Benjamin “Ben” David Neely, age 21, of Clarksville, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022.
Ben was born January 17, 2001, in Clarksville, TN, to Edwin Wayne Neely and Charity Sweet Neely. In addition to his parents, Ben is survived by brothers, Evan Neely and Jon Neely; sister, Katie (Dee) Brinkley; Beloved Goldens, Jack and Lilly; honorary grandparents, David and Alice Dodson; nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Jerry Neely.
Ben was an old soul who was punny, caring and always reaching out to the hurting. He loved the outdoors and metal working in his Firefox Forge, and he enjoyed entertaining with his ukulele. Ben was a 2019 graduate of Clarksville High School and he attended Tennessee Tech University. He was also a member of Hilldale Baptist Church and he loved Jesus, his family and friends. Through the hope of Jesus, we know we will met again.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at 2:00 PM at the Chapel of Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Scott officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, February 19, 2022 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Sunday, February 20, 2022 from 12:00 PM until the hour of service. Interment will be at Sango Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Daniel Hott, Jake Hott, Caleb Brinkley, Bryan Neely, Brandon Neely and Brad Neely. Honorary Pallbearers are Andrew Dodson and Tyler Neely.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Adopt a Golden Rescue, PO BOX 681106, Franklin, TN. 37068-1106 https://www.adoptagoldennashville.org/
Arrangements are entrusted to Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040; (931) 213-7631. Online condolences may be made and live streaming of the service may be viewed at www.nealtarpleyparchman.com.