Name: Mass of Christian Burial for Stephanie O'Neil
Start: 2017-07-15T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries

Stephanie Brown O'Neil of Metairie, Louisiana, age 66, left this beautiful earth on Wednesday, July 12 2017 to join her parents, Esther Quartano Brown, and Perry Henry Brown in eternal life with the Lord. She leaves on earth her lifetime companion, Millie Tizzard, a sister, Perrilyn Hutcherson (Bo), two nieces, Lindsey Neal (Justin), and Kyle Coste (Micah) along with three grand nephews, Alexander, Asher and Augustine Neal. Stephanie was a graduate of Archbishop Blenk High School in 1969. She was employed by DHHR, Office of Family Support as an Administrative Secretary and retired in 1995 with over 26 years of service. She was able to enjoy many beautiful trips in her travels at an early age due to her early retirement and as she worked. Stephanie enjoyed life and the people that came into her life and was no stranger to anyone. She had many passions and hobbies in her day. She loved researching her genealogy and spent many a day doing this research learning about her ancestors. She was the ISAAC (International Silver Art Bar Association) club historian for several years and wrote many fine articles for the printed bi-monthly 'TheBugle' as well as collecting silver art bars. Stephanie loved to collect antique pocket watches and wear them with the beautiful fob chains and charms she amassed as well as vintage wristwatches spending much of her time researching monograms with dates and/or names on the watches. She was a member of NAWCC (National Association of Watch & Clock Colletors), as well as our local chapter creole 43. She was also the moderator for an internet Horology Society for a few years enjoying researching her collection of antique pocket watches and vintage wristwatches as well as enjoying articles she wrote. Stephanie loved to garden, collecting many unusual and exotic plants from near and far as well as photographing their blooms. Her plants were the heartbeat in her daily life as she enjoyed the vast beauty and wonder of plants. What a beautiful and rewarding hobby she enjoyed. Stephanie loved animals and raised a Shih-Tzu named Ming, a Snoodle named Lacey and her dearest and last of all, Holly, our Peek-A-Poo along the way. What a loving and adorable dog Holly was. Stephanie was a member of the Louisiana Humane Society as well as our local society. She will dearly be missed by many. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 1:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jul. 13 to Jul. 15, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Stephanie O'Neil

16 Entries

August 7, 2017

May you find comfort from the God of all comfort to give you the strength you need to cope during this difficult time.

July 28, 2017

Millie I am so sorry to hear of this sad moment I so much enjoyed talking and seeing Stephanie prayers for you and she will truly be missed I know

Kelly Dreher

July 27, 2017

Millie, I a so very sorry for your loss. I know you must be heartbroken. I just found out from Leslie. My prayers are with you. Love to you, Kelly Dreher

Leslie LoCoco

July 27, 2017

Millie I just heard about Stephanie I am very sorry for your loss. She was a amazing person. Praying for you my friend!!!! Remember she will always be with you. Love ya!!! Leslie LoCoco

Buddy & Darlene Fortier

July 21, 2017

Millie So sorry to hear of this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time

July 19, 2017

Dear Tillie,
You have my prayers and thoughts about Steph's passing.I have not seen her for a few years and recently asked some friends if they had.We grew up together and I think we remained friends she was a good person and what I remember are the good times we shared.
Tillie,you take care she will always be with you.
Dennis

My friend and confidant, I will miss you and admire you forevermore!

Holly Perry

July 19, 2017

Donna Bain

July 18, 2017

Millie and family, I am deeply sad at the passing of a wonderful, unique friend. I offer my condolences and prayers for all of us. I met Stephanie in June of 1971 at the Welfare department. I was 17 years old. We hit it off and the rest is history. Believing we will all be united in our heavenly home

Susan Kuhn

July 18, 2017

Dear Millie:
I'm so sorry to hear of Stephanies passing. She was such a sweetheart. I new Steph since my days of working in the welfare dept in the New Orleans Tulane office. She was always such a wonderful friend although I did not see her much since I moved to Maryland, I thought of her often. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Susan Kuhn

Jackie

July 16, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss. Please find comfort and strength in one another and trust the promise of our God that He will do away with death forever.

July 15, 2017

Millie, we're so sorry for your lost.
Love Sonny & Will

Kathy Klein Hall

July 15, 2017

You were always the kindest soul among us during a time of genuine enlightenment and growing-up. A time that can only be shared by true friendships of young girls growing into young women. A time in my life I will carry with me for always. My sweet friend, we will meet again.

Kristine Berger

July 15, 2017

I too, met Stephanie at the Welfare Office in East Jefferson, Louisiana, where I worked while attending Evening Social Work Graduate school, in the early 90's.

Right away, Stephanie took me under her wing, making sure everything was just so. I am so grateful I had the priviledge of being her friend.

Stephanie was one of those special people who, if you were lucky, left a distinct impression on your soul.

Millie, I cannot even imagine how difficult these last few years have been for you, particularly with the fairly recent loss of Ms. Esther. Sending you many heartfelt thoughts and prayers.

Perrilyn, and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss, too. While we haven't previously met, your sister spoke very fondly of you and your beautiful family.

Stephanie, you were so special, and so funny! I've found myself remembering funny things you said or did, and chuckling out loud. You friend, will be missed dearly by so many. Until we meet again. Rest In Peace, Stephanie.

Deborah Troescher

July 15, 2017

Millie, I don't know you but I graduated from Blenk with Stephanie. I remember her fondly as a funny and caring young woman who was a delight to be around. I am so sorry for your loss. I too, lost my life-time companion 7 years ago so I personally know the grief you will go through. It is a hard road to travel, but remember to try and think of all the good times you and Stephanie had together. It helps.

Friends Forever

Dotty Arnone Ponko

July 14, 2017

Millie, My thoughts and prayers are with you as you endure a terrible loss. Your relationship with Steph has stood through BOTH of my marriages which is a testament to the great love, respect and patience you shared. Although saddened, I am thankful for so many years of memories filled with FUN and laughter that we shared. Looking forward to partying in the sky with you guys one day...one of the few places we haven't been together :) Hugs and Love, Dotty

Eretta Chachati Perrien

July 14, 2017

Millie, Perrilyn and Family,
I am so sad to hear about Stephanie's passing. We shared many memories working together at the Welfare department, and she kept in touch with Leroy and I even after that. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. My thoughts and prayers to all of you.

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