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James O'Neil
1935 2019

James O'Neil

July 17, 1935 — May 15, 2019

James "Ray" O'Neil, 83, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.

He was born on July 17, 1935 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Caroline (Rodgers) O'Neil. He worked for 50 years for P. Lorillard Tobacco Company/National Tobacco Company. Ray was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jerry M. O''Neil. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Joan F. O'Neil, daughter, Debbie R. Gaillard, daughter, Peggy S. Wathen, grandson, Josh (Vianca) Riley, granddaughter, Lauren Molohon, great grandson, Alex Riley.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Southwest Louisville Chapel, (10304 Dixie Hwy). His Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday, at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Southwest Louisville Chapel with burial to follow at Bethany Memorial Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Visitation

Tuesday, May 21, 2019

4:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40272

Service

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40272

Interment

Bethany Memorial Cemetery

Louisville, KY

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