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.
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29 Condolence(s)
Rick Bishop
Sunday, May 19, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear this Tina. I'm praying for peace and comfort for you and the family. Mark was a great man. Always a pleasure to talk to him whenever I would see him.
The Bob Estes family
Thursday, May 16, 2024
To the Newton family,
Mark was a fine young man. We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort at this very difficult time. God bless you all.
Bob, Joann, and family
Nellie Mills
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Tina,
I am heartbroken for you. I’m so sorry for your loss and am praying you find peace in Jesus; who is the author and finisher of our faith. His ways are so much higher than ours and there is no way we can fathom His thoughts and plans; but I know He has good plans for you and am grateful for all the memories you made together with Mark. Praying for you. Much love
Nellie
Steve Quattlebaum
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
So sorry to hear of Marks passing
Mark was one of my favorite old Goblin connections we used to ride bikes and run all through Robinwood usually trying to get a football, basketball or baseball game together. Only got to visit a few times since I left Harrison, but it always made you feel good, still the same smile and kind words. Just a good man and solid friend.
Condolences to the family. My prayers are with you
Joanna Bailey
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Newton Family,
I am so so sorry for your loss. May your love and memories bring you comfort and peace during this time.
Renae Wilkerson
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
So sorry for your loss.
Rhonda Lynnette Eubanks
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Dear Newton Family,
I am so sorry to hear that Mark has passed away to his eternal home. Such great memories of all of you growing up. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I will be praying for the entire family. May our Heavenly Father comfort you and give you peace during this time.
Psalms 147:3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."
Love to you all, Rhonda Eubanks
Jan and Ron Revard
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Tina, Mark finished his race as a fine, honorable and loving follower of Christ. We think of your union with Mark as one for others to emulate. How encouraging to watch you look at each other while you made daily life an adventure to enjoy with contentment. Oh how you will miss him! We ask God to cover you with comfort and peace.
Kim Powers
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I’ve always admired the close-knit relationship of your family. I know the days ahead will be hard, but I also know that God will comfort you along the way. Hugging your family with prayer.
Darren McQuaid
Monday, May 13, 2024
Well, this caught me by surprise. Mark was a wonderful person who I am glad to have met. Always had a smile and a really laid back presence. When time allowed we chatted about hunting, his love of family and old cars and trucks. Sad to hear about his passing but rest assured he will be watching over all of us.
Wayne and Sarah Powell
Monday, May 13, 2024
Tina, Steven, Faith and family,
We're so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. He was a great guy. May you find strength in the love and memories you shared, and may God grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris and Kay Hinkle
Monday, May 13, 2024
Tina and Family,
We are so sorry about Mark. We are praying for you and your family. Remember that God is near the brokenhearted. Lean into Him
Larry Keener
Monday, May 13, 2024
The Newton family has been so important to our community over the years and Mark continued in that history. His service and frienship will endure and it was an honor to have known the family.
My prayer for the families is comfort at this time of mourning. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4.
Larry and Micki Keener
Sam & Mary Cecil
Monday, May 13, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Condolences to the family. Mark was a good man, who will be missed by many.
Tammye Stahler
Monday, May 13, 2024
Tina, Faith, Steven, & Family,
We are heart broken with you. Mark was such a great, caring, Godly man. Prayers that you may feel God's loving arms wrapping around you as you walk through the days ahead. Take comfort in knowing Heaven is celebrating in Mark's homecoming and we will get to experience one day in God's big family reunion. We love you.
David, Tammye, & Katie Stahler
Tamra Huber
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Tina and family, my prayers are with you. Praying God’s arms to hold you through these tough days ahead. My heart breaks for you. Hugs
Amy Carr Plaster
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Sending my Sincere condolences.
Stacey McMullen
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Tina, Steven & Faith & Family,
My oh my how God blessed you with such a wonderful Godly man.
Although it wasn't necessarily the scenario you might have thought would occur & the pain you are feeling is something that might not be describable, what glory there is in heaven now that Mark is there. He is no longer in the land of the dying but he's home with the living! I Look forward to seeing him there!
Much Love & Prayers,
Stacey
Tina Rogers Logsdon
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Tina and family, I’m at loss for words. I know God has you in his arms and knows your pain. My prayers are with you. I love you.
The only Greg and Penny Harding
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Our sincere condolences in your temporary loss. We will see and enjoy being with him again. God bless.
Jo Anne (watts) bowling
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Many years ago my parents and the newton's would play cards out here. Mark and all the siblings would play outside way past mid night. That's how I first met Mark.he was always kind to me. My love grace and sympathy to Tina and Sue and all the family. Mark was a great guy .
Kelly and Marsha Hodge
Saturday, May 11, 2024
We are so sorry and saddened to hear of Mark's passing. He has become like family and we have so enjoyed his visits every fall and will truly miss him this fall when he would surely be coming to hunt with us.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Vanessa and Wayne Kelly
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Tina, we are so sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gary and Shannon Still
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Helen Trotter
Saturday, May 11, 2024
I am so, so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Prayers to all.
Bradley and Teresa Choate
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Bryan and Eileen Pruitt
Saturday, May 11, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss.
Caleb curtis
Saturday, May 11, 2024
My heart hurts for you folks! He was a great man. I’m praying for each of you as you navigate this time
Bob and Lisa Massengale
Saturday, May 11, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.