Allen Jackson Newberry II

Allen Jackson (Jay) Newberry II, 61, of Salem, Va., died unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at his home. He was born on March 15, 1949, in Waynesboro, Va., son of the late Allen J. and Sallie Snow Newberry. After graduating from Waynesboro High School in 1967, he went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech in 1971. A veteran, he served in the United States Air Force and Navy Reserves. Professionally, he was a state probation and parole officer for 27 years until his retirement. He loved music of all kinds from heavy metal to classical. Always a kid at heart, he loved going to concerts and was known for his sense of humor. Preceding him in death were his three precious triplets, Jennifer, John, and Jeffrey Newberry. His surviving family includes his loving wife of 40 years, Peggy Newberry, of Salem; son, David Allen Newberry and girlfriend, Sarah Rudolph, of Salem; daughter, Tracy Lea Reaser and husband, Sam, of Salem; sister-in-law, Linda Clapp and husband, Ron, of King, N.C.; nephew, Richard Clapp, of King, N.C.; niece, Laura Clapp, of Atlanta, Ga.; and close friends, John Breeding, Jason Willis, and many more. A period of visitation will be held on Sunday, June 27, 2010, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. A service celebrating his life will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, June 28, 2010, in the funeral home's chapel. Jay's special friend, Wesley Wilson, will officiate. Flowers will be accepted, but donations to a charity of choice will be fitting as well. Online condolences may be made to the family at johnmoakey.com. The Newberry family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral and Cremation Service in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.