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Dennis O'Neill Obituary
Dennis Michael O'Neill
January 3, 1947-March 2, 2023
MUSATINE-Dennis Michael O'Neill, a resident of Muscatine, passed away Thursday March 2nd at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, he was 76 years old. Dennis was born January 3rd, 1947 in Dubuque, IA, the second eldest of 13 children, to Jack and Dorothy (Daily) O'Neill. He joined the US Navy at age 16 before returning to Dubuque and graduating from Walhert High School in 1967. In 1970 he moved to Muscatine and commuted to night school at St. Ambrose University where he received a degree in History. During his time in Muscatine he worked at Miller Furniture and HON Industries. Sandwiched between those jobs he owned and operated Stoney's Bar & Grill, along with his wife Carol, in Atalissa.
Denny was preceded in death by his parents, sister Peggy and daughter Deirdre Jean. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 31 years, Carol Meyers (Oetting), her two children, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren as well as his son, Dennis Patrick (Maggie) O'Neill and their girls Remy Bear and Rose Hudson, of Woodstock, New York. An avid golfer and crossword enthusiast for most of his life, Dennis was a regular at the West Liberty Country Club and a lifelong Hawkeye and Cubs fan. He will also be missed by his countless friends everywhere who affectionately referred to him as Stoney.
There will be a celebration of life party in Muscatine this coming summer to celebrate his life with all friends welcome.
Memories and Condolences
for Dennis O'Neill
Kathy Rademacher
April 1, 2023
Hugs to all the O´Neills in Denny´s passingAbsolutely never gets easier losing a loved one no matter what the age is! Many prayers for you all
Daniel Hayslett
March 21, 2023
Carol and family sorry for your loss. You will all be in my prayers. I have a lot of great memories of Stoney. Golf tournaments, golf league and of course the bar days. R.I.P. Stoney.. Dan Dan the Old Style Man.
Richard Maury
March 13, 2023
Stoney introduced me to Dubuque Star Beer. And years of good times w/ Roedell, Norman, Cummo and the Richardsons.
A great friend.
Dick Roedell
March 10, 2023
Love you, my brother
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Terry Freiburger
March 10, 2023
To Carol and all of Stoney's family and friends ~
It all started in grade school, until the O'neill's moved to St Anthony's area. Then us Holy Ghosters reunited with Denny at Wahlert until he shipped out. It was a great day when he walked into The Que, in uniform, and hollered "Fry". The friendship was immediately rekindled and many, many memories were made until I shipped out. Over the years, Stoney would stop by our place when he was in town, to reminisce over a few longnecks. I'll miss him greatly, as I'm sure everyone who knew him will. RIP ol' pal!
MARY MULGREW GRONEN
March 10, 2023
To all of the O'Neill family.........
Wishing you fond memories of Stoney that always bring a smile to your face. He was a wonderful presence in my youth. - Mary Mulgrew Gronen
Gin Spears
March 9, 2023
so sorry for your loss carol
Holly Stineman
March 9, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Stoney´s passing. My heartfelt condolences to Carol and his family and friends. I am sorry for your loss.
Teresa Tompkins
March 9, 2023
Hi Carol so sorry we had a lot of fun miss you prayers for all
Shelly Meek
March 9, 2023
Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember good times that we all had at the Corner Tap. Please know that I am holding you in my prayers and heart.
Chris Weber
March 9, 2023
Carol, Missy and family,
So sorry for your loss.
Stoney always had a smile.
Sending hugs.
Joe and Lori Sparks
March 9, 2023
Carol and family,
Our deepest sympathy to everyone. Always got a laugh when Stoney was around. RIP Stoney
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