Errol George O'Meally Obituary (1959

Errol George OMeally was born on July 13, 1959 in Riversdale, St. Catherine, Jamaica West Indies to Christina Francis and David OMeally. He was the older son for his parents. Errol attended Haywood All Age School and Bog Walk High School in St. Catherine. After graduating from high school, he went into a training program to become a furniture maker. Errol was a brilliant Furniture Maker. His work could be seen on display in Stenneths Furniture Store in Linstead, St. Catherine. He was dedicated to his craft and took great pride in his work. Errol migrated to the United States in 1991 to join his siblings and father. He was the father of a son and a daughter. His dedication to the role of fatherhood was demonstrated after his son migrated to the US. He would sit with him nights on end to ensure he would excel academically. While living in Philadelphia he attended Lincoln Technical Institute where he became a Licensed Mechanic. He was employed at Pep Boys for many years. Errol utilized his furniture making skills and mechanical skills not only to earn a living but help others. He gave freely without expecting anything in return. He was a quiet, peaceful and gentle soul. On December 2, 2012, Errol suffered a traumatic brain injury. After spending six weeks in Albert Einstein Medical Center, he was transferred to York Nursing and Rehabilitation Center where he resided until his passing on October 2, 2014. His wife, Paulette, was extremely dedicated and instrumental in his care during his illness. It was a long and hard fight.Errol will be sorely missed by his loved ones and all those whose lives he has touch in his own unique way. He is survived by his mother Christina, wife Paulette; son Oshane, daughter Zulerha; step children Angel, Candine, Rochelle, Caniesha and Roger, sisters Nelleta, Sharon, Sandra, Eveth, Novlette, Janice, Claudia and Sherlene; brother Eaton; nieces, nephews, many relatives and dear friends. A viewing will be held beginning 10am on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at 11am,New Testament Church (6114 N. 20th Street Philadelphia 19138). Funeral services will begin at 11am. Burial will follow at Ivy Hill Cemetery. Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, PC. 2237-41 South Third St. Philadelphia PA - 19148 US (215) 334-1578