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Layne Newsome

May 18, 1961 - February 21, 2012
Albion, Michigan

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“My prayers and love go out to all of the family. ”
1 of 34 | Posted by: Joshua Damron - Battle Creek, MI

“Our Prayer & Thoughts to each and everyone of you. Love Always, Les & Sheila Damron Williamsport,Tn.38487 ”
2 of 34 | Posted by: Sheila Damron - Williamsport, TN

“Dear Newsome family, I am deeply, deeply saddened to hear of Laynes' passing. I have many fond memories of Layne from high school and beyond. You...Read More » ”
3 of 34 | Posted by: Garry & Chris Mees - Battle Creek, MI

“Sorry to hear of your loss. I just heard about this tonight. May God keep all of you strong! ”
4 of 34 | Posted by: Marie Nelson - MI

“Gretta and Ron, Rocky and Cynthia, Lynn and Jill, Tucker and Hope, Ruth, Our thoughts are with each of you! Layne was so special to each of you...Read More » ”
5 of 34 | Posted by: Ted and Phyllis Nye - Marshall, MI

“GRETA MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL ,LOVE YOUR FAMILY. YOU HAD WONDERFUL PARENT'S, AND GRAND PARENTS, SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER LAYNE, BUT HE...Read More » ”
6 of 34 | Posted by: verlie jean hamilton childers - MI

“May your memories bring you comfort in these trying times . ”
7 of 34 | Posted by: Mike Thomas - Saginaw, MI

“WE SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO LAYNE, WHAT A SHOCK,,,I CAN ALWAYS REMEMBER HE WAS ALWAYS SMILING ABOUT SOMETHING...FOR ALL THE TIME WE KNEW HIM.....Read More » ”
8 of 34 | Posted by: SUZIE LACEY - Battle Creek, MI

“I loved what he said about smiling and that may be the only one someone gets for the day. As a HS friend with Ruth I am happy they could share...Read More » ”
9 of 34 | Posted by: Cheryl Kronemeyer Tessier - SC

“Gretta and Ruth, We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. ”
10 of 34 | Posted by: Andy and Holly Zblewski - Albion, MI

“I am sorry to learn of the passing of Layne. I remember lots of fun times with Layne and the Newsome family. May Layne be resting in God's loving...Read More » ”
11 of 34 | Posted by: Martha Williams Bunde - Albion, MI

“To Ruth and to Layne's family. I knew Layne from his work at Courtesy Car & Truck. He was the MOST kindest and gentle man I have ever known. I...Read More » ”
12 of 34 | Posted by: Annette White - Tekonsha, MI

“my prays are with you all. my heart goes out to you all. so sorry to hear about your loss.I went to school with Layne. very sweet man. ”
13 of 34 | Posted by: kristin l johnson - battlecreek, MI

“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Greta. I pray that you are able to find comfort through your faith as well as friends and family...Read More » ”
14 of 34 | Posted by: Chris Ashley - albion, MI

“Our childhood friendship will always be treasured and your knack for knowing when a smile was just what a friend needed will be greatly missed. ”
15 of 34 | Posted by: John Plott - Bradenton, FL

“Rest in peace Layne. You will be missed in this world for a long time to come. God Bless ”
16 of 34 | Posted by: Michael Plott - Springfield, VA

“No words can express the pain of loss but Faith can lead you to peace knowing Layne has found the reward for a life well lived. I have been through...Read More » ”
17 of 34 | Posted by: john scovie - albion, MI

“To the Family of Layne Newsome we are so sorry for you're loss you are in our Prayers and Thoughts. may God bring you comfort in you're time of...Read More » ”
18 of 34 | Posted by: Billy & Sharon Turner - Albion, MI

“Layne & I went to school together.We were good friends back in the day. I have lots of great memories of our time together I will carry forever in my...Read More » ”
19 of 34 | Posted by: David & Teresa Lindsey - Albion, MI

“Greta and Families: My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in your memories! My...Read More » ”
20 of 34 | Posted by: Lisa (Wood) Johnson - Marshall, MI

“Greta I've been praying and just need you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Passing of loved ones is not an easy thing but clinging onto...Read More » ”
21 of 34 | Posted by: marcella minnich - waynesfield, OH

“Layne may you Rest In Peace. With deepest sympathy to Mom and the Newsome Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you! ”
22 of 34 | Posted by: Doug & Becky DeForest - VA

“It is heartbreaking on the loss of my uncle Layne at such a very young age, GOD has a plan for all of us...many times I do not understand, what helps...Read More » ”
23 of 34 | Posted by: Nicole Caudill - Springport, MI

“Sending our deepest sympathy. May your memories be with you always. Sincerely, Sandy and Ray ”
24 of 34 | Posted by: Ray and Sandra Courter - Albion, MI

“Newsome family, so sorry for your loss. Layne was such a kind-hearted soul. I have very dear memories from the times we shared together. He will...Read More » ”
25 of 34 | Posted by: Jodie Varner - Marshall, MI

“Rest in Peace Layne.. Thoughts of Comfort to Ruth & Layne's family ”
26 of 34 | Posted by: Lauri Hill Wood - Jackson, MI

“Greta and family...May God give you all, his strength and comfort, for each other at this sad time. Layne was a good man and will be missed by many,...Read More » ”
27 of 34 | Posted by: Jeff, Michele, Matt and Cameron Weaver - MI

“The Newsome family, So sorry for your lose, Layne was a wonderful, kind gentleman. He will be sadly missed by many people. The word "Gentleman"...Read More » ”
28 of 34 | Posted by: Marcia Diamond - Battle Creek, MI

“Layne, I will never forget the great times we had together. You will remain in my heart and thoughts all the days of my life. Deigo and I love you...Read More » ”
29 of 34 | Posted by: Ruth Tillar - Albion, MI

“Greta so sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Just remeber the good times you had with him. ”
30 of 34 | Posted by: martha stuart - battle creek, MI

“Greta and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories and strength from your faith. I will keep you all in my...Read More » ”
31 of 34 | Posted by: Kim (Wood) Sobel - Marshall, MI

“So, so sorry for your loss. Way to soon to lose a brother. We will always remember Layne. You are in our prayers. May you know the presence of the...Read More » ”
32 of 34 | Posted by: Gus & Janet Dickerson - Albion, MI

“My sympathies and prayers are with you all. May God's love flow over you and fill your hearts with peace and sweet memories of Layne. ”
33 of 34 | Posted by: Lorrie Hazel - Albion, MI

“Greta and family,so sorry for your loss. I know what a close family you are and hope you can take comfort in one another to help you through this...Read More » ”
34 of 34 | Posted by: Lana Wood - Marshall, MI

Layne Newsome, 50, of Albion, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2012, at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. Layne was born on May 18, 1961, in Marshall to Chester and Tilda (Damron) Newsome. He graduated from Marshall High School in 1979. Layne was working at Courtesy Car and Truck in Tekonsha when we started his long fight with Cancer. He adored is boss Jimmy Swain. Layne also enjoyed working on cars and body work with his brothers. Layne enjoyed long rides in the country, being in the corvette parades with Lynn and Tucker. He also enjoyed being in business with his brother Rocky, riding motorcycles with his brother Ricky, and vacations with his sister Greta. He enjoyed car shows, his classic cars camping and family get to gathers. Layne loved his whole family and spent the last two and half years with the love of his life Ruth Tillar and their furry four legged child Diego. Layne was proud of all his nieces and nephews, his "Little Guys" Hunter and Trevor Mann who he loved like his own grandkids, and spending time with his nephew Tucker. He was truly proud of his niece Hope Newsome who started her own business at the age of 12 Cookies for Cancer. She made 900 dozen cookies and sold them herself when she found out about Layne's cancer to help him pay his medical bills. Layne was a wonderful brother, boyfriend to Ruth, uncle, and friend. He was very brave, strong, and had a lot of courage during his life and his fight with cancer. Layne loved to smile and wave at all friends and strangers because he said, "It may be the only smile they get all day." This was something he learned from his mother. Layne will be missed by all and never be forgotten. Layne and his whole family are very grateful to Ruth Tillar for really loving and taking great care of Layne though all the good and hard times. The family is also very grateful for Pastor Earl Martin for Baptizing Layne at the Free Will Baptist Church of Albion. He is survived by the love of his life Ruth Tillar of Albion, sister Greta (Ron) Caudill of Albion, brothers Ricky (Dorothy Behl) Newsome of Albion, Rocky (Cynthia) Newsome, and Lynn (Jill) Newsome all of Marshall. He is also survived by his nephews, Aaron Newsome, Tucker Newsome, George Arnold, nieces, Nicole Caudill, Jessica Arnold, and Hope Newsome. Great nieces Dakodah and Baileigh Proteau, Zoey Butters, Lily and Nora Arnold, "The Little Guys" Hunter and Treavor Mann, his furry child Diego, God Daughter Kaite Anthony, Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will take place at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home on Sunday from 1-7pm with family present to greet friends from 1-3pm and 5-7pm. Funeral services celebrating his life will take place at 11am on Monday, February 27, 2012, at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services with Pastor Earl Martin officiating. A private interment will take place at the Newsome Family Cemetery in Kentucky at a later date. Family requests memorial contributions be made to the family, Oaklawn Hospice or to the Calhoun County Relay for Life. Assistance with memorials is available at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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My prayers and love go out to all of the family.

Posted by: Joshua Damron - Battle Creek, MI Mar 22, 2012

Our Prayer & Thoughts to each and everyone of you. Love Always, Les & Sheila Damron Williamsport,Tn.38487

Posted by: Sheila Damron - Williamsport, TN Mar 17, 2012

Dear Newsome family, I am deeply, deeply saddened to hear of Laynes' passing. I have many fond memories of Layne from high school and beyond. You truely had an amazing brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. I will always cherish Layne's good natured attitude. He will surely be missed. May God's healing presence be with you all during this very difficult time. God Bless.

Posted by: Garry & Chris Mees - Battle Creek, MI Mar 05, 2012

Sorry to hear of your loss. I just heard about this tonight. May God keep all of you strong!

Posted by: Marie Nelson - MI Mar 05, 2012

Gretta and Ron, Rocky and Cynthia, Lynn and Jill, Tucker and Hope, Ruth, Our thoughts are with each of you! Layne was so special to each of you in his own way..We know he will be missed very much by family and friends. Sincerely, Ted and Phyllis Nye

Posted by: Ted and Phyllis Nye - Marshall, MI Mar 03, 2012

GRETA MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL ,LOVE YOUR FAMILY. YOU HAD WONDERFUL PARENT'S, AND GRAND PARENTS, SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER LAYNE, BUT HE'S IN A BETTER PLACE, WHERE THERE'S JOY FOR EVER .PRAISE GOD FOR EVERY-THING...

Posted by: verlie jean hamilton childers - litchfield, MI Mar 01, 2012

May your memories bring you comfort in these trying times .

Posted by: Mike Thomas - Saginaw, MI Feb 28, 2012

WE SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO LAYNE, WHAT A SHOCK,,,I CAN ALWAYS REMEMBER HE WAS ALWAYS SMILING ABOUT SOMETHING...FOR ALL THE TIME WE KNEW HIM.. MAY HE REST IN PEACE,. AND GOD HAS A NEW ANGEL. WHO ALWAYS LIKED TO SMILE AND LAUGH...MAY GOD HOLD HIM IN HIS ARMS .AND WATCH OVER HIM,,,,,SUZIE LACEY, DANNIE LACEY, AND DUANE LACEY,,BATTLE CREEK,MICH./ MARSHALL MI...HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY...

Posted by: SUZIE LACEY - Battle Creek, MI Feb 28, 2012

I loved what he said about smiling and that may be the only one someone gets for the day. As a HS friend with Ruth I am happy they could share beautiful memories and experiences together. Blessings to the family.

Posted by: Cheryl Kronemeyer Tessier - N. Myrtle Beach, SC Feb 27, 2012

Gretta and Ruth, We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

Posted by: Andy and Holly Zblewski - Albion, MI Feb 27, 2012

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