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ROBERT B. McNEIL (Age 87)
On Friday, September 26, 2014, in Alexandria, VA, beloved husband of Alice C. McNeil (1930-1993). He is survived by daughter Ashby E. McNeil of Richmond, VA; son Robert B. McNeil, Jr. and grandchildren Madalena McNeil and Malcolm McNeil, of Alexandria, VA; daughter Jane M. McNeil, of Richmond, VA; son Richard C. McNeil and daughter-in-law Jeanne McNeil of Richmond, VA; son Andrew T. McNeil, daughter-in-law Lanette McNeil, and grandchildren Alice McNeil, Emma McNeil, and Charlotte McNeil, of Williamsburg, VA. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 30 at Demaine Funeral Home, 520 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314. Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Wednesday, October 1 at St. Aidan's Episcopal Church, 8531 Riverside Road, Alexandria, VA 22308. The family asks that contributions in lieu of flowers be made to United Community Ministries, 7511 Fordson Road, Alexandria, VA, 22306, or to the ACLU.
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Glen Browder
February 6, 2015
Becky and I are saddened to learn of Bob's passing; however, we have many warm memories of him. He was a great American. He also served superbly as a reporter; and we will never forget his help to us in Congress.
Judy Smith
October 1, 2014
So sad to hear of your Dad's death. He was a favorite of our family. My brother's best friend. May the comfort of God surround you.
Bob and Carol Bauer
October 1, 2014
Our sympathy goes out to all of the McNeil family members. We have fond memories of all of you attending our annual spring Derby Day picnics and summer time visits on the Outer Banks with Andy, Lanette, Bob and the girls. Very sorry that we can not be with you today.
Fred Wardlaw
September 30, 2014
My sincere condolences and prayers are with you and your family.
Mubashir Husain
September 29, 2014
We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of your father. Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.
You are a great son and we are proud of you that you did your best to take care of your father especially during illness. This feeling should give you comfort and satisfaction.
McCarthy
September 29, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)
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