In memory of

Maureen O'Neill

May 8, 1934 -  January 31, 2025

MAUREEN ELIZABETH O'NEILL
May 8th, 1934 - January 31st, 2025

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Maureen Elizabeth O'Neill on January 31st at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, aged 90 years. Predeceased by her husband James (Jimmy) O'Neill. Cherished mother of Doreen (O'Neill) (Greg) Pashkoff. She is dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her granddaughters Danielle (Leland Yip) Pashkoff and Vanessa (Alex Smith) Pashkoff. Granny to Kaiya, Lachlan, Violet and Cade. There was nothing that brought her more joy than her granddaughters and great grandchildren. Her granddaughters have fond memories with her as children playing in her lilac garden, picking and eating tomatoes and eating the icing off her coffee cakes. She always made them feel special!
Sister to Robby, Joey, Johnny, Walter all deceased and Doreen. She will be greatly missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She filled each of her years with energy and faced life with strength and resilience - as one friend said "She is a tough old bird". She is known for her love of gardening, a potato and Irish bread expert, committed knitter and a devoted Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune fan.
Mom has had many friends from many different circles all her life and those included the Ulster Accordion Band, The Sons and Daughters of Ireland Protestant Association and the 36th Ulster Association. Maureen had a special group of angels who watched and looked after her- this includes those who called her everyday for a wee chat and lots of jokes and laughter; a weekly Wednesday devoted visitor; a reminder phone call on Sundays for the Irish program; a weekly call from Ireland to catch up on all the news; a table mate who always helped her every day and Lucy is welcoming her Ethel with open arms. Mom also had friends at Chartwell Colonial who spent precious time with her. Her family would like to thank the Colonial team for taking such good care of Mom. We will all cherish the time we had with her. We love you Nan may the road rise to meet you.

In memory of Maureen and in lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario and Parkinson Canada. Thank you to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff at Lakeridge Oshawa Health and Dr. Watson her family doctor, for their care and support of Maureen.

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Susan Abramovitz 

Entered February 3, 2025

Doreen, Greg, Danielle, Vanessa & family. My sincerest condolences on the loss of Maureen. I know she will be missed by so many. Wishing you peace and comfort during this challenging time and may her memory be a blessing.
Susan

Steve Abramovitz 

Entered February 3, 2025 from Mississauga

Doreen, Greg, Danielle and Vanessa and all the grandchildren;
Kim and I were saddened to hear of your profound loss. We hope Maureen has eternal peace. May her memory be a blessing.
We are thinking of you all in your time of sadness.
Love Kim and Steve

Helen Taylor (Friend)

Entered February 3, 2025 from Toronto

Doreen and Greg, Vanessa and Daniele
Maureen was so active in the 36th Ulster and Sons and Daughters of Ireland.. Her laughter and quick wit always brought a smile to everyone around her.
I remember travelling home with Maureen and Jimmy from Ireland. It was great to have someone to chat with when I took a walk down the aisle. I was happy to give her family at the airport all the extra Tayto crisps I got from the Factory Tour in Tandragee .....too many for me to carry home
Maureen your Irish brothers and sisters who went before you are welcoming you now..
Love Helen Taylor
Sons and Daughters of Ireland PA

Dolores Kroupis (Niece)

Entered February 4, 2025 from Stouffville

To Doreen, Greg, Danielle, Vanessa and your families, a heartfelt goodbye to our lovely Aunt Maureen. I was so glad to see her Wednesday and have a chat about family and Ireland, the trailer in Lyndhurst, pets - Bam Bam, we covered a lot of ground She will always hold a special place in our heart.
Love the Kroupis Family

Vanessa (Granddaughter)

Entered February 4, 2025

Nan, so much of who I am is from you. From the love of gardening to the worries and the never sitting still. The love of baking and the cheeky sense of humour. You had the biggest heart and your love language was acts of service through and through- I don’t know many people who would accept a bag of potatoes left at their door to be turned into potato bread for another 😂
On sleepover mornings You made sure that D and I woke up to pancakes with our first letters and apple slices inside were always an option.
You always had fresh scones waiting for us and the Irish radio on way too loud.
Your phone never stopped ringing unless you were on it because you were always waiting to hear the latest craic. ☘️
You would take me to Hot Topic and buy me all the clothes you hate because you loved me more.
You were full of love and hard as nails. A farm girl through and through.
You were the smell of clothes on the line and potato bread.
You were “yellow hair and the purple coat”.
You were the small but mighty marching in the parade with your accordion and cap.
You were cardinals and blue jays and anything purple.
It is no coincidence my daughter is named after your favourite colour and Lachlan has his name from you as well💕

Thank you for all that you did for us and above anything else, thank you for waiting for me before you left to dance with the fairies.

I will never see or smell a purple lilac and think of anyone or anything other than you.

May the road always rise to meet you, Nan.

Forever yours,
Your cheeky wee pet

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