Amos David Neill was born in Springport, Michigan, on February 19, 1944.
He passed away at the age of 73 on November 7, 2017.
His early years were spent in Jackson, Michigan, with his life journey taking him to Alaska, California, and Virginia.
Amos started from humble beginnings as a mortuary worker and ambulance driver, ultimately becoming someone who:
- Obtained a Doctorate in Theology in 1970
- Helped found the first Suicide Prevention Hotlines in California, which ultimately led to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline
- Was instrumental in the downfall of the Nixon Administration during the Watergate Scandal
- Enjoyed a 34-year professional and personal relationship with President Ronald Reagan
Throughout his lifetime, Amos was blessed with an unusual number of spiritual gifts. He used these gifts throughout his lifetime, to aid in the pursuits he was most passionate about:
- Suicide Counseling and Prevention
- Justice and Reform within the Mortuary Industry
- Strengthening his relationship with God