David “Mark” Newman
Graveside services for David “Mark” Newman, 58, Myrtle, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, August 25, 2013, at Oak Lawn Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Newman died at 2:40 a.m., Wednesday, August 21, 2013, at his home.
He was born September 1, 1954 in Springfield, Missouri, to Melvin and Jacquie Newman.
He was preceded in death by his mother, maternal grandparents June and Ruth Hart, paternal grandparents Carroll and Doris Newman and many friends and family.
He is survived by his wife Rita, children Chris Newman and wife Tara, Susan and husband Brett Foster, Courtney and husband David Gunter and David Newman and wife Kristin, grandchildren Sydney, Jackson, Lily, Noah, Hannah, Blake, Cody and one on the way as well as his father Melvin, sister Vicki, father and mother in-law John and June Roberts as well as many other family.
Mark had a lifelong passion for his family and agriculture. Those who knew him best know that his love for the pork industry developed with “a faith born not of words, but of deeds”.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 until 2:30 p.m., Sunday at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, and may be left at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Cathy Smith
August 22, 2013 @ 4:40 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine.
I know family and friends will surround you with blessings.
James & Linda Eades
August 22, 2013 @ 8:50 pm
Rita, and all our nieces & nephews –
Your family and ours have been connected for so many years, its impossible to remember when we weren’t. Even though we don’t get together like we used to, you’re always in our hearts and minds. This loss of Mark came way too soon and is a loss for all of us. Let us strive, though, to always stay connected, in person, by phone, email, however we can. Friendships like ours don’t come around everyday and they should be treasured. Always know you are loved.
James & Linda
Larry & Katie
August 23, 2013 @ 7:45 am
Rita, we were saddened to hear the news. Mark was like a son during his high school vo-ag days. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen Craggs
August 23, 2013 @ 10:54 am
Rita, I was so sorry to hear about Mark. I truly enjoyed working with you for the time we did. My prayers to you and your family.
Deb & Bill Aronson
August 23, 2013 @ 11:10 am
Dear Rita, There are no words to say how sorry we are to hear about Mark passing. He was a wonderful and fun guy. He was also a dedicated farmer and family man. He made a difference! I am sure he has left a huge hole in your lives. I pray you will find peace. RIP Mark.
Pam, Doug, Hanna & Logan Wiltfong
August 23, 2013 @ 11:56 am
Rita and family, our hearts are very heavy in your loss. Way to early for Mark to be called to Heaven. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vicki Cooper
August 23, 2013 @ 4:49 pm
Rita, So sorry to hear of your great loss. I know you and your family are feeling unbearable pain right now. I do know that Gods unfailing grace will see you through. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Vicki
Merry & Fred Sorrell
August 23, 2013 @ 8:10 pm
So sorry for your loss Rita. May God bless you especially during this trying time. Our love and prayers go out to you and your family.
Roy & Joanna Dowty
August 24, 2013 @ 9:24 am
We were shocked to hear the tragic news of Mark’s passing, in the short time we have known you both we realized what a dedicated couple you where to the future of farming.
We enjoyed the short time in your company.
Our condolences and best wishes for the future and the memory of a proud man Mark
Ellen Powell Rodriguez
August 24, 2013 @ 3:06 pm
Rita: Your and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, I will continue to lift you up.
Hope to see you during our Class of ’73 Reunion in October. Love and Prayers Ellen P.
carolyn moss deshazo
August 24, 2013 @ 8:47 pm
I’m sorry for your loss .My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
John Negri
August 25, 2013 @ 2:12 pm
I just heard today. I am so very sorry and my prayers go out to the family. Mark was a great guy and will be missed.
Tom Ries
August 26, 2013 @ 6:59 am
Rita,
So sorry to hear about the loss of Mark. He was a great guy & we had many great time’s at the poky feeder pig. My thoughts and prayers to you & your family. Mark will be missed!
Tom
Barbara (King) Williams
August 26, 2013 @ 4:15 pm
What a shock! My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. I know he will missed by many. Barbara