Neal A. Heimer

Neal A. Heimer January 16, 1967 - June 14, 2020 Neal A. Heimer D.O., former marine and retired Naval Officer, passed away June 14, 2020. He is survived by his wife Tricia (Allen), his 2 children (Hannah and Graham), his parents Norman and Myrna (Howe) Heimer, brother Kyle (wife Danielle and children Keeley and Ben), sister Gail (husband Kevin and son Jackson), numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was proceeded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents and Uncle Lloyd Heimer. Neal grew up in Oxford, MS and went on to graduate from the Virginia Military Institute (VMI class of ’89). He accepted a commission in the marines and served 4 years before resigning his commission to pursue a career in medicine. He graduated from Nova College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1998, was commissioned in the navy, and worked as a naval Family Physician until his retirement in 2019. After which he spent a brief time working as a V.A. physician. A loving son, husband, father, and physician. His life touched many people, including coworkers, patients, and numerous friends. He will be remembered for his welcoming smile, kind heart, and compassion. A memorial service will be planned for December 12th at First Presbyterian Church in Port Townsend, CoVid 19 allowing. A scholarship at Virginia Military Institute is being set up in Neal’s name. Please consider donating to this in lieu of flowers. You can reach the Institute at 1-800-444-1839 or www.vmialumni.org