Neil Thomas Doermann, age 72 of Toledo, Ohio, died from a complication of treating his lung cancer on Friday, June 14 at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 34 years Marilyn, his children Allison, Abigail, and Nicholas, his sister Marilyn Kellum, brother Perry Doermann, many nephews and nieces, adoring friends, and best pal Hazelnut. He is predeceased by parents Dr. Edward Doermann and Mrs. Norma (Portman) Doermann.

 

Neil grew up on Laskey Road in Toledo, Ohio and graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 1974. He had a 40+ year career in sales and treating patients as a respiratory therapist. He met his wife Marilyn at St. Francis Hospital in Blue Island, IL, and after the birth of their first daughter, they moved to Menomonee Falls to raise their family.

Always the “cool” uncle/dad/brother, Neil was a legend to his nephews and a hero to his wife and kids. He loved rock and roll and taught his family to love live music through his impressive vinyl collection. He kept a large flower and vegetable garden and enjoyed golfing with his friends from Toledo, rooting for Michigan football, and going to MelWel Lodge to fish and enjoy a beer with his family. He always knew how to let the good times roll. Neil could make a stranger smile and make a friend anywhere he went. Neil’s children and family have countless wonderful memories of his spirit and humor, and they proudly carry on his legacy.

The memorial will be at Neil’s family home on July 13. Please reach out to his family for details.