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William Bill Lorien Neal

1948 - 2023

William Bill Lorien Neal obituary, 1948-2023, Houston, TX

BORN

1948

DIED

2023

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4910 Willowbend Blvd

Houston, Texas

William Neal Obituary

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William Bill Lorien Neal
July 27, 1948
June 14, 2023

William "Bill" Lorien Neal, Jr. of Houston, TX & Colorado Springs, CO went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 14, 2023. Bill was born on July 27th, 1948, in Houston, TX. Bill graduated from Spring Branch High School in 1966 & attended the University of Texas. On Oct. 23, 1976, Bill married Paula Perritt, & they had a wonderful marriage of 46 years. He loved his family, friends, pets, live music & collecting classic cars. Bill had a successful career in manufacturing, real estate and as an auctioneer. In the late 70's Bill, Paula, & Paula's brother Tom Perritt, owned Rainbow Plastics Mfg. In 1998 Bill & Paula moved to Colorado Springs and began their auction journey as the owners of Ross Auction. In 2016, when Bill & Paula retired, their nephews Thomas & Jason Langeland continued the family legacy. Bill is survived by his wife, Paula, nephews, Thomas & Jason, & by numerous nieces, nephews, & cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Nevelyne Potenza, Mother & Father in-law Neil & Ellouise Perritt, and Brother-In-law Tom Perritt. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on June 20, 2023, at 1:00 pm at Spring Branch High School 9016 Westview Dr. Houston TX, 77055. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to CANCARE.

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 17, 2023.

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Lisa Gallion

June 10, 2024

The best things in life are the people we love the places we've been and the memories made along the way.
I was blessed to have been Bill's friend, employee and in attendance for the many good, and sometimes wild antics!
Bill and Paula Neal are truly the Best of the Best in my life.
Bill, miss you I do, Paula love you I will for all of my days. Lisa Gallion

Donna Parker

June 24, 2023

I had been thinking about Bill and wondering where he was. Working at MD Anderson, I would patients on a regular basis and after drawing their blood month after month after month there is a connection. It was only today I found out my friend had passed. This is the part of my job that is most difficult. Bill and I would chat long after his blood draw was over. What a sweet, dear man and I will miss seeing him, those bright tennis shoes and matching shirts. What a treasure he was. Thanks for all the laughs friend. Xoxo-Donna ( your phlebotomist at MDA)

Anneliese Kemper

June 23, 2023

Our condolences to Paula and Thomas. So sorry to hear about Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Anneliese and Craig

Loretta J, Martin

June 21, 2023

I am greatly saddened to learn of Bill's passing. He and Paula always made going to Ross Auction a special event and I enjoyed being in their beautiful home many times.

Deb and Frank Crosby

June 19, 2023

Dear Paula, Jason and Thomas, I am sad to hear the news of Bills passing. Bill taught me all about the workings of an auction and I became a regular for many years of Ross Auction House. He was always full of humor and sillyness that kept us entertained while we bid away on things we really didn't need! Please accept our sincere sympathy and love!
Deb and Frank Crosby

Lisa Gallion

June 17, 2023

I have many special memories Bill was my employer, friend and saw me through much of my own grief. I shall never forget the love Bill showed me. He is in a much better place now, I will miss him dearly until we meet again in the presence of our Lord and Savior.

Judy Burgin

June 17, 2023

Bill and I were classmates, neighbors and friends since the 3rd grade. In adulthood, we continued our friendship with Bill and Paula! You´ll be missed, Bill. Paula, sending sincere condolences and warm hugs.
Judy (Allen, Fogarty) Burgin

Cal and Lisa Conley

June 17, 2023

Bill was a long time customer at the detail shop we owned, and we always looked forward to visiting with him

Orville Vaughn

June 17, 2023

I was very sadden to see Bill had passed. He was one of my true best friends in my teen years. I just wish I would have talked to him before his passing. I never had the pleasure to meet you his wonderful wife. I hope he shared some of his fondest memories of him and me during our teen years as friends. I have always thought of him through my life even though we were apart. You have my deepest condolences .

Lisa T

June 17, 2023

Paula and family-
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I did not know you personally, but I enjoyed seeing Bill at the Ross Auction. He was always so friendly and put a smile on my face. I was never much of a big spender but he always made me feel valued as a customer anyway.

Take care and focus on the good memories.

Robert & Carolyn Hook

June 17, 2023

Fond memories of knowing Bill(and Paula) at Faith Assembly, our church in Houston. Praying for the family.

Marsha Robertson

June 16, 2023

"Byall, was what so lovingly called my friend, Bill . Many years of fun and laughter we shared ! Mr. Byall took very good care of his "Flock", Friends ! Full of laughter, fun and generosity equals Sweet Paula´s Man ! My arms reach out to you, Paula and Family. Do a few belly laughs and tell some of the stories that none of us will ever forget ! R.I.P.

John Singletary

June 16, 2023

I got to know Bill when he owned Rainbow Manufacturing. Once we realized we were both Spring Branch Bears we hit it off. I always enjoyed my conversations I had with Bill and we had a great time on this bay fishing trip. My thoughts and prayers to the family.

Gary Lockhart

June 16, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

William l. Gay

June 16, 2023

remembering 1966 Bill Neill and Tim Bee were guest at my parents home in New Orleans for Mardi Gra. I do believe they are remembered in the French Quarter. Bill gay

Pam Haymes Graham

June 16, 2023

The Spring Branch High School Class of 1966 will miss him. We send our deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Jean-Marie and Teever

June 16, 2023

Bill, we had so much fun when we were together. We will miss you!!!
Thank you for all the fun and love.
Jean-Marie and Teever

Connie Anderson Hanson-Taylor

June 16, 2023

Bill was a very kind person. I remember him well, since we were classmates. May his family find comfort during this time; with the loss of this special man.

Tommy F. Dunn

June 16, 2023

Rest well eternally my friend. Your work here on earth is done. Honored to have called you my brother. Much love to Paula and the family. Tommy F. Dunn

Lynda Ables

June 16, 2023

The Spring Branch High School Class of 1976 wish to extend their condolences. "Once a Bear, Always a Bear"

Jose Araujo

June 16, 2023

Thank you, Mr. Bill, for all the great memories we shared together, the fantastic dinners, parties, live music (rock, blues and country) all around Colorado. Thank you for sharing your passion and knowledge of classic vehicles, going for rides in the 65 Mustang and later on working on your 70 Suburban, among many other projects. I appreciated the time you shared with me whether it was business, music, cars, bourbon, drives or just spending quality time together. I will miss our conversations on the phone just catching up since the last time we spoke. I know that you are in a better place now.
Love you forever,
Jose Araujo

Lindsey Erin White

June 16, 2023

Thank you Uncle Bill for all the special moments that we shared...the delicious meals (many of which you prepared for us), the Tony´s margaritas, the fantastic blues music, and the many life lessons and stories you´ve shared over the years...
Life will not be the same without you, but I know that you´re with God and that I´ll see you again someday!
Love you lots,
Lindsey

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