My deepest condolences to the family at this moment of great sorrow. May God be with you in this hour of need. Neal was one of the finest persons I knew. In addition to the many qualities others have noted below, he was sincere, forthright, thoughtful and a generous man. A master craftsman in his profession for whom no job was difficult. After our cat fell behind our tall bookcases one day, I asked him to build us a "cat stopper" In true Neal fashion he replied "Haven't done one of those as yet, But I will see what I can do." A special gesture given his (lack of) fondness for cats. Rest in peace my dear friend. You will never be forgotten.