Jeffrey L. Newlin
Mr. Jeffrey L. Newlin, 61 formerly of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, March 9, 2016, in his Schererville home.
In Robinson, Ill., on Feb. 8, 1955, Jeffrey Lee was born. He was the treasured son of James L. and Donna Sue Mikeworth Newlin. Growing up he shared his childhood with two sisters. With great Fighting Tartar pride, Jeff graduated in 1973 from Fairbury Cropsey High School, in Fairbury, Ill. He continued his formal education at the University of Kentucky.
At the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rochester, Jeff and Carol J. Molinaro were married on Nov. 27, 1976. They shared 40 years of life’s adventures. From their union came three wonderful children Leslie, Melissa and Jim. The family tree continued to grow with the added blessings of three grandchildren.
An avid sportsman, Jeff enjoyed hunting rabbits and squirrel. In his early years he perfected his hunting technique at his grandmother’s out on the farm. To relax he enjoyed shooting pool or playing risk or rummy. Jeff was accomplished, mastering the game of chess.
Jeff is lovingly remembered by two daughters: Lesley Klauk and husband Alec of Flossmore, Ill.; Melissa Huffman and husband Aaron of Villa Park, Ill.; a son: James Lee Newlin and girlfriend Amanda Perreman of Bensenville, Ill.; his parents: James and Donna Newlin of Rochester; three grandchildren: Aidan Klauk, Bennett Klauk, Lilly Huffman, two sisters: Julie Wagoner and husband Larry of Auburn, Lori Frounfelter and husband Dr. D.J. of Rochester and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Preceding Jeff in death are his wife: Carol Newlin on March 6, 2011, grandparents, Byrl and Agnes Newlin and Joe and Lola Mikeworth.
A celebration of the life of Jeffrey Lee Newlin will be at 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Grace United Methodist Church, 201 W. Seventh St., Rochester, with Pastor Kerry O’Brien officiating. Interment will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery. The time of the service will be announced at a later time.
Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is in charge of arrangements.