James Newton Obituary (1947 - 2023) - Greeneville, Tennessee

James Martin Newton, age 75 of Greeneville, passed away on Sunday October 8th, 2023 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Born on Dec. 27, 1947 in San Angelo, TX. Preceded in death by his parents, and 2 sisters and his grandson Lorenzo Chafee from Washington. Jim is survived by his loving wife Anita Newton, who has stood by him for 45 yrs. as an unwavering beacon of love and support. His life was a testament to the power of love and the strength of the human spirit. He was a Vietnam Veteran who not only loved and served his country but also Loved and served his Lord Jesus the Christ. Survived by Jim is his son Jimmy Newton, daughters Brandee Hickman, Misty Erickson and son-in law Matthew Erickson, Amber Emmette and son-in-law Russell Emmette all of Greeneville, TN and estranged daughter Shannon Vargas of Tracy , CA. Grandson's Joshua Burton, Gary David Massey, Aaron Burton and Hayden Newton, granddaughters Haylee Asbury her husband Dustin Asbury, Kristina Morgan and her husband Jonathan Morgan and Chealsey Emmette. Great grandchildren, Caden Boughers, his brother Oliver Burton, Jaelee Mae Briggs and Jasper Briggs and their sister Harper Asbury.Gracelynn and Kaden Chafee, his loving niece Michelle Moore and her husband Kenny Moore and son Stephen. Nephew Jason Beck and niece Kim Beck whom he loved very much. All of his church family and friends. Jim loved the Lord Jesus the Christ with all his heart. He was a part of "Laborers for Christ Ministry" and will be greatly missed by all. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Thoughts and memories may be shared with the family at www.jeffersmortuary.com