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Frances Neal Obituary
After living in San Francisco, CA while Richard completed Dental School from 1958-1962, they moved to Lodi, CA to establish their home and raise a family. She and Richard raised three children and have five grandchildren.
She was a loving mother, grandmother and accomplished realtor, selling homes in the Lodi area for over 30 years. She was also an avid tennis, golf and piano player. She taught piano lessons for many years out of her home.
Frances is survived by her children, David (Beth), Dina (Ken) and Dan (Karen); grandchildren, Ryan and Jacob Neal, Christy, Connor and Jonathan Wood. She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Violet McNichol; her sister, Birdie Cloak; and husband, Richard Neal.
A graveside service will be held November 26, 2021 at 1pm at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi..
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lodi Memorial Hospital Foundation, 845 S. Fairmont Ave, Suite 3, Lodi, CA 95240.
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for Frances Neal
John Loudaros
August 27, 2025
I had the pleasure of working with Fran for a few years when I first went into real estate. She was an incredible lady, tenacious, and an honest realtor. May she rest in peace
Patrick Staight
December 30, 2024
She was my Elementary school music teacher's older sister.
My teacher Ms. "Birdie" Cloak once said: My sister was the brilliant, gifted one, and I was the one who was always making things up and goofing off.
Doctor Unstoppable
December 30, 2024
She was my Elementary school music teacher's older sister.
My teacher, Ms. Cloak, once said: "My parents gave my sister and me piano lessons, and I hated it,"
"My sister was the brilliant, gifted one, and I was the one who was always making things up" and goofing off.
I would love to know more about Frances Neal and her family (619.361.1024).
Kerry & Tammy Suess
November 27, 2021
Fran was a devoted wife and mother, but I knew her best as a terrific Realtor. I was blessed to work closely with her for many years. Her dedication to her clients was inspiring. Fran had a great sense of humor and she was tireless in all she did. Thank you Fran for your example. It was an honor to work with you. Rest in peace.
Kori Steele and JoAnn Steele
November 26, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Your mother was so important to my childhood. She set a beautiful example on being a woman, mother and friend.
Amy sawyer
November 23, 2021
What a Beautiful Strong and Caring Women who was a strength that helped so many in her community and in the town of Lodi I shall miss her .My our Lord God Be with her family at this difficult time
Don and Martha Stracke
November 23, 2021
May God bless your family at this difficult time. Keep your loving memories in your heart.
Michelle Crane
November 21, 2021
I'm so very sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful lady. Heaven has gained a Angel
karensorensen
November 20, 2021
My thoughts are with all the Family at the loss of Fran. She was a special Lady! Hold on to all your memories.
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