Timothy Joseph O'Neill, had a big heart

Timothy Joseph O'Neill, 63, passed away peacefully at his home in Lewes Friday, Aug. 15, 2025. Born April 12, 1962, in Washington, D.C., he was the son of Joseph O'Neill and the late Ann O'Neill.

Timothy was a talented landscape artist and gifted cartoonist whose creativity and sense of humor brought joy to many. Known for his lifelong devotion to the Washington Redskins and his love of art, he blended visual storytelling with natural comedic flair, making him a recognizable and beloved figure in his community.

His love of animals was unmatched, especially cats. He even created his own “cat language,” and any dog lucky enough to spend time with him gained extra weight from his generous treats and attention. Though he was small in stature, a running joke he embraced, his heart was truly larger than life. Timothy delighted in making people laugh, whether it was through goofy faces, impromptu silly dances in public (much to the embarrassment of his kids), or his warm, quick wit that lit up any room.

He is survived by his son, Brian O'Neill; and daughter, Jaquelyn O'Neill, both of Lewes; daughter, Nicole O'Neill of Hampton, Va.; his granddaughter, Lilith Penelope Heron; his father, Joseph O'Neill; his sisters, Mary O'Neill-Wood (Joshua), Margaret "Peggy" O'Neill and Katie O'Neill; and countless cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ann O'Neill.

Timothy’s legacy of kindness, creativity and laughter lives on through his family and all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 21, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Hwy., Lewes. A visitation will take place at 10 a.m., Friday, Aug. 22, at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Timothy’s memory be made to Brandywine Valley SPCA, brandywinevalleyspca.org/donate, supporting the animals he dearly loved.

Visit Tim’s Life Memorial webpage at parsellfuneralhomes.com.