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John McNEIL Obituary

McNEIL - John W.
December 1, 2021, age 59. Beloved husband to the late Rosella McNeil (nee Rapini), who was John's soulmate and love of his life. Dear son of the late Robert and Donna (nee Schultz) McNeil. John is survived by his siblings Lynn Kolodziej; David (Mary) McNeil; Peter (Rhonda) McNeil and Paul (Sue) McNeil; his sister-in-law Rene Paul (nee Rapini); and many cherished cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service at Amherst Presbyterian Church, 151 Youngs Rd., Williamsville on Tuesday morning at 11 AM. Entombment Elmlawn Memorial Park. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, donations may be made in John's name to Roswell Park. Arrangements by LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Northtowns Chapel.) Please share condolences online at www.lombardofuneralhome.com

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Published by Buffalo News on Dec. 5, 2021.

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Joseph Sheehan

January 19, 2025

I'm watching the Bills Ravens game and thought of John & Rosella. RIP- you are missed by your Sig Ep friends in Worcester, Ma.

Big John was our man in Test area at Moog ! We had a lotta laughs !

Steve M

March 23, 2024

I found this photo in my attic recently and I wondered what became of Big John & Rosella, I am so sad to hear of his passing in 2021 and Rosella , prior. He was a great guy and Rosella and John were at great couple, we had lots of laughs at Moog test area and in Boston Mass. for Bills game.

Andrea & Tracer

April 20, 2022

Just found out about the passing of both the McNiels. Broken hearts - wonderful people

Jim Wulf

December 6, 2021

What A Gentle Giant John Was ! Let Alone Rosella. So Many Laughs And Fun Crazy Times Together Were Had And Enjoyed. For Sure ! Rip. Jim Wulf

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