Juanita M. McNeely, 93, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Waldron Nursing Home.
Born on December 22, 1931, in Bartholomew County, she was the daughter of James Freese and Margaret (Jones) Freese.
She married Wilmer McNeely on May 29, 1952, and he preceded her in death on November 3, 2020.
Survivors include 3 children- Rick (Debbie) McNeely of Greenwood, Randy (Sheila) McNeely of Kure Beach, NC, Ryan (Patti) McNeely of Greenfield; sister Nancy Freese of Champagne, IL; 9 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Wilmer, her parents and 5 siblings.
Juanita was a resident of this area for most of her lifetime and was a member of First Baptist Church of Shelbyville. She was an Instructional Assistant for Shelbyville Central Schools for 15 years.
Juanita enjoyed playing cards, Bingo, but most of all loved spending time with her family.
Funeral services will be 12:00 noon, Friday, March 21, 2025, at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with Pastor Daniel McDonald officiating.
Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.
Family will receive friends on Friday morning from 10:00 am, until the time of the service, at the funeral home.
Memorial donations can be made to Waldron Rehab and Healthcare Center, in care of the funeral home.
