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Michael Neal Obituary
Mike married Kay Neal in 1979 and spent all his professional career practicing law in Memphis. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, brother, Patrick David Neal, and wife of 29 years, Kay Neal.
After Mike's retirement, he enjoyed cooking, photography, and traveling with his longtime partner of 15 years, Helen Couch.
Mike is survived by his sons, Patrick Woodson Neal and Jonathan Beckett Neal (Catie), granddaughter, Lollie Neal, sister, Glenda Priola, nephew, Marty Priola (Melissa) and niece, Nicole Priola.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 19 at Canale Funeral Directors. His family will receive guests at 2 P.M. with a service to follow at 3 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the charity of the donor's choice.
The family would like to thank Mike's caregiver, Melissa Johnson, who provided care and support to Mike in his final months.
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Hickman Ewing Jr.
March 13, 2025
Blessings to Mike's family. Mike and I were at Memphis State Law School and in the U.S. Attorney's Office together. He was a very good member of our team which handled lots of tough cases.
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