Thomas E. Newton

Thomas E. Newton, 79, of Martin, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 12, 2022. He was born in Clay Center, Ohio on February 24, 1942, the son of Elmer K. and Melva Jane (Chambers) Newton. He graduated from Woodmore High School in 1960. Tom married Donna J. (Planck) at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Blackberry Corners on September 18, 1998.

Tom was a lifelong farmer and a truck driver for many years. He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener.  Tom also relished time spent with friends and family, especially at his fish fries.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Donna Newton, sons; David (Shelley) Newton, Daniel (Marilenn) Newton, daughter; Dawn Finch, seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, sisters; Genevieve (Terry) Atwater and Judith (Daniel) Lajti. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Melva Jane Newton and sister, Murrette Row.

Visitation for Tom will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022, from 2-8pm at the Robinson-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, 501 West St., Genoa, Ohio. Private services will be held later with interment to be in the Allen Township Cemetery, Williston, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be directed to Promedica Hospice, 907 W. State Street, Fremont, Ohio 43420. Online condolences may be shared at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com.

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