Cyril Newman

Cyril (Redvas) "Redvas" Newman

1928 - 2008

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Obituary of Cyril (Redvas) Newman

On August 15, Redvas Cyril Newman of Winnipeg, formerly of Sleeman, Ontario passed away at the age of 80. Cyril will be lovingly remembered by sons Guy (Florence), Mark, Craig (Colleen), and Kevin (Tracy); granddaughters Jennifer and Jodi; grandson Tristan; great granddaughter Mercedez and sister Norma. His wife Betty and parents predeceased him. Cyril was born in Balsam Bay, Manitoba. As a young man he loved music and enjoyed playing the harmonica and accordion. He began working at various jobs until he moved to Atikokan and met his future wife Betty. The couple moved to Sleeman in 1959 where he owned and operated a dairy farm for many years. Cyril and Betty moved to Sprague after selling the farm to be closer to Craig and Colleen until they moved into Winnipeg personal care homes in 2001. Following Cyril’s wishes a Memorial Service will be held Wed, August 20 at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Dr, Steinbach with burial at Balsam Bay, MB at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 200 - 6 Donald Street; Wpg., MB R3L 0K6