Racine – Connie Lee Neal, 62, received the promise of eternal life on Sunday, January 31, 2016. He was born in Demopolis, Alabama, on September 3, 1953, son of the late Elmore and Willie (Née: Hill) Neal.
Connie was united in marriage to the former, Donna Mae Holt, on August 31, 2002, at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Racine.
Connie graduated in 1972 from John Essex High School in Alabama. He was a star athlete in basketball and football, playing on junior and varsity teams at 14 years old. He confessed to Christ at age 11 and started preaching the word at age 12 at True Vine Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Robert Pierce. Although no longer in the pulpit, Connie continued to speak the word to anyone needing encouragement through life’s struggles.
Connie had several jobs in his lifetime, but his favorite was “two turntables and a microphone”. He loved being a DJ and was known in the business as “Black Magic”. There was nothing you could ask of Connie that he wouldn’t do for you. The nickel in his pocket was yours along with the shirt he was keeping the nickel. Connie loved his family tremendously and treasured the time spent with all of them. He will be dearly missed by all who loved him.
Connie leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Donna Neal of Racine; children, Stacie Neal of Grayslake, IL, Sha-Rie (Karee) Allen of Indiana, Joseph Braggs of Kenosha, Kim Love of Racine, John Love of Long Beach, CA, Stacy Love of Racine; Kelly (Alfy) McGee of Racine; 21 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; siblings, Elmore Neal, Jr of Demopolis, AL, Dorothy (Nelson) Thurman of Oak Park, IL, Gloria Branch of Kansas City, MO, Ann (Willie) Hunter of Demopolis, AL, Charlene Harris of Demopolis, AL, Michael (Ella) Neal of Detroit, MI; special family friends, Milton and Stevland McCovery; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends too numerous to mention by name (but the love was there for all).
In addition to his parents, Connie is preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Neal.
A celebration of Connie’s life will take place on Saturday, February 6, 2016, 12:00pm, at Second Baptist Church, 3925 32nd Avenue, Kenosha. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service. In accordance with Connie’s wishes, cremation will follow the services.
The family would like to say “Thank You” to Dr. Young Choi and staff at the WFH-All Saints Cancer Center, Dr. Robert Taylor and staff in radiology, WFH Hospice nurses and staff, and the Second Baptist Church in Kenosha for the love and care given to our family during this difficult time.
ShaRie Neal Allen says
ShaRie Neal Allen says
You will never know the joy and peace you brought to my life. I have always been your baby even though I wanted to be tough. Dad you told me you talk to all of your children differently it’s not until now that I understood I am and for ever will be your baby. Wait i just except if now lol. Between me and you. You knew me inside and out i will always love you with all my heart. Love always your baby
Boykin L. Peters says
My sympathy and prayers goes out to the Donna and the entire Neal family. I will miss my dear friend, but the lord knows best, REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER!!!!
John Arthur Ellis says
My condolences and prayers for the Neal Family in the loss of Connie…whom I’ve known throughout high school. Trust in the Lord and He will give you comfort and strength.
Keayon Senter says
I just would like to take the time to say thanks for loving my son & I and always being there for us. We’ll cherish the times, laughs, talks & love shared over the years and I will do my best to ensure that your son & grandson strives to be the best men they can be & make you proud as you watch over us. Love always & forever Kiki!
John Arthur Ellis says
We, the class of 1971, of John Essex High School, Demopolis, AL send our condolences and prayers to the Neal Family. Roosevelt Owens of Mobile, AL is saying: “Rest in Peace Connie, our classmate, football team member, we’ll see you on the other side.”
Sylvia Knight says
We will miss you always
Love Aunt Moon and Pat Storey
Patti {Little Girl } Moore says
To the family. Connie will be sadly missed but never forgotten. My love prayers and thoughts will be with you all, always. Please find peace until you meet him again. Heaven has a very special angel. Connie Mother said to tell you that baby Mother loves you. Sleep on Ole Man and get your rest.
Kathy. says
I enjoyed working with Connie..He was so very happy to help anyone out..We lost another brother at Walmart. My god bless the Neal family..
Tommy Mines says
with deepest sympathy, your classmate from John Essex High school Demopolis Al, Class of 1971
Ruby Powell says
Our prayers are with the Family.Ruby,Tressie(Pinky),Lee(Shelley)and Andrei(Dre).
Ora Griffin says
To Mrs Neal and family sorry for your lost Connie will be missed he was a very nice person always smileing he would fine away to make you smile keeping your family in my prayers
Stacie Neal says
I miss you daddy 💔,
Sincerely your 1st born