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Maralyn O'Neil Obituary
Beloved wife, mother, sister, teacher and friend, Maralyn O'Neil, age 81, of Arroyo Grande, passed away August 16, 2021, in her sleep from natural causes. She lived on the Central Coast for over 50 years and was an elementary school teacher in Orcutt for over 30 years. She lived life with generosity and no regrets exactly how she wanted. She loved and lived with her whole heart and with complete assuredness. In her family, community, and classroom, she made everyone feel welcome and accepted. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, two children, and four siblings. She is to be buried at the Arroyo Grande cemetery. Maralyn liked things simple and meaningful so her services will be private for immediate family members only. Friends wishing to honor Maralyn are invited to make a donation in her name to St. Jude's Hospital. A donation fund has been setup in her honor through St. Jude's Hospital at: https://bit.ly/3mhtr2n
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