Charles O'Neil

KENT O'NEIL IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Charles Kent O’Neil, 61, of Idaho Falls, passed away April 9, 2005, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center of natural causes. He was born November 2, 1943, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Thomas LeRoy O'Neil and Wanda Marie Fisher O'Neil. He grew up and attended schools in Idaho Falls, graduating from Idaho Falls High School. He also attended the University of Idaho. He married Billie Ann Evens (Evensiosky) September 24, 1962, in Moscow, Idaho. They made their home in Idaho Falls, where they owned and operated Billie's Bar & Grill from 1995 to 2004. He worked as a cook at the Westbank for 25 years, and was a musician at the Matador Lounge for 10 years and in various other places. He enjoyed motor cycling, painting, music, and digital artwork. Surviving are: His Wife: Billie Ann O’Neil, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Thomas Blaine (Dee) O’Neil, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Charles Wayne (Trina) O’Neil, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Sandi Lea (Wayne) Roberts, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Allyson R. Layton, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Mike Ferguson, Idaho Falls, ID Grandson: Josh O'Neil 13 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Ralph O’Neil and Brent O’Neil. The family will visit with friends Saturday, April 16, 2005, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the O’Neil Home, 645 “J” Street, Idaho Falls, ID 83402. Arrangements are under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ------------------------------------------------------ Condolences sent online: Steve Webster 1tcb@walla.com Kent was one of the best friends I have had. We rode many years together on our Harleys, going to motorcycle runs and parties. We had lots of fun together and I think of him quite often. It's hard to think he is even gone. I hear certain songs and think of Kent when he use to play at The Matador Lounge. Sure had some good times.