Kenneth Wayne Newberry

The youngest of three siblings, Kenny graduated from Winter Haven High School and attended Santa Fe College and the University of Florida, where he studied Exercise Science. His time spent with family and friends attending Gator Football, Baseball, and Basketball games certainly earned him the “Forever Gator" title.

Kenny enjoyed cheering on the Florida Gators and loved deep sea fishing. He had boat loads of fun every time he hooked a sailfish or fought a mahi mahi to bring back to shore for grilling. Kenny was known for his grilling, cooking, and trying new spices or flavors to add to his infamous wings for any family gathering.

Professionally, Kenny spent time as a Certified Personal Trainer working at the Newberry Clinic of Chiropractic where he assisted with physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation for patients. Most recently, Kenny worked at WCM Construction & Roofing LLC and was excited about his new trade.

Kenny had a special gift for making people laugh, always offering a warm smile, and had jokes for days.

Kenny loved being a dad and always shared about the kids’ accolades in school. He absolutely adored his kids.

Kenny is survived by his children, Hallie & Karsen Newberry, and stepson, Hudson; father, Gary Newberry; sisters, Erin Newberry and Amy Bratten (Jake); aunts, Kimberly Gaines and Lori Priess; cousin, Matt Gaines; nieces, Regan Bratten and Lacey Galletta; nephews, James Bratten (Sarah) and Cooper Galletta; second cousin, Jordyn Gaines; great niece, Jemma Stiley; and, great nephew, Jacob Bratten.

Kenny was preceded in death by his mother, Stacy Newberry; paternal grandparents, Wayne & Hazel Newberry and Joyce Scott; and, maternal grandparents, Dave & Norma Fultz.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Heartland Church, 225 Ave B NW, Winter Haven, Florida 33880.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kenny’s memory to any of the following: Tri-County Human Services - Oxford House; Tri-County Human Services - Helping HANDS; Tri-County Human Services - STARR Program; or Peace River Center.

Kenny was loved by his entire family. He will always be in the hearts of many and will be remembered as a “Forever Gator”.