Neil Little
September 8, 1951 ~ February 7, 2014
Neil Little, 62, Fargo, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2014.
Neil Albert Little was born to Ethel and Forrest Little on September 8, 1951. Raised on a small dairy farm in Wyndmere, North Dakota, Neil and his two sisters learned the values of integrity, faith in God and the value of hard work from their loving parents.
As a young man, Neil loved the outdoors. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and sports shooter, who enjoyed exploring the history of firearms with his muzzleloader friends and beloved uncle, Rudy. In 1980, Neil married Mona, the love of his life. Theirs was a story of abiding devotion, forged by the hopes, joys, triumphs and tragedies shared during 33 years of selfless marriage. With Mona by his side, Neil built his life in Fargo, raising four children in the Fargo Catholic Schools network while making his mark in the used medical equipment business. The key to Neil’s success was simple: people trusted him, because he was a man of honesty and character. He cared deeply for his coworkers and those he served, making numerous friends throughout the country.
While Neil proved to be an outstanding salesman, his true passion in life was found at home. In countless homework sessions, gymnastic shows, softball games, and all sorts of other activities that occupy the busy life of an affectionate father, Neil lived for his family. The example he set as a father and spouse is the great inheritance he leaves to his children.
To summarize the achievements of a life so well lived in such a short space usually borders on the impossible. But Neil was a simple man, so simple words befit his legacy: Neil loved his family. He loved his work. He loved his Church. But above all, he loved his wife, and he worked tirelessly to provide a future worthy of the life they shared together.
Neil leaves behind wife Mona, daughters Mckensie, Alexandra and Madison, his son Logan, his mother Ethel, and sisters, Linda and Kay (and Brody).
Neil is preceded in death by his father, Bud Little, and his two beautiful sons, Joshua and Samuel, who’ve received their daddy with a joy we cannot know…in a place where all tears will be wiped away.
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Fargo ND
We are so sorry to hear of Neil. We were out of the country last week and weren’t able to attend the funeral, but we are praying for all of you. Still so shocking….. Mona we are just down the street and are always here for you.
Our deepest condolences and we will always remember the kindness Neil (and your whole family) have shown to the neighborhood.
Love,
Trish, John, Cy and Victor
Horace ND
Dear Mona and Family,
Suzanne & I are deeply saddened by Neil’s passing. We are praying for all of you as you suffer the loss of your husband, father, son and brother.
I am richly blessed to have had the opportunity to know & work with Neil. I have admired and respected him since I first met him, just over 25 years ago. Through the years of really getting to know him, I came to love him, seeing him as the ultimate example that every man should strive for. He was bigger than life – the ultimate husband, father, role model, provider & friend. He always put others ahead of himself. I have always been amazed by Neil and his ability to balance all aspects of life so well, and I have always admired and respected him for always putting his family first. I will miss Neil for the rest of my days.
I am certain that at the moment his soul departed Earth, Neil heard our Lord and Savior Jesus’ voice call to him: “Enter in, my good and faithful servant.”
Your strength and faith are beautiful examples for all who know you… a strength and faith that can only come from our Lord Jesus Christ. May God bless you and comfort you in this time of loss and suffering.
With love,
Tom & Suzanne
Moorhead MN
Dear Mona: Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. I am so sorry for your loss.
Wayne
Neil and I go back a long ways. He was my best friend an business partner for 40 years. We started working together at Nodak Store in 1973. My thoughts and prayers our with you all. He will be missed.
Wayne
Doral FLMy heart, condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Neil Little. I was a business associate of Neil’s for over 20 years. I’ll always remember him as individual whose integrity was beyond reproach. I can honestly say that Neil influenced me in many positive ways and it was an honor knowing him. I’m sure that for everyone who knew Neil, he will forever be missed and never forgotten.
Mike Balakonis
Jamestown ND
Logan – So sorry for the loss of your father. May the Lord bless and keep you and yours. Marcia
Dover New HampshireI am so sorry to hear about your loss.
I enjoyed working with Neil over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Pierz MN
Mona and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I never really got to know your family personally, I learned a lot from your Mom.
Roger and I wish that we could have been there for you, but with teaching, I wasn’t able to make it.
Please feel the hugs and hear the prayers that we have sent your way.
Jeanne gave me your phone number, so expect a call from me one day.
Take care and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Thinking of you this day.
Love, Janice and Roger
With prayers and heartfelt condolences
Logan and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Breck Von Bank
Houston TXMy thoughts and prayers to all family and friends. Neil is a truly great man and inspiration to everyone he interacted with. He will be missed.
Grand Forks North Dakota
Mona and family
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the enjoyment of working with Neil starting at Narco and all these years. Neil and I had lunch together and then dropped off equipment Friday. I am so saddened and so sorry. Neil touched so many people and is a special person. Neil will be missed. My prayers and thoughts will always be will be with you and your family.
Bismarck Mona, Ethel, and families,
We planned to attend the service today, but the weather didn’t cooperate. Sorry we could not be there.
I have so many memories of growing up with Neil – family events, holidays, or just enjoying a Sunday afternoon of hunting or football. You have our deepest sympathies.
Myles
I met Neil through my business relationship with him almost 10 years ago. Neil was a person of great integrity, pride in his work and passion for his family. Over the past several years I had the honor of getting to know Neil, heard him speak so highly of his family and was able to share stories of mine. It is rare to develop professional relationships with people that change the landscape of what you do, and Neil was definitely one of them. He has defined the meaning of integrity. Neil you will be missed my friend.
Thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family.
Sincerely,
Erin Tournoux
Stephen MnWe are so very sorry to hear of your tragic loss of your husband/father, Neil. Words cannot express our sympathy to you and your family, but know that he misses you all as much as you miss him but he is holding your boys, standing by his father Budand your father and John. You are all in our prayers.
I will miss my friend immensely. I will always remember golf outings with Neil and David Carlson at Wildflower. What a wonderful man and friend. A friendship I will never forget.
valley city ndKay and family,So very sorry to read of your brother’ passing.Please accept our sincere sympathy,Love,Don and Marjorie Triebold
Doral FLMy heart, condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Neil Little. I was a business associate of Neil’s for over 20 years. I’ll always remember him as individual whose integrity was beyond reproach. I can honestly say that Neil influenced me in many positive ways and it was an honor knowing him. I’m sure that for everyone who knew Neil, he will forever be missed and never forgotten.
Mike Balakonis
Highlands Ranch COMona and Family,
I extend my prayers and sympathies to you and your family. I have known Neil since the fall of 1969 at ND
SSS. After graduation, we met again as competitors in the medical industry in Fargo. Neil’s character, integrity, and honesty always exemplified how Neil lived his life. He will be missed.
An exceptional man who will be greatly missed.
Fargo ND
Mona & Family
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family was one of my favorite customers when I owned Luna Coffee for 7 years and moved on to owning Pizza Ranch. Your family was always so kind and thoughtful. I always enjoyed visiting with Alex and Maddie (sweet girls) beautiful young ladies today. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Nova Edinger and Family
North Liberty IAI was extremely saddened to learn of Neil’s sudden passing. Neil and I worked closely together when Topline Medical joined DMS Health Technologies. Neil’s honesty and ethics in business and life were the greatest asset he brought to our business. His humor brought joy to many a conversation. I still fondly remember his dairy cattle “butter fat” vs. quota parable and how I still use that story today.
My thoughts and prayers to Mona and the family.
Harwood North Dakota
Mona and Family
I met Neil when I started work at DMS Topline. I was new to both Fargo and DMS. He immediately befriended me. After just a few months here my wife was diagnosed with cancer. Neil and Mona were there for both my wife and I. They helped me through the most difficult time of my life. I am forever in their debt for their support and comfort they offered us. Mona, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Bismarck ND
we are sorry for your loss- Neil was always great guy, char enjoyed working with him when he visited her hospital and i enjoyed growing up with neil
Moorhead Minnesota
My sympathies to Neil’s family. That is one cool photo of Neil. Thanks for choosing it. It made me smile with memories from Wyndmere High School.
Lucille Haugen Wade
Class of ’69
Fargo ND
Dear Mona and family,
Our deepest sympathies to your whole family. I have known Neil for the last 8 years, and I can truly say that he was one of the most kind-hearted and open minded person I have met. He respected and befriended people of all cultures and backgrounds and I admired him for that. He was a great source of support and inspiration to me when I started running in Fargo. Later on, my whole family came to know him and got to treasure his friendship. We will truly miss him.
Fargo ND
Mona and family, So saddened to hear of your loss. May you faith, family and wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Eden Prairie MN
Our hearts are broken now that Neil has left this world. He surely is in God’s hands. I knew Neil for 37 years and was his partner at TopLine Medical. What a fortunate experience — and what an example. Neil was a wonderful family man, energetic, honest, and optimistic in business. His reputation is legend. He will be missed and remembered by so many. Our prayers go out to Mona and family.
Prescott Valley AZ
Brad Sawyer, married to MacKenzie, is our nephew. Our prayers are with your whole family during this sad time. He sounds like he was a very special person!
Fargo To Linda and Neil’s Family…
my sincere condolences to all of you with the sudden and tragic loss of Neil! Our prayers are with you.
Chuck Hendricks
Greenfield MassachusettsMona, Ethel and family, So sad to hear of your loss. Neil was a great classmate, friend and roommate. He was a one of the most solid guys I knew, someone who could always be counted on. He had countless friends and will be missed by everyone who had the opportunity to meet him and get to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this most difficult time.
Doug & Joyce Muehlberg
Houston, TexasWith Deepest Sympathy for your loss. In the year here at US Med Equip I was able to converse with Neil on several occasions be it through email, phone or even when he came here to the Support
Center. What an honor to have met him and work with him even from a distance. I pray that God will strenghten you and give you comfort throughout the difficult times ahead.
Prayers for all of you!
To the Family of Neil: No words can express how sorry I am for your loss! What a beautiful person Neil was! A true man of character. I used to work with Neil at DMS/Topline and felt honored to call him a friend at the end of the day. What a great smile he had! I will think of him often. God bless you all! May you find peace and comfort…..
Fargo ND
My sincerest sympathy, Your neighbor and friend, Clarence Bastle
Brooksville FloridaMona and family,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your loss. We feel blessed to have known and enjoyed Neil’s friendship.
May God bless you and keep you in his care, now and in the days to come.
Fort Myers FLDear Mona and family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I knew and worked with Neil over the past 35 years and he is one of the finest human beings I’ve ever met. There was no equivocation in Neil’s honesty, integrity, fearlessness and strong character and he never failed to make me laugh. His devotion and love for his family was so apparent when we would talk about our gymnastic daughters. To me, Neil is the true definition of a great man, and I will miss him along with everyone he touched.
Grand Forks North Dakota
We are so sorry for your loss. Allyn says good by to a dear friend,,,,our pray are with the family..Even though we have not seen him for years we remember the good times we had in the past
Mona & Family
No, the world will not be the same without Neil. Whoever was fortunate enough to meet Neil knew instantly that his honesty and integrity were two of his many strong attributes. Then once you saw him smile and hear his heartfelt laughter, you knew instantly this guy named Neil was a one in a million. He was the kind of friend who would literally give you the shirt off his back if you asked. Neil and I worked with each other for many years for the same company (Narco). Every year all the other branches would strive to do better than the team of Louie, Al, and Neil in the Fargo branch of Narco. They were always a force to be reckoned with.
Mona and family: People will always come and go in our life, and now Neil is gone. Memories, however, will last us a lifetime, and while thinking of Neil it will always bring a smile to your face and a warm feeling in your hearts. Your family was so blessed to have spent all of those quality years together with each other.
Steve
Bismarck, ND
/ Eloy, Az Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Al and Karen(Puetz) Breuer
Mora MN
We were so saddened to hear of this tragedy and your loss. We are praying that the love of God, family and friends will lift you up and carry you through the difficult days ahead. There are many praying for you all. You are in our thoughts. Love, Curt and Laurel
Eagan MnWhat a beautiful obituary! How blessed was I too to have known and enjoyed his friendship…the passing of a very special member of our ‘legion’ club. Jo York
LAKEWOOD OhioOur hearts go out to the Little’s, while we only spent a short time with Neil, my daughter April and I will never forget the friendship extended by him and Alex.
Fargo ND
Prayers. So so sorry for your loss.
Fargo ND
Our hearts break for you after hearing of Neil’s sudden and tragic death. He was a dear friend and loved his family so much. We will miss him, too, and want you to know that we will pray for him and all of you in the weeks ahead. Take comfort in knowing he is with Joshua and Samuel now. How thrilled they must have been to see their Daddy! Logan, your words painted a perfect picture of your Dad for all of us. Thanks for that. Mona, no matter what you need we will be happy to try to help.
Love,
Ray and Pat
Hillsboro ND
My thoughts and prayers are with Neil and the family. You don’t know me but, I’m Cathy Kruse’s twin sister. Cathy passed away in 1988. You were so good to my mom. You sent her flowers every year for sometime on the anniversary of Cathy’s death. Mom really loved when she got the flowers. Mom has passed away also (2007). My faith is very strong Catholic like Cathy’s was. God be with you all. Christy
Fargo ND
Mona and family,
We are saddened beyond words on the news of Neil’s passing. Our most heartfelt condolences to you, Mckenzie, Logan Alex and Maddie. We are all truly blessed to have had Neil in our lives and will cherish the memory of all those hours spent at sporting events throughout the years, cheering on our girls, and sharing all the laughter. Prayers and love to you all,
Pat, Holly and Liz
Louisville KYTo The Little Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Neil was one of the very best men in our business. He was always a pleasure to deal with and extremely honest. He was a wonderful man and I will miss him.
Know that I am praying for you.
Sincerely,
Mike Dirr
Medical Lake WashingtonMona and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Neil and I grew up and went to school together, as our families lived only a few miles apart in the country. I have lots of good memories of times when we did things together. Please know that our prayers are with you.
Cousin Karen and Ken Foertsch
Mona thinking of you!!
Fargo ndDear Mona and family,
We are so saddened to hear of Neil’s death. He was an exceptional guy and we will miss him as a friend. We are holding your family in prayer during this difficult time. Hugs and love, The Brenners
Fergus Falls MN
Dear Mona & family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Neal was a school classmate of mine from Wyndmere. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Mary & Earl
Stockton CaliforniaDear Little Family,
I have know Neil for only a short time and when i heard the news tears came to my eyes.
I will miss his friendship dearly.
My heart goes out to each and every family member.
Rest in Peace Neil!
Fargo North Dakota
Words cannot express our sorrow in the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Neil was a very fine man.
Lehi UtahI never met Neil face to face, but I have known him for more than ten years. I always knew that if Neil said it, it was etched in stone. I hope to be remembered with half as much respect as Neil as earned from those who knew him. So until we do meet in person in the presence of our Creator, I will remember and try to emulate his integrity.
Mesa AZ
We are terribly sorry to hear of Neil’s passing. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Esther Puetz Mertes
Al and Connie (Mauch) Brandt
Olathe Mona and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I worked with Neil at Narco and met you at Tahoe on one of the award trips. I recently reconnected with Neil as we are in a similar business and enjoyed rehashing old times. I thought the world of Neil. He was one of the great ones.
Chuck, Sharon and Bree Carter
Buffalo Minnesota
Everyone who knew Neil knows the gifts he gave everyone who touched him. His grace in life coupled with his kindness, compassion, spirituality, and his humor with that big smile of his will never be forgotten.
Our hearts are broken now but when we think of him in our grief, we truely know he is with the boys…and with God.
Rest in Peace, my Friend,
Bismarck ND
Dear Ramona and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and father.
You are all in my prayers. I know you will have a great support network with all of your family by your side.
Peace to you.
Fargo ND
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mona and Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow that I feel for your loss. I am out of town and will not be able to attend the funeral. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, my Dear Friend.
Sharon Fritz
Highlands Ranch ColoradoWhat a beautiful difference one life can make in this world! I have so many fond memories of your family during my teaching days at Nativity. May God bless the memory of Neil and take care of your family during this difficult time.
Tomball TXMy thoughts and prayers are with your family. Neil was one of a kind, special to all who knew him. He was a very big part of our work family. He will be missed greatly.
Fargo My heartfelt prayers go out to the family of Neil Little. Knowing the Little family through my years going through the Fargo Catholic Schools, I’ve always observed that he was such a kind and devoted father to his wonderful family.
Fargo ND
Mona & family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I met you and Neil very briefly at your wedding dance when you both thanked the Old Friends Band for the music provided for your dance. May God bless you and your family and hold you all in the palm of his hands during this time.
Fargo N DSo very sorry to hear of your loss. Neil and I were classmates growing up. My thoughts and prayers go with you during your time of sorrow. Cherish the memories they will help get you through.
Fargo NdLogan and family, so sorry for your loss. After reading the beautiful obit and tribute Lindsey wrote I feel like I have met your Dad. Our prayers are with all of you today and always. May all your wonderful memories surround and comfort each of you in your days ahead.
Fargo North Dakota
Dear Little Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Neil was such a great man and father. I feel blessed to have shared some time with him and Mona during golf lessons this summer. His love for Mona was very obvious as he frequently reminded me of how his children’s athletic talents came from their mother and not him.
I don’t think he ever missed a Shanley softball game.
During this very difficult time, please know that Neil’s spirit will live on not only through you but through the many people who loved him.
Nevis MN
We are so saddened to hear of Neil’s tragic death. Our daily prayers are given for you Mona, and your family.
Sartell MN
Mona and Family,
I only had the chance to meet Neil a few times but felt like I new him for years through Mckensie. She has always spoke so highly of him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Duluth MN
That was a beautiful summary of Mr. Little’s life. It was easy to see how great of a man and father he was. I know that the best of him lives on in his son and my friend Logan. My heart and thoughts are with you.
Mona and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. A few years ago I helped you both with some remodeling projects in your home and I always remember what a wonderful family you had and also loved watching how you both worked together to make decisions and your sense of humors making them. I was fortunate to work with you both and I will always remember Neil and your family. God bless!
Highlands Ranch CO – ColoradoOur thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Al, Pattie, Chris, and Matt Wilcox
Bloomington MnI am sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Aunt Dorothy
Dear Mona and kids,
Please know of our prayers for all of you. Our hearts ache for what you are going through. May Neil rest in peace. We will have masses offered for Neil as well as offer our adoration for all of you.
In Jesus through Mary.
Cray and Jean Eppler
fargo ndMona, so sorry for you lost. i knew neil from working with him at Nodak Supply in the 70’s. he was also an usher at our wedding in 1976. had not seen him in a few years, he was a great person and friend and would do anything for you. He will be missed. Dan and Deb Jackson
Lake Forest CaliforniaMona and family,
My heart goes out to you in deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
God Bless You,
Love, Aunt Adele
Eagan MN
We are deeply saddened by your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Meisinger family
Fargo ND
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything we can do don’t hesitate to ask. We live across the street. Tanya and Matt Steidl
Fargo ND
Mona and family,
We are praying for all of you during this time of grief. You have come to mean so much to my family and to our boys. Please know that our Adoration hour on Monday will be offered up for all of you and for Neil. We love you!
I just learned of Neals passing. I worked with him, rented a room from him and was a mentor. He taught me a lot.
My condolences to Mona and his kids.