Newman, Richard Thomas Born Sept. 6, 1948, passed away April 12, 2014, age 65, of New Brighton. He was a lifelong employee of Shafer & Feld Printing, eventually owning the company until his retirement. Preceded in death by parents, Thomas Newman & Mary Newman (Slater), Chip & Deloris Friday of WI and grandson, Jackson Litwiller. Survived by his children, Michelle (Rich) Meilahn, Anthony (Anne) Newman, Breanna Newman and David Newman; grandchildren, Grace Litwiller, Olivia Newman and Jacob Newman; sister, Julie (Brian) Lennox; brothers, Walt Friday, Flint Friday and Ford Friday; nephews, Micah Lennox and Travis Lennox. At Richard’s request, there will be no services. An informal gathering to celebrate his life will be held at a later date. Arr. entrusted to Washburn-McReavy Funeral Home, Edina.

Published on April 20, 2014


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