John Reavis Newbern

John R. Newbern Sr.-66

Of Valdosta passed away Saturday, September 6, 2008 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born March 18, 1942 in Clinch County, GA to the late Julian and Keron Smith Newbern.
Mr. Newbern was a truck driver by trade and a member of Azalea Lodge # 716, Hasan Shriners and was Pentecostal by faith. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a Sister Lillian Wilson, and 3 brothers George Newbern, Oscar Newbern, and Theo Newbern

Survivors include

Wife Barbara Newbern Valdosta, GA

Daughters & Sons-in-Laws Tammy & Frank Blanton Valdosta, GA
Rita Brantley Valdosta, GA
Charlotte & Roger Thomas Manor, GA

Sons John R "Buddy" Newbern, Jr. Homerville, Ga
Edwin "Pee-Wee" Newbern Homerville, GA

7 Grandchildren 10 Great Grandchildren 1 Great Great Grandchildren

4 Sisters Myrtle Williams Barney, GA
Ruth Williams Valdosta, GA
Catherine & Chuck Malone Valdosta, GA
Vonnell & Larry Tomlinson Lenoir, TN

Brother Charles & Myra Newbern Valdosta, GA

A Number of Nieces and Nephews

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at 2:00 PM. in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial following in Riverview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends this evening from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Hospice of South Georgia 2263 Pineview Drive, Valdosta, GA 31602


Music Funeral Services, Valdosta is serving the Newbern Family