Timothy Joe Neace, Sr., 47-year-old Vinita area resident, passed away on June 11, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 4, 1978, in Chicago, Illinois to Gary Gutknecht and Laura Johns. He worked as a Quality Control Inspector for Purina Foods in Miami, Oklahoma.

In his spare time, Tim enjoyed fishing, mowing the lawn, and spending time with his family. His children were his world. He was always caring for them and was always there as their rock. Tim was also always tinkering with something and could fix just about anything. He was also known for his profound sense of humor and could lighten any room he walked in.

Tim is survived by his children, Timothy Neace, Jr. (Kora Sullivan) of Middleton, Wisconsin, Alexandria Neace of Vinita, Oklahoma, and JD Neace of Vinita, Oklahoma; granddaughter, Haven Renee Joe Neace of Middleton, Wisconsin; and siblings, Eric Neace, Jennifer Pelfrey, and Gary Gutknecht, Jr. all of Tennessee.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.honoringmemoriesvinita.com or on the funeral home Facebook page. Arrangements are in the care of Luginbuel Funeral Home of Vinita. “Family owned. Locally operated.”