Margaret Julia Neal age 78 of Newland formerly of Jefferson passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Avery County Group Home. She was born in Ashe County on June 24, 1947 to the late Joseph Franklin and Ruth Frances Robinson. Including her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Robinson Neal and sister, Sarah Gordon Neal.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 4:00 pm at Pineola Baptist Church. Graveside services will be held on Monday, June 8, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the Jefferson City Cemetery.

Miss Neal survived by: her brother, Frank Harris Neal of West Jefferson; also surviving are several cousins.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Avery County Humane Society, PO BOX 1213, Newland NC 28657.