David William Newman

David William Newman obituary, Pocahontas, AR

David William Newman

David Newman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Faith Funeral Service, LLC on Jan. 22, 2026.
David William Newman, 64 of Pocahontas, Arkansas departed his earthly life on January 9, 2026 at Unity Medical in Searcy. He was born on July 3, 1961 in Memphis, Tennessee. He was the son of Walter Willie "Bud" Newman and Betty Newman.

David had many adventures during his life and was a fighter to the end. He smiled, laughed, and joked through the trials of his life. David delighted in reminiscing about riding horses, watching western shows, and chatting on the phone with his siblings.

During his life, he had many siblings he shared life with including three sisters; Delores Newman, Wonda Newman, Terry (Carlton) Westmoreland, and four brothers; Pat Newman, Timmy Newman, Jerry Newman, and "Buddy" Wayne Newman. David often reminisced of his childhood adventures.

David had an abundance of love for and a special connection to his longtime friend, Lillian Todd, her children: Brandy Harris and Cory Harris, and Brandy's two children; Layla and Patience, which he knew as his "grand" babies. He left behind many cousins, a son, nieces, nephews, and family/friend connections. He will be missed by all whom knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his sister Terry Newman Westmoreland and daddy Walter Willie "Bud" Newman. A celebration of life will be given for David at a later time.

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