George Newman
January 1, 1924 ~ January 2, 2011
George R. 'Pete' Newman died on January 2, 2011, at the age of 86, joining his beloved wife of 63 years, Nancy, whom he lost in 2009. He passed away at home surrounded by his adoring family of two daughters, Reneé Johnson and Beth Hinman; his son Bro Newman, four grandchildren: Kevin Dodd, Nick Newman, Meghan and Kyle Hinman; and two great-grandchildren Lilly and Nate.He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, and brought his family to California in 1957. He was a WWII veteran and worked as an Interstate Brands Executive for 35 years. After retirement, he dedicated his time tirelessly to serving the disabled.It will be hard for us to get over your passing, but we take comfort in knowing that one day we will meet again. You are our inspiration to be the best we can be, the light in our darkness, and our hero. We will love you for the rest of our time.There will be a private family viewing. A graveside service will be held at Riverside National Cemetery on Friday, January 7, 2011, at 10:30. Family and friends will meet at Staging Area 6. A reception will follow at the home of Bro Newman. Cemetery: Riverside National Cemetery 22495 Van Buren Blvd Riverside, CA 92518 (map/driving directions)
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Dear Bro, Karen, and dear Nick, We were so sorry and hurt to here of the loss of our wonderful friend and neighbor. Your beloved father and grandfather. I will never go down the street again and see the house without thinking about Nancy and Pete. God Bless you all. Thanks for your call Karen. We care about you and love you. One minute at a time. Go from there and work your way up. Love, Susan and Guy
George willl be greatly missed
I sure enjoyed you and Nancy at the campouts. If you see Tuffy in heaven tell him hi fors.Miss you Pete
Pete was the nicest person I had the privalige of calling a friend, Nancy Pete and family were a second family to me He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Pete: It’s been a pleasure knowing you, we’ll miss our football partys and just getting together. I know your in a better place with no pain and that makes me very happy. you’ll be with nancy again and you two will be in paradise forever. goodby my friend until we meet again
Renee, Beth, & Bro: Our deepest sympathy….Uncle Pete will be so missed! He is the last of a generation in our tree. As he said, “the star at the top of the tree has gone out!” Love to you all and your families. Betty Newman Miller & Jennifer.
So sorry for your loss.We had many enjoyable weekends camping with Pete and Nancy.Our prayers are with your family.
So sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. May his memories bring you comfort. You are blessed to have him in your life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Pete was a wonderful person who will be missed by all.
We are very sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. He will be missed by many. We always enjoyed both he and Nancy at our campouts. He is now with his beloved wife Nancy and they are enjoying the campgrounds in heaven. You and your family are in our prayers.
You made us laugh with your wonderful personality. We will miss you, but we know you are with your soul mate Nancy and Jesus Christ, our Father. God’s blessings Pete. There will never be another one like you. Until we meet again, with much love, Gaspar and Linda Huish.