Neil Bruce Ealy, 85, of Belle Plaine, Iowa passed away Monday, November 12, 2018 at his home, surrounded by family.

Neil was born November 15, 1932 to Ralph M. and Mable (Gouldy) Ealy in Belle Plaine, IA. He graduated from Belle Plaine High School in 1950. Following high school Neil served in the United States Army during the Korean War which he was stationed in Germany. In 1958 he married Patricia Nace to this union five children were born. Following their separation Neil married Melva Klabzuba Warner. He worked at Funk's G Hybrid for 44 years retiring in 1994.

Neil enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, hunting, fishing, gardening. In his younger days he would often be found spending time at Bus's Cabin along the Iowa River frying up catfish, spending time with family and friends, enjoying life. He was a member of Belle Plaine American Legion Post #39 for 64 years

He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Melva; daughters, Denise Balvin, Lea (Gene) Vileta, both of Belle Plaine, Becky (Jeff) Rieck of Blairstown, Lori (Dave) Stull of Belle Plaine; sons, Kenny (Corena) Ealy of Belle Plaine, Garlan (Chris Nippe) Ealy of Searsboro; grandchildren, Jesse, Terri, Alicia, Bryce Rieck, Ryan, Cody Ealy, Josh, Dillon McGrane, Saige Vileta, Keegan Ealy, Damian Mumby, Keahna, Kelly Dean, Tanner Elliot, Samantha Bazyn, Desiree Stull; great-grandchildren, Jaxton, Allie, Raydon, Hayden, Payton; and many more nieces and nephews.

Neil was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Merlin, George, Ronald "Spiv" Ealy; and sister, Wilma Rupp.