James Larry O’Neal was born October 22, 1946 in Enville, TN the son of the late James Henry (J. H.) and Hermie Vires O’Neal.
Mr. O’Neal received diplomas from Adamsville High School and Davis County, Utah High School, having completed a three-year course of study through the Job Corps in five months. Before moving to New York, he was employed by Western Union in Memphis and Guardsmark Security Services in Nashville. After relocating to New York, Mr. O’Neal worked as a salesclerk for different stores and delivered furniture. Physical fitness and the study of science, medicine, military history, and criminal history were among his favorite pursuits.
Mr. O’Neal departed this life on December 2, 2024 in New York, NY at the age of 78 Years, 1 Month, 10 Days. He is survived by a brother, Gary O’Neal of Enville, TN and his extended family and friends.
In addition to his parents, Mr. O’Neal was preceded in death by a brother, Douglas A. O’Neal.
Memorials may be made to O’Neal Cemetery Fund.
