Charles Neeley

We are deeply saddened to announce Charles Neeley, age 95, passed away peacefully at his home in Groesbeck, OH on September 21, 2025. The eldest of twelve children, Charles was born in Gray Hawk, Kentucky on May 13, 1930, to Clarence and Sarah Neeley. He was the loving husband of the late Vada Jean Neeley (nee Hurst) and devoted father of Ric Neeley, Mark (Jamie) Neeley, Teresa (David) Asebrook and Cynthia (Timothy) Lord.

Charles was known for his endearing smile and dedication to his family. He lived his life with integrity, courage, kindness, and faith in God. His love for family was his defining characteristic. He left a lasting impact on all who knew him. He was “Pap” to eleven grandchildren - Cody, Karly, Jacob, Kyle, Taylor, Zach, Jessica, Crystal, Ashley, Lucas and Steven as well as three great-grandchildren - Auri, Harley and Dez.

He had a deep and abiding love for nature and cherished the land. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and long walks in the woods his entire life. He was a graduate of Annville Institute and proudly served in the US Air Force during the Korean War as an airplane engineer. He went on to own and manage numerous businesses over the course of his career. He was a ‘jack of all trades’ who managed to master most all of them.

Charles was proceeded in death by his parents and seven siblings – Arvil, Robert (Bobby), Gladys, Everett (‘Doc’), Leonard, Isaac, Clarence Jr and leaves behind four other siblings - Ola Stout (Louisville, KY), Leroy Neeley (Versailles, KY), Nick Neeley (Annville, KY) and Earl Neeley (Tyner, KY). He is also survived by an extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss him dearly.

His visitation will be held Friday, September 26th, from 11:00 AM until time of the Funeral Service at 1:00 PM at the Paul R. Young Funeral Home, 7345 Hamilton Ave., Mt. Healthy, OH 45231. Interment will immediately follow at Arlington Memorial Gardens. Online condolences can be made at www.paulyoungfuneralhome.com.

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