Howard Campbell Newsome

January 11th, 1930 - May 6th, 2014

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Live video feed will start at 11:00 A.M. Saturday May 14th, 2014. Click on Link below to watch Montage video. Howard Newsome Howard Campbell Newsome, 84 years old, passed away on May 6, 2014 in Melbourne, Florida, where he had lived since 2007, after moving from Cumberland, Rhode Island. Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island to Frederick Newsome and Elizabeth Campbell. He was survived by his sister, Inez Klockars of North Smithfield, Rhode Island. He was pre-deceased by his wife Gloria H. Welles, and his second wife Sheila M. Scarano. He and Gloria had three children together. Survived by two daughters, and one son. Deborah A. Piluri from Scottsdale, AZ, Cheryl L. King from Melbourne, FL, and David H. Newsome from Flower Mound, TX. Also, one daughter -in-law, Marissa Newsome of TX., two son-in-laws, Dennis Piluri of Scottsdale, AZ., and Michael King of Melbourne, Fl. Two grandsons, Dagan and Tristan in TX., two granddaughters, Kristin and Stacey in AZ ,and two great-grandsons, Sam and Seth in AZ. He served in the Korean War on the USS Conway Destroyer Escort,DDE507. In 2005, he was presented the All Stars Award from Woonsocket High School for his football playing in 1946. In years past, he was the President at the Buttonwoods Campground Association, where our family spent our summers in Warwick, Rhode Island. He worked for over 40 years for Honeywell, Inc.in Boston, MA., where he was in sales, service and management. He was awarded the prestigious Lund Award in 1990 from the Honeywell Industrial, Automation and Control Division. After semi-retiring, he continued to work part time for Industronics in South Windsor, CT. When he did retire, he was named by us all the " President of the Home Office ". He also served on the Board of Directors for The Villas of Suntree, HOA., where he lived and worked diligently serving his community. He loved golf, music and socializing with family and friends. He was an active member of the Suntree United Methodist Church in Melbourne. Many local residents in Melbourne, knew my Dad as the man who would ask you " Do Chickens have Lips ? and maybe, even called you " Banana" !. A Memorial Service will be on June 14, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Suntree United Methodist Church at 7400 N. Wickham Road in Melbourne, Fl. 32940. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Congregational Care at the Suntree United Methodist Church, or the charity of your own choice. You may sign Howard's [email protected] and a webcasting of the service will be broadcast over this site for 30 days following the service.

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May 09, 2014 at 12:00 AM

You will be missed in the Villa's Howie!Peace and God's love to your family.Our Prayers are with you,From the Hensler Family

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June 10, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Howie was one of my best friendsI new him for over seventy yearsWorked with him at Honeywell,tenof witch he was my direct Boss.Best one I ever had !! I miss him very much allready!He called me Sherbert at times -I would not let anyone else do it..That was Howie.I willsee him in heaven.

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June 10, 2014 at 12:00 AM

My thoughts and prayers are with Howards family! And yes he called me Banana. I worked for Scott and Mark and Thought that Howard was Great! I am so SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!!! He is such a wonderful person!

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May 12, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Howie, I will keep the memories of working for you at Honeywell always, you will be missed. Rest in peace.

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June 09, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Howie was a tremendous man who made a difference in the lives of so many people. I can't thank him enough for his contributions to my family and my Mother. He was a sweet man with a giant heart. Selfless, generous and hilarious. He will be missed by many...Matt Scarano

Published June 8th, 2024

June 13, 2014 at 12:00 AM

We are very sad to learn of Howie's passing. He was a good neighbor, a good friend, and a very nice man. We will remember him fondly and keep him in our hearts and in our prayers. Our condolences to Debbie, Cheryl, and Dave and your families.

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July 13, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Dear Cheryl, David, Deb and families, My sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. I think of him often, especially the many fun times we had at Buttonwoods. I will always remember him carrying us across Baker's Creek and catching minnows on the way back. So many wonderful memories - I know you have so many more. I wish everyone well and apologize for my delay in sending this to you. We are thinking of you and your families at this difficult time. Mom also sends her condolences to you all. Miss you all, Holly

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May 09, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Howie you will be truly missed. I will treasure your friendship and all the advice you have given me. Rest in peace my friend.

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June 13, 2014 at 12:00 AM

I just wanted to say that for most of my life starting down in Buttonwoods I was called Banana. Howie was a great guy who gave both my mom and dad and my family lots of joy it was our pleasure to meet such a good and kind man. I will truly miss our times together at the holidays,he always made me laugh. Cheryl,Deborah and David and family,Howie Will be in our prayers. Dennis,Kim,Eric,Samantha,Melissa

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June 17, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Howard you will be missed and thought of often. My heart goes out to the family, Cheryl, he was a fantastic person and touched the lives of many, no one could ever forgot him. Truly a VERY SPECIAL person, and I am HONORED to have known him and to know you as well. Hugs and Kisses! Selynda

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June 12, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Dave,My family's condolences on the passing of your father. May he rest in peace and be comforted by the Lord's embrace. Mike Forrest

Published June 8th, 2024

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