Neil Gerard Kelly, beloved husband, brother and uncle, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2022, at the age of 64.  Neil was born at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas on December 31, 1957, to Dr. Thomas D. and Mrs. Mabel Marr Kelly.

As the eighth of eleven children, Neil led an active family life surrounded by laughter and love. As an Eagle Scout, Neil had a strong love of the outdoors and nature. He loved to grow his own garden and to fish rivers, lakes and coast across Texas.

Neil grew up primarily in San Antonio, Waxahachie and San Marcos Texas and graduated from San Marcos High School in 1976. He then relocated to College Station, Texas and earned a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Biology from Texas A & M University.  Always pursuing excellence, Neil earned his Ph.D. in Physiology from the University of San Antonio Health Science Center.  During his career, Neil was part of a team that conducted vision research at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego.

Neil married the love of his life, Anne, on December 30, 2000. Together they settled in San Antonio establishing their home where they pursued their love of gardening and agriculture.

Neil leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Anne, eight brothers and sisters, fifteen nieces and nephews, and 15 grand nieces and nephews.

A Rosary and Memorial Mass for Neil will be held at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in San Antonio, Texas on March 17, starting at 10 am.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Neil Gerard Kelly Memorial Fund at https://givesendgo.com/G2YEY

May he rest in peace.