of England, AR

November 30, 1935 - January 22, 2024

Hershel Newton went to Heaven on January 22, 2024. He was born on November 30, 1935. He was a great Christian gentleman with a quiet demeanor. His words were few, but gentle and impactful. He was a lifelong member of Landmark Baptist Church where he served as Sunday School Superintendent, Sunday morning greeter and usher. He was the "Candy Man" for many years. His work ethic was unmatched, working at Federal Dryer his entire career. He retired at the young age of 85 to continue to spoil his grandchildren and watch Gunsmoke. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 30 years, Bonnie Shackelford Newton. He had two daughters, Tamme Kinney, Holly Thomas (Brock); son, Clint Tankersley (Lindsey); brother, Baisel and his two beloved grandchildren, Laikyn Tankersley and Beckett Thomas. He was their Pop and they thought he could do anything. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Flossie Baxley Newton; brother, Joe, Jr.; sister, Shirley Warner and mother-in-law, Louise Guest Shackelford. Special thanks to Dr. Brad Baltz and his entire staff for the love and care for Hershel and his family. Baptist Home Health has been amazing to help in every way. The funeral will be Friday, January 26th at Landmark Baptist Church, 501 Stuttgart Highway at 2:00 P. M. The visitation will be at 1:00 P. M. Burial is at Mulberry Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Landmark Church, P.O. Box 177, England, Arkansas, 72046.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-England Funeral Home
202 Stuttgart Highway
England, AR  72046
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com