Rev. Marvin Neal

Obituary For Rev. Marvin Neal

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Marvin Neal was born in Peoria, Illinois, on May 29,1961, to Percy Neal, Sr. and Florence Kyles Neal, who preceded him in death. Marvin passed away on Tuesday morning, June 14, 2022, after a battle with cancer, surrounded by his immediate family.

Growing up in Peoria, Marvin was a member of New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. He attended Manual High School, where he excelled in various sports and was known for his outstanding athletic achievements. He is remembered as #22 for the Manual HighSchool Rams.

He was awarded a football scholarship to the University of Wisconsin (still wearing the #22) and had a stellar athletic career, winning four letters and scoring the first touchdown in the Wisconsin Badgers’ memorable upset of top-ranking Michigan in the 1981 season opener. Marvin graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Arts degree. In 1988, Marvin acknowledged his calling to Christian ministry. He earned the Bachelor of Theology degree summa cum laude in 1992 from American Baptist College. He later enrolled in the Vanderbilt University Divinity School to further prepare for ministry, pursuing the Master of Divinity degree. He is survived by his loving family, including his devoted wife of nearly 37 years, Sherri.

Public visitation, Thursday, June 23,2022 , 3-7 p.m. with Omega Psi Phi Ceremony to follow. Family visitation, Friday, June 24, 2022 11-12pm with Funeral service to follow, all will be held at Westwood Baptist Church-University Center, 2510 Albion Street, Nashville TN. Pastor Barton Harris. Due to limited seating capacity and COVID precautions, it is highly encouraged that you join the funeral service via livestream. http://www.westwoodbcuc.org. Masks will be required at the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests you consider a donation to American Baptist College. For more information visit:https://abcnash.edu/give/

Smith Funeral Directors Inc (615)726-1476

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