Happenings With The Neals

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

Electronic Hogu’s Are Having Problems

Electronic Hogu’s are having problems so T sits but he’s in great spirits.

Stretching, Warm Up, and National Anthem

Raising him right!!! He stands for the National Anthem and puts his hand over his heart. Honoring his Nation!!!

Taken as we were leaving the hotel

He is so excited!!! Go T-Money!!!

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

T’s Bracket

T has to fight and win 4 matches (matches are 3 one minute rounds) to bring home the gold.

Out in front of the Broward Convention Center

T weighed in this morning and weighed in at 61.3 and he had to weigh under 63.9. He was well within his weight bracket. So excited to be here. He has to report at 8:15 in the morning to the holding area. He’s been supporting his Carolina Kicks Team Mates today at the event.

Monday, July 2, 2018

Fort Lauderdale!!!

The boy had his first flight today. He was so excited and loved every minute of it. He especially loved how fast we got here compared to how long we drive when we travel. Here are some pics:

At RDU Airport waiting to board the plane.

Going down the gangway to get on the plane.

Enjoying the flight.

We arrived in Fort Lauderdale at about 6:30.

He had his devices to keep him busy on the flight.

Getting off the plane in Fort Lauderdale.

Sunday, July 1, 2018

T’s Powerade State Games Videos

Sorry it took so long to post these. We’ve been crazy busy.

Tim's 2025 Accomplishments!

Tim had a huge year in 2025, moving through three weight classes. He began in the 61 kg division and finished in the 71 kg division, with the June weight category update shifting the weight classes. Despite all the transitions, Tim made tremendous progress. He earned 4 Gold Medals, 4 Silver Medals (6 Silver finishes) & 3 Bronze Medals (4 Bronze finishes) - which were his 1st USA National Level Medals. To top all that off he is the record holder for the snatch & total in the Youth 71kg division for WSO Carolinas. A standout year filled with growth, experience, and momentum for Tim.

Heaven Gained a Hero Aug. 16, 1935 to May 16, 2024 - 88 years old

It's hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember. Pop (Franklin Eugene Neal) was born in Ashland, KY. He graduated Thomas R. Brown High School and was a proud Army National Guard Veteran. He loved cars and working on them. He loved racing them with his boys, Jeff and Scot. He could fix just about anything. If he didn't have a tool for something then he'd make it. He valued family above everything. He loved traveling and going to amusement parks with his kids and grandkids, especially Disney World. He will forever be missed and forever be in our hearts! (this is not his official Obit)

Doris Jean Stergeon "Nan" Neal

Doris Jean Stergeon Neal, 88, of Ashland, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025 surrounded by family. Born June 13, 1937, to James B. and Opal McDowell Stergeon, Doris was a 1955 graduate of Thomas R. Brown High School, where she met the love of her life, Franklin Neal, who preceded her in death in 2024. Married for over 70 years, Doris and Frank built a life centered on love and family, raising their three children: Elaine, Jeffrey, and Scot. A devoted member of Faith Christian Assembly, Doris cherished homemaking, gardening, floral arranging, crocheting, and reading. Above all, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother—always her family’s biggest cheerleader. She is survived by her 3 children, her 5 grandchildren, and her 5 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her 2 brothers, along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family.