Samuel Neely was born in Gaston County, NC on May 23, 1923 to the late Joe Neely and the late Daisy Jackson. He transitioned from his earthly home on Thursday; December 7, 2023 at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

Viewing at the funeral home on Friday; December 15, 2023 from 4:30 until 7:00

Funeral on Saturday; December 16, 2023 at St. Peters AME Zion Church, Gastonia at 12:30 with visitation beginning at 12 noon

Interment: Gaston Memorial Park, Gastonia