Kelly Newsom, 54, of Midland, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2008 in Midland. She was born on July 28, 1954 in Snyder, Texas to Jimmy Helms and Mickey Kelly. She married Warren Newsom on April 5, 1984 in Odessa, Texas. Kelly was actively involved throughout the community. She was a long time member andContinue Reading
Wendy Power
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly was our ONLY groomer and groomed all 3 of our dogs over the years. I completely trusted her and knew that she would take good care of them. When I would call for a grooming appointment she was always enthusiastic and would say, "Just bring that baby in and we'll get him/her groomed!" Her love for people and animals were so evident by her warmth, her gentleness and her smile. I feel extremely sad knowing that we won't get to see Kelly onstage again and that my dog will not get her next grooming from Kelly. I know that I am in the company of many others when I say that. However, Kelly left a beautiful legacy and has touched the lives of so many...family, friends, fellow actors, furry friends, and anyone who crossed her path. The world is definitely a better place for having known Kelly Newsom. To Kelly's family... Thank you for sharing her with us and letting us get to know and love her. I pray that you feel God's arms wrapped around you and that your happy memories of Kelly will bring you comfort now and in the days ahead. We love you and will miss you, Kelly...
Jennifer
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Eulogy for my sister Think of me, Thinking of me fondly, When we’ve said goodbye. Remember me Once in a while Please promise me You’ll try. I write speeches all the time. I write good speeches, as its my job… I didn’t know how to start this one. How do I tell you in five minutes who my sister was? She was a wife a mother a sister a daughter a friend, a groomer a performer, Obviously impossible. So I would like to share with you, a few snap shots. My sister gave me gifts her life long. My sister Kelly was 16 when I was born, she was my sister by birth we became friends when I was 13. Since she was older, Kelly moved away from our parents home and began a life of her own.. The first gift I am aware of from Kelly was the birth of my nephew, Jon when I was three. Since Kelly and Mike were grown and leaving home, Jon was a great companion. We grew up closer than sister and brother because we didn’t have to live with each other but always enjoyed each others company, when we got to see each other; they lived in Odessa. As fate would have it, Kelly fell in love with and married Warren Newsom, who lived next door to my parents, I instantly gained a playmate. Jon and I grew up very close since we were so close in age. Jon spent the summers with our late grandmother Zona in Oklahoma. I spent wonderful summers playing outside and entertaining myself at our country home. Kelly was working in Odessa at the time and she got into an accident one morning that broke her collar bone. She was wrapped up like a mummy to stabilize the arm and told that she had to stay home for six to 8 weeks to allow it to heal. She lived right next door, it was summer and I got to know my sister as a friend. We spent that summer playing games, watching movie musicals on laser disks, and eating pimento loaf sandwiches. Actually Kelly ate the pimento loaf, I couldn’t stand the stuff then, and I still don’t like it now. The second gift was friendship. When I was a freshman Kelly was performing in She Stoops to conquer at the globe theater. Kelly invited me to go with her one night, and she let me sit in the dressing room with her. As I watched the transformation, I became mesmerized. I got to watch the show from the second balcony, you couldn’t get better seats at 14... Climbing long dark stairs to the balcony where it was way too hot and smelled as only a theatre could… I was in love. The third gift was theatre; and it changed my life. I wanted to be just like my big sister. So when I went back to school, I tried out for the one act play, and changed my elective from choir to theatre. My first year of college The Globe was trying to start an acting company. I was working with Kelly at the grooming shop when she needed extra help, and I conned her into going to Odessa to try out for Othello. She had been out of the theatre for a while during Warrens recovery from the fire, but he was doing well and so off we went… We were cast in Othello, then Blithe Spirit (where she was a ghost haunting her husband, that manages to kill his 2nd wife Me, then I got to be a ghost too.) We were covered in grey paint, hair, skin, clothing… I thought we might never be pink again. We did a musical review with our brother. Mom and dad were front and center every night. How often as a parent do you get to see all of your kids perform together? We did The Runner Stumbles at MCT, and my personal favorite, a rendition of Cinderella at the globe where Kelly and I were the evil step sisters. Notice I did not say Ugly. Kelly was never Ugly. When My Husband Clint was first joining our family, he commented to me once about the very open nature of my parents home. People came by all the time and all were welcome. Kelly and warrens house was the same way. You were always welcome, and Kelly would give you the shirt off of her back if you needed it. She told me once she helped people whenever she could in the hopes that if someone in her family needed help, and she couldn’t be there, someone else would help them. Her 4th gift was compassion. I have heard it said if you can find one true friend in your life time, you are lucky. I think Kelly had two. He first was Warren, her husband and her best friend. She loved you truly. And she had Carol, you have been the best friend a person could have, she loved you as I know you loved her, and I am eternally grateful for the time you gave to care for her when her family couldn’t. Kelly and I had been on guarded terms for a few years after an epic fight, that families have. We had begun the healing process and were working our way back to our prior relationship before she became ill. I am so thankful that I got to see her before she had to leave. Her final night she told me that she had loved me since I was hatched. I always believed that, even when we didn’t like each other, I always knew that she loved me. As she loved all of you, in her own way. Her final gift to me was forgiveness. And I would like to share that with all of you. Please, forget the bad times and remember the good, don’t count on tomorrow, it might not be there. Live fully for today and Tell the people you love how much they mean to you. WEEP IF YOU MUST As Parting is hell, But life goes on So sing as well. And think of Kelly Fondly.
Nikki P. Renz
left a message on November 30, -0001:
From their first visit to Kelly in 1992, my Twinkie and Sabe' were "in love" with her. She had such a kind, gentle, caring heart; always smiling saying "sweet" things to make them feel at home. Rojo and Miss Nugget were added to 2001 and 2003; loved her for the same reasons. Kelly displayed Jesus in her actions and words...she will be greatly missed. May God comfort her family in this time of loss.
Carole Lacy
left a message on November 30, -0001:
For many years, I have taken my dogs to Kelly for grooming at Backstage Grooming. I can't say that I knew her well but Kelly always greeted me with a smile whether it was when I walked in the door with Midget or Sugar or when I called on the phone to make an appointment. She always acted so happy to see them and I was never uncomfortable leaving them in her care because I knew she loved animals and would take good care of mine. I will miss her. May God be with all of her family during this sad and difficult time. Carole Lacy
Bill & Fransces Seymour
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Debbie Erwin
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly was such an awesome person. She was my "Petie's" groomer from day one of his life. She made you feel so comfortable, no matter how tacky your baby acted at her shop. I loved the way, she always had time to stop and talk, no matter how busy she was. You will be missed greatly. Debbie
The Whitaker Family
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly directed the first show our children ever did (A Time For Christmas); several years and many, many shows later they are addicted and love to act at the Globe Theatre. Thank you; Kelly for helping mold our children in to the young adults they will become! Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during their time of loss - she will be greatly missed by anyone that knew her!
Carole Lacy
left a message on November 30, -0001:
For many years, I have taken my dogs to Kelly for grooming at Backstage Grooming. I can't say that I knew her well but Kelly always greeted me with a smile whether it was when I walked in the door with Midget or Sugar or when I called on the phone to make an appointment. She always acted so happy to see them and I was never uncomfortable leaving them in her care because I knew she loved animals and would take good care of mine. I will miss her. May God be with all of her family during this sad and difficult time. Carole Lacy
Emily Boothe Choate
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly and I have known one another for 44 years. We were friendly competitors in Junior Showmanship in the 1960's. Later, we co-owned a Beagle and co-bred a litter of Beagles. Kelly was an extremely talented person and was successful in all she did. I cherished her friendship. No matter how long it had been between visits (sometimes many years), each time it seemed we just picked up where we had left off as if no time at all had passed. We shared many wonderful times together. Kelly, I will miss you. The lives of those you touched are enriched by having known you.
Victor Lopez
left a message on November 30, -0001:
When I started doing theatre at the Globe, Kelly was one of the first ones to accept me with arms wide open. She said to me, " Yes, I think you are a keeper." I was hooked from there. She was inspirational in so many ways and was always there to give advice or just listen when I needed to vent. I will miss her more than I can say. She was already helping me get things organized for the next show I was preparing to direct. It was with that heart of giving that she treated anyone and everyone she knew. And it is with that same thought, I would like to dedicate "And Then There Were None", to her memory. I love you, Kelly.
Jackie Barron
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly was like a big sister to me. I will miss her very much. i will miss talking to her about anything. She guided me through my years at The Globe. She was my inspriation. I would like to dedicate the next show to her. She will be dearly missed by everyone at The Globe. We love you Kelly. Jim and Jackie Barron
Marivel Catano
left a message on November 30, -0001:
I did not know her too long, but her smile was contagious and even though the encounters we had were few, I know there is a great void in the lives of her loved ones. I must say this even if it sounds like a cliche...The Lord now has a wonderful angel with Him now and I am thankful, He placed her in all of our lives.
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Wendy Power
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Kelly was our ONLY groomer and groomed all 3 of our dogs over the years. I completely trusted her and knew that she would take good care of them. When I would call for a grooming appointment she was always enthusiastic and would say, "Just bring that baby in and we'll get him/her groomed!" Her love for people and animals were so evident by her warmth, her gentleness and her smile. I feel extremely sad knowing that we won't get to see Kelly onstage again and that my dog will not get her next grooming from Kelly. I know that I am in the company of many others when I say that. However, Kelly left a beautiful legacy and has touched the lives of so many...family, friends, fellow actors, furry friends, and anyone who crossed her path. The world is definitely a better place for having known Kelly Newsom. To Kelly's family... Thank you for sharing her with us and letting us get to know and love her. I pray that you feel God's arms wrapped around you and that your happy memories of Kelly will bring you comfort now and in the days ahead. We love you and will miss you, Kelly...
Jennifer
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Eulogy for my sister Think of me, Thinking of me fondly, When we’ve said goodbye. Remember me Once in a while Please promise me You’ll try. I write speeches all the time. I write good speeches, as its my job… I didn’t know how to start this one. How do I tell you in five minutes who my sister was? She was a wife a mother a sister a daughter a friend, a groomer a performer, Obviously impossible. So I would like to share with you, a few snap shots. My sister gave me gifts her life long. My sister Kelly was 16 when I was born, she was my sister by birth we became friends when I was 13. Since she was older, Kelly moved away from our parents home and began a life of her own.. The first gift I am aware of from Kelly was the birth of my nephew, Jon when I was three. Since Kelly and Mike were grown and leaving home, Jon was a great companion. We grew up closer than sister and brother because we didn’t have to live with each other but always enjoyed each others company, when we got to see each other; they lived in Odessa. As fate would have it, Kelly fell in love with and married Warren Newsom, who lived next door to my parents, I instantly gained a playmate. Jon and I grew up very close since we were so close in age. Jon spent the summers with our late grandmother Zona in Oklahoma. I spent wonderful summers playing outside and entertaining myself at our country home. Kelly was working in Odessa at the time and she got into an accident one morning that broke her collar bone. She was wrapped up like a mummy to stabilize the arm and told that she had to stay home for six to 8 weeks to allow it to heal. She lived right next door, it was summer and I got to know my sister as a friend. We spent that summer playing games, watching movie musicals on laser disks, and eating pimento loaf sandwiches. Actually Kelly ate the pimento loaf, I couldn’t stand the stuff then, and I still don’t like it now. The second gift was friendship. When I was a freshman Kelly was performing in She Stoops to conquer at the globe theater. Kelly invited me to go with her one night, and she let me sit in the dressing room with her. As I watched the transformation, I became mesmerized. I got to watch the show from the second balcony, you couldn’t get better seats at 14... Climbing long dark stairs to the balcony where it was way too hot and smelled as only a theatre could… I was in love. The third gift was theatre; and it changed my life. I wanted to be just like my big sister. So when I went back to school, I tried out for the one act play, and changed my elective from choir to theatre. My first year of college The Globe was trying to start an acting company. I was working with Kelly at the grooming shop when she needed extra help, and I conned her into going to Odessa to try out for Othello. She had been out of the theatre for a while during Warrens recovery from the fire, but he was doing well and so off we went… We were cast in Othello, then Blithe Spirit (where she was a ghost haunting her husband, that manages to kill his 2nd wife Me, then I got to be a ghost too.) We were covered in grey paint, hair, skin, clothing… I thought we might never be pink again. We did a musical review with our brother. Mom and dad were front and center every night. How often as a parent do you get to see all of your kids perform together? We did The Runner Stumbles at MCT, and my personal favorite, a rendition of Cinderella at the globe where Kelly and I were the evil step sisters. Notice I did not say Ugly. Kelly was never Ugly. When My Husband Clint was first joining our family, he commented to me once about the very open nature of my parents home. People came by all the time and all were welcome. Kelly and warrens house was the same way. You were always welcome, and Kelly would give you the shirt off of her back if you needed it. She told me once she helped people whenever she could in the hopes that if someone in her family needed help, and she couldn’t be there, someone else would help them. Her 4th gift was compassion. I have heard it said if you can find one true friend in your life time, you are lucky. I think Kelly had two. He first was Warren, her husband and her best friend. She loved you truly. And she had Carol, you have been the best friend a person could have, she loved you as I know you loved her, and I am eternally grateful for the time you gave to care for her when her family couldn’t. Kelly and I had been on guarded terms for a few years after an epic fight, that families have. We had begun the healing process and were working our way back to our prior relationship before she became ill. I am so thankful that I got to see her before she had to leave. Her final night she told me that she had loved me since I was hatched. I always believed that, even when we didn’t like each other, I always knew that she loved me. As she loved all of you, in her own way. Her final gift to me was forgiveness. And I would like to share that with all of you. Please, forget the bad times and remember the good, don’t count on tomorrow, it might not be there. Live fully for today and Tell the people you love how much they mean to you. WEEP IF YOU MUST As Parting is hell, But life goes on So sing as well. And think of Kelly Fondly.
Nikki P. Renz
left a message on November 30, -0001:
From their first visit to Kelly in 1992, my Twinkie and Sabe' were "in love" with her. She had such a kind, gentle, caring heart; always smiling saying "sweet" things to make them feel at home. Rojo and Miss Nugget were added to 2001 and 2003; loved her for the same reasons. Kelly displayed Jesus in her actions and words...she will be greatly missed. May God comfort her family in this time of loss.
Carole Lacy
left a message on November 30, -0001:
For many years, I have taken my dogs to Kelly for grooming at Backstage Grooming. I can't say that I knew her well but Kelly always greeted me with a smile whether it was when I walked in the door with Midget or Sugar or when I called on the phone to make an appointment. She always acted so happy to see them and I was never uncomfortable leaving them in her care because I knew she loved animals and would take good care of mine. I will miss her. May God be with all of her family during this sad and difficult time. Carole Lacy
Bill & Fransces Seymour
left a message on November 30, -0001:
A candle was lit by Bill & Fransces Seymour on
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Debbie Erwin
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly was such an awesome person. She was my "Petie's" groomer from day one of his life. She made you feel so comfortable, no matter how tacky your baby acted at her shop. I loved the way, she always had time to stop and talk, no matter how busy she was. You will be missed greatly. Debbie
The Whitaker Family
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly directed the first show our children ever did (A Time For Christmas); several years and many, many shows later they are addicted and love to act at the Globe Theatre. Thank you; Kelly for helping mold our children in to the young adults they will become! Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during their time of loss - she will be greatly missed by anyone that knew her!
Carole Lacy
left a message on November 30, -0001:
For many years, I have taken my dogs to Kelly for grooming at Backstage Grooming. I can't say that I knew her well but Kelly always greeted me with a smile whether it was when I walked in the door with Midget or Sugar or when I called on the phone to make an appointment. She always acted so happy to see them and I was never uncomfortable leaving them in her care because I knew she loved animals and would take good care of mine. I will miss her. May God be with all of her family during this sad and difficult time. Carole Lacy
Emily Boothe Choate
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly and I have known one another for 44 years. We were friendly competitors in Junior Showmanship in the 1960's. Later, we co-owned a Beagle and co-bred a litter of Beagles. Kelly was an extremely talented person and was successful in all she did. I cherished her friendship. No matter how long it had been between visits (sometimes many years), each time it seemed we just picked up where we had left off as if no time at all had passed. We shared many wonderful times together. Kelly, I will miss you. The lives of those you touched are enriched by having known you.
Victor Lopez
left a message on November 30, -0001:
When I started doing theatre at the Globe, Kelly was one of the first ones to accept me with arms wide open. She said to me, " Yes, I think you are a keeper." I was hooked from there. She was inspirational in so many ways and was always there to give advice or just listen when I needed to vent. I will miss her more than I can say. She was already helping me get things organized for the next show I was preparing to direct. It was with that heart of giving that she treated anyone and everyone she knew. And it is with that same thought, I would like to dedicate "And Then There Were None", to her memory. I love you, Kelly.
Jackie Barron
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Kelly was like a big sister to me. I will miss her very much. i will miss talking to her about anything. She guided me through my years at The Globe. She was my inspriation. I would like to dedicate the next show to her. She will be dearly missed by everyone at The Globe. We love you Kelly. Jim and Jackie Barron
Marivel Catano
left a message on November 30, -0001:
I did not know her too long, but her smile was contagious and even though the encounters we had were few, I know there is a great void in the lives of her loved ones. I must say this even if it sounds like a cliche...The Lord now has a wonderful angel with Him now and I am thankful, He placed her in all of our lives.
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