We celebrate the life of Jay Neyhart, 55, born August 13, 1966 in Mechanicsville, PA. Jay left his worldly body on December 19, 2021 surrounded by love.
Jay served in the Air Force from 1986-2011, retiring as a Master Sargent. His passion for the work he did during his military service, called him back to continue working as a civilian at Little Rock Air Force Base.
He loved to play volleyball, racquetball and could smash anyone in a game of ping-pong. He was a master craftsman who loved working and creating things with his hands. Above all else Jay loved helping others.
Jay is preceded in death by his parents Jay Kelly Neyhart and Sylvia (Beidel) Zimmerman; brother John Keller; and sister Theresa Sensi.
He is survived by his loving wife Jill Neyhart; children Evan, Ryan, and Hunter; siblings Ann (Neyhart) Luckman (Matt), Dennis Rickrode, Dan (Lori), Tom (Wendy), Mike, and Jim Zimmerman, Cindy Coppersmith (Dick), Marcia Plunkert (Kevin), Andrea Green (Scott). Jake (Ariel), Craig, Mileah Luckman, Abram Corner, Neil Wilt, Autumn Rickrode, and multiple Zimmerman nieces and nephews, many friends, and his military family.
Arrangements are entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service, 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400.
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So sorry.. prayers for comfort
Jay was such a nice caring person .
Our hearts and prayers are with family and loved ones of Jays. Jill, we’re here for you. So sorry.
This is a great loss Jay was a true genuine guy. I loved played volleyball with him for many years. His presence will be very much missed.
My heart and prayer are with you all.
Jill, I am so sorry for your loss. I’ve known Jay since I was 19. Met him at volleyball of course. He will be missed for sure. Take care of you.
There are no words that suffice, so I just leave my love
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