Allen O'Neal
Visitation:
Monday January 3, 2022
9AM to 10:30AM
Location:
John Krtil Funeral Home
1297 1st Ave
New York, NY 10021
Burial:
Monday January 3, 2022
12PM
Calverton National Cemetery
210 Princeton Blvd
Calverton, NY 11933
ALLEN O’NEAL: A CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Allen O’Neal, 77, of New York, New York, passed away on December 25, 2021 after a valiant battle with Emphysema. We wish to thank New York Presbyterian Hospital for the expert medical care provided to Allen during his final days, as well as the compassion shown to Yvonne.
Allen was born on January 19, 1944, to Creola Dinkins in Asbury Park, New Jersey. After Allen graduated from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1963 and was honorably discharged in 1966. His rank was private E-2.
After serving in the U.S. Army, Allen became a licensed cosmetologist and was a hair stylist in New York and in 1970 moved to the Cayman Islands where he and his first wife had a hair salon business.
In 1974, Allen returned to the United States and joined the New York Board of Education, Police Division as a School Safety Officer. Allen was often recognized for his superior work ethic and committed service. He received a certificate of appreciation for outstanding service and contributions to the safety program. He was most proud to receive an honor plaque for 25 years of dedicated and loyal service to the NYPD. Allen retired after 30 years of committed service.
Allen and his first wife, Rose O’Neal, had two children: Mark and Brian.
In 1996, Allen married Yvonne Harrison O’Neal. Allen and Yvonne resided in New York City and remained married until his death.
Allen’s passion was playing the piano! He taught himself how to play and was quite proficient. He also was a news junkie that thrived on current and world news. For those who knew Allen, knew that he was a philosopher, astrologist, and a true communicator. Allen had a great sense of humor and loved making people laugh. He was an honorable man of great integrity and stood up for what he believed in.
Allen was predeceased by his mother and father, Creola and James, his Aunt Almetta and Uncle Given McClinton and Given Jr. and his Uncle Hardon.
Allen is survived by his beloved sons, Mark O’Neal and his wife, Jessica and his son Brian O’Neal and his wife, Tracey. Grandchildren: Alessandra, Christopher, Brianna and Canon. Great Grandchildren: Karmine and Klover. Cousins: Euleen Barron, Vivian McClinton, Francene Caroll, Sharon McDonald and Hardon Dinkins, Jr.
“Weep not for me or wish me back,
I am now free from my pain
In my Father’s arms I rest,
That’s where I long to be.
You watched me beside my bed,
Now I will watch for you and
When you reach the golden gate,
I’ll come and lead you through.”
Services will be held at Krtil Funeral Home in New York City on Monday, January 3, 2022 at 9:00 am – 10:30 am. Final resting place will be at Calverton National Cemetery, 210 Princeton Blvd Calverton, NY 11933 in Suffolk County, NY.
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Donna M. Hamilton, a beloved mother, was born on December 27, 1943 in Kansas City, MO and peacefully passed away in the early evening of October 31, 2025. Donna’s faith guided her outlook to motherhood and to life. Donna grew up throughout the state of Texas. After graduating high school, her family moved to Washington, D. C. She eventually met and later married Vernon Hamilton (1930-2014); they had three children. Donna enjoyed participating in her church's events, embroidery, watching Hallmark movies, and most of all being with her family and friends. She had a beautiful smile and a kind, friendly personality that was noticed by everyone. Donna retired from New York Presbyterian Hospital after working as a Physician’s Assistant for over 35 years. She worked in the ambulatory surgery and plastic surgery departments, but her passion was in plastic surgery. Donna was phenomenal and highly respected in her field and often would be called upon to help the student physicians. Donna is survived by her three children: Scott, Melody, and Todd, an older brother, John Scott, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her grandson, Hamilton, who lived nearby, was often at her apartment visiting, going to the store for her when it became too difficult, or trying to keep her spirit up. Donna was loving, kind, charming, and unforgettable. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her and she will continue to inspire us all. Two quotes that our mother always told us (and the grandchildren and great-grandchildren): “treat others the way you wanted to be treated” and “do not compare yourself to others because for always there will be greater and lesser persons than you.”