Ricky D. O'Neal

Ricky Dean O'Neal, 62, of Norlina, NC died Monday, May 10, 2021 at his home.

Born in Vance County, he was the son of the late Charlie Jack O'Neal and Nann ie Abbott O'Neal.

Mr. O'Neal was a member of Johnston Caswell # 10 Masonic Lodge A .F. and A .M. , Scottis h Rite of Newbern and Sudan Shrine Temple in Newbern .  He was a lifetime member of Sulphur Springs Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 2:00 p.m., at Sulphur Springs Baptist Church, conducted by the Rev. Frank Sossamon.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Surviving is his wife Vera Paynter O'Neal; one son, Rick O'Neal, one daughter, Miranda O'Neal; one brother, Scott O'Neal (Tammy).

The family will receive friends at the church Thursday, from 1:00-2:00 p.m.  All other times at his hom e.

Serving as pall bearers will be Dennis Smith, Verne Eatmon, Norman Dickerson, Herman Collier, David Choplin, and Dwight Short.

Due to COVID-19 concerns, those planning to attend the service, are asked to adhere to all CDC guidelines by wearing a face covering of some sort, and to practice social distan cing.

Arrangements are by Sossamon Funeral Home.  On line condolences may be made at www.sossamonfuneralhome.com.