William “Jimmy” Newcomb, 71, of Saluda, passed away February 19, 2020. He served two tours during the Vietnam War and retired as an Army Staff Sergeant after 21 years of service. Jimmy loved fishing and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Elsie Newcomb; son, Billy Newcomb; and stepson, Timmy Tucker.
He is survived by his wife, Elva “Nita” Newcomb; his son, Bruce Newcomb (Christine); daughters, Tina Patterson (Arthur) and Brenda Stokes; a brother, James Newcomb; a sister, Virgie Newcomb; his “sidekick,” James Beale; a number of beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his four-legged friends, Tinkerbell and Lucy.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Monday, February 24, at Vincent Funeral Home, 417 11th St., West Point. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, at Vincent Funeral Home and interment will follow in Windsor Gardens, Mathews. Tributes may be posted at www.vincentfh.com.
