Robert McNeely

Mr. Robert McNeely, 75, of Connersville, died on Sunday September 26, 2021, at Golden Rule Nursing Home in Richmond, Indiana. Robert was born to Robert F. and Thelma E. Logerblade McNeely on January 29, 1946 in Fayette County, Indiana. He graduated from Connersville, Indiana in 1965 and then enlisted in the United States Navy. He served in the Vietnam War, stationed on the Battleship U.S.S. Moale. He was honorably discharged from the Navy and obtained employment at Stant Manufacturing, retiring after more than fifty years of service. Robert was a loyal member of the V.F.W, Amvets, and the American Legion. He enjoyed sharing stories with his friends over a cold beverage at the local service clubs. He enjoyed hunting, and fishing, being outdoors. He also enjoyed going to flea markets and watching professional wrestling. He will be missed by those who knew and loved him. Robert is survived by his son: John McNeely of McKee, Kentucky.; his sister: Cathy Scanlon of Connersville; a grandson Joseph; one cousin: Berry McNeely; one nephew: James Scanlon. He is preceded in death by his parents. Pastor Gwen Pue of the Grand Avenue United Methodist Church will conduct a funeral service at Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Myers Chapel in Connersville on Friday October 1, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. Friends may call from noon until the time of the service with cremation to follow.