Reed W. Newton

March 31, 1987 - October 4, 2021

Reed William Newton, 34 years, of Waterloo, IL, and formerly Columbia, IL, passed away on October 4, 2021 at home with his family, following a valiant fight with Mesothelioma. He was born March 31, 1987, in St. Louis, MO. He was the son of Roger D., and Cynthia, nee Kleinschmidt, Newton, who survive him. Reed was a Journeyman Lineman for Ameren, St. Louis, MO, and a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers - Local 1439. He was all about the outdoors, hunting and fishing as much as possible. He loved being with people, and his absence will leave a huge hole full of wonderful memories with all who knew and loved him. Being around Reed was a time to smile, and he would want us to continue smiling... Also, surviving are his brother, Ryan (Carly) Newton of Waterloo, IL; nephew, Kaden Newton; grandmother, Helma E. Kleinschmidt of Columbia, IL; aunts and uncles, along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by grandparents; William J. Kleinschmidt, Jr., and Norman D. (Bernice) Newton. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Metter Park, Columbia, IL, near the bandstand, with Rev. Matthew Friz officiating. There will be no visitation. Private Interment will follow in the Evangelical St. Paul Cemetery, Columbia, IL. Reed's family is forever grateful for the support and prayers during these past 2 months. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to: Floraville United Church of Christ, 100 Koerner St., Floraville, IL 62298. For more information, please access our website, www.leesmanfuneralhome.com. Leesman Funeral Home, Columbia, IL, handled arrangements.