Jerry Neal

Jerry Neal, age 74, of Marion, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023 in his home surrounded by his family.

Jerry was born on March 30, 1948, in Marion, Indiana, the son of the late Paul Neal and June (Cook) Trotter.  He married Bonnie Jean Prather on November 22, 1964, and she survives.  He was the owner/car salesman at A-1 Autos in Marion. 

In addition to his wife, he is also survived by two sons, Jerry (Lorrie) Neal, Jr., and Jeff (Amanda) Clymer; daughters, Shelly (Jason) Straw, Kelly Huffman, and Tammy (Jefferson) Verdin; two brothers, Paul Neal and Frank Neal; grandchildren, Heather Neal, Cory Neal, Madison Neal, Kyle Brewer, Amy Brewer, Buster Verdin, Kailey Verdin, Brittany Verdin, Collin Clymer and Damien Clymer; and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was also preceded in death by a brother, Richard Neal, and a grandson, Robert H. “Bobby” Pauley.

Arrangements are entrusted to Raven Choate Robinson Funeral Home, 1202 W. Kem Road, Marion, Indiana.  Private Services will be held. 

Burial will follow funeral services in Riverside Cemetery, Gas City, Indiana.

Memorial contributions can be made to Help the Hopeful; or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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