Mr. Steve Neely, age 63, passed away peacefully Thursday December 16, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. A Van Buren County native, Steve was born on February 2, 1958 in Spencer to the late J. C. and Laura Dodson Neely. Steve was a 1975 graduate of Van Buren County High School and worked at Taft Youth Center for twenty years. He married the love of his life Julie White on February 25, 1985 and they spent thirty-seven wonderful years together. Steve was a loving husband, father. He also loved spending all the time he could with his grandchildren.
Steve is survived by his loving family, wife; Julie White Neely of Van Buren County, daughters; Wendy (Brian) Hensley of Van Buren County, Chasity (Kyle) Roberts of Brentwood, TN and LaChelle (Dylan) Lee of Van Buren County, brothers; Roger (Stephanie) Neely, Mike (Cindy) Neely, Sam Neely, and Scott (Sasha) Neely all of Van Buren County, sister; Pat (Mike) Rankin of Van Buren County, grandchildren, Kaylee Hensley, Knox and Sloan Roberts, Ashley, Jaci and Emma Lee, great-grandchild; Harper Howell. And long-time friend; William Moody. Many nieces, nephews and extended family also survives.
A memorial service will be held Thursday December 23, 2021 at 5:00pm in the Layne Chapel with Bro. Bobby Collier and Bro. Wayne Sullivan officiating. Visitation with the family will be Thursday from 1:00pm till time of service at 5:00pm.
Send condolences to the family at www.laynefuneralhome.com
