On the afternoon of August 8, 2018, George Robert O’Neal passed away at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital in Bozeman, MT as a result of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. George was 56 years old and his wife of 32 years was by his side.
George was born June 4, 1962 in Denver, Colorado the sixth child and youngest son to Velma Fern and George “Ollie” O”Neal.
George married Christina Roberts on August 30, 1986 in the front yard of Christina’s grandparents’ home in Sugar City, Colorado.
George graduated high school on June 1, 1980 from Las Animas High School in Las Animas, Colorado. He attended Otero Junior College where he studied drafting and history. His favorite historical era was World War II as his father George Oliver “Ollie” O’Neal and stepfather Price Malone were both veterans of World War II. He loved spending time with his family and friends, watching movies and documentaries.
Over the years George worked as a delivery driver for several office supply and furniture companies until he became a stay at home dad when his third child was born.
George is survived by his wife of 32 years Christina A. O’Neal of White Sulphur Springs, MT; his children J.D. O’Neal born March 7, 1987 of Tampa, FL; Price R. O’Neal born November 26, 1991 of White Sulphur Springs, MT and George A. O’Neal born July 18, 1995 of White Sulphur Springs, MT. His Aunt Rosa Skinner of Denver, CO. His brother James F. O’Neal of Ordway, CO. One step-sister Vicki Row of Casper WY, Two sister-in-laws: Patty Darrah O’Neal of Las Animas, CO and Wendy Jewkes-Klien (Jeff) of Salt Lake City, UT; Two brother-in-laws: Michael Allen of Lamar, CO and David Roberts of Winter Garden, FL. His father-in-law Vern Roberts of White Sulphur Springs, MT, several nephews and one neice and Several cousins and lifetime friends.
George is preceeded in death by his Mother Velma Fern Malone, Father George Oliver O’Neal, Step-father Price Malone, Three sisters Karen L. O’Neal, Sharon A. Grey and Etta M. Allen. One brother John A. O’Neal. His mother-in-law Wendy H. Roberts and One step-sister Fran Haymaker.
Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of Flowers please make donations in George’s name to the American Lung Association for continued research for a cure of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.
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Angela Coffey says
We first met George when he and Bill worked together at the phone company in McKinney. He and Bill became instant friends and we spent many weekends at our apartment laughing and listening to his stories or playing at the park at midnight.
He was one of the nicest guys we’ve ever met and will be missed.
George A O'Neal says
For as little as he had in life, he never stopped caring and giving all his love to his kids. Words cannot begin to express how much we all will miss him. I’ll never forget the important lessons and memories he blessed me with, and I can only hope to be half as great of a man and he was, he was so strong and determined to fight to be with his family for even just one more day. I don’t know where you’ve ended up Dad, but I know you’ll always be in the hearts and memory of your loved ones. Thank you for raising me to be the man I am, and next time we meet, I’ll bring the beers.
Judy Hayes says
Our most sincere sympathy and condolences from the family of Rosa Skinner, George’s aunt in Colorado. George suffered a long time with his illnes, and we hope he is now at peace. George loved his wife and children uncnditionally. May the memory of George’s love bring comfort to his family.
Price R O'Neal says
Dad, you taught me how to do some amazing things with my hands, you taught me how to work on cars, helped me when I felt helpless picked me up when I needed it, always made me laugh with your silly voices and jokes I never wanted to admit how much I needed that. How much you helped me grow. Thank you for being my dad. I’ll miss you more than I’ll ever let on because I can’t bring myself to admit that you’re gone. I’d give anything to have one more day with you dad. I’ll do my best to take care of loose ends with mom. I’ll see you again dad someday, I’m looking forwards to all the new songs you’ve come up with for this situation.
AnnieB says
Grief can be so hard, but our cherished memories help us to cope. Hold tight to those memories. Lean on each other for support. And may you find comfort in God’s promise at Isaiah 41:10.