Bradely J. Neal

Bradley Joe Neal, 71, of Sullivan passed into eternal rest on Monday, May 4, 2026 at his residence. He began his life journey on November 28, 1954 in Sullivan, the son of Harold and Madge Bedwell Neal.

Bradley was a 1973 graduate of Sullivan High School, where he was always the tallest kid in the class and star athlete. He excelled at basketball, baseball and all sports in school. Brad earned the nickname, “Neto” because of his extraordinary basketball skills and, after his all time favorite ABA All Star was Bob Netolicky. He was a devoted Pacers, Boston Red Sox and Kentucky Derby fan.

Bradley always kept up with current politics. His Dad was the former Mayor of Sullivan, and that sparked an interest in politics. As a young teen he was a page at the Indiana State House . He was a quiet person, who was very charismatic with his friends and family.

His parents precede him, along with a brother, John Neal.

Those here to cherish his memory are, his great-nieces, Alainna Neal and Alyssa Neal; close lifetime friends, Criss Carter and Jay James, along with several cousins, extended family and freinds.

Cremation was chosen, with private burial at a later date.

Holmes Memorial Chapel and staff were honored to assist the family with arrangements