It is heart-wrenching to report that on Monday, August 9th, our dear brother Jim Newton lost his battle with cancer and fell asleep in death. What a fine person and a faithful brother Jim was. His love of the truth and his self-sacrificing spirit endeared him to us, and no doubt to his God Jehovah. One would have a hard time finding a more determined and hard-working individual as Jim was. I remember with admiration the way in which Jim would spend long days in the ministry, and not long after returning home, he would be digging or drilling, making repairs to the Kingdom Hall. Jim had a sense of humor and a genuineness that made him an approachable shepherd and a trusted friend. No doubt all of us who knew Jim appreciated what a big heart he had. Jim touched many people’s lives, caring for their needs in such a loving way. Jim never drew attention to himself, but always focused on the work that needed to be done and on the needs of others. Jim died at home at about 9:00pm with his family by his side. We are all deeply saddened and will dearly miss our good friend Jim Newton, but have the confidence that he will be remembered for his faith and fine works. A memorial talk is scheduled for 2:00pm on Saturday, August 14th at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Conewango, New York.
