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Meet Ric, Bob, and Our Funeral Home Staff
We Are Committed To Excellence
Both native Chicoans, Ric Newton and Bob Bracewell bring with their partnership over 55 years of combined funeral service experience to Newton-Bracewell Funeral Homes and Chico Memorial Mausoleum.

Ric Newton graduated from the San Francisco College of Mortuary Science, and later received his master's degree at California State University, Chico. He is Past President for the California Funeral Directors Association.

Bob Bracewell graduated from Cypress College of Mortuary Science. He is an active member in many local civic organizations dedicated toward maintaining and improving the quality of our community.

Ric Newton and his family
Ric and Family (click photo to enlarge)
Bob Bracewell and his family
Bob and Family (click photo to enlarge)


Colene Newton, Administrative Assistant

Sheryl Bracewell, Bookkeeper


Shawntel Newton, Funeral Arranger


Dane Bracewell, Funeral Arranger



Darren Henman Sr., Funeral Director

Scott Lang
, Funeral Arranger


Mike Minard, Support Staff

Rosanne Reese, Funeral Arranger
Paradise Office


Amy Hawes, Pre Planning Advisor

Tim Westbrook, Pre-need Counselor


Bill Andrus, Pre-need Counselor


The staff at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home is dedicated to serving the needs of their community with the deepest respect and dignity. They are always available to answer questions and concerns about any aspect of their services.

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