Conesus: March 12, 2009 at age 80 years. Predeceased by his wife Leslie Thomas July 9, 2008. Neal was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Neal is survived by his daughters; Kathie Henderson of Homosassa, FL, and Karin (Larry) Fugle of Livonia, NY. Sons; Timothy (Shelly) Thomas of Canisteo, NY, and Joseph (Sara) Thomas of Fairport, NY. Grandchildren; Dawn Bowman, Todd Clinton, Jay Kiefer, Trisha (Phil) Ranck, Ryan (Carie) Fugle, Jason Thomas, Geoffrey Thomas, Madelyn Thomas, four great-grandchildren and sister Edna Carey of St. Petersburg, FL. Neal, a Livonia High School Graduate, was a lifetime member of the Livonia Fire Department with over 50 years of service, an original member of the Livonia Ambulance Squad, a loyal “Kodak Man” for 38 years, and devoted father and mentor. Neal was very proud of his involvement in the Conesus United Church community and loved camping, hunting, baseball, gardening, and his little dog Maggie.

The family invites friends to join them for calling hours at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Rte 15&20a, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia, on Saturday, March 14, 2009 from 2-6PM. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2009 at 4PM at the Conesus United Church, 6199 S. Livonia Rd., Conesus, NY 14435. A reception will follow the service in the fellowship hall. Contributions may be made to the Livonia Volunteer Fire Department, 4213 S. Livonia Rd., Livonia, NY 14487 or the Conesus United Church, PO Box 129, Conesus, NY 14435. To send a condolence or for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.