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William Neely Obituary
1989 - 2014
William "Will" Earl Neely, a faithful servant of the Lord, passed away on August 15, 2014. Will was born in Moscow, Idaho on July 9, 1989 to Ken and Nancy Neely.
Will loved biking, books, board games, and most of all he loved his family and God. Will was blessed with an amazing smile and a servant's heart. His family and friends never saw him happier than when he was helping and healing others. In September, he was preparing to serve God through missions along with his wife and daughter.
He is survived by his wife Felicia, daughter Autumn, parents Ken and Nancy, and siblings Ben, Ian, and Rachel.
Funeral services will be performed at Discovery Church (1177 N. Roosevelt St.) on Friday, August 22 at 11:00am.
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August 28, 2014
Ken and Nancy-- Our thoughts are and will be with you and your family.
Deb Parliman and Phil Stanley
Shannon Hannold
August 28, 2014
I am so heartbroken over Wills passing. I know how friends and family feel as I lost my brother the same way. As one looses their fight with cancer, we lost them to their illness. Will and all his siblings worked for me at Cafe Shakespeare. He was a light in the world. He was a pleasure to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with the Neely family and Felicia and baby. Love Shannon Hannold
David Lachiondo
August 27, 2014
Will was one of my best students at Boise State. I was greatly saddened to hear of his untimely death. Felicia please know that you and Autumn are in my thoughts and prayers.
Boldon Family
August 24, 2014
To know Will is to love Will - no offense to the rest of the Neely fam, but he is easily our favorite 'Neely'
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Freda Reed
August 24, 2014
Ken and Nancy I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the love that Will had for Jesus even as a young boy. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Richard Starkel
August 24, 2014
Felicia, Val n Craig n the Neely family, we r so sorry for your loss. I had only met Will one time at a family gathering. I know if Felicia and the Lunsford family loved him that he had 2 b an excetional young man. We pray for u all with all diligence. Losing a child no matter the age is the hardest thing a parent can go through. The only way you can get through this is the grace and strength of our Lord and Savior, Jesus The Christ. With our love and prayers. Uncle Rick n Aunt Evaleen
Banks Family
August 24, 2014
Thinking of you Neely family with love and hugs.
We saw Will grow from a pre-teen, when we first came to Crossroads Christian Church, to a handsome young man. He was beautiful. His story isn't over.
Shelley Warner
August 23, 2014
August 22, 2014
So sad to hear of the loss of your dear son! A long distance hug to all of you. Serena and Bill Smith
Beausoleil Family
August 22, 2014
Wow, the world will miss him. So sorry for your loss, losing a child, not comprehendible. Had to do it before, toughest toughest thing in life. Prayers are with you, you already know that.
Wiener Family
August 22, 2014
We are so sorry for your tremendous loss. Thinking of you and your family at this terrible time.
August 22, 2014
William saved my life when we were both in our early 20s. I pray that his family is able to remember his beautiful smile and unconditional love each day and that doing so can heal their hearts as much as is possible. His spirit will continue as a light for Christ.
Elizabeth Collins
August 21, 2014
I am so sorry Felicia, but God has another plan for you and Will and Autumn. Pray for peace within yourself and kiss Autumn for me. Your great aunt Elizabeth Fleming Collins.
August 21, 2014
Praying for you, Felicia, and your family. We love you!
Darlene Luna
August 21, 2014
I never met Will, and I know nothing about him, but I wanted to send my condolences to his family. My best friend & I are the ones that found him at the river. May God bless you all.
Renee Summers
August 21, 2014
Love and prayers. I love you all.
Norm-Chris Starkel
August 21, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Will's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord help you and your family deal with your grief during these hard times. Love , Aunt Chris and Uncle Norm
Tabby Powell
August 21, 2014
I wish we got to know him better. I used to see him at church all of the time and he always had a smile on his face. Even when he would chat with us he was one of those people that could almost smile while talking. Will would always go out of his way to talk to my husband and I because we are shy and would usually be in the back of the church. I will be praying big time for his wife and daughter, they are all such awesome/nice people.
August 21, 2014
I worked with Will when he was a Lifeguard. He was easily one of the nicest and most compassionate people that I met in my time there. He brought happiness to so many people. My condolences to his friends and family. He was a wonderful person.
Alex Crane
August 21, 2014
We love you guys. Our prayers are with you.
Susie Carrrell
August 20, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Patti, Rob, Katie, Jeff, Annie and Jack Ball
August 20, 2014
Due to his friendship with our daughter, Annie, Will spent a lot of time at our house during their high school and early college years. We loved the joy, thoughtfulness and smile he brought with him. He was always willing to dress up for Halloween parties or help out in any way at our get togethers. Will was a gentleman and a true friend. We were blessed to have him in our lives. He will be greatly missed, but will always live in our hearts. The Ball Family
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