Ms. O'Neill was a teacher and school counselor at Rio Del Sol continuation school I attended in the 80's. I was actually just searching her name to contact her to let her know that I am in graduate school for school psychology when I found that she had died.
She was warm, funny and wise with her words. I felt as if she was more like a friend than a teacher or counselor. I recall her asking me to attend a Suicide Prevention conference with her during school time. I felt so privileged to be there with her and the other adults. I often wondered if she asked me to come because she knew I was sad and a bit lost in my world at the time.
Thank you Ms. O'Neill, I know you touched a lot of kids at that little school.
I will strive to be as wise, friendly and easy going as you were while working with my kids.

Message from Alexis Ashby and George Selland, 356ers

October 3, 2017 11:10 AM

Larry and Family,

We are saddened to hear of Alice's passing. Our hearts are with you.

Message from Ferguson family

September 25, 2017 10:35 AM

Alice,you came in to my family's life like a angel. I met you at Will Rogers then we were together at El Camino, then you were at San Juan Caring and loving, looking out for my 4 children. You stop by my home just to see how she was feeling. You have been an angel long before you pass though the gates of heaven. Rest in peace, you will be missed.

A candle was lit by Ferguson family on September 25, 2017 10:27 AM

Message from Nancy Brito

September 23, 2017 10:22 AM

Alice was a very caring and compassionate counselor for her students. She was also a very congenial and fun colleague for the teachers and staff at El Camino High School. As a teacher there, I really enjoyed working with Alice, and I am very sorry at her passing. My condolences to her family.

A candle was lit by Pat Sullivan on September 21, 2017 9:46 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A Sentimental Thoughts was sent on September 21, 2017

With kind thoughts and heartfelt sympathy, Chet Pelton & Peggy Dalton

Message from Sue Calicchia

September 20, 2017 9:54 PM

Alice's smile, one of a kind sayings & her use of the most obscure words always made my day. I was fortunate to spent many, many, many one on one hours as I did her nails over many years. She fought this terrible battle with such style & grace. I will forever remember her with a smile in my heart for a unique and special person.

Message from Mike Baxter

September 20, 2017 7:26 PM

Alice and I both taught at Rio Americano High School and Rio Del Sol Continuation High School during the 1970s and '80s. Since we lived only a block away from each other in Carmichael at the time, we carpooled together to work. She was a great friend and traveling companion. She was bright, funny, empathic, talented and a joy to be around. Most of all, she was a conscientious, intelligent, and caring teacher, and her students admired and loved her. Even though we didn't maintain contact with each other during our retirement years--much to my regret--just knowing that she is not with us anymore is sad.

Expression of Sympathy

A Sentimental Thoughts was sent on September 19, 2017

Alice, we miss you! You have made such a difference! We are so fortunate to have known you and to have shared times together. Our condolences to all who feel the vaccuum. George and Vilai

Message from Niki Bates

September 19, 2017 1:06 PM

I taught at El Camino while Alice was there. We both had spent time in Tucson, so there were always stories to share. She was such a bright light! I used to stop by her office just to visit for a bit. She always saw the humor in everything--a rare gift. My sincere condolences to you all.

A candle was lit by Wendy wright class of 1993 on September 19, 2017 11:27 AM

Message from Cheryl - former student

September 19, 2017 9:41 AM

Ms. Huck, as we called her, was one of my favorite teachers. She was always smiling, always kind, and always filled with great ideas! I still use so many of the skills I learned in her decorative arts class. She helped shape me into the crafty person I am today and I think of her so often. I hope her family will take some small comfort in knowing she was so important in the lives of young people.

A candle was lit by Lorne on September 18, 2017 11:42 PM

Message from Ronda Simpson-Brown

September 18, 2017 11:40 PM

I was sad to learn of Alice's passing. We started as home economics teachers many years ago in SJUSD--Alice at Rio Americano HS and me at San Juan HS. What a great gal she was--always smiling and willing to share her "lesson plans" with the rest of us. She brought joy and laughter to all our get togethers. May beautiful memories of what family and friends shared with her bring comfort.

Message from Kelly Rapier (Sherlock)

September 17, 2017 6:48 PM

I remember her fondly, and am so sorry to hear about her passing. She brought joy to many.

A candle was lit by Clint and Pat deWitt on September 17, 2017 11:56 AM

Message from Kathy Sansone

September 16, 2017 9:33 PM

Those of us who were fortunate enough to know her and be one of her friends were treated to her quick wit, unique story telling, and gracious generosity. They indeed broke the mold after Alice arrived. No one else could replace her.

A candle was lit by Kathy and Tom Sansone on September 16, 2017 9:22 PM