Taffy Newhart

Taffy Newhart

November 10, 1955- November 2. 2026

Taffy will be remembered for her genuine personality, contagious smile, and unmistakable sense of humor. She was absolutely hilarious, never afraid to speak her mind, and could be brutally honest, and unapologetically blunt. She had a way of making people laugh, whether they were ready for it or not. She was outgoing, would speak to anyone, and made friends everywhere she went, and certainly never left anyone wondering what was on her mind. Taffy would give her shirt to help a stranger, or a friend in need. She was kind and empathetic to the core.

Taffy loved her cat, and her family so much! She often worked 2 or 3 jobs to support her children when they were young. Her favorite job was working in home health care. She loved to care for people, often to the point that she would put herself last.

She also had an uncanny love for food, and spoke of recipes as often as she could ! She loved to feed people, and make sure they were fed. Her hobbies were painting, crocheting, and watching soap operas. She had a passion for music and loved dancing !

She is survived by her children Liza Spaulding, and Digory Spaulding & Sarah House. Her Grandchildren Breanna Lederman & Billy Bartholomew, Grey Vorhis, and Ella Zahradnik, and her great granddaughter Crimson Bartholomew, and bonus great grandchildren Landon Bartholomew, Elizabeth Bartholomew, and Alyx Bartholomew.

She is also survived by her sister, Pam Newhart Kutka & Rick Kutka, and her nieces and nephew. She is also survived by her beloved cat Frankie, and her best friend for years Cletus Davis.

She was preceded in death by her parents Calvin James Newhart Jr and Lois Marion (Nelson) Newhart.

Having lost her own mother at such a young age, Taffy understood the pain of losing someone so important. It was a loss that stayed with her throughout her life. We hope she has finally found peace and is reunited with the loved ones who went before her in Paradise.

Memorial service open to the public 10:00 am - 12 pm at Bangs Funeral home On Friday, November 13, 2026

And a celebration of life for all who loved her in the Warmer months of 2027, the date will be announced in the paper.