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In Loving Memory
Toby "T.J." Ray O'Neal
5/29/1989 - 7/14/2010



Toby “T.J.” Ray O’Neal, age 21, died Wednesday, July 14, 2010 in an automobile accident.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, July 17, 2010 in the chapel of Belk Funeral Home with burial following in Grove Hill Cemetery.


Born May 29, 1989 in Myrtle Beach, he is the son of Toby Ray O’Neal, Sr. and Kimberly Keith Clanton.  T.J. was working as a machinist in Leland, NC at the time of his death.  He will be remembered as person who enjoyed life and was loved by everyone.


Surviving in addition to his father of Leland, NC and mother of Lake City, are sisters: Crystal O’neal of Leland, NC, Kimberly O. (Matthew) Turner of Patrick, Emily Freeman of Leland, NC, his step-mother, Annette O’Neal of Leland, NC, Grandparents, James and Tammie Keith of Society Hill, also, three nieces, four nephews, many aunts and uncles and a special friend, Hannah Bell.


He was preceded in death by grandparents, Jeanette Funderburk, Tommy L. O’Neal and Betty Keith.


Visitation will from 6-8 Friday evening at Belk funeral Home and other times at the home of Wade and Diane O’Neal, 418 Redwood St, Darlington.


Online Condolences
From: Amie Duvall and Chad Brown   Leland
Relationship:  Friend

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. With love and hugs, Amie and Chad
Sent:  7/15/2010
From: Beth Sturgeon Henson   Darlington
Relationship:  friend

Toby, My heart is saddened by your family's sudden loss. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Beth
Sent:  7/15/2010
From: Bob Hudson   Phenix City Al.
Relationship:  Friend / Co-worker

Toby was a great friend and co-worker. We spent a lot of time on a job in Prattville and that is where I had the pleasure of getting to know him. He will be missed greatly and remembered always.
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: Cherl Keith-Newton   Cheraw
Relationship:  Family/Friend

Dear Kim & girls! I cannot tell you how sorry I am. No words will ever seem like the right ones. You guys are in my prayers and thoughts.
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: Justin Muse   Myrtle Beach
Relationship:  Family Friend

Time was to short for this loss, I am so sorry this happened. T.J. will always be that little brother that i never had, i loved him more then words could ever describe. T.J.'s loss will not be forgotten. He will always be missed but never forgotten, ever! T.J. I love you bro, and yes we all know that you are in a better place, but we all know it was too soon. Toby Sr. you, Kimberly and Crystal and the rest of the family are in my prayers and thoughts. I love you all!
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: charleen porter   wilmington, nc
Relationship:  teacher

He came back to the school - gave me a thank you hug and I appreciated that more than he'll know. He did his best at everything and never lost the fun. He touched my life.
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: Dorothy & Rex Clark   Wilmington
Relationship:  Friends of Family

Toby, Annette, Kim & Families, Just wanted you to know our hearts go out to you and that we are praying for peace and comfort for all of you. T.J. will be missed by so many. Praying for all of you. Love, Dorothy & Rex
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: Judy Norwood Knight   Hartsville, SC 29550
Relationship:  Cousin

Toby and girls I am so sorry. The whole family over here in Hartsville is praying for you. May the Lord give you strength to endure this heartbreaking time. T.J.'s empty chair at our family gatherings will always remind us that his time with us was so fleeting. It will serve as a reminder that our time with family is precious and priceless. We should treasure every moment. God bless. Love you Judy and the Hartsville Clan
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: june strickland   leland
Relationship:  friend

Annette(HUZ) and Toby my thoughts and prayers are with you! May God Bless and Keep You If u need anythig call me 616-2671 if u cant get me annette you know where my son works
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: Mr. & Mrs. Johnny Carter   Seven Springs,N.C.
Relationship:  Jonathon Carter's Mom & Dad

"Jonathon was and will forever be thankful for your friendship Toby". You definately made an impression on everyone you met!! Johnny & myself only spoke with you a few times but we could tell right away that you had such a love for life. Our purpose in life is to change the lives of others and I know you have changed several in your short time here. May you be present with the Heavenly Father now and may your family find peace in that. Please accept our sympathy and prayers, The Carter Family The Carter Family
Sent:  7/16/2010
From: Ashley Combs   Leland
Relationship:  Friend

I can't beleave this happened to him, I remember when we used to play together on Green Loop,we used to walk up and down Green loop. You will be missed!! Sry this happened.
Sent:  7/17/2010
From: Mary Rogers Ridgeway   Hartsville,SC
Relationship:  High school friend of Toby's

Dear Toby, Beth Sturgeon Hinson let me know of your death of your son and I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I cannot imagine your grief. I know it is no consilation but rejoice in the life your were given for such a short time. From the other messages he sounds like a wonderful young man who touched many lives. Afterall, all we can hope for is to know wonderful people such as TJ in this crazy and tough world. I am thinking of you and your family. Sincerely, Mary Rogers Ridgeway
Sent:  7/26/2010

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