It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we must share the passing of John Leslie O’Neal. Age 60 of Fenton MO, passed away on Wednesday August 15th 2018. John was born in Arcadia, California but resided in St. Louis for most of his life.

John went to school at Piney Point, Maryland for 6 months to learn how to be a Merchant Marine. John loved working on the boats and barges. He loved being on the river in general. Unfortunately, that was when he was badly injured. The injury had done such bad damage in his back that he could no longer work. His time on the river had ended. John has been disabled ever since and has undergone several surgeries to try to correct the pain. That didn’t stop John from living a full life. He made the best of it and kept himself busy with his wife and 3 children. All that know John will tell you how funny he was and that he could tell the best stories. He was very smart, and he loved History and music the most.

John’s parting has left a severe hole in the family. He will be greatly cherished and missed always.

He is survived by his loving wife Jackie O’Neal, his two daughters Jamie O’Neal, Jeana Elliott and his son Jake O’Neal. Mother Joyce Mcdowell. His 2 grandsons Samuel Kratovil and Timothy Ray Elliott III. His sisters Melanie, Theresa, Toni, and Robin.