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John Burton Neeley

March 10, 1960 ~ February 5, 2026

Born in: Gainesville, Florida
Resided in: Archer, Florida

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John Burton Neeley, age 65, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 5, 2026, following a long illness, surrounded by his children and grandchidlren.

John was born on March 10, 1960, at Alachua General Hospital in Gainesville, Florida, to Fullward Neeley and Hazel Neeley (Pedrick).  John was a lifelong resident of Alachua county.

He dedicated over 17 years of service to the University of Florida, where he worked as a Senior Fiscal employee before retiring in 2015.

John found joy in the outdoors and everything country life had to offer.  He loved planting trees, fishing, bonfires, and working on his property.  In his quieter moments, he enjoyed watching Jeopardy and Antique Roadshow, especially in his final days.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Fullward Neeley and Hazel Neeley (Pedrick), as well as his brothers, Raymond Chesser and Gary Neeley.

He is survived by his son, Andy Neeley (Ashley Brooks); his daughter, Wendy Neeley Sheppard (Brandy Sheppard); his grandchildren, Victoria Neeley, Katherine Neeley, and Lillien Card, Kylee Sheppard, Travis Shields; his brother, Billy Neely (Debbie); his sister, Bessie Rae; along with several nieces and nephews.

John was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him.

Crevasse’s Simple Cremation is honored to serve the Neeley family.

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  2. I’ve known Mr Neeley since I was a teenager, always welcoming me at the Neeley home. He was a wonderful and nurturing man. He will be missed by anyone who ever knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.

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  3. The Neeley house was a second home to me. John, April, Wendy, and Andy created a place where you felt welcomed exactly as you were. When I didn’t always know how to talk to my own father — and ironically, his name is also John — your John was always someone I could talk to without hesitation. He listened, he cared, and he never made things feel heavy… even when they were.
    John lived simply, worked hard and was easy to connect with — and that’s what made him amazing. The world could use a lot more people like him, and everyone lucky enough to know him is better because of it.
    My heart is with your family. Thank you for sharing John with all of us. He’ll always be remembered with a smile, a beer can and lawnmower, a laugh, and a whole lot of love.

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  4. John was a wonderful cousin whom we loved and will miss dearly. John was funny and a good ole’ home boy. He worked hard in life and always did his best. My condolences to the family. Wendy and Andy you were his pride and joy and his love will be with you always. So many good memories with family that we will cherish always!

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  5. John will be missed very much he was an awesome cuz he loved life and family he was a favorite cuz of mine I’ll miss him very much 😢 💔. He always made me laugh always made jokes My heart goes out to his kids and grandkids so very sorry for yall’s loss

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  6. Hey brother, I am here. By now. You have reached the Golden Gates. I’m sure you have been entered in a whole New World a world gathered with people a world that has no more pain in it for you and a world where you will meet the rest of your family. I don’t know why death has greeted our family so much lately the rest of us here I am here we’ll have our turn not too much longer from now until then enjoy your heavenly life. I’m sure that you will be waiting for the rest of us to stay out with your family has gotten to you by now I’ve always. Thank you for helping us have Wendy and Andy in our lives without you. They would not be the same!

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