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Ray Hamilton Newby obituary, Augusta, GA

Ray Newby Obituary

AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, April 18, 2010, at the Medical College of Georgia, Ray Newby, 44. Ray Hamilton Newby was a lifelong member of the Augusta area. He graduated from Westside High School in 1984, was a member of the First Baptist Church and worked at the Augusta Training Shop. Ray was very thoughtful and sweet to other people. He enjoyed collecting picture postcards, and matchbooks. Family members include: parents: Clarence "Ray" and Barbara Newby of Augusta, sister: Holly N. Fox (Chris) of Augusta, one niece: Anna Grace Fox, two nephews: Christian and Austin Fox. Mr. Newby was preceded in death by his grandparents: Clyde and Carnie Newby, and Robert and Myra Smith. The family wishes to thank the many hands and hearts that cared for Ray. His caretakers will be his honorary pallbearers: Lori Johann, Freddy Bennett, Sandra Beacham, Eddie Jones, and Sara Moore. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Church of Augusta with Dr. Jacob O. Malone officiating. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Youth Ministry, 3500 Walton Way Ext. Augusta, GA 30909. The family will receive friends one hour before the service in the rotunda of First Baptist Church. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www.thomaspoteet.com .

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Apr. 19, 2010.

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Wendy Boone

April 21, 2010

I have many fond memories of Ray when we were both younger. I moved away from Augusta but recently heard of his passing. May God bless your entire family! You are in our family's prayers.

April 20, 2010

Dr. Newby and Ms Newby. Just wanted to let you know that my wife and I was thinking about you and your lose. May god grant you comfort.
Racy Bennett, Chesterfield Va

David & Diann Giles

April 20, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Stephanie Florida

April 20, 2010

To The Newby Famuly and The Fox Family,

My heart and Prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. We know is in a better place.

You can go on.


To Anna Grace,

I am truly sorry for the loss of your uncle.

Love with Hugs,

Andrew, Stephanie, Meghan, Gracie, and Abigail Florida

Mary Florida

April 20, 2010

To Barbara and Family

My thoughts are with you during this time of loss.

Love Mary

April 20, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss.

The Staff at ResCare HomeCare

Daphne Lighten

April 19, 2010

To Mr. & Mrs. Newby, you all have my deepest sympathy. It was a pleasure taking care of Ray. May the LORD continue to BLESS each and everyone of you.

April 19, 2010

Mr. and Mrs. Newby and Holly, Chris, Anna Grace and Christian, I was so caught off guard and saddened to read in the paper today of Ray's passing. I will always remember is smiling face and kind spirit. He is running like the wind and hanging with my brother now. They are free and happy. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Katherine Atkins McCully

Dee Dixon Holmes

April 19, 2010

Mr.and Mrs. Newby,
Im so sorry to hear about the passing of Ray. Your family is in my prayers. Dee Dixon Holmes

Hannah Jillella

April 19, 2010

Mr and Mrs. Newby,
I am truly sorry about your loss---Ray was a beautiful, gentle person.
You will all be in my thoughts,

Russ Rozelle

April 19, 2010

Mr. and Mrs. Newby and Holly,
I am so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Thankfully, I have volumes of memories of Ray and his smiling personality. He will be missed by all.
Your family is in our prayers.
Russ

Christy Gilmour

April 19, 2010

To the Newby Family,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christy

Denise Coleman (Griffin)

April 19, 2010

Mr. & Mrs. Newby, Holly and the entire Newby family,

I was saddened to hear of Ray's passing and pray that God will help you through this difficult time. May the memories you made together as a family remain close to your heart. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for the family.

Shawn Hackett

April 19, 2010

To the Newby and Fox family,
I am sorry to learn about Ray's passing and wish to express my condolences to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Shawn

April 19, 2010

With Deep Sympathy,thinking of you at this time of sorrow and hoping to ease some of your pain.May God Bless and keep you.Loretta Irby

dorothy dugan

April 19, 2010

BARBARA I am so sorry to heard of the loss of Ray I did'nt know Ray but heard Ann speak of him often. May GOD hold you in the palm of his hands at this trying time.[ I am a neighbor of Ann's]

April 19, 2010

Thinking of you during this time of sorrow.Words cannot truly express the deep sorrow that is felt by so many people,thoughts are with you today and always.With Sympathy, Mary Dawson

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