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JOHN MCNEIL

1947 - 2020

BORN

1947

DIED

2020

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Conroy Funeral Home

1660 East High Street

Springfield, Ohio

JOHN MCNEIL Obituary

McNEIL, John A. 72, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020, in Riverside Healthcare Center. John was born November 16, 1947, in Springfield, Ohio, to Arthur and Louise (Fahey) McNeil. He was a graduate of Catholic Central High School and retired from IH. He was also a member of The Moose, The Eagles and was an EMT for Rescue 95. He loved baseball and was a youth umpire for many years. He was also a huge Notre Dame fan. Survivors include two children, Brian McNeil and Shawn (Kimberly) McNeil; five grandchildren, Brandon, Cami, Ryan, Arian and Cole; two brothers, Donald (Marty) McNeil and Thomas McNeil; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy in 2019; and one brother, Richard McNeil. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Rescue 95. Arrangements by CONROY FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Springfield News Sun on Aug. 25, 2020.

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Brian Garry

August 25, 2020

So sorry to read about the passing of avery old friend. John "the Golden Bear", as we fondly dubbed him, was a fine, fun fellow to share many a game with. He will be definitely missed by all of us, former K of C 3737 council teammates. Bless you young man.

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