Nathan Newman

Nathan Newman, 67, of Meadville passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023 at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family.

He was born July 6, 1955 in Abington, PA, a son of Samuel Ford and Alice Newman.

Nate was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving from 1974 to 1975.  He worked in the construction industry.  He loved music, his harmonica and microphone, and especially being around family and friends.

Survivors include his long-time partner, Karen Garlington; three sons, Nathaniel Boone, Corry Butts, and Ronald Garlington; a daughter, Keshia Butts (Antonio Deseignoria), six brothers, Mitchell Newman, Michael Newman, Ralph Newman (Sharon), Jerry Newman, Sherman Ford, and William Ford; a sister, Natalie Johnson; a host of grandchildren including Tasmiere Butts (Michael Fisher), Keira Frederick (Gilbert Byrd), Keshiyah Pope, and Nateyana Boone; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Charles Newman; and a sister, Charlotte Newman.

Nate’s cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the ROBERT W. WAID FUNERAL HOME, 581 CHESTNUT ST., MEADVILLE where memories and condolences may be shared at www.waidfuneralhome.net