Robert Lee Newton
Robert Lee Newton, 88, of West Union, Ohio, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 12, 2026 at home. Robert was born July 31, 1937 in Yellow Rock, Kentucky. Robert was preceded by parents, Bernis Newton and Inez Newton; one son, Robert Joey Newton; one granddaughter, Cassandra Lynn Newton and one sister, Florene Hacker.
Robert is survived by his wife, Alice Marie (Humphrey) Newton; two sons: Dennis (Margarite) Newton of West Union; Johnny (Connie) Newton of Seaman; one daughter, Lisa (Zonnie) Holbrook of West Union; three brothers: Bernis Jr. (Patsy) Newton of Pikeville, Kentucky, MacArthur Newton of Pikeville Kentucky, Billy Newton (Melissa) of Manchester; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild and many nieces and nephews.
Robert worked at Bardes Corporation in Cincinnati for 11 years; Copeland in West Union for 23 years; and Price Less foods in West Union for 4 years. Robert was a U.S. Army Veteran.
Robert loved spending time with his family and friends and loved Bluegrass Gospel Music. He played in several groups throughout his lifetime. He played and sang in many churches all across this country. He could play many instruments, but he had a love for his Banjo most of all.
Visitation is Friday, July 17, 2026 from 6 - 8 PM Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union.
2nd Visitation Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 12 - 1 PM Youngsville Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Funeral is Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 1 PM Youngsville Pentecostal Holiness Church near Seaman.
Pastor James Douglas Hymer will officiate.
Interment is at Cherry Fork Cemetery in Wayne Township in Adams County.
The Adams County Honor Guard will conduct the military service.
Lafferty Funeral Home Incorporated serves the family.
Post condolences at www.LaffertyFuneralhome.com