Don "Wayne" Newman

Wayne Newman, (Dr Pepper man), passed away Friday, December 21, 2012, at his residence with his family and friends by his side.

He had worked at Coca-Cola, Wal-Mart and had proudly served his country with the United States Coast Guard.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; his stepdaughter , Sherri Bond and husband Jessi of Greenville; his son, Don Newman Jr. and wife Linda of Highland Village; his son, Bobby Newman of California; his daughter, April Newman and husband Howard of Dallas; his step-granddaughter, Jennifer Bond and fiance Dalton Weems of Greenville; and, Moochie, his constant companion and best friend.

He is preceded in death by his parents, George Frank and Euna Newman; and, his sons, Mathew and Michael Newman.

The family would like to thank American Hospice, T.J. Cline and Dr. Rick. Selvaggi.

Committal services with full military honors will be conducted by the Hopkins County Military Coalition on Sunday, January 6, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. in Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce.