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Helen T. O'Neil

12/16/1925 - 01/09/2019

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Obituary For Helen T. O'Neil

Helen O'Neil died last Wednesday January 9, 2019 at St. Patrick's Manor in Framingham Mass of complications from late life illness. For 93 years she enjoyed a full, active, and happy life shared with family and many friends. She outlived all of her siblings… Eugene O'Neil, John O'Neil, Joseph O'Neil, Alice Carew, Catherine Curley, and Marie Doucette.

Her family grew up in Somerville, Mass in the Irish neighborhood that surrounded Bartlett St, where many friendships and memories were created. Helen spent much of her life in Rockland, Mass at Leisurewoods Park and was very active in activities there and with the Rockland Senior Center, where she made many friends. She worked for years at the Boston Pops, and for many years as a bookkeeper for the Wursthaus in Cambridge and at Wearguard in Norwell. Her passions were golf and bowling which she gave up only eight months before her death, cooking for family and friends, nights out at good restaurants, the Patriots and Red Sox, good jokes, and a good Manhattan. She was a determined and outgoing person with a wonderful sense of humor who fought for a full life to the end despite the illnesses she lived with. She leaves a legacy of love and inspiration with all who knew her.

"Auntie" Helen is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, many grandnieces and nephews, and several great grand nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday January 14, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street Rockland, MA. A Funeral Service will be held following visitation and burial will follow at Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Project Hope, 550 Dudley Street, Boston, MA 02119. It was her favorite charity.

Services

14 Jan

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
14 Jan

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
14 Jan

Burial

12:00 PM

Holy Family Cemetery 92 Centre Ave Rockland, MA Get Directions »
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  • 05/26/2021

    Chuck Slamin

    It was an honor to know Helen. Her kind heart, compassion and sense of humor will be missed by all.
    Among the many cherished memories spending time with Helen, I shall forever recall the little "soft shoe" we did in the halls of rehab just a few short months ago. Rest in peace, Helen. <3

  • 05/26/2021

    Pat & Harvey Smith

    Helen always brought Happiness into ones life she was always helpful and she loved life
    Helen was nice,kind,sweet lady who enjoyed people and
    And loved all her family and many friends.

  • 05/26/2021

    Gene & Suzanne Dolecki

    Helen was a wonderful lady - friendly, gregarious and full of spirit. -always welcoming and eager to share her story. We will miss her smile, wit and warmth. May God embrace her into eternal life.

  • 05/26/2021

    Nancy Roberts

    Auntie Helen, you have left a legacy of inspiration through your kindness and understanding to all, especially to me, your first and oldest niece. Nancy

  • 05/26/2021

    Maueen Lakeberg

    Auntie Helen was a dynamic, fun-loving and caring woman. I was proud to be one of her godchildren as well as her niece. She made a great impact in my life, especially as a person who was always there for her family and many, many friends. God has a new angel in heaven. God Bless You Auntie, you will always be a part of me that I will take wherever life leads me. I love you

  • 05/26/2021

    Donna Anderson

  • 05/26/2021

    Donna Anderson

  • 05/26/2021

    I'm extending my heartfelt condolences to the family. May you find peace in knowing that God Cares for you and will help you during these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7

  • 05/26/2021

    SF

    May the Grand Creator bless you and comfort you at this difficult time Ro15:13 sorry for lost

  • 05/26/2021

    Diane McCann

    Helen was a unique person. She was always ready for lunch and especially for lobster specials in the summer. She was a good friend to know and love. I'm going to miss her. Diane McCann

  • 05/26/2021

    Carole Butler

    Dear Family, It was an honor to be Auntie's chaplain and to have sat vigil with her and prayed. She was amazing as seen through the many stories from her nieces I met. There was a lot of love in her room. May Auntie stories put a smile on your face as you recall her memories and may her faith be a guide for us all. Blessings, Chaplain Carole Care Group Parmenter Hospice

  • 05/26/2021

    Kathy Stephan

    Helen and I made the trek to the Irish Village each year before Memorial Day. I loved coming East to spend time with her and hear her wonderful stories of her life. She was cherished by her friends and family and gave her all to both. Auntie Helen went straight to Heaven and is dancing the Irish Jig with loved ones.

  • 05/26/2021

    Barbara Sutton

    Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May reflecting on all the good times you've shared together help ease the pain that you feel. May the God of all comfort strengthen you during this time of sadness and His promise for the future bring you peace. (Hosea 13:14)

  • 05/26/2021

    Donna Gaspar

    O Helen I have been thinking of you for weeks.
    We lost touch after I no longer had my friend in Liesurewoods.
    I loved you so much, you were the essence of hospitality and generosity! You and Alice at my 60th
    Darling Johnny doing my hair . Having tea with you or a drink in your beautiful living room at Liesurewoods!
    My love and prayers to all your nieces - a true treasure you were. Rest in Joy and Laughter!

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