Richard Thomas Newton

Ravenwood, MO - Richard Thomas Newton, 62, of Ravenwood, passed from this life on Friday, October 23, 2009 at his home.

He was born on May 27, 1947 in Easton, PA, he was the son of the late Richard Newton & Miriam (Smith) Allen.

He retired from the Maryville Treatment Center where he worked as a Correctional Officer.

He is survived by two daughters; Kim Cousin, Topeka, KS; and Jacqueline West, Maryville; and five grandchildren Jazlyn Cousin, Talina West, Alexis West, Rachel West, and Damien West.

Preceded in death by his wife Robin Newton, who passed away in 2007, his father, and sister, Virginia Jones.

Mr. Newton has been cremated under the trusted care of the Danfelt Funeral Home.

Memorial Services will be held at 4:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at the Danfelt Funeral Home, 951 S. Main ST., Maryville, MO 64468 with the Rev. Paul McKim, Officiating. There will be no viewing or visitation. Memorial donations may be made to the family or the American Cancer Society.

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