Ronald Gilbert Newman, loving husband, father, grandpa, and great-grandpa, passed away on Friday June 3, 2022 at the age of 84.

"Ronnie" was born on February 20, 1938 in Moline, Illinois to Stanley and Lucille Newman. He attended school in Aledo, Illinois. He served active duty in the Navy from 1955 to 1959 and in the reserves for four more years.

He was a successful real-estate developer throughout the U.S. He accomplished his greatest professional achievement by creating The Summit Vacation Resort and Timeshare in Canyon Lake, Texas.

Ronnie met his wife, Marlys Newman nee Neill, in Aledo in 1956. They eloped on August 5, 1956 in Hernando, Mississippi. They were married for 65 wonderful, loving years. They raided four children together, Ronnie Jr., Jimmy, Tammy, and Kimmy.

Known as Pappy to his grandchildren, he loved reading, history, boxing, his country, and his family. He has a passion for having a positive mental attitude and working hard to achieve your dreams.

He is survived by 3 sisters, Janet, Sue, Vicki, 1 brother, Steve, his wife, Marlys, 4 children, Ronald Jr., James, Tammy, and Kimberly, 11 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

Ronnie's viewing will begin at 9 AM June 7 ^th followed by funeral service at Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home 1071 FM 2673 at Sattler, Canyon Lake, TX. 78133.

Memorials may be given to St. Judes Childrens Hospital or to Make A Wish Foundation.