Henry “Neil” Mayville, 72, a longtime Sedro-Woolley resident, passed away at his home, surrounded by his loving family and friends on Tuesday, August 31, 2010.
He was born in Sedro-Woolley on October 8, 1937, the son of Edward & Marie (Wiseman) Mayville.
Neil made his home on the Washington coast and other locations until his enlistment in the U.S. Navy in 1955. After his honorable discharge in 1957 he returned to Sedro-Woolley where he has made his home for over 50 years.
He was united in marriage to Jerlene Sitton in Coeur D Alene, Idaho on December 22, 1958.
Neil worked in the timber and construction industries as a truck driver for many years. He was a jack of all trades with the ability for fixing or repair just about anything.
He enjoyed restoring and tinkering on hot rod cars, fishing, hunting and camping.
Neil is survived by his wife Jerlene at the family home in Sedro-Woolley. Three sons, Neil Mayville, Jr. and Terry Mayville, both of Sedro-Woolley and Bill Mayville and his wife Denise of Mount Vernon. His children from a previous marriage, Jeffrey & Jennifer Mayville. Nine grandchildren, Mark, Miranda, Rebecca, Christopher, Andy, Amanda and Alisha Mayville and three great-grandchildren, Hunter, Jordan & Abby Mayville. His brother, Ray Mayville and his wife Carolyn of Sedro-Woolley; his sister, Ethel Crapson & her husband Mel of Mount Vernon and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Johnny, a sister, Eleanor Mayville and a granddaughter, Julie Mayville.
The family would like to acknowledge their friend Paula Evitt and also Dr. Bruce Mathey and his staff at the Cancer Care Center for all of their loving care & support. They also suggest that memorials be made to the Cancer Care Center at United General Hospital or to Skagit Hospice.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at 1:00 PM at Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Woolley with Pastor John Hobson officiating. Interment will follow at the Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery. Visitation for Neil will be available at Lemley Chapel.
I will miss Neil very much, He was a wonderful person.He always had time for everyone I loved to visit with him..My prayers go out to all of you.
I will miss Neil,He was one of a kind always so wonderful to be around my prayers go out to you all.
Aunt Jerlene,Trockie,Terry and Billy~Know my thoughts and prayers are with you …Love ya all so much!
Dear Jerlene, Trocky, Terry, Bill and Extended Family Close and Far- I on the Behalf of our Family would like to Send Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers to All of You. Your Loved One not being here is the toughest thing but the Love that You Still Have for Each Other will see you through and You will Find Strength in the Memories and Yes, Eventually the Laughter that You will recall after the shock!! I Personlly will Miss, running into Big Neil in the “Food Pavillion” and he always had time to stop and Make you Feel Important even if he was in a hurry!!!! Yes to Jerlene!!! I just Know in My Heart, that Neil is looking down and asking all of us, to Keep what was Precious in His Heart, in All of our Hearts and Prayers – And that is What I’ll Do as Well as the rest of My Family!!!! Love You All -Sincerely, Mike,Kris,and Family
Neil (Dad) you have always been my best friend.. I have always known that where ever I was or what ever I needed he would be there.. Dad loved his friends and family, he never judged any of us he loved us just the way are. I just can’t even think of how are lives are going to be without him, He was a one of a kind man.. I called him my “Superman” becouse he could do just about anything..
Jerlene (Mom) Trockie, Terry, Billy I will always and forever love all of you..You will always have a special place in my heart.. Thanks for letting me part of this wonderful family…
My thoughts are with the family at this time of sorrow, Neil was truly one of Gods finest. I know how much pain there is , having lost my brother not to long ago. God bless and keep you strong. Much Love To All
Neil was nearly the first person I met when I moved into the neighborhood in 2004. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for me. Neil became a great friend to me and my girls and often helped me with jobs around my house. He was smart man when it came to home fixin and always had a joke to share. Neil used to come over, coffee cup in hand and chat or play ball with my youngest, Hannah. Neil made me feel safe knowing he was out and about walking (big) Jake nightly. He kept an eye on everyones property and I always felt that if I needed something, Neil could help get it or find it for me.I always enjoyed his company when chatting with the neighbors, Nancy and Ernie. There was lots of kidding and joking with Neil. He knew everyone and everyone knew him. He will always have a very special place in my heart and I am saddened at his passing. I know he was tired. And I know he gave it is all, which is his way, but I will miss him dearly. Jerlene and family, Please know that you are in my prayers and I hope that those prayers will help your hearts heal quickly.
I remember the first time I met Neil as a child, my Dad, my sister and I visited their home to share Christ with him. And later on down the road I had the honor of introducing my family to him. I will never forget him. He’s one of the kindest people I know.
Our thoughts and prayers to you Jerlene and your family.
Ray & Diane Frisbee & Family
Wow this is all a shock to me…It only proves that GOD only takes the very best….I LOVE YOU SO MUCH UNCLE NEIL..RIP til we meet again.
Even though the years and distance have been many and far, I still have always thought of “Uncle Neil” as one of my favorite people in the world. My thoughts, prayers and best wishes to all my Family, especially Aunt Jerlene. Uncle Neil will indeed be greatly missed, by many!
I just want to send my thoughts and prayers to our whole family. Please know Bob and I are here for you if any of you need anything. Love you! Uncle Neil will be missed!