Birth date: Jun 26, 1944 Death date: Sep 16, 2025
Newton Clarke Benham III, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully passed away on September 16, 2025, at the age of 81, in Longview, Texas. Born on June 26, 1944, in Dallas, Texas, Newton lived a life full of passio Read Obituary
Thank you, Uncle Newt, for all your encouragement and solid 'life' advice. You never stopped believing I could turn my life around. I hope you knew that your confidence in me made a great deal of difference. Who knew the same man that dressed up as Santa Claus for Christmas was also an amazing life coach. You will be missed.
Newt was my brother-in-law and one of the funniest, hard-working, kind and generous men I have ever met. He loved his wife, children and church beyond measure. He helped take care of his mom until her death and 'Chipper' could always make her laugh through her pain. It was an honor to know Newt and he will not be soon forgotten. See you on the other side, brother.
I will miss you, Uncle Newt. My favorite memory of you is helping me cover up the head of my prom date with the head of Kirk Cameron. Looked near perfect. I will miss your jokes, tricks, but mostly your passion for Jesus. Thanks for always loving me and then loving my husband and son. I will see you again.
Newton Benham, my big brother, was an amazing man with a heart that knew no bounds when it came to caring for and helping his fellow man. His love and generosity absolutely knew no bounds. Before he reached his teenage years, he saved his younger sister Bonnie who had gotten caught up in a riptide on the Texas coast. Newt loved playing tricks on Bonnie, but she definitely returned as much as she got. He loved fireworks and would chase his younger siblings relentlessly with sparklers. Dad taught Newt all about guns and turned him into an avid hunter. He and my little brother Steven had a wonderfully close relationship and enjoyed hunting together for years.
Newt went full-bore on any subject he was interested in. His God, his wife and his children and grandchildren all being a very strong number one.
We will miss you, my brother.
I think Vince Gill said it best: Go rest high on that mountain. Your work on earth is done. Go to Heaven a-shount’n love for the Father and the Son.
I can't thank Newt and Marcy enough for raising my son Michael. God could not have picked out a better couple. Their love, kindness, understanding Michael's whole life was immeasurable. I was so blessed to have met them both before their passing. They made my heart whole. I will love them both forever. Linda
Brother Newt was one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. I only knew him at the latter end of his time here on earth, but it’s an honor to have been his friend and sister in Christ. He served as a great example of life as a follower of Christ. He was an eager scholar of God’s Word, never had an unkind word about anyone, and had a great sense of humor. We’re sad to see him go, but I feel certain he is very happy in the presence of our Lord and Savior. Raven and little Miss Alice, I’ll think of enjoying seeing you at church when I think of him – he loved you so! You can be proud of his legacy. Your entire family is being prayed for as you go through this time.
Nila Nelson
To know him was to love him! The most kind, loving and faithful man I’ve ever known. So proud to call him my great friend. Always looked forward to seeing him at church. His gentle voice and his walk with Christ was evident in everything he said and done. He will be missed by many. We have the comfort and peace knowing he’s in the arms of Jesus in his eternal home.
Praying for strength and peace to all of his family and friends.
Until we meet again.
Love,
Kim Boyd
9-20-25
