Thomas P. "Big Buddy" Neill, 59, of Bedford, passed away Sunday, Sept. 30, 2007 at Bloomington Hospital.

Born Nov. 3, 1947 in Greene County, he was the son of Marvin and Jacqueline (MacIntosh) Neill.

He was self-employed and a volunteer at Parkview Primary Preschool Class of Marsha Mathews in Bedford. He also volunteered for the Special Olympics.

Survivors include his wife, Sandi Neill; three brothers, Jim, Kenny and Joe Neill, all of Bloomington; and one sister, Edna Wildman of Indianapolis; six grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Mary Lou Brewer.

A celebration of life will be held 3 p.m. Sunday at Parkview Primary School in Bedford with Pastor Joe Nelson, Bro. Charles Deckard, Sari Wood and Larry Sumerton speaking.

Day & Carter Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Parkview Primary School playground fund, c/o Marsha Mathews, 1701 Brian Lane Way, Bedford, IN 47421.