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John O'Neill Obituary

John J. O'Neill, Sr., 89

LEICESTER - John J. O'Neill, Sr., 89, of Mayflower Road died Friday, Aug. 21 in his home after an illness.

He leaves his wife of 60 years, Joan (Hayes) O'Neill, a son John J. O'Neill, Jr. of Washington, D.C., two daughters; Sheila M. Champagne and her husband Robert of Leicester and Sharon M. O'Neill of Leicester, six grandchildren; Emily Beaudry and her husband Mark, Matthew Champagne and his wife Kristie, Joanna Champagne, Yvette O'Neill, Nasir O'Neil and Emerlinda Morales O'Neill, four great-grandchildren; Camden & Nolan Beaudry, Kinsley Champagne and Genevieve O'Neill White. He was pre-deceased by four brothers and three sisters.

Mr. O'Neill was born in Worcester, son of Henry B. and Mary (Coyle) O'Neill. He was an accountant for many years at Worcester County National Bank before retiring in 1990. He served his country in the European Theatre during WW II in the United States Army. He graduated from South High School in Worcester. He was an avid reader and history buff. He had a keen sense of humor, a sharp wit and an arsenal of corny jokes that entertained both family and friends..

Funeral Services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Veterans, Inc., 69 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01605. MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main Street, Leicester is directing arrangements.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2015.

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Mary Johnson (Rafferty)

August 24, 2015

I'm so sorry Sharon on the death of your father. He sounded like a wonderful man. God Bless...Mary

Art Sneiderman

August 24, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family. I wish I had met Mr. O'Neill -- he seems to have been an extraordinary man.

Debra Daigle

August 24, 2015

R.I.P John you will surely be miss by your family and friends

Gail Ring Nasser

August 24, 2015

Sheila and Bob, I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bishop Stephen L. White

August 24, 2015

John O'Neill, Sr now resides in the land of the living! His journey on this plane of consciousness has ended but is simply continuing in eternity!
Sending love, light and positive thoughts to my friend, John O'Neill, Jr and the entire O'Neill family.

Michael Camarda

August 23, 2015

My deepest sympathies to your entire family. Mr O'Neill was a great American and a great family man. I always admired him.

Beth Bisceglia

August 23, 2015

Sharon so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Prayers are being sent to you and your family.

August 23, 2015

Sheila and family, So sorry for your loss. Barbara and Guy Richford

S. S.

August 23, 2015

john,jr.,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your sweet dad!!! May he rest in peace,with God now!!! Give your mom,lots of hugs,she will need you more now,than ever!!! I will keep your whole family in my prayers and thoughts.

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