of Clinton, AR
July 3, 1937 - January 28, 2025
Raymond O. Newman of Clinton, Arkansas passed from this life on January 28, 2025 at the age of 87 at Ozark Health Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born July 3, 1937 in Clinton, Arkansas to the late Frank and Ina (Kirkendoll) Newman. He was a veteran, a hard worker and he lived life passionately and unapologetically. He retired from employment in the construction industry in the mid-80s to his small farm in Clinton where he raised a garden, goats and chickens and traveled extensively until just a couple of years before his death.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Michell Lea Newman; siblings, Maggie Emerson, Grady ''Red'' Newman, Carl Newman, Ilene Isom and Leona ''Dee'' Teague; beloved wife of 14 years, Yvonne (Delk) Newman and treasured companion, Veda Keeling.
Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Gail Knight of Clinton, Arkansas and Janice Lumpkins of Texarkana, Texas; grandchildren, Crystal (Trapper) Moore, Misty (Greg) Corbit, Courtney (Art) Lamb and Dion ( LaShaunda) Knight all of Clinton, Arkansas, Travis L (Kalyn) Lumpkins and Cody (fiancée, Amber) Lumpkins both of Texarkana, Texas; siblings, Danise Harper of Clinton and Joe (Pat) Newman of Shirley, Arkansas; a multitude of great-grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren; a host of extended family, friends, neighbors and of course his faithful canine sidekick, Charley. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him,
We would like to thank Ozark Health Rehab and Hospice Homecare for the care of our loved one.
Raymond wished to hold his funeral within 24 hours of his passing. There will be a graveside service and interment at 3:00 p.m. January 29, 2025 at Pee Dee Cemetery.
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9 Condolence(s)
Pat Holley Halsted
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Prayers of peace and comfort for your entire family
I always enjoyed visiting with Raymond at the Pee Dee decoration.
Paula's nixon
Monday, February 3, 2025
I am so sorry love paula hope yall are ok praying for you
Linda Isom Cartwright
Friday, January 31, 2025
To Raymond's Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. I know you all will miss him very much, but I'm sure you will have some great memories to look back on.
Mary Bonds McNeese
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Sorry to hear about Your Dad passing Gail family my prayers are with all
Michelle Bordier RN
Thursday, January 30, 2025
So sorry to hear of the passing of your daddy. He will be missed dearly. Did you find a home for "Charlie"
Karla smith Elliott
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
My deepest condolences and Prayers for the family.
Shirley Johnson
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Sorry to hear of Raymond’s passing.
Lynnette Jones
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
I'm so sorry for your family's loss.
Brandi- CNA
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Raymond will be missed by many. He was a great man, and it was such a pleasure to meet him. He told me many stories and we shared many laughs together. He will be missed dearly, My heartfelt condolences to the family during this tough time. -CNA, Brandi.