Donald W. O’Neal of Laurel passed away at his home on Jan. 19, 2025. He was born on Oct. 28, 1947 in Seaford to the late Russell and Nellie O’Neal. After attending high school, he enlisted in the military and proudly served his country in the United States Army. Donald owned and operated DOS Transportation for many years.
He is survived by his loving wife Lianhua Zhao; brother, John O’Neal and his wife Jutta; grandchildren, Georgia Calloway and her husband Caleb and Ryan O’Neal; great-grandson, Luka Calloway. In addition to his parents, Donald is preceded in death by his first wife, Corrine Rash O’Neal; son, Richard Allen O’Neal; brothers, Francis O’Neal and Kenneth O’Neal; as well as his sister, Shirley Hartman who passed away the same day as Donald.
A viewing was held on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home in Laurel. Pastor Brian Whaley officiated the funeral. Interment followed in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Laurel.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hsdfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home in Laurel.