Kathryn (Kathy) Lynnea Newsom
Kathryn (Kathy) Lynnea Newsom, 52, of Friendship, WI passed away peacefully July 29, 2021 at UW Hospital Madison, WI from aggressive lung cancer. Her daughter Kasha, soulmate Mike Izzo, sister Ginny and nephew Chris Unterberger were by her side.
Kathy was born October 4th, 1968 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to Ellis and Irene (Mitchell) Newsom. She graduated from A-F High School in 1987. In 1991 her daughter Kasha Newsom was born. In 2004, she met her soulmate Mike Izzo, whom Kathy considered her husband. Though they were not married, Mike stepped into the role as Kasha’s dad without hesitation.
Kathy enjoyed spending time with her family, listening to 80’s rock and watching classic and horror movies. She also enjoyed working on family genealogy and sharing family stories that otherwise would have been lost. Kathy loved animals and leaves behind her fur babies BuBu, Hopers and Aleera.
In 2017 Kathy created the AFHS Tribute Facebook page “Gone but Not Forgotten”, which pays respect to those who have died in the community she loved. This site has provided closure to many and gave a spotlight to those who may have otherwise been forgotten.
Kathy was always filled with love and generosity. She made sure to check on friends and family whether in person or virtual. She will dearly be missed and long remembered by all family and friends.
Kathy is preceded by her parents Ellis and Irene Newsom.
She is survived by her
Daughter – Kasha Newsom of Friendship, WI
Soulmate – Mike Izzo Friendship, WI
Sister – Ginny (David) Batie Hugoton, KS
Brother – Ben Newsom Lexington, KY
Sister – Belinda Newsom Stevens Point, WI
Bonus Sister – Wendy Izzo Oshkosh, WI
Further survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and many friends whom she considered family.
A sincere gratitude is extended to the amazing staff at UW Hospital in the TLC unit.
Kasha, Mike,Ginny Belinda,Ben..my deepest sympathy for all of you..Kathy was a VERY special friend to me..I loved her like a sister..my life hasn’t been the same since she has become my special angel..I will NEVER forget how Kathy helped me through my rough times..You will all be in my thoughts and prayers..Knowing she is no longer in any pain is a comfort..She will be loved forever..Hugs to all..
I got to meet Kathy on Facebook and so happy I did. Her father was my 1st cousin, which of course made Kathy my 2nd.
I am so sorry for the family’s loss. She will be greatly missed. Kasha, she will always be with you.
To Kathy’s Family,
Deepest sympathies to you all. Kathy was always so kind.
Her Tribute pages for our classmates, teachers, community members who have passed was very much appreciated by so many. She always made sure we knew when she posted on someone who mattered to us.
She never failed to send a little funny or something similar on special occasion dates through our Facebook connection, they always made me smile.
May your memories make navigating this very hard time a little easier, I know I will hold mine close.
Kathy – rest easy and be at peace, pain free.
You have my sincere condolences, I didn’t know Kathy but do know Ginny. My heart goes out to you
Our thoughts & prayers are with the Newsom family at this sad time. We are sorry for your loss of Kathy. May she rest in peace, free of pain. It was so nice of her to start the AFHS Tribute Page on Facebook. It is appreciated by many.
Kathy was great lady, great school memories so very sorry for your loss
I’m so sorry for the loss of Kathy for all who knew and loved her, especially her family. She did an amazing job with her Facebook page for those who have passed before her. It was often a great source of info for many of us to let us know of other Alumni who had passed. May she be as blessed after life as all who knew her were in this life. May you all find comfort and peace in your memories
To Kasha,Mike, and all Kathys family.
I am so very sorry. Ive been sitting here teying to figure out just what to say. Theres nothing I can say that can make any of this any less painful. I truly wish I could. I wish I could snap my fingers and make this all a bad dream for all of us. And Kathy would be here telling us all to stop whining and do something good for someone today.
She was such a great friend. One of those that you always knew would be there for you, even if there had been a long time between visits. She was so beautiful inside amd out. We will miss her greatly
Kasha, if you need anything, please let me know. Even if its just an ear.
So sorry for your loss. Gone way to soon.
To Kathy’s family, my deepest sympathy to you all. She is in a better place and watching over all her family and friends. She will be missed.
Fly High
My deepest condolences to the family, sending prayers of comfort and healing to you all. She will be missed by many!!🙏🙏
So sorry for your loss. Gone way too young, but never forgotten. R.I.P. Kathy!
Mike, Kasha & all of Kathy’s Family,
We were so saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing. So young with so many challenges in life. Always respected her passion for her two (2) Tribute pages on FB. Those pages were greatly appreciated by many. I always enjoyed our conversations. Kathy will be missed. She is now at peace and pain free. Blessings to all.
My deepest condolences to the family. I will always remember Kathy for everything you mentioned even though I never got to meet her in person. Sending hugs and love to you all.
My deepest sympathies to Kathy’s family. Ginny is my neighbor and dearest friend. She has been my biggest support since the loss of my husband and is the most caring person I have ever known. May the family find comfort in these hard days.
I am so sorry for your loss, She will be deeply missed. Sure did appreciate all her hard work on the gone but not forgotten facebook page.
She will surely not be forgotten
Our deepest sympathies to the Newsome family!
Ginny,
So sorry to learn of your sisters passing.
Remember all the happy times that you both shared. Keep the memories close to your heart.💕
Newsom family. Those good old Arkdale days and 4 H . I’m glad that Kathy had family with her in her final moments. Our sympathy to you all
Prayers to her family & friends.
To Kathy Newsome’s family.I have previously posted and I didn’t know I had made a mistake on Kathy’s last name until I sent it I truly sorry for that.Prayrers and hugs for everyone
Kathy you are going to be missed by many. Deepest sympathy to your family.
So sorry for your loss. Kathy was a very nice person and she did an awesome job creating the AFHS Gone but Not Forgotten page. Keep your wonderful memories of her close.
Deeply sorry for Kathy’s loss. Words just do not paint the picture on how generous and caring Kathy was to so many many people.
Kasha we are so sorry for your loss and will keep you in prayer
My heart and prayers go out to the family of Kathy there was never a sweeter person I thank her for all the great memories she gave all of us may she R.I.P 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I And My Boyfriend As Well As The Family Had The Pleasure Of Meeting Kathy Mike And Kasha. What A Wonderful Family! I’ll Forever Miss Her Beautiful Smile And Very Generous Heart. Her Soul Was And Is so Full Of Love, Kindness, And A Treasure I Will Never Forget. I Will Always Love You My Friend! Give Rick A Hug And May You Always Have Peace !
So sorry to hear of your families loss………
My deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to Ginny, Kasha and the entire Newsome family. I never met Kathy in person, but felt like I knew her and enjoyed our bond with our genealogy endeavors. Rest in peace Kathy! Peace and comfort to the entire family.
Phyllis
You all have my families deepest sympathy… Fred, Debbie, Hunter, and Ryan Renner….💖🙏
Kathy was my earth angel when I needed her the most, she’s now forever my angel within my soul. I am only one of many whom she touched deeply and it’s been a blessing. Kathy you will never be forgotten, I love you.
My heart is with the Newsom/Izzo family. Much love to you all.
Ginny, my heart goes out to your families. May you rely on Gods Blessings. I will keep you all in my hearts and prayers.
I didn’t know Kathy but actually felt I did from the gone but not forgotten page. My deepest sympathy to you all. Prayers to you all🙏🙏
Am praying for the Lord’s Peace and His Comfort, during this time & the days to come, for Kathy’s family. Kathy, touch, alot of hearts, with the FB page, “Gone, But Not Forgotten ” She did an amazing thing, when she created that page. We are truly sorry for your loss
May the Lord Jesus be with you at this time of sorrow. Remember God is with you at this difficult time.
Prayers for family and friends. Heaven has gained another angel, precious comfort and peace to us all.
So sorry for your loss. Kathy was a awesome friend, she will be missed 😢. Prayers to the family.❤❤
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God wrap his arms around you all during this time. Rest in Peace Kathy, another angel recieved her wings.
To all of Kathy’s family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
To all of Kathy’s family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
To the family of Kathy Newer.I was so very sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing.She gained her wings and can soar like an angel.She wasa great friend, she consoled me in my grief of loosing my husband John and my son Ray. She will me missed.She can be a angel in my pocket.Prayrers for the family.