James passed away in Santa Rosa, July 24, 2013, at the age of 84. Medaled veteran of the Korean conflict and long-time transportation industry expert, Jim relocated from San Mateo County to Petaluma in 2006. The loving father of Connee O'Neill and Brian O'Neill, of Petaluma and the late Patrice O'Neill and Michael O'Neill. The cherished grandfather of Shannon O'Neill and Mike O'Neill; and father-in-law to Robyn, all residing in Weimar, CA. Dear brother of Thomas "Con" (Maureen) O'Neill of St. Helena. Jim is also survived by his close family in Ireland, the McKenna Family; with his dear relatives-the Parry family, O'Neill family, and the Kennedy family all residing in Sonoma Country.
A Rosary will be held on Friday, August 2, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 150 St. Joseph Way, Cotati, CA; with a memorial mass to immediately follow at 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children's Fund or the charity of your choice in his memory. Private Interment following week: Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Santa Rosa.