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Jane O'Neill Obituary

O'NEILL Jane Downey O'Neill, age 98, died peacefully Saturday, September 4, 2010 at her residence. She was born in Columbus, OH to the late John R. and Adriene M. Downey. Preceded in death by her husband Henry M. O'Neill, Sr. and beloved siblings John R. Downey, Jr., Mary Downey, Rita Downey Isaly and Charles M. Downey. Survived by her children, Henry M. "Butch" O'Neill, Jr. and Mary Jane Hutchins; grandchildren, Kelley (Jim) Wilson, Shane O'Neill, Brendan (Brooke) O'Neill, Holli (John) Marcum, Kimberly Hutchins and Amy (Steve) Matthews; great- grandchildren, Quinn O'Neill, Griffin O'Neill, Miles, Ella and Olivia Marcum, Summer Healy and Sarah Jane Matthews; also survived by nieces, nephews and friends to numerous to count. Jane was a graduate of Bexley High School and attended the Ohio State University. She was a member of the Athletic Club of Columbus, Columbus Club and the Columbus Country Club. She enjoyed cooking, playing bridge and will be remembered for her many civic commitments; The Childhood League, Board 1 Assisting Board Member, The Columbus Scholarship Board, Aquinas Mother's Club, Beta Mother's Club, St. Mary's Guild, Symphony Club of Central Ohio and Twig of Nationwide Children's Hospital. The family will celebrate a private Funeral Mass together on Thursday, September 9, 2010. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3-5 p.m. on Friday, September 10, 2010 at the Columbus Club, 181 E. Broad St. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute to the Childhood League, the Catholic Foundation or the American Heart Association in memory of Jane O'Neill. Arrangements by the EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. BROAD ST. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 7 to Sep. 9, 2010.

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Dennis Doody

September 1, 2020

Mrs. Jane O’Neill was a wonderful generous Catholic lady. I remember her so fondly at Saint Patrick’s. May she Rest In Peace.

Dennis M. Doody, M.D.

September 12, 2010

I knew Mrs. Jane O'Neill as we were both members of St. Patrick's parish for many years. She was a lovely and deeply religious woman. I always enjoyed seeing her and speaking with her at the church. We are praying for her and her family.

September 9, 2010

Butch, Mary Jane, and Family,
May our heavenly Father soothe your hearts and give you His peace in this time of your great loss. We know that the Lord Jesus Christ will one day return and gather his followers together, and we shall spend eternity with him. That is the hope that God has given us. God bless each of you.

Much love in Him,
Jerry Corrodi

Joan Cochran

September 9, 2010

Dear MJ, Amy, Kim, Uncle Butch and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Nanny was an incredible individual. I think back of how Nanny was such a positive influence in my life as a teenager and young adult. She was a wonderful role model- strong, hard-working, deeply religious, always cooking a delightful gourmet dish and elegantly dressed. When you were around her, you strived to do your best. I loved coming to her house, playing the player piano while babysitting Kim, Amy, Kelly, Shane Brendon and Holly. I will never forget those summers traveling from Columbus to Weld, Maine. She will be greatly missed and is smiling now from heaven!
Love, Joanie

Patricia Kelley Epp

September 8, 2010

Dear Butch and Mary Jane,
You are very much in my thoughts and prayers. Nanny,"The General"--was a wonderful Mother-in-law, Wife ,Mother,Grandmother, friend and "Great" Granmother!-She will always be remembered in my prayers.

September 8, 2010

Butch, Mary Jane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Rembering your mother and your family in my prayers,
Debbie O'Neill

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

September 8, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

September 7, 2010

Butch, Mary Jane and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mom was a force of nature. I always enjoyed sitting with her at Ohio State football games.
Much Love
Patti & Vince Petrella

Maureen Healy

September 7, 2010

Kim, Mary Jane, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you have so many happy memories and stories to help you through this difficult time.My thoughts are with you.

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