Neal L. Ochs, 67, of Derry, NH, died Monday, August 10, 2015 in his home following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Brookline, MA on July 10, 1948, the son of Doris (Cibley) and the late Sydney Ochs. Neal was employed as an Environmental Engineer for L3 Communications. He was a member of the School Board for 12 years and previously active on the Planning Board. He enjoyed Jiu jitsu, judging MMA fights and was a member of the Professional Martial Arts Studio in Derry. Neal also enjoyed his motorcycle and was a life-long musician.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his son, Joseph Ochs and wife Kelly of Derry, brother, Mark Ochs and wife Lori of Alexandria, VA, sister, Debbie Camerato of Framingham, MA, and nieces, Jessica and Laura Camerato, Erin Cruz and Sara Ochs.
There are no calling hours. Graveside services were held on Friday, August 14, 2015 at 11:00am in the Crawford Street Memorial Park Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA. All are welcome to attend a celebration of life on Sunday, August 16th from 2 – 4pm at West Running Brook Middle School, Derry. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. The Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch Street, Derry is handling the arrangements.