Grady E. Newton, age 84, of Gay, Ga.

Mr. Grady E. Newton, age 84, of Gay, Ga. passed away Friday, January 13, 2017.

He was preceded in death by parents, Leslie and Mildred Newton; daughter, Vicki Newton; and many brothers and sisters.

He is survived by his wife, Doris B. Newton; son, Gordon Newton (Cathie) of Palmetto; daughters, Brenda Cotnoir (Jim) of Utah, Debbie Grimes (David) of Fayetteville; sister, Joyce Hutchinson of Senoia; grandchildren, Hunter, Hannah, Jason, Jaylee, Jessie-Raye, Kevin, Matt, Nick and numerous great-grandchildren.

Gene was employed by the East Point Fire Department for twenty-two years. He retired in 1988 as rank of Lieutenant. He was also a member of the College Park Masonic Lodge #454.

A graveside service was held Monday, January 16, 2017 at 2:30 at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens with Corey Grimes and Pastor Byron Martin officiating. Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at www.parrottfuneralhome.com. The family received friends on Monday afternoon from 1 to 2 at Parrott Funeral Home and Crematory, 770-964-4800.