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Michelle Neely Obituary
Michelle R. Neely, 49, of Great Falls, passed away of cancer Thursday, January 3, 2014, at Peace Hospice surrounded by her family. A private family Memorial Service will be held in the spring.
Michelle was born in Seattle, WA, on November 16, 1964. She was raised in Belgrade, MT, where she graduated from high school in 1982. She later graduated from MSU in 1987 with a Master's Degree in Sports Medicine.
After graduating, she moved to Great Falls where she worked at Hastings and World of Time. She was a die-hard fanatic of the Duke Blue Devils, she loved craft shows, and enjoyed working in her flower garden. Her favorite passion in life was whales. She had many whale collectibles as well as she adopted an Orca in the wild.
She is survived by her step brother, Steven Neely of Oregon; aunt, Karla (Joe) Roos of Great Falls; uncle, Don (Cherie) Johnson of Wolf Creek; cousins, Paula Johnson and Rick Enge of Great Falls, Kevin (Alyssa) Johnson of Bellingham, WA; great aunt, Shirley Enge; and last but not least her best four legged buddy, Tamar.
Those who preceded her in death include her mother, Sandra Neely; step father, Michael Neely; grandparents Raymond and Rosella Johnson.
Condolences to the family may be shared at www.croxfordfuneralhome.com
Memorials in honor of Michelle are suggested to Peace Hospice 1101 26th ST South, Great Falls, MT, 59405.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Michelle Neely
Elisha Foster
January 18, 2014
My heart goes out to Michelle's family. Her natural warm and compassionate nature will be greatly missed. I will miss your laugh Michelle and your amazing optimisim. Love you always
Robin Auchterlonie
January 8, 2014
I really enjoyed working with Michelle at Hastings. She will be missed.
Eric Spragg
January 7, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Michelle was a wonderful person and always in an uplifting mood. I will miss her laugh & smile and visitng with her at the World of Time. God Bless you Michelle.
January 7, 2014
Please accept my sincerest condolences. My God and your fond memories give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Ms Porter
Barbara Lassiter
January 7, 2014
I loved and looked forward to the days that Michelle worked with us at Hastings. I knew that no matter what happened during the course of the evening that I would hear her resounding and infectious laughter. Her laugh would always bring a smile to my face and lift my sprits. I will truly miss Michelle's earnest, warm, and compassionate nature. May she rest well knowing that she has brought joy and light to others.
Brook G
January 6, 2014
Hastings will not be the same without this amazing woman. Michelle smile and happy demeanor meant a lot to all us that worked with her. Even after I quit workign with her, I always sought her out on my visits to Hastings.
Don Lundby
January 6, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Michelle's warm glow, infectious laugh and never ending smile will forever be treasured. As I would go into the World of Time to "work", Michelle would turn a gloomy day upside down and add sunshine.
Beth Davis
January 6, 2014
Michelle's family and Hastings family, I am very saddened to hear of Michelle's passing. I worked with her and she was always upbeat, happy and a joy to work with. We have lost an angel on earth but Heaven has gained one.May she continue to laugh in Heaven. Prayers sent to all of you.
Alison McLaughlin
January 6, 2014
I loved working with Michelle. I've known her for over two years working at Hastings!! I will miss hearing her laugh all the way across the store. Always made me smile. She is in a better place, and I know we all will miss her deeply at work. Rest in peace lady. Love you
Picture I captured today :)
Heather Voeller
January 5, 2014
The world lost a wonderful, sweet, happy woman last week, but heaven gained an angel. Michelle was one of the first people I was blessed to work with when I started working at Hastings Entertainment my Junior year in high school. She always took the time to smile and ask how ones day was. Even after I graduated and left for another job, any time I saw her she always had a smile and wanted a quick catch up of life.
Why is it the angels suffer the worst pain in mortal life; cancer.
May her family find peace in knowing she is no longer in pain, and that she touched many souls in this life.
Meagan Keller
January 5, 2014
Michelle was always the highlight of my day and her laugh was infectious. You couldn't be sad around her. She was an amazing person and will be greatly missed.
January 5, 2014
Michelle is truely a special child of God. Our prayers continue for her, her family and many friends. Bill and Pat
Rick Anderson
January 4, 2014
Regardless of what Michelle was going through, she always did so with a smile and infectious laughter. Going into Hastings will never be the same. Keep smiling Michelle...
Carey (Lytle) Amato
January 4, 2014
Michelle was also a part of my Hastings family. I loved to laugh, joke and work with her. One of my favorite people and I'm happy to have called her a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Mary-Lynn Cameron
January 4, 2014
I also worked with Michelle at Hastings. I loved her! She was a such a great person to know. I am happy to to have called her a friend. Sending love to her family.
Joy Breslauer
January 4, 2014
I loved going into World of Time and greeting Michelle there. She was always so helpful, and had a smile for everyone and a great contagious laugh. I know she fought this battle hard. She will be greatly missed.
January 4, 2014
To Michelle's family & friends..
I worked with Michelle many years at Hastings. You could always count on her helpfulness, her smile & her laugh.
Bless her & her journey.
Sending love.
Barb Walden
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