It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Onita O'Neal of Needham, Massachusetts, born in Moundville, Alabama, who passed away on August 27, 2023, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her son Eddie S. O'Neal; her parents, John Winston Flanagan and Bertha Lee Flanagan; her siblings, John Flanagan and Juanita Robertson; and her grandparents, Henry and Eva Lou Hall.

She is survived by : her children, Vallerie F. O'Neal-Thorpe of Roxbury, Nancye C. O'Neal of Chelsea, VT and Micheal D. O'Neal of Needham; her grandchildren, Christoher E. Thorpe and Lauren N. Thorpe-Reed; her great grandchild Zadia A. Thorpe; and also Eddie S. O'Neal. She is also survived by grandchildren and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Eaton Funeral Homes Inc

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August 31, 2023

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August 31, 2023

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“In loving memory of Onita O'Neal, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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September 1, 2023

Patrick Dempsey wrote a sympathy message

““Michael, my dear friend, nothing can take away the deep sorrow one faces when saying goodbye to their Birthmother!! Clearly, she was a loving mother and taught her children so very well!! We know in faith that Our Lord will warm her in His arms and bring His peace and love to her heart - Forever!!! May the Lord Jesus Christ rest in your heart on this day and forever, also. Your Friend, Pat””