[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 13 (Wednesday, February 9, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E192]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO HAROLD NICHOLAS O'NEIL

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                        HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 9, 2005

  Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, on November 28, 2004, the 
people of Danville, Illinois lost a beloved community member in Harold 
Nicholas O'Neil. Harold came to Danville at the age of 17 to attend 
high school where he was the captain of the track team and played 
football. He was also a sergeant in World War II as well as an engineer 
on the C&EI Railroad and L&N Railroad for 41 years. Harold founded 
O'Neil Brothers Construction along with his brother William O'Neil in 
1946.
  While his involvement in the bridge and road building business 
spanned nearly six decades Harold O'Neil will be remembered for more 
than his role as a trucking businessman. Harold was a lifetime member 
of the Danville Elks as well as the American Legion. He was a 
churchgoing man and a supporter and sponsor of youth athletics.
  In addition, Harold played a vital role in donating the River Bend 
Preserve to the Champaign Forest Preserve. In his 86 years, Harold 
O'Neil accomplished many great things.
  With his passing, Harold leaves three daughters and a community 
behind, but his contributions to the Danville area will be remembered 
for many years to come.

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