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James R. Neal

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James R. Neal, 76, of Belleville, IL, born Wednesday, January 10, 1945, in Bath, ME, passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at his residence in Belleville, IL.

James was a Veteran with the United States Marines, serving from 1962 to 1966. He finished his career as an EMT for Abbott Ambulance Service in Belleville. Prior to that, he worked 15+ years as an EMT in Bangor, Maine. James had several professions in his life, from meat-cutter to re-upholstering furniture, but his greatest accomplishments included building his own home for his family, being a loving father & grandfather, and being married to his best friend and love of his life for almost 51 years.

He was preceded in death by his:

Surviving are his:

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. https://www.michaeljfox.org/

Memorial Gathering: Memorial Gathering will be held at 4:00 – 7:00 pm, Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville.

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#1 Comment By Eddie Montague On March 18, 2021 @ 7:23 pm

Mike,

My condolences on your loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We always enjoyed seeing you dad when we were with you and Wendy. We will miss him too.

Ed

#2 Comment By Myron Austin On March 19, 2021 @ 2:46 am

My condolences to you and your family.

#3 Comment By Eric Furry On March 19, 2021 @ 5:37 am

Rella & family–I’m sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. My thoughts and good wishes are with you.
Eric Furry
Pro Libris Bookshop
Bangor, Maine

#4 Comment By Jenn Bull On March 19, 2021 @ 1:41 pm

Rella, we are so sorry to hear. Prayers and thoughts to you and the family.

Jim and Jenn Bull

#5 Comment By Martin Harris (Neighbor) On March 19, 2021 @ 7:01 pm

Rella , Mike, and Wendy your family will be in our prayers. IRella I will miss seeing you and Jim taking walks in the neighborhood. May God comfort you during this time of need.

#6 Comment By Cynthia On March 19, 2021 @ 7:04 pm

Rella, I was saddened to read of Jim’s passing. Thinking of you and wishing you and your family comfort during this difficult time. I pray that your memories of the beautiful life you and Jim shared give you some peace. Hugs!

#7 Comment By Becky Kern-Taylor On March 20, 2021 @ 2:32 pm

Dear Rella, So sorry about Jim, but you know he is in a better place and you will meet again.
With Love Becky Kern-Taylor

#8 Comment By Nasreen and Feroze Ursani On March 20, 2021 @ 2:34 pm

Wendy and Mike, our deepest condolences at your loss. Reading about your illustrious departed Dad, makes us acknowledge the accomplished gratifying life lived by him. And knowing you both, we can easily see how well has that been emulated by you both.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Nasreen and Feroze Ursani
Swansea Illinois

#9 Comment By Lisa Gaal On March 23, 2021 @ 6:48 pm

Dear RELLA, SORRY for your loss of your dear husband Jim. Prayers to all your family at this time of need. It was nice seeing you at the dances. and with Jim smiling on the dance floor.
Wishing you all the best. God will be at his side to guide him the way.
Lisa Hoelscher Gaal and Vernon Gaal
Matilda & Verle Hoelscher