James Raymond O'Neill

1952 - 2017

James Raymond O'Neill obituary, 1952-2017, Georgetown, TX

BORN

1952

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home

2900 Williams Drive

Georgetown, Texas

James O'Neill Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 24, 2017.

Jim passed away on November 23rd at his home. He is survived by the love of his life, Marie, his wife of 42 years along with two children, His son, Sean O'Neill and wife Suzanne live in Lowell, Massachusetts and his daughter, Amanda and her husband Jared Lutrus reside in Milwaukee, Oregon with their daughter and Jim's cherished granddaughter, Vera Lynn.

Born and raised in the Boston, Massachusetts area, Jim was a proud member of the United States Army Rangers. He served bravely in Vietnam, where exposure to Agent Orange led to a series of significant health challenges. Jim worked professionally as a construction estimator. He and Marie relocated to Texas in 2007.

Jim loved many things in his life, from music (Cat Stevens, Blood, Sweat and Tears) to fishing and astronomy but after his family perhaps what he was most passionate about was his beloved New England Patriots football team. Jim followed his team closely and relished in their success.

He also enjoyed life's simple pleasures: a ride in the car with Marie or a walk through the neighborhood where he was always ready to chat with people he'd encounter, often entertaining them with a quick-witted, endearing comment. He was always willing to help more than he asked for help.

Jim had strong Faith and was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Santa Rosa de Lima Catholic Church.

Jim requested that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The Disabled American Veterans organization, www.dav.org

A Memorial Service will be at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, January 5, 2018 at the Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home in Georgetown, Texas. Please join us in the Southwestern Room at the funeral home's celebration room after the service for lunch and to share your memories of Jim. The burial will follow at 2:00 P.M. at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 State Highway 195, Killeen, Texas.

Arrangements under the direction of Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, 2900 Williams Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78628 (512)863-2564.

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February 18, 2018

Stephen Zopatti

Marie,
We are so sad to hear about Jimmy. We have some great memories of fun times in our younger years! Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Ruth Zopatti

February 17, 2018

John O'Connor

Marie,
I was saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. It was a honor to have him as one of my friends. May he rest in peace.
John J. O'Connor (Okie)

February 16, 2018

Gary Comoletti

Hi Marie, Gary & Judy Comoletti.
Just heard this past weekend about Jimmy, so sorry to hear. We had some great memories growing up and hanging out at the Hilltop. Every time I pass by the Monatiquet river behind Graziano concrete that goes out under Commercial St and empties into Weymouth landing, "I think of Jimmy". Him and I used to take the empty cement tubs from Grazianos and float down the river to where it went under Commercial St. We stopped there because it dropped into the harbor. Sooooo sad.
If you are up this way please give us a call, we would love to get together. We are still in Braintree, same house. Our number is searchable (Judy is on Facebook) or reach out to Gail Marini (Haskell), Judy's sister in Law. BTW her husband Ken just passed last Sept as well.

January 17, 2018

Neighbor

Deb Baughman

Marie, we are sad to hear of Jimmie losing the fight...:( Oh my gosh I can begin to tell you how much fun we had being neighbors with you both! Nights of partying and playing Scrabble! Hope that is a time that you will cherish along with us as we think of Jimmie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deb

December 7, 2017

Carolyn Shaw

Marie, I am so sorry to hear this. Wish I was there to give you a hug. I will pray for you and your family.
Hoping to visit Sun City later this year.
Sincerely, Carolyn Shaw

December 7, 2017

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Joy Sunderland

Marie your loss is great, nothing can be said, to take the pain away. I am very happy that I got to meet You guys, God bless you

November 27, 2017

Tom & Betty White

Marie, we are very sorry for your loss. Jimmy was one of the nicest men we have ever met. He will be missed.

November 26, 2017

Family

Ginger Mc Donald

Marie our thoughts are with you n your family at this very sad time. Jim was-such a nice man. We shall remember his smile n personality. Please take care love your cousin Ginger

November 25, 2017

Tricia McCoy

So very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you in these difficult time. Jimmy was an amazing big heart man. I will miss him very much.

November 25, 2017

So very sorry for your loss. Many happy memories from so long ago.

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