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Matthew NEELY Obituary

Age 39 of St. Paul Beloved husband, father, son, brother, teacher and friend died peacefully at home on November 19, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife, Amanda, his children, Norah (6) Finnegan (4); father Mike and step-mother Charlotte, mother Monica Jansen and step-father Ron, sister Megan. A special celebration of Matt's life will be held on Sunday, December 11 at 2PM at Day Block Event Center, 1103 Washington Ave S., Minneapolis. Attendees will be encouraged to share memories of Matt in tribute to his remarkable life. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Neely Children's College Fund. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Hillside Chapel 612-781-1999

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Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 22 to Nov. 27, 2016.

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Julie Hoag

December 10, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Matt was such a wonderful person and he will be missed by many. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. See you tomorrow.

Laurie fabricius

December 6, 2016

Im so sorry to hear of the great loss of Nora's daddy. I worked in Nora's pre-k classroom at Emmet, she had a hug for me everyday. I so wish I could give her one today. What a indescribable loss for your family, I pray your find some comfort in your beautiful memories.
Holding you in my prayers,
"Miss Laurie" Fabricius

Joan Halgren

December 4, 2016

You will prevail because of Matt's precious influence on your lives. Love to you all.

November 28, 2016

Amanda and kids, we are so very sorry for your loss. My mom and Dad louise and Fran Weins were your neighbors from across the street and said many good things of you and Matt.We had the pleasure of meeting him at one of the neighborhood functions,such a nice man. Please believe that he is socializing with my Dad in heaven and they are both having a wonderful and joyous life with God. We are here for you if you need us.

Janet daughter of louise and Fran and my husband Darin.

Luke

November 26, 2016

I had Matt as a teacher at Park. He was brightened everybody's day with his contagious smile. He made being in class fun. He will be missed

Roxanne

November 22, 2016

May you Rest In Peace and in God's healing hands. Sorry for your loss Megan and family. Love and prayers for your healing at this time.

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Day Block Event Center

1103 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

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