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Burton Newsom
September 6, 1936 ~ September 7, 2017 (age 81) 81 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Your son,
September 6, 2022 10:38 PM
Yes Dad, I still come here. I'd quit posting once I realized they see and read them. I understand that though, but it sort of takes some of the personal out of it. I know you too well, and that you understand exactly. I miss you so much, Dad. We all do. Sis always does, and for some reason Mom's been more vocal about it this year. Drake does too, and you should see him and Macey. You'd be so proud. I'm closer to God now than ever, and I actually work hard for him too. There's so much to tell, that I want you to know. Sometimes I wish you could see, yet others I'm so glad that you can't. I truly think we will all be together again soon, and our very hearts are telling us exactly that. You wouldn't like this new world, our country, nor many of the people in it, Dad. I sure don't. It's crazy to see and think of how much it's changed in just these past five years now. I often imagine Jesus having to be held back by God, because he wants so badly to come get us. I can almost hear him telling him, "No son, not yet." It won't be long though, truly. Every sign he said to look for is so glaringly obvious to any that care to look. The worst part is that most don't. They truly don't, which is so sad. I just had a thought of you, Granny, Grandpa, and of so many others sitting by a stream, simply looking into it and enjoying one another. I think that's where I'll find all of you. We will actually, after visiting with Jesus and Father God, of course. They certainly deserve our worship, praise, and thanks, but afterward all of you can show us around. I think I'll challenge you to a race too. After being in this bed and wheelchair for so long I don't think I'll sit for a long time. Plus, it'd be fun right!? You in your prime, and me in mine. Ha! I even think Granny may grab your robe to ensure that I win! I've been somewhat sad until that thought, so I think I'll end this on that note. I sure do love you Dad, and I couldn't be more proud to be your son.
Message from Your son, Tim
March 10, 2019 3:08 PM
Dad, I'm not sure why I'm doing this, but here goes. I visit this page often. I think of you multiple times each day. I never thought that I'd miss you this much. It hurts so bad, and for so many reasons. I thank God for you, for being your son, and for our last day together. I'll never forget 28 Aug '17. God gave you back to us that day, and I'm forever grateful for that. I remember our conversation as if it were yesterday. I'm trying to be the man that you'd wanted me to be. I'm also taking care of Mom, and the place, just as I promised I would. I love you Dad, and I'll see you again soon.
Message from jasper,tn
September 11, 2017 12:56 PM
Sue and kids I am so sorry for your loss.Burton was a dear friend of mine and John's.I know what you are going thru and I wish I could be there with you at this time but my health doesn't let me get out much any more.I just pray that God will be with you and put his arms of mercy around you and give you comfort.You will be in my prayers and love to all of you
A candle was lit by Shadena Chance
on September 11, 2017 9:45 AM
Message from Kelly Shoemake Hayes
September 11, 2017 8:08 AM
God Keep you in his arms. Such great loss. But one day, to be reunited and see them perfect... what a day. But today we are broken, and have one less great man on this earth.
A candle was lit by Kelly and Bear Hayes (Shoemake)
on September 11, 2017 8:06 AM
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