Jerry R. Newman, 56, La Crosse, Kansas, died Friday, September 4, 2020, at his home.
Jerry was born October 5, 1963, in Sikeston, Missouri, the son of William and Louise (Cecil) Newman. He was a resident of Rush County, Kansas, for 3 ½ years, moving from Pontiac, Illinois. He was a laborer in the oil industry.
Jerry enjoyed fishing and watching football.
On November 4, 1994, he married Sheila Lester at Morris, Illinois.
Survivors include: his wife, Sheila Newman, La Crosse, Kansas; one son, Jerry Newman II (fiancée, Tressidy Barenberg), Pontiac, Illinois; one daughter, Brandi Ostrom (Jerred), La Crosse, Kansas; three grandchildren, Triniti Ostrom, Tristan Ostrom, and Braxton Lee Newman who is on the way; three brothers, Jim “Bubba” Newman, Billy Newman, and Mike Newman; and two sisters, Brenda Sue Alexander, and Debbie Jones.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Larry “Dale” Newman, and Gary Newman.
The family will conduct a memorial service Thursday, September 10, 2020, at 1:00 P.M. at the First Christian Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Mark Sizemore officiating.
Social distancing is recommended. Masks are recommended. Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, please send condolences via the online guestbook or mail.
In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the Jerry R. Newman Memorial Fund.
Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.