Newt was born in Quesnel, BC on April 5, 1930. He grew up in 153 Mile House, then Abbotsford BC. After high school Newt served in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1948-53. “Red” served on the HMCS Athabaskan and during the Korean War. Newt and Flo married May, 1952 and moved to Burnaby in 1955. Newt joined BC Telephone Company in 1953, and proudly worked there until his retirement in 1986.
Newt is survived by his wife Flo of 67 years, and their 4 daughters, Kathie (Dave), Leslie, Debbie (Bernard), and Susie (Dave). Also survived by his 7 grandchildren, Darryl (Shara), Kevin, Dawn (Deen), Michael, Danielle, Jordan (Stephanie), Tyler (Rosa) and 4 great granddaughters, Addison, Chloe, Danae and Desirae. Also survived by his sisters Verna and Dorothy. Predeceased by his brother Charles in 2013.
Newt’s love for his family was pure and unconditional. His gentle temperament, patience, kindness and empathy will forever be remembered by those who knew and loved him. It’s our turn to say “Drive careful” Dad!
No service by request.