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Neal Willmann Obituary
Cincinnati - Neal O. Willmann, loving husband of 17 years to Ellen Layne; dear father to Brendan (Luci) Willmann, Amanda (Allen) Thomson and step father to Andrew (Brandie) Layne and Abigail (Albert) Chavez; loving grandfather to Olivia and Emily Thomson, loving uncle to Alex and Elena Chavez; brother to Patricia (David) Potter. Neal was born in 1944 in Belfast, Northern Ireland and emigrated to the United States at 16 months. His family settled in Highland, Illinois. Neal practiced patent law for 50 years. He had a passion for swimming, biking, motorcycling, history and politics. He was thankful for a good life. Neal passed away on August 12, 2019 at the age of 74. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Matthew 25 Ministries. A private graveside service was held at Spring Grove Cemetery. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
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Scott Streicher
October 28, 2019
Neal was my IP attorney - he was a great resource and above all honest. I started my journey as an entrepreneur with Neal and am grateful for his early contributions. I absolutely will continue to grind forward, Neal. Thanks for being a champion of the American dream. RIP sir.
Scott
October 2, 2019
So sad to hear this today and I feel bad for everyone who knew him. Neal was a smart, engaging guy who I knew from afternoons at the Y. I loved talking with him about politics or a hundred other topics. In the last few days I wondered where he was, but in a situation like this it's tough to figure out. I'll miss his conversations!
August 22, 2019
Dear Ellen, It seems so odd to think that Neal is no longer with us. I feel like i just saw him at the pool where we shared thoughts and love of the natural world. Your old friends from Bluespruce lane are thinking of you and yours. Your friend, Jane Haeckl
August 19, 2019
Dear Ellen and Family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Lovingly,
Sharen Everson
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