James G. O'Neal

James G. O’Neal age 87 of Alcoa, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Ben Atchley Veteran Home. He retired after 30 years of service as a Swine Specialist at the UT Agricultural Campus. James enjoyed his family, first and foremost, followed by woodworking and fishing. He was a member at Maryville Church of Christ. Preceded in death by: Wife, Barbara O’Neal. Survivors include: Sons & Daughters-in-law, James O’Neal Jr. (Wendy) and Robert O’Neal (Angie); Daughter & Son-in-law, Trisha Buice (Danny); Grandchildren, Jessica Coppenger, Nathan O’Neal, Nicholas O’Neal, Brandon O’Neal, Riley Buice, and Robby Buice; Great-Grandchildren, Carson Coppenger and Harper Coppenger. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Tennessee School for the Deaf, 2725 Island Home Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37920. Family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, Friday at Smith West Chapel. Family will attend private graveside service with Minister Herb Byrd, Jr. officiating. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of James G. O'Neal please visit our Sympathy Store.