Rev. Timothy O'Neill to retire after 23 years

HUBBARD — The Rev. Timothy O’Neill follows this mantra in his life and priesthood: “Unselfish giving equals happiness.”

The pastor of St. Patrick Church, 367 N. Main St., will officiate at his retirement Mass at 11 a.m. Sunday and then be honored at a celebration.

In the office of the church, where he has served 23 years, there are boxes packed with memorabilia, both church- and community-related. Some will be displayed at Sunday’s recognition event along with a board of newspaper clippings on the priest’s activities. By the desk in his office, there are some 25 Post-it notes with messages and reminders. His cellphone rings frequently, and he gives each caller attention sprinkled with friendly teasing.

After this weekend, the 75-year-old priest plans to “relax for a bit” at his house in Geneva-on-the-Lake. “It’s 40 feet from the golf course there,” he said, noting he’ll continue to indulge in his hobby. He also says there’s a 5:30 p.m. Sunday “Mass on the grass.”

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