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DAVID McNEIL
LIMA — David H. McNeil age 51, of Lima died 12:34 a.m., Friday, May 13, 2016 at his residence.
He was born June 18, 1964 in Grundy, Virginia to Harold Winfred and Inis A. Layne McNeil. His father preceded him in death November 20, 2011 and mother survives in Lima.
David had been a truck driver for 28 years driving for Bonnie Baking Company and then Ernst Concrete. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and comedian, able to make anyone and everyone laugh. His greatest joys were his children Shane, Ciara and Emily.
Additional survivors include his other half and best friend Anita McNeil, children: David Shane (Miss Pearl) McNeil of Delaware, OH, Ciara McNeil of Lima and Emily McNeil of Montezuma, OH and sister Tracey (Tony) Green of Lima.
A celebration of life memorial will be Thursday at 10:30 at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville, with Anita McNeil officiating.
Family will receive friends for viewing 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, May 18 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be given to the family.
Online condolences may be shared at BayliffAndSon.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jenifer Hawkins Kidd
May 19, 2016
I remember Dave hanging out with Tod, Mark, William, Scott, Keanan, John David, and more. They all acted as big brothers and watched over us while mom worked. I was younger but I remember them all watching over Janet (my sister) making sure the guys were ok or just scare them a little.
The memories are so many and even though it has been a long time since we had seen each other it was always little sis.
You will be missed greatly but your many fun, crazy, loving memories will remain with all your family, extended family and countless friends.
Rest in peace.
Audrey Myers
May 18, 2016
Dear Anita and family, So sorry for your loss but I won't be able to attend as I have been hospitalized several times recently. I will be there in soirit and prayers for you all. Audrey Myers
connie rose
May 16, 2016
Rest in Heaven Dave. It's been years but I never forgot your family.
Kathy Tuttle
May 15, 2016
Anita,
Sorry to hear about Dave.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Kathy tuttle
Tod Dershem
May 15, 2016
Dave and I had to help each other do chin-ups in gym class at South, as we were both a bit "portly". It was a little embarrassing but we laughed it off anyway.
That's Dave. He could lift you up and make you laugh.
Whenever I would go to Dave and Anita's, and to his Mom and Dads, I always felt welcomed and right at home. True hospitality at it's best.
It would be easy for me to ramble on and on about Dave and his family as there are so many stories to tell, as anyone who knows him can attest to.
My condolences to you and the kids, Anita, as well as to you, Inis and Tracey.
Thanks for sharing Dave with me,
Tod.
ed byram
May 14, 2016
the world has lost a very good man, it was my pleasure to be an acquaintance of Dave, may he rest in peace.
Mary Lewis
May 14, 2016
You are greatly missed my friend. Until we meet again the world will be a darker, lonelier place. Thank you for your friendship, you have no idea how much it meant to me.
Brandy Decker
May 14, 2016
When I was little I would wait on Cousin Dave to come home, he would take me fishing with him. I always enjoyed spending time with him. Dave could make anyone laugh. Cousin Dave and Uncle Mark would sit on the porch and rap to me about workin on the garbage route. Anita my thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of the family.
With Love,
Brandy
Paula Davis
May 13, 2016
I'm going to miss you Dave. You made me a promise. When I get to heaven I expect to see you there! Love you.
Tommy Campbell
May 13, 2016
I will always remember the fun and laughter we shared. RIP, my dear friend. I will never forget your kind spirit and great sense of humor. My heartfelt condolences to Anita and the family.
Jim Coolidge
May 13, 2016
Dave loved music old and new . He once told me > There is enough sadness in this world so it's better to enjoy who your with. If not it's time to move on . I remember one time he said ! He loved joking around till it came to his kids and family . He said that was thin ice territory .
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