Michael Pierre Newton

Michael Pierre Newton, 88, of Yreka, California, passed away peacefully at home onDecember 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Affectionately known as "Papa Mike," heleaves behind a loving family and his faithful canine companions, Jack and Babette, whom headored and who loved him dearly in return. Mike was born in Yreka on September 8, 1937, the youngest of three children born to Dr.Albert H. Newton Sr. and Genevieve Claverie Newton. Mike grew up during an idyllic time inSiskiyou County, spending his days hunting, fishing, camping, and horseback riding. Timespent at the family cabin on Kelsey Creek was a continuing pleasure throughout his life. He graduated from Yreka High School and UC Berkeley, then earned his law degree at theUniversity of California College of Law, San Francisco (formerly Hastings College of Law). AUnited States Marine Corps veteran, Mike attended Basic School at Quantico, then deployedto Vietnam, where he served as a regimental staff officer with the 7th Marines and wasawarded the Bronze Star with a "V" device denoting acts of heroism. After his discharge fromthe Marine Corps, Mike returned to Yreka and began practicing law with his brother, Albert H."Hooch" Newton Jr. He and Hooch practiced law together for over 50 years, and Mikeremained an active member of the California State Bar Association for 60 successful years. In 1961, Mike's family acquired the historic Parker Ranch on the East Fork of the Scott River.After that time, and especially after he returned home from his military service, Mike and hisfamily spent many years raising cattle, hunting, and generally enjoying "The Ranch". An avidoutdoorsman, Mike especially loved trail riding in the Marble Mountain Wilderness, as well asfishing and hunting around the world with his brother and their friends. His wide-rangingoutdoor adventures included bird hunting trips to Mexico and South America, elk huntingacross the western United States, and fly fishing excursions to Alaska, Canada, the Bahamas,and beyond. Traveling was also a great joy for Mike and his wife, Natalie. Together, theyshared countless adventures across the globe, especially in their favorite destinations-Argentina, Hong Kong, and Italy-where they made many lasting friends. Mike was known for his great sense of humor and his seemingly endless collection of storiesand songs. He especially loved regaling his seven grandchildren with funny tales and classicoldies during the family's annual trips to Maui, a place that held a special spot in his heart. Mike served as a member of the board of directors of Scott Valley Bank for four decades. Hewas a lifetime benefactor member of the Marines' Memorial Association in San Francisco, andwas proudly recognized for 67 years of membership in the Yreka Elks Lodge #1980.Reflecting his deep love of dogs, Mike generously supported Rescue Ranch in Yreka. Mike is survived by Natalie, his loving wife of 44 years, who misses him dearly. He leavesbehind three children, Josh Newton, Nancy Bloom and her husband Paul, and Bridgid Sloyanand her husband Dan Campbell. Mike was an immensely proud grandfather to Ryan andShaun Newton, Madeline, Ella, and Parker Bloom, and Gavin and Marie Campbell, each ofwhom brought him great joy. He is also survived by his brother, Albert H. "Hooch" Newton, Jr.,and his wife, Dorothy, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, andcousins. Mike treasured his lifelong friendships with Bill Kleaver and Gordon Nixon, carryingwith him the many adventures and memories they built together from boyhood onward. Mikewas preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Albert H. Newton, Sr., and Genevieve ClaverieNewton, and by his beloved sister, Nancy Newton Meiners. Family and friends are invited to attend services at 12:00 pm, Saturday, January 10, 2026, atEvergreen Cemetery, Yreka. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Rescue Ranch in Yreka, honoringMike's deep love for dogs, or to Madrone Hospice in appreciation of their compassionatecare.

Michael Pierre Newton

September 8, 1937 - December 21, 2025