John Grant Newman, a lifelong resident of the Echota area of Niagara Falls, died on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at home while receiving care from Niagara Hospice. He was 90. He was born in this city on November 30, 1924, the son of Robert and Margaret (Jones) Newman. Attending local schools, he was a graduate of the former LaSalle Jr./ Sr. High School.
John enlisted in the US Navy in December of 1942 and was trained as an Aviation Machinist. He was honorably discharged February 9, 1946, receiving the Victory Medal, the American Campaign, the Good Conduct Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Medal.
After his service in the United States Navy, John furthered his education and graduated from Niagara University with a degree in accounting. His whole working career was with the Union Carbide/Elkem Metals Company. He enjoyed a long retirement of 24 years.
A very active man, he loved the outdoors, fishing and family trips to Allegany State Park. John was an athlete in high school and continued his love of sports through his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He attended as many of their school events as possible. He was a member of the WWII Navy Scouting Squadrons Association. He was an avid Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills fan. John, himself was inducted to the Old Timers Hall of Fame in 2003. He will be missed for his keen sense of humor, kind heart, the love and devotion to his family. For fun, he enjoyed drawing caricatures.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Kathleen G. (Collier) Newman; three daughters, Priscilla Dolling (late Robert) of North Tonawanda, Barbara Hogan (late Patrick) of Wheatfield and Jill Downie (Brian) of Wheatfield; ten grandchildren, Keith Dolling (Jill), Kristin Human (Greg), Heather Pawlukovich (Phillip), Stacey Markovich (Brian), Erin Hogan, Ashley Baxter (Michael), Branden, Garrett, Kyle and Kelsey Downie; ten great-grandchildren, Phillip, Maddison, Isabella, Alexandria Pawlukovich, Logan and Heidi Dolling, Noah and Landon Human and Neven and Reinier Markovich. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Baker.
Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 6-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.
John enlisted in the US Navy in December of 1942 and was trained as an Aviation Machinist. He was honorably discharged February 9, 1946, receiving the Victory Medal, the American Campaign, the Good Conduct Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Medal.
After his service in the United States Navy, John furthered his education and graduated from Niagara University with a degree in accounting. His whole working career was with the Union Carbide/Elkem Metals Company. He enjoyed a long retirement of 24 years.
A very active man, he loved the outdoors, fishing and family trips to Allegany State Park. John was an athlete in high school and continued his love of sports through his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He attended as many of their school events as possible. He was a member of the WWII Navy Scouting Squadrons Association. He was an avid Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills fan. John, himself was inducted to the Old Timers Hall of Fame in 2003. He will be missed for his keen sense of humor, kind heart, the love and devotion to his family. For fun, he enjoyed drawing caricatures.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Kathleen G. (Collier) Newman; three daughters, Priscilla Dolling (late Robert) of North Tonawanda, Barbara Hogan (late Patrick) of Wheatfield and Jill Downie (Brian) of Wheatfield; ten grandchildren, Keith Dolling (Jill), Kristin Human (Greg), Heather Pawlukovich (Phillip), Stacey Markovich (Brian), Erin Hogan, Ashley Baxter (Michael), Branden, Garrett, Kyle and Kelsey Downie; ten great-grandchildren, Phillip, Maddison, Isabella, Alexandria Pawlukovich, Logan and Heidi Dolling, Noah and Landon Human and Neven and Reinier Markovich. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Baker.
Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 6-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.
John Grant Newman, a lifelong resident of the Echota area of Niagara Falls, died on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at home while receiving care from Niagara Hospice. He was 90. He was born in this city on November 30, 1924, the son of Robert and Margaret (Jones) Newman. Attending local schools, he was a graduate of the former LaSalle Jr./ Sr. High School.
John enlisted in the US Navy in December of 1942 and was trained as an Aviation Machinist. He was honorably discharged February 9, 1946, receiving the Victory Medal, the American Campaign, the Good Conduct Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Medal.
After his service in the United States Navy, John furthered his education and graduated from Niagara University with a degree in accounting. His whole working career was with the Union Carbide/Elkem Metals Company. He enjoyed a long retirement of 24 years.
A very active man, he loved the outdoors, fishing and family trips to Allegany State Park. John was an athlete in high school and continued his love of sports through his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He attended as many of their school events as possible. He was a member of the WWII Navy Scouting Squadrons Association. He was an avid Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills fan. John, himself was inducted to the Old Timers Hall of Fame in 2003. He will be missed for his keen sense of humor, kind heart, the love and devotion to his family. For fun, he enjoyed drawing caricatures.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Kathleen G. (Collier) Newman; three daughters, Priscilla Dolling (late Robert) of North Tonawanda, Barbara Hogan (late Patrick) of Wheatfield and Jill Downie (Brian) of Wheatfield; ten grandchildren, Keith Dolling (Jill), Kristin Human (Greg), Heather Pawlukovich (Phillip), Stacey Markovich (Brian), Erin Hogan, Ashley Baxter (Michael), Branden, Garrett, Kyle and Kelsey Downie; ten great-grandchildren, Phillip, Maddison, Isabella, Alexandria Pawlukovich, Logan and Heidi Dolling, Noah and Landon Human and Neven and Reinier Markovich. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Baker.
Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 6-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.
John enlisted in the US Navy in December of 1942 and was trained as an Aviation Machinist. He was honorably discharged February 9, 1946, receiving the Victory Medal, the American Campaign, the Good Conduct Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Medal.
After his service in the United States Navy, John furthered his education and graduated from Niagara University with a degree in accounting. His whole working career was with the Union Carbide/Elkem Metals Company. He enjoyed a long retirement of 24 years.
A very active man, he loved the outdoors, fishing and family trips to Allegany State Park. John was an athlete in high school and continued his love of sports through his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He attended as many of their school events as possible. He was a member of the WWII Navy Scouting Squadrons Association. He was an avid Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills fan. John, himself was inducted to the Old Timers Hall of Fame in 2003. He will be missed for his keen sense of humor, kind heart, the love and devotion to his family. For fun, he enjoyed drawing caricatures.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Kathleen G. (Collier) Newman; three daughters, Priscilla Dolling (late Robert) of North Tonawanda, Barbara Hogan (late Patrick) of Wheatfield and Jill Downie (Brian) of Wheatfield; ten grandchildren, Keith Dolling (Jill), Kristin Human (Greg), Heather Pawlukovich (Phillip), Stacey Markovich (Brian), Erin Hogan, Ashley Baxter (Michael), Branden, Garrett, Kyle and Kelsey Downie; ten great-grandchildren, Phillip, Maddison, Isabella, Alexandria Pawlukovich, Logan and Heidi Dolling, Noah and Landon Human and Neven and Reinier Markovich. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Baker.
Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 6-9 PM in the LANE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8622 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be made to Niagara Hospice, Inc., 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094.
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