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He was born August 26, 1954 in Rome, New York to J.R. Newton and Virginia Ramsey. Johnny was raised in Midland, Texas and graduated from Lee High School. He later attended Baylor University, graduating in 1977. On March 29, 1980, he married Judy Reese in Midland, Texas. Johnny was employed with FracTech Services as a West Texas Marketing and Sales Manager at the time of his death. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church and the Society of Petroleum Engineers.
Johnny is survived by his loving wife of twenty-eight years, Judy Newton of Midland, Texas; daughter, Allison Newton of Graham, Texas; son, Jeremy Newton of Midland, Texas; daughter, Lori Newton of Abilene, Texas; father, J.R. Newton of Lubbock, Texas; brothers, Wayne and Jay Ramsey; father and mother-in-law, Lee and Nita Reese of Comanche, Texas; and sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Weldon Swanger of Brownwood, Texas. Johnny was a very loving uncle to his nieces and nephews.
Memorial services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 10, 2008 at First Baptist Church Worship Center with Dr. Gary Dyer officiating.
For the love of his dogs, the family requests that memorials be directed to the SPCA, 15 Kerry Road, Midland, Texas 79706.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences please visit www.mem.com.
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Ernie Garcia
April 20, 2008
"Fig" Newton. You will be missed. My prayers are with each and every member of the Newton Family. May you rest in peace REBEL brother.
David Fuson
April 20, 2008
It was sad hear that John has passed away. I have fond memories of him and all times we played football.
Terry Hampton Chisholm
April 14, 2008
May God be with all of Johns family. I have not seen Johnny since the good ole High School days,spent alot of tome waiting for "FIG NEWTON" to get out of the locker room. He was always such a gentle giant back then , so kind ,thoughtful to his Mother and brothers. God needed you to soon. Payrers are with family.
Kevin Miller
April 13, 2008
John was very greatful to my wife and I when we worked together at Dowell. I will always remember the good people at the good old Dowell days, and he was one of those good people.
John White
April 11, 2008
It came as a shock to us all to hear the news about Johnny. Though it has been since the early seventies, when we were just a bunch of guys playing football for the Rebels, we all remember John with fondness.
Time can never diminish the friendships created and the great times that we all shared with a great Rebel Brother and a fantastic friend. He always gave 110 percent on the field as well as his life beyond the goal post.
Rest well ole #74. Save a spot on the field for the rest of us.
May God Bless the Newton family during their time of loss, and may His Goodness comfort you all. Amen.
Daniel Porras
April 11, 2008
John took a chance with me while others would not. I will miss his knowledge of the industry that I also grew up around. John's hard but caring disciplined opened my mind to everything around me. I will miss him as my older brother. John, I hope that you got those thick glasses like we talked about. Ha, Ha! We will miss you old coot.
Bill Hicks
April 11, 2008
John was a very special person whose smile and quick wit brighten all those around him. He was a great person to work with and will be missed.
Steve Smith
April 10, 2008
John was a great mentor and friend he never stopped teaching me about the business we both loved or how to be a better person. He changed the lives of all those he knew, and touched the hearts of all that knew him. His smiling presence will be greatly missed. I'm gonna miss ya ole man.
Pat Winchell
April 10, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
David Whitlock
April 10, 2008
I have known John a long time, I worked with him for years at Dowell and will miss him very much. You have my deapest condolances.
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