John Arron Neeley, age 76, of Foster Village, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2009, at the Mauna Lani Nursing Home in Honolulu, Hawaii, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born June 9, 1933, in Prestonsburg, the son of Johnnie and Mada (Williams) Neeley, he lived a long, happy, and fulfilled life. He was a wonderful and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
A retired Chief Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force, he spent 27 years serving his country, including year-long remote tours of duty in Vietnam (1967-68) and Korea (1972-73). He received numerous awards and commendations for his work in the Supply and Logistics field during his long military career.
After his departure from the military in 1978, he spent 17 years in private and civil service employment, before his retirement in 1995.
He was also a member of Prestonsburg United Baptist Church.
John enjoyed life to the fullest, always willing to lend a hand or share in a laugh with family, friends, neighbors, or a newly found acquaintance. His favorite activities were spending time with his family and spoiling his grandkids. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, and could most often be found hanging out with Brenda, people watching, and enjoying a hot cup of coffee and baked apple pie. He will be missed by all who have been touched by his love, generosity, and friendship.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda; sons John (Cindy) and Joel (Tara); grandchildren, Christopher John, Jenna Lei, Mary Alex, Nikki Lawson, and Dyland Dixon; brothers Donald, Gordon, Fred, Robert, Cecil; and sisters Dixie Ellen, Mary Alice, and Jacqueline.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Herald Dean; and a sister, Cotyene.
Services for John will be held on Tuesday, July 21, at the Halawa Heights Baptist Church, 99-611 Ulune St. Aiea, at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl) will follow at 1:00 p.m
Read more: Floyd County Times (KY) - John Aaron Neeley
Born June 9, 1933, in Prestonsburg, the son of Johnnie and Mada (Williams) Neeley, he lived a long, happy, and fulfilled life. He was a wonderful and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
A retired Chief Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force, he spent 27 years serving his country, including year-long remote tours of duty in Vietnam (1967-68) and Korea (1972-73). He received numerous awards and commendations for his work in the Supply and Logistics field during his long military career.
After his departure from the military in 1978, he spent 17 years in private and civil service employment, before his retirement in 1995.
He was also a member of Prestonsburg United Baptist Church.
John enjoyed life to the fullest, always willing to lend a hand or share in a laugh with family, friends, neighbors, or a newly found acquaintance. His favorite activities were spending time with his family and spoiling his grandkids. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, and could most often be found hanging out with Brenda, people watching, and enjoying a hot cup of coffee and baked apple pie. He will be missed by all who have been touched by his love, generosity, and friendship.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda; sons John (Cindy) and Joel (Tara); grandchildren, Christopher John, Jenna Lei, Mary Alex, Nikki Lawson, and Dyland Dixon; brothers Donald, Gordon, Fred, Robert, Cecil; and sisters Dixie Ellen, Mary Alice, and Jacqueline.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Herald Dean; and a sister, Cotyene.
Services for John will be held on Tuesday, July 21, at the Halawa Heights Baptist Church, 99-611 Ulune St. Aiea, at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl) will follow at 1:00 p.m
Read more: Floyd County Times (KY) - John Aaron Neeley
John Arron Neeley, age 76, of Foster Village, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2009, at the Mauna Lani Nursing Home in Honolulu, Hawaii, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born June 9, 1933, in Prestonsburg, the son of Johnnie and Mada (Williams) Neeley, he lived a long, happy, and fulfilled life. He was a wonderful and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
A retired Chief Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force, he spent 27 years serving his country, including year-long remote tours of duty in Vietnam (1967-68) and Korea (1972-73). He received numerous awards and commendations for his work in the Supply and Logistics field during his long military career.
After his departure from the military in 1978, he spent 17 years in private and civil service employment, before his retirement in 1995.
He was also a member of Prestonsburg United Baptist Church.
John enjoyed life to the fullest, always willing to lend a hand or share in a laugh with family, friends, neighbors, or a newly found acquaintance. His favorite activities were spending time with his family and spoiling his grandkids. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, and could most often be found hanging out with Brenda, people watching, and enjoying a hot cup of coffee and baked apple pie. He will be missed by all who have been touched by his love, generosity, and friendship.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda; sons John (Cindy) and Joel (Tara); grandchildren, Christopher John, Jenna Lei, Mary Alex, Nikki Lawson, and Dyland Dixon; brothers Donald, Gordon, Fred, Robert, Cecil; and sisters Dixie Ellen, Mary Alice, and Jacqueline.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Herald Dean; and a sister, Cotyene.
Services for John will be held on Tuesday, July 21, at the Halawa Heights Baptist Church, 99-611 Ulune St. Aiea, at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl) will follow at 1:00 p.m
Read more: Floyd County Times (KY) - John Aaron Neeley
Born June 9, 1933, in Prestonsburg, the son of Johnnie and Mada (Williams) Neeley, he lived a long, happy, and fulfilled life. He was a wonderful and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
A retired Chief Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force, he spent 27 years serving his country, including year-long remote tours of duty in Vietnam (1967-68) and Korea (1972-73). He received numerous awards and commendations for his work in the Supply and Logistics field during his long military career.
After his departure from the military in 1978, he spent 17 years in private and civil service employment, before his retirement in 1995.
He was also a member of Prestonsburg United Baptist Church.
John enjoyed life to the fullest, always willing to lend a hand or share in a laugh with family, friends, neighbors, or a newly found acquaintance. His favorite activities were spending time with his family and spoiling his grandkids. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, and could most often be found hanging out with Brenda, people watching, and enjoying a hot cup of coffee and baked apple pie. He will be missed by all who have been touched by his love, generosity, and friendship.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda; sons John (Cindy) and Joel (Tara); grandchildren, Christopher John, Jenna Lei, Mary Alex, Nikki Lawson, and Dyland Dixon; brothers Donald, Gordon, Fred, Robert, Cecil; and sisters Dixie Ellen, Mary Alice, and Jacqueline.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Herald Dean; and a sister, Cotyene.
Services for John will be held on Tuesday, July 21, at the Halawa Heights Baptist Church, 99-611 Ulune St. Aiea, at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl) will follow at 1:00 p.m
Read more: Floyd County Times (KY) - John Aaron Neeley
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