SHIRLEY J NEWSOME

A loyal business partner and loyal friend!

She was one of tbe nicest people may god give her a rich reward lobe vanessa

We have lost a giant of a woman. I worked with her when I was a law clerk to Judge Thomas Fairchild and did whatever she told! We remained friends and I am deeply saddened by her passing.

The world has truly lost a gem. Shirley Newsome was truly an advocate for the Woodlawn community. Rest well.

I am saddened by the loss of a true leader in our community. I loved Shirley, she believed in me and always pushed me to do more and be better. I'll always cherish the time we spent together with the SECC. Rest in Peace
David Nuckolls

I love you more than words can say! Love your Daughter. Illese Martin

I will always remember Shirley Newsome with the greatest affection and respect. We worked together to found the Donoghue and Woodlawn campuses of the University of Chicago Charter School to serve the children and families of the Oakland and Woodlawn communities. Her lasting legacy includes the students and graduates of these schools. Rest in power, Shirley, I am grateful for your advice, support, and friendship.

I met Shirley through our involvement with the Chicago Legal Secretaries Association and enjoyed many years of collaboration and, more importantly, friendship. She will be missed. Rest in heavenly peace.

Shirley was a true mentor and friend. May God rest her soul; she will be missed.

Being in this place at this time with you, is a true creator's gift for me from you. Only you saw me. Only you connected with me. You true love is just that. True. I know that I am truly blessed because I know you. I will continue to share the Shirley Newsome's touches that you have shared with me. I will always use the lessons you have taught and shown me. Be the person you feel comfortable being. So true so true. Miss you much. Betty & Robert Scott

I met Shirley Newsome when I served on the 002nd District DAC(District Advisory Council) for the Chicago Police. I immediately understood she was a woman of knowledge of the community she served. She carried herself with grace. I was glad to run into her when exiting a meeting at Monumental in August if 2021 and catch up for a bit. I never knew that would be the last time I would see her. She will be sorely missed. Condolences to her family.

I will miss your tactful and diplomacy and passion for residents of Oakwood Shore, as well as you input on various aspects on affordable housing. I am very glad that you and I sat together on the same table during Brittni’s Wedding and shared some good laughs. Rest in Peace, you have left a legacy.

Rest now Alderman.....may God bless your soul as your legacy here continues.

We will miss you Shirley. Thank you for your friendship, mentorship, and wonderful spirit of warmth, grace, and an unwavering commitment to community. May you rest in peace. With sympathy and prayer, Sonya Malunda and Dr. E. Charles Lampley

In loving memory of a wonderful person. U r loved and will be miss always. She was a outstanding woman in many ways that no words can describe. Thanks for being a second Mother to me and I enjoyed working with U and attending so many events together and U being or pro tem Alderman woman at one time.
God Bless and Rest in Peace.

You were loved by so many people. Ida Wash and Dea. Tate, Sr. were special friends. We were all blessed to have you in our precious circle of friends. Rest in peace my dear Shirley.

My condolences to the Newsome family. Shirley worked so hard to make the quality of life better for ALL on the south side. She was a well respected voice for making ALL of us better, and to make the community better. She will be greatly missed by ALL..........

I met Shirley when we both served on the SECC Board. She was one of the most powerful women I have ever met. Her tireless commitment to improving the neighborhoods around her was an example to us all. She will be greatly missed. May her memory be a blessing.

A shero. May she rest in eternal peace!

I’m lucky to have known Shirley, and am grateful for everything she taught me. Rest in peace.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. !

I met Shirley when she worked for Judge Fairchild in the Court of Appeals back in 1977. She always had a smile and a laugh for everyone. I eventually took a job with a judge who had previously worked as a clerk for Judge Fairchild, so my association with her continued even after I left the court. She was one classy lady.

I grew up on Blackstone next door to the Carey’s so I’ve known her my entire life. Glenn was my self proclaimed God brother whom I miss dearly. Ms. Shirley was a great friend of my mother Doris Calloway and a member of the beloved Keno Club. She was a woman to be admired!!
~ Kelli Calloway

Dearest Shirley,
You have been a rock in my life for more than 50 years. Our Keno Club was the anchor that kept our fabulous group of ladies together. The 5 Keno members who remain salute you. We will always love you.
Adele Meadows, The Keno Club