[NFB-Utah] Obituary for Daniel Nealey

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Hello Federation family,

 

Jerry Nealey would like to express his most fondest thanks to everyone who
has reached out in prayer, in word and in media to support him at this time.
He knows that it is the sole reason that he is able to be strong enough to
bare this tragedy. His son Daniel's obituary is below and all the details of
the funeral.

 

Obituary

Our beloved Daniel Carter Nealey passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021.

 

His wonderful birth parents from Puerto Rico and Morocco, brought him into
the world, March 4, 2002. Daniel was lovingly adopted by his parents Julie
Allen and Jerry Nealey in Tampa, Florida.

 

Daniel was the sweetest and most kind young man. He was like a brother to
his friends and cousins. He made a huge impact on those around him. He
enjoyed making people laugh. He loved spending time with his cousins.

 

Daniel taught us all about sensory issues, epilepsy, ADHD, and overcoming
huge obstacles.

 

He attended Valley View Elementary, Sandridge Junior High, and Roy High
School. When he was younger he played soccer, loved playing video games and
drawing. In middle school he was in the band, playing the drums and guitar.
Recently, he enjoyed learning how to work with horses and desired to give
others riding lessons. Daniel was enthusiastic and energetic in all he did.

 

He is survived by his mother, Julie Allen and step-father Roger Allen, his
father, Jerry Nealey and step-mom Michelle Nealey, and seven step-brothers
and sisters.

 

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the
Roy 12th Ward Chapel, 4524 South 2525 West. The family will meet with
friends Monday for the viewing from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's Roy Mortuary,
3333 West 5600 South and Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church.
There will be a live broadcast for those wanting to social distance by
scrolling to the bottom of Daniel's obituary at www.lindquistmortuary.com.

 

Interment, Clinton City Cemetery.

 

Daniel would want other youth to benefit from the company Harness Your
Power. They made a significant impact on building his confidence and helping
him heal from trauma. To donate in lieu of flowers, here is a link, 

https://gofund.me/e2f079c6. 

Money that is raised will go to building an indoor arena named after Daniel,
for Harness Your Power, so they can offer more workshops indoors during cold
weather.