Sally Neel

Sally Nevarez Neel, age 89, beloved wife, mother grandmother and great-grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on July 7, 2026. She entered this world on September 27, 1936, in Hatch New Mexico, born to Jose and Leisa Nevarez. She graduated from Hatchh Valley High School after which she moved to Albuquerque to attend legal Secretarial school. Sally and her husband, Ralph were married for 68 years

Sally was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph and their two sons, Mark and Karl Neel. Sally is survived by two granddaughters, Alyssa Ibach and Kelsey Torres; great-grandchildren, Sawyer, Nora and Henry Ibach; two brothers, Danny and Cruz Nevarez and two sisters, Virginia Nevarez and Debbie Cordova. along with many nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law and brother in law.

A Memorial service will be held on Friday July 24, 2026 at 10:30 a.m., at St. Aquinas Parish, 1502 Sara Road Rio Rancho, NM 87124.