In Remembrance Of

Barbara Ann Newman

Barbara Ann (Hersey) Newman, 84, of Platte City, MO passed away, September 17, 2021.

She was born on October 17, 1936, to Basil Kermit and Helen Elsie (Cromer) Hersey in Sarcoxie, MO Barbara grew up and attended school in Ritchey, MO.

On September 3, 1955, Barbara married Jerry Applequist and they had three children Vicki, Dru and Susan. On November 8, 1968, she was united in marriage to Lloyd Allen Newman. After their marriage they lived in Weatherby Lake and in 1983 they moved to Farley, MO where they made their home. Lloyd passed away on August 24, 2013.

Barbara was a member of the First Baptist Church in Platte City. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  

Barbara is survived by children Vicki Hylton, Dru Applequist, Susan Mulally and Glenda Farmer; grandchildren Stephanie (Jason) Hetherington, Dustin (Jessica) Hylton, Lexi Applequist, Erin Mulally, Shauna Pope and Jonathan (Brandi) Pope; twelve great-grandchildren; sister Beverly Untrif; nieces Ginger (Richard) Rhodes, Denise (Mark) Lynn, and Sheryl (Bill) Reigel; other relatives and many, many friends. 

Visitation from 1:00-2:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday September 21st at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home Smithville.

Burial: Ridgely Cemetery

Donations may be made to Traditions Hospice.

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  • Paula Yates

    I was sorry to hear about Barbara. My sincere condolences to her family. I know she will be missed very much.

  • Sheryl Reigel

    Auntie I miss you. You mean so much to me. You were my “other” mom. I have so many loving and funny memories of you. You may be gone, but my memories will last forever. I love you forever and always.

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