Brett Roy Herman McNeilly, 62, of Morganton, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025 at his residence.
Brett was born December 14, 1962 in California to Lorrayne Lattman McNeilly and the late Roy P. McNeilly. He served honorably in the United States Army and loved his local theatre scene and playing in his band.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his sister, Sherrie Lynn McNeilly.
He is survived by his mother, Lorrayne McNeilly; son, Philip Neeland McNeilly; sisters, Lori Franklin and Phyllis Van Horn; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held in the Chapel of Burke Memorial Park on Monday, June 9, 2025 at 2:30 PM with Pastor Thurman Roe officiating. Inurnment will take place following the service.
Memorials may be made to Wilkies Grove Baptist Church at 5780 Wilkies Grove Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28602.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.
Praying for the family. A treasured friend who shall be missed. I’ll cherish the memories I’ve been blessed with until we meet again.
Brett was a kind and loving soul. I had the pleasure of living beside him for the past 5 years. May he now be at peace.