Justin Ross (Peanut) Neal

Justin Ross Neal “Peanut”, age 40, of Sanford, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024 at Central Carolina Hospital.

He was born in Lee County to David Ross Neal and the late Patricia Jane Harrison Neal.  In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by grandparents Roy and Elsie Neal and Wilfred and Ethel Harrison; step-grandmother Elizabeth Neal and best friend Jeff Hickman.  Justin attended Wake Technical Community College where he received a degree in computer science.  One of Justin’s passions was coaching kids thru the Upward Basketball program at First Baptist Church – he loved kids. He was an avid Tarheel and Cubs fan, and all things sports.  Justin was a member of Tramway Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon.  His love for his family, faith and his Lord and Savior will be his legacy.

Justin is survived by his father David Neal; brother Wesley Neal (Amanda) of Raleigh ; sister April Smith of Sanford; niece and nephews Kenah Starr Smith, Mason Gregory Neal and Noah Grant Neal; a special aunt who was like a mother Gwyn Sandlin and many other aunts, uncles and cousins who loved him dearly.

The family will receive friends on Friday, November 29, 2024 at Tramway Baptist Church from 1:00 PM until 2:50 PM.  The funeral service will follow at 3:00 PM with Rev. Jacob Peterson officiating.  Entombment will be in Lee Memory Gardens Chapel Mausoleum.

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