It is with great sadness we announce the death of Richard (BUGSY) James MacMillan Newman of Miramichi, NB at the age of 71. Bugsy passed away peacefully at Shannex’s Bridgeview Hall in Douglastown, NB with loved ones by his side on May 24, 2022.
Bugsy was predeceased by his loving parents, Glendon (Galley) and John Newman, and his sister Jackie (Newman) Wilson.
Bugsy was born and raised in Newcastle (“Engine Town”), NB. He is survived by his siblings, Jeannie, Johnny and Robert (Trapper) Newman, all of Miramichi, NB.
Bugsy was a legend in the Bar and Hospitality Industry; having worked at the Old Ebb Tide and The Opera House. He went on to live his dream of owning his own bar, Bugsy’s, in 1990.
Bugsy’s personality was larger than life. He was a people person and always tried to help anyone that needed a hand-up. He would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He was also a man of many passions, including boating, amateur boxing and singing to name a few. Above all, he prided himself on his great story telling.
Bugsy loved his children and grandchildren (Kate & Nate Clarke) and little Grae Newman. Christine (Kevin) Jardine (Miramichi, NB), Cynthia (Steve) Clarke (Quispamsis, NB), Sonny (Holly) Newman (Miramichi, NB), and Rhea (Jeremy Carter) Newman (Milford, NS) will sorely miss their father; remembering always the many lessons he taught and the stories he shared.
Bugsy was a past member of Ontario’s Construction Union and Local 506. He worked in the Glass Industry in his early years and he was a longstanding member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #10. Bugsy was a member of the Anglican Parish of Newcastle-Nelson-Hardwicke, NB.
Bugsy also leaves behind aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members and many friends. He loved and he was loved.
Family will be accepting visitors on Sunday, May 29, at Davidson’s Funeral Home between the hours of 12:30pm and 2:30pm. Funeral will be at the chapel of Davidson’s Funeral Home directly after the viewing at 2:30pm for those who want to attend Bugsy’s celebration of life.
Arrangements are in care of Davidson’s Funeral Home (622-7464) or online at www.davidsonsfh.com Your Family Owned – family Operated Funeral Home
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Richard Bugsy James MacMillan Newman 2022..
Davidson’s Funeral Service Ltd
Death notice for the town of: Miramichi, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick