Shamel Leslie O’Neal Obituary in Knoxville at Unity Mortuary

Obituary For Shamel Leslie O’Neal

Shamel Leslie O’Neal

LEBANON - On Saturday, March 16, 2024, Shamel Leslie O’Neal (nee Rose) age, 52 of Lebanon, TN, beloved wife of Paul J. O’Neal peacefully entered eternal rest. Our Lord and Savior granted her grace to endure the battle of cancer for over 3 years. She was the oldest child born on July 3rd, to Leslie N. Rose and Pamela B. Rose in Bronx, New York in 1971.

Shamel was a devoted friend, an awesome mother and grandmother, a beloved sister, a loving wife, and most of all, a faithful woman of God. She will truly be missed by those who were blessed to have known her.
She was educated in the Knox County school system, a graduate of Holston High School, she studied nursing, and was also a graduate from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration.

Shamel enjoyed sharing her God given talents by singing and creating unique art through her Art of the Stroke paint parties. Her melodious voice brought happiness to those around her, and she could often be found singing in the morning. Throughout her life she sang in several choirs so that she could use her voice to honor God. Shamel was passionate about traveling alongside her husband Paul and their dog Smalls, enjoying numerous eateries, lively concerts, scenic beaches, and many sporting events that helped create lifelong memories.

Shamel leaves to cherish her memory an adoring husband, Paul O’Neal, her children Daniel Rose, Epiphany Talley, Joshua Talley, grandchildren Cameron Rose, Giselle Rose, Za’Mora Rose, and Daniel Rose Jr, Father Leslie Rose, Mother Pamela Rose, four siblings Tabitha Rose, Marcus Rose, Anita Gray, Rebecca Rose, and Thomas Talley, aunts Odessa Crawford, Rebecca Ruffin, Arline Butterfield, Elsie Rose, cousins, Sabrina Scott, Tracy Ruffin, Natalie Krider, Jason Crawford along with a host of loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.

The Celebration of Life Service for Shamel Leslie O’Neal will be held Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at the Unity Mortuary Chapel, 1425 McCalla Ave, Knoxville, TN, where flowers and condolences can be sent.

The Visitaion will be held at the Funeral Home (Unity Mortuary) on Friday, March 22, 2024 from 3-6:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 23rd from 2-3:00 p.m.
The final resting place will be held at the Flatwood Cemetery in Dandridge, TN immediately follow the Celebration. A dove release will be held at the Unity Mortuary Chapel in her honor prior to the procession.
Unity Mortuary is honored to serve this family.
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Errol Jones sent Joyful Memory for Shamel Leslie O’Neal - March 22, 2024

Our deepest sympathies to the family. With love from Errol and Anessa Jones.

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Mixed Spray was sent for Shamel Leslie O’Neal - March 21, 2024

Ms. Pam & Family, I'm so sorry for the passing of your beautiful daughter. No words can are adequate but know that we are praying for you and your family. Sending love to you. May the Peace of God be your umbrella always. Minister Tabace Burns RN BSN MSHA CCM

Ms. Pam & Family, I'm so sorry for the passing of your beautiful daughter. No words can are adequate but know that we are praying for you and your family. Sending love to you. May the Peace of God be your umbrella always.

Our prayers go out to the family. We enjoyed seeing her grow up and becoming a beautiful woman.
Love Greg and Melissa Glasgow

Condolences to the families during this difficult time.

I was saddened when I read about Shamel's passing. She was such a beautiful person and used her talents to enrich the lives of children, with her artwork, in the hallways of Fair Garden Preschool when it first opened. I remember her sweet spirit and her willingness to help in anyway she could. She supported the school and was always there for her children. Rest in peace. You will truly be missed. Marilyn Carrington-Davidson