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Peninsula Funeral Home & Crematory

11144 Warwick Boulevard

Newport News, Virginia

Kevin Neill Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Kevin Neill, 32, departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2003. He was a native of Danville, Va., and made his home in Newport News for the last 21 years. He loved children and animals. He was also an avid outdoorsman. He was loved dearly and will be missed by many. Kevin was special to his beloved girlfriend and companion, Julie Grubbs and his devoted parents, Dennis and Phyllis Neill. Also left to cherish his memory are his precious son, Evan Neill Strandberg; his brother, Phillip Neill and his wife, Hannah, and his twin brother, Keith Neill. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Hazel Francisco of Danville. Kevin enjoyed playing with his nieces, Catherine Neill and Meagan Laxton and nephews, Thomas Harman IV and Seth Grubbs and his dog, Bocephus. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Peninsula Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service until 4:30 p.m. In keeping with Kevin's wishes, he will be cremated. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations be made to the Peninsula SPCA, 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601 or the Hunters For The Hungry, P.O. Box 304, Big Island, VA 24526.

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Published by Daily Press from Mar. 28 to Mar. 29, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Neill

35 Entries

Kenneth Clevenger

April 22, 2003

Kevin and I did just about everything together,growing up in Beechlake Estates,as children and young adults.Ever since we grew older and parted ways,a day would not go by where I thought about the crazy and fun times we had.Little Leauge Baseball,Football,Fishing,Girls,Roc k and Roll(Bruce Springsteen concert in 1984.There are so many memories that I hold very close to my heart.With these memories Kevin will live through me.

Diane Futrell

April 4, 2003

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Neill family!!! I have know Kevin over 10 years now. He was a wonderful person. Always a smile on his face and open arms for a hug. He will truly be missed!!! You all are in my prayers!!!!!

Dave Bell

April 4, 2003

Dennis, Phyllis and family, Even though I did not know Kevin personally, I realized that I had seen him at ball games and I knew several people that were at the receiving whom I had played ball with also. Because of knowing you Dennis and Phyllis, I know that he was greatly loved and will be sadly missed by all of you. My love, prayers and care extend to all of you. May God bless, comfort and keep you in His care. Love in Christ, Dave Bell

Karen & Mike Davieds

April 1, 2003

Dennis, Phyllis and Family:

Words can not express the pain we are feeling for all of you, our hearts ache. Kevin always had a smile on his face and was a joy to be around. I know he will be truly miss by all, but how wonderful it is to have Even, as Kevin will live on in him.

Our deepest sympathy,

Karen, Mike and Jamie Davieds

Cindy (Walker) Marstellar

March 31, 2003

To Kevin's family,

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I went to high school with Kevin and Keith. Kevin was a kind and gentle person. I'm sure he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Pamela Brennan-Pearce

March 31, 2003

Kevin held a very special place in many hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at such a difficult time in your lives.

kathryn gentry

March 31, 2003

Sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family. In loving memory.

God bless.

Gina walker

March 31, 2003

My thoughts and prays are with you & your family.

Lynn Cupp-Arledge

March 30, 2003

Thinking of you during this time. I hope GOD will comfort you and ease your pain now and always.

Amber Mitchell

March 30, 2003

"No love, no friendship can cross the path of our destiny without leaving some mark on it forever". Kevin will always own a part of my heart. In loving memory...

Eddie,Theresa & Amber Geagley

March 30, 2003

To The Neill & Grubbs Family,

We are very sorry for you loss. We have known Kevin for many years. He was a very sweet person and always fun to be around.You couldn't help but smile when you saw him. He will be missed very much by so many but never forgotten. Our deepest sympathy and thoughts go out to all who knew and loved him.

Tara Cook

March 30, 2003

I was very sorry to hear about Kevin. I remember all the Neill boys from High School and also from Mrs Neill teaching my daughter in Science Class at Crittenden last year. Our hearts go out to you all.

Tara, Ashley, and Tina

Paula Gallant- Tepel

March 30, 2003

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I went to Ferguson with both Kevin and Keith, and my thoughts are with you.

SHANNON MCKINSEY (ROGERS)

March 29, 2003

KEITH,

WE FIRST MET IN BAND AT NEWSOME PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL (WE BOTH PLAYED DRUMS). WE THEN ALL WENT TO FERGUSON TOGETHER AND AFTER GRADUATION LOST CONTACT. NEVER THE LESS I AM STILL SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU!

IN CHRIST'S LOVE

SHANNON

Alice Rich

March 29, 2003

God grant each of you peace. Our prayers are with all of you in Kevin's family. It's so hard to lose someone so young. We have many great memories of all the Neil boys as our children grew up with him. He has left a mark on this community that will last for a very long time. God Bless you all. Alice & Coach Rich

Anne Todd

March 29, 2003

Mr & Mrs Philips I am so sorry to hear of your great loss.Kevin was a great guy. He will definitely be missed. God bless you and your Family through this horrible time.

Kimberley Bandy (Bishop)

March 29, 2003

I knew Kevin back in High school, Of course we lost touch after. I would run into Keith or Julie, and to them my thoughts, prayers, and heart go out to you. To the children and to his Parents also I am so sorry. But Keith I am a twin, so I will put one extra in for you. God bless you all.

Kim,Mike,Ashley,Danielle,and Matthew.

Drina Northam

March 29, 2003

To the friends and family of Kevin,

I am very sorry to hear what has happened. I knew Kevin since I was in High School and came to realize very quickly that he was a very caring, funny, and happy person to be around. I am so happy that I got to know him and be apart of some great memories that I will be able to look back on and smile when I think of him. I am sorry I will not be able to tell Kevin goodbye in person as I am in Lublin, Poland. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who loved Kevin. I will be thinking of you all today.

Hope Brenick

March 29, 2003

My deepest sympathy to all the family. Kevin was always a great friend to me! He will be missed.

Alainya Hare

March 29, 2003

In Memory of Kevin............

This is being written in memory of one of my three 'big' Neill brothers. I will never forget the laughs, wrestling matches and the never ending Hide and Seek that we played in Beechlake Park. Many hours were spent chasing each other and Grace through that park and around Grandma Neill's riverside home. Thank you for the many fishing and crabbing lessons and for my most memorable lesson taught to me by you: "swapping spit"! I learned that a long wad of hanging spit can break and fall into a screaming girl's mouth, "ie. mine" while being held down by you. Needless to say, I didn't take anymore spit swapping lessons from you! You will always hold a special place in my heart as one of my big brothers. Although we haven't been in close touch over the last few years, I will still have peace in knowing that I have a new guardian angel to watch over me as always. Your strength and spirit will live on in Evan and forever in Julie's and your family's hearts. I will miss you dearly.

Love your childhood sis,

Alainya

KERRIE(SIS) PROCTOR

March 28, 2003

I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I HAVE KNOWN KEVIN ALONG TIME. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. MY THOUGHTS GO OUT TO THE NEILL AND GRUBBS FAMILY.

Sindi Grubbs

March 28, 2003

Kevin will be deeply missed in our family. Our children will miss dearly playing with their Uncle Kevin. His playfulness and affection towards Meagan and Seth is something I am sure they will never forget. We are just greatful for all the memories we have had with Kevin. We have lost a great friend, brother-in-law, uncle, fishing buddy, hunting partner and just an all around great guy just to mention a few things that Kevin was. Please look after us from above Kevin. We miss you.

Love,

Ricky, Sindi, Meagan Laxton and Seth Grubbs

Candice Meadows (Jarvis)

March 28, 2003

I am terribly sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I have known Kevin since high school and can truely say that he will be missed. He was always joking around and very fun to play with. Newport News will not be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. My you find peace with each passing day.

Kim Dorsey

March 28, 2003

I knew Kevin for many years. He was a wonderful person and will be deeply missed by me and many others.

Kim

Rachael Perez & Family

March 28, 2003

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Larry and Tiffany Proctor

March 28, 2003

Julie,

We are truly sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!

Stephanie Goldston

March 28, 2003

Best wishes to Kevin's family. We will all love and miss Kevin terrible

SHERRI SNIDER

March 28, 2003

I DIDN'T KNOW KEVIN,ONLY HEARD ABOUT HOW NICE OF A PERSON HE WAS THROUGH MY SISTER MONICA SNIDER.MAY GOD BE WITH HIS FAMILY AND ESPECIALLY HIS SON DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME, MAY HE LIFT YOU UP AND SURROUND YOU WITH HIS LOVE. MAY HE COMFORT YOU IN THE DAYS TO COME.

GOD BLESS,

Jacqueline Bumgardner

March 28, 2003

Dear Dennis, Phyllis, and family,

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May the Lord wrap His comforting arms around you to lift you up and offer you His strength. Hold on to Him, and the love and prayers offered up to Him on your behalf.

In Christ's love,

Jacqueline & Mark Bumgardner

Carrie Williams

March 28, 2003

To the Neill family and friends:

Please know that you are in my thoughts today as you mourn the loss of Kevin. He will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,

Carrie Williams

Shane (Biscuits) & Michelle Hardin

March 28, 2003

We are saddened by the loss of Kevin he was a great friend and had many friends who loved him. We hope that you find comfort in God and find streangth in your memories of him, as we will. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bostwick Bill and Barbara Curtis

March 28, 2003

Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. He was a good friend to our son Earl

Judy Mahler

March 28, 2003

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know how much you will miss Kevin. My prayers are with you and your family.

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