Douglas “Doug” Richard Neal, 59, of Charles City

Douglas “Doug” Richard Neal, 59, of Charles City, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, at UnityPoint Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He was a beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Great-Uncle

A celebration of life will be scheduled for a future date.

Douglas “Doug” Richard Neal, the son of Richard and Josephine (Wiens) Neal, was born July 20, 1967, in Charles City.  He is survived by his father Richard “Dick” Neal and his two sisters: Rochelle “Chel” (Todd) Stewart, and Jacqueline “Jacki” (Mike) McLaughlin; his niece Justine “Justi” Stewart Blanchard (Anthony) his great-nieces Charlotte and Elle and great-nephew Brody. He was preceded in death by his mother Josephine “Josie” Neal.

Doug was a cross-country semi-truck driver for many years. He changed careers due to his health and has worked at Walmart in Mason City for several years as an overnight stocker. He could tell you which products sold faster than others and always brought his favorite Marie Callender’s pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving.

Doug was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan and analyzed their games in detail, as if he was coaching them. He cherished his dogs, Alex and later Carter, who were his loyal companions throughout the years. He had a soft spot for his niece who always returned with a new toy after shopping. He also loved hanging out at the annual Cedar Valley Engine Club show every Labor Day weekend.

Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home, (641) 228-2323, 1205 South Main Street, Charles City, Iowa 50616 is in charge of local arrangements.  Online condolences may be left on the Tribute Wall for the family at www.hauserfh.com.