In loving memory of

Donald "Steve" Newman
January 26, 1944 - November 26, 2012

Donald "Steve" Newman, 68, of Mt. Pleasant, IA, died Monday, November 26, 2012, at the New London Nursing and Rehab Center. Visitation will begin after noon on Friday, November 30, 2012, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. that evening. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 1st at the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Courtney officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Hospice of Central Iowa Care Services Wish Program or the New London Nursing and Rehab Center. On-line condolences may be directed to www.olsonpowell.com. Born January 26, 1944, in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Donald Stephen was the son of Donald Worth and Eleanor Ann (Hannum) Newman. A lifelong resident of Mt. Pleasant, Steve attended school in the Mt. Pleasant Community Schools and graduated from high school in 1962. On February 2, 1964, he married Janice "Jan" Miller at the Trinity Methodist Church in Mt. Union, Iowa. Steve worked as a maintenance supervisor at Crane Manufacturing in Washington, IA for 19 years. More recently he worked as a water superintendent at Mt. Pleasant Utilities. After 20 years in this position, he retired in 2008. An avid coon hunter, Steve belonged to the Skunk River Coon Hunters Association, the United Kennel Club, and the Southeast Iowa Pidgeon Association. An avid musician, he enjoyed all kinds of music and played bass and rhythm guitar in the Cimmarons. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family. Survivors include his wife, Jan, of Mt. Pleasant; two daughters, Victoria (Mark) Messer of Mt. Pleasant, and Shelly Kegmann of Winfield, IA; one son, Don (Pam) Newman of Riverside, IA; 8 grandchildren, Bryce, Lucas and Kalli Messer, Amy and Chelsie Kegmann, Matt Zachmeyer, and Meghan and Sarah Newman; a great-granddaughter, Abi Zachmeyer; two brothers, Dick (Kathy) Newman of Brighton, IA, and Bob (Sheila) Newman of Mt. Pleasant, IA; and two sisters, Martha Lee and Phyllis (Billy) Davis all of Mt. Pleasant, IA. Preceding Steve in death are his parents; and a sister, Trudy McGuire.

Tributes

Kat - November 30, 2012 at 03:.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Steve. He was a great man and will be missed by many. Each of us send our thoughts and prayers to you all. Dr. Zielinski, Kat, Diane"

Jim Daniels - November 29, 201.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Our condolences to his family. From reading some of the memorials he left behind many a good memory that will never be forgotten. God's Speed Jim&Glenda Daniels"

Larry cook & family - November.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Very sorry to hear that Steve has passed. We had a lot of good times togeather in the woods with our dogs, pool turnaments, and other things. Just a lot of great memories to hang on to.Loved them chickens.Steve was a great guy and good friend. Rest in peace with God Steve.Janet you and the kids will be in our thoughts and prayers. Larry Cook & Boys"

Traci, Haley and Holly Williams wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"To Jan, we will keep you in prayer and constant vigil in this great time of mourn. May you Vicki, Shelly and Don find strenghth from one another to share the wonderful stories that Steve left you. I truly loved how excited Matt would get when it was time for the pigeon shows and the time when Grandpa Steve thought Matt was old enough to be by himself for collection to those shows. We always loved going out the the home and to pick up Matt and make a breif visit. You and Steve made us all feel welcome and we truly thank you for your kindness! Me, Haley and Holly will truly miss him, prayers and best regards, Traci Williams"

Tia - November 28, 2012 at 07:.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Steve will be fondly remembered and missed."

Ed and Donna Roberts - Novembe.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"We are sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Ed worked with Steve for over a decade at the Mt. Pleasant Utilities. There are many terrific memories of those years; too many to mention here. Donna had the kids in classes at MPCHS. Many good memories there, also. Our prayers are with you all at this time."

Vickie Cain - November 28, 201.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Steve, I hope Angels have horns ( The ones that you honk!!!) I'll miss you going by and honking your horn!!!! Good memories were made at Saddles that we won't forget.Seems like you and Jerry were always trying to get in trouble up there!!!! You'll be missed dearly!!!! Thoughts and Prayers to Janice and family!!!!"

Bob Shepherd - November 27, 20.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Sorry to hear about Steve, Thoughts and prayers to family!"

Ed & Sharon Christner - Novemb.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"So many fond memories of Steve from days of long ago when we were all young and enjoying our coon dogs. Always a smile on his face, and a joke in his heart. Blessed journey, Steve!"

Mic Haight - November 27, 2012.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Very sorry to hear the news. Although I've been away from the area for decades, I fondly recall many visits with Steve when we were both children. I recall he & I had great times with a pony & swimming in a pond nearby. My sincere condolences for your loss. Mic"

Mike Tobin - November 26, 2012.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Sorry to hear about Steve, My prayers are with the family, take care and God Bless!"

Yvonne Vorhies - November 26, .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Janice and family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. A big thank you to Vicki for keeping me posted about Steve. He is a great man and to be admired my many. Love you Janny and family."