David Arthur Neal
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David Arthur Neal, 62, of Hillsboro, passed away Monday, June 27, 2022 at his residence, surrounded by his family.
He was born Dec. 31, 1959 to the late Raymond and Edna (May) Neal.
David was a 1978 graduate of Eastern High School, where he excelled in basketball and track, as Division IV Southern Ohio Player of the Year and the first track athlete from EHS to compete in shot put in the state finals, both accomplishments of which he was exceedingly proud. He continued his love of sports and competition out of high school, playing independent basketball, softball and bowling.
David was multi-talented in all aspects of life, a real “jack of all trades” as a backhoe operator, truck driver, plumber, carpenter and most of all “master mechanic,” as his granddaughter named him. He always gave credit to God and the Lord Jesus Christ for his talents and abilities. He loved the Lord and attended various churches throughout his life and loved to listen to gospel bluegrass music. He was also a great fan of “The Andy Griffith Show.”
David is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Christine (Marshall) Neal; four daughters, Jessica Neal (David Smith), Amanda (Neal) Harmon, Leah Neal Holt (Brian) and Sarah Neal; his cherished grandchildren, Shane (Homer) Jordan, Atlantis (Sissy) Jordan, Brayden (Charlie) Neal-Fuhrman and Kamden (Rusty) Neal-Fuhrman; his beloved dogs, Buster and Buck; brothers, Bill (Betty) Neal, Wendell (Sharon) Neal and Paul (Lisa) Neal; sisters, Linda (Jerry) Poole and Donna (Rick) Orr; brothers-in-law, Tom Fist, John Marshall and Eddie (Judy) Rau; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his sister, Sheila Fist; brothers, Dana Neal and Freeman Neal; father- and mother-in-law, Bill and Ruby Marshall; sister-in-law, Donna Marshall; and son-in-law, Rich Harmon.
He was so blessed with all his children and grandchildren being able to visit at the same time in his last days and giving him laughter and love. A special thanks to his nephew Mickey Fist for all his help and care. “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away and he that sat upon the throne said behold, I make all things new” (Revelation 21:4-5).
As per David’s wishes, he will be cremated with no service. Edgington Funeral Home, Mowrystown, Ohio has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Donations may be made to Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Boulevard, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154.
To sign the online guest book, go to www.edgingtonfuneralhomes.com.
He was born Dec. 31, 1959 to the late Raymond and Edna (May) Neal.
David was a 1978 graduate of Eastern High School, where he excelled in basketball and track, as Division IV Southern Ohio Player of the Year and the first track athlete from EHS to compete in shot put in the state finals, both accomplishments of which he was exceedingly proud. He continued his love of sports and competition out of high school, playing independent basketball, softball and bowling.
David was multi-talented in all aspects of life, a real “jack of all trades” as a backhoe operator, truck driver, plumber, carpenter and most of all “master mechanic,” as his granddaughter named him. He always gave credit to God and the Lord Jesus Christ for his talents and abilities. He loved the Lord and attended various churches throughout his life and loved to listen to gospel bluegrass music. He was also a great fan of “The Andy Griffith Show.”
David is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Christine (Marshall) Neal; four daughters, Jessica Neal (David Smith), Amanda (Neal) Harmon, Leah Neal Holt (Brian) and Sarah Neal; his cherished grandchildren, Shane (Homer) Jordan, Atlantis (Sissy) Jordan, Brayden (Charlie) Neal-Fuhrman and Kamden (Rusty) Neal-Fuhrman; his beloved dogs, Buster and Buck; brothers, Bill (Betty) Neal, Wendell (Sharon) Neal and Paul (Lisa) Neal; sisters, Linda (Jerry) Poole and Donna (Rick) Orr; brothers-in-law, Tom Fist, John Marshall and Eddie (Judy) Rau; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his sister, Sheila Fist; brothers, Dana Neal and Freeman Neal; father- and mother-in-law, Bill and Ruby Marshall; sister-in-law, Donna Marshall; and son-in-law, Rich Harmon.
He was so blessed with all his children and grandchildren being able to visit at the same time in his last days and giving him laughter and love. A special thanks to his nephew Mickey Fist for all his help and care. “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away and he that sat upon the throne said behold, I make all things new” (Revelation 21:4-5).
As per David’s wishes, he will be cremated with no service. Edgington Funeral Home, Mowrystown, Ohio has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Donations may be made to Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Boulevard, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154.
To sign the online guest book, go to www.edgingtonfuneralhomes.com.