Samuel "Neal" Broome

June 16, 1934 - April 20, 2018

Mr. Samuel "Neal" Broome, 83, of Charlotte, went to be with the Lord, on Friday, April 20, 2018 with his family by his side, after injuries sustained from a serious automobile accident on February 26th. Neal was born in Charlotte on June 16th,1934 to Samuel T. Broome and Gussie Davis Broome. He was preceded in death by his youngest son, Al in 2013 and only 6 months later, by his wife of 56 years, Carolyn Ballard Broome in 2014. Neal is survived by his oldest of two children, Larry (Lawrence) Broome, his wife Judi and their son David, his third grandchild, who live in Matthews, NC. Also, by his daughter-in-law, Melanie Pence Broome and her two children by Al, Natalie, first grandchild, and Christian, second grandchild. Also surviving, Neal’s older sister, Claire B. Waller & husband Ray of Kannapolis, younger sister, Mildred B. Warlick of Durham, and younger brother, Randy Broome & wife Cynthia who lived a short distance from Neal and served him most generously in the recent year. Neal’s extended family included many beloved relatives near his home, but especially in Union County, North Carolina where he frequently visited, served and cared for them in various ways all his life. His treasured long-distance Feeney Family relatives from California and England blessed him frequently over the years by staying in touch. Neal graduated from Charlotte Central High School in 1952 where he played basketball, football and track. He then worked while attending night school at Charlotte College (now UNCC) and played Varsity Basketball for their mighty night Owls. He transferred to NC State University in Raleigh and graduated from there in 1956 with a degree in Civil Engineering. Neal served his country proudly, in ROTC, and from 1956 until 1962 in the US Army in active duty and in the Reserves rising to rank of Sergeant before honorable discharge. Neal’s career as a professional in civil engineering, land surveying, construction and insurance risk consulting for fire protection of hospitals and other institutions around the country was very interesting and engaging for him over 60 years. Neal’s huge appetite of curiosity, knowledge and experiences in many diverse things was a special attribute. Many people know that once he committed to something he was impassioned about that he was “all in”. He married Carolyn in 1958 and his journey began as a husband and soon as a father in 1961. In the 1970’s he got interested and educated in sailing and became an avid racing sailor winning many silver trophies and special friendships, with his 1st Mate Al, as members of the Catawba Yacht Club on Lake Wylie. Sailing was one of his most enjoyable activities of his life. Neal was a vigorous helper to people of all walks of life and in recent years grew a passion for history and restoration of important Charlotte area properties large and small. In 2016 and 2017 he worked tirelessly on committees to advocate and elevate to rightful prominence, Charlotte’s West side nearly forgotten World War I US Army Training Camp Greene. Camp Greene’s 100th anniversary was in 2017 and might have been overlooked if Neal has not gotten deeply involved. This project was especially gratifying to Neal. His hard-working leadership was acknowledged by a grateful Camp Greene home owners’ community association and a City of Charlotte Mayoral Proclamation in July 2017 at a gala event attended by dignitaries in military and civilian roles. Neal’s inspirations and charitable works came from his sincere love of his Savior Jesus through his lifelong engagement with the Charlotte church families of Hawthorne United Methodist Church, Ascension Lutheran Church, Salvation Army Church and last, but not least, Philadelphia Presbyterian Church in Mint Hill. Arrangements are being provided by Lowe-Neddo Funeral Home. The service will be Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 11am, preceded by a visitation time starting at 10 am in the rotunda of the Philadelphia Presbyterian Church at 11501 Bain School Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227. The family requests that memorial gifts be sent to The Salvation Army 940 Marsh Road, Charlotte, NC 28209 in memory of Neal Broome. Please visit www.LoweNeddoFuneralHome.com to share pictures and memories. To God Alone Be The Glory!