Robert Louis Neal

Robert Louis Neal passed in peace on February 10, 2016 with his loving wife of 54 years, Martha, by his side. Bob was born in Memphis and was a lifetime Memphian. He retired from DuBois Chemical and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and had a wonderful sense of humor.

Bob enjoyed duck hunting, fishing, camping and wood working. He created many beautiful pieces of furniture in his wood working days.

Bob touched the lives of many people with his good humor and smile. His strong Christian faith was an example to all.

He is survived by his wife Martha, son Rob (Michele) Neal, daughter Cyndi (Earl) Madere, and four grandchildren, Lauren Madere, Ali Madere, Abby Neal and RJ Neal.

He was preceded in death by his brothers Wilburn "Buck" Neal and Leonard "Dick" Neal as well as his sister, Sarah Crabtree.

Friends and family are invited to attend the visitation at Memphis Funeral Home 5599 Poplar Ave. from 6 to 8 PM on Friday, February 12th from 6 to 8. Funeral services will be on Saturday, February 13th at Memphis Funeral Home at 2 PM. Burial will follow immediately after at Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family asks all that all donations be sent to the Alzheimer's Association at ALZ.org or the American Heart Association.

The family would like to thank the Heritage at Forest Hill Irene for all the care and support they have shown.