Happy Birthday! I still miss you every day.

Happy Birthday! Still miss you every day.

I still miss you.

I still miss you every day.

I still miss you ... everyday. Every second.

Happy Birthday. I miss you every day.

It’s been just over 3 years now. I still miss you everyday. I still cry so much. I still love you more than anything.

Dear Dr. Newnam, the world lost a father, brother, and friend two years ago. Time does not take the pain away and sometimes I want to scream at how wrong it is your are gone. I miss our long talks and laughs. I miss you teaching me about birds and squirrels. I miss our long discussions while you we’re driving to Cedar Island and back. We never ran out of things to talk about. If I could have one wish it would be to spend one more hour with you. Sometimes I just wish I could join you. Life will never be the same.

Every day. I think about you and miss you , every day. I know you are happy and free and that gives me some comfort. I was so happy with you in my life. Thank you for being my best friend for so long.

dr newnam was my drug abuse conselor at whitaker prtf he was a great man. he got me through struggles no one else could. i still struggle with temptation to this day but he is always in the back of my mind encouraging me to do the right thing in my life. his memory will go on and he will be remembered forever im terribly sorry for his families lost but i hope hes forever in your hearts and he is always watching over not only me but you also i want to thank him for everything

I’m only now learning about Ray’s death. He was my counselor for a couple years, at a time when I desperately needed that guidance. I don’t even have words for the extent of some of the kindnesses he showed me. I used to have this nervous habit of scratching at the wax of candles in his office. For some reason, he would let me do that. He also kept those candles and those shavings there for me every week. And when I finally left because I was moving, he put them in a box, and said they would always be there when I got back. I suppose I thought I wouldn’t run out of time to come back. I am eternally grateful for what he did for me. All my love is with his family, years late as I am to offer those condolences.

Another birthday. Another day to celebrate your life. I miss you still.

There has not been one day this year I have. not thought of Dr. Newnam, The world does not seem the same without you. in it.

Dan and John (et al),
I am so sorry that I have only just learned of this news.

I can't even begin to tell you of my sadness over the loss of Ray. I recently came across pictures of all of us in NC when we were kids so the loss hits me so much more directly and to the heart that I can not possibly express my feelings here.

Please contact me if you get this message, I will be in NC soon...
717-201-3626

Love,
Gordon

The Core Team and Volunteers of Schnauzer Rescue of the Carolinas is extremely sorry to learn of Ray’s recent passing. This World has lost a most special man who always had a kind word for others and would never pass up an opportunity to help those in need regardless of the effort it required. SRC wishes to extend our sincere condolences to his family and to express our profound gratitude for all the good deeds Ray did in his lifetime. He was such a generous and giving soul who never hesitated to offer a helping hand to anyone he felt could use it.  Ray supported the Rescue World for many years and because of his unswaying commitment to a just cause which he believed in, many deserving canines are now living happier healthier lives in loving adoptive homes. Surely Ray has many jewels in his crown for all the good works he has done here on Earth. We at SRC will miss him more than words could ever express and will remain eternally grateful that Ray selected our nonprofit rescue organization as one of the many he chose to support as a committed animal lover.



Respectfully submitted,

Anita C. McGuire

Director

Schnauzer Rescue of the Carolinas, Inc.

I had the good fortune to meet Ray at the Durham VA, when he was an intern and I was a very young psychology trainee. He was very kind and helpful then, and through continued contact over the years I know he continued to do that and more for his patients, his colleagues, and his family.

To the Newnam family - I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that you feel all of the love, support, and prayers surrounding your family during this difficult time. I'm truly at a loss for words right now. There are no words to express how sad I'm feeling. The world lost an amazing man. He touched the lives of so many and had an impact on everyone he met. I feel truly blessed and honored to have known him and worked with him at Whitaker. Ray, thank you for always being there for me, supporting me, and encouraging me! You were an amazing therapist to so many, mentor, and the best boss that I've ever had!! I'll miss you, but will never forget you! Your legacy will live on!❤

Dear Jessica, Dan and John,

So many memories of Ray and Rexanne, and of 'Wink,' 'R.D.,' 'Mickey' and 'Mama Annie,' too. So many fun times, Ray and Rexanne's wedding in Stantonsburg, school days at UNC-Chapel Hill, laughing together at Fidelity Court in Carrboro, the Newnam farm, Clearwater Lake, making movies (!), spaghetti and lasagna suppers. What wonderful times, what wonderful friends. My heart goes out to all of you now and always.

With love and fond remembrance,
Chet Hunt

I knew Ray through working with him at VGFW. He was a warm, kind man who loved his work and was always supportive and encouraging to those he worked with. He will certainly be missed. My most sincere condolences to his daughter, brothers and other family and friends who are feeling this great loss.

Ray was my clinical mentor while working for VGFW. He was passionate about helping the children and families he served, and was so inspirational to me in my early career. I don't think I ever had the opportunity to tell him how much his teaching and role modeling inspired SDpored me, and I am still a better child clinician

My sincere condolences to the family, close friends and co-workers of Ray. It was my privilege to have known Ray for the past 16 years due to his reputation as an outstanding clinician and then 12 years ago when he began helping one of my children. His capacity for caring was amazing and only matched by his intelligence and resourcefulness. Thank you for giving so much of yourself to others, Ray. You blessed the lives of everyone who knew you. Rest in peace.

Ray and I became acquainted over 30 years ago through our mutual private psychotherapy practices......mine in Henderson and his in Oxford. I, as many, are shocked and devastated by the loss of such a kind and caring man. So many hearts weep for your loss.

So sorry to hear of Ray's death. He was a supervisor of mine years ago and I used his office space in Oxford to see patients. He will be missed.

Jessica, Dan, and John, my family and I are so sad to hear of Ray's illness and death. We have many fond memories of Ray and all of you. Ray was a kind, gentle soul. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

We will always remember Dr. Newnam as a wonderful teacher. He changed many lives for the better, and we are thankful for the years of learning from him.

Our condolences to the family.

Matt and Jo Perkins-Elmore

I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Newnam was the kindest person I have ever known. He taught me so much in the last 7 years. I am heartbroken by his death and cannot image what all of you are going through. He will always be a hero to me. He gave unconditionally.