Theda Raye O'Neal Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Theda Raye (Graham) O’Neal, 77, of Temple, TX, passed away on January 22, 2022 at Baylor Scott and White Health in Temple. Theda was born October 14, 1944 to William (Billy) and Doris Graham in Gatesville, TX. Theda graduated from Gatesville High School in 1962. She then entered the work force here in Central TX. In June 1964, she was introduced to Larry N. O’Neal on a blind date. They married a little over 2 months later on September 4, 1964 in Central TX. After Larry was discharged from the Army in October of 1964, they moved to the Ohio Valley to make their home. They would remain in the OH Valley from 1964 to 1999. They lived in Marietta, Newport and finally Vienna, WV. Larry and Theda were blessed with 2 daughters, Sheila & Sherry. Theda was a lifelong homemaker and an active participant in Larry’s ministry as a pastor. They traveled and sang gospel music together. Theda was also sought after for solos later in their ministry together. In 1999, Theda and Larry relocated to Central TX to be closer to their children, grandchildren and Theda’s family. Theda was predeceased by her father. She is survived by her husband of Temple as well as daughters, Sheila Bass (Dan) of Temple and Sherry Smith (Tony) of Waco. She is also survived by 2 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Additionally, she is survived by her mother of Belton; brother, Jimmy Graham, of Belton and sister, Patsy Cofer, of Temple. A celebration of Theda’s life will be held February 26, 2022 at 11AM at the First Baptist Church in Temple. Family visitation will be at 10AM at the church. The service will be livestreamed on the church’s YouTube channel.

Theda Raye O'Neal

October 14, 1944 - January 22, 2022