Mary J. O’Neill, 72, of Blue Springs, MO passed away Thursday, November 18, 2015 at Truman Medical Center Lakewood. Mary was born May 1, 1943 in Kansas City, MO to Martin and Frances (Schwartz) Myers. She graduated from Lillis High School in 1960. On June 19, 1965 she was united in marriage to James O’Neill and he survives of the home.
Mary was a manager in payroll at AT&T for 22 years. She was a member of St. John LaLande Catholic Church in Blue Springs. Mary enjoyed reading, and bowling. She loved being with family and grandchildren, and all sports. She was preceded in death by her parents, and a sister, Karen Harkness.
In addition to her husband, James, she is survived by her sons; Kevin O’Neill and wife Cathi of Blue Springs, MO, Brian O’Neil and wife Melissa of Oak Grove, MO, and Darren O’Neill of Harrisonville, MO; sisters, Frances Lehane of Lone Jack, MO, and Deanna Giessel of Nevada, MO; brother, Martin Myers and wife Bonnie of Warrensburg, MO; grandchildren, Kelsi O’Neill, Nathan O’Neill, Tyler O’Neill, Danielle O’Neill, Corey O’Neill and wife Becka, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation for Mary will be 9:30 to 11:00 am, Monday, November 23, 2015 at St. John LaLande Catholic Church, 801, SW R. D. Mize Road, Blue Springs, MO, with Mass of Christian Burial following at 11:00 am celebrated by Father Ron Elliott. Mary was afflicted with rheumatoid arthritis in her late 30’s and fought it until her passing. Contributions in memory of Mary may be made to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation. Memories of Mary and condolences for the family may be shared at www.meyersfuneralchapel.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Meyers Funeral chapel, Blue Springs, MO.
Rest in peace, Mary Jo. You’ve earned eternal life.
Such a wonderful lady, and a very dear friend. Shared many cigarettes with her.
Dear Aunt Mary,
I will miss you so. I just loved your sense of humor and how easy it was to be around you. I will never forget the camping trips we took or the fun times we spent in California. You made my childhood richer just for being in it. I am so proud of the men in your life and will pray for them. You are an incredible lady and were truly loved by all who knew you. I know you will be glad to see my dad. I love you and your family, Laura
So sorry. Went all thru grade school and part of high school together. Lots and lots of fond memories
So sorry to learn of Mary Jo’s passing 🙁 She , Sylvia and I were
buddies at AT&T many years ago 🙂 She always had a smile on her face and eager to talk about bowling 🙂 Know her family will miss her dearly, she was a lovely person. Chris Saferite
Rest In Peace, Mary Jo…prayers for James and for all the family. A Lillis High 1960 classmate.