Thomas Neff Obituary

Dear Tim and Cindy,

Although we never knew your father, it seems that we did through getting to know you. You may not even remember us, but we lived on Jubilee Ranch in 1992-1993 in Colorado and were blessed to meet someone else from Ohio. You made us feel so much at home in your presence and we can through these memories only imagine what a great man your father was on this planet. We think of you and are praying that your grief will soon subside and give way to the joy of the truth that you WILL be with him again at the end of this short journey. So many wonderful things were written in memory of him, what an honor to his life! God bless you all in your loss. Love Dan and Martha Henry and family.

Dear Jean, Tim and Jodi. Mom and I are thinking of you. Mom will be 93 Flag Day and talks of how Tom always kidded about WVaians. Tom made such a great impression on us all at Manchester. God's Spirit comfort you. Lind and Vicki McClain

Dear Mrs. Neff and family, even though I was just a young man, you meant so much to me. Mr. Neff helped me so much while I attended the Bible study with my Grandmother Shirley (Weddle). He always had room for just one more person in his heart.

Jean and Family, I was a part of Tom's Thursday Bible Study. I just want to tell you that Tom meant a lot to me. I am Thankful he is with the Lord!! Shirly Weddle

Dear Mrs. Neff and Family,



I just heard of Reverand Neff's passing. Like the many other people who have sent messages, mine also relates what an immense impact Rev. Neff had on my early spiritual growth as a teenager! Rev. Neff baptized me, and I can still feel his strong arms supporting me plus see the smile on his face as I came up from the water. Amen! Besides that, Rev. Neff conducted my marriage ceremony to Jim, my husband of 34 years. Ours has been a marriage blessed with much happiness. I still think about that youth group trip to Florida for the Bible Bowl. Rev. Neff was so giving of his time to the youth and it was evident that he loved us. Because of his love and guidance I have a strong faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. His death is not an end but the beginning of his life eternal. May the Lord keep you in His care as you face the days ahead and may you find comfort in your memories.



Love,

Janelle (Turner) Clinkenbeard

Jean & family,



It has been years since my days at Manchester Church of Christ. I cherish those memories but most of all I am grateful that Tom and the church brought me to my salvation. I was baptized in that church by Tom. What a wonderful time we all had going on mission trips and singing with the choir and of course, the band. Tom's sense of humor and kind ways will be missed by many who love him. I pray for your peace and guidance from our Lord during this time of grief.

Dear Jean & Family,



So sorry to hear of Tom's passing, but know he is in a much better place now and we will see him again! I'll always remember his humor and zest for life - the "Ice Commodes! May you find peace and comfort at this time and always.



Thinking of you...

Jean & Family,

We can't tell you how sorry we were to hear about Tom. We all loved Tom so much.I have had a knot in my stomach & a hurting in my heart ever since we heard of Toms passing. He was our Pastor at Quartz Hill Christian Church in Calif. I told him after he & Jean moved no matter what other Church I may go to, that Tom would always be my one & only Pastor. Tom & Jean, you had a very close relationship with our family. They were with us & performed marriages, Baptisums, sat at hospitals, & also had to many good times to mention. They were family to us. We can't believe Tom is gone, but we all know when the Lord calls us home we have to go. Its our wishes for you Jean & your family that all those lives you & Tom touched through the years & were always there for everyone, that you can now have comfort in knowing that you can lean on all of us now & of coarse know that Tom is in a better place. I can just see him in heaven with that big smile on his face & his Bible in his hand ready to preach. Our daughter Brenda said to me after telling her about Tom, that we know where he is & if anyone ever deserved to see the face of God it was Tom. Its so hard for those that are left behind for now till God calls us home. Jean just know "Our Forever Lasting Love & Prayers" are & will be with you & your family.



In Christian Faith & Love,

Bill & Shirley Dudley,Our Daughters Brenda, Rhonda, Christy, Cindy, My Mom, Kathryn DiMatteo, & My Brother Johnny DiMatteo & his Family

Tim & family,



It takes strength to make your way through grief, to grab hold of life and let it pull you forward. Memories wait around each corner. You can run away from them or walk toward them. Embrace them all.



Your dad touched so many lives, as you can see thru all those that wrote on these pages. I remember all the prayers he put up through our years in high school and how proud he was of the Panther Basketball Team. You, Tim, made him so proud by your actions and who you were then and are now.



I'm so glad you were able to spend time with him and that his grandchildren were well aware of how proud he was of them.



Tomorrow will be a new "normal". Embrace life as dad has gone to prepare a place like nonother.



All our Love,

Dear Jean, Tim and Jodi,

I was sad to read of Tom's death. So many memories come to my mind but the most precious are the ones when he baptized one of our children, and not only ours, but many others. Tom will never be forgotten.



Alice Richey Kauslick

My deepest sympathy goes out to Rev. Neff. I grew up with him as my minister at Manchester Church of Christ and always enjoyed his sermons, kind of strange coming from a kid in the 60's & 70's. May you have eternal rest with the Lord.

Dear Jean,

My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Tom touched so many lives with his ministry. His death will be a loss to all who knew him. May God bless & comfort you.

Sincerely, Grace Spears

Dear Jean and family,

I was so sad to hear of Tom's passing. He was a huge part in my spirital walk as a teenager. Without his wonderful way of making being a Christian a fun way of life, i have kept the faith and owe my well being to him. I know I will see him again one day, and am a better person for having known him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. When someone we love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure!

Dear Jean Neff & famly

It was real blessing knowing Tom.He was our minister at the Manchester Church of Christ.We so enjoyed the visits he and Jean spent witn us in Berea Ky.We will truly miss his big smile & hugs.He was true friend to us and all of our family."Love never ends".

1 Corinthians 13:8

Lee & Felica Turner

and Family

I donot usually read the Obituaries. I happened to open this one and saw Tom's picture. I apologize that this is after he is gone. I have very fond memories both of my own and from my Grandparents at Acadeamy Christian Church. Jean, the song 'Thank you for giving to the Lord.....' reminds me of both of you. I am grateful for the impact he had on my life at that time.

Jean, I pray that the Lord continues to comfort and Bless you and your extended family. Mark and I have 3 children and I often talk about those days at Academy Christian.

It's a been a pleasure having Tom and Jean as our next door neighbors. Chris and I have always enjoyed chatting and spending time together with them. Tom had such a terrific sense of humor and brought many a smile to our faces. I hope there are lots of chocolate chip cookies in heaven for you Tom! : )



The Cookie Lady

Our senior community has lost a guiding light and a good friend.

May God grant you comfort in your time of sorrow.

Eula Ashton

Judy & Larry Clear & Family

Bob & Martha Ashton & Family

So many thanks to Tom and Jean, who not only served as spiritual inspiration, but were the family strength I needed when I moved to California to go to school. We enjoyed many wonderful Sundays together. We will all miss you, Tom.

Tom I will miss your teasing and your laughter. What a wonderful thoughtful neighbor. It's just so hard to believe you are gone. But we are better people for having known you. Thanks for always being so good to me and my mom. You are truly a special man and will be fondly remembered with loving memories.



Much love,

Christel

I will miss Uncle Tom dearly. I have always looked forward to visits from Jean and Tom. We've always had such a blast when they were in. May he rest in peace and walk in the garden with Grandpa, Melanie, Josh and the rest of our family forevermore.

May your light continue to shine that others may see your good works.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.