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MICHAEL O'NEILL Obituary
Michael Gary O'Neill passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022 in San Antonio, TX at the age of 74.
He was born on January 11, 1948 to Belton O'Neill and Evelyn Burkhardt O'Neill in San Antonio, TX.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Diana Michelle O'Neill McKee.
He is survived by his devoted wife of over 43 years, Linda Schwanke O'Neill, daughter, Tiffany O'Neill Huff and her husband, Aaron Huff, son, Michael O. O'Neill, and grandson, Levi Huff.
Mike graduated from John Marshall High School in San Antonio, TX in 1966. He lettered in football there and received a football scholarship to Cameron State College in Oklahoma. After 2 years there, he transferred to Texas State University and played football there. He also served 4 years in the Army Reserves.
In 1969, Mike joined the San Antonio Fire Department and devoted the next 32 years and 11 months to the career he loved.
On July 29, 1978, he married his wife, Linda Schwanke O'Neill. Two years later, they started a family with the birth of their daughter and then a son.
Mike was an affectionate, loving husband, dad, and PawPaw. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially outdoors. Medina Lake held a lot of special memories for Mike, including times at the cabin, fun on the Medina Queen party barge, taking his jet boat out full throttle across the lake, water skiing, and fishing for bass and catfish. He also loved hunting birds and deer, snow skiing, trips to the beach and watching the Dallas Cowboys NFL team.
The family would like to thank Paulina Eneix for the special care she gave Mike the last week of his life.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Mike at 11:30am on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at the San Antonio Firefighters' Banquet Hall, 8925 IH-10 Frontage Rd., San Antonio, TX.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for MICHAEL O'NEILL
Albert Uresti
March 21, 2023
Mike was a really nice guy. I always enjoyed speaking with him. My condolences to all of you on your tremendous loss. Mike will be missed. Albert Uresti (SAFD Retired and Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector)
Ricardo Castro
March 21, 2023
Just happy memories of serving with Mike at sta. 34 during the 80's. Always a quiet unassuming guy ready to laugh at any joke. Deepest sorrow on his passing but immense happiness on knowing him and serving with him. May he rest in peace.
Gilbert R Morales
March 21, 2023
My condolences to the O'neill family, I worked with several of the family members throughout my career, all good Firefighters, Mike was funny and everyone around him enjoyed his company. May he rest in peace.
David L fisher
April 13, 2022
I graduated from Marshall with Mike in 1966, having played 4 years of football with him. We were friends, though didn't run with the same group. Johnny Bordano let me know of Mike's passing, and I want to express my condolences to you Linda, and his whole family. God bless you all, and please hold Mike close as he rests in peace.
CHUCK CADENA
April 4, 2022
LINDA. YOU HAVE MY CONDOLENCES, I WORKED WITH MIKE AT FIRE STATION
#34S. HE TAUGHT ME HOW TO FIGHT FIRE HE TOLD ME NOT TO BE AFRAID, HE IS PEACE , WITH GOD OUR KING OF ALL KINGS.
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Chuck cadena, RETIRED AFTER 35 YEARS OF SERVICE
Abel Hernandez Ret. SAFD
April 3, 2022
Seems like yesterday Mike, Donnie Oneill and I were working at a brand new just opened Firehouse #32 on Babcock and Wurzbach Rd. That station is closed and fenced off now. We used to lift weights in an area above the station office and boy was he capable. Always a quiet and great co-worker. Will miss him.
Albert Uresti
April 1, 2022
Mike was a great guy and was always a pleasure to be around with. Rest in peace.
Ruben Cevallos
April 1, 2022
I was at the celebration of life for Mike, It was a tremendous tribute that was put together. I wish to
thank them for sharing all the photos. It was a great testament to the love of his family.
Jane Daniel
April 1, 2022
My prayers and condolences to Linda and the rest of the family. I have great memories of spending time with your family. I know he will be missed.
Reg Mote
March 31, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family.
Reuban Thier
March 30, 2022
Im sorry for your loss. God bless.
Don & Carol Young
March 30, 2022
We're so sorry for your family's loss. I have 22 years of memories working with Mike and they're all good ones. May he rest in peace.
Anabelle Ornelas
March 30, 2022
My heart goes out to the family. Praying for comfort.
Tommy and Yvonne Thompson
March 30, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to Linda and the O´Neill family. Farewell brother.
Herlin Pineda Jr.
March 30, 2022
My heart goes out to all the O´Neill family for their loss of brother Mike.
He was larger than life. & working next to him proved to be true as his presence resembled a gifted football player! Rest in peace my brother.
God bless you & the family you loved!
Billy and Harriett Gunst
March 27, 2022
We are extremely sorry for your Family´s loss he will always be in our memory and our prayers. He left many memories and footprints for many people.
Dan Howard
March 27, 2022
Very saddened by this news
Mike was a great guy
RIP
Frank & Karen Roberts
March 27, 2022
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband, Mike. Condolences to you and your family.
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