Neil S. Searcy
December 28, 2012
Neil Searcy, 74, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2012, while under hospice care at Kavanagh on 56th Street.
Neil was born in Waterloo, Iowa, on November 21, 1938, the son of Prince and Nancy (Wilhoite) Searcy. He married Patricia Muncey on July 29, 1960, in Waterloo. Neil retired on December 1, 2012, from the insurance industry after 51 years of service. He loved to fish and play poker. Neil enjoyed traveling to Florida with his family. He was a very kind and gentle man who put his family before himself.
Neil will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Patricia; daughter, Christine (Jim) Jones; son, Steven (Pati) Searcy; grandchildren, Jeff Jones and Brandon, Madison and Rachel Searcy; and his niece and nephew.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister.
According to Neil’s wishes, no services will be held.
Condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Dick Wulf
12/30/2012
I knew and worked with Neil for many years.There are so many wonderful things to mention in describing him. His integrity, work ethic, and his profound sensitivity to others were models for me so many, many times. People could share anything with him and never feel judged in any way. One of the most knowledgeable and perceptive people I've ever known. He was my long time best buddy and I will miss him for a long time to come. Our thoughts are with Pat and family.
James Gastineau
12/30/2012
I had the honor and priveldge of working with Neil on almost a daily basis for the past 13 years, and in that time learned a great deal from him. He was a great mentor and good man. I will miss him.
Mark and Lindy Lemon, Mason City
12/30/2012
As sole- proprietor convenience store owners, we interacted with Neil over a period of five years during the roll-out of Iowa's tank program. We will be forever grateful for his kind and patient manner in guiding us during a very stressful and uncertain time. A true gentleman.
Mike Fox
12/30/2012
Had the privilege of getting to know Neil and working with him - over the last 5 years. What a great person - who had a tremendous impact on the Insurance Industry as well as with his co-workers at GAB. He will be missed by all.
Roy Traeger
12/30/2012
Our thoughts go out to Pat and her family. I have known Neil since 1968. We both worked for GAB in various positions over the years, One of the best things about being friends with Neil was that he made everyone around him better. It is impossible to put into words the importance of Neil's friendship and how much he meant to me. He positively influenced my life in countless ways and I wouldn't be the person I am today if we had never met. I will miss him
Steve and Kathy Rehmann
12/30/2012
I always considered Neil to be far more than a coworker and a boss. Above all, he was a true friend and someone always extending a helping hand. He will be missed.
Kelly & Libby Snow
12/29/2012
Sorry for your loss, ours thoughts are with your family during this time.
Bret & Nancy Peterson
12/28/2012
It has been an honor to have known Neil. Our love and thoughts go out to Pat, Chris, Steve and their families.