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Brian McNEELY Obituary

McNEELY, Brian Francis 28, of Riverview passed away Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014. He was born on May 27, 1985 in Hoffman Estates, IL to Frank and Colette Bochenek McNeely. Brian graduated in the class of 2003, from Bartlett High School in Bartlett, IL and then from the University of Tampa with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science in 2008. Brian was the physical education teacher at Eisenhower Middle School in Apollo Beach. He was the proud coach of the General's football and track teams. He also coached Bloomingdale Little League. He was an avid football fan. Brian especially loved the Chicago Bears. He also enjoyed fishing, home repair and remodeling and coaching. Brian was hard working and loved his family. Survivors include his devoted wife, Mindy; loving sons, Tayton and Dillon; parents, Frank and Colette; brother, USMC Lt. Eric McNeely; sisters, Kara and Kayla McNeely; aunt, Tina Bochenek; father and mother-in-law, Mel and Evie Laing; sisters-in-law, Missy and Melanie Laing; nephew, Te'Sean Crowder; other family and circle of good friends. Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 10 from 6-9 pm at Stowers Funeral Home, Brandon. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 11 at 12 pm at Bell Shoals Baptist Church, Brandon. In honor of Brian's love for football, family and friends are encouraged to wear football Jerseys to the services. Even, Green Bay Packers jerseys are allowed. Brian will always be deeply loved and forever missed. In lieu of flowers please make donations to www.gofundme.com/CoachBrian. Please visit www.stowersfh.com to sign Brian's guestbook.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Jan. 9, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian McNEELY

32 Entries

Brittany Bracewell

January 22, 2014

You were an awesome guy Mr.McNeely. R.I.P

Robin Hawk

January 11, 2014

Brian you will leave a void in our students lives and faculty. We truly miss you,Brian! I miss the fun you coaches had the practical jokes, the stories, your smile. Keep watching over your family and every now and then let's us know you are with us. Robin

Kianna Green

January 11, 2014

You were my middle school track coach and you were so fun to be around . I'm going to miss you deeply .. My prayers go out to your family .

Simonne Fudella

January 10, 2014

Your sense of humor was incredible and will be missed greatly. You will always have a place in our hearts.

Sharla Schultz

January 10, 2014

I am so blessed that I had the privelege to know Brian. He was always able to make me smile or laugh no matter how bad of a day I was having. We all miss him so much. It is such a comfort to know he is in Heaven now.:)

January 9, 2014

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Brian was a loving husband, father and son. In the short time he lived it is amazing how many lives he touched and the impact he left. He will never be forgotten. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Doreen and Jacquelyn Gunchick

Rich

January 9, 2014

I had the privilege of playing football and wrestling with Brian years ago. He was a tremendously hard worker, a fighter, and a stand-up guy. The world could use more McNeely's. My heart goes out to his young family. I hope they one day find comfort knowing they had such a dad/husband/son as Brian, even if it was too short.

Deborah Pastor

January 9, 2014

I have followed Brian's Miracle of facebook, and had the honor of meeting him through my nephew Josh. Love the truth in Billy Joel's lyrics "Only the Good Die Young"

Jan Krause

January 9, 2014

The mixture of deep sadness and great joy is hard to comprehend. None of us would want to have Brian back with us in the state he was. Yet we will all miss him greatly, and that saddens us. The great joy of knowing he is with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ lessens our pain. Brian is in the best place there is, Heaven. May our gracious Lord soften the pain Brian's Loved Ones and Friends feel. I pray that your tears are lessened with time but that your love for Brian will endure forever. God loves all of us and with faith as small as a mustard seed, we will at some time join Brian in the Church Triumphant. Until later Loving Husband, great Father, good Friend, and wonderful 2nd Son.

Tyler Thaxton

January 9, 2014

This was my middle school coach Man, he was the best, he was real chill, im gunna miss him, My prayers are with his family

Mike Kurzer

January 9, 2014

Its been a long time since we lost spoke, but I fondly look back on the memories from BHS on the football field and wrestling mat. Brian was a great guy.

Anne Furst

January 9, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was such an amazing man, and it is clear that he touched many lives, especially at UT. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Love you McNeely!

Vikki Joyner

January 9, 2014

As the pain from death may seem unbearable, always remember love is strong enough to last for an eternity. May God bless and strengthen your families as you journey through this painful time. Brian's bright spirit will never be forgotten.

Crystal Barber

January 9, 2014

So sorry for the loss of such a precious life. Dillon will forever be his legacy. my heart and prayers go out to the McNeely and Laing families.

Philippus Family

January 9, 2014

Thank you so much for being a wonderful coach to my children.
Our prayers go out to your family.

Susan Hart

January 9, 2014

Brian you are now a guardian angel. You were a great coach at EMS and are still talked about. Prayers for your family.

Jenna Quilty

January 8, 2014

I only knew Brian for a year, but it was enough for him to have a special place in my heart. We played softball together and worked at McNiff. Every time I see/hear about the bears I always think of him and "da bears!" I'm so sad to hear about such a tragic loss. He is such a wonderful guy. Thoughts and prayers for his family

Monica Fantone

January 8, 2014

Sorry for your loss....my prayers are with you and your family.(Evie)

Matthew Stern

January 8, 2014

This news is surprising and deeply saddening. Though Brian and I hadn't spoken since high school, I am sure he showed the same heart fighting this disease as he showed everyday on the football field and wrestling mat. RIP Brian.

Diana Montejo

January 8, 2014

Brian, no more suffering... RIP now, just joy & peace is with you.

My deepest sympathy for the McNeely family...

Maria Sundy

January 8, 2014

Brian may you rest in peace. I only met you once when I was there a couple years ago but through Evie I felt I knew you. She always talked about the great love you had for your family. Till We Meet Again

Angela Johnson

January 8, 2014

In your memory

angela Johnson

January 8, 2014

Prayers to the loved one's you left behind. Brian you will be missed by all who knew you however you are not suffering anymore!!!

Lauren Brady

January 8, 2014

Sending love and light to you all at this time.

Donna Harper

January 8, 2014

My deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to Mindy, Taton, Dillon and all of Brians family and friends. Brian was such a wonderful young man, and his passion to work with children was admirable. I so enjoyed working with Brian. He could make the best of any situation, and his smile lit up the world. He will be greatly missed, and our loss is heavens gain. There is peace in knowing there is no longer pain, and we will meet again one day.

Kathy Burke

January 8, 2014

My deepest condolences to Mindy, Tayton, Dillion, the Laing and McNeely families and all their friends.

Brian Schank

January 8, 2014

Brian,

You will be missed. It was great working with Brian at Eisenhower, and as a packer fan myself we had a lot to talk about. My deepest sympathies to his family, and strength for healing. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brian Schank (Brandon, FL)

Linda Maratea

January 8, 2014

May you rest in the arms of our God, you will be missed, but we promise to hold up your family threw these dark days ahead........RIP Brian my short friendship with you will never be forgotten......Linda Maratea from BSBC

Delana Garcia

January 8, 2014

You will be greatly missed Brian. You are no longer in pain. R.I.P you were a wonderful person and I am lucky to have known you!!

Ashley Youschak

January 8, 2014

Brian I only had the blessing of meeting you once but in that 1 day I saw the love you gave my cousin even in your weakened state. Your strength you showed was out of this world, and it showed the man you were. Your life will be remembered as just that in my eyes, a strong loving man. May you now rest in peace.

PEGGY SNYDER

January 7, 2014

Coach McNeely,you will be greatly missed.you made a big impression in my daughter Breannas life she is so sadden by your passing,you will make a great coach in Heaven dont ever stop smiling.THE FAMILY OF BREANNA CASS EISENHAUER MIDDLE SCHOOL.COACH ON.

Felicia Williams

January 6, 2014

May your soul rest in peace Brian! I pray strength, comfort, and peace to the family and every person Brian has come into contact with. He was an amazing person and will be missed! God bless!!

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