Donald Eugene Newhirter

Donald E. “Don” Newhirter

JEFFERSONVILLE, GA - Donald Eugene “Don” Newhirter, 85, of Carey Lane passed away Thursday October 1, 2026, at his residence.

Graveside services will be held Monday October 5, 2026 at 2:00PM in New Richland Baptist Church Cemetery. Rev. Steve Hamrick and Rev. Mike Horton will officiate.

Mr. Newhirter was born in Rapid City, South Dakota, thee son of the late Benjamin Newhirter and Dorothy Janis Newhirter. He was preceded in death by his son Casey Newhirter. “Don” was a former employee of Armstrong World Industries, Orkin Pest Control, and the U.S. Post Office at Robins Air Force Base. He was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army. “Don” was a member of Jeffersonville Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Alyene Faulk Newhirter. His daughter, Pamela N. Smith. His grandchildren, Danielle (Chet) Foster and John Wesley Smith. His sister, Vivian (Chris) Pariseau. Numerous nieces and nephews and other extended family.

Donations may be made to Family Hospice in Dublin, GA.

Visit www.reecefuneralhomeinc.com to express tributes.

Reece Funeral Home in Jeffersonville has charge of arrangements.