Obituary: Edward Joseph ONeill, 81, Of Hamden

HAMDEN, CT — (From Sisk Brothers Funeral Home): On November 12, 2022 Edward Joseph ONeill of Hamden, CT and Naples, FL passed away at the age of 81. His memory will be cherished by his beloved family; wife Harriet (Anderson) ONeill and his three children, Ryan & Kevin ONeill and Kerry Satchwell. He was a wonderful Father-In-Law to Kristin (Vizvary) ONeill and Mark Satchwell, and a loving Grandfather to James ONeill and Charlie Satchwell.

Edward was born in New Haven on July 21, 1941. He was the fourth of eight children born to the late Frank and Bridget (Reynolds) ONeill. He leaves behind his sisters Mary McKiernan, Patricia (David) Viglione, and Nancy (David) Hainsworth. He was predeceased by his brothers John (Joan) ONeill, Frank (Marie) ONeill, Thomas ONeill, and Danny (Susan) ONeill, as well as his brother-in-law William McKiernan. He was the proud uncle to many nieces and nephews.

After graduating from St. Mary’s High School in New Haven, Edward began his career at The Yale Computer Center, eventually becoming the Associate Director. While employed full time, he pursued his undergraduate degree at Southern Connecticut State University, attending classes in the evening after work. His Mentor, the late Yale University Professor John D. Thompson, encouraged Edward to apply to graduate school at Yale, where he went on to proudly earn his Master of Public Health. He was appointed to be the President of the Health Systems Agency of South Central Connecticut. He then joined The Hospital of St. Raphael as an Administrator, and ultimately became the Corporate Vice President of Regional Affairs. He went on to serve as the Executive Director of The Cardiothoracic and Vascular Group until his retirement from Healthcare in 1999.

Edward devoted his time outside of work to the service of others, volunteering for numerous charities and serving on a variety of boards. Among those he particularly cherished were The Shirley Frank Foundation, The St. Ann/Christian Union Soup Kitchen, and The Clelian Adult Day Center. He took great pride in his Irish heritage, serving for many years as a member of The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee. He was honored to serve as the Grand Marshall of the Parade in 1997. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, sense of humor, and his gifted storytelling.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Rita Church. FRIENDS ARE ASKED TO GO DIRECTLY TO CHURCH. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Calling hours are Friday from 4 - 8 p.m. in Sisk Brothers Funeral Home 3105 Whitney Ave. Hamden. In lieu of flowers contributions to CT. Hospice 100 Double Beach Rd. Branford, CT. 06405.

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