Neal Robert Sidney |
| Posted 2018-01-25 by mhenderson |
| Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ >>> Published on Thursday, January 25, 2018 <<< Neal Robert Sidney of Lake Havasu City was born June 24, 1961. He died Jan. 17, 2018 following a lengthy and courageous resistance against multiple physical infirmities and complications. His psychological strength during his battle spoke volumes as to the character of this quiet, thoughtful man. Neal was named after a relative who died on the Battleship Arizona on Dec. 7, 1941. Born in Whittier, California, Neal attended school in La Habra, graduating from Sonora High School. In his family he was the middle son. In the unique position of being neither oldest nor the baby, he competed the hardest. Growing up, his many interests included photography but he really loved playing and watching sports. He was an enthusiastic basketball player. While the smallest player on the team, he hit his shots. His devotion to practice often made him the last to the dinner table, as he hated to leave the court. He was an avid water skier, enjoying boating and camping trips to Temple Bar on Lake Mead with extended family. He took pride in his lengthy endurance on the skis, outlasting everyone, and always signaling for more speed. After his exhausting efforts, he enjoyed a good grilled steak and Mexican food. Moving to Lake Havasu City in 1999, Neal’s sports enthusiasm continued when he became an avid Cardinals football fan. Otherwise, he was usually cheering for the underdog and surprisingly knowledgeable about football trivia. He joined the Walmart team in Lake Havasu City and was there 18 years until his death. He befriended and greatly enjoyed his Walmart colleagues. They became his network in his new town. He enjoyed playing Santa Claus at their functions. He is survived by his devoted mother Betty Sidney and younger brother Paul, both of Havasu; his older brother Bill of Riverside, California and his father Bill of Ontario, California; aunts Donna Ross, Judy Rey, Jennie Hayes, Vivian Coleman; nieces Vanessa and Danielle and cousins Jack and Violet. While Neal now has the best seat for his beloved football games, we will have a celebration of his life in Havasu at a later date. In lieu of flowers, quietly do something nice for someone else as he always did or make a donation to a charity of your choice. |
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