- Date Of Birth: September 10, 1951
- Date Of Death: September 5, 2016
- State: Indiana
It is with a heavy heart and tear-filled eyes that we post that William (Bill) T. Neal, Jr., 64, passed away on September 5, 2016. His family was by his side, at his home, when he peacefully drifted off to be with the Lord. Bill was born on September 10, 1951 in Batesville, Indiana to the late William T. and Opal (Robertson) Neal, Sr. He graduated from Jac-Cen-Del Jr.-Sr.
Bill embodied a true entrepreneurial spirit. He was a hard worker who strived for perfection; as a result, he accomplished much success during his career. He opened his first business in 1973, Heritage Homes, a mobile home retail company. In 1978, he went to work for Versailles Motors while obtaining his real estate license. In 1979, he took a broker position with Meisberger & Associates and while there received top sales honors. Bill then started Heritage Realty and Construction Company in 1983.
From a civic stand-point, Bill felt he had been blessed to have lived in such an amazing community. Throughout his lifetime, he tried to give back by serving on various philanthropic boards and organizations. He was a leader of Boy Scout Troup 638 from 1973 to 1978 and chaired the committee for years after.
Aside from his work and civic duties, Bill had a vast array of hobbies. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Following a 30 year tradition, he was able to travel to Michigan this past Fourth of July for one last family fishing trip. He believed in land conservation as he partnered with the USDA and DNR on various soil and wetland conservation projects.
However, the greatest testament to his life came from the admiration he had for and received from his family and friends. Bill was a loyal person and a straightforward advisor. Once in his circle, his love for you was unwavering. He spent 46 plus years with the love of his life, with whom together, raised three children and spoiled five grandchildren, whom he totally adored. He also deeply cared about everyone else in his extended family and cherished his friends. Although his life was cut a bit shorter than what he would have preferred, he knew he had lived a good one and had been blessed. He believed in God and was content to know his legacy would live on through his family and friends.
