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Kathryn O'Neil Obituary
Kathryn Elizabeth (Uhalley) O'Neil, 59, passed away after her long, courageous battle with leukemia on Wednesday, November 15, 2017. We will never forget you, and how hard you fought to stay vwith us.
Kathy was a graduate of Garfield High School. She worked at General Tire, where she met her husband of 33 years, Kell O'Neil. She loved being a room mother at St. Vincent de Paul Parish School while her sons were there. She was also a member of St. Vincent Church's Altar Society and a Eucharistic Minister, faithfully attending Church on Saturdays. She liked animals and taking walks in the park with her husband, where she had the supernatural ability to spot animals (especially deer) before he did, earning her the nickname, "Deer Spotter". She thought of others more than herself, always sending thank you or get well cards with personal notes. She was there when you needed her, by listening and making you feel special with her beautiful smile. She was a true angel with a generous heart, even while battling leukemia.
She is survived by her husband, Kell O'Neil; her sons, Brian and Michael O'Neil; her cat, Buddy; her mother, Ruth Uhalley; her sisters, Diane and Lori Uhalley; her brother, John Uhalley; her niece, Aly and nephew, Jake; and many cousins, aunts, uncles, and special friends. She was preceded in death by her father, John Uhalley.
Special thanks to Dr. Rehmus and Kim Heim for not giving up on her. She was so grateful to you and all of the wonderful people in the 5400 wing of Akron General, the Lab Center, and McDowell Cancer Center.
The family will receive friends Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m. at the Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel, 1990 S. Main St., Akron OH 44301. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 10 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 164 West Market St., Akron OH 44303. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. (Anthony, AKRON)
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Susan Dickey
November 24, 2017
Kell, Brian & Michael,
I just heard of Kathy's passing, I'm so very sorry for your loss. When we worked together at General Tire, she always had a smile and kind words. She made a bad day bright happy when she was around. My thoughts and prayer go out to all of you. Rest in Peace sweet Angel..
TJ
November 22, 2017
May the God of peace give comfort, support and bless the family during this difficult time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences. Rom.15:33
Diane Uhalley
November 21, 2017
She fought a long battle with leukemia but still kept her smile always thinking of others more than herself. She had a heart of gold thank you for everyone who fought with her. Dr Rehmus Kim Heim Rick Kathy and all of the akron general 5400 floor McDowell Cancer became a family to her. Thank you Dr Rehmus you kept her fighting our family so grateful to you. Thank you to all who showed up to celebrate her life we knew how loved she was by many. She was the kindest person who ever lived and so very humble. We will never forget you we will carry you in hearts forever.
Don Serva
November 20, 2017
Today Monday I celebrated Mass for Kathy and for the consolation of her family. May she rest in peace and I'm praying daily for her family who grieve her loss deeply.
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November 19, 2017
Our Condolences go out to The Family,
Memories let them fill your mind, warm your heart, and lead you through
Kim Harrison, JW
November 19, 2017
To a dearest childhood neighbor Ruth, Diane, Johnny, Lori and Kathy's husband and son's. Very sorry for your loss! I had heard that Kathy was struggling with her health some time ago and hadn't heard anything recently. Sad to hear this. Brought back so many good memories growing up on Triplett with you all and so many other neighbor kids. Kathy struggles no more. No more pain!! I remember how pretty she was, beautiful smile and kind heart. If only I could of, should of made the effort to let her know. She is in a beautiful place now and surely be missed by many! Love and prayers to all of you. May the Lord give you strength & comfort each day and wrap his loving arms around you and give you all strength you will need in the coming days.
Susan (Ritchey) Jarvis
Nancy Cope
November 19, 2017
Lori, so sorry for the loss of your sister. My prayers will be with you and your family as you say goodbye. She will always be with you in your heart and soul.
Karen Allrutz - Davis
November 18, 2017
Remembering your beautiful smile and laughter in high school...To many of us went our seperate ways not know where they may be today. It saddens me to find yet another classmate this way. Ipray that your family and friends will find comfort from your memories that you have left with them. You will be missed by many but your love will always be in their hearts. My deepest respect and condolences.
November 18, 2017
I certainly remember Kathy when I worked at General Tire, she was a sweetheart, my deepest sympathy & prayers to the family.
God Bless,
Vicki Collins-Wakefield
Elizabeth Cook
November 18, 2017
Big Brother Kell, B.O'Neil, M. O'Neil, Ruth, Dianne, Lori, Johnny ,Alex, Jake, all of Miss Kathryn's Aunts & Uncles,
Miss Kathryn- as I've always said- is the closest person to an Angel on Earth! She'd giggle and deny this. Though I am certain after knowing her for the short 34 years, I was blessed to have her in my Life!
I'm missing her already as I know we all are.
My message here is: I am so grateful for the U'Halley family for sharing her with my brother which in turn we were lucky enough to have been a part of an Angel's life, first hand.
I feel Blessed to have had such a wonderful & genuine soul in my life. She enriched our lives in ways we never thought possible.
I thank God for her gentle spirit and caring so deeply for her families.
A true friend and kind spirit. She will live on through her family and again I feel so blessed to have had such a fabulous friend to spend some wonderful times with.
I will never forget her and I will genuinely miss her. Until we meet again. She is with her dad now. This brings me comfort. RIP. Miss Kathryn. I love you. As you know, everyone does. T.T.F.N. B.C.
November 18, 2017
My sincere condolences to your family. Losing a loved one is never easy. Our loving God promises to give you the strength and comfort you will need to endure and cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. Isa.40:29,41:10,13.
rick kendrick
November 18, 2017
Kel,Brian and and Michael...Kathy and I are sending are prayers and support in knowing also how much we loved ur wife and mother..she was an added joy on 5400 as a patient and always was the kindest and sweetest woman who touched so mny lives..she loved her family immensely and was very much in tune of knowing how much she would miss all of you...we are here for all of you and you are forever in our hearts and prayers..Rick Kendrick and Kathy Sanlo 5400 oncolgy
rick kendrick
November 18, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the family of Kathryn who was simply... along with her family just the nicest and sweetest members of akron general oncology family...I along with so many will miss her laughter and kindness and fighting spirit.Her love for her husband and sons was undeniable and it was an honor taking care of her...with all my love and heart felt sadness i say goodbye Ms Kathryn...you will never be forgotten!!!!
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