Sarah Jane Neely

Sarah Jane Neely

Sarah Neely Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 8, 2006.
SARAH JANE NEELY, born on June 21, 1932 to Hugh and Johnny McAfee in Bridgeport, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2006 in Houston. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband of 37 years, Samuel E. Neely and her brother, James McAfee. Sarah is survived by her son, Shawn D. Neely and his wife, Jeri T. Neely and grandson, Tyler E. Neely from Houston, her sisters, Mary Jo Williamson of San Angelo, Pat Halbrooks of Ft. Worth and her brother, Dick McAfee, from Ft. Worth and many nieces and nephews. For those that desire, in lieu of flowers, please make donations in her name to The Salvation Army or to the charity of your choice.

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