Doris Abbott Neely

Doris Lee Abbott Neely, age 85, passed away Saturday September 6, 2025, at Carilion Giles Community Hospital in Pearisburg, VA, after an extended illness. Doris was born September 22, 1939, to the late Silas and Mae Bradley Abbott at Willow Bend, WV. She worked for the Celso Corp for 38 years and was a faithful member of Oakvale Methodist Church in Oakvale.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Arven in June 2015, and a niece Tammy Ellison July 1981. Left to cherish her memory, her caregiver and best friend Paulette Neely of Oakvale, a sister Louise Ellison of Lindside, Nephew Steve Ellison and wife Sharon of Lindside, 2 nieces Kathy Ballard and husband Phil, and Betty Jo Atkins and husband Ernie all of Union, WV. Several great nieces and nephews. Step-Son Arven Lee Neely Jr. and wife Valorie of Union, WV Step-Daughter Teresa Lucas and husband Dwight of Georgia. 1 step-grandson, 3 step-granddaughters, a special friend who was like a son “Squeaky” Neely

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Doris Neely will be held at 12 Noon. Tuesday, September 9, 2025, in the Chapel of Fredeking Funeral Service in Oakvale with Pastor Mossy Clyburn officiating.   Burial will follow in the Neely Family Cemetery at Adairs Run Road. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Friends may visit the family on Tuesday at the funeral home from 11 AM until the service hour.  Online condolences may be shared with the family via www.fredekingfs.com.The family of Doris Neely is being served by Fredeking Funeral Service in Oakvale.

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