John "Robert" McNeely
September 13, 1928 - February 20, 2017
John “Robert” McNeely 88 of Delbarton, WV passed away Feb. 20, 2017 at Ragland, WV. He was born Sept. 13, 1928 at Williamson, WV the son of the late George and Pearl Hensley McNeely. He was also preceded in death by his 1st. wife, Hazel Copley McNeely, son-in-law, Larry Smith, step-daughter Sue Spaulding, brothers, Ed, George, Matthew, Hoover and Burgess, sisters, Ester, Viola and Geneva. Robert enjoyed playing his guitar throughout the Tug Valley area. He played in several gospel and bluegrass groups and played at the Grand Ole Opry on numerous occasions. He loved to tell stories of all the famous people he played music with. He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife, the love of his life, Vertie Smith McNeely. They had a special bond. He was always there taking care of her whether it was carrying her purse or taking her to her favorite place to eat, Captain D’s. He is also survived by son, Johnny (Teresa) McNeely, step-son, Harry Smith, daughters, Delores McNeely and Faye Smith, Step-daughters, Kim (Troy) Jarrell with whom he made his home with, Rose Smith, Liz (Dave) Farley, Shirley (Glen) Caudill and Evelyn (Dave) Baisden, several grandchildren, along with two special grandchildren, Donald Smith and Abel Dotson. Funeral services will be held at the Chafin Funeral Home Thursday Feb. 23, 2017 at 1:00pm with Rev. Mike Bostic officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. View Memory Gardens at Maher, WV. Visitation will be at the funeral home chapel on Wednesday evening from 6-9pm. Online condolences can be made at ChafinFuneralHome.Com
John “Robert” McNeely 88 of Delbarton, WV passed away Feb. 20, 2017 at Ragland, WV. He was born Sept. 13, 1928 at Williamson, WV the son of the late George and Pearl Hensley McNeely. He was also preceded in death by his 1st. wife,... View Obituary & Service Information