Luther Michael “Mike” Neeley, 74, of Rockville passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025 in his home surrounded by family.  Mike was born September 7, 1950 in Indianapolis to Chet and Maxine Johnston Neeley. 

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Janice (Maynard), whom he married September 4, 1976.  He is also survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Mike) Simpson; his son, Joe (Angie) Neeley; sister, Gail (Dion) Patrick; brother, Pat (Noiy) Neeley; grandchildren Reece (Morgen Tinkle) and Emma Simpson; along with several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, David Neeley. 

Mike was a 1968 graduate of Cascade High School.  He was a Vietnam War veteran serving in the US Army.  Mike retired after 40+ years in the agronomy cooperative system.  He served as school board president of the Rockville Community School Corporation as well as, serving as a board member of the North Central Parke Community School Corporation. 

While the family lived in the Crawfordsville area, Mike’s passion was raising and breeding Simmental cattle.  Later on, Mike found a love for riding Harleys with “The Boys” and he was a wonderful host who made sure everyone felt welcome at “The Ponderosa.”  Mike was quite the craftsman with a piece of his handiwork in all the families’ homes and in multiple places throughout the community.  Most of all, Mike had a deep love for his family.  He enjoyed family vacations, watching his children and grandchildren’s sporting events, and he loved making Sunday breakfast for the family. 

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, September 13, 2025 starting at 3:00 pm at “The Ponderosa”, 4747 N. Parkeville Rd., Rockville, Indiana 47872.  Online condolences may be left at www.debaunfuneralhomes.com    

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