Helen Marie Newman, 90, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020 in a local hospital. Mrs. Newman was born February 15, 1930 in Texarkana, AR. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Texarkana, AR. Helen loved volunteering at Opportunities, Inc. She was a wonderful mother and as well as cook and loved preparing her southern specialties for her family and friends. Helen also loved traveling and cruising with friends. Most of all she loved and appreciated all of her wonderful friends through the good times and the bad.
She was preceded in death by her husband William Newman; two sons William R. Newman and Charles E. Newman.
Survived by one daughter-in-law and husband Donna Newman and John Baetzel of Mokena, II. Plus one cousin and brother.
Private services will be conducted by East Funeral Home-Downtown.
Memorials may be made to Opportunities, Inc.; 6101 N. Stateline, Texarkana, TX. 75501 or First Presbyterian Church, 516 Pecan Street, Texarkana, AR. 71854.
Condolences may be made to www.eastfuneralhomes.com