Nellie Caroline Johnson Newman
November 24, 1919 ~ June 6, 2010
Services:
A Life Celebration will be held on Thursday, June 10th, 2010 in Leonardtown Baptist Church, Leonardtown, MD at 12:00PM with Pastor Dooley officiating.
Visitation:
The Family will recieve friends on Thursday, June 10th, 2010 from 11:00AM-12:00PM in Leonardtown Baptist Church, Leonardtown, MD.
Nellie Caroline Johnson Newman, 90 of Hollywood, MD died on June 6, 2010 at her home. She was born November 24, 1919 in Anderson County, Tennessee and lived in Maryville, TN before moving to Maryland. Nellie was a housewife, a book keeper for Knoxville Truck Sales, a financial secretary for First Baptist Church of Maryville as well as a talented pianist for many years at Wildwood Baptist Church. She became a Christian at an early age and served in many areas of church ministry. Nellie was a former member of First Baptist Church of Maryville and Wildwood Baptist Churches in TN. Having moved to Maryland six years ago, she became a member of Leonardtown Baptist Church, Leonardtown, MD. Nellie was the wife of John Arthur Newman, whom she married on July 9th, 1941. He preceded her in death on April 21, 2010. She is survived by her son Jerry (Faye) Newman of Chesapeake, VA, daughter Jennie (Jay) Page of Hollywood, MD, grandchildren Kimberly (Christopher) Mann, John (Tracey) Page, Kristopher (Alicia) Newman, and Jennifer (Joey) Kreller and 7 great grandchildren, Christoper and Amanda Plummer, Michael Page, Nicholas and Nathan Mann, and Emily and Sarah Newman, as well as several beloved nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, John, of almost 69 years, Nellie was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Jennie Johnson, her siblings, Wade Johnson, Eva DeArmond and Lucille Newman, and grandson, Jason Newman Page. The Family will receive friends on Thursday, June 10, 2010 from 11:00AM – 12:00 PM in Leonardtown, Baptist Church, Leonardtown, MD, where a life celebration will follow at 12 noon with Pastor Mark Dooley officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be John Page, Kristopher Newman, Christopher Mann, Joey Kreller, Christopher Plummer, and Michael Page. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“We loved Nell and treasure our long friendship. Our sincere sympathy.”
“Jennie~ Love and prayers for your family. Thank goodness that your life of love for your parents was capped with this last year, where you could care for them full time. Will keep you in my prayers.”
“Jennie and Jay, We were so sorry to hear about Mrs. Newman’s passing but we know she is now where she wants to be, with her beloved husband. Please know that we are thinking of you and we love you.”
“Jenny Sue and family – We know the hurt of losing our mother’s, but we know too you have a peace because you know she is in Jesus’ arms and now your parents are together again. The way they were meant to be. What a wonderful lady Nellie was. What great parents you were fortunate to have and share with us. We enjoyed and cherish each conversation we had with her and we are thankful to have been her friends. You are all in our prayers during this time.”
“Jennie and Jay, You are in our prayers. I’m so glad I got to know your parents. They were a joy and such a testimony to their love for the Lord and for each other. I know she is so happy now to be in Heaven. Won’t it be great to one day see them again.”
“Jennie, Jay and family, Our hearts are sad for you, but also uplifted to know that your mother is with her beloved Savior and with John. What a joy to have know your precious parents, what a gift from God. We pray God’s peace and grace to hold you close as you walk through this time. Love, Donna and Doug”
“Aunt Nellie was such a wonderful aunt to us. I treasure the memories of being with her and Uncle J. I am thankful that she crossed over easily and is now with loved ones that crossed before. Your Tennessee family has you in our hearts and prayers. With love,”
“She was one of the best friends my mother, Wanda Gunter, had. Nell was the sweetest lady I have ever known. I never heard an unkind word from her. Nell was a true blessing to all who knew her. No doubt, all in heaven are rejoicing at her arrival! “
“We here at State Farm are very sorry to hear of Miss Nellie’s passing. She was a very sweet lady and she will be missed. Tammy, Mary and Ashley”
“Our deepest sympathy to you for your loss of your Mother. May all the wonderful memories comfort you in this time. Our Prayers are with you.”
“Jennie & Jay sorry for your lose, you’re in my prayers.”