John and I worked together from 1985-2001 on over 60 public offerings of debt securities totaling over $16 billion.  I was in Houston and the lead attorney representing the corporate issuers, and John was opposing counsel in New York representing the underwriters. Once, during a lengthy 6 hour conference call including due diligence and tedious negotiations on the prospectus and closing documents, he said, "You are the calmest attorney I've ever worked with."  I laughed and said, "I was just thinking the same thing about you!" Not only was his legal expertise extraordinary, but so was his graciousness.  Nathaniel Hawthorne (who happens to be a distant relative of ours) once said, "Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind." I knew John for 40 years. His knowledge and kindness are legendary, and he will always be remembered by those of us that knew and worked with  him.  May you continue to soar with eagles and rest in peace, dear friend. -- Paula G. Payne, Esq., Houston, Texas

I first met John at our club on the north shore of Long Island, The Creek in the 1990s. We enjoyed many rounds of golf and a few Southsides, together. Our families shared a beach cabana, which he liked to express as cabaña in Spanish. Over the years, he spoke of Laura and Alex exploring adventures and careers which were quite different from his legal training. This summer, a few of us Creek members will raise our southsides in tribute to a good friend.

My deepest condolences to Mr. Newman's family.  I have extremely warm memories of his kindness to me as a summer associate and throughout the time we overlapped at Sidley Austin Brown & Wood.  I will never forget the tenderness he showed to me when I had a medical episode early in my career as an associate.  John had the role as CPR or health liaison (I do not recall specifically) and he came down to help check on me.  His manner was calm and comforting, not something I would normally associate with such a high caliber partner.  I also fondly remember the time he hosted my summer class at his lovely home in Brooklyn Heights.  He is a true gem of a man.

John was my second cousin. 
I remember his grandfather Herbert with my Grandmother Page .....they would talk about growing up together at Hilton.......lots of stories and giggles.  
John welcomed me when I moved to Brooklyn and would contact me when he came back to visit.
Such a nice man.
Betsy Perkins Sargisson

John lived such a big life and touched so many people, it’s hard to know where to begin or what to say….  What stands out to me is that John had such a unique ability to connect with people from all walks of life.  

 I met John when I started working at Brown & Wood in 1977.  In typical John fashion, he introduced himself to me on my first day and told me I could come to him if I needed help with anything.  He may have regretted those words because for this 17 year old girl who knew nothing about anything and who was starting her first job, I was scared to death and this was a very welcomed offer.   John very quickly became my go to person and helped me adjust to life at a fast moving law firm.  Soon after I started work, John became the firm’s hiring partner and I worked in the recruiting department so we worked together more closely and we became friends.   During this time I got to know John as an intelligent, good, caring, honest, fair and sincere person.

John helped and supported me both personally and professionally throughout the years in so many ways.    I would not be the person I am today had I not met John.   He taught me so much about life and work, but most importantly, John taught me how to fairly and honestly deal with others with empathy, grace and compassion.  While John had a distinguished and impressive career as an attorney, his people skills were his true talent. 

Most recently, he faced his health issues head-on with strength and dignity and he was an inspiration in how he dealt with these problems.  

I know he left a lasting impression on everyone he met.   That 17 year old girl is now a 63 year old woman,  and I have met and worked with so many people, but I’ve never met another one like John.   I knew I could always count on him and that he always had my back.   I am proud, grateful and blessed to have had John in my life.  He truly was the real deal and the world is a darker place without him.   He will be missed!

John was my best and constant friend from high school through our college years and lasting over 64 years. I was welcomed by John's family and he was likewise cherished by my family. He was in my wedding and I attended his wedding.  I have such wonderful memories of all our times together that I hold dear. John was a loyal and caring friend and I miss him greatly. My sincere condolences to his daughter and son, his brother and sister, and especially to Maureen. Our high school yearbook labeled John "A Touch of Genius" and that was so true.

My best wishes to John's family.  I was a fraternity brother of John at Centre, and I always looked to seeing him at our class reunions.  He was a great student and an asset on our fraternity's intramural sports teams.  Two years ago I was able to see John for a couple of days while I was in Florida, and I am so glad I did.  Rest in peace, John.  Miss ya!
Dave Price

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John Holloway Newman

11 abril, 1944 – 27 abril, 2024

Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens

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