Gene Newman

gene newman
Gene Lee, 65 years young, decided he'd had enough, and joined other family at the great Scotch Distillery in the sky. On July 17, 2015, the pearly gates opened to the golden pond where he and his best pal (his dad) are no doubt catching unlimited walleye (much to mother's chagrin, who will have to clean them). The eldest of six kids, Gene took it upon himself to be the champion of the Newman Clan. Born to Maynard and Gloria (Rude) Newman on April 16, 1950 in Minot, ND, he lived an idyllic childhood where he steadfastly ruled over siblings Lynn (Ginger), Glen (Susan), Steven (Robin), Gail (Walter), and Roger (Kim). From sandlot baseball to tobogganing; fishing and cavorting; and just plain hell-raising, Gene and his posse of brothers and cousins reigned over the south side of Minot with great intensity and vigor - to all their mom's dismay. The (not really) Good, the (sometimes) Bad, the (not so) Ugly came along beginning in 1970 with golden boy David Lee, the apple of his pop's eyes until the starling darlings, Michelle Lynn and Cathaline Jean (aka Pete and Re-Pete) stole his thunder in 1972. Unconditionally, Gene adored his twin girls (even though he could never identify the two) and cherished his son - and even with bone-headed mistakes and incredibly misguided mishaps, he lived and died for his kids. Gene conquered the roads of the United States as a Transportation Expert (good times as an over the road truck driver) and was exceedingly proud of his perfect driving record. As a roadworthy and adventuresome bunch, the motley Newman Crew enjoyed years of excursions with their dad. Like Willy, Waylon and the boys, Gene and his kids loved their time together, and whether they were riding the truck to destinations unknown, or fishing the great lakes of North Dakota, Montana, or Minnesota, they stuck like glue - and cherished their time together as a family. With True Grit, Gene found his family expanded with the additions of Brenna, Raichael and Reed (David & Becky); Jordan & Kodi (Michelle & Kevin); Derek, Rory, Chance, & Zach (Cathy & Jaime). Great times were had with the Band of Brothers (and Sisters) that included his children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Like his mom and dad before, he saw his family as a true reflection of his life and was proud to say they were part of his Clan. As he rides off into the sunset, his family bids him adieu with great love, admiration, and sadness. We love you dad, grandpa, uncle, and brother. Happy Trails, Gene - till we meet again.   Private Family Services were held Monday, July 20, 2015

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  1. Hello Cathy & Sons,

    My sincere condolences for the loss of your rock. Hoping your treasured memories
    bring you comfort day by day. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Angela

  2. I am so sorry for your loss; I enjoyed working with Gene in transportation industry! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  3. I am so saddened by this news. Thinking of you all and sending Love and Hugs to everyone. Am remembering great cousin memories 🙂

  4. I worked with Gene at J5 .He was easy to work with and always did a great job. He was a great dispatcher because he had been a driver also. So he knew what it took to get the job done.I am sure he will be missed greatly.

  5. Gene worked with my husband and he was an amazing man! He always had a smile and love to talk about his family and always fishing! Great guy who will be miss! Love you Gene!

  6. I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Gene in Mandan. He was a good friend and co worker. I went fishing with him a few times and he was always so much fun to be around. I only wish I had stayed in touch with him after I left Mandan and I truly feel very sad that he is gone. I have thought of him many times over the years and have so many great memories of my times with Gene.


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