John Douglas Newell

John Douglas Newell

John Newell Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from Jul. 17 to Jul. 18, 2010.
NEWELL, John Douglas (Doug) Passed away peacefully on July 7th, 2010 in his 89th year. Left to mourn his loving wife, Ada, his daughter Gwen, son Wayne and two stepsons, Shaun and Terry. He had 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Andrews Newton Presbyterian Church 7147 124th St. Surrey, on July 21st at 1 pm. With Reverend Jeff Jay officiating. Tea to follow. The family would like to thank the staff at Crescent Gardens for their care of Doug over the past two years. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alzheimer Society of BC.

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John Robert Keyser

July 29, 2010

Ada - Sorry I was away for Uncle Doug's remembrance, but want to let you know what high reguard I always held for Doug. I remember the first time you and I met at the Disney parking lot in CA. I know you will be at peace knowing what a great person he was to all the Keyser family. Best regards.
Bob Keyser

Dana Edythe's daughter Backus

July 20, 2010

Ada and family, I am sorry to learn of Uncle Doug passing the last of his that Newell family so very sad. My thoughts are with you at this time.

July 18, 2010

Rest in peace my friend

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