Our beloved brother, uncle, teacher of all things fishing, camping and life, Neil passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026 in Gregory, South Dakota.

Neil Thomas Soper was born December 13, 1951in Burke, South Dakota to Howard and Darlene (Kortmeyer) Soper. He attended school in Burke and graduated with the class of 1970. After high school, Neil went to work for the South Dakota Department Highways, working at the State Shop in Burke until he retired at the age of 55.

In the winter you could usually find him in Arizona soaking up the sunshine. He would then return to Gregory where you would often find him at the Gregory Bowling Alley.

Neil was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Darlene; his sisters Mariann and Diane and his nephew, Sam.

In life he leaves behind his brother, Bruce; his sister, Lori; his niece, Sara and nephews Daniel and Andy.

Neil was compassionate and caring and loved to spend time with friends at the local bowling alley.

Neil will be sorely missed … God bless you all until we meet again.

No services are planned at this time.