Graveside service for Eric Wade Neal, age 65, of Smyrna, TN, will be held at 1 PM on Tuesday, February, 14, 2023, at Riverview Memorial Gardens with Bro. Don Russell officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Eric was born on October 31, 1957, in Franklin County, TN, to the late Ross Dudley Neal and Imogene Farris Neal. He retired from Nissan in 2020 after 38 years of service. Mr. Neal was of the Baptist faith. He passed away on February 10, 2023, at Stonecrest Medical Center in Smyrna, TN.
Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Sharon Sandlin Neal; daughter, Stephanie (Adam) Wilson of Clarksville, TN; son, Joseph Neal of Smyrna, TN; granddaughters, Sadie and Sydney Wilson; brother, Darrell (Candi) Neal of Fayetteville; sister, Lori Nichols of Winchester, TN; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Eric Wade Neal.
5 Comments To "Eric Wade Neal"
#1 Comment By David Long On February 11, 2023 @ 9:02 pm
Just wanted to express my condolences to Sharon and the family. Eric was a good man. To be able to leave such a legacy to his family is a dear treasure we all should strive to achieve.
#2 Comment By James Buttrey On February 12, 2023 @ 8:37 pm
It was a pleasure to work with him. A great friend.
#3 Comment By John Spencer On February 12, 2023 @ 11:43 pm
, I worked with Big E as we called him and he was always very kind & thoughtful he was truly a good Man .
#4 Comment By Brenda Coble On February 13, 2023 @ 10:35 am
Sharon, I was saddened to hear of your sweet husband passing away. When I met him and your son at the auction, I was taken by his kindness. Just know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you during this hard time in your life..
Brenda Jennings Coble
#5 Comment By Jerry G. McKinney On February 16, 2023 @ 1:01 pm
Sharon, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I always enjoyed seeing him and you at auctions as he always had a smile.
Cherish his memory and God Bless and comfort you all.