Judy Diana McNeely, 66, of Eugene, Missouri transferred from this life, Monday, September 12, 2016 at her residence in Eugene, to her heavenly home.  She was born January 16, 1950 in Jefferson City, Missouri the daughter of the late Benjamin A. and Eileen (Chaudoin) Rogers.  On August 12, 1978, Judy was united in marriage at Eugene Christian Church, to Alan McNeely who survives at their home. 

She enjoyed spending time with her family: camping, fishing, traveling, and other activities like watching her children participate in sports, playing games with them, and shopping at flea markets. 

Judy had a wonderful career teaching and being counselor at Smithton, Versailles, Osage, and Eugene.  She especially loved being able to help students make it through the “tough” times in their lives.  She also was a member of Eugene Christian Church and helped with teaching in jr. church, VBS and other activities.

Judy loved to sing Christian hymns and contemporary songs to God.  She participated in the church choir and Christmas and Easter musicals.  Music and singing also sustained her and her family during the dark hours of the Alzheimer’s disease.  Her songs now fill the expanse of Heaven.

Along with her husband Alan, Judy is survived by two daughters and a son: Sara McNeely of Lee’s Summit; Erin (Mark) Miller of Branson; Andy McNeely of Branson; one sister: Janale (David) Adkins of Russellville; two nieces: Indi (Bill) Braden and boys: Ben and Eli of Jackson; Tynet (Brian) Ricklefs and children: Nora and Porter of Springfield; one nephew, Levi (Katie) McNeely and daughters: Amelia and Hadley of Argyle, TX; Step father and mother in law: Bob and Anna Mae Shipman

Visitation will be Thursday, September 15, 2016 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO. 

Funeral Service will be Friday, September 16, 2016 at 2:00 PM Eugene Christian Church of Eugene, MO with Alan McNeely & Matt Boughan officiating. 

Interment will follow at Spring Garden Cemetery.

Memorials in her name are suggested to Eugene Christian Church or Cole R-V Foundation.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO.

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