Sylvester Newton Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Sylvester Newton (Opelika, Alabama), born in Bradley, Arkansas, who passed away on February 9, 2025, at the age of 80, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Sylvester leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He is survived by: his wife Mozell Newton of Loachapoka, AL; his daughter Lisa Newton Quinn (Ronald) of Tuskegee, AL; his grandchildren, JoAnn C. Quinn of Fayetteville, NC, Alexandria H. Quinn of Tuskegee, AL, Candi Marshall of Dallas, TX, Jerami Wilkins of Monticello, AR and Kristal Wilkins of Little Rock, AR; and his sisters, Renell Hatch of Chicago, IL, Marvie Trotter of Chicago, IL and Bernice Hampton of Fordyce, AR. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Viewing was held on Wednesday, February 19th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. A funeral service was held on Thursday, February 20th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Harris Funeral Home Chapel (515 S 6th St, Opelika, AL 36801).
