Michael A. Neely 1950-2009

ROCHESTER—Michael A. Neely, Suddenly December 27, 2009 at age 59. Predeceased by his parents Marion and Beatrice; brother, Barry. Survived by sons, Jeffery (Kelly), Joshua (Emily); grandsons, Jesse and Caleb; sister Carol Carey of Geneseo, sister-in-law, Karen Neely of Peoria, AZ, several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends called Wednesday 2-4 p.m. with a service at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati OH 45250-0301, Attn.: Gifts

Thomas Funeral Chapels, INC.

4545 Lake Ave., 663-3837

See complete obituary in our Dec. 31 print edition.

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