Troy Edward Newsome, aged 99, of New Boston, went to be with our Lord at SOMC Hospice on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Born in Scioto County on July 14, 1926, he was the beloved son of William and Rebecca (Amburgey) Newsome. Troy was a man of Baptist faith and a proud veteran who served in the Army Air Force during World War II. He was a dedicated member of the James Irwin Post 622 in Minford, a Kentucky Colonel, and a 32nd degree Mason at the Lucasville Masonic Lodge and Temple. Troy was a cherished member of his community, known for his love of woodworking and NASCAR. He was a ‘Mighty Minford Falcon’ and retired from the New Boston Coke Plant after 44 and a half years of dedicated service.
He is survived by his daughter, Toni (Vonald) Patrick of New Boston; granddaughter, Ragen Gillotte of New Boston; great-granddaughter, Draden Gillotte of New Boston; sister-in-law, Marilyn Newsome, and nephew, Ed Newsome.
Troy was preceded in death by his loving wife of 76 years, Audrey Bishop Newsome, his parents William and Rebecca Newsome, his brother Cebert, sister Thelma, an infant brother, nieces Carol Newsome Burnheimer, Robin Newsome Jones, and Tonda Shump Butler, as well as his sister and brother-in-law, Darlene and Harry Bishop.
“A special order in to God would not have given a better father. Thank you daddy for being such a great man. Knowing when to say yes and when to say no. When to hold on and when to let go. I love you dad.”
A graveside service will be scheduled in the spring at Scioto Burial Park. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to D.W. Swick & Son, Funeral and Cremation Services in Sciotoville. Troy will be remembered as a wonderful father and a great man; he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Online condolences may be shared to the family at DWSwickFuneralHome.com