Tom Yingling

Tom Yingling, 75, passed away on November 11, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. He was born on December 29, 1950, in New Albany, Indiana.

Tom was a graduate of New Albany High School and continued his education at Indiana University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in economics. He went on to build a long and faithful career, working as a Senior Program Analyst at the US Army Corps of Engineers for over 35 years.

He was a proud member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Tom enjoyed many interests throughout his life, including model cars, music, space and Star Trek, family history, woodbadge, camping, Superman, and working with numbers. Above all else, he most enjoyed spending time with his family.

Tom is survived by his wife, Patricia Yingling, with whom he shared 48 years of marriage. He also leaves behind his children, Jennifer Nicole (John) Taylor, Victoria JoNita (Kyle) Sward, and Thomas Enoch (Rachel) Yingling and his family. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Garrett (Sarah), Preston, Karley Howard, William, Ethan, Benjamin, Emma, and Michael Yingling, and by his great-grandchildren, Madison Howard and Grayson Howard. He is also survived by his sisters, Kay Isaacs and Sherry Yingling; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick Layman and Juanita Eleanor Yingling; his brother, Fred Yingling; his sister, Saundra Alldaffer; and his twin brother, Jerry Yingling.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, Southern Indiana, 3309 Ballard Ln, New Albany, Indiana 47150. Visitation will continue there on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with the funeral service beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Tom will be remembered for his steady devotion to his family, his faith, and the many interests that brought him joy throughout his life. His memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.