Gayla Elaine McNeely, 60, passed away October 3 2011 surrounded by her family. Priviate Services Scheduled. She is proceeded in death by her mother Essie Lee Williams Thornton McConnell and her Farther George Thornton. Survivors: Husband of 40 years John T. McNeely Of Venus, Her Son Chris McNeely of Alabama, Son Lindy McNeely of Burleson, Daughter Kim McNeely and Kenny Bruce of Venus, Son Jeremy McNeely of Iowa, Daughter Tish McNeely of Venus.