Donald L. "Don" McNeal, 75, of Troy, passed away 12 Noon Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He was born December 9, 1937 in Tremont City to the late Lewis and Grace (Rockerfeller) McNeal. He was married to Carolyn "Carol" Hagerman on December 7, 1961, and she survives.

Don is also survived by three daughters and son-in-law, Theresa and Sam Brake of Piqua, Jean Ann McNeal of Troy, Katina McNeal of Mexico; two sons and daughters-in-law, Rick and Carrie McNeal of Tipp City, Justin and Stephine McNeal of Sidney; one brother, David McNeal of Park Layne; two sisters and brother-in-law, Barbara and Ron Frock of Tremont City, Cathy Simpson of Springfield; fifteen grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Marilyn Baker.

Don was a 1955 graduate of Northwestern High School. He was retired from the Miami County Highway Department after 25 years of service. He enjoyed crossword puzzles, auto races, and he loved his dogs; Frazier, Sugar and Candy.

A funeral service will be held 8 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2013 at Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home, Troy with Pastor Gary Wagner officiating. Visitation will be held Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. two hours prior to the service at the funeral home