Francema Wray Elliott O'Neal, 88, transitioned Thursday, August 13, 2026 at her residence.
Viewing hours are Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Oscarโs Mortuary. The Viewing will resume at 11:00 AM Saturday at Mt. Calvary M.B. Church 509 Carroll St., New Bern, NC.
Her Funeral Service is Noon, Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Mt. Calvary Church.
Viewing will be held from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Sunday, August 23, 2026 at Mitchell Funeral Care and Cremations, 609 Hull Dr, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
The Interment is 10:00 AM, Monday, August 24, 2026 at West Lawn Cemetery, 1909 West Main St., Elizabeth City, NC.
She is survived by her husband, Calvin O'Neal, of the home; son, Keith O'Neal, Lindenhurst, ILL; daughters, Charlotte L. O'Neal, Suitland, MD., Sharon O. Flowers, Accokeek, MD and Angela O. Anderson, Wake Forest, NC; brother, Clifton H. Elliott (Authurlyn),Elizabeth City, NC; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
The service may be viewed on Oscarโs Mortuary Facebook Page.
Ocean Devotion was sent for Francema Wray O'Neal - August 20, 2026
Dear Angela and Family, I pray that sweet memories of your beautiful mom will fill your spirit and bring you peace and comfort. My heart & love are with you all.
Your sister in Christ, Christie Smith
Sweet Moments was sent for Francema Wray O'Neal - August 17, 2026
We were so saddened to hear of the passing of your mother, Mrs Francema. May the memories of her love bring you comfort in the days ahead. We're holding you close in our thoughts. With love, FMI.
'"THE APOSTLE PAUL SAID, ABSENT FROM THE BODY, PRESENT WITH THE LORD!" "EARTH HAVE NO SORROW THAT,HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL, AAMEN." โค๏ธ ๐
"O'Neal"(Angela), my dear sister and classmate, you and your entire family have my deepest condolences during this time of sorrow. I pray that God provides comfort through the precious memories you shared. Ike, NBSHS '79
Calvin, I am sorry to learn of the transitioning of your wife, Fran. I first met Fran when she worked at Wachovia Bank. She was always had a beautiful smile and she was extremely professional. She made me proud. Please accept my sincere condolences.
To: Calvin & Family - - Offering, Our sincerest condolences with God's Blessings. Love Y'all Much, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!! Also Including, Eugene Carpenter (Barbara's Brother)!
To our Sorority Sisters, Charlott & Sharon,
We are praying for you and your family as you celebrate the beautiful life and legacy of your beloved mother. May God surround you with His peace, strengthen you in the days ahead, and comfort your hearts with precious memories.
We offer a special prayer for your father. May the Lord grant him a double portion of strength, comfort, and sustaining grace after the many years of loving and faithfully caring for his beloved wife.
"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." โ Psalm 46:1
With heartfelt love, prayers, and sisterly support. ๐บโค๏ธ Your Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Sister
Rev. Dr. Trudy Whitaker Huff
Dear Cliff, Charlotte, Angela and Sharon,
Sorry for your loss Francema was such a kind and loving person. I will always remember our fun time together when she visited me when I was stationed at Seymour Johnson AFB in Goldsboro, NC.
I loved her very much. She will truly be missed. She was my mom's favorite niece and Cliff was her favorite nephew.
With Lots of Love, Rhonda Fleming Billingsley
Condolences Calvin to you& your family.Rose Kornegay& family
With Love, Charlotte โค๏ธ
Dear Charlotte, from all of us in the Class of 1975, we want you to know that our hearts are with you as you mourn the passing of your beloved mother. Losing a mother leaves a space in our hearts that can never truly be filled, but the love, memories, and moments you shared with her will remain with you forever.
Please know that you are surrounded by love and that your classmates are thinking of you, praying for you, and standing with you during this difficult time. May God wrap His loving arms around you and your family and give you peace, comfort, and strength.
With heartfelt love and sympathy, Your Classmates โ Class of 1975 โค๏ธ๐
With Deepest Sympathy
From your classmates of the Class of 1975, we send our deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother. May God comfort you during this difficult time and give you strength in the days ahead. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May her memory forever be a blessing. โค๏ธ๐
โ The Class of 1975
Hello Family, you have my sincerest and deepest condolences. Please try to hold on and remember all the good times and blessings. Will keep you all in my prayers. Marv Credle
Angela, may the beautiful memories of your mother bring you comfort during this difficult time. Her love and presence will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Praying God gives you and your family strength, peace, and comfort.
Sincere condolences to entire O'Neal family and of course my classmate (Sharon). Let God's words comfort you and the things your mom said while here give you guidance to carry on. Peace and blessings ๐๐ฟ ๐๐ฟ
Angela, Mr. O'Neal and Family, We were all so sorry to hear of Mrs. O'Neal's passing. We pray you continue to lean on scripture that tells us to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Keep leaning, trusting and depending on God. He will never fail you and promises to keep and comfort you. Please accept our sincerest condolences and know we will keep you all in our prayers that God will provide all you have need of now and in the days to come. God bless you all. Baptist Grove Church - Walk Group /Walk This Way - Dana McKinney, Veda Russ & Pam Jarvis ๐๐พ๐๏ธ
Charlotte my heart is with you and your family during this time. You have taken great care of your mother and that will always give you strength in the days ahead. You are loved.
Charlotte, please know that I am keeping you and your family lifted in prayer on the loss of your Beloved Mother.
I worked with Francena many years ago at First Citizens Bank. She was my very special friend and lunch buddy. I think of her often. Peace and comfort to her family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.