Leslie Bryan Newsome

Born March 16, 1960 to parents Andy Lee Newsome and Estalene (Ricker) Newsome.

Les was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Estalene. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Karen Kai (Irizarry) Newsome, children Bryan Jeremy, Joshua Shane, and Andrew Luis Newsome; and LOVED to be Big Papa to his four granddaughters; Lillyanne, Melody, Eloise, and Genevieve Newsome. He is also survived by his father Andy Lee Newsome, brother Kevin Lee Newsome, sisters in law Leslie K Newsome and Sharon Irizarry; brothers in law Rich Irizarry and Mike Irizarry, nephews Allan Irizarry and Devon Newsome (Nyle) and a great nephew, Caerwyn. He leaves behind scores of aunts, uncles, and cousins that he adored.

Les had a lifelong love for God, his family, his country and all things Elvis! A musician from the age of nine, he played multiple instruments, including the trombone (his favorite), trumpet, coronet, baritone, bass and acoustic guitar. He loved to encourage young musicians.

Les never met a stranger. He had a big heart, had a kind spirit, always checking on older folks and family. He was loved by many, and cherished by his family. Earth is lonelier without him, but how full Heaven has become.

Rest now, beloved. Until we meet again.

Visitation will be held at 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm on November 14, 2023 at Arch L Heady at Resthaven Funeral Home, 4400 Bardstown Road Louisville, Kentucky 40218. Memorial service will be held at a later date at Soul’s Harbor Ministries 7117 Briscoe Lane Louisville, Kentucky 40228

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.archlheadyresthaven.com for the Newsome family.