Marilyn O'Neel
January 29, 2020
Marilyn O’Neel
Des Moines
Marilyn O’Neel, 87, passed away January 29, 2020 at Scottish Rite Park.
Marilyn was born May 28, 1932 in Des Moines to Hubert and Opal Farr. She worked as a pharmacy technician for many years. Marilyn enjoyed reading fiction and spending time with family. Marilyn’s greatest joy in life was looking after others. She kept a meticulous home for her husband, four sons and extended family and friends.
Marilyn was a selfless person who never missed a soccer game, recital, or play. She supported her children and grand children in anything they did.
Marilyn is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Jack; sons, Brian, Barry, Dennis (Tracy) and Cory; grandchildren, Shannon, Lindsey, Kate, Luke and Elizabeth; as well as four great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Dixie Barton; and daughter-in-law, Ruth O’Neel.
The family will greet friends Friday, February 7, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street followed by a graveside service at 1 p.m. at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Park Avenue Presbyterian Church.
Condolences may be directed to www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Frank and Sue Morano
02/07/2020
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you Jack and family, Marilyn will be truly missed.
Lori Nixon
02/04/2020
My deepest sympathies to the O'Neel Family. Marilyn was alway there for the girls. She was a wonderful person who would do anything for her family.
Lindsey ONeel
01/31/2020
Love you, Grandma. I always knew when visiting your house that I was safe and loved and I will always appreciate that.
Teresa Russo Dyer
01/31/2020
My sincere condolences for the O'Neel family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She was a great lady. She was one of the best neighbors and was a great friend to my mom. She will be missed and we will keep the memories close to our heart.