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Dr. John Willard Neff, 90, of Atmore, passed away February 18, 2020 at his residence.

He was born on June 8, 1929, in State College, Pa., to the late Joseph and Viola Hoy Neff.

He was a clinical psychologist with an bachelor’s degree at Penn State University, master’s degree at Florida State University and a doctorate’s degree at Ohio State University.

He is preceded in death by his four brothers, Joseph L. Neff, George Harris Neff, James Irvin Neff, William Russell Neff; and one sister, Anna Viola Neff.

He is survived by his two sons, Eric (Linda) Neff and David (Christy) Neff; six grandchildren, Angie, Kory, Kristi, Natalie, Danielle and Lisa (Matt); and five great-grandchildren Annabelle, Peyton, Isabel, Angelena and Khloe.

A private memorial service was held at his home.

Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.