Mr. James F. "Jim" Neil, 82, of Hartwell, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 while fishing on Lake Hartwell.

Born on May 15, 1938 in Boomer WV, he was the son of the late Fred Neil and Anna Gray Neil.Mr. Neil was a graduate of WVU and a retired plant manager for Elkem Metals.He was a member of the Hartwell Bass Club, Hartwell First United Methodist Church and the Joyful Holland SS Class.

Survivors include his wife; Jane C. Neil; a son: Todd Neil of Muscle Shoals AL; a daughter: Barbara Whiteside (Hal) of Suwanee GA; a step-son: Steve Clausen (Jenny) of Williamson GA; a step-daughter: Mary Clausen Noland (Mike) of Hoschton GA; a brother: Bill Neil of Montgomery WV; eight grandchildren: Zach Whiteside, Meghan Neil, Abby Neil, Chad Wilson, Amber Albertson, Jessica Glasco, Amanda Harris and Brandon Clausen; two great-grandchildren also survive.Mr. Neil was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife: Sandra Lenore Neil and a step-daughter: Jennifer Clausen Wilson.

A memorial service celebrating Jim's life will be held Saturday, August 22, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at the Hartwell First United Methodist Lake Lot, Elrod Ferry Road, Hartwell with Dr. R. Allen Stewart officiating.

Everyone is asked to come casually dressed, practice Social Distancing, wear a mask when less than 6'feet apart and please bring a lawn chair. Anyone is welcome to also come by boat.The family will receive friends after the service with a lite lunch provided.

In case of rain, the service will be moved to the Sanctuary of the Hartwell First United Methodist Church, Saturday, August 22, 2020 at 10:30 a.m., Mask will be required.The reception will be held in the church gym.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Hartwell First United Methodist Church, 200 E. Howell Street, Hartwell GA 30643

The Strickland Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hartwell is in charge of all arrangements.