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RALPH ERIC NEWBURY
Born: Apr 16, 1946
Date of Passing: Sep 15, 2020
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RALPH ERIC NEWBURY
Ralph was born April 16, 1946, and passed peacefully on September 15, 2020.
To Ralph, friends and family were one and the same. His larger than life personality and booming voice are at the forefront of all our memories. He was fueled by giving advice and being helpful. His purpose was connecting with people. Ralph held a special place in his heart for children. His love and passion for the auto world was undeniable. He was a hockey enthusiast and loved the outdoors. But above all else, Ralph was the road. Ralph lived the truck and trailer. Every stop he made, he made a new friend. He was the "care free, wind in your hair", silly kind. Ralph was adventure.
"10-4 Animal, keep the shiny side up.
Over and out, Good Buddy."
A private spreading of Ralph's ashes will take place at a later date.
If you so desire, a donation may be made to either the Children's Burn Fund or Children's CancerCare, or a charity of your choice in his name.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 03, 2020
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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My sister Margaret first told me about this cool guy, Ralph who she and some friends met at a cafe on Portage Avenue on a regular basis. I met Ralph quite unexpectedly when I was 17, as I stood on Pembina Hwy waiting for a bus to school on a very cold winter morning. Somehow I trusted this guy and accepted the ride. He told me his name and immediately asked him if he hangs out at that cafe on Portage, and if he knew my sister. He affirmed both. We kept in touch for a year or so. I lived with my parents and often Ralph would come by and visit. Such a beautiful heart in such a gentle giant. Missed him for many years. - Kathryn - Posted by: Kathryn Harper (Friend) on: Feb 25, 2025
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Ralph introduced my husband to me back in 1962. We married in 1966 on Ralph's Birthday. We didn't know that at the time. As one does, we lost track of each other when we moved away from Winnipeg. In 2004 my husband was diagnosed with cancer. I located Ralph on FB and Harvey and I spent time on FB with him. Harvey passed away in 2009 and once again I lost track of Ralph. RIP to a dear friend. I am sure they got back together in heaven. - Posted by: Diane Pottinger (Friend) on: Apr 15, 2021
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Ralph and I worked for the same company many years ago when he looked after our logistics department. Ralph had a way about him that you knew would get action if needed. He had a voice that carried throughout the office. I last spoke to Ralph when I ran into him at Princes Auto about a week before he died and he told me he was not well. RIP Ralph. - Posted by: Hans Janssen (Coworker many years ago.) on: Oct 04, 2020
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Condolences to family and friends of Ralph. We only recently connected with Ralph. He was fond of my daughter. Seemed to really like kids. Talked often to us of time at the farm with his family. If he say us on the street would honk and wave. Prayers for those who are grieving and remembering Ralph. Take great care all of you. - Posted by: katherine (neighbour) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Many memories of Ralph from way back when he delivered flyers to our home on Ferry Road. Ralph was a regular addition to our Christmas family get togethers joining in the banter with vying for those $10 fun gift trade offs. His fight with cancer was long but courageous. - Posted by: Lynda Marshall (cousin) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Well Animal, travel safe travel strong and Keep ERRR between the ditches. Thanks for all the advice in our life. Ever if we didn’t ask. We enjoyed all out time together. THANkS - Posted by: Don and Joyce Sobering’ (Friends) on: Oct 03, 2020
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I remember Ralph coming over to our house on Ferry Rd. to show us his new bike and hang out with us. He was always a force to be reckoned with, even then. I know Ralph missed his Mom (Ruth) and Dad (Eric) very much and he is probably giving them all the updates of what has happened since they left. Although we did not see him on a regular basis, we always caught up with him at our annual family Christmas gatherings. He will be missed. Arlene (Smith) and family (cousin) - Posted by: Arlene (cousin) on: Oct 03, 2020