Joy Suzanne O'Neill

Joy Suzanne O'Neill

Rochester, NY, November 22, 2025 – It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Joy Suzanne O'Neill at the age of 55. Suzanne was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Nancy Bilyue; her dear sisters, Kay New and Vicky Watson; her cherished nephew, Mackenzie Hart; and her first and second husbands, Dennis Simmons and Michael O'Neill.

She is survived by her two devoted children: her son, Jakob (Samantha) Simmons, and her daughter, Amanda "Mandi" Simmons; her adored grandchildren, Tanner Simmons (Jakob) and Isabella "Izzy" D'ambra (Samantha); her two sisters, Tracy Hart and Lisa Hickman; ten nieces and nephews; and a multitude of other treasured friends and family members.

During her children's formative years, Suzanne dedicated herself as a stay-at-home mother. Subsequently, she served for many years as a medicab driver for Monroe County. Suzanne was an exceptional and loving mother and wife. She harbored a deep passion for travel, found tranquility at the beach, and expressed her artistic talents through painting and other creative pursuits. Renowned for her generous spirit, she was a guiding light, consistently striving to assist those in her community. She was a devout woman of God, actively participating in outreach programs with various churches throughout her life.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated staff and volunteers at the Aurora House in Spencerport, NY. Your profound compassion and unwavering support for our family are deeply appreciated. In lieu of flowers, we respectfully request that you consider making a donation to the Aurora House of Western Monroe County.https://aurorahousewmc.com/contributing/