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William O'Neil Obituary
Phoenix, AZ. William passed away on January 25th, 2008 peacefully at home after battling a long-term illness. Bill was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin and moved to Arizona in 1972. Bill graduated from Pacelli High School (Stevens Point Wis.) in 1965 and while at Pacelli, Bill wrestled and played basketball for the varsity teams. In 1967 Bill joined the U.S. Air Force and served in Vietnam until 1972 when he was honorably discharged. Bill moved to Arizona to begin his career in construction as a surveyor and joined Sundt Construction in 1972. Bill worked for Sundt for 17 years eventually becoming Chief Estimator. After Sundt, Bill worked for Suft Construction in the same capacity, until his retirement in 2002. Bill was an avid outdoors man and enjoyed cars. Bill was also a rabid Green Bay Packers fan. Bill is survived by his sons Bill O'Neil III and Brian O'Neil, his sister Patti Berger (MN), brothers Mike O'Neil (Wis.), Dan O'Neil (Wis.), Tom O'Neil (AZ) and Tim O'Neil (AZ). A Memorial Service will be held on February 5th, 2008 (10:00 A.M.) at the Veterans Cemetery in North Phoenix(23029 N. Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix AZ).
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Chris Queram
February 4, 2008
I just learned of Bill's passing from my Mother, who saw the obituary in the Stevens Point paper. I have many memories of Bill through my close and continuing friendship with all of the O'Neil boys. (The most notable might have been a little cruising in Bill's Corvette, not sure of the year...but it made me resolve to forever drive a stick.) Long may you run, Bill.
Shelley (Poppins) Crowfoot
January 31, 2008
I wish to express my sincere condolences to Billy and Brian for the loss of your father. He was such an inspiration and help to me throughout the years and I will miss your dad greatly!
Terrie Fischer
January 31, 2008
The last time I saw Bill, he stopped by my mother's with a sports car he had bought. We took pictures of her poodle behind the wheel and Bill joked "the dog drove better than he did"! That was Bill, always making time for his friends. And always sharing a warm smile and kind words. It was a pleasure having him be a part of our lives. Friends, true ones, are hard to find. And that was Bill.
Greg Disher
January 31, 2008
Bill and I were friends at Pacelli HS. I have a lot of good memories from that time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Peggy ONeill
January 31, 2008
Bill showed great courage and fortitude and left his sons with the knowledge that he truly loved them and were proud of them. I thank you Bill for great sons Bill and Brian and thank you for teaching me how to read blueprints and understand plumbing specs "It all goes downhill" just as we do! See ya Bub! -Kid
Jen O'Neil
January 31, 2008
Although I have many memories with Uncle Bill one stands out in my mind that is so fresh. I am a true blue cowgirl just like Uncle Bill is a cowboy. On Christmas Eve at Grammy's house Uncle Bill told me that he had a surprise for me out in the trunk of his car and we all rushed out to see what it might be. When he opened the trunk much to my surprise was his beautiful roping saddle along with everything else I might need to become a REAL cowgirl. I will never forget the gift he gave me not the saddle but the connection we both made that will last a lifetime. I intend on keeping the saddle forever. I love and miss you Uncle Bill
Shelley (Poppins) Crowfoot
January 31, 2008
I wish to express my sincere condolences to Billy and Brian for the loss of your father. He was such an inspiration and help to me throughout the years and I will miss your dad greatly!
Patty Hilton
January 31, 2008
One of our favorite memories of Bill was when he took our son Matt, who was 3 at the time, out to one of his worksites, gave him a yellow construction helmet, and let him climb into all the big construction vehicles. At the end of the day he told us he wanted to be a "worker-man" like Uncle Bill when he grew up!
We loved Bill and we see so many of his great qualities in his sons whom we love and admire very much!
David and Patty Hilton
Tom, Roz, Jenifer, and Mikey O'Neil O'Neil
January 30, 2008
Big brother and Uncle Bill...lived life to its fullest, and always gave more than he recieved. His lifes acomplishments are a testament to his not turning away from challange. We will all miss Bill dearly, but carry fond memories with us forever.
Dr. Paul Vander Kelen
January 30, 2008
Bill will always be my hero. He was my confirmation sponsor - but could not be there because he was protecting our freedom. It was not until many years later that I came to understand what a sacrifice that was. Rest peacefully, my hero!
Pamela Homer
January 30, 2008
During the time that I knew Bill, he was a great person, loved to hear his stories wether they about his military experience or just a random story. He gave good advice and always wanted to help. He will be dearly missed. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the O'Neil Family and all who had the great pleasure to know him.
Sanda Clark
January 30, 2008
I was so sad to hear that Bill had pasted away.
In many ways he was an original. Bill meant alot to my family and my self, we grew close over the years. We had fun and sadness in the years we have known each other.
He will be greatly missed, he lived life with dignity and enjoyed it to the fullest.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Billy And Brian
Melissa Nichols
January 30, 2008
I will always miss hearing him speak the most, I can't say I know of any person who used his slang or had his passion and talent for story telling, who knew the phrase "Hey Kiddo, could you pass me the clicker" would be so missed....
Susan Todd
January 30, 2008
We are truly sorry for the entire O'Neil Family for the loss of Bill. The times that we've spoken to him, he was such a sweetheart!
You are all in our prayers.
Love,
The Todd Family
Dan O'Neil
January 30, 2008
So many memories....
Brandi Maltman
January 30, 2008
Though my time knowing Bill was brief, it left a large impact. To me he will be remembered as a great man who never stopped learning, loved his family very much and was proud of his and their accomplishments. My heartfelt condolensces go to his family and friends.
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