Leora Newell Obituary

The family of Leora Newell of Oakland, Maryland announces her passing on July 23, 2026. Leora, born on August 25, 1942, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Wesley and Anna Mae Newell (Smitley); and her siblings, Gerald Newell, Evelyn Newell, Mary Ruth Sheehan and Betty Ritz.

She is survived by: her children, David McManus (Nellie), Judy Ferguson (Steve), Jane Lucas (Terry) and Deborah Echard; her sisters, Sue Stone, Judy Marcum and Lenora Colbert; and her grandchildren, Chasity Kent, Erica Sherman (Steve), Marcia Ahern, Trent McManus (Tara) and Dalton McManus (Ashley). She is also survived by six great-grandchildren.

Since Leora was a cancer survivor, expressions of sympathy may be directed to Cindy's Fund, P.O. Box 182, Oakland, MD, 21550.