
Robert M. O'Neal
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Robert Maynard "Bob" O'Neal, 75, a lifelong Paragon resident, passed from this earthly life suddenly on Saturday, October 12th, 2019 at IU Health Morgan Hospital in Martinsville. Bob was born on September 5th, 1944 in Paragon to the late Ross and Lavonne "Bonnie" (Schaft) O'Neal.
He worked as a machine operator and truck driver for several construction companies including S&W and Bridgedeck in Indianapolis. Because of health problems, Bob has not been able to work for many years. He married the love of his life, Joyce Kay Beauchamp, on November 18th, 1961. Together they have enjoyed nearly 58 years of marriage. In his spare time, he enjoyed NASCAR racing, camping, bog fishing, and time spent with his family. He also enjoyed his dog, Peanut and his grand-dog, Spicy.
Bob leaves behind his loving family and friends including his wife, Joyce O'Neal of Paragon; son, Brian (wife, Jennifer) O'Neal of Greenwood; daughter, Robin Hovious of Paragon; brother, Marvin (wife, Judy) O'Neal of Martinsville; sister, Ginny (husband, Wendall) Brawley of Paragon; 8 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ross and Bonnie O'Neal; son, Michael O'Neal; son-in-law, Mike Hovious; brother, Bill O'Neal; and sister, Betty Clark.
Family and friends are invited to visit from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Sunday, October 20th, 2019 in the chapel at Neal & Summers Funeral and Cremation Center in Martinsville. A memorial service celebrating the life of Bob will begin at 3:00 pm at the funeral home. His earthly remains have been cremated and will later be laid to rest in Shultz Cemetery in Martinsville.
Online condolences and memories may be shared with the O'Neal family at www.nealandsummers.com.

