David Kent Neely, 73

David Kent Neely, 73, of Bridgeport, Nebraska, passed away onWednesday, November 22, 2023, at RegionalWest Medical Center in Scottsbluff, surrounded by his family that loved him. At his request, a private family service will be held, and cremation has taken place.

Online condolences may be made on David’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfueralhome. com or sent to 10330 US Hwy 26, Bridgeport, NE, 69336.

David was born on August 29, 1950, to David J. and Donna Mae (Maurer) Neely. He was raised in Bridgeport and graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1968. He went to UNL and pursued a degree in Education, and while there was a member of the UNL Marching Band. He attained his master’s degree in special education while teaching in El Paso,TX, from there moving to Austin,TX. In 2008 he moved back to Bridgeport to care for his parents.

He was a forever Husker fan and had a soft spot for his dogs.

He was a gentle and caring soul and will be sorely missed.

He is survived by his brother Jeff (Susan) Neely of Bridgeport; nephews Ryan (Chantel) Neely of Bridgeport and Brooks Neely of Bridgeport; nieces Erin (Jared) Reynolds of Bridgeport and Megan (Seth) Covalt of Scottsbluff.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

“See, I have written your name on the palms of my hands.” Is. 49:16a.