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John O'Neill Obituary

O'Neill, John "Jack"

John "Jack" O'Neill, 88, of Sodus, MI passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024.

Jack was born June 1, 1935 in Chicago, IL to Morgan & Margaret "Peggy" (Kneafsey) O'Neill. On June 30, 1962, he married Renee Ann Bachorz. Jack was dedicated to his future through education. He graduated from Loyola University and continued to a J.D. from John Marshall Law School. He owned and operated Martino Paper and Envelope Company in Chicago, IL for 44 years. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, a delicious meal, and attending his grandchildren's many activities.

Jack is survived by his children Ann (Bryan) Foster, John (Lisa) O'Neill, Chris O'Neill, Renee (Ryan) Kelly and Jeanette (Mark) Postelli; grandchildren Jack and Tom Foster, Katharine, William and Kevin O'Neill, Peggy and Daniel O'Neill, Tyler, Trevor, John and Elizabeth Kelly and Morgan, Meghan and Helen Postelli; and sister Theresa "Mickey" Clark.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, wife and brothers Stanley and Joseph O'Neill.

Arrangements are entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chaple and Cremation Service. A celebration of life will be held on March 22, 2024 at Inn of Harbor Shores from 4pm-9pm. Memorials may be made to Brianna Decker Fund @USAhockeyfoundation.com Those wishing to share a memory of Jack online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 4, 2024.

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