GREENSBORO — William "Rusty" Lee Neese, III, 51 years young, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, October 27, 2012.

Rusty was born in Greensboro on May 20, 1961 to the late Betsy P. Neese and William Lee Neese, Jr. He is preceded in death by his Mother. He is survived by his son William "Ivey" Lee Neese, IV, and his fiancée, Crystal Floyd and son, Xylon Otterburn. Also, father Bill Neese, brother Randy Neese (Kim), nieces, Allison & Taylor. And too many family members and friends to mention here and his beloved dogs, Annie and Raleigh.

Rusty lived life to the fullest and had a passion for many things including his son & family, UNC sports, Impala racing, and the Greensboro night life. He will be forever loved and missed.

There will be a Celebration of Life scheduled soon. His parting shot to us all would be to live life to the fullest and always leave with a kind word. Go Heels!!!

Memorials should be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund (JDRF) online or JDRF, 312 North Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC 27401.

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