Paul Newey

Paul Jay Newey, 82, passed away on October 13, 2026, comfortable in the home that he loved.

Paul was born July 22, 1944, in Ogden, Utah to John and Genevieve Newey. He and his older sister, Majken, were raised in beautiful Huntsville, Utah. He enjoyed all the perks of small-town living and growing up near his grandparents and cousins; he was especially close to his cousin, David.

Every Sunday, the family would gather at Grandma and Grandpa’s for ice cream and fun. On other days, Paul helped out on local farms, milking cows and hauling hay. He learned his strong work ethic from his father. Once the work was done, he and his friends enjoyed camping, fishing, riding horses, and sneaking peas from the farm truck as it drove by the corner. Paul especially loved reminiscing about a particular Young Men’s trip led by Sterling Wood. Paul and his friends piled into a sheep truck and traveled south to Hole in the Rock, Utah. The experience was so unforgettable that Paul arranged a reunion a few years ago to gather and look at the pictures and exchange memories from the trip.

After graduating from Weber High in 1962, Paul joined the Marines—in part to avoid being drafted. His stint in the military turned out to be short lived. While he was in boot camp, Paul broke out in a serious rash and was discharged as a result.

Paul was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and devoted two years of his life to serve a mission. He was called to the California mission in September 1963. Paul liked to tell a story from early in his mission when his companion was leading a lesson with an investigator. When Paul joined the conversation, the investigator said, “I didn’t know he could talk!” He may have been soft spoken, but he was a dedicated, lifelong member of the Church, serving in many callings including Young Men’s, two Bishoprics, High Councilman, Executive Secretary, and Elder’s Quorum Secretary.

After his mission, Paul attended Weber College. He initially planned to become a schoolteacher but had a change of heart. Instead, he pursued a degree in Police Science and a minor in Political Science. One day, Paul noticed a beautiful young lady working at the snack counter in the Union Building. He mustered up the courage to buy a pack of gum and strike up a conversation with her. That gum went on to become the best investment of his life, since he ended up marrying her. Paul and Lesley (Hines) dated, fell in love and eventually married on March 2, 1967, in the Salt Lake Temple.

Paul landed a job working the graveyard shift for the Weber County Sheriff’s Office while he was still in college, and he spent most of his career there. Eventually, he rose to the position of Chief Deputy under Sheriff, Craig Dearden. Paul made dear friendships during his time in law enforcement, many of which lasted long after retirement.

After Paul retired from the Sheriff's Office, he worked security in the Salt Lake Church History Building on Temple Square and the Juvenile Court in Ogden. He also worked at the Box Elder County Jail and sat on the Huntsville Town Council for a time. Even though much of Paul’s career in law enforcement put him in the company of criminals, he always believed most were good people who had made bad choices in life.

Paul enjoyed his career, but his true calling was being a husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Paul and Lesley raised six children. They served and sacrificed for their children and provided a great childhood for them. After their children left the nest, Sundays again became a day for the family to gather, and Paul and Lesley always had treats for everyone. Fourth of July celebrations became an anticipated family affair that came to include a giant inflatable water slide, multiple kiddie pools, and water balloon fights.

Together, Paul and Lesley enjoyed watching Utah Jazz games—even during the toughest seasons. Paul would watch from his recliner with a Diet Mountain Dew in hand. He always said, “Water will rust your pipes,” after all. The two of them also enjoyed many wonderful trips to Southern Utah. Their favorite place to visit was Zion National Park. Paul was very devoted to Lesley, and he cared for her diligently as her health declined. He took over the chores that she had always done and kept up with the traditions they had built together when she passed—the Fourth of July celebrations continued and everyone in the family received a card in the mail just in time for their birthday.

Later in his life, Paul took regular morning walks around Huntsville with his sister, Majken. He kept a standing lunch meeting with a group of friends from his days in law enforcement, and every week their stories got a little bigger and better. He worked hard to keep a beautiful garden where he grew pumpkins and peas to share with his family. He splurged on a new tractor that he used at every opportunity. He was always reading a book or studying Church history, the history of the West, or family genealogy. This interest eventually led him to join The Sons of Utah Pioneers, and he enjoyed the speakers and meetings that helped to further his knowledge.

Paul was generous—on snowy mornings he would take the time to plow every driveway on the block. He was funny—one of his favorite jokes was “if a couple from Huntsville divorced, would they still be cousins?” He was patient—as long as you didn’t cut him off in traffic.

Most of all, Paul was deeply humble and had an appreciation for life, for his family, his friends, and every experience that came his way. He often said he had a good life.
We all feel blessed to have been a part of it.

Paul is survived by his six children, Lisa (Marc) Moxham, Jeff (Stacy) Newey, Jana (Jeremy) Asbill, Brett Newey, Jen (Chris) Checketts, and Matt (Felisha) Newey. He is also survived by his fourteen grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren, as well as his sister, Majken Harris. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lesley; his parents, John and Genevieve Phillips Newey; son-in-law, Jason Bowden; along with his mother and father-in-law, Melvin and Marian Parker Hines.

A viewing will be held Sunday, October 18th, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Monday, October 19th, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. at the Huntsville Church.
His funeral service will be held Monday, October 19th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Huntsville Church 277 S. 7400 E., Huntsville, Utah. He will be laid to rest at the Huntsville Cemetery following his service.

All services entrusted to Myers Mortuary in Ogden, Utah.