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Michael Erby McNelis
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Michael Erby McNelis, 75, passed away on Thurs. May 22, 2025, at the Brandon Nursing and Rehab Center in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Tues. May 27, 2025, from 12pm-1pm at Lakeside Presbyterian Church located at 2070 Spillway Rd. Brandon, MS 39047. A memorial service will be held at 1pm on Tues. May 27, 2025, at Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Brandon, MS. Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS handled arrangements.
Mr. McNelis was born on April 28, 1950, in Shreveport, LA to Neil McNelis Jr. and Annie Marie McManus.
He is survived by his wife, Becky McNelis; daughter, Rachel Lyle (Brent); brother, Neil McNelis III (Frances) and his loving pet dog, Gracie.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lakeside Presbyterian Church Legacy Fund at 2070 Spillway Rd. Brandon, MS 39047.
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