Photo courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana
Sarah Ann Newman, age 36, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 30, 2017 in Slidell, LA. Sarah was born on April 7, 1981 in Slidell to Edward L. Newman and Cathy Decker Newman. She attended Slidell High and graduated from Delgado Community College in 2005. She worked as a Quality Control Engineer at the Lockheed Martin Corporation contributing to the successful completion of the External Tank, Orion spacecraft and various satellites. Sarah loved Louisiana and especially her hometown of Slidell. She lived her life to the fullest through simple pleasures, chatting with her friends, crafting and spending time with her two cats. She enjoyed sailing with her Dad and her boyfriend Jacob on Lake Pontchartrain. She loved her family and friends but most important, she loved her Mother.
Sarah is loved and survived by her brother Seth Newman, her cousin Emily Decker, Haley Decker, and Serena Decker, her father Edward Newman, her mother Cathy Decker Newman Graybeal, her stepfather Rich Graybeal, her uncles Allan and Tommy Decker and Allen Newman, and her aunts Debbie Ramsten, Nelda Runyon, BeBe Wells, and Tammy Decker.
Family, friends and others whose lives Sarah touched are invited to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, May 6, 2017, at Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Blvd. West, Slidell, Louisiana 70460, at 11:00am.
Sarah its been almost 2 years now that you have gone and seems like yesterday. We think of you often and miss you so much. Miss your smile your laughter and your humor. Could always make me laugh. RIP baby girl ♡Love you, Aunt Nelda
Nelda Runyon
April 26, 2019 | Slidell, LA | Family
I met Sarah during high school while my family was stationed in New Orleans. We became friends and dated off and on. Our friendship was solid but being part of a military family eventually I had to move away. After high school she attempted to join the military where I corresponded with her while she was in basic training. All the running didn't agree with her because she got shin splints and received a medical discharge. By that time I was already in another state hoping she would pursue...
Devon Campbell
August 10, 2018 | Fort Pierce, FL | Friend
I knew her only for a short time. No holds barred. Take no prisoners. What a gal. Don't forget her. She'll be with us forever.
Pat Duncan
August 19, 2017 | Aptos, CA | Family
Sarah, you were a dear friend who showed me how to smile in difficult times. You taught me how to be grateful for what I receive and give generously when I can. They say when you spend time with someone and move on, you leave a little of yourself behind and take a little bit them with you. I'm certain everyone's lives you touched are changed because they will carry on that little bit of you, that wonderful smile and positive energy of yours with them. Your memory will live on forever through...
Vinay Bhumannavar
May 07, 2017 | Denver, CO
Cathy and family I am so sorry for your loss.
Mary Ellen Usner
May 06, 2017 | Slidell, LA
Sending our love and heartfelt sympathy during these very trying times.
Donna & Dick Karchner
May 06, 2017 | Pearl River, LA
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember all the good times we had growing up together in Pearl River. I will always remember Sarah and miss her. She was a great person.
Candy Bland
May 06, 2017 | Picayune, MS
Dear Cathy, Ed and Seth I am so sorry for the loss of your adorable Sarah, her sweet smile and countenance will always be remembered. Love and care to all of you. Joy
Joy McNamara
May 05, 2017 | Lake Jackson, TX
We are so sorry for the loss of Sarah. So early, so young, Love Bob and Pud.
May 05, 2017