John James O’Neil
elevated FjgH9 February 9, 1931 ~ November 16, 2025
elevated FjgH9 Visitation
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 4 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated FjgH9 Funeral Mass
Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10:30 am
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated FjgH9 Click here to view the Funeral Mass
elevated FjgH9 Interment
Mount Hope Catholic Cemetery
305 Erskine Avenue in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
elevated FjgH9 Obituary
In loving memory we share with you the sad news of our loss. Peacefully on Sunday, November 16, 2025 in Unionville at age 94. Known for his faithful, kind and gentle heart, love of golf and music; especially opera. Beloved husband of Joan for 71 years. Loving father of Joe (Darry), Martin, Adele (Jason), Dan (Sharlene) Terence, Anne (Steve), John, Tim, Mary (Don).
elevated FjgH9 Cherished grandfather of Sean, Liam, Eoghan, Lilly, Nicole, Rachelle, Bradley, Michael, Kathleen, Emily, Mary, Nathan, Natasha, Xai-Sean Diamant and Terri-Anna Sapphire,Thomas, Stephannie, Joshua, Justine, Quinn, Dylan, Sylvie, Callum, Olivia, Zachary and Max. Great grandfather of Penelope, Griffin, Poppy, Bette, James, Marcus, Connor, Jaxson, Zoe, Olin, Indie, Payton, Blair, Benjamin, Hannah, Mia and Maeve.
elevated FjgH9 Dear brother to Gerry (Yvonne) and brother-in-law to Bernard, Teresa and Pat. (all pre-deceased).
elevated FjgH9 Longtime supporter of the Wellspring Cultural Foundation.
On behalf of Darry’s five sisters, please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mr. O’Neil. Your family are in our thoughts.
Heartfelt condolences to everyone. Although I only spent a handful of moments with John over the years, we always had such a lovely time chatting and I will always remember how warm and friendly he was.
I am so sorry for your loss, Our deepest sympathy and condolences. Sending you love and strength during this difficult time.
Sathursha & Ricardo Joseph
Joan, you and John were the ultimate duo. We are thinking of you and your family as you celebrate John’s beautiful life. He will live on in your hearts