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Buck Newton

April 14, 1937 - June 12, 2019
Memorial
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 |
Sunday 6/16, 1:30 pm

Norris Smith “Buck” Newton, 82, passed away on June 12, 2019, in Anderson, SC, after a long illness.

Buck was born in Greenville, SC, on April 14, 1937, son of Norris H. and Lillie Mae Newton.

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Chastain Newton; three sons and their spouses, Dr. David Newton and Rev. Karen Kagiyama of Carrollton, GA, Glen Newton of Mountain View, SC, and Stephen and Alison Newton of Anderson, SC; and two grandchildren, Kelcy Hannah Newton of Seattle, WA, and Rachel Caroline Newton of Carrollton, GA. He is also survived by his brother, Harold Mays Newton, of Covington, GA, and his family.

Buck graduated from Berea High School in 1955 and from the Citadel in 1959 with a degree in Civil Engineering.

While at the Citadel, Buck worked with Southern Railway, and after graduation, he remained with the company, where he advanced to the position of trainmaster. In 1964, he was employed by Daniel Construction Company as a project manager before moving to Yeargin Construction Company in 1972.

In 1974, Buck joined Morris "Nick" Nichols in starting Argo Construction Company, where he served as Vice-President until his retirement.

For many years, Buck was an active member of Berea Friendship United Methodist Church, where he served as Administrative Board Chair, Building Committee Chair, and other leadership roles.

While residing in Anderson, Buck attended New Covenant Church and served as an ambassador at Brookdale Senior Living Community.

He enjoyed fishing, trips to Lake Hartwell and Harbor Island, and spending time with his family.

A service of remembrance will be held on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. A reception with the family will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to New Covenant Church (ncchurch.net) or Berea Friendship United Methodist Church (bereafriendshipumc.com).

Memorial
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 | Map
Sunday 6/16, 1:30 pm

Norris Smith “Buck” Newton, 82, passed away on June 12, 2019, in Anderson, SC, after a long illness. Buck was born in Greenville, SC, on April 14, 1937, son of Norris H. and Lillie Mae Newton. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Chastain Newton; three sons and their spouses, Dr. David Newton and Rev.Continue Reading

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JL left a message on June 18, 2019:
My sincere condolences of the loss of your dear love one, know that our Heavenly father is there to Comfort and Soothed you through this difficult time...Psalms 94:19
Kelly & Frank Pearce left a message on June 17, 2019:
So sorry for your loss, David. May God give you peace and comfort in the coming days.
George Cumbus left a message on June 17, 2019:
Charlotte and the Newton family - I just learned of Buck's passing today and so sorry I did not get to attend the funeral yesterday. Buck was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet, and a '59 classmate of mine at The Citadel. In fact we worked together our senior year on our Engineering Sr Class project.
I know Buck will be missed, and personally I and a few other classmates will miss taking him to lunch every so often while he was living at Brookdale. It was a joy fo get together and share old times with him.
Please know that we will be praying for you and all the family as you go thru this time of grief and sorrow.
Lori Oates left a message on June 14, 2019:
Buck was one of the most sweet, kind hearted men I have ever met. He was so helpful to us all. My heart is so heavy because he is gone, however I am so happy that he is with Our Lord and Savior and is free from pain. I will always remember him sitting in the rocking chair on the porch and our talks we had. Love you much Buck
Lori Oates
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Steve, our deepest heartfelt condolences are extended to you & your family in the loss of your Dad! May God give you comfort and peace as you grieve this tremendous loss. Much love & prayers, Anderson Regional Airport staff

Alan Kahn left a message on June 14, 2019:
Glen and Charlotte and the Buck Newton family:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss. Buck was a wonderful man and was a very important person to all of us at Argo and M B Kahn and we are very sorry to learn of his passing. We are thinking of you at this sad time.
Alan Kahn
William and Nancy left a message on June 13, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God bless each of you with comfort and peace.
Sylvia Taylor Mckinney left a message on June 13, 2019:
I was sad to read about Bucky's passing.  We called him Bucky at BHS.  I graduated in 1955 with him. He was always a fun person to be around. Please tell his brother, Harold how sorry I am to hear of his passing.  With deepest sympathy, Sylvia Taylor McKinney.
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