Barbara E. O’Neal, born on Sept. 17, 1946, in Lebanon, PA, passed away peacefully on Feb. 11, 2026, at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital. She was a beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.
Barbara’s journey through life began in Rexmont, where she was raised in a family as the youngest of nine, which instilled in her the values of love and togetherness. She graduated from Lebanon High School in 1964. In October 1965, she started 60 years of marriage with Floyd I. O’Neal. As an Airman’s wife, she traveled the U.S. for four years, settled in North Lebanon Township for the majority of her life, and raised three children.
She is survived by her husband, Floyd: children, Peggy O’Neal, of Annville, Steven O’Neal (Jessica Hoenich), of Lebanon, and Michael O’Neal (Melissa Rohland), of Pine Grove; grandchildren, Kyle O’Neal, Clay O’Neal, David Feliciano, Grayson O’Neal, Myla O’Neal, and Kade O’Neal; sisters, Christine (Teenie) Werni and Judy Yantz (DaleYantz); and sister-in-law, Marie O’Neal.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mabel (Demler) and Lester Whitman, of Rexmont; and siblings, Helen Arnold, Joanne Reed, Richard Whitman, Lester (Bud) Whitman Jr., Donald Whitman, and Ruth Yingst.
Barbara’s passion for baking was known to all, especially during the holidays and family gatherings. These moments were precious to her, embodying her love for family and tradition. She enjoyed travel, cruises, and the sounds of slots with friends and family. Barbara worked in several jobs over her career, but they all included seeing different people on a daily basis: in sales as a window representative, as a bank teller, as a North Lebanon Township tax collector, and a Lebanon County courthouse treasurer clerk, from where she retired.
Barbara O’Neal leaves behind a legacy of love, commitment to family, and special memories.
A private committal service will be held at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with family and friends.
Snyder Bean is entrusted with arrangements, and online condolences may be made at www.snyderbeanfuneralhome.com.
