Carl Newton

Carl Antonio Newton passed peacefully in the privacy of his home and took his eternal rest on November 27, 2018. Carl was born on October 13th, 1967 in Farmville, North Carolina to Joann Newton and the late Alvin Hall Sr. At the tender age of two, Carl would relocate to Connecticut with his mother where he would be raised and become a life-long resident. From a very early age, it was evident that Carl was an exceptional child and he was afforded many opportunities for which he and his mother were always grateful. Carl received his formal education at The Hamden Hall Country Day School where he excelled academically and would play on both the varsity soccer and football teams. After completing high school studies, Carl would go on to attend Southern Connecticut State University and later earn an Associate's Degree in Nutrition from Gateway Community College where Carl found his niche and professional passion. Carl was gainfully employed by Yale-New Haven Hospital for over ten years as a Supervisor in the Dietary and Food Service Division. Also, Carl owned and operated a popular full—service catering company and even manufactured and sold his own homemade barbecue sauce; "Big Newt's BBQ Sauce." His dream was to someday see his product on the shelves of stores across the country. Carl shall forever be remembered as a giving man who loved his family, friends and of course the Dallas Cowboys. Carl was so much a sports fan that he purchased two TVs placed side by side to enjoy all the games and ensure he did not miss a single play. Much the sportsman, Carl was also a long time UCONN women's basketball season ticket-holder and regularly attended their home games. Carl was a proud member of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Incorporated and cherished the time spent in service to the community alongside his lifelong brothers. Carl's impact left an indelible impression on everyone he came into contact with, especially his younger sisters whom he empowered with life skills and lessons, his friends, fellow sports fans and his colleagues who attest of his leadership, skillfulness, and understanding. Carl had a love for people and didn't mind showing it any way he could! Carl was highly favored and believed it was essential to be a blessing to others in small yet meaningful ways. Carl leaves to cherish his memory, his loving mother Ms. Joann Newton, siblings Tawanna Newton and Tyra Newton of New Haven, CT, Shaciera Newton-Levey of Dallas, TX, Alvin Hall, Jr. (Michelle) of Florida, Kelvin Hall (Diondra) and Melvin Hall of New Jersey. In addition, he leaves behind his dear aunts Ethel Lumpkin (William) of North Haven, CT Aretha, Lenora and Catherine Newton of Stamford, CT, Maggie-Rae Newton of New Jersey and Linda Hall of Brooklyn, NY. He leaves his uncles John Newton of Stamford, CT, Sam Newton (Pearl) and Ed Thomas Hall of Farmville, NC, Timothy Hall of New Jersey and Bobby Gray (Garnett) McKenzie of Delaware. Carl’s love for others spanned far beyond his mere biological family. Many dear friends quickly became Carl’s extended family including a very special family, The Aversa family who took a special interest in Carl at a young age and have remained constant in both his and his family’s life. He will be missed by Dr. John Aversa, Sr. (Ellen), Dr. Kristen Aversa, Dr. John Aversa, Jr. (Heidi), Dr. David Aversa (Claudia) and Monica (Joel.) Carl will also be remembered by best friends Nick Scasino, Dexter Stanley and Melba Pendergrass who were more like a siblings to him. In similar fashion, Carl will be missed dearly by children such as Bryce Rucker whom he helped teach to walk, Cody Scasino whom he enjoyed watching play basketball and Siena Kyriakides whom he coached. Carl will be forever missed by many godchildren, cousins, nephews and nieces. Carl is predeceased by his father Alvin Sr., his brothers Andrew and Eddie Hall, maternal grandmothers Eva-Mae Newton and Mattie McKenzie and paternal grandparents Christine and Andrew Hall. Carl will be missed by many far and near yet his family finds peace and comfort knowing that his life left an impact that will long be felt and remembered.

Carl Newton

October 13, 1967 - November 27, 2018