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Mavis Eileen
Newcombe
Dec 10, 1930 — Jun 16, 2025
Malagash
Mavis Eileen Newcombe - 94, Malagash, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025 in East Cumberland Lodge, Pugwash. Born in Malagash Mines, she was a daughter of the late Herbert and Elida (Miller) Wilson.
For many years, Mavis worked as housekeeper in Halifax prior to taking a job at Stanfields in Truro. She worked until she married her husband, Harry Leigh Newcombe in 1960 after which they settled in Malagash and raised their two boys, Charles and Kenneth. Mavis enjoyed crocheting, quilting, knitting and being involved in the United Church Women's Group. Known for her amazing cooking and baking, she will be fondly remembered for her wonderful homemade bread and donuts. She took great pride in keeping a tidy home and raising her family. Mavis and Leigh enjoyed going dancing on Saturday nights with family and friends.
Mavis is predeceased by her husband of 42 years, Harry Leigh Newcombe, parents, Herb and Elida Wilson; sisters, Emma and Dorothy; brother, Donnie.
She is survived by sons, Charles (Cheryl) of Malagash, Kenneth (Jennifer) of Amherst; grandchildren, Brandon (Melanie), of Wallace; Dillon (Audriana) of Truro, Travis (Randi) of Montague, PEI, Kyra of Halifax; great grandchildren, Lily, Alba, Charlie and Arlo; many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Saturday June 21 from 6-8pm with a Celebration of Life on Sunday, June 22 at 2:00 pm both in Mundle's Funeral Home, 10235 Durham St., Pugwash with Reverend Connie McNamara officiating. Reception to follow. Private Burial in Miner's Cemetery, Malagash.
Special thanks to all the staff at East Cumberland Lodge for the amazing care that she was shown while residing there.
If so desired, donations to the Miner's Cemetery in Malagash or charity of choice are appreciated.
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