Jimmy McNeely

Durden-Hudson Funeral Directors announces the death of Mr. James, “Jimmy” McNeely, age 65, of Martinez, GA, on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at his home.

Funeral Services will be conducted Friday, September 29, 2023 at 3:00 PM in the Peebles- Curry Memorial Chapel with Rev. John Kenney officiating.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at Durden-Hudson Funeral Directors.

Burial will be in the Eastbrook Cemetery and Mausoleum.

Pallbearers will be David Berry, Wayne Hall, Danny Harrell, Richard Daniels, Wayne Sumner and Richard Fountain.

Honorary Pallbearer will be Mr. George Branan.

Born in Swainsboro, GA to Mr. Freddie C. Pete and Ada Sherrod McNeely, Jimmy was a 1975 graduate of Swainsboro High School. Jimmy was an Emanuel County Little League Baseball coach and in the mid 70’s won a State Championship. He loved golf and was an avid Georgia Tech. fan. He was a self employed business owner and was a member of the Calvary Methodist Church in Swainsboro. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Phyllis Kline.

Survivors include: Wife of 42 years, Mary “Liz” Elizabeth Miller McNeely, of Martinez, GA.

Two Daughters: April Kroger (Ryan) of Evans, GA. and Brooke Comella (Counts) of Harlem, GA.

Son: Zac McNeely (Melissa) of Martinez, GA.

Sisters: Lisa Peebles (Randall) of Swainsboro and Judy McCorkle (Gary) of Claxton, GA.

Seven Grandchildren: Grayson Kroger, Gatlin Kroger, Griffin Kroger, Mason Comella, Maverick Comella, Chatham Comella and Payne McNeely.  

Several Nieces and Nephews.

Condolences may be submitted online at www.durden-hudsonfuneraldirectors.com

Durden-Hudson Funeral Directors is in charge of the arrangements for Jimmy McNeely of Martinez, Georgia.

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