Dayce Newman Obituary-Car Accident: Dayce Newman and 13-Year-Old Son Killed in Tragic Collision Near Armena, Alberta
The Bashaw, Alberta, community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of volunteer firefighter Dayce Newman and his 13-year-old son following a fatal vehicle collision near Armena. The father and son died in the crash on September 15, 2026, leaving family members, friends, fellow firefighters, and community members devastated by an unimaginable loss.
According to reports, emergency crews were called at approximately 4:37 p.m. to a collision at the intersection of Highway 21 and Township Road 481, near Armena and northwest of Camrose. The crash involved a motorcycle and a pickup truck towing a utility trailer.
Dayce Newman, 35, was identified as the driver of the motorcycle, while his teenage son was traveling as a passenger. Both were pronounced dead at the scene. Alberta RCMP attended the collision as investigators began working to determine the circumstances that led to the tragic crash.
Beyond the tragedy, Dayce was remembered as a dedicated volunteer firefighter who served his community with commitment and compassion. His loss has deeply affected those who worked alongside him and the residents who knew him as someone willing to help others.
The father and son’s passing has left a lasting impact on the Bashaw community, with many offering condolences and support to the Newman family during this difficult time.
They will be remembered for the lives they touched, the service they provided, and the memories they leave behind.
