Brian Rayburn Newman, 47, of Buffalo, Mo., passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Colonial Springs Healthcare Center in Buffalo, Mo.

He was born December 12, 1978, in Independence, Mo., the son of Randy and Nina (Smith) Newman. Preceding him in death was his father.

Survivors his mother, Nina Newman of Macks Creek, Mo.; life partner, Angie Coppola of Buffalo, Mo.; son, Jason Newman of Longview, Texas; daughters, Tiffany Gaylord of Camdenton, Mo., Kelly Newman of Longview, Texas and Holly Newman of Buffalo, Mo.; brother, Shane Newman of Macks Creek, Mo. and two grandsons,.

He grew up and attended school in Independence and Macks Creek, Mo.

He had lived in Mo. his entire life. He was employed as a truck driver for several years. He was a member of Grace Community Free Methodist Church.

Services were held Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Grace Community Free Methodist Church in Buffalo, Mo. under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Reverend Vicki Coons conducted the service.

Burial was Friday, January 16, 2026 at Log Church Memorial Gardens in Butterfield, Mo. Reverend Mark Moller conducted the service.

Contributions may be made to the family in memory of Brian.