Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1932
DIED
2018
FUNERAL HOME
Marion O'Neil Obituary
She was born Sept. 26, 1932, in Norwich. Sis, daughter of Marion Larson and Witter O'Neil (deceased), is survived by her three siblings, Barbara, Tommy and Skip and their spouses. Older sister Patty was predeceased in 1995.
In addition to many nieces, nephews and cousins, Sis's extended family includes Snuffy, her true companion and the Acorn Acres Camp Mascot. Many camping friends and her incredible loyal staff and devoted families and friends have found their way to her campground. This year, Acorn Acres Campground celebrates its "50th" anniversary, 1968-2018.
Sis attended NFA and was a member of the graduating Class of 1950. Sis loved the academic world and had many interests in school; two favorites were the French Club and Chorus. Sis was a physical education teacher at Notre Dame and Kelly Junior High in Norwich. She was an instrumental part of the NFA Alumni Association, organizing and hosting annual events.
In the early 50's, Sis coached a girl's basketball team called "TheFlashers." Sis was a great lover of sports and games and expressed an enthusiastic sense of fair play and competition. She remained an ever-faithful fan of the UConn Huskies and the Connecticut Sun.
For fifty years, it has been non-stop entertainment with a daily list of activities that Sis would encourage the campers to participate in, especially the kids. But cell phones and electronics eventually took the place of that, as well as hanging out in the rec hall together, playing the juke box and shooting pool.
How she missed the kids and interacting with them, coaching them, listening to their dreams and encouraging them. Just "go for it," Sis would say.
As we echo her own parting words, "SEE- YA," to this incredible woman, Acorn Acres will forever live on in our childhood memories, in the daily laughter and songs among dear friends, and in the love that keeps the campfire of our hearts aglow.
Love ya, SIS. "Oh My!"
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 8, at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 181 Elizabeth St., Norwich, with the burial to follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery, 815 Boswell Ave.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to hospice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Marion O'Neil
Sponsored by Cummings-Gagne Funeral Home.
Sissy with Pat & Jack Clabby
August 4, 2018
It is exactly two months to the date of your letting go of this world and walking into the next. Surely Mom & Dad, (Pat & Jack) were there to greet you along with other significant souls. I have finally read all the prayers, poems and memories listed here and laughed out loud to some of them. What a life you made for yourself and all who knew you. For me, dearest Aunt it will be the childhood memories of getting AA started and the absolute trust and freedom you gave us for doing adult chores when we were just pre-teens. What joy! What fun! And somehow, you always knew where we were even if we didn't want to be discovered. Remembering warm evening swims and washing up with dial soup in Gardner Lake, listening to Nat King Cole before bedtime, and posing for a zillion pictures with ALL of your cameras. May God Bless you and your entire campground family. It has been my greatest joy to be your niece and loving friend. Colleen #2
Steff LaFlash
July 18, 2018
Sis, you were truly one of a kind and you will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing you. Sincere condolences to the family.
Annie Chambers
July 12, 2018
My first "real" summer job was working for Sis at Acorn Acres and I returned for several years. She was one of a kind! Soar with the angels, my friend and tell Brett and Butch I said hi!
Becky Teeter
July 7, 2018
Dearest Miss Sis. I miss you with me. I miss us seeing turkeys...a whole family of them crossing the road. And we would see them together. I miss us talking about the "croakers" and loving that sound. I miss you making this the greatest place to live for me....but I know it was not for me....but for every one who had a reason to stay here, year round. I remember you on a snow mobile at midnight on the back road, and I was walking my puppies in the snow. What a surprise it was. You stopped and said "I see you love the outdoors." I miss hearing you say "see ya" or holding your hands up with thumbs up. I miss those sweat pants and tops. I miss your signature on my bill. I miss you talking about 12 Days of Christmas, and what it meant to you. And you used it year round. I miss us eating at Bozrah Pizza. You, with the spinach pizza or pie, and of course, the beer. Can't eat at Bozrah without beer.
My Dad and I both, have you in our hearts. I love you Miss Sis. Kiss on the forehead and a big hug.....as always. Oh my. See ya!!!!!!
June 24, 2018
I'm gonna miss you acorn Acres will never be the same love the spash family
Theresa Grottole
June 20, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I spend over 25 years camping at Acorn Acres in the circle on site 120. Our family went down the day after school got out to Labor Day weekend and through Halloween.
My family grew up there and us seasonal had the best times on the weekends hanging in the rec-hall, movies, dances and trying not to get into teenage trouble.
Sis was a wonderful teacher and friend.
God BLess,
Theresa Grottole
Windsor, CT
[email protected]
Jennifer and Kim McKay
June 12, 2018
Loved hearing you sing Patsy cline songs with Tina and Becky. My favorite song singing with you was always "mama he's crazy". You touched so many people with your kind, caring nature and have given us so many cherished memories that we will always treasure you in our hearts and souls.
Jenny
jeff caruso
June 12, 2018
good bye , oh my, from gal lee, you were one of my favorite aunts, hope you are having a beer with jack, patty and gram and gramps ,or tea. JC.
Dave Caruso
June 10, 2018
On Friday, I had the honor of being a pall bearer at my Aunt Sis's funeral. It was an honor that I will forever treasure. Psychologists say the formative years are from ages 4-7. Well, being the emotionally mature challenged' person that I am, my formative years began when I first stepped on the hallowed grounds of Acorn Acres Campground as an 8 year old boy with a whiffle haircut. Since then, not one single thing has shaped me more than being in the shadows of both the Oaks and Pines of Connecticut and my Aunt Sis. Sis was the eternal optimist who always saw the best in every person she met, especially kids. Her passion of sports, recreation, and the love of the outdoors, seemed to be magically infused into my bloodstream. There was never a time when she wasn't putting herself into a child's mindset and trying to get them to play a game, participate in an activity, or simply practice at being your best. Just as the trees have grown tall and strong over the last 50 years, Sis has been sturdy and steady with endless energy and enthusiasm for making a kid feel special. I am honored to be just one of many whose life was shaped because of my Aunt Sis. Thank you, Aunt Sis. Who I am today is because of your love. Love, Dave Caruso aka Hippie
D Mooney
June 10, 2018
Sis, you will always be remembered for welcoming everyone with your trusty companion nearby. Thank you for welcoming my family to yours, your influence is immeasurable.
Thinking of those you left behind and hoping fond memories continue to comfort them.
Patricia Hnat
June 10, 2018
"Sis" was not my Mother's biological sister; but, for more than a half-century, she treated and loved my Mom as if she were. Sis had an aura about her that was blindingly brilliant. Her generosity of heart and spirit touched so many--I am blessed to have been one... You truly deserve perpetual rest, Sis... RIP... With much love, sincere admiration, and my deepest appreciation, Pattie Filippetti Hnat
June 10, 2018
SIS,you will be missed by so many. Our sincere condolences to the family of SIS. May you Rest In Peace.
Love you, see ya ! Bub Arlene
Carol DeRico Valdez
June 9, 2018
Sis,
Thank you for a lifetime of memories. Thank you for making us laugh at my Dad's funeral. You brought him alive for the time you spoke the eulogy. We will miss you on Christmas Eve at the DeRico's. Hope you knew how much our whole crazy family loved and respected you❤
Robert Canevari
June 8, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.sis was one in a million allways there to help you out or to set you straight sis sure made sure camping was a campground full of family and friends good times had by all acorn acres is in everyones hearts as well as you sis rest easy my friend. Bob , Liz, Victoria, and Matthew Canevari Site # 69
Wil Bernstein
June 8, 2018
My condolences to the O'Neil family. I will miss seeing Sis at the camping shows and our talks about the camping industry. It's been a pleasure knowing her and distributing Acorn Acres brochures at shows for many years.
Wil Bernstein
United Brochure Distributors
Rozann valenti
June 8, 2018
Sis was my gym teacher many years ago at Kelly Junior high. One day in gym I was misbehaving badly. She had me duck walk around the gymnasium for punishment. It was well deserved and a learning lesson for me. Twenty years later I met her in a restaurant that I worked at. I was very amazed that she had remembered me. I then told her the story and we laughed so much about it. She was the best and will be missed by myself and anyone else who was lucky enough to have known her.
Mary Pelletier
June 7, 2018
Thank you for all your kindness !! RIP Sis
Jolene Beauregard Ruffo
June 7, 2018
Dear Sis, you were indeed a special person. I will N E V E R forget you, especially all that I learned from you when working with youngsters. You have deserved your rest.
Jennifer Turner (Marquis)
June 7, 2018
Sis, Thank you for the many ways you touched my, and so many other, lives. Like so many, I literally and figuratively grew up at AA - its where the very best memories of my life and some of my very best friendships to this day began. You gave me my first job, and I still remember receiving care packages of popcorn and chocolate acorns you sent when I was away at college. Youve known me since I was just a child, saw me get married and met my children earlier this year - things just wont be the same without you.
June 7, 2018
Sis thanks for the memories we made at Acorn Acres. It just won't be the same without you . Loved every summer we camped there and all of he wonderful friends we met while there. All I can say now is "see ya" Love John and Sally
Connie Clabby
June 7, 2018
Dear Sis,
I want to be outside to feel the wind, to hear the birds, to feel the water of the stream catch my sneaker as I try to jump over it. I want to drape a towel around my neck, lead my little campers down to the lake and not be afraid of any snakes along the way. I want to let you know that I am OK with going to church with you on Sundays, even if I have to dress up.
I want to gnaw on frozen snickers' bars, mind the store, and sweep the Rec hall when the juke box is playing Oh, Sweet Pea. I want to answer the phone and say, Acorn Acres campground. How can I help you?
I want to slide down the hill across the frozen pond and end up on the other side without falling in. I want to sit on a fence and caress a large brown cow. I want to shoot a bee bee gun at a can over yonder on the fence and pretend I'm living in the Wild West. I want to day dream about a '57 Chevy from Uncle Bob and how cool would that be to drive around and show off.
I want to smell the clothes that stayed out all night on the line because they needed the night air. I want to hold Springer Spaniel puppies and feel their silken ears against my rough hands. I want to plant Christmas tree seedlings and then sell them when they've grown. I want to wander and wonder about hills, valleys, animal tracks, and learn survival skills.
I want to be unafraid to ask about who am I and what should I do. I want to tell people how I have cleaned toilets and thought it was fun. I want to see your face after I tell you that I have graduated from college and have a teaching degree in Physical Education just like you. I want to believe that I will have half the energy that you had to fulfill my dreams. I want to hear those crickets that have been my friends because you made them so.
I love you Aunt Sis,
Connie #3.
Jennifer Stoddard/Spica
June 7, 2018
I never thought this day would happen. I thought Sis would go on forever. She never seemed tired and was always going, going. I grew up with sis as a camper with my parents every summer. I worked for Sis from the time I was twelve and through college. She always had something for me to do. I'd spend hours sweeping the parking lot not getting why it had to be done. Boy did I learn work ethics. I always loved Sis and she was part of our family. My parents even helped her by being Mr and Mrs. Santa for Christmas in August and I remember my mom making pasta sauce in Sis's back kitchen for sphaghett dinners. Sis didn't just have a business she affected the lives and upbringing of so many kids. The best memories in my life were summers with Sis at Acorn Acres. We developed a second family with the campers next to us and are still in contact today. Thank you Sis for bringing such joy to peoples life through your vibrant personality and wonderful campground!
June 7, 2018
She was my gym teacher at Notre Dame High School, I remember her well, always enthaustic and great with us girls.
Deb (MacFarland) Currier
Alyssa Woronik
June 7, 2018
Thank you Sis for teaching me so much! You offered me my first job and I have so many memories from working at Acorn Acres. The experiences I had at Acorn Acres helped me in the years to follow. You had a true impact on so many people, particularly young people, in the area. Though you were sometimes strict, underneath it all you had an enormous heart and were loyal to your staff. You truly cared for your staff and campers. You supported and encouraged people to pursue any endeavor that they felt passionate about and committed to. For me it was biology research. When I received academic opportunities during the summer you always would give me time off and encouraged me. I never had to worry I was risking my position at Acorn Acres to accept these opportunities - not many employers would have been accepting or supportive of this. I knew I always had a job waiting for me when these brief but valuable experiences were over. I now have my PhD in genetics and your support over the years played a role in this achievement. Thank you so much. You will be sorely missed.
June 6, 2018
O'Neil Family,
My condolences on hearing about the passing of "Sis". She was always gracious and fun when we attended the CCOA meetings or worked the camp shows. She will be missed. Jeannette Davis
Bud A.
June 6, 2018
O'Neil Family,
Condolences on the passing of "Sis." During yesteryear, I ran Fastlane DJ's, and Entertainment 2000 DJ's and Karaoke. Sis booked in my Karaoke services many times. She was a wonderful person, gracious, out-going, and hi-energy. GOD bless her soul.
Margi Wenzel-Winters
June 6, 2018
Oh Sis..how my Brother loved you and working for you. I know you are both together again, and the shenanigans will start soon I am sure. Thanks for being such a great person. You will be missed so much.
Rose DeRico-Semonco
June 6, 2018
The world as we knew it is no longer the same. We grew up with your knowledge, with your teachings and you cared for each and every one of us. Everyone looked forward to every summer and spending it at the campground. You were a very special person in so many lives. You were our shining light on one of the hardest days that we had to endure. You will be missed greatly but your memory will continue to shine for years to come. For all you gave at Notre Dame, Thank you ! Rest in Peace, Sis, I am sure you and my Dad will now start a poker game in Heaven.
John Lewitz Jr
June 6, 2018
My condolences to the O'niel family, Sis would always bring a smile and a good story when she stopped by the farm.
Joe Sylvia
June 6, 2018
Good bye Sis! The business community lost a real friend and inspiration. She helped a lot of small businesses with work and her kind words of wisdom. You are sadly missed.
Melissa Lennon
June 5, 2018
Sis, how you created such an incredible and loyal staff I will never know. You were both hard on us and incredibly loving and generous to us. Thank you for the good... and the bad... I learned so much. Thank you for taking a chance and trusting me!
To my fellow awesome teammates (Chris, Mark, Suzie, Mike, et al)... cherish the late night drives via the hey wagon somewhere down the road, doing the "rooms," summer camp, the Halloween haunted hey ride, sports TV playing nonstop for key events (Olympics, tennis, CT Sun, Red Sox and World Series), snack bar (with fries, Slushies, sundaes, pizza, burgers, hots dogs, and more), arguing who was the "wheel," and the Christmas parties... in January... with gifts in the famous Acorn Acres wrapping paper! They're memories that our ours... and created by one loving, caring, and unique woman! "Oh, my!"
Jennifer and Kim McKay
June 5, 2018
Loved hearing you sing Patsy cline songs with Tina and Becky. My favorite song singing with you was always "mama he's crazy". You touched so many people with your kind, caring nature and have given us so many cherished memories that we will always treasure you in our hearts and souls.
Jenny
Peggy Gay
June 5, 2018
Since 2001 you have been a part of our summer lives. Even though we weren't seasonal, you kept our card on file. You were so happy to hear when we were coming to see you. My kids, my husband & I always felt like you were family and you treated us that way too. We will always love and miss you Sis. Peggy, Tim, Timmy, Patricia, & Travis Gay
Beth Jakubowski/Larson
June 5, 2018
My deepest sympathy. I was her student at Notre Dame High School and I remember her kindness and the wonderful person/teacher she was. She leaves fond memories in all who knew her.
Mark Kalinowski
June 5, 2018
From summer camp in the 60's that Sis and my dad ran at Gardner's Lake until recently, Sis was synonymous with camping, enjoying outdoor life, community and fun.
Camping both seasonally and weekending at Acorn Acres was always fun with so many activities. It was truly a way to bring families together and that put a smile on Sis' face.
Thank you Sis from the bottom of our hearts for literally decades of fun.
Prayers go out to her entire family which includes those she adopted as family at the campground.
Stephen Shaw
June 5, 2018
We have enjoyed camping at Acorn Acres for several years. We will miss Sis reciting the pool rules every time she unlocked the pool for us. She will dearly be missed there. Warmly, Steve
Glenn Cote
June 5, 2018
Cara and I will miss you Sis! You were such a wonderful soul and you touched our hearts! ❤
Carole A. Oat
June 5, 2018
Thank you Sis for all your lifelong contributions throughout the area and in so many ways. So glad to have known you and for the kindness and friendship you shared with my Uncle Morton Oat and father Jimmy Oat. They always appreciated everything you did and enjoyed being a part of the AA family. We're sure the 3 of you will enjoy some laughs again...RIP.
June 5, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to sis family and extended family. We first met sis in 1968 when her office was a little camper set in the woods, always had to co ent on her mis matched socks that was our much loved sis. Going to miss her, but oh the memories we truly love you sis..the Davis family .
Barbara Belli / Reilly
June 5, 2018
I know every girl from Norte Dame high school is remembering her with great memories. Our condolences too all who loved and respected her. She was a wonderful person.
Kim and Ed McCorkindale
June 5, 2018
Our condolences to the ONeill family and all the staff at Acorn Acres. Sis was always so accommodating when our girls visited. We enjoyed listening to stories of when she first opened the camp ground at our weekly winter gatherings in the adult room. Acorn Acres will not be the same without her. RIP.
tom doak
June 5, 2018
i am so heart broken to hear we lost a wonderfull lady Sis you will be surely missed i remember the first time i camped there she brought my two boys back by the ear lobes but after that they behaved i will surely miss seeing you there when we do come up
Patricia Pellegrini
June 5, 2018
Sympathy to all your family and friends. Just last night Pat Lewis and I (Pat Kirby) were speaking of her and what she brought to Norwich with womaen's baseball teams not knowing of her passing. She brought together a group of young women and formed a team called the Flashes back in the 50's that was a #1 team for a long time, then a basketball team that was top rated also. She was an inspiration for women in sports, big hearted, lovable, charitable and just a genuine human being. You are missed already by so many camper families but we knew you when history was being made for women league softball.We cherish the memories, guess it was time to hang up the catcher's mitt and mask for good. Thanks for the memories, rest in peace, God Bless. May HE hold you in the palm of HIS hand.sincerely, Pat Kirby Pellegrini,left field & Pat Lewis, first base.
Dawn Noble
June 5, 2018
My condolences to the O'Neill family and the extended family of Acorn Acres. Sis was a significant part of my childhood summers at Acorn Acres - from the activities to selling me penny-sweets. Sis was also one of the few people who could beat my Dad at pool in the Rec Hall. There were also many occasions when I did my best to avoid Sis as she patrolled the campground in her golf cart because, of course, I was breaking a rule at the time. Losing Sis feels like the end of an era. Sis will be deeply missed.
Terri Nichols
June 5, 2018
Sis, my heart is broken. You were such a wonderful person. My kids all grew up camping at Acorn Acres. Now my grandchildren are also loving to be there. They always wanted to say Hi to Miss Sis. You were so wonderful and understanding to all our situations. You will forever be in our hearts and never forgotten. We Love you Sis. Until we meet again, find peace in heavens hands. The entire Nichols family
dennis riley
June 5, 2018
I extend condolences to members of Sis' family...she was a remarkable woman in the fullest meaning of those words...
V Chambers
June 5, 2018
Sis and Acorn Acres were part of my childhood. My parents' best friends were met camping at the site next to ours. Many years and a new camper later, my parents are camping there again - this time hosting grandchildren. Some things at Acorn Acres have changed, (like not having to wear bathing caps to swim in the pool! My daughters have no idea ...) but not Sis. She was the same! I knew she was ill and in the hospital, but I thought for sure she'd be well by camping season. Acorn Acres will not be the same without her. Condolences from the Carter family to the O'Neil family. May she rest in peace - running the campground in the sky!
Tina Lockhart
June 5, 2018
Sis, I hope you knew how much I loved having you as a friend, a boss and a second mother to me. I am sorry I was so far away and didn't get there to see you. I will always have my memories of you and I. Working together, going out to eat together and singing Patsy Cline together or just hanging out together. Rest easy my friend, my family. I will miss you for all of eternity
Tina Lockhart
June 5, 2018
Sis, I hope you knew how much I loved having you as a friend, a boss and a second mother to me. I am sorry I was so far away and didn't get there to see you. I will always have my memories of you and I. Working together, going out to eat together and singing Patsy Cline together or just hanging out together. Rest easy my friend, my family. I will miss you for all of eternity
Patricia Gay
June 5, 2018
My condolences to your family. My family and I have been going to acorn acres since, I dont know, 2000? 1999? Every time we came back Sis would always remember us. This is truly a great loss.
Julie Boyle
June 5, 2018
My condolences to the O'Neil family and her Acorn Acres Family. It was truly a pleasure to have met Sis and to become a part of her Acorn Acres Family. I enjoyed decorating the camp ground for the themed holidays and seeing her face light up and hearing her "Oh my!!!" I will never forget you. You will truly be missed. Rest in peace my friend. Until we meet again.
Janet Allen
June 5, 2018
My family went camping at Acorn Acres almost every weekend in the Summers when I was growing up. It was a great place to spend time and have fun. After many years I went back and Sis was still there and remembered me, my family and my cousins who also camped with us. The campground had changed some but she didn't. I have many fond memories. Thank you and rest in peace.
LouAnn Strasser
June 5, 2018
My thoughts and prayers to Sis's family, to her campground family, staff and friends. She provided so many of us with a great camping experience that included being blessed with many forever friends. The memories we all have of Acorn Acres will bring us smiles, tears and laughter for years to come. Thank you Sis. You will be missed. RIP....❤
June 5, 2018
My condolences to the O'Neil family. Sis was a funny, unique lady that I can say I had the pleasure of knowing. May you rest in peace. You will be greatly missed.
Ann Hedge
Ed Moran
June 5, 2018
Dear Sis, we first met just a few short months ago but in that first meeting you found a large place in our hearts. You presented a kindness and patients rarely found in people today. You have left such a lasting positive impression on my wife and I that we feel we have lost a family member. "God bless you Sis" for the remarkable person you were and the remarkable life you lived. You are missed and loved, Ed & Lynn Moran
Linda Wilson
June 5, 2018
Dear Sis: You were and are an Angel to us.You helped people when they needed alittle.For this you will never be forgotten.Brian & Linda Wilson
Mike & Chris Hogan
June 5, 2018
Our sincerest condolences. Rest in Peace Sis
Shirley & Mary Teixeira
June 5, 2018
We will be celebrating a life well shared with 3 generations at Acorn Acres. We will cherish the memories forever. Thank you Sis! Shirley Teixeira, Mary Teixeira, Andrew and Ashley Lesoveck
Stephen Murphy
June 5, 2018
Sis was a huge part of my life, I will truly miss her, and always have a special place in my heart for her. "Love you Sis...See Ya".
ROXANNE Barber
June 5, 2018
Always late for her hair appointments. She would say would you believe? And different color socks! And putting her winter hat on after getting her hair done! I would say , it's okay! Those are some of the things I will remember and smile. ROXANNE
Stacie Ristau
June 5, 2018
Sis will surely be missed and Acorn Acres will never be the same without her Oh my in the rec hall. My condolences to her family and extended camp family.
From,
-One of those kids who grew up at the juke box, shooting pool, and participated in all of her great activities
Mary Lee Pappagallo
June 4, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the O'Neil family. For many many many years I've learned a lot about the O'Neil family from my mother, Patricia (Lee) Pappagallo. Story states that the Lees and the O"Neils were such great friends that each couple had babies and named them the same, there were 2 Barbara's, 2 Thomas's and 2 Patty's. I remember riding my bike to my grandfather's house on Sunday afternoons to always find him and Mr. O'Neil sitting in lawn chairs, still in their church clothes. Well about 4 years ago I went to Acorn Acres to do the Paintings for Relay for Life and finally met Sis O'Neil and she was everything my mother had said, the kindest most gentlest soul I would ever meet. Rest In Peace Sis O'Neil, I hope your sitting with my mom right now catching up on old times. God Bless
Cheryl Rancourt
June 4, 2018
My condolences to the O'Neil and Acorn Acres family of Sis! I have seen the family she has created at the campground while visiting over the last few years and you can definitely feel the love and acceptance! Her dedication to all is definitely felt, shown, and will never go unnoticed!
Jeanie Marques
June 4, 2018
Condolences to Sis' family and friends. We always enjoyed our summers at the campground and my kids 'grew up' there. My folks found Acorn Acres and brought me and my children there, and the rest is history!
Sleep well Sis, and thanks for the memories :)
Lorene Almario
June 4, 2018
This amazing woman has touched the lives of so many. She has provided countless childhood memories to all who passed through the gates of Acorn Acres. I will be forever grateful for the moments shared with Sis and our entire camping family. I know that Sis will always be by my side while I'm dancing the " Electric Slide ". May you rest in peace Sis. You are missed already.
Karla Pereira
June 4, 2018
The news I got today of Sis' passing has touched my soul so much. Just last year, she was dancing the Macarena with us at the Saturday dance party at Acorn Acres. She laughed so much and we all knew how much joy was in her heart. I will never forget how on her last birthday, we brought her a cake and her smile was absolutely priceless. I just can't believe it and I've only known her a year but I tell you all, under her spunky self, she was a very loving woman. Sis you will be missed by sooooooo many and I want to personally say Thank you for being such a feisty lady with a big heart. May you Rest In Peace. See-Ya
Ed Hedge
June 4, 2018
My sincere condolences to the Oneill family and the many many friends that Sis has touched through her life. She has been a part of my life and my childrens lives from the day we started camping 18 years ago. RiP my friend. I THAAAANK YOU!!!!!! We will miss ya...
Patricia Serra
June 4, 2018
Over the years I have brought hundreds of Girl Scouts camping at Sis's campground. She was always so pleased to have the girls there and was always kind, generous, and gracious. Not only have I lost a friend, Girl Scouts in the area have lost a true friend and supporter. I loved talking with her about scouts, UCONN women's basketball, The Connecticut Sun and our Alma mater NFA. We will miss you Sis!
Betty Butrymowicz
June 4, 2018
My sympathies to the family. She was a great lady... from one of her students from Norte Dame.
Donna Chiapponi
June 4, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Showing 1 - 74 of 74 results
Make a Donation
in Marion O'Neil's name
Memorial Events
for Marion O'Neil
How to support Marion's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Marion O'Neil's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
