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John Newman Obituary
John R.
"Ricky" Newman
SPRINGFIELD - John. R. "Ricky" Newman departed this life on January 24, 2012 at St. John's Hospice. He was born December 17, 1946, in Springfield, IL, the son of Linnie Belle Emerson Newman and Robert N. Newman, Sr. He married Cynthia M. Newman on September 10, 2011.
Mr. Newman graduated from Feitshans High School in 1964. He was very proud to have served in the 4th and 9th Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment of the US Army, served in Vietnam and earned several awards during that time, including a Purple Heart. Mr. Newman was the Supervisor of Stores at CWLP-Dallman Power Plant for 28 years. He formerly worked for the State Appellate Defender and was a former Truant Officer at Southeast High School. He retired from CWLP in 2004. He was a member of Bethel A.M.E. Church-Jacksonville, The American Legion-Otis B. Duncan Post 809 and a volunteer reader at Ball Charter School.
He was preceded in death by: mother Linnie Belle Emerson Newman and sisters Gail Newman and Ruth Ann Newman Okafor.
He leaves to cherish memories: Wife Cynthia M.; sons, Sean and Marcus Newman of Springfield, IL; daughter DeAnna Newman of Springfield, IL; daughter Dawn Newman of Richmond, TX. Father, Robert N. Newman, Sr. (Sarah); brothers Robert (Bobby) Newman, Jr. (Cynthia) and Terry Graham of Springfield, IL; Michael (Malissa) of Oak Forest, IL; sisters Linda M. Bryant of Springfield, IL; Toni Newman of Milwaukee, WI. Seven grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be Tuesday January 31, 2012
St. Paul A.M.E. Church
1130 South 16th Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Visitation: 10:00 am-11:30 am
Service: 1:30 am-1:00 pm
Interment Camp Butler National Cemetery
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Memories and Condolences
for John Newman
Damairia Tillman
February 24, 2017
Miss you so much buddy! I know my papa and you are having a blast up there! See you guys soon
Ron & Gilbert Dickerson
May 28, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
missy newman
February 27, 2012
I miss you truley uncle ricky, RIP
Sheila Hamilton
February 27, 2012
My prayers and deepest condolence goes out to the Newman family. Be comforted knowing, he is no longer suffering and is now with our heavenly father, he is at peace. Mr. Newman shall be missed by all who knew him. Cherish and rejoice in the memories. I love you all and wish you blessings, strength, and comfort during this difficult time.
Ricky, Bobby, Linda, Ruth Ann and Toni
DeAnna Newman
February 27, 2012
The two John's
DeAnna Newman
February 27, 2012
DeAnna Newman
February 27, 2012
Mrs. Jackson and Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 27, 2012
Terry, DeAnna and Mike
DeAnna Newman
February 27, 2012
Vietnam
DeAnna Newman
February 27, 2012
Ricky, Anthony, Stephen and John
DeAnna Newman
February 27, 2012
Gloria Hurst
February 23, 2012
Cynthia and Newman family,
God grant you the peace and serenity at this time. Grief can be so hard. Keep those precious memories of Ricky. Always teasing and enjoying life. I will miss him. But I know he and Mr. Hamilton are up there singing their heart out in our heavenly choir, Ricky no longer complaining "I can't sing" in that lovely tenor voice. God Bless all of you.
Curtis & Sheila Carter
February 22, 2012
To The Newman Family,
May God grant you peace at this time. Rick was a good friend. We grew up together and shared a lot of good times. I'm thankful for those memories.
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
I will miss you every single day, but I know you are in heaven running and jumping with no balance issues, you're singing in choir again, no pain, no sorrow and you're with your loved ones you lost long ago (did God give you that first 30 minutes like I asked?)
I know people always say it, but we truly did have the best Dad ever.
Forever loved and missed.
Aaron and Lennie
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Army
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Bubba-Grand
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Nieces Jasmine, Missy and Riccarda, Nephew Gabe, Son Marcus and Sister Toni.
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Bob Moses, Cousin Richard, Sister Linda and Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Grands Nick, Emily, Gabby, Cydne, Sean and friend.
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Sean, Cydne, Kaliyah and Emilia
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
The two John's
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Stephen, Ricky, Cynthia
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Tuda-Grand
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Emilia and Kaliyah-Grands
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
September 10, 2011
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Bobby and Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Ruth Ann, Ricky, Linda, Toni and Bobby
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Senior picture
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Ricky
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Ricky and Billy
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
at Dawn's college graduation
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Marcus, Sean, Dawn and DeAnna
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
Linnie Belle and Bob Newman
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
with DeAnna
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
On the porch
DeAnna Newman
February 21, 2012
i love you gpa...
Anthony Newman
February 19, 2012
Justin Moon
February 18, 2012
I'll miss our conversations in the barber shop. He always made me smile, and knew how to make me feel better. I'll never forget his smile, and I'll miss his huggs. My prayers are with his wonderful family now.
missy newman
February 18, 2012
I miss you truley uncle ricky, RIP
Marwan Abdullah
February 18, 2012
Love and miss you cuzzin.
Kandace Shelton
February 17, 2012
Sending my love to the entire Newman family. Mr. Newman was one of a kind; genuine and caring. He treated all of us coming up in Springfield like we were his own. May God continue to give you the strength to endure.
E Owens
February 17, 2012
R.I.P. My brother
Kali Monroe
February 17, 2012
Mr. Newman, I wish I'd gotten to meet you...but, then again through DeAnna's love for you...I have. God bless to your entire family and the huge cast of friends who love and miss you. Rest in Peace...with much love from my family to yours.
"Son" and "Grandpa"
DeAnna Newman
February 17, 2012
Mother-Linnie Bell Emerson Newman
DeAnna Newman
February 17, 2012
Aunt Alfretta May/Sabreen Abdullah
DeAnna Newman
February 17, 2012
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Newman and Malisah Newman
DeAnna Newman
February 17, 2012
Marcus Newman
DeAnna Newman
February 17, 2012
Ricky, Cousin Kunama and Fulton friends
DeAnna Newman
February 17, 2012
Four generations of Newman men
DeAnna Newman
February 17, 2012
Kevin Butler
February 16, 2012
To Mr.Newman,from the time I had the pleasure of knowing you,you were always the same.Warm smile and a kind word to say.Class act always,which carried on to your children.Your personality was contagious.You will be missed,but definitely not forgotten.God bless you and smile upon your family you left behind...until we meet again.See you later......
R.I.P. MR NEWMAN
STEPHEN BOTTOMS
February 15, 2012
TRUE DEFINITION OF A LEGEND!!! ONE OF A KIND!!!
Jaclyn Barger
February 10, 2012
May the sweet peace of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Mr. Newman was and always will be a pillar of this community, a father to all & a great friend! Love you all!
Aleesha Chaney
February 10, 2012
We miss you Mr. Newman. You were so full of life and touched so many lives with your kindness and goodness! Thanks for all of the great memories you left us. :)
February 10, 2012
Dawn from our family to yours god bless and stay strong.billy,barbee, and chris rogers.
Marissa McCants
February 10, 2012
There is nothing better than being with the family I love. I know we are all still grieving, but it was wonderful to see how many people's lives Uncle Ricky touched. I will miss him.
Gene & Sharon Beler
February 10, 2012
To the entire Newman Family. May God Bless you and keep you and give you peace. Love and prayers to you.
Tawana Turner
February 10, 2012
Dawn my prayers are with you & your family. I pray that God will provide you with the peace & comfort that you need. And that you're surrounded by family & friends for you to lean on. I love you, God Bless you!!
:-)
Jack Ingram, III
February 9, 2012
Hey Newman Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Mr. Newman. He was a good friend to my Dad (Jack, Jr.) and the family. I'll truly miss him. He, along with my family, also made Spfld worth returning home to visit. May God bless you and keep you, Mr. Newman and family.
Consuelo Briggity
February 9, 2012
Your family will be in my prayers! Be strong. Keep your heads up and look to God during these trying times.
February 9, 2012
Although I never had the privilege of meeting your Dad, I can see that he was a strong man and good father. you are an amazing person, Dawn, and have an amazing family. I pray that you will all heal and keep the Lord with you.
Jenn
Glenece Banks-Atwater
February 8, 2012
To Cynthia, DeAnna, Sean, Dawn & Marcus,
Words cannot express my deepest sympathy. How do I attempt to put into words what the Newman family means to me. I truly believe that God places people in our life that touch us tremendously. Ricky (or Ricko as I called him) was one of those individuals. Our families (Newman/Banks Family) has a bond that no one understands. We have seen each other thru happy and sad times, yet the bond will never be broken. I love each of you; know that I will ALWAYS be there for you. You have wonderful memories; ones that will keep you laughing. May God continue to keep you in His care as only He can. Luv you ---- Glenny
Steve & Alarra Tozin
February 7, 2012
Our hearts & prayers go out to you and your family - Mr. Newman is quite the great man! May he go with God and RIP
Rosetta E Day
February 6, 2012
I was saddened by the passing of Ricky. We were very good friends and talked about childhood things. His mother was my beautician so i spent a lot of time in the Newman home growing up. I know you loss is great, but God knows what is best. He did not want his servant to suffer anymore. I will be praying for his entire family that God will grant you peace in your mind in time. It does take time. RIP RICKY
Gene Burnett
February 6, 2012
John was a positive influence to all who worked with him. He will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chuck Laswell
February 5, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with John at Dallman power station. John's good attitude and friendly smile always made everyone feel their presence was welcome.
He will truly be missed. Rest in peace John.
Stephane Hatchett
February 3, 2012
Mr. Newman will truly be missed. I've always had much love and respect for him. He was/is a great father and person.
May his soul rest in peace ...
Patt L. Jones-Senor
February 3, 2012
Forever my "Brother-in-law"...I'll see you again.
JEAN JACKSON- ROBERSON
February 2, 2012
Newman Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers. Although I have not seen him for several years, I have awesome memories of this wonderful man, his smile, always happy, and always having a good word. May God give you strength during this difficult time. Rest in peace John R. Newman.
Blessings,
John & Frankie Brooks
February 2, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Nakia Hannon
February 1, 2012
Pretty Ricky....loved by so many, he will truly be missed. He was a wonderful person. He has his wings now. He will spend his days watching over you as he did when he was here. You all remain in our prayers...love you!
Arnold "Doc" Holliday
February 1, 2012
It was a pleasure to deliver Mr Newmans mail for the past 18 years. He was always in great spirits and was so very kind to me. My prayers are with the family, He will be missed
Carolyn Thomas
February 1, 2012
Dee, I have no words sufficient enough to fully convey my heartfelt condolences. The passing of a parent, someone you hold so close to your heart is very difficult. I pray for your strength now and in the future. May you and your family continue to hold fast the dear sweet memories that you have of your beloved father. God Bless ...Cy
John Green
February 1, 2012
If your blessed once in Great while you come in contact with someone who treats you like family and we did when we met Mr. Ricky God bless you family and hold on to the Good stuff !
Kristy Green
February 1, 2012
To John's Family:
John was a good man and a great boss!!! I enjoyed working with him at the Power Plant and he was a friend outside of work too. A caring man with a good heart. My thoughts and prayers are with the family...and I will miss him dearly.
Sharon Banks-Wilkins
February 1, 2012
Newman Family, I was so sorry to hear of Ricky's passing. His sense of humor and constant smile are probably two of my fondest memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God keep and sustain you in your time of sorrow.
Loralean Jordan
February 1, 2012
To the Newman family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mr. Newman was a wonderful neighbor and role model. I will miss his friendly wave as I drive down Randall Court. He will be missed
February 1, 2012
Linda and family, so sorry to hear about your lost. May God be with you and yours. Brenda Suggs, Spfld, Il
February 1, 2012
We in the storeroom, laughed a lot when John came up with the Little Yellow Bus for Arlene, and he would page her on a stressfull day, and say Arlene, the short bus is here. It would break us up everytime, he was an
ok boss. He didn't mince words when he had an issue. I appreciated that. He will be missed, glad we saw him a Christmas Party. Had no idea he was ill
I got a hug. He and I shared a birthday and he always brought the dounuts,"Thanks John"
Deb Baines Storeroom Dallman Power Plant.
J.D. Howell
February 1, 2012
We were friends as boys at washington and Fietshans. After 67 for Ricky and 72 for me, we were friends as men.I walked into the church,glanced at Feitshans on 15th and felt bad. I walked out after the service uplifted and lucky for having known Ricky.R.I.P. old friend.
Antoine Irby
February 1, 2012
Dear Newman family, I am sorry for your loss and wish you well for the future.
Charita & Herbert Banks
February 1, 2012
DeAnna, Linda and Family, May God give you comfort and peace in this time of sorrow.
Roderick Lawrence
February 1, 2012
To the Newman family. This gentle, beautiful soul will be missed but his guidance and wisdom will last for a lifetime.
Jerald Harris
February 1, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Lorean Wilson
January 31, 2012
DeAnn and Family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. May God keep you and give you peace.
Lorean Wilson
DiAnna Thompson
January 31, 2012
To the Newman Family, My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. I know our Heavenly Father will keep you, guide you, and comfort you in the days and years to come. May God bless you. I love you. Bob and Sarah my heart goes out to you.
Rev. & Mrs. James A. Lewis
January 31, 2012
At this time of sorrow, may these truths sustain you...Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer.
Jonathan, Pamela & Robert Frazier
January 31, 2012
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Mrs.Michael Bradley
January 31, 2012
To The Newman Family,
Ricky was loved by everybody, he will be truly missed especially on Randall Ct. with that big smile and wave as we passed by each day...30 plus yrs. Proud to of known him..God Bless the family.
Betty C. Johnson
January 31, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cooky (Whyte) Randall
January 31, 2012
Dear Cynthia,Deanna,Dawn, and boys, Linda,Toni, Courtland...just a note to say I love you all and you are in our prayers..Ricky and I always liked to talk about Fulton and family....and shared pictures. May the Lord be with you during these difficult times..
Jackie Chambers & family
January 31, 2012
To The Newman Family,
Thinking of all of you and wishing there were words to express the sympathy that goes out to you today.
God Bless all of you.
Stephen Madison
January 31, 2012
To the entire newman family.
Ricky was truly a great human being. He was loved by everyone that knew him. He was a great friend and will be truly missed. My sincere condolences to his family and everyone that knew and loved him.
Celena Bardwell
January 31, 2012
Condolences to the Newman family. Everytime I seen Mr Newman he always had a smile and always stopped to conversate. I seen him a couple days before Christmas at a store and it was odd because he had crossed my mind recently being that i haven't seen him in a while.We conversated and hugged we departed wishing each other Happy Holidays. I remember his smile and his ability to make people laugh. Im glad I got to see him. May God bless you and keep you!
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