In loving memory of Neil E. Singleton III

In support and loving memory of Neil E. Singleton III

The family will receive all donations to cover funeral expenses and lingering medical bills for Mr. Singleton. Let’s come together to honor Neil E. “Super” Singleton III by helping them. He was a man who gave everything to anyone in need.

Neil E. Singleton III was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, friend, and mentor to many. With 6 world kickboxing titles under his belt, he could have retired in glory but chose a different path. He devoted his life to sharing his martial arts skills and wisdom with anyone, even those who could not afford to pay. The love he gave to his family and students could be found in everything he did and given to everyone he encountered. As a 9th Degree black belt in Taekwondo, Mr. Singleton inspired his students to set high goals, face their fears, and achieve greatness. He was more than a mentor. He was a hero.

Living the martial arts principles of humility, indomitable spirit, perseverance, loyalty, respect, and honor, this legend founded Singleton’s Martial Arts Academy (A.T.F. Fitness Center) in 1979. For 30 years, Mr. Singleton gave everything he had back to his community until he suffered a massive stroke. Forced to retire in 2005, a new opponent entered his ring - a series of health battles.

He fought through the aftermath of a stroke and other medical issues for 19 years. While subjected to countless medical treatments, he endured unimaginable pain and suffering but battled for his life like the world-renowned contender he was. With unimaginable strength and hope, he fought until his last moment. On January 28, 2024, he was finally defeated leaving an overall record of 105 wins, 19 losses, and 1 draw with 53 wins coming by way of KO or TKO, along with an everlasting legacy.

1979: U.S. Silver Medal, World Games in West Germany

1981: Indiana State Kickboxing Champion

1982: Indiana State Kickboxing Champion

1983: PKA Midwest Light Heavyweight Kickboxing Champion

1987: PAKA World Light Heavyweight Kickboxing Champion

1988: PAKA World Cruiserweight Kickboxing Champion

1990: MAKA World Light Heavyweight Kickboxing Champion

1991: AKF World Heavyweight Kickboxing Champion

1991: Kick North American Kickboxing Champion

1993: Kick World Cruiserweight Kickboxing Champion

1994: PPKA World Cruiserweight Kickboxing Champion

Eternal Grand Master Neil E. Singleton III has left behind his beautiful, devoted, and loving wife of 48 years, Charlotte, his 5 children, many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Through his kindness and endless generosity, he positively changed the lives of countless students and families in the community.

We are raising funds to cover his funeral and healthcare costs and to support his family in their time of grief. Your donation will be greatly appreciated and will significantly impact the financial struggles of the family. Please share this fundraiser with your friends and family. Thank you for your kindness and a heart of gold just like Neil E. Singleton III, who is “God’s Champion Now.”

If you have pictures to share, please send them to Ken C. Young Sr. [email redacted]

There will be a Viewing at 10 am with a Celebration of Life following at 11 am on Friday, February 16, 2024, at Life Temple COGIC 3707 W US HWY 20, LaPorte, Indiana 46350 with Ronald Gaston to do the Eulogy. Burial will follow at Swan Lake Memorial Gardens.

Additionally, we have started a petition to have a street named in his honor. Please consider signing this: https://www.change.org/p/name-a-street-in-michigan-city-after-neil-e-singleton-iii-a-community-hero

If you want to learn more about this hero and his impact on the community you can read this article from the La Porte Herald-Dispatch. https://www.lpheralddispatch.com/news/local/martial-arts-academy-reopens-as-tribute-to-man-who-founded-it/article_9c2b5635-2dc8-58c1-97e9-544663583386.html

For more about his accomplishments click here https://www.ikfkickboxing.com/NeilSingleton.htm

Thank you for reading this and keeping all of the Singleton Family in your prayers.

Why did I create this page... because kindness is always the answer - one of Mr. Singleton's lessons. Full transparency through regular updates on this page will be provided. Thank you.