Newell - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Opal Newell-Alderman

myzee — 2009-11-07 19:14:32Z

I know this person. May I ask who you are before I say?

Need info on BENJAMIN NEWELL 1813-1853

AngelaFisher2009 — 2009-11-03 19:02:14Z

I am having trouble finding any information on Benjamin Newell 1813-1853,

husband of:
Ann Davis 1820- ,

father of:
Wylie Buker Newell 3-1-1860 new sharon, me-11-9-1916 farmington, me

grandfather of:
Alton A.
Dalton B.
Hazel L.
Chester L.
Alfred L.
Perley B.
all of maine. anyone with ANY information please contact me either here or angela_fisher@msn.com. Thanks for your help...Angela

Re: Elsie Newell b.1910/20s?

Merice46 — 2009-11-03 18:23:12Z

Hi,
Too many birth regs. for Elsie Newell.We would need more info.Sorry.

Regards

Sandra

Elsie Newell b.1910/20s?

mrsnewell — 2009-11-03 10:28:09Z

I'm searching for info on this person. I have no details other than her being in Bucks in 1940, possibly without family knowing. Not thought to be local to area

Newell DNA Project

JamesTNewell — 2009-10-28 13:41:14Z

Well I finally broke down and ordered a DNA kit. I have been researching the Newells across the Southeastern USA, especially those that claim North Carolina roots, for nigh on 35+ years. I have been brickwalled at James Newell born c1795 NC and apparently resided in Mecklenburg Co., NC where he met and married Sarah Boyd (born 1807) a resident Mecklenburger for at least from 1810-1820+ where she is easily identified on the 1810 census and from notes in Robert Boyd's (c1781 NC) Family Bible.

One small clue that I have is that my Dad (6/6/1914 AL) would pass for a twin of Paul William Newell (9/16/1918 MS) whose ancestry tracks back to Francis Newell (c1727) who came to Mecklenburg Co. in 1766 from Pennsylvania. However, there is only one known son of Francis that I've been able to find and that leads to the aforementioned Paul Newell family whose ancestors arrived in Pontotoc Co., MS in 1842. My James Newell ancestor arrived in Tuscaloosa Co., AL in 1830 and there is no known crossing or mixing of these two groups. My Dad and Paul would be exact 5th generation descendants of contemporary ancestors, i.e., either the same person, brothers, or 1st cousins, etc., who may have lived in Mecklenburg or environs.

During my research I have compiled an immense Newell database of Newells in NC, SC, TN, GA, AL, MS and others and would be happy to share my info with fellow researchers. I am looking for "a few good men" who might be willing to join the Newell DNA project. Go to "http://www.worldfamilies.net/surnames/newell/" for more info. Many warm regards, Jim Newell

P.S.: Help!

Re: Newells of VA(WV), OH, IA, MO-Andrew, Abigail, Rachel, Elizabeth

lisaredelm — 2009-10-22 15:38:22Z

Hello, I am related to the newell's. Please contact me
lisa

Warren NEWELL d. 1896

xd22577 — 2009-10-21 03:02:43Z

Fredonia Censor
Chautauqua County, NY
11 November 1896

DIED

In this village Nov. 4th 1896 after a long illness Warren NEWELL, aged 70 years, 6 mos, and 4 days.
Mr. NEWELL was born in Sheridan where he lived until five years ago when he moved to Fredonia. His wife died here four years ago and he leaves only one son Wilfred W. who occupied with him the home on East Main St.

Walter Newell to Kansas

JamesTNewell — 2009-10-17 16:06:08Z

Erica - I'm replying here because somehow I can't respond to the Ancestry email: At the moment I have no clue as to why Walter would have immigrated to Kansas. There may have been some family kin who went before him, or he may have come across some opportunity to acquire land. Since my lines do not connect to these folks, I've done no additional research on them and only checked them to help answer Michelle's questions. I haven't tried to confirm it, but Walter had an older brother William and I did see a William from Wales in the same general vicinity. It would need further research. Walter was on several Kansas State censuses; 1905, 1915, etc. Regards, Jim N.

Re: Newells in Llanwnog and Llanllwchaiarn

JamesTNewell — 2009-10-16 20:15:56Z

Erica, Michele has probably gotten with you by now but just in case:
Walter immigrated to the U.S. in 1874. He and his family are on the 1900 Jefferson Co., KS at Ozawkie #48. I didn't look for him in 1880 so not sure where he was then. Regards, Jim N.

Re: Newells in Llanwnog and Llanllwchaiarn

ericajwilliams_1 — 2009-10-16 14:53:55Z

Hallo Jim,

I heard from Michelle a couple of days ago and I think we definitely have a match as I had Walter in my tree and could not find him after 1871 ... seems he was in Kansas. Thanks for connecting us.

Erica

Re: Newells in Llanwnog and Llanllwchaiarn

JamesTNewell — 2009-10-13 17:55:28Z

Hey, Erica - by strange coincidence I just finished checking this line (two days ago) for Michelle Newell and while doing so also saw your Ancestry post. I mentioned that I would give you Michelle's email address if she wished but she has not yet replied. Michelle is granddaughter of Charles C. (c1879 KS) => Nephi B. (c1899 KS) => Walter (Nov 1855 Wales) => Joseph (c1818 Llanllwchaiam, Wales) => Joseph (c1796 Wales). Hopefully you two can connect. I'm not related but DNA tests seems to pinpoint my family origins in the N. Irish area. Incidentally, any male Newells in your line would like to participate in the Newell DNA Project? Regards, Jim N.

Re: Newells in Llanwnog and Llanllwchaiarn

MichelleNewell83 — 2009-10-12 17:54:33Z

Hello! Joseph Newell is my 3X Great Grandfather. My Father is Mitchell, his Father is Charles, and HIS Father is Nephi, and Nephi's Father is Joseph's son Walter. Wheew! I've only started researching my family, and already it's overwhelming! =) If I come across anything significant I will def. let you know! Take Care! =)

john henry newell, ontario, irish links

kev0312 — 2009-10-11 22:27:06Z

Hi iam looking to get information on my newell lineage and have been searching back.

My grt g-father was John Basil Newell, born 1892ish. He married in Liverpool in 1916 to a Bessie Isabel Stone. They moved to somewhere around Perth or Brockville area.

They separated ?? in 1921 and she returned to Liverpool. My grt grt g-father was a John Henry Newell.

They have links to Ireland, and moved out during the famine around 1850s.

Does this link in with anyones family.

Hope so.
Cheers
Kev

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

drm1942 — 2009-10-09 14:15:00Z

That is correct Ben. Your markers would only apply to the Smith lineage and the general ancestral lands from which they came. Regards, Jim Newell (jjnewell 'at' nehp 'dot' net).

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

bmsmith_2 — 2009-10-09 13:34:08Z

Hey Jim -

It's Ben again. Your deduction was correct!

I have taken a 33-marker test, but I'm afraid that it wouldn't serve your purposes, since I descend from the Newells on my Mom's side, not my Dad's. Am I correct?

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

NancyMS1129 — 2009-10-09 05:51:50Z

Oopsss sorry about that. Loe was married to Ethel Mae Cooper and Wesley was his father, I think is how it goes. Wesley Newell and Nancy Ingram would be my great grandparents.

More DNA info

JamesTNewell — 2009-10-09 04:18:35Z

Nancy -- it appears that if one joins the Newell DNA Project, the the 37-marker test is $149. They also offer a 25-marker for $124, and the 12-marker for $99. --Jim.

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

JamesTNewell — 2009-10-09 04:12:45Z

Nancy - I can't find your family in my data base. I have several Wesley's - none married to and Ethel Mae. The only Ethel Mae I find is wife of Lonath "Loe" Newell. Would you mind filling me in on your lineage? Regards, Jim N.

Re: Warren Newell in Talbot Co., GA 1850. 1860 & ?

LRutledge5322 — 2009-08-11 13:46:39Z

Almost 5 years later :-) Warren and his family shows up on the 1880 census in Bell Co., TX

Re: Newell family history

ConnieHicks79 — 2009-09-06 15:29:36Z

Christeen, Newell is my mother side of the family. My Uncle Charlie her brother was glad to know I had found Wille's family. I have others surnames to I have Evans i don't know if they are the same family or not.

Re: Newell's

jslindop — 2009-09-01 17:28:54Z

So good to hear from you! I am a grandaughter of Ross Wade Newell; my last trip to Newellton was in '99. Saw my friend Helen burnside Kifer. I'll let you know if we plan another trip from Kentucky. joan starr lindop

William Thrift Newell

Whssuper — 2009-08-02 16:44:47Z

I was wondering if anyone knows what name of wife for John Newell is? On his draft card he said it was Laura Newell, but on the Family Trees online they are showing Lydia Ann. Can anyone answer this question for me?

Correction: James Newell & Mary White Scituate Mass - children

geneol1212 — 2009-07-25 01:07:07Z

To correct my previous post: It was the Newell cousins, not brothers, who married the Parlin sisters.

Levi Newell, Jr. married Sibyl Parlin. Levi Newell, Jr. was the son of Levi Newell & Ruth Burbank.

Caleb Newell married Phebe Parlin. Caleb Newell was the son of James Newell, Jr. & Jane Burbank.

James Newell and Levi Newell were the sons of James Newell & Abigail Nichols. Ruth Burbank & Jane Burbank were the daughters of John Burbank & Elizabeth Tower.

Does anyone know who were the parents of Susanna Battles who married Danie Newell? There were several marriages between the Burbank & Battles families. I was wondering if Susanna was a niece or cousin of Jane & Ruth.

Re: James Newell & Mary White Scituate Mass - children

geneol1212 — 2009-07-23 00:24:19Z

Oops! Made an error there. Caleb Newell did marry Phebe Parlin sister of Sibyl Parlin who married Levi Newell. But their husbands were not brothers, more likely cousins at least maternally if not paternally. Caleb was the son of James Newell, Jr. and Jane Burbank, while Levi was the son of Levi Newell and Ruth Burbank. Jane & Ruth were sisters, the daughters of John Burbank & Elizabeth Tower. And possibly their husbands James Jr. & Levi Sr. were brothers, as James Newell who married Abigail Nichols had sons, James & Levi.

Newell DNA Project

JamesTNewell — 2009-09-03 17:10:09Z

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

JamesTNewell — 2009-10-09 04:04:43Z

Nancy -- I'm trying to "learn-up" about the DNA science. For the Newell DNA Project, it would have to be a male Newell descendant. They have what is called; 12-marker, 37-marker, and 67-marker tests. The higher the marker, the more absolute the kinship can be determined. It seems that the "best" for approximate kinship is the 37-marker test. I just checked and they have increased the price for the 37-marker test to $169 (the 12-marker is $119). They are occasionally "on sale" for lower prices. The 12-marker test just kind of identifies the areas that one's family may have been residing approx. 2000 years ago. But it does identify the "haplotype" which can trace the general migration/movement of the ancestral groups. The Newell Project has very few participants at the moment. Usually as more join in some make "donations to the kitty" to help pay for others. I'm still learning. Regards, Jim

Re: Warren Newell in Talbot Co., GA 1850. 1860 & ?

JamesTNewell — 2009-08-19 16:35:56Z

Hey Larry -- Warren and Mary seem to disappear after that 1880 Bell Co., TX census. The only other family member that I've been able to track is their youngest Ned Benjamin. Ben and Florence were in Day Co., OK in 1900 and then Florence shows up in 1910 Roger Mills Co., OK as head of household, marked married but no spouse listed. Then she is still there in 1920 as "widowed" head of household. Ben disappears after 1900 - don't know if he is deceased. There is a Ben with approx. same stats showing up in 1920 Custer Co., MT labeled "single" and a stableman for a remount depot - don't know if he's military or civilian. Main reason I followed this family was to distinguish their son "Lee" from another "Lee" of same approx. age in my family group that were also in OK at the same time. Regards, Jim N.

Re: Newell's of Downham Cambridgeshire

dlnec11 — 2009-08-05 23:12:14Z

Yes Harry was my great uncle and the twin brother of my grandfather Walter. Do you have any more information about hem.

NEWELL Charles T and Mildred L

t42MountOlivet — 2009-08-22 13:22:25Z

NEWELL Charles T and Mildred L

I photographed this gravestone in the Mount Olivet Cemetery, Fort Worth, Tarrant Co., Texas. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records. This is one of the 205,999 cemetery photos free at http://teafor2.com

If you know more about this person please reply here instead of contacting me because this is most likely not my family.

Joseph, David, Silas Newell Hoosick NY

doneilltx — 2009-08-31 11:16:52Z

I am researching the Newell family that lived in Hoosick NY on the 1790 US Federal Census. Silas Newell (son of either Joseph or David) was born in 1783 in CT, married Judith Potter in Hoosick NY about 1802. Silas, Judith and 2 young children moved to what they called Newell's Settlement in Wyoming county NY - later renamed Middlebury. I have very little information on the family prior to 1809. Any assistance is appreciated. Diane

Silas Newell & Judith Potter Hoosick NY

doneilltx — 2009-08-17 11:26:03Z

Silas Newell son of David Newell was born in CT 1783. By 1790 the David Newell family including Silas relocated to Hoosick NY. Silas married Judith Potter and relocated to Middlebury Wyoming county NY in 1809 and settled "Newell's Settlement. I am unable to confirm relationships on this side of the Newell family. Is there anyone out there that could assist me with piecing this family together. How does one obtain a marriage document from 1800-1809?
Diane

Re: Looking for info on Albert and Mary Barnard Newell/Albert died 1900 in Pa.

mick1980 — 2009-07-31 17:19:08Z

Dont know!

Re: Looking for info on Albert and Mary Barnard Newell/Albert died 1900 in Pa.

mick1980 — 2009-07-31 17:18:29Z

Wendy.nice photos.Iv'e visited penfield also.Do you have any additional info?email me at........yankee54@comcast.net

Regards,Mike

Newell's of Islington & Edmonton, England 1820 -1910

suzmitchell1 — 2009-09-07 11:09:43Z

Looking for any information on Alexander John Newell born apprx 1864/5. Married to Elizabeth Annie Aylott in 1889 oct/nov/dec in Islington. They had 13 children. My grandfather Charles Henry Richard Newell was the youngest. Born at 95 Chesnut Road, Edmonton, Middlesex on 14 Dec 1910.

Alexander had 3 brothers, Joseph (1869?) Alfred (1871) and Charles (1878)

During the 1871 census Alexander was living with his father Alex at 9 Bishop Street, Lambeth, London. Alex senior was 43 years old during the this census

I would appreciate any help in locating any records for Alex senior, his wife, as yet unknown, and the brothers.

Thank you very much.

Susanne Mitchell

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

NancyMS1129 — 2009-10-08 15:18:12Z

Hey Jim. I wish I could get my brother to do it but he probably wouldn't have the money to do it. I have 4 boys, would that be too far off in the line? How much does it cost to have it done?

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

NancyMS1129 — 2009-10-08 15:12:59Z

I am from Ala's line. My mother was the daughter of Wesley & Ethel May

Hulda Bell Newell

tabbi0729 — 2009-07-31 18:18:56Z

Looking for decendants of my great great grandmother Hulda Bell Newll . She was born on June 21st 1901. Parents were Lloyd Newell and Bertha thats all I know about her parents. I believe she was born in Maryland ??? She was married to Frank Arthur Dwyer. Her daughter Virginia Louise Dwyer Senig Yates was my great grandmother .My grandmother is Tanya Paulette Senig , senig is maiden name. Hulda , Frank and Virginia lived in lancaster ohio and were buried in maple grove cemetery in lancaster ohio

if you have any information please contact me through the thread or at tabbi_0729@yahoo.com

Re: William Thrift Newell

npschutz — 2009-08-07 17:19:12Z

The John Newell that I have as son of Hugh Newell had three wives. The first was Rachel Edie and she died in childbirth, and her baby did not live. The second was Lydia Ann Edie and she was the mother of all the kids. The third wife was a lovingly remembered stepmother, Joanna Hastings Frazier, who taught the kids at home there in Hancock County West Virginia.

James Gordon NEWELL d. 1819

xd22577 — 2009-08-20 23:51:09Z

The Indianapolis Star
Wednesday, May 26, 1819

HOOSIER SOLDIER OF FORTUNE KILLED ON FIELD IN BELGIUM
South Bend, In., May 25. - James Gordon NEWELL, 24 years old, a soldier of fortune and a native of South Bend, was killed at Langemarch, Belgium, April 22, according to information received here today. He went to the war as a member of the first Canadian contingent, being among the first American soldiers to enlist.

Newell Family : Centre County Pa.

DeborahSwift — 2009-07-29 14:59:46Z

If you have any information or connection please reply to jerry-swift@yahoo.com
Thank you.
Deborah Newell-Swift
Ohio

Re: Looking for info on Albert and Mary Barnard Newell/Albert died 1900 in Pa.

DeborahSwift — 2009-07-29 14:56:11Z

my e-mail is jerry_swift@yahoo.com

Hello. Are your Newells related to the Centre Co Pa. Newells?
Thank You, Deborah Newell-Swift

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

drm1942 — 2009-10-08 14:55:09Z

Thanks for the kind words. I think I've deduced that you are Benjamin from your email code. I am James T. Newell (Jim Newell) and "drm1942" is my Ancestry code. I have finally opted for the DNA testing and would love to have some male Newell descendants from Ala's line to join in. It would be great to see if their is an actual genetic link between Ala and my James Newell ancestor. That may be the only resource we have left. Then if we could just find those elusive NC ancestors. Regards, Jim N.

Re: Newell's

chasew621 — 2009-08-17 01:02:44Z

hello my name brenda chase washington, i am from newellton. my grandfather john chase's brother is buried in =the newell cementary out on newell ridge road he worked for the newll family and they requested that he buried in the cementary. i live not to far from this cementary. my uncle james went and took pictures of the grave site and also cleaned around the grave.

Re: Wesley Newell in Alabama 1850's - 1900's

bmsmith_2 — 2009-10-08 14:20:40Z

1) drm1942, I want to thank you for the time and effort you've put into your James Newell report. It has been an immense help to me as I've researched my mom's (Carolyn Anne Newell's) line. Without it, I'd be doing a lot more head scratching.

2) I'm interested in Ala/Ailey/Alvey Newell as well. As a matter of fact, I just visited my grandaddy, Malone Newell, in Mantachie, MS about a month ago, and we made a trip to Old Bethel Cemetery, where we saw Nancy Whitaker's (Ala's wife's) grave as well as several other Newells'. I'd love to connect with anyone researching Ala and his kin.

Re: Looking for info on Albert and Mary Barnard Newell/Albert died 1900 in Pa.

WendyDavis136 — 2009-07-30 23:54:35Z

I am also a relative and posted photos of the headstones on www.findagrave.com of Albert and Mary Newell
Thanks for sharing the info on Mary Barnard. I am interested also on Albert's ancestors.
Wendy

Newell

JIWelsch — 2009-08-26 15:11:38Z

COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa -- Lewis Hugh Newell, 90, Columbus Junction, died Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2003, at the Colonial Manor Care Center, Columbus Junction.

Services were 11 a.m. today at the Stacy-Lewis Funeral Home, Columbus Junction. The Rev. Ralph Draper will officiate. Pallbearers are Susan Foster, Ramona Wink, Steven Arteaga, Adam Faler, Brenna Hamrick, Eben Faler, Adrienne McFarland-Nippoldt, Joel McFarland and Elyssa McFarland. Burial will be at the Indian Creek Cemetery.

Mr. Newell was born July 8, 1913, in rural Columbus Junction, the son of Hugh R. and Sarah M. Shellabarger Newell. He married Mary Evelyn West July 11, 1933, in Illinois.

He farmed in the Concord Township his entire life and was a member of the Pleasant Grove Community Church. He was the Columbus Community School Board president for 20 years. He was a member of the Farm Bureau Board and the Columbus State Bank Board for several years.

He enjoyed wood-working.

Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Sharon Arteaga and husband Al of Panama City, Fla., Mary Paulding and husband Tom of Hillsboro, Ill., Melody Evans and husband Dennis of West Amana and Christine McFarland and husband Tom of Columbus Junction; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Herbert Newell and wife Mildred and Russell Newell and wife Gloria, all of Columbus Junction; a sister, Marjorie Gerdes and husband Jack of Boise, Idaho; and a special friend, Ranvir Singh and wife Usha of Colorado.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Tamara; and twin sisters.
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COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa -- Thomas Herbert 'Herb' Newell, 94, Columbus Junction, died Saturday, Sept. 18, 2004, at Colonial Manor Care Center, Columbus Junction.

Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the Stacy-Lewis Funeral Home, Columbus Junction. The Rev. Ralph Draper will officiate. Burial will be at Indian Creek Cemetery.

Mr. Newell was born on Sept. 26, 1909, in Concord Township near Columbus Junction, the son of Hugh Robson and Sarah Matilda Shellabarger Newell. He married Mildred Mary Hill on March 3, 1932, in Columbus Junction.

He was a farmer all of his life in the Columbus Junction area and in 1959 he was selected by the 'Wallaces Farmer' as an Iowa Master Farmer. He was also a member of Pleasant Grove Community Church.

Survivors include his wife; a son, Noel Thomas Newell and wife, Wanda, of Windsor Heights; a daughter, Marianne Hunt and husband, Roger, of rural Columbus Junction; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Joy McKillip of Muscatine; a brother, Russell Newell and wife, Gloria, of Columbus Junction; and a sister, Marjorie Gerdes and husband, Jack, of Boise, Idaho.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Joe; and a brother, Lewis Newell.
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COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa -- Mary Evelyn Newell, 88, Columbus Junction, died Friday, Oct. 22 , 2004, at Colonial Manor Care Center, Columbus Junction.

Kyle Soukup officiated the services. Casket bearers were Susan Foster, Ramona Wink, Steven Arteaga, Adam Faler, Brenna Hamrick, Eben Faler, Adrienne McFarland-Nippoldt, Joel McFarland and Elyssa McFarland. Burial was at Indian Creek Cemetery. After the burial, a time of food and fellowship was held at Pleasant Grove Church.

Mrs. Newell was born March 16, 1916, in Letts, the daughter of Edgar and Mary E. Bryant West. She married Lewis Newell July 11, 1933, in Illinois.

She was a homemaker and member of Pleasant Grove Community Church. She was a 4-H Leader and an officer for the Louisa County Women's Farm Bureau. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting and cooking, but most of all, she dearly loved to spend time with her family and her many friends.

Survivors include four daughters, Sharon Arteaga and husband Al of Panama City, Fla., Mary Frances Paulding and husband Tom of Hillsboro, Ill., Melody Evans and husband Dennis of West Amana and Christine McFarland and husband Tom of Columbus Junction; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Ranvir Singh and wife Usha of Colorado.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, a daughter, Tamara; and four brothers, Lee, Leonard, Bennett and Clifford.
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COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa -- Mildred Mary Newell, 96, Columbus Junction, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, at Colonial Manor Care Center, Columbus Junction.

The Rev. Ralph Draper will officiate the services. Burial will be at Indian Creek Cemetery.

The Stacy-Lewis Funeral Home, Columbus Junction, is in charge of the arrangements. A memorial has been established at the funeral home.

Mrs. Newell was born July 24, 1908, in Columbus Junction, the daughter of Leslie Carnes and Stella Isabelle Siverly Hill. She married Thomas 'Herbert' Newell March 3, 1932, in Columbus Junction. He preceded her in death in September 2004.

She was a farmer's wife and homemaker all of her life in the Columbus Junction area. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Community Church and a long time Sunday school teacher. She was also a member of Indian Creek Community Club, Ladies Aide Society and was a Gray Lady through the Red Cross. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include a son, Noel Thomas Newell and wife, Wanda, of Windsor Heights; a daughter, Marianne Hunt and husband, Roger, of rural Columbus Junction; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Joy McKillip of Muscatine; a brother-in-law, Russell Newell and wife, Gloria, of Columbus Junction; and a sister-in-law, Marjorie Gerdes and husband, Jack, of Boise, Idaho.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a son, Joe Newell; and three sisters, Carol Morgan, Lula Buffington and Marilyn Budeslich.
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COLUMBUS JUNCTION, Iowa -- Russell R. Newell, 84, Columbus Junction, died Monday, Oct. 10, 2005, at his home.

The Rev. David Cone will officiate the services. Casket bearers are Tom Lahl, Noel Newell, Brian Newell, Lyle Shellabarger, Steven A. Sents, Roger Hunt, Matthew Hunt, Tom McFarland and James Hafner.

Memorials may be made to the Columbus Community Public Library, the Louisa County Historical Society or to the Columbus Community Heritage Center, former site of Columbus Junction Public Library.

Mr. Newell was born Aug. 23, 1921, in Louisa County, the son of Hugh Robson and Sarah Matilda Shellabarger Newell. He married Margaret Carper on Dec. 10, 1946, in Denver, Colo. She preceded him in death Nov. 6, 1984. He later married Gloria Hafner on April 21, 1990, in Benton, Ark.

He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving as a flight instructor and participating in the aerial mapping of Brazil. He achieved the rank of lieutenant colonel.

He was a graduate of the University of Denver Law School and worked as an attorney in the Columbus Junction area for more than 50 years. He was a member of the Columbus Community Club, the Louisa County Zoning Commission, the Board of Directors for the Colonial Manor Care Center of Columbus Junction and a founding member of the Louisa County Historical Society. He took an avid interest in purchasing farm ground in Louisa County and was an active supporter of the Democratic Party, serving as a local caucus representative at both the county and state levels. In his free time, he enjoyed reading poetry, especially selections by Rudyard Kipling.

Survivors include his wife, Gloria of Columbus Junction; a son, Michael R. Newell and wife Julie of Benton; a daughter, Sara L. Newell M.D. and husband the Rev. David Cone of Tulsa, Okla.; four granddaughters, Elizabeth, Alexandria, Christina and Margaret; a great-granddaughter, Jade; and a sister, Marjorie Gerdts of Boise, Idaho.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Margaret; and two brothers, Herbert and Lewis Newell.

Re: Newell family history

Carolina747 — 2009-09-01 00:02:52Z

I am Annie Christeen Newell. My e-mail has changed to izzybell8909@yahoo.com. Willie F Newell,Sr mar Gerusha Ann Wynn, Felix Newell mar Louisa J Valentine, Josiah Newell mar Mary _____. Parents of Louisa J Valentine are: William Parker Valintine & Elizabeth (Betsy) Richardson. Willie is my gfather, Felix is my ggfather, Josiah is my gggfather.

Re: Newell family history

Carolina747 — 2009-08-31 21:55:54Z

To the person who sent me an e-mail on Felix Newell. My e-mail has changed to izzybell8909@yahoo.com. I'm sorry I have not replied before now, my computer died. I'm up and running again. Thank you for your time and help.

Re: Newell DNA Project

MichelleNewell83 — 2009-09-24 04:45:36Z

Hello! =) My name is Michelle Newell. I found a website that explains in great detail my Mother's side of the family, but I have no leads in regard to my Father's side. I wondered if maybe you could help me, please?

charliebaby785@yahoo.com

Re: Newell's of Downham Cambridgeshire

hilrysouth94 — 2009-08-07 12:48:27Z

Can you tell me more about your Newells. All my Newell family came from that area.