Joseph David Neidig of Wadesville, Indiana, has died at the age of 61, leaving his wife, children, relatives, friends, and members of his community grieving his loss. He passed away on November 11, 2026. His death has prompted heartfelt tributes from those who knew him, with his family remembering a man whose life was centered on faith, friendship, family, and helping others.
Born on April 4, 1965, to John and Dorcas (Bierbaum) Neidig, Joseph built a life around the people and causes that mattered most to him. He was known for his encouraging words, high expectations, and determination to bring out the best in those around him. His family said he took great pride in their accomplishments and was always ready to share good news about the things happening in their lives.
Joseph is survived by his wife, Jenifer (Morris) Neidig, their daughter, Samantha Neidig (Alex Smith), and their son, Nicholas Neidig (Jessica). His surviving family also includes his brother, Paul Neidig (Jean), his sister, Lynn Lingafelter (Mark), and his mother-in-law, Barbara Morris. He also leaves behind nieces, nephews, and several grand-nieces and grand-nephews whom he deeply loved.
His relationship with Jenifer began during their time at the University of Evansville, where Joseph served as football captain. He was remembered for the team spirit and determination he brought to the field. Those same qualities followed him into other parts of his life, where he continued to encourage people and push those around him toward success.
Joseph’s commitment to others extended well beyond his family. He gave his time to chaplaincy, North Posey Football, Heart of Poseyville, and the Hometown Ventures Group. Through these activities, he remained involved in the people and community around him. His faith also played an important role in his life, and his obituary described him as a faithful servant of Jesus.
He also built a career around finding ways to improve people’s lives. After finding success at Red Spot, Joseph went on to establish Tri-State Community Clinics. The service helped improve access to healthcare across the greater Evansville area, giving more people an opportunity to receive medical care. It was one of the projects that reflected his interest in finding practical ways to address community needs.
In his later years, Joseph took on another major project with his wife. Together, they worked on restoring buildings between Locust and Church streets in Poseyville. The project was among his most recent passions, and the obituary described the couple as a special team. He also enjoyed spending time with family, developing creative solutions to new opportunities, attending tailgates, flying, and traveling to new places with Jenifer.
The family is inviting relatives, friends, and community members to gather in his memory on Saturday, November 14, at The Shop, located at 41 S. Church Street in Poseyville. A memorial gathering is scheduled for 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., followed by a Masonic service and reflections on his life at 5 p.m. The family has also announced that the dress code will be casual and everyone is welcome.
Rather than sending flowers, those wishing to honor Joseph’s memory may make donations to the Deaconess Foundation Cinelli Cancer Center or the North Posey Viking Football Club. These organizations reflect two areas that were important to his life: community health and football.
For his wife and children, Joseph’s passing means losing someone whose love and support were part of their everyday lives. For the wider community, it means saying goodbye to a man who invested his time, ideas, and energy in making things better for others. His work, family connections, and commitment to the people around him will remain part of the story he leaves behind.