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David John "Davo" O'NEILL

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Brian Darth Funeral Services limited

17 Nash Road Road

Stratford, Taranaki

David O'NEILL Obituary

Suddenly at home on Friday, 28th November 2025. Aged 63 years. Dearly loved husband of Janine, loved father and father-in-law of Sam and Debbie, Taryn and Martin, much loved G-pop of Hunter, loved son and son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. All messages to the O'Neill family can be sent C/- P O Box 218 Stratford 4352. A Service for Davo will be held at the Stratford War Memorial Centre, Miranda Street, Stratford on Thursday, the 4th of December 2025 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. For those unable to attend the service you may watch the live-stream at www.briandarthfunerals.co.nz


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Dec. 1, 2025.

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chris judkins

Earlier today

A great guy,great workmate,so sorry to hear of his passing.Chris Judkins,Waiheke Island.

Fi Mason

Earlier today

Lots of wonderful memories of Dave, Janine & Dave´s mum & dad at the Stratford Tavern. Dave was always a good buggar. Our deepest sympathies to the O´Neill whanau. From Fi & Rob Mason - Palmerston North

Tom O'Connor

Earlier today

Janine and family ... our thoughts are with you all. Cherish the memories of having Davo in your lives, he was a man who always looked on the bright side of life, and a very genuine person. Whom I valued very much as fellow worker and very good and valued friend. Tom & Ann

Hooper Family

Earlier today

Janine, Sam, Taryn and Family. We are sorry to hear of Dave's passing. You're in our thoughts.
-Much Love The Hooper Family

J Sullivan

Earlier today

To Janine,Sam,Taryn, Carey and Brian.
Our deepest sympathies to you on the passing of Davo.
We will all miss seeing his smiling face and his banter.
Thinking of you all at the terribly sad time.
Terry and Jannie

Clare Lyon

Earlier today

Dave's cheerful greetings and friendly chats, and zippy mowing of Dad's berm on his ride on mower were so appreciated by our father, Bernard Lyon.
He was always helpful, always happy to talk, a really good neighbour .
With sincere sympathy to you, Janine and all the family, for your very sad loss.
God bless him .
Maurice, Clare, Jane, Marcella, Bernadette and all the Lyon family .

Bev Mellow

Earlier today

To Janine and family and the O´Neill family. Thinking of you all at this sad time and sending our sympathy.
Bev Mellow and family

Raewyn Rooney

Earlier today

Janine, Sam and Debbie, Taryn and Martin, our deepest condolences for the loss of David. Such sad news. Love and hugs Chris and Raewyn Rooney

Jock COULSON

Earlier today

My sincere condolences to Janine and family. A great loss to us all.Always a smile and laughter sharing stories. Love Jock an Jen.

Michelle Hossack

Earlier today

Aww, condolences to you Janine and your family, a loyal family man, a great friend and boss, an all round good bugger. I'm sure there will be lots of stories/memories shared in the coming days, I hope they bring you comfort as you navigate your way through such a sad loss. RIL Davo. Michelle (rags little mate)

Phillip Madgwick

Earlier today

Condolences to his family and friends, top man, legendary welder!

Eltham Vets

Earlier today

Dear Pam, Sam & Debbie, Hunter, Condolences on your loss.
From the staff at Eltham Vet Service

Adrienne DEMPSEY

Earlier today

My beautiful Davo you have left us way too soon!! The memories I cherish will forever be with me, the laughs, the love your awesome smile. Until we meet again rest in piece my friend. Ade THE MAD AUNT.

Nick, Jessie, Bobby & Paul @ Reid Machining Hawera

Earlier today

We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to the O'Neill family. Dave O's banter and laughs we shared in the workshop will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.

Breanne, Craig, Poppy & Teddy

Earlier today

Sam, Debbie, Hunter and extended families. We are so sorry for this massive loss to you all. We are thinking of you and sending the biggest virtual hugs. x

Brad Childs

Earlier today

Sad to receive news about Dave Ogracious
Passing, my thoughts are with the family at this time

Murray & Laurel

Earlier today

Davo...longtime family friend of Murray and Laurel and the extended Reed family.
Gone way too soon leaving lots more fish to catch, beers to drink and stories left untold.

Yob, Stratford

Earlier today

Condolences Janine,and family on the loss of Davo, such a top bloke. Will be hugely missed
RIP ole mate

Jarad Mason

Earlier today

To Janine, Sam, Taryn, and Pam (Nana), sorry for your loss. RIP Davo.

Sharon

Earlier today

Pukengahu School class of '74. Dear Janine, Sam, Taryn, Brian, Carey and families - sending love to you all at this very sad time. Rest easy Davey.

Gavin & Irene Howells

Earlier today

So sorry to hear of David´s passing our thoughts are with you all

5 hours ago

Dearly loved brother and best mate of Carey & Mac (dec). Loved uncle of Lauren & Ash, and great-uncle Davo of Arlo and Luca.

Forever missed.

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