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William Neal Obituary
He leaves to cherish his memory: his two sons, Eldred Claybrooks and William Thomas Neal, Jr.; brother, Andre; Uncle, Frank Neal; grandchildren, great children; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends who will greatly miss him. Wake Wednesday October 2,2024 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m, Funeral 12:00 p.m. all services at Powell-Coleman Funeral Home 3200 W. 15th Ave Gary,In.n memory of Thomas Neal, please consider making a donation to the First Tee, a Foundation that was near and dear to his heart. First Tee's mission is to empower kids to build confidence, character, resilience, and life skills through the game of golf. William was a dedicated mentor to many children in his years volunteering with First Tee. Your donation will help carry on his legacy.To donate, use the link below https://igfn.us/form/PAw7Yw .
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LaLa
January 24, 2025
Thank you walking me down the aisle. I miss you so much Uncle Tom! Love you!
Venessa Collins
October 17, 2024
Wow. .Tom you were a great friend. You will be missed! Rest in Heaven.
Pat King
October 14, 2024
Tom was a dear friend/cousin and down right upstanding person & would help in any way he could he was a genuine person and will be very much missed rest up cuz you finally made it home with the rest of the family miss you so much
Pat King and Family
Monique neal
October 5, 2024
He is my grandpa's brother... rest easy Uncle Tom
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Tamara Claybrooks
October 5, 2024
We will miss your wonderful smile
Dan Mangas
October 3, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Myrtle Mateen
October 3, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Tom Devine
October 2, 2024
I worked with William Neal at EPD and he was a great partner and mentor to many like myself.i will miss his laugh and the kindness he showed others.GodSpeed.
Tom Devine
Dollye-Shaye Dilworth
October 2, 2024
Tom was an awesome Man of God
a friend of 58 years!! He ALWAYS treated me with the utmost respect. He cracked jokes all the time and would not let me talk silly because I wasn't that kind of girl, he would say. When I was 38 he heard an order from GOD "at the time he just said something told him to come to Gary and take his pistol. He never carried it unless he was on duty. I had been attacked on my job and that person was outside waiting to follow me home. He walked in and saw the condition I was in, terrified. He asked what had happened; he appeared out of nowhere to my shock. He said alright let's go I'm taking you home now. Fearless he was, even though he knew the guy was out there. What a FRIEND, AN ANGEL in the flesh!!! A Guardian ANGEL now back home with his Father GOD!!!!
YaShanna Aidara
October 1, 2024
I knew Uncle Tom by way of his niece Marla (my college friend). It was an honor to know Uncle Tom. He was a great conversationalist, had a nice singing voice, a hardy laugh and pure love for his family. You will surely be missed. Well done and rest up Uncle Tom.
YaShanna Aidara
October 1, 2024
It was an honor to know you. You will surely be missed. Rest well Uncle Tom.
Keona Brewer
October 1, 2024
Pops I´m at peace knowing you´re finally free. You stepped into heaven and I know my momma and your wife Cindy met you with open arms. You´re finally getting your honeymoon. I will always love you!
Robert Simmons
October 1, 2024
Willie T was my training officer at the Evanston PD. Willie T was very detailed, he trained me to be the best officer I could be. I´m glad I had the opportunity to learn from and work with him.
My he rest in peace.
Jack Howard
October 1, 2024
I worked with Willie T as I called him at EPD for many years.He was a great guy, always smiling, and always could be counted on. We were both veterans with lots of stories. He served his country at home and at war. He is what a true American hero. I and many others will miss that smile and wit. God bless you and your family my friend. RIP. Jack Howard.
Celestine Jones
October 1, 2024
You will be missed Brother-in-law and I feel you are at peace and enjoying your honeymoon. Love Stine
Douglas Havens
October 1, 2024
On behalf of the Froebel Class of 1968 we offer our deepest sympathy to the family of our beloved classmate. Once again our chain has been broken by death not the love we have for our Classmates. We pray in the days ahead God grants you peace. He will now receive Eternal life. Humbly submitted by Douglas Havens Class President and fellow classmate.
Pamela Carter
September 30, 2024
Wonderful Person! Loved His Hennessy & Stepping!
Marla Neal Sharpe
September 30, 2024
We will miss you Uncle Tom!!
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