Frieda Sams Newman Obituary
The memory of Frieda Sams Newman of Cumberland, Virginia, who passed away on October 22, 2025 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Frieda Sams Newman to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Fred Sams and Martha Sams; her former husband Billy A. Franklin, Sr.; her husband William M. Newman; her daughters, Tammy Carter and Nancy Jeroloman; and her siblings, Elinor Godsey, Coy Roland "Buddy" Sams and Eugene Sams.
She is survived by: her children, Billy Allen Franklin, Jr. (Sharon) of Farmville and Donna L. Franklin of Alexandria, VA; and her stepchildren, Kim N. White (Cliff) of Cumberland, Paul Newman (Theresa) of Prospect and Ben Newman (Anna) of Gainesville, VA. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.
