Jerry Newland, 39, Tempe, Ariz., and formerly of Celina, died at 10:17 p.m. Nov. 28, 2009 at Maricopa County Hospital, Tempe, Ariz. Police are investigating his death as a homicide.

He was born Jan. 18, 1970, in Celina to Pat and James Newland. His mother survives in Celina.

Other survivors are four children; a brother, Tim Newland; and a sister, Lori LeCompte, Celina.

He was a construction worker.

Private services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.