Modean Willard Frach Stewart

Sunday, March 24, 2024

Like so many others Bob was mine and my brother David’s friend from childhood. As teenagers Bob was at our house all the time. So much so that I told everyone he was my other brother. We went to church together also. Unfortunately I did not hear about his passing until today and my heart is heavy. Sent his obit to my brother and he too is grieving. He is retired Navy but enlisted about the same time as Bob so they had that connection also. Tommie and Dorothy lived in
St Louis for a long time and were close friends of my parents. I can close my eyes and see Bob’s smile and will have to hang on to that image until we ALL are together in Glory. Am thinking about Barbara, Kenny, Robert, and Becky. Love you all. Modean

Joshua Fess

Sunday, January 28, 2024

Dear Mr.Newsome

May you find rest in the eternal peace in Heaven above. God bless you and your wonderful family. With heartfelt condolences from me and my parents and family.

Joshua T. Fess and The Fess Family

Ronnie Knight

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

My deepest sympathies to this whole family that I was lucky enough to live next door to most of my childhood. Bob was like a second dad early on as I spent so much time with them. Looking back on these childhood years, I did have a glimpse of what an involved dad looked like in his kids lives. He genuinely loved his family and it showed.

Phill & Judy Mariner

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

So very sorry for your loss Kenny. Judy and I extend our deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your beautiful family. Lifting you up in our prayers, and asking the good Lord to wrap loving arms around you. We are praying that God would be merciful, and extend peace and comfort as you navigate through your grief. Sending love and prayers your way.

Victor and Terri Holt

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Our condolences to the Newsom family at this time of loss. Our prayers are that the pleasant memories made during Bobby’s life will help to ease the pain created by his absence. We you all!

Marie

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

I am sorry for your lost .

Shelby Thornton

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

My sweet papaw. Forever your Squirt.

Melody Knight

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Mrs. Barbara, Kenny, Bobby and Becky, I am so very sorry for your loss of Mr. Bob! He was such a great husband, father, grandfather, a true witness to everyone he met. I am praying for peace, comfort and healing for you all! I love you all, Melody Knight.

Rebekah Bailey

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

I always looked forward to seeing the Newsom family when my family was State side. I’m sure he and Pop (Bob Thomas Sr), will be talking Razorbacks in heaven!!! Praying for Barbara and the rest of the family at this time.

Delanie Newsom

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

I’m at a loss for words.. The world lost one one of its very best today. I’ve been trying to find the right things to say all day long about my papaw. What a man he was y’all. To know him was to love him. A strong Christian man, who loved watching his sports (especially his Razorbacks) and westerns. He loved playing baseball and tending to his garden. He loved to sing and he was the biggest fan of Elvis you have ever seen. He is the whole reason I’m the Elvis fan I am today. He loved the Lord and loved his family deeply. He had nicknames for all of us grandkids, and we sure loved them. Mine was gal. I was a papaw’s gal through and through. He truly had a heart of gold, however he was one of the funniest and goofiest people I’ve ever known. This man also loved his card games and board games. The Newsom clan sure can get competitive! He and my mamaw loved to travel and take us grandkids all over. Some of my favorite memories and times was going around Arkansas and seeing historic places. But if we weren’t in AR you could find us in Branson or some other adventure. I adored the time spent, the sleep overs, the travels and the memories made. He served in the Navy, and got to travel to some incredible places. I’m certain his joy of traveling stemmed from that. He would describe the food he would eat in every place that they would dock in. My papaw was a foodie for sure, but man did he love his sweets! I know my sweet tooth comes from this man. I could tell you so many things, so many fond memories but it would fill an entire book. I will always cherish the time we had, and all the happiness and love and joy. But one thing that brings me comfort and peace is I know I’m going to see him again one day. I know he’s in heaven with his parents, my great aunt (his sister) and all the others who have gone before him. And if you don’t think that man is up in heaven hanging out and singing songs with Elvis Presley then you have another thing coming!

Hold on to those you love. Cherish every moment, and make memories. Life is too short and too precious to waste it. Tell folks you love them. Because it sure hurts when they are gone. Even though I have peace that he is no longer suffering, I will miss that man with everything in me. 85 years doesn’t seem like long enough. This papaw’s gal sure misses him something fierce. Love you papaw ??

Mike and Melody Shoptaw

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

So sorry you all you guys. Praying for you all.

Philip Pollard

Friday, January 12, 2024

Thank you Bobby, for giving Mom and Dad the info to be able for us to see your parents again. I've known y'all's family my entire life. My condolences to you Bobby, Kenny and Becky. Love y'all. GOD is great!

Stanley & Virginia Pollard

Friday, January 12, 2024

Barbara, Kenny, Robert & Becky and families:

So sorry to hear Bob passed, but as we all believe we will see him again when we get to heaven.

As you also know our families go back to the 1940s. Your grandparents, Claude and Sally were my mom and dad's best friends. As my sister wrote she and Bob grew up together and I remember him in the Navy. I remember your grandparents had a silk screen photo of the USS Wasp with a light bulb behind it and you could light up the aircraft carrier.
Many, many memories of Bob and y'all, from church to Boy Scouts to softball games.
As you'll recall I succeeded Bob as ScoutMaster of Troop 555 due to the change in his work schedule.
Again, many memories, glad Virginia and I got to go by the nursing home last summer and visited Bob and Barbara.

Our prayers are with you. I'll try to come in for the visitation and/or funeral, depending on the weather. We love y'all.
Stanley & Virginia Pollard

Tim & Gayle Brown

Friday, January 12, 2024

We may be sad, but I'm sure Bob is smiling his huge smile on the streets of gold! We've missed his body in church the last few years, but his presence will always be with us. He was a very honorable and God fearing man. His walk with the Lord will continue to be an inspiration to many for years to come.

Linda brown

Thursday, January 11, 2024

Bob was a very wonderful man
Now with jesus.

Patti James

Thursday, January 11, 2024

Our deepest sympathy to you all. Always loved Bob’s friendliness and welcoming smile at Central Baptist. May God’s spirit wrap his comforting arm around you.

Brenda Stuckey

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Becky to you and your precious family our condolences. May you find comfort that one day you will be together again. Love you all so much.
Brenda and Tim

Christy Crawford

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Bob will live forever in my fond childhood memories. No doubt we will be reunited with him in heaven and he is with the Lord rejoicing over us now. I am so thankful for my time with his daughter Becky growing up, and their family. Praying God will strengthen you all and draw you close together during this difficult time.

Calline Prince Ellis

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Bill told me about you dad's passing. My condolences to all of you. Hug your mother for me. Calline

Thomas L. DuPriest

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

To Bobby and the entire Newsom family,
I was saddened to hear that your father had passed away. I know that he will be missed dearly by all that knew him. The entire Newsom family will be in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult days ahead. May GOD bless you all.

William T Jacobsen

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

So sorry for your loss. He is with our Lord now.
We have peace in that.

Amber Ponder

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Newsome’s, my heart is so sad to hear of Bobs passing and condolences to you all. Your family has always been close to mine and I am so thankful for the wonderful memories I will always have to cherish. I am praying for you all during this time and for Barbara to find comfort and peace during her loss as well. We were not blood family but I consider you all to be my family and I am honored to know and love you.

Donald B. Szurgot

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

So sorry to hear of Bobby's passing, prayers for peace for the family. Bobby and I were good friends at West Side. One day while I was serving in the Navy, aboard the USS Wasp while at sea, I was moving down the chow line holding my tray up to be served some food. A guy behind the steam table hashing out mashed potatoes, I looked up to see none other than Bobby. We both laughed out loud and visited many times during our tour. Such a great guy, I am sure he is enjoying his place in heaven. God Bless to all.

June

Monday, January 8, 2024

Bobby and I grew up together. I often told people he was my big brother. He taught me to ride imaginary horses, play croquet, play ball, our families went to church together and so many other memories. We remained good friends for a lifetime. I know the family will miss him but, we are fortunate to be able to see him again in Heaven. Until then…. Basil and June

Pam Grumbine

Monday, January 8, 2024

Kenny and Beverly,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for you and your family to find peace and comfort in the Lord.
Love,
Pam Grumbine

Joseph Thomas

Monday, January 8, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Praise God we have hope. Prayers for the family as you all grieve your loss.
Joseph and Barbara Thomas

Nancy Moser

Monday, January 8, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.

Jerry Cooper

Monday, January 8, 2024

Sorry for your loss. We all know that he is in a better place.