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O'NEIL Daniel A. O'Neil, age 88, Tuesday March 30, 2010, in Naples, FL. Resident of Columbus, OH and Naples, FL. Born in Lynn, MA, November 2, 1921, the son of Daniel and Catherine H. O'Neil. Attended University of New Hampshire. Graduated from The Ohio State University, member of Theta Kappa Phi Fraternity. Served with the 8th Weather Squadron in WWII. Retired from The Bonney-Floyd Shenango Company. Member of St. Catharine Church, Columbus and St. William Parish, Naples. Member of the Moorings Country Club, Naples. Preceded in death by wife Genell (Buchanan) O'Neil. Survived by children, Maureen and Bill Harvey of Bexley, Dan and Sophie O'Neil III, Lewis Center, Molly and Jack Winkel, Bexley, Gerry and Pam O'Neil, Columbus, Diane and Walt Conroy, Centerville, OH and Bridget and Todd Moore of Milford, OH; 18 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Also survived by 3 sisters; 2 sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St., Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Catharine Church, 500 S. Gould Rd. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to Young Adult Services, Goodwill Columbus, 1491 College Ave., Columbus, OH 43209, or The Brian Muha Memorial Foundation, 874 Helenhurst Ct., Westerville, OH 43081. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 4 to Apr. 6, 2010.

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Eddie Rausch

April 14, 2010

To all the O'Neil Kids: I just heard of the passing of your Dad. I was so sorry to hear that sad news. May God bless you in this time of grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

marla rausch wolfe

April 8, 2010

to the entire o'neil family, it was great seeing you all and sharing all the memories. we were so fortunate to have had wonderful and caring parents, who raised us in such a great neighborhood. your family will be in our prayers

George and Kristy Gugle

April 7, 2010

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. O'Neil. From St. Catharine, through Cub Scouts, and later at St. Charles, Mr. and Mrs. O'Neil were fixtures. They are greatly loved and deeply missed. Our prayers and love are with the O'Neil family.

Thom, Jim & Mark @ Rubino's

April 6, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

William Buoni

April 6, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole O'Neil family. This brings back too many memories from the 1960's. The kid's log cabin and slide in the backyard that your Dad provided. Your parents always welcomed us.

Mary Lou& Frank kreber

April 6, 2010

Dear Molly and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones. Since we are in Florida, we are sorry that we won't be able to come to the funeral arrangements. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank and Mary Lou Kreber

Ron & Sandi Williamson

April 5, 2010

Dan and Molly, Sandi and I are so sorry to hear about your father. Just remember, he is in a better place. We will keep you in our prayers. Please send our condolences to the rest of the family.

Paula Overly

April 5, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you mourn the loss of Poppo. He will be missed.
Paula Overly

Brian McIlvoy

April 5, 2010

Bridget, Our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.-Brian and Tisha

April 5, 2010

Dear Bridget and Family, please accept my deepest condolences. Sincerely, Becky (Jones) Jackson

April 5, 2010

Maureen , Kathy and I are so very sorry for the loss of your father.
Kathy and Mike Baker

April 4, 2010

Dear O'Neil Family,

We gratefully acknowledge Daniel's service to our country so that we can embrace the freedom we have today.

Sincerely and God Bless,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 0
Blue Star Mothers
Columbus, Oh

Rachel Muha

April 4, 2010

Love and sympathy to you all.
You are in my prayers,

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

April 4, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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