of Harrison, AR

July 10, 1958 - May 10, 2024

Mark Dodson Newton, age 65, of Harrison, Arkansas went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, May 10, 2024. He was born July 10, 1958, in Harrison, Arkansas to Webster Owen Newton Jr. and Sue Carol (Dodson) Newton. He was preceded in death by his father.

Mark was known as the rock of his family. He enjoyed fishing, bird hunting with his bird dogs, Buck and River, traveling, camping, hiking, scuba diving, painting and drawing. He was a die-hard Razorbacks fan. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandbabies. They will always remember him as their "Papaw". His love for the Lord was shown to everyone he met. He was a one-of-a-kind who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Tina Newton of the home; one son, Steven Newton and his wife, Anna, of Fayetteville, Arkansas; one daughter, Faith Newton of Centerton, Arkansas; one brother, Webster "Bugs" Owen III and his wife Cathi of Harrison, Arkansas; three sisters, Karin Nabors and her husband Mike of Harrison, Arkansas; Cindy Newton and her friend, John Hangen of Harrison, Arkansas and Sarah Harris and her husband David of Bella Vista, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Charlotte Elouise Newton, Harper Sue Newton and Luke Franklin Newton; several nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.

An open visitation was held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.

Memorial service was on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at First Baptist Church, with Pastor Rob Davis officiating.

A visitation was held at the church after the service.


Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 1400 South Pine Street, Harrison, Arkansas 72601 and The Gideons, P.O. Box 97251, Washington, DC 20090.

The family would like to express their gratitude towards those who had helped them during this difficult time.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Christeson Funeral Home
519 North Spring Street
Harrison, AR  72601
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com