Alexander J. Newman

Alexander J. Newman, age 31, of Farmington Hills, formerly of Novi and Northville, passed away December 8, 2024. He was born October 29, 1993 in Southfield, Michigan; son of John and Darlene (Gallarno) Newman.  Alex graduated from Northville High School; class of 2012. He continued his education at Wayne State University in Detroit where he earned a Bachelor of Arts with a minor in Design and Merchandising. Alex lovingly shared his life with his partner of 8 years, Cody Guerrero.

Following high school, Alex began a successful career in the fashion industry, excelling as a  retail store manager and visual merchandiser. He brought his keen eye for design and creativity to brands such as Forever 21, Banana Republic, Pitaya, and Cotton On. Alex had a remarkable talent for crafting visually stunning displays and ensuring stores looked their best. His flair for design earned him numerous opportunities to travel across the country and assist in opening new fast-fashion retail locations. Through his work, Alex created inviting and stylish shopping experiences, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.

Alex was a passionate and dedicated freestyle figure skater whose love for the ice spanned over two decades. He laced up his first pair of skates at the age of 5 and began competing just a year later. Known for his relentless work ethic, Alex trained tirelessly, dedicating 5 to 6 days a week to on-ice practice, as well as off-ice conditioning and training to hone his craft. His hard work and talent earned him numerous medals in competitions, including the honor of being a two-time Eastern Region Men’s Champion. Alex's grace, determination, and love for skating included membership in the United States Figure Skating Association, the Detroit Skating Club, and the Skating Club of Novi.

Alex was most comfortable at home, surrounded by the people he loved most. Sunday dinners with family were a cherished tradition, and his beloved cats, Stu, Audra, and Moose, were his constant companions. Growing up, he shared a special bond with his golden doodle, Maxwell, who adored him and was always eager to follow the commands he was taught. Alex also had a love for travel, exploring destinations like Paris, London, and various parts of Europe, and as a child he treasured the memories from visits to Disney. He especially loved his time in Bay Harbor, where he could relax by the lake, enjoy shopping, and escape the busyness of daily life.

Alex had a love for pop culture and stayed connected through reality TV, YouTube, and social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok. He enjoyed keeping up with current events and entertainment news by listening to his favorite podcasts. An avid gamer, Alex especially loved playing The Sims on his PC, where he adopted many different characters. He had a passion for music and his playlists included Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chapel Roan among his favorite artists. Alex was deeply loved by his family and friends and will forever be in the hearts of those who cherished him.

He is survived by his loving partner, Cody Guerrero; his parents, John and Darlene Newman; his in-laws, Frank and Pam Guerrero; his brother-in-law, Cameron (Tara) Guerrero; his nephew, Colton Guerrero; his grandfather, Gerald Scarborough; his grandmother, Margaret Guerrero; his aunts and uncles, Cheryl (Roger) Wagner, Robert Newman, Jr., Debra (Edward) Santangelo, and James “Kelly” (Beth) Newman; and many cousins and friends.  He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Mary Helen Scarborough and Leone Gallarno; and his grandfathers, Robert Newman, Sr. and Harold Gallarno.

The visitation will be held Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Casterline Funeral Home, 122 West Dunlap, Northville.

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Easterseals MORC , attn: Development Department, 2399 E. Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326.  Make sure to designate on the donation Easterseals’ services.