Leoda Madge Newsom

LONGVIEW -- Services for Leoda Madge Newsom, 94, of Longview, were held Jan. 22 at Reeder-Davis Chapel. Burial followed at Friendship Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs. Mrs. Newsom was welcomed home by her Savior on Jan. 18. We have a great sense of joy knowing Leoda is in the presence of the Lord whom she served faithfully for so many years. Mrs. Newsom was born Sept. 14, 1923 in Clarksville, to Alfred and Anna Whitt. The beloved matriarch of her family, Leoda quietly led by example, loving unconditionally, speaking truth and kindness to those who sought her advice, and modeling true grace. She met life’s obstacles with humble determination and faith of God, inspiring those who knew her. Even in later days when few things interested her, you would still find her with her Bible open to a favorite passage. Mrs. Newsom was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie (Jack) Newsom; parents; three sisters; and a multitude of friends. She is survived by her sons, Gary Newsom of Henderson, NV, Joe Newsom and wife Denise of Daingerfield, Johnny Newsom of Baytown; and daughter, Janelle Hudgins and husband Danny of Granbury. She was a loved Granny to 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Online guest book may be signed at www.reeder-davis.com