John Wayne Neeley

John Wayne Neeley passed away and into Jesus' loving arms at the age of 80 on December 30, 2019 at his home in Mansfield, TX, lovingly surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren. Services: A Memorial Service will be held to celebrate and honor him at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 12th at Fielder Church at South Oaks. 5925 US Hwy 287 N Arlington, TX 76017. Memorials: Donations are encouraged to be directed to The Tarrant Area Food Bank. 2525 Cullen St. Fort Worth, Texas 76017, www.tafb.org. John was born May 22, 1939 in Haskell, Texas. He had two brothers and a sister. He married Kay Test in 1963 and had two children, John Neeley and Terri Haider. He was blessed and overjoyed with eleven grandchildren. Following four years of service in the Navy, his career consisted of serving as a Police Officer in both Abilene and Irving for a total of 33 years and retired from the Irving Police Department in 1995. Lake life and activities with his children and grandchildren provided so much joy in his life. He was an honest, caring, and funny man who gave great joy through his harmonica playing and artwork. He loved God and never wavered in his faith. He blessed all who knew him. He was an incredible husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. Wade Family Funeral Home (817) 274-9233