Neil Showalter

Neil Swank Showalter, 103, a resident of Harrisonburg, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the Wenger House of VMRC.

Mr. Showalter was born on April 12, 1922 in Rockingham County and was a son of the late Earl Arthur and Erthyl Jones Showalter. Neil graduated from Mt. Clinton High School in 1940. He joined the United States Navy in 1942 and remained in until the end of World War II. He served as a scout master for Troop 42 of the Harrisonburg Baptist Church for many years. During this time, he produced many Eagle Scouts including his son Steven. Neil worked for Electrical Service Inc. and Dunham Busch as an electrician. He served as a Deacon for many years at Harrisonburg Baptist Church where he and his wife were members.

He was married to Mildred Louise Neff Showalter who preceded him in death.

Surviving is a son, Steven Neff Showalter; granddaughter, Melissa Anne Langeberg and husband Phillip; and brother Jackie Showalter.

Neil was one of nine children. His brothers, Waldron, Thomas, Jimmy, Lynnwood and sisters, Norma, Helen and Betty preceded him in death.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2 p.m. at Harrisonburg Baptist Church with The Rev. Dr. Matt Winters officiating. Buril will be held privately following the service.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.mcmullenfh.com.

McMullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.