MAJOR CHARLES NEWMAN

In the heart of Dallas, Texas, on April 9, 1969, a bright light was ushered into the world. Major Charles Newman was a man of many passions—a mechanic and truck driver by trade, yet so much more in the eyes of all who knew him. With a spirit that was both affectionate and robust, he filled every moment with humor and a steadfast commitment to his family, leaving a lasting imprint on the lives he touched until his untimely passing on February 10, 2026.

Charles was not just a mechanic; he was an artist with wrench and tool, a craftsman who bore his heart upon the hoods of the cars he lovingly restored. His dedication was visible in every rev of the engine and every gleam of chrome. A car collector with an unabashed love for fast automobiles, he embraced speed as a vibrant metaphor for life itself. But his interests extended far beyond the garage; he was a grilling guru who would enthrall family and friends with sumptuous feasts, stories, and, of course, countless games of cards that seemed to last an eternity.

An ardent lover of sports and the soothing embrace of blues music, Charles possessed an eclectic spirit. He could often be found alongside his brothers, Friday Jones and Arthur Newman, indulging in fishing trips that receded into late hours filled with laughter and tales of the one that got away. He exemplified what it meant to be a protector of kin, his family-oriented nature a testament to his values instilled from early days. Charles carried the banner of being a jokester, a goofball who reveled in lighthearted banter, while also embodying a firm, earnest presence when it mattered most.

The journey to his proudest accomplishment—restoring his parents' house—was a particular point of pride. It was more than just bricks and mortar; it was a labor of love, an homage to the roots of his family legacy and the nurturing that he received from those who shaped him. He cherished the memory of his parents, Charles Ayers and Shirley Ayers, whose love forged his path until their passing, along with his late brother Moses Newman and John Newman. Their absence, while keenly felt, formed a backdrop of resilience that characterized Charles’s steadfast disposition.

Survived by a blossoming family, Charles was a devoted father to Za’Kiya Newman, A'Manii Harrison-Newman, Myliah Green, Sha'Manii Green-Newman, and Amiya Williams. His grandchildren, A’Vanii Harrison and Kearius Robinson, Jr., became the spark in his eye, radiating joy that declared generations bound together by love. He leaves behind his cherished sisters, Dorothy Wilks, Sally Newman, and Jackie Newman, who will reminisce of fond moments shared in laughter and sisterly bonds that stood the test of time.

In honoring the man he was, family and friends will gather to celebrate his life on February 20, 2026, at Golden Gate Funeral Home in Dallas, where his legacy of joy, protection, and a hard-working spirit will cascade through stories shared and memories cherished.

Major Charles Newman was a fixture in the fabric of his family’s lives, woven together with threads of resilience, laughter, and an unapologetic love for life. Memories of him will remain in the hearts of those he embraced. In every rev of a motor, in the smell of grilling outdoors, in the warmth of a family game night—his spirit, indelibly alive, will echo long after the final card is played.