Mr. Raymond "Larry" Neill, 86, of Newnan, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at his residence, surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Born January 15, 1936, in Coweta County, he was a son of the late Raymond Neill and the late Estelle Calhoun Neill. Mr. Neill was a veteran of the U. S. Navy proudly serving his country during the Korean War. During that time, he also participated in the nuclear testing of the atomic bomb, at Bikini Atoll Lagoon, in the Marshall Islands. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Gwen Neill; grandson, Kevin Christopher Neill.

Survivors include his sons, Mike Neill of Newnan, and Kevin Neill (Karen) of Franklin; sisters, Joyce Coggins and Betty Kelley (Wallace); brother, Bobby Neill (Dianne); grandsons, Matthew Neill, and Brandon Neill; and great-granddaughter, Holli Neill.

There will be a memorial visitation from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at Hillcrest Chapel.

Higgins Funeral Home Hillcrest Chapel is honored to serve the family of Larry Neill, please visit www.hillcrestchapelcares.com to share your memories or leave a condolence message.