Anita Lillian Newman (nee Olford/Snelgrove)
February 4, 2025
Obituary
It is with sadness that we announce that Anita Newman, age 92, passed away peacefully at home on Feb 4, 2025.
Anita grew up in St. John’s, with her parents (Beatrice and Hedley Snelgrove) and her three sisters.
She graduated from the Grace Hospital School of Nursing and in 1954 married William Newman, a loving marriage that would last 70 years.
They had 4 children, 4 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild.
Anita loved spending time with her family, including many extended trips to Ontario to visit the grandkids.
Anita also loved going to ‘the country’ (their cabin on Grand Pond). She enjoyed gardening and watching the birds (which she made sure were well fed). She also enjoyed the ‘happy hour’ tradition, sharing stories and laughter with her Grand Pond friends.
Anita was loving, kind, and wise and will be lovingly remembered and missed by her family and friends.
She leaves to mourn, husband Bill,
Children Paul (Janet), Keith, Lisa (John), and Lori (Geoff), Grandchildren Lauren (Kiefer), Sam, Lucy & Kate, great granddaughter Hazel, and sisters June, Lorna and Beth.
She was predeceased by her parents Edmund, Beatrice and Hedley, sister Sonia and brothers in law George, Fred and Stan.
Cremation has taken place.
A visitation to celebrate Anita will be held at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. from 2 – 4 pm. Tuesday, Feb 18th.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on February 18, 2025
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Condolences to Mr. Newman, Paul, Keith, Lisa, and Lori. I am just seeing this now and so sorry to hear of Mrs. Newman’s passing. She had a long and full life with lots of love and laughter so I’m sure it is a time of giving thanks and remembering all the good times. It doesn’t make it any easier and your loss is great so may those memories bring your comfort in the months ahead. My family goes way back to the 70’s with the trailering crowd who would treck out across the island every summer, enjoying every minute of the many adventures! Thinking of you especially Lisa at this time.
Paul, Janet and Lauren
Deepest condolences on the passing of your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. Thinking of you all.
Bill and family – My sincere condolences on Anita’s passing.
Newman Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Newman Family,
Please accept our sincere condelsences.
Mr. Newman & family,
I was so sorry to hear this sad news. I have such wonderful memories many summers spent in Happy Adventure with Mr. & Mrs. Newman, Lori and Lisa….not to mention the many get togethers and dinner parties..Mrs. Newman will be missed…
Uncle Bill, Paul, Keith, Lisa, Lori….I’m so saddened to hear of Aunt “Neets” passing. The flood of happy memories is endless, filled with laughter and joy. God Bless!
Bill and family……Sincerest Condolences on the recent passing of your dear wife and mother..Rest peacefully Anita.
Ivy and Toby Saint
Sincere Condolences to Paul and Family on
the passing of your Mother. She certainly
lived a full life at the age of 92 yrs. May She
Rest in Peace. God Bless!
Bill and family, so sorry to hear about Anita’s passing. She was a lovely lady who certainly will be missed on the Hodgewater Line. Take care and cherish all the wonderful memories of a life well lived. Sincerely Paul and Sharon Moores
Mr. Newman, Lori, Lisa, Paul, Keith and family:
I remember Mrs. Newman as such a wonderful person and all the great times she shared with my parents back in the day.
I am very sorry to hear of her passing. My deepest sympathy.
Greg
My deepest condolences to Bill, Lori, Lisa, Paul , Keith. and family.
I have only memories of what a kind sweet soul Anita was.
Sorry to hear of her passing.
Uncle Bill, Paul, Keith, Lisa and Lori,
So sorry to hear of Aunt Anita’s passing. We are thinking of you at this difficul ttime and sending our deepest condolences. I hope you find strength in the beautiful memories you shared together.
Boyd and Marie
Paul, Janet and family. So sorry to read of your Mom’s passing! My condolences to all the family and especially to your Dad!
So sorry to hear of Aunt Anita’s passing . Sending our deepest condolences to you all at this very difficult time.
Karen & Jerry
My condolences to the family.
I found of memories of our time together and visiting at the cabin.
We enjoyed a few years as neighbours and later as friends..
You are an n my thoughts and prayers
Shirley Kean and family
Paul, Janet and family
Paul, we are sorry to hear of the passing of your mother.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family .
Bill and family…So sorry to hear of Anita’s passing.. We were a part of several “Happy Hour gatherings at their cozy cabin where Anita and Bill welcomed everyone warmly….I especially loved looking at her many plants and veggies growing on her deck and my granddaughter still has the houseplant Anita gave het. Anita was a kind ,gentle lady and will be missed by all her friends on the Hodgewater Line. Rest in Peace sweet Lady!
Uncle Bill, Paul, Keith, Lisa and Lori….. there’s a handful of people outside one’s family who would know you, your entire life…… your Mom is one of those people. Aunt Anita (always Aunt ‘Neet’ to us) was a very special person. I will forever cherish her love, amazing spirit, coolest style …. And the ability to always relate to us ‘kids’ as equals!! She was truly one of a kind….. and I hope she’s enjoying happy hour with Mom sipping on manhattans somewhere beyond this life.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Anita.
Jane Delbene (nee Oliver, daughter of Betty [Snelgrove] Oliver of Grates Cove)
London U.K.
So sorry to read of Mrs. Newman’s passing. My condolences go out to her family.
Lisa/ John and family. Your Cheema team mates pass along our sincere condolences.