We Love You Karen~
This post is for my sister-in-law Karen~ Karen's brother Randy Newman died Thursday, July 17, near Pampa, Texas, as a result of injuries he received in an automobile accident.
Randy was born December 15, 1954, in El Dorado, Arkansas. He was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and proud grandfather.
Randy was a longtime member of Oakland Heights Baptist Church, a 1972 graduate of Pine Tree High School, an active band dad and president of the Pine Tree High School Band Boosters. He was employed by Sun Pipeline for more than 25 years and was a longtime weekend "fixture" at Judson Road Exxon. Randy never met a stranger and loved to visit with people.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Suzanne Newman; his children, Jason and Gena Newman of Dallas and Lauren Newman of Dallas; grandson, James Randall Newman; parents, Ira and Shirley Newman of Longview; sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Ric Johnson of Longview; niece, Brianna Johnson; and many other friends and family.
A celebration of the life of Randy Newman, will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 21, 2008, at Oakland Heights Baptist Church, Longview, Texas.
Karen: I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.
We love you Karen...
Karen, we are all thinking of you and your family today. I am so sorry that this happened and just know that one day you and your family will be in Heaven with Randy.Sending all our love to you and your family.We love you very much,Kathy and Pete
Posted by: Kathy Sue | July 21, 2008 at 07:29 AM
Prayers for Karen and Randy's family during such a difficult time. You are so right. We never lose our loved ones. They stay in our hearts.
~Adrienne~
Posted by: Adrienne | July 21, 2008 at 07:39 AM
So very sorry to read of your family's loss.
Posted by: Toni from NC | July 21, 2008 at 07:56 AM
I hate to hear that. It is so sad to see a life cut short in an accident.
Posted by: Julie Size | July 21, 2008 at 08:43 AM
May God comfort your family at this hard time.
Posted by: Theresa@TakeASentimentalJourney | July 21, 2008 at 08:44 AM
Will certainly be praying for you -
So sorry for your loss . Kathy - GA
Posted by: Kathy Lowry | July 21, 2008 at 09:15 AM
Karen,I am so very sorry to hear about your brother Randy's death.
Please know there are prayers coming to you from Ohio,from people who care.
I pray for God to wrap his loving arms around you,and all that knew and loved Randy.
I pray for grace to see you through this horrible tragedy...
Posted by: Becky | July 21, 2008 at 09:17 AM
I will keep your family in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Hugs,
Kim
BellaDella
Posted by: Kim | July 21, 2008 at 09:38 AM
Tina, this is a lovely tribute to Randy. My condolences to your families.
Posted by: Beverly | July 21, 2008 at 09:39 AM
So sorry to hear of your families loss.
Your post makes me remember (once again) how precious and fleeting life can be.
Posted by: lucinda | July 21, 2008 at 10:04 AM
Wishing you strength and courage to sustain you through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Marilyn
Posted by: Marilyn | July 21, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Condolences to your friend.
Margo
Posted by: margo | July 21, 2008 at 10:23 AM
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by: Carrie | July 21, 2008 at 10:29 AM
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a fine man. I will sure say prayers for his widow and family. My heart goes out to all of you. Roxie
Posted by: Roxie Meiske | July 21, 2008 at 11:39 AM
My sincere sympathy to your sister-in-law and your entire family. I pray that God will comfort Randy's wife and family.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | July 21, 2008 at 11:54 AM
My sincere sympathy to your sister-in-law and your entire family. I pray that God will comfort Randy's wife and family.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | July 21, 2008 at 11:54 AM
Keeping Randy and family in my thoughts & prayers, Tina . . . . . xoxo
Posted by: Patrice | July 21, 2008 at 12:38 PM
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Posted by: Terri Pollhein | July 21, 2008 at 01:04 PM
Tina,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathies to your entire family during this time.
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia Hill | July 21, 2008 at 01:05 PM
This is so sad and he was so young.
May our Heavenly Father comfort this family.
Pamela NE OH
Posted by: Pamela | July 21, 2008 at 01:32 PM
Tina, so sorry to hear of your families loss. Karen should be proud of the tribute you have done for Randy. Many thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Becky
Posted by: Becky from Tennessee | July 21, 2008 at 01:38 PM
what a tragedy -- I am so sorry.
Posted by: that girl | July 21, 2008 at 01:57 PM
I`m so sorry to hear about your tragic loss!
He sure seemed to be a lovely person...
If there`s anything I can do, please do not hesitate to ask.
Kisses and Huggies
Debbie
All the way form England!
Posted by: debbies-english-treasures | July 21, 2008 at 02:02 PM
Tina...Sending my thoughts & prayers for you & all your family..
Know all your blog friends care & send our sympathy & love your way!
Debbie G.
Posted by: DEBBIE G. | July 21, 2008 at 02:33 PM
What a lovely tribute to Randy...he sounds like he was very loved and an incredible person. I pray for God's warmth and loving embrace around each of you during the coming days and months. I am especially asking for God's grace and comfort for Randy's wife, children, sister and other family and friends.
Blessings...
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | July 21, 2008 at 03:33 PM