Category: General

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John Still, 92, on February 19, 2026, resident of Palm Harbor, FL and formerly Kings Mountain, NC. John Lawrence Still was born in Winston Salem, NC, son of the late Winnie Vera Mauney and Garland E. Still, brother of Christine and Garland.

A graduate of Davidson College, he received a Carnegie Fellowship for his M.A. degree from Peabody/Vanderbilt College and his Ph.D. from Florida State University. His powerful intellect, life-long curiosity, faith, and compassion informed a celebrated career in award-winning, innovative education, active civic involvement, and in raising a loving, creative family with his beloved wife, Pat who passed away in 2014.

He will be remembered for his beautiful mind, integrity, generosity, and loving kindness in all actions. His legacy continues through his four children: John, Christopher, Todd and Susan and six precious grandchildren: Hannah, Esther, Julian, Ryan, Isabelle, and Sloan.

Memorial service at 11 am on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at St. Alfred’s Episcopal Church, 1601 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 with Father Peter Lane, officiating.

Donations in his name may be made to St. Alfred’s Episcopal Church Outreach Ministries 1601 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, FL 34683. www.stalfredschurch.com. Guest Register available at www.vinsonfuneralhome.net and the Church.

Henry Whitehead Neale of Montreat, NC died peacefully in his home the morning of Saturday, February 14th, 2026. He was born on July 18th, 1940, in Richmond, VA. He was the son of the late Dr. Richard C. Neale, Sr. and Eva Whitehead Neale.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his late wife, Margaret C. Neale; his brothers, Spotswood Neale, John Neale, and James Neale; his sister, Diane Savig; his sisters-in-law, Yvonne, wife of Richard Neale, Jr. and Emma, wife of John Neale.

He is survived by his children, Leigh Neale, Jennifer Neale, Henry Neale, Jr. and wife Melia, and William Neale and wife Alaina; siblings, Richard Neale, Jr., Wirt Neale and wife Ginger, and Beverly Johnson and husband Merwyn, Donna Kelly, and Vickie Peters and husband Zayne; grandchildren, Jordan, William and Logan Kuhn, Elena and Kezha Neale-Sacks, Makena and Maggie Neale, and Maximus and Madeline Neale.

Like so many of their closest friends in Montreat, Henry and Margaret first met 65 years ago when they were camp counselors. Margaret could not resist Henry on his surfboard protecting swimmers in Lake Susan, and Henry knew he’d found his perfect match in Margaret. They were married just a few years later and began attempting to raise their four children. Dr. Neale was a devoted husband, loving father, and a dear friend to so many, especially in Montreat where caring for his many ‘patients’ over the last twenty years added tremendous purpose to his life after retirement. Professionally, Dr. Neale was determined, resourceful, and incredibly hardworking. Founding the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Cincinnati was his greatest professional achievement, and he has watched the program grow with immense pride.

Dr. Neale graduated from the McCallie School in Chattanooga and attended Davidson College before completing medical school at the Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Neale completed his general surgery residency at the University of Cincinnati, after which he pursued subspecialty training in plastic surgery at Duke University. He was encouraged by Dr. William Altemeier, the Department Chair in Cincinnati at the time, to return to Cincinnati, where he founded the Division of Plastic Surgery in 1974. He served as Chief and plastic surgery residency Program Director until his retirement in 2003. Dr. Neale trained 36 residents who have practiced in all corners of the United States. He was considered an authority on burn reconstruction of the head, neck and breast. Some highlights of his professional career include serving as Chairman of the American Board Plastic Surgery, Director of the American Board of Surgery, Editor of the Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, President of the Association of Chairman in Plastic Surgery, and President of the Mont Reid Surgical Society. Dr. Neale was an outstanding teacher and mentor for medical students, residents, and faculty in the Department of Surgery. He personally set and lived by the highest standards for clinical excellence and integrity. In true Neale fashion of giving back to the community and honoring education, Henry and his loving wife Margaret provided crucial funding for the establishment of the Henry W. and Margaret C. Neale Endowed Chair in Plastic Surgery at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine at the time of his retirement.

The Memorial Service for Dr. Neale will be held in Anderson Auditorium, in Montreat, NC, on Saturday, March 28th at 1:00PM. Charitable contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Montreat Presbyterian Heritage Center and Montreat Presbyterian Church, USA.

Harwood Home for Funerals and Cremation Services is honored to be serving the Neale family. www.harwoodhomeforfunerals.com

Victor Lee Morris, devoted husband, loyal son, engaged and proud father, faithful follower of Christ, left his earthly life for his eternal home on Tuesday, the 9th of December. Victor, a native Houstonian, was the son of Larry Walton Morris and Camille Girardey Morris and younger brother of Ned B. Morris III.

He attended Poe School, Kinkaid, and Lamar and was active as a Lamar class representative and later in planning fun things for class reunions. He was a school representative to Boys’ State in Austin. Summer led Vic to numerous camps throughout the south, both as camper and counselor. He was voted “Best Camper”.
Following high school, Vic attended Davidson College and the University of Texas. He returned to Houston to attend South Texas College of Law, of which his grandfather, Ned B. Morris, was a founder.

Vic married Alyce Lou Smith at St. Luke’s Methodist Church. His church was central to his life, and he served in many roles, including usher for over 50 years, the Board of Stewards, and assistant scoutmaster. Vic and Alyce Lou were honored to receive the St. Luke’s Distinguished Life Award. Vic worked beside sons Larry and Victor as they ultimately obtained the rank of Eagle Scout at St. Luke’s. When St. Luke’s established a marriage mentor’s program, Alyce Lou and Vic opened their home for fellowship and counseling with engaged couples.

Well known for his sense of humor and turning of a phrase, he could make people laugh and fill them with joy, making him a delight to be around.

Music was in Victor’s DNA. He could play anything on the piano, even if heard only once. Entertaining himself and others was a great joy and gift. He loved teaching others the chords to make it possible for them to play.

Victor was blessed with a happy disposition, with a special interest in other people. A 6th generation lawyer, Vic worked for the City of Houston legal department for 42 years and originated the department motto “Service Through Law”. He served and protected countless thousands.

Surviving Victor are his wife of 68 years, Alyce Lou, his son Larry and wife Wendy Sheesley Morris, and son Victor Jackson Morris, all of Houston. Also among his survivors are cousins Morris Gary, and wife P.J., of Tyler; Andy Gary and wife Dana of Houston, Lou Womack of San Antonio, and Carol and husband Mark Little of Prosper, Texas.

Heartfelt thanks to his loyal caregivers, Peter Charles Mouton, Sheridan Peterson, Ethyl Carter, Bernadette Flowers, Guinn Brackens, Cameron Page, Francisca Kamundi, Tashundra Deadner, Gloria Hughes, Amie Mbogba, Ann Garcia and her team, and many others who lovingly watched over Victor. Dr. Erik Maus and Nurse Joan Loughlin, you are the best.

A memorial service is to be conducted at one o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, the 17th of January, in the Sanctuary of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 3471 Westheimer Road, where Dr. Tom Pace, Senior Pastor is to officiate. For those unable to attend, virtual attendance may be accessed by visiting Victor’s online memorial at GeoHLewis.com and selecting the “Join Livestream” icon in the service section. While there you may share fond memories and words of comfort and condolence by selecting the “Add a Memory” icon or virtual attendance at https://memorials.stlukes methodist.org/vic-morris/

In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Luke’s Caring Ministries, 3471 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77027; 100 Club, 6919 Portwest Dr Ste 150, Houston, TX 77024; or The Star of Hope, 2575 Reed Road, Houston, TX 77051.
Well done, good and faithful servant!

Frank Armfield Shepard of Gallup, New Mexico was born on July 7, 1946. He passed away November 12, 2025.