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Joseph O'Neill Obituary
ALBRIGHTSVILLE — Mr. Joseph R. O'Neill Sr. died on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, at his residence in Albrightsville.
He joins his beloved wife Constance J. O'Neill, to continue their 55 year marriage.
He was retired from the Facilities Engineering Department of Bell of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia. Joseph was a lifelong member of the Verizon Pioneers.
Born in Philadelphia on Sept. 22, 1934, he was the son of the late Francis and Reba (Wood) O'Neill. After spending most of his life in Philadelphia, Joseph retired to Albrightsville, for the last 13 years. He enjoyed traveling, long walks and attending Irish-American cultural events. Mr. O'Neill was a Communicant of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Lake Harmony, and previously was a longtime member of St. Christopher's Catholic Church, Philadelphia.
He was the devoted father of Joseph R. (Tanya) O'Neill Jr. of Abington; Timothy O'Neill of Holland, Pa.; Stephen (Michelle Vitali) O'Neill of Edinboro, Pa.; and Francis (Lori) O'Neill of Philadelphia. He was the grandfather of Luke, Karima, Justin (Star) O'Neill, Katie Kooper, Kayla Concepcion and Madeleine, Henry and Breanna O'Neill. He was the great-grandfather of Lily, Leah and Justin Jr. Brian, and Jill Keefer were his devoted friends and neighbors, as well as their children, Carol and Trevor, for whom Joe shared a special fondness. He is also survived by his sister, Sister Ruth O'Neill, SSJ., who lives at Chestnut Hill in Philadelphia, and by his sister-in-law, Dorothy Novack and her husband, Paul, of Lakewood.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Constance; his parents, Francis and Reba; as well as his brother Francis and sister Anne Hitchner.
Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday in St. Christopher's Catholic Church, 13301 Proctor Road, Philadelphia, with a funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment will immediately follow at Forest Hills Cemetery under the direction of Lamb Funeral Home. www.lambfuneralhomeinc.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Lisa Zlomsowitch
November 6, 2013
To the O'Neill family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a wonderful man. I met him and Connie while working at the Albrightsville PT center. They were the sweetest couple and became my friends. I will miss having lunch with them and i know they are together again with Murphy also. Joe will be sadly missed as well as Connie.
Christmas at Nanny & Pop-Pop's on Delray St.
November 5, 2013
Thank you to all who sent their condolences, cards, food, and gave us much needed hugs, encouraging words, and sent prayers our way during this sorrowful time. Pop's leaving us was quite a shock and we are taking one day at a time as we accept that he is in a better place. Continue to keep us in your prayers, for anyone who has lost a loved one knows the hardest days are yet to come (holidays, birthdays, graduations, family gatherings, etc.).
Peace,
Joe, Tanya, Luke & Karima
November 3, 2013
To the O'Neill family.
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I will always remember the good times I had with Joe, Connie and Rock. We had many years of good times together. He will be truly missed. My prayers are with all the family for the strength you need for the loss of your Dad, and Grandfather. May he have ever lasting happiness in heaven with your Mom.
Janice Foss Conville
Ginny
November 3, 2013
Tim, Kayla and O'Neill Family
So sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather...
May the comfort of knowing your Dad is always with you in your hearts...watching over you all...guiding you through the tough times and celebrating the good...
God has a new Angel...fly high Mr.O'Neill
God Bless
Ginny
Ginny
November 3, 2013
Tim, Kayla and O'Neill Family...I'm so very sorry for your loss...Your Dad/Grandpop will always be wth you...Keep all the wonderful memories locked away in your hearts...
God Bless
RIP...Mr.O'Neill
Cathy Di Cola
November 3, 2013
My condolences to the O'Neill family. I will miss Joe coming in with Tim for breakfast every time he was down to visit. He was a kind pleasant man. He will be missed greatly. -Cathy
November 2, 2013
My condolences to you Joe, Tanya and the O'Neil family during this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you All,
Love Darlene
Terry matthews
November 1, 2013
Mr."O" was the best neighbor anyone could ever ask for on Delray Street. He always
went out of his way for our family.
All our love- The Matthews Family
Nancy Schields
November 1, 2013
Our hearts and prayers go out to the entire O'Neill family in the loss of Joe. He was a devoted man to his family, friends and neighbors. Although we only had six short months to get to know him, he will be in our hearts forever. Joe was a great neighbor to us. He always had a story to tell or local information to share (especially the auctions)! He will be dearly missed by many. "WHAT THE HEART HAS ONCE OWNED...IT SHALL NEVER LOSE." Our Condolences to All who loved Joe, Carl and Nancy (Albrightsville,Pa)
Jessica Casale
November 1, 2013
Joe was a sweet, gentle, caring man who loved everyone unconditionally. I will never forget how much he lit up the room when he walked in. Joe brought so many gifts to our life. We will never forget you! You will remain in our hearts forever.
With Deepest sympathy,
Scott Robinson
November 1, 2013
Joe, my heart goes out to you http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMTKb-pgxGI
Lydia Redman
October 31, 2013
it is so upsetting knowing that I won't be able to see you anymore at holidays, Kay's proms, or even just for no reason. you brought so much happiness to Kayla and Tim. I know you will always be watching over them, especially when they need you the most. you always treated me a part of the family and I always considered you as a grandfather. rest easy..love you<3
Hank & Pat Cole
October 31, 2013
To the O'Neill boys. We have been friends of your Dad and Mom for many years. We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Your Dad was a wonderful and caring person. I know he is in a good place now with your Mom.
Kayla Concepcion
October 31, 2013
I still can't believe this happened so soon. I'm so glad that I got a chance to see you before you passed and gave you one last hug and kiss. it's going to be so hard with you not here on my birthday and my graduations but I know you will still be by my side maybe not physically but mentally. I love you so much and I know you're at a happy place with nanny again. watch over me
October 30, 2013
LOVE YOU POP
TIM
Joan Case
October 30, 2013
To the entire O'Neill family...We are so sorry to learn of Dad's passing. Your Mom and Dad were wonderful neighbors and friends. When you lost your beloved Mom, we knew your Dad's heart was broken. They had a love story so few ever experience. Your Dad was a wonderful, caring gentlemen, in every sense of the word. It is comforting to know that Mom and Dad are now together once again and may the years of memories you have sustain you in the days, months and years ahead. Never forget the good stock that you all come from and continue to make them proud of all of you. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Joan Case & Fred Geschwendt
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