August 13, 1971 – October 10, 2024
OCRACOKE — Reginald E. O’Neal, Jr. of Ocracoke, NC, gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the age of 53. He passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his wife Kimberly M. O’Neal, friends, and his loving pups after a long, hard battle with serious health issues. “Rockin’ Regg” will be remembered as a quick-witted and fun-loving friend to all, a great son and brother, and a loving husband.
Reggie was born and raised on the island, where he fell in love with Kim in the late 1990s, and they married in 2003. He worked with the NCDOT-Ferry Division for 21 years before the onset of health issues forced him to end his career. When not working, Reggie loved spending time with friends and family, traveling, cruising on his motorcycle, and pulling for the Tarheels.
Reggie is survived by his incredible, loving, and supportive wife Kim, and their beloved fur babies Sheldon, Ridley, and Kybble of their island home. Also surviving are his parents, Reginald E. O’Neal, Sr. and Elva S. O’Neal, his sister Regina O’Neal Boor and husband Justin C. Boor, and his very special niece Kinsley M. Boor all of Ocracoke, NC, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at the Ocracoke United Methodist Church, 71 School Rd, Ocracoke, NC. The family will receive friends following the service. A private family graveside committal will be held in the Ocracoke Community Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Reggie may be made to the Ocracoke Health Center, the American Kidney Fund, or the American Heart Association.
Twiford Funeral Homes, Outer Banks is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.
