Obituary of Frank Neece

Frank E. Neece, 60, went home to be with the Lord March 15, 2015. A beloved husband, wonderful father and true man of God, Frank was born on January 6, 1955 in Lewisburg, Tennessee. He worked at CSX Transportation as a Director in the Mechanical department for 40 years, with plans to retire in April. Frank faithfully served his Savior. Through the years Frank served in numerous areas of his church. He especially enjoyed being an usher. Frank was an active member of The Gideon's International and served on the Board of Directors of Sidewalk Funday School as well as the weekly activities of the ministry, an outreach to children in lower income neighborhoods.

Frank is survived by Beth, his devoted wife of nineteen years, daughters Amy and Abby, who were the apple of his eye; parents Floyd and Patsy of Franklin, Tennessee; brothers Jimmy (Carol) of Fruitcove, Florida and Justin (Michelle) of Franklin, Tennessee as well as 2 nieces and a nephew.

The family will receive visitors tonight (Wednesday) from 5:00 - 7:00 at Arlington Funeral Home. Funeral services for Frank will be held Thursday, March 19 at First Baptist Church downtown at 11:00 in the Hobson Auditorium, with interment to follow in the Arlington Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Gideon's International or Sidewalk Funday School.

Arrangements are under the care of ARLINGTON FUNERAL HOME, 6920 Lone Star Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32211 (904)724-6384. Please sign Frank's online guestbook at www.arlingtonparkfuneralhome.com