It is with a very heavy heart that we share the passing of Julie Doris O’Neill at the age 45. She fought a very brave fight against lung cancer for 6 months, but it finally caught up to her on Friday June 12th.
Julie was adopted into the O’Neill family at the age of one and raised in Helena. With blonde hair, blue eyes and a bubbly personality Julie brought a new energy and a whole lot of laughs to a family with three older boys. Julie grew up in Helena where she liked to swim, ride bikes, attend Y-Camp, and play with her friends on the west side of Helena. She also learned to sew, knit, cook and played in the Capital HS band. As a child, she also loved travelling to the family’s ranch in South Dakota where she learned to ride horses and care for animals. Her bubbly personality made her cowboy uncles laugh.
After high school, she moved to Oregon where she raised two boys – Matthew Neupauer and Timothy Helms — though Tim was actually born in Helena. Later, Julie moved back to Helena with her sons where they attended local schools. Julie worked for many years as a seamstress at Helena Industries. Julie really enjoyed sewing for a full time job and she continued to knit clothing in her spare time. But by far, her greatest passion and delight was raising and enjoying time with her two sons, who she loved profoundly.
Julie’s parents, Francis and Louise O’Neill, passed away before her. She is survived by: her two sons, Tim Helms and Matt Neupauer, and Matt’s wife Sireena; her three brothers: John Herrin, Dean O’Neill and Mark O’Neill; and her loving aunt, Doris Gylseth.
A service celebrating Julie’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. A reception will follow the service in the social hall of the funeral home. Graveside services will be at Forestvale Cemetery after the reception. If you wish to do something in her memory, the family asks that you support the St. Peter’s Cancer Hospice, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601 or the YMCA Camp Child, 1 Camp Child Way, Elliston, MT 59728. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Julie.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
12:00 pm
Tuesday June 30, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 North Montana Ave
Helena , Montana 59602
Reception
Following Celebration of life Service
Tuesday June 30, 2015
Social hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena , Mt 59602
Graveside Service
Following the Reception
Tuesday June 30, 2015
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena , Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
12:00 pm
Tuesday June 30, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 North Montana Ave
Helena , Montana 59602
Reception
Following Celebration of life Service
Tuesday June 30, 2015
Social hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena , Mt 59602
Graveside Service
Following the Reception
Tuesday June 30, 2015
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena , Montana 59602
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Bill & Sherri Roberts says
So sorry to hear about Julie – thoughts & prayers to the family. We were so lucky to have met this young lady. Bless you Julie…..
Carolina says
Matt and Sireena, I am so sorry and very sad about the loss of your mom. I am glad I got to meet her and spend some time with her. Love you both very much!
Patsy Oberweiser says
So sorry for the loss of Matt’s mom, we enjoyed the time she spent with us watching movies, and having her join our family last thanksgiving , she was a strong lady, happy we got to know her. Prayers coming your way Matt, Sireena and Timmy, May you find comfort knowing she is watching over you.
karri jones says
Julie was a wonderful women. We worked together and its not going to be the same without her. I want to tell her kids and family I’m sorry that they lost such a wonderful lady. I will always remember her. With thoughts and prayers Karri Jones and Edwin(Jr) ramirez
Crystal Bundy says
I was very saddened to hear of Julie’s passing. Although I only knew Julie for a short time, I was able to capture a glimpse of her beautiful, kindred spirit. Her love for her two sons Matt and Timmy shined deeply and showed greatly. Sending prayers to all who knew her.
Erv & Carol Kent says
We are sorry to hear of Julie’s passing. We remember her when she was young and we were neighbors. We met her after she had grown up and had a good visit with her. We know she will be sadly missed.
Debbie Kent says
As a former neighbor and babysitter to the O’Neill’s, I send my sincere condolences to Julie’s family. She was a beautiful baby girl who joined a wonderful family of three brothers; John, Dean, and Mark, and was a joy to be with. Although the years have gone by, I will always treasure the memory of her amazing smile and happy personality! Julie will always hold a special place in our heart.
Lynn Solomon says
I love this photo of Julie … that’s the Julie I thought of when I heard of her passing. Deep peace to her …
Christie Eden says
Sending thoughts and prayers to you from Washington State. I have great memories of Julie, as I grew up just a few doors down. I agree with Lynn – the photo definitely caputres the Julie I knew. So sorry for your loss.
Dori Olson Peltier says
I went to high school with Julie. She was always so bubbly and had such a beautiful smile. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts.
Heather Pennington Waters says
I have many fond memories growing up with Julie on the west side. I was so sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the happy memories help ease the sorrow.
Stephanie says
I am so sorry to hear about Julie, I was shocked when i found out, we lost touch over some time, but she was a great friend and honestly a great person. Good bye Julie it was amazing getting to know you.