Don served his country in the US Army and was in the film industry for over 35 years. He enjoyed riding his Harley, drawing and motorcycles.
He is survived by his wife Margaret Newton of Menifee; his children, Jim Newton, Sharon Martine, Don Newton, Mike Newton and Delfina Newton; his grandchildren, Brian, Erik, Kazz, Kole, Kaiya, Kruzz, Mason and Riley; and his great-grandchildren, Marcus, Kelly, Ashley and Autumn.