It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elwood Eugene Newhook, who departed this life on January 17, 2026, at the Health Science Centre in St. John’s.
Elwood was a loving husband, father, granddad, brother, and friend. He will be remembered as a proud, strong, and hard-working fisherman, and a family man with a kind heart.
In 1982, Elwood met Margaret (Margie) Burke, now his wife of 36 years. Their relationship was a true example of unconditional, supportive, and selfless love. He always said that his proudest accomplishment was raising three beautiful and strong children with the love of his life. Elwood adored being a granddad to his two grandchildren with all his heart. Throughout his life, Elwood spent many hours driving to and from the rink to watch his daughter and her figure skating. He truly loved every minute of it. He was known as everyone’s “skating dad,” and he was always there to support and encourage anyone who needed it. He also loved listening to rock music and driving nice cars, hobbies that he shared with his sons. Elwood was known as a kind, dedicated husband and father with a brilliant sense of humor; traits which he instilled within each of his children.
Elwood leaves to mourn; his wife Margaret Newhook (Burke); his children Tyler (Rebecca), Robert (Melanie), and Erica (Alison); and his grandchildren Oliver and Rose Newhook. Also remembering Elwood with love are his siblings William (Lesa), Mervyn (Sam), Elizabeth (Donald), Edward (Leanne) and their families, along with a wide circle of extended family and friends, all of whom he loved and cherished. Elwood’s legacy will live on through the immense love and endless laughter he gave to us and all the lives he shaped along the way.
Predeceased by his parents Roland and Stella Newhook, who undoubtedly welcomed him with open arms.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude and innumerable thanks to the many doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and hospital staff who cared for Elwood throughout his life. From Newfoundland to Boston, we were blessed to have been surrounded by their knowledge and support.
Visitation will be at Good Shepherd Anglican Church, Norman’s Cove, on Monday, January 19th, 2026, from 7pm – 9pm, and Tuesday, January 20th, 2026, from 10am – 12pm.
The funeral service will be at Good Shepherd Anglican Church, Norman’s Cove, on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026, at 2:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Elwood to the Canadian Lung Association.
We are saddened to hear of Elwood’s passing.He was a true gentleman and respected by so many.
My deepest condolences. Praying for strength for you all. Rest in Peace.
Margie, Tyler, Robert, Erica and your families – there are no words at a time like this, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Elwood
Margie, Tyler, Robert and Erica, Elwood was blessed with the most loving family. He was a wonderful person who will be missed by anyone who knew him. I will be thinking of you all as you celebrate his life.
Margie, Tyler, Robert and Erica I was so sorry to hear about your husband and dad’s passing. I always got a kick out of him because it didn’t matter how he was feeling he always had a joke and a smile for me, i will always have fond memories of him and what a wonderful man he was. Sending our condolences to you all. R.I.P. my friend.🙏🫂
Margie & Family: sending our heartwarming hugs & prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace.
To Margie, & the entire Burke & Newhook families, we send our sincere & heartfelt condolences to each & everyone of you.
Elwood was an amazing & kind man , loved by all who knew him.
May the countless beautiful memories help you all through your grief & sorrow.
May his gentle soul R.IP
Margie, Erica, Tyler and families. So sorry for your loss. Elwood was a wonderful friend that I will always remember. He had a great sense of humour and cared so much for our community. I’ll always remember the little chats and texts between the three of us. Everything was so much better when you both pulled up over by the harbour authority office. Always remember the smiles and comments he used to say ‘what are you doing today’ miss Lydia? you both were there with that warm smiles on your faces. I always admired how strong he was with so much going on with his health. His eyes lit up with love for you and his family. He just so loved telling me all the news about his grandchildren and children. ♥️
Rest in peace my buddy
Margie, Tyler, Robert, Erica and families! So sorry to hear of Elwood’s passing, treasure your memories, sending our love and prayers 💔🙏💔
Margie, Tyler, Robert, Erica and your Dear Families; as well, all the Newhook and Burke Families: Deepest Condolences on the loss of your Dearly Beloved, Elwood. Indeed, his love, kindness and, deeply, caring ways for his Family were next to none. Elwood was always a wonderful friend to everyone, and his great stories and humour will be everlasting cherished memories. Love and hugs!
Carmelita and Family
Margie, and family and the Newhook family and friends, we are so sorry to hear of Elwood’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all your family and friends. May he R.I.P. Hugs to all of you. 🫂🙏
Ed we know how special Elwood was to you and have loved the stories we have heard about him. We will definitely be thinking about you and your family over the next few days. Hold your memories tight and he will always be with you. Prayers to you and Leanne and family.
❤️Wendy and Pete
Sorry to hear of Elwood’s passing, it is never easy to loss a loved one. I remember Elwood from our younger days when all the cousins would hang out together. Haven’t seen him in many years but remember him well. Condolences to all the family.
Peggy (Brace) Companion
Nova Scotia
We are so sorry to hear of Elwood’s passing ,our condolences to all the family 🙏🙏
My condolences to Margie and your family and friends. So sorry to hear about Elwood.
To Margie and family and the Newhook siblings – I grew up with Elwood in the pew behind us every Sunday with his siblings. I haven’t seen him in years but I also never saw him without a smile on his face. My condolences to you all as you mourn your loss and remember his gentle soul. Sincerely, Vanessa Newhook
Erica and family,
Sending you my deepest condolences and all of my love during this time of remembering and of mourning. His life and love lives on in each of you every day.
Margie…. so sorry for your loss!!! Sending my condolences to you and your family!
Margie and family, We are so sad to hear the news of Elwood’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences to you and all the family. A great man gone too soon. May your good memories that you made together give you comfort at this difficult time.
Margie and family …I am so saddened to hear of Elwoods passing. He was a special patient to me . I truly admired his strength, his positive outlook and overall outlook on the struggles he was presented with . He always had a big smile and a kind word every time I saw him , both as a patient and as a friend later in life .
Such a kind man . He was so proud of his family and children and always took time to tell me about his children and how they were all doing .
Big hugs ❤️
Thinking of you all in this very difficult time
Margie and Family so sorry for your loss, sincere condolences to you and your Family
To Margie and family, I was so sad to hear of Elwoods passing. Last time I saw you both, you were getting ready to head to Boston last summer. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Margie, so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Condolences to you and your family. ❤️