J. Newton

J.R. (James) Newton, age 71, 10194 Woodland Trail, Tomahawk, died unexpectedly on Monday, March 25, 2013 at Ministry St. Clare's Hospital in Weston. J.R. was born January 22, 1942 in Illinois, the son of Albert and Ann Newton. He married Rebecca 'Becky' Karr on October 5, 2002 in Merrill. J.R. received his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from I.I.T. in 1964. He was a broker-realtor for the past 26 years for various companies, and was currently employed with Vacationland Properties in Tomahawk. He enjoyed watching and feeding birds, boating, fishing, nature, and being with his family - especially his grandchildren. Survivors include: Wife, Becky Newton, Tomahawk Mother, Ann Newton, Wausau Daughters, Kim (Jim) Gara, Brookfield, Illinois, Pam (Bret) Kooi, Lockport, Illinois, Sandy Pothast, Brookfield, Illinois Brother, Albert (Lynn) Newton, Georgia J.R. is further survived by six grandchildren - Brianne (Jesse) Nicholson, Garret Kooi, Elissa Pothast, Emily Gara, Paige Kooi, and Matt Gara, and two step granddaughters - Jennifer Gara and Christen (Drew) Hornung. He was preceded in death by his father - Albert, and a sister - Marilyn Suelzer. Visitation for J.R. Newton will be held on Friday, March 29, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the Krueger Family Funeral Home in Tomahawk. Burial will be in the spring at Greenwood Cemetery in Tomahawk. Memorials are appreciated to: Wounded Warrior Project 4899 Belfort Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256