Grady Neeson Obituary

Henry Grady Neeson, Jr.

Shreveport, LA- Henry Grady Neeson Jr., was born on June 8, 1927 in Benton, LA to Eulalie J. Hanks Neeson & Henry Grady Neeson Sr. He was ushered into the presence of the Lord, by the Angels of God on December 8, 2015 at the age of 88. "To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord". 2 Corinthians 5:8.

Grady married the love of his life, Helon Anderson Neeson and they were blessed with 71 years of marriage, raising their three children in Shreveport. They always affirmed they "would do it all over again".

At the age of 17, he enlisted in the Merchant Marines and served until the end of WWII. Upon his return stateside, he began a career with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. He retired after 20 years, to manage his real estate property and continued doing so until his health declined in 2012.

Grady accepted Jesus into his heart at an early age. He served in music ministry, as a Sunday School teacher, as a Deacon, and working on many church building programs. He loved his family & it was his desire that his children would come to know the Lord and to teach them integrity. Words cannot really express what a wonderful, compassionate, and selfless person he was.

He enjoyed traveling with family, gardening, cooking and researching his family heritage, which included numerous founding members of Shreveport & the Parish of Caddo.

He is predeceased by his parents, Eulalie &Henry G. Neeson Sr. and four sisters. Grady is survived by his loving wife Helon Anderson Neeson; son Richard G. Neeson & wife Sandy of Fort Worth, TX; daughter Brenda N. Lyons & husband William of Shreveport, LA.; son Damon W. Neeson & wife Kim of Shreveport, LA., Grandchildren: Stacie Lyons of Shreveport, LA., Holly Cohen (Alan) of Austin, TX, Amy Weatherly (Brad) of Arlington, TX., Richey Neeson (Ashley) of Fort Worth, TX., Sarah Sazama (T.J.) of Denver, CO., Clint Lyons (Leighanne) of Shreveport, LA.; Joshua Neeson (Livia) of Covington, LA.; Jessica Baker (Jeremy) of Shreveport, LA.; Emily Jones (Michael) of Shreveport, LA.; and was blessed with twelve great grandchildren.

The family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Seborn Woods for his many years of care and friendship, Montclair Memory Care Unit, Dr. Roy Fleniken and the entire staff at the Northwest LA War Veterans Home and Regional Hospice, for providing exceptional care and support.

There will be a visitation at Centuries Memorial from 9: 30-10:30 a.m. on Friday, December 11, 2015 and graveside services officiated by Reverend Mike Anderson immediately following. Pall bearers: Richey Neeson, Clint Lyons, Joshua Neeson, Brad Weatherly, Alan Cohen and David Lowrey.

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Published by Shreveport Times from Dec. 10 to Dec. 12, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Grady Neeson

4 Entries

Nell Britner

December 21, 2015

Richard: Just learned of the death of your father. I remember him as such a kind gentleman. Wish I had know earlier and had been able to attend the funeral. I think of you quite often and cherish our days working together.

The McLaurin Family

December 14, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. May God keep fast hold of you with his right hand during this difficult time.

Jeanna Martin

December 10, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Mr. Neeson was a gentle giant and will be greatly missed. I will always remember and love Papaw Neeson.

For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud

December 10, 2015

The Final Salute

Brothers in Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Henry Grady Neeson, Jr. our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Grady. And to Grady it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Merchant Marines. Grady, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,061 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Grady's family and loved ones.

Edward L. Lamb, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

James Mazariz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

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