Obituary of MARVEN O'NEIL

April 22, 1927 – April 3, 2020 On Friday, April 3 at Holy Family Home with his family at his side, Marven O’Neil passed away at the age of 92. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Nellie O’Neil, and his sister Carrie Stoski (Kasmir). Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 63 years Nellie, his two daughters Heather Ryczak (Michael), and Nancy Collins (Gordon), his grandchildren Christine, Steven (Jaylene), Catherine, and Jennifer (Matt), his great-grandchildren Sawyer and Mila, and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Marven married Nell in 1956 and raised a family in their home on Electa Street where they lived for 61 years. He had a strong work ethic as a dedicated employee for T. Eaton Company Limited for 49 years. After a long day at work, he would come home and continue to work in his yard. He loved flowers (particularly geraniums), grew the world’s best tomatoes, and he loved building birdhouses. Our grandpa was a master of all trades. He was an electrician, a plumber, a carpenter, a painter, and a gardener – there was nothing Grandpa could not do. He was always willing to lend a hand to help his family, neighbours, and friends. He was just a phone call away when anyone needed help. He was proud of his family’s accomplishments and always looked forward to family gatherings. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus at St. Joseph’s Ukrainian Catholic Church. His faith was important to him. The family thanks Holy Family Home, especially the staff on St. Michael’s Ward, for the wonderful compassion and love shown towards Marven. Grandpa thought he still worked at Eaton’s when living at Holy Family, and the staff would call him “Boss". Words cannot express our deepest gratitude for taking care of him when we couldn’t be there. Due to the current COVID-19 situation, a private family burial has taken place. A funeral service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to Holy Family Home - 165 Aberdeen Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2W 1T9 We love you more. Христос Воскрес! Christ is Risen!