Agnes “Sista” O’Neal completed her earthly assignment on March 5, 2019, surrounded by love. She was born on September 3, 1957, to the late Beauguard and Josephine (nee Longmire) O’Neal of Ravenna, Ohio.

Agnes was preceded in death by her parents Beauguard and Josephine O’Neal and her siblings Beauguard O’Neal Jr and Lila O’Neal.

Agnes leaves to cherish her memory her beloved children Riajo (Jerome) O’Neal, Shawntay Loftin, and Rodney O’Neal. Her spoiled grandbabies Ra’Quel Loftin, Nduka (DJ) Awanna, and Nigel Loftin. Her honorary daughters LaToya Fields, Kayla (Freeman) Vickers, and Susan Fullem. Her siblings Laura McDaniels, Edith Dixon, Clara (Odell) Graham, Edward (Deborah) O’Neal, John (Val) Madgett and baby sister Nancy (Terry) Cooper. Honorary siblings Edna Stevens, Clarice, and Larry Isaac Scott. 5 Godchildren and a host of nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.

Agnes touched the hearts of many as a loving mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and foster parent. She was well known for her excellent cooking skills and family dinners which she extended an open invitation to any and all. Best of all Agnes will be remembered for her love of her children and grandchildren who affectionately called her Gaga. Agnes opened her heart and home to countless foster children whom she loved as her own.