DOUGLAS WILLIAM NEWTON

BRANDON — Douglas William Newton, age 72, passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, Sept. 6, 2024, at his home in Brandon.

Doug was born in Middlebury on May 16, 1952. He was the son of Philip and June (Narabone) Newton. He grew up in East Middlebury and Bristol where he received his education. There wasn’t anything that he couldn’t fix. He was an excellent mechanic and enjoyed working on cars, especially classic cars. He was a family man — a provider and protector. He had a heart of gold and would give you the shirt off his back. If you did not know Doug, then you were really missing out.

He is survived by his wife, Mary (Pfenning) Newton of Brandon, whom he married in Forest Dale on Sept. 11, 1982; two daughters, Molly Newton and Michelle Laughlin both of Brandon; four sons, Wayne and Barry Newton both of Brandon, Anthony Newton of Rutland and Jay Lanza of Sudbury, who he loved as his own; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Bradley Newton of Pittsford and Dean Newton of Leicester; two sisters, Lorrie Palin of Orange and Mary Newton of Forest Dale. His paternal Uncle Bill and his maternal Aunt Philly, both of Salisbury, and several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive him.

He was predeceased by his parents; four brothers, Bradley, Patrick, David, and Jeff Newton, and one sister; Kelly Newton.

A private graveside committal service and burial will take place, at a later date.

A celebration of life will be held on Sept. 22 from noon-2 p.m. at the VFW on Exchange Street in Middlebury. All are welcome. Doug loved all things horsepower. We encourage everyone to respectfully drive their classic cars, hot rods, and motorcycles to this event!!

Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made, in his memory to the Allie Mae Foundation, 22 Rossiter Street, Brandon, Vt. or the Allie Mae Foundation account at Heritage Family Credit Union.

Arrangements by Miller & Ketcham of Brandon. ◊