Fredrick R. Neff

Fredrick R. Neff obituary

Fredrick R. Neff

Fredrick Neff Obituary

Published by Legacy on Dec. 4, 2025.
Fredrick R Neff, 83, Passed from this life unexpectedly on Thursday November 20, 2025.

Fred carried profound grief after the loss of his beloved wife of 30 + years, Gayle Neff. Her passing left a deep hole in his heart that could never be filled. He missed her every day, and there is comfort knowing they are now reunited in peace.

In addition, Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Freda and Ray Neff; sister, Vickie Thatcher; and his daughter, Vicki Neff.

He leaves behind family that loved him dearly, his daughter, Teri (Tim) Hall of Tullahoma; stepsons, Jason (Angie) Ward of Smyrna, and Graham Ward of Unionville; along with his brother, Ron Neff of Honolulu.

In addition, their grandchildren Jodi Smith, Cory Smith, Tyler Albers, Tanner (Mary Beth) Hill, Lauren (Reece) McClanahan, Dayton Ward, Braden Ward, Riley Ward, and 7 great grandchildren.

Memorial service will be at a later date.

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