of Little Rock, AR
April 5, 1934 - June 20, 2023
Kathleen Sue Callihan O'Neal, 89, passed away June 20, 2023 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born April 5, 1934 in Shawnee, OK, the middle child of Esther and Cal Callihan.
A life-long learner, Katie graduated high school in 1952 from Ada High School where she was class president. She earned degrees at William Woods University in Fulton, MO; East Central University in Ada, OK and the University of Oklahoma in Norman, OK. In 1954, she married Judge O.H. "Pat" O'Neal.
Katie had a 41-year career as a grade school teacher in schools in Tulsa, OK, and Alexandria, LA. She and Pat moved to Hot Springs Village, AR in 1994 where she was the voluntary art teacher at Jessieville Elementary School.
Katie was an avid reader. She especially liked biographies and historical books. She was a wonderful seamstress and made many of her children's and grandchild's clothes. She also enjoyed making quilts and always had some special project in the works.
Katie loved playing golf, bocce, pickleball and bridge. She was a master gardener. For several years she was the miniature train conductor at Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs, one of her favorite places.
She loved to travel around the world. One of her favorite memories was a 10-day Danube River cruise with her daughter, Rachel. Other memorable trips included London, Venezuela, Paris, Cannes and many more.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Pat O'Neal and her daughter, Jennifer O'Neal. She is survived by her daughter, Rachel O'Neal and her husband, Clark Feezell; her son, John O'Neal and his wife, Susan; her grandson, Calvin Chaney; her brother, John Callihan and his wife, Peggy and her sister, Mary Callihan.
The family would like to thank the staffs of Fox Ridge Senior Living, Briarwood Nursing Home and Arkansas Hospice.
A celebration of her life will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 24 at Mount Holly Cemetery in Little Rock. A reception will be held at the home of Rachel and Clark immediately after the service.
She touched the lives of many and will be remembered fondly by all who knew her. We will love her always.
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13 Condolence(s)
PamelaWilsonMHS82
Sunday, July 2, 2023
Hello, Rachel. I am not a member of FB, so I shall post a message here. I am your MHS classmate. I am thinking about you, your brother, your family. I am sorry for your loss. Your mom was so nice. I recall seeing her cycling on her bicycle through the neighborhood (Alexandria) also to and from the neighborhood school. I would be outside. She would always stop, smile, and chat.
She loved her family.
Donna Feezell Huff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Rachel, your Mom was certainly a product of her "depression era" generation; a rock strong constitution and a great spirit! What an inspiration she was. She will always be with you, as she is alive in your heart every day. Love and comfort to all.
Sharri Stewart
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Rachel, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. What a wonderful lady. Prayers sent up on your behalf. ðŸ™ðŸ»
Donna Feezell Huff
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Rachel, your mom was certainly a product of her "depression era" generation; a strong constitution, and a great spirit for life! What an inspiration she was. Mom is always with you, as she is alive in your heart everyday. Love to all.
Terry Rasco
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was clearly an excellent role model, and I’m glad you got to enjoy some travels together as adults.
Elissa Kuykendall
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
So sorry for the loss of your mother. May she rest in peace and may God give you the graces to travel this sad path
Jerry McLeod
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Rachel and John: Katy was a remarkable woman with remarkable children. I'm sending love and prayers your way to give you strength through this difficult time. Rest In Peace, Katy.
Cathy Browne
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
My heart is so sad for you. Your Mom sounded like an amazing woman. You were so very good to her, doing all you could to make her last few years comfortable.
You were a wonderful daughter to her.
Much love and strength to you. 💜
Ellis Widner
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Rachel, I wish you the comfort of good my, the support of family and friends. May the love that imbues everything fill you to overflowing. Peace , Ellis â¤ï¸â˜®ï¸ðŸ™
Lynda Dixon
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Rachel, I’m so very sorry. I will be keeping you close to my heart and in my prayers in the days ahead.
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Melissa Atkins
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
My heart is broken for you, my sweet friend. I'm sending you lots of love. 💜
Maria Walker
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Sending love and peace. I’m here for you.
Jan and Richard Weiss
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Rachel,
Richard and I are sending love and hugs. We know how very difficult this has been for you. We are keeping you in our hearts.
With love and prayers,
Jan