Judith Ann McNeal

August 31, 1943 - November 3, 2019

Judith Ann (Eddy) McNeal, 76, of Alliance, and formerly of Sebring, surrounded by the love of her family, was re-united with the love of her life, Herbie, after a courageous fifteen year battle with cancer on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 11:00 am at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. She was born on August 31, 1943 in Moundsville, West Virginia to Truman and Mary (Echols) Eddy. She followed those Country Roads to Ohio with her family when she was five and has lived in the area ever since. A 1961 graduate of Alliance High School, Judy was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, the Funtastics, and the Alliance Senior Center. She was a volunteer for many years at B.L. Miller Elementary School in Sebring. Judy was a secretary at Henschen Motor Co., Weldlock/Strapx and retired from Americana Art China Co. in 2003 to become a full-time grandmother. Judy enjoyed finding deals at garage sales, hunting and raising beagles with her husband. Together they raised three field champions. She was an avid reader, but her favorite part of life was spending time with the family she cherished. Whether it was making memories on special trips or at home, she loved every minute she had with them. Survivors include her daughter, Leann (Joie) Laure of Alliance; her grandson and Godson, Macagey Laure of Alliance; a brother, Jarold Eddy of Alliance; and many beloved nieces, nephews and friends. Preceding her in death was her husband of 39 years, Herbert Lee McNeal, whom she married on October 5, 1967 and who died on November 23, 2006; two sisters, Janice Shively and Mary Underwood; and her parents. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Very Rev. Canon Matthew J. Mankowski, as celebrant. Burial will immediately follow at Damascus Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Judith McNeal Education Scholarship Fund to benefit students entering into the field of Education. You are invited to view Judith's tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories at www.sharerfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.