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Donald Newberry

Bakersfield, California

1921 - 2010

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Donald Newberry December 15, 1921 - June 19, 2010 Don Newberry was born in Tacoma, WA, to E.C. and Helen Newberry. Soon after, the family moved to the oilfield town of Reward, CA, and later to the "big city" of Taft. Don spent most of his youth in Taft, and fondly remembered growing up at the...

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Dear Newberry family,

I was a newbie singer who was terrified to sing on the risers. I started in 1994. Don wasn't the director but he calmed my nerves and told me to hang in there and thus my love for chord-ringing took off. I just wanted you to know that he made an impact on me, especially when I thought it wasn't going to affect me cause I was a big bad football coach. He gave me hope. Also, I would like to thank you all for his service to this great republic. His selfless...

Dear Paul and Jan, My sincere condolances to you and all of your family. I'm sure you know what a dear friend Don was to Dan and me for many years. He will surely be missed by all who knew him. With my love and prayers. Betty Hall

Paul and family,
Sincere condolences regarding your father's passing.
Marty Catania Lakin