Thomas J. Neal

NEAL, Thomas Jere , age 87, retired local business man, died peacefully on November 24, 2011, beloved and cherished father. He remained a cheerful and steady presence for his family, showing warmth and humor, which characterized his life. He was born on December 7, 1924 in Nashville, TN to the late Albert and Sophia Neal. He attended Sewanee University and saw action with the Navy in WWII. He volunteered with Elks Club and the Senior Citizens of Nashville and was a member of the Cathedral of Incarnation Catholic Church in Nashville. He is survived by Lyndrel Hutchison, loving companion; his daughter, Judith K. Kaplan; his sons, Thomas J. Neal, Jr. and Doss W. Neal and wife, Brenda; four grandchildren, Asher H. Kaplan, Seth W. Kaplan, Adam W. and Jarred P. Neal; sister, Marie Crim; brother, William J. Neal and his wife, Patsy. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn McAlister Neal and brother, Albert Neal. Funeral services will be held the afternoon of Monday, November 28, 2011 at one p.m. in Woodlawn’s Dignity Hall with interment immediately following the service. Visitation with the family will be the evening of Sunday November, 27, 2011 from three to six p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc.