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Hilary A. O'Neill

1934 - 2016

Hilary A. O'Neill obituary, 1934-2016, Chicago, IL

BORN

1934

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Drake & Son Funeral Home

5303 North Western Ave

Chicago, Illinois

Hilary O'Neill Obituary

O'Neill, Hilary A. Born January 14, 1934 in Dublin, Ireland, passed away November 7, 2016. Loving and dedicated husband of 47 years to Frances (nee Dudley); wonderful and loving father of Valerie (Christopher) Cassidy; cherished brother of Deirdre, Nicolas, and Vincent; respected uncle to many. Hilary worked for 40 plus years at Montgomery Ward as a carpenter, volunteered his time as an usher at Queen of Angels Church, carpenter, true craftsman, and always willing to lend a hand to the needs of all he came into contact with. Visitation Thursday, November 10, 2016, 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60625. Funeral Friday, November 11, 2016, 9:15 a.m. from funeral home to Queen of Angels Church, 2330 W. Sunnyside, Chicago, Illinois 60625. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Ridgewood Cemetery, Des Plaines, Illinois. Info: (773) 561-6874.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 9, 2016.

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V Swirin

November 11, 2016

"Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy."
It was a honor to know him.

November 10, 2016

So sorry to hear of Hilary's passing. Sending warmest wishes from México City to you all. We have very fond memories of Hilary from our wedding day. Love from Francisco, Paula, Liam and Fionn.

Bernie ONeill

November 10, 2016

My prayers to the ONeill family. Rest in peace Hlary. You will be missed and remembered my dear uncle.

v

November 9, 2016

Our prayers go out to you psmals 37. 11.

November 9, 2016

My condolences to the family. Matthew 5:4

Ryan M

November 9, 2016

So sorry for the loss of a dear friend and loved one. May you find comfort from family and friends as well as the One who "heals the brokenhearted." (Psalm 147:3) My sincere condolences go out to the family.

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Memorial Events
for Hilary O'Neill

Nov

10

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Drake & Son Funeral Home

5303 North Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Nov

11

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Drake & Son Funeral Home

5303 North Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Nov

11

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Queen of Angels Church

2330 W. Sunnyside, Chicago, IL

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Drake & Son Funeral Home

5303 North Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

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