Thomas Leroy Newton
December 21, 1946 ~ February 25, 2008
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 10:00 AM in St. John's Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery.
Visitation:
Viewing/Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home where Prayers will be held at 7:00 PM.
Tommy Newton, Sr. passed away on February 25, 2008 at his home in Hollywood, MD. He was the son of Joseph D. Newton, Sr. and Ann Elizabeth Newton. He was loved and raised by John and Catherine Woodburn after the passing of his mother. Tommy, with his son Bill, owned and operated Newton’s Tree Service. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, William Rhett Newton. He is survived by his son Thomas L. Newton, Jr., his daughter-in-law Rachel and their daughters Caroline and Emma. He is also survived by his son Bill Soule as well as his siblings; Joseph D. Newton, Jr. and his wife Loretta, Walter Woodburn and his wife Beth, Susan Readmond and her husband Bucky, Janice Batts and her husband Phil and Sparky Woodburn and his wife Paula. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. With him when he passed was his fiance’ Dolly McKay; who he called the love of his life. He often said that the past couple of years with her were the happiest of his life. Tommy was a life long resident of St. Mary’s County and enjoyed meeting many people throughout the years while operating Newton’s Tree Service. He enjoyed playing cards with friends, hunting with Larry Scriber and the friendship of Craig Jarboe, which lasted over 55 years. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends, who he loved dearly. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 10:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bobby Garner, Billy Norris, John Delozier, Danny Greer, Craig Jarboe and Chris Martin. Honorary pallbearers will be Freddie Norris, Bucky Readmond, Walter Woodburn, Donald Hill, Frannie Woodburn and Rodney Dean. Contributions may be made to OPIS (Out Patient Infusion Center), P.O. Box 527, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always think of Tommy with a smile. He will truly be missed.”
“Dear Tommy and Bill, We are very sorry to hear about your dad. Hold on to the good times and smiles that he brought to everyone’s lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Best wishes!”
“SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT TOMMY’S PASSING AWAY.HE WAS A KIND AND HARD WORKING MAN WHO LOVED LIFE AND ENJOYED MEETING PEOPLE.”
“” Tommy & Bill, All of us at Milt’s are very sorry to hear the passing of Tommy. He was truly “one of a kind”! We deeply appreciate all the business he and you have given us! We will miss him very much! With deepest sympathy, Milt’s Sales & Service”
“Bill & Tommy, I am so sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. We had some great times at Dew Drop when I worked there.. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “God Bless””
“Tommy & Bill, We are both so sorry to hear about Tommy passing. We both loved him dearly and really had alot of great times together that we both will never forget. He surly touched both of our hearts and we will both miss him so much!!! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you both and the entire family. God Bless. “
“Our sincere condolences to Dolly and Tommy’s family. He was a very dear friend to for many years. He was one of a kind. We will miss him dearly, but will also remember all the wonderful times and talks we had. He truly was a wonderful friend.”
“Tommy and Bill, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Tommy was a unique and special person that certainly left a mark on all of our hearts. We are sharing your sorrow. “
“I am so sorry to hear about Tommy. He was a great man and I will always remember him. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Bill and Tommy, We are sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with your family.”
“We are sorry to hear of Tommy passing away. He was a kind and dear man. Our thoughts & prayers are with you in this time of need.”
“I’m very sorry to hear about your Dad’s Death. He was a great person with a beautiful personalty. I know he will be missed. Lois”
“Dear Bill, What an extraordinary man…you were truly blessed the day he came into your life, keep those memories close to your heart always. With deepest regret, Joe and Linda Gill”
“Tommy,Rachael, Bill and Dolly, We are sorry for your loss. It goes without saying what a wonderful man Tommy was. He had a “unique” personality and we were truly blessed the day he walked into our kitchen and said, “It’s Sunday, where is the cake? so very many years ago. We will never forget him and all the good times we have had. He fought hard and never gave up. We loved him and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, The Riviere Family”
“Tommy, Bill and family: We were so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was one of a kind and would do anything to help someone in need out. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this sorrowful time. Sincerely, Son and Elaine Wood”
“I knew Tommy for only a short time, but have known Dolly for years. My sympathy goes out to all who loved the man and will miss him. For him, I am overjoyed, because he is in a place so wonderful, we can only imagine. God Bless you all.”
“Tommy, Bill and Dolly, We are sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing & your loss. He will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.”
“I’m very sorry to hear about Tommy’s passing and Cora’s going to miss all their time they spent together at OPIS over the past year.”
“We are very saddened to hear of Tommy’s passing. Sure will miss all of the thoughtful calls that we received from Tommy. Most of all, we will miss that quick-fire wit and the eccentricities that made him such a unique person, and so special to us. “
“We are so sorry for your loss but remember he was loved by so many and what a great man!”
“Tommy will be missed by many people in this county, and we will never forget his sense of humor. We are truly sorry for his family and especially for Dolly who loves him now and forever.”
“Our condolences go out to Tommy’s entire family. As you know Tommy affected many peoples’ lives in such positive ways. He will be greatly missed.”
“Tommy & Rachel – Your dad was a awesome man, terrific friend of our entire family, and he will be dearly missed by us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With love and respect for a truly happy person full of life and enjoyment, Joe, Tammy & Jeremy”
“Sincere condolences to the Newton Family…Tommy was a friend from way back when…He will be missed by many…His personality will be remembered by many too….Tommy was one of a kind person with a heart of gold…Miss ya man.”
“Bill and Tommy, We are so sadden by Tommy’s passing. He was a good neighbor and friend, who would do anything for you. He will be greatly missed.”
“Bill and Tommy, we are sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a strong man that’s for sure. Let us know if we can do anything.”
“My name is Pat (Bailey) Leslie. I am writing on behalf of my mother, Lorraine (Wallace)Bailey, she is the daughter of Berlene Newton. All the members of our large family send our love and sympathy. “Everybody knew Tommy Newton”, Mama says. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I knew his dad, Joe, and I thought the world of him – our entire family did. I see from his picture that Tommy must have had his fathers personality – full of fun and never at a loss for words – most of the time ending with a joke of some kind – I can see it in his eyes. We know you will miss him and we are so sorry for your loss.”
“Tommy is going to be missed so much! He was such a great man and thoughtful person. I loved him very much as I know alot of people did! Bill if you need anything, please let me know!”
“Bill, We Are Sorry To Hear Of The Passing Of Your Dad,Our Prayer’s And Thought’s Are With You And Your Family,He Will Be Missed””
“A friend and a customer we will truly miss. Tommy’s energy and positive outlook in life made all of us better people. God Bless Bill and Tommy, your Dad was and will always be a special person in our hearts. “
“Bill, We are truly sorry to hear of your loss. It has been our pleasure knowing and working with Tommy over the many years. Your family will be in our thoughts and Tommy in our prayers. With sincere sympathy. Gail & Sandra”
“We are truly sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He will be remembered by all. Keep all his memories close to your heart, he loved you very much.”
“I’m so sorry to hear about Tommy. He put up a good fight and won for a long time. Try to think about the good times and how much he loved all of you. “
“Newton Family: Sorry to hear about Tommy. We had lots of fond memories years back.”
“Sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. We will miss seeing him around town whenever we are in the county. Our prayers to the family. Cathy and Phil Ferguson”
“To Tommy’s Family We are so sorry to hear about Tommy. He was a friend to both of us and we will miss him.”
“Bill, I was saddened to hear of Tommy’s passing. He was a unique person and a long time friend. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My prayers are with you and all your family. God bless you all.”
“so sorry to hear of tommy’s passing he was a good man and always loved to joke around, i’ve known tommy since i was younger he was always happy and that is how i and so many others will remember him! with great sympathy jessica and family”
“So sorry to hear about Tommy. We have known Tommy for years, and he has always been there for us. He was a dear friend, he was one of a kind, he will be missed so very much. We know he is now in a better place. We will miss you Tommy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. “
“”Bill and Tommy, We are sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a Great “Boss at the DEW” and Friend, he had a heart of gold. He touched the hearts of many people, he will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Larry and Colleen “
“Our deepest sympathies go out to Tommy’s family and Miss Dolly (remembering the birthday party he proposed, he loved you so much) We are so lucky to have celebrated that event with him. We will miss him dearly and what a wonderful man.”
“We are so so sorry to hear about the passing of Tommy, no matter what or where he could always make you laugh, Tommy will be so missed. Thoughts and Prayers. Always.”
“Tommy, you were one unique person. Many a time I called on you to “get the job done” and without hesitation, you got it done. You always had a way of making me laugh and you will be missed. Earth will not be the same without you and I am not sure Heaven is prepared for what they are getting but they are getting a good one!!”
“Dolly, Bill & Tommy, We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Tommy was and forever will be a loyal friend and as you already know quite the character. We will miss him dearly. May warm memories surround you and bring you comfort.”
“We were so sorry to learn of your Dad’s death. We met Tommy when the Tree Service was just a pick-up truck and a rope. You might say, we’ve grew up together, with Tommy always responding positively when I called with a last minute plea for help. God bless him and God bless his family. Our prayers are with you. He will be missed.”
“To the Newton’s, Bill, Woodburn’s and Dolly, You all know how much Tommy, you and your families mean to me. You all will always hold a large place in my heart. JD”
“Tommy and Bill- No one can ever replace the bond that you three men shared together. The joys of being in the house on Joy Chapel. Your dad had a tremendous heart, and a one of a kind personality. We’ll miss him. “
“Tommy,Bill,Dolly and family, We will always remember Tommy, he was unique and eccentric. As Father Ray mentioned “Having a conversation with Tommy was a challenge”, that brought a smile to our faces because that was Tommy. Many years ago we had alot of fun shooting at the gravel pit. Tommy was fun loving, we loved to joke with him and get him fired up. Over the past few years we would catch up and recall the “good ole times” We will truly miss him.”
“Dolly, Bill and Tommy, We are so very sorry for your loss and the loss to all his customers and friends, we were both. He was and will always be remembered for his trust and honesty with his business and with his friends. We all lost a good man and friend, I’ll miss all the bull we use to talk about and the way he trusted you with his business, sure didnt need a credit card with him. Love to you all, not only Ray and I will miss him but so will my tree’s. With deepest sympathy Ray and Sue Ballew”
“We are so sorry to learn of Tommy’s passing. We knew him ‘way back when’ in the Southern Maryland Boat Club. You are all in our prayers. Know he and Lennie are now together again.!”
“You will always be in my heart and Loved by me FOREVER & ALWAYS.”
Happy 75th birthday Tommy. Wish you could still be here to celebrate it.