Neva Belle True

Neva Belle True, age 98, courageously graduated from her Grants Pass home to her long-anticipated heavenly home on April 22, 2023.

Neva was born November 15, 1924, to Arch and Belle Hamm of Shambaugh Iowa. She attended Wheaton College where she first met a dashing young man named Carroll True. Following her graduation from college she moved to Tucson, AZ where she worked for the late Reverend R.S. Beal. Perhaps prompted by Neva’s hint that “faint heart ne’er won fair lady” Carroll True courted and later proposed. The couple married on June 20, 1950, embarking on a journey of love and commitment that was to span over 65 years of marriage.

Neva was an exceptional homemaker, investing in the lives of her family as well as reaching out to her many friends with calls, notes, and get-togethers. Both Neva and Carroll were talented musicians. She played the piano, marimba, and vibraharp and loved to sing. She was also a gifted writer authoring numerous short articles.

Neva and Carroll moved to Grants Pass in the 1990s where they became active in the life of local churches Calvary Crossroads and Calvary Chapel.

The essence of Neva’s one-of-a-kind life was simple: whether you moved in next door, dialed her phone number in error, visited a Church she attended, or were part of her own family, Neva wanted you to know that you were loved both by her and by her closest friend, Jesus. God used Neva to introduce countless individuals to a personal relationship with Christ and assist others in the journey of faith and life. Whether through her chicken dinners, tea parties, phone calls, cards and letters, or just a conversation on the porch, Neva connected with people and helped them connect with God’s love.

Neva was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll. The remaining family members include her children David True, Sharon Cunningham, Paul True, and grandchildren Matthew Jones, Nathan Jones, Heidi True, Jonathan True, Melinda True, and Michael Provder. She had 13 great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Neva’s Life will be held for family and friends Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Hull and Hull Funeral Home. Viewing will be from 10:00 - 10:45 AM with her service commencing at 11:00 AM. After the service light food and refreshments will be served, followed by interment at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Further details may be obtained at www.since1928hull.com.