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KERRY NEELY
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kerry Allen Neely, who died peacefully at home on June 17, 2025, with his wife and daughters by his side. He was 70 years old.
He is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Debbie Neely, his loving daughters, Laura (Thomas Carter) and Jennifer (Keith Van De Kerckhove), and his grandchildren, Aidan, Elijah, Samuel and Finnley, as well as many extended family and friends. Kerry was pre-deceased by his parents, Bill and May Neely, brother Brian Neely, and sister Sharon McMahon (Neely).
Born in Ashern and raised in Petersfield, Kerry spent much of his youth in Eriksdale with extended family. He met the love of his life, Debbie Haslund and they married in 1974. Together they had 2 daughters, Laura and Jennifer, moving to Rivers to raise their family.
Kerry’s abilities were vast and varied. He was an avid outdoorsman, builder, mechanic, electrician, & technology specialist. There was no skill he couldn’t master. Generous with his time, he has passed so many of his skills on to so many to carry on his work. Whether it was a broken heart, broken down car, scraped knee or nosebleed, Kerry’s girls could count on him to make it better.
There was nothing Kerry enjoyed more than spending time with his family; on the lake, in nature, or at home. He will be remembered for his smile, mischievous pranks, sometimes inappropriate jokes, and most of all, how much he loved his family. He will be forever in our hearts.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Rivers Legion Hall, Rivers, MB. All who knew him are welcome to attend and pay their respects. Interment will take place at the Rivers Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Kerry's memory to the Rivers Game and Fish Association, PO Box 984, Rivers, MB, R0K 1X0 or to the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 675 McDermot Ave Rm ON 1160, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 9Z9 (www.cancercarfdn.mb.ca).
Campbell Funeral Home, Hamiota were in care of the arrangements.
As published in Brandon Sun on Jun 28, 2025
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Dear Debbie and family. I was so sorry to have just heard the news of Kerry's passing. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family for your loss. May the love and wonderful memories you hold in your heart bring you comfort during this time of sadness. Love is always with you. Love from your cousin Gloria.❤️🙏 - Posted by: Gloria Mager (Cousin) on: Aug 27, 2025
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My deepest sympathies to Deb, Laura, Jen and families. I hope you find comfort in this difficult time. I truly cherished my visits to the garage next door and learn so much from a man who could make or do anything. Kerry had an infectious laugh and always put a smile on one’s face. - Posted by: Myles (Friend) on: Jul 08, 2025
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I was so very sorry to read of Kerry’s passing.. sending love and support to you and the girls.. - Posted by: Purdy Nori (Friend) on: Jun 28, 2025