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Hillary James "Hy" O'Neill
Hillary James "Hy" O'Neill
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Hillary O'Neill Obituary
Hillary had been employed for ten years by D&H Railroad in Rouses Point; later he was a New York State Correction officer, employed at Clinton Correctional Facility, retiring after 25 years of service. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Air Corps as a waist gunner on a B-17. Hillary was a member of the American Legion Post 852 in Dannemora, a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Saranac, a member of the Knights of Columbus in Belleview, Fla., a member of St. Joseph's Church in Dannemora and a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Ocala, Fla. Hillary enjoyed his retirement, enjoying woodworking and was a collector of many things.
Hillary is survived by his wife, Anita B. O'Neill of Ocala, Fla.; they would have been married 61 years on Thanksgiving day; six children, Timothy O'Neill of Morrisonville, Merry LaFontaine and her husband Mario Garcia of Ocala, Fla., Thomas O'Neill and his wife Sharon of Belchertown, Mass., Stephen O'Neill of Latham, Christopher O'Neill of Guilderland, Eric O'Neill and his wife Kimberly of Dannemora; ten grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Judy O'Neil of Rouses Point; and several nieces and nephews.
Hillary was predeceased by two brothers, Patrick O'Neil, Daniel O'Neil; a daughter-in-law, Betty O'Neill; and a great-grandson, Adam O'Neill.
Calling hours will be Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St. in Plattsburgh. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008, at 11 a.m. from St. Joseph's Church in Dannemora. Burial will be later next year in St. Joseph's Cemetery in Dannemora with full military honors.
Donations in memory of Mr. Hillary James O'Neill may be made to Dannemora Fire Department or Hospice of Marion County, 3231 SW 34th Ave., Ocala, FL 34474.
Online condolences may be made and memorial candles lit at www.brownfuneralhomeinc.com.
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Frank and Barbara Ruggeri
December 2, 2008
So sorry to hear of Hillary's passing. God rest dear Hillary and give you always His peace.
Richard Hahn
November 24, 2008
Steve and Family,
Thoughts are with you during this diffucult time.
Scott Edwards
November 24, 2008
Steve and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Scott and Terry
Tina Oddi (Mitchell)
November 24, 2008
Merry Sue and family,
So sorry for your loss, Mr. O'Neill was a good man. Many fond memories down at the trailer park. God bless.
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Heather (Baretsky) Strack
November 24, 2008
When Mom called to tell me, I had a rush of memories. The State uniform winter jacket and the metal lunch box; the truck we were allowed to practice body work on; the case of Pabst Blue ribbon given as thanks for plowing our driveway and creating snowbanks to tunnell through; the home baked gingerbread men at Christmas (from Mrs. O'Neill)...most of all I recall the families he took care of who lived in the trailer park. This is a place where we as kids spent endless hours of our time playing, laughing, living. Mr. O'Neill, as I know him, is as much a part of my childhood memories as any of my own family. That is how I think of the entire O'Neill family, as part of my own. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bertha Moore
November 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Elaine Taylor
November 23, 2008
Dear O'neill Family,
Russ and I are very sorry to hear of his passing. I have very fond memories of playing at the house. I think Steve and I drove him just a bit crazy sometimes! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love. Elaine
Tommy John and Dee Ryan
November 23, 2008
Tim and Erik and family. Sorry to hear about your father he was a real nice man.
Sr. Helen Hadcock
November 23, 2008
Dear Anita and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow.
Tom and Joanne Welch
November 22, 2008
Dear Anita and Family,
We were sorry to hear of Hillary's death. We know you will have many good memories to cherish and bring you comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Arlo Baker
November 22, 2008
Timmy, Merry Sue , and Family:
I am sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. May
god bless and watch over all of you and give you strength in this time of sorrow.
Betty Helvie
November 22, 2008
My sincere condolences to all of Hi's family.
I knew them well, when we all used to live in Dannemora. Our children went to the same school and were friends. I'll always cherish those memories.
When Hi and Anita spend the winter months in Florida, I see them frequently at "Immaculate Heart of Mary's Church" in Silver Spring Shores.
Betty (Carter) Helvie
Maurice/Mary Ann Hill
November 22, 2008
Anita and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Anita , we will see you and Merry Sue when you return to Florida
Michael & Charlene Toben
November 22, 2008
Dear Aunt Anita and family,
We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Uncle Hillary. Please accept our heartfelt condolances. May "God Bless You" and comfort you. With love -
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