Clyde Vernon Newsome, age 85 of Lyles, Tennessee left this earthly life on August 4, 2025, with his loving wife by his side. Clyde was born in Portsmouth, Indiana on January 29, 1940, to the late Clarence and Leutisha Craft Newsome.

In addition to his parents Clyde is preceded in death by his son Douglas Raye Newsome and siblings Earl (Dixie) Keaton, Margaret “Irene” (William) Wright, Clarence (Zella) Keaton, Leo Russell and Calla “Louise” Newsome Hall.

Following his time in the United States Air Force Clyde worked as a skilled mechanic. In time, he found his calling in construction, where he worked until retirement. Clyde married his sweetheart Mrs. Patricia Radunz in 1977. Together they built the life they loved.

Those left to cherish his memory are devoted wife Mrs. Patricia Newsome of Lyles, Tennessee, sons Jeffrey Newsome of Crossville, Tennessee, James (Reba) of Crossville, Tennessee, Timothy Newsome of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Daniel Newsome of Crossville, Tennessee, Steven Newsome of South Bend, Indiana, along with a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great children.

Graveside services with Military Honors took place August 11, 2025, at Calvary Cemetery in Portage, IN.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, October 12, 2025, beginning at 1:30 p.m. at Lyles United Pentecostal Church in Lyles, TN.

McDonald Funeral Home in Centerville, Tennessee is honored to be serving the Newsome Family during this difficult time.