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Demiah O. O'Neal to be laid to rest Feb. 22

Demiah O. O'Neal to be laid to rest February 22, 2014 in Valley Virgin Gorda. Photo: Provided
Demiah O. O'Neal, a former student of the Little Rainbow Primary School, was rushed to the Iris O'Neal Health Centre in Virgin Gorda on the night of January 30, 2014 after her mother had observed that she was not being her usual self. Photo: Provided
Demiah O. O'Neal, a former student of the Little Rainbow Primary School, was rushed to the Iris O'Neal Health Centre in Virgin Gorda on the night of January 30, 2014 after her mother had observed that she was not being her usual self. Photo: Provided
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – Family, loved ones and people of Valley, Virgin Gorda are preparing to give little Demiah Omeriah O’Neal who died on January 30, 2014 a grand send-off come Saturday February 22, 2014.

The 11-year-old's sudden death had rocked the Virgin Gorda community and many described here passing as ‘mysterious’. Persons close to the parents who contacted this news site about the plans for what they described as “Graduation Celebration to Heaven” said that the parent have chosen not to go public at this time with the cause of death as given in the autopsy.

“Beckie (the child’s mother) is asking that we respect her wishes not to discuss that at this stage but she has promised to speak about it at a time when she feels more comfortable to do so,” related a close family member.

According to the source the ceremony will be held at the Sanctuary of Hope Church, Valley, Virgin Gorda with viewing from 10:00 to 11:00 am. The officiating minister will be Bishop Paul Ricketts.

Demiah O. O'Neal, a former student of the Little Rainbow Primary School, was rushed to the Iris O'Neal Health Centre in Virgin Gorda on the night of January 30, 2014 after her mother had observed that she was not being her usual self.

An emergency transfer was immediately facilitated and according to our authentic source medical personnel aboard the vessel were forced to perform CPR as she had begun to lose consciousness. The child remained in an unconscious state enroute to Beef Island and was pronounced dead on arrival at the Peebles Hospital in Road Town, Tortola sometime before 8:00 pm.

Demiah was the daughter of Mr Carey O'Neal and Beckie Felician.

9 Responses to “Demiah O. O'Neal to be laid to rest Feb. 22”

  • chad (18/02/2014, 09:44) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    This will be so sad to see her being buried too much tears
  • ccc (18/02/2014, 11:26) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    See you in heaven
  • To Parents (18/02/2014, 11:39) Like (25) Dislike (0) Reply
    Dear Parents of this lovely girl. I don't know any of you or your daughter, but as a mother and as a member of the BVI community I am so sorry, and I send you my condolences. I cannot begin to imagine your pain and I dare not advise you on how to grieve. It is your child. Only God knows the plan in all of this and why she was lent to you and to this life for 11 years. She is resting in peace, without the cares, pain and pressures that this life has to offer. Remember to great times, remember her beautiful smile. God bless you.
  • mother hen (18/02/2014, 12:19) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    it continue to be a sayd when ever parents have to bury their child
  • new (18/02/2014, 17:25) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Blessings to her entire family............my condolences!
  • rip (18/02/2014, 17:45) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Rip lil one!!!!
  • ladylaura (19/02/2014, 08:23) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    You have your dad's smile, may you be angel looking over both your mom and dad and brother as you shine brightly on your way to heaven's gate:) Fly safely little one!
  • chad (22/02/2014, 08:45) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is sad.


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