The McNamara family is grieved to announce the passing of Neil J. McNamara, 60, of Bass River, after a valiant and lengthy battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Neil was born in West Yarmouth. He was a graduate of Dennis Yarmouth Regional High School and Westfield State University. He was a successful sales professional in the Internet security software sector and helped to grow the business of many companies, most noteworthy of which are, Checkpoint Software and Algosec, Inc.

He was an avid and exceptional golfer who thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie of his golfing buddies and emulated in his personality, the calm, focused attention of the game.

Neil is survived by his wife of 34 years, Jody (Gaquin) McNamara, his darling children Zachary and Madeline, his sister Jane (McNamara) Garvey, his 15 brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, his 16 beloved nieces and nephews, as well as many, many heartbroken friends. Neil was predeceased by his parents, Peter & Eileen (Mullaney) McNamara.

A service in memory of Neil’s remarkable life and friendships is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, May 9 at the Cape Cod Cultural Center, 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Neil's life.

The family would like to thank the extraordinary physicians, nurses, and caregivers at The Dana Farber Cancer Institute and the Brigham & Women’s Hospital for their wonderful care for and dedication to Neil.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to to the Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund http://www.ouimet.org/how-to-give/ or to the Dennis Yarmouth Regional High School Golf Program.

Dear Jody, I am very sorry for your loss! I just saw this message today and had to look up who you are - your smile is just as bright in your Facebook pictures as I remember it from high school. May your memories of Neil be a blessing to you!

Dear McNamara Family, Neil was a High School friend. I was sorry to hear of his too early passing. Hoping each day will bring you a greater measure of peace to comfort your hearts. I will be thinking of you and praying for you.

I was so sad to learn of Neil's passing. I was fortunate enough to spend many hours with Neil playing golf at Hopkinton CC. I always looked forward to a round with Neil. He was always humble in victory (which was often) and gracious in defeat (which was rare). He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. I know I speak for every member when I say how much he will be missed. My prayers go out to his loving family. God bless.

Another member of D-Y class of 1974 has been brought home by God, to early. To Neil's family and friends my heart and thoughts are with you.

Jody: Tragic and heart-breaking news, shocking to me because I thought Neil had beaten leukemia. Heartfelt condolences to you and the entire McNamara family.

Jane, I am so sorry for you're loss. Losing a sibling is heartbreaking.

Jodi, this is heartbreaking news about Neil. I can't imagine what you are going through. I am sending much love during such a horrible time. My heart and love for you and Neil are with you. I am so sad. I will see you soon. Please take care. Much love, Janice

Dear Jody my deepest condolences for your loss. I have heard so many wonderful things about Neil from my Fay friends about Neil . I am sorry I didn't get a chance to meet such an awesome person. My thoughts are with you and your family in this very sad and challenging time. Shyla

Jody, I just read your heartbreaking news on Facebook. I am so sorry. I remember Neil as a terrific guy. I'm thinking of you, Maddie, and the rest of your family.

Dear Jodi and family: This is such sad news. We are so sorry for your loss. Wishing you happier days ahead. Lee and Jay

So sorry to hear this... Holding you in my heart as you weather this terrific loss together.

Dear Jody, I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I wish there was some magical words I could say to make all your pain go away, but unfortunately there is non. Just remember that you have a lot of friends and family that will be by your side to help you through this sorrowful time. Sharon

Open wide the gates of Heaven for Neil. Sending each of you peace, strength, and an abundance of love and support.

Dear Jody I'm so very sorry to hear about your husband. He seems to have been a brave and beautiful soul and greatly loved. Healing angels to you and your family. Love, Katrina

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

This news is so difficult to bear. Seeing the picture of Neil's handsome happy face makes me want to deny reality and grasp magical thinking...Neil's not really gone...he can't be! But, is that magical or faith based thinking? I choose faith for there is comfort and peace there. Neil will live on in all the many hearts he touched. We will see him in his children, in Jody's smile, in the faces of the story tellers and, why not, even on the golf course. This may be difficult at times, but the more we are surrounded by the people who love Neil, the more his presences will be felt, seen and recognized. Praying for peace. Praying for comfort. Celebrating that I was one of the blessed ones to call Neil friend.

Dear Jody, I am so sorry to hear of Neil's passing. I will pray for you and your family. I know you are a strong person and will get through tis terrible time. Again, my deepest sympathy. Bill Littleton

Dear McNamara Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. It breaks our hearts when death separates us from the ones we love so much. The Bible reminds us that God sees our pain and grief and has promised that soon "death will be no more."(Revelation 21:4) He will heal our broken hearts by resurrecting our dear loved ones to life again.(Acts 24:15) Until then, I hope the memories of Neil and these promises from God comfort you in the days to come.