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James Ross Neal

Mr.  James Ross Neal age 87 of Lebanon died April 22, 2018, at his home. Born in Greenville, MS, he was the son of the late Thell Ross Neal and Laura Etta Frakes Neal.  He was a graduate of Lebanon High School, a retired building contractor and minister of Meadow Lane Church of Christ.  He attended Adam’s Avenue Church of Christ.  Preceded in death by wife, Nancy Tribble Neal; brother, Sidney Neal; four sisters: Frances Austin, Minnie Lee Stroud, Alene McCampbell, Elizabeth Neal.

Survived by two children:  Michael Ross Neal and Connie Beard; five grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Memorial service will be Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at 2 p.m. from the Adam’s Avenue Church of Christ with Michael Wyatt officiating. Visitation one hour prior to service.

Memorials may be made to Adam’s Avenue Church of Christ.

LIGON & BOBO FUNERAL HOME , in charge of arrangements. www.ligonbobo.com

Messages for the Family

  1. Haywood Barry says:
    Ross was a really nice man. I knew him for about 60 years. Had not seen him lately. So sorry for your loss. Our condolence to his family. Haywood barry
  2. Bob and Orpha Bennett,Knoxville, Tn says:
    Our deepest sympathy to the Neal family. Our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.
  3. Mark and Jackie Carpenter says:
    A wonderful neighbor and friend. He told us about our house when we moved there as he and my Uncle John built it. I will miss his smile and his wave to us daily. He was a precious man. Rest In Peace sir. You have earned it.