Sad news of '˜kindest, most caring' Brackaville musician's death

Shock and sadness have been felt in the Brackaville area following news of the sudden death of a much loved musician.
By The Newsroom
Published 29th Jul 2016, 14:14 BST
Updated 25th Aug 2016, 19:23 BST
Musician Stevie O'Neill pictured in 2010 at a charity event.Musician Stevie O'Neill pictured in 2010 at a charity event.
Musician Stevie O'Neill pictured in 2010 at a charity event.

It is understood Steven O’Neill was discovered at his home this morning, Friday.

Mr O’Neill, known as Stevey, was a regular and well known face on the local music scene, and played frequently at The Four Corners Bar in Brackaville.

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The bar issued a glowing tribute to their friend in a Facebook post, which reads: “On behalf of everyone at the four corners it is with deep regret we send our condolences to the Oneill family on the death of Stevey. Stevey was the most kindest caring loving person I think we have ever met and what an entertainer Sunday nights in the corner will truly never be the same RIP Stephen Oneill ‪#‎legend‬#wagonwheel#friend”

A friend of Mr O’Neill’s also recalled Stevey’s generosity and kindness to those he met and said the popular musician, understood to be in his 40s, would be sadly missed.

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