Neil Doggett's Obituary
Neil Doggett, age 83 of Numa, died Monday, October 23, 2006 at the Mercy Medical Center in Centerville, Iowa.
Neil was a devoted son, a loving husband, a caring father and grandfather, and a loyal friend. In his youth and into manhood, he loved to hunt and trap with his father. An avid fisherman, he entertained family and friends on countless summer nights with stories by the campfire.
After a short stint in a support plant in Omaha, Nebraska, he left to serve in the United States Navy during WWII. Following the war he brought his dear Mary, back home to raise a family. He worked for several years at the Seymour Cleaners and later became owner and operator of the business. When permanent press garments forced him to close his doors he went to work at the McGraw-Edison plant in Centerville. His ability to ""fix anything that is broke"" served him well. When the plant moved on, Neil went to work at Carter Water where he remained until hi retirement.
As a member of the Numa United Methodist church, he served for years as the song leader, church superintendent and lawn keeper. When the church was demolished, the bell that rang so many Sundays came to rest at this home. A dedicated member of the Numa American Legion Post 726 Neil reaffirmed his love of country and fellow man by his unselfish service.
Following retirement, you could find him playing cards, visiting with friends, or following his beloved San Francisco Giants. He spent countless hours helping those who could not help themselves. He never met a stranger and he was never at a loss for words. He loved to garden, working long hours even when his health compromised his mission. What he raised, he gave away to family and friends. ""Hubbell's"" laughter, kindness and generosity will long be remembered.
Neil is survived by his wife, Mary; three children, Margaret Irene Carter of Lincoln NE, Dennis Neil (Sherri) Doggett of Seymour, IA, Denise (Randy) Eddy of Centerville, Iowa; seven grandchildren, Amy (Rick) Allen of Redondo Beach, CA, Emily (Tony) Walsh of Iowa City, IA, Ty Doggett and his wife (Mindy) of Waukee, IA, Kari Camenisch of Ames, IA, Morgan (Clint) Collins of Bondurant, IA, Shannon and Rachel Eddy both of Centerville, IA; five great grandchildren, Dylan Walsh, Porter Doggett, Jordan Collins, Ava Collins and Cael Camenisch. Neil was preceded in death by his parents; and a son, Alan Doggett.
Funeral services will be held 1PM Thursday, October 26, 2006 at the Thomas Lange Funeral Home with Pastor Dianne Christopher officiating. Interment will follow at Numa Cemetery. A visitation will be held all day Wednesday, October 25, 2005 at the funeral home with the family present from 6-8PM. A memorial has been established to the Numa Cemetery Association and may be left at or mailed to the Thomas Lange Funeral Home, 1900 S. 18th St., Centerville, IA 52544.
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