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Nashville street renamed in honor of fallen deputy

Posted on Sep. 22, 2020 WTVF NEWS

A portion of a Nashville street has been renamed in honor of a deputy who was killed in the line of duty 25 years ago, WTVF reported.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT/WTVF) -A portion of a Nashville street has been renamed in honor of a deputy who was killed in the line of duty 25 years ago, WTVF reported.

According to the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, a portion of Summer Place is now officially known as Jerry Newson Way.

WTVF reported Newson was attempting to serve an eviction notice on Briggs Avenue when he was shot and killed. Newson was 33-years-old.

“For years, Summer Place sat in the shadow of the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office warrant division and training academy. This building was demolished a couple years ago to make way for the sheriff’s office new headquarters,” Hall said. “It was extremely important to keep Jerry’s memory alive and we felt there was no better way to do that than rename the street in his honor. Forevermore, our headquarters will be located at One Jerry Newson Way.”

DCSO said Hall approached District 6 Council Member Brett Withers about renaming the street. The Metro Council passed an ordinance in July, granting the request.

WTVF reported, Newson was a Tennessee State University graduate and worked at the sheriff’s office for seven years.

Retired Police Officer
NYPD

September 23, 2020

Rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 22, 2020

Deputy Sheriff Newson,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Davidson County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 22, 2020

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over them. You are a true hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 22, 2013

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones on this anniversary date of you being called away from duty. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones. Always know that you will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 22, 2011

It's been over 15 years now and there's not a day goes by that I don't think of my former Partner.I'll never forget at the end of our shift on 9/21/95.Our last conversation was Jerry was going home to Arkansas for vacation to do some fishing with his Aunt.And I was taken the next day off to golf.
I often think that if I had been on duty on the day of his death if the outcome would be different.
Miss you man!
Bubba.

Captain James (Bubba) Warren
Davidson county Sheriff's Office

December 6, 2010

God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.


Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

August 18, 2010

I met your sister yesterday heard many stories of how awestome her brother was and much you meant to her and her children. You are missed so much.

Elizabeth SisterinLaw of Fallen Officer

June 20, 2010

Thank you for your service Brother Newson, your Family and Friends will remain in my thoughts and prayers on your 14 year EOW.

Rest easy Deputy, See you on the other side

Deputy and Firefighter
Southwest Florida

September 22, 2009

To the family and friends of Deputy Jerry Newson and his fellow officers:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to pay honor to Jerry's memory on the thirteenth anniversary of the day Jerry so tragically lost his life. His heroism, valor and bravery will bew forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you. Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are still experiencing.

I regret that the family and department did not receive the full measure of justice they deserved in the criminal proceedings, and that it took 11 years for justice to prevail. How sad that your parents didn't live to see the day.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service Deputy Newson gave to his community and the citizens of Tennessee, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 21, 1995.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

September 23, 2008

To the family and friends of Deputy Jerry Newson and his fellow officers:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to pay honor to Jerry's memory on the thirteenth anniversary of the day Jerry so tragically lost his life. His heroism, valor and bravery will bew forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you. Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are still experiencing.

I regret that the family and department did not receive the full measure of justice they deserved in the criminal proceedings, and that it took 11 years for justice to prevail. How sad that your parents didn't live to see the day.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service Deputy Newson gave to his community and the citizens of Tennessee, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 21, 1995.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

September 23, 2008

Though I never had the pleasure of knowing Officer Newson personally, others around my agency have nothing but the highest regards and opinion of him. My deepest sympathies to his family, friends, and co-workers. His watch maybe over but his memory and spirit will never end. Rest in peace my brother.

Officer Chris Stallings
Davidson County Sheriff's Office

June 27, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 29, 2008

Jerry, you are not forgotten. Your bravery is remembered by all in our agency. Thank you for your hard work. May God continue to bless you and your family.

Officer Wilfert
Davidson County Sheriff's Office

October 27, 2007

Sheriff Newson, thank you for your brave service. My prayers are with your son, family, friends, and Police brothers and sisters. So much of your work goes unsung -- a crucial reminder to not take anything for granted.

Timothy Reise
Nashville, TN (cousin of Chicago Police Officer)

May 10, 2007

I had the priviledge to work with and play ball with Jerry, I think of him and our loss every day I walk in the office. Forever, Jerry and his family are in our hearts and prayers !

Sgt. Kelvin Hopkins
Davidson County Sheriff's Office

September 22, 2004

I worked with Jerry for two years. Jerry was the best and always had that big happy smile. I will always remember him and the kindness in which he treated others.

Detective Lee Martin
Broward Sheriff's Office

August 12, 2004

Remembering you on the anniversary of your death. May God comfort
all those who are still grieving your passing. Life is difficult at times
andthe Lord Jesus wants to help carry our burdens. He gives us many
beautiful promises in His Word to help us through our valleys. I pray you
will feel His presence and know His peace. God bless!

Lynn Kole
Washington State

September 22, 2003

No one is forgotten. You are not forgotten. rest easy and thank you for your service.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)

September 22, 2003