Jack A. Newman

Jack A. Newman, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2014, surrounded by his family. Together with Marjorie "Jean" Newman, his wife of 67 years, Jack was the father of 8 children, and was blessed with 30 grandchildren and 44 great grandchildren.

Jack was known for his great dedication to God, expressed through loving devotion to his wife, his family, and the Catholic Church. He was an inspiring leader; he was faithful in prayer; and he brought his own unique brand of humor to every family gathering.

He was not only an exceptional family man, he was also an Army veteran, athlete, and had a distinguished 50-year career in financial services. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II, and excelled in sports that included tennis, boxing, and golf. As a young man, he won a city-wide tennis tournament, and in retirement, he was proud of a "hole in one" at Brookridge Country Club. He served in sales management with the investment management division of American Express, rising to the position of Regional Manager.

Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie "Jean", his brother, Charles, and his sister, Charlotte. He leaves his sister, Lillian, and his brothers, Don and Dick, as well as his sons and daughters: Dave (Ann), Overland Park; Jack Jr. (Kathy), Leawood; Bill (Nonie), Mission Hills; Mary (Steve) Schowengerdt, Mission; Mike (Diana), Shawnee; Jim, Atlanta; Sue (David) Kidd, Austin; Tom, Olathe; and all those precious grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Visitation is Friday, October 10th at noon, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:30 pm both at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 11300 W. 103rd, Overland Park, KS 66214. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas Foundation or Kansas Special Olympics. The family extends a special note of thanks and appreciation to the staff of Continua Hospice, who provided Jack with such compassionate and loving care.