BORN

1937

DIED

2017

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Cullman, Alabama

Neil Rainwater Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 14, 2017.

Neil Ed Rainwater died June 13, 2017 at the age of 80. He was born January 23, 1937 in Cullman, Alabama to William Ewell Rainwater and Grace Crawford Rainwater. His parents, a sister Doris, and two brothers Milton and Lynn preceded him in death. He is survived by a cousin/”sister” Joanne Moore, a daughter Dana, two sons Neil Ed II (Pam) and Clark (Dayla), four grandchildren Ashleigh (Hinton), Sam (McKenzie), Kelsey, and Tucker, and two great-grandchildren Isabella and Luca. In lieu of flowers, Neil wanted donations to be made to Hamby’s Chapel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 247, Eva, Alabama 35621 or a charity of choice. Family visitation will be Friday, June 16, 2017, 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Moss Funeral Home. The funeral will be Saturda,y June 17, 2017, 1:00 pm at Moss Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Cullman Heritage Cemetery.

The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the following healthcare providers involved with our dad’s treatment: Cullman Internal Medicine, Morningside, Woodland Haus, Westminster, Hanceville Nursing & Rehab, and Hospice of Cullman County.

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June 16, 2017

I have fond memories of Neil back to St. Bernard College. He also was instrumental in my getting a job in the Accounting Department at Chemstrand (Monsanto) in 1965. Over the years, we stayed in contact and was always the same day in and day out. A true friend to me for many, many years.

June 16, 2017

Neil and I go back to St. Bernard College in the late 1950's. In 1965 there was an opening in the Accounting Department at Chemstrand in Decatur, Al. and Neil suggested that I apply for it. The rest is history and I went to work shortly thereafter and I know without a shadow of a doubt that Neil was instrumental in my getting the job. He was truly a good co-worker and friend over many, many years. He will truly be missed.

Jerry C. Smith
Cullman, Al.

June 16, 2017

Pedro Carulo

I always enjoy the friendship with Neil, a good coworker and friend. Remember the time that He let me put a joke on his daughter after coming back from Fla, and also the times that asked him about going on vacation and he always said that he can't because he has to take care of the cows; my response was: let the bull take care of the cows when you are on vacation. My condolences to the entire family. Pedro

June 15, 2017

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PETER CLARKE

Fond memories of the time we spent at Monsanto plant in Decatur.
I still have the Stetson Neil gave me 30 years ago. Rarely worn these days but a great memory item.
Rest in peace my friend.

June 14, 2017

Ron Seybold

Neil was a true Lion's Lion! He wholeheartedly believed in the principles of Lionism and spent the majority of his life serving others and giving back to the community. He will definitely be missed by the Cullman Lions Club. Clark, I will be out of town this weekend but you and all of the family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort during this period of grief. Rest assured that Neil is in a much better place and is at peace with his Heavenly Father. God bless your family.

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