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John O'Neill Obituary
John (Jack) O'Neill, 80, passed away at home with his loved ones on August 25, 2025 after a short yet courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on August 9, 1945 to the late John and Margaret O'Neill of the Bronx, NY. He graduated from Regis High School and then went on a scholarship to Fordham University. After graduating from Fordham, he began his Engineering career.
Although he enjoyed his work and was successful, his true passion was for motorcycles, particularly Kawasakis. He enjoyed taking long road trips and would always come back with wonderful stories and pictures.
He is survived by, his wife Susan (Dolan), of almost 53 years, daughter Christine, son Daniel (Stephanie), and the lights in his eyes, grandsons - Shane and Miles. He is predeceased by his sister, Joanne. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in John's memory to Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corps, ATTN: Community Paramedicine Program, PO BOX 523, Ossining, NY 10562 They can accept checks or money orders. Please make sure you indicate in the Memo Line 'In Memory of John O'Neill' or write 'Community Paramedicine Program'.
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