Rick Newton

1952 - 2023

Rick Newton, 71, of Bardstown, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023 at Norton Hospital. He was born on June 5, 1952, in Bardstown. Rick was a veteran and served with the Army National Guard, a member of the American Legion Post 121 where he was active and on the board, and member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He retired from Jim Beam Distillery after 38 years, he loved fishing, a little gambling and his great-grandson, Truett Denny.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bert Lee and Anna "Cecilia" Newton; and two brothers, James "Stephen" Newton and Alan Newton.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Newton of Bardstown; a daughter, Tina Vittitow (Wayne) of Boston; a son, Brad Hutchinson (Chris) of Hodgenville; four grandchildren, Kayla Williams (Dylan), Stoy Vittitow, Ethan Hutchinson (Alex) and Melynn Denny (Justin); a great-grandson, Trueet Denny; a sister, Julia Ann Mallon (Vincent); and several nephews.
His memorial graveside service will be noon Saturday, Sept. 30, at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Pavilion. Chaplain Terry Troutman will officiate. Marion County Veteran Honor Guard will provide military honors as well as American Legion Post 121.
Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.