Michael O’Neill

Michael O’Neill

Michael O’Neill Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 2, 2025.
Ann Arbor - Mike O'Neill, also known as Michael James Wilton, died March 1. Born June 13, 1942, Mike had an interesting career, working in radio and TV journalism in the Detroit area, and later in public relations. He loved to travel. He was predeceased by his wife, Mickey and is survived by his children Sue Weldon (Marty), Katie Kramer, Tim O'Neill, Beth Wilton and Kim Jenkins, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and by sisters Joanne Willen (Don), Lynn Wilton (Mark Miller) and Jane Wilton (Ron Risdon). Contributions in Mike's honor may be made to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ.org). Funeral services will be private.

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