Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home - Brookston


Patrick Brady Neary

( August 1, 1990 - December 19, 2023 )

Patrick Brady Neary, 33, of West Lafayette, formerly of Brookston, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at his home. He was born August 1, 1990 in Lafayette to Mike and Dana (Smith) Neary. Patrick was a 2009 graduate of Frontier High School where he excelled in track, football, and basketball.

Patrick began his college career at Wabash College running track. Following three years at Wabash, he enrolled at Purdue University graduating in Agriculture Economics in 2014. Patrick was a 10 year 4-H member showing sheep and swine.

He was heavily involved and a past board member of Community Cancer Network. Patrick was a season ticket holder for Purdue Football and Purdue Women’s Basketball.

Patrick was a highly successful relator with Neary Eros Team, Coldwell Banker Shook of Lafayette for several years. He had obtained numerous honors and awards throughout his time in real estate. He was a member of the Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors, the Indiana Association of Realtors, and the National Association of Realtors. He was the 2016 Rookie of the Year Award for the Shook Agency, and he received the Robert Shook Award for his community service.

In his spare time, Patrick loved taking numerous fly-fishing trips out west, hunting, golfing, and enjoyed golfing at Brick Boilermaker Golf Complex where he was a member. Patrick was an excellent cook, and his specialty was preparing meats on his smoker for family and friends.

Patrick had a vivacious personality, was bright, and naturally gifted at athletics. He had a quick laugh and smile, was generous, kind, and a loyal friend. His family and friends loved him so much. He loved as he was loved. His passing leaves a big hole in many people’s hearts.

Surviving along with his parents, Mike and Dana Neary of Brookston, are sisters, Catie Neary of West Lafayette, and Stephanie (Brandon) Gorin of Fishers. Paternal Grandparents, Merrill (Carole) Neary of Omaha, NE. Patrick is also survived by several aunts and uncles, cousins, and many lifelong friends.

Preceding him in death are maternal grandparents, Burley and (Joy) Smith; paternal grandmother, Frances Neary.

Friends may call from 2-7 PM (EST) Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston. Funeral Service 11:00 AM (EST) with 1 hour visitation prior Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Calvary Baptist Church (310 Kalberer Rd. West Lafayette, IN 47906). Pastor Daniel Berry to officiate. Interment to follow in Brookston Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Patrick’s name to the Community Cancer Network or Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.

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