The Family of John L. O'Neal

I am in search of my roots. It has been a desire of mine to find out where and come from for many years. I have recently began this hunt. My family is originally from the South, primarily Georgia and Tennesee.

At this point I know very little, since I just began and my family has drifted apart over the years. Any help or guidence that anyone can give me would be greatly appreciated.

I am starting with my father, John O'Neal, who died on October 16, 1993. I have located his SS record and hope to have it soon.