Michael Douglas Newman

He was born in Haralson, Georgia on September 21, 1946 to the late Herman and Gladys Newman.

Michael was a physician’s assistant for over 40 years. He retired from the United States Army, and served in the Vietnam War. He received many medals and awards during his time in the military.

Michael worked at Womack Army Medical Center and Clarke Clinic for over 20 years.

After retiring, he became a master gardener, and was very proud of his garden. He loved growing Hostas, specifically, and had many sitting areas throughout his garden to enjoy. Michael was a master gardener for the Fayetteville Extension Center.

He enjoyed art, pottery, statues, his 8 cats, and his many pet birds (specifically his bird, Polly), geese, and ducks.

Michael was a giving, loving, caring, respectful man. He was a great friend, and a wonderful husband and grandfather.

He is survived by his loving wife, Melissa Ann Isley; his stepchildren, Madeline, Timothy (Keyshonia), and Samantha (Adrian); his grandchildren, Amaris, Trinity, Timothy, Timothy Jr. 3, and Kendrick; his siblings, his niece and nephew; and many friends.

He will be put to rest with full military honors by the United States Army.

Services are entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home.