Godfrey Louis McNeely

Godfrey Louis McNeely passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 49. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on November 24, 1976.

He is the brother of Stanton McNeely,III (Stephanie), Faith McNeely, John McNeely, and Hope Remondet (Louis). He was born to the late Gaynell and Stanton McNeely, Jr. He is also survived by his aunt Pam Hatton, nieces Kerianne McNeely (Walter), Karolyn McNeely, Katheryne McNeely, great niece Kariyah Anderson and Godson Robbey Skrokov.

Godfrey graduated from Jesuit High School, in 1995. After high school he attended Loyola University and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biology. He also received his Master’s of Science Degree in Biology from Southeastern Louisiana University.

Godfrey was loving, compassionate, and most of all a very caring person to all. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved poodles Mickey, Frankie, and Coco. Godfrey was unique and irreplaceable, well respected and liked, and will be deeply and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

His spirit and tender nature will remain in the many memories of his cherished friends and family until they meet him again.

The family expresses their deepest gratitude to the outstanding care provided by Dr. Andrew St Martin, Dr. Jennifer Malsbury and Compassus Hospice.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 610 6th Street, Gretna, Louisiana 70053 on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 10 am. Interment will follow in Hook and Ladder Cemetery, 1000 Lafayette, Gretna, Louisiana 70056.

MOTHE Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. The family kindly invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at www.MotheFunerals.com.