Richard Newman Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Newman (Vinton, Virginia), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on May 16, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Newman to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Richard find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Annie Birtie Mitchell and Jonas Marshall Newman. He is survived by: his wife Jo Ann Richards Newman; his children, Kevin Newman (Collette) and Amy Tontodonato (Richard); his sister Linda Wood; his grandchildren, Katie Mulder (Kevin), Matthew Tontodonato (Maeve) and Sarah Tontodonato; and his sisters-in-law, Joan Richards and Andee Kay Wishneff (Brian).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Ave NE, Roanoke, VA 24012.
