Alton Newkirk_LRG Book

A C ELEBRATION OF L IFE FOR

Acknowledgement There is such great comfort in the assurance that we are not alone in this hour of our great loss. That assurance is affirmed by the many warm and sincere expressions of comfort and sympathy each of you have shown. We extend gratitude for all acts of kindness and concern during this season. Your personal visits, telephone calls, delicious food, cards, beautiful floral arrangements and especially your fervent prayers, are deeply appreciated. May the rich and abundant blessings of the Lord be upon each of you. The love you’ve shown to us will never be forgotten. . - The Family

A CTIVE P ALLBEARERS Deacons and Trustees

F LORAL B EARERS Associate Ministers and Deaconess I NTERMENT White Oak Missionary Baptist Church Apex, North Carolina

— F INAL A RRANGEMENTS E NTRUSTED TO — Dallas, Texas (214) 941-7332

J EROME N EWKIRK

Fort Worth, Texas (817) 478-9555 Tallulah, Louisiana (318) 574-6100

Sunrise: February 3, 1960 Sunset: October 13, 2025

I Have My Reward

L IFE R EFLECTIONS OF A LTON J EROME N EWKIRK

To all my loved ones My family, my friends, The road I have traveled Has come to a end. I started on This journey one day; The Lord was with me Every step of the way. Some days I'd get tired And so very weak But I thank the Lord For taking care of me. I fought a good fight I kept the faith I am ready to enter The pearly white gates. As I came To the end of the road. God placed on my shoulders A beautiful white robe. I began to smile And look all around He placed on my head A golden crown. To all my loved ones everything is all right; My name is written In The Lamb's Book of Life.

Alton Jerome Newkirk, born on February 3, 1960, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, was a beloved son to Bobby Parker and Sylvia Newkirk-Vanhook. From a young age, Alton showed a remarkable spirit, becoming an honor student at Durham High School, where his journey of dedication and excellence began. For 37 years, Alton devoted his professional life to American Airlines, bringing joy and service as a Premium Guest Service Representative. His diligence and commitment to others were evident in everything he did. A man of deep faith, Alton embraced Christ as his personal Lord and Savior. He found solace and community at St. John Baptist Church, where he contributed his voice to the Celebration Mass Choir, Male Chorus, and Praise Team. Alton had a unique gift for capturing moments, frequently taking photographs of church members and events to share on social media, lovingly ensuring that the joyous memories were always preserved. He remained an active participant and supporter of St. John Church Unleashed, a testament to his unwavering spirit of devotion until his final days. Alton was truly a Christian man of great faith - strong, kind-hearted, and thoughtful. His love for his family was profound, and he cherished spending time with loved ones, bringing warmth and laughter to those around him. His passion for photography reflected his appreciation for life’s fleeting moments, making them eternal through his lens. On October 13, 2025, Alton gently slipped away into eternity to join the Lord. He leaves behind a legacy of love, supported by his parents, Bobby Parker and Sylvia Newkirk-Vanhook; his siblings, Thomas Harington, Eddie Harrington, Eugene Parker, Brad Parker, and Belinda Parker-Lassiter; his best friend and godbrother, Sylvester Scarbough; along with a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, and nieces. Alton was cherished and admired by all who crossed his path. The impact he made and the selfless service he provided will echo through time. He will forever be remembered as a beloved son, brother, uncle, friend, and colleague — his remarkable essence imprinted in the hearts of many. In the memories shared and the love he spread, Alton Jerome Newkirk’s light will continue to shine brightly in the lives he touched.

M ONDAY , O CTOBER 20, 2025 | 7:00 PM S T . J OHN C HURCH U NLEASHED 1701W. J EFFERSON S T . – G RAND P RAIRIE , T EXAS 75051 D R . D ENNY D. D AVIS , P ASTOR R EV . D ARYL A TKINSON , O FFICIATING

P RELUDE /V IEWING Soft Music

T HE P ROCESSIONAL OF THE F UNERAL C ORTEGE Clergy, Pallbearers and Family

F INAL T RIBUTE

M USICAL S ELECTION St. John Unleashed Music Ministry

T HE R EADING OF THE H OLY S CRIPTURES Old Testament — Rev. Willie Jefferson New Testament — Rev. Darren Rigsby

P RAYER OF C ONSOLATION Rev. Ford

M USICAL S ELECTION St. John Unleashed Music Ministry

S PECIAL R EMARKS Dr. Clark Joseph

T RIBUTES Billie Theys American Airlines, Anita Canada Sylvester Scarbough

A LTON L IFE IN P ICTURES S LIDESHOW

E XPRESSIONS OF L OVE Family and Friends (5) 2 Minutes, Please

M USICAL S ELECTION St. John Unleashed Music Ministry

T HE E ULOGY Dr. Denny D. Davis Sr.

T HE R ECESSIONAL OF THE F UNERAL C ORTEGE Clergy, Pallbearers, Family and Attendees Soft Music

S ATURDAY , O CTOBER 25, 2025 | 1:30 PM W HITE O AK M ISSIONARY B APTIST C HURCH 1621 W HITE O AK C HURCH – A PEX , NC 27523 R EVEREND D R . C HARLES R. T YNER S R ., P ASTOR O FFICIATING

P RELUDE Mr. Milton Evans, Pianist

P ROCESSIONAL Clergy and Family (Visitation with family 12:30-1:30 pm)

O PENING H YMN White Oak Choir

S CRIPTURE R EADINGS : Old Testament – Rev. Libby Bethea New Testament – Rev. Patricia Gaddy

P RAYER OF C OMFORT Rev. Rodney Hayes

S ELECTION Mr. Doug Farrar “Near the Cross”

R EMARKS Ms. Marie McDade Mrs. Dianne Greene Ms. Glenda Harrington

A CKNOWLEDGEMENT & R EADING OF O BITUARY Ms. Barbara Revels

S ELECTION Mr. Jason Farrar “The Blood”

E ULOGY Rev. Dr. Charles R. Tyner Sr.

F UNERAL D IRECTOR IN C HARGE

C LOSING S ELECTION White Oak Choir

R ECESSIONAL