Obituary of Raymond William Hewey

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Raymond William Hewey of Saint John, announce his passing which occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.  Raymond was born in Saint John on February 12, 1941 and was the son of the late Avery and Selena (Darres) Hewey.

Raymond leaves behind his children, Michael Hewey (Heather) and Betty Hewey (Nathan Young); grandchildren, Johnathan, Christian, Stephanie and Brandon; long-time partner, Sherry Branscombe and her daughter, Twila and Twila's children, Maria and Kyle.  He was predeceased by his wife, Marilyn (Lowden) Hewey from Stoney Creek, Ontario on March 18, 1989 and his daughter, Carol Chappel on November 23, 2020.

Raymond came from a large family of 12 and is survived by his sister, Shirley and brother, Malcolm.  He was predeceased by sisters, Kathryn, Margaret, Doris and Audrey and brothers, Charles, Kenneth, Allan, Douglas and Murray. 

Raymond also leaves behind his long-time neighbour, Pam Higgins, his neighbour Kevin who he spoke highly of, his buddy, Dave Butt and his family friend, Vern Perry.

Raymond loved the outdoors and he always made time to work around the yard, to work on cars and to tinker on his next project.

He was a quiet man, one who kept to himself, and a man who didn’t want his loved ones making a fuss with gifts for his birthday, holidays and celebrations.  He always said “don’t waste your money”.

Raymond could always be found in the yard on Sunday nights with the music blasting for all the neighbours to hear.

In keeping with Raymond’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service.  However, relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service which will take place on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 2:00 PM in Fernhill Cemetery, Westmorland Road, Saint John.  For those wishing to attend, please arrive at the cemetery office by 2:00 PM.  Arrangements are under the care and direction of Brenan's Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424).

For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of NB or to the Cancer Research Society.