Betty Brothers Newman

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R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown Suffolk

509 W. Washington St.

Suffolk, Virginia

Betty Newman Obituary

Betty Brothers Newman
Suffolk - Betty Brothers Newman, 88, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, surrounded by her children. Born in Suffolk, she was the daughter of the late Ruth W. and Lyman Riddick Brothers, Sr. She was predeceased by her husband of 40 years, John Staley Newman, Sr.
Betty was a graduate of Suffolk High School and Longwood College. Betty retired after 24 years as an elementary school teacher with Suffolk Public Schools. For many years, she was an active member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Left to cherish her memory are her four devoted children, Anne Moody and her husband Chuck of New Bern, NC, Leigh Bennett and her husband John of Chesapeake, VA, Margaret Balfe and her husband Kevin of Silver Spring MD, and her son, John S. Newman Jr. of Suffolk, VA plus five grandchildren Jeff and Michael Moody, Jim Bailey, Anna Bailey Shelton and Matt Balfe and four great-grandchildren, and 10 nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate the life of Betty will be held Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 11 AM in Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 1589 Steeple Drive, Suffolk, VA 23433 by Rev. Carl J. LeMon, with burial following the service in Mt. Zion Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home and Crematory, 509 W. Washington Street, in Suffolk, VA on Friday March 8, 2013 from 6 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 7, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Betty Newman

7 Entries

Bill & Daisy Dunning

April 3, 2013

We did not hear of Betty's passing until several weeks later. We sympathize with you all as we know you will miss her so much!!! She was a long time friend & client of mine for many years & we loved her.

March 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Monica Brickett & Family

RHONDA JACOBS & FAMILY

March 8, 2013

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Melody

March 8, 2013

Leigh, you and your family are in my prayers.

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Jan Creekmore

March 7, 2013

Leigh and Family...
May you know that my thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. It was both my privilege and honor in having known your mother. Not only was she a lovely LADY, but one of the most hospitable and gracious people I've had the honor of knowing. I remember the many tmes I graced her dinner table and smile as I can't help but think that her love of family and friends nourished by soul as well as my body. I too remember the many kindnesses she showed to her students and remember her buying shoes for a needy student. Hers is a wonderful testimony to life.

March 7, 2013

Newman family, we are all so very sorry for the loss of Mrs. Newman. She was always so very kind, gentle, and considerate of those around her.

Staff at Home Sweet Home Care

Nancy Musey

March 7, 2013

I will always cherish the times I spent with your mother. She has a special place in my heart. May God's grace carry you.

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