It is with profound sadness that we the family of Wayne Paul Neumann announce his passing on October 31, 2022 at the Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg Manitoba.
Wayne was a Printing Press operator for over 27 years with his career spanning from Kromar Printing to Labels Unlimited. He took great pride in his craft and had an eye for detail and the ability to creatively troubleshoot almost any problem encountered in a day. He often said the reason he enjoyed the printing industry was because there was always something new to learn even when having worked on a specific machine for years.
A part time job working with the handling and set up at Kegs for various sporting and music events at the old stadium and the current Canada Life Centre was another source of pride for Wayne as well as the start of many an interesting story that he would spin. He had the gift of being able to converse with anyone and met many of his favourite musicians and players through this job. t
He had a passion for music, of all genres and styles, especially the groups from the 1960-1970 era. His collection of vinyl is large and eclectic. His love of music and knack for putting together playlists had him in demand to play at various sports windups and socials in Winnipeg under the moniker of “No Rap Neumann”.
Wayne was a voracious reader of Winnipeg’s daily newspapers and took great pride in sharing his passion and opinions of current affairs within Winnipeg and beyond with other readers through writing Letters to the Editor that in the past year were frequently published. Two years ago Wayne took on as he called it, a side gig, of delivering the Winnipeg Free Press. He took great pride in quickly learning his various routes to the point of having every house number and delivery detail memorized.
He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch Number 4 (St James) and severed on various committees as well as the executive. The position he enjoyed the most was that of entertainment chair as he got to scout Winnipeg venues for groups that would see large crowds gather on weekends to dance the night away.
His friends and family were the centre of Wayne’s world and their comfort and happiness was always a priority for him. One of his happy places was the golf course at Walhalla North Dakota playing with friends and enjoying post game banter and the dinner buffet at Walhalla Supper Club.
Those who knew Wayne also knew of his great passion for The Boston Bruins, Las Vegas Raiders, and college football. He would staunchly support and defend his teams through their lean years and good. He also was extremely vocal in voicing his displeasure with one team in particular, that those who knew Wayne can easily name.
Wayne faced his cancer diagnosis and treatment with his quiet calm and steadfast determination which he channeled through to his admission to Health Science Centre this past weekend. The family would like to thank his family doctor, his team at Cancer Care Manitoba as well as the doctors and nurses at Health Science Adult Emergency and the 4th floor for the care and comfort they provided to Wayne.
Cremation has occurred. A Celebration of Wayne’s Life will be held Saturday November 5, 2022 at the St James Legion Branch # 4, 1755 Portage Avenue between the hours of 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
28 thoughts on “Wayne Paul Neumann”
A most wonderful soul who was loved by everyone he met. A great brother to Don and a most amazing brother in law. He will be sadly missed. We will be making a donation to Canercare Mb. in lieu of flowers with a hope for more research and treatments.
Sara I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
My family would like to extend our sincerest condolences the family. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow.
I was Wayn’s neighbor when he lived on Collegiate Street. He was a great guy and a great conversationalist . I was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing . My condolences to all his family.
I was Wayne’s neighbor when he lived on Collegiate Street. He was a great guy and a great conversationalist . I was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing . My condolences to all his family.
Wayne was the youngest of 6 kids. Lots of great memories as the 2 youngest still at home. He will be missed and the fun times we had growing up Rest In Peace
Sara we so very sorry for your loss. We were only in Wayne’s company twice but from the second we met him we knew he was a good kind person. A great loss for you take care.
Love, Ellen & Rodney
Sara….our family, altho we didn’t know Wayne, are very saddened by your loss. So unexpected.
From Barb, Paul, David, and Andrea.
Sara….all the Bagnells sent you their sympathy .
Sara,
Phil and I are so very sorry for your loss, We know that you and Wayne were lucky to have found each other and we could see your happiness through social media, even though we are far away.
Thinking of you at this most difficult time.
Love,
Andrea and Phil Crawford
Thinking of you, Sara. So very sorry. Barb BAGNELL
So very sorry, Sara. The family all send condolences.
Dear Sara,
Please accept Rod and my deepest condolences on your loss.
We had such fun at your wedding social and I had a wonderful time at your wedding. Wayne was a kind and friendly person who lightened and brightened any room with his presence. May his memory be eternal.
Val and Rod Noseworthy
My deepest condolence’s Sara. Wayne will be missed. Even though he could not stand the Montreal Canadians or Homo’s as Wayne called them he was still a very good friend. He will be missed greatly on the golf course but now he is in no pain. Maybe him and Pauline will get together over a hot chocolate. RIP Wayne
So sorry that you have lost your husband, Sara. The BAGNELL family is thinking of you. Barb
I am so sad and sorry Sara but Like you said Wayne and Bernice are having beverages and catching up.
Our guardian angels watching over us.😌♥️🙏
To The Neumann Family. Glen and I would like to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband, brother, uncle. He was taken too soon. Glen and Maureen (Neumann) Rausch
We are so sorry for your loss our hearts ❤️ go out to you and your family he will be missed so sorry ❤️❤️❤️
So sorry for your loss our hearts ❤️ go out to you and your family ❤️❤️❤️
Wayne was a big man, but his heart was bigger. I don’t think I met anyone as caring as him. I will miss him daily and will never forget him. His laugh was one of a kind. My deepest sympathies to his wife and all his family.
My memories of Wayne go way back to our childhood days of the Ness Avenue back alley gang of kids playing hide and go seek and enjoying being kids in the early 80’s. My condolences to the whole family, Wayne was gentle soul right from a early ago.
Very sorry for your loss. I knew Wayne from junior high and high school. I ran into him a few years back while he was working at the then MTS Centre. We had a quick conversation and caught up. Such a wonderful, nice person.
My sincere condolences
Julie Torgrud
My Uncle Wayne was the happiest man I’ve ever met. His laugh was memorable and contagious. When we moved to Winnipeg in 2007 he got me a job at the MTS/ Canada Life Centre. He liked to joke that I was the only one working in the house at the time. He got me into the Bruins like the rest of the Neumann’s. I cheered for the Eagles but he never gave me a hard time about that :). Every time I have a Bud Light, I’ll be thinking of my Uncle. Love you Wayne.
Have many great memories of Wayne…all the summers at Kinsmen Lake campground…all the family get togethers…it was always great to spend time with him. So sad he had to leave us so soon. Huge hugs to Sarah and all of my cousins. Rest peacefully Wayne…you will be missed. Cousin Deb and family.
Sara, we’re so sorry for the loss of your husband. Though no words can hurry what you’re going through, please know that we’re thinking of you and wish you comfort in the memories of the life that you shared with Wayne. All our sympathies.
My Uncle was an amazing man. I have great memories of making the trek out to Winnipeg for the summer and for Christmas. Seeing Uncle Wayne was always a highlight.
My wife and I got married in July this year and we were extremely touched that Sara and Wayne made the trip out to Calgary for our wedding. It saddens me that it was unknowingly the last time I would see him, but I am happy that I have nothing but fond memories of my uncle .
Love you Wayne
It may not mean a lot but I hope my words of condolence can help bring you some comfort at this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss!
I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.