We remember Jim and Eve as active parishioners and community members.  Jim's love of the Marines never left him as he faithfully supported Toys for Tots at many, many Christmas's
Our son in law, Jim Trainor, worked for Jim for many years and threw a picnic -swim retirement party for Jim with many fellow associates attending.  He and Jim remained friends until Jims passing.

All nice memories of Eve and Jim!  May they RIP  

Ann Marie & Arthur Smith

Dear Eve,
Thinking of you on Jim's anniversary.  
We miss both of you at all the many Masses
 and events at St. Paul's.  The O'Neill's were
 such a presence in our parish.  Our thoughts
 and prayers also for you and your family.
 God Bless.

Ann Marie and Arthur Smith

I see that  my ITDS friends beat me to writing how important Jim was to us. Wow, so many nice and spot on words, mine will pale in comparison but no less heartfelt. My heart absolutely broke when I heard about Jim, or as he was often called, JVO. Loved him. Adored him. He hired me in the really early days of ITDS. My real first job. He asked me during that interview... “How do you think a cell phone works?” My head exploded. He told me, I listened wide eyed and this was the first of a million times I sat and listened to him passionately story tell / teach about a subject he help invent. I was front row to something amazing. That same day I learned he started his career climbing poles and that he was a Marine, he was married to Eve, an artist.   We were friends from that moment on, my first boss. He was never short on support and making sure I learned, really learned about the business we were in. He would take a red pen to my emails and “show me a better way to convey my thoughts”, lol. Too many words, just stick to the details. The white paper was covered in red when it was returned to me, ha. He was funny, super great sense of humor, respectful, jokes very often a little colorful but always the gentlemen. He had a great laugh where his face would explode and his smile would grin from ear to ear. Wonderful. Oh how we laughed during our ITDS days. We were all so young and insane but  Jim matured us and we kept him young, a great trade off. We all worked so hard but played and enjoyed each other just as much. Life long friendships. He frequently would call me a Jackass - lol.  That word became a term of endearment and part of my vernacular (and also my fellow ITDS co worker who I still work with to this day - Bill Butler) and props always given to JVO. He was the best and I am so glad that even though I was 20 minutes late to that interview back in 1992, he took a chance on me. Thanks JVO, you were one in a million..

I will certainly add to this most inadequate obituary, now that I know it has been published. But I wanted to take a moment immediately to thank everyone who has written such beautiful thoughts about my dear father, Jim O'Neill. In the meantime, here's a picture I took of my dad this past November, when he went to his last Marine Corps Birthday luncheon.



Jim was my boss, my mentor and a very close friend.  He was always there for me, helping me deal with life’s challenges, providing sound advice and giving me confidence.    I’m very grateful for his friendship and all the time we’ve spent together.

As recently as last month, while contemplating my next career move, I had a long talk with Jim.  He was as wonderful as ever, sharing life experiences with me and helping me navigate my next move. I’ve always admired Jim’s work ethic and energy, especially as he kept active long after his NYNEX Mobile retirement.  This conversation with him was all about that, and how I hope to follow in his footsteps.  I had no idea it would be our last chat, life can be funny that way.

I know Jim’s in the best place now, he so earned it.  I send all my love and prayers to Jim’s family and friends.

A faithful man, dedicated husband, loving father a strong Marine generous to his church and community.

I remember the first time I met Jim was when he was interviewing me for and ITDS job documenting the software.  My memories are fond of our time together at ITDS. Through the years we kept sporadic touch with each other.  My husband Al & I share extending our  deepest condolences to the family and pray that Jim is resting peacefully with our Lord.


I was extremely saddened to hear the news about my friend Jim. I had the pleasure of working with Jim at two separate companies and his experience and mentorship really helped me both professionally and personally. Living in the same town afforded me the luxury of staying in touch with Jim and his wife Eve even though its been many years since we worked together. Whether it was running into him at the local grocery store, or seeing him in church, or getting together for dinner or lunch,  I feel very fortunate for the time spent and really appreciated how generous he was with his insights and advice. He was a great man. My heartfelt condolences go out to the O’Neil family at this most difficult time.  And thank you Jim for your valued friendship. God bless you and may you RIP.

I have very fond memories of Jim.
I was young when we worked together and my view of the business world needed some adjusting.
He was the first at the company we worked at together to help you, not just get your work done, but to understand your job.
And that ALWAYS came within the context of 'it's just a job, it's not your life'.
He ALWAYS had a smile and a kind word.
My thoughts go out to his family.

I had the honor and privilege to work with Jim and become his friend from 1995 - 1999.  Jim was always a gentleman and helped me in many ways.  I could have never repaid Jim for all that he did for me and everyone that he met.  Business wise Jim was a respected leader and mentor to me and to many others.  He enjoyed life , friends and especially his family very much.
This world is a better place due to Jim's presence and influence.

My love, sympathy, and prayers go out to Jim's family and friends during this tough time. 

To Jim's family and close friends, 
I had the honor of meeting and working with Jim at ITDS for 8 years. I considered Jim to be my mentor, not only at ITDS, but as my career took me beyond ITDS. He had a true passion for sharing his knowledge and expertise to help us "younger" folks grow our careers.  He had a manner of treating everyone with such respect regardless of age. He had a genuine sense of gratitude about life. It was clear he wanted to share what he knew in hopes others could have that same gratitude.  And to his wife Eve, the words he spoke of you were always so loving, it seems you were his rock and provided that sense of home that every heart needs in life's journey.   
My deepest sympathy during this difficult time.  A life definitely worth celebrating, rest peacefully Jim, you will be missed.  Denise

OBITUARIO

James V. O'Neill

9 julio, 1930 – 6 abril, 2020

Michael J. Higgins Funeral Service Inc.

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