James J. Neelis Obituary
The memory of James J. Neelis (Watervliet, New York), born in Grafton, New York, who passed away on March 2, 2025 at the age of 69, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James J. Neelis to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Neelis and Josephine Neelis (Nowakowski); his brother John Michael Neelis; his aunt Jean; and his uncle Richard Nowakowski.
He is survived by: his daughter Jessica Neelis (Chris Jenkins) of North Colonie; his grandchildren, Jack Johnson, Julia Johnson and Lane Jenkins; his siblings, Jackie Mosher (Mike), Bobby Neelis (Carol) of Mayfield and Charlie Murray (Terry) of Mayfield; his nieces and nephews, Jennifer Hogan (Matt), Jacquii D'Alessio (Scott), Sarah Crossman (Matt), Theresa Cox (Tim) and Robert Neelis (Melanie); and his friends, Bonnie Willard, Mike Fox (Sherry) and Brian Burns.
Visitation was held on Friday, March 7th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Parker Bros. Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. (2013 Broadway, Watervliet, NY 12189). A funeral service was held on Friday, March 7th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Parker Bros. Memorial (2013 Broadway, Watervliet, NY 12189).
In his memory, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society.
