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Eleanor Neal Obituary

Eleanor Barker Neal, 67, of Richmond, died Saturday, April 2, 2005. She is survived by her immediate family, husband, Thornton Jennett Neal; daughter, Elizabeth Neal Caudill and husband, David Michael Caudill of Richmond; son, Philip Hawkins Neal and companion, Reginald C. Fairchild of New York City; grandchildren, Madison Elizabeth Caudill and Thornton Reid Caudill. A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 7, 2005 at 1 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, 1205 W. Franklin Street. A private interment will follow in Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. James Episcopal Church or to an arts foundation of your choice.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Apr. 3, 2005.

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Shannon Harrington

April 4, 2005

My deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of Eleanor. Eleanor was an inspiration. Her zeal for living was apparent in everything she did. I looked up to her as a role model and as a friend. She will be missed.

Craig Margolis

April 3, 2005

Phillip,



I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She is a true supporter of the arts and a wonderful women. My are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Steve and Georganne Long

April 3, 2005

Georganne and I send our deepest sympathy to the family of Eleanor. She was a remarkably brave woman of positive energy who always brought pleasant memories and thoughts whenever we saw her.

Jane Ryan

April 3, 2005

Rick and Lynda join me in expressing our deepest sympathy to you, Thornton, and Elizabeth, Philip and family. Since the days of our youth, Eleanor and I have enjoyed a wonderful friendship and she will be deeply missed.



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