BORN

1920

DIED

2017

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Tucson, Arizona

Eda O'Neal Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2017.

Eda O'Neal, of Tucson, passed from this life to her eternal home with Jesus on Wednesday Aug. 9, 2017 surrounded by family who loved her dearly.

Eda, "Edi" was born Ida Aprato on Dec. 18, 1920 in Manhattan, New York and grew up in the Bronx. She married the love of her life, Clede H. O'Neal on January 25, 1947. They raised 3 children, Clede Gerard, Marie Elaine and Stephen Wayne.

Edi and Clede "Arkie" settled in Vail, Arizona in the mid 80's after time in Arkansas and Texas. During their life of over 52 years together they had a few family businesses, Arcade Fuel Oil, Tucson KOA Campground and The Longhorn Burger Ranch. They always worked side by side. They ended their years of working together driving their semi truck, The Bashful Rabbit for Melton Truck Lines. Together they drove across the country enjoying the adventures and each other. Edi ended her working career working in the snack bar at Old Vail Middle School. She made some wonderful friends and loved working with them.
Edi loved Arizona Wildcats Basketball, her family and her beloved dog Penelope.

Edi was preceded in death by her parents, husband, her sisters, Rose and Mary, her great nephew Tom and her beloved niece and best friend Madeline Tosi O'Connor.

She is survived by her children, Clede G. O'Neal (Patricia), Marie Elaine O'Neal Finney, Stephen O'Neal (Catherine); grandchildren, Michael Hewston (Jo Ann), Clede W. O'Neal (Anna), Mandy Savary (Jon), Lesley Finney Spradlin (Shea), Jerry Clede Finney (Robin), Kayla Finney (David Molina) and great grandchildren, Sharron, Madeline, Claudia , Olivia, Brayden, Austin, Alexa, Teagan and Jocelyn. Many beloved nieces, nephews, friends and her precious Penelope.

Edi's family welcomes you to attend services in your University of Arizona attire to honor Edi and her love of the Wildcats. A visitation service will be held Friday, August 18, 2017 at 10:00 am at East Lawn Palms Mortuary, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am. There will also be a reception at East Lawn Palms following the committal service.

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August 21, 2017

David

I love you nana! Will miss you very much!

August 21, 2017

Kayla Finney

Miss you so so much my Nana ❤ So very grateful for the last four years and all the laughs and unforgettable memories. I love you!

August 21, 2017

Marie Finney

Missing my Nana.
Love , Penelope ❤

August 21, 2017

Marie Finney

Mama , miss you so very much!
I am so grateful for our last 4 years together and will treasure the memories and lessons I learned with me until we see each other again.
I love you more!
Marie

August 17, 2017

Lesley Spradlin

Miss you Nana. Love you soo much.

August 16, 2017

Juanita Grace ( jepson )

Im so sorry that I hadn't stayed in touch with Edi since I left Vail. My great loss!
She and Clede were, kind wonderful, wise people. They helped me through some difficult days and enjoyed fun times. Even after Clede died she still enjoyed her friends and family immensely. You couldn't help loving Edi.
Sharing Steve with me and my sons as they grew up learning roping and riding skills. They enjoyed watching Steve rope n ride when all the boys competed at Jr.Rodeo events.
Edi was always so loving and positive.
I loved her smile which began in her joyful heart, sparkled in her beautiful eyes and blessed you with love.
God bless all of you, who grew up with her love, especially my old friends, Steve, JC, and Marie,
Love, Juanita

August 15, 2017

Patricia

I will miss you so much but know you are at peace now and are with your family in heaven.

August 12, 2017

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Stephen Vermillion

We love you very much. You brought so much sunshine and happiness to ours lives.

Stephen & Pattie

August 12, 2017

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Stephen Vermillion

I loved this fantastic woman. Had so many wonderful moment telling stories from the past. I miss you terribly. Rest in the embrace of God.

Stephen Vermillion

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