Analie Sonja (Sumner) Sheppard Newman, a beloved member of the Gainesville, MO community, passed away on March 6, 2024, at Baxter Regional Medical Center. Born on August 21, 1938, in St. Louis, MO, Analie was the daughter of Zelma Leona (Smith) Sumner and Charles Curtis Sumner.

Analie dedicated her life to nurturing her family, raising six children, and creating a warm and loving home. Her talent for sewing was renowned, as she crafted extravagant dresses for various occasions, including weddings and the annual Hootin and Hollarin festival. She also immersed herself in community service, serving as a member of the Gainesville fire department auxiliary and even holding the position of board president at one time. Analie's love for animals, particularly cats, was evident to all who knew her. She was also a devoted member of the Eastern Star.

On November 26, 2011, Analie was united in marriage to Duane Leon Newman, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her six children: Russell James Sheppard, Terry Lynn Sheppard, both of Gainesville, Douglas Eugene Sheppard, Bryan Edward Sheppard of Forsyth, Billy Joe Sheppard of Hermitage, TN, and daughter Peggy Sue Walrath of Gainesville, along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Janice Barciszewski and brother William Sumner, both of Poplar Bluff.

Analie was preceded in death by her husband Duane Leon Newman, her parents Charles and Zelma, brothers Charles Sumner, David Sumner, sisters Leona Zurbriggen, Rosalie Rheer, and Elizabeth Sumner.

A service honoring Analie's life will be held on March 9, 2024, at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home in Gainesville. The service will commence at 2 p.m. in the Clinkingbeard Funeral Home Chapel, preceded by visitation from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Bural will follow at the Gainesville Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, MO.