Thomas
A.
Newport
Obituary
Thomas Allen Newport, 76, of Fort Wayne, passed away on September 2, 2020. Tom was the son of the late Frank and Geraldine Newport. He attended Saint Pete and Queen of Angels grade schools and graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1962. Tom retired from International Harvester (Navistar), although this did not fully define Tom’s professional career. Tom was a skilled carpenter and a licensed General Contractor who plied his trade for more than fifty years. Tom was always quick to offer his help for any projects his family or friends would need. He also loved to golf, play euchre, fish, and garden.
Tom first met the love of his life, Mary Lou Brown, in the 8th grade and was married to her for almost 57 years. He is survived by her, his sons Jeff (Ann) Newport and Mark (Monica Schmieman) Newport, daughter Angie Withered, seven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Jerry (Caroline) Newport and Jim (Elaine) Newport, and sister-in-law Lou Ann Newport. He was preceded in death by his brother Bob Newport and sister Betty (Dave) Mullin.
Memorial Mass will be 10:30 am, Monday, September 14, 2020 at Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Rd with calling one hour prior. Visitation will be held Sunday, September 13, 2020, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Indiana Chapter.
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So sorry for the loss of cousin Tom….We wish we could have expressed our condolences in person …..May the Lord be with Tom …….
Bill and Diana Wiedenhoeft………
My warm sympathy and prayers are with you, Mary Lou, and all of Tom’s family. His thoughtfulness in being at the 100th birthday of my mom, Elizabeth, will always be remembered. May the wonderful memories you cherish be comforting and everlasting, knowing that in time God will lessen the ache in your heart. .
My deepest condolences to you Mary Lou. I believe my last contact with you and Tom was in the 8th grade at Queen of Angels school. You must have many fond memories of your life with Tom to comfort you going forward. My prayers are with you.
Love:
Carlos Torres, Bill Stevens, Robin Wise, Kent & Dianne Oberlin
Our deepest condolences Mary Lou to you and your family. You are surely in our thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Mike and Donna Packnett