1940 – 2023
After a brief illness, our husband, dad, papa and brother went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Friday, October 6, 2023.
Gaylord will be lovingly remembered by his wife Elizabeth, sons Terry (Jennifer), Chris (Jennifer), Travis and Garth (Jennifer), his grandchildren, family and friends.
Gaylord was born June 26, 1940 at St Ouens. His family owned the country store, he attended the one room school and played in the river, an idyllic childhood. He developed a love for nature and hunting. A farm accident at age 5 left him totally deaf in one ear and a car accident at age 21 left him limping but he always persevered with no complaining.
At the insistence of his friend Jack Zielke , who packed Gaylord’s suitcase and marshalled him into the car, he got a job with Kimberley Clark paper mill in Terrace Bay. He spent several good years there and made many trips back to visit his friend Harold Prill. After that he worked for Atomic Energy Canada Ltd. for 33 years as a reactor operator. He accepted Jesus as his Savior and Lord and used his love of music to serve him at every opportunity. Together with Gordon Klepatz he founded the Manitoba Gospel Music Jamboree.
In 1980 he married Elizabeth Brown, the love of his life and together they raised four sons Terry, Chris, Travis and Garth. Later 3 daughters–in-law were added. Each of them named Jen! In 2019 when he was informed he would be a grandpa he was over the moon. He enjoyed farming, hunting, travelling and making firewood. One of his favorite sayings was, ”Happiness is Dad with a big woodpile!”
In 2001, he along with his son Garth canoed the Brokenhead River all the way to Lake Winnipeg. In 2019 his lifelong friend John Weilgosh passed away. Gaylord always called him, ”My one armed chum”. When he was 78 years old he cut down a large elm tree, had it sawn into lumber and had his coffin built by another friend.
Gaylord was a man full of adventures and ideas. He loved his Lord Jesus, loved his family and loved people. He will be so missed.
Funeral Service was held on Monday, October 16 at 11:00 a.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue E., Beausejour with viewing one hour prior to the service. Interment followed in St. Ouen’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gaylord’s memory to Elim Baptist Church, Box 873, Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0 or to a charity of one’s choice.
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Pat Newman
Thinking of you Liz and your family at this time but what what a joyous home going for Gaylord
Stan & Irene Kanaski
Garth, Jen and family. So sorry about the loss of your dad/papa Gaylord. We will miss seeing him on his scooter driving around town smiling & waving as we pass him. Heaven has earned an angel for sure. Sending love, Stan & Irene
Drewlo Lorraine
So sorry to learn of Gaylord’s passing. We’re friends since our Youth, many good memories to share. Sincere Sympathy To You Liz and Your Family!
Wanda Kehler
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Gaylord was always such a huge part of the music in Elim Baptist, and the Gospel Music Jamboree. We will miss hearing his Amen when something touched his heart, lifting his hands in thankfulness to his Savior.
Bill & Wanda Kehler
Lois Szalai
Sorry for your loss….he was a very nice person and will be greatly missed.
George Scharer
Deepest condolences to the Newman families on the loss of Gaylord. Prayers to all.
Barb and Harlon Kintop
Dear Newman Family
We were saddened to hear of Gaylords passing. May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort and peace in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alma Bergman
Harlon and Barb Kintop
Florence Schwark and Janet Forrest
So sorry to hear of Gaylord’s passing, such a friendly happy person, he will be missed, sympathy and prayers to his family.
Sue Tribula
So sorry to hear that your dad passed Garth. Condolences to your family. May he always watch over you all.
Sue & Colin, Erin and Kate Tribula
(Ken Trapp’s daughter)
Linda and Bun Baxter
It seemed yesterday we were talking about AECL of 55 years ago. Gaylord you will be missed by all those you left behind. Family remember all the good times
Alana Cook
Elizabeth and family; my condolences to you on your loss. I remember Gaylord as a man who always had a story to tell and his hearty laugh. I remember the Newman family reunions at your farm with great fondness and how important family was to Gaylord. So sorry for your loss, and you are in my prayers. God’s comfort and peace to you at this trying time. Your cousin, Alana
James Regehr
So sad to hear of Gaylord’s passing. I have fond memories of him. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him. Condolences also to his family and friends. The LORD draws near to the broken hearted — and we know we do not mourn as those who have no hope for the day is coming when the dead shall be raised— and we who are alive and remain … well, I’m sure you know the rest! BettyAnn’s and my thoughts and prayers are with you! B”H … James Regehr
Carole Campbell
Sincere condolences to your family.
Sending hugs and prayers to you all.
Walter & Linnea Cross
Elizabeth and Family: We were sorry to hear of Gaylord’s passing ! He was someone who made a difference in ” others ” lives; he’ll be missed. May The Lord comfort you during this time of grief. Psalms 23:4
Lloyd and Susan Rattai
Sorry to hear of the passing of Gaylord. He will be remembered by his fellow shift workers for the many fishing trips. He was a dedicated husband and father, and friend.
Leona Weidman
My sincere condolences, Liz, to you and your family♥️
JudyPoitras
Elizabeth and family
So sorry to hear about Gaylord. You are all in our thoughts
Arthur Judy
Ben and Lindsay and family
Kathy and Wes and family
Kayla Zielke
I have fond memories of spending time at Uncle Gaylord’s and Aunty Liz’s farm. Those are days I will never forget – that shaped me growing up as a kid to the woman I am now. Sending love and strength to all the family. <3
Gail and John/Beausejour Music
Elizabeth, we were so surprised and saddened to hear of Gaylord’s passing. We will miss him driving
around town and waving at us in the store as he went by. We will also miss him at the Beauhead
jams where he wished everyone blessings and told us that he loved everyone there, and at the
Gospel jams. Take comfort knowing that he will be missed and thought about by many.
Fred P. Rumak
Many fond memories of Gaylord when I hung around his late brother Tim during high school and working as a summer student with Gaylord in Pinawa. Rest in peace my old friend.
Al Nickel
Our condolences to Liz and children . Gaylord was larger than life type of man . Enthusiastic and very pleasant to know as a friend.
Regards ,
Al/Sharon Nickel
Angela Killen
Dear Liz and family
Saddened to hear of your loss. My sympathy to you, your family, his friends and all who loved him.
Gaylord was one of a kind and will be missed.
Lorelei Blataric
I was privileged to meet my cousin for the first time in 2014. I loved this man who so loved Jesus! My regret is not to visit again before he went home. I will see you again, Gaylord
Helen Longmuir
Sorry for your loss of husband, dad, and granddad.
May your memories help ease the sorrow you feel. God Bless ❤️
Hugh (Hubert) Wirch
Just heard of Gaylord’s passing, and am reminded of the several pre-teen years when we were friends and lived across the tracks from each other. We spent many happy hours swimming in the Brokenhead river, snaring gophers, wrestling and other such activities that kids did in the countryside.
Sorry for your loss, and comforted in the knowledge that we will meet Gaylord again in the next life.