Gary Holden O’Neil of Inverhuron, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 20th, 2016, in his 87th year. Born on the O’Neil homestead in Oldcastle, Ontario on October 20, 1930 to Clyde and Mildred (née Holden) ONeil. An eternal optimist many referred to Gary as the happiest man they knew. His laugh and his humour was loud and infectious. He attended Kennedy Collegiate and was an active athlete. A big southpaw with a nasty slider he proved himself a winning pitcher and achieved media notoriety while playing AKO football. With a wife and small child he attended University of Windsor to achieve a business degree. His early career included Murphy Tobacco and Canadian Customs then went on to lengthy sales and management career in both Pharmaceuticals and Electronics. He was a hobbyist and filled his time with woodworking, barbershop, squash and jogging. Of all his joys his greatest love was his bride, Ida Louise ONeil (née Slack). Celebrating 65 years of marriage and 70 years a couple he still referred to her as his bride and missed no opportunity to profess his love. Gary is survived by his bride Ida, son Keith O’Neil, his favorite daughter-in-law Coral Milne, his two grandsons Spence and Reid and the most recent addition his grand-daughter in law Bre. He leave his daughter Martha Jane O’Neil (Marnie) many beloved nieces and nephews and a slew of dear friends many more like family and their children. Predeceased by his big brother Russel O’Neil who was a role model and best friend. Gary O’Neil was a man you remembered meeting. He left you feeling better about yourself and more than likely with a smile. His last summer was a magical one spent on his front porch in Inverhuron surrounded by family and friends expressing his love and gratitude for his life. His legacy is love and laughter. All is Well Dad……you will be missed eternally. A memorial service to celebrate Gary’s life will be held at the Anglican Church of the Messiah, 421 Russell Street, Kincardine on Saturday, November 26th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Rob Hiscox officiating. Memorial donation to Alzheimer Society or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.