Obituary of Hershel Hugh O'Neal

HERSHEL HUGH O'NEAL, JR. Hugh went to be with the Lord December 7th, 2009 after a 10 month battle with lung Cancer. Hugh was born September 6, 1947 to Hershel Sr. and Helen O'Neal in Caney Kansas. After graduating from East Anchorage High school in 1966 he enlisted in the Army and served in the Vietnam War. After serving his country he earned a business degree and was in heavy equipment sales. He later got into road and highway reconstruction and partnered with his son to create West Coast Road Recycling. He retired as General Manager shortly before his death. He was blessed to have been surrounded by his family during Thanksgiving and especially loved the time he was able to spend with his dad and sister. His hobbies included golfing, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family. Hugh is survived by his children Rochelle, RoxAnna and Doug; father Hugh Sr; sisters Gail and Terri and grandchildren Justin, Miranda, Brian, Michael, Arin and Cameron. A military honors funeral will be held Friday January 15th at 10:30 a.m. followed by a gathering at Colwood golf course from 1p.m.-3p.m. Donations can be made in his name to the American Cancer Society or Providence Medical Foundation in lieu of flowers. To send condolences or to sign the online guestbook visit www.straubsfuneralhome.com.