Richard 'Rick' Shannon O'Neil, age 69, of Birdsview, Washington, passed away Friday, April 14, 2023, at home.  He was born September 23, 1953, in Kalispell, Montana to Jack and Geraldine (Bruno) O'Neil.

They moved to Big Lake and then to Sedro-Woolley where he attended school and graduated in 1971.  He served in the Army for 2 years, stationed in Hawaii. After coming home he started a 30-year career at Texaco Refinery as an operator.  He later went to work for PSE at their Fredonia Station for 7 more years.

Rick enjoyed fishing, hunting and always looked forward to elk camp each year.  His true love was his wife, Myra, she was his rock. The love he had for his kids, grandkids, great grandkids, siblings, cousins and lifelong friends will be greatly missed by all who loved him.  Its not goodbye, we will meet again.

Rick is survived by his wife, Myra; children, Jamie Whitlock, Kirin (Dan) Boggs, Ricky O'Neil, Kohl (Sarah) Nibarger, Ryan (Sarah) Nibarger and Sarah (Curtis) Petty; grandchildren, RieAnn, Emma, Hayden, David, McKenna, Bradley, Ethan, Blane, Lexi, Colbie, Max, Kaylee, Carter, Hazel, Allen and Callie Rick, born on April 14; great grandchildren, Archor and Ryder; siblings, Jackie Jo, Jerry (Jackie), Wendy, Shawn (Crystal) and Shelly; a favorite cousin, Peggy Hanson.

He was preceded in death by his parents; aunt, Ethel Ellingson.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00, Friday, June 16, 2023 at Bethany Covenant Church, Mount Vernon.  Share your memories of Rick and sign the online guest register.