My sincere condolences. Pam, I am so shocked & so sorry to hear about Chris. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Mr. ONeill helped launch the Pittsburgh Regional Healthcare Initiative when he was still chairman of Alcoa and he rejoined the group after leaving his job as President Bushs Treasury secretary at the end of 2002. Sending you our deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one, Chris. The entire Trans-Siberian Orchestra family, past and present, is heartbroken to share the devastating news that Paul ONeill has passed away from chronic illness, the groups Facebook page announced. Going to be missed. 2023 by Memorial. Our. Sam asked me to send along his condolences. Search within r/Gymnastics. [Effects-heavy concert production] was always part of the vision for Trans-Siberian Orchestra, [and] the mixing classical with rock, which I obviously got from bands like Emerson, Lake and Palmer, he said. Paul O'Neill (born May 8, 1965) is an American gymnast most noted for his work on rings. Producer and songwriter had been suffering from "chronic illness". From the solitary weeks in the hotel while working in his Florida studio to jumping around on a pyro-filled stage, or flying around the country on no sleep aggravating his chronic spine problems after early life back surgery. You have precious memories of Chris which will help you cope in the days ahead. The court heard O'Neill, who retired from teaching in August, used chat logs to instruct adult abusers in the Philippines. May he rest in peace. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Chris your brother, brother-in-law and uncle. At the time of his death, Paul had two rock operas in various stages of completion, including Romanov: When Kings Must Whisper, about the 1917 Russian Revolution, and an expanded rewritten version of Gutter Ballet, both intended for Broadway. Shaun Smith QC, defending, said O'Neill had become addicted to commissioning the abuse, and "de-sensitised" to the damage he was causing. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Children sometimes are too young to understand what has happened. He left the government to join International Paper in New York City in 1977, where he served as president from 1985 to 1987. Whether it was chartering a private plane for the band following a show in Buffalo to play before two million people at the Brandenburg Gate on New Years Eve, to performing a never-before-seen or done concert at the Wacken Open Air Festival across two stages with TSO taking up both of them, playing simultaneously. Pam, Tyler and Samantha, there are vast regions of the country where it is not talked about, it is just not discussed. RIP Chris. I was deeply saddened to hear of my dear lifelong friend Chriss passing.. Our deepest sympathy to you all. I have known the ONeill family all of my life. Instead we welcome donations to help support hosting costs. Please know you all are in our thoughts at this very hard time. So sad! Rick, Moya and family, Do I exude something that makes him do this to me? During that time, when I tried to get a little more courage to stand up to it, he told me that if I told my mom and dad, he wouldnt coach me anymore. It is not a problem exclusive to gymnastics but because our sport is so popular we get a bad rap, said Julia Thompson Aretz, who owns two gyms in Minnesota and represents the womens national membership for the federation. Truly a gentle giant has left his mark. Pam, Tyler and Samantha. Mr. ONeill and his wife Nancy helped get the charity off the ground, Ms. Bernstein said. Joan and Libby Ingram. May your memories of him sustain you at this most difficult time. There had been new complaints from other gymnasts against the coach, although no charges had been filed. Now, the gymnast speaks freely. Club: U.S. Olympic Training Center Our thoughts and prayers are with you all-, Thinking of you and your family Paul was a friend, a dedicated public servant and a loyal Pittsburgher who leaves a remarkable legacy, said former Pennsylvania governor Tom Ridge. Despite Mr. ONeills professional accomplishments, family was always his priority, said his son. "In fact, he had a dark side to him which he kept concealed - he was obsessed with the sexual exploitation of pre-pubescent girls and enjoyed the sexual abuse and degradation of young girls.". So, very sorry to hear of the passing of Christian. I wont do that again despite the road rash he was ready to move on but that was Chris! Pam, Tyler and Sammy, Thinking of you all at this difficult time. We, along with many others, are thinking back to fun times we all had together. William Permenter was a health spa instructor when he was arrested for fondling a teen-age girl. So sorry for your loss our deepest condolences to the ONeill family at this time . We left the meeting late and drove all the way back home. Your email address will not be published. Chris was not only a good customer, but a very big part of off road recreation in NL. So sorry to learn of the passing of Chris. Sentencing O'Neill, Judge Gregory Dickinson said: "You demanded that these children should suffer pain and degradation. Please accept our sincerest of condolences. He told these coaches that he did not want to go back because his coach touched him all the time. Send flowers. Condolences to the the family you are all in our thoughts and prayers. During Mr. ONeills 13-year tenure at Alcoa, the number of lost work days per 100 employees fell to 0.2 from 1.86. Over the past six years, the federation has kicked out 11 coaches for sex abuse, the federation recently acknowledged. Paul founded TSO to be not just an idea but an ideal. Taking inspiration from the great novelists, history and world heroes, he combined that with his own flair for storytelling to put together one of the most successful touring bands of a generation. all spent together .As time passes things will get easier . "Some of these ghastly events you recorded, for repeat reviewing. He also pleaded guilty to making 3,416 indecent images of children between 2008 and 2016, and possessing a further 2,832 prohibited images when he was arrested in November last year. Paul O'Neill (born May 8, 1965) is an American gymnast most noted for his work on rings . Pam, Tyler and Sammy, To the ONeill family, our sincere condolences on the passing of Chris. The 100 Best Albums of 2022. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. But dont call her the GOAT, Elliott: Nathan Chens fire still burns thanks to his mother and others who inspire him, Elliott: U.S.-Canada Rivalry Series shows how womens hockey needs more support to flourish, Elliott: Cayla Barnes golden career finally skates home to SoCal in USA-Canada series, Elliott: My medals are my armor. Jordan Chiles persistence guides her pursuit of greatness. Xoxo, with my deepest sympathy to Pam Tyler and Samantha over your lose he was a good man and a good friend. The emotional game that goes on is so overwhelming, I felt guilty if I thought anything bad about my coach, he had done so much for me. Rip my Friend . And sexual deviants do not rehabilitate like other criminals. Paul. With popularity in gymnastics at an all-time high, such reported incidents are mercifully rare. There was such a large group of us Cornwall gang that spent many hours together growing up. Chris was a wonderful man who loved his family dearly. I have very fond memories of some of the good times we shared. Please accept our sincere condolences. Gymnastics Coaching is AD free. He thought he really did have a responsibility and really a duty to continue the legacy of what the big corporations had done in Pittsburgh, said his son. The coach explained that he had caught the child from falling during a skill, and his hand had slipped. I am sincerely sorry for our loss of Christian (Chris). Alcoas market value increased to $27.53 billion in 2000 from $3 billion in 1986, while net income increased to $1.48 billion from $200 million during the same period. Very heartfelt condolences to you all and I know Shelly is really to greet him with open arms! PAUL ONEILL OBITUARY Paul Michael ONeill, age 71, of Gowen and Green Valley, Arizona passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids with his wife. So sorry to hear of Chriss sudden passing. Now I talk with my son about this stuff all the time and tell my story to groups of children. Pam, Tyler and Samantha, thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace, My deepest condolences, so sorry for your loss. While all witnessed Pauls seemingly superhuman feats, but few witnessed afterward the physical toll these took on him. He attended Abraham Lincoln High School for two years and Aurora Central for one. He won the still rings event at the 1992 Winter Nationals, thus qualifying for the 1992 World Championships. So sorry to hear about Chris. To the ONeill Family. R I P Chris , fly high with the angels. Cherish all of your favourite moments and always keep him in your thoughts. Thoughts are with you. After college, he went on to compete internationally. I am at a loss for words on the sudden passing of a dear husband and father Tyler, Samantha and family. But I asked them, how much are you paying attention?. USA Gymnastics has authority only over its members, which includes about 11,100 coaches and 120,000 gymnasts at all levels. One day he spilled his banana bike going down Shaw Street. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The lessons that he learned about history and humanity he would continue to draw upon for inspiration for his entire life. A ninth coachs conviction for statutory rape of a 15-year-old was overturned, but he was still banned after an independent investigation by the federation determined that he had violated its code of ethics. Our thoughts are with you! Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences on Chriss passing.. He will be missed by many. College: University of New Mexico We require more physical hands-on for safety than in some other sports.. From our hearts to yours our deepest condolences ???? His father, a World War II veteran, had a strong work ethic. When they were starting out, Mr. Segel said Mr. ONeill made a point to give everyone a seat at the table, from hospital representatives from 40 different companies to insurance providers to journalists to the state Attorney General. We are currently fairly pleased that it is 11 coaches and not 400, but lets not be silly about it--you never know, said David Moskovitz, membership director for USA Gymnastics, which has grown 14% in the last year. I worked with Chris from 1987 until I moved away in 1991. The rock-opera aspect, which I love because it gives a third dimension, which I plagiarized from The Who.. Sending my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Paul O'Neill, the creative music mastermind who founded the progressive rock band Trans-Siberian Orchestra, died Wednesday, April 5, 2017. You Always made me laugh and feel safe! I was so embarrassed, I thought it was only happening to me, the gymnast said. He was cleared by the police. Jim Cooper/AP Update: A Florida medical examiner reported Trans-Siberian Orchestra founder Paul O'Neill died. You Always made me laugh and feel safe! May he Rest In Peace. O'Neill won the silver medal on still rings at the 1994 World Championships, becoming the first U.S. man to win a medal at the World Gymnastics Championships since 1979. Deepest condolences on the passing of Chris, I bought my first Volvo from him, a very nice guy Hugs! Pam, Tyler and Samantha Chris was such a genuine, kind person. Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts at this difficult time. Editors picks So sorry to hear of Chriss passing our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.. Condolences to the ONeill family, Chris was well liked by everyone. Many cherished ONeill memories you are in out hearts and thoughts. So sorry to hear of Chriss sudden passing. 36.7k members in the Gymnastics community. Mr. ONeill was so kind when I worked at Nissan. 2023 BBC. In some cases, coaches spend long hours with their students, travel with them and serve as surrogate parents. Godspeed Chris. Stay strong.. May he Rest In Peace. Chris was a wonderful man always holding a smile and kind to all he will surely be missed. We enjoyed a number of years at the track with the kids racing and camping. . My sincere condolences to you all. Hugs to you Pam. My, how our nation could have benefited from a strategic and driven corporate leader and public servant like Paul ONeill right now, he said. So if you werent already intimidated, you would be by the time you got there, he said in a 2014 Post-Gazette interview. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the difficult days ahead. Pam and familySo sorry to hear of Chris passing.condolences to all the family at this time. He was a kind and generous soul, always up for a bit of fun. He succumbed to his battle with cancer; his death is unrelated to the coronavirus. Paul O'Neill, the blunt-spoken former head of Alcoa Corp who was fired after two rocky years as President George W. Bush's Treasury secretary, died on Saturday at the age of 84, the Wall. He was born on May 18, 1947, in Lackawanna, NY, son of the late . By then he was 8 years old, and the coach was treated like a family member. Sherrin ONeill. was USA Gymnastics male athlete of the year in 1994. Dan, Gail McGettgian. A former teacher who paid men to abuse children as young as four in the Philippines while he watched online has been jailed for life. If he reapplies for membership, his file will be reopened, Moskovitz said. Xo, Our sincere condolences to family and friends. Sending our heartfelt condolences to you all at this very difficult time. So sorry to hear of your sudden loss, I know he wii be missed by all. I have a lot of fond memories and fun times with Chris. But . Although no words can help to ease your loss, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Will be missed for r sure and leaves a large hole with his larger than life personality. This gymnast retired at 19, even though he was considered one of the best in the country. Pam, Tyler, Samantha and family. Deepest condolences to the family and friends. Mr. ONeills 13-year career at Pittsburgh-based Alcoa Corp. became the stuff of legends after he made zero workplace injuries a company mantra. The Mandalorian Season Three Gets Off to a Disappointing Start Paul put his heart and soul into making the impossible possible. It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our cherished husband and father, Christian Paul ONeill, in his 60th year. Sending my sincere condolences to all of you during this sad and difficult time. Remember all the good times! We wish you strength and perseverance. Good Guy. They will help you get through the deep loss The ill will between Mr. ONeill and UPMC would fester until last year when he and former PNC Bank CEO Jim Rohr challenged UPMC trustees to individually express support for thethe institutions plan to restrict access to some UPMC hospitals and doctors for people with Highmark health insurance. to Pam& family Dayna and Robert Simmonds, So sorry for your loss , condolences to all of the family Rob and Liz Crosbie. But there were children who not only noticed, but told. I have many fond memories of growing up with him, spending time at Horsechops and Cornwall Avenue. We were a special group and were fortunate to share so many fond memories of our childhood. We will never forget his kindness and funny ways.???? Please report problems to our webmaster. Discreetly, he would slip his hand underneath the leotard of a 7-year-old girl. I am so sorry to hear of Chriss passing. on your tremendous loss . I remember when things slowed down with me, my coach just went on to the next kid, said the former national team gymnast, now 30. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your children at this very difficult time. To Pam and family and to Rick and family, so sorry hear of Chris passing, my deepest condolences. Just as with Ludwig, Pauls hearing was a grave concern as he suffered for over a decade with a painful, debilitating, incurable case of Menieres disease. We finished up one night with one kid leftover, because her mother was late picking her up. Sorry to hear of your loss. Stay strong and love deeply! In June 2019, Mr. ONeill was honored for his service to the nation with the Gerald R. Ford Medal for Distinguished Public Service. Bud& Sandra. Pam, Tyler and Samantha ONeill co-wrote Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24, which combined the yuletide staples God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen and Carol of the Bells, with Jon Oliva, the keyboardist and sometime lead singer for the metal band Savatage, for that bands 1995 album Dead Winter Dead. In the 80s, he became a major concert promoter in Japan for acts like Madonna and Sting, producing the first rock festivals in Japan. Many great memories, too many to count. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys at this difficult time. Sorry for your loss Tyler, my condolences. Paul O'Neill has been sentenced to life in prison, Nottingham Crown Court heard O'Neill paid thousands of pounds over several years to arrange abuse to satisfy his "fetishes" with virginity and incest. In an eighth case, a prominent coach was convicted of fondling his own children, not his gymnasts. I remember one day, when I was a junior in high school, I took the night off and didnt go to practice. Pam, Tyler and Sammy we are so sorry for your loss. Janice Pringle, a professor in the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy and a friend, colleague and coworker of Mr. ONeills, said he had three sides: First, he was an innovative leader who places safety first in industry; second, he was a provocateur who tried to challenge the status quo; lastly, some people, including Ms. Pringle, will remember him for championing the ideal that people can achieve a vision of constantly working toward perfection. Shocked and saddened with the loss of Chris,we had so many good times and adventures through the years. Boyd and Linda. The song has since been certified gold and has made appearances on Billboards rock and adult-contemporary charts in 1996, 1998, 2002 and 2004. Sincere condolences to the ONeill family. I was sadden to learn of Chris passing. So sorry to hear of your loss. Coughlan--who was not a member of USA Gymnastics--later pleaded guilty to six counts of child abuse involving three children--a gymnast and two soccer players. Sincere condolences. Read about our approach to external linking. He truly was a renaissance man, said Robin Bernstein, who had known Mr. ONeill for about 15 years and worked with him through the nonprofit organization Our Clubhouse. Thats all he said, and nobody else said anything. Hugs to you all. Take care of each other. Rick & the ONeill family. God Bless, Lew & Motee, (neighbourd at 61 Hanrahan cres). O'Neill, of Wroxham Drive, Wollaton Vale, enjoyed the financial imbalance between him and his victims, who were girls aged between four and 15. Sincerely Glen and Cindy Smith. 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The mother laments that she did not take her son out of the program earlier--Coughlan later admitted to fondling her son at least once a week. Pam, Tyler, Samantha and Rick and family, I was so sorry to hear of Chriss sudden passing. Edit this obituary. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Nancy, his son Paul Jr., of Sewickley, his daughter Patti, of Fairfax, Va., his daughter Margaret, of New Hampshire, his daughter Julie, of Sewickley, 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Required fields are marked *. May your memories keep him in your hearts forever , So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Very sorry for your loss.I grew up on Cornwall Crescent and spent a lot of time with Chris playing sports and just hanging around. In this conversation. The ONeills were an integral part of the Cornwall Crescent gang, and we all have fond memories of fun times growing up there. And in 2002, as Treasury secretary, Mr. ONeill joined rock star Bono on a tour of Africa for an up close view of poverty. He continued to teach physical education in elementary school until this year, when he retired. With deepest sympathy to the ONeill family on the untimely passing of Chris. Stay strong and take comfort from the many good memories you have from your many years together. 1992 World Championships Event Finalist, Hometown: Denver, Colo. He spent many hours working with our children at no expense because he had befriended the parents. It wasnt great investigative work on my part, said Brian ONeill, Permenters probation officer in Jacksonville, Fla., where the offense was committed. I have many fond memories of Chris growing up on Cornwall Ave and Crescent and many outings that our family spent at the Cape Broyle cabin . Although I hadnt seen him much over the years I thought about him often. My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. We were there, they told police. We all loved seeing him at the gate of the track and having a chat with him. Treasure all of your wonderful memories and know that he will always be with you in spirit. Paul O'Neill, the founder of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, has died at age 61. Wherever you may be my friend, Fill your boots, Pam, Tyler and Sammy. Patrick & I areSo sorry. Please know youre in my thoughts and prayers. Former USAG coach receives prison time less than 4 years after molestation charges. We knew you guys in the kennel club a long time ago. Donations in his memory can be made to the Janeway Childrens Hospital Foundation. Jim and Bev Piccott, So sorry to hear of Chriss passing. You really feel alone and embarrassed and there is no way to be 100% sure that you are not ruining the life of an innocent man, she said. View condolence Solidarity program. I am at a loss for words in expressing the sadness I felt for you, when I heard of Chriss passing. Sincere condolences to the family on Chris passing. 709-722-2730 Big hug In short, everything not expected of rock music at that point in time. O'Neill is the 1987, 1988, and 1989 NCAA Champion on still rings. His hobbies include singing in a band. Had the opportunity to talk to him at the track over the last couple of years. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. The 200 Greatest Singers of All Time Copyright USA Gymnastics. Pam, Tyler and Sammie I thought that nobody would care [about the molestation] as long as I was winning. Our condolences to Chriss family.we knew Chris and his family through Minor Hockey. Huge hugs Bill and Trish Dodd. You derived pleasure and satisfaction from seeing little girls being deflowered. Click PLAY or watch an interview on Facebook. Sincerely, Karen & Carl Noftle. He was a big proponent for keeping TSOs shows affordable and always giving back to the community. Sincere condolences. Bonny Vance-Murphy, Paul Murphy, I am so sorry to hear of Chriss passing Stay strong with your family. I got flustered and said to my friends, Lets go. . A 5-year-old girl at the Bethesda YMCA complained that Coughlan had fondled her as she sat on his lap during swim class. So sorry for your loss, sending our deepest condolences. But his sentencing was delayed more than a year after he was arrested in Bethesda, in part because charges surfaced of a sex offense in another county involving an elementary schoolchild. I send you strength . Doug and Joanne Lester, Our deepest condolences to Pamela, Tyler and Samantha. Tyler and family, so very sorry for your loss., we were shocked to hear about your dad. Paul O'NEILL (USA)'94 World championships in Brisbane - Rings final9.725Rank : 2nd Trans-Siberian Orchestra had several productions touring simultaneously, with him often jetting across America from one concert to the next. Under conditions of probation, abusers are ordered by the courts to stay away from children, but those orders are not always followed. Major: Physical Education I think that the solution to this problem lies in supervision and designing facilities where there are no closed spaces where people can be alone with the child, and that includes me, Peters said. Two of Pauls major influences were writers Charles Dickens and Oscar Wilde, the former for his own Christmas classics, the latter for the iambic pentameter he used for the narration in his shows (and the inspiration for his daughters name). Love and best wishes, Lorraine and Don, So sorry to hear of Chriss passing .Please accept our deepest condolences t0 you & all of your family.George. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. And after Fountain confessed to four counts of child abuse, they still couldnt understand it. Press J to jump to the feed. Have many fond memories of our younger Years growing up, even though he was younger he was a big part of our growing up and then in later in his life through his many Business Ventures. We remember Chris with that smile on his face and the wonderful person that he was in knowing him. We have fond memories of the times we spent with Chris over the years, one of them being Chris as best man at our wedding. Log In Sign Up. He was 29 years old at the time, but his maturity level was about 16 and I think thats why he related so well to the girls--they thought he hung the moon, the victims mother said. He always lightened the mood and was a joy to work with. May your memories be a comfort at this time. Your all in my thought. Send us a tip using our anonymous form. Although I havent seen Chris for many years I have many memories of him while growing up on Cornwall Crescent, him often playing street hockey with all the boys, including my brother. Our deepest condolences to you ,Moya , Richard and Haley. He will be greatly missed and always remembered. We were so sadden to hear the sudden passing of Chris. He was State Champion on rings in 1983. Predeceased by his parents Richard and Marion O'Neill, and father in-law Charles Noseworthy. The cause of death was not immediately . Louise ( Cameron) Tipple, Rick, In a 2006 study published in the Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety, Mr. ONeill and a hospital group led by physician Richard Shannon showed that a team-based approach to reducing bloodstream infections in an Allegheny General Hospital intensive care unit had lowered infections from 49 to six in a year and cut the number of deaths to one from 19. More than 500,000 children in this country participate at all levels of gymnastics, encouraged by parents for the gain in discipline, physical conditioning and, they hope, self-worth. Favorite Apparatus/Event: Still rings Please accept my sincere condolences. UPMC and Highmark later reached an agreement that allowed some members to use UPMC facilities, depending on their Highmark coverage and making co-payments. Thinking of you in your loss. While he was free, he tried to reach the victim several times, her mother said. Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube. He disliked Alcoas imposing Downtown headquarters with all these god-awful offices, including the CEO suite at the end of a long hallway on the 30th floor. . Update: A Florida medical examiner reported Trans-Siberian Orchestra founder Paul ONeill died from an accidental drug overdose, AP reports. To the ONeill family His name does not appear on the banned coaching list because his federation membership had lapsed. Kevin and I offer sincere condolences on the passing of Chris. He was State Champion on rings in 1983. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. RIP Chris. Membership provides such privileges as allowing coaches to participate in sanctioned meets, the most prestigious competitions in the country. Pam, Tyler, Samantha and Family . John "Jack" Paul O'Neill, 75 of Erie, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 8, 2023, surrounded by his family. O'Neill is married and has three children. So sorry to hear of your dads passing! May Chris Rest In Peace. We want to hear it. Quietly, USA Gymnastics, the federation that governs the sport, has begun expelling coaches, trying to stifle a problem before it victimizes more children. Pam, Tyler ,and Samantha. So sorry for your loss my condolences to the family. The rate of repeated offenses is high among child molesters, with one study estimating recidivism at 40%. May God strengthen and sustain you in your time of bereavement. He was a good person and always up for a laugh. Words cannot express the feeling of emptiness myself and Glen have felt since Chris passed. 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