James Edward McNeill, 89, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2017. James was born February 13, 1928 in El Dorado, Arkansas. Preceding him in death are a son Mike McNeill and a daughter Martha Thompson. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Pat (Pittman) McNeill; a son Dennis McNeill; a brother Harre?ll McNeill; 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday at Crestview Memorial Park.