Thomas Neck

1939 - 2017

Thomas Neck obituary, 1939-2017, Monroe, LA

BORN

1939

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Kilpatrick Funeral Home - Monroe

1200 Lamy Lane

Monroe, Louisiana

Thomas Neck Obituary

Thomas Neck

Funeral services for Thomas "Tommy" Neck, Sr. 78, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, May 8, 2017 in the Worship Center of First West Baptist Church in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe. Dr. Mark Fenn will officiate. Tommy's wishes were to be buried at a later date in his hometown of Marksville, LA.

Tommy was born January 10, 1939 to Alma Lee and Malcolm "Mac" Neck in Marksville, La. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Susan Harrell Neck; children, Brent Neck of San Diego, CA, Dr. Chris Neck (Jennifer) of Phoeniz, AZ, Dr. Heidi Neck (Chris) of Boston, MA, Kim Verhagen (Marty) of Monroe, LA Tommy Neck, Jr. (Amanda) of West Monroe, LA and Kaki Neck Stoffer (Rodney) of Monroe, LA; grandchildren Ryan Neck, Bryton Neck, GeGe Neck, Camden Bradley, Jaden Neck, Grayson Stoffer, A. J. Verhagen, Gage Neck, Beckham Neck; brother-in-law, John Harrell, Sr. (Molly); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, and his only sibling, Brent Neck.

Honorary pallbearers will be John M. Harrell, Sr., Johnny Robinson, Billy Cannon, Moonie Winston, Tex R. Kilpatrick, Dr. White Graves and Sam Henry.

Tommy received a scholarship to LSU to play football for the Tigers under Coach Paul Dietzel. He became Captain of the famed Chinese Bandits who won LSU's 1st National Championship in 1958. He also played on the LSU Tennis team under Coach Robinson. After graduation, Tommy was drafted into the NFL by the Chicago Bears and was playing with the Bears when they won the World Championship against the New York Giants in 1963. One of Tommy's favorite stories was that one year prior to Super Bowl I, Coach Halas called Tommy to the sideline, placed his hand on Tommy's shoulder and said, "you remind me a lot of myself." Tommy asked Coach Halas, "How" and Coach responded, "very little talent but, a lot of heart".

After playing professional football, Tommy returned to Baton Rouge where he opened a very successful real estate business, Tommy Neck Real Estate, which included an office in Japan. He served on the East Baton Rouge City Parish Council for two terms and was appointed to the LSU Board of Supervisors by Governor Edwin Edwards and served on many city, state boards, and commissions in varying positions. Upon moving to Monroe in the early eighties, he became one of the owners of Harrell Neck Distributing. He loved the cookie and cake business and loved to say that before he became an owner "the Harrell family used to deliver cookies on bicycles."

Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M Sunday, May 7, 2017 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA.

The family request friends and family to make donations in Tommy's memory to St. Vincent de Paul or the Cancer Foundation League.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Published by The News Star on May 7, 2017.
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Dear Susie, I am so sorry to hear about Tommy passing away. I always liked Tommy. Both of you were good to me while working for you. Thank you so much. I celebrated my ninety second birthday in April. I am in good health. My daughter remarried, and we live in Boerne, Texas . I would love to hear from you. [email protected]

Mary Allen

May 10, 2017

Mr. Tommy helped me get my license to operate my Limousine service in Baton Rouge in 1977. He spoke for me in front of the council and made sure I got approved. He never asked for a thing but just wanted to help a young man get started in business. I am forever grateful for his help and friendship.

Wade Randolph

May 8, 2017

Susie, I'm so sorry. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know you guys while I was at the News-Star. Great times and great fun. He will be missed.

Chuck Cannon

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May 8, 2017

Dear Tommy and family, I did not know your dad, but I heard great stories about him. Sorry for your loss and you will be in our prayers

Sabrina Racer

May 8, 2017

I'm sorry. I worked my way through LSU in Brother Ike's Athletic Dorm where all the athletes stayed and helped cook and serve meals to the athletes on scholarship. I remember Tommy and all his honorary pallbearers, even with the passage of a multitude of years. Rest in Peace.

Henry Bernard

May 8, 2017

Joseph Cobb first cousin, Prairieville, La

May 8, 2017

A sports legend, especially in LSU football and in the Pros, a state and community leader always, Tommy Neck leaves a record of success in life. My sincere condolences to his family and many friends.

Bert Hatten

May 7, 2017

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