"I woke this am with another thought or memory that truly shows his presence from hie beginning was looked upon with light heart'd joy when Freddy Carlson, Cottage Inn would stop what he was doing and focused on Nicky with his calling "Freddy French Fries"!"
In loving memory of
Edward William Neeb Jr.
January 11, 1959 - April 6, 2017
Edward William Neeb, Jr., 58, of Wabasha and formerly of Austin, died Thursday, April 06, 2017 at his home. Edward was born January 11, 1959 in Winona County to Edward Neeb, Sr. and Genevieve (Burke Pritzl) Neeb. He attended Vasa Children's Home in Red Wing and learned life skills. He moved to Austin at age 20 where he lived and worked semi-independently. He was employed at Cedar Valley Services, a division of Hormel, for 35 years. He then moved to Great Rivers Home, in Wabasha, in 2012 to be closer to family. Edward took the bus to work in the morning, but would often walk the four miles home. He was a huge Minnesota Vikings fan, loved to eat - eating most anything, enjoyed owning his duplex for several years, bowling, dancing and the 4th of July parade, as well as trips to see his family. Survivors include, half-brothers; Bill Pritzl of San Diego, CA, Noel (Gisela) Pritzl of Clarksville, TN and Dan (Sandy) Pritzl, of Lake City, who served as his guardians for 28 years. He was preceded in death by his parents. Edward was blessed to have had many loving care givers in Austin as well as at the Great River Homes in Wabasha. Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m., Monday, April 10, 2017 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 35933 County Road 17, Lake City with the Pastor Dan Reich officiating. Burial will be in St. Rose of Lima Cemetery in Lewiston. Friends may call at the church from 4-7 p.m., Sunday, April 9, 2017 and one hour before services. Please share a memory of Edward and view his video tribute when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Funeral Service of St. Charles is assisting the family with arrangements.
Tributes
"Dan and family. Very very sorry that you lost you precious brother Edward "Nick" I spent a lot of time with Nick in grade school when Nick would come home on weeknds to stay with his Mom and Dad. Your Mom Jean would bring him over to our house. I had a blast playing with Nick as we were about the same age. Your mom and my mom worked together at the turkey plant in Altura. I would think about Nick from time to time because my wife have I a 20 year old son with down syndrome. Trent has been a blessing from God. I regret not keeping in touch with your brother all these years, but after looking at all the pictures it looks as though Nicky was loved very much and had a good life. Again my condolences. Phil and Peg Kalmes. Altura, MN."
"In his young years that belong to his dad and mom, I was always impressed with the love that followed him. How his dad Ed looked upon him with joy as a blessing to behold. His mom kissed each breath he took. A lasting memory that belongs to his special life. Cousin Mary C"