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Dwight F. Neal
December 14, 1944 - March 13, 2009

Mr. Dwight F. Neal was born in Trumann on Thursday, December 14, 1944, the son of Harlan and Matilda McCoy Neal. Mr. Neal died Friday, March 13, 2009 at the age of 64 years 2 months and 27 days. Mr. Neal was a Sr. sales representative for the Elk River Mach. Co. of Elk River, MN, a Staff Sergeant in the US Army National Guard and a member of the Maple Grove Baptist Church of Trumann. Mr. Neal was preceded in death by his mother, Matilda McCoy Neal, grandparents, Tilmon and Myrtle McCoy and Alan and Pearl Neal. Survivors include his wife, Virlene Neal of the home; one son, Scott Neal of Jonesboro; father and step-mother, Harlan and Alice Neal of St. Louis, MO; one brother, Jerry Neal of St. Louis, MO; two grandchildren, Bryan and Jacob Neal. Funeral services will be Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Maple Grove Baptist of Trumann with Dr. Jim Shaw and Rev. Larry Loggins officiating. Burial will follow in Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery of Jonesboro. Arrangements under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann. Pallberars will include Scott Neal, Bryan Neal, Jacob Neal, Johnny Whitlatch, Danny Pippinger and Marvin Massey. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob White and the Maple Grove Baptist Church Adult Men II Small Group. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon from 3 to 5 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Maple Grove Baptist Church, 13509 Maple Grove Lane, Trumann, AR 72472. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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    January 10, 2015

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  2. Carrie Hendrix, United States says
    March 25, 2009

    Virlene:You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you joy and Lord provide your peace and comfort.

  3. Blake Smith, Little Rock says
    March 18, 2009

    I would like to start off by saying I am sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family in these hard times.

  4. Penny Tarver, Jonesboro, Ark says
    March 17, 2009

    Virlene, Scott and Boys, I am so sorry I couldn't be there for my cousin Dwight's Funeral. My thoughts and prayers have been with you all. Dwight is with the Good Lord now and my Daddy!! I Love ya'll!!!

  5. Marsha Speakman, Trumann, AR says
    March 17, 2009

    VerleenI remember Dwight as a teenager. He and my brother Leonard were best friends. I even remember when you two got engaged. Remember you have all those good times to remember. You are in my thoughts.

  6. Eddie and Hazel Clem, Trumann says
    March 16, 2009

    Virlene,We are thinking about you at thissad time. May God hold yourhand closer than ever before asthe coming days pass. People tellus that the nights are the worsttimes to deal with your sorrow. If we can be of help in any way,feel free to call on us .

  7. Eddie and Hazel Clem, Trumann says
    March 16, 2009

    Virlene,We are thinking about you at thissad time. May God hold yourhand closer than ever before asthe coming days pass. People tellus that the nights are the worsttimes to deal with your sorrow. If we can be of help in any way,feel free to call on us .

  8. Jim and Cathy MacMinn, Big Lake, MN says
    March 16, 2009

    It has been a pleasure to know and work with Dwight over the last 20 years - he will be missed. I am proud to have been able to call him my friend.The guardian angel that I know has been watching over Dwight for all of the time I have known him has taken him home to rest.

  9. Ralph and Judy Caston, Trumann, AR says
    March 16, 2009

    You're in our hearts and our prayers. We love you.

  10. Debbye (Farmer) Davis, Trumann, AR says
    March 16, 2009

    Virlene and Scott, I was so sorry to hear about Dwight's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

  11. Leslie Mitchell , says
    March 16, 2009

    Virlene and Scott - We just want to let you know that our prayers are with you during this time. You and I are comforted knowing that he is in Heaven. We will be continually praying for you and your family.

  12. Brandi Hannon, Vail, CO says
    March 16, 2009

    I love you and miss you Uncle Dwight! You and Aunt Verlene are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you too Uncle Scott, Bryan, and Jacob. I wish I could be there.

  13. Bubba & Lynn Tankersley, Lewisburg, Tn says
    March 16, 2009

    A good friend that we will truly miss. Our condolences to the family.

  14. Tammy Medley Collier, Lake City, AR says
    March 15, 2009

    Scott and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  15. Carolyn Hendrix, Trumann AR says
    March 15, 2009

    Ms. Virlene,I am so sorry about your loss. I wish I could have been there for you, but in the days and weeks ahead I will be praying and visiting with you. God's comfort is so amazing--just trust in Him. I am always here for you.In Christ Love, Carolyn and Jordan

  16. Lonnie & Mary Jo Shipp, Renea ,Steve & Parker Mull, Maryville, TN says
    March 15, 2009

    Thinking of our extended family, wish we could be there. We love you all.

  17. Bryan and Randi Jo Kelso, bella vista, arkansas says
    March 15, 2009

    Virlene, Scott and boys~ We are very saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Call if you need anything.

  18. Girane Mangum, Strawberry, AR says
    March 15, 2009

    I am so sorry to find out about Dwights passing. My prayers and condolences are with you.

  19. Leon Fowler, Manchester,TN says
    March 15, 2009

    My sincere condolences to the family. Dwight was one of my best buds in Weona grade school.

  20. marie penter , says
    March 15, 2009

    Verline, I am sorry to here of the loss of your husband, my prayers are with you and your family.

  21. Henry and Martha, Florida says
    March 15, 2009

    Virlene, We wished we could have been there, but all of you are in our prayers and our hearts. Dwight will truly be missed. I am so glad to have seen Him a month ago.God bless each of you and I pray God is with You all as I know He is.

  22. Glenna Davis McComb, Laurel, Ms says
    March 15, 2009

    My sympathy and thoughts are with you. Our prayers are with the family. Glenna McComb (Ralph and Betty Davis' Daughter, Lois Loggin's granddaughter)

  23. Anthony & Teresa Dowdy, Little Rock, AR says
    March 15, 2009

    Scot you are in our prayers

  24. BOB&JANICE CANTRELL, trumann ar says
    March 14, 2009

    VERLINE. DEWIGHT HAS ALWAYS BEEN A FRIEND, WE WERE IN THE GUARD TOGETHER, HE WAS ALWAYS A POLITE AND COURTEOUS PERSON, HE WILL BE MISSED , OUR PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU, YOU KNOW GOD JUST NEEDED ANOTHER STAFF SEARGENT THERE IN HEAVEN TO MAKE HIS ARMY STRONGER AND COMPLETE.PHILLIPIANS-4-19

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