Demetrius R. "Metruis" Newkirk Jr. Obituary in Belle Glade at Camel Funeral Home

Obituary For Demetrius R. "Metruis" Newkirk Jr.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS:

VIEWING: Friday, November 12, 2021 6:00p.m. United Missionary Baptist Church 225 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee, FL 33476

SERVICE: Saturday, November 13, 2021 1:00p.m. United Missionary Baptist Church 225 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee FL 33476

INTERNMENT: Saturday, November 13, 2021 Port Mayaca Cemetery 23900 SW Kanner Hwy, Canal Point, FL 33438

Remembering Demetrius Reneus Newkirk Jr. January 31, 1989 -- October 31, 2021 On January 31, 1989, Angela Saulberry- Newkirk and Demetrius R. Newkirk Sr. welcomed home their first son Demetrius Reneus Newkirk Jr. in Pahokee Florida. Whom they affectionately referred to as “Metruis” by family members and close friends. At a young age Metrius accepted Christ as his savior when he was Baptized and became a member at Mt. Mariah Baptist Church under Reverend Biggs of Pahokee, Florida. He was educated through the school District of Palm Beach County where he was a member of Pahokee Middle – Senior High School Class of 2007. From his parents Angie and Dee- Dee he learned to be a hard worker, a leader, and a jokester. Both parents instilled love, respect, and the importance of unity into Demetrius R. Newkirk Jr. He always carried a loving smile and a unique laugh to match. Demetrius childhood journey originated in Padgett Island where he started out playing marbles, volleyball, and football in the neighborhood. The family moved to Cypress Avenue, and he encountered more friends and developed a hobby for ATV Sports. Demetrius encountered a passion for a traditional sport that originated in the Glades “Rabbit Hunting”, which was inspired by his Uncle James. He had a love of football and admired the Florida Gators of Gainesville and the New York Giants. Metrius was an active “Gamer” and collector of Play Station Systems. But mostly he enjoyed joking around with family and friends. As he begins to grow on his journey, Metrius obtained and secured his employment with the Thalle Construction Company, A Tully Group Company. He worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator. At work he will be remembered as the go-to person very dependable and always willing to get the job done. Demetrius R. Newkirk Jr. will be remembered by his loved ones as a humbled, loving, and kind- hearted father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, grandson, and friend. Demetrius R. Newkirk leaves his loving parents to cherish his memory: Angela C. Saulsberry- Newkirk and Demetrius R. Newkirk Sr. (Tomytea); He is survived by his children Demetrius R. Newkirk III and DeJavian Reshaud Newkirk; Siblings: Devarious Newkirk Sr., De’Kayla Newkirk, Devante Newkirk, De’Angela Newkirk, De’Ashley Newkirk, Demetria Newkirk, Delana Turner ( Edward), Skylar Newkirk, Raleigh Newkirk and Caleb Seymore (Stepbrother) ;Grand Parents: Rosetta and James Saulsberry Sr., Lola Blackman and; Aunts: Twalla Whitlock ( Leroy), Shilette Newkirk, Shiquanta Newkirk, Shineaka Newkirk, and Shirelle Pinkney ( Anthony); Uncles: James Saulberry Jr., Octavian Prince, Darrell Newkirk, Drexel Newkirk; Nephews: Kasion Toribio, Devarious Newkirk Jr., Trenton Newkirk, and Edward Turner; Devoted Neices: Princiahna Newkirk, E’nyius Turner, Teaurri Smith, E’lani Turner, De’Shanunti Newkirk, and Kristina Newkirk ;Great Aunts: Sarah Edwards, Bernice Bell, Donna Bell, Clora Bell, Gloria Shirley, and Yvonne Smith; Great Uncle: Willie Bell (Cora). He built a special bond with his cousins: Kandice Pryce, La’Feria Saulberry, Jacquetta Shazier, JD Shazier, Jamal Shazier, Ken’ Jarvis Peterkin, Dennis Peterkin Jr., Lajarvis Pittman, Brandon Bell Jr, Latori Morgan, Matoria Morales, Dexter Dukes, Kareem Williams , Jybray Barber, Jartarus Walker, Kenneth Peterkin Jr. Otis Harvey III and Isaiah Pugh. Godmother Veronica Bellamy and Godsister Eriel Roberts Metrius also shared a lifetime of memories with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends ; Dearest Friends: Tyrone Campbell, Alonzo Simmons, Justin Jenkins, Jarvoris Lee, Horatio Reeves, Jamarkis Bouie, Gregory Hylton & the others Ave St. Boyz. Demetrius Newkirk Jr. is proceed in death by grandfather Norman Newkirk Sr., Ocie Saulberry (Aunt), Norman Newkirk Jr. (Uncle); Trudy Jones (Great Aunt) Marion Bell (Great Uncle);In addition, seven great uncles and two great aunts

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Newkirk family, all of you, I'm sending nothing but love to you ALL! THANK YALL FOR LOVING ME through MY tough TIMES! -TaeTae Stay strong for big bro that's all we can do!

I love you Brother-Del'Kis

never going to be okay with you missing from our lives in this world. the love everyone has for you still burn bright on earth we all love you peace forever more god status Demetrius Jr.

On behalf of the smith family we send our deepest condolences to his parents and siblings but most of all his kids🥲🥲 never will forget outer upbringing rest well metrius we love you but god loved u best!!!!!!!

Dang Bro, Who Would've Thought I'd Be Writing About You On A Page Like This (So Soon😩) It'll Never Sit Well With Me How You Got Taken Away From Us, But You Better Know You'll Forever Live On In Our Lives & It's Forever #JusticeForYou 😓🙏🏾💚 I Love You So Much G, It's Sad Somebody Hated All The Love You Had To Give To Everybody, They Wanted To Be Selfish With You But God Said NO, He Is My Child & I Feel A Sense Of Comfort Knowing You're Being Taken Good Care Of Now & No More Worries Baby!!! Lil Sis Kayla Loves You Beyond Understanding 😇💜🙏🏾🤞🏾😘 Until We Meet Again Brother😘

My Metrius, My soulmate, & My best-friend this one hurt me so much. I never in a million years would've thought that I would receive that call. From that day forward I've been replaying all of our conversations and all of the crazy things we've done together. I'm so glad we had lots of memories together old ones and new ones. The thought of not getting my one phone call a week because that's what we agreed to is so heart breaking. The thought of not being able to hear your voice and see that smile dang it's eating me up. I know your in a much better place now but why so soon. I most definitely know that you looking down at all of us laughing at us all because we look sooo ugly while we crying. I love you always and forever... Until we meet again. My condolences to your parents, all of your siblings and the rest of the family love y'all forever. 💙💔💚🥺

My brother, my protector, my everything is now gone, you took a big piece of my heart with you,I'll never be okay with knowing that I'll never hear your voice again, see that smile again, have a drink with you again etc. you're in a much better place now but I just don't understand why you? You hurt me with this one who would've ever thought I'll lose someone so close to me ? I love you for life and after big bro 💚💚💚 You'll forever live through me I promise you that. 🤞🏽🤞🏽

Our deepest condolences and prayers for the family I always seen you as a nephew and always will....we love you metrius and you will never be forgotten ❤

My big bradda il always remember. I looked up to you as one i could take lessons from and be coached on alot. Il never forget them good memories we shared most definitely il never forget the bad days u turn into good days. When we was together your family took me as family and my family gone remember u as family. A this coming from yo lil brother frog i gotta make your legacy mine now. Sorry to say i really cant attend your go away but remember u always in my heart. Love Always 💙💙😭💚💚

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So sad this happened to you, I'm praying god gives your family the strength they need🙏🏼

You was such an amazing person taken from us way to soon. You are deeply messed by everyone here who truly love you. Your name will forever live on & justice will be served. I love you. It will never be a goodbye. Continue to watch over us our precious angel🕊💙 FOREVER LLDEMETRIUS😘 My deepest condolences to the family. Prayers sent 🙏🏽

Yooo Gun I love you baby I see my mom waiting at the gates for the one who made her an Aunt. I can see her smiling with tears in her eyes. Telling you it gone be ok and thanking you for always having our backs. I love you cuh and this one cut us deep. 💔😢 - Ace Shazier

Yooo Gun I love you baby I see my mom waiting at the gates for the one who made her an Aunt. I can see her smiling with tears in her eyes. Telling you it gone be ok and thanking you for always having our backs. I love you cuh and this one cut us deep. 💔😢