Heavenly life began for Dot Newsom on March 26, 2020. Dot was born to Dee and Dicie Swift on December 2, 1924, in Osage, Texas. After graduating from Waco High School she attended Baylor University as a music major where she met Asa A. Newsom, Jr. On a three day pass from the Army they were married in 1944. After Asa completed medical school and was ready to embark on his career as an OB/GYN, they settled in Dallas, Texas, where they enjoyed a marvelous 72 year marriage until Asa’s death in 2016. Dot is survived by her three children: David (Jane), Kirk (Lynn) and Kent (Vicki); grandchildren Laura Rooney (Chris), Colin (Sean), Chris (Kayla), Juli Miele (Rocco), Douglas and three great grandchildren: Desmond, Avery and Ellis. She was named a “Woman of Distinction” by the Baylor University Women’s Council. Dot was a longtime active member of Wilshire Baptist Church. Her family and friends will dearly miss her grace, wit, hospitality and the lost art of writing countless notes. Even until the date of her death at 95 years of age, she retained the remarkable ability to remember names, faces and events. She was a voracious reader who enjoyed discussing history with anyone who wished.
There will be a private graveside service. Due to current events, a time of celebration will be scheduled later. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice or Baylor University, One Bear Place #97026, Waco, Texas 76798-7026.
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