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John O'Donnell Obituary
AGE: 80 • New Castle
John J. O'Donnell, Sr. ("Jack"), age 80, of New Castle, DE, formally of Glenville, passed away on April 8, 2014. He was born on November 22, 1933, in Wilmington, DE, to the late Joseph and Lily ("Nellie"- née Walsh) O'Donnell, both of whom emigrated from county Donegal, Ireland.
Jack attended St. Paul's Catholic School and Wilmington High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and served in Japan. Jack worked at the Electric Hose and Rubber Company, Veteran's Hospital, and Wilmington Housing Authority. He was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, traveling, bowling, and live horse racing at Delaware Park.
Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 53 years, Teresa ("Terry "), his parents, sister Marie Raymond (Richard) and brother Joseph (Susan). He is survived by his four children, Tracey A. O'Donnell, Sharon L. Peacock (Anthony), Ann M. O'Donnell, and John J. O'Donnell, Jr. (Kathy), five grandchildren, Anthony and Stephanie Peacock, and Kaitlyn, Ryan, and Megan O'Donnell; four siblings, Patrick (Penny), James (Susan), Charles O'Donnell, and Helen Passmore (Robert), and many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to visitation on Friday, April 11, from 6-8 pm at MEALEY FUNERAL HOME at 2509 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, April 12, at 10 am at St. Matthew's Church at 901 E. Newport Pike, Wilmington. Interment will follow at All Saint's Cemetery, Wilmington. MealeyFuneralHomes.com (302) 652-5913
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Memories and Condolences
for John O'Donnell
April 14, 2014
May you find comfort in the many special memories that you shared with your father whom you loved so much.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Patty & Ray Hernan
susan valenti
April 12, 2014
Tracey, and family. I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I will keep you all in my prayers.
jim and linda rambo
April 12, 2014
Our sincere condolences on your loss. Jackie always had the big smile for everyone, even the younger guys like me! He was a strong person and fine brother to my friend, Jim. RIP, Jackie.
Donna Brown
April 12, 2014
John and Kathy, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Catherine Symonds
April 12, 2014
Our prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time.
Annette Hall
April 12, 2014
Tracey… please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved father. I know how much you loved him. The last couple of years have been hard on you, but what memories you have made with him. Your commitment to him will hopefully one day bring a small smile to you when you need it. I know that all of his children, relatives and friends will treasure the ‘moments' that he had in their lives and I know he carried those moments during his lifetime.
April 11, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Tracey, please stop by when you get a chance. Karin Rindal & Marc Kron
April 11, 2014
Sharon -
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your beloved father.
Debbie Sloniewski
Shawn Stephens
April 11, 2014
Sharon, our deepest sympathies at this time. May God faithfully comfort you in peace and strength as you grieve.
Kathy Petrus
April 10, 2014
Heartfelt condolences during this time. Your are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love and hugs from the Petrus Family
April 10, 2014
Ann,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Ron and Carol Ciarlo
Shakira Hung
April 10, 2014
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Pam Maniscalco
April 10, 2014
Sharon, My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. Please know that you and your family will be in my prayers at this difficult time.
April 10, 2014
Sharon, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.I pray that you will all find peace and comfort even in such difficult moments. Carren Getuba
Michael Vondra
April 10, 2014
To the O'Donnell family, my family and I want to share with you our heartfelt condolences and that we all have your father/grandfather/uncle in our prayers. In God's love, The Vondra's.
April 10, 2014
Ann, I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared with your father. My thoughts are with you during this sad time of loss.
April 10, 2014
Ann, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Denise D.
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