She was a homemaker and a member of St. John's Episcopal Church.
Survivors include her husband, Robert T. Neel; three sons, Robert T. Neel Jr. of Little Rock, Joseph B. Neel of Breckenridge, Colo., and Michael D. Neel of Memphis; a brother, Frank Brunner Jr. of Marked Tree; and seven grandchildren.
A memorial service was held Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church. Canale Funeral Directors of Memphis was in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Episcopal Center, Madonna Learning Center or a charity of the donor's choice.


