Lynne J. Neal

Lynne Joyce (Jenkins) Neal, 78, of Otsego, passed away of natural causes surrounded by loved ones on Friday, November 29, 2019.

Lynne was born in Boise, Idaho, the daughter of Earl and Ina Jenkins. She lived in several different states until she settled to southwest Michigan in 1969. She worked as a caretaker for the young and elderly, and was a proud mother of five daughters. She was married for 58 years to Donald Neal.

Lynne was a talented artist with a beautiful skill in painting. Outside of her art she enjoyed bowling, golfing, and spending time in nature. Her family will cherish their memories canoeing and camping in the boundary waters of Minnesota.

She is survived by former husband Donald Neal; daughters Terri Reeber, Julie (Dan) Andrus, Lora (Lyle) Whisler, Stephanie (Scott) Richardson, and Michelle (Christopher) Boulter; sister Leslie Jenkins; grandchildren Brian (Michelle) Johnson, Kenneth Johnson, Autumn (Gregory) McKeown, Alex (Amelia) Johnson, Karrah Richardson, Faith Boulter, Brennan Richardson, Sydney Boulter, Piper Boulter, and Payne Boulter; and many step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and step-great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents Earl Jenkins and Ina (Lewis) Jenkins; brother, Leroy Jenkins; and grandson Neal Reeber.

According to her wishes cremation has taken place.

Contributions in memory of Lynne may be made to the Humane Society.

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Steve and Linda

November 30, 2019 at 2:01 pm

We are sorry for your loss, but she has earned her beautiful angel wings!! Hugs and love from the Leafdale clan.

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Shelley Kling

November 30, 2019 at 2:31 pm

Sorry for your loss

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PJ (Earl) Olevenicj

November 30, 2019 at 2:51 pm

Love You All❤!!! So sorry for your loss!!! Call if I can help in any way!!!

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PJ (Earl) Olevenick

November 30, 2019 at 2:54 pm

Love You All❤!!! So sorry for your loss!!! Call if I can help in any way!!!

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Patricia King

November 30, 2019 at 7:14 pm

Sorry for your loss. Prayers are with all of the family.

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Lori Burrows

November 30, 2019 at 8:57 pm

Lora and family – there are never any words that can quite express the condolences I want to send. You will all be in my prayers and thoughts- I am so sorry for your loss.

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Peggy(Neal) Ford

November 30, 2019 at 9:04 pm

To my dear brother and his family. I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fine memories of Lynne my prayers are with you all.God Bless

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The Waters

December 1, 2019 at 10:42 am

Sorry to hear of your mom/grandma passing. Wishing you peace in your hearts. ❤️

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The Lovelys

December 1, 2019 at 11:38 am

We knew Lynn through her wonderful daughter’s and Don Neal. Spent a lot of time with them and Lynn.

Playing softball, golfing with the family, even a couple houseboat trip. We always enjoyed our time with them.

Lynn Neal will be missed. Prayers to the family. We love you all.

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Don and Kathi Jankowski

December 1, 2019 at 7:28 pm

So sorry to hear of Lynne’s passing. Please accept our prayers and condolences.

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Michelle

December 2, 2019 at 8:33 pm

Love you mom! You will be missed terribly! I hope you have found peace and comfort. God bless!

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Pat Newcomb

December 3, 2019 at 10:09 am

Lynne, Marsha and I were one year apart -childhood memories so numerous. We had a beautiful early childhood in Boise with grandparents, aunts & uncles, siblings and lots of cousins. We were loved and protected. I am so thankful for the precious early-years memories. Rest well dear cousin.

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Leslie Anne Jenkinss

December 3, 2019 at 8:44 pm

My sister was one of most important people in my life. I wrote this already, I have always love, love you noe, & Will always love you. Please don’t delete this one as you did the last one. Lynne always knew how much I loved her. Her loving sister Leslie Anne Jenkins

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Leslie Anne Jenkinss

December 3, 2019 at 8:52 pm

My sister was one of most important people in my life. I wrote this already, I have always love, love you noe, & Will always love her. Lynne always knew how much I loved her. Her loving sister Leslie Anne Jenkins

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Stephanie

December 4, 2019 at 9:03 am

Mom may you be free of your pain and suffering. I will always cherish our good memories together.

Love Stephanie

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