Coonie left this world and received his final promotion October 4, 2013 at 6:10 PM. He was known as a former navy man that enjoyed a well seasoned life. The way he lived his life was governed by the principles of bible doctrine. He is leaving a loving wife Virginia Newman; Children, Cleveland Warren "Bo" Newman, Julie Newman Abate, Jimmy Chance, Greg Chance, Melodie Chance Beard, Rosie Williams, Barbara Brown, Mike Newman, and Lee Ann Newman. Mr. Newman is preceded in death by his mother Ella Mae Quebodeaux and one son Ricky David Quebodeaux. The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of Lafayette General Medical Center, Dubuis Hospital, Christus Hospice, and special thanks the loving team on unit 51 at St. Patrick's Hospital. Celebration services will be held at Johnsons Funeral Home on October 7, 2013 at 5:00 PM. Visitation will be from 2 to 5 PM.