Michael Newsome's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Michael Newsome

August 14, 1942 - January 9, 2026 (83 years old)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Michael Newsome's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Michael Newsome

August 14, 1942 - January 9, 2026 (83 years old)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Michael Newsome Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Michael Newsome of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, born in Des Moines, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 83, on January 9, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Newsome to show support.

Though Michael has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his siblings, Orville James Newsome (Jackie) and Louise Heckroth. He is survived by: his wife Nancy Kay Norman; his sons, Douglas Newsome and Michael Riddle (Debbie); his granddaughter Kathy Huber; his sister Jodi Bails (John); and his siblings-in-law, Don Heckroth and Judy Husted (Wayne). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and grandchildren he loved.

After suffering for four years with COPD and Alzheimer's, he found a better place.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cedar Memorial



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