David Patrick O'Neill

David Patrick O’Neill, age 50, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away on December 27, 2025. Born on October 6, 1975, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, David lived a life marked by spiritual depth, compassion, and love.

David was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Gifted with a brilliant mind, he was endlessly inquisitive, with many varied interests. He was an avid drummer, sharp chess player, and a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. But above all, he was a student and teacher of spirituality.

David devoted his life to exploring spiritual truth and sharing it generously with others. As the author of Love Is Truth, he offered a perspective based on the perfection and non-dual nature of reality. His teachings were an expression of his deep, loving soul.

David’s final text to his brother Ryan reflects the wisdom he lived by: “Don’t worry. The future is perfect. The past is perfect. All is well. Just be.”

David is survived by his mother Elizabeth Gray O’Neill; father Michael O’Neill and stepmother Kim O’Neill; sister Ashley O’Neill Kleiderer and brother-in-law Karl Kleiderer; sister Megan O’Neill Scharf and brother-in-law Andrew Scharf; stepsister Kendra Rau Hendrix and brother-in-law Mark Hendrix; sister Kristen O’Neill Roach and brother-in-law Zach Roach; stepbrother Matt Rau and sister-in-law Madeleine Rau; brother Ryan O’Neill and sister-in-law Lili O’Neill; and his beloved nieces and nephews.

Though his physical presence is gone, his words, love, and light continue to guide and uplift all who knew him.

Arrangements are in the care of McEwen Funeral Service - Pineville Chapel located at 10500 Park Road, Charlotte, NC, 28210.

The family will be having a private gathering to celebrate David's life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to NAMI Charlotte at

1930 Abbott St # 403, Charlotte, NC 28203 (htttp://namicharlotte.org).