Cyril Newton

Posted: October 29, 2026

Debbie Matthews let us know about the death of her Dad, CYRIL NEWTON, who died on September 27 [2026]. She said: I do not expect you to remember my Dad, but you ran an article in your autumn 2025 edition of Mirror Pensioner under the headline: Memories of a Bygone Age (see image).

He was so pleased that he had actually been included in your magazine, as he was an avid reader, literally cover to cover. Bizarrely, he always studied the ‘Farewell, friends’ column even though I told him he’d outlived everyone!

My old Dad was 97 when he died, and I think was secretly looking forward to his 98th in January, but it was not to be. He had a bad fall in June and could no longer look after himself in his bungalow. He had to spend two weeks in hospital and was then moved to a nursing home.

He continued to ask whether your magazine had been delivered – how many times did I tell him it came out twice a year! Unfortunately he passed away during the early hours [of yesterday morning], and the nursing staff were all very upset today as he loved a chat and a cup of tea. Many times he said to me: “Don’t forget to tell the Mirror when I go,” and I always promised him I would.

The Mirror was a massive part of Dad’s life and he continued to live that life through your magazine, so I thank you on his behalf.