In loving memory of

Renee Sandra O'Neill
April 7, 1957 - March 24, 2003

Renee Sandra ONeill, 45, of HC1, Box 339B, Marquette, died unexpectedly Monday morning at her home.

Renee was born on April 7, 1957 at Detroit. After meeting and falling with in love with her future husband, Dennis in Big Bay, they were married on May 23, 1992 at St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Marquette.

Renee was a loving wife and devoted mother. She had enjoyed spending time outdoors with her pet, Ginger; she loved the town of Big Bay and took great comfort in having her hand held by her husband, her son and all who were close to her.

She is the beloved wife of Dennis ONeill of Marquette; dear mother of Joe Manning and his fiance, Alicia June of Marquette; beloved daughter of Mary Louvett and her friend, Allen Harrall of Rochester Hills, MI and Edward (Arlene) DeMay of Madison Heights, MI; cherished sister of Dana (Jolie) DeMay of Big Bay and Karen (David) Bashaw of Fraser, MI; sister-in-law of LeAnn (John) Stindt of AuGres, MI and Jack (Janice) ONeill of Marquette; special daughter-in-law of Alwin ONeill of Marquette; devoted aunt to several nieces and nephews. Renee was preceded in death by a son, George Kennedy and her mother-in-law, Verna ONeill on February 21, 2003.

Friends may call at the Canale-Tonella Funeral Home on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. and on Friday at St. Pauls Episcopal Church from 9 to 10 a.m. Funeral services will be held in the church at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Mark Engle officiating. Burial will take place in Powell Township Cemetery in the spring.

Pallbearers will be Dan, Mark and John Stindt, Chad and John DeMay and Jon Peterson.

Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to direct them to Dennis ONeill, HC1, Box 339B, Marquette, MI 49855.

Tributes

Karen Zinski wrote on Apr 6, 2009:

"To Dennis and Family: My prayers are with you in this time of loss. May God Bless you through this and each day. Karen Zinski"

Bob & Marla Koehs wrote on Apr 6, 2009:

"Joe & Dennis... I am still in shock at reading Renee's obituary tonight. I know how much she so loved each of you, and how truly sad and shocked you both must be. Marla, my wife, and I share our sincere sympathy at the tragic loss of your Mom and Wife. Although I had not seen Renee lately, during my time as Superintendent of Schools in Big Bay, as well as during the time I assisted Renee with the suit against MSHS, I had always admired how she was willing to fight for you, Joe. And so often, she would say that she only wanted what was fair. Her untimely death seems so unfair. It is so important to believe, though we grieve her loss today, that love lives on forever in each memory and thought, and that it will never fade away. For in our hearts we know that Renee will be with us all, each day, in her own special way,from her place with God above. We wish you the strength and courage it will take to weather this sad, sad storm. God bless you both,your friends and other family members. Our deepest sympathy and love is with you all. Bob and Marla Koehs."

Sue Kennedy wrote on Apr 6, 2009:

"Dear Dennis & Joe, Although we do not know each other we are connected by Renee.She was a very important part of our lives and continued to be in our thoughts and prayers everyday. She was the Mother of our beloved Georgie. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. The Kennedy Family"

Steven Kennedy wrote on Apr 6, 2009:

"Dennis and Joe, Our prayers are with you and yours at this sad time. Renee was a very special person. She gave us Georgie even if he was here for a short time. God Bless you. Renee will be in our prayers. Steven"

Jackie Neldberg-DePetro wrote on Apr 6, 2009:

"Dear Dennis, My mom and dad just told me the news. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your wife sounded like a wonderful person. Just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts."

Terrlyn Wright wrote on Apr 6, 2009:

"I met Renee while a nurse in Dr. Olson's office in Harvey, several yrs ago. Meeting Renee, I was instantly fond of her sweet personality and smile. She was such a gentle person and well liked by everyone who was blessed to have met her! She will be missed. May God bless her family in their loss."

LeAnn Stindt wrote on Apr 6, 2009:

"Dear Dennis: I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Our lives will be forever changed but she will always be alive in our memories. Renee was truly a wonderful person and sister-in-law. Love you. LeAnn"