Thomas Alan Neidig, 75, of Fort Branch, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 21, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1949, the fifth of ten children to the late Jack and Viola (Greubel) Neidig. Tom was a proud graduate of Fort Branch High School and went on to attend St. Benedict College, where he played basketball before answering the call to serve his country in the United States Navy.

After his service, Tom became a U.S. Certified Meat Inspector for Emge Meats before beginning his long and dedicated career with the railroad, where he retired after 30 years of service with CSX.

A gentle giant with a heart as big as his presence, Tom never knew a stranger and welcomed everyone with open arms. His kind spirit, quick wit, and deep love for family and his community made a lasting impact on all who knew him.

Tom is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Catherine (Eschenfelder) Neidig; his children, Matt Neidig, Kent (Jean) Neidig, and Amy (Aaron) English; and his beloved grandchildren, Andrew Neidig, McKenna English, Madison Neidig, and Kellen English. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Jim (Cindy) Neidig, Barbara (Randy) Dike, Larry (Cindy) Neidig, Jackie (Jeff) Steckler, and Rita (Greg) Wilzbacher; along with many other dearly loved family members and friends.

Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, John Neidig, Sara Drake, Janet Weiss, and Mike Neidig.

A true outdoorsman, Tom found great joy in fishing and hunting, especially his treasured trout fishing trips to Montauk with family. His love for sports ran deep, and he rarely missed an opportunity to cheer on his grandchildren from the sidelines.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Father Bernie Etienne as celebrant. Visitation will be on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Stodghill Funeral Home and again on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Holy Cross Catholic Church prior to mass. A recitation of the rosary will be held at 3:30 p.m. prior to public visitation at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom's memory to Holy Cross Catholic Church. Expressions of sympathy may be made at stodghillfuneralhome.com.

Holy Cross Catholic Church
305 E. Walnut St., Fort Branch IN 47648
Tel: 1-812-753-3548
Web: http://www.holycrossparish.info