The Dover Tribune Dover, NH Death of Donald H. Nealley Donald H. Nealley, affectionately known to many in this city as "Twig," was beckoned away at the Deaconess Hospital late yesterday afternoon following a long and very painful illness, during which he underwent numerous operations, all of which apparently only afforded temporary relief from his illness. Mr. Nealley was stricken in the full flower of his usefulness in August and removed to the Boston hospital, where the untiring and diligent efforts of the best medical experts obtainable failed to effect any permanent improvement in his condition. When death enfolded him in its shadows, this popular young man found peace after on of the most stubborn battles against illness which physiciansat the hospital have ever observed. "Twig" refused to surrender and remained throughout undeterred by the stabbing of physical pain and failing strength, and those of his many friends who frequently motored to Boston in an effort to bring him cheer, found him at all times hopeful and determined to fight to the last, which he did. Mr. Nealley is being deeply and universally mourned today as hearts of his many, many friends go out with profound sympathy to the members of his bereaved family, and particularly to his beloved wife and infant daughter. "Twig" was conscientous, courteous, energetic, honest, honorable, true to every trust imposed upon him, and his place will be hard to fill in the hearts and affections of his many friends. Many are privileged to look back today on their associations with him, feeling that the happy recollections will make the journey along life's pathway much more pleasant. To those nearest and dearest to him, heartfelt sympathy is extended. "Twig" made many friends during his years of association with athletics here, from the time he participated in high school activities until his illness. Prominent in high school sports, he continued his active interest with the group known as the Dover Clerks in basketball and baseball. He served as an official in the local basketball and baseball leagues, as well as at Battery B tournaments. He was a memeber of the Major Waldron Sportsman's Association, the Dover Lodge of Elks and the St. Thomas Episcopal church. He was born in Sanbornville, the son of Henry L. and Elsie E. (Nichols) Nealley, and came here several years ago. He had reached the age of 31 years, one day. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dorothy B. Nealley, one daughter, Miss Janet M. Nealley, his parents, and one brother Laurence R. Nealley. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at two o'clock, with the place to be announced later. Friends are invited to call at the home of his parents at 16 East Concord Street this evening or at their convenience. Glidden and Wiggin are in charge of arrangements. Courtesy of: Jan Williamson mwllmson@flash.net Date: May 13, 1998 **************************************************************************** * * * * Notice: Printing the files within by non-commercial individuals and libraries is encouraged, as long as all notices and submitter information is included. Any other use, including copying files to other sites requires permission from submitters PRIOR to uploading to any other sites. We encourage links to the state and county table of contents. * * * * The USGenWeb Project makes no claims or estimates of the validity of the information submitted and reminds you that each new piece of information must be researched and proved or disproved by weight of evidence. It is always best to consult the original material for verification.