Paul Anthony "Tony" Neely Obituary (1967

Mr. Paul Anthony "Tony" Neely, aged 55 of Hanover, was born January 26, 1967 to Jim and Mary Green Neely of Dupont. The oldest of five children, Paul graduated in 1985 from Madison Christian Schools before joining the United States Air Force, where he served as a military police officer. Paul was joined in marriage to Amy Lockridge Neely on August 27, 2005. The couple resided in Yucca Valley, CA until Amy's death. Paul returned to Jefferson County in 2018 and worked at Belterra Casino and Resort. A lifelong lover of music, he was a talented harmonica player who often played locally and contributed to an ensemble blues benefit album, "Forever Friends", in 1999. His encyclopedic knowledge of music and film trivia made him a great source for information and fun conversation. He was known as a jokester with a one-of-a-kind sense of humor and a distinct, contagious laugh. His antics were legendary and all who knew him have their own tales to tell. He appreciated simple joys and liked sharing those joys with others. He will be missed by many. Paul passed on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Florence, Kentucky. A LOVING FAMILY Paul will be missed by his loving mother, Mary Neely, of Madison Indiana, his sister and caretaker Laura (Casey) Jaynes of Florence, Kentucky, his brother Jason (Amanda) Neely of Madison Indiana, his sister Calin Neely of Bloomington, Indiana, his brother Ross Neely of Chicago, Illinois, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Amy Lockridge-Neely, his father, Jim Neely, and his sister, Elizabeth Neely. PAUL'S WISHES Paul's wishes were cremation with no services. MEMORIAL EXPRESSIONS Memorial contributions may be made to Jefferson County Animal Shelter. Cards are available at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centres of Madison and Hanover. Online condolences, remembrances, and memorials can be left at www.morgan-nay.com To send a flower arrangement in memory of Paul Anthony "Tony" Neely, please click here to visit our sympathy store.