Mary Newman

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved

Mom (Nana) Mary Newman who departed this world on Wednesday January

3rd,surrounded by her loved ones. Mary was predeceased by her husband Donald Newman in 2007, and leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and

enduring strength that will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Born in Glasgow Scotland, one of 11 siblings Mary grew up surrounded by love, and she

carried that love with her throughout her entire life. Her dedication to family was

unparalleled, and her actions spoke louder than words. Mary was a nurturing soul. Her

selflessness and boundless love created a home filled with laughter, understanding, and a

sense of belonging.

She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend, touching the lives of those

around her with her unwavering love and generosity. Mary was a mother to Edward,

Elizabeth and Donna. Her great joy was in the love of her family and her 8 grandsons,

Adam, Jeffrey, Sean, Erik(Jaimie), Ryan(Cheyenne), Duncan(Melanie), Holden and Carter.

Mary was also a great-grandmother to Reid, Adeline, Indiana, Sampson and soon to arrive

baby girl Cochrane. Her life was a testament to the power of resilience and the beauty of a

spirit that radiated joy even in the face of adversity.

Mary cherished family gatherings, creating countless memories through holidays,

birthdays, and simple moments of togetherness. Her joy was contagious, and her ability to

make each family member feel valued and loved was a gift that will forever be cherished.

Mary leaves behind many friends in the communities of Glasgow, Greater Toronto,

Edmonton, Nanaimo and Victoria.

As we mourn her passing, let us also celebrate the beautiful life she lived and the profound

impact she had on all who knew her. Mary will be dearly missed but forever remembered

for her grace, resilience, and the enduring love she bestowed upon her family and friends.

A memorial service to honor and remember Mary will be held on Monday January 8th at

2pm at Gordon United Church in Langford. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests

that donations be made to the ALS Society in Mary’s memory.

May she rest in eternal peace with her love Don, and may her memory continue to inspire

us to live our lives with the same love, compassion, and strength that she exemplified

throughout her remarkable journey.

With deepest condolences,