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John Newsom Obituary

John Derrell Newsom II was born November 2, 1949 and died December 29, 2022 doing what he loved, hunting in one of his favorite deer stands in St. Gabriel, LA. He is survived by wife, Susan Cary; children: Angela Newsom, Heather Newsom and Lindsey Nizzo (Ryan); grandchildren: John Christian Walker, John Bryce Newsom, Zoe Elizabeth Nizzo and Della Grace Nizzo; great grandchildren, John Grayson Walker and Richard Elijah Walker; brother, Michael Douglas Newsom (Amy) and countless family and friends who all hold his memory so dear, including his long-time hunting partners, Russell and John Ledoux. A visitation will be held January 6, 2023, from 9-11am with a memorial service at 11am at Resthaven Funeral Home. Memorial Donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For full obituary or to leave a message to the family, please visit www.resthavenbatonrouge.com

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Published by The Advocate on Jan. 4, 2023.

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Sara Moody

January 4, 2023

Angela, Lindsey, Heather and Newsome Family. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for the loss of your father.

Ellen Chauvin

January 4, 2023

Dear Heather and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. I hope the precious memories shared together will carry you through this time.
Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,

Farrah Lemoine

January 4, 2023

Praying for the Newsom family! Mr. John was such a sweet and kind man and was such a wonderful father and grandfather.

Mary J. Mason

January 4, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Bernie Calvaruso

January 4, 2023

Such a kind, gentle and good man. I heart breaks with his family. He will be missed. It was my privilege to know him.

Michelle Germany

January 2, 2023

I'm gonna miss you Unc! I know you are with Matthew. We will see you again one day. Rest In Peace!

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Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Resthaven Funeral Home

11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Resthaven Funeral Home

11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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