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Christ Church, United Church of England & Ireland
Cemetery
Hillier, Ontario
Established c. 1843
Concession 2, Lot 16, Hillier Ward
County Prince Edward
Death Records, Notices and
Obituaries
Dedicated to the memory of the men, women
and children
who contributed to, and helped to shape
the communities in which they lived
“The said Burying ground to be for the inhabitants of
Hillier, who may wish or prefer being buried therein.”
Taken from the deed of Bargain and Sale
Robert Hubbs to John Strachan (first Anglican Bishop of the Diocese of Toronto) and his
successors
Compiled by Michael Korn
Last updated April 2011
Cemetery maintained by Christ Church Cemetery Board, St. Andrew’s
Anglican Church, Wellington, Ontario. Tel: 613 399 3082
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1862
Obituary
Jones, Robert Henry, youngest son of widow Jones, drowned 18th, inst., while
skating to school in Pleasant Bay, Hillier, age 11 years, 6 months, 9 days. [Ontario
Christian Guardian, December 31st, 1862 p. 3 D.N.] (Plot 13, R2S2)
1864
Obituary
David Bell, a farmer living near Pleasant Valley in Hillier Township, got
intoxicated Tuesday week while visiting Picton. When a mile or more above Bloomfield
on the road he fell out of his buggy and was found dead next morning in the ditch.
[Christian Advocate, October 26th, 1864 p. 2. N. I. Picton North American] (Plot 347
R15S16)
1870
Obituary of Robert Jones who died August 30th, 1870
Robert Jones was born in the year 1780, nearly a century ago, in the County of
Armagh, Ireland and emigrated to this country in 1824, when consequently he must have
been about 44 years of age. He came to the Township of Hillier in the month of June,
1824 where he spent the remainder of his days, and raised 11 children, seven of whom
are yet alive. Francis, his eldest son, died in the month of May of the present year, aged
69, which in itself is a remarkable circumstance. Seldom does it occur that a parent
survives a child who has so nearly reached man’s allotted term of three score years and
ten. At the time of his death, our dear departed brother was the patriarchal head of a vast
family circle, comprising some of the best known and most respected members of the
community, and numbering besides the seven children already alluded to, 59
grandchildren and 90 great grandchildren, making in all, if we include the venerable pair
themselves, a family group of 158 souls in the four generations.
This aged man was of a long-lived stock and was originally blessed with an
excellent constitution. Throughout his life he never endured a severe sickness, except on
one occasion, and that was before he left the old country, which may serve as an
illustration of the solubrity of our climate and of its beneficial influence upon the
constitution of settlers from the mother country. His wife was slightly older than himself.
It was surprising to see this venerable pair only a short time since, in full possession of all
their faculties and manifesting a lively interest in surrounding things as well as an evident
enjoyment of life. Their vision and hearing were wonderfully preserved, and they had
been in the habit of reading with unassisted sight some five or six chapters daily in the
Holy Scriptures. They answered readily and heard with distinctness what was said to
them in any part of the room in an ordinary tone of voice.
On the ninth of August they were visited by the Rev. Mr. Jones of this town
[Belleville]; the old lady not being quite so well as usual, she greeted him with a pleasant
and intelligent smile and a hearty welcome.
The old gentleman asked him his name and in what country he was born, and
what was the latest news he brought of the terrible war that was going on between the
French and the Prussians, manifesting a lively interest in the doings of the busy outer
world. He expounded to them the 5th Chapter of 2nd Corinthians, applying it particularly
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to themselves, and asking them questions from time to time, to which they made very
understanding and satisfactory replies. They joined fervently in prayer, there seemed
something pre-visioned in the visit. On Thursday morning, August 25th, the old
gentleman, who wished to be stirring and making himself useful to the last, went out and
gathered up a basket full of chips and brought them into the house, but was taken unwell
that afternoon, and although suffering no pain, seemed to get no better, but rather to
decline from day to day.
On the Sunday he made a singular remark, which seemed as though a prophetic
warning had been given him of his approaching dissolution. He was speaking, as he had
often spoken before, of the minister’s exhortations and especially upon the subject of the
new creation and the new birth, when he turned and said to his son Samuel, “Are you
going to Belleville today?” “No,” he answered, “but if there is anything you would like
me to get from there for you father, I will go with pleasure.” “Not at all,” replied the old
man, “only I thought if you were going you might tell Rev. Jones that I shall want him to
preach my funeral sermon this week and he might be getting ready.” After this he
continued measurably to fade away painlessly and peacefully, until Tuesday, August 30th,
he expired without a struggle, aged 90 years, and was gathered to his fathers.
An immense concourse assembled at the English Church, in Hillier, on Thursday
last, gathered from all parts of the County, to pay their last token of respect to the
memory of the departed, and to show their sympathy with the survivors. A precession of
more than a hundred vehicles wound its way to the church, which ws crowded to its
utmost capacity, numbers standing about the doors and windows. The funeral services, by
the particular wish of the deceased, were conducted by the Rev. Septimus Jones of
Belleville, who improved the opportunity by addressing to the vast assembly an earnest
and practical discourse, which was listened to with deep attention. The mortal remains
were then solemnly committed to the tomb in the hope of a joyful resurrection. Truly,
“He came to his grave in a full age, like as a stock of corn cometh in his season.”
After the funeral the Rev. Mr. Jones visited the venerable widow who sat in her
chair, its companion one opposite to her now vacant. Though grievously stricken by a
sense of loneliness at the loss of her old consort, with whom she has walked hand in hand
through the chequered scenes of life’s joy and sorrow for the protracted period of seventy
years, she nevertheless mingled with her tears many expressions of pious resignation and
Christian hope, joined audibly and devoutly in repeating that perfect prayer of our Lord
which had been instilled into her infant mind nearly a hundred years ago. “Lord Jesus be
our constant guide. Then when the word is given, bid death’s cold flood its waves divide,
and show the path to heaven.” (Plot 158, R7S10)
Rev. Septimus Jones of Belleville
1899
Obituary
On Thursday, October the 5th, at the residence of her granddaughter, Mrs. J.
Stapleton, there passed away a very old and respected resident in the person of Mrs.
Hannah Pettet. Born on the 9th of January 1809, she passed the whole of her long life in
this county. She was mother-in-law of S. P. Niles and leaves one daughter, Mrs. H. Clapp
of the Lake Shore Road. She was buried at Christ Church cemetery, the Rev. Rollins of
Hillier conducting the funeral service. (Plot 93, R4S16)
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Friday, March 30th, 1900 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral of Mrs. George Carter took place at the family residence, Four
Corners, on Tuesday week. The remains were interred in the English cemetery. Rev. Mr.
Tucker of Wellington conducted the service. (Plot 273, R12S8)
Friday, November 2nd, 1900 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
Mrs. Bell, of Hillier, after a very long illness died last night. (Plot 346, R15S15)
Died
Bell – At Hillier, Wednesday, October 31st, Mary Ann, widow of the late David
Bell, aged 68 years. The funeral will take place from the family residence on Saturday,
November 3rd, at 10.30 0’clock. Service at Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 346, R15S15)
Friday, May 10th, 1901 (Picton Gazette)
Bowerman’s
The funeral procession of Mr. Foshay’s second boy, Ernest, aged 15 years, passed
through here Monday afternoon, the 6th, on its way to Hillier Church Of England
cemetery. (Plot 101, R4S23) [Editor’s note – name on death record listed as Albert
Clayton]
Tuesday, September 17th, 1901 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
The remains of David Forsyth, an old resident of Hillier, and who died in Duluth,
Minnesota, were brought here for internment in the English churchyard at Hillier, on
Saturday last. Two of his sons, who formerly lived here, accompanied the body. (Plot
154A, R7S6)
Tuesday, October 1st, 1901 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. Robert Gilmer, an aged and respected resident of Cold Creek, died at his
home on Tuesday. Funeral on Thursday. (Plot 339, R15S12)
Friday, May 27th, 1904 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Gordon Baird is very ill.
Tuesday, June 14th, 1904 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Gordon Baird, age 13, son of W. T. Baird, who has been very ill for the past few
weeks died on Saturday evening. Funeral services at the home at 2 o’clock. Mr. and Mrs.
Baird have the sympathy of the community. (No plot or tombstone information
available.) [Gordon is probably buried next to his parents, William Thomas Baird and
Mary Gordon who are in plots 442A & 442B, R18S17]
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Tuesday, November 21st, 1905 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Rev. C. R. de Pencier was unable to hold service on Sunday morning owing to the
funeral of Mrs. Gibson of the Gore. The service and internment was at Christ Church,
Hillier. (Plot 179, R7S11)
Tuesday, January 8th, 1907 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mrs. Hubbs, an aged lady, wife of the late Abram Hubbs, died on Saturday at the
residence of her son, Benjamin Hubbs. Mrs. Hubbs was a sister of Mrs. Haight who died
last week. (Plot 471, R19S9)
Friday, February 8th, 1907 (Picton Gazette)
Lakeside
The funeral of the late Mrs. Frank Jones of Melville was held in the Methodist
Church in Melville, on Thursday. The services were conducted by the Rev. Mr. McColl
of Wellington, and Rev. Mr. Anderson of Hallowell. Mr. McColl preached from thr text,
“I know that God will bring me to death, unto the house appointed for all living.” All
were impressed by the clearness and force of his remarks, which were very characteristic
of the fine preacher, and no less evident were the tenderness and sympathy of the “man.”
The choir sang, “When we enter through the gates of gold.” The remains were interred in
the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier. Great sympathy is expressed for Mr. Jones, as this
is the second time death has entered his home within the last year. (Plot 153E, R7S5)
Friday, January 24th, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The remains of the late Mrs. Elizabeth Carley of Consecon were interred in Christ
Church burying ground on Monday. (Plot 143, R6S17)
Friday, February 7th, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
About two weeks ago, Mrs. E. Carley, an old and highly respected resident of our
village passed away after a very short illness. The deceased was in her 89th year, and up
to her recent illness she was a very energetic and active woman. From youth she had been
a member of the Methodist Church, but of late years she and her deceased husband
leaned toward the Salvation Army, to which body they were very generous and always
gave any of them, a home whenever they were in the village collecting for their harvest
festivals, or any other occasion. Her funeral service was held in the Methodist Church
and was conducted by Rev. J. M. Whyte. There was a large attendance and a very
impressive service. The sympathy of the community goes out to the family, especially her
daughter, Mrs. Parks, who is left alone. (Plot 143, R6S17)
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Friday, January 31st, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Local News
The unexpected death of Mr. A. L. Wilson of Wellington came as a severe shock
to his friends in Picton. Mr. Wilson contracted pneumonia and died in eight days. The
funeral takes place at eleven o’clock today from his late residence in Wellington. (No
plot or tombstone information available)
Hillier
The death of Mr. A. Wilson, Wellington, was a shock to the residents of Hillier,
among whom he was widely known. Much sympathy is felt for the family in their
bereavement. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Wellington
Alex Wilson died Wednesday morning after a week’s illness from congestion of
the lungs. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Tuesday, February 4th, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
The funeral of Mr. Alex Wilson took place on Friday last; service at the house and
internment in Hillier. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Friday, March 13th, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The death occurred on Wednesday, March 11th, of an aged resident of the village,
Mrs. Andrew Holmes. The late Mrs. Holmes was a sufferer from bronchitis, which with
other complications proved fatal. Much sympathy is felt for the sorrowing husband and
for the children: Mrs. McLean of Consecon, Miss Holmes, the teacher of the village
school, Joseph and Thomas, the last three residing at home. Only last week we chronicled
the death of another resident, and while with the knowledge of the serious illness of
others, against whose recovery age proved a deterrent feature, we offer the alms of
consolation, still to us is born the living fact that: ‘Not all the preaching since Adam can
make Death other than death.’ (Plot 407, R17S8)
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Friday, June 5th, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
It is with feelings of sadness that we chronicle the death of Mrs. Baxter, wife of
Hugh Baxter, blacksmith of this place. The deceased was a native of England and came
with her husband to this country four years ago. They had previously lived nine years in
India where he served as Staff Farrier, Quartermaster Sergeant. Mrs. Baxter, although a
stranger, made many warm friends, attracting all to her by her genial disposition and
earnest Christian character. Before her final illness she was a helper in the work of the
church and also a frequent visitor and comforter at the homes of the sick.
The funeral was held in Melville Church by the pastor Rev. H. H. Cragg, B.A.,
who preached a comforting sermon from the text, Rev. Chapter 14, Verse 13: “Blessed
are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth. Yes, saith the spirit that they may
rest from their labours and their works do follow them.” A solo by Mr. George Weeks
entitled: “I shall be satisfied when I awake in his likeness,” added to the impressiveness
of the service. The members of the Orange Order, of which Mr. Baxter is a member,
showed their sympathy and kindness by the gift of a beautiful wreath and by attending in
large numbers.
The remains were interred in the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier and were
borne by the following members of the Orange Order: Messrs. Bruce McFaul, J. R.
French, J. Moon, J. Chase, John McFaul, and Merrill McFaul. Mr. Baxter, who has no
relatives in this country has the sympathy of the entire community in his great
bereavement. (Plot 628, R27S2)
Friday, August 28th, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral of the late Andrew Holmes took place from the family residence on
Friday, August 21st. This death, following that of his wife after a few months, calls for
much sympathy for the bereaved family. (Plot 406, R17S8)
Friday, October 16th, 1908 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The sudden death of Daniel Simmons, a lad who has resided in Hillier for the
season, came as a shock to his friends. The funeral service was held at Christ Church,
Rev. J. de P. Wright officiating. The sympathy of the village is extended to his sorrowing
relatives. (Plot 103C, R5S1)
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Thursday, February 4th, 1909 (Picton Times)
Hillier
The funeral of the late William Curry took place on Saturday, services conducted
by Rev. Mr. Nicoll. The deceased was in his 78th year and had been ill all fall. The widow
has the sympathy of the community. (Plot 489C, R20S6)
Friday, February 5th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral of Mr. William Curry, an old resident of the village, took place with
Masonic rites on Saturday. Mr. Curry had been an invalid for a number of years and his
death removed a familiar figure from our midst. The sympathy of the neighbours is
extended to the sorrowing relatives. (Plot 489C, R20S6)
Thursday, May 27th, 1909 (Picton Times)
Local News
Mrs. E. Foshay, who had been staying with her mother, Mrs. Hannah Smith of
Hillier during her recent illness, returned to her home on Wednesday, May 19th, but her
mother taking a serious change, she was obliged to return to her bedside as soon as
possible and only reached her when her mother had passed away. (Plot 229, R10S15)
Entered Into Rest
Hannah Smith, wife of George Turvey, died at her home in Hillier on Thursday,
May 20th, 1909, at the age of 67 years. Service was conducted at the house by the Rev. J.
dePencier Wright. She is survived by her husband, three sons and two daughters: Mrs. E.
Foshay, Picton; Thomas of Hillier, William, James and Margaret living at home. The
bearers were: Messrs. Philip and George Hubbs, Ed Clark, Joseph Stapleton, William
Monaghan and Levi Palmer. (Plot 229, R10S15)
Deaths
Turvey – At Hillier, May 20th, 1909, Hannah Smith, wife of George Turvey, aged
67 years, 1 month and 23 days. (Plot 229, R10S15)
Friday, May 28th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hannah Smith
The funeral of Hannah Smith, wife of George Turvey, who died at her home in
Hillier, May 20th, took place on Sunday last. Service was conducted by Rev. dePencier
Wright. She is survived by her husband and five children: Mrs. E. Foshay, Picton;
Thomas of Hillier, William, James and Margaret living at home. (Plot 229, R10S15)
Friday, June 4th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Another old resident of Hillier, Mrs. George Turvey, died last week. She had been
ill for a number of years, yet her death was a shock for her many friends. The burial
service was conducted at her late residence, Cold Creek, with internment at Christ
Church burying ground. Much sympathy is extended to the bereaved husband and
children. (Plot 229, R10S15)
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Thursday, July 1st, 1909 (Picton Times)
Chisholm and Gerow Gore
On Saturday, 26th, inst., death entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Hendry,
claiming their eldest child, Samuel, aged seven years and seven months. Deceased, with
other members of the family, had during the past winter suffered from a complication of
small pox and scarlet fever from the effects of which he did not fully recover. Other
complications resulted in his death. He was an exceptionally bright and attractive child,
much loved and esteemed by his teacher and school-mates, in evidence of which the
school was closed and the flag at half mast during Monday, the day of internment. The
service at Bowerman’s was largely attended, Rev. Mr. Houck officiating. Burial was at
Hillier cemetery. Much sympathy is extended to the bereaved family from a host of
friends. (Plot 166, R7S15 & R7S16)
Thursday, June 3rd, 1909 (Picton Times)
Consecon
Mrs. Robert S. Jones has been on the sick list for some time.
Thursday, September 16th, 1909 (Picton Times)
Obituary
Mrs. Margaret Jones
Mrs. Margaret Jones, widow of the late Robert Jones of Niles Corners, Hillier,
died very suddenly on Saturday, September 11th, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs.
W. P. Niles of Wellington.
Mrs. Jones was a daughter of the late Cornelius Van Horne of Hillier and was in
her 83rd year. She leaves two daughters, Mrs. D. Clinton and Mrs. W. P. Niles, both of
Wellington.
The funeral was held September 14th. The Rev. C. R. dePencier conducted the
service at St. Andrew’s Church, Wellington, internment being made at the Church of
England cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 177, R8S12)
Wellington
Mrs. Margaret Jones died suddenly at the home of her daughter Mrs. W. P. Niles
on Saturday, inst. Mrs. Jones was the wife of the late Mr. Robert Jones of Niles Corners,
Hillier, and a highly respected lady whose endearing qualities made her many friends.
She leaves two daughters to mourn her loss: Mrs. W. P. Niles, with whom she lived and
Susie Clinton. (Plot 177, R8S12)
Friday, September 17th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mrs. Robert Jones died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. W. P. Niles, on
Saturday noon. [September 11th] Her maiden name was Margaret Vanhorne. She was a
sister of Mr. James C. Vanhorne of this place. The burial was on Tuesday [September
14th] at Hillier Church of England Cemetery. In religion she was an Anglican and leaves
two daughters to mourn her loss: Mrs. David Clinton and Mrs. W. P. Niles. Her husband
died three years ago. She was 83 years old. (Plot 177, R8S12)
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Friday, September 24th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The last sad rites in the funeral of the late Mrs. Robert Jones was the internment at
Christ Church, Hillier on Tuesday last. Mrs. Jones had resided for years in the old
homestead at Niles Corners, and her genial hospitality will long be held in remembrance
by a host of sorrowing friends. (Plot 177, R8S12)
Thursday, October 14th, 1909 (Picton Times)
Consecon
Mr. Robert Morton died very suddenly on Sunday night. Mrs. Morton and her son
Fred were away on Sunday and came home sometime in the evening and Mr. Morton
talked with them seemingly as usual. A short time after retiring, Mrs. Morton herad him
breathing very loudly and upon trying to waken him to stop his heavy breathing, she
found that she could not rouse him up. His heavy breathing continued for a little while
when he suddenly stopped and his family knew that he was dead. (Plot 615A, R25S13)
Friday, October 15th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
Mr. Robert Morton died suddenly at his home in Melville on Monday last.
[October 11th, 1909] (Plot 615A, R25S13)
Friday, November 5th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mrs. Nobles and Miss Stapleton attended the funeral of Mrs. Stapleton at
Consecon, Saturday. [October 30th, 1909] (Plot 153G, R7S5)
Thursday, November 25th, 1909 (Picton Times)
Obituary
Phoebe Ann Stapleton
There died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Robert J. Young, Consecon,
Mrs. Phoebe Ann Stapleton, aged 63 years. Deceased had only been confined to bed four
days. She was born in the Township of Hillier and was a life long resident of the county.
Five children survive: Mrs. Robert J. Young, Consecon; Mrs Alex Speers, Saskatoon;
Greer and Mont of Chicago and Harper of Bloomfield. The funeral was held on Saturday
afternoon. Internment was made in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 153G, R7S5)
Friday, November 26th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Phoebe Ann Stapleton
There died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Robert J. Young, Consecon,
Mrs. Phoebe Ann Stapleton, aged 63 years. Deceased had only been confined to bed four
days. She was born in the Township of Hillier and was a life long resident of the county.
Five children survive: Mrs. Robert J. Young, Consecon; Mrs Alex Speers, Saskatoon;
Greer and Mont of Chicago and Harper of Bloomfield. The funeral was held on Saturday
afternoon. Internment was made in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 153G, R7S5)
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Friday, December 17th, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Bowerman’s
We extend our sincere sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Terry in the loss of their
little daughter, Agnes. (Marker stone north of R9S14)
Thursday, December 23rd, 1909 (Picton Times)
Wellington
Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Titus attended the funeral of her nephew aged six years at St.
Mark’s Church, the Gore, on Sunday. Internment was made at Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. [Editor’s note - This information relates to Agnes Louise Terry, who died on
December 10th at the age of 5yrs 3m 18d. She was buried on Sunday, December 12th,
parents being Ernest Terry and Minnie Delong Terry. There is a marker stone with the
name “Aggie” on it, just north of the Terry stone (R9S14)]
In Loving Memory of Aggie
Youngest Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Terry
Aged 5 years, 3 months
It was on the 10th of December,
That night we will long remember
The angel of Death came to our home
And took little Aggie with Christ
She was our baby, and our pet
And her angel face we’ll ne’er forget
Her patient smile, and winning ways
We will remember through lengthened days.
As time passed by Aggie had grown
Not only to be loved by friends
For Christ Himself did show His love
When He took her to His throne
And now we miss our baby dear
For her sweet voice is not here
But in that Heavenly home above
She sings of the Redeemer’s love.
“Oh Mama, play and sing,” she used to say
And I can hear her though far away
But oh! a sweeter song she sings above
As with the angel throng she wings.
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While upon her death-bed she lay,
The hand of God did forever sway
For unheeding prayers of parents dear
He took our darling where there is no sorrow.
For two short days we watched and prayed
That the hand of God might be stayed
Alas! At eleven o’clock at night
He took her spirit to realms of delight
Oh so patient to the last and sweet
May we her example follow and pray
That when our turn comes to say farewell
We shall join with her in heaven.
Mrs. Minnie Terry
[Editor’s note – this poem was written by Mrs. Ernest Terry and appeared in the Picton
Gazette several years after her death. According to her granddaughter, Mrs. Sheila Foster,
Mrs. Terry’s hair fell out shortly after her daughter’s death and she wore a wig for the
rest of her life. The poem was glued on the back of an obituary for Alva Burton Wilson.
It was given to me by Mrs. Elsie McCartney, nee Hendry, in early 1995. I only
discovered the poem in November 2009, when I turned the obituary over. Unfortunately,
many of the words were cut off and the ends of lines are often conjecture, however; the
words speak very poignantly of a mother’s aching grief.]
Thursday, December 30th, 1909 (Picton Times)
Consecon
Mrs. Court Weeks of Consecon Lake died on Sunday the 26th. The funeral was
held on Tuesday afternoon. (Plot 629, R27S3)
Thursday, December 2nd, 1909 (Picton Times)
Hillier
Mrs. Rhoda Curry continues very poorly. (Plot 489C, R20S6)
Friday, February 25th, 1910 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mrs. William Curry, after a long lingering illness from cancer, died at her home in
the village on February 7th, 1910. The funeral service was held at the house, the
internment took place at Christ Church graveyard. Mrs. Frank Graydon of Trent Valley
and Mrs. McAlpine of Flint, Michigan, relatives of the deceased, were with her at the
last, and to them the sympathy of friends is extended in their bereavement. (Plot 489C,
R20S6)
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Tuesday, March 15th, 1910 (Picton Gazette)
Personal
Mrs. Gertrude Josepha Nease died at the residence of her son, Stephen Nease,
Hillier, on Sunday, March 13th. Deceased was aged ninety years, five months and seven
days. (Plot 380B, R16S12)
Friday, March 18th, 1910 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Two respected residents of Hillier passed away within a few days of each other.
At the residence of her son, Stephen Nease, there passed away on Sunday morning, 13th
last, Mrs. George Nease, at the advanced age of ninety years. Death resulted from a
hemorrhage, although the old lady had been an invalid for about ten years. Always
hospitable and a helpful friend, the memory of her in her old home in Niles Corners is a
pleasing and never-to-be forgotten picture to troops of old acquaintances and neighbours
who cannot but rejoice that after “life’s fitful fever she sleeps well.” (Plot 380B, R16S12)
Friday, April 15th, 1910 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
Mr. Will Alexander, and old and respected member of this community, died
suddenly at his home Pleasant Bay on Tuesday last. Rev. John Galloway (Presbyterian),
Foxboro, conducted the funeral service which was held at the house of his son, Mr.
Thomas Alexander, Thursday afternoon. The remains were interred in Hillier cemetery.
(Plot 137A, R6S13)
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Friday, July 22nd, 1910 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Lettitia Carleton, the subject of this obituary, was the eldest of 12 children of
Lancelot and Rebecca Carleton of whom only two: Mrs. Eleanor Rogers of Manitoba and
Mr. George W., of San Diego, California, survive. She was born in Ireland, County of
Fermanagh, Township of Clinkeeland, Town of Clonas, April 1st, 1818. At the age of 12
years she came with her parents to Canada and settled in the Township of Hillier, Prince
Edward County. She became one of the pioneer teachers of Upper Canada. On November
25th, 1845, she was married to Robert P. Anderson of Frankford, Ontario. To this union
there were born eight children of whom five survive her: Rebecca E. Smith and Margaret
J. O’Connor, both of Holton, Michigan; William H. Anderson of Barnard, New York,
Stewart C. Anderson of Wolcott, New York and Mary E. Locklin of Melville, Ontario.
Her husband predeceased her in 1861, and in 1872 she was married to Joel Locklin who
also predeceased her in 1886. She departed this life June 30th, 1910 and leaves beside her
children a large number of relatives and friends to mourn, all conceding that their loss is
her eternal gain. At the age of twenty she was converted at a meeting held at the
Bowerman School House and united with the Methodist Church since which time she has
lived a consistent Christian life. Her surviving children attended the funeral which took
place July 3rd from the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. J. Locklin. Services were
conducted in Melville Church by Rev. A. Hill, thence to Christ Church Cemetery for
internment, where she was laid to rest beside her parents.”
“Asleep in Jesus, peaceful rest,
Whose waking is supremely blest
No fear, no woe, shall dim that hour
That manifests the Saviour’s power.” (Plot 20, R2S9)
Thursday, October 11th, 1910 (Picton Gazette)
Chisholm (Intended for last week)
After a lingering illness of several months, borne with great patience and
fortitude, Mrs. Walter Wilson passed away on Friday evening, September 30th, at the
early age of 24 years. Mrs. Wilson was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Foshay and
besides her husband and two little girls, two brothers and a sister are left to mourn. The
funeral service was largely attended on Sunday at the English church, being conducted by
Rev. Mr. Fenton. The remains were laid to rest in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier.
Friends and neighbours extend sympathy to the bereaved.
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Foshay and Mr. and Mrs. Elkanah Foshay of Picton
attended the funeral of their niece, Mrs. Walter Wilson on Sunday. (No plot or tombstone
information available)
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Friday, December 30th, 1910 (Picton Gazette)
Local and Personal
George Turvey, an old and respected resident of Hillier passed away on Tuesday,
December 20th, at the family residence, Cold Creek, 2nd Concession of Hillier, on the
same place where the deceased was born in 1833. He is survived by three sons and two
daughters: Mrs. E. Foshay, Picton; Thomas of Hillier, William, James and Margaret at
home. (Plot 230, R10S15)
Deaths
Turvey – At Hillier on Tuesday, December 20th, 1910, George Turvey, aged 77
years, 6 months and twenty days. (Plot 230, R10S15)
Thursday, February 2nd, 1911 (Picton Gazette)
The Deaths
Mr. Lancelot Nethery
There passed away on Monday night an old and much respected resident of
Hillier in the person of Mr. Lancelot Nethery. Mr. Nethery had been in ill health for a few
years and on that account had taken up his residence for the winter with his daughter,
Mrs. L. P. Hubbs of “Willowdale”.
The deceased had reached the advanced age of eighty-four years. He leaves to
mourn, besides his widow, seven children: Mrs. L. P. Hubbs, Mrs. A. Davern of Toronto,
at present in Los Angeles, California; Mrs. J. Townsend of Hillier; Mrs. R. Howe of
Saskatchewan; Miss Maggie Nethery of Chicago; Mr. William Nethery, Reeve of
Ameliasburg and Mr. W. Nethery, druggist, of Atlanta, Georgia.
The sorrowing relatives have the sympathy of many friends who grieve with
them, feeling the loss in part their own, as the kind, genial old gentleman had endeared
himself to many during a just and honourable career. (Plot 579, R22S11)
Thursday, June 1st, 1911 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
There died at the family residence in Wellington, Wednesday May 24th, Rebecca
Wilson, beloved wife of William Atkins. The deceased, who was in her 75th year, was
born in Roslin, Hastings County and married Mr. Atkins in 1870. They afterwards moved
to Allisonville, where they resided up to some two years ago. Mrs. Atkins was a lady of
sterling worth and a life long member of the Anglican Church. Besides her bereaved
husband, she leaves to mourn her loss two daughters: Mrs. Herbert Maybee of
Saskatchewan and Mrs. David Jackson of Toronto; also one brother and sister: Mr.
Wilson of Roslin and Mrs. Gilroy of Blenheim. The funeral service was preached at her
late residence by Rev. J. O’Connor Fenton, Sunday May 28th. Internment at Hillier
cemetery. [Editor’s note – the tombstone states the year as 1910.] (Plot 538B, R21S21)
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Thursday, July 13th, 1911 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. Alexander, father of E. Alexander of Pleasant Bay, died at the latter’s home
on Friday, July 7th, and was buried in Christ Church cemetery on Sunday. The old
gentleman had been in ill health for a number of years and had reached the advanced age
of 84 years. He was a staunch Orangeman and the funeral was conducted by that order.
(Plot 114, R5S9)
Thursday, July 20th, 1911 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
An old resident of Hillier, Mrs. Catherine Gibson, passed away in Smithfield on
July 14th and was buried in Christ Church, Hillier on Sunday. The deceased was the
daughter of the late Henry Babbit and was born about 80 years ago. Her early years were
spent in Hillier and the last service was given in the church she had attended for many
years, and of which choir she had been a member. The funeral service was first
conducted in Smithfield and there every respect was paid to the memory of one who had
endeared herself to many. The remains were then brought to Hillier where Rev. J. de P.
Wright conducted the service at the grave. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Leavens and Mr. and Mrs.
George Flindall went up to Smithfield on Saturday, returning with the cortege on Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. George Bell and nephews: S. & E. Foshay of Picton, were in Hillier
on Sunday to attend the funeral. The many old friends in Hillier extend sympathy to all
the sorrowing relatives. (Plot 100, R4S22)
Thursday, September 28th, 1911 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
There passed away on Sunday, September 19th, an old resident of the village in
the person of Betsy, wife of Daniel Tripp. Her death was not altogether unexpected as the
old lady had reached the advanced age of 86 years and she had been in poor health for the
last year. Mrs. Tripp was truly a wonderful example of prolonged activity, retaining all
her faculties till the last, and keeping her home in order for her aged partner for whom all
sympathy is felt in this great bereavement. Of a large family, ten children are still living
and among the descendents one counts forty eight grandchildren and thirty four great
grandchildren. The funeral took place at Hillier on Tuesday, September 21st, the service
being conducted by Mr. Williams, Methodist pastor of Consecon. Internment took place
at Christ Church cemetery, a large concourse of sorrowing friends and relatives following
to the grave. (Plot 487B, R20S4)
Thursday, February 22nd, 1912 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral of David Grant, son of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Grant, took place from
the residence of his parents in Hillier on Wednesday morning (February 14th). The
service was conducted by Rev. C. Williams, internment at Christ Church cemetery. (Plot
60, R3S16)
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Thursday, May 16th, 1912 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
James Cummins [sic], an old and highly respected resident of this community,
died on Sunday last. [May 11th] (Plot 155A, R7S7)
Thursday, May 16th, 1912 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
After an illness of some weeks, Mrs. Ellen Gilmer died at her home in Hillier on
Tuesday evening. [May 7th] The funeral service was held at the Presbyterian Church in
the village, Mr. Rowland officiating. The late Mrs. Gilmer was born in the Township of
Monaghan [County Monaghan, Ireland] seventy-seven years ago and has been a resident
of Hillier for about fifty-five years. Her husband predeceased her about 11 years ago. She
leaves one sister, Mrs. James Carleton of Hillier, and several nieces and nephews. (Plot
338, R15S12)
Deaths
Gilmer – In Hillier, Tuesday May 7th, 1912, Mrs. Ellen Gilmer, aged 77 years.
(Plot 338, R15S12)
Thursday, July 25th, 1912 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. James Carleton, an old esteemed resident of Hillier, passed away on Sunday
afternoon. (Plot 341, R15S13)
Deaths
Carleton – In Hillier, on Sunday July 21st, 1912, James Carleton, aged 84 years.
(Plot 341, R15S13)
Thursday, August 1st, 1912 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
James Carleton
The death occurred in Hillier on Sunday, July 21st, of one of the oldest residents
of the township, in the person of James Carleton, at the advanced age of 84 years. The
late Mr. Carleton was born in County Monaghan, Ireland and came to this county and
took up residence in Hillier in the year 1852, thus residing in this township for a period of
sixty years. He was a successful farmer and continued at that occupation until
incapacitated by age when he moved to a home in Hillier village. A widow and one
daughter, Mrs. W. Rorke survive.
The funeral took place at Christ Church, Hillier on Tuesday afternoon and was
largely attended, the church being full. Rev. J. de P. Wright, who with his wife came
from Lynn to pay their last respects to their old friend, conducted the service at the
church. The sympathy of the community generally goes out to the bereaved family.
(Plot 341, R15S13)
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Thursday, September 19th, 1912 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Daniel Tripp
Mr. Daniel Tripp, an aged and respected resident of Ameliasburg died Wednesday
evening last after a few days illness. Deceased, who was 90 years of age, was born in
Prince Edward County and had resided there all his life. He was a gentleman well known
and had a large circle of friends. For many years Mr. Tripp had been a member of the
Methodist church. Mrs. Tripp preceded him to the tomb a few years ago. A family o
seven sons and three daughters survive. The sons are J. P. and Issac of Prince Edward
County, Robert and George of Rochester, New York, Peter and John of Frankford and
William of Trenton. The daughters are Mrs. H. Trumble of St. Ola, Mrs. C. White and
Mrs. Bovey of Prince Edward. (Plot 487A, R20S4)
Consecon Lake South
We regret to announce the death of Mr. David [sic] Tripp who died at the home of
his son, Israel Tripp, at the High Shore on Thursday last. Deceased was over 90 years of
age and had been in good health up to within a few days before his death, and had spent
several weeks the forepart of the summer in our nighbourhood at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. David Bovay. On Saturday, the remains were brought to Hillier where the
funeral service was held and internment took place at Christ Church burying ground.
(Plot 487A, R20S4)
Thursday, October 31st, 1912 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Mrs. Lant Nethery
The funeral of Mrs. Lant Nethery took place on Saturday morning at Christ
Church, the rector, the Rev. Dr. Cobb, conducting the service. Mrs. Nethery had been
living with her daughter Mrs. L. P. Hubbs since the death of Mr. Nethery nearly two
years ago. She had reached the age of 82 years and was in exceptionally good health. She
went to bed Wednesday night without the least complaint and apparently died without a
struggle while sleeping. She leaves a family of seven: Mrs. L. P. Hubbs, Hillier; Mrs. J.
Townsend, Centre; Mrs. George Van Vlack, Waupoos; Mrs. A. Davern, Toronto; Mrs.
Rufus Howe in the West; W. S. Nethery, Toledo and W. Nethery, Georgia. The latter
three were unable to attend the funeral. (Plot 580, R22S11)
Melville
We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Sarah Nethery, widow of the late
Lancelot Nethery, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Phillip Hubbs, Hillier, on Thursday,
October 24th. Mrs. Nethery was one of the oldest and most highly respected residents of
South Lakeside, where she, with her husband spent many years of their married life. For a
few years past they resided with Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Hubbs, where Mr. Nethery passed
away in the winter of 1911. Mrs. Nethery’s old friends and neighbours extend to the
sorrowing sons and daughters their sincerest sympathy in their bereavement. (Plot 580,
R22S11)
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Thursday, May 8th, 1913 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mr. George Morton, a highly esteemed resident of this locality died at the home
of his sister, Mrs. Thomas Wood, Ameliasburg, on Friday, May 2nd. The deceased had
been in poor health for a year, the illness finally terminating in a stroke of paralysis on
Thursday. The funeral service was held on Sunday afternoon in Melville Church, Rev. R.
T. Williamson preaching an appropriate sermon from the following text: Acts 3, v. 5,
“Silver and gold I have none, but such as I have, I give thee. In the name of Jesus of
Nazareth rise up and walk.” The choir sang, “Nearer My God,” and Miss Gladys Osborne
rendered a vocal solo, “God will wipe away the tears from every eye,” both of which
added to the solemn impressiveness of the service. The remains were interred in the
cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier, the bearers being: Mr. H. Breeze, Mr. W. E.
Davidson, Mr. J. Kinnear, Mr. E. W. Carley, Mr. F. H. Jones and Mr. G. J. Osborne.
Relatives from a distance in attendance at the funeral were a sister, Mrs. L. Morton of
Belleville, and a brother, Mr. David Morton of Tweed. The deceased leaves three sisters
and four brothers to mourn his loss, and to those is extended the sympathy of Melville
friends in their bereavement. (Plot 610A, R25S10)
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stephenson, Wellington, attended the funeral of the late Mr.
George Morton on Sunday afternoon. (Plot 610A, R25S10)
Thursday, July 24th, 1913 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Terry – In Hillier, on Friday, July 18th, Mrs. Agnes Terry, aged 81 years, 3
months and 16 days. Funeral on Sunday, July 20th, at Christ Church, Hillier. Internment
in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 201B, R9S14)
Mrs. Agnes Terry
In Hillier, on July 18th, 1913, there passed to their everlasting rest after a long and
painful illness, Mrs. Agnes Terry, relict. of the late Mr. Harvey Terry, aged 81 years, 3
months and 16 days. She was a woman of strong and upright character. Beloved by all
her acquaintances and tenderly cared for by her family of eight children, all of whom
survive her and mourn her great loss. They are William and Elizabeth Rebecca, wife of E.
A. Titus of Wellington; Harriet Louise, wife of William McQuinn of Hillier; Philip of
Hallowell, Emma, wife of Fred Thorn of B. C., and Ernest E., Ella and Sarah at home. A
large and sympathetic audience was present at the funeral services conducted at Christ
Church, Hillier, on Sunday afternoon, conducted by the Rev. Dr. Cobb of Wellington.
Internment in the Hillier cemetery. (Plot 201B, R9S14)
Thursday, December 4th, 1913 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Young – In Hillier on Saturday, November 29th, Mrs. Young, beloved wife of Mr.
Charles Young. Funeral on Monday, December 1st. Internment at Hillier. (Plot 337,
R15S11)
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Thursday, March 26th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Morton – At Melville on Wednesday, March 18th, 1914, Mrs. John Morton, aged
50 years. Funeral on Friday at Melville. Internment at Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 613,
R25S12)
The late Mrs. John Morton, Melville
The angel of Death has visited this community and removed from the family
circle a beloved wife and mother in the person of Sarah Bamforth Morton, wife of Mr.
John Morton, who passed peacefully to her eternal rest on Wednesday, March 18th, after a
few days illness from pleuro-pneumonia. All that loving hearts desire and willing hands
do was done to alleviate her suffering and to preserve a precious life, but to no avail. The
funeral service, which was largely attended at Melville on Friday afternoon by Rev. Mr.
Wallace, superintendent of the circuit, assisted by the pastor, Rev. H. White. The choir
assisted in the service and Mr. G. Weeks, by request, rendered the solo “Rock of Ages”.
At the close of the service, Rev. Richard Bamforth, BA, of Port Perry, gave, with much
emotion, a tribute of deepest love and esteem to the memory of his only sister, the late
Mrs. Morton. Beside her husband and one son Albert, a little boy of eleven years, she
leaves a brother, Rev. R. Bamforth of Port Perry to mourn the loss of a faithful wife, a
loving mother and affectionate sister. The bereaved have the profound sympathy of all in
their great loss.
Her faithful diligence, not only in the duties of the home, but also in the work of
the church, Sunday School and Women’s Missionary Society is worthy of the highest
commendation and imitation. The beautiful floral tributes bore silent, but eloquent
testimony to the place she held in the hearts of people. The floral offerings which covered
the casket were emblems of love from the husband, Mr. J. Morton; the brother, Rev. R.
Bamforth; from Mrs. Lizzie Morton, Belleville; from the ladies of the W. M. S., and from
the Adult Bible Class. The remains were interred in Christ Church, Hillier, and the pall
bearers being: Mr. Frank Zufelt, Mr. D. H. Young, Mr. Thomas Kinnear, Mr. Herbert
Zufelt, Mr. Bruce McFaul and Mr. W. H. Anderson. (Plot 613, R25S12)
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Thursday, April 2nd, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
McComb – In Hillier, on Friday, March 27th, 1914, Lydia McComb, relict of the
late William McComb. Funeral services on Sunday afternoon. Internment in Christ
Church, Hillier. (Plot 193B, R9S8)
Obituary
Mrs. Lydia McComb
The funeral of Lydia McComb, relict of the late William McComb was conducted
by the Rev. C. G. Williams in Hillier on Sunday afternoon last, in the presence of a large
and sympathetic audience, who had gathered to pay this last tribute of respect to one who
in life was highly esteemed for her many good qualities of head and heart. She was a
daughter of the late Francis Jones, and had always resided in Hillier. Her husband and
only son predeceased her some years ago. (Plot 193B, R9S8)
Niles Corners
Quite a number from here attended the funeral of the late Mrs. McComb of Hillier
on Sunday. (Plot 193B, R9S8)
Melville
Mr. E. W. Carley, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Carley, and Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Anderson
attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Lydia McComb in Hillier on Sunday afternoon. The
service, which was largely attended, was conducted by Rev. Cecil Williams. The
deceased, who was a life resident of Hillier, died suddenly of heart failure. Her husband,
the late William McComb and one son, Arnold, predeceased her by many years. She was
a member of the Methodist church for many years; owing to ill health she was
incapacitated from taking an active part in social or church circles, yet the influence of a
retiring life will make itself felt, and she will be greatly missed in the little community in
which she lived. (Plot 193B, R9S8)
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Thursday, April 2nd, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wilson – In Wellington on Tuesday, March 31st, 1914, Mary Josephine Amanda
Conger, wife of Hiram B. Wilson, aged 47 years. Funeral from her late residence,
Thursday, April 2nd. Service at St. Andrew’s church at 2 pm. Internment at Hillier. (Plot
499, R20S14)
Obituary
Mary Josephine Conger
Wife of Hiram B. Wilson passed away last Tuesday evening after an illness of
two months. Mrs. Wilson was only forty-seven years of age, and besides her husband, she
leaves an only daughter, Miss Lilla. The funeral takes place this afternoon (Thursday) at
two o’clock in St. Andrew’s church, Wellington. Internment in the Anglican cemetery at
Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 499, R20S14)
Thursday, April 9th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
The funeral of the late Mrs. H. B. Wilson on Thursday last was from St. Andrew’s
church was largely attended. The chancel and altar were suitably draped in black and an
abundance of white carnations. The floral tributes from friends were most profuse. The
Women’s Auxillary, of which Mrs. Wilson was a useful and interested member, sent a
beautiful wreath in crimson flowers, the W. A. colour; a beautiful sheaf from Rev. C.
Wilson of Bellows Falls, Vermont; a lovely white cross from her daughter, a lovely
wreath from the employees of W. P. Niles Ltd.; a beautiful spray of calla lilies from the
congregation of Christ Church, Hillier and many others from friends from a distance and
here. Dr. Cobb gave a short address suitable for the sad occasion. The choir contributed
to the service with several favourite hymns. The internment was in Christ Church
cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 499, R20S14)
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Friday, December 31st, 1909 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mrs. Orville Clark (nee Pauline Hubbs), who before her marriage was president of
the ‘Strollers’, was the recipient of a beautiful gift from members of the Club. The
present, which was in the form of a silver tray engraved with the word ‘Strollers’, came
as a surprise to the young bride. Mrs. Clarke was a great favourite with the young folk
and this slight token carried with it the love and esteem of her old companions.
Thursday, April 30th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Clarke – In Hillier on Wednesday, April 22nd, 1914, Lillie Pauline, wife of J.
Orville Clarke, in her 26th year, only child of Mr. & Mrs. George Hubbs, Hillier. (Plot
293, R13S13)
Obituary
Lillie Pauline Clarke
The death occurred at Hillier on Wednesday, April 22nd, of Lillie Pauline Hubbs,
wife of J. Orville Clarke of Govan, Saskatchewan, aged 25 years.
The deceased was the only child of Mr. and Mrs. George Hubbs. In 1909 she
married J. Orville Clarke and removed to Govan, where she lived until August 1913,
when failing health forced her to return to her childhood home, hoping she may benefit of
the change, but inspite of loving care, she gradually failed until Wednesday, when she
passed peacefully away.
The funeral was held at Christ Church, Hillier, on Friday, the 24th, where the Rev.
Dr. Cobb conducted an impressive service. Internment in Christ Church Cemetery. Mrs.
Clarke had a wide circle of relatives and friends who deeply regret her early death and
extend their sympathy to the bereaved. The bearers were: Messrs. W. H. Clapp, R. P.
Wilson, Wm Flindall, F. Flindall, E. Terry and James Turvey.
The floral tributes were: wreath and sheaf of lilies and carnations, father, mother
and husband; square and compass of white roses, lilies of the valley and orchids from the
Masonic Lodge, Govan, Saskatchewan; wreath, pink and white roses, lilies of the valley
and carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Crerar, Mr. and Mrs. D. Kippan and Mr. and Mrs. A.
E. Bibbs of Govan, Saskatchewan; sheaf of lilies and carnations, Mr. and Mrs. George
Bell, Picton; wreath of lilies and carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Stafford, Rednersville;
sheaf of lilies and carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Leavens, Hillier; spray of carnations,
Ladies’ Guild of Christ Church, Hillier; wreath of lilies and carnations, Mr. and Mrs.
Stanley Pierce, Picton; sheaf of pink roses, Mabel and Ernest Hubbs, Hillier and spray of
carnations, Mrs. Lydia Pettingill, Trenton. Unfortunately, flowers on behalf of Picton
Masonic Lodge did not arrive on time for the funeral. (Plot 293, R13S13)
Melville
Mrs. Aurelia Morton and Fred attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Orville Clarke
at Christ Church, Hillier on Friday. (Plot 293, R13S13)
Niles Corners
After a long and patient illness, Mrs. Orville Clarke passed away peacefully to
rest on Wednesday, April 22nd. Much sympathy is felt for the sorrowing husband and
parents in their sad bereavement. The funeral was largely attended on Friday. Internment
was made at the Church of England cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 293, R13S13)
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Thursday, June 18th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Weeks – At Melville on Sunday, June 14th, Court L. Weeks, aged 80 years.
Funeral on Tuesday, June 16th. (No plot or tombstone – husband of Frances Weeks, plot
629, R27S3)
Thursday, June 25th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
The funeral service of the late Mr. Court Weeks was held at the home on Tuesday
afternoon, June 16th, the pastor Rev. H. White, officiating. The deceased, who was in his
80th year, suffered from a lingering illness, which he bore with exemplary patience and
Christian fortitude. His wife predeceased him by several years [Sunday, December 26th,
1909]. He leaves to mourn two sons, Mr. F. Weeks, South Lakeside and Mr. G. M.
Weeks at home, and two daughters, Mrs. D. E. Sprung, Consecon and Mrs. Frank Powell,
Manitoba; also two sisters, Miss Lida of Melville and Mrs. F. Tooke, Watertown, N. Y.,
and one brother, Mr. J. Weeks of Oregon. Internment was made in the Anglican Church,
Hillier, the bearers being: Mr. E. W. Carley, Mr. J. Wessels, Mr. J. R. French, Mr. R.
Lauder, Mr. J. Locklin and Mr. J. Kinnear. (No plot or tombstone – husband of Frances
Weeks, plot 629, R27S3)
Thursday, July 23rd, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wilson – In Wellington on Tuesday, July 21st, 1914, Thomas C. Wilson, aged 66
years and 5 months. Funeral on Thursday (today). Service at the house at 10 am.
Internment was made at Hillier. (Plot 530, R21S13)
Thursday, July 30th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Thomas C. Wilson
Mr. Thomas C. Wilson of Wellington died very suddenly at his home in that
village on Tuesday, July 21st, aged 66 years. Mr. Wilson had been for the last few years a
resident of Wellington, having moved there from his farm in Gerow Gore, Hallowell,
where he had resided for many years.
The deceased had not been in the best of health for some time. He had a stroke of
paralysis about a year ago from which he had fairly well recovered.
Mr. Wilson was a man of genial disposition and was popular with all his friends.
The funeral was on Thursday at his residence, Wellington; internment at Hillier burying
ground. He leaves to mourn his loss his widow and two children, Burton on the farm in
Hallowell and Nina, wife of S. D. Noxon, Esq. of Crofton. (Plot 530, R21S13)
Wellington
The funeral of the late Thomas Wilson was held at the family residence on
Thursday, last. Rev. Dr. Cobb officiated. Internment was at the cemetery of Christ’s
Church, Hillier. (Plot 530, R21S13)
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Thursday, September 17th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Parks – At Consecon on Tuesday, September 8th, 1914, Hester A. Parks. Funeral
was conducted by the Rev. C. G. Williams on Thursday, September 10th. Internment in
cemetery at Hillier. (Plot 144, R6S17)
Melville
The funeral of the late Mrs. Hester A. Parks was conducted on Thursday
afternoon in the Methodist church, Consecon, the pastor Rev. C. G. Williams officiating.
Mrs. Parks was highly esteemed by all who knew her. She was a victim of that dread
disease cancer, but was confined to her bed only a short time before her death. She leaves
to mourn one son, Ira Parks of Ameliasburg and two brothers: Mr. E. W. Carley of
Melville and Mr. Philip F. Carley of western Ameliasburg. Internment was made in the
cemetery of the Anglican Church, Hillier, the bearers being nephews and grandsons of
the deceased; namely, Cecil Carley, Ray Carley, Harry Carley, Ernest Carley and
Kenneth and Thomas Parks. (Plot 144, R6S17)
Thursday, November 19th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Tripp – In Hillier on Saturday, November 14th, 1914, Gideon Tripp, an old and
respected resident of the Township. His funeral was conducted on Monday, 16th, inst.,
and internment took place at the Anglican Church cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 146A, R6S19)
Thursday, February 11th, 1915 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. James Liddon’s infant child, who had been ill for some time, passed into
eternal rest on Thursday last, and was buried at the Anglican cemetery on Saturday, Dr.
Cobb officiating. (No plot or tombstone information available)
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Thursday, August 5th, 1915 (Picton Gazette)
Death of W. L. Woof
There passed away at his home in Hillier on Thursday, July 29th, 1915, after a
protracted illness of several months, during which time he had undergone several
operations at the General Hospital in Toronto for that insidious disease, cancer of the
stomach, which baffled the skill of the best physicians.
Mr. Woof was an enterprising and successful farmer and a kind and obliging
neighbour and will be much missed in the community. He had several years experience in
the Municipal Council and was a member for the present year. He leaves a wife and
seven children – two boys and five girls.
His funeral took place on Saturday, July 31st, and internment was made at Christ
Church, Hillier. (Plot 287 R13S9)
Niles Corners
Quite a number from here attended the funeral of the late William Woof, Cold
Creek on Saturday. (Plot 287 R13S9)
Deaths
Woof – In Hillier, Thursday, July 29th, 1915, William Woof aged 55 years.
Funeral from his late residence on Saturday, July 31st, 1915. Internment in Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 287 R13S9)
Thursday, August 26th, 1915 (Picton Gazette)
Minutes of Hillier Council Meeting
Ireland-Davidson – That whereas it has pleased Almighty God to take from us the
late W. L. Woof, thereby depriving this Council of a valued officer, and this County of a
valued citizen, therefore resolved that this Council express its deep sorrow for the loss
sustained and also its deep sympathy with Mrs. Woof and family in their great
bereavement. (Plot 287 R13S9)
Executor’s Notice To Creditors
In the estate of William Ladue Woof of the Township of Hillier, in the County of
Prince Edward, yeoman, deceased.
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 121, R.S.O., section 56, that any
persons having claim against the estate of the said William Ladue Woof, who died on or
about the 29th day of July, 1915, are required to send by post or deliver to Ruth Woof,
one of the executors of the Estate of the said deceased, on or before the 2nd day of
September, 1915, the names, addresses and descriptions and a full statement of
particulars of their claims and the nature of their security (if any) held by them duly
verified, and after the said day the said executor will proceed to distribute the assets of
the said deceased amongst the parties entitled thereto having regard only to the claims of
which she shall have notice, and that she will not be liable for the assets so distributed, or
any part thereof, to any person or persons of whose claims they shall not then have
notice.
E. M. Young
Solicitor for the said executor
Dated at Picton the 11th day of August, 1915. (Plot 287 R13S9)
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Thursday, August 5th, 1915 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Tripp – In Hillier, Saturday, July 31st. 1915, Mrs. Isaac Tripp, aged 56 years.
Funeral from her late residence, Hillier on Monday, August 2nd, 1915. Internment at
Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 486, R20S3)
Thursday, October 28th, 1915 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
May – In Hillier, on Saturday, October 23rd, 1915, Mrs. Maria May in her 81st
year. Funeral from the residence of her son, Mr. George May, on Sunday afternoon,
October 24th. (Plot 431, R18S11)
Melville
At the ripe age of eighty-one years, Mrs. Maria May, died on October 23rd, at the
residence of her son, Mr. George May, Hillier. The deceased, who for the past few years
had resided with her son, was a native of England, having come to this country in early
youth. The funeral service was conducted at the home of on Sunday afternoon by the
pastor, Rev. E. H. Harston [Editor’s Note – Methodist Minister of Melville Church from
1914-15. Rev. Harston lived in the parsonage in Melville located south of the bridge,
formerly owned by Robert Eaton – as per History of the Churches of Prince Edward
County], who spoke sincerely from the appropriate words of ----?, Chapter 5, Verse 26:
“Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age like a sheaf of corn cometh in season.”
Internment was made in the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 431, R18S11)
Thursday, November 11th, 1915 (Picton Gazette) (Plot 431, R18S11)
Niles Corners (Intended for last week, Thursday November 4th, 1915)
The funeral of the late Mrs. May, which took place at the home of her son, Mr.
George May, on Sunday, October 24th, was largely attended. Internment was made at
Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. The bereaved family and friends have the sympathy of
this neighbourhood. (Plot 431, R18S11)
Thursday, December 16th, 1915 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral of Mr. Thomas Baird, a highly respected resident of this
neighbourhood was conducted by Rev. Mr. Gall at his late residence, Hillier on Saturday
last. Mr. Baird had been in poor health for some time, but the end came suddenly on
Thursday evening. The widow and one son, William of Wellington, are left to mourn the
loss. The deceased was a brother-in-law of Mr. Thomas Gordon of Picton. (Plot 442A,
R18S17)
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Thursday, January 6th, 1916 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
The sad accident to Mr. Fred Nease of Niles Corners cast a decided gloom over
the community. Mr. Nease, with Mr. Will Bedell of Hillier, had motored to Trenton, and
on their return journey the motor turned turtle near Consecon. Mr. Nease was taken to the
home of Mr. C. Blakely, where he died early Thursday morning, not having regained
consciousness. Mr. Bedell, owner of the car, escaped with many bruises and scratches.
The funeral of Mr. Nease took place on New Year’s Day from his residence to the
Anglican cemetery, Hillier. Mr. Nease was a brother of Stephen Nease, now of Calagary
and of Mrs. George Buchanan of Pincher Creek. Another brother, Gilbert, resides in
Nevada. (Plot 379, R16S11)
Niles Corners
A very sad event occurred on Wednesday night, the 29th, when Mr. Wm. Bedell and Mr.
Fred Nease, our blacksmith and miller, went out for a spin in Mr. Bedell’s auto and
something gave way about the car, throwing them into the ditch. Mr. Bedell was badly
cut and bruised about the head and face, while Mr. Nease was fatally injured, remaining
unconscious until the end, which occurred Thursday morning. The deceased will be
greatly missed in the home and neighbourhood, as he was a kind and tender husband and
good neighbour. Internment at Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. His bereaved widow and
friends have the heartfelt sympathy of this entire community in their sad bereavement.
Friend after friend departs,
Who has not lost a friend?
There is no union here in hearts
That finds not here an end. (Plot 379, R16S11)
Thursday, January 27th, 1916 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Young – In Hillier, Wednesday, January 19th, 1916, Letitia Whitten, wife of John
Young. Funeral services at her late residence, January 21st, at 2 p.m. Internment at Christ
Church, Hillier. (Plot 242, R11S6)
Death of Mrs. John Young
The death occurred at her residence, Hillier, January 19th, of Letitia Young, wife
of John Young, Esq., aged 75 years. The late Mrs. Young, whose maiden name was
Whitten, was a lifelong resident of the Township of Hillier, having been born in the
village and always lived in that vicinity. For a time, Mr. and Mrs. Young resided on a
farm west of the village of Hillier along Pleasant Bay but for recent years have been
residents of the village.
The funeral was held on Friday afternoon at her late residence. Her son,
McGregor Young, K. C., and wife of Toronto, were present at the funeral. She is
survived by her husband, who is in very poor health, and two sons: McGregor of Toronto
and George of British Columbia. (Plot 242, R11S6)
Wellington
The many friends here of Mr. John Young of Hillier, deeply sympathize with him
in the sad affliction, the death of his estimable wife, which occurred last week after a
short illness. (Plot 242, R11S6)
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Thursday, February 10th, 1916 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Young – In Hillier, Tuesday, February 1st, 1916, John Young, aged about 86
years. Funeral on Thursday from his late residence at 2 p.m. Internment at Hillier (Plot
243, R11S6)
Thursday, February 24th, 1916 (Picton Gazette)
Niles Corners
Mrs. Gideon Tripp, Cold Creek, still continues very poorly. (Plot 146B, R6S19)
Thursday, August 10th, 1916 (Picton Gazette)
Niles Corners
The Messenger of Death has again been in our midst and this time has claimed as
its victim Mrs. Gilliam Hardy who departed this life on Saturday, August 5th. Her funeral
was largely attended on Monday, service being conducted at Wellington, with her
remains being taken to Christ Church, Hillier for internment. Much sympathy is extended
to the bereaved family and friends. (Plot 270, R12S7)
Deaths
Hardy – In Wellington on Saturday, August 5th, 1916, Mrs. Gilliam Hardy.
Funeral on Monday, August 7th. Internment in Christ Church Burying Ground, Hillier.
(Plot 270, R12S7)
Thursday, February 15th, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Flindall – At Belleville on Saturday, February 10th, George A. Flindall, aged 68
years. Internment at Hillier. (Plot 411A, R17S11)
Obituary
Death of George A. Flindall
George A. Flindall of Hillier, passed away on February 10th at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Adams, Yeomans Street, Belleville. He was a farmer and was in his 68th
year, being a son of the late Stephen Franklin Flindall and having been born in Murray
Township. He had gone to Belleville several weeks ago to visit his daughter while he
underwent medical treatment. He leaves a widow and seven children, two sons: S. F. of
Toronto and W. L. of Hillier, and five daughters: Mrs. D. W. Adams, Bellville; Mrs. C.
N. Palmer of Hillier; Mrs. T. H. Smith, Hillier; Miss Minta Flindall of Hillier and Miss
Alice Flindall of Toronto. He was an Anglican in religion. (Plot 411A, R17S11)
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Thursday, March 8th, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
The Late Benjamin Leavens
Benjamin Leavens, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Leavens, who was born on June
29th, 1865, died February 26th, 1917 at Marion, Ohio. His death was due to pneumonia.
Mr. Leavens was twice married; first in 1888 to Miss Mahala Curry, who died October
29th, 1899. To this union two sons were born, Cecil R. of Marion, Ohio and Ernest E. of
Toronto. He was married again on July 15th, 1901 to Miss Mamie Sutton of Greencastle,
Mo. He was a member of Epworth Methodist Church and the Oddfellows Lodge.
Besides his aged parents, he leaves the following brothers and sisters: Mrs.
George Hubbs of Wellington, Mrs. George Bell of Picton, Mrs. R. W. Stafford of
Rednersville, Mr. Stephen Leavens of Wellington, Mr. Harry D. Leavens of Weyburn,
Saskatchewan and Lyle Leavens of Hillier.
One sister, Mrs. S. B. Palmer, predeceased him. The remains were brought to his
old home for burial, the funeral being held at Christ Church, Hillier on Tuesday, March
1st at 11 o’clock, Rev. Young officiating. Internment in Christ Church cemetery. (Plot
288A, R13S10)
Thursday, April 12th, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Cobb – In Wellington on Sunday, April 8th, 1917, Rev. Dr. Arthur J. Cobb, aged
53 years.
Obituary
Rev. Dr. Arthur J. Cobb
After a lingering illness, there passed away at his late residence on Easter Sunday,
Rev. Dr. Arthur J. Cobb, aged 53 years, rector of St. Andrew’s church, Wellington.
The late Dr. Cobb, together with his wife and family came together to Canada
from England some years ago and held several pulpits before coming to Wellington.
He was a man of excellent education, a fine public orator and beloved by all who
knew him. The late gentleman was a member of the Masonic fraternity and an
Orangeman.
He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, two sons, one now serving the Empire and
one connected with a bank in the city of Ottawa, and one daughter at home.
The funeral took place from the residence to St. Andrew’s church on Wednesday
at 2.30 pm. Internment in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 275, R12S9)
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Thursday, June 19th, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
The very sudden death of Miss Gladys Hitchings, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
James Hitchings, formerly of England, now of North Lakeside, has cast a gloom over our
community. The deceased was only fourteen years of age and one in whom the charm of
young girlhood gave promise of an attractive and useful woman. Her illness was only of a
few days duration. She was a member of Melville Sunday School and recently with a
class of young people became a member of the church. The bereaved parents have the
sympathy of the community. Beside the parents there survives a brother who is fighting
for king and country in France. The funeral service was conducted at Christ Church,
Hillier, Rev. Mr. Boyle, Anglican clergyman, officiating. Internment was made in the
cemetery of Christ Church, the bearers being: Arthur Kinnear, Bruce and Hubert Chase,
Harold Zufelt, Harry Carley and Ernest Carley. (Plot 569, R23R5)
North Lakeside
The neighbours of this community extend their sincere sympathy to Mr. and Mrs.
Jim Hitchings in the loss of their little daughter Gladys.
In Loving Memory of Gladys Hitchings
Why must the morning glory fade before the midday sun?
Why must the gentle and the good retrace their steps so soon.
The young, the loved, the beautiful, we love to have them so,
And yet for that we loved them dear, they are the first to go.
Extorters of a fairer clime, they sleep in their native bed
Too tender for a soil so hard as earth for them has spread.
Selected (Plot 569, R23R5)
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Thursday, July 20th, 1916 (Picton Times)
Wellington
Pte. Alex Stuart spent a few days in town last week.
Thursday, August 23rd, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
August 16th at the Red Cross Room – knitting and making pyjamas and bed socks.
A parcel of socks was sent off. A letter was read from Private Alex Stuart thanking the
women for a parcel of socks which he had received for distribution among the boys. He
said they had wet feet at the time and the socks were fine…[Editor’s note: Alex Grant
Stuart was killed on August 15th, 1917]
Thursday, September 13th, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Word was received from the officials in Ottawa by Mr. Joseph Stuart on Tuesday
morning (September 4th) that their youngest son, Alexander Stuart, who had joined the
155th Btn. had been killed in action. Alex was merely…death of one just be…once more
bring the… our home to our very…The following letter of condolence was sent by
L.O.L. No. 2559, Wellington to the grieving parents and siblings:
Wellington, Ontario, 8th September, 1917.
Dear Brother,
Nothing could have caused the loyal members of L.O.L. No. 2559 more pain. It
was the news of your sudden bereavement in the death of your dear son Alexander Stuart,
who has paid the supreme sacrifice on the fields of valour by giving his young life for
justice, freedom and liberty in France, so that lives yet unborn may worship their God.
A promising young life snuffed out truly brings a deep and lasting sorrow, but
remember that the sun breaks through and he will receive a glad and happy reward in the
Great Beyond.
This has been a heavy blow and we scarcely know how to talk of consolation
under this affliction, but think of one who careth for all. He has prepared a bright and
beautiful home beyond the grave and the spirit of your dear boy will only wait a brief
period when in love he will meet you all to depart no more.
May God bless you in your hour of sorrow and comfort you.
Signed on behalf of Wellington L.O.L. No. 2559,
Harry A Joliey, Recording Secretary.
To Mr. and Mrs. Stuart and family
Our community was saddened last week when word was received of the death of
Private Alexander Grant Stuart and Private Covert. A memorial service will be held next
Sunday evening in St. Andrew’s Church.
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Thursday, September, 20th, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
A Memorial service was held in St. Andrew’s church on Sunday evening for
Alexander Stuart, son of Joseph Stuart, recently killed in France. The service, conducted
by the Rev. V. O. Boyle, was well attended, showing the esteem in which the young hero
was held by the community.
Thursday, October 18th, 1917 (Picton Gazette)
Pte. Alexander Grant Stuart Killed In Action
The above photograph will be recognized by his many friends and acquaintances
of that of Alex (Sandy) Stuart, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stuart of Wellington. Sandy
Stuart enlisted on January 8th, 1916, with the local unit of the 155th Battalion and after
training in his home town that winter, encamped at Barriefield Camp and was there
transferred to the 21st Canadian Battalion, C.E.F., which sailed for England in October
last. After training in England for some time, he went to France on the 2nd of May, 1917,
and was killed at the battle of Lens on the 15th day of August of this year.
“Sandy” was born in Wellington 4th March, 1899 and was just past his eighteenth
birthday. He was a popular young man in his hometown and his early death is deeply
regretted by his friends, although he died fighting for the grand old flag, never flinching
and eager to do his bit.
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Thursday, February 9th,1922 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Stewart have received a memorial plaque in memory of their
son, Alexander, killed in the Great War.
Thursday, May, 16th, 1918 (Picton Gazette)
Marriages
McFaul- Woof – At the Methodist Parsonage, Wellington, Monday, May 13th, by
the Rev. A. J. Terrill, B.A., B.D., Ethel J., daughter of Mrs. Emma Woof, and Mr. Corey
C. McFaul, both of Hillier. (Plot 284, R13S8)
Thursday, June 6th, 1918 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Shortly after her husband started for Kingston on Saturday, Mrs. C. McFaul (nee
Ethel Woof) had the misfortune to be thrown from her horse and broke her leg. Trouble
never seems to come single handed. Dr. Broad of Wellington in attendance. (Plot 284,
R13S8)
Thursday, June 13th, 1918 (Picton Gazette)
Niles Corners
Very sorry to report the death of Mrs. Cory McFaul (nee Ethel Woof) who died
through injuries received when she was thrown from the horse on Saturday, June 1st.
Death following shortly after amputation of the limb. Her funeral was largely attended on
Friday, and the remains laid to rest in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. The bereaved
young husband and mother, as well as other relatives, have the heartfelt sympathy of the
community. (Plot 284, R13S8)
Melville
The sudden death of Mrs. Corey McFaul (nee Ethel Woof), the young bride of a
few weeks, has cast a gloom over the community. Several friends from Melville attended
the obsequies which were conducted on Friday at the home, Rev. G. Campbell,
Consecon, officiating. (Plot 284, R13S8)
Deaths
McFaul – In Hillier, Wednesday, June 5th, 1918, Ethel J. Woof, wife of Corey
McFaul, aged 19 years, 7 days. (Plot 284, R13S8)
In Memoriam
In loving memory of Mrs. Corey McFaul (nee Ethel Woof), died June 5th, 1918.
We mourn the loss of one so dear
Our hearts are sad today
To think the one we loved so well
Was so quickly called away
Sleep on, sweet one, sweet beloved,
Safe thy ransomed soul shall rest
Cradled in the arms of Jesus
Safe upon His gentle breast
Mrs. William Baird (Plot 284, R13S8)
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Thursday, June 5th, 1919 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
In loving memory of Ethel McFaul, dearly beloved wife of Cory McFaul, who
departed this life June 5th, 1918.
We think of our dear Ethel
And our hearts are filled with pain
Oh this earth would be heaven
Could we hear her voice again
Just one year ago she left us
How we miss her loving face
But she left up to remember
None on earth can take her place
Husband (Plot 284, R13S8)
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Thursday, August 22nd, 1918 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wilson – In Wellington, Thursday, August 15th, 1918, Adeline Wilson, widow of
the late T. C. Wilson, aged 71 years and 7 months. (Plot 529, R21S13)
Wellington News
The funeral of the late Mrs. Adeline Wilson, wife of the late Thomas Wilson, was
held at St. Andrew’s church on Saturday morning, Rev. L. Barber of St. Mary Magdalene
Church, Picton, officiating. A very large congregation attended the solemn, but beautiful
service. Mr. Barber’s words were listened to with much interest and attention, while St.
Andrew’s choir added to the solemnity of the sad occasion by their fine singing. Mrs.
Wilson was a consistent church woman, always in her place when permitted by health.
The internment was in Christ Church, Hillier, beside her late husband who predeceased
her some 3 or 4 years ago. Mrs. Wilson will long be remembered and missed for her
amiability and gentle kindness. (Plot 529, R21S13)
Obituary
Mrs. T. C. Wilson
In Wellington on Thursday, August 15th, the death of Adeline Platt, wife of the
late Thomas C. Wilson, occurred after a short illness. Mrs. Wilson had been ailing for
some time, but only had been confined to her bed for about a week.
The deceased was born in the 3rd Concession of the Township of Hillier [Closson
Road, Hillier ward], where she resided until her marriage to Thomas C. Wilson. Her
married life was spent on the farm, Irvine Gore, Hallowell, until about 7 years ago, when
Mr. and Mrs. Wilson retired to Wellington. Her husband predeceased her about four
years ago.
The surviving relatives are: one son, Mr. A. B. Wilson, who lives on the
homestead and Mrs. S. D. Noxon of Crofton; also three granddaughters: Miss Nellie
Wilson, Mrs. Harvard VanCleaf and Miss Gwendolyn Noxon. An only grandson,
Clifford Wilson, son of Mr. A. B. Wilson, was killed in active service in France [Belgium
– editor’s note]. Mr. Alva Platt of Wellington is a brother.
The funeral was held on Saturday, August 17th, at St. Andrew’s church,
Wellington at 10.30 am, when a large circle of friends and acquaintances were in
attendance. Internment in Hillier burying ground. (Plot 529, R21S13)
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Thursday, September 12th, 1918 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Payne – In Hillier, Tuesday, September 10th, 1918, D. Herbert Payne, in his 66th
year. (Plot 343, R15S13)
Obituary
D. Herbert Payne
After an illness of over two years, the death of David Herbert Payne took place at
the residence of his daughter Lyle Leavens, 3rd Concession of Hillier, on Tuesday of this
week, aged 65 years.
The deceased was born in the Township of Hallowell on Gerow Gore, where he
resided as a boy. He married a Miss Carleton, daughter of the late James Carleton of
Pleasant bay, Hillier Township, and after his marriage resided at Mr. Carleton’s home.
Mr. Payne was by trade a mason. He was an expert workman and had charge of this part
of the work in connection with many of the buildings throughout the Township of Hillier
and the village of Wellington. Some of the buildings in Wellington he erected were the
Wellington Methodist Church, the Wellington school and many stores and residences in
that village. In nearly all the new buildings erected throughout Hillier for many years
past, the mason work was done by the late Herbert Payne.
He was a man of sterling honesty and uprightness of character and was highly
respected by all who knew him. His wife died about 21 years ago leaving an only child, a
daughter, who married Mr. Lyle leavens, Hillier. For the last 12 years, Mr. Payne has
resided with his daughter.
The funeral took place today (Thursday), services at Christ Church, Hillier at 11
o’clock. Internment in Hillier burying ground. (Plot 343, R15S13)
Thursday, September 19th, 1918 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Townspeople were sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Herbert Payne who was
widely known and much respected. Funeral was from Christ Church, Hillier, Rev. W. H.
Towle officiated at the burial. (Plot 343, R15S13)
Melville
Many friends from this place attended the funeral of the late Mr. Herbert Payne
on Thursday forenoon. The service was conducted in Christ Church, Hillier, and was
largely attended; Rev. Mr. Towle officiated. The Masonic Order, of which Mr. Payne was
an esteemed member, attended in a body and conducted the Society’s impressive
ceremony at the grave. Internment was in the cemetery of the Anglican Church. The
daughter, Mrs. Leavens, and other relatives have the sympathy of the community in their
bereavement. (Plot 343, R15S13)
[Marjorie Wiltse has indicated that Herbert Payne worked on the building of W. P. Niles
home in Wellington, and that his daughter, Mrs. Lyle Leavens took him to and from Niles
Corners to Wellington in a horse and buggy every day.]
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Obituary
Obsequies of the Late Herbert Payne
The funeral of the late Mr. D. Herbert Payne, a highly respected resident of the
Township of Hillier, (a sketch of whose life appeared in the last week’s issue of the
Gazette) was conducted on Thursday forenoon, September 12th, at Christ Church, Hillier.
The service, which was largely attended, was conducted by Rev. Mr. Towle. The
Masonic Order, of which the deceased was an esteemed member, were in attendance at
the obsequies, and the burial service was conducted with impressive Masonic rites;
internment being made in the cemetery of the Anglican Church, Hillier. The bearers
were: Messrs. John Shurie, Stephen Leavens, George Hubbs, E. Clarke, Hilton Clapp and
Everett Hubbs. Among the beautiful floral tributes were the following: From Prince
Edward Chapter No. 31, R.A.M., floral triangle; Wellington, Star-in-the-East Lodge,
compass and square; Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Leavens, pillow; Mrs. W. B. Kirk, wreath; Nellie
Carter and Agnes Kirk, anchor, Mr. and Mrs. S. Leavens, pillow; Mr. and Mrs. George
Hubbs and Mr. and Mrs. R. Stafford, wreath; Mr. and Mrs. F. Benway, spray; W. I.,
Hillier, spray; Mrs. Nelson Parliament and Mrs. Ida McFaul, cut flowers.
The daughter, Mrs. Lyle Leavens, and other relatives, have the sympathy of
numerous friends in their bereavement. (Plot 343, R15S13)
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Thursday, December 9th, 1918 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
An old and highly respected resident of Consecon and vicinity passed to her long
rest on Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Eber Weeks; namely, Mrs. Robert
S. Jones. The funeral service was held at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. E. Weeks,
on Saturday, Rev. J. A. Poston, rector of Ameliasburg, officiating. Mrs. Jones was an
ardent member of the Church of England. The Rev. W. Grant Jones, B.A., L.S.T., rector
of Newington, is one of her sons. The other son, Mr. Leslie Jones, lives on the homestead
near Hillier. Mrs. Hilton Clapp, Wellington and Mrs. E. Weeks, Consecon, are her
daughters. Though a great sufferer for years, she bore it patiently and the sympathy of the
community is extended to the family and friends. (Plot 164, R7S13)
Melville
The death of Mrs. Rebecca A. Jones, widow of the late Robert S. Jones, at the
home of her daughter, Mrs. Weeks, near Consecon, removes one of the oldest and most
highly respected residents of this locality. For many years the deceased lived on the home
farm, South Lakeside, but since the death of her husband some years ago, she has resided
with her eldest daughter. She leaves to mourn two sons: Mr. C. L. Jones on the
homestead and Rev. W. Jones of Quebec, and two daughters: Mrs. E. Weeks, Consecon
and Mrs. Hilton Clapp, Picton. Internment was made in the cemetery at Christ Church,
Hillier. The family has the sympathy of many friends in their loss. (Plot 164, R7S13)
Deaths
Jones – At Consecon, on Wednesday, November 27th, Rebecca Ann Jones, aged
69 years. (Plot 164, R7S13)
Thursday, December 9th, 1918 (Picton Times)
Obituary
The death of Mrs. R. A. Jones, widow of the late Robert S. Jones, which occurred
at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. Weeks, Consecon, removes one of the oldest and
most highly respected residents of this locality. The deceased was in poor health for
many years. She leaves to mourn, two sons: Charles Leslie Jones on the homestead,
Consecon Lake and Rev. W. Jones, Quebec; and two daughters: Mrs. E. Weeks,
Consecon and Mrs. Hilton Clapp, Picton. The funeral service was conducted on Saturday,
November 30th, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Weeks. Internment was made in
the cemetery of Chrsit Church, Hillier. (Plot 164, R7S13)
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Thursday, February 28th, 1919 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Phoebe Ellen Gerow
The death of Phoebe Ellen Gerow occurred at the residence of her son-in-law, two
miles north of Trenton, on Saturday, February 22nd, 1919. The deceased was taken ill
from a paralytic stroke on Thursday, February 20th, never regaining consciousness. Mrs.
Gerow had attained the remarkable age of 91 years and had resided in Smithfield with her
daughter, Mrs. Jennie Howell, for about 25 years. Very recently, she had gone to spend
the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Thomas Clegg, where she passed away to the great
world beyond where sorrow shall be no more and the God of love will say: “Well done,
thou good and faithful servant; enter now into the joy of Thy Lord.”
Her husband, Issac Gerow, predeceased her about 25 years ago. Five daughters
and two sons survive. They are: Seth T. Gerow, Picton; William Gerow of the United
States; Mrs. Thomas Clegg of Trenton; Mrs. Edward Waite, Belleville; Mrs. Emma
Byers, Buffalo; Mrs. Mary Pearce and Mrs. Jennie Howell of Smithfield.
The deceased was a staunch Anglican and her wish was to have her funeral
service held in Christ Church, Hillier, the church of her girlhood.
The Rev. Mr. Towle officiated, and the remains were laid beside her husband in
the cemetery adjoining the church, all the family being present, except Mrs. Byers and
her son William. (Plot 96, R4S19)
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Thursday, May 15th, 1919 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
The death of Mr. Sherwin, merchant of Hillier village, came as a shock to friends
here. The funeral was held under the Orange Order on Monday afternoon. (Plot 182,
R8S15)
Niles Corners
A number from here attended the funeral of the late Mr. Sherwin at Hillier on
Monday. Internment at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Niles Corners people extend
their sympathy. (Plot 182, R8S15)
Deaths
Sherwin – In Hillier, Saturday, May 10th, Fletcher Sherwin aged 54 years. (Plot
182, R8S15)
Obituary
Fletcher Sherwin
When the word passed through our community Saturday morning that Fletcher
Sherwin had passed away, a great wave of sadness swept over our village and over this
region. There had been a great spirit of hopefulness because of the apparent improvement
in his condition and it was thought that though he had suffered much, and his vitality had
been much reduced, that he would recover, but his heart gave way and the end came
quickly. Death followed an attack of pleuro-pneumonia.
Mr. Sherwin was fifty-five years of age. He is survived by his widow and six
children, three boys: William and John and a baby boy Charles, all at home, and three
daughters: Mrs. D. L. Fleming, Ivanhoe; Mrs. Claud Bennett, Tweed, and a younger
Violet, eleven years of age, at home.
The funeral service was held at the Methodist Church, Monday afternoon, his
pastor, the Rev. G. D. Campbell officiating; the Rev. A. J. Terrill, a close friend of the
deceased, also assisted.
Deceased was borne to his last resting place by his brethren of L.O.L. No. 109
and this order was very largely represented; scores of members coming from adjacent
lodges.
Mr. Sherwin occupied a prominent place in the councils of the order, having
served as a Master of his lodge and, at the time of his death, he was the Chaplain of his
lodge.
In the church of his choice he was greatly beloved and honoured by his brethren.
He was secretary of the Trustee Board, and teacher of the Bible Class. He took a
prominent part in Sabbath School work throughout the county.
The wealth of floral tributes that covered the bier of the departed spoke eloquently
of the love and tender regard of the community for the deceased. The flowers were as
follows: a pillow from the family; wreaths from L.O.L. No. 109, Hillier; nephews and
nieces, Ladies’ Aid, Hillier; [unable to read the rest of the obituary due to a fold in the
newspaper] (Plot 182, R8S15)
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Thursday, May 29th, 1919 (Picton Gazette)
In Honoured Memory of Fletcher Sherwin
In the death of Chaplain, Bro. F. C. Sherwin, Hillier, L.O.L., the whole Orange
Order has been deeply bereft. Twenty years ago he was initiated a member of Downey
L.O.L. at Crookston, at the same time as was W. E. Tummon, Esq., who was for several
years the Reeve of Huntingdon Township, has been one of the best known of the younger
men of Hastings County, and is the present Grand Master of Ontario East. Together they
advanced to the several degrees. Later on he joined the Royal Black Knights, soon after
the formation of the Black Lodge, No. 770, at Crookston. He continued a member in both
these lodges until he transferred his certificates to Hillier after moving to that place. In
Hillier Lodge he held the office of Master and later that of Chaplain. Bro. Sherwin was
always an active member, taking great interest in both associations and the work thereof.
He held the highest offices in both mother lodges. Bro. Sherwin’s Christian character
made him one who enjoyed the degrees, founded as they all are upon the Bible, and so
fully did he enter into the spirit of the work, that often the tears coursed down his cheeks,
when the degrees were being worked. Orangism was to him, not the whole, but an
essential part of his religion, thus his personal character lent dignity and quality to the
work. He was an able and acceptable local preacher. Vital things, such as inculcating of
Christ’s principles in the young people, the lodge and public business were his delight.
He was one of those great souls who ascended to life’s highest and holiest pathways.
Neither the exacting hours nor obligations of a mercantile life, nor the weakness of his
frame, were ever urged or admitted by him excuses for less than his best, nor for failing
in friendship or fraternity. His loving sympathy and spiritual foresight were held in high
esteem in his lodge. While his seat is empty and he is missed, devout men, carrying him
to his burial, find that great lamentation is made of the church unto God for him. To the
lonely family the prayers and tender sympathy of his lodge goes forth. They sorrow
together in their great loneliness.
The funeral service was held at the Methodist Church, Hillier, on Monday, May
th
12 , and the spacious edifice was altogether inadequate to accommodate the crowds.
Assisted by Rev. A. J. Terrill of Wellington, the pastor, Bro. (Rev.) G. D. Campbell,
B.A., preached the sermon, and Bro. W. A. McCoy was Director of Ceremonies. Large
numbers of brethren were present. Internment took place at Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 182,
R8S15) [Editor’s Note – ‘On the Edge of History’ by Edith Taylor Ashton records F. C.
Sherwin as being postmaster of Hillier from 1912 until his death. His wife, Jennie
Sherwin held the position until 1926. The Sherwin’s ran the Post Office and General
Store in the Orange Lodge building, which burnt down in a fire.]
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Thursday, May 22nd, 1919 (Picton Gazette)
Death of Mrs. Paul Leavens
On Friday morning, May 16th, there passed into eternal rest, one of the most
highly respected residents of the Township of Hillier, in the person of Phoebe Elizabeth
Babbit, wife of Mr. Paul Leavens of Hillier. The deceased had been ailing for the past
year, but was confined to her bed for only two weeks before her death. Mrs. Leavens was
a daughter of the late Archibald and Sophia Babbit, and was born in Picton June 6th,
1843. Her mother dying when she was only seven years old, she went to live with an
uncle, Mr. Harry Babbit, formerly of Hillier. On October 29th, 1861, she married Mr. Paul
Leavens, who survives and with whom she spent nearly sixty years of happy wedded life.
Mrs. Leavens was a consistent member of the Anglican Church and a regular attendant at
her home church, Hillier, where her presence will be greatly missed. She was a person of
strong, but quiet personality and her children will miss mother’s welcome at their homecoming. Beside her sorrowing husband, there survive three sons: Lyle at home, Stephen
of Wellington and Harry of Weyburn, Saskatchewan, and three daughters: Mrs. George
Hubbs, Wellington; Mrs. George Bell of Picton and Mrs. Ralph Stafford, Rednersville;
one son, Benjamin of Marion, Ohio, and one daughter, Mrs. Elda Palmer, having
predeceased their mother. A sister, Mrs. J. Stapleton, Wellington, also survives.
The funeral was conducted on Sunday, May 18th, at Christ Church, Hillier, and
was largely attended, friends and relatives coming from Trenton, Picton, Belleville,
Wellington and other parts.
Mrs. Benjamin Leavens of Marion, Ohio and son, Ernest, of Elora, Ontario, were
among those present at the obsequies which were conducted by Rev. V. O. Boyle, who
spoke comforting words from the text, Psalm 7, verses 3-25, “Whom have I in heaven but
thee? And there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.” Internment was made in the
cemetery of Christ Church, the bearers being: Mr. Philip Hubbs, Mr. Percy Wilson, Mr.
Frank Benway, Mr. William Miller, M. Ready and Mr. Boyle.
The many beautiful floral tributes spoke eloquently of the esteem in which the
deceased was held by her numerous friends.
The aged and bereaved husband, who has been in failing health for some time,
and the surviving sons and daughters will miss the earthly presence of wife and mother,
but may be comforted in the thought that she was ready and waiting to pass into the fuller
joys of life eternal. (Plot 291, R13S12)
Thursday, July 10th, 1919 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mrs. Matilda Gilroy, who for a few months past has been visiting her brother, Mr.
William Atkins, passed away from the infirmities of old age on Saturday, July 5th, she
having reached her 85th year. The funeral took place from the above residence on
Monday the 7th inst., Rev. V. O. Boyle officiating. Internment was made in Hillier
cemetery. (Plot 539B, R21S22)
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Thursday, March 18th, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
We regret to report the death of Mr. Frank Jones at the Toronto General Hospital
on Friday. Mr. Jones had been ill for some time, suffering from cancer of the intestines
and after being operated upon at the Hospital passed away from the effects of the
operation. The funeral took place from his late residence on Wednesday, 17th, inst. (Plot
153D, R7S5)
Deaths
Jones – In Toronto March 12th, 1920, Frank H. Jones, aged 72 years. Funeral from
his late residence, Hillier, Wednesday, March 17th, internment was made in Christ
Church Burying Ground. (Plot 153D, R7S5)
Obituary
Francis H. Jones
On Friday, March 12th, the death occurred at Toronto General Hospital of Mr.
Francis H. Jones, a highly respected resident of the Township of Hillier. Mr. Jones, who
had been in poor health for some months, went up to Toronto where he was operated on
for removal of an internal growth, but passed suddenly away, the day following the
operation.
Francis H. Jones was a son of the late James Jones of Melville, who was one of
Hillier’s pioneer settlers and who owned the farm now in possession of Mr. Fred Morton.
This is the old homestead, where the deceased, with a large family of brothers and sisters,
passed his early days.
When a young man, after seeing something of the world by travel in the United
States, he learned the blacksmith trade with the late Robert Page of Hillier. After his
marriage to Miss Kate Arthur, he removed to Melville, where for many years he carried
on most successfully the business of blacksmith. Retiring from the arduous work a few
years ago, he disposed of his property in Melville and removed to his late residence near
the village of Wellington.
While living at Melville, he was sadly bereaved, losing by hand of death, his elder
daughter, Nessie, (Mrs. Charles Morton), his only son, Prof. F. A. Jones, and later, his
beloved wife. Surviving are his younger daughter, Myrtle, (Mrs. Garfield French) of
Calgary, and a grandson, Arley Jones of Chicago, besides his second wife, who before
her marriage was a Mrs. Mason, of England. Of a large family of brothers and sisters,
only two sisters survive; namely, Mrs. H. Bates, Toronto and Mrs. Elizabeth Waite of
Brighton.
Mr. Jones was a man of industrious habits and faithful attention to duty and will
be held in kindly remembrance by a large circle of friends. He was possessed of a saving
sense of droll humour, which rendered his personality pleasing to young and old.
The remains were brought from Toronto on Wednesday, and the funeral was
conducted from his residence on Wednesday afternoon, March 17th. Internment was made
in the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 153D, R7S5)
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Thursday, March 25th, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. Samuel Thorne, who accompanied the remains of his uncle, the late Mr. F. H.
Jones from Toronto to Wellington on Monday last, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. James
Morton for a few days.
Melville
A number of friends from this locality attended the funeral of the late Francis H.
Jones on Wednesday, March 17th, to pay a tribute of respect to the memory of a former
friend and neighbour. Mr. J. Kinnear, Mr. James Morton and Col. Fergusson assisted in
conveying the remains to their last resting place in the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier.
The other bearers were: Mr. J. Stephenson, Mr. James McDonald and Mr. John Tice.
Relatives attending from a distance were: Mrs. Kate Jones and son, Arley of Chicago,
Mr. Sam Thorne of Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Arley Beach of Brighton, and Mr. Thomas
Arthur of Trenton. (Plot 153D, R7S5)
Thursday, April 15th, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Miss German, who has been staying with her niece, Mrs. Woof, passed away on
Monday after a lingering illness. (Plot 280, R13S5)
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Thursday, September 23rd, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. James Carleton
On Friday, September 17th, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. B. Kirk,
Trenton, there passed into eternal rest, an aged and highly respected resident in the person
of Jane Anne Holmes, relict of the late James Carleton of Pleasant Bay.
Mrs. Carleton was born on March 12th, 1833 in County Monaghan, Ireland, and
came to Canada in 1852. In the year 1859 she married Mr. James Carleton, who was
known as one of the most prosperous farmers in Prince Edward. Mr. and Mrs. Carleton
resided on their farm at Pleasant Bay until about twelve years ago, when they removed to
Hillier village, but since her husband’s death, Mrs. Carleton has resided with her
daughter, Mrs. Kirk, in Trenton.
Two daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Carleton; namely, Annie (Mrs. W. B.
Kirk, Trenton) and Nellie (Mrs. Herb Payne), who died several years ago. Surviving are
three grand-daughters: Mrs. Lyle Leavens of Hillier; Mrs. Nellie carter of St. Louis,
Miss., and Miss Agnes Kirk of Trenton.
The funeral was conducted on Sunday afternoon at Christ Church, Hillier, where
the deceased had been a regular attendant for many years. The rector, Rev. Mr. Lansbury,
had charge of the service, basing his remarks on the text, Deut. Chapter 31, Verse 14:
“And the Lord said unto Moses, behold, the days approach that thou must die.” The large
number in attendance testified to the respect in which the deceased was held in her home
community. A loving wife and mother, looking well after the ways of her household and
regularly attending the church of her choice, a kind friend and neighbour, Mrs. Carleton
will be held in grateful remembrance by many, both within and without the home circle.
The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier, the bearers
being: Mr. W. Ireland, M.P.P., Mayor of Trenton; Mr. W. House, Mr. F. Rixon, Mr. J.
Cummings, Mr. J. Christie and Mr. Wilfred Powers.
Relatives from a distance present at the obsequies were: Mrs. Nellie Carter of St.
Louis, Mr. Sandy Grant, ex-M.P.P. of Tweed and Mr. E. McLean of Toronto. (Plot 340,
R15S13)
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Thursday, September 23rd, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mrs. Asenath Anderson of Consecon is very ill at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
James Morton. Her younger daughter, Mrs. (Rev.) J. N. Wilkinson of Pincher Creek,
Alberta, is at her mother’s bedside. (Plot 268, R12S6)
Thursday, September 30th, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Asenath Anderson
On Wednesday, September 22nd, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Morton,
Consecon Lake, there passed away peacefully into rest an aged and life-long resident of
Prince Edward County in the person of Asenath Ann Ackerman, relict of the late William
Anderson of Hillier. Although the deceased had been in failing health for several months,
she was ill but for a week before summoned by death.
Mrs. Anderson was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ackerman of South
Marysburgh and of U.E.L. descent. She was born July 17th in the year 1840 and was one
of a family of five sons and three daughters, of whom, but two brothers survive; namely,
Mr. Frank Ackerman of Milford and Mr. Jonas Ackerman of Fairmount.
In 1860 Asenath Ackerman became the wife of William Anderson and resided for
several years on their farm, South Lakeside, Consecon Lake, Mr. Anderson dying August
2nd, 1876. Mrs. Anderson was left with a family of five: three sons and two daughters, all
of whom survive. The sons are: William H. of Melville, Robert of Edmonton, Alberta;
and Edward of Bawlf, Alberta. The daughters are: Mrs. James Morton of Melville and
Mrs. (Rev.) J. N. Wilkinson of Pincher Creek, Alberta. In 1891, Mrs. Anderson removed
to Consecon, where she resided until a few months before her death.
The funeral, which was largely attended, was conducted from the home of her
daughter, Mrs. James Morton, on Friday, September 24th, Rev. G. Campbell of Consecon,
officiating, assisted by Rev. D. V. Mounteer of Melville. Rev. Campbell spoke
consolingly from the text, Rev. Chapter 4, Verse 3: “And there was a rainbow round
about the throne”, paying at the close a fitting tribute to the memory of the departed in
commending her faithfulness to friends and family, faithfulness to life’s duties and
faithfulness to her church. The deceased was generous to a fault, industrious and given to
hospitality, and leaves behind a large circle of relatives and friends by whom she will be
greatly missed. She was a member of the Methodist Church, and when health permitted
was a regular attendant at its services.
The remains were laid to rest in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, bearers being:
Mr. Reuben Vance, Col. Ferguson, John and Charles Morton, D. H. Young and Stewart
Kinnear. Among those present was Mrs. (Rev.) J. N. Wilkinson of Alberta, younger
daughter of the deceased, who was with her mother several weeks preceding her death;
Messrs. Frank and Jonas Ackerman, brothers; a brother-in-law, Mr. John Kelly, Picton;
two sisters-in-law, Mrs. M. E. Ackerman of Toronto and Mrs. Nancy Ackerman of
Picton, besides other relatives from Belleville, Picton, Milford and Black Creek. (Plot
268, R12S6)
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Melville
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ackerman and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ackerman of Milford
were among those who attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Asenath Ackerman on Friday
and visited Mr. and Mrs. James Morton. (Plot 268, R12S6)
Thursday, October 7th, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wight – In Hillier, Monday, October 4th, 1920, John Edgar Wight in his 71st year.
Funeral from his late residence, Wednesday at 1.30, service at the church. Internment was
made in Christ Church Burying Ground. (Plot 332A, R15S5)
Obituary
John Edgar Wight
In the burying ground of Christ Church, Hillier, there was laid to rest on October
6th, along with those “who sleep until the dead in Christ shall rise,” the remains of John
Edgar Wight, who lived in the village of Hillier. Mr. Wight had been in poor health for
some time, but on Saturday night, October 2nd, he was suddenly stricken with a paralytic
stroke. The end came very quietly and he passed away on Sunday at noon. Mr. Wight
was a quiet, but consistent living man, a loving husband and father. To the family the
sympathy of the community goes out in the fullest measure. [Editor’s note – his
tombstone states the year of death as 1921.]
John Wight was born in 1849 in the Township of Murray. [Editor’s note – his
tombstone states the year 1850.] Some years ago he moved to Hillier, where he has lived
ever since. He was a member of the Hillier Methodist Church and an honourable member
of Hillier L.O.L. No. 109. The funeral service was conducted by the Rev. Mr. Campbell
of Consecon. The L.O.L. attended in a body, conducting the burial service of their order
at the graveside. The large numbers of Orangemen, as well as others, who came to pay
their respects to the departed, shows the esteem in which he was held. (Plot 332A,
R15S5)
Hillier
Mr. John Wight, a respected resident of our village, passed away on Sunday. He
suffered a paralytic stroke which was the cause of death. Mrs. Wight and family have the
sympathy of the whole community in their bereavement. (Plot332A, R15S5)
Melville
Mr. and Mrs. D. Bovay attended the funeral of the late John Wight, Hillier, on
Wednesday. (Plot332A, R15S5)
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Thursday, February 24th, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Foshay – In Hallowell on Sunday, 20th, George Foshay, aged 64 years. Funeral
Tuesday, February 22nd. (Plot 101A, R4S23)
Thursday, March 3rd, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
After a few days’ illness from pneumonia, the death of George Foshay took place
at his late residence Gerow Gore, on Sunday, February 20th, aged 64 years.
The deceased had been a resident of this neighbourhood all his life and was an
industrious and successful farmer. He took a heavy cold after a day’s work wood-cutting
about a week before his death. This was followed by “flu” and pneumonia which proved
fatal.
An especially sad fact was the death of a neighbour and friend, Mr. Lee Vancott,
the day before Mr. Foshay’s death. They had been working in the woods together and
were both taken with flu and pneumonia and their death occurred a day apart.
Mr. Foshay leaves a wife and one daughter, Mrs. Sprung, also a little
granddaughter 6 years old.
Messrs. D. S. Foshay and E. Foshay of Picton are brothers and Mrs. Joseph
Haight of Wellington a sister.
The funeral was held at his late residence at 1.30 p.m. on Tuesday. Internment
Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 101A, R4S23)
Thursday, March 24th, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. David Bovay
On Wednesday, March 9th, at her home at Consecon Lake, there passed into rest,
after a few weeks’ illness, a highly respected resident, in the person of Mrs. David
Bovay. The deceased, who before her marriage was Miss J. Tripp of Hillier, had lived
several years at Consecon Lake, where her cheery, affable disposition made her many
friends and she was a help to all who met her. She was an active member of Melville W.
M. S. The bereaved husband and family have the sympathy of the community in the loss
of a loving wife and mother.
The surviving children are: Ines? and Hazel and Clarence and Cecil at home,
Ethel and Harry of Toronto, Harold of North Lakeside and Oscar of Hillier. One
daughter, Mrs. W. Smith of Hillier, predeceased her mother several years.
The funeral, which was largely attended, was conducted from her late residence
on Friday afternoon to the Methodist Church, Hillier, where the service was conducted by
Rev. D. Mounteer. The Melville choir sang and Mr. George Weeks of Oshawa
contributed an appropriate solo, “The Heavenly Land.” Internment was made in the
cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier, the bearers being Stewart and Thomas Kinnear, John
and Charles Morton, C. L. Jones and Col. A. A. Ferguson. (Plot 466, R19S4)
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Thursday, March 31st, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mrs. Aurelia Morton, who has been an invalid all winter, is daily growing worse.
The deepest sympathy of a host of friends is felt for the patient invalid and family in this
their hour of severe trial.
Thursday, April 7th, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mrs. Aurelia Morton, widow of the late Robert Morton, passed peacefully into
rest on Tuesday, March 29th, after a lingering illness. The funeral was held from her late
residence on Thursday afternoon. Internment was made in the Anglican Cemetery,
Hillier. (Plot 615C, R25S13)
Deaths
Morton – At Melville on Tuesday, March 29th, Mrs. Aurelia Morton, wife of the
late Robert Morton, aged 74 years. Funeral from her late residence on Thursday, March
31st. Internment Anglican Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 615C, R25S13)
Card of Thanks
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Morton wish to express their thanks and appreciation for the
many kindnesses and sympathy shown by neighbours and friends during the illness and
death of his mother, Mrs. Aurelia Morton. (Plot 615C, R25S13)
Obituary
Mrs. Aurelia Morton
On the morning of Tuesday, March 29th, the death of Mrs. Aurelia Morton, widow
of the late Robert Morton, occurred at her home near Melville, after a lingering illness
borne with unparalleled Christian courage and fortitude. That one whose life had been
actuated by high ideals and influenced by an abiding faith in a risen Saviour, should be
called into the brightness of the life everlasting at the glorious Eastertide, seemed indeed
most fitting. Her memory will be fondly cherished by many to whom she proved a valued
friend.
Mrs. Morton, who was of United Empire Loyalist stock, ws the second daughter
of the late Mr. George Hall and his wife, Emily Chisholm, and was born in Thurlow,
Kingston Road, April 15th, 1847. In June, 1880, she became the wife of the late Robert
Morton and since her marriage has lived at their farm home near Melville. The deceased
was a life long member of the Presbyterian Church, but after her marriage became a
regular attendant at the Methodist Church, Melville. For many years she faithfully taught
the primary class in Sunday school and was always active and interested inall deartments
of church work. Of broadened mind and widened vision, her interest and love of home
life, sent a brightening influence over the social life of the community.
The funeral was conducted on Thursday afternoon from her late residence, Rev.
Mr. Lansbury of Wellington and Rev. D. Mounteer of Melville officiating. Rev. Mr.
Lansbury based his remarks on Proverbs 14-32, “The righteous hath hope in His death.”
Mrs. J. Kinnear and Mrs. J. Chase sang, “I am Happy in Him,” both text and hymn
having been chosen by the deceased. The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery of
Christ Church, Hillier, the bearers being: F. Zufelt, Stewart Kinnear, D. H. Young, W. H.
Anderson, Bruce McFaul and Merritt McFaul.
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Surviving are two sons, Fred on the home farm and Walter of Warner, Alberta;
also a sister, Mrs. David Scott of Woodstock and a brother, Mr. Harvey Hall of Michigan.
The bereaved ones have the sincere sympathy of many friends in their great loss. (Plot
615C, R25S13)
Thursday, March 24th, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Niles Corners
We are sorry to hear of the serious illness of Mrs. Robert Pye, Lake Shore, who is
very ill with pneumonia.
Thursday, March 31st, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Niles Corners
A number from here attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Pye, Huyck’s Point, on
Wednesday, the 23rd. (Plot 214, R10S7)
Thursday, April 14th, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Robert Pye
After an extended illness, Cynthia Pye, beloved wife of the late Robert Pye, died
at her son’s residence, Lake Shore, on March the 21st. She was the eldest daughter of the
late Asa Wallbridge and Mary Anderson and was born at Massassaga Point, Township of
Ameliasburg on March the 20th, 1842; was married to the late Robert Pye in 1866, who
carried on a very successful carriage manufacturing business at Slab Creek, Hillier
Township. In 1876, Mr. Pye, having been appointed light house keeper at Scotch Bonnet,
they disposed of their business, bought a farm on the Lake Front and lived a retired life.
They had two adopted children: Finley, who is on the farm and Mrs. Searls Noxon of
Toronto. Mrs. Pye has lived with her son Finley since the death of her husband in 1896.
She was an Anglican in religion, but not at all bigoted and was ever ready to do good in
the community in which she lived. She leaves to mourn her loss, besides her two
children, three sisters: Mrs. Mary Jones of Belleville, Miss Bessie Wallbridge and Mrs.
Clara Howardson of Massassaga. She was buried by the Rev. Mr. Robins, Methodist
minister, Wellington. Internment at Christ Church Burying Ground, Hillier. (Plot 214,
R10S7)
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Thursday, November 3rd, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Alexander Stewart Passes
Wellington has lost another highly respected citizen in the death of Alexander
Stewart, who died in the early hours of Sunday morning, in his 77th year. His sister, Mrs.
Morgan of Independence, Missouri, has been taking care of him in recent weeks and was
with him at the end, as well as his brother Joseph, who lives near by. The Stewart family,
consisting of mother and seven children, after the death of the husband and father, sold
their farm in North Ireland to their cousin, Andrew Holmes, and came to Canada about
the year 1860 and settled for a time near Deseronto. Then later came into Prince Edward
County, where Alexander with his mother made their permanent home. As Alexander
never married he lived alone after his mother’s death 14 years ago. He was a good
workman and was employed mainly in orchards and well contracting, but owing to
failing health, he retired from active life about three years ago.
He was a member of the Moira Masonic Lodge, Belleville and Prince Edward
Chapter, Picton. The internment was on Tuesday at Hillier by the Star in the East Lodge,
No. 164, after a service in the Wellington Anglican Church, conducted by Rev. W. G.
Lansbury.
Two brothers and two sisters survive: Mrs. Margaret Stewart Brown, who is with
her daughter, Mrs. Raymond, at Buffalo; Joseph Stewart, Wellington; Mrs. Morgan of
Independence and Robert Stewart of Newbury, Luce County, Michigan. (Plot 35, R2S17)
Thursday, June 8th, 1922 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. William Tripp is ill and under the doctor’s care.
Deaths
Tripp, William – 52 years, died Monday June 5th, Picton Hospital. Internment
Hillier, Wednesday afternoon. Leaves two brothers and one sister: Mrs. Thomas Hardy,
Wellington; Charles Tripp, Hillier and Seymour Tripp in the northwest. (Plot 146,
R6S19)
Thursday, June 15th, 1922 (Picton Gazette)
Niles Corners
A number from here attended the funeral of the late William Tripp on
Wednesday, the 7th inst. Internment at Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 146, R6S19)
Thursday, July 27th, 1922 (Picton Gazette)
Niles Corners
A number from here attended the sale os stock, implements, hay and grain and
household furniture at the premises of the late Mr. William Tripp at Cold Creek on
Tuesday the 18th.
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Thursday, January 2nd, 1908 (Picton Times)
Niles Corners
Mr. Willet Kirk has sold his farm to Mr. May.
Thursday, November 9th, 1922 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Willet Barker Kirk
There died at his residence in Queen Street, Trenton, on Tuesday evening,
October 31st, Willet Barker Kirk, a man for years, prominent in both Hastings and Prince
Edward Counties.
Mr. Kirk was born in Hillier Township, Prince Edward County, and was the
second son of Chas. Kirk and Letitea McDonald. Keen of intellect and industrious, Mr.
Kirk soon forged to the front and became one of the most successful farmers in Prince
Edward.
In 1911, Mr. Kirk retired to Trenton and soon became Alderman of the town. He
erected a beautiful home on Queen Street, where he since resided. In politics he was a life
long Conservative and in religion an Anglican, being church warden of Christ Church,
Hillier, during the incumbency of Rev. J. dePencier Wright. Whille in Hillier Mr. Kirk
married Annie Carleton, daughter of James Carleton, esq., a most prosperous farmer in
the Township.
Mrs. Carter of Chicago and Mrs. W. V. Zufelt are daughters of the deceased and
Mr. C. W. Kirk, Vancouver is a brother.
Funeral services were held in Christ Church, Hillier, on November 2nd. Rev. W.
G. Lansbury of Wellington, officiated.
Among those present at the services were Mr. S. Grant, ex M.P.P. of Toronto and
Rev. J. dePencier Wright, M.A., B.D., rector of St. Luke’s, Kingston. (Plot 372, R15S13)
54
Thursday, March 27th, 1919 (Picton Times)
Hillier
Mr. Kenneth Woof, who has been in B.C. returned home Saturday night.
Thursday, December 7th, 1922 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Woof – Kenneth, V. December 4th, 1922, Calgary, Methodist. (Plot 285, R13S9)
Thursday, December 14th, 1922 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral of Mr. Kenneth Woof was largely attended on Sunday. Mrs. Woof
and family have the sympathy of the whole community in their sad bereavement. Mrs.
Woof, who now lives in Wellington, was a former resident of our village. The service
was in the Methodist church in Wellington and was conducted by Rev. Robins. (Plot 285,
R13S9)
Wellington
The funeral of the late Kenneth Woof was held on Sunday. The service was
conducted at Wellington and internment was at Hillier. The Orange order took part in the
service at the grave. Mrs. Woof and family have the sincere sympathy of the community
in their sudden bereavement. (Plot 285, R13S9)
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Thursday, January 18th, 1923 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. Josiah Wilson, who had been ill for quite a length of time, died on Saturday
morning. The funeral took place at the English church here at 2 o’clock on Monday. (Plot
500, R20S15)
Thursday, January 25th, 1923 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Josiah B. Wilson
Josiah B. Wilson, an old and respected resident of Hillier passed into the Great
Beyond on Saturday, January 20th, at his home in Hillier, where he had lived so long. He
was born over 86 years ago at Gerow Gore, Hallowell Township, where he lived until
moving to Hillier about 48 years ago. He is survived by his wife who is Sarah Nethery.
They had been married 64 years. Five sons were in the family, four of whom are alive:
Stephen of California, Hiram of Colborne, Alfred of Vermont and Percy at home. The
other son William died in California 17 years ago. Mr. Wilson was the eldest of six
brothers of whom John and Richard, both of Wellington, survive. Mr. Wilson was a life
long member of the Anglican Church and a staunch Conservative. Funeral services,
largely attended by many friends and neighbours, were held at Christ Church, Hillier, on
Monday, January 22nd, Rev. W. G. Lansbury, officiating. (Plot 500, R20S15)
Hillier
An old and respected resident of Hillier Township, Mr. Josiah Wilson, passed
away on Saturday. He had been in poor health for some time. He leaves to mourn his loss
his wife, who was Miss Sarah Nethery and four sons: Hiram of Colborne, Rev. Clare, a
clergyman in the United States, Stephen of California and Percy at home. There are
several grandchildren as well. The funeral service was held on Monday at Christ Church,
which was well attended. The family here, have the sympathy of the entire community.
(Plot 500, R20S15)
Hillier Village
The funeral of the late Josiah Wilson was held at Christ Church, Hillier, on
Monday. Mr. Wilson had not been well for some time and his death came on Saturday
morning. He was eighty-six years and 10 months old. The relatives have the sympathy of
the neighbourhood in their bereavement. (Plot 500, R20S15)
Melville
Friends from this locality attended the funeral of the late Josiah Wilson, one of
Hillier’s oldest and most highly respected citizens, at Christ Church, Hillier, on Monday
afternoon. (Plot 500, R20S15)
Deaths
Wilson – At Hillier, on Saturday, January 20th, 1923, Josiah B. Wilson, aged 86
years. Funeral at Christ Church, Hillier, on Monday, January 22nd, at 2 pm. Internment
Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot 500, R20S15)
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Thursday, October 25th, 1923 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Ruttan – In Wellington on Tuesday, October 23rd, 1923, Adelaide Wycott Ruttan,
beloved wife of Dr. J. B. Ruttan. Funeral from her late residence, Friday, October 26th at
2.00 p.m. Service at St. Andrew’s Church. Internment, Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 386,
R16S18)
Obituary
Adelaide Wycott Ruttan
Funeral services for Adelaide Wycott Ruttan, Wellington, Ontario, who died at
her late residence Tuesday, October 23rd, 1923, of heart disease, following an illness of
four months, were held at St. Andrew’s Church, Wellington, on Friday afternoon,
October 26th at two o’clock, Rev. W. G. Lansbury, officiating. Burial took place at Hillier
Cemetery.
Mrs. Ruttan was born in Picton in the early forties and lived there until the time of
her marriage to Dr. Joseph Baillie Ruttan. A few years later, she and the doctor moved to
Wellington, where she lived until the time of her death.
She was an active member of the St. Andrew’s Anglican Church and a prominent
figure in all church and social functions.
Beside her husband, she is survived by two daughters: Mrs. Walter King of
Wellington and Mrs. James Empringham of New York. Ten grandsons and one great
grandson also survive: Leo, Harold, Lennox, Travers and Arthur King, Walter, Cedric,
Reginald, Cyril and James Empingham. (Plot 386, R16S18)
57
Thursday, November 22nd, 1923 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Friends were shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. William Howe, which occurred
at her home in Consecon, on Tuesday, November 13th, following a weeks’ illness. The
deceased, who before her marriage was Miss Victoria Huyck, was a daughter of the late
Mr. and Mrs. Cornealius Huyck of North Lakeside. The funeral service was conducted at
Trinity Church, Consecon, Rev. Mr. Grattan, Carrying Place, officiating. The remains
were laid to rest in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, the bearers being: Messrs. D. Rowe,
D. Robinson, Hugh Weir, Fred Chase, Charles Carter and James McConkey. (Plot 504,
R20S17)
Obituary
Death of Mrs. William Howe
On Tuesday, November 13th, there passed to rest in the person of Mrs. William
Howe, one of Consecon’s highly respected residents, after a short illness, borne with
exemplary fortitude and patience.
Deceased was an Anglican in religion, an energetic and faithful church worker
and member of the Women’s Guild.
The funeral took place on the 15th, being attended by a very large number of
relations and friends, showing the very high esteem in which she was held, and was
conducted by the Rev. W. J. Grattan, Rector of the Parish, who preached a very helpful
sermon. As the mourners left the church Miss McQuoid played very effectively the Dead
March in Saul. The internment took place at Hillier.
The floral tributes were many and were sent from the Women’s Guild, the
Women’s Institute, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Yott, Mrs. Corey of Frankford, a sister, and others.
Much sympathy is felt for the family in their bereavement. (Plot 504, R20S17)
Thursday, November 29th, 1923 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Atkins – In Wellington on Sunday, November 25th, William Atkins, aged 85.
Funeral from his late residence on Tuesday, November 27th at 1.30 p.m. Internment
Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 538A, R21S21)
Obituary
William Atkins
On Sunday, November 25th, there passed away at his home in Wellington,
William Atkins, in his eighty-sixth year. Mr. Atkins had until a week before his death,
been in his usual good health and his passing came with suddenness to his friends. The
deceased had lived in Wellington for fourteen years; prior to that time he lived on his
farm at Bowerman’s. His birthplace was in Tyandinaga. In 1911 his first wife Rebecca
Wilson died and in 1917 he married Victoria Jackson, who survives him. He leaves one
sister, Mrs. Allen Chapman of Owen Sound and two daughters: Mrs. Hubert Mabee of
Stoughton, Saskatchewan, and Mrs. David Jackson of Toronto.
Mr. Atkins was a Conservative, a member of the Orange Order and of the
Anglican Church. His funeral was held on Tuesday at his late residence and was
conducted by Rev. W. G. Lansbury. The body was taken to Hillier Cemetery for burial.
(Plot 538A, R21S21)
58
Thursday, February 21st, 1924 (Picton Gazette – FYI)
Deaths
Atkins – In Wellington, on Monday, February 18th, Catherine Victoria Atkins,
aged 68 years. Funeral from her late residence on Thursday, February 21st at 10.30 a.m.
Internment at Carrying Place Cemetery.
Obituary
Mrs. William Atkins
The death occurred in Wellington on Friday evening, February 18th, of Catherine
Victoria, wife of the late William Atkins, aged 68 years. Mrs. Atkins had been in poor
health since the early autumn and grew worse after her husband’s death in November.
Since that time she has required the care of a nurse, and during the past month gradually
grew weaker. She has lived practically all her life in this county, having lived in
Ameliasburg until her second marriage to the late William Atkins.
The deceased was a member of the Methodist Church and was an active worker in
the Ladies’ Aid Society.
She leaves three children: David Jackson of Toronto, Mrs. Bolton of Cleveland
and Roy in Ameliasburg on the homestead. There are also four sisters and two brothers
living: Mrs. Cummings of Consecon, Mrs. Manson Gould of Rose Hall, Mrs. Eliza
Raymond of Trenton and Mrs. Sarah Graham of Sioux Lookout, George T. Maidens of
Toronto and William A. Maidens of Texas.
Thursday, February 21st, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. (Dr.) F. A. McLennan
Word was received by Percy Wilson yesterday morning of the sudden death at
Ochre River, Manitoba, of Lilla McLennan, wife of Dr. F. A. McLennan and daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Wilson of Colborne, at the age of 26 years. No particulars have been
received yet, but it is expected the body will be brought to Hillier for internment.
As Lilla Wilson, the deceased lady was well known in Wellington and throughout
the county, where she had a host of friends. (Plot 498, R20S13)
Thursday, February 28th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
Among those who went to Hillier on Saturday to attend the funeral of Mrs. (Dr.)
McLennan (nee Lilla Wilson) were Mrs. Alan Haight and Miss Marjorie Huyck.
Wellington friends extend sympathy to Mr. H. B. Wilson of Colborne, father of the
deceased. (Plot 498, R20S13)
Hillier Village
The burial service of the late Mrs. McLennan took place at Hillier cemetery on
Saturday. The near relatives arrived with the body from the West on the noon train. The
husband, Dr. McLennan and the father, Mr. H. B. Wilson, left the same evening for their
respective homes, while the doctor’s mother and sister with the wee baby remained at
Hillier until Monday. Sincerest sympathy is extended to the bereaved relatives. (Plot 498,
R20S13)
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Thursday, February 28th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Died
Wight – In Hillier, on Monday, February 25th, 1924, Mrs. John Wight, aged 68
years. Funeral from Hillier Methodist Church at 2 p.m. (Plot 332B, R15S5)
Thursday, March 6th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Earle Wight was called home by the sad news of his mother’s death and arrived
on Thursday too late for the funeral. He was the youngest of the family and to him we
extend heartfelt sympathy. (Plot 332B, R15S5)
Obituary
Mrs. John Wight
In the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier, there was laid to rest on February 27th,
1924, along with those “who sleep until the dead in Christ shall rise,” the remains of Mrs.
John Wight, who lived in the village of Hillier.
Mrs. Wight, widow of John Wight, died at her residence in Hillier, on Monday,
February 25th. Deceased was aged 70 years. She was born in Hastings County in 1853
and married on the 29th day of December, 1875. She became the mother of a family of six
sons and four daughters, all living; also, grandmother of twenty-five grandchildren and
three great grandchildren. No mother ever loved her children more than she did her boys
and she never wearied in providing for the comforts and pleasure of her family. She was
a member of the Methodist Church. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Mr.
Wolfraim of Consecon. To the family the sympathy of the community goes out in fullest
measure. (Plot 332B, R15S5)
Thursday, March 13th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral service of the late Mrs. W. Ayers of Capreol, New Ontario, was held
here on Monday in the Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Wolfraim. Mrs.
Ayers died suddenly at Toronto General Hospital and was brought to her father’s, Mr.
Isaac Tripp, for burial in the family plot at Hillier Cemetery. Accompanying the remains
were the bereaved husband and little children and their pastor, the Rev. Mr. Allen, who
gave a very fine address. The presence of her clergyman and the beautiful floral display
spoke most eloquently of the high esteem in which the deceased was held by her friends
in her far away home. To the father and husband and all relatives goes out the heartfelt
sympathy of the community. (Plot 485, R20S2)
Thursday, March 20th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. Isaac Tripp felt very grateful to the friends and neighbours who were so kind
at the time of the funeral of his only daughter, the late Mrs. W. Ayers of Capreol. (Plot
485, R20S2)
60
Thursday, April 24th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The remains of the late James Ward were interred at Hillier Cemetery last week.
Mr. Ward was an old resident of Hillier who died at Picton last winter and arrangements
had been previously made for his burial in the family plot. (No plot or tombstone
information available)
Thursday, August 21st, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
We extend our sincere sympathy to the relatives of the late Mr. Richard Grant,
who died on Friday last. The funeral service was held at Christ Church on Sunday. Rev.
Mr. Lansbury took charge of the service, his text being taken from 1st Corinthians XV,
verses 42-44, from which he expressed many comforting and beautiful thoughts. (Plot 25,
R3S16)
Obituary
Richard Grant
On Thursday, August 14th, Richard Grant passed away at his home in Hillier in
his ninety-third year. One of Hillier’s oldest residents, he lived in that vicinity for 73
years where he came as a young man from Drum, County Monaghan, Ireland. Nearly all
his life was spent on the farm near Hillier where his son, Charles, now lives. A few years
ago he left the farm and came into the village to reside.
He leaves a widow, who was Miss Janet Tulloch of Tyendinaga, Hastings, and
four sons: William of Peace River, Alberta; Charles on the Homestead, Kenneth of
Seattle, Washington, and Robert at home. Four sons and one daughter predeceased him.
The deceased was a man always highly respected by his friends and neighbours.
His life had counted materially in the upbuilding of the community to which he came so
many years ago. He was an Anglican and a staunch Conservative.
The funeral which was held on Sunday in Christ Church, Hillier, was conducted
by the Rev. W. G. Lansbury, and was attended by many who came to pay their tribute of
respect to the long life just closed. (Plot 25, R3S16)
Thursday, December 4th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
A large number from the village attended the funeral of the late Mrs. William
Johnston at her home, Stinson Block, on Friday afternoon. (Plot 560, R22S13)
61
Thursday, December 25th, 1924 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Dr. J. B. Ruttan
After an illness of three years duration, death came on Saturday, December 20th,
to Dr. Joseph Baillie Ruttan, following an attack of pneumonia. Dr. Ruttan was eighty
three years of age and until ill health compelled him a few years ago to retire from active
life, he had a busy and useful life of the medical practioner, never sparing himself, but
going out at all times to answer the call for healing. Dr. Ruttan had a large country
practice and was the fine type of family physician beloved by all. The deceased was born
at Adolphustown and was educated at Queen’s University. He came to Wellington as a
young man and practised in this vicinity for over fifty years. He was a surgeon in the
American Civil War, where he served with distinction. He married in 1868 Miss
Adelaide Wycott, daughter of the late James Wycott of Picton. Mrs. Ruttan died fourteen
months ago. Two daughters, Mrs. King of Wellington and Mrs. Empringham of New
York survive. Dr. Ruttan was an Anglican and a Conservative and was a member of the
Masonic Fraternity under whose auspices the funeral was held at St. Andrew’s Church at
2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23rd. The service was conducted by Rev. W. G. Lansbury
and the body was taken to Hillier Cemetery for burial. The passing of Dr. Ruttan has
removed one of Wellington’s most esteemed citizens and one whose life was one long
ministry in the service of his fellow men through his profession. (Plot 385, R16S16)
There is no microfilm for the Picton Gazette for the year 1925
Funeral Card
“In Memoriam”
Died
At the residence of her son, Frank Jones,
Hillier, on Saturday, October 24th, 1925
Sarah Matilda Jones
Aged 85 years, 11 months and 6 days.
Funeral
From the residence, of Frank Jones, Hillier
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27th
At 1.30 p. m.
Service at Christ Church, Hillier
62
Thursday, February 4th, 1926 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
George Hardy
The funeral of the late Mr. George Hardy was held on Friday, January 29th from
Christ Church, Hillier with Rev. W. G. Lansbury officiating. The body was buried in the
adjoining cemetery. The late Mr. Hardy was born 78 years ago in Hillier and has resided
in Hillier all his life. He married Miss Nancy Howard. One brother and one sister,
Thomas of Wellington and Mrs. Anderson of Northumberland survive, and beside his
widow there is one son living: Mr. Gilliam Hardy of Hillier. A daughter (Mrs. George
Carter) died a number of years ago. [Most likely Lillian M. Hardy who died in 1900 –
Plot 273, R12S8 – Ed. note] (Plot 271, R12S7)
Hillier
Hillier people extend deepest sympathy to Mrs. Hardy and Gilliam Hardy in their
bereavement. On Wednesday of last week [January 27th], death claimed the husband and
father of the home. Mr. George Hardy, who had been ailing for some time, had been ill
only a few weeks. The funeral was held on Friday at Christ Church. The service was
conducted by the Rev. Mr. Lansbury, rector of the parish, assisted by Rev. Mr. Wolfraim,
pastor of Hillier United Church. (Plot 271, R12S7)
Thursday, April 15th, 1926 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. E. C. MacDonald
Mrs. E. C. MacDonald died at her home in Wellington on Monday morning at the
age of 83 years. She was taken seriously ill on Thursday and her last illness was only four
days duration. The deceased was twice married, her first husband being James W. Hendry
and her second, W. A. MacDonald. Her maiden name was Elizabeth C. Babbit and she
was born in Hillier Township.
She is survived by her only son, W. A. Hendry. The funeral was held from her
late residence on Wednesday afternoon to Christ Church, Hillier, Rev. W. G. Lansbury
officiating. Internment was at Hillier. (Plot 467B, R19S5)
Deaths
MacDonald – In Wellington, Monday, April 12th, 1926, Elizabeth Catherine
MacDonald, aged 83 years, 7 months. Funeral Wednesday, April 14th at 2 o’clock at
Christ Church, Hillier. Internment Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot 467B, R19S5)
Mt. Pleasant
We are sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. Elizabeth MacDonald who has been a
member of this community for a great many years. Much sympathy is extended to her
son, W. A. Hendry, and family. (Plot 467B, R19S5)
63
Thursday, May 27th, 1926 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The sudden passing of Mr. Charles Young on Monday afternoon has cast a gloom
over the whole community. He was one of the oldest and most highly respected residents.
To his daughters and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. His wife was Miss
Libbie Sheridan who predeceased him many years ago. (Plot 336, R15S10)
Thursday, June 3rd, 1926 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The sudden death occurred on May 24th of Mr. Charles Young aged eighty-nine,
one of the oldest and best known residents of Hillier. He had been going about his work
as usual, happy in doing the things he wished – “putting his house in order”, when death
called him. Mr. Young had for two years or more been subject to weak spells when he
would lapse into unconsciousness lasting several minutes. His wife, Elizabeth Sheridan,
died in 1913, while his family of six daughters survive him. The funeral was held at the
homestead on Thursday morning, the Rev. Mr. Wolfraim conducting the service with the
reading of the twenty-third psalm and hymn “Nearer My God to Thee.” The remains
were laid to rest in the family plot in Hillier cemetery, the pall bearers being his
neighbours or sons of neighbours long departed: Messrs. Richard Jones, Frank Jones,
Will Turvey, Lyle Leavens, J. Rupert and D. Gerow.
The death of Mr. Young marks the passing of an age for Hillier. The older
generation has certainly passed on giving place to the new.
Miss Young returned at once from Worcester, Mass., on receiving the telegram of
the death of her father. Her sister, Mrs. Saunders, came with her, remaining until after the
funeral. (Plot 336, R15S10)
Melville
Mr. and Mrs. William Morton were among those who attended the funeral of the
late Charles Young at the farm residence, Hillier, last week. Mr. Young was one of
Hillier’s oldest and most highly respected residents and one who retained mental and
physical rigour inspite of advancing years.
Thursday, May 27th, 1926 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Sympathy is felt for Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Alexander, 3rd Concession Hillier, in
the serious illness of their eeldest daughter, Mrs. C. Matthews, Toronto.
Thursday, June 10th, 1926 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Matthew – On Monday morning June 7th, at her late residence, 309 St. Clarens
Avenue, Toronto, Orpha, Maude Alexander, beloved wife of Charles J. Matthew. Funeral
from the above address Tuesday, leaving on the 9 am C.N.R. train for Wellington,
Ontario. Internment was made at Hillier Church Cemetery. (Plot 587A, R24S2)
64
Thursday, June 17th, 1926 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
A number of sympathizing friends from this locality attended the funeral of the
late Mrs. Charles Matthews, Toronto (formerly Miss Maud Alexander) at the home of her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Alexander, 3rd Concession, Hillier. The service, which was
largely attended, was conducted by Rev. F. G. MacTavish and the remains interred in
Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 587A, R24S2)
Thursday, January 27th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mr. W. A. Davern attended the funeral of the late Mrs. William Nethery of
Columbus, Ohio, at the residence of her sister, Miss D. Young, Hillier, on Thursday. Rev.
Mr. Wolfraim, M.A., was in charge of the solemn service. Mrs. Nethery passed away in
the Western Hospital, Toronto, after a lingering illness. Internment was made in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 369, R16S6)
Obituary
Mrs. W. S. Nethery
Mrs. William S. Nethery, a former resident of Prince Edward County, Hillier and
Rednersville, died in Toronto at the Western Hospital on Tuesday, January 18th. She was
the wife of William S. Nethery of Columbus, Ohio and fourth daughter of the late
Charles Young of Hillier.
The funeral, which was private, was held on Thursday at her late father’s home,
Hillier, conducted by the Rev. Wolfraim, Consecon, with internment made in Hillier
Cemetery. Her husband and one son and five sisters remain to mourn her loss. (Plot 369,
R16S6)
Thursday, April 7th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Grant – In Hillier on Monday, April 4th, 1927, Robert Grant, aged 47 years.
Funeral from his late residence, Hillier, on Wednesday, April 6th. Service at Christ
Church, Hillier at 2 p.m. Internment Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 27, R3S16)
Thursday, April 14th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The funeral of the late Robert Grant was largely attended on Wednesday. The
service was held at Christ Church, the Rector, Rev. Mr. Lansbury, officiating. We extend
sincere sympathy to the relatives in their bereavement. (Plot 27, R3S16)
Mrs. Kirk, Trenton and Mr. and Mrs. Alexander of Brighton attended the funeral
of the late Robert Grant. (Plot 27, R3S16)
Melville
A number of friends from this locality attended the funeral of the late Mr. R.
Grant on Wednesday afternoon. The service was held in Christ Church, Hillier, with the
Rev. Mr. Lansbury in charge. (Plot 27, R3S16)
65
Thursday, April 28th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Robert Grant
Robert Grant, son of the late Richard Grant and Mrs. Grant died at the family
home at Pleasant Bay on Monday, aged 47 years. He had lived there nearly all his life,
moving to Hillier 12 years ago, returning to live with his mother last fall. The funeral was
held at Christ Church yesterday afternoon, Rev. W. G. Lansbury officiating. (Plot 27,
R3S16)
Deaths
Grant – In Hillier, on Monday, April 4th, 1927, Robert Grant, aged 47 years.
Funeral from his late residence, Hillier, on Wednesday, April 6th. Service at Christ
Church, Hillier at 2 p.m. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 27, R3S16)
Thursday, June 2nd, 1927 (Picton Times)
Hillier
Mrs. Sandy Jones of Trenton was buried in Christ Church Cemetery on Tuesday
afternoon. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Obituary
The remains of the late Mrs. Sandy Jones were brought from Trenton for
internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, on Tuesday afternoon. The deceased, who
before her marriage was Miss Jocie Stimers of Hillier, leaves behind her husband and six
children, who have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement. (No plot or
tombstone information available)
Thursday, June 23rd, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
The body of the late Wellington Boyle of Detroit was brought to Wellington on
Tuesday and the funeral held at St. Andrew’s Church. Burial took place at Hillier. The
deceased was the victim of an aeroplane accident in which his back was broken. Mr. and
Mrs. Smith of Oshawa, also Mr. John Boyle and sons from Combermere came for the
funeral. (Plot 428, R18S8) (Plot 164, R7S13)
Thursday, June 23rd, 1927 (Picton Times)
Wellington
Thebody of Mr. Boyle, brother of Thomas Boyle, arrived on Tuesday for burial at
the Anglican Cemetery in Hillier. Mr. Thomas Boyle went to Detroit. His brother was
killed in an aeroplane accident. (Plot 164, R7S13)
Hillier, 3rd Concession
Mr. Boyle, brother of Mr. Thomas Boyle of Wellington, who was fatally injured
in an aeroplane accident at Detroit was buried at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier on
Thuesday afternoon. A number of friends from his old home back north were in
attendance at the funeral. (Plot 164, R7S13)
66
Thursday, July 7th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Joseph D. Stapleton
Joseph D. Stapleton who died at his home in Wellington, Saturday, July 2nd in his
85th year, was the son of William and Mary Stapleton, pioneers of this district, who
cleared their farm near Hillier upon which they lived until they died. For years, the sons
Joseph and John lived on the Homestead until they came to Wellington to retire. Mr.
Stapleton had lived for seventeen years in the village and has been a remarkably vigorous
man until a few weeks ago, when he was taken seriously ill. He was a member of St.
Andrew’s Church and a Royal Arch Mason. On Monday, the funeral service was held at
his late residence with Rev. W. G. Lansbury in charge, assisted by Rev. W. J. H. Symth.
Burial took place at the Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. The funeral was Masonic and
the bearers were brother Masons: E. Greer, G. Hubbs, S. Christie, J. MacDonald, J.
Hutchinson and J. Stuart.
The deceased leaves a widow who was Annis Wells and two daughters: Mrs. J. H.
Davidson and Mrs. Arthur Stinson, both of this vicinity. Two sisters predeceased him:
Mrs. Garretsee of Conecon and Mrs. James Young of Belleville, and one brother John
survives.
Among those from out of town who attended the funeral of the late Joseph D.
Stapleton were: Mr. William Fowler and grandson of Colborne; Mrs. Joseph P. Stapleton
of Brighton; Mrs. Wilfred Holmes of Belleville; Mr. Bert Garretsee of Consecon; Mr. and
Mrs. William Pettet of Picton; Mr. and Mrs. Angus Lake and John Hyatt of West Lake.
(Plot 88, R4S13)
Card of Thanks
Mrs. Joseph D. Stapleton and family wish to thank their friends and neighbours
for kindness during the illness of husband and father; also for the loan of cars at the time
of funeral. (Plot 88, R4S13)
Hillier
A number of old neighbours and friends attended the funeral of the late Mr.
Joseph Stapleton at Wellington, Monday. Internment was at the Hillier Church Cemetery.
(Plot 88, R4S13)
Hillier friends and old neighbours extend their sympathy to the bereaved relatives
of the late Mr. Joseph Stapleton of Wellington, who was buried at Hillier Cemetery on
Monday. (Plot 88, R4S13)
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Thursday, June 2nd, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mrs. Harvey Sr. is very low at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Tommy Lewis. Mr.
and Mrs. Ernest Harvey and children of Trenton were over to see her on Saturday.
Thursday, July 7th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier (Intended for last week)
Bereavement and sorrow entered the home of Mr. Tommy Lewis, when the aged
mother of Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Harvey, passed away early Sunday morning after a lingering
illness of many months. She is known to be with her loved ones in the land of rest. (Plot
39, R2S19)
Mrs. Harvey, one of our oldest residents and a very highly esteemed lady, passed
away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thomas Lewis on Saturday evening. (Plot 39,
R2S19)
Card of Thanks
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Lewis, sister and brothers, wish to thank all their friends and
neighbours for their great kindness and sympathy at the time of their recent bereavement.
Thursday, October 27th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Rufus Howe
The funeral was held on Monday at Christ Church, Hillier, of Rufus Howe of
Wellington, who passed away on Friday, October 21st, after an illness of some months.
Mr. Howe was 66 years old and was born in Hillier, the son of the late Daniel and Mary
Ann Howe. His boyhood was spent in the vicinity of his birth and some years after his
marriage to Miss Nancy Nethery, he and his wife went to the Canadian West to live.
There they remained for 25 years. On their return to the County, they came to Wellington
to reside. Mrs. Howe and one son, Lancelot of Stoughton, Saskatchewan, survive. The
brothers and sisters are: Daniel, Charles, Blythe and William, Rebecca Jones, Isabel
Johnson, Elizabeth Darling, Marion McCloud and Ida Payzant. One brother John was
killed a year ago at Fort Qu’Appelle.
Mr. Howe was a member of the Anglican Church and a staunch conservative.
Rev. W. G. Lansbury came from Madoc to conduct the funeral service and was
assisted by Rev. A. L. McTear. The bearers were: Messrs. Ernest Greer, R. J. Campbell,
George Hubbs, H. Davidson, L. P. Coxall and H. A. Jolley. (Plot 582, R22S11)
Deaths
Howe – In Wellington on Friday, October 21st, 1927, Rufus Howe, aged 66 years,
3 months, 11 days. (Plot 582, R22S11)
Hillier
Mr. and Mrs. Percy Wilson and Mrs. Jones attended the funeral services at
Wellington of Mr. Rufus Howe. (Plot 582, R22S11)
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Thursday, February 16th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Mary Baird
The death occurred on Monday, February 6th, at the home of her son, Mr. William
Baird of Wellington, of Mrs. Mary Gordon Baird, widow of the late Mr. Thomas Baird of
Hillier. She had been ill only a week before she died and she suffered a stroke from
which she never regained consciousness. Mrs. Baird was born in Ireland. She lived in
Hillier until the death of her husband 13 years ago when she went to Syracuse to be with
her sister, Mrs. Agnes Boyd. In September, she came to Wellington to live at the home of
her son. The deceased was 73 years of age. She was a member of Hillier United Church.
The funeral was held on Thursday and was conducted by Rev. Mr. Symthe. She
leaves to mourn her loss a son, Mr. William Baird and four grandchildren, one great
grandchild, four sisters and one brother. She was laid to rest beside her husband in Hillier
Cemetery. The bearers were: Messrs. Frank Harris, Marshall Palmer, German
Vandervoort, Arthur Murphy, James Lane and John Smith.
Hillier
Hillier folks were very sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Tom Baird. She had
lived most of her life since coming from Ireland as a girl at Hillier, and was a good friend
and neighbour. She died at the home of her son, Mr. William Baird, Wellington. Among
the many who attended the funeral from around Hillier were: Mrs. J. D. Campbell, Mrs.
A Rattray, Mr. and Mrs. Tim Rossmore?, Mrs. Will Foster, Mr. and Mrs. Wight and Mr.
and Mrs. Will Morton, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ellis, and Mr. and Mrs. Ben Ellis. Among the
floral tributes was a spray from Hillier United Church, where Mrs. Baird was a regular
attendant both at Church and Sunday school. Hillier folks extend their sympathy to the
bereaved relatives and friends.
Several from Hillier attended the funeral on Thursday of the late Mrs. Mary
Baird, wife of the late Thomas Baird, a former resident of Hillier. Just a few years ago the
“Gordons and the Bairds” were well known families at Hillier and now none of the name
remain here. Mrs. Baird has been a member of the Hillier Church [United] for years and
to her son William and his family her many Hillier friends extend their deepest sympathy.
(Plot 442B, R18S17)
Niles Corners
We extend our deepest sympathy to Mr. William Baird and family in their sad
bereavement.
East Wellington
Mrs. Agnes Boyd of Syracuse, Mrs. Susie Gordon of Brockville and Mr. George
Gordon of Tonawanda attended the funeral of their sister, Mrs. Mary Baird.
Cold Creek
Mr. and Mrs. Pridmore and Mrs. W. A. Foster attended the funeral of the late
Mrs. Baird in Wellington on Thursday afternoon.
Card of Thanks
We desire to express our heartfelt thanks to our friends and neighbours for their
kind expression of sympathy and many helpful acts during the illness and death of our
mother, and for the spray from the Hillier United Church; also one from the Ladies Aid
of Wellington United Church; also for the loan of cars.
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Deaths
Baird – On Monday, February 6th, Mrs. Mary Baird, aged 73 years and 2 months.
Funeral from the home of her son, Mr. William Baird, Wellington, Thursday, February
9th at 1.30 p.m. (Plot 442B, R18S17)
Thursday, June 2nd, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier (Intended for last week)
Mrs. Sarah Wilson, one of our oldest and most highly respected residents, is
visiting her son, Hiram, in Colborne. She was 89 years of age on the 17th [of May].
Thursday, March 15th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. J. Wilson
There passed away at Colborne, early Monday morning, Mrs. Josiah Wilson, an
aged lady and life-long resident of Hillier. The past six or eight months, she has spent at
her eldest son’s home in Colborne, Mr. H. B. Wilson, where she died. Her youngest son,
R. P. Wilson, lives in Hillier. The funeral was held in Colborne, with internment in the
family plot at Hillier cemetery on Wednesday of this week.
A dear mother, a faithful church member and a gentle long-to-be remembered
friend, has passed on to the Great Beyond. To all the sorrowing relatives and friends,
goes the heartfelt sympathy of Hillier. (Plot 501, R20S15)
Hillier
Mr. Percy Wilson was called to Colborne on Monday morning having received
the sad news that his mother had passed away at the home of her son Mr. H. Wilson and
Mrs. Wilson in that town. The late Mrs. Wilson, who had resided in Hillier nearly all her
life, has a host of friends here, who not only extend deepest sympathy to the bereaved
relatives, but feel that they have lost a kind, cheerful and faithful friend. (Plot 501,
R20S15)
Hillier
Hillier folks were sorry to hear that Mrs. Sarah Wilson had passed away at the
home of her son, Mr. H. Wilson, at Colborne on Sunday night. Funeral services were held
at Colborne on Wednesday, internment being made in the family plot in Christ Church,
Hillier. Mrs. Wilson was greatly loved by all who knew her and our deepest sympathy
goes out to the bereaved family and friends. (Plot 501, R20S15)
Melville
The death of the late Mrs. Sarah Wilson which occurred on Sunday, March 11th,
at the home of her son, Mr. Hiram Wilson of Colborne, removes one of the oldest and
most highly respected residents of the Township of Hillier. Although having reached the
advanced age of 92 years she retained her mental faculties to a remarkable degree. Not
only in her immediate family will she be sadly missed, but by a host of friends to whom
she endeared herself by her sympathetic understanding, her kindness of heart and her
gifted intellect.
The deceased was a devout member of the Anglican Church and one of the
earliest members of the Guild, in which society she retained until the last.
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The funeral was conducted at Colborne on Wednesday and the remains were
brought to Hillier for internment. Surviving are four sons: Stephen of Placerville,
California; Hiram of Colborne; Clare of Vermont and Percival of Hillier. The third son,
William, died in 1905 at Paloalto, California. The late Mrs. Wilson was a sister of the late
Mr. Lancelot Nethery, formerly of this place. (Plot 501, R20S15)
Deaths
At Colborne on Monday, March 12th, Mrs. Josiah Wilson of Hillier. Internment
Hillier. (Plot 501, R20S15)
Wednesday, July 18th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Hillier folks extend their sympathy to Mrs. Jim Crowthers (nee Alice Simmons)
in the loss of her husband, who has suffered for a long time. He leaves a small family of
two boys and one girl.
The funeral of the late James Crowthers was held on Sunday at his home near
Wellington, with burial at Hillier in the Simmons plot. The Rev. Mr. Symthe of
Wellington conducted the service. Mr. Crowthers, who also served his country overseas,
has been a great sufferer for a long time, and death to him was a relief. (Plot 586, R24S1)
Deaths
Crowthers – At his home on the Consecon Road, July 13th, 1928, James
Crowthers aged 52 years. Internment was made in Christ Church burying ground. (Plot
586, R24S1)
Saturday, July 21st, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Funeral of the late James Crowthers
The funeral was held on Sunday morning at ten o’clock of the late James
Crowthers. Mr. Crowthers, who lived on the Clarence Stevenson farm, has been ill for
four months. He leaves a widow and three small children. The deceased was born in
England and came to Canada as a young man. He served overseas. The funeral service at
his home was conducted by the Rev. W. J. H. Smythe, and the body was laid to rest in
Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 586, R24S1)
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Wednesday, September 5th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Stewart – At Consecon, Ontario, on Thursday, August 30th, 1928, Sarah Gillies,
beloved wife of Samuel G. Stewart, aged 69 years. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot
232, R10S16)
Card of Thanks
Samuel G. Stewart and family wish to thank their friends and neighbours for
sympathy and assistance extended to them in their bereavement. (Plot 232, R10S16)
Wednesday, September 12th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. S. Stewart
Another home was saddened by bereavement when on Thursday morning, August
30th, the spirit of Mrs. Samuel Stewart of Hillier passed peacefully away. For some time,
she had been in poor health, but hopes were held of her recovery, until suddenly the
weary heart gave up the struggle and the spirit went home.
She had lived in Hillier all her life and was from youth a consistent member of the
Presbyterian Church. Though of a retiring nature, her good influence was far reaching.
The end found her ready to depart and be with Christ which is far better.
She leaves to mourn her loss, the bereaved husband and five daughters: Mrs. W.
Anderson of Cudeu, Manitoba; Mrs. E. L. Higgs of Toronto; Mrs. Earl Taylor of
Consecon; Miss Jessie of Toronto and Miss Margaret at home
“There is no death! The leaves may fall
The flowers may fade and pass away
They only wait through wintry hours
The coming of May
And ever near us, though unseen,
The dear immortal spirits tread
For all the boundless universe,
Is life – there are no dead.”
(Plot 232, R10S16)
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Wednesday, October 17th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Miss Jane Morton, a highly respected resident of this locality, passed away at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Morton after a lingering illness. Miss Morton lived a
Christian life of love and service and was loved by all. (Plot 610B, R25S10)
Deaths
Morton – At Melville, on Friday, October 12th, 1928, Miss Jane Morton. Funeral
service in Melville United Church on Monday. Internment in Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot
610B, R25S10)
Saturday, October 20th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Miss Jane Morton
The death of Miss Jane Morton occurred at the home of her nephew Mr. Fred
Morton near Melville, following a lingering illness borne with Christian fortitude. The
deceased was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Morton and was born in
Kingston some 76 years ago, but had spent her girlhood and early womanhood at the
homestead near Melville, with an interval of some years in Toronto.
Miss Morton was loved and respected by all who knew her, living an ideal
Christian life of love and service and her passing will be deeply regretted by a host of
friends. She was a faithful member of the United Church, a worker in the Women’s
Missionary Society and in everything that tended to the betterment of home and
community life.
Surviving are three brothers: James, John and Charles of Melville. The funeral
was conducted in Melville Church at 10.30 a.m. on Monday, October 15th and was
largely attended, the pastor, the Rev. H. Wilkinson, preaching impressively from
Hebrews 4-9. “There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God.” The choir sang “It
is well with my soul.” Internment was made in the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier, the
bearers being Merritt McFaul, D’Arcy Young, Grant Valleau, Stewart and Thomas
Kinnear and Frank Zufelt.
Relatives from a distance at the obsequies included: Mrs. Ralph Brown and Mrs.
Sam. Stewart, Toronto, nieces of the deceased, Mr. Garratt Morton, Tweed, a nephew and
Mr. Herbert Morton of Belleville, Ontario. (Plot 610B, R25S10)
Saturday, November 24th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Reilly – At the home of his brother Mr. Issac Reilly, Niles Corners, on Monday,
November 19th, 1928, Joseph Reilly. Internment Hillier Cemetery. (No plot or tombstone
information)
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Wednesday, November 28th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Death of Young Man at Hillier
Lorne Smith
On Thursday, November 22nd, 1928, following a few weeks illness, the death
occurred of Mr. Lorne Smith, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Smith, North Lakeside.
Although the deceased had been ill for some weeks, his condition was not considered
dangerous and the announcement of his death came as a shock to his many friends. Only
22 years of age, the grim Reaper claimed him and a promising life has been cut off.
Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Smith and a younger brother Issac, who have
the sympathy of the community in their bereavement. Lorne was a gifted musician and
his musical contributions with those of his bother were greatly appreciated at local
entertainments.
The funeral service was conducted at the home on Saturday at 2 p.m., Rev. Mr.
Wilkinson officiating in the presence of a large assembly of friends. During the service
James Wickson sang “Some Day I’ll Understand.” Mr. F. Morton accompanist.
Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery, the bearers being: Albert Morton,
Harry Chase, Ernest French and Gerald Brooks. The floral tributes were beautiful.
Mr. and Mrs. Will Bowers and Mr. Will Parliament, Oshawa, were among those
present at the obsequies. (Plot 519, R21S6)
Deaths
Smith – At Melville, on Thursday, November 22nd, 1928, Lorne Smith, elder son
of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Smith, North Lakeside, aged 22 years. Internment Hillier Cemetery.
(Plot 519, R21S6)
Wednesday, November 28th, 1928 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Funeral of Joseph Reilly
There passed away on Monday, November 19th, Mr. Joseph Reilly at the age of 81
years at the residence of his brother, Issac Reilly. The funeral service was conducted by
Rev. Rogers of Picton at the home of his brother. The pall bearers were: Messrs. L. K.
Leavens, Norris Dafoe, Frank Benway, William Miller, Herbert Panting and Henry
McClennon. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (No plot or tombstone information)
Niles Corners
Much sympathy is extended to the Reilly family in their bereavement.
Wednesday, January 16th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Garbutt – At Melville on Wednesday, January 9th, 1929, Donald, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Clarence Garbutt, aged 4 months. Internment Christ Church, Hillier. (No plot or
tombstone information)
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Wednesday, February 27th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Arthur Fritz (nee Caroline Simmons)
Hillier, February 25th (J. R.) – On Friday, Mrs. Sam Simmons received a telegram
stating that her daughter Mrs. Arthur Fritz was seriously ill. Mr. and Mrs. Simmons left
immediately for Detlor and were with her before she passed away at 10.30 Saturday
morning.
Mr. and Mrs. Fritz had moved from Consecon to Delta about a month ago, Mr.
Fritz having secured a position as foreman on the section at Delta. Mrs. Fritz had written
to friends here last week and told them that they were getting settled in their new home,
which they were well pleased with. Mrs. Fritz had not been in good health for some time,
but her death was a great shock to many friends.
Besides her husband she leaves two children, Morley and Joyce, her father and
mother, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Simmons; three brothers: Samuel, Thomas and William; and
two sisters: Mrs. Payne, Toronto and Mrs. Crowthers, Hillier.
The remains were brought to Hillier on Monday. Service at the home of her
parents. Many friends were in attendance. Internment Hillier. (Plot 103D, R5S1)
Hillier Neighbourhood
Mrs. Arthur Fritz
The remains of the late Mrs. Arthur Fritz arrived from Detlor Monday morning on
the nine o’clock train. Mr. Fritz with the children and their grandmother Mrs. Simmons
accompanied the body back to Hillier where the funeral took place today (Wednesday)
with internment in Hillier cemetery. To the sorrowing relatives is extended the sympathy
of the community. (Plot 103D, R5S1)
Deaths
Fritz – At Detlor, Saturday, February 23rd, 1929, Mrs. Arthur Fritz, aged 28 years,
7 months. Funeral Wednesday at the home of Mr. Samuel Simmons. Internment Hillier.
(Plot 103D, R5S1)
Saturday, March 2nd, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Village
Funeral of Mrs. Fritz.
The funeral of Mrs. Arthur Fritz was held from the residence of her father, Mr. S.
Simmons to Christ Church on Wednesday and was largely attended. Rev. Cook
officiated. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. Among those in attendance were
Mrs. Fritz’s brothers: William Simmons of Deloro and Tom Simmons of Port Colborne,
and her sisters: Mrs. Payne of Toronto and Mrs. James Crowthers, Hillier. Another
brother, Sam Simmons of Seattle, is in China at present.
Mrs. Brigood and son and Mr. and Mrs. Billy Simmons, Port Colborne attended
the funeral of Mrs. Arthur Fritz on Wednesday. (Plot 103D, R5S1)
Hillier Neighbourhood
Mrs. Loran Alyea, Consecon was at Hillier on Wednesday and attended the
funeral at the Anglican church of the late Mrs. Arthur Fritz. (Plot 103D, R5S1)
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Thursday, February 22nd, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Simmons – In loving memory of our dear daughter, Caroline Simmons, who
departed this life, February 23rd, 1929.
Like a ship that’s left its moorings,
And sails bravely out to sea
So someone dear has sailed away
in calm serenity
But there’s promise of greater joy
Than earth could have in store
For God has planned a richer life
beyond the unseen shore.
Ever remembered by: mother, father, sisters: Alice and Phoebe and brothers: Sam, Will
and Tom. (Plot 103D, R5S1)
Friday, February 21st, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Simmons – In loving memory of our dear daughter, Caroline Simmons, who
departed this life, February 23rd, 1929.
Time rolls on, we are reminded,
Of a day our hearts were crushed
When God took you, Oh so quickly,
And we all in gloom were thrust.
In the bloom of life, death claimed you,
In the pride of early days.
But we hope to meet you some day,
And be with you always.
Ever remembered by her Mother, Father, Sisters: Alice and Phoebe, and brothers: Sam,
Will and Tom. (Plot 103D, R5S1)
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Saturday, June 22nd, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
Rev. W. G. Lansbury
Word was received on Wednesday of the death of Rev. W. G. Lansbury, former
rector of St. Andrew’s church, Wellington. Deep sorrow is expressed on all sides and
sympathy for the bereaved family. Internment is made in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 382,
R16S14)
Wednesday, June 26th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Bells Were Tolled In England While Funeral Service of Rev. Lansbury Was Held
At Hillier
Clergy From All Parts of Diocese Attend Services for Former Rector of
Wellington and Hillier – Died In Toronto Following Operation – Widely
Mourned.
Rev. Wallace George Lansbury passed away in Toronto General Hospital on
Tuesday, June 18th. The remains were brought to Wellington, Friday, June 21st and the
funeral service was held at Christ Church, Hillier, Saturday, June 22nd at 2 p.m.
Rev. Lansbury was born in England. He was lay reader at St. Andrew’s Cheddar,
Somerset, England for some time, under Canon C. M. Harris. He was ordained in June
1914 when he took charge of Augusta parish, later going to Parham, then
Queensborough, Wellington and Hillier, and Madoc where he was at the time of his
demise.
He leaves to mourn his loss besides his widow, one daughter: Joyce Lansbury, at
home in Madoc; one son: Dr. John Lansbury, Toronto; one sister: Mrs. Carter, England;
two brothers: one in the United States and Alfred Lansbury in England.
The address at the funeral was given by Archdeacon Coleman of Kingston, in
which he conveyed the regrets of Bishop Seager who was unable to be present owing to
an urgent engagement in the remote part of the Diocese.
He paid a high tribute to the sterling worth of Rev. Lansbury who was dearly
loved by the clergy and layiety of the church on account of his meek disposition and
Christian character.
The lesson was read by Dean W. W. Craigg of Kingston. The psalms were read
by Rev. B. F. Byers of Stirling. The hymns were announced by Rev. Canon A. L.
McTear, rector of the parish. The prayers were taken by Rev. P. Heywood, Trenton.
Among the clergy who were present were: Rev. J. C. Levaston, Rawdon; Rev. J.
E. Gibson, Toronto; Rev. A. E. Smart, Portsmouth; Rev. J. Lyons, Belleville; Rev. A.
Strother, Adolphustown; Rev. R. D. Clark, Belleville; Canon Creeggan, Gananoque; Rev.
Grant Sparling, Bannockburn; Rev. J. Brownlie, Lansdowne; Rev. Cecil Winter, Picton;
Rev. W. H. Symthe, Wellington; Rev. F. O. Ware, Milford; Rural Dean Stout, Marmora,
who knew Rev. Lansbury in Cheddar, England, was also present.
The hymns were: “Peace, Perfect Peace”, “Our Blessed Redeemer” and “How
Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds”, chosen by Mrs. (Rev.) Lansbury.
Mr. Fred Morton very ably presided at the organ.
The pall bearers were: Mr. George Love, Queensborough; Mr. F. W. Thompson,
Queensborough; Mr. J. R. Belshaw, Madoc; Mr. L. K. Leavens, Mr. Herbert Panting and
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Mr. Ernest Terry, Hillier. The altar was decorated with white Canterbury Bells and white
peonies.
Among those who sent floral tributes were: Mrs. Lansbury and family, Madoc; St.
Peter’s Church, Queensborough; St. Andrew’s Church, Wellington; St. John’s Church,
Madoc; Christ Church, Hillier; St. Andrew’s Sunday School, Wellington; A. Y. P. A.,
Wellington, Lockwood Clinic, Toronto; Mrs. Dorland and Bessie Dorland, Wellington;
Mr. and Mrs. Tufts, Madoc; Mrs. Chisholm and Miss Clara Bell, Wellington; Captain
Mathews and Mr. Pack, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. F. Flindall, Belleville; Jack, Harold and
Alex, Toronto.
A cable message was sent to Cheddar, England and the bell was tolled at the time
of the service. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 382, R16S14)
Deaths
Lansbury – In Toronto General Hospital, Tuesday, June 18th, 1929, Rev. W. G.
Lansbury. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 382, R16S14)
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Wednesday, July 10th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Vandusen – In Hillier, July 8th, 1929, John A. Vandusen, aged 75 years. Funeral
from his late residence, Pleasant Bay, Wednesday, July 10th at 2 pm. Internment at Hillier
cemetery. (Masonic) (Plot 31A, R2S15)
Saturday, July 13th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Sudden Death of Hillier Farmer
John A. Vandusen of Pleasant Bay, Hillier died very suddenly Monday morning.
Mr. Vandusen left the house to look after some stock and shortly afterwards Albert
Chamberlain, who lives at the Vandusen home, found him on the ground and conveyed
him to the house, but apparently life had fled.
John A. Vandusen came to Picton from Belleville about fifty years ago. For a time
he was in the boot and shoe business in Picton. For more than thirty years he lived on the
farm in Hillier on which he died.
He married Marietta Herrington, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Z. Herrington
of Picton, who survives him.
Mr. Vandusen was a member of the Masonic fraternity and the funeral which took
place Wednesday afternoon was conducted with Masonic ceremony. Internment took
place in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 31A, R2S15)
Inquest Held Into Death of Hillier Farmer
An inquest was held in Hillier Town Hall last night to inquire into the sudden
death on Monday, July 8th of John Vandusen, Hillier farmer, who resided on the north
side of Pleasant bay, about three miles from Hillier. Evidence was submitted by: Dr.’s
Philp, VanLuven and Robertson; also Albert Chamberlain and Wallace Alexander.
Coroner Dr. Thompson presided and M. R. Allison represented the Crown and Gordon
Walmsley for Mr. Alexander.
In the evidence it was stated that the deceased had gone over to the farm of his
next neighbour, Wallace Alexander about 6.30 a.m. on Monday. He had been gone about
10 minutes when his wife noticed him drop suddenly while returning to his home. The
hired man, Mr. Chamberlain, investigated and found life extinct. He noticed bruises on
the deceased’s nose and a cut on his ear. The coroner was called and ordered an inquest.
Evidence was given that there had been an argument and strong language between
the two men and that they apparently had come to blows.
The jury decided that the deceased man came to his death from heart failure
caused by undue excitement and exertion.
Wednesday, July 31st, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Farmer Charged with Manslaughter is Granted Bail
Charges laid as result of death of John Vandusen on July 8 – To appear at Fall
Assizes
Wallace Alexander, Hillier, was arrested on a charge of manslaughter by
Constable Price Morris and James Lovelace on Friday night. The charge arose out of the
death of John Vandusen, Hillier Township farmer on July 8th.
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Mr. Alexander appeared before Police Magistrate R. A. Norman on Saturday,
when preliminary examination was waived and accused was committed for trial at the
Fall Assizes. Application was made to his Honour Judge McLean for bail and accused
was released on security of $16,000 furnished by his father, uncle and the accused.
Following the sudden death of John Vandusen an inquest was held at Hillier on
July 12th. Evidence was submitted by Dr. Philp, VanLuven and Robertson; also Albert
Chamberlain the hired man and Wallace Alexander.
The jury decided that the deceased had come to his death from heart failure
caused by undue excitement and exertion.
Wednesday, November 6th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
True Bill Found in Manslaughter Case
Several important cases came before this week’s settings of the High Court at
Picton. Court opened on Monday afternoon at the Court House with Justice Kelly
presiding. Of the four cases before the court three were criminal and one was a civil
action.
The Grand Jury had presented to it two cases. The one Rex vs. Alexander was a
charge of manslaughter. In this case the Grand Jury found a true bill…
Saturday, November 9th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Wallace Alexander, Hillier, Is Freed of Manslaughter Charge
Verdict Was Given on Thursday Morning
“Not guilty”, was the jury’s verdict given Thursday morning in the case of Rex
vs. Alexander, in which the defendant was charged with manslaughter. The charge
alleged that Wallace Alexander on July 8th caused the death of John Vandusen, as the
result of a quarrel on the defendant’s farm in Hillier Township.
The case was argued before Mr. Justice Kelly in the Supreme Court sittings here
this week with Mr. M. Tudhope for the Crown and Wilfred Lane and Gordon Walmsley
for the defendant.
First witness L. A. VanSkiver, certified to a plan of the farm buildings of
Alexander and Vandusen which adjoined each other with a common lane to the road used
by both parties.
Albert Chamberlain, working for Vandusen, said that the morning of the quarrel,
Vandusen had gone over to see Alexander about calves which had got out on the road
through the gate being left open. He had heard angry words, and had heard Vandusen say
to Alexander “Get off the wagon.” About 3 minutes later he had picked Vandusen off the
ground dead on his own property. He had bruises on his face, and had apparently been
walking to the house when death came.
Dr. VanLuven testified that the bruises on the face of the deceased were not
serious. The filling up of a coronary artery as revealed by post mortem might indicate
heart failure.
Provincial Constable Price Morris and County Constable Lovelace both gave
testimony that when they went to arrest the defendant, the latter had made an admission.
He had said that Vandusen had come over to his (Alexander’s) place that morning and
had come towards him as if to hit him. He had pushed Vandusen away and the latter had
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fallen, catching him by the leg. Defendant’s horses had started up and he had kicked
Vandusen 5 or 6 times.
Wilfred Lane, defense counsel, objected to the above evidence of Morris and
Lovelace, alleging that the admission by Alexander to them had been obtained by an
inducement made by the officers that “They did not want to make trouble.” The objection
was not sustained by Mr. Justice Kelly after questioning of witnesses.
D. S. Ainsworth, undertaker, testified as to the bruises on Vandusen’s face – a cut
from the lobe of the left ear toward the eye, slight abrasions and a flattened nose. He
described these as minor in character – the nose might have been flattened by a fall, or by
lying on the ground. The skin was not broken, nor had the nose bled.
Defendant in the witness box said that Vandusen had come to his place as he was
getting ready to leave for the back of his farm with a team and wagon. There had been an
argument about calves getting on the road through an open gate. Vandusen had hit him.
He had pushed Vandusen away and the latter had fallen, catching him by the leg. His
team had started up, and he had kicked to free himself; he did not know whether his foot
had touched Vandusen or not. Defendant maintained under cross-examination by the
Crown that he did not kick at Vandusen’s face, but just to free himself. He had followed
his team with Vandusen coming after. The latter had challenged him to come down off
the wagon. Defendant had warned Vandusen not to hit his (defendant’s) wife who had
followed. Vandusen had turned around, and walked away, talking to himself.
Defendant said deceased was white and trembling as he talked. There had been
arguments about cattle getting out on the road two or three times before, he said.
Mrs. Alexander’s evidence was in substance a corroboration of that given by her
husband. She had seen the quarrel, she said, and declared that her husband had not kicked
the deceased on the face at all, but only to free himself.
Dr. Philp
Dr. T. S. Philp, witness for the defense, said that the deceased, who had been a
patient, was suffering from chronic Bright’s disease and degeneration of the blood
vessels and heart. He regarded it as a serious condition. Under questioning by counsel for
the defense, he said that death might have resulted from the excitement of the quarrel
without physical violence.
Summing Up
In summing up the case for the defense, defense counsel argued that evidence
showed that Vandusen might easily have died from the effect of the excitement. Dr.
VanLuven’s evidence described the bruises as slight. Filling up of the coronary arteries
resulting in heart failure was probably the cause. D. S. Ainsworth’s evidence as to bruises
showed no connection between them and death. The cut on the deceased’s face might
have been caused by his hitting the drag on the defendant’s wagon as the deceased fell.
As to the alleged kicks, defense counsel contented they were to free the
defendant, anxious to catch his team. The evidence of the accused was very definite.
Defense counsel would submit that there was nothing in the evidence to support a theory
of death by physical violence.
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Counsel read an extract from Section 53 of the Criminal Code, justifying the
meeting of a physical attack by sufficient force to repel the attack.
Mr. Tudhope, for the Crown, spoke of the three provisions of British justice under
which every man was assured a fair trial. In cases where human life was taken under
certain circumstances, it was necessary that they be aired in the courts. There were certain
things in evidence upon which everyone agreed, such as the poor health of the deceased.
The principal point on which the jury had to decide was as to the alleged “kicking” and
whether it was directed at the face of the deceased man, or not. In that matter, stories
were at variance given by the two constables in their evidence, with the evidence given
by the accused and his wife.
Charging Jury
Mr. Justice Kelly, in charging the jury, said that its task was to determine whether
Mr. Vandusen came to his death by any act of Mr. Alexander, and whether that act was of
a criminal nature or not.
For the jury’s information His Lordship defined murder as “culpable homicide
with malice aforethought”, whereas man-slaughter was “culpable homicide without
malice aforethought.”
Everyone was entitled to defend his own body using enough force to repel the
attack.
The jury in this action was as follows: Garfield French, Gerald Gough, Harry
Brason, Roy Leavitt, Thomas Hurlburt, John Loney, Earl Lumley, Leslie Jackson,
Sherman Noble, George Hudgin, Allan Harrison and Austin Powers.
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Saturday, July 13th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. (Rev.) Lansbury
The sad news of the death in Toronto on Wednesday of Mrs. Lansbury, widow of
Rev. W. G. Lansbury, rector of Madoc, who also died in Toronto on June 18th, was
received by county friends on Wednesday. Deceased was the mother of Dr. Lansbury, a
recent brilliant medical graduate of Queen’s University, Kingston. The body will be
interred at Hillier today at 2.30 p.m. Bishop Seager will officiate and will be assisted by
Canon McTear of Wellington and others of the clergy of the diocese. (Plot 383, R16S14)
Deaths
Lansbury – In Toronto, Wednesday, July 10th, 1929, Mrs. Lansbury, widow of the
late Rev. W. G. Lansbury, formerly of Hillier. Service at Hillier today (Saturday) at 2.30
p.m. Internment Hillier. (Plot 383, R16S14)
Hillier
Mrs. Ernest Terry is in receipt of a letter from Mrs. Lansbury, Madoc, in which
she is asked to convey to all interested, her deep appreciation of kindness and sympathy
given at the time of her bereavement.
Wednesday, July 17th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Mrs. Lansbury was buried at Hillier
Bishop Seager and Many Ministers assisted in Beautiful Service
The funeral of Mrs. Lansbury was held in Christ Church, Hillier on Saturday, July
13th, just three weeks since the remains of her beloved husband and former rector of
Christ Church, Hillier were laid to rest in Hillier cemetery. The address was given by His
Lordship Bishop Seager in which his remarks were combined in the three briefs:
Christian farewell, Christian hope and Christian consolation. He said the deceased and
former rector lived in the minds of clergy and laiety as one and that their farewell to the
departed was suffused with Christian hope; hope that through Christ, though dead, they
liveth evermore and that for the Christian soul there is hope. He said that for the Christian
church (the family of God) there is divine eternal fellowship and brotherly love that
reaches out, particularly to those who are saying a Christian farewell. The Creed was
repeated in unison. The Lesson: 1 Corinthians 15 20-58 was read by Rev. J. Lyons of
Belleville. The psalms were taken by Canon A. L. McTear, who also announced the
hymns which were: “For all the Saints who from their labours rest”, “Come Ye
Disconsolate”, and “At Even ere the sun was set.” Mr. Morton presided at the organ.
The honorary pallbearers were: His Lordship Bishop Seager, Rev. J. Lyons,
Belleville; Rev. Grant Sparling, Bannockburn; Rev. Byers, Stirling; Rev. Lewison,
Rawdon, and Rev. F. O. Ware, Milford.
The pallbearers were: Messrs L. P. Coxall and George Hubbs, Wellington and L.
F. Leavens and Ernest Terry, Hillier.
The committal at the graveside was taken by His Lordship Bishop Seager.
Among those who sent floral tributes were: Wychwood House (The Matthews
family), Toronto; Rockwood Clinic, Toronto; Hillier congregation, Hillier; Miss Luella
Broad, Mrs. L. King, Mrs. Noble, Mrs. Fraleigh, Mrs. Chisholm and Miss Bell, Mr. and
Mrs. George Hubbs, all of Wellington; Mrs. Flindall and family, Belleville; Dr. J.
Lansbury and Miss Lansbury, Toronto. (Plot 383, R16S14)
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Wednesday, September 25th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Parks – At Consecon, Ontario on Tuesday, September 17th, 1929, Ira Parks.
Surviving are his widow and two sons: Kenneth of Rochester and Percy of Harrowsmith.
(Plot 145, R6S18)
Saturday, November 2nd, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Philip Carley
The death of Mrs. Philip Carley, 3rd Concession of Ameliasburg occurred in
Belleville General Hospital on Thursday morning. Mrs. Carley was taken suddenly ill on
Wednesday. She had not been enjoying the best of heath for two years when at that time
typhoid fever left her in a weakened condition.
Mrs. Carley was formerly Josephine McCandlish of Bruce County and was aged
67 years. For many years she was actively connected with the Salvation Army at
Enterprize, at Picton 40 years ago and later at Consecon.
After her marriage she resided on the 3rd Concession Ameliasburg. She was a
member of the Church of Christ and an active church worker. Her demise is regretted by
many friends.
Surviving are three sons: Dr. Arthur H., and Cecil of Toronto and Wray Carley of
Melville.
The funeral takes place today (Saturday) from the family residence at 1.30 p.m.
with internment in Hillier Cemetery. Mr. Robert Telfer of Toronto assisted by Mr.
McCartney of Toronto will conduct the funeral service. (Plot 608B, R25S9)
Deaths
Carley – In Belleville Hospital on Thursday, October 31st, 1929, Josephine V.
McCandlish, wife of Philip Carley, aged 67 years. Funeral service will be held from the
residence of her son Wray Carley, 3rd Concession, Ameliasburg, on Saturday, November
2nd at 1.30 pm. Internment in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 608B, R25S9)
Thursday, November 5th, 1931 (Picton Times)
In Memoriam
In fond remembrance if my dear wife, Josephine Victoria Carley, who departed
this life on October 31st, 1929 at Belleville Hospital. Sadly missed by husband and
family. Absent from the body, present with the Lord, 2 Cor, 5 ch, 8 verse. Philip H.
Carley, Consecon, Ontario. (Plot 608B, R25S9)
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Wednesday, November 6th, 1929 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Deborah Ann Trip
Deborah Ann Young, wife of Israel J. Tripp passed away at her home on
Consecon Street early Thursday morning. She had been confined to her bed for about five
weeks and for eighteen years had at times suffered intensely from gall stones, which was
the cause of her death.
The deceased was in her 74th year. She was born in Percy Township and was the
daughter of the late Nelson and Eleanor Young. The greater part of her life has been lived
in Prince Edward County in Hillier and Ameliasburg.
Surviving are her husband, two half sisters: Mrs. Jotham Moon and Mrs. C. L.
McFaul. One daughter, Mrs. Lee Smith of Melville and one son, Daniel Tripp, remain. A
son and daughter predeceased her. There are nine grandchildren and five great
grandchildren.
The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from her late residence at 2.30 o’clock,
with internment in the family plot in Hillier cemetery. The bearers were: Messrs. Thomas
Turvey, Alva Quaiff, George Pettingill, Alva Morrison, Frank Thomas and Talbert
Noxon. The Tripp family has the sympathy of many friends in the loss of a dear wife and
mother. (Plot 577, R23S10)
Consecon
Late Mrs. Israel Tripp
News was also received that Mrs. Israel Tripp of Wellington had passed away.
Mr. and Mrs. Tripp lived for some time in Consecon. Mr. Tripp and family have the
sympathy of their many friends in Consecon. (Plot 577, R23S10)
Deaths
Tripp – In Wellington, Thursday, November [sic] 31st, 1929, Deborah Ann Tripp,
wife of Israel Tripp, in her 74th year. Internment Wellington [sic]. (Plot 577, R23S10)
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Saturday, May 3rd, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Christopher Wright Passes
Was Prominent in Public Life in Village of Madoc – A Life Long Mason
The death occurred on Saturday, April 26th of Christopher James Wright at his
home in Wellington after an illness of six weeks duration. Death was due to heart failure
which accompanied severe attacks of asthma. He leaves to mourn the loss of a kind
husband and father his widow and four daughters: Mrs. Thomas Boyle of Wellington,
Mrs. Lumiss of Belleville, Mrs. J. T. Mathers of Winnipeg nd Mrs. Minnie Eckert of
Toronto; also the following grandchildren: Cecil, Clare and Eleanor Boyle, George nd
Frank Eckert and Tillie (Mrs. Freeman), Vera, Gladys, Gordon and Harry Lumiss and
Earl and Helen Mathers.
Mr. Wright was the son of the late Robert and Elizabeth Wright who were of
United Empire Loyalist stock and was born eighty years ago in Rawdon. When fourteen
years of age his parents moved to St. Ola and he lived there and at Madoc until 1914,
when he and his family came to this county to reside. He purchased the farm at Hillier
owned by Mr. A McKinnon and lived there until two years ago when, after the death of
his only son Ben, he and Mrs. Wright came to Wellington to live.
The deceased was prominent in public life in Madoc and has been a Justice of the
Peace for over fifty years. He was made an Honorary member of the Madoc Masonic
Lodge in 1910 and has been a lifelong Mason. He served on Madoc council both as a
councilor and reeve. In politics he was a Conservative. The funeral was held on Tuesday
at the United Church under Masonic auspices. Rev. W. J. H. Smyth, assisted by Dr. M.
Taylor, conducted the service. The members of the Madoc Masonic Lodge were present
and the church was filled with friends who gathered to pay their last tribute of esteem.
Internment was made in Wellington Cemetery [sic]. The following were the bearers:
Messrs. James MacDonald, F. A. Burlingham and J. D. Campbell of Wellington Lodge
and Messrs. Bristol, Connor and Hill of Madoc. (Plot 426, R18S5)
Saturday, May 17th, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Pleasant Bay
Mrs. H. Norton, an old and respected resident of Hillier passed away early
Tuesday morning. (Plot 104B, R5S2)
Deaths
Norton – At Pleasant Bay, Tuesday, May 13th, 1930, Mrs. H. Norton. (Plot 104B,
R5S2)
Wednesday, May 21st, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Village
Mrs. H. Norton passes
Mrs. H. Norton passed away at her late home in Hillier village on Tuesday
morning. Mrs. Norton had been in poor health for a couple of years, but only recently had
been confined to her bed. She is survived by her husband and a sister-in-law, Mrs.
Herrington of Picton. The funeral service was held on Thursday morning at 10.30 at the
house and conducted by Rev. Canon McTear of Wellington. Internment in Christ Church
Cemetery. (Plot 104B, R5S2)
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Saturday, August 16th, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Weeks – Suddenly at Consecon on Thursday, August 14th, 1930, Mrs. Eber
Weeks. (Plot 180B, R8S13)
Wednesday, August 20th, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Eber Weeks
Very sudden and unexpected was the death on Thursday last of Mrs. Eber Weeks,
Consecon. She had been enjoying good health and passed away as a result of an
obstruction in the throat. A gloom was cast over the community when the sad news was
learned. Mrs. Weeks was a highly esteemed resident and a great worker in the interests of
the church and community. She was an active member of the Women’s Institute and
other societies.
Mrs. Weeks was born in Consecon, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert S.
Jones and spent all her life in the county. She leaves her husband, one daughter Mary
Weeks, a sister, Mrs. Hilton Clapp of Stoughton, Saskatchewan and two brothers, Rev.
Canon W. Jones and Leslie Jones on the farm.
The funeral service was held Monday, many sympathizing friends gathering to
pay their last respects. Lovely flowers bore silent testimony to the esteem in which the
deceased was held. (Plot 180B, R8S13)
Consecon
The people of Consecon and vicinity were bereaved on Thursday when the news
of the death of Mrs. Eber Weeks was learned. Mrs. Weeks, who was a life long and
greatly respected resident of the community, will be sadly missed in church and social
circles. Deepest sympathy is extended to the husband and sorrowing daughter, Mary.
(Plot 180B, R8S13)
Saturday, August 23rd, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Eber Weeks
Consecon has lost a valued and highly respected resident in the person of Mrs.
Eber Weeks, whose sudden death cast a gloom over the whole community. A life-long
resident of this place, Mrs. Weeks was interested in all things pertaining to its welfare.
She was a prominent worker for the Women’s Institute, being an ex-president. She was a
great church worker and at one time was president of Trinity Church Guild.
The funeral service at her late residence was conducted by Rev. Kirkpatrick on
Monday, August 18th. The flowers were very beautiful and many friends gathered to pay
their last respects.
The chief mourners were her husband, who is not enjoying good health, daughter
Mary, sister Mrs. Hilton Clapp of Stoughton, Saskatchewan, brothers: C. L. Jones, Hillier
and Rev. William Jones of Maberly.
Internment was in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 180B, R8S13)
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Wednesday, October 1st, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Eber Weeks
The death occurred at Consecon on Friday, after a lengthy illness, of Eber Weeks,
a life long resident of that place. Mr. Weeks was born on the farm on which he died. It
was only a few weeks ago that Mrs. Weeks passed suddenly away. They leave one
daughter, Mary at home. His two sisters predeceased him.
The funeral service at his late residence on Sunday afternoon was largely
attended. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 180A, R8S13)
Consecon
The funeral of the late Eber Weeks who passed away on Friday afternoon was
held at his late residence, Stinson Block on Sunday afternoon. A large congregation of
friends and relatives gathered to pay their last tribute to one respected and loved. The
body was interred in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 180A, R8S13)
Hillier
Much sympathy is extended to Miss Mary Weeks of Consecon in the loss of a
loving father and mother. (Plot 180A, R8S13)
Deaths
Weeks – At Consecon, Friday September 26th, 1930, Eber Weeks. Funeral service
at his late residence, Stinson Block. Internment at Hillier cemetery. (Plot 180A, R8S13)
Saturday, October 4th, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon Road
Several from the road attended the funeral of the late Eber Weeks on Sunday and
Miss Bernice Weeks on Monday. Friends from the road extend their deepest sympathy to
the sorrowing relatives of both Mr. Weeks and Miss Weeks. (Plot 180A, R8S13)
1931
In Memoriam
Weeks – In loving memory of my dear father Eber N. Weeks, who entered into
rest one year ago today, September 26th, 1930.
The midnight stars are gleaming,
On a lone and silent grave,
Beneath it sleeps the one I love,
The one that could not be saved.
His weary hours of long pain,
His troubled nights are past,
His ever patient worn-out frame,
Has found sweet rest at last.
Friends may think I have forgotten,
When at times they see me smile,
But they little know the heartache,
That smile hides all the while.
Sadly missed and ever remembered by his daughter Mary. (Plot 180A, R8S13)
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Saturday, December 27th, 1930 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. William Forshay
On Monday, December 22nd, the funeral was held at St. Andrew’s Church of the
late Mrs. William Forshay, beloved wife of William Forshay. Mrs. Forshay died at the
home of her son, Mr. Leonard Forshay in Wellington. She was born in Hallowell 78 years
ago and was the daughter of the late Robert and Olive Hunt. She leaves to mourn her
death her husband and two sons: Charles of Trenton, Leonard of Wellington and one
daughter, Annie May, Mrs. Norman Ferguson of Oshawa. One brother James, and one
sister, Cinderella Cooper of Bloomfield, also survive. Mrs. Forshay had been ill only
about six weeks. The funeral ws conducted by Rev. A. L. Geen of Belleville and the pall
bearers were: Messrs. Ernest Hubbs, Ed MacDonald, Gordon Christie, David Hubbs,
George Hendry and Albert Linekar. Internment took place in Hillier Cemetery. The
deceased leaves 17 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Among those who attended the funeral were the following: Mrs. Mildred Dowell
of Perth, Charles Forshay and family of Trenton and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hunt of
Gilbert’s Mills. (No plot and tombstone information)
1931
Deaths
Tripp – In Picton, January 2nd, 1931, Deborah Jane Tripp in her 67th year. Funeral
service at her late residence, Main Street west, Monday. Internment, Hillier cemetery.
(Plot 464B, R19S3)
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Thursday, June 4th, 1931 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Davern – In Wellington, Wednesday, June 3rd, 1931, Albert Davern, aged 73
years, 12 days. Funeral service at Christ Church, Hillier, Friday, June 5th at 2 pm.
Internment in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 588, R24S4)
Thursday, June 11th, 1931 (Picton Times)
Obituary
Albert Davern
Albert Davern passed to rest June 3rd at Wellington at the age of 73 years. He was
born in Hillier and was the son of Oliver Davern and Rebecca Terry Davern. In his early
days he was a commercial traveler and in his later years he had lived a retired life. He and
Mrs. Davern spent his summers in Hillier and Wellington and winters in Toronto and
Florida.
Mr. Davern was of a genial disposition and won for himself a host of friends who
extend sympathy to Mrs. Davern and sons in their bereavement. He leaves to mourn his
loss besides his widow, Gertrude Nethery Davern, two sons: William A. Davern of
Wellington and Lancelot Davern of Cobourg; two grandchildren: Nancy Davern of
Wellington and Peter Davern of Cobourg; two sisters: Mrs. Willet Bedal of Brighton and
Mrs. W. H. Adams of Belleville; and one brother, Harvey Davern, Brighton.
The funeral service was held in Christ Church, Hillier and was largely attended.
Rev. J. M. Brownlie was in charge of the service and preached a very impressive and
comforting sermon, taking as his text St. John 11 part of the 32nd verse: “Lord if Thou
had been here my brother had not died.” The hymns were “O God Our Help in Ages
Past”, “Unto the Hills Do I Lift Up My Longing Eyes” and “Peace, Perfect Peace”, with
Mr. Fred Morton, organist.
The pall bearers were: Messrs. Ridley Anderson, Jas. R. Anderson, Percy Wilson,
R. D. Leavitt, Karl Morden and Ernest Terry. (Plot 588, R24S4)
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Saturday, July 11th, 1931 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
Deaths
Stewart – Died in Toronto, Wednesday, July 8th, 1931, Samuel G. Stewart in his
75th year. Funeral service at his late home, Pleasant Bay on Saturday, July 11th at 2 p.m.
(Plot 233, R10S16)
Tuesday, July 14th, 1931 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Stewart – At St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, on Wednesday, July 8th, Samuel G.
Stewart of Consecon, Ontario, aged 74 years, dearly loved father of Mrs. Wm. Anderson,
Lenore, Manitoba; Mrs. E. L. Higgs, Toronto; Mrs. Earl Taylor, Carrying Place; Miss
Jessie Stewart, Toronto and Miss Margaret Stewart, Consecon, Ontario. (Plot 233,
R10S16)
Card of Thanks
The family of Mr. Samuel G. Stewart wishes to thank their neighbours and friends
for the sympathetic interest, the many acts of kindness and the practical help extended to
them during his long illness and at the time of his death, as well as for the beautiful floral
tributes. (Plot 233, R10S16)
Thursday, July 16th, 1931 (Picton Gazette)
Pleasant Bay
All were shocked to hear of the sudden death of Mr. Samuel Stewart who passed
away in the Toronto Hospital on July 8th. (Plot 233, R10S16)
Thursday, July 23rd, 1931 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Samuel G. Stewart
Many will mourn the passing of Samuel G. Stewart, who died on Wednesday,
July 8th in Toronto.
Born in Sophiasburg, he moved when a young man to Hillier Township, where he
spent the remainder of his life. His wife, Sarah Gillies of Sophiasburg, predeceased him
three years ago.
These much loved and honoured parents are mourned by their daughters: Mrs.
Wm. Anderson of Lenore, Manitoba; Miss Margaret at home; Miss E. I. Higgs of
Toronto, Miss Jessie M. of Toronto and Mrs. Earl Taylor of Carrying Place. Two
daughters, Mrs. Isaac Simpson, (Susie) and Miss Nina predeceased him.
Mr. and Mrs. Stewart were earnest Christians and members of Hillier Presbyterian
Congregation of which he was an Elder. Their deep interest in learning was shown by the
excellent education of all members of their family.
The late Mr. Stewart was a progressive and very successful farmer, honest,
honorable and upright in his daily life and ever ready to help in time of trouble.
The funeral service held in his late home on Pleasant Bay, at 2 p.m. on July 11th,
and conducted by the Rev. Nicol, Presbyterian minister of Trenton, Ontario, was largely
attended by his relatives and friends. Beautiful were the floral tributes which silently bore
witness to the love, sympathy and esteem of his dear ones and his many friends.
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A very loving, unselfish, tender and faithful father, has gone to join the departed
dear ones in that Home of Eternal Life, Happiness and Glory.
“I cannot say, and I will not say,
That he is dead – He is just away!
With a cheery smile and a wave of the hand,
He has wandered into an unknown land,
And left us dreaming how very fair,
It needs must be, since he lingers there.
Think of him faring on as dearly loved,
In the love of There as the love of Here,
Think of him, still as the same,
I say He is not dead – He is just away!” (Plot 233, R10S16)
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Thursday, September 24th, 1931 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. Albert Morton went to Toronto on Saturday to go to the hospital where he
will have special treatment. He was accompanied by his father, Mr. John Morton, and his
nurse, Miss Walt, Consecon. His doctor here is Dr. Robertson, Wellington. (Plot 626,
R25S12)
Saturday, October 10th, 1931 (Picton Gazette)
Albert Morton Dies, Aged 28
Promising Young Man Dies Following Operation – Funeral Today at Melville
Many citizens of Prince Edward County, especially in the western part, were
shocked and grieved to learn of the death in Toronto General Hospital on Wednesday of
Albert Bamforth Morton of Melville. He had not enjoyed good health for some years and
recently went to Toronto where he underwent an operation. From its effects he failed to
rally and passed away.
Albert Morton was 28 years of age and was born at Melville. He resided with his
father, William John Morton, on the farm and was a promising young man. His mother,
the late Sarah Morton, was a sister of Rev. Mr. Bamforth, at one time a minister on the
Hallowell circuit. He was an only child.
The deceased attended Picton Collegiate and was a clever student. After
completing his studies at P. C. I. , he entered the Ontario Business College at Belleville
and also took a special course at the Ontario Agricultural College at Guelph.
He had taken a great deal of interest in the activities of the community, but ill
health had prevented him from taking an active part in recent years. He was popular
among young and old and will be greatly missed.
Charles Morton of Melville, who was buried last Sunday, was an uncle of Albert
Morton.
The funeral service is being held in Melville United Church this (Saturday)
afternoon, leaving his home at one o’clock. Internment will be made in Hillier Cemetery.
(Plot 626, R25S12)
Thursday, October 15th, 1931 (Picton Times)
Deaths
Morton – In Toronto General Hospital, October 7th, 1931, Albert Bamforth
Morton aged 28 years, internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 626, R25S12)
Albert Morton
There passed away in Toronto General Hospital on Wednesday, October 7th,
1931, a promising young man in the person of Mr. Albert Morton of Melville at the age
of twenty-eight years.
Albert Morton was the son of John Morton and his wife the late Sarah Bamforth.
For more than a year the deceased had been suffering from lung trouble, last year having
spent several months in Toronto General Hospital where he had undergone several
operations. For some time he had been home until a few weeks ago when he was
removed to Toronto General Hospital for operation for throat obstruction. On Wednesday
during the operation he passed away.
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The deceased was a young man whose life was full of promise. After attending
the public school he was a Student at Picton Collegiate and afterward took courses at
Belleville Business College. Of a pleasing personality he made many friends and his
interest in the church rendered his services very acceptable. As organist in the local
church he was faithful and capable in the discharge of his duty. Albert was but 11 years
old when his mother died. His early death is deeply lamented by a host of friends who
extend sincere sympathy to the bereaved father.
The funeral, which was largely attended, was held on Saturday, October 10th, the
procession leaving the home for Melville church at 1 p.m. The pastor, Rev. Mr. Plant,
spoke comforting words to the bereaved and paid a fine tribute to the Christian life of the
deceased in his faith, courage and patience during months of painful illness. The choir
sang “No Burden allowed to Pass Through”. The remains were laid to rest in Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier, the bearers being: George Young, Clifford Carley, Harry
Chase, Arnold Cruickshank, Ernest French and Gerald Brooks. A profusion of floral
tributes evidenced the respect and esteem in which the deceased was held. His father,
who within a week was doubly bereaved, has the sympathy of many friends.
Former neighbours attending the obsequies included Mr. and Mrs. Raymond
Norton, Bloomfield; Mrs. James Locklin, Smithfield; Mr. Alex Carr, Picton; Mr. W. A.
Davern, Wellington; Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Walbridge, Huff’s Island and Miss Luella
Young, Picton. (Plot 626, R25S12)
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Thursday, February 11th, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – In Hillier Township, February 8th, 1932, Mrs. A. C. Alexander.
Funeral service at her late residence on Wednesday. Internment was made in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 424, R18S3)
Hillier
Sincere sympathy is extended to Mr. A. C. Alexander and family in the death of
Mrs. Alexander who passed to rest on Monday, February 8th. The funeral service was
held on Wednesday at 2.30 pm at her late residence. Internment was made in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 424, R18S3)
Consecon
Muh sympathy is extended to Mr. C. Alexander and family of Pleasant Bay in the
sad bereavement of a loving wife and mother who passed away at her home on February
8th. (Plot 424, R18S3)
Obituary
Mrs. Andrew C. Alexander
Death occurred Monday, February 8th at her home in Consecon, of Margaret
Matilda Bryden, beloved wife of Andrew C. Alexander, after an illness of some years’
duration. The late Mrs. Alexander was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William
Bryden and was born at Flinton, Ontario, 58 years ago. After her earlier years in Flinton,
she was a resident of Thurlow Township for some six years before removing to
Consecon, where she had resided for the immediate past nineteen years and associated
herself with the Consecon United Church. Left to mourn her are the husband, three sons
and five daughters: Wallace, Harry and Bryden, of Consecon; Mrs. Robert Brown,
Oshawa; Ruby, of Oxford, Michigan; Kathleen, nurse-in-training, Alexandra Hospital,
Montreal, and Marguerite and Marion at home; also a brother, John Bryden, Flinton,
Ontario, and a sister, Mrs. William Wager, of Saskatchewan. (Plot 424, R18S3)
Saturday, February 13th, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Pleasant Bay
This community was shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. A. C. Alexander. (Plot
424, R18S3)
Thursday, February 18th, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Herrington and Mr. Jack
MacDonald attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Alexander, Pleasant Bay. (Plot 424,
R18S3)
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Thursday, March 24th, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Elroy S. Palmer
Elroy S. Palmer passed away at Belleville Hospital on Friday, March 18th at the
age of 43 years. His death was unexpected and came as a great shock. He was born at
Hillier on September 29th, 1889, and resided there all his life until two years ago, when he
and his family moved to Belleville, where they have since resided. He was the son of S.
B. Palmer and Elda Leavens Palmer. His mother predeceased him fifteen years ago.
In April 1913, he married Edna Terry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Terry.
Besides his widow, he leaves to mourn his loss five sons: Harry, Ray, Ernest, Gordon and
Douglas Palmer of Belleville; one brother: Leonard Palmer of Sudbury and his father, S.
B. Palmer of Hillier.
He was a devoted husband, a loving father and a good neighbour, with always a
kind word for everyone. He was a member of the Anglican Church. The funeral service
was held at Christ Church, Hillier and was conducted by Rev. J. M. Brownlie of Christ
Church, Hillier, assisted by Rev. Wright of Belleville. Rev. Wright took as his text Psalm
90: 9, “We spend our years as a tale that is told.”
The hymns used were: “On the Resurrection Morning”, “Thy Will Be Done” and
“Peace, Perfect Peace”, with Mr. Fred Morton, organist. The pall bearers were: Messrs.
Frank Flindall, Thomas Smith, W. Huffman, Belleville; George McKay, Arnold Johnston
and Albert Weir, Hillier. Internment in Hillier Cemetery.
The floral tributes were beautiful. Among those who sent flowers were: Mr. and
Mrs. P. E. Terry of Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. King Terry of Hillier, Mr. and Mrs. Harold
Johnston of Hillier, Mrs. J. D. Campbell, Mr. S. B. Palmer, Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Leavens,
Mr. and Mrs. John Palmer, Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Palmer, Hillier; Mr. and Mrs. W. H.
Hughes, Kingston; Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Smith and family, Mrs. Albert Quincey and
family, Mrs. Hill and family, Mr. Shoener, Miss Fleming and Class, Belleville. (Plot
607A, R25S8)
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Tuesday, June 7th, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Anderson – In Hillier, on Friday, June 3rd, William Henry Anderson, aged 70
years. Funeral service at his late residence, Sunday, June 5th at 2 p.m. Internment in
Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 252, R11S11)
Obituary
W. H. Anderson passed on Friday
Life-long and highly respected of Hillier passes after lengthy illness.
On Friday afternoon, June 3rd, William Henry Anderson, a highly respected and
well known farmer of Hillier Township, passed away at his home on the Consecon Lake
Road, at Melville. Mr. Anderson had been failing for some time and had been seriously
ill.
Mr. Anderson was born in Hillier Township 70 years ago, being the son of the
late William Anderson and Aseneth Ackerman and has resided in that community all his
life. He was educated in the schools of the County and in early life took up farming,
which has been a successful occupation for him for many years. A man of kindly
disposition, a good neighbour, and a true friend, he will be missed in the community in
which he took an active interest although no identification with municipal or fraternal
affairs.
He was a member of the United Church and leaves to mourn his loss a wife,
formerly Helen Blakely, of Hallowell Township, two sisters: Mrs. James Morton of
Hillier and Mrs. May Wilkinson of Alberta, and one brother, Edward Anderson of
Alberta.
The funeral was held on Sunday from his home, internment taking place in the
cemetery in Hillier.
Mrs. Anderson is the well known poet and known to many Gazette readers as
H.B.A. To her and other bereaved ones the Gazette joins with many friends in extending
their sincere sympathy. (Plot 252, R11S11)
Thursday, June 9th, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The members of the Guild extend sympathy to Mrs. Anderson in her
bereavement.
Obituary
William Henry Anderson
There passed away at his late residence at Consecon Lake, a life-long resident of
Hillier in the person of William Henry Anderson. The deceased, who was the eldest son
of the late William Anderson and his wife Asenath Ackerman was born August 25th,
1861, at the Anderson homestead, South Lakeside, and throughout his life held no spot
on earth more fair than his native heath. He followed the occupation of farming until two
years ago when he was forced into a life of leisure by ill health. Possessing a keen sense
of humour and an optimistic outlook on life, he will be greatly missed by family and
friends. After several weeks of intense suffering from heart trouble and in spite of the
faithful ministrations of loved ones, he passed away peacefully into rest at eleven a.m. on
June 3rd, leaving behind him the comforting testimony that he had gone to “a fairer
country, that is, a heavenly one.”
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Surviving are his wife, who before marriage was Helen Blakely of Gilead, two
sisters: Mrs. James Morton, Consecon Lake and Mrs. (Rev.) J. N. Wilkinson of Calgary;
a brother, Edward A. Anderson of Kelsey, Alberta, and several nieces and nephews. A
brother, Robert H. Anderson, died several years ago.
The funeral service, which was largely attended, was conducted at the home on
Sunday, June 5th, Rev. Mr. Plant, officiating and paying a tribute of respect to the life and
character of the deceased and to his Christian faith. During the service, Mrs. Garfield
French and Mrs. George Valleau sang, “When the Roll is Called upYonder,” with Miss
Margaret Mitchell accompanist. “Rock of Ages” was sung and Rev. F. G. MacTavish of
Campbellford offered prayer, after which the funeral cortege proceeded to Hillier
Cemetery. The remains were laid in the family plot, the bearers being: William A.
Davern, Fred Morton, Gerald Fergueson, Frank Zufelt, Garfield French and Arthur
Kinnear.
Messages of sympathy were conveyed by Rev. Mr. Plant to the bereaved from
pastors attending the bay of Quinte Conference, Lindsay, including: Rev. H. Wilkinson,
Rev. Mr. Mutton, Rev. T. H. P. Anderson, Rev. E. H. Harston, Rev. F. G. MacTavish and
others. Among those present at the obsequies were friends from Picton, Wellington,
Belleville, Brighton, Bloomfield, Rednersville and other places. (Plot 252, R11S11)
Saturday, June 11th, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Gerow Gore
Much sympathy is extended to Mrs. H. B. Anderson of Melville in her recent
bereavement.
Wellington
Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. William Monaghan attended the
funeral of the late W. H. Anderson at Melville on Sunday.
Card of Thanks
Mrs. W. H. Anderson wishes to convey her sincere appreciation and gratitude to
friends and neighbours for their sympathy and kindness during the illness and death of
her husband, the late W. H. Anderson, and to all those who kindly sent flowers.
Obituary
William H. Anderson
Marking the esteem and affection in which the deceased was held throughout the
community, the funeral of the late William Henry Anderson held Sunday afternnon at his
late residence, Melville, was attended by a large number of friends and relatives from
Picton, Milford, South Bay, Smithfield, Rednersville and Belleville.
The funeral service was conducted by Rev. A. J. Plant, assisted by Rev. Mr.
MacTavish of Campbellford. Rev. Mr. Harstone of Oshawa, a former pastor of Mr.
Anderson’s, was unable to be present at the service, but had visited the bereaved on
Saturday evening. Rev. Mr. Plant preached an inspiring sermon in words of comfort and
consolation. During the service Mrs. Garfield French and Mrs. George Valleau sang very
pleasingly the hymns, “When the Roll is Called up Yonder,” and “Rock of Ages.”
Internment was made in the Hillier Cemetery, the pall bearers being: Messrs. Fred
Morton, Gerald Ferguson, William Davern, Frank Zufelt, Garfield French and Arthur
Kinnear. (Plot 252, R11S11)
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Tuesday, August 23rd, 1932 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mrs. Etta Speers
Mr. and Mrs. Garfield French attended the funeral of their cousin, the late Mrs.
Etta Speers, who died on Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. Leachman,
Belleville. The deceased was born in Melville 53 years ago, a daughter of the late
Seymour and Phoebe Stapleton. Mr. Monte Stapleton, Consecon and Mr. Harper
Stapleton, Picton, are brothers and Mrs. R. J. Young, Consecon, is a sister of the
deceased. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (No plot or tombstone information
available)
Thursday, February 2nd, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Births
Davern – At Prince Edward County Hospital, on January 30th, 1933, to Mr. and
Mrs. W. A. Davern, Wellington, a son. (Stillborn) (Plot 590, R24S6)
Thursday, March 30th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
The passing of Mrs. Flindall in Belleville removes an aged and highly respected
lady who for many years was a resident in Hillier. The funeral was held on Tuesday
afternoon at Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 411B, R17S11)
Deaths
Flindall – In Belleville on Sunday, March 26th, 1933, Esther Jane Babbit, widow
of George Albert Flindall in her 77th year. Funeral from the residence of her daughter,
Mrs. Fred Burley, 75 North Front Street, Belleville, Tuesday, March 28th to Hillier
Anglican Church. Internment in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 411B, R17S11)
Thursday, April 20th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Much sympathy is extended to Mrs. George Hubbs in the loss of a loving husband
who passed away at his home on Friday evening. (Plot 295, R13S13)
Deaths
Hubbs – At his home in Wellington on Friday, April 13th, 1933, George Hubbs in
his 71st year. Funeral at Christ Church, Hillier on Monday. Rev. J. M. Brownlie
officiating. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 295, R13S13)
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Thursday, May 18th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Funeral of James Morton
The funeral of James Morton, which was largely attended, was held at the family
residence, South Lakeside, on Saturday afternoon, with Rev. Mr. McRae in charge,
assisted by a former pastor, Rev. S. A. Plant of Bayside, who delivered a comforting and
inspiring message. The old familiar hymns “Abide with Me” and “Peace, Perfect Peace”
added to the impressiveness of the service. Following the service in the home, the funeral
cortege proceeded to Hillier Cemetery, the bearers being: Garratt Morton, Burton Fox,
Dr. Gerald Morton, Ralph Brown, S. Stewart and Milton Wood. The floral tributes were
beautiful and bore testimony to the high esteem in which the deceased was held.
Friends from a distance attending the obsequies included: Mr. and Mrs. R.
Browne, and Mrs. S. Stewart, Toronto; Mr. Garratt Morton, Tweed and Mrs. W. Morton
of Montreal; also relatives from Belleville, Picton, Wellington, Milford and South Bay.
(Plot 254, R11S12)
Wellington
Mr. and Mrs. Monaghan also attended the funeral of the late Mr. James Morton
on Saturday. (Plot 254, R11S12)
Thursday, May 18th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Much sympathy is extended to Mr. Joe Stuart and family in their bereavement.
(Plot 68, R3S19)
Deaths
Stuart – At her home in Wellington on Tuesday, May 16th, Margaret Stuart,
beloved wife of Joseph Stuart. (Plot 68, R3S19)
Thursday, May 25th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Card of Thanks
We wish to thank our friends and neighbours for their many acts of kindness
during the recent illness and death of our loved one; also for flowers and cars. Jos. G.
Stuart and family. (Plot 68, R3S19)
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Thursday, June 1st, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Gerald Herrington
Gerald Herrington, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Herrington, Consecon,
passed away Friday afternoon at the residence of his parents following nearly a year’s
illness. A year ago, the lad, who at the time of his death was approaching his 11th
birthday, had a leg amputated in the Belleville General Hospital, in hope that the
operation might remove the malady from which he was suffering. Gerald, before his
illness, was a scholar of the Consecon Consolidated School and a member of the United
Church in Consecon. He was most popular in his neighbourhood and during his year’s
illness, his little fellow-scholars made him a present of a canary and cage that he might
have a cheery companion constantly t his bedside.
Besides his parents surviving are two sisters, Miss Evelyn, a public school teacher
at Hillier and Helen at home. Remaining also are the four grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. I.
N. Herrington of Hillier and Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Alexander of Consecon.
The funeral took place Sunday afternoon with service in the United Church,
Consecon. The Rev. Mr. Swayne was in charge and internment was made in the Anglican
Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 71, R3S20)
Consecon
Much sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Herrington in the loss of
their son, Gerald, who passed away Friday, after a long illness. (Plot 71, R3S20)
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our sincere appreciation to neighbours and friends for their
many acts of kindness during the illness and death of our darling Gerald.
Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Herrington, Evelyn and Helen. (Plot 71, R3S20)
Deaths
Herrington – At Consecon, Friday, May 26th, 1933, Gerald Grant, beloved son of
Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Herrington, in his 11th year. Funeral service at Consecon United
Church, May 28th. Internment at Hillier cemetery. (Plot 71, R3S20)
1933
Deaths
Wannamaker – In Prince Edward County Hospital on Monday, October 16th,
1933, Iva Wannamaker in her third year, twin daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver
Wannamaker. Internment in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 264C, R12S3)
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Thursday, November 2nd, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mrs. James Palmer
A number of friends from this locality attended the funeral of the late Mrs. James
Palmer, which was held at Christ Church, Hillier on Monday afternoon, Rev. Mr.
Brownlie officiating. Mrs. Palmer, a highly respected resident of Hillier, passed away on
Friday, October 27th, following a lingering illness. Sympathy is extended to the bereaved
husband and family. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 331, R15S4)
Deaths
Palmer – At Hillier, October 27th, 1933, Mrs. James Palmer. Funeral service
October 30th in Christ Church, Hillier, Internment in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 331, R15S4)
Thursday, November 9th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. James Palmer
On Friday, October 27th, 1933, at the family residence, Hillier Township, there
passed into rest, a highly respected resident in the person of Mrs. James Palmer,
following a pro-longed illness. The late Mrs. Palmer, who before her marriage was Miss
Isabella Sparrow, a daughter of the late Robert Sparrow and his wife Elizabeth Jeffrey,
was born in Rawdon seventy-five years ago. In September, 1895, at Madoc Junction, she
became the wife of James Palmer and for the past thirty years has been a resident of
Prince Edward County. The deceased was a member of the Methodist Church and, when
health permitted, an interested member of the Women’s Missionary Society.
Beside her husband, she is survived by one son, James of Winnipeg who joined
the first contingent and served overseas throughout the Great War. Other surviving
relatives include a brother, Mr. Robert Sparrow of Tyendinaga and five step-children,
Mrs. Ed. Jeffrey of Oshawa, Mrs. Ray Pierson of Hillier, Mr. Clayton Palmer of
Consecon, and Mr. Earl Palmer and Mr. Kenneth Palmer of Wisconsin.
The funeral service, which was largely attended, was conducted in Christ Church,
Hillier, on Monday, October 30th, Rev. Mr. Brownlie officiating. The united choirs of
Christ Church and Melville United Church assisted in the service and sang “It Is Well
With My Soul.” The remains were laid to rest in Hillier Cemetery, the bearers being
William Bedell, Mar- ?, ?, Richard Haggarty, William Closson and ?
Among tributes there was a ? from the family, and beautiful sprays from Mrs. J.
French and Mr. and Mrs. W. Sparrow, Belleville; Mabel and Ethel Smith, Toronto; Mr.
and Mrs. W. Fitchett, Stirling; and Mrs. R. Sparrow and Mrs. Embury, Tyendinaga. (Plot
331, R15S4)
Melville
Mrs. James Palmer, an old resident of the 3rd Concession, Hillier, died suddenly
last Friday morning. The funeral and internment were held Monday at Christ Church,
Hillier. Rev. Brownlie officiated and Melville choir furnished music. (Plot 331, R15S4)
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Thursday, November 30th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mr. James Palmer
Melville friends were greatly shocked to hear Saturday that Mr. James Palmer, an
aged and highly respected resident of Hillier, was killed when his automobile skidded on
the icy road leading into Wellington, and took the ditch. Mrs. Clarence Spencer, who was
with him, received painful injuries and was taken to Prince Edward County Hospital. Mr.
Gilliam hardy and son Howard, other occupants of the car, escaped with minor injuries.
The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved family, now doubly bereaved
as Mrs. Palmer passed away a few weeks ago.
The funeral service was conducted in Christ Church, Hillier, on Monday
afternoon, Rev. Mr. Brownlie officiating, assisted by Mr. McRae. The deceased was
buried with Masonic rites, internment being made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 330, R15S4)
Deaths
Palmer – By accident near Wellington, Saturday, November 25th, 1933. James
Palmer of Hillier in his 83rd year. (Plot 330, R15S4)
Thursday, December 6th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
James M. Palmer
There passed away on Saturday, November 25th, a well known and much
esteemed gentleman in the person of James Mortimer Palmer, husband of the late Isabella
Sparrow, of Rawdon Township.
Mr. Palmer was the oldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Palmer of Madoc.
He was born in Madoc on July 6th, 1852. Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth
Morden, of Belleville, and one brother, Herbert Palmer of Madoc. He has lived in this
county thirty years. Two years were spent at Fairmount and twenty-eight years on the
third concession of Hillier. Mr. Palmer belonged to the Masonic Lodge, Star-in-the-East,
No. 64, Wellington, and Prince Edward Chapter R.A.M. No. 31, G.R.C., of Picton.
Mr. Palmer in his younger days was an active member of Melville Sunday
School. Of pleasing personality and overflowing with kindness, Mr. Palmer made many
friends who besides his relatives will deeply miss him. His surviving family are: Mrs.
Edward Jeffrey of Oshawa, Mrs. Rae Pierson of Hillier, Mr. Clayton Palmer of
Consecon, Mr. Kenneth Palmer of Wisconsin, Mr. Earl Palmer of Wisconsin, and Mr.
James Palmer of Winnipeg.
There was a Masonic funeral at his late residence at Hillier, followed by a service
at Christ Church, Hillier, where Rev. J. M. Brownlie preached a very comforting sermon.
[Editor’s note – unable to read portion of text] Rev. McRae, of Melville, assisted Mr.
Brownlie. The Masons officiated at the graveside. Internment was made in Hillier
Cemetery, the pall-bearers being: Messrs. Albert Weir, Harry Burris, Stinson Christie,
Walter Young, Hilton McCartney, and Thomas Boyle. The floral tributes were a Masonic
Emblem from Wellington Masonic Lodge, pillow from the family, spray from Mrs.
Elizabeth Morden, spray from Mr. and Mrs. W. Sparrow, Mr. and Mrs. R. Sparrow, and
Mrs. W. French. (Plot 330, R15S4)
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Friday, May 6th, 1904 (Picton Gazette)
Births
Jones – At “The Pines”, Hillier, on Tuesday, April 26th, 1904, to Mr. and Mrs.
Richard S. Jones, a daughter.
Thursday, December 28th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Richard Stanley Jones
At “The Pines”, Hillier, on December 23rd, at the age of 69 years, after three
weeks illness, there passed into rest Richard Stanley (Dick) Jones, eldest son of the late
James Jones and Sarah Matilda Babbit Jones, a highly respected and lifelong resident of
the Township of Hillier.
Left to mourn are his wife, Sarah Deans, formerly of Trenton, a daughter, Mrs.
Allan Goodmurphy of Consecon, three brothers: Alexander (Sandy) of Trenton; Francis
of Wellington, and Arnold of Blaine Lake, Saskatchewan; also three sisters: Mrs.
William Foster (Miriam) of Wellington, Mrs. Angela Post of Toronto and Mrs. Edward
Osborne (Rowena) of Dauphin, Manitoba.
The rector, Rev. J. M. Brownlie, conducted the impressive burial service in Christ
Church, Hillier, and Consecon Lodge A. F. & A. M. performed the last rites at the
graveside.
The high esteem in which this man of sterling worth was held was shown by the
beautiful flowers and other expressions of regret which were received.
A kindly neighbour, a jovial friend – beloved by all. (Plot 224, R10S14)
Wellington
The sympathy of the community is extended to Mrs. W. A. Foster in the loss of
her brother, Mr. Richard Jones of Consecon. (Plot 224, R10S14)
Deaths
Jones – At his home, Consecon, South Lakeside, Saturday, December 23rd, 1933,
Richard S. Jones, 69 years of age. Funeral service in Christ Church, Hillier, December
26th. Internment Hillier cemetery. (Plot 224, R10S14)
Thursday, April 12th, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
The sale of farm stock, implements and grain at the home of the late Richard
Jones on Friday was attended by a large crowd. Horses especially brought good prices.
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Thursday, December 28th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. William McQuinn
Mrs. William H. McQuinn passed to her rest at her home in Hillier on Saturday,
December 9th, at the age of 76 years. She was the daughter of the late Harvey Terry and
his wife, Agnes Sckecal. She resided in Hillier all her life. She leaves to mourn her loss
her husband, two sisters: Mrs. Fred Thorn of Vancouver and Ellen Terry of Hillier; two
brothers: William Terry of Hillier [sic]; two sisters, Mrs. A. Titus, Mrs. W. Robbins, and
one brother, Philip A. Terry, of Detroit, predeceased her.
The funeral service was held in Christ Church, Hillier, on Tuesday, December
th
12 , with Rev. Brownlie conducting the service. The hymns used were: “Rock of Ages”,
“On the Resurrection Morning”, and “Peace, Perfect Peace”, with Mr. Fred Morton,
organist. The pall bearers were nephews of the deceased and were: Messrs. King Terry,
Garfield Terry, Harold Johnston, Harry Palmer, Ray Palmer and Ernest Palmer. The
floral tributes were lovely. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 201F, R9S14)
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Thursday, January 11th, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Lardie – In Picton, Tuesday, January 9th, 1934, Mrs. Jack Lardie of Hillier, aged
30 years. [sic] (Plot 521D, R21S7)
January 18th, 1934 (Picton Times)
Obituary
Mrs. Jack Lardie
Suddenly stricken December 30th, Mrs. Jack Lardie was taken to Prince Edward
County Hospital where she passed away January 10th.
Mrs. Lardie was born at Hillier 31 years ago, the daughter of J. W. Smith and the
late Mrs. Smith. She spent all of her life in that township with the exception of two years
in Grimsby. She was a member of Christ Church, Hillier.
She leaves her father and stepmother, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, her husband Jack, her
grandfather, David Bovay of Wellington, two children, Lyle and Shirley; two sisters:
Mrs. Jack Taylor [Mary Jane Smith – editor’s note] of Hillier and Miss Daisy Smith of
Ottawa, Harry and Carl of Picton, two half brothers: Vernon and Kenneth and a halfsister, Helen Smith.
The funeral was conducted at the residence of her father at Hillier on Friday
afternoon by Rev. J. M. Brownlie. Many relatives and friends gathered to pay their last
respects. Pall bearers were Mr. McLeod, Walter Nind, A. McLeod, Hermon Hegadorn,
Arthur Burris and Fred Clarke. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 521D,
R21S7)
Hillier
At the Picton hospital, early Wednesday morning, January 10th, Mrs. Jack Lardie
passed away at the early age of 31 years. She is survived by her husband, two small
children, her father, Mr. J. W. Smith, two sisters, and three brothers, all of whom have the
sympathy of the community. A short funeral service was held at her father’s house on
Friday by the Rev. J. M. Brownlie of Wellington. Followed by a large number of friends
and neighbours, the remains were taken to Christ Church. An impressive service was held
in the church and at the grave by Mr. Brownlie. (Plot 521D, R21S7)
Deaths
Lardie – In Prince Edward County Hospital, January 10th, 1934, Kathleen Louise
Smith, wife of Jack Lardie, aged 31 years. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery.
(Plot 521D, R21S7)
Thursday, January 18th, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Village
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. Jack Lardie and children in the loss of a
loving wife and mother and to Mr. J. W. Smith and family in the loss of their daughter
and sister. (Plot 521D, R21S7)
Deaths
Lardie – In Prince Edward County Hospital on Wednesday, January 10th, 1934,
Kathleen Louise Smith, wife of Jack Lardie, aged 31 years. Funeral from her father’s
residence, Mr. J. W. Smith, Hillier, on Friday, January, 12th, 1934 at 2.00 p.m. Interment
made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 521D, R21S7)
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Card of Thanks
Mr. Jack Lardie, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smith, brothers and sisters wish to extend
their heartfelt thanks to neighbours and friends for their expressions of sympathy and
floral tributes; also use of cars extended them during their recent sad bereavement. (Plot
521D, R21S7)
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Thursday, January 18th, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Joseph Graham Stuart
Joseph Stuart died Thursday, January 9th, after a short illness at the age of 86
years. He was one of a family of seven who came to Canada in 1857. He was a life
member of Star-in-the-East Lodge No. 164, A. F. & A. M. In religion he was an
Anglican.
In 1881 he married Margaret Macpherson of Wyoming, who predeceased him last
May. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Morgan of Missouri, and a brother, Robert at
Newberry, Michigan; also three daughters: Mrs. Jonathan Hutchinson, Ethel and Martha
and a son, Homer Stuart at home and a son, Earl Stuart in Birmingham, Alabama. Alex
Stuart, his younger son was killed in action at Hill 70, August 1917.
The funeral service was held at St. Andrew’s Church, Wellington, on Thursday
afternoon, the rector, Rev. J. M. Brownlie, officiating. Internment was in Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier, under the auspices of the Masonic Order. Pall bearers were: Stinson
Christy, Thomas Boyle, Boyce Wiltse, Harry Jolley, J. L Ross and Harold Nash. (Plot
68A, R3S19)
Thursday, January 18th, 1934 (Picton Times)
Wellington
Death claimed one of the oldest residents on Tuesday evening, January 9th in the
person of Mr. Joseph Graham Stuart, after only a short illness. Mr. Stuart suffered a
severe heart attack on Monday evening and on Tuesday evening passed away without
severe suffering. He had nearly attained his 87th birthday and had always enjoyed
comparatively good health, although the last two winters he had been compelled through
feebleness to remain most of the time indoors. Mr. Stuart was a native of Ireland, having
come to this country with his mother and seven brothers and sisters when ten years old.
The deceased was a life member of the Star-in-the-East Lodge A.F. & A.M. No. 164 and
a member of I.O.O.F. order. His wife, Margaret McPherson Smith, predeceased him
about seven months ago. Those who survive are: three daughters: Mrs. John Hutchinson,
the Misses Ethel and Martha Stuart, and two sons: Earl of Birmingham, Alabama, and
Mr. Homer Stuart of Wellington. The youngest son, Alex, paid the supreme sacrifice in
the last war. A younger brother, Mr. Robert Stuart lives in Michigan and a sister, Mrs.
Morgan, in Kansas City.
The funeral service was held at the Anglican Church on Thursday afternoon, Rev.
Mr. Brownlie conducted the service and spoke from the words “I am the resurrection and
the life, he that believeth in me shall never die.” The hymns sung were: “Perfect Peace”
and “A few more years shall roll.”
The floral offerings were the A.F. & A.M. emblems, I.O.O.F. emblem, and
beautiful sprays from family and friends. The bearers were: J. L. Ross, H. Nash, T.
Boyle, B. Wiltse, H. Jolley, and S. Christy.
The remains were taken to the Anglican Cemetery at Hillier for committal.
(Plot 68A, R3S19)
Deaths
Stuart – At Wellington, Tuesday, January 9th, 1934, Joseph Stuart. Funeral service
in St. Andrew’s Church. Internment in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 68A, R3S19)
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Thursday, February 22nd, 1934 (Picton Times)
Obituary
Gilbert Palmer Johnson
One of Consecon’s highly respected residents, in the person of Gilbert Palmer
Johnson, passed away following a short illness on Sunday, February 18th, in his 76th year.
He was a blacksmith by trade, following this occupation in Consecon for 52 years. He
retired four years ago on account of ill health. He is survived by his wife, one son
residing in Manitoba; and one daughter, Mrs. Taylor of Consecon. One brother
predeceased him two months ago.
The funeral was held on Wednesday, February 21st, from his late residence, Main
Street, Consecon. Internment was made in Wellington Cemetery [sic]. (Plot 119, R5S10)
Deaths
Johnson – At Consecon, February 18th, 1934, Gilbert Palmer Johnson, in his 76th
year. Internment made in Wellington Cemetery. (Plot 119, R5S10)
Thursday, February 22nd, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Gilbert T. Johnson [sic]
An aged and respected resident of Consecon passed away Sunday at his late
residence following an illness of sometime’s duration, in the person of Gilbert T. Johnson
[sic]. Born in the community 75 years ago, the son of the late Elisha and Rachael
Johnson, he had lived at Consecon all his life, save for two years spent in the Canadian
West. Mr. Johnson was a member of the Anglican Church, and a man most favourably
known throughout the district. He is survived by his widow, a daughter: Mrs. Roy Taylor,
of this village, and a son, Harry, C. P. R. agent at Austin, Manitoba. On news of the
serious condition of his father, Mr. Johnson left for the home here, but did not arrive to
see him before he passed away. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon. Service
was conducted at 2 o’clock in the home by the Rev. Mr. Strothers, and the remains were
placed in the Wellington Cemetery vault. (Plot 119, R5S10)
Deaths
Johnson – At Consecon on Sunday, February 18th, 1934, Gilbert T. Johnson [sic],
aged 75 years. Internment was made in the Wellington vault. (Plot 119, R5S10)
Thursday, March 1st, 1934 (Picton Times)
Consecon Road
A few from this road attended the funeral of the late Gilbert Johnson at Consecon
on Wednesday. (Plot 119, R5S10)
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Thursday, May 3rd, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Gilbert Palmer Johnson
The remains of the late Gilbert Palmer Johnson were removed from the
Wellington vault on Thursday afternoon and laid to rest in Christ’s Church [sic]
Cemetery, Hillier. Rev. A Strother of Carrying Place conducted the prayer service at the
grave and the pall bearers at the time of the funeral: Messrs. J. Thompson, F. Clark, S.
Weeks, W. James, J. MacDonald and L. Puttan, again carried the remains to their last
resting place. (Plot 119, R5S10)
Thursday, April 5th, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Flindall – At Belleville Hospital, April 1st, 1934, Roscoe, son of Mr. and Mrs.
Wm. Flindall, aged 10 years. Internment in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier, April 3rd.
(Plot 412, R17S11)
Thursday, November 15th, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Simonds – At Consecon, Saturday, November 10th, 1934, Philip N. Simonds, aged
80 years. Internment was made in Hillier Anglican Cemetery. (Plot 361, R16S1)
Thursday, April 18th, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Peter Allan Tripp
The death occurred at the home of his son, Charles D. Tripp, 17 Geddes Street,
Belleville, on Sunday of Peter Allan Tripp, after a brief illness. Born in Tyendinaga
Township 79 years ago, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Tripp. Surviving are
three daughters: Mrs. Richie Thompson, Belleville; Mrs. H. Libert, Wadsworth, Ohio;
Mrs. S. L. May, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; one son: Mr. Charles D. Tripp, Belleville; five
brothers: Mr. William Tripp, Frankford; Mr. John Tripp, Trenton; Mr. Israel Tripp,
Wellington; Mr. Issac Tripp, Bloomfield, and Mr. George Tripp, Watertown, New York.
His wife passed away about four years ago.
The funeral was held on Tuesday with internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot
464A, R19S3)
Deaths
Tripp – In Belleville, April 14th, 1935, Peter Allan Tripp, aged 79 years.
Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 464A, R19S3)
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Thursday, April 27th, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mary Etta VanDusen
Mary Etta Herrington, wife of the late J. A. VanDusen, passed to her rest in
Hillier on Sunday, April 21st, 1935. Mrs. VanDusen was born on the Carrying Place Road
above Consecon seventy-five years ago. She had lived in Consecon, Wellington and
Picton, before moving to her late residence at Pleasant Bay.
She leaves to mourn, three sisters: Mrs. D. W. Clark of New York, Mrs. F. A.
Rolston of Owen Sound, and Miss A. F. Herrington of Picton, and one brother: Edward
Herrington of Picton.
The funeral service was held at her late residence on Tuesday, April 23rd, Rev.
Strother officiating. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. The
pallbearers were: C. Sayder, B. Weeks, M. Arthur, V. Smith, E. Pierson, and F. Taylor.
(Plot 31B, R2S15)
Deaths
Vandusen – In Hillier, Sunday, April 21st, 1935, Mary Etta Herrington, wife of the
late J. A. VanDusen, in her 75th year. Funeral service at her late residence, Pleasant Bay,
Tuesday, April 23rd. Internment in Christ Church cemetery. (Plot 31B, R2S15)
Saturday, June 22nd, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Mary Wannamaker
Mrs. Mary (Soanes) Wannamaker, wife of Jacob Wannamaker, passed away on
Tuesday, June 18th, at the residence of her son, Morley Wannamaker, at Pleasant Bay.
She had been ill for about a week. The late Mrs. Wannamaker, who was in her 85th year,
was born at Madoc, her parents being the late Mr. and Mrs. John Soanes. She was highly
esteemed by all who knew her.
Surviving her are her husband, Jacob Wannamaker, two daughters: Mrs. Robert
VanDusen, Wellington; Mrs. Kenneth Craig, South Bay, Ontario; four sons: William
Wannamaker of New Liskeard, Ontario; Oliver Wannamaker of Hillier; Charles
Wannamaker, New Liskeard, Ontario, and Morley Wannamaker, Hillier; also one
brother: James Soanes in Saskatchewan. (Plot 402B, R17S7)
Deaths
Wannamaker – At Consecon, on June 18th, 1935, Mary, wife of Jacob
Wannamaker, in her 65th year. Funeral from the residence of her son, Morley
Wannamaker, North Pleasant Bay Road, on Thursday, June 20th. Internment in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 402B, R17S7)
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Thursday, December 24th, 1914 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Treasurer Resigns
After a service of 25 years as Treasurer of the Municiplaity of the Township of
Hillier, Mr. L. P. Hubbs has recently resigned. During this long term of office Mr. Hubbs
has performed the duties thereto in an exceptionally able manner. He was very accurate
and painstacking and the soul of honour. The accounts were kept absolutely accurate and
in every way he was a model public officer. In his resignation the Township loses a
valuable officer.
Wednesday, June 26th, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Late L. P. Hubbs
The death of Mr. L. P. Hubbs, a former highly esteemed resident of Hillier,
occurred at his home in Black River on Sunday, June 23rd, following a long illness. The
deceased for many years efficiently filled the office of Township Treasurer. Surviving are
his widow (nee Prudence Nethery), a son, Ernest Hubbs, and a daughter, Miss M. B.
Hubbs, R.N., both at home.
The funeral service was conducted Tuesday afternoon in Hillier Anglican Church,
with internment in the local cemetery. (Plot 592, R22S11)
Deaths
Hubbs – In South Marysburg, Sunday, June 23rd, 1935, Louis Phillip Hubbs.
Funeral service at Christ Church, Hillier, Tuesday, June 25th. Internment in Hillier
cemetery. (Plot 592, R22S11)
Wednesday, August 21st, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Young – At Belleville General Hospital, on Saturday, August 17th, 1935, Robert
Stirling Young, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley H. Young, Rossmore, aged 5 months, 3
days. Funeral from the Martin Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon, August 18th.
Internment at Hillier cemetery. (Plot 10, R1S6)
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Wednesday, August 21st, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Injuries Sustained in Stopping Runaway Are Fatal to Hillier Youth
Elmer Smith Dies in Hospital – Dragged By Horses, He Suffers Severe Injuries –
Father Escapes – Funeral This Afternoon.
Wellington. For the second time within the year, Death stalked on the trail of
Youth when Elmer Smith, twenty-three year old son of Wesley Smith, farmer living near
Hillier, died in Prince Edward County Hospital from frightful injuries received when he
attempted to stop the flight of a running team of horses.
Smith suffered a fractured thigh, broken arm and fractured skull, severe body
lacerations and internal injuries. He lapsed into a coma shortly after being removed from
the scene of the accident from which he never emerged. He died in hospital at 5.30
Tuesday morning. The accident occurred early Saturday afternoon.
Wesley Smith, father of the dead youth, who was also injured when thrown from
the wagon, tells a graphic story of the accident.
“We had finished threshing,” he said “and had decided to go for a load of millet.
We drove the wagon to a spot where the rack ladders lay. Elmer jumped off the wagon
and handed me one of the ladders. The horses were of a very spirited nature and had
attempted to run away several times previously. Elmer had probably saved me from
severe injuries several times before when he jumped at their heads, and stopped them
before they could get away.”
“I held the reins tightly in my hands. The boy handed the ladder up to me and one
of the horses got fidgety and started to jump and prance. I drew the reins tight and was
giving all my attention to the horses when, something struck me a hard blow on the back
of my head. It must have been the rack ladder. I was knocked to the ground, but retained
my hold of the reins.”
“The horses reared, plunged and started to run. They dragged me several yards
over the rough stubble, tearing the skin from my arms and bruising my hip and leg. Elmer
jumped for the horses’ heads. In the meantime, I was endeavouring to pull on the reins.
Suddenly, the right rein snapped, bringing the horses around sharply to the left. Elmer
was caught between their heads, and his arm must have been caught in some part of the
harness. Across the field the team ran, their hoofs striking and wounding the boy’s body
at every jump. He finally dropped from his position and slumped in a heap, face
downwards on the stubble. I reached him as quickly as I could. I made a motion to turn
him over.” “Don’t Dad,” he said, “My leg is broken.”
“His sister had arrived by this time, and we turned him over as gently as we
could.” “My arm is gone too,” he told us. “We rushed for help. Mr. Sherman came over
to aid us and, in a few minutes, Dr. Sarles of Wellington arrived on the scene. They
rushed him to the hospital where everything possible was done in an effort to save his
life, but I guess it was too late.”
Mr. Smith spoke in glowing terms of the treatment accorded to his son at the
County Hospital. “They were wonderful,” he said, “the hospital was practically thrown
open to us and everything we wanted was procured. I cannot say too much for Dr.’s
Gerald Allison and Sarles. These men stayed with my boy constantly and, if it were
humanly possible to have saved his life, it would have been done.”
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The deceased leaves two brothers: Harry and Carl Smith, two sisters: Mrs. John
Taylor of Hillier and Miss Daisy Smith of Ottawa, father and stepmother to mourn his
passing.
He was a fine type of youth, hard working, faithful and loyal to his parents. He
will be greatly missed in the community.
The funeral takes place this afternoon. (Plot 521E, R21S7)
Deaths
Smith – In Prince Edward County Hospital on Tuesday, August 20th, 1935, Elmer
Douglas Smith, in his 24th year. Funeral service at Christ Church, Hillier, Wednesday,
August 21st, at 3 p.m. Internment in Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot 521E, R21S7)
Wednesday, August 28th, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Elmer Douglas Smith
There was a large concourse of relatives and friends present at Christ Church,
Hillier, on Wednesday, August 21st, for the funeral of Elmer Douglas Smith of Hillier,
whose death occurred at Prince Edward County Hospital the previous day, the result of
wounds received when he attempted to stop a team of runaway horses, and to save his
father’s life. Rev. J. M. Brownlie of Wellington conducted the funeral service, paying a
tribute of high praise to the lad for his cheerful and hopeful life as well as his heroic
death. Pall bearers were: Messrs. Norman Foster, Sherman Foster, Grover Smith, Donald
Alexander, Robert Alexander, and William Lathrope. Internment was made in Christ
Church Cemetery.
Elmer Douglas Smith, who was in his 23rd year, was born at Hillier, July 16th,
1912, a son of Wesley Smith and the late Mrs. Smith of Hillier. He had resided all his life
in Hillier, where he was employed with his father on the farm.
Left to mourn his sudden and tragic passing are his father, step-mother, two
brothers: Carl Smith of Picton and Harry Smith of Hamilton; and two sisters: Mrs. John
Taylor Jr. of Hillier, and Miss Daisy Smith of Ottawa. Three young half-brothers and a
half-sister also survive.
Elmer was of a quiet disposition, very cheerful and always ready to lend a helping
hand. His passing leaves a deep regret in the hearts of his family and a wide circle of
friends, both young and old. (Plot 521E, R21S7)
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Wednesday, October 30th, 1935 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
James Henry Chase
After a lingering illness, James Henry Chase passed away in Prince Edward
County Hospital on Thursday, October 24th.
The late Mr. Chase was born in Ameliasburg Township 65 years ago. He had
always resided in Prince Edward County and for the past 3o years had lived at Melville.
He has always been engaged in farming and being a great lover of horses, has owned and
cared for many of these fine animals.
He was a member of Melville United Church and in politics a Liberal. Mr. Chase
was a descendent of the United Empire Loyalists who came to this county in the
eighteenth century.
Surviving are his widow, formerly Alice McVeen, who was born near Picton, and
three sons: Sherman Chase, Consecon; Percy Chase, Melville; Harry Chase, Trenton;
three daughters: Mrs. Arthur Hough, Codrington; Mrs. Arthur Rogers, Frankford and
Miss Annie Chase of Toronto.
The funeral was held at Melville United Church on Saturday, October 26th at 2
p.m. A short service was held at the home of Mr. Sherman Chase at 1.30 p.m. The Rev.
McRae of Belleville was in charge of the service. Pall bearers were: Messrs. Garfield
French, D’Arcy Young, Stewart Kinnear, Thomas Kinnear, Frank Zufelt and Clayton
Palmer, all residents of Melville. (Plot 421A, R 18S2)
Deaths
Chase – In Picton, on Thursday, October 24th, 1935, James H. Chase in his 65th
year. Funeral service in Melville United Church on Saturday, October 26th at 2.30 p.m.
Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 421A, R18S2)
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Wednesday, January 29th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Janet Grant
Wellington. – There passed to her rest on Tuesday, January 21st, after a short
illness at her home near Hillier, Mrs. Janet Grant, widow of the late Richard Grant.
This charming lady, admired by a vast number of this community, was born near
Kingston, Ontario, on July 4th, 1848. On her marriage in 1867 she came to reside in
Hillier, where she spent her long life. Fifty-six years of wedded life were spent in mutual
help and comfort until death separated them a few years ago. The late Mr. Grant attained
the grand old age of 92 years.
Eight sons and one daughter were born of the union. Five sons and one daughter
predeceased Mrs. Grant. Those remaining are: William of Peace River, Alberta; Kenneth
of Tacoma, Washington, and Charles of Hillier.
Her maiden name was Janet Tulloch, daughter of the late William and Mary
Tulloch, who came from Glasgow, Scotland in about 1828 and took up farming in
Hastings County. They had twelve children, of whom Mrs. Grant was the ninth.
The late deceased spent a very active and useful life until Christmas Day of last
year, when a sudden seizure compelled her to relinquish her activities and seek her
physician’s care. At the age of 79 years, she made a journey to Wembley, Alberta, where
she visited her son William and remained there some time afterwards.
Her passing removes a lovely personage, whose loss will be keenly felt. She was
an inspiration to all who knew her, an example of courage in adversity and a living faith
in her God, which was a comfort in her last hours.
“May she rest in peace, and light perpetual shine upon her.”
Funeral services were held from her late home Friday afternoon to Christ
Church, Hillier, with Rev. J. M. Brownlie officiating. Internment was made in Christ
Church Cemetery. (Plot 26, R3S16)
Hillier Village
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Grant and family; also
relatives of the late Mrs. Janet Grant in the loss of a loving mother.
Deaths
Grant – At Hillier, Tuesday, January 21st, 1936, Mrs. Janet Grant, aged 88 years.
Funeral service at Christ Church, Hillier, January 24th. Internment at Hillier. (Plot 26,
R3S16)
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Wednesday, February 5th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Thomas Holmes
After several years of ill health, Thomas Holmes passed away at his home in
Hillier village on Wednesday of last week. He suffered a stroke on Wednesday and
passed away in a few hours.
The late Mr. Holmes was born in Ireland 63 years ago and came to this country at
an early age. For a number of years he was a very successful farmer in Hillier, but was
forced to retire some years ago on account of failing health.
The deceased had always enjoyed the high esteem and respect of the whole
neighbourhood, who mourn his passing, which came as a shock to all.
He leaves to mourn his passing two sisters: Mrs. John McLean of Consecon and
Miss Margaret Holmes of Hillier, and one brother: Joseph Holmes of Hillier. The funeral
was held on Saturday from his late residence, his pastor, Rev. S. M. Scott of St.
Andrew’s, Picton, conducting the service. Pall-bearers were: Messrs. M. McFaul, R. P.
Wilson, A. H. Lloyd, Ed. Alexander, J. M. Rupert and T. H. Burris. Internment was made
in Hillier Cemetery.
Attending the obsequites from a distance were: Miss Margaret McLean of Ottawa,
R. McLean of Hamilton and Mr. and Mrs. E. McLean and daughter of Toronto. (Plot 405,
R17S8)
Hillier Village
Late Thomas Holmes
Deepest sympathy is extended to Miss M. Holmes, Mr. Joseph Holmes and Mrs.
John McLean of Consecon in the loss of a loving brother. The late Mr. Thomas Holmes,
who had been in failing health for a few years was stricken with a stroke on Wednesday
afternoon and passed away in a few hours. The funeral service was on Saturday in his late
residence in the village. Internment was made in Hillier, Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot
405, R17S8)
Deaths
Holmes – In Hillier, January 29th, 1936, Thomas Holmes, aged 63 years. Funeral
service at his late residence, February 1st. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot
405, R17S8)
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Friday, February, 21st, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
George Bell
George Bell passed away at the family residence, 254 Ann Street, Belleville,
Tuesday morning. He had been in failing health for some time.
The late Mr. Bell was born in Hillier 76 years ago, his parents being the late Mr.
and Mrs. David Bell. For many years he was engaged in farming and retired four years
ago. For a short time he resided at Picton, later going to make his home in Belleville. By
all who knew him, Mr. Bell was most highly esteemed.
Surviving to mourn his death are the widow, whose maiden name was Miss
Mabel Leavens, one son: Mr. John A. Bell, Toronto; and one sister, Mrs. Clayton
Pettingill, Wellington. (Plot 376, R16S8)
Deaths
Bell – In Belleville, Tuesday, February 18th, 1936, George Bell, aged 76 years.
Funeral at his late residence, 254 Ann Street, on Thursday afternoon, February 20th.
Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 376, R16S8)
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Wednesday, May 13th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Thomas J. Alexander
Suddenly stricken with a heart attack on Friday, May 8th, Thomas J. Alexander,
prominent Hillier farmer, passed away at his home. His health had not been good for
some years.
Born in Hungerford Township 70 years ago, Thomas Alexander was a son of the
late Mr. and Mrs. William Alexander. The past 28 years, he had been a resident of
Hillier, where he was well known as a successful pioneer and a good neighbour. Mr.
Alexander was affiliated with the United Church, taking part in its activities. He was also
a member of Allisonville L.O.L. and Thomasburg I.O.O.F.
He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Sarah Henderson of Lime Lake; one
son: William Alexander at home; three daughters: Mrs. Herb Johnson of Bowerman’s;
Mrs. Ross Brown of Toronto, and Mrs. Robert Wood of Hillier; two brothers: E. E.
Alexander, Hillier and A. C. Alexander of Consecon, and two sisters: Mrs. John Boldrick
and Mrs. James Harrison.
The funeral services were held at the home on Sunday. (Plot 587C, R24S2)
Oddfellows Conduct Thomas Alexander Funeral
Wellington. – With a large representation of the Thomasburg, Ontario Lodge
I.O.O.F. present, which conducted fraternal funeral rites of which he was a highly
esteemed member, and members of Allisonville Lodge L.O.L., together with Wellington
representatives of both societies in attendance at the funeral of the late Thomas
Alexander, Hillier farmer, who died on May 8th after a lingering illness, Rev. Mr.
McCrae, pastor of Melville United Church officiated at the late residence on the Third
Concession, Hillier, on Sunday. An official of the Thomasburg Lodge, in keeping with
I.O.O.F. funeral rites, delivered a funeral oration during the service at the house.
Surviving are: two brothers, Edward of Hillier and Andrew of Pleasant Bay, two
sisters, Mrs. Boldrick of Latta, Ontario, Mrs. W. J. Harrison of Plainfield, Ontario, one
son, William of Hillier and three daughters, Mrs. Brown of Toronto, Mrs. Herbert
Johnson of Bowerman’s and Mrs. Robert Wood of Hillier. Internment was made in Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 587C, R24S2)
Deaths
Alexander – In Hillier, on Friday May 8th, 1936, Thomas Henry Alexander, aged
70 years, 4 months, 5 days. Funeral service at his late residence, 3rd Concession, Hillier,
on Sunday, May 10th at 2.00 pm. Internment at Christ Church cemetery. (Plot 587C,
R24S2)
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Wednesday, September 16th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Hillier Mourns Mrs. J. Buchanan
Residents of Hillier and vicinity were profoundly shocked on September 5th, when
they learned of the death in Picton Hospital, following an illness of two weeks, of Mrs.
Jack Buchanan, an esteemed resident of the village.
The late Mrs. Buchanan, who was thirty-four years of age, leaves four small
children and her husband to mourn the passing of a loving wife and mother. The sincere
sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved relatives.
A member of the Friends Church, she evinced an intense interest in her church
and its organizations.
The funeral was held from the late residence near Hillier on Monday, September,
th
7 , with the Rev. Harry parry conducting services at the home and at Hillier Cemetery,
where internment was made. Numerous floral tributes testified to the esteem in which the
deceased was held.
The pallbearers were: Dick Dunn, George Benway, Oliver Wannamaker, Robert
VanDusen, Allan Davis and Warner Wood. Flowers received were: wreath, mother,
husband and family, sprays: Mrs. George Baitley, Mrs. Harry Pettingill, neighbours,
Gilbert and Rachel Lott, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Fritz, Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Leavens, Mr. and
Mrs. William Robert, basket: Mr. and Mrs. Warner Wood. (Plot 324B, R14S3)
Deaths
Buchanan – In Prince Edward County Hospital, September 5th, 1936, Mrs. Jack
Buchanan, Hillier, aged 35 years. Funeral service at her late residence, near Hillier, on
September 7th. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 324B, R14S3)
Friday, November 20th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Melville friends extend sympathy to Mr. Richard Haggarty and family in the loss
of a loving father. (Plot 328, R15S3)
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Friday, November 27th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Newton Herrington
Newton Herrington of Consecon passed away early Monday morning, November
16th, at the home of his son, Stanley Herrington. Born of U. E. Loyalist stock, the
deceased has spent most of his life in Prince Edward County. He has been in failing
health for the past year, and unable to work his farm.
Besides his sorrowing wife, he is survived by his son, Stanley Herrington, and
daughter, Mrs. Karl Woof, both of Consecon; his sister, Mrs. R. McMahon of Oshawa,
and a brother, Stillman Herrington of Hamilton.
The funeral service, held in Consecon United Church, November 18th, was
conducted by Rev. H. Saunders. Internment took place in Hillier Cemetery. The bearers
were: Messrs. Charles Phillips, Leonard Phillips, Orman Clarke, Lisle Clarke, of
Consecon, and Harry Phillips and Dorland Phillips of Hamilton. (Plot 440A, R18S15)
Deaths
Herrington – In Consecon, November 16th, 1936, Issac Newton Herrington in his
th
77 year. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 440A, R18S15)
Friday, November 27th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Joseph H. Grant
There passed away in Kingston on November 20th, in his 59th year, Joseph H.
Grant. The funeral service was held in Christ Church, Hillier, on Sunday, November 22nd,
where an impressive service was conducted by the rector, Rev. J. M. Brownlie, to a large
gathering of friends and relatives. He leaves to mourn his loss, one brother, Frank of
Chicago, and two sisters, Mrs. Thomas Alexander of Consecon, and Mrs. Allen Haight of
Wellington. (Plot 65C, R3S17)
Deaths
Grant – In Kingston, November 20th, 1936, Joseph H. Grant, in his 59th year.
Funeral service at Christ Church, Hillier on November 22nd. (Plot 65C, R3S17)
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Friday, December 11th, 1936 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. W. B. Sexsmith
The death occurred at Wellington on Thursday, December 3rd, of Mrs. W. Burley
Sexsmith in her 49th year.
The deceased, who was highly respected in the community in which she lived,
was the former Evalo Baker. She leaves to mourn her loss, besides her sorrowing
husband, four daughters: Mrs. William LaBelle of Trenton, Ethel, Elva and Gladys; and
three sons: Flyod, Melvin and Stanley, all at home; two brothers: Messrs. Irwin and Earle
Baker of Rochester, New York; one sister: Mrs. William Quinton of New Liskeard; two
half-brothers in Rochester, New York and one half-sister at Colborne.
The funeral service was conducted on Saturday, December 5th, in Rose Hall
Church, with the pastor, Rev. J. G. McKee, officiating. During the service the Rose hall
choir sang: “There is no night there.” Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery.
Friends from a distance were: Mrs. Wright, Mrs. Coon and daughter, and Mrs.
McCaskey of Trenton. Flowers included sprays from her brother Irwin and Earle, a
wreath from Albert, a spray from the Wellington Consolidated School, and a spray from
Mr. and Mrs. Alex Monaghan.
Pallbearers were: Thomas Fillingham, Fred McNair, Benjamin Bishop, Kenneth
Conley, Monte Kellar and Fred Wight. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Deaths
Sexsmith – In Wellington, December 3rd, 1936, Evalo Baker, wife of W. Burley
Sexsmith, in her 49th year. Funeral service in Rosehall Church. Internment was made in
Hillier Cemetery. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Friday, January 8th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Burley Sexsmith
After an illness of nine days from pneumonia, Evelo Esther Baker, wife of Burley
Sexsmith, passed away at her home at Rose Hall on Thursday, December 3rd. Left to
mourn her loss, besides her husband are four daughters, Mrs. LaBelle of Trenton; Ehel
and Gladys; three sons, Flyod, Melvin and Stanley at home; also one sister, Mrs. W.
Quinton, New Liskeard; and three brothers, Irvine and Earl of Trenton, and Albert of
Detroit.
The funeral service was held on Saturday, December 5th, at Rose Hall United
Church, with Rev. J. G. McKee of Wellington officiating.
Among the floral tributes were those from Mr. and Mrs. Alex Monaghan, pupils
and staff of Wellington Consolidated School, Irvine Baker, Earl Baker and Albert Baker.
The pall bearers were: Mr. A. B. McNair, Mr. Monty Kellar, Mr. Fred Wight, Mr.
Kenneth Conley, Mr. T. Fillingham and Mr. B. Bishop. (No plot or tombstone
information available)
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Friday, April 2nd, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Charles W. Grant
There passed away at his home in Wellington, Tuesday, March 30th, Charles W.
Grant, in his 53rd year. Born on June 4th, 1884 at Hillier, a son of the late Richard Grant
and Janet Tulloch, he resided in that community on the homestead until moving into
Wellington in October, 1936.
Mr. Grant was a highly respected farmer, a member of the Anglican Church and a
Conservative. He attended church as long as he was able and was keenly interested in the
work of the church. A great reader, he kept abreast of all current events. On March 26th
last, he had been married 27 years.
Surviving him are his wife, formerly Mary Campbell; three children: Douglas of
the Bank of Nova Scotia staff, Consecon, Miss Janet, teaching near Shannonville and
David at home. There are also two brothers: William of Wembley, Alberta and Kenneth
of Tacoma, Washington.
The funeral was held Thursday afternoon from his late residence to Christ
Church, Hillier, Rev. J. M. Brownlie officiating and internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot
23, R2S12)
Deaths
Grant – In Wellington, March 30th, 1937, Charles W. Grant in his 53rd year.
Funeral service at Hillier Anglican Church on Thursday, with internment in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 23, R2S12)
Tuesday, April 20th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
McQuinn – In Hillier, on Tuesday, April 13th, 1937, William H. McQuinn, in his
78th year. Funeral service at Christ Church, Hillier on April 15th. Internment in Hillier
Cemetery. (No plot or tombstone information available – probably buried in the Terry
plot)
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Friday, April 30th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. E. E. Terry, 3rd Concession, and family in
the loss of a loving wife and mother. (Plot 201D, R9S14)
Deaths
Terry – At Hillier on Wednesday, April 28th, 1937, Mrs. Ernest E. Terry. Funeral
service will be held at Christ Church, Hillier on Saturday, May 1st at 2.30 p.m. Internment
to be made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 201D, R9S14)
Tuesday, May 4th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Ernest Terry
Mrs. Mary Elizabeth DeLong, beloved wife of Ernest Terry, died at her home in
Hillier on Wednesday after a short illness. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs.
Albert DeLong and resided in Prince Edward County practically all of her life, where she
was well known and highly respected. She was a member of the Anglican Church and
leaves to mourn her loss her husband, two sons: King Terry of Hillier and P. E. Terry,
B.A., of Toronto, two daughters: Mrs. C. H. White of Belleville, Mrs. Harold Johnston
of Hillier, fifteen grandchildren and one great grandchild. The funeral was held at Christ
Church at Hillier on Saturday, with internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 201D, R9S14)
Friday, May 7th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Ernest E. Terry
On Wednesday, April 28th, one of Prince Edward’s best known and highly
respected citizens, Mary Elizabeth DeLong, wife of Ernest E. Terry, died at her home in
Hillier. She was the oldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. D. A. DeLong, formerly of
Huff’s Island. Throughout her whole life she maintained a keen and active interest in
every worthwhile enterprise of the community in which she lived, and served in many
executive capacities in Christ Church Guild, including the presidency, and in the Hillier
Women’s Institute. Her untiring efforts and broad sympathetic interests won for her the
admiration and affection of a large host of friends who mourn her passing.
Surviving are: her husband, E. E. Terry, two sons: W. T. King Terry of Hillier and
P. E. Terry of Toronto, two daughters: Mrs. C. H. White of Belleville and Mrs. Harold
Johnson of Hillier, one brother, Harry DeLong of Richamond, Va; four sisters: Mrs. W.
H. Hubbs of Wellington, Mrs. I. Caley, Mrs. F. Fleming and Mrs. J. Dousette, all of
Toronto. The funeral service was conducted at Christ Church, Hillier by the Rev. J. M.
Brownlie and the Rev. R. A. McRae, with internment in Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot
201D, R9S14)
Tuesday, May 11th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wannamaker – At Kingston, May 7th, 1937, Jacob Wannamaker of Consecon in
th
his 75 year. Funeral service at the residence of his son, Mr. Morley Wannamaker,
Pleasant Bay Road, Consecon. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 402A,
R17S7)
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Tuesday, May 18th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Jacob Wannamaker
The funeral of Jacob Wannamaker who passed away at Kingston on Friday, May
7th, took place from the residence of his son, Mr. Morley Wannamaker, Pleasant Bay
Road, Consecon, on Monday afternoon.
The service in the home was conducted by Rev. Harry Parry of the Friends
Church, Wellington.
The funeral was largely attended and there were many floral tributes.
The bearers were: Messrs. Calvin Way, Vernon Smith, Carl Alexander, Horace
Thompson, Herman Hegadorn, and W. E. Pierson. (Plot 402A, R17S7)
Tuesday, June 8th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Simonds – At Consecon, Friday, June 4th, 1937, Miss Janet Simonds, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Simonds. (Plot127, R6S5)
Wednesday, July 28th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Esther Jane Howell
There passed away at the home of her daughter in Oshawa on Saturday, July 24th,
Esther Jane Howell in her 86th year. Service was held in Oshawa, with internment at
Christ Church Burial Ground, Hillier. Burial service was conducted by Rev. J. M.
Brownlie of Wellington. She leaves to mourn her passing two daughters, Mrs. Percy
Wilson of Hillier and Mrs. Ida Sprentnall, Oshawa; two sisters, one brother, and two
grandchildren. Her husband predeceased her four years ago. (Plot 97, R4S20)
Deaths
Howell – In Oshawa, on Saturday, July 24th, 1937, Mrs. Esther Jane Howell in her
86th year. Internment was made at Christ Church Burial Ground, Hillier. (Plot 97, R4S20)
Wednesday, September 1st, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Rattray – On Sunday, August 29th, 1937, at the Hospital for Sick Children,
Toronto, Sandra Frances Rattray, dearly beloved daughter of Wm. R. and Mabel Collins
Rattray, of Consecon, Ontario. Funeral from A. W. Miles Chapel, 30 St. Clair Avenue
West, Toronto. Internment was made in Hillier, Ontario. (Plot 279A, R13S4)
Wednesday, August 31st, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Rattray – Sandra Frances, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William B. Rattray,
who passed away August 29th, 1937.
She was like a flower too sweet for earth,
Sent here but for a while;
God marked her when He gave her birth,
And took her with a smile. (Plot 279A, R13S4)
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Monday, September 12th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Child is killed – Fell beneath Wagon Wheel
Four-year old, Claude Smith, Dies instantly in Friday accident
Hillier, (Special to the Gazette) --- Claude, four-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J.
W. Smith, was instantly killed about four o’clock Friday afternoon when he fell from a
wagon behind the horses, the front wheel passing over the child’s head.
Mr. Smith and son were returning from taking a load of tomatoes to a Wellington
factory. They were within yards of home when the tragic accident happened. Mr. Claude
McCartney was behind the wagon with his car and rushed the child and father home. Dr.
Sarles of Wellington arrived within a few minutes.
Dr. Thompson, coroner, was summoned and investigated, stating that due to
serious cuts and injuries of the head, the child had died instantly.
Left to mourn his sudden and tragic passing are his grief-stricken parents, one
sister: Helen, two brothers: Vernon and Kenneth, all at home, two half sisters: Mrs. Jack
taylor of Hillier and Miss Daisy Smith, Ottawa, three half brothers: Messrs. Harry Smith
of Wellington, Carl Smith of Picton and Charlie Berry of Hillier.
The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family in their loss
of a dear little son and brother. (Plot 521F, R21S7)
Friday, September 16th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Village
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Smith and family in their
sudden bereavement. (Plot 521F, R21S7)
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Wednesday, November 17th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
David Edward Bovay
There passed away at his home in Hillier village on Thursday, November 11th,
David Edward Bovay, in his 77th year. He had been in failing health for several months
and suffered an illness the last two weeks.
Surviving are his wife, formerly Bertha Mack, three daughters: Mrs. Marshall
Palmer, Mrs. G. R. Ingram of Wellington, Mrs. Edward Cowle of Toronto, and four sons:
Oscar, Clarence and Cecil Bovay of Wellington and Harold Bovay of Consecon Lake.
His first wife, Sarah Tripp, died some years ago. The funeral service was conducted by
Rev. E. N. Grant, rector of Wellington parish, at Christ Church, Hillier, on Saturday,
November 13th, and was largely attended. Internment was made in Hillier cemetery, pall
bearers being: Messrs. Lorne Campbell, S. J. Fritz, J. R. Campbell, J. M. Rupert, T. H.
Burris and R. P. Wilson. (Plot 465, R19S4)
Friday, November 19th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Bovay – At Hillier on Thursday, November 11th, 1937, David Bovay. Funeral at
Christ Church, Hillier, November 13th, Rev. E. N. Grant officiating. (Plot 465, R19S4)
Monday, November 22nd, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
D. E. Bovay
The death occurred at Hillier on Thursday, November 11th of Mr. David Edward
Bovay at the age of seventy-six years, after an illness of two weeks duration. He had been
in declining health during the summer months. The deceased was a life long resident of
the county and was married twice. The first marriage was to Miss Sarah Tripp and the
surviving family are four sons, Harry Bovay, Oscar Bovay and Clarence Bovay of
Wellington, and Harold Bovay of Consecon Lake, and three daughters: Mrs. Edward
Cowie of Toronto, Mrs. Marshall Palmer and Mrs. G. R. Ingram of Wellington. He later
married Miss Bertha Mack, who survives. There are also two sisters, Mrs. Walter Wright
and Mrs. Nelson McQuin, and one brother, Edward Bovay, all of Trenton.
The funeral was held at Christ Church, Hillier on Saturday. Rev, Grant conducted
the service and internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 465, R19S4)
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Wednesday, December 29th, 1937 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wilson – At his home in the village of Colborne, on Saturday, December 25th,
1937, Hiram B. Wilson in his 74th year. Funeral service at Colborne on Tuesday.
Internment in Christ Church Burial Ground, Hillier. (Plot 495, R20S11)
Thursday, January 6th, 1938 (The Cobourg World)
The late Hiram B. Wilson
The sudden passing of Mr. Hiram B. Wilson at his residence, King Street,
Colborne, on December 25th, was a shock to his many friends and acquaintances in the
district.
The deceased, who was in his 74th year, went to Colborne from Prince Edward
County some years ago and was highly esteemed and respected by all who knew him. He
was a citizen who took a keen interest in the welfare of the village and served in the
municipal council for a number of years. In religion he was an Anglican, and a valued
member of Trinity Church [Colborne]. In politics, he was a Conservative.
The funeral service was held at Trinity Church, Rev. W. A. Roberts officiating,
after which internment took place at Christ Church burial ground, Hillier. (Plot 495,
R20S11)
Friday, February 11th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Farrel – Suddenly, in Consecon, on February 8th, 1938, Gary Allen, infant son of
Mr. and Mrs. Mac Farrel aged 4 months. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Wednesday, March 2nd, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Ruttan – In New York City on Wednesday, February 23rd, 1938, Ethel Ruttan
(Empringham), aged 63 years, daughter of the late Dr. Ruttan of Wellington. Internment
in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 389, R16S21)
Wellington News
Mrs. E. Empringham
The remains of Mrs. Ethel Empringham were brought to Wellington from New
York on Saturday afternoon and were placed in Wellington Cemetery vault. Mrs.
Empringham was the youngest daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. J. B. Ruttan and only
sister of Mrs. Walter King. The deceased had been ailing for a number of years. Five
sons: Walter, Elfrick, Reginald and Cyril, all of New York, and James of California also
survive. Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Empringham brought their mother’s body to Wellington.
Later, the body will be taken to Christ Church, Hillier, for burial in the Ruttan plot. Mrs.
Charles Greer of Wellington and Mr. Clarence Stevenson of Belleville are cousins of the
deceased. There are a number of cousins also. (Plot 389, R16S21)
128
Friday, March 18th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Eaton – In Consecon, Wednesday, March 16th, 1938, Margaret Viant, wife of
James A. Eaton, in her 64th year. Funeral service on Friday, with internment in Hillier
cemetery. (Plot 263B, R12S2)
Wednesday, March 23rd, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. James Eaton
After a lengthy illness, Mrs. James Eaton passed away at her late residence in
Consecon on Tuesday, March 15th.
The late Mrs. Eaton was born 64 years ago in Consecon and had resided there all
her life. For many years she was engaged in the general store at Consecon. She was a
member of the United Church and was well respected in the community. Prior to her
marriage she was Miss Margaret Viant.
Surviving are her husband, James Eaton, one sister, Miss Florence Young of
Cobourg, one brother, Mr. John Viant of Consecon and a brother-in-law, Mr. Jack Eaton,
Bloomfield.
The funeral took place on Friday afternoon, March 18th. The service in the home
and at the graveside in Hillier Cemetery was conducted by Rev. Mr. Saunders.
The bearers were: Messrs. W. A. Ward, Arthur Ward, B. Weeks, A. Burr, G.
French and Roy Taylor. (Plot 263B, R12S2)
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Friday, April 29th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Turvey – In Wellington on Friday, April 22nd, 1938, George Thomas Turvey,
aged 73 years. Funeral service at his late residence, April 25th. Internment in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 259, R11S14)
Obituary
George Thomas Turvey
Mr. George Thomas Turvey passed away at his home in Wellington on Friday,
April 22nd, after a lingering heart ailment of about a year. Mr. Turvey was of a quiet
disposition, but was well and favourably known by his friends and neighbours of this
community. In religion he was an Anglican. On retiring from the farm in Melville on the
5th Concession of Hillier, about ten years ago, he had lived in Wellington ever since. He
is survived by his wife Helen Turvey, also three sons: Reginald of Detroit, Michigan;
Roscoe of Orillia and William Lehman of Detroit, Michigan; also two brothers: William
and James of Hillier, and two sisters: Mrs. Herb Tubbs of Hillier and Mrs. Jones of
Philadelphia, New York, who were present at the funeral, which was held at his home at
ten o’clock Monday morning. The service was in charge of Rev. E. N. Grant of
Wellington. The pall bearers were: Messrs. Will Foster, Delmer Tice, Fred McConnell,
Charles carter, Will Morton and Charles Kinnear of Hillier. The floral tributes were
beautiful, several being from Detroit and other distant places.
Others attending the funeral from a distance besides the immediate relatives were:
Mrs. Fred Golding of Ottawa, Mrs. McCall of Wooler, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Higgins and
son of Trenton; also Mr. and Mrs. Harrison of Toronto, Lorne Turvey of Orillia and
Barbara Turvey of Detroit. The funeral was largely attended by friends and neighbours.
(Plot 259, R11S14)
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Wednesday, August 24th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Jones – In Hillier, on August 23rd, 1938, Charles Leslie Jones, aged 66 years.
Funeral service will be held at Christ Church, Hillier, August 25th at 2 pm. Internment at
Hillier cemetery. (Plot 165A, R7S14)
Wednesday, August 31st, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Card of Thanks
Mrs. Charles L. Jones wishes to thank friends and neighbours at Hillier,
Wellington and Consecon for their many acts of kindness during her husband’s illness,
also for floral tributes and sympathy at his death. (Plot 165A, R7S14)
Friday, September 2nd, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Charles Leslie Jones
There passed away at his home in Hillier village on August 23rd, a well known
and respected resident in the person of Charles Leslie Jones. He had been in failing health
for about two years.
Mr. Jones was born in Hillier Township on December 14th, 1872, a son of Robert
S. Jones and Rebecca Howe. He resided on a farm on Consecon Lake Road until sixteen
years ago when he retired to Hillier village.
Mr. Jones was a member of L.O.L. 109, Hillier for about thirty years and served
as treasurer for many years. He also served as a school trustee and was a member of the
township council for some years, serving as reeve for three years. He was assessor for
two years and was always regarded as a capable and conscientious official.
Rev. E. N. Grant conducted the funeral service at Christ Church, Hillier, on
August 25th, service being under the auspices of the L.O.L. Pall bearers were J. M.
Rupert, Edward Alexander, A. H. Lloyd, Roy Wight, T. H. Burris and Percy Wilson.
Internment was in Christ Church Cemetery. Beautiful floral tributes included
wreaths, sprays and baskets from the L.O.L., community, relatives and friends.
Mr. Jones leaves his wife Annie (Smith) to whom he was married on October 5th,
1910 by Rev. J. deP. Wright; also a sister, Mrs. W. H. Clapp of Stoughton, Sask., and a
brother, Rev. W. Grant Jones of Fitzroy Harbour, Ontario. His parents and a sister, Mrs.
Eber Weeks of Consecon, predeceased him.
Among those attending the funeral were Rev. W. G. Jones and family, Mr. and
Mrs. Searls Noxon of Toronto; Mrs. McKee of Toronto and friends from Picton and other
parts of the county. (Plot 165A, R7S14)
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Wednesday, December 7th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mr. and Mrs. John Dick, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. MacDonald, Mrs. Jack Everall, all of
Gilead, and Mrs. R. MacDonald of Wellington, attended the funeral service of the late
Mrs. O. Dainard at Christ Church, Hillier on Saturday last. (Plot 262, R12S1)
Friday, December 9th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Village
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. Orb Dainard and family in their loss of a
kind and loving wife and mother who passed way very suddenly on Thursday. [December
1st, 1938] (Plot 262, R12S1)
Friday, March 24th, 1939 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Stapleton – At Consecon on Wednesday, March 22nd, 1939, Annis Wells, wife of
the late Joseph D. Stapleton. Funeral service held at the residence of her daughter Mrs. J.
H. Davidson on Friday, March 24th at 2 p.m. Internment Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 89,
R4S13)
Friday, April 21st, 1939 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Joseph D. Stapleton
On Wednesday, March 22nd, Annis Wells, wife of the late Joseph D. Stapleton,
died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Davidson, near Consecon.
Born in 1851, in the 3rd Concession of Hillier, Mrs. Stapleton was the daughter of
George and Phoebe Pettet. Orphaned in childhood, her early life was spent with her
grandmother, Mrs. Hannah Pettet.
In September, 1871, she married Joseph D. Stapleton, and they lived on their farm
near Hillier village until 1910, when they moved to Wellington. An only son, William
Everett, predeceased her in 1896 and her husband passed on in 1927. She leaves two
daughters, Mrs. J. H. Davidson and Mrs. A. M. Stinson, eight grandchildren and eight
great grandchildren.
Of a retiring Christian character, Mrs. Stapleton will be greatly missed by her
family and friends.
“They will never quite leave us, these dear ones who have passed
Thro’ the shadow of death, to the sunlight above:
A thousand sweet memories are holding them fast
To the places they blessed with their presence and love.”
She was buried in the family plot in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, the funeral
services being conducted by Rev. Arthur Strother of Carrying Place. (Plot 89, R4S13)
132
Wednesday, May 10th, 1939 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wood – On Friday, May 5th, at the home of his son, Stuart C. Wood, Hillier, John
Wood, formerly of Turriff, beloved husband of Jennie Black Wood, in his 85th year.
Funeral was held on Sunday. (Plot 1A, R1S1)
Obituary
John C. Wood
On Friday, May 5th, after an illness of several weeks duration, John C. Wood, a
highly esteemed resident of Hillier Township, passed away at the home of his son, S. C.
Wood.
The deceased, who was in his 85th year, was born at __________, Lanark County,
where he spent the early years of his life. In 1877 he married Jean Black of Almonte and
two years later moved to the newly settled district of Turriff in North Hastings. Being of
a progressive nature, Mr. Wood soon became actively interested in municipal affairs and
served his township as councillor and reeve for a number of years. In religion he was a
Presbyterian and many student ministers found in him a staunch friend and benefactor in
those rugged pioneer days. He was a member of Bancroft Lodge A.F. & A.M. and was
the third Master of that Lodge. He was also a member of the Independent Order of
Foresters.
After several years spent in farming, the International Harvester Company
engaged Mr. Wood as their local agent, promoting him in a few years to general agent
and eventually to the position of blockman, which position he held until 1915? when he
resigned owing to ill health. He was Postmaster at Turriff for a period of twenty years,
which position he held until moving to Hillier in 1922.
On March 20th of this year, Mr. and Mrs. Wood celebrated the 62nd anniversary of
their marriage.
Left to mourn are his wife and a family of eight sons and daughters; namely, W.
R. Wood, Turriff; Mrs. M. C. Hubel and J. W. Wood, Toronto; Mr. James Wood,
Hastings; Miss Ada [Agnes] Wood and S. C. Wood, Hillier; and Mrs. I. L. Burd and J. F.
Wood, Wellington. [John Wood was predeceased by his daughter Mrs. Mildred Black.
Editor’s note - Thanks to Mrs. Jean Alexander, a granddaughter for this information]
Among the floral tributes was a beautiful wreath from Consecon Lodge, A.F. &
A.M., with which Mr. Wood became affiliated in 1924.
The funeral, held at the residence of S. C. Wood on Sunday, May 7th, was
conducted by Rev. Roy Boudreau of Picton Presbyterian Church and Consecon Masonic
Lodge and was attended by a large number of relatives and friends. The pall-bearers
were: Messrs. A. J. Alexander, A. H. Lloyd, W. Nind, G. Boyle, A. Rattray and H.
Taylor, internment being in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 1A, R1S1)
133
Friday March 8th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Benway – In Hillier Township, March 6th, 1940, Ruth Eaton, wife of Frank. E.
Benway, aged 70 years. Funeral at her late residence, 3rd Concession, Hillier Township,
Saturday, March 9th at 2.30 p.m. Internment in the Anglican Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 410,
R17S9)
Obituary
Mrs. Frank E. Benway
After an illness of five months’ duration, Mrs. Ruth Benway, wife of Mr. Frank
E. Benway, passed away at her family residence in the 3rd Concession of Hillier
Township, early Wednesday morning.
The late Mrs. Benway was born 70 years ago in England, her parents being the
late Mr. and Mrs. William Eaton. At one time she resided in Bloomfield and Wellington,
and for the past forty-five years she has made her home in Hillier Township and was
highly esteemed in the community. In religion she was a member of the United Church at
Hillier.
Surviving her are her husband, Mr. Frank E. Benway; three daughters: Mrs. Viola
May, Sidney Township; Mrs. John Root, Hillier Township; Mrs. Geraldine Chamberlain,
Hillier Township; three sons: Mr. Charles Benway, Mr. William Benway and Mr. George
Benway, all of Hillier Township; Two sisters: Mrs. Fred Young, Picton and Mrs. Ida
Ackley, Syracuse, New York.
The death of Mrs. Benway makes a double bereavement for her daughter Mrs.
Geraldine Chamberlain as her husband, Albert E. Chamberlain, died suddenly on
Tuesday morning, March 5th.
The funeral will be held at her late residence Saturday afternoon at 2.30, with
internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 410, R17S9)
Wednesday, March 13th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Frank E. Benway
On Saturday afternoon, March 9th, the funeral of Mrs. Frank E. Benway took
place from the family residence in the 3rd Concession of Hillier Township. The service in
the home and at the graveside in the Anglican Cemetery at Hillier was conducted by the
Rev. H. Sanders of the United Church at Consecon.
The bearers were: Messrs. Richard Haggarty, Herbert Panting, Lyle Leavens,
Lewis Wright, Percy Wilson and Morris Dafoe. (Plot 410, R17S9)
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Thursday, April 13th, 1933 (Picton Gazette)
Pleasant Bay
Mr. Albert Chamberlain has purchased a fine colt.
Friday, March 8th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Chamberlain – Suddenly at Pleasant Bay, March 5th, Albert Edward Chamberlain
in his 39th year. Funeral at his late residence on March 7th. Internment in the Anglican
Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 30, R2S14)
Obituary
Albert E. Chamberlain
Albert Edward Chamberlain died suddenly as the result of a heart seizure at his
late residence, Pleasant Bay, early Tuesday morning.
The late Mr. Chamberlain, who was in his 39th year, was born in England, his
parents being the late Mr. and Mrs. William Chamberlain. At the age of sixteen years he
came to Canada and resided in Prince Edward County for 22 years. He was a member of
the United Church and well esteemed. His sudden passing is sincerely regretted by his
friends.
Surviving him is his wife, who prior to her marriage was Miss Ethel Geraldine
Benway. (Plot 30, R2S14)
Wednesday, March 13th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Geraldine Chamberlain in the loss of her
husband, who passed away very suddenly at their home at Pleasant bay and also the loss
of her mother, Mrs. Frank Benway
Obituary
Albert E. Chamberlain
The funeral of Albert Edward Chamberlain took place from his late residence at
Pleasant Bay, on Thursday afternoon last, May 7th. The service in the home and at the
graveside was conducted by the Rev. H. Sanders of the Consecon United Church.
The bearers were: Messrs. M. Wanamaker, Gerald Valleau, V. Smith, Ernest
Pearson, Harry Alexander and B. Alexander. (Plot 30, R2S14)
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Thursday, February 24th, 1921 (Picton Gazette)
Local News
Mr. Lennox King has left the employ of Mr. J. Maher and is spending a few days
in Wellington before leaving for Sault Ste. Marie to occupy a position there.
Wednesday, April 10th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Lieutenant Lennox King Dies Very Suddenly In Quebec
Funeral Being Held at St. Andrew’s Church, Wellington, this afternoon
The body of Lieutenant Lennox King arrived yesterday afternoon at Belleville
and was conveyed to the Ainsworth Undertaking Parlours at Wellington. The funeral
service is being held today (Wednesday) at 1 p.m., at St. Andrew’s Church, Wellington,
with internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. The funeral is expected to be under
military auspices.
Lieutenant Lennox King died very suddenly at the Infantry (Rifle) Training
Centre at the Citadel, Quebec City, at 3.30 Sunday afternoon. He was attached to the
Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment there, and his death is the first casualty of the
regiment while training in Canada. His passing came as a great shock to relatives and a
host of friends.
William Lennox Mills King was born in Valleyfield, Quebec, and was one of six
sons of Rev. King, who at the time was rector of Valleyfield Anglican Church. Rev. King
was stationed at Wellington, where he died some years ago. The family grew up in
Wellington and Lennox received his early education at Picton Collegiate.
In 1916, after graduating from the Collegiate, he enlisted before he was sixteen
years old, with the famous “Princess Pats” and went overseas the same year with that
company. He won signal honours in the service.
In 1920, after returning to Picton, he was apprenticed to Maher’s Drug Store,
where he worked until 1924 when he went to Detroit and, with his older brother Leopold,
accepted a position in the brokerage business.
He is survived by his mother, formerly Louise Ruttan, daughter of the late Dr.
Ruttan, Wellington and Five brothers: Leopold, Lorne, Travers, Arthur and Harold. (Plot
413, R17S12)
Friday, April 12th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Military Honours for Lieutenant King
Military honours were accorded to the funeral of the late Lieutenant Lennox King
at Wellington on Wednesday afternoon. Services were held at St. Andrew’s Church,
Wellington, the funeral sermon being given by the Rev. E. N. Grant. Internment was
made in Hillier Cemetery. Lieutenant King died on Sunday at the infantry Training
Centre, the Citadel, Quebec, the first casualty of the Hastings and Prince Edward
Regiment while training in Canada.
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Rev. Grant took as his text, II Timothy, Chapter 2, Verse 3, “A Good Soldier.”
“All soldiers are members of some army, civil or religious,” Rev. Grant said. “Everyone
is called to fight a good fight and endure hardships. A soldier becomes such by voluntary
enlistment. He abandons his former course freely and cheerfully becomes a crusader. A
Christian soldier fights under the standard of the cross, this being the centre of
attraction.” Rev. Grant went on, making the comparison with the flag under which the
soldier fights.
“The Christian soldier is commanded by the captain of salvation, who gives
express orders and specific directions. The exercise of duty is paramount. A good soldier
is faithful unto death, fearless throughout life, and campaigns until finally the enemy is
conquered. Having suffered, a good soldier will be glorified and having overcome, shall
receive the crown of eternal life.”
Speaking to the friends of the deceased man, Rev. Grant urged them “to exercise
courage, and to keep their faces turned to the sun of Righteousness, and then the shadows
will fall behind.”
In conclusion, Rev. Grant quoted these lines:
“Servant of God, well done,
Thy glorious warfare’s past,
The battle’s fought, the race is won,
And thou art crowned at last.”
Six men in khaki: Pte. G. Welsh, Pte. O Thurston, Pte. E. Munro, Pte. A
Greenwood, Pte. D. Curlette and Pte. A Shred, carried the casket bearing their deceased
comrade to his last resting place. A firing party from the depot at Picton formed an escort
at the church and at the cemetery at Hillier, and paid their last respects in the salute at the
graveside. The church was filled with friends and relatives mourning the death of
Lieutenant King, and there were many beautiful floral tributes. The casket was flagdraped, and bore the deceased soldier’s cap and sword. At the grave, the Last Post was
sounded by Mr. Sid Lockyer of Picton.
A number of officers were present at the funeral, including Captain George
Wallace of the Citadel, Quebec; Major E. Nayler and Major Colin Hepburn of the depot
at Picton and Lt.-Col. Sherman Young, former commanding officer of the Hastings and
Prince Edward Regiment, recently returned from England; also many ex-service men.
The firing party was composed of the following: Sgt. J. Shepherd, Cpl. H.
Hammil, Cpl. W. Yarwood, Pte. W. Jowett, Pte. R. Mallory, Pte. R. Shannon, Pte. F.
Whitmore, Pte. E. Urback, Pte. C. Smith, Pte. W. Coursey, Pte. R. Osborne, Pte. G.
Spencer, Pte. G. Mountenay; C.S.M. Turner, F. J. in charge. (Plot 413, R17S12)
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Friday, June 14th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Thomas Alexander
After an illness of one week’s duration, Thomas Alexander passed away early on
the morning of Monday, June 10th, at his residence in Consecon.
The late Mr. Alexander, who was in his 70th year, was born in Consecon, and all
his life was passed in the district. For many years he was engaged in farming and for the
past fifteen years he lived retired in the village. In religion he was a member of the
United Church and highly esteemed.
Surviving him are his wife, formerly Miss Annie Grant; two daughters, Mrs.
Stanley Herrington and Mrs. Samuel Danford, both residing near Consecon; one brother,
Mr. W. Alexander, Murray and McCrea Danford , and three granddaughters, Mrs.
Clayton Weir, Miss Helen Herrington and Miss Beverley Herrington.
The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon at the Consecon United Church,
where service was conducted by the Rev. H. Sanders, after which internment was made
in Hillier Cemetery.
The floral tributes were beautiful and many in number. (Plot 66A, R3S18)
Wednesday, June 19th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Thomas Alexander and family in their
recent bereavement. (Plot 66A, R3S18)
Wednesday, November 6th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Chase – On Saturday, October 19th, 1940 at Prince Edward County Hospital,
Herbert Chase, formerly of Wellington, Ontario. (No plot or tombstone information
available)
Wednesday, December 11th, 1940 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Stevens – In Prince Edward County Hospital, December 7th, 1940, Mrs. Clayton
Stevens. Funeral services at her late residence, Consecon, December 9th. Internment in
Hillier Cemetery. (No plot or tombstone information available)
Consecon
Mrs. Clayton Stevens passed to the great beyond Saturday morning in Picton
hospital after a lengthy illness. The funeral was on Monday from her late residence.
Burial in Hillier Cemetery. (No plot or tombstone information available)
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Thursday, March 3rd, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Miss Lena Young left for Toronto on Wednesday after spending the past month
with her sister at the Homestead. She will visit in Worcester, Mass., and New York City,
before returning to California.
Friday, February 21st, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Young – Suddenly at Hillier, Wednesday, February 19th, 1941, after a few days
illness, Miss Lena Gertrude Young. Funeral service at her late residence, the Charles
Young Homestead on Saturday, February 22nd, at 2 o’clock S. T., with internment in
Hillier Church Cemetery. (Plot 334, R15S7)
Friday, March 14th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Morton – In Kingston Hospital, on March 10th, 1941, W. J. Morton in his 85th
year. Funeral service at the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Eliza Morton, Melville. (Plot
614, R25S12)
Obituary
W. J. (John) Morton
The death occurred in Kingston on Monday, March 10th, of a well known resident
of Melville, Hillier Township, in the person of W. J. (John) Morton.
The late Mr. Morton, who was in his 85th year, was born near Kingston, and when
a young boy he removed to Melville in Prince Edward County with his parents, where he
resided all his life. He was a successful farmer and possessed many fine traits of
character. Throughout his long life in the district, Mr. Morton was held in high regard and
many old friends will regret to learn of his death. In religion he was a faithful member of
the Methodist Church, later the United Church, and when age and health permitted, he
took an active part in church work. He was a fine man and a good citizen.
Mr. Morton was the last of his family; his wife and only son died some time ago.
The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon, March 12th, from the residence
of Mrs. Eliza Morton, his sister-in-law, at Melville. (Plot 614, R25S12)
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Wednesday, March 19th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
John Morton
The funeral of Mr. John Morton was held on Wednesday afternoon, March 12th, at
the home of Mrs. James Morton, South Lakeside, Consecon, with Rev. J. W. Parsons
officiating, taking from his text the 13th Chapter of Hebrews, 20th verse, “The God of
Peace.” Hymns were: “Forever With the Lord,” “Safe in the Arms of Jesus,” and “Rock
of Ages,” with Mrs. G. French as pianist. Pall-bearers were: Messrs. C. Palmer, E.
Carley, J. Root, G. French, W. Morton and R. Cruickshank. Internment was made at the
Anglican Cemetery, Hillier.
The late Mr. Morton was born near Kingston and was in his 85th year. When a
young boy he removed to Melville with his parents, where he resided the rest of his life.
He was a successful farmer and possessed many fine traits of character. Throughout his
long life in the district, Mr. Morton was held in high regard, and many old friends will
regret to learn of his death. In religion he was a faithful member of the United Church
and when age and health permitted, he took an active part in church work. For many
years he was superintendent of Melville Sunday School and taught the Bible class. He
was also an elder of the church until poor health forced him to give up his duties.
Mr. Morton was the last of a family of eleven brothers and sisters. His wife (Sarah
Bamforth) died in March 1914, and his only son Albert died in 1931.
Attending from a distance were Mr. Garratt Morton and son, Tweed. (Plot 614,
R25S12)
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Wednesday, July 16th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
The death occurred at Wellington, July 12th, of Margaret Little Nethery
VanVlack.
The private funeral service was held Monday at Hillier Christ Church. Internment
in Hillier Cemetery. Much sympathy is extended to Mrs. Albert Davern, Mrs. L. P.
Hubbs, Mrs. Rufus Howe, Mr. William Nethery and Mr. Wilmot Nethery of Atlanta,
Georgia, in the loss of their sister, Mrs. Margaret VanVlack; also to the other immediate
members of her family. (Plot 581, R22S11)
Obituary
Mrs. George VanVlack
The death occurred at Wellington on Saturday, July 12th, of Margaret Little
Nethery VanVlack, after a lingering illness. Mrs. VanVlack had been ailing for a year,
spending the winter in Toronto. On coming home, she went to Prince Edward County
Hospital for a time.
Mrs. VanVlack was born in Hillier Township, a daughter of Lancelot Nethery and
his wife, Sarah Clarke. As a girl she resided at Waupoos and Rednersville. Prior to her
marriage she went to Chicago where she became a registered nurse, graduating from the
Michael Reese Hospital there. She was a member of the Anglican Church.
The funeral was held Monday at Christ Church, with internment in Hillier
Cemetery. Rev. J. B. Creeggan, Picton, conducted the service. Pall bearers were: Ern
Greer, Lorne Keane, James Rutter, Ira Burd, H. D. Cleminson and William Adams.
Flowers were very beautiful and numerous, including those from the family, also from
Detroit, Picton and Belleville.
Surviving relatives are three sisters, Mrs. L. P. Hubbs, Mrs. Rufus Howe, and
Mrs. Albert Davern, and two brothers, William Nethery, Hillier Township and Wilmot
Nethery, Atlanta, Georgia. Her husband and a sister, Mrs. John Townsend of
Ameliasburg, predeceased her. (Plot 581, R22S11)
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Friday, November 7th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Miller – At Hillier, Sunday, November 2nd, 1941, Mrs. Fred Miller. (Plot 400B,
R17S5)
Hillier Village
Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. Fred Miller and family in the loss of a
loving wife and a kind and faithful mother. Mrs. Miller passed peacefully away on
Sunday morning after being seriously ill for five months. (Plot 400B, R17S5)
Friday, November 14th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Fred Miller
With deep regret the friends of Mrs. Fred Miller learned of her passing at her
home in Hillier on Sunday, November 2nd, aged 58 years. Mrs. Miller had been very ill
since last May, but nevertheless her death came as a shock to all who knew her. Ever one
who loved to visit and a lover of fun, she made many friends every where she went, and
she was always ready with a helping hand for anyone in a time of need. She was before
her marriage Janet Closs of Carlow, Hastings County, and all her life lived in Hastings
until about 17 years ago when she moved with her husband and family to South Bay,
living on a farm there until about two months ago when Mrs. Miller’s serious illness
caused them to give up the farm and move to Hillier.
Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her loss six girls: Mary, Mrs. Hennessy
of Detlor; Ethel, Mrs. Wannamaker of Pleasant Bay; Muriel at home; Audrey, Mrs. Ray
German, Pleasant View; Mae at home; Evelyn, Mrs. Elmy of Consecon, and one boy,
Wilfred, at home and ten grandchildren.
The funeral was held in the United Church at Hillier, Rev. Gifford of Consecon
officiated, with Pastor Bull of Picton Free Methodist assisting and a few words spoken by
Mr. John Potter. Bearers were: Elmer Minaker, Clayton Dulmage, Roy Spafford, Morley
Helmer, Norman Farrington and Roy Wight.
Internment was at Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 400B, R17S7)
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Friday, November 14th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Alexander Jones
On Sunday, November 2nd, there passed away, at his home on the 2nd Concession
of Murray Township, a highly respected resident in the person of the late Alexander
Jones. The deceased, who was born eighty-one years ago in Hillier Township, Prince
Edward County, was the eldest son of the late James Jones. For the past thirty-five years
he had resided in Murray being engaged in farming. He was a member of the Anglican
Church.
Mr. Jones was married twice, his first wife, Jennie Alexander passed away
leaving three children; his second wife, Jocelie Stimers passed away in 1937 leaving five
children. Surviving are four sons: Douglas, Elmo and Earl of Trenton, and Eric Jones,
now in England; also four daughters: Mrs. D. MacDonald of Trenton, Mrs. Leslie
Sherman, Roseneath; Mrs. D. D. Kellogg, Royal Oak, Michigan, and Mrs. H. Clarke
Trenton. Besides fifteen grandchildren who survive, there are also three half-sisters: Mrs.
W. Foster, Hillier; Mrs. Ed. Osborne, Manitoba, and Mrs. Harry Post, Toronto.
The funeral took place on the afternoon of November 4th, from his late residence.
The service in the home and at the graveside in Hillier Cemetery was conducted by Rev.
J. L. Hutchinson of St. George’s Anglican Church, Trenton. The bearers were: Messrs.
Con. VanAlstine, H. E. Mayhew, D. Davis, N. Hart, Thomas Burne and H. Seeley. (No
plot or tombstone information available) [Editor’s note – Alexander was referred to as
Sandy in the obituary of his brother Richard Stanley Jones, who died on December 23rd,
1933]
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Wednesday, November 19th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Herrington – At Consecon, North Lakeside, November 15th, 1941, Mrs. N.
Herrington. Funeral service at Consecon United Church, November 17th, 1941. (Plot
440B, R18S15)
Consecon
Mrs. N. Herrington passed to her reward on Saturday at the home of her daughter,
Mrs. Karl Woof, North Lakeside. Funeral was held Monday, with service at the United
Church, Consecon, where a very impressive service was conducted by Rev. Coyne
Gifford. (Plot 440B, R18S15)
Wednesday, November 26th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Herrington – At Consecon, November 15th, 1941, Frances Louise Flindall, wife of
the late Newton Herrington in her 80th year. Funeral service at Consecon United Church.
Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 440B, R18S15)
Obituary
Mrs. Newton Herrington
There passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Karl Woof, Consecon,
Saturday, November 15th, Francis Louise Flindall, wife of the late Newton Herrington, in
her 80th year.
Left to mourn her passing are: one son Stanley, one daughter, Mrs. Karl Woof;
two sisters: Mrs. Lou Burley and Mrs. Wesley McCullough; three granddaughters and
two great-grandsons.
The funeral service was held in Consecon United Church, conducted by Rev. C.
Gifford, with internment at Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot 440B, R18S15)
Wednesday, January 28th, 1942 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Johnston – At his home on Stinson Block, near Consecon, January 20th, 1942,
Edmund Murney Johnston in his 83rd year. Funeral service was held at 1 o’clock
Thursday. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 42, R2S21)
Friday, January 30th, 1942 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
The funeral of the late Murney Johnston was held from the home of his nephew,
John Johnston, Stinson Block, where he had made his home for a number of years.
Service was conducted by the Rev. Coyne Gifford. Internment in Hillier Cemetery,
Thursday, January 22nd, 1942. (Plot 42, R2S21)
Wednesday, March 11th, 1942 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Margetson – Infant Margetson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Margetson,
Consecon, on Wednesday, February 10th, aged 10 days. (Plot 260A, R11S3)
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Wednesday, April 8th, 1942 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
McGregor Young, K.C.
McGregor Young, K.C., died suddenly at his home, 177 St. Clair Avenue, East
Toronto, on Wednesday, April 1st.
The late Mr. Young was born at Hillier in Prince Edward County. He studied law
in the offices of Messrs. Clute and Williams, barristers, in this city [Picton] and during
his residence here he was a 2nd Lieutenant in old No. 2 Company in the 15th battalion,
A.L.I., of which Mr. W. C. Mikel, K.C., was at the time Captain. Upon graduation at
Osgoode Hall, Toronto, he practised his profession in Picton as a partner of the late
George Alcorn, K.C. Later he went to Toronto and entered the law firm of Messrs. Blake,
Lash and Cassells. Eventually, he was appointed Official Guardian in the Province of
Ontario and ably filled this position for some time. Of late years he lived retired.
Surviving him are his wife, who prior to her marriage was Miss A. Maude
Williams; one son, Major McGregor Young, Jr., now serving overseas; two daughters,
Mrs. R. W. Brown, Galt and Mrs. Charles Roe, Toronto.
Funeral service was conducted in Toronto Thursday evening and internment took
place in the cemetery at Hillier, Prince Edward County, on Friday afternoon, April 3rd, at
one o’clock. (Plot 241, R11S6)
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Friday, August 29th, 1941 (Picton Gazette)
Sgt. Pilot Burd of Wellington posted Overseas
Postmaster and Mrs. Ira Burd, Wellington, have received word of the arrival in
Halifax of their son, Sgt. Pilot Wilson Burd. Sgt. Pilot Burd was posted overseas
immediately following presentation of his wings at Brantford on August 4th.
1942
Sgt.-Pilot W. Burd Loses Life in Libya
News of Death in Action Received by His Parents – Friend Pens Tribute
Mr. and Mrs. Ira Burd, Wellington, on Monday received the sad news of the death
of their son, Flight Sgt. Pilot Wilson Burd, skipper of a bomber crew in Libya (on April
18th, 1942). A host of friends extend sympathy.
The Gazette is indebted to George H. Carver, staff writer of the OntarioIntelligencer, Belleville, and a friend of Flight Sgt. Pilot Burd, for the following tribute to
the gallant young man who gave his life for King and Country.
Through the flaming Libyan skies he drove his plane. Clear-eyed, the light of an
Empire’s ideal shining in his face, he faced the enemy undaunted, unafraid, his blazing
guns spitting defiance at a ruthless foe. Bravely, his face to the west, he plunged unto
battle against an enemy that knows not to fight unless greatly outnumbering their
opponents. Into that maelstrom of hell he flew, and from it he crashed, meeting a hero’s
death. Thus died one of Prince Edward County’s gallant sons. Thus died Flight Sergeant
Pilot Wilson Burd, Royal Canadian Air Force, of Wellington, Ontario.
I knew Wilson Burd, I knew him well. He epitomized the courage, endurance, and
ability of those gallant men who are writing a blazing page in the annals of Canadian
history. He exemplified the heroism, the gallantry, the sacrifice of those grand youngsters
who are making the Royal Canadian Air Force one of the best fighting arms in the
Empire’s service. Wilson Burd died as he would have wanted to die – in action against
the common foe.
He was a grand youngster. Tall, handsome, courageous in sport, a gentleman at
home and at school, he grew to be one of those fine young men of whom Canada, in
peace or at war, is justly proud. Then came the call of Empire. And proudly he answered,
as did his gallant father before him, the call of God, Civilization and Freedom.
He belonged to a generation of proud youth. Pride, not that of its common
definition, but the soaring spirit of Youth Unafraid, a spirit that could only be equaled by
that adventure which could be found in the sky lanes. Free, untrammeled, he rode the airy
hallways of the clear mist-swept areas high above earth’s sordidness. A gallant Galahad
of the Clouds, he couched his aerial lance with the symbol of Civilization on his gauntlet.
He met and fought the challenge of tyranny, oppression and ruthlessness. He met
it unafraid. He knew that in dying, civilization would live. And he knew that his sacrifice
would not be in vain. He met his death with a smile. Wilson was that type. He would not
be sorry, nor would he hesitate, if he knew the supreme sacrifice would be demanded of
him. He faced it with a smile on his lips and courage in his heart. His reward, the
consciousness of a duty bravely achieved, and the whisper of the Great Squadron-Leader:
“Well done, good and faithful servant”.
Prince Edward County, Canada, the Empire in general and the village of
Wellington in particular, have lost a gallant son. In company with those gallant heroes of
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the Royal Air Force and the Royal Canadian Air Force, who have preceded him, he rests
in the misty Valhalla of the Captains of the Clouds, proud in the fact that the torch thrown
by them to equally gallant followers will be held high.
Wilson was in his 21st year. He joined the R.C.A.F. on December 9th, 1940 and
received his early training at Port Albert, The Toronto Hunt Club and Windsor. He
received his pilot’s wings at Brantford, on August 7th last year. He went overseas on
September 4th, 1941, where he completed his final training before going to the Middle
East on active service.
He is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Burd of Wellington. His father is the
postmaster there and is one of the well-known first Great War veterans of Prince Edward
County. News of the death of their son was received by Mr. and Mrs. Burd on Monday.
(Plot 631C, R27S5)
Thursday, February 12th, 1920 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
The writer received a copy of the Elbert County Times, of Elberton, Georgia, in
which appears a thoughtful and well-merited article on “Farming”, written by a former
Prince Edward boy, Dr. Wilmot B. Nethery. Those who knew Dr. Nethery when a boy at
Consecon Lake, will perceive from a perusal of his essay that he has lost none of the joy
afforded by delivering to the root of things and also that he still holds fast his old-time
love for debate. Space will permit but a brief question: “When farming offers greater
inducements than other vocations, then there will be no scarcity of farmers. In
considering inducements for the farmer, we must include much more than money
compensation. For what are silver and gold if they cannot be exchanged for what man
wants? Most men willingly give up their money for the necessities and pleasures of life.
In fact, that is only wealth which can be exchanged for things we desire. The human soul
craves for love, religion, education and amusement, just as the body desires food, shelter
and clothing. When by reasonable effort farmers may obtain the necessities and
reasonable luxuries of life, then there will be no dearth of farmers.
“There is no doubt that our farmers need labour. They need intelligent labour. It is
unwise to turn the land loose to uneducated, inexperienced labourers, as it would be to
give the management of the cotton mill or the government in the hands of the savage.”
“Farmers should be equally paid with presidents and legislators. Now, someone is
going to say, “It takes brains to be a president, while an ordinary man can be a farmer.”
That’s the biggest mistake of your life! An ordinary man can harness a mule and say,
“gee-haw”, but that is not farming and the sooner our country realizes it the better.
Farming consists in improvement of the soil (thus assuring greater production) together
with an evolution of all the surroundings. That requires brains and muscle.” (Plot 558,
R22S11)
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Wednesday, May 6th, 1942 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Nethery – At Atlanta, GA, on Friday, May 1st, Wilmot B. Nethery in his 70th year.
Graveside service at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier on Monday, May 4th. (Plot 558,
R22S11)
Obituary
Wilmot Nethery
The entombment of Mr. Wilmot Nethery, who passed away at Atlanta, GA, took
place on Monday at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. The late Mr. Nethery was a brother
of William Nethery, Mrs. Albert Davern and Mrs. L. P. Hubbs. (Plot 558, R22S11)
Friday, January 22nd, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Davern – In Toronto on Tuesday, January 19th, 1943, Gertrude Nethery, wife of
the late Albert Davern. Funeral from her son’s residence, Major W. A. Davern, 2 p.m.
Thursday. Internment at Hillier. (Plot 589, R24S3)
Wellington News
Major and Mrs. Davern were called to Toronto on Tuesday s Mrs. Davern, Sr.,
was very ill with pneumonia. Mrs. Davern, Sr., passed away Tuesday evening. (Plot 589,
R24S3)
Wednesday, January 27th, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Albert Davern
There passed away in Toronto on January 19th, Gertrude Nethery Davern, 84, wife
of the late Albert Davern. She had been ill for five days with pneumonia.
She was the daughter of Lancelot Nethery and his wife, Sarah Clarke, and resided
in Hillier and Wellington, prior to her marriage 51 years ago. Then they went to Toronto,
where Mr. Davern, who died eleven years ago, was in the dry goods business. Mrs.
Davern spent the summers in Wellington and many winters in Miami and Daytona,
Florida. Her cheerful nature won her many friends who mourn her passing. She was a
devout member of the Anglican Church all her life, being baptized and confirmed in the
Anglican church at Hillier.
Mrs. Davern is survived by two sons: Major W. A. Davern, Wellington and
Lancelot Davern, Toronto; two sisters: Mrs. L. Philip Hubbs and Mrs. Rufus Howe, both
of Wellington; a brother, W. S. Nethery of Hillier; two grandchildren: Nancy and Peter
Davern.
Predeceasing her were her husband, two sisters: Mrs. Francis Townsend and Mrs.
Margaret VanVlack and a brother, Wilmot Nethery.
The funeral was held from the home of her son, Major Davern in Wellington, with
Rev. E. N. Grant of St. Andrew’s church, officiating. Entombment was made in
Wellington vault until spring, when internment will take place in the family plot in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 589, R24S3)
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Friday, April 23rd, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wood – In Wellington, April 16th, 1943, Mrs. John C. Wood in her 89th year.
Funeral service at her late residence April 18th. Internment in Hillier. (Plot 1B, R1S1)
Obituary
Mrs. John C. Wood
At her residence in Wellington, on Friday, April 16th, the death occurred of Mrs.
John C. Wood. Deceased was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Black of
Lanark, Ontario, was born on July 12th, 1854. Her marriage to the late John Wood was
solemnized at Middleville on March 10th, 1877, and to this union were born five
daughters and four sons, all of whom are living, with the exception of one daughter,
Mildred (Mrs. L. Black), who died in December 1925.
In 1880, Mr. and Mrs. Wood joined with other pioneers from Ottawa district in
settling and establishing a new community at Turriff in North Hastings, where they
shared the rigours and adventures of the Canadian pioneer. With their neighbours they
experienced the satisfaction of seeing this settlement develop into a comparatively
prosperous community, having church, school, railway and telephone.
In 1922, Mr. and Mrs. Wood moved to Hillier, Prince Edward County, and in
1937 celebrated the sixtieth anniversary of their wedding. After Mr. Wood’s death in
1939, Mrs. Wood changed her residence to Wellington. For many years and, as long as
health permitted she was a devout and active member of the Presbyterian Church. The
outstanding character of Mrs. Wood’s life was her desire to be of service to others, and
through her warm hearted sympathy to neighbour and wayfarer, she earned the enviable
title of the “Good Samaritan.”
The funeral was held at her residence on Sunday, April 18th, and was conducted
by the Rev. J. F. Lane, who read the beautiful and appropriate hymn, “When the Day of
Toil is Done.”
Internment was made in Hillier cemetery, the bearers being: Grover Smith,
William McCaw, Arthur Alexander, Walter Nind, John McGee and Adam Lloyd.
(Bancroft and Almonte papers please copy) (Plot 1B, R1S1)
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Friday, June 11th, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
McDonald – In Ilion, New York, June 3rd, 1943, Emma McDonald, widow of
Henry G. McDonald. Funeral on Tuesday, June 8th, with internment in Hillier Cemetery.
(No plot or tombstone information available)[Editor’s note – Mrs. McDonald was
probably buried next to her husband, Harry Garrett McDonald, who died on February 5th,
1891 at the age of 41 years. He is buried in Plot 552, R22S9]
Obituary
Mrs. E. McDonald dies suddenly.
The Wellington friends of Mrs. Emma McDonald, wife of the late Henry G.
McDonald, were very much shocked when they received a wire on Thursday, June 3rd, of
her sudden passing in Ilion, New York, where she had resided for the last 40 years. Her
remains arrived in Trenton on Sunday and were met by friends, including her sister, Mrs.
William Caniff of Toronto.
After the funeral rites on Tuesday, June 8th, she was placed beside her husband in
the beautiful Hillier Cemetery.
Her sister, Mrs. Caniff, is staying a few days in Wellington with her friend Mrs.
William Monaghan. (No plot or tombstone information available)[Editor’s note – Mrs.
McDonald was probably buried next to her husband, Harry Garrett McDonald, who died
on February 5th, 1891 at the age of 41 years. He is buried in Plot 552, R22S9]
Wednesday, June 23rd, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Pte. Howard Hardy and Mrs. Hardy were called home owing to the death of the
former’s grandmother, Mrs. G. Hardy. (Plot 272, R12S7)
Friday, August 6th, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Lunn – At Hillier, July 31st, 1943, Richard Lunn, aged 93 years. Funeral at his late
residence Niles Corners, August 3rd. (Plot 474, R19S13)
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Wednesday, December 8th, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Smith – At Prince Edward County Hospital on Sunday, December 5th, Sadie Jean
Benway, wife of J. Wesley Smith. Funeral from her late residence Hillier, in Hillier
Anglican Church on Tuesday, December 7th, 1943. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot
521C, R21S7)
Wednesday, December 13th, 1943 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Deepest sympathy is extended to J. W. Smith and family in the loss of a loving
wife and mother. (Plot 521C, R21S7)
Obituary
Mrs. J. W. Smith
There passed away in Prince Edward County Hospital, following a lengthy
illness, on December 5th, Sadie Jean, wife of John Wesley Smith. She was in her 49th
year, having been born December 15th, 1894. She was a member of Christ Church,
Hillier, a good neighbour and friend and highly esteemed by all who knew her.
Survivors are her husband; a daughter, Helen Marguerite Smith; four sons:
Vernon Wesley, Walter Charles, Kenneth Wilson and Gordon James Smith.
The funeral was held at Christ Church, Hillier, on December 7th, Rev. E. N. Grant,
officiating. Internment was in Christ Church Cemetery, pall bearers being: Grover Smith,
Walter Nind, Stewart Wood, Sherman Foster, Gillis Ingram and Gordon Boyle.
Floral tributes included those from Hillier Council, Canadian Canners Branch 28
and Hillier community. (Plot 521C, R21S7)
Wednesday, January 5th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Eaton – In Kingston, December 26th, James A. Eaton, in his 79th year. Funeral at
Consecon United Church, December 28th. Internment was made in Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 263A, R12S2)
Obituary
The funeral of James A. Eaton, Consecon, who died in Kingston General Hospital
on Sunday, December 26th, took place from his late residence on Tuesday, December 28th
to the Consecon United Church, where the service was conducted by the Rev. W. H.
Bartlett, who also conducted the service at the graveside at Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. [The paper states Consecon Cemetery]
The bearers were: Messrs. Roy Taylor, Wesley Kaiser, Freeman French, Kenneth
Alyea, M. Drummond and William Zufelt.
The late Mr. Eaton, who was in his 79th year, was born at Bloomfield and lived all
his life in Prince Edward County. For many years he conducted a store at Consecon, and
was well and favourably known.
Surving him are one brother, Jack Eaton, Consecon, and one sister, Mrs. Viant,
Consecon. His wife died in 1936. (Plot 263A, R12S2)
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Wednesday, February 2nd, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Holmes – At Hillier, on Friday, January 28th, Margaret Holmes, dear sister of
Mrs. John McLean, Consecon and Mr. Joseph Holmes. Funeral service from her late
residence, Monday, January 31st, 1944. Internment Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 435A, R17S8)
Obituary
Miss Margaret Holmes
There passed away at her home in Hillier on Saturday, January 29th, after an
illness of five weeks’ duration, an esteemed resident in the person of Margaret Holmes.
She was in her 75th year and was born in Ireland, a daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth
Holmes. She was educated in Cobourg and was a member of the Presbyterian Church.
Survivors are a brother, Joseph Holmes of Hillier and a sister, Mrs. John McLean,
Consecon.
The funeral was conducted at her late residence, Hillier, on Monday, Rev. E. N.
Grant officiating. Internment was in Wellington Cemetery [Editor’s note – should read
Hillier Cemetery], pall bearers being: Messrs. Campbell, Burris, Alexander, Lloyd,
Wilson and Taylor. (Plot 435A, R17S8)
Friday, March 17th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Panting – At Prince Edward County Hospital on Tuesday, March 14th, 1944,
Herbert Panting, in his 72nd year. Funeral on Friday at 2.30 p.m. at Christ Church, Hillier.
(Plot 2, R1S2)
Wednesday, March 22nd, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Panting – Funeral at Christ Church, Hillier, March 17th, 1944. Internment in
Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 2, R1S2)
Obituary
Herbert Panting
There passed away in Prince Edward County Hospital on March 14th, a highly
respected resident of Hillier in the person of Herbert Panting. He was born in 1872 in
Manchester, England, coming to Canada as a boy of 13 years. He resided at Pakenham
for a number of years and for the past 35 years in Prince Edward County. He was a
successful farmer. A member of the Anglican Church, he was caretaker of Christ Church
Cemetery and Church, Hillier, for 17 years.
Survivors are his wife, formerly Selina Pritchard, to whom he was married in
1896, one daughter, Lillie, Mrs. Ernest Goodkey, Bancroft; two sons: Delbert in the
R.C.A.F. at Vancouver and Clifford at home.
Rev. E. N. Grant conducted the funeral at Christ Church on Friday. Internment
was made in the adjoining cemetery, pall bearers being Charles Benway, Walter Nind,
Lyle Leavens, Stanley Thompson, Ernest Terry and King Terry. Among the many floral
tributes were wreaths from Christ Church and from the community. (Plot 2, R1S2)
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Wednesday, May 17th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hubbs – At Wellington on Saturday, May 13th, 1944, Prudence Nethery, wife of
the late Philip Hubbs. Funeral service on Monday, May 13th, 1944, at Christ Church
Hillier. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 591, R22S11)
Wellington News
Mrs. Prudence Hubbs died suddenly at her home here on Saturday. The funeral
was held on Monday afternoon. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 591, R22S11)
Friday, May 19th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Melville
Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Morton, Mrs. James Morton and Mrs. W. H. Anderson
attended the funeral of Mrs. L. P. Hubbs at Christ Church, Hillier, on Monday. (Plot 591,
R22S11)
Friday, May 26th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Philip Hubbs
On Saturday, May 13th, 1944, there passed away very suddenly at her home in
Picton, a highly esteemed resident in the person of Prudence Nethery, wife of the late L.
P. Hubbs of Hillier. The deceased, who was born March 18th, in the year 1857, was a
daughter of the late Lancelot Nethery and his wife Sarah Clarke, Consecon Lake.
Following her marriage, she resided many years on their farm in Hillier, later residing
with her family for a brief period at Black Creek, and for some years past she has resided
in Wellington.
She was a devout member of the Anglican Church and for over twenty years was
treasurer of Hillier Guild. A staunch friend, a devoted wife and mother, and a person of
high ideals and an optimistic outlook on life, she will be remembered not only by her
immediate family, but by many others who were proud to call her friend.
Surviving is a daughter, Miss Mary B. Hubbs, Registered Nurse, who saw active
service overseas in the Great War, a son Ernest, at home; also a brother, Mr. William
Nethery, of Hillier, and a sister, Mrs. Rufus Howe of Regina.
A brother, Wilmot B. Nethery of Atlanta, Georgia, predeceased her; also three
sisters: Mrs. John Townsend (Frances), Mrs. G. VanVlack (Margaret), and Mrs. Albert
Davern (Gertrude).
The funeral was held from her late residence, Wellington, to Christ Church,
Hillier on Monday, May 15th, and was conducted by Rev. E. N. Grant. Internment was
made in the local cemetery, the bearers being: Ernest Greer, Godfrey Upton, Vernon
Smith, Norman Clinton, Ira Burd and Lyle Leavens.
Friends attending from a distance included Mr. and Mrs. F. Huff, Detroit; Mr. and
Mrs. Frank Townsend, Victoria; and Mrs. W. B. Kirk, Mrs. Nellie Carter and Mrs. (Dr.)
Titus, Trenton. (Plot 591, R22S11)
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Wednesday, May 24th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Samuel Simmons
There passed away at her home in Hillier on May 13th, Caroline Vince, wife of
Samuel Simmons. Mrs. Simmons was born at Wanstead, Essex, Englnd, the daughter of
Elya and John Vince, coming to Canada in 1906 with her husband and family of seven
children. After two years in Bloomfield she came to Hillier in 1908. There her son Daniel
passed away.
Mrs. Simmons was a woman who was loved by all who knew her, a woman who
was always ready to help in a time of need, a wonderful nurse and mother. Though blind
and helpless for years, she was always ready to help when the call came. She was a
mother who will be missed from the home and community.
She leaves to mourn her loss, two sons, Samuel with the American navy, Thomas
of Port Colborne, and two daughters: Alice of Hillier and Mrs. George Paine of Weston,
Ontario, 16 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and her husband. A daughter, Caroline,
and three sons, Frederick, William and Daniel predeceased her.
Her many Hillier friends will miss this good old lady. (Plot 103B, R5S1)
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Wednesday, June 7th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Pte. D. Crowther Killed In Action
Pte. Dick Crowther of Hillier, has given his life in Italy. He was killed in action in
Italy on May 24th, according to word received by his mother, Mrs. Alice Studdard. (Plot
586B, R24S1)
Hillier
Word has been received by Mrs. Alice Studdard that her son, Pte. Dick Crowther
was killed in action on May 24th in Italy. Deepest sympathy is extended to the relatives.
Obituary
Pte. Dick Crowther
Pte. Dick Crowther, who was killed in action in Italy, May 24th, is the son of Mrs.
Alice Trounce, Hillier.
He enlisted July 24th, 1942, and went overseas November 24th of the same year.
Exactly a year later he went to the Mediterranean area, where he saw action. Though
originally with the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment, he had transferred to the New
Westminster (B.C.) Regiment.
Dick was 22 years of age and had always lived in Hillier. He was a splendid type
of young man and news of his death, while taking part in the liberation of Rome, came as
a great shock to friends and relatives alike.
Before going overseas, Dick was presented with a wrist watch by the community,
indicating the esteem in which he was held.
Survivors are: his mother, his grandfather, two brothers: George (who went
overseas in 1939, returning early this year) and Dan and two sisters, to whom sympathy
is extended. (Plot 586B, R24S1)
A Tribute to Dick Crowther
Word was received by Mrs. Alice E. Trounce, Hillier, that her son, Cpl. John
Richard Crowther, was killed in action in Italy, May 24th, 1944.
Dick, as he was familiarly known to his family and many friends, was a young
man of whom his family may well be proud. Counting not the cost, he gave all in the
defence of freedom, righteousness and justice, and by his sacrifice has made a
contribution to a better world. When that day comes, it will be due to such young men as
Dick.
Dick enlisted with the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment, Reserve Unit, when
he was 17 years of age. His brothers, Dan and George, were then in England, having gone
overseas in December 1939. After a few months training in the Reserve, Dick secured the
consent of his mother to “go active” and while in camp at Connaught Ranges he joined
the active force, at 18 years of age; a real volunteer.
He trained at Peterborough and was transferred to Camp Borden, where his eldest
brother Dan was stationed, after returning from overseas. There, with his brother’s
permission, he joined the Westminster Regiment. On November 24th, two months later,
he was in England. Faithful to duty and with a desire to fit himself fully for the task
ahead, Dick worked hard and won his corporal’s stripes.
The invasion of Sicily and Italy opened up a new theatre of war, and Dick was
given the opportunity to carry out the tasks for which he had prepared himself. Great
things cannot be achieved without sacrifice, and Dick joined the ranks of gallant young
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men whose memory will ever be enshrined in the hearts of a grateful people, when he fell
in action on May 24th.
News of the death of this fine young man was a very heavy blow to his mother,
who in the last war had given her husband in the cause of freedom, and who had seen her
three sons offer their all. Plans and hopes were frustrated, but someday we will
understand.
His family lost a loving son and brother; Hillier and district, a fine boy whose
circle of friends was very large. He was a cheery nature, one with a smile and a cheery
hello for young and old alike, and one who was always ready to lend a helping hand.
Rank or medals are not needed to designate heroes, as lads such as Dick may be so
designated. Though sleeping in a foreign land, the plot where he lies is a bit of British
soil, that forever will be a bit of Canada, his homeland. Gone from our midst, no more to
return, his memory will ever linger with those who loved him.
The sympathy of a host of friends goes out to his mother, his stepfather, his
brothers Dan and George (who returned from overseas February 14th, 1944, after 4 years
and 2 months service) and his two sisters, Ann and Beatrice. “Greater love hath no man
than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” (Plot 586B, R24S1)
Wednesday, June 28th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Hold Memorial Service Sunday at Hillier
On Sunday next, a Memorial Service is being held at Hillier in honour of Cpl.
John R. Crowther, who was officially reported killed in action in Italy, May 24th, 1944.
The service will be at 3 o’clock. Rev. E. N. Grant will officiate and military personnel
will attend. All friends are invited to join this tribute.
Wednesday, July 5th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Memory of Cpl. Crowther Honoured at Service
Capacity Crowd Pays Tribute at Hillier – Gave Life in Italy
On Sunday last, an impressive Memorial service was held at Christ Church,
Hillier, in memory of Corporal John Richard Crowther, a former resident of the township
and a member of Christ Church, who paid the supreme sacrifice in Italy last May. The
church was decorated for the service in memory of one of its former sons.
Many beautiful floral tributes were placed in the sanctuary, among them being
wreaths from the Officers and N.C.O.’s of Support Company, Westminster Regiment,
and Officers and N.C.O.’s of “D” Company, Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment, 2nd
Battalion (R) and from Corporal Crowther’s family and friends.
The church was filled to capacity, also there being a good representation of the
members of “D” Company under Major W. A. Davern.
Capt. E. N. Grant, rector of the parish, was in charge of the service and suitable
hymns and Scripture readings were used.
The theme of the address was based on those memorable words of our Lord, as
recorded by St. John: “Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life
for his friends”. The speaker stressed the condition of this Christian precept, and if the
conditions of Christ’s teachings are followed, we are friends of God.
“One must have a supreme love to give himself for his friends, yet thousands of
our young men are doing this very thing today. In such an adventure, one does not count
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the cost, till he is, or has freely given. Today, we are remembering one who gave himself
for his friends. In addition to this sacrifice, Cpl. John Richard Crowther has displayed the
noblest loyalty toward his King and country in his endeavour to check the flow of evil
loosed upon the world. In his adventure, he has demonstrated: “Greater love hath no man
than this”. Many have gone adventuring ahead of us, many have heard the call of
sacrifice, they did this because they were our friends. We may have thought that chivalry
had gone for ever, yet our plain men go away like knights of old to rescue the oppressed,
and to save the world from tyranny.
Men with hearts of compassion, of resolute faith and courage; this is the fibre of
which true Christians are made. Such a spirit would not have us mourn for him; no, this
soldier wants us to look up and catch a glimpse of his new found vision.
His deeds have warranted promotion. He is busy in a great service, greater even
than that of serving his friends, for now he is serving the King of Kings in his heaven.”
(Plot 586B, R24S1)
Wednesday, May 23rd, 1945 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Crowther – In memory of my dearest son, Cpl. John Richard Crowther, killed in
action on Melford River, Italy, May 24th, 1944.
Now he lies in a soldier’s grave
Many miles across the seas.
In answer to his country’s call
For freedom, truth and liberty.
Our hearts are sad we miss him so,
The gap can never be filled,
His gay and happy carefree ways
Remain in our memories still.
For when his task on earth was done
God called him to His side,
To share the joys that he had won
With his gunner side by side.
He fought and died on the battlefield,
His glorious youth he gave,
And now he lies where poppies yield
In a silent, peaceful grave.
Remembered by his Mother and Dad.
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In Memoriam
Crowther – In loving memory of our dear brother, Cpl. J. R. Crowther, who died
in action in Italy, one year ago today, May 24th, 1944.
God took from us brother Dick
When you answered your country’s call,
There never can be another
To take your place with us all.
Your smiling face and pleasant ways
Are a pleasure to recall,
You had a smiling word for each
And died beloved by all.
We often sit and think of you
Of what we used to say and do,
And wonder why you had to die
Without a chance to say good-bye.
Gone dear brother, gone forever,
How we’ll miss your loving face
But you left us to remember,
None on earth can take your place.
Sadly missed by sisters, Mrs. Beatrice Comy, Ann and brothers George and Dan.
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Thursday, June 2nd, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Master Donald Grant was seven years old last Friday, the 27th day of May, 1927,
when he entertained seven of his boy friends. Of course, his birthday cake had seven
candles. Seven is surely his lucky number.
Wednesday, July 12th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Fl-Lt. Grant Lost Life When Planes Collided
Victim of Accident, Consecon Boy Killed at Advanced Airfield in France
Flight Lieut. Charles Donald Grant, son of Mrs. Hugh Weir, Consecon, lost his
life during air operations at 7.45 pm, according to official advice received Friday from
the R.C.A.F. Casualties Officer, overseas. The message stated, “The aircraft of which he
was the sole occupant, collided with another aircraft while taking off from an advance
airfield in France.”
Fl. Lt. Grant was born at Cold Creek, near Hillier, May 27th, 1920, a son of Mrs.
Hugh Weir and the late Chas. W. Grant. The family moved to Wellington in October
1936, owing to the illness of Mr. Grant, who passed away in March 1937. Remaining
there until October 1938, Donald worked on the Canadian Canners farm under Mr. H.
Cleminson. Returning to the farm at Cold Creek, though only 18 years of age, Donald
operated the farm there for two years, selling out in 1940 as he had applied for service in
the air force as a pilot.
Donald first attended Cold Creek School and later the Continuation school at
Wellington, where he secured the first year in Upper school.
On October 24, 1940, Donald enlisted at Toronto, and trained at Brandon,
Calgary, Regina, and Prince Albert. He graduated as a pilot at Dauphin, Manitoba in June
1941. He was posted to Trenton, where he took a course as an instructor. After three days
there, he was commissioned as a Pilot Officer, going to Dunnville as an instructor. There
he received his promotion to the rank of Flying Officer and served as Deputy Flight
Commander. At Dunnville, from Sept 1941 until July 1943, he was promoted to Flight
Lieut. before going to Bagotville, Quebec. He remained there until August 1943, training
as a fighter pilot. On September 1st, 1943, he landed overseas, having completed his last
course in Canada at the top of the class. He was a clever student and revealed an aptitude
for the branch of service he had chosen. Overseas he flew a spitfire with the Red Indian
Squadron. He was playing a part in the success of the invasion when the accident brought
to a close a young and gallant life.
Donald was a member of Christ Church (Anglican), at Hillier, attending the
Sunday school there and manifesting interest in the general work of the church. He also
assisted in the young people’s work of the United Church there.
Don was keenly interested in sports, enjoying hockey, baseball, badminton and
tennis, and while overseas, he and his brother enjoyed golfing together. He was a clever,
clean-living, friendly and courteous young man, who made a wide circle of friends who
mourn his passing. He was a devoted son, whose first thought was for his loved ones.
War, unfortunately, claims the best of manhood, and Donald was one of these. He
gallantly gave his life in defence of principles held dear by us and his memory will ever
be enshrined in the hearts of those he leaves behind.
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Left to mourn are: his mother, Mrs. H. Weir; a brother, Pte. Douglas Grant,
R.C.O.C., 3rd Cdn Division, and now in France according to his mother dated June 19;
also a sister, Janet (Mrs. Ralph Kimmett), Deseronto, to whom the sympathy of many
friends is extended. (Plot 24A, R2S12)
Full Military Honours Were Accorded Fl-Lt. Grant
Letter from C. O. of Unit Pays Tribute to Consecon Boy
The following letter of sympathy was received by Mrs. Hugh Weir, Consecon:
Dear Mrs. Weir,
You will have been notified by now, that your son, Flight Lieutenant C. D. Grant, has
been killed on Active Service overseas. I am writing this to offer sincerest condolences
on behalf of the Squadron and myself.
Flight Lieutenant Grant was instantly killed in a collision with another aircraft on
the evening of June 25th (1944). It was one of those unfortunate incidents which do
happen in flying and there can be and has been no responsibility attached to anyone for
the accident.
Your son was buried in a Military Cemetery with full military honours on June
th
26 and the location of his grave will be given to you when security regulations permit.
Photographs have been taken of both the service and the grave and will be forwarded to
you eventually. His personal kit has been inventoried by this unit and will eventually be
returned to you through the appropriate channels.
I feel that I must tell you that the loss of your son was felt very keenly by us all.
He was both an extremely capable pilot and a very popular member of the Squadron. I
had the highest personal regard for him and we all regret that he met his death in such a
tragic way. If I can be of any further assistance in any way, please don’t hesitate to call
on me; as a personal friend of Donald’s, I should be only too glad to help.
In closing, may I offer the sincerest sympathy from myself and all members of the
Squadron.
Very sincerely yours,
W. A. G. Conrad, D.F.C.,
Squadron Leader,
Officer Commanding,
No. 421 Squadron, R.C.A.F.
King and Queen Send Sympathy
The following card was received Saturday by Mrs. Mary Weir, Consecon, from
Buckingham Palace:
The Queen and I offer you our heartfelt sympathy in your great sorrow.
We pray that your country’s gratitude for a life so nobly given in its service may
bring you some measure of consolation.
George R. I.
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Douglas Grant, son of Mrs. Hugh Weir, Consecon, who is serving in France, has
been promoted to rank of Corporal. His brother, Fl. Lt. Donald Grant gave his life in
France, June 25th, when his plane collided with another in mid-air operations. Address
C98439, Cpl. W. D. Grant, 3rd. Cdn. Inf. Div., Ordnance Field Park. R.C.O.C., B.W.E.F.,
France.
Mrs. Hugh Weir, Consecon, has received the following information concerning
her son, Flight Lieutenant Donald Grant, who lost his life when his aircraft collided in the
air after taking off from an airfield in France. The R.C.A.F. Casualty Officer, Ottawa,
stated that advice had been received from the R.C.A.F. Casualties Officer Overseas
which stated that her son, Flight Lieutenant Charles Donald Grant, was buried on June
26th, 1944, in Airomanches Military Cemetery, Plot B4, Airomanches, France.
Chaplain Forth, H.Q., 3rd. Cdn. Inf. Div., Canadian Army Overseas; B.W.E.F.,
wrote as follows:
Dear Mrs. Weir,
Yesterday I had a talk with your son, Cpl. Douglas Grant, who is feeling very
badly over the death of his brother, Donald, in the R.C.A.F. I gave him what consolation I
could and promised to write to you about him.
He is in good health, and after the shock of Donald’s death wears off, I feel he
will be his normal self again. He is a very fine soldier, well spoken of by his officers and
fellow soldiers, and is doing his share in the Invasion of Europe.
May I add a note of sympathy to you in your great loss. No words of mine can
assuage the grief you must feel, but I am sure you are justly proud of the sacrifice that
Donald has made. Donald is with God, and has gone into Immortality by the pathway of
Glory. He is now at peace and would not have you grieve over him. May God send you
the blessing of His gracious consolation.
If there is anything I can do for you at any time, I will be glad to be of service.
With kindest regards, I remain, sincerely yours,
John W. Forth,
H/Major,
Asst. Sr. Chap.,
3 C.I. Div.
Wednesday, June 25th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Grant – In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Fl.-Lt. Chas. Donald
Grant, who was killed in France, June 25th, 1944.
His bright blue eyes and cheerful face
Are so pleasant to recall
He had a loving word for each,
And dies beloved by all.
Ever remembered by Mother and Hugh, Douglas and Janet.
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Wednesday, October 18th, 1944 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
Mrs. Lydia Johnson, widow of the late Bert Johnson passed away at the home of
her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Taylor. The funeral was held on
Thursday afternoon from the Trinity Church, with Rev. E. N. Grant in attendance and at
the graveside. The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful. Burial at Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 118, R5S10)
Deaths
Johnson – In Consecon, on Monday, October 9th, 1944, Lydia Sarah Lloyd,
widow of Gilbert Palmer Johnson, in her eighty-third year. Funeral from the residence of
her daughter, Mrs. Roy Taylor, service at Holy Trinity Church, Thursday, October 12th,
the Rev. E. N. Grant, officiating. Internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot
118, R5S10)
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Wednesday, March 21st, 1945 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The burial of the late Mrs. Willet Kirk of Trenton took place on Saturday in the
family plot at Hillier Cemetery. The late Mr. and Mrs. Kirk were former residents on the
3rd Concession of Hillier, owning the farm where Mr. Will Benway now lives. To her
sorrowing relatives Hillier extends deepest sympathy. (Plot 371, R15S13)
Obituary
Mrs. Sarah Ann Kirk
Sarah Ann Kirk, beloved mother of Mrs. Nellie carter, Trenton and Mrs. Agnes
Zufelt Consecon, died very suddenly at her late residence, 47 Queen Street, Trenton,
Wednesday, March 14th, in her 86th year.
The late Mrs. Kirk was born in Hillier, daughter of the late James and Jane
Carleton, but had resided for many years in Trenton. Her husband, the late Willet Kirk,
predeceased her twenty-two years ago. She was an ardent member of St. George’s
Anglican Church, from where the service was held on Saturday, March 17th. Rev. K.
Blachford officiated. Internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 371, R15S13)
Friday, March 23rd, 1945 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Willet B. Kirk
On Wednesday, March 14th, there passed away very suddenly at her home in
Trenton, a highly esteemed resident in the person of Sarah Ann Kirk, beloved wife of the
late W. B. Kirk. The deceased was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Carleton
and was born in Hillier Township at Carleton Point on January 10th, 1860. On February
28th, 1881, she married W. B. Kirk and they resided on their farm in Hillier until thirtysix years ago when they retired from farm life and removed to Trenton.
Christ Church, Hillier, was the church of her childhood and early life. Of a
cheerful, optimistic and pleasing personality, she made many friends who sincerely regret
her passing and by whom she will be held in sincere and grateful memory.
For oh! the fragrance of life lives on,
When life is past and earthly days are done.
Surviving are two daughters: Mrs. Nellie Carter of Trenton and Mrs. W. V. Zufelt
(Agnes) of Consecon; also a niece, Mrs. L. K. Leavens, Hillier. Her husband passed away
some twenty-two years ago, a son, Jimmy, in 1898, and a sister, Nellie Payne, in 1897.
The bereaved have the sympathy of many friends.
The funeral service was held on the afternoon of Saturday, March 17th, from her
residence to St. George’s Anglican Church, Trenton, and was conducted by Rev. K.
Blachford assisted by Rev. William Robinson of Tweed, a dearly loved personal friend.
Following the service, the funeral cortege proceeded to Hillier where internment was
made in the family plot in Christ Church Cemetery. The bearers were: W. H. Ireland,
William House, W. H. Heaney, William Watson, Jack Christie and Dr. Hedley Wright.
The floral tributes were lavishly beautiful, among them being messages and
flowers from Mrs. Carter’s friends in the States. In loving memory of a dear friend a
generous donation was received from Miss A. Hayes, Trenton, to be applied to the
building fund of Christ Church.
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Among those from a distance attending the obsequies were: His Lordship, the Rt.
Rev. William L. Wright, Bishop of Algoma; Rev. Joseph Wright, padre in the Air Force;
Mr. John L. Wright, principal of Boys’ School, Aurora; Miss Mary Kirk, Toronto; Mr.
and Mrs. McLean Grant and Miss Ruth Grant, Toronto; Mr. Ewan McLean, Toronto;
Mrs. J. DePencier Wright, and Mrs. R. M. Hamilton of Kingston and Rev. and Mrs.
Grant, Wellington.
“Leaves have their time to fall,
And flowers to wither at the north wind’s breath –
And stars to set – but all,
Thou hast all seasons for thine own, O Death.” (Plot 371, R15S13)
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Wednesday, April 25th, 1945 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
The community extends sincere sympathy to the sons of the late Mrs. W. T. King
in their recent bereavement. (Plot 388, R16S20)
Deaths
King – At Wellington, on Sunday, April 22nd, 1945, Louise Adella Ruttan, wife of
the late Rev. Walter Thomas King, and dear mother of Leopold of Windsor, Harold of
Detroit, Travers of New York City and Arthur of Cotlant, New York. Funeral service on
Wednesday, April 25th at 2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church, Wellington. Internment in
Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 388, R16S20)
Wednesday, October 22nd, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Ruttan – In loving memory of my dear neice, Ada Louise Ruttan, who died on
October 21st, 1945.
Forget you beloved, how can I,
The scent of a dew loved flower,
The song of a bird in the twilight,
Recalls every perfect hour.
Forget you on waking or sleeping
I wonder on pathways we knew,
Till my heart overshadowed and songless
Half breaks with the thought of you.
Forget you my spirit is calling
Your name all the long day through,
Till at night in my dreams I am lying
In tears on the heart of you.
Ever remembered by Uncle Andy.
In Memoriam
Ruttan – In loving memory of my dear mother, Ada Louise Ruttan, who departed
this life on October 21st, 1945.
Her life is a beautiful memory
Her death is our silent grief
She sleeps in God’s beautiful garden,
In sunshine and perfect peace
So we leave her in God’s keeping
The rough road safely o’er
And my dear mother I loved so well
Has only gone before.
Sadly missed but always remembered by son Cecil and wife.
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Wednesday, August 1st, 1945 (Picton Gazette)
Bloomfield man killed when car falls on him
John Bandy was fatally injured last Thursday, when the car he was repairing fell
on him. He was beneath the car, when a jack holing it up collapsed and he was pinned
beneath the car springs and the ground. He suffered severe chest injuries and death is
believed to have been almost instantaneous. He was alone at the time and his body was
not found until some time later. No inquest will be held, Coroner Dr. D. A. ____thall
said. The death of Mr. Bandy, father of four young children, cast a gloom over the
community. He was in his 35th year.
Mr. Bandy had been employed by Gough Bros. since last fall. During the
afternoon he had gone to his home to do some work. When he did not return to the barn
for chores, Mr. Gough investigated and discovered the tragedy.
Mr. Bandy and family had resided in the County for several years, coming here
from North Hastings County.
The funeral was held in Bloomfield United Church, Sunday afternoon and was
largely attended. There were many floral tributes. Rev. M. Buttars delivered a message of
hope and comfort. Mrs. Harold Thompson sang, “My Ivory Palace Home”. Internment
was in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 323B, R14S2)
Deaths
Bandy – In Hallowell, July 26th, 1945, John Bandy in his 35th year. Funeral at
Bloomfield United Church, July 29th. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 323B, R14S2)
Friday, August 10th, 1945 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
John Bandy
The death occurred suddenly on Thursday, July 26th, at Bloomfield, of John
Bandy, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert bandy of New Carlow. He resided in Prince
Edward County for several years. The last few months he had been employed on the farm
of Gough Bros., Bloomfield.
He is survived by his widow, who is the former Blanche Grant of McArthur’s
Mills, four small children, three brothers: Emerson of Bloomfield, James of Trenton,
Lawrence of New carlow; one sister, Mrs. Herman Wodzak of Maynooth. Two sisters
passed away several years ago.
The funeral was held in Bloomfield United Church, Sunday afternoon, July 29th,
and was largely attended by relatives and friends. There were many beautiful floral
tributes.
The Rev. Melville Buttars spoke words of hope and comfort to the sorrowing
family who have the sympathy of the entire community in their great loss. Mrs. Harold
Thompson sang, “My Ivory Palace Home”.
The pall bearers were: Robert Vandusen, Benny Vandusen, James Vandusen,
Charlie Wannamaker, Oliver Wannamaker and Edward Foran. Internment was in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 323B, R14S2)
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July 10th, 1946 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Samuel Simmons
There passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alice Trounce, Hillier, an
esteemed resident in the person of Samuel Simmons. He had borne his suffering with
patience and fortitude. Born in London, England, 85 years ago, he was the youngest son
of William and Phoebe Simmons, Stratford, Essex. He was the last surviving member of
a family of four sons and three daughters.
Mr. Simmons came to Canada in 1906 with his wife and family of eight. He spent
two years in Bloomfield and 38 years in Hillier. Though of a quiet and reserved nature,
he will be missed by friend and neighbours.
His wife predeceased him. Left to mourn his loss are: Samuel in the USA, Mary
Thomas, Port Colborne; Mrs. Paine of Weston and Mrs Trounce, Hillier. William,
Daniel, Frederick and Caroline predeceased him.
The funeral was held at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington. The many
lovely floral tributes from family and friends included one from neighbours and friends
and one from the International Nickel Company, Port Colborne. (Plot 103A, R5S1)
[Ainsworth Funeral Home records give June 27th as the date of death.]
1947
Alva Dainard Dies in Kingston Hospital
Alva Dainard, 1st Concession of Ameliasburg, died in Kingston Hospital Friday
evening (April 11th, 1947), following a lengthy illness. He was 87 years old. Funeral
service took place Monday afternoon in Belleville with burial taking place in Hillier
cemetery.
Born at Milford 87 years ago, Alva Dainard was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs.
Alva Dainard. All his life was passed in Prince Edward County. In religion he was a
member of the Anglican Church at Hillier.
Surviving are six daughters: Mrs. Fred (Annie) Preston, Bloomfield; Mrs. Oscar
(Violet) Preston, Rednersville; Mrs. Nester (Ethel) Soderberg, Belleville; Mrs. Daniel
(Norma) Garrison, Ameliasburg; and Mrs. Carl (Elsie) Guest, Toronto; and four sons:
Finley of British Columbia; William of Hillier, Alva of Belleville, and Arthur of
Ameliasburg; one sister: Mrs. Robert Thompson of Wellington. (Plot 261, R12S1)
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Wednesday, June 11th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Deline – On Thursday, June 5th, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Maxwell,
Bowerman’s, Ida Deline, in her 83rd year. Funeral on Sunday, June 8th, from her late
residence. (Plot 364, R16S2)
Friday, June 27th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Alfred Deline
On June 5th, Mrs. Alfred Deline passed peacefully to her eternal rest in her 83rd
year. She had been confined to her bed for about a week.
Mrs. Deline was born Ida Harten of Richmond Township. In 1883 she married
Alfred Deline of Lime Lake. They resided at Marlbank for a number of years before
coming to Prince Edward County. While residents of Consecon, her son Albert
predeceased her 27 years ago and her husband 25 years ago. Since then she had resided at
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Maxwell, where she passed away.
Left to mourn the loss of this fine Christian lady are her two daughters: (Edna)
Mrs. Fred Maxwell and (Millie) Mrs. E. Alexander of Hillier; three grandchildren:
Claude Maxwell, Mrs. Don Parks and Ray Alexander; four great grandchildren: Donna
Parks, Murray Alexander, Marilyn and Gene Maxwell, besides a host of friends.
Funeral was held from her late residence on Sunday with internment at Hillier
Cemetery, with the service conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. F. Lane of Wellington. Pall
bearers were: Hugh Weir, Charles McFaul, Walter Wilson, Murney Parks, Ray Ferguson
and Herb Taylor. (Plot 364, R16S2)
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Friday, June 20th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Forsyth – In Hillier, Tuesday, June 17th, 1947, Mary Edith Abbot, wife of George
Forsyth in her 43rd year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Service on Thursday,
June 19th at 2 p.m. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 175B, R8S9)
Consecon
Sympathy is extended to Mr. George Forsyth in the loss of a loving wife who
passed away on Tuesday evening of this week. (Plot 175B, R8S9)
Wednesday, June 25th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. George Forsyth
The Consecon community was shocked to learn of the death of Mary Edith
Forsyth, wife of George Forsyth, who passed away at her home on Tuesday afternoon,
June 17th.
She was born at Glen Ross on the 9th Concession of Sidney on July 25th, 1904.
Twenty-one years of her married life had been spent near Consecon.
Mrs. Forsyth had been in ill health for some time, but had recently shown marked
improvement and was beginning to resume her household duties when death came quite
suddenly. Her happy smile and appreciative manner will be greatly missed in the
community where she was always a faithful friend and neighbour.
Left to mourn her loss, besides her husband, is one daughter, Mrs. Donald
Alexander, Consecon; her mother, Mrs. Samuel Forsyth, Wellington; two sisters: Mrs.
Charles Johnston, Stirling and Mrs. Robert Shand, Niagara Falls; two brothers: Mr. Frank
Abbot Consecon and Mr. Howard Abbot, Kingston.
The funeral service was conducted from the Wellington Funeral Home on
Thursday, June 19th, with internment in Hillier Cemetery. The floral tributes were many
and beautiful, testifying to the high esteem in which the deceased was held.
Pall bearers were: Messrs. Samuel Danford, Stanley Herrington, Walter Forsyth,
Samuel Forsyth, Harold Simmons and Gordon Alexander. (Plot 175B, R8S9)
Wednesday, July 9th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Janice M. Rattray
There passed away at the home of her parents, Consecon, on June 28th, Janice
Maureen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William B. Rattray. She was in her 4th year and was
born in Prince Edward County Hospital. She had been ill since birth. Besides her parents,
she leaves to mourn her loss, four sisters: Barbara, Sheila, Heather and Cheryl; also two
brothers: William and Glenn, all at home.
Rev. W. H. Bartlett conducted the funeral at the family residence, North Lakeside,
on June 30th. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 279B, R13S4)
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Wednesday, July 30th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Anderson – At her residence, Wellington, on July 26th, 1947, Winnie Nightingale
Anderson, beloved wife of Ridley Anderson, mother of Isabel (Mrs. William Davern),
Wellington, Ontario. Funeral service, Monday, July 28th, 1947. Internment in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 265, R12S4)
Friday, August 8th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Ridley Anderson
An esteemed resident of Wellington passed away on July 26th in the person of
Annie Nightingale, wife of Ridley Anderson. She had been ill for 10 days.
Born on February 21st, 1869, at Huff’s Island, she was the daughter of Joseph
Nightingale and his wife, Mary Preston. All her life was spent in Ameliasburg Township
until moving to Wellington ten years ago. She was a member of the Church of England, a
good neighbour and friend who will be greatly missed.
Survivors are her husband, Ridley Anderson; a daughter, Mrs. William A.
Davern, Wellington; a brother, J. E. Nightingale, Toronto and a granddaughter, Mrs.
Warren Jones, Belleville.
Rev. E. N. Grant conducted the funeral at her late residence, July 28th. Internment
was in Hillier Cemetery. The pall bearers were: Lewis Wallbridge, Ernest Wallbridge,
Thomas Nightingale, John Anderson, Ben Anderson and Fred Morton.
Among those attending the funeral were: J. E. Nightingale, a brother, and Miss
Florence Nightingale, niece, Toronto. (Plot 265, R12S4)
Wednesday, October 22nd,1947 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Saunders – At her residence, Old Chapel Road, Hallowell Township, on
Thursday, October 16th, Mrs. L. E. Saunders. Funeral (private) at her late residence on
Saturday, October 18th. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 335A, R15S8)
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Wednesday, June 16th, 1948 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – At his home, Pleasant Bay Road, late Thursday evening, June 10th,
Andrew Caldwell Alexander in his 80th year. Funeral from his late residence on Monday
afternoon, June 14th. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 423, R18S3)
Obituary
A. C. Alexander
Andrew Caldwell Alexander died late Thursday evening at his home, Pleasant
Bay Road, near Hillier. He was in failing health for six months.
Born at Moneymore, near Roslin, the late Mr. Alexander was in his 80th year and
was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Alexander. For some years he lived at Flinton and
for the past thirty-five years made his home near Hillier. He was a member of Hillier
United Church.
Mr. Alexander was twice married; his first wife was Margaret Matilda Bryden,
and his second wife, who survives him was Margaret Elizabeth Stewart.
Surviving him, besides his wife, are five daughters: Mrs. R. J. (Annie) Brown,
Oshawa; Mrs. H. J. (Ruby) Berguist, Pontiac, Michigan; Miss Marguerite Alexander, at
home; Mrs. Ross (Kathleen) Burke, Kingston; Mrs. Allan (Marion) Nelmes, Chiiliwack,
B. C.; three sons: Wallace Alexander, Harry Alexander and Bryden Alexander, all of
Consecon. All children are of the first marriage. Also surviving are two sisters: Mrs.
Sarah Harrison and Mrs. Ella Baldrick, both of Latta; one brother, Edward Alexander of
Hillier; also twenty-one grandchildren and five great grandchildren. (Plot 423, R18S3)
Wednesday, September 14th, 1938 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Gazette readers kindly remember to send birthday greetings to Lilla Nease, 3894
West 33rd Avenue, Vancouver, for October 3rd, when she celebrates her 80th year.
Friday, July 23rd, 1948 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Nease – At Belmont House, Toronto, on Monday, July 19th, 1948, Lilla Nease,
widow of Stephen Nease, mother of Mrs. W. R. Wood (Freda) Seattle, Fred, Toronto, and
Ronald, St. John, B. C. Service in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, on Thursday. (Plot
378A, R16S10)
Obituary
Mrs. Lilla Nease
The funeral of Mrs. Lilla Nease, former resident of Hillier Township, who died in
Toronto in her 90th year, was held at Christ Church, Hillier, on Wednesday afternoon.
The burial office was conducted by the rector of Wellington and Hillier, the Rev. C. P.
Heaven, who also said the committal prayers at the graveside in Christ Church Cemetery.
Many relatives and friends were present to pay a last tribute.
The bearers were: King Terry, Frederick Morton, Joseph Holmes, Percy Wilson,
Lorne Crandall and John Campbell. (Plot 378A, R16S10)
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Friday, December 31st, 1948 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – At Hillier, Tuesday, December 21st, George W. Alexander aged 59
years. Funeral at Christ Church, Hillier, December 23rd. Internment in Christ Church
Cemetery. (Plot 445, R18S20)
Obituary
G. W. Alexander Dies at Hillier
The death occurred at his home at Hillier on Tuesday, December 21st, of George
W. Alexander, aged 59 years. He had not been in good health for five months. A life-long
resident of Hillier, he was held in high esteem. He was a member of the Presbyterian
Church. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Alexander.
Survivors are his wife, formerly Norma B. Thompson; nine daughters and three
sons: Mrs. John Badgely, Hillier; Mrs. Herman Weese, Mrs. Andrew Haight and Mrs.
Clifford Munroe, Consecon; Mrs. Andrew Carter and Mrs. George Brown, Toronto; Miss
Lorena and Georgetta Alexander at home; Donald, Consecon and Gordon at home.
Mr. Alexander rested at his late residence until service at three o’clock, Thursday,
December 23rd, at Christ Church, Hillier. Rev. C. P. Heaven of Wellington, officiated.
Internment was in Christ Church Cemetery, pall bearers being: Hugh Weir, Norman and
Sherman Foster, Harold Adams, Louis McFaul and Fred Way. (Plot 445, R18S20)
Friday, January 7th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
George W. Alexander
The funeral of George W. Alexander, who died on December 21st at his home in
Hillier, was conducted on December 23rd in Christ Church, Hillier, by Rev. C. P. Heaven.
Internment was in Christ Church Cemetery, pall bearers being: Hugh Weir, Norman and
Sherman Foster, Harold Adams, Lewis McFaul and Fred Way. The profusion of lovely
floral tributes included those from Pleasant Bay residents and Hillier Township
Councillors and officials. There was an exceptionally large attendance of relatives and
friends as a mark of the high esteem in which he was held.
Mr. Alexander for many years successfully managed the large stock and grain
farm of the late McGregor Young. During the last few years he was also a valued
foreman of the Hillier Road system. He was mail courier for Hillier Route No. 2 for 18
years and had the best wishes of all the box holders on his route. He served as a trustee of
Hillier School. Blessed by a large family, the home was the scene of many happy gettogethers.
Born in Hillier, all his life was spent in the township. He was born June 1st, 1888,
a son of William Alexander and his wife Ella Weeks.
Survivors are his wife, formerly Norma B. Thompson; nine daughters and three
sons: Mrs. John Badgely, Hillier; Mrs. Herman Weese, Mrs. Andrew Haight, Mrs.
Clifford Munroe, Consecon; Mrs. Milton Caster and Mrs. George Brown, Toronto; Mrs.
Hazen Gould, Trenton; Miss Lorena and Georgetta at home; Wallace at home; Donald,
Consecon and Gordon at home. (Plot 445, R18S20)
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Wednesday, January 5th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Anderson – At his home, Wellington, Thursday, December 30th, 1948, after a
lingering illness, Ridley Anderson, in his 88th year, beloved husband of the late Annie N.
Anderson and dear father of Isabel (Mrs. William Davern). Funeral from his late
residence on Saturday, January 1st, 1949. Internment Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 266, R12S5)
Wellington
Ridley Anderson passed away at his home in Wellington on Thursday, December
th
30 , after a lingering illness. He was in his 88th year. He was the husband of the late
Annie N. Anderson and dear father of Isobel (Mrs. W. A. Davern). The funeral service
was held from his late residence on Saturday, January 1st. Internment was made in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 266, R12S5)
Wednesday, January 12th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Ridley Anderson
Following a lengthy illness, Ridley Anderson passed away at his home in
Wellington on December 30th. He was born on April 13th, 1861, at Mountain View, a son
of John Anderson and his wife, Mary Roblin. He resided at Mountain View until eleven
years ago when he move to Wellington. He farmed on the 2nd Concession of
Ameliasburg. He was a member of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Wellington, and in
politics he was a Conservative. He was the last surviving member of a family of eleven.
His wife, Annie Nightingale Anderson, predeceased him 18 months ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. William Davern, Wellington and a granddaughter,
Mrs. Warren Jones, Belleville.
The funeral was held at his late residence on January 1st, Rev. C. P. Heaven
officiating. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery, pall bearers being: Charles Bailey,
Edward Bailey, Clarence Bovay, William Adams, Harry Pierson and Douglas Taylor.
(Plot 266, R12S5)
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Wednesday, January 5th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Carley – In Prince Edward County Hospital, Picton, on Saturday evening, January
st
1 , Philip F. Carley, 3rd Concession of Ameliasburgh Township in his 90th year; husband
of the late Josephine Carley and the father of Cecil Carley and the late Wray Carley.
Funeral at the Weaver Funeral Home, Trenton, Tuesday afternoon, January 4th.
Entombment St. Geoerge’s Cemetery. (Plot 608A, R25S9)
Friday, January 7th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
P. F. Carley Dies in 90th year
In his 90th year, Philip Francis Carley passed away at Prince Edward County
Hospital, January 1st, where he had been a patient for a week. Born in the county, he was
the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Carley, and one of the few surviving grandsons
of United Empire Loyalist ssttlers in Ameliasburg Township. He was a successful farmer
most of his life.
He is survived by a son, Cecil Carley of Toronto, ten grandchildren and four great
grandchildren. A son, Ray Carley, predeceased him.
Mr. Carley rested at the Weaver Funeral Home in Trenton until the service there
on Tuesday, January 4th. Entombment was made in Mount Evergreen vault. Pall bearers
were: Fred Watson, Toronto; Walter Humphrey, Cecil Blakely, Joseph Dempsey, Paul
Taylor, Norman Tyler and Ernest Hayes. (Plot 608A, R25S9)
Ameliasburg 3rd Concession
Our oldest resident, Mr. Philip Carley passed away on Saturday, January 1st, at
Picton hospital. The funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 4th at the Weaver
Funeral Home, Trenton, with the burial taking place at Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 608A,
R25S9)
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Wednesday, February 9th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Forsyth – At Wellington on Sunday, February 6th, Sam Forsyth in his 86th year.
Resting at Ainsworth’s Funeral Home. Service in the Pentecostal Church on Tuesday,
February 8th. Entombment in the Wellington vault. (Plot 170A, R8S1)
Friday, February 25th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
On Sunday, February 6th, there passed away at his home in Wellington, Samuel
Forsyth in his 87th year, after an illness of many months. Mr. Forsyth was a highly
respected citizen. For a number of years he worked at the carpenter trade and built
Wellington Post Office and several houses in Wellington.
Born in Bruce County on the 17th day of July, 1863, he was one of nine children
of Mr. and Mrs. David Forsyth. He came to Prince Edward County in early boyhood and
with the exception of a few years in the USA and Saskatoon, had resided in the County.
He farmed a number of years near Doxsees and later bought a farm near
Consecon where he lived for several years. Having had the misfortune to break his hip,
he was unable to farm and moved to Wellington. He was confined to his bed for the last
five years. He was patient in his sufferings and expressed a certain hope of a better home
in the life beyond. He was a member of the Apostolic Church of Pentecost, Wellington.
Mr. Forsyth was twice married, his first wife being Miss Jane L. Forshee, who
passed away in 1925. They had one daughter, Mrs. George Kidd (Carrie), Spruce Lake,
Saskatchewan, and three sons: Walter of Hillier, Samuel of Consecon and Harry of
Windsor. His second wife was Mrs. Mabel Abbott of Frankford who survives him.
Brothers surviving are George of Consecon and David of Detroit. Two sons died in
infancy.
The funeral on Tuesday in the Apostolic Church was largely attended and the
many floral tributes testified to the high esteem in which he was held. Internment will be
made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 170A, R8S1)
Wednesday, July 20th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Neal – At the Kingston General Hospital on Sunday, July 14th, 1949, Ethel May
Weese, beloved wife of Malcolm Neal, 222 Queen Street, Trenton, in her 58th year.
Funeral service on Tuesday, July 19th at Trenton. Internment in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot
72, R4S1)
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Wednesday, October 26th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Nind – Died in Wellington on Friday, October 21st, 1949, Alice Martha Louise
Long, wife of Walter Nind. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Funeral at Christ
Church, Hillier, Sunday, October 23rd, at 2.30 p.m. Internment was made in Christ
Church Cemetery. (Plot 355, R15S22)
Friday, October 28th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Mrs. Walter Nind
An esteemed resident of Wellington passed away on Friday, October 21st, in the
person of Alice Martha Louise Long, wife of Walter Nind. She suffered a stroke four
weeks ago. Born in Tyendinaga Township, Hastings County, she was the daughter of
Charles log and his wife Phoebe Moult. The early part of her life was spent at
Shannonville and the remainder of her life in Hillier Township. Two years ago they
moved to Wellington.
A member of the Anglican Church, Mrs. Nind was a member of the Christ Church
Guild at Hillier; also a member of the Women’s Institute and a Past Worthy Matron of
Lakeside Chapter No. 81, O.E.S. A good neighbour and friend, she will be greatly
missed.
Survivors are her husband, two nephews: Arthur and Charles Long and a niece,
Hilda Long, all of Shannonville. A brother, Clarence Long, died at Shannonville in
March 1949.
The funeral service in Christ Church, Hillier, on Sunday, October 23rd, was
attended by a large number of relatives and friends from Wooler, Belleville, Picton and
Shannonville, as well as the immediate district.
Rev. C. P.Heaven, L.Th., conducted the service. The lovely floral tributes
included those from Lakeside Chapter, O.E.S., Christ Church Guild and the neighbours.
Internment was made in Christ Church, Hillier, pall bearers being: Lyle Leavens, J. A.
Alexander, Norman Foster, Harold Adams, Hugh Weir and Stewart Wood. (Plot 355,
R15S22)
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Wednesday, November 9th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Harvey – On Saturday, November 5th, at his late residence near Rossmore,
Ontario, Joseph Harvey in his 82nd year. Resting at Belleville Burial Company Funeral
Home until Tuesday, November 8th, whence the funeral will take place to Christ Church,
Hillier, at 2 p.m. with internment in Christ Church Cemetery. Rev. C. P. Heaven will
conduct the service. (Plot 41, R2S20)
Obituary
Joseph Harvey
At his late residence on the Picton Highway, south of Rossmore, Joseph Harvey
passed away late Saturday evening, November 5th, in his 82nd year. He had been in failing
health for a considerable length of time.
Mr. Harvey was Tyldesley in England, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph
Harvey. Coming to Canada he settled at Hillier, where he had lived until the last eight
years, when he moved to his late residence near Rossmore and lived retired from the
occupation of farmer.
He was an Anglican and a member of Christ Church (Hillier) parish, where he
was caretaker and organist for a number of years. Fraternally, Mr. Harvey was a member
of L.O.L. lodges of Allisonville and Hillier and of the Black Preceptory of Wellington,
No. 930.
Left to mourn his passing are his wife, the former Mary Elizabeth Yates, three
sons: Herbert and Milton of Toronto, and Louis of R.R. No. 4, Belleville; and five
daughters: Mrs. Stanley Young (Amy) of Belleville, Mrs. Clarence Bovay (Rose) of
Wellington, Mrs. Malcolm Hardy (Elsie), Hillier; Mrs. Elmer Minaker (Marion),
Belleville; Mrs. Joseph Sinar (Carrie) of Toronto, and nineteen grandchildren. Three
brothers and one sister also survive; namely: Albert Harvey, Toronto; Ernest Harvey,
Capreol, Ontario; Isaiah Harvey, Atherton, England; and Mrs. Thomas Lewis of
Consecon.
The funeral service took place on Tuesday, November 8th, from the Belleville
Burial Company Funeral Home at two o’clock to Christ Church, Hillier, where Rev. C. P.
Heaven conducted the obsequies, with internment in Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot 41,
R2S20)
Friday, November 18th, 1949 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Joseph Harvey
Joseph Harvey died at his home on the Picton Road, Ameliasburg Township, late
Saturday evening. He was in failing health for some time.
Born near Manchester, England, the late Mr. Harvey was in his 82nd year and was
a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Harvey. For some years he lived in Hillier, later
moving to Belleville and Wellington and for a year and a half lived in their home at
Rossmore. He was a member of the Anglican Church and a parishioner of Christ Church
at Hillier. In connection with the parish he served as caretaker of the church and part time
organist. Fraternally he was a member of the Allisonville and Hillier Orange Lodges and
also of the Black Preceptory 930 of Wellington. Surviving him are his wife, the former
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Mary Elizabeth Yates, of England; three sons: Herbert and Milton, both of Toronto and
Lewis of Thurlow Township; four daughters: Mrs. Stanley (Amy) Young, Belleville;
Mrs. Clarence (Rose) Bovay, Wellington; Mrs. Malcolm (Elsie) Hardy, Hillier and Mrs.
Elmer (Marion) Minaker, Belleville; also two sisters and three brothers: Mrs. Joseph
Sinar (Carrie), Toronto and Mrs. Tom Lewis (Ada), Consecon; Albert, Toronto; Ernest,
Capreol, Ontario and Isaiah, Atherton, England and nineteen grandchildren. The funeral
service was held on Tuesday afternoon from the Belleville Burial Company Funeral
Home, Campbell Street, to Christ Church, Hillier, where the service was conducted by
the rector, Rev. C. P. Heaven, Wellington. Internment was made in Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier. The bearers, grandsons of the deceased were: Rex Young, Harry
Young, Alton Young, Clarence Young, Robert Weaver and Norman Roberts.
Floral tributes were many and beautiful and were: Gates Ajar, wife, Herbert,
Milton, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Minaker; pillow, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Bovay; wreath, Mr.
and Mrs. Stanley Young and family; casket spray, Mr. and Mrs. Mac Hardy; broken
circle, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Harvey; spray, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Lewis; cross, Mr. and Mrs.
Norman Roberts; spray, The Uens family; sprays, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Warren, Christ
Church, Hillier; Graham’s Cold Storage, W. Connors, manager; Graham’s Cold Storage
office staff; basket, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Graham. (Plot 41, R2S20)
Friday, November 5th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Harvey – In loving memory of my father, Mr. Joseph Harvey, who passed away
November 5th, 1949.
You’re not forgotten, father,
Not ever shall you be;
As long as life and memory last
I shall remember thee.
Son Herbert.
In Memoriam
Harvey – In loving memory of our dear father, Joseph Harvey, who passed away
Saturday, November 5th, 1949.
Loving and kind in all his ways,
Upright and just to the end of his days;
Sincere and kind in heart and mind,
What a beautiful memory he left behind.
Fondly remembered by his daughter, Marion Minaker and family.
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Friday, January 6th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Turvey – In Wellington, on January 3rd, 1950, William Dorland Turvey in his 88th
year. Funeral service at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Herb Tubbs, Wellington, Friday,
January 6th at 2 p.m. Internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 227, R10S15)
Friday, January 13th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
W. D. Turvey Dies Suddenly
William Dorland Turvey passed away January 3rd, at the home of his sister, Mrs.
Tubbs, Wellington. The end came suddenly from a heart condition. He was in his 88th
year.
Mr. Turvey was very active and keen until his last illness, and was held in high
esteem by all who knew him. His grandfather was one of the body guards for the Duke of
Wellington and fought at the Battle of Waterloo.
Mr. Turvey was born November 20th, 1862, at Cold Creek, Hillier Township, son
of the late George Turvey and Hannah Smith. This homestead had been in the family 140
years and he resided there until recently moving to Wellington to reside with his sister.
He was a member of the Anglican Church, and in politics a Conservative.
His sister, Mrs. Tubbs, survives. A brother, Samuel James Turvey, died in
November 1944.
Rev. C. P. Heaven conducted the funeral at the home of his sister, on Friday,
January 6th, with internment in Christ Church, Hillier. There were many lovely floral
tributes. Pall bearers were: Charles Carter, Lyle Leavens, William Harvey, James H.
Rutter, Harold M. Nash and William A. Davern.
Among those attending the obsequies were: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ames, Mr. and
Mrs. William Ames, Miss Mina Ames of Codrington and Mrs. Everett Ellis of Wooler.
(Plot 227, R10S15)
Wednesday, March 1st, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Palmer – At Wellington, Saturday, February 25th, John Palmer, in his 80th year.
Resting at Ainsworth’s Funeral Home. Service at St. Gregory’s Church, Picton, Tuesday,
February 28th, at 10 a.m. Entombment, Wellington vault. (Plot 368C, R16S5)
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Wednesday, June 7th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Bedell – Suddenly on Tuesday, May 30th at his home, East Main Street, Picton,
William Davis Bedell, U.E., beloved husband of Deborah Young. Internment in the
family plot in Wellington Cemetery. [Hillier Cemetery Records indicate that he is buried
there next to his wife, Deborah Young, and not in Wellington] (Plot 367B, R16S4)
Friday, June 9th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Of Pioneer U.E. L. Family, W. D. Bedell Passes
William Davis Bedell, beloved husband of Deborah Young, passed away
suddenly at his home, East Main Street, Picton, Tuesday, May 30th, 1950. His death
closes a chapter in a long line of United Empire Loyalist ancestors of the Dorlands,
Bedells, Clapps, Huffmans, Casey, etc. Only three years ago he retired from the family
homestead, 2nd Concession, Hillier Township, the farm purchased by his grandfather,
William Davis Dorland, while still virgin forest. The farm had been in the Bedell family
for 112 years. It was purchased in 1834 for the sum of £160.
Mr. Bedell was born on the farm July 27th, 1880.
His brother, Colonel Thomas Casey Dorland Bedell, M.D., of Bloomfield, passed
away in February, 1946.
Schooled at Niles Corners, Hillier, William Bedell, took a keen interest in the
affairs of his community and county. For many years he was active in the interest of the
Cloverdale Cheese and Butter Company. He was president of the company and also a
salesman. He was an original member of the Wellington Cemetery Board, a project in
which he was active in the creation of the Wellington Cemetery. He was one of the
original members of the Picton Cold Storage development. He was a member of the Old
Age Pension Board in Prince Edward County.
Son of Willet Bedell and Nancy Dorland, he lived on the Hillier homestead until
1947. A man of the old school of integrity, he maintained that sturdy independence and
self reliance typical of his pioneer ancestors. To his neighbours he was “Honest Will
Bedell”. He harbored a rigid code of ethics toward his fellowmen, sincere in his opinions,
but ready to weigh the other point of view. Active in fraternal work, he was a member of
the Royal Arch Masonic Lodge and affiliated with the Independent Order of Oddfellows,
Wellington.
He was a great-great-grandson of Reuben Bedell, who came with the Vanalstine
party of U.E.L.’s. They spent their first winter at Quebec and then settled around
Adolphustown. The original party of U.E.L.’s comprised the Bedells, the Dorlands,
Clapps, Caseys and Roblins.
Originally a Quaker he was a member of the United Church. He was laid to rest in
the family plot in Wellington Cemetery. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. W.
G. Hope Swayne.
Mr. Bedell took an active interest in the preservation of family history. He took
great pride in his colourful framed map of the old homestead with its detail of the various
farm transactions over its 112 years. (Plot 367B, R16S4)
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Wednesday, June 7th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – At Hillier, on Monday, June 5th, Edward Emerson Alexander, in his
th
74 year. Funeral at Hillier United Church on Thursday, June 8th at 2.30 p.m. (Orange
service). Internment to be made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 117, R5S9)
Wednesday, June 14th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – At Hillier, Tuesday, June 6th, 1950, Edward Emerson Alexander, in
th
his 74 year. Service at Hillier United Church, Thursday, June 8th. Internment in Hillier
Cemetery. (Plot 117, R5S9)
Friday, June 16th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
E. E. Alexander
Edward Emerson Alexander died at the home of his son, Mr. Ray Alexander, at
Hillier, on Tuesday, June 6th, after an illness of one year’s duration. He was in his 74th
year and was born in Hungerford Township, Hastings County, his parents being the late
Mr. and Mrs. William Alexander.
For the past 45 years, the late Mr. Alexander lived in Hillier and was engaged in
farming until 1945 when he retired. He was a member of the United Church and at one
time served as a member of the Church Board for some time. Fraternally, he was a life
member of Allisonville Loyal Orange Lodge No. 175.
Surviving him are one son, Ray Alexander, Hillier; two sisters: Mrs. John
Boldrick and Mrs. James Harrison, both of Plainfield; also two grandchildren: Murray
Alexander and Janie Alexander. His wife, the former, Lillis Mildred Deline, died in 1948.
The funeral was held Thursday afternoon from his late residence to Hillier United
Church, where service was conducted by Rev. Walter Kingerley.
Internment took place in Hillier Cemetery. The bearers were: Hugh Weir, Harper
Broad, Albert Tripp, Morley Minaker, Albert Weir and Walter Wilson. (Plot 117, R5S9)
Wednesday, August 9th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hubbs – At Wellington on Saturday, August 5th, 1950, Alida Leavens, wife of the
late George Hubbs, in her 87th year. Funeral service , Monday, August 7th, in St.
Andrew’s Church, Wellington. Internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 294,
R13S13)
Friday, November 10th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Frizzell – At Montreal, Saturday, November 4th, 1950, John Frizzell in his 78th
year, husband of the late Eliza Grant of Hillier, father of Ronald Grant of St. Lambert,
Quebec. Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, November 7th, 10.30 a.m. Internment in
Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 28, R3S16)
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Tuesday, September 4th, 1900 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Messrs. Phillip and Ernest Terry intend commencing at their hops tomorrow
morning.
Wednesday, May 16th, 1951 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Terry – In Hillier on Thursday, May 10th, 1951, Ernest E. Terry in his 77th year.
After resting at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Harold Johnston, the funeral service
was held at Christ Church, Hillier, on Sunday, May 13th at 2.30 p.m. Internment was
made in Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot 201C, R9S14)
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Wednesday, October 16th, 1951 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Carter – At Kingston General Hospital, Saturday, October 27th, 1951, George H.
Carter in his 77th year. Resting at the residence of his sister, Mrs. W. W. Miller,
Consecon. Service at Consecon United Church, Tuesday, October 30th. Internment in
Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. [Masonic Service] (Plot 274, R12S8)
Friday, November 2nd, 1951 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon News
The village extends its sympathy to Mrs. W. W. Miller and family in the loss of
her loving brother, the late Mr. George Carter.
Friday, November 16th, 1951 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Many Mourn George Carter
George Henry Carter died in Kingston General Hospital on Saturday, October
27th. He was born in Plainfield, Ontario, a son of the late John L. Carter and Elizabeth S.
Harris.
For 15 years he resided in Weyburn, Saskatchewan, later returning to Ontario,
where he was employed in connection with a creamery business, from which he retired in
May 1942, to live in the village of Consecon.
Mr. Carter was an interested member of Consecon United Church, where he was
active as the chairman of the Boards of Stewards. Fraternally, he was a member of the
Masonic Order, having been past master of Wadena, Saskatchewan, Lodge No. 87 and
being an honourary member from Weyburn Lodge when he returned to Ontario. In 1902
he joined the Wellington Lodge.
Mr. Carter’s political convictions were staunchly Conservative.
Surviving to mourn his passing are: a son, Charles, of Wellington, and Mrs.
Elizabeth Jones, of Wellington; Mrs. S. S. Elliot, Shannonville; Mrs. V. L. Ketcheson,
Tweed, and Mrs. W. W. Miller, Consecon.
His wife, formerly Lillian Hardy, and four brothers: James, Edward, Wesley and
Robert, predeceased him.
The funeral service on October 30th in Consecon United Church was conducted
under Masonic auspices, by Rev. W. W. Kingerley, assisted by Rev. F. C. Beazer.
Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery.
A profusion of floral tributes testified to the esteem of a wide circle of friends.
Pall bearers were: Messrs. M. Carnrike, W. Kizer, C. Smith, F. R. Taylor, C. Weir
and E. Burris.
Friends and relatives from a distance attending the obsequies were: Mr. and Mrs.
Ernest Barter, Mr. and Mrs. J. Webster, Mr. and Mrs. T. Stothers, Mr. and Mrs. James
Harris, Mrs. E. M. Carefoot, all of Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. R. A. McLean, Hamilton; Mr.
and Mrs. Harry Crowe, Peterborough; Mr. and Mrs. Findlay Harris, Miss Alice Harris,
Belleville; Mr. and Mrs. Findlay Pollard, of Unionville, Dr. and Mrs. Borden Miller,
Gananoque. (Plot 274, R12S8)
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Wednesday, December 5th, 1951 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Our deepest sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. John Embury in the loss of an infant
daughter. (Plot 484, R20S1)
Wednesday, February 20th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hubbs – At Prince Edward County Hospital on Saturday, February 16th, 1952,
Ernest Robert Hubbs in his 67th year, dear son of the late Philip Hubbs and Prudence
Nethery. Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Monday at 4 p.m. Entombment was in
Wellington vault. (Plot 595, R22S11)
Wednesday, March 5th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Ernest Robert Hubbs
In poor health for a number of years, Ernest Robert Hubbs passed away in Prince
Edward County Hospital, February 16th. Born in March 1885, he was the son of Lewis
Philip Hubbs and his wife, Prudence Nethery. He resided on a farm in Hillier Township
before moving to Wellington 18 years ago.
He was a member of the Anglican Church, a fine gentleman and a good friend and
neighbour.
His parents and a sister, Nursing Sister Mary B. Hubbs, R.R.C., predeceased him.
Rev. C. P. Heaven conducted the funeral service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home
on February 18th. Entombment was made in Wellington vault. Pall bearers were: Lancelot
Nethery, Lancelot Davern, Ralph Dorland, King Terry, Fred Morton and William
Davern. (Plot 595, R22S11)
Friday, March 28th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wight – Suddenly at Wellington, Tuesday, March 25th, 1952, Roy Allen Wight in
his 59th year, beloved husband of Laura Bamsay, dear father of Edgar and Barbara (Mrs.
W. Wannamaker). Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home for service on Friday, March
28th at 2 p.m. Internment at Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 332C, R15S5)
Friday, April 4th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mrs. Roy Wight is spending some time with her cousins, Major and Mrs. R. M.
Bamsey, at 1087 Jeanette Street, Windsor.
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Wednesday, May 21st, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Morton – In Hillier, Monday, May 19th, Eliza Jane Anderson, beloved wife of the
late James Morton, dear mother of William, in her 93rd year. Resting at her late residence,
where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 21st at 2 p.m. Internment to be
made at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 255, R11S12)
Friday, May 23rd, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. James Morton
Member of a pioneer family, Eliza Jane Anderson, widow of James Morton, died
at her home near Melville on Monday, may 19th. Mrs. Morton had recently celebrated her
92nd birthday.
She was a highly esteemed resident of the district and enjoyed the respect of a
wide circle of friends both in her native county and Hastings. Mrs. Morton had been in
good health until within a week of her passing.
She was the last member of her family. Active in community work, Mrs. Morton
also took a great interest in the various organizations and general activities of the United
Church within her district.
Born in the Melville district, she resided in that locality all her life. Her husband
predeceased her several years ago.
She is survived by one son, William H. Morton of Melville.
The funeral service was held at her late residence on Wednesday, May 21st, with
internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 255, R11S12)
Friday, June 6th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. James Morton
Eliza Jane (Anderson) Morton, a life-long resident of the Consecon Lake district,
passed away on Monday, May 19th (1952), at her South Lakeside home following a few
days illness.
The deceased was a daughter of the late William Anderson and his wife, Asenath
Ackerman, and was born January 25th, 1860, at the Anderson homestead, Consecon Lake.
She married James Morton and spent her married life at their farm home, South Lakeside.
Mr. Morton passed away in May, 1933.
Although reaching an advanced age, Mrs. Morton was remarkably active and
interested in life. She was a member of the W.A. of Melville United Church, and an
honorary member of the Guild of Christ Church, Hillier. Surviving is a son, William H.
Morton and his wife (nee Ethel Crippen), who have the sympathy of many friends. Three
brothers predeceased her: Robert H. Anderson and Edward A. Anderson of Alberta, and
William H. Anderson of Consecon; also a sister, Mrs. (Rev.) J. N. Wilkinson (Mary) of
Calgary.
The funeral service, which was largely attended, was held at her late residence,
with Rev. Mr. Kingerley, assisted by Rev. C. P. Heaven, in charge. During the service
Mrs. Kingerley sang ‘Abide with Me’ with Mrs. W. McFaul, accompanist. The floral
tributes were beautiful – tokens of the high esteem in which Mrs. Morton was held.
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Internment was made in the cemetery of Christ Church, Hillier, the bearers being:
Howard Palmer, Clarence Carley, Frank Root, Leonard Root, Arnold Cruickshank and
Clayton Cruickshank. (Plot 255, R11S12)
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Tuesday, September 2nd, 1902 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Frank Benway has purchased from the Solme’s Estate the farm in Hillier known
as the Thomas Clapp place.
Friday, December 1st, 1950
Mark Birthday for Frank Benway
Mr. and Mrs. Harper Broad, Pleasant Bay, were home to about 40 relatives on
Monday evening, November 20th, in honour of Mr. Frank Benway’s 84th birthday. Those
present were his three sons: Messrs. Charlie and Will Benway, 3rd Concession of Hillier,
and George of Doxsee’s; three daughters: Mrs. Viola May of Sidney and Mrs. Jack Root,
Consecon, and Mrs. Harper Broad, with their husbands and a number of grandchildren,
also Mr. Benway’s two sisters: Mrs. Alex Tait, Wellington and Mrs. M. Grosse,
Bloomfield.
After a short time in music and cards, the guests were called to the dining room
where delicious refreshments were served by the host and hostess, assisted by Mrs. Joyce
Benway and Mrs. Ronald Jones, Belleville. A lovely cake occupied a place of honour on
the table.
Mr. Harper Broad, as master of ceremonies, called the gathering to order and all
joined in singing “Happy Birthday”. Several were called upon for speeches testifying to
the high esteem in which Mr. Benway is held, to which the honoured guest replied,
saying it was the happiest birthday he had known. All sang “For He’s a Jolly Good
Fellow” and “Auld Lang Syne”. The following verse, composed by Helen B. Anderson,
was read by Mrs. J. Root:
On his 84th Birthday
Tonight we meet with laughter and song,
With greetings gay and handclasp strong
For one who lived for many a year
And inspite of toil and clouds of fear
Has marched along with courage high
And never stopping to fret or sigh.
Tis true his steps have grown slow
And his thinning locks are white as snow,
Tho’ his frame is feeble and weak and bent,
He keps a face of deep content,
For his children six, three girls and three boys,
Although outgrown their childish toys
Look up to him with faces glad,
And with deep respect for their dear old Dad.
And now at the age of eighty-four
We wish him many birthdays more
And while life’s sun sinks in the West
May he enjoy a well earned rest,
And with kindly friends and children dear,
May he live for amny a happy year.
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Friday, May 30th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Benway – At the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harper Broad, Hillier Township,
Frank Elwood Benway, husband of the late Ruth Benway, in his 86th year. Resting at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. Harper Broad, Pleasant Bay Road, Hillier. Funeral service at
Hillier United Church on Saturday, May 31st, at 2 p.m. Internment to be made at Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 409, R17S9)
Friday, June 6th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Frank Elwood Benway
After a six month illness, Frank Elwood Benway, R.R. No. 3, Consecon, passed
away on Wednesday, May 28th, 1952, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harper Broad.
Mr. Benway was in his 86th year.
The son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Benway, the deceased lived in Prince
Edward County all his life, where he farmed until his retirement in 1940. He was a
member of Hillier United Church.
Surviving to mourn Mr. Benway are three sons: Charles and William, both of
Hillier, and George of Demorestville; three daughters: Mrs. Viola May, Belleville; Mrs.
J. Root, Melville and Mrs. Harper Broad, Consecon. Two sisters: Mrs. Alec Tait,
Wellington and Mrs. Annie Grasse, Bloomfield, and one brother: Niles Benway, Minto
Mines, British Columbia.
Also surviving are twenty grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. Mr.
Benway was pre-deceased by his wife, two sisters and four brothers.
The late Mr. Benway rested at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harper Broad, Pleasant
Bay Road. The service was held at 2 pm., May 31st from Hillier United Church, the Rev.
Kingerley officiating. Internment was in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier.
Pallbearers were the grandchildren of the deceased: Frank and Leonard Root,
Gordon, Ronald and Ross Benway and Leonard May. (Plot 409, R17S9)
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Friday, June 13th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Percy Wilson Passes – Had Great Record of Municipal Service
For forty years Clerk of Hillier Township, retiring in February, Ralph Percival
Wilson passed away at his home in Hillier on Wednesday. He was in his 80th year and
had been ill for the past four months.
The funeral is being held in Christ Church, Hillier this (Friday) afternoon at 2.30
pm with internment in Christ Church cemetery.
Mr. Wilson was born on May 26th, 1873, youngest son of J. B. Wilson and Sarah
Nethery. He attended Niles Corners School and Picton High School. He took up farming,
retiring to live in Hillier 30 years ago.
He married Emma Maud Howell on June 25th, 1902.
Mr. Wilson’s record of municipal service was outstanding. He was appointed
assessor in 1899 and a councilor from 1904 to 1908; Reeve of Hillier in 1909 and 1910.
In 1912 he became Township Clerk. Each of these positions he filled with great ability.
He served under 21 reeves and was a tower of strength in municipal affairs.
Mr. Wilson served as secretary of the local Board of Health; secretary from 19191924 of Cloverdale Cheese Factory.
In early life, Mr. Wilson joined Brighton Lodge No. 352 and Trenton
Encampment IOOF, and was also a member of L.O.L. 109 at Hillier. He served as
County Master of the L.O.L. and was a member of the Royal Scarlet Chapter, and also
held the Red Cross degree in the Royal Black Preceptory. For some years he was a
member of Consecon Lodge A. F. & A. M. No. 50. He was invested with 25 degrees in
the different lodges.
Mr. Wilson was a lifelong Conservative and a member of the Anglican church.
He served as roadman for local canners in 1925 and 1926.
Prior to his resignation as Clerk, he suffered a heart attack.
A fine citizen who served his township and county so well, he will be greatly
missed. His good works live on.
Mrs. Wilson survives. A nephew, Fred Wilson, resides in Vancouver. (Plot 472,
R19S10)
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Wednesday, June 18th, 1952 (Picton Gazette)
Many pay Last Tribute to P. Wilson
Many relatives and friends gathered at Christ Church, Hillier, on Friday afternoon
to pay a last tribute to Ralph Percival (Percy) Wilson, who passed away on June 11th.
Included were relatives from Oshawa, Toronto, Brighton, Smithfield and Consecon. Rev.
C. P. Heaven, L. Th., Rural dean of Prince Edward, conducted the beautiful service of the
Anglican Church. Internment was in Christ Church cemetery.
There was a profusion of beautiful floral tributes, including those from Hillier
Township, which he served 40 years as a clerk, assessor and councilor; Wellington L. O.
L 2559, Allisonville L. O. L. 175, Consecon Lodge AF & Am No. 50, Mrs. Wilson,
pillow; Anglican Guild, Hillier friends and neighbours, Mr. & Mrs. Courtland
Sprentmass, Pleasant Bay friends and neighbours, friends and neighbours of Cold Creek
Community, Mr. & Mrs. Leon Elder, Mrs. Ida Sprentnall, Mr. & Mrs. Burton Baxter, Mr.
& Mrs. Harvard Van Cleaf and Gwendoline Noxon, Mr. & Mrs. Wilson Ainsworth, Mr.
& Mrs. Fred Wilson and family.
Mr. Wilson was a warden of Christ Church for many years, an Orangeman, an
Odd fellow, and a Mason and active in all branches of public life. Besides his wife, there
survive two nephews and four nieces residing in California, Massachusetts and Moose
Creek. His parents and four brothers predeceased him. (Plot 472, R19S10)
1952
Mrs. Annie Preston
There passed away in Kingston General Hospital (on June 25th, 1952), Mrs. Annie
Preston of Bloomfield in her 58th year. She had been ill for the last two months.
Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. O. T. Dainard, she was born in Prince Edward
County and resided in the locality all her life.
She is survived by her husband, Fred Preston, three daughters: Miss Rosie, Picton,
Mrs. Mert (Dorothy) Kellar of Wellington and Miss Beatrice, at home. She has three
sons: William in Hamilton, Ronald at home and Harry at Kingston. Also surviving are
five sisters: Mrs. N. Sederberg, Belleville; Mrs. Harry Hollland, Belleville; Mrs. Oscar
Preston, Hillcrest; Mrs. Dan Garrison and Mrs. E. Guest of Toronto, and four brothers:
William of Hillier; Art and Olva Dainard of Belleville and Finlay of British Columbia.
She was a member of the United Church. (Plot 605B, R25S6)
1953
Deaths
Wight – Passed away in Trenton Memorial Hospital, Monday, June 29th, 1953,
Lillian Pearl Wight, wife of Harry Wight, in her 63rd year. Funeral service Wednesday,
July 1st at 2 pm. Internment Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 325B, R14S4)
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1953
Thomas Gilliam Hardy
The sudden passing of Thomas Gilliam Hardy came as a great shock to relatives
and friends on June 24th, 1953. He died shortly after a fall from a load of hay, which was
not thought to have been of a serious nature.
Mr. Hardy was widely known in the township where he spent all his life. He
served as Councillor and Reeve of Hillier Township, was a trustee of Swamp College
School, and for years a director and president of Cloverdale Cheese Co. board. He had
been a member of Orange and Oddfellow Lodges. He was a member of the United
Church, and a supporter of the Conservative party.
Born on December 1st, 1876, at Hillier, he was the son of George Hardy and his
wife Mary Jane Howard. Two sons surviving are: Malcolm Hardy of R.R. No. 1 Hillier
and Howard Hardy, R.R. No. 3 Brighton. Predeceasing him were his father, mother, his
wife, who was formerly Carrie Tinkelpaugh, and a sister, Lillian Carter.
The funeral service was conducted by the Rev. Walter Kingerley of Consecon
United Church at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, on June 27th. Many relatives
and friends attended. Lovely floral tributes were from relatives, friends and the
community. Internment was in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. Pall-bearers were:
Timothy Halloran, William Luffman, Jack Campbell, Walter Forsyth, Wallace Graham
and Wilbert Collier. (Plot 269, R12S7)
Friday, January 8th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Boyle – Passed away in Wellington, Ontario, Wednesday, January 6th, 1954,
Thomas Walter Boyle, in his 73rd year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Funeral
service Saturday, January 9th at 2.30 pm. Entombment Wellington vault. (Plot 429,
R18S9)
Wednesday, January 20th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Thomas W. Boyle
Thomas Walter Boyle passed away at his residence in Wellington on Wednesday,
January 6th, 1954. He was 72 years of age. For many years the deceased had been in poor
health; he suffered a stroke about seven weeks ago.
Born in Cumbermere, Ontario, he was the son of the late Henry and Mary Boyle.
For the past thirty-two years he had resided in Wellington.
He is survived by his wife, the former Mildred Wright of Eldorado, Ontario; two
sons: Cecil of Flint, Michigan and Clare of Trenton; one daughter: Mrs. Hutton Martin
Eleanor) of Cherry Valley and one sister: Mrs. James Price of Timmins.
By trade the late Mr. Boyle was a barber, and an Anglican by faith.
Funeral service was held at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, on
Saturday, January 9th, Rev. C. P. Heaven officiated. Internment in Hillier cemetery. Pall
bearers were: James Cleminson, William Thompson, Burton Tice, William Davern,
Godfrey Upton and Claude Teskey. (Plot 429, R18S9)
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Wednesday, January 20th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – At Hillier, Saturday, January 9th, 1954, Sarah Ethel Alexander in her
th
57 year at the home of her son, William Alexander. Funeral service on January 12th.
Entombment was made in Wellington vault. (Plot 587, R24S2)
Obituary
Sarah E. Alexander
Sarah Ethel Alexander passed away at Hillier on Saturday, January 9th, 1954. She
was born at Lime Lake, Hastings County, August 26th, 1867, the daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Henderson. [Editor’s note – tombstone indicates 1868]
Deceased resided at Lime Lake for forty years and at Hillier for forty-six years. A
faithful worker of Bowerman’s W.A., she was made an honourary member of that
organization a few years ago. She was a member of L.O.B.A., Allisonville. Her political
views were Conservative.
She is survived by one son: W. J. Alexander, R.R. No. 1, Hillier; three daughters:
Mrs. Ross Brown (Lillie), Toronto; Mrs. Herbert Johnston (Helen), R.R. No. 2,
Bloomfield; Mrs. R. F. Wood (Carmelita), R.R. No. 1, Hillier; twenty-three
grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter. Her
husband, Thomas Henry Alexander, passed away in 1936.
Funeral service was held at her late residence on Tuesday, January 12th, Rev. E.
V. Cook officiating. Entombment in Wellington Vault.
Pallbearers were: James Matthew, Robert Wood Jr., Allen Johnston, Clarence
Johnston, Robert Brown and Douglas Brown; all grandchildren of the deceased. Flowers
were received from Melville W.A. and Bowerman’s W.A.
In attendance were mourners from Toronto, Syracuse, Roslin, Lime Lake and
Belleville. (Plot 587, R24S2)
Wednesday, January 27th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Miller – At Kingston General Hospital, Sunday, January 24th, 1954, Muriel
Elizabeth Miller in her 46th year. Resting at the Funeral Home of G. M. Hicks and Son, 2
Centre Street, Picton. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 26th. (Plot 399,
R17S4)
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Wednesday, July 7th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Ethel Stuart
In ill health for some time, Miss Ethel Stuart passed away at the family residence
in Wellington, Wednesday, June 30th, 1954. She was born on May 23rd, 1885, at
Wyoming, Lambton County, daughter of Joseph Graham Stuart and his wife, Margaret
McPherson. She had resided in Wellington since early childhood and was highly
esteemed by a wide circle of friends. She was a member of the Anglican Church.
Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. J. Hutchinson (Mary) and Martha of Wellington;
two brothers: Homer Graham Stuart of Wellington and Earl Stuart of Birmingham,
Alabama. Another brother, Alex Grant Stuart, was killed in action in France in World
War I at the age of 18 years.
Rev. C. P. Heaven conducted the funeral at her late residence on Thursday, July
1st. There were beautiful floral tributes. Internment was in Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. Pall bearers were: William Jackson, Clare Platt, L. H. McClennon, Ralph Moore,
Cory Harris and James Findlay.
Among those attending the obsequies were Mr. and Mrs. George Grant, Kingston.
(Plot 68D, R3S19)
Friday, August 20th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Terry – Passed away in Hillier on Tuesday, August 17th, 1954, Miss Ellen M.
Terry in her 96th year. Resting at the home of her neice, Mrs. Harold Johnston,
R.R. No. 1, Hillier. Funeral service on Thursday, August 19th at 2.30 p.m. at Christ
Church. Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 201E, R9S14)
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Wednesday, November 3rd, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Tripp – At Trenton Memorial Hospital, Saturday, October 30th, 1954, Mary Jane
Tripp, beloved wife of Albert Tripp in her 56th year. Funeral service at Ainsworth Funeral
Home, Tuesday, November 2nd. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
(No plot or tombstone information available)
1955
In Memoriam
Tripp – In loving memory of our dear mother, Mary Jane Tripp, who passed
away, October 30th, 1954.
You can only have one Mother,
Patient, kind and true:
No other friend in all the world,
Will be as true to you.
For all her loving kindness,
She asked nothing in return;
If all the world deserts you,
To your mother you can turn.
For all I can do dear mother,
I go and tend your grave;
And leave behind a token of love,
To the best Mother God ever gave.
Always lovingly remembered by daughter Ruth and son-in-law Ron, and
granddaughter Sally.
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Friday, May 6th, 1955 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Nicholl – Passed away at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Malcolm D. Arthur, on
rd
May 3 , 1955, Mary Nicholl, (former resident of Vancouver B.C.), dear sister of Mrs.
Malcolm Arthur (Margaret) and Washington Nicholl, both of Consecon. Resting at the
Weaver Funeral Home, Trenton, Ontario, for memorial service from the Funeral Home
on Friday, May 6th, at 3 p.m. Internment will be made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier,
Ontario. (Plot 352, R15S20)
Friday, May 13th, 1955 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Miss Mary Nicholl
Mary Nicholl passed away Tuesday, May 3rd, 1955, at Comsecon, following an
illness of a year’s duration. Born on November 25th, 1873, in Bristol, England, she was
the daughter of William Nicholl and his wife Rebecca Montgomery. She resided in
Bristol for 25 years, then in Cardiff, Wales, for 17 years. Coming to Canada she spent 27
years in Victoria and Vancouver, B.C. Several years were spent in Savanah, Lemar,
Jamaica.
Miss Nicholl was a teacher, and a member of the Royal Society of Tecahers
(Great Britain), M.R.S.T. Miss Nicholl was educated at the Redland Girls’ High School
and the Welsh University at Cardiff, Wales. Her teaching career included 17 years in
Cardiff Girls’ High School, Monmouth Boys’ Grammar School, St. Margaret’s of
Victoria, B.C., and in Savanah, Lemar, Jamaica, where her influence for good and her
kindness to hundreds of boys and girls have been felt and appreciated through the years.
She was a member of the Anglican Church.
She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Margaret Barrass Arthur, Consecon, and a
brother, Washington Nicholl, Vancouver, B.C.
Rev. G. Renison conducted the funeral service on May 6th at the Weaver Funeral
Home in Trenton. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Pall bearers
were: Victor Brown, Lorne Alyea, Sam Danford, Ron Taylor, Edgar Simmons and H.
Eager.
In attendance from a distance were Dr. and Mrs. O. VanLuven and Mrs. Arthur
Neilson, Kingston; Mr. and Mrs. Ewen McLean, Toronto. (Plot 352, R15S20)
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Friday, October 21st, 1955 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Sherwin – Suddenly in Prince Edward County Hospital, Picton, early Wednesday,
October 19th, 1955, Jennie Lovina McKnight, beloved wife of the late Fletcher Charles
Sherwin, Hillier, in her 78th year. Dear mother of Mrs. Earl (Violet) Marvin, Wellington;
John Racine, Wisconsin; Charles, Vancouver, B.C.; step-mother of Mrs. D. L. (Anne)
Fleming, Belleville; Mrs. P. C. (Edna) Barnett, Tweed, and Will, St. Catharines. Resting
at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington. Service at the United Church, Hillier,
Saturday at 2.30 pm. Internment was made at Christ Church cemetery. (Belleville and
Madoc papers please copy). (Plot 183, R8S15)
Many Mourn Mrs. Sherwin
An esteemed resident of Hillier passed away in Prince Edward County Hospital,
Picton, on Wednesday, October 19th, 1955, in the person of Jennie L. McKnight, widow
of F. C. Sherwin.
Born on April 1st, 1878, at Cooper, Hastings County, she was one of fourteen
children born to Robert McKnight and his wife, the former Mary Ann Winters.
Mrs. Sherwin moved from West Huntingdon to Hillier on April 12th, 1912,
recalling the date by the fact it was the day after the Titanic sank. Until 1926 they
conducted the general store and post office in Hillier.
Mrs. Sherwin was a member of the Presbyterian Church, later joining the United
Church and was a member of Hillier Women’s Association all her life in the village. She
had been a member of Hillier Women’s Institute since 1912. [Editor’s note – Hillier W.I.
was founded in 1914] At her hospitable home, members of Hillier Township Council had
enjoyed eating their dinner on council meeting days for over forty years. She took much
pleasure in this activity. Though not well last January, she carried on this tradition.
Mrs. Sherwin lived just across the road from the public school for 35 years and
the youngsters always found in her a helpful friend.
A woman of many fine qualities, she endeared herself to a wide circle of friends
by her kindly acts. She will be greatly missed by friends and relatives alike.
Survivors are a daughter: Mrs. Earl Marvin (Violet), Wellington; two sons: John
in Racine, Wisconsin and Charles in North Vancouver, B.C; three stepchildren: Will in
St. Catharines, Mrs. D. L. (Anne) Fleming, Belleville, Mrs. P. C. (Edna) Barnett, Tweed;
three sisters: Miss Mabel McKnight, Mrs. J. (Violet) Stockdale, Mrs. M. (Margaret)
Fitzpatrick; two brothers: Hubert and John McKnight, Toronto, also by six grandchildren
and six step-grandchildren. Predeceasing her were her husband, five brothers and three
sisters.
The funeral service, held in Hillier United Church, was attended by a large
number of relatives and friends on Saturday, October 22nd. Rev. Mr. Cook, Consecon and
Rev. Alfred Poulter, Wellington, conducted the service. Internment was in Christ Church
cemetery, Hillier.
Among the many beautiful floral tributes was one from the Township of Hillier,
Hillier S.S. No. 6, Hillier W.A. and officers of Walker Manufacturing Company of
Wisconsin, were among organizations sending tributes.
Pallbearers were neighbours: Jack Taylor, Fred Way, Clark Clapp, Ross Burris,
Sherman Foster and Delbert Boyle.
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Among those attending the funeral were: from Racine, Wisconsin, Mr. and Mrs.
John Sherwin and son, John Sherwin Jr., from Toronto: Miss Mabel McKnight, Mr. and
Mrs. Matt Fitzpatrick, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert McKnight, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stockdale
and son Gordon Stockdale, and Allan Earl Marvin; from Seagrave, Mr. Liscar Scott and
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Scott; from Little Britain, Mrs. Will Clark; from Tweed, Mrs. Claude
Barnett; from Belleville, Mrs. D. L. Fleming and Mrs. Harold Sloan; Mr. Ernest Sprague,
Hollywood, California; Mr. and Mrs. Ross Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. John Craig and
daughters, Mabel and Elizabeth of Belleville; Mrs. Stephen Mahar, Marmora. (Plot 183,
R8S15)
Wednesday, June 20th, 1956 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Stuart – At Wellington, Thursday, June 14th, 1956, Homer Graham Stuart, dear
brother of Mary and Martha in his 74th year. Funeral service at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home, Saturday, June 16th. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
(Plot 68C, R3S19)
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Friday, July 13th, 1956 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Tripp – Passed away at his late residence, Wellington, Tuesday, July 10th, 1956,
Daniel Nelson Tripp, in his 77th year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Funeral
service on Thursday, July 12th, at 2 p.m. Internment was made at Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 574, R23S8)
Wednesday, July 18th, 1956 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Daniel Nelson Tripp
An esteemed resident of Wellington in the person of Daniel Nelson Tripp passed
away July 10th, 1956, at his residence, following a lengthy illness.
A veteran of World War I, he was wounded during active service with the 28th
Battalion.
Mr. Tripp was widely known as a shoemaker and had also been a mailman. He
was a member of L.O.L. 2559 Wellington, Royal Black Preceptory 930 and Wellington
branch 160 of the Canadian Legion. He was a member of the Church of England, and a
good neighbour and friend.
Born on November 12th, 1879, in Hillier Township, he was the son of Israel James
Tripp and his wife, Deborah Ann Young. He had resided in Ameliasburg and Trenton
before moving to Wellington 31 years ago. He was married in Trenton on October 4th,
1889, to Ina Unger, Rev. B. Greatrix, officiating.
Surviving are his wife, a sister, Mrs. Emma Smith, Trenton and eight children:
Albert of Hillier, Harold at Centralia, Eltha in Toronto, Sam and Elwood of Wellington,
Leonard in Picton, Lee in Belleville and Mrs. George Guernsey (Norma) in Wellington;
also by 29 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
His parents and a brother, Samuel Seymour Tripp, predeceased him.
Rev. R. Gale conducted the service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Thursday,
th
July 12 . Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Pall bearers were:
Walter Way, Charles Carter, Bert Head, Lewis McFaul, Kenneth Conley and William
Morton. There were many beautiful floral tributes. All members of the family were
present, also Sgt. W. E. Tripp from gagetown Camp, N.B., O.S.E. M.S. Keith Tripp from
Halifax, N.S., friends and relatives from New liskeard, Centralia, Toronto, Hamilton,
Frankford, Belleville, Colborne, Trenton and Picton. (Plot 574, R23S8)
Wednesday, August 22nd, 1956 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Mindle – Passed away at his late residence in Wellington, Ontario, Tuesday,
August 21st, 1956, Thomas Blair Mindle, in his 52nd year. Resting at the Ainsworth
Funeral Home, Wellington. Funeral service on Thursday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 585A, R23S13)
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Friday, August 25th, 1950 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington W. I. Honours Mrs. Anderson on Birthday
The August Meeting of Wellington W.I. met in the Town Hall, August 15 th.
Thirty-five members and visitors sat down at 6.30 to a bountiful picnic supper. For a
number of years the poem of the month given has been composed by H. B. Anderson. On
this occasion this grand old lady was our guest of honour. The occasion being her
birthday, all joined in singing “Happy Birthday”, and a poem, written in honour by her
special friend, Laura Bedell, was read. Mrs. Anderson graciously thanked the Institute
and also the tribute paid her by Mrs. Bedell and also said when we reach her age we like
to forget birthdays.
At 8 p.m., the meeting came to order and a warm welcome was extended by the
President, Mrs. Jackson. The Ode was sung, followed by the Creed and the Lord’s
Prayer. The roll call was answered by each member introducing her guest. Collection,
$4.43.
Mrs. C. Blakely, hostess for August, opened the programme with the singing of
“O Canada”.
Current events were prepared by Mrs. E. Pearsoll assisted by Mrs. Blakely and
several members. Mrs. Roy Wight read two poems of the month, the first one by our
guest of honour, Mrs. Anderson, and the second by her neighbour, a regular young
genius, Alex Tait.
A delightful piano duet followed, by Mavis Snider and June Pierson.
Mrs. Phillips gave very interesting highlights of her visit to Gilbert’s Mills
Institute. She concluded her remarks with the “Ten Commandments of the Women’s
Instsitute”.
Mrs. W. Bartlet, President of Malvern?, Ontario, W.I., a visiting tourist, brought
greetings from her Instsitute. She told of their ways and means of raising funds. Many
helpful suggestions were gleaned from her remarks.
Mrs. H. B. Anderson gave a delightful picture of her recent visit to Bath. She
visited the historic home of the Fairfield sisters. She recounted some of the experiences
of the first U.E.L. settlers to Bath and Prince Edward County.While in Bath she attended
their Instsitute meeting when they entertained Amherst Island Institute.
After wishing her many more birthdays with good health to write more poetry for
us to enjoy, the meeting closed by singing The National Anthem.
The next meeting is September 19th, at 8 p.m.
Wednesday, November 28th, 1956 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Anderson – In Wellington, Thursday, November 22nd, 1956, Helen B. Anderson,
widow of William Henry Anderson, in her 92nd year. Service at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home, Sunday, November 25th. Internment was made in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 253,
R11S11)
Beloved County Poetess Helen B. Anderson Dies
Helen B. Anderson, Prince Edward County’s beloved poetess, is dead. Known far
and wide for her homey and inspirational verses, Mrs. Anderson passed away at her home
in Wellington on Thursday, November 22nd, 1956. She was in her 92nd year, but had
remained bright and cheery until the end came peacefully.
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To hundreds of friends will come a sense of sorrow, as it will be to hundreds more
who, through her poems in ‘The Gazette’, and many other papers and magazines, came to
look upon her as someone they knew and admired, but had never met.
Born in Gilead, a mile or so north of Wellington, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert
Blakely, Mrs. Anderson attended the little red schoolhouse in that district, later teaching
in the school where she first received her education.
She taught her first class at Victoria in Ameliasburg. At the time, she received the
magnificent sum of $275 per annum. “But,” she commented, “Board cost only $1.50 per
week in those days”. The highest salary she received in her years of teaching in the
district was $400.
After teaching a year at Victoria, Mrs. Anderson received a teaching assignment
at Salem. Two years there, and she went to teach at Schoharie, a short distance north of
Bloomfield.
After completing a season there, she attended Ottawa Normal School and,
following graduation, went back to Melville where she taught for a period of eight years.
Then back to her native Gilead for one year and following that, she spent the next five
years teaching at Niles Corners, a few miles west of Wellington.
All the years of Mrs. Anderson’s experience were spent within three townships of
Prince Edward County; namely, Ameliasburg, Hallowell and Hillier.
She had watched with pride through the years the success of some of her pupils.
There were ministers, doctors, dentists, druggists and farmers. Others went west to seek
their fortunes.
A teacher, Mrs. Anderson once said, is a learner. He or she must learn patience
and perseverance. They ultimately pave the way to success.
Well Known Writer
Mrs. Anderson was a well-known poetess and writer. She had several of her
works published in metropolitan as well as provincial dailies and weeklies, and in the
sunset of her life still maintained her writing duties. The Gazette had received poems and
news items from Mrs. Anderson only a week or so ago, and she still wrote beautifully.
She married William Henry Anderson, a well known farmer in the Melville
district, who passed away 24 years ago. Eventually, she was forced to give up teaching
due to ill health and spent many years on her farm home before moving to Wellington.
She was predeceased by two brothers: Robert and Frank Blakely, and two sisters:
Libby Aimie Ann (first wife of the late Robert Morton) and Mrs. Thomas (Till) Arthur.
Surviving are one sister: Susan Blakely of Wellington; Helen Arthur of Belleville and
Mrs. Lenora Whyte of Trenton, who are nieces; Mrs. J. C. Alexander Branson, Missouri,
grand-niece and Athur Whyte, Montreal and Dr. Don Whyte, Ottawa, grand-nephews.
The funeral was held on Sunday at 2 pm. From the Ainsworth Funeral Home to
Hillier cemetery. The service was conducted by Rev. A. Poulter of Wellington.
Beautiful floral tributes included those from Melville W.A. and the ‘Belleville
Intelligencer’. At the service, Mr. Poulter read some of Mrs. Anderson’s more beloved
poems.
Bearers were: William and Fred Morton, Harry Carley, William Davern, George
Dorland and Arthur Kinnear. (Plot 253, R11S11)
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Thursday, November 29th, 1956 (Picton Times)
Deaths
Anderson – In Wellington, Thursday, November 22nd, 1956, Helen B. Anderson,
widow of William Henry Anderson, in her 92nd year. Service at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home, Sunday, November 25th. Internment was made in Hillier cemetery. (Plot 253,
R11S11)
Wednesday, April 17th, 1957 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Forsyth – Passed away at Trenton Memorial Hospital, Sunday, April 14th, 1957,
Walter Forsyth, beloved husband of Agnes Sanders in his 63rd year. Resting at the
Ainsworth Funeral Home. Funeral Service at Hillier United Church, April 16th, 1957, at
2.30 pm. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 148, R7S2)
Hillier
Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Forsyth and family in their bereavement.
Wednesday, May 1st, 1957 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
G. Walter Forsyth
In failing health for two years, George Walter Forsyth passed away in Trenton
Memorial Hospital, April 14th, 1957. He had been a patient there for two weeks.
Born on July 16th, 1894, at Allisonville, he was the son of Samuel Forsyth and his
wife, Jane Forshee. Mr. Forsyth spent his childhood days in Wellington. He spent sixteen
years in Saskatchewan and the last 32 years in Hillier Township where he farmed. He
was a much respected citizen.
A member of the United Church, he was an active worker and served as steward
and elder.
Surviving are his wife, the former Agnes Sanders, two sons: Elmer of Camp
Petawawa and Russel of Hillier; two daughters: Mrs. James Elliot (Addie), Toronto and
Mrs. John Preston (Jean), Trenton; a sister, Mrs. George Kidd (Carrie), Spruce Lake,
Saskatchewan; two brothers: Samuel Forsyth of Consecon and Harry Forsyth, Windsor,
Ontario; also by six grandchildren. His mother died April 27th, 1925 and his father on
February 6th, 1949.
Rev. E. V. C. Cook conducted the funeral service in Hillier United Church,
Tuesday, April 16th. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. There
were many lovely floral tributes. Pall bearers were: W. Wright, M. Hardy, Harry
Pettingill, Earle Lumley, Wesley Cunningham and Norris Dafoe.
Relatives and friends were present from Windsor, Havelock, Toronto, Belleville,
Picton and Trenton. (Plot 148, R7S2)
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Wednesday, November 6th, 1957 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Meldrum – In St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, Friday, October 25th, 1957,
Elizabeth Ann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Meldrum, Aylmer, in her 2nd year.
Service at Aylmer and at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Taylor, Hillier, October 27th.
Internment was made in Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 520, R22S1)
Obituary
Elizabeth Ann Meldrum
Springfield, Ontario – Elizabeth Ann Meldrum, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon
Meldrum, R.C.A. F. Station, Aylmer, who died Friday, October 25th, 1957, after a short
illness, was laid to rest in Hillier, Ontario cemetery Sunday afternoon. A service was held
at the Shaw Funeral Home Friday evening, conducted by Rev. George Shields of St.
John’s United Church. Mrs. Robert Charlton played several hymns during the service.
The service at Hillier was conducted by Flt. Lt. the Rev. J. Condon of Trenton
R.C.A.F. Station, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Taylor.
Pall bearers were Kenneth Smith, Vernon Smith, Floyd Taylor and Ross Pound.
Elizabeth Meldrum was taken suddenly ill and rushed to St. Thomas-Elgin
General Hospital. She was in her 2nd year and is survived by her mother, father and a
younger brother, Bobby. (Plot 520, R22S1)
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Wednesday, April 30th, 1958 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Preston – In Hillier Township, Sunday, April 27th, 1958, Frederick Preston in his
th
68 year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Service on Tuesday, April 29th.
Internment was made at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 605A, R25S6)
Wednesday, May 7th, 1958 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Preston – In memory of Frederick Preston who passed away in Hillier Township,
April 27th, 1958 in his 68th year. Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington,
April 28th. Interment was made at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 605A, R25S6)
Obituary
Frederick Preston
The death occurred on Sunday, April 27th, 1958 of an esteemed resident of Hillier
Township in the person of Frederick Preston. He suffered a heart attack. Born on June
23rd, 1890, at Bath, Ontario, he was the son of William Preston and his wife, Lucy Lacey.
Most of his life was spent in Prince Edward and the Quinte district. He engaged in
farming and in railroad work. He was a member of the Anglican Church.
Survivors are brothers: Oscar of Belleville, and Percy of Homebrook, Manitoba;
sons: Harry of Kingston, William of Toronto, Ronald of Belleville; daughters: Rosie of
Picton, Dorothy (Mrs. Merton Kellar) of Wellington, Beatrice (Mrs. Gerald Rowbottom)
of Haliburton; also four grandchildren. Predeceasing him was his wife, the former Annie
May Beatrice Dainard, an infant son Percy, brothers: Oliver, Herbert, William and
Arthur; sister: Jessie, and his parents.
Rev. Geoffrey Rennison conducted the service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home,
Wellington, Monday, April 28th. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery. Pall
bearers were: Wallace McNaughton, Edward Miller, Arthur Clarke, Allan Davis, Ervine
White and Frank Kushner. (Plot 605A, R25S6)
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Wednesday, October 29th, 1958 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Palmer – At Trenton Memorial Hospital, Thursday, October 23rd, 1958, Florence
Young, wife of the late late John Palmer in her 97th year. Rested at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home, Wellington. Graveside service at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, on Saturday,
October 25th. (Plot 368A, R16S5)
Obituary
Mrs. Florence Young Palmer
Another native daughter of Prince Edward County passed away on October 23rd,
1958, when Mrs. Florence Young succumbed to a heart seizure following admittance to
hospital a few hours earlier. Although in her ninety-seventh year she had been enjoying
her customary good health and the pleasure of rounding out her life on the parental farm.
Florence Eugenia Young was born in Hillier Township on the 18th of February,
1862, the second eldest of six daughters blessing the union of Charles A. Young and the
former Ann Sheridan. They passed away in 1926 and 1913 respectively.
Deceased was proud of being able to trace both her paternal and maternal ancestry
back to those intrepid pioneers, the United Empire Loyalists, who left their homes and
possessions in New York State following the American Revolutionary War and settled in
Prince Edward County.
Early in life, Florence became the bride of Reuben Wesley Young (no relation), a
grandson of Stephen Young and Ruby Marsh who came from Vermont after the Peace
Treaty of 1783 and settled in Murray Township, Northumberland County.
Wesley Young died in 1896 leaving a family of three small children. The eldest,
Wesley Sheridan Young, died while on a trip through the western states. A daughter,
Dorothy Young, resides near St. Petersburg, Florida, while the youngest, Miss Vera
Young resides in Toronto where for a number of years she has held a responsible position
in a civic department.
After her daughters were well settled in their chosen vocations, Mrs. Young
married a cousin, John Henry Palmer, well known farmer of the Hillier district. Since his
death in 1950, Mrs. Palmer has made her home largely with one or other of her two
sisters, although she has spent the occasional winter months with one or other of her
daughters.
Surviving to mourn her passing are: the two daughters and two sisters: Miss
Mattie Young on the old homestead at Hillier and Mrs. William D. (Debbie) Bedell of
“The Willows” on White Chapel Road, Picton; a nephew, Lance Nethery, Q.C. and his
son William, Picton; several cousins in New York, Florida and California; Miss Madeline
Young and her sister Mrs. Leila Holmes, Belleville; Mrs. Norman Kidd, Trenton; Mrs.
Addie Cox and E. Claude Young of Wellington.
Respecting the wish of the deceased, a very simple service was conducted t the
graveside in the family plot in Hillier Cemetery, by the Rev. Alfred Poulter of Wellington
on Saturday afternoon, with a number of close relatives attending.
Actig as pall bearers were old friends: Col. William A. Davern, Harold Adams,
Fred Way, William Wright, Roy Hamilton and Sherman Foster. (Plot 368A, R16S5)
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Friday, November 14th, 1958 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hitchings – At Prince Edward County Home on Monday, November 10th, 1958,
James Hitchings, formerly of Rednersville, husband of the late Hannah Hayward, in his
88th year. Service at the Bush Funeral Home, Belleville, Thursday, November 13th.
Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 570A, R23S6)
Obituary
James Hitchings
James Hitchings, formerly a well known farmer in the Rednersville district, died
on Monday, November 10th, 1958, at the Prince Edward County Home in Picton, where
he had resided for the past five years. Mr. Hitchings, who was in his 88th year, had been
in failing health for some time past, but news of his death will be received with deep
regret by his old friends in the Rednersville area and elsewhere in the district. He was a
member of the Anglican Church.
A native of Gloucester, England, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hitchings,
deceased was predeceased by his wife, the former Hannah Hayward. He leaves to mourn
his passing one son, William Hitchings of Darkin, Surrey, England, and two sisters,
Florence and Ellen, both residing in England. (Plot 570A, R23S6)
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Wednesday, June 3rd, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Deepest sympathy is extended to the Lunn family in their time of sorrow. (Plot
475, R19S14)
Deaths
Lunn – In loving memory of William Herbert Lunn who passed away Saturday,
May 30th, 1959, at his late residence at Niles Corners, Ontario, in his 72nd year. Rested at
the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, Ontario. Funeral service, Monday, June 1st at 2
pm from Christ Church, Hillier, Ontario. Internment was made in Christ Church
Cemetery. (Plot 475, R19S14)
Obituary
Widely Known Naturalist Herbert Lunn Passes
William Herbert Lunn died Saturday, May 30th, at his home in Niles Corners,
Ontario. He was in his 72nd year.
Born September 30th, 1887 in Cobourg, Ontario, Mr. Lunn was the son of the late
Richard Caldwell Lunn and Mary Elizabeth Doherty. He had lived in Prince Edward
County for 38 years.
Mr. Lunn retired from the survey department of Canadian National Railways in
1952, after more than 40 years service with the C.N.R. and the Grand Trunk Railway.
An outdoorsman, hunter and naturalist all his life, Mr. Lunn was widely known
throughout southern Ontario and his collection of specimens from the Royal Ontario
Museum in Toronto, was the largest made by any single contributor. His work in the
study of migratory birds was recognized by ornithological societies in Canada and the
United States.
During the active period of his life, his home in Prince Edward County was well
known to naturalists and ornithologists from all parts of Ontario. He was a member of
many naturalist societies, among them the American Ornithological Union, theOntario
Federation of Naturalists and the Brodie Club.
An Anglican all his life, Mr. Lunn was a member of Christ Church, Hillier, where
for some years before his death, he was rector’s warden. He represented the parish at
Synod on many occasions.
One of his special interests was beekeeping, and for more than 30 years, honey
from his hives was widely known throughout the county for its excellence. Its quality
brought many customers to specialty food stores in Ontario cities.
He is survived by his widow, Mary Ann Lunn, two daughters: Mrs. Donald East,
Camp Borden, and Mrs. Ernest Teskey, Wellington; a son: Richard Lunn, Don Mills,
Ontario; a brother: Rufus of Beaverton, Ontario, and six grandchildren.
Funeral was held from Christ Church, Hillier, Monday, June 1st. Burial in Christ
Church cemetery. Rev. J. Rogers conducted the services. Pall bearers were: King Terry,
Warner McFaul and Harry Mounteney of Hillier, Norris Dafoe, Earl Lumley and
Benjamin Ellis of Niles Corners. (Plot 475, R19S14)
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Wednesday, July 15th, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – Passed away at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Clifford Munroe,
Hillier, Ontario, on Thursday, July 9th, 1959, Norma B. Alexander, widow of George W.
Alexander. Dear mother of Mrs. John Badgely, Mrs. Clifford Munroe, Hillier; Mrs.
Herman Weese, Mrs. Andrew Haight, and Mrs. Alfred Best, Consecon; Mrs. Milton
Castor, Mrs. George Brown, Toronto; Mrs. Hazen Gould, Bowmanville; Mrs. Douglas
Torney, Walter Alexander, Kingston; Donald of Consecon, Gordon of Trenton, at the age
of 72 years. Resting at the family residence, Hillier, from Friday evening until the time of
the funeral. Memorial service at Christ Church, Hillier, Monday, July 13th, at 2 pm.
Internment was made in Christ Church cemetery. (Plot 446, R18S20)
Friday, July 17th, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Norma Blanche Alexander
A life-time resident of Prince Edward County and a highly respected member of
the village of Hillier, Norma Blanche Alexander passed away at the residence of her
daughter, Mrs. Clifford Munro, Hillier, on Thursday, July 9th, 1959, in her 73rd year.
Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Thompson, she had been in failing health for
the past six months. She was a member of Christ Church, Hillier.
Predeceased by her husband George W. Alexander, she is survived by nine
daughters and three sons: Mrs. John Badgley (Lugene), Hillier; Mrs. Clifford Munroe
(Margaret), Hillier; Mrs. Herman Weese (Naomi), Consecon; Mrs. Andrew Haight
(Laura), Consecon; Mrs. Alfred Best (Lorena), Consecon; Mrs. Milton Castor (Marion),
Toronto; Mrs. George Brown (Eleanor), Toronto; Mrs. Hazen Gould (Blanche),
Bowmanville; Mrs. Douglas Torney (Georgetta), Kingston; Walter Alexander, Kingston;
Donald Alexander, Consecon and Gordon Alexander, Trenton. Also surviving are two
sisters: Mrs. William Ellis, Hillier, and Mrs. Bertha MacDonald, Picton; a brother,
William Thompson of Wellington; twenty-four grandchildren and two great
grandchildren.
The late Mrs. Alexander rested at her residence in Hillier. The funeral was under
the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Trenton, and was held from Christ Church,
Hillier, on Monday, July 13th, the Rev. J. J. Rogers of Wellington, officiating. Internment
was at Christ Church Cemetery. Pall bearers were: Andrew Haight, Clifford Munro,
Hazen Gould, George Brown, Milton Castor and Alfred Best. (Plot 446, R18S20)
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Wednesday, September 9th, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hegadorn – Passed away at his late residence, Wellington, Monday, September
th
7 , 1959, Herman Arthur Hegadorn, beloved husband of Mary Evelyn Sandford, dear
father of Mrs. C. Gamble (Pearl) Hillier, Mrs. E. J. Seale (Vera) Toronto, Arthur of
Midland in his 84th year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Service Wednesday,
September 9th at 2.30 p.m. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 505A,
R20S18)
Wednesday, September 23rd, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Herman A. Hegadorn
In failing health for the past five months, 83 year old Herman A. Hegadorn passed
away at his late residence, Wellington, Ontario, September 7th, 1959. Born July 13th,
1876, in Athol Township, Prince Edward County, he was the son of Alisha Hegadorn and
Samantha Jane Markland.
A farmer for a number of years in Hillier Township near Pleasant Bay, he retired
and moved to Wellington in 1946. He was a life member of L.O.L. 175 Allsosonville.
Surviving relatives are his wife, mary Evelyn Sandford; two daughters, (Pearl)
Mrs. Clifton Gamble, Consecon and (Vera) Mrs. E. J. Seale, Toronto; one son, Arthur of
Midland, Ontario; three grandchildren and one great grandson. Also surviving are a
sister, Mrs. Annie Hicks of Picton and a brother, Thomas Hegadorn, of Picton. Eight
brothers and two sisters predeceased him.
The funeral was held September 9th from the Ainsworth Funeral Home,
Wellington, the Rev. J. J. Rogers officiating with internment at Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier.
Pall bearers were Harold Adams, Ross Burris, Bryden Alexander, Fletcher
Thompson, T. Halloran and Percy Elliott.
Floral tributes were sent from L.O.L. 175, Allisonville, Erie Resistor of Trenton,
and Midland Footwear, Midland, Ontario.
Attending the funeral from a distance were friends and relatives from Rochester,
Oshawa, Belleville, Bannockburn and Picton. (Plot 505A, R20S18)
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Wednesday, October 21st, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Panting – Passed away at Trenton Memorial Hospital, Tuesday, October 20th,
1959, Salina Panting, wife of the late Herbert Panting of Hillier in her 83rd year. Dear
mother of Lilian (Mrs. Goodkey) of Bancroft, and Delbert of Langley, B.C., and Clifford
at home. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington. Funeral Service on
Thursday, October 22nd at 2 pm. Internment to be made in Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. (Plot 3, R1S2)
Wednesday, October 28th, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. H. Panting
Following an illness of only two days’ duration, Minnie Selina Pitchard, widow of
Herbert Panting, passed away in Trenton Memorial Hospital, October 20th, 1959. She was
born December 9th, 1876, in the County of Lancaster, England, daughter of John Pitchard
and Annie Williams. The greater part of her life was spent in Hillier Township where she
was well and favourably known. She was a member of the Anglican Church.
Surviving members of the family are Lillian Goodkey, Bancroft; James Delbert
Panting, Langley, B.C., and Clifford Walter Panting, Hillier Township.
Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home in Wellington on Thursday, October 22nd,
was conducted by Rev. J. J. Rogers. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. Lovely floral tributes included one from Christ Church Guild. Pall bearers were:
Jack Closson, Harvey Allison, William Alexander, William Benway, Orville Trumpour
and Charles Benway. (Plot 3, R1S2)
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Friday, October 30th, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Donald Kerr Fatally Hurt
Boiler Explosion at Trenton
Donald J. Kerr, 55, of Hillier, was fatally injured Tuesday night in an accident at
the Delft-Gelatin Co. plant, on the Carrying Place Road, one mile south of Trenton. A
stationary engineer, Mr. Kerr was employed there.
Mr. Kerr was struck on the head when the front door of the boiler struck him
following an explosion. The boiler had been converted from gas to oil. A second
engineer, Harry Symes [sic], R.R. No. 5, Brighton, who was standing a few feet distant,
escaped injury.
Mr. Kerr was widely and favourably known and he is mourned by many friends
and relatives.
Surviving are his wife, the former Ida M. Haight, and three children: Madeline
McLeod, Sudbury, Mrs. Jack Tripp (Katherine) of Millhaven and Mrs. Florian Bibeau
(Donna) of Sault Ste. Marie.
Funeral service is taking place at the Weaver Funeral Home in Trenton Friday at
two o’clock with internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
Reporting on the fatality, ‘The Trentonian’ gives the following details:
Kerr was looking through the glass panel of the front door of the boiler to make
sure that it ignited, when the explosion blew the door open, striking Kerr on the head. He
died instantly from the blow.
Third class engineer, Harold Lynes of R.R. No. 5 Brighton, was standing within
18 inches of Kerr when the explosion occurred, yet suffered no injuries. The explosion
broke four east iron lugs which locked the door, swung the door open on its hinges. The
frame of the door was warped by the force of the blast.
The rear door of the boiler, which is about five feet in diameter, and is held by six
lugs and two locking bolts, was bent outwards six inches by the blast. The six cast iron
lugs were broken from the door and the door bent near the hinges allowing the door to
open about six inches. The floor near it was littered with pieces of fire brick from the
inside of the boiler.
Manager J. B. H. Kroeze stated that he had given the engineers instruction to
change the boiler over from natural gas to light industrial oil. At 4.00 pm the men shut off
the boiler preparatory to the changeover.
The necessary valves and switches were changed and the men prepared to light
the boiler at about 4.10. Mr. Lynes stated that he was standing to one side of the door
ready to turn on the valve to start the oil into the boiler and Kerr was standing directly in
front of the door to watch when the oil ignited.
“Then boom, and it was all over,” Mr. Lynes said.
There was very little noise to this explosion, Mr. Lynes said. This was echoed by
Manager J. B. H. Kroeze, who stated that he was sitting in his office when an employee
came running in and told him of the explosion. He stated that he heard nothing before
this.
The following is how the accident occurred, in the words of Harold Lynes, third
class engineer who worked with Kerr and was standing beside him when the explosion
took place.
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“About four o’clock we decided to make the changeover from gas to the industrial
oil. Don Kerr shut off the outside gas valve and we waited until the boiler stopped
running. We exchanged the switches and got the oil pump running. We turned on the
bottled gas to start the boiler. I was standing by the front door of the boiler and was just
starting to turn on the oil. Kerr was looking through the glass door. Then boom she went.
I was right beside the door and Kerr was looking through the window to see when it lit. I
saw the door blow open and just heard a bump. There was hardly any noise at all. Kerr
was knocked to the floor. I called one of the fellows to notify the office. I believe Kerr
was instantly killed. I’ve worked on this boiler since January and we have never had any
trouble of any kind with the boiler since I’ve been here.
The enginners at the Delft plant have changed from natural gas to oil about four
times without any trouble, Mr. Lynes told investigators. Cpl. L. Lyle of the Brighton
Detachment of the O.P.P. is investigating the accident and stated that an inquest will be
held. The Delft Gelatin Plant has been closed pending investigation into the causes of the
explosion. Investigators from Underwriters Insurance Company started their
investigations Tuesday evening. (Plot 449, R18S22)
Deaths
Kerr – Passed away suddenly as the result of an accident, Tuesday, October 27th,
1959, Donald J. Kerr, aged 55 years, dear husband of Ida M. Haight, Hillier, Ontario,
father of Madeline McLeod, Sudbury; (Katherine) Mrs. Jack Tripp, Millhaven, Ontario
and (Donna) Mrs. Florian Bibeau, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Resting at the Weaver
Funeral Home Trenton for memorial service, Friday, October 30th at 2 pm. Internment to
be made at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 449, R18S22)
Friday, November 6th, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Donald James Kerr
Trenton – Funeral services were conducted at the Weaver Funeral Home in
Trnton, on Friday afternoon, October 30th, by the Rev. A. Poulter of Wellington United
Church, for Donald James Kerr of R.R. No. 2 Hillier, who died as a result of an accident
in Trenton on Tuesday, October 27th, 1959. Mr. Kerr was 55years old.
The deceased was born in Picton, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Kerr. He
had lived in Prince Edward County all his life and had been a resident of Hillier for the
past 16 years. He was a member of Hillier United Church.
At the time of his death Mr. Kerr was employed as a stationary engineer at the
Delft Gelatin Company in Trenton.
He is survived by his widow, the former Ida Haight, three daughters: Mrs.
Madeline McLeod of Sudbury, Mrs. Jack (Kathryn) Tripp of Millhaven, Ontario, and
Mrs. Florian (Donna) Bibeau of Sault Ste. Marie; six grandchildren, three brothers: Lorne
of Bowmanville, Lyle of Whittier, California and James of East Meadows, N.Y., two
sisters: Mrs. Charles Austin of Smiths Falls and Mrs. Ruth Kerr of Trenton.
Internment was in Christ Church Cemetery. Pall bearers were: Jack, Jim and Mac
Graham, Gordon, Ronald and Wayne Haight. (Plot 449, R18S22)
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Friday, October 27th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Kerr – In loving memory of Dad, Donald Kerr, who passed away October 27th,
1959.
What we would give if we could say,
Hello Dad, in the same old way;
To hear your voice, see your smile,
To sit with you and chat a while.
So you who have a father,
Cherish him with care;
For you’ll never know a heartache
Till you see his vacant chair.
Remembered by his daughters, Madeline MCLeod, (Kathryn) Mrs. Jack Tripp,
(Donna) Mrs. Florian Bibeau.
Wednesday, December 23rd, 1959 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – At his home, Ameliasburg on Thursday, December 17th, 1959, David
William Alexander, husband of Grace Mitchell, in his 87th year. Service in Belleville on
Monday, December 21st. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 102A,
R3S20)
Obituary
David William Alexander
In ill health for the past three weeks, David William Alexander of Ameliasburg,
died at his home late Thursday afternoon, December 17th, 1959. He was born at Hillier 86
years ago, being the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Alexander and was a successful farmer
in that community for many years, retiring ten years ago to live at Ameliasburg village.
Mr. Alexander was well known and highly regarded in his community. He was an
adherent of the Presbyterian Church and fraternally was a member of Consecon Lodge,
A.F. & A.M. No. 50.
Surviving are his wife, the former Grace Mitchell, one daughter, Mrs. Truman
(Evelyn) Ferguson of Hillier, one son, Eber Arnold Alexander of Belleville. Also
surviving are seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. (Plot 102A, R3S20)
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Wednesday, April 6th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Bedell – Passed away in Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, Tuesday,
th
April 5 , 1960, Deborah Young, wife of the late William D. Bedell, dear sister of Miss
Mattie Young of Hillier, in her 85th year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home,
Wellington. Funeral Service on Thursday, April 7th at 2 pm. Entombment Wellington
vault. (Plot 367A, R16S4)
Friday, April 8th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Many Mourn Mrs. Bedell
Sleeping peacefully away during the early hours of Tuesday morning, April 5th,
1960, another native daughter of Prince Edward County, Deborah “Debbie” Young, wife
of the late William D. Bedell, left this world for her home above with parents, four sisters
and other kinsfolk.
“Debbie”, as she was most informally known throughout Prince Edward County
and the Bay of Quinte District, was the youngest daughter of the late Charles A. Young
and the former Ann Sheridan, born at Hillier on the third day of October, 1875.
For a number of years she taught school in this county, where her former pupils
are innumerable and through their lives have kindly remembrances of her co-operative
efforts toward instilling education.
Following the death of her mother in 1913, Debbie remained at home to care for
her father, who died in 1926.Not long afterwards, she accepted a marriage proposal made
several years previously and became the wife of William D. Bedell of Hillier district.
Since May, 1950, following the death of Mr. Bedell, she has continued to live in the
handsome home known as “The Willows” on the High Shore Road east of Picton.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Bedell were life members of the United Empire Loyalist
Association of Canada. They were God-fearing Christian citizens, who took pleasure in
serving their fellow citizens. Mrs. Bedell was a long time member of the Hillier Women’s
Institute.
Surviving to mourn her passing are: a sister, Miss Mattie Young of Hillier; two
nieces, Dorothy in Florida and Vera Young in Toronto; nephew Lance Nethery of Picton,
Miss Madeline Young and her sister Mrs. Leila Holmes of Belleville; Mrs. Addie Cox
and E. Claude Young of Wellington, and many cousins in New York, Florida and
California.
Entombment was in the Wellington vault, following service Thursday afternoon
in the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington. Rev. Alfred Poulter of Wellington United
Church officiated. (Plot 367A, R16S4)
Hillier News
Friends regret to hear of the passing of Mrs. Bedell at Picton, a former resident of
Hillier. (Plot 367A, R16S4)
Wednesday, April 20th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
The sympathy of the village goes to Miss Mattie Young following the death of her
sister, Mrs. W. Bedell.
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Friday, May 20th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Tucker – Suddenly at the family residence, Gardenville, Ontario on Monday, May
th
16 , 1960, Arthur B. Tucker, aged 56 years, beloved husband of Verna Woof, brother of
Ethel (Mrs. Kenneth Sine) Peterborough, Percy Tucker of Oshawa. Service at the Weaver
Funeral Home, Trenton, on Thursday, May 19th. Internment Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. (Plot 283, R13S7)
Wednesday, July 13th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Terry – Passed away at Hillier, Tuesday, July 12th, 1960, Winifred Niles Foster,
wife of King Terry, in her 69th year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington.
Funeral Service on Thursday, July 14th at 2 pm. Internment to be made in Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 357B, R15S23)
Friday, July 15th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Sympathy is extended to the bereaved of Mrs. King Terry who passed away on
Tuesday. (Plot 357B, R15S23)
Wednesday, July 27th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours for
their acts of kindness, for floral tributes at the passing of a dear wife and mother, - King
Terry, Iona, Sheila and family. (Plot 357B, R15S23)
Obituary
Many mourn Mrs. K. Terry
A highly esteemed resident of Hillier in the person of Winnifred Foster, wife of
King Terry, passed away at her home Tuesday, July 12th, 1960, after a lengthy illness.
Winnifred Niles Foster was born on September 15th, 1891, in Hallowell
Township, daughter of William Albert Foster and his wife, Miriam Niles Jones. She
resided in Hallowell Township for the first six years of her life before moving to Cold
Creek in Hillier Township. Upon her marriage to King Terry in 1916 they took up
residence on the 3rd Concession, Hillier, where they had since resided. For the past
thirteen years, she had been in failing health.
Prior to her marriage she had played the organ for twelve years and taught Sunday
school in Hillier United Church. She was later a member of Christ Church Guild, Hillier,
and served as President. A lady of many fine qualities, she made many friends.
Surviving are two daughters: Miss Iona Terry of CKNX radio station at
Wingham, and Sheila, Mrs. Gordon Foster of Hillier; two sisters and three brothers:
Madeline, Mrs. Charles Bailey, Wellington; Rowena, Mrs. Corey McFaul, Picton;
Sherman Foster, Hillier; Norman Foster, Wellington; Walter Foster, Durango, Colorado;
also by four grandchildren: Jane, Matilda, Terry and Lee Foster.
She was predeceased by her parents and a brother, Canniff Foster, killed in action
in 1918.
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Funeral services were held from the Ainsworth Funeral Home in Wellington on
Thursday, July 14th, 1960, conducted by Rev. R. B. Wright of Picton.
Pall bearers were Fred Morton, Claude Maxwell, Sherman Weir, George McKay,
Rae Ferguson, and Clifford McFaul.
Internment was in Christ Church cemetery.
The many beautiful floral tributes included those from Christ Church Guild,
Bowerman’s neighbourhood, St. Andrew’s Men’s Club, Radio Station CKNX, L.O.L.
No. 175, Baxter Canning Company, Township of Hillier, Federation of Agriculture.
Relatives and friends attended the service from Greencastle, Indiana; Toronto,
Peterborough, Kingston, Belleville, St. Agathe, Quebec; Trenton and Picton. (Plot 357B,
R15S23)
Thursday, July 28th, 1960 (Picton Times)
Obituary
Mrs. King Terry (Hillier)
After an illness of 13 years, Mrs. King Terry passed away at her home 3rd
Concession of Hillier, on Tuesday, July 12th, 1960.
Born September 15th, 1891, in Hallowell Township, she was the daughter of
William Foster and his wife Miriam Jones. She lived in Hallowell for 7 years, then went
to Hillier where her life was spent.
She was a member of the United Church and she played the organ for 12 years in
Hillier Church. She was a past president of the Ladies’ Guild of Christ Church, Hillier.
Mrs. Terry is survived by her husband, of Hillier, two daughters: Iona M. Terry of
Wingham and Sheila Niles Foster, Hillier; four grandchildren: Jane, Matilda, Terry and
Lee Foster of Hillier; two sisters: Mrs. Charles Bailey (Madeline) of Wellington and
Mrs. Corey McFaul (Rowena) of Picton; three brothers: Sherman of Hillier, Norman of
Wellington and Walter of Durango, Colorado.
Deceased relatives are her parents and her brother Canniff, who was killed in
action in World War I.
The funeral service was held from the Ainsworth Funeral Home, on July 14th,
with the Rev. R. B. deBlois Wright officiating. Bearers were: Fred Morton, Clifford
McFaul, Claude Maxwell, Sherman Weir, George McKay and Rae Freguson. Internment
was in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
Among the beautiful floral pieces sent in sympathy and memory of the deceased
were those from Christ Church Guild, Bowerman Neighbourhood, St. Andrew’s Men’s
Club, CKNX Radio Station, the Baxter Canning Company, L.O.L. 175, Township of
Hillier, and the Federation of Agriculture.
Those from a distance attending the service were from Greencastle, Indiana,
Toronto, Belleville, Picton, Peterborough, Kinston, St. Agathe, Quebec and Trenton.
(Plot 357B, R15S23)
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Wednesday, December 14th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wight – Passed away in Hallowell Township, Saturday, December 10th, 1960,
Harry Dougald Wight in his 75th year. Rested at Ainsworth’s Funeral Home. Funeral
Service on Tuesday, December 13th, with internment made in Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. (Plot 325A, R14S4)
Wednesday, January 11th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
H. D. Wight
Harry Dougald Wight, a highly esteemed and successful farmer and resident of
Wellington, passed to his eternal home December 10th, 1960. He was the son of John
Edgar Wight and Celia Ann Tripp. Left to mourn his passing are his brothers: William
Wight, Shore Acres; Earle of Rochester, NY, Walter of Winnipeg and two sisters: Bessie,
Mrs. Thomas Smith of Wellington and Clara Belle, Mrs. Hubert Greenfield of Picton.
On August 10th, nineteen hundred and ten, he married Lillian Yarrow, and by this
union were born four sons: Ralph and Wilmot of Trenton, Allan and Paddy of
Wellington, and two daughters: Iola, Mrs. Gordon Dulmage, Royal Street, and Beatrice,
Mrs. Archie McCullough, a nurse at the Ontario Hospital, Kingston.
During the early years of his life he went west, but returned to Wellington and
took up permanent residence. He was an ardent sportsman, and respected by all who
knew him. Mrs. Wight predeceased him several years ago. Until two or three years ago
he continued to enjoy his usual activities. His health began to fail him and forced him to
retire until his death. The funeral was held from the Ainsworth Funeral Home to his final
resting place in Hillier cemetery. Those attending from afar were his brothers: Walter of
Winnipeg and Earle and Mrs. Wight of Rochester, NY. Many and exceedingly beautiful
were the floral offerings, showing the high esteem in which he was held. (Plot 325A,
R14S4)
Friday, December 30th, 1960 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – At the Belleville General Hospital on Wednesday, December 21st,
1960, Grace Maria Mitchell, widow of David W. Alexander, Ameliasburg, in her 75th
year. Service at the Bush Funeral Home, Friday, December 23rd. Internment was made at
Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 102B, R3S20)
Obituary
Mrs. David W. Alexander
In ill health for the past seven weeks, Mrs. Grace Maria Alexander of
Ameliasburg, died in Belleville General Hospital on Wednesday, December 21st, 1960.
She was born at Cobourg 74 years ago, being the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs.
Herman Mitchell and had been a resident of the village for 15 years. She was a member
of the Anglican Church. She is survived by one son, Eber A. Alexander of Belleville, one
daughter, Mrs. Truman (Evelyn) Ferguson of Consecon, seven grandchildren and nine
great grandchildren. Her husband, David W. Alexander, died some years ago. (Plot 102B,
R3S20)
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Friday, January 13th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Tripp – Passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Guernsey,
Wednesday, January 11th, 1961, Ina Matida Tripp, wife of the late Daniel Tripp, in her
81st year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Funeral Service on Friday, January
13th at 3 pm, Rev. J. J. Rogers officiating. Internment made at the Wellington vault. (Plot
573, R23S7)
Wellington News
Sympathy is extended to the Tripp family in the loss of their mother, Mrs. Dan
Tripp, who passed away on Wednesday, January 11th. (Plot 573, R23S7)
Wednesday, January 18th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
Elwood Tripp, who is stationed in Churchill, Manitoba, flew by plane to attend
the funeral of his mother, Mrs. Dan Tripp, on Friday January 13th.
Memorial Flowers
Memorial flowers were placed in the churches on Sunday by the Tripp family in
memory of their mother Mrs. Ina Tripp.
Friday, January 20th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
Card of Thanks
The family of the late Ina M. Tripp extend their heartfelt thanks and appreciation
for acts of kindness, messages of sympathy and floral offerings received from relatives,
friends and neighbours.
Wednesday, February 1st, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Daniel Tripp
A native and lifelong resident of Prince Edward County, Ina Matilda Tripp passed
away at Wellington, January 11th, 1961 in her 81st year. She had been living with her
daughter, Mrs. George Guernsey, during the last four years and had been in failing health.
Mrs. Tripp was a member of the Anglican Church and the Legion Ladies’
Auxiliary Branch No 160. A good neighbour and a valued member of the community, she
will be greatly missed.
Predeceased by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Washington Unger, and her husband,
Daniel N. Tripp, in 1958, she is survived by six sons: Albert of Hillier, Harold of
Centralia, Sam of Wellington, Leonard and Walter of Picton, Lee of Belleville; also by
two daughters: Eltha, Mrs. Anthony Adams of Toronto, and Norma, Mrs. George
Guernsey, Wellington.
The funeral service was held from the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, with
Rev. J. J. Rogers of St. Andrew’s Church officiating. Entombment was at Wellington
Vault.
Pall bearers were grandsons of the deceased: Nelson and Daniel Tripp of
Belleville, Lloyd Tripp of Hillier, Bruce Tripp of Wellington, Norman Tripp of Centralia
and Aylmer Guernsey of Toronto.
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Floral tributes included those from St. Andrew’s Guild, Wellington, Legion
Ladies’ Auxiliary Branch No. 160, Wellington, and I.O.O.F. Lodge No. 143 Picton.
In Wellington for the funeral were relatives from Centralia, Toronto, Rochester,
Colborne, Trenton, Belleville, Picton and Kingston. (Plot 573, R23S7)
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Wednesday, February 8th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wood – Passed away at his late residence, Hillier, Saturday, February 4th, 1961,
Robert Frederick Wood, in his 58th year. Rested at the Ainsworth Funeral Home,
Wellington. Funeral Service on Monday, February 6th. Entombment was made in the
Wellington vault. (Plot 624, R26S4)
Friday, February 10th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Robert Wood Dies Suddenly
The death occurred very suddenly on Saturday, February 4th, 1961 at his home
R.R. No. 1, Hillier, of Robert Frederick Wood. He had been at work the previous day and
suffered a heart attack in the early hours of the morning.
Born on December 14th, 1902, in Toronto, he was the son of Robert Albert Wood
and his wife, Margaret McCarthy. [MacArthy – sic] He had resided in Hillier district for
the past 30 years and enjoyed the esteem of a large circle of friends. He was a member of
the United Church.
Surviving are: his father, Robert Wood, Sr., in Toronto; his wife, the former
Carmileta Alexander, a son Robert A. Wood, Windsor; a daughter, Sharon Ann, at home;
six brothers: Dick and Walter in Detroit; William, Frank and John in Toronto; Charles in
Niagara Falls, Ontario; a sister, Mrs. Bruce Dockery (Irene), Toronto; also two
grandchildren: Bruce and Nancy Wood.
He was predeceased by his mother, a son Walter and a daughter Shirley.
Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington Monday afternoon, February
6th, was conducted by Rev. Alfred Poulter. Entombment Wellington Vault. Floral tributes
included those from the R.C.A.F., Trenton and W. Neilsons Ltd., Toronto. The pall
bearers were Orville Trumpour, Jack Closson, Earl Closson, Lawrence Closson, King
Terry and Sherman Weir. Relatives and friends from Marlbank, Toronto, Niagara Falls,
Plainfield, Belleville and Trenton, were among those attending the funeral. (Plot 624,
R26S4)
Friday, February 17th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Jones – Passed away at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital on Wednesday,
February 15th, 1961, Catherine D. Hendry, wife of the late Fred Arthur Jones, in her 83rd
year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, Ontario. Funeral Service on
Saturday, February 18th at 3.30 pm. Rev. Verne Zufelt officiating. Entombment to be
made in the Wellington vault. (Plot 181, R8S14)
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Friday, February 8th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mr. Herman Weese is a patient at Kingston General Hospital.
Wednesday, May 24th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Weese – Passed away at Kingston General Hospital, Sunday, May 21st, 1961,
Herman Weese, beloved husband of Naomi Alexander, Hillier, dear father of Pauline,
Robert and Lyle Weese at home, in his 57th year. Resting at the family residence, Hillier,
from Tuesday evening until Thursday noon, then at Christ Church, Hillier. Memorial
service will be held in the church on Thursday, May 25th at 2 pm. Internment will be
made at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 414A, R17S13)
Wednesday, May 31st, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Herman Weese
The funeral service was held Thursday, May 25th, 1961, in Christ Church, Hillier
of Herman Weese, R.R. No.3, Consecon, who died Sunday, May 21st, in Kingston
General Hospital. He was 56 and had been in failing health for two years.
The service was conducted by Rev. J. J. Rogers.
Bearers were: Bryden Alexander, Harry Alexander, Morley Wannamaker, Frank
Mattison, Sam Cleland and Alton Haight.
Internment was in Christ Church cemetery.
Mr. Weese was born in Ameliasburg Township and was the son of the late Mr.
and Mrs. Gilbert Weese. He was a lifelong resident of Prince Edward County, and had
been a farmer. He was a member of Christ Church, Hillier, and was highly esteemed as a
citizen.
He is survived by his widow, the former Naomi Alexander and his daughter
Pauline, and sons, Robert and Lyle, all at home.
Also surviving are two sisters: Mrs. Norman (Loretta) Fulford, Trenton; Mrs. Jack
(Sylvia) Forbes, Rochester; also two brothers: Willet Weese of Wooler and Clifford
Weese of Toronto. He was predeceased by four brothers and one sister. (Plot 414A,
R17S13)
1962
In Memoriam
Weese – In loving memory of a husband and father, Herman Weese, who passed
away May 21st, 1961.
There’s a vacant place at the table,
And a vacant chair by the wall;
There are many tasks left unfinished,
Because of the far away call.
There’s a picture in our memories,
Which is always smiling through;
There’s the helpful hand that’s missing,
In everything we do.
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But God is good, He gave us strength
To bear the bitter cross;
He alone can understand,
How heavy is our loss.
“Thy will be done”, I used to say,
Please God make him well someday;
But in time I know I’ll understand,
When we meet in that promised land.
So God please take this message
To our loved one up above;
Tell him how much we miss him,
As ends this first sad year.
Sadly missed by wife Naomi and family. (Plot 414A, R17S13)
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Friday, June 2nd, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Terry – Passed away at Hillier, Wednesday, May 31st, 1961, King Terry, in his
th
66 year, dear father of Iona Terry, Wingham and Sheila (Mrs. Gordon Foster) at home.
Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington. Service at Christ Church, Hillier,
Saturday, June 3rd at 2 pm. Internment will be made at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
(Plot 357A, R15S23)
Many Mourn Sudden Death of King Terry
The sudden death of King Terry, 65, of the 3rd Concession of Hillier, on
Wednesday, May 31st, came as a shock to relatives and friends. He left home early
Wednesday morning and his body was found off Wannamaker’s dock in Consecon Lake
yesterday (June 1st) morning. About 100 men were organized by Chief Constable Earl
Marvin to conduct the search when Mr. Terry did not return home.
Mr. Terry had been very busy lately, having assumed the position of census
commissioner for the western part of the County. He had been assessor for Hillier
Township for many years and was President of the Prince Edward Federation of
Agriculture. He was a prominent member of Christ Church (Anglican) at Hillier and a
Past Master of the Masonic Lodge. He resided with his daughter, Sheila, and her
husband, Gordon Foster, who farmed the family homestead. Of a genial, friendly
personality, he made many friends.
His wife, formerly Winnifred Niles Foster, died July 12th, 1960.
There are two daughters: Mrs. Foster at home, and Miss Iona Terry of Wingham.
Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home in Wellington, the funeral service is at
two o’clock on Saturday in Christ Church, Hillier, with internment in the adjoining
cemetery. (Plot 357A, R15S23)
Friday, June 16th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Card of Thanks
The family of the late King Terry wish to express sincere appreciation to
neighbours, friends and relatives in their kindness, sympathy and floral tributes in their
tragic bereavement of a loving father and grandfather.
Wednesday, June 21st, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Many pay tribute to late King Terry
The funeral of King Terry, who died by drowning May 31st, 1961, was held from
the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, to Christ Church, Hillier, on Saturday, June
3rd, 1961, with internment in the adjoining cemetery.
Rev. J. B. Creeggan, Belleville, and Rev. J. J. Rogers, Wellington, conducted the
funeral service, Mrs. Warner McFaul providing special music at the organ. A very large
number of relatives and friends were present to pay a last tribute to a widely known and
esteemed citizen.
Bearers were: Clifford McFaul, Fred Morton, Sherman Weir, Gerald Way,
Kenneth Wood and Rae Fergusson.
The deceased was a life long resident of Hillier Township, being born in the Third
Concession on December 16th, 1895, the son of Ernest Terry and Mary DeLong. He
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married the late Winnifred Niles Foster in 1916. Their grandchildren: Jane, Matilda and
Terry Foster re the fourth generation to attend the neighbourhood school at Bowerman’s.
Mr. Terry was a successful farmer and a leading figure in agriculture in the
district, being president of the Prince Edward County Federation of Agriculture, voting
delegate to the O.F.A. and vice-president of the Concentrated Milk Producers.
A member of the Anglican Church, Mr. Terry was active in Christ Church,
Hillier, as warden and delegate to Synod. At the time of his death he was predident of the
church’s Men’s Club in Wellington-Hillier.
Mr. Terry knew everyone in the Township due to his position as Township
Assessor since 1939. His most current appointment was that of Census Commissioner for
the northern and western parts of Prince Edward.
In fraternal work, he was a member of L.O.L. 175, Belleville Shrine Club, and
Past Master of Star-in-the-East Lodge No. 164.
The esteem in which he was held ws also demonstrated by the profusion of floral
tributes at his funeral. Organizations represented were: the Department of Agriculture
staff, Picton; Wellington-Hillier Men’s Club, Baxter Canning Company, staff and
management of C.K.N.X. Wingham, Prince Edward – Lennox Progressive Conservative
Association, L.O.L. 175, Star-in-the-East Lodge 164, Prince Edward Concentrated Milk
Producers, Township of Hillier, Christ Church congregation, J.A. Girls and Leaders,
Wellington and Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture.
Mr. Terry is survived by one brother, Mr. P. E. Terry, Toronto; two sisters: Mrs.
Edna White of Belleville and Mrs. Harold Johnston, Hillier; two daughters: Miss Iona
Terry, Wingham and Mrs. Gordon Foster, Hillier, Ontario, at home and four
grandchildren: Jane, Matilda, Terry and Lee Foster.
Coming from a distance to attend the funeral were: Mrs. Bob Johnston, St.
Agathe, P.Q.; Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Terry, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Terry, Toronto
and Mr. and Mrs. Everett Fleming, Cooksville. (Plot 357A, R15S23)
1962
In Memoriam
Terry – In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, King Terry, who died
May 31st, 1961.
God saw that you were weary,
So He did what He thought best;
He came and stood beside you
And whispered come and rest.
You wished no-one a last farewell,
Nor even said goodbye;
You had gone before we knew it, And only God knew why.
Ever remembered by Sheila and Gordon, Jane, Matilda, Terry and Lee. (Plot 357A,
R15S23)
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Wednesday, August 2nd, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington News
Ira Burd Dies
Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Ira Burd and family in the loss of a loving husband
and father who passed away very suddenly Saturday evening, July 29th. (Plot 631A,
R27S5)
Deaths
Burd – Passed away suddenly in Wellington, Saturday evening, July 29th, 1961,
Ira Burd, former postmaster. Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Tuesday, August
1st. Internment will be made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 631A, R27S5)
Wednesday, August 9th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Former Postmaster Ira Burd
A prominent resident and former postmaster of the village of Wellington, Ira
Laurence Burd, passed away at his home Saturday, July 29th, 1961. He was in his 69th
year and had been ill for a week before his passing.
Born in Crysler, Ontario, he was the son of W. G. Burd and Mrs. Burd. He was
postmaster for four years at Iroquois Falls before coming to Wellington 34 years ago,
where he served as postmaster for 28 years.
Mr. Burd was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 166, and for a number of
years was president of Branch No. 160, Royal Canadian Legion at Wellington. He was a
member of the United Church and held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends.
Surviving are his wife, the former Ethel Wood, and a daughter, Mrs. Gerald
McGill (Rosemary). A son, Wilson D. Burd, gave his life in the last war. Two brothers
survive: Thomas Burd in North Bay and William W. Burd in Garson, Ontario. Another
brother, J. A. Burd of Hamilton, predeceased him.
Service was held from the Ainsworth Funeral Home to Christ Church cemetery at
Hillier. Rev. Alfred Poulter officiated. Pallbearers were: Bob Alexander, Ralph Preston,
Jack Bond, Garratt Harris, Delbert Boyle and Vernon MacDonald. Honorary pallbearers
were Legion members: Leo VanDusen, Dr. R. A. Thompson, Wilbert King, W. A.
Davern, Morris Monday and William Joyce. The many friends attending the funeral and
the lovely flowers were evidence of the high esteem in which Mr. Burd was held.
A Legion service was held Monday Evening, July 31st at the funeral home in
tribute to a Comrade who served in World War I, and had done so much to build up the
Wellington Branch. (Plot 631A, R27S5)
[Editor’s note – There are two attestation papers for Ira Burd. One gives
December 16th, 1892 as his date of birth, the other December 16th, 1893. One gives the
place of birth as Buffalo NY, the other as Timmins, Ontario. Both list occupation as
electrician. There are two different regimental numbers. One was signed in Timmins, the
other in Halifax, Nova Scotia. One paper states Presbyterian as religious denomination,
the other Methodist]
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Friday, October 27th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Smith – Passed away at his late residence, Wellington, Wednesday, October 25th,
1961, Thomas William Smith, dear husband of Bessie Smith, father of Irene (Mrs. Arthur
Hudson) at home; Helen (Mrs. Mainprize), Waring’s Corners; Clifford of Rochester and
George of Toronto, in his 87th year. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington.
Funeral Service, Saturday, October 28th at 2.30 pm. Internment in Christ Church
Cemetery. (Plot 515, R21S4)
Wednesday, November 1st, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our sincere thanks to friends and relatives for flowers and
cards, special thanks to Dr. Thompson and neighbours for their many acts of kindness at
the time of the passing of our dear husband and father – Mrs. Thomas Smith and family.
Attend Funeral
Among the many who came to attend the funeral of the late Thomas Smith on
Saturday were Mr. and Mrs. George Smith and Judy, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Clifford
Smith, Rochester, Mr. Arthur Smith, Toronto; Mr. Leland Wight, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs.
Bill Baldwin, Kingston; Mr. and Mrs. Mainprize, Waring’s Corners, Picton; Mr. and Mrs.
Cyril Smith, Marion, N.Y., Earl Wight, Rochester; Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Smith and
daughter, Malton; Mr. and Mrs. Adam Woodcock, Peterborough; Mr. Garnet Mainprize,
Petawawa; Mr. and Mrs. Will Wight, West Lake and Mrs. G. Leeman, Trenton. (Plot
515, R21S4)
Wednesday, November 8th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
T. W. Smith
Following a short illness, Thomas William Smith passed away at his home in
Wellington, October 25th, 1961. Born on October 23rd, 1875, in England, he was the son
of George and Elizabeth Smith. He had resided at Hillier for 55 years and in Wellington
for 30 years.
Surviving are his wife, Bessie, four children: Helen Mainprize, Waring’s Corners;
George Smith in Toronto; Clifford Smith in Rochester and Irene Hudson, Wellington.
Rev. N. Truax conducted the service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Tuesday,
October 28th. Internment was made in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Pall bearers were:
P. Way, P.Elliott, T. Halloran, H. Pierson, J. Lavender and G. Whitney.
Relatives and friends were present from Rochester, Marion N.Y., Hamilton,
Toronto, Kingston, Petawawa, Malton and Picton. (Plot 515, R21S4)
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Wednesday, December 6th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Simonds – At Oshawa General Hospital, Oshawa, on Sunday, December 3rd, 1961
Ethel Simonds in her 67th year, beloved wife of Edgar Simonds, Consecon, Ontario, dear
mother of Leona (Mrs. Claude Ebbett) Oshawa, sister of Fred Marsh, Rochester, N.Y.
Rested at the Weaver Funeral Home from Monday evening. Memorial service held from
the Funeral Home Tuesday, December 5th at 3 p.m. Reverend Donald Pipe officiating.
Internment, Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 126, R6S4)
Friday, December 8th, 1961 (Picton Gazette)
Consecon
The village extends their sympathy to Mr. Edgar Simonds and Mr. and Mrs.
Claude Ebbett in the loss of a loving wife and mother. (Plot 126, R6S4)
Wednesday, March 28th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Charlton – Passed away in Hallowell, Sunday March 25th, John William Charlton
in his 91st year. Resting at Ainsworth’s Funeral Home, Wellington. Funeral service
Wednesday, March 28th at 3.30 p.m. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot
415A, R17S15)
Friday, March 30th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Was Veteran of Boer War
Mr. John Charlton passed away at Picton Sunday, March 25th, 1962, at the age of
91 years.
Mr. Charlton was taken seriously ill about two weeks ago and had been in failing
health for some time. Mr. Charlton was born at Manchester, England, and came to
Canada at the age of nine years. Since that time he visited his homeland once. He has
resided in Prince Edward County and his late home was west of Hillier village.
Mr. Charlton belonged to the Orange Lodge and was a veteran of the Boer War.
He is survived by his wife, the former Miss H. Cook; two sons, Harry of Alberta,
and James of Trenton and 7 grandchildren.
His son Harry came home for the funeral which was held at the Ainsworth
Funeral Home Wednesday at 3 p.m., with Captain Beckett, S.A., Picton, officiating. The
pall bearers were Ross Burris, James Alexander, Elmer White, Everett Lloyd, Harold
Adams and Andy Haight. (Plot 415A, R17S15)
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Friday, April 6th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Smith – Passed away in Hallowell, Tuesday, April 3rd, 1962, in Wellington, Lee
Smith, husband of Emma Tripp, father of Isaac Smith, Hillier, brother of Harriet Long,
Oshawa, in his 81st year. Resting at Ainsworth’s Funeral Home, Wellington. Funeral
Service, Friday, April 6th at 2 p.m. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 517,
R21S5)
Wednesday, April 11th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Wellington Lee Smith
In ill health for some time, Wellington Lee Smith of Hillier Township died on
Tuesday, April 3rd, 1962. He was born in Hillier Township 80 years ago, being the son of
the late Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Smith. He was a farmer and had resided in Prince Edward
County all his life, where he was well known and highly respected. He was a member of
the United Church.
He is survived by his wife, the former Emma Tripp, one son, Issac Smith of the
Ontario Intelligencer Staff, Belleville, and one sister, Mrs. Harriet Long of Oshawa.
Mr. Smith rested at the Ainsworth Funeral Home at Wellington, where service
was held on Friday with internment in Christ Church Cemetery at Hillier. (Plot 517,
R21S5)
Wednesday, April 25th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
W. L. Smith in 81st Year
Following an illness extending over two years, Wellington Lee Smith passed
away in Hallowell Township, Tuesday, April 3rd, 1962. Born in Hillier Township on
August 31st, 1881, he was the son of the late Cornelius Gilbert Smith and his wife, nee
Corlinda Parliament. A member of the United Church, at one time he sang in the choir of
Melville Church. He was a member of the Loyal Orange Lodge and was held in high
esteem.
Surviving are his wife, the former Emma Tripp; a son, Issac Smith of North
Consecon, and a sister, Mrs. Hattie Long of Oshawa. He was predeceased by a son, Lorne
Gilbert Smith, and a sister, Lilly Smith.
Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home in Wellington on Friday, April 6th, was
conducted by Rev. V. E. R. Zufelt, Picton and Rev. D. Pipe, Melville. Internment Christ
Church Cemetery. Pall bearers were Albert Tripp, Leonard Tripp, Lee Trip, Sam Tripp,
nephews; Bruce Tripp and Danny Tripp, great nephews. Many lovely floral tributes
included those from Melvimme U.C.W., office staff of Belleville Ontario – Intelligencer,
North Lakeside Neighbours.
Among those attending the funeral were, Mrs. hattie Long and Mr. and Mrs.
Norman Richards, Oshawa; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Tripp, Centralia; Mrs. Robert Tripp,
Winnipeg; Mr. and Mrs. Percy Moore, Shannonville; Mrs. Madeline Baker, Trenton.
(Plot 517, R21S5)
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May 1st, 1933 (Quinte Loyalist)
Hillier
Mr. Douglas Grant, who has been enjoying a three week holiday from the Bank of
Nova Scotia, spent a few days in Toronto.
Wednesday, April 18th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Wellington friends were very sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Douglas Grant in
Winnipeg. Mr. Grant was a former resident of the county.
Wednesday, April 25th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Douglas Grant
The sudden death of Douglas Grant at Calgary has saddened friends and relatives.
Douglas was born in Hillier Township 50 years ago, the son of the late Charles Grant and
his wife, the late Mary Campbell.
He attended Cold Creek School and Christ Church, Hillier. He went to Wellington
and entered the banking business for several years, before leaving for the west, where he
was manager of the Bank of Nova Scotia.
One brother, Donald was killed overseas on a flying mission during the last war.
One sister, Mrs. Ralph Kimmett (Janet) of Deseronto, besides his wife and family, are left
to mourn his loss. Burial was in the west. (Obituary Information Only)
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Hillier’s Senior Citizen Honoured (Trentonian)
Lifetime Resident of Hillier, Joseph Holmes marks 87th Year
Hillier’s senior citizen, Joseph Holmes, celebrated his 87th birthday last Friday
with a reception at the home of his neice, Miss Margaret McLean in Consecon.
Mr. Holmes, who has resided in Hillier since he was nine years old, came to
Canada from Ireland with his parents who settled in the district and farmed all their lives.
Mr. Holmes, who never married, continued to farm until his retirement several
years ago.
He has been in excellent health, and only two years ago he sailed back to Ireland
for a visit and to look up distant relatives.
He said on his birthday he has every expectation of living to reach his 100th
birthday.
Wednesday, April 18th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Holmes – At the residence of his neice, Miss Margaret McLean, Consecon,
Ontario, on Sunday, April 15th, 1962, Joseph Holmes, resident of Hillier, uncle of
Margaret McLean of Consecon, Roderick McLean of Cooksville and Ewan McLean of
Toronto in his 92nd year. Rested at the Weaver Funeral Home, Trenton. Memorial service
will be held in the Funeral Home, Wednesday, April 18th at 1.15 p.m. Internment Christ
Church, Hillier. (Plot 434, R17S8)
Wednesday, April 25th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Joseph Holmes Passes at 91
Aged 91 years, Joseph Holmes of Hillier, passed away at Consecon on Sunday,
April 15th, 1962. He was born in Lesbriney, County Monaghan, Ireland, son of the late
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Holmes. He was a retired farmer and a member of the United
Church. He never married.
Surviving are a niece, Miss Margaret McLean and two nephews, Roderick
McLean, Cooksville and Ewan McLean, Toronto.
Rev. Donald Pipe conducted the funeral service on Wednesday, April 18th, at the
Weaver Funeral Home, with internment in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. Pall bearers
were: Victor Brown, Ross Burris, Alex Rattray, Ken Alyea, Claude Abbot and Clark
Clapp. (Plot 434, R17S8)
Wednesday, May 2nd, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Sympathy is extended to Miss Margaret McLean and brothers in the passing of an
elderly resident of Hillier, Mr. Joseph Holmes.
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Wednesday, April 18th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Leavens – Lyle K. Leavens passed away in Prince Edward County Memorial
Hospital, Sunday, April 15th, 1962. Dear husband of Jennie Payne, in his 81st year.
Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, April
18th, at 2.30 p.m. at Christ Church, Hillier. Internment Christ Church, Hillier. (Plot 289,
R13S11)
Wednesday, May 2nd, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Active Church Worker L. K. Leavens Passes
A prominent member of Prince Edward County, Lyle Kenneth Leavens, died in
Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital at Picton, April 15th, 1962. His final illness
followed a heart attack which had occurred three weeks before. He had been afflicted
with rheumatism for many years, the pain borne with great patience and fortitude.
Born on September 6th, 1881, he was the son of Paul Leavens and his wife, nee
Phoebe Elizabeth Babbit. He resided on the Leavens’ Homestead in Hillier Township for
65 years, moving to Wellington village in 1946.
Mr. Leavens was a prominent farmer all his life. He was a staunch Anglican,
serving as Warden of Christ Church, Hillier, for thirty years, and was active on the
building committee when the church was rebuilt following the fire in 1944. He was a lifelong member and made a great contribution to the work of the church.
Mr. Leavens was a life-long Conservative, a good citizen and friend.
Mr. and Mrs. Leavens marked the 57th anniversary of their marriage on December
st
21 , 1961.
Surviving is his wife, the former Jennie Payne, a sister: Mrs. George Bell, Picton,
and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by three brothers and three sisters: Harry, Stephen and Ben
Leavens, Eustatia Stafford, Elda Palmer and Alida Hubbs.
Rev. J. J. Rogers conducted the funeral at Christ Church, Hillier, on Wednesday,
April 18th. Internment in Christ Church cemetery. Pall bearers were: Cecil Fritz, W. H.
Morton, Fred Morton, George Dorland, Walter Nind and William Dainard. Lovely floral
tributes included those from Consecon Street neighbours and Christ Church members.
Among those attending the service were John and Mrs. Bell, London, Ontario,
Mrs. E. E. Leavens and daughter Ermal of Oshawa. (Plot 289, R13S11)
Friday, April 27th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Card of Thanks
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Wednesday, May 23rd, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Stinson – Passed away at Trenton, May 19th, 1962, Arthur M. Stinson, Stinson
Block, Consecon, in his 79th year. Service (private) at the Ainsworth Funeral Home,
Wellington, Wednesday, May 23rd. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot
397, R17S3)
Obituary
Arthur Stinson Funeral Today
Arthur M. Stinson passed away May 19th, 1962 at Green Acres Nursing Home,
Trenton. A sufferer from arthritis for the past eight years, he had suffered a series of
strokes during the past three weeks.
Born on March 28th, 1884, two miles east of Wellington, he was the son of John
Stinson and hiswife, nee Emma Pettingill. He resided on a farm on Stinson Block, near
Consecon, for 40 years after moving from the Stinson homestead where he was born. He
was a successful farmer.
Surviving are his wife, the former Jessie Stapleton; five children, Nita (Mrs. Bert
Bowman), Norwich, Ontario, George of R. 1 Consecon, Gena in Toronto, Lela (Mrs.
Wm. Minter), Toronto, Jack of R. 3 Consecon. There are nine grandchildren and one
great grandchild.
Rev. A. Wakeling of Trinity Anglican Church, Consecon, is conducting the
service (private) at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, on Wednesday, May 23rd.
Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Members of the family will be pall bearers.
(Plot 397, R17S3)
Friday, June 29th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Young – Passed away suddenly in Wellesley Hospital, Toronto, Thursday, June
21st, 1962, Vera Gertrude Young in her 67th year. Rested at the Ainsworth Funeral Home.
Funeral service was held Saturday, June 23rd at 2 p.m. Internment Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 366, R16S3)
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Wednesday, April 18th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Congratulations to Mr. Wesley Smith who celebrated his 87th birthday on Friday,
April 13th.
Wednesday, August 22nd, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Smith – Passed away in Hillier, on Tuesday, August 14th, 1962, John Wesley
Smith of Hillier in his 88th year. Rested at Ainsworth Funeral Home. Funeral service,
Thursday, August 16th. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 521A, R21S7)
John Wesley Smith Dies at Hillier Home
The death occurred suddenly at his home on Hillier on Tuesday, August 14th,
1962, of John Wesley Smith. He had lived in that district for the last forty years.
Rev. L. A. Page of Belleville, conducted the service at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home in Wellington, Thursday afternoon, internment being made in Christ Church
cemetery, Hillier. Pallbearers were: Sherman Foster, Harry Mountenay, Clarke Clapp,
Everett Lloyd, Ross Minaker and Ross Burris.
Born in Hallowell Township, on April 13th, 1875, he was the son of John Francis
Smith and his wife, nee Louise Gerow. His earlier years were spent on the farm. In 1917
he moved to the village of Hillier, being employed in the Hillier Canning Company,
owned by Canadian Canners. He continued with them until the plant was closed and for
some years afterwards continued as caretaker of the property. He was also caretaker of
the Hillier C.N.R. station for ten years, as well as caretaker at the township hall for about
20 years. He was well known throughout the district and enjoyed the friendship of many
who called on their way through the village. He was a special friend of the children
whose company he enjoyed as they did his. He was an adherent of the Anglican Church.
Mr. Smith married Maude May Bovay in 1900 and to this union were born three
sons and three daughters. She died in 1918 and in 1924 he married Sadie Jean Berry and
to them four children were born: Vernon, Helen, Kenneth and Claude. She died in 1934.
Surviving are six children: Carl E. Smith, Belleville; Mrs. Jack Taylor (Mary) of
Hillier, Mrs. Jim Kirk of Shannonville, Vernon Smith of Hillier, Mrs. Gordon Weldrum
(Helen) of London, Ontario and Kenneth Smith of R.R. No. 1, Carrying Place.
Children predeceasing him were: Kathleen Louise Lardie, Harvey Hartley Smith,
Elmer Douglas Smith and Claude Smith.
A stepson, Walter Charles Berry of London, and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cockburn,
Colborne, were among those attending the funeral. (Plot 521A, R21S7)
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Wednesday, May 2nd, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier
Mrs. Jones has returned to Trenton hospital again for further treatment.
Friday, September 21st, 1962 Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Jones – Passed away at Trenton Memorial Hospital, Wednesday, September 19th,
1962, Annie Jones, wife of the late Leslie Jones in her 85th year. Resting at the Ainsworth
Funeral Home, Wellington. Funeral service from Christ Church, Hillier, Saturday,
September 22nd at 2 p.m. Internment Christ Church Cemetery. (Plot 165B, R7S14)
Wednesday, October 3rd, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Many Mourn Mrs. A. Jones
Mrs. Annie Jones, a valued member of the community of Hillier, passed away in
Trenton Memorial Hospital, September 19th, 1962, after a lengthy illness.
Prior to her illness she had been a great worker in the Christ Church Guild, being
president of that organization for eleven years. She was also a charter member of the
Hillier W. I. and in 1959 received a life membership pin for forty years service with the
Institute.
The deceased was born Christmas Day, 1877 at Newcastle-on-Tyne,
Northumberland County, England, the daughter of Joseph and June Smith. Coming to
Canada at an early age, she lived in Chatham for some years. She married Charles Leslie
Jones in 1910, settling on a farm at Consecon Lakeside. The couple retired to Hillier
village in 1922.
Her husband died in 1938, leaving no family.
The whereabouts of a brother, John Thomas Smith, is unknown.
Funeral service was held from Christ Church, Hillier, on September 22nd, Rev. K.
F. Blachford of Trenton officiating. Internment was at Christ Church cemetery.
Pall bearers were: Alex Rattray of Consecon, Everett Lloyd, Sherman Foster and
Clarke Clapp of Hillier, Norman Foster and Fred Morton of Wellington.
Among the floral tributes at the funeral was that of Christ Church Guild.
Those from outside the county attending the service were: Oswald Butler of
Chatham, Robert Jones, Toronto; Mrs. Gilbert Hale, Meadowvale, Mrs. Irwin and Mrs.
Gawtrey of Toronto. (Plot 165B, R7S14)
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Wednesday, November 21st, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – In Kingston on Saturday, November 17th, 1962, Margaret E.
Alexander, widow of A.C. Alexander of Hillier, dear stepmother of Harry and Bryden
Alexander of Hillier, Wallace of Consecon, Mrs. Helen Buquist of Pontiac, Michigan,
Mrs. Ross Blake, Kingston, Mrs. Allan Nelmes, Chilliwack, B.C., and dear sister of Mrs.
Emma Anderson of Oak Lake, Manitoba and Mrs. Earl Taylor of Carrying Place. Service
at the Weaver Funeral Home Trenton on Tuesday, November 20th. Internment Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 203, R10S16)
Friday, November 23rd, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Andrew C. Alexander
Mrs. Margaret E. Stewart, widow of Andrew C. Alexander, Carrying Place,
passed away in Kingston, Ontario, Hospital on Saturday, November 17th, 1962, in her
80th year. Born in Prince Edward County she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs.
Samuel George Stewart. She was held in high esteem in the community and was a
member of the United Church.
Surviving are three stepsons, Harry Alexander, Hillier; Bryden Alexander, Hillier;
Wallace Alexander, Consecon; and three stepdaughters, Mrs. Helen Buquist, Pontiac,
Michigan; Mrs. Ross Burke, Kingston, Ontario, and Mrs. Allan Nelmes, Chilliwack,
B.C.; two sisters, Mrs. Emma Anderson, Oak Lake, Manitoba, and Mrs. Earl Taylor,
Carrying Place, Ontario.
The late Mrs. Alexander rested in the Weaver Funeral Home for service on
Tuesday, November 20th. Rev. Donald Pipe of Consecon, officiated. Internment Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier. Pall bearers were Bryden Alexander, Harry Alexander, Andy
Haight, Cecil Blakely, George Latour, Robert Goheen. (Plot 203, R10S16)
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Friday, May 13th, 1904 (Picton Gazette)
The Assizes
Carter vs. Carter. – This action was brought by Mrs. Ellen. L. Carter against her
husband, George H. Carter, for alimony, the parties being residents of the Township of
Hillier. The case was settled. The settlement consisted of the payment by the defendant of
$1,000 to the plaintiff, which is to include costs of action, and the plaintiff to release all
claims for dower on property now owned, or hereafter to be acquired by the defendant. G.
O. Alcorn, K.C., for plaintiff; E. M. Young, for the defendant.
Wednesday, January 27th, 1954 (Picton Gazette)
Marriages
Heaney-Carter – On Wednesday, January 20th, 1954, in St. Mark’s, Deseronto,
Ontario, Nellie Letitia Carter to William Heaney, both of Trenton.
Quiet Wedding of Interest
Heaney-Carter
A wedding of interest to Trenton took place quietly on Wednesday morning,
January 20th, 1954, in St. Mark’s Church, Deseronto, when Nellie Letitia Carter, daughter
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Willet B. Kirk, was united in marriage to William Henry
Heaney, both of Trenton.
The ceremony, witnessed by members of the family, took place before the candlelit altar of the Church and was performed by the Rev. K. F. Blachford, Rector of
Deseronto, and formerly of St. George’s Church, Trenton.
Mrs. William Zufelt was her sister’s attendant, and Mrs. John Heaney was
groomsman for his father.
Wednesday, December 19th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Heaney – Suddenly at the Trenton Memorial Hospital on Wednesday,
th
December 12 , 1962, Nellie L. Kirk Heaney, wife of William Heaney of Trenton and
sister of Mrs. William (Agnes) Zufelt of Consecon in her 77th year. Service at St.
George’s Church, Trenton, December 15th. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
(Plot 370, R15S13)
Friday, December 28th, 1962 (Picton Gazette)
Nellie Heaney
A nursing sister in the United States Army during World War I, serving in France,
Mrs. William H. Heaney died in Trenton Memorial Hospital, Wednesday, December 12th,
1962. Following the war she was located at the Veterans’ Hospital at Sunmount, NY. For
the past 21 years she had resided in Trenton. Though in failing health for several years,
the end came suddenly.
Born in Prince Edward County, she was formerly Nellie L. Kirk, daughter of the
late Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Kirk. She was an honour graduate of St. John’s Riverside School
of Nursing, class of 1914. She was an active member of St. George’s Anglican Church,
Trenton, and was interested in all its activities.
Survivors are one sister: Agnes (Mrs. William Zufelt), Consecon, Ontario; one
niece: Margery (Mrs. C. F. O. Boyce), Ottawa, Ontario; one grandniece: Laurie Ann
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Boyce, Ottawa; one grandnephew: Kirk Boyce, Ottawa; two cousins: Mrs. Lyle Leavens,
Wellington and Miss Mary Kirk, Toronto.
Service was held Saturday, December 15th, at St. George’s Anglican Church,
Trenton with internment in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. Rev. Canon K. F. Blachford
officiated, assisted by W. C. Dunning. Pallbearers were: Reg. Heaney, Ray Heaney, Jack
Heaney, Wallace Heaney and stepsons: Donald Brick and Harold Keefer. (Plot 370,
R15S13)
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Friday, March 15th, 1963 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Bell – Passed away at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Picton, Wednesday, march
th
13 , 1963, Mabel Leavens, widow of George Bell in her 90th year; mother of John of
London. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, service Saturday, March
16th at 2 p.m. Entombment Wellington Vault. (Plot 375, R16S7)
Wednesday, March 20th, 1963 (Picton Gazette)
Mrs. George Bell Passes Away In 90th Year
The death occurred at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Picton, on March 13th, 1963,
of Mabel Leavens, widow of George Bell. She was in her 90th year. Born on February
28th, 1874, in Hillier Township, she was the daughter of Paul Leavens and Phoebe
Elizabeth Babbit. She resided in Hillier 33 years, in Picton 23 years, in Belleville five
years and in Wellington for 10 years. She was a member of the Anglican Church and was
held in high esteem by a large circle of friends.
Surviving is a son, John in London, a sister-in-law, Mrs. L. K. Leavens, two
grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, on Saturday was conducted
by the Rev. J. J. Rogers. Entombment Wellington vault with internment in the spring in
Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. Pall bearers were F. Morton, W. Nind, G. Dorland, R.
Dorland, H. Wright and R. Stevenson. Lovely floral tributes included those from Christ
Church Guild and St. Andrew’s Guild. (Plot 375, R16S7)
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Wednesday, April 3rd, 1963 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Morton – Passed away in Trenton Memorial Hospital, Saturday, March 30th,
1963, William H. Morton, dear husband of Ethel Morton, in his 83rd year. Service at
Ainsworth’s Funeral Home, Wellington, Tuesday April 2nd. Entombment Wellington
vault. Masonic service Monday April 1st. (Plot 256, R11S13)
Friday, April 5th, 1963 (Picton Gazette)
Many Pay Tribute to Late W. H. Morton
The funeral of William (Bill) Henry Morton of Wellington, was held from the
Ainsworth Funeral Home in Wellington, Tuesday afternoon, April 2nd.
Rev. J. J. Rodgers conducted the service in the chapel which was attended by
many relatives and friends.
Mr. Morton died in Trenton Memorial Hospital on Saturday, March 30th, 1963,
after a prolonged illness.
The bearers were: james barber, Lieut-Col. W. Davern, Arthur Kinnear, Duncan
McKenzie, George Dorland and Merritt Huycke.
On Monday evening a large number of Masons turned out for a memorial service
held in the funeral home, with the Master of Lake Lodge, Ameliasburg, conducting the
rites of the order.
William (Bill) Henry Morton was born at Melville in Prince Edward County 82
years ago, being the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Morton. He resided in the County his
entire life, where he was well known and highly respected. He was a farmer in the
Melville district for most of his life and became well known throughout the district as he
was a thresher for years. In the social life of the community he was well known. He
played the violin and also called the square dances that were held throughout the county.
Mr. Morton took an active part in municipal politics, and was a member of Hillier
township council for 16 years and served two years as reeve and attended county council.
He was a member of Lake Lodge A.F and A.M., No. 215, of Ameliasburg, and
the L.O.L., No. 175, of Hillier. He was also a Past Master and life member of the
Masonic Lodge.
Surviving is his wife, the former Ethel Crippen. (Plot 256, R11S13)
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Wednesday, November 6th, 1963 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Pierson – At Belleville Memorial Hospital, Monday, November 4th, 1963, David
Ray Pierson, in his 78th year, beloved husband of Stella May Palmer, brother of Mrs. Ray
Jackson (Kathleen), Trenton; Harry of Wellington; father of Bill of Picton, Mrs. Earl
Derry (Josephine), Belleville; Alex at home. Service at the Bush Funeral Home
Belleville, Wednesday, November 6th at 1.30 p.m. Internment Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. (Plot 359, R15S4)
D. R. Pierson
The death occurred Monday morning, November 4th, 1963, at Belleville Hospital,
of David Ray Pierson. He had been in failing health for a year. In his 78th year, he was
born at Consecon, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Willard Pierson. He resided on the 3rd
Concession of Hillier, before moving to Belleville 21 years ago. He was a section man on
the C.N.R. for twelve years.
Mr. Pierson was a member of Christ Church, Belleville, and a member of
Consecon Lodge, A.F. and A.M., No. 50.
Surviving is his wife, nee Stella May Palmer, two sons: Willard (Bill) of Picton
and D. Alexander of Belleville, a daughter: Mrs. Earl Derry (Josephine) of Belleville, a
brother: Harry Pierson of Wellington and a sister: Mrs. Ray Jackson, Trenton. There are
nine grandchildren.
He was predeceased by brothers: Charles and Ernest, and sister: Mrs. Paul
McFarlane (Mona) of Montreal.
Service at the Bush Funeral Home, 80 Highland Avenue, Belleville, is being
conducted at one-thirty Wednesday afternoon By Rev. E. P. Smith. Internment in Christ
Church cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 359, R15S4)
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Friday, December 20th, 1963 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
White – Passed away at Belleville Hospital, December 17th, 1963, Edna Eugene
Terry, widow of Charles Henry White, in her 70th year. Funeral at the Bush Funeral
Home, Belleville, Thursday, December 19th. Entombment Belleville vault. (Plot 607B,
R25S8)
Obituary
Mrs. C. H. White
Mrs. Edna Eugene White of 247, Ann Street, Belleville passed away in Belleville
General Hospital, Tuesday, December 17th, in her 70th year. Born in Hillier, she was the
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ernest E. Terry. Twice married, she was predeceased
by her husbands Elroy S. Palmer and Chas. Henry White. Prior to going to Belleville 33
years ago ahe resided in Hillier. Mrs White had been in failing health for 3 years.
Surviving are six sons Harry, Ernest and Gordon Palmer of Belleville; Ray of
Wooler; Douglas of Warren, Michigan; Jack White of Belleville; one brother, Phillip
Terry of Scarboro; one sister Mrs. Arnold (Winnifred) Johnson of Hillier. She had 18
grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Rested at John R. Bush Funeral Home, 80 Highland Avenue, Belleville. Service
was held in the chapel December 19th. Entombment Belleville vault. Captain J. K.
Tackaberry of the Salvation Army, of which she was a member, officiated. (Plot 607B,
R25S8)
Wednesday, December 25th, 1963 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. C. H. White
Same as above.
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Wednesday, May 13th, 1964 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hardy – Passed away at Trenton Memorial Hospital, Saturday, May 9th, 1964,
Douglas Colin Hardy in his 60 th year. Beloved husband of Amy Margetson; dear father
of William, Jean (Mrs. Frank Clarke), Sybil (Mrs. D. Charlton) of Melville. Rested at the
Ainsworth Funeral Home. Service was held Tuesday, May 12th. Internment Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 276, R13S2)
Friday, May 6th, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
In Memoriam
Hardy – In loving memory of a dear husband and father, Colin Hardy who passed
away May 9th, 1964.
Ever remembered, ever loved.
Always remembered by wife and family.
In Memoriam
Hardy – In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, Colin Hardy, who
passed away May 9th, 1964.
Years of striving, a little of play
Loving, giving the whole of the way
A cherished smile, a heart of gold
To the dearest father a world could hold.
Always remembered by Jean, Frank, Heather and Melanie Jean.
Wednesday, June 17th, 1964 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wood – At Trenton Memorial Hospital on Saturday, June 13th, 1964 Agnes Wood
of Brighton, aged 80 years. Dear sister of Edith (Mrs. M. C. Hubel), Toronto; Ethel (Mrs.
I. L. Burd), Wellington; and Stewart C. Wood. Service at the K. Snider Funeral Home,
Brighton. Funeral service Tuesday. Internment, Hillier Cemetery. (Plot 1E, R1S1)
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Wednesday, September 16th, 1964 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Hendry – Passed away at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, Thursday,
September 10th, 1964, George Francis Hendry in his 90th year. Beloved husband of
Margaret Pearce, dear father of Edith (Mrs. Walter Fox) RR1 Bloomfield, Elsie (Mrs.
Leonard McCartney) Rosehall and Clarence at home. Rested at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home. Funeral service was Sunday, September 13th. Internment Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. (Plot 167, R7S16)
Wednesday, September 30th, 1964 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
George Francis Hendry
George Francis Hendry passed away at Prince Edward County Memorial
Hospital, Thursday, September 10th, 1964. Although Mr. Hendry had been in failing
health for the past two years, he still remained cheerful and was uncomplaining.
Born in Hallowell Township in 1874, son of Samuel Allan Hendry and the former
Harriet Ann Jones, Mr. Hendry spent his entire life on the homestead.
Indulging in farming all his life, and a member of the United Church, Mr. Hendry
was active in church and community work, especially assisting in the Mount Pleasant
Choir for a number of years.
He was affiliated with the Canadian Order of Forresters. He served as member for
some years and as a trustee for Number 14 Hallowell School Board.
Surviving are his wife, Margaret, son Clarence at home, and two daughters, Edith
(Mrs. Walter Fox) R.R. 2 Bloomfield , Elsie (Mrs. Leonard McCartney) Rose Hall; also
three grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Predeceasing Mr. Hendry were his son, Samuel, and brother, Douglas, also three
sisters, Elspeth, Mrs. A. Robinson, Annie, Mrs. William Hubbs, Catherine, Mrs. A.
Jones.
The funeral was held September 13th at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Services
were conducted by Rev. N. Truax. Internment was at Christ Church Cemetery in Hillier.
Pall bearers were Arthur A. Jones, Walter Fox, Leonard McCartney, Elmer McFaul, Glen
Hyatt, Ronald Fox.
Among beautiful floral tributes was one from friends and relatives of Mt. Pleasant
Community, Rose Hall Community and Bowerman’s Church.
Relatives from Cleveland, Ohio, Toronto, Oshawa, Brighton, Trenton, Wooler
and Shannonville, attended the services. (Plot 167, R7S16)
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Wednesday, July 21st, 1965 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Smith – In loving memory of Emma Louise Tripp, beloved wife of the late Lee
Smith, dear mother of Issac at home, who passed away at Trenton Memorial Hospital,
Trenton, Ontario on Saturday, July 17th, 1965. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home.
Funeral Service Wednesday, July 21st at 2.30 p.m. Internment Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier, Ontario. (Plot 518, R21S5)
Wednesday, October 6th, 1965 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Simonds – Suddenly at the family residence Consecon on Friday, October 1st,
1965, Edith May Simonds, beloved wife of Harry Simonds of Consecon, dear mother of
Alice of Kingston and Olive (Mrs. Bernard MacDonald) of Trenton and gradmother of
Robert MacDonald of Trenton, sister of Mrs. Lela Durant of Wellington and Cecil
Moreland of Consecon, in her 70th year. Service at the Weaver Funeral Home, Trenton on
Monday, October 4th. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 131, R6S7)
Friday, October 8th, 1965 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Harry Simonds
The death occurred suddenly at her home, Main Street, Consecon, on Friday,
October 1st, 1965 of Edith May Moreland, wife of Harry Simonds. She was in her 70th
year and was born in North Dakota, U.S.A., daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William
Moreland. She had resided in Consecon and vicinity most of her life and was held in high
esteem by a wide circle of friends. She was a member of the United Chuech.
Besides her husband she is survived by two daughters, Alice Simonds, Kingston
and Mrs. Bernard MacDonald (Olive) of Trenton; a grandson, Robert MacDonald; a
sister, Mrs. Lela Durant of Wellington, and a brother, Cecil Moreland, Consecon.
Rev. M. Jackson of Consecon United Church conducted the service at the Weaver
Funeral Home, Trenton, Monday, October 4th. Internment Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier. Pall bearers were Robert Adair, Patrick Saucier, Roy Tripp, Lorne Alyea, Merritt
Huycke and A. Geneau. (Plot 131, R6S7)
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Wednesday, October 13th, 1965 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Lobb – Passed away suddenly as the result of an accident at Kaladar, Ontario,
Saturday, October 9th, 1965, Donald Harry Lobb of Bloomfield, Ontario in his 24th year.
Beloved husband of Beverly Way; dear father of Danny and Sandra. Rested at the
Gordon R. Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street West, Picton. Funeral Service
Monday October 11th at 2 p.m., Rev. E. V. C. Lewis officiating. Internment Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 120, R6S1)
Obituary
Two Young Men Killed
Donald Lobb, K. Garey Struck While Pushing Stalled Car On Road
Two young men were killed early Saturday morning when struck by a car about a
mile and a half north of Kaladar on Highway 41.
Dead are:
Donald Lobb, 24, of Bloomfield. His wife is the former Beverly Way, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Norman Way, R. 1 Bloomfield.
Kenneth Garey, 21, of R. 1 Arden.
Driver of the second car, Roger Heeney, 26, of Kaladar, was unhurt. Mrs. Donald
Lobb, in the front seat of her husband’s car, also escaped unhurt.
The accident occurred at about 1.45 a.m. in front of the home of Mr. Lobb’s
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Lobb. The two victims were attempting to start the Lobb
car by pushing it, when the Heeney car came around down a grade and around a curve.
There were several people standing on the side of the highway opposite the car
and Heeney attempted to drive between the people and the Lobb car which had been
pushed up on the road.
It was dark and raining at the time.
Kenneth Garey had parked his own car off the road to help Donald push the
stalled car, the battery having run down. Kenneth was pushing on the rear fender and
Donald on the door while holding the steering wheel. Both were struck by the Heeney
car, Donald being hit when the Heeney vehicle swung completely around on the road
after contact with the rear fender.
Mr. Lobb is survived by his parents at Kaladar, his wife, two children, Sandra and
Danny, two brothers and three sisters. He resided near the White Chapel, east of Picton,
for two and a half years while employed at Proctor Silex Ltd. He then moved to Picton,
living in the Fralick House, Ferguson Street, and two months ago moved to the Percy
Collier House in Bloomfield. During the past two months, Donald and Kenneth were
employed by Basil Easterbrook on his farm at Point Petre.
Garey was not married. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Archibald Garey of Arden.
All three young men were friends.
Coroner R. S. Beatty of Tweed, was called and autopsies were performed in
Belleville.
Mr. Lobb was brought to the Whattam Funeral Home in Picton where service was
held Monday afternoon with internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 120,
R6S1)
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Friday, February 25th, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Best – At Whitby, Ontario on Monday, February 21st, 1966, Alfred L. Best
(formerly of Hillier, Ontario). Husband of the late Minnie M. Best. Beloved father of
Alfred G. Best Jr., Consecon; Kathleen (Mrs. J. Kitchin), Scarborough, Ontario; Muriel
(Mrs. G. Jarvis), Milliken, Ontario and Doris (Mrs. W. Sudds) of Napanee, Ontario. In
his 76th year. Friends are invited to call at the Weaver Funeral Home, Trenton. Service
will be held in the Funeral Home on Thursday, February 24th at 3 p.m., Rev. J. M.
Soutter, officiating. Entombment Mount Evergreen Cemetery. (Plot 235, R11S2)
Wednesday, March 2nd, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
Alfred L. Best
A funeral service for Alfred L. Best of R.R. No.1, Milliken, Ontario, formerly of
Hillier, was held from the Weaver Funeral Home in Trenton last Thursday, Rev. J. M
Soutter of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Wellington, officiating.
Mr. Best died at Whitby, February 21st, 1966, after being in failing health for the
past six months. He was in his 76th year.
Mr. Best was born in London, England, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Best, and later
resided in Hillier and Trenton. He was a member of Christ Church while living in Hillier.
A retired Commissionaire, Mr. Best was a member of the Masonic Lodge A.F.
and A.M. No. 50 at Consecon. A Masonic service was held in the Funeral Home on
Wednesday at 9 pm.
He was predeceased by his wife Minnie. He is survived by one son, Alfred G.
Best, Jr., of R.R. No. 3, Consecon, and three daughters: Mrs. J. (Kathleen) Kitchin,
Scarborough; Mrs. G. (Muriel) Jarvis, Milliken; and Mrs. W. (Doris) Sudds, Napanee.
Pallbearers were: Douglas Bush, Ross Burris, Douglas Williamson, Roy Clarke,
Clifford Calnan, Clayton Weir and all the members of the Masonic Lodge from
Consecon. Entombment was in Mount Evergreen Cemetery Vault. (Plot 235, R11S2)
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Wednesday, May 4th, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Simonds, Edgar – At Oshawa General Hospital on Sunday, May 1st, 1966, Edgar
Simonds of Oshawa and formerly of Consecon, Ontario in his 87th year. Husband of the
late Ethel Simonds, father of Leora (Mrs. Claude Ebbett), Oshawa, brother of Harry
Simonds, Trenton, and Harold of Consecon. Rested at the Weaver Funeral Home,
Trenton, Service was held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 3rd. Mr. M. H. Jackson
officiated. Internment in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot125, R6S4)
Friday, May 6th, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Samuel Edgar Simonds
A former resident of Consecon, Samuel Edgar Simonds died in Oshawa General
Hospital, Sunday, May 1st, 1966. He was 86 years of age.
Born in Prince Edward County, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Philip
Simonds. He had resided in Oshawa for the past eight years and had been in failing health
three weeks prior to his death. For thirty-eight years he was a well known barber. He was
a member of the United Church and of Consecon Lodge, A.F. & A.M., No. 50.
His wife, Ethel Simonds, predeceased him.
Surviving are a daughter, Leora, Mrs. Claude Ebbett of Oshawa, two brothers,
Harry of Trenton and Harold Simonds, Consecon.
Service at the Weaver Funeral Home in Trenton Tuesday afternoon was
conducted by Rev. M. Jackson of Consecon United Church. Internment Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier. Pall bearers were Stanley Herrington, Lorne Alyea, Samuel Danford,
Archie Schriver and Kenneth Alyea. (Plot125, R6S4)
Wednesday, August 17th, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier News
Mrs. Percy Wilson passed away at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital on
Friday (August 12th). Several friends attended the funeral from the Ainsworth Funeral
Home on Saturday.
A number from the village attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Percy Wilson at
Ainsworth’s Funeral Home at Wellington on Saturday. Mrs. Wilson had been living in
Picton this past year. (Plot 473, R19S11)
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Friday, December 7th, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Badgley – At Kingston General Hospital on Monday, December 5th, 1966, John
Arthur Badgley, in his 57th year. Beloved husband of Lugene Alexander, dear father of
George of Hillier, Joan (Mrs. Robert Reddon), Brighton; Nora (Mrs. John Meulenaar),
Hillier; also survived by three foster children Joyce, Carol and Donna at home; also eight
grandchildren. Funeral service at 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 8th at Hillier United
Church. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 416, R17S16)
Wednesday, December 14th, 1966 (Picton Gazette)
John Arthur Badgley
The death occurred in Kingston General Hospital on Monday, December 5th,
1966, of John Arthur Badgley, an esteemed resident of Hillier, where he had spent the
last 22 years. He had been in failing health for eight years.
Born on the Second Concession of Ameliasburg Township, he was the son of the
late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Nelson Badley. He resided and farmed in that township prior to
moving to Hillier. He was a member of the United Church.
Surviving are his wife, Nora Lugene Alexander, a son: George of Wellington, six
daughters: Mrs. Robert (Joan) Reddon, Brighton; Mrs. John (Nora) Meulenaar and Mrs.
Nick (Mary June) Meulenaar of Hillier, and Joyce Badgley, Carol Hill and Donna Aide,
all at home.
Also surviving are five sisters: Mrs. Annie Burshaw, Point Anne; Mrs. Walter
(Mabel) Oliver, Albion, NY; Mrs. Cecil (Jennie) Ayhart, Medina, NY; Mrs. Agnes
Howell, Belleville; Mrs. Leonard (Gladys) Davis, Franksville, and a brother: Peter
Badgley, 2nd Concession of Ameliasburg. There are eight grandchildren. A brother,
Albert, predeceased him. Service at Hillier United Church was conducted by Rev. W.
Davis on Thursday, December 8th. Internment in Christ Church cemetery. Pallbearers
were: Abe Bakker, Bryden Alexander, Ross Burris, Ronald Channell, Morley Minaker
and Jack Munro. (Plot 416, R17S16)
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Wednesday, April 5th, 1967 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Nicholl – At Trenton Memorial Hospital on Thursday, March 30th, 1967
Washington Nicholl of Consecon, dear brother of Mrs. Margaret Arthur of Consecon,
Ontario, in his 84th year. Requiem High Mass in St. Peter’s Church, Trenton, on Saturday
April 1st. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 351, R15S19)
Wednesday, April 12th, 1967 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Washington Nicholl
Funeral service for Washington Nicholl of Consecon, who died March 30th, was
held Saturday, April 1st at St. Peter’s Church, Trenton. In his 84th year, Mr. Nicholl was
born in Bristol, England and had resided the past ten years in the Consecon area.
Previously he had lived in Winnipeg and Vancouver.
Before his retirement some years ago, he had been a fire insurance agent.
Mr. Nicholl had been in ill health for two weeks before his death.
He is survived by a sister, Mrs. Margaret Arthur, Consecon.
Requiem Mass was celebrated by Very Rev. J. G. Clancy, while internment was
in Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
Bearers were Cecil Blakely, Richard Baldwin, Samuel Danford, Philip Baldwin,
Kenneth Alyea and Frank Abbot. (Plot 351, R15S19)
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1967
Mattie Young (1872 – 1967)
Friday, January 25th, 1907 (Picton Gazette)
Travels on the Continent
Through the kindness of a friend we are permitted to publish a letter written in
Paris, by Miss Mattie Young, of Hillier, who is now travelling on the continent. It will be
found very interesting reading:
Sunday, November 18th, 1906.
My Dear Mother and All:I am just beginning to realize how very wonderful are the days we live in. It is so
short a time, not twenty days, since I left home and here I am so far away in such a
strange foreign place – and Oh! I love it! – How I wish you all might see this marvelous
movement of history. France is beautiful to me. We entered Cherbourg last Friday
morning long before daylight, were called at four o’clock, dressed and had breakfast and
went ashore in a small tender with our trunks and many bags. The night before we landed
at Plymouth and it was a strange sight to see the mail bags and packages taken off the
ship. Hundreds of bags of foreign mail were thrown over to the tender for the English
ports. The band played national airs and everyone waved hats and hands to those who
went ashore. Our train at Cherbourg was a funny little affair, vestibule cars with sixseated compartments and diner where we had a very good lunch, French food, French
service and French money to reckon with.
When the sun rose that morning, it was hard to realize that we were looking on
reality for the view was so precisely like some old print, or like a curtain or theatre scene.
The strange gray buildings with their many shuttered windows, the quaint sloping
dormer-windowed roofs tiled in red or slated, past canals where boats were starting out
and men were fishing, then into the growing, widening country, where every inch of
ground serves its purpose to return something to the owner. You see no fences, but high
narrow banks of earth, grass grown and lined with trees, tall as elms and beautiful just
now in many colours; ditches are dug all over and full of water, so everything is fertile,
many apple trees and beautiful gardens. Our little train went fast and got into Paris
shortly after two o’clock. And it is wonderful. This hotel is just across the street from the
Louvre and the gardens of the Tuilleries, they lie between it and the river. It is fine and
splendidly located, I have been here since Thursday, yet have had no time to visit it. It
takes two hours to walk through the rooms, so I expect to take it in relays. We went down
to the picture gallery entrance yesterday afternoon, but they were closing as it was
darkening with a gathering fog and rain. Last night Mr. and Mrs. S___ and I went with
two friends to the Opera Comique. Everyone rides here in cabs, the fare is moderate and
there are very few street omnibuses, though they have great electric motor cars with an
upper storey to them where one can ride with great comfort I imagine and intend to
exploit as soon as I can.
The opera house was very fine and the singing splendid, all in French of course,
but the acting was so good one could understand fairly well. Yesterday morning a friend
came with permit to take us through the catacombs. We went and it was awful. I do not
know how deep underground, nor how far we traversed the winding passages lined on
either side with the skulls and bones of the soldiers and people who were killed here
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during the many wars. Poor things – it seemed a sacrilegious thing for so many careless
living ones to go trooping past, disturbing the silence of the place with laugh and jest, for
we were not alone, Cooks had a party and there were many to follow the guides, each of
us carried a candle and in many places the walls were dripping water and so low we had
to stoop in passing. In one place we came to a deep well, in another, to a high arched
vault, where long ago, they used to have a bell to call the folk who were in hiding there to
mass.
This morning, we were lazy, had breakfast at ten, then Mrs. S___, Frances and I
went for a walk for two hours, then took a cab to the Cathedral of Notre Dame where
Napoleon crowned himself. Service was going on and the organ music was grand beyond
words. The cathedral was founded in 1163 and is 139 yards long and 52 broad. There are
double aisles all around the church behind the altar and choir and it is wonderful to see
the light falling through the beautiful windows on the many pillars, most of which are
round. The vaulting in the nave is over one hundred feet and then above the inner aisles a
sort of gallery on smaller columns with beautiful windows. We remained there only a
short time as we were to meet Mr. S___ at the Tomb of Napoleon at half past three. We
arrived first, and it seems such a marvel to think that he lies there, the great man of
France.We see and hear his name all about and from the place where he had lived to the
place where he had crowned himself and on his last resting place, a monument that must
it seems, last out the ages, there they brought him almost twenty years after he died at St.
Helena and it must have been a solemn thing to see him carried down the steps and laid to
rest there where he said “He desired that his ashes should repose on the border of the
Seine in the midst of the French people whom he loved.” On the three sides of the great
square the buildings of the Hotel des Invalides built in 1670-75 founded by Louis XIV,
and covering 30 acres as an hospital and home for soldiers. Now it is used for other
purposes and much of it is Museum. In the centre of the square they built Napoleon’s
tomb and such a wonderful thing it is. You go in and in the centre of a great circular crypt
20 feet in depth and 36 feet around, you look down upon the tomb. It is hewn from a
huge block of porphory brought from Siberia. It is 13 feet long by 6 ½ feet with a depth
of 14 ½ feet. I will try and get pictures of it to send to you. There are twelve great figures
in marble standing around the crypt and there are sixty flags captured in battle, faded and
dull and listless. Outside the door, which is shut fast, are the tombs of his two faithful
friends – Durso and Bertrand – who remained with him even in St. Helena. Then above
and in the outer circle are the tombs of his brothers: Joseph, King of Spain and Jerome,
King of Westphalia, and a small tomb with the ashes of the eldest son, and the heart of
the wife of Jerome Bonaparte. When we came out I asked to walk home so the rest rode
and I came on alone.
Oh! It was great! I walked through narrow streets, amongst such crowds of
people, soldiers in red trousers and blue coats, cavalry officers with long horse hair
plumes in their helmets, noisy little children and wretched beggars. I can’t look at the
horses, my heart just bleeds for them – the poor pitiful things are driven madly all day
long until they hang their heads and drag their weary feet inmindful half the time of the
lashings of their vicious drivers. I would rather walk anytime than ride behind them and
when I ride, I try not to see the horse.
I went into the old hospital of the Invalides through the ancient stone courtyard
where the walls beneath the facades are frescoed with stories from history, and then back
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past the cannon brought from everywhere and over the dry moat which surrounds the
three sides. I went into the church of Saint Clothilde and as it was getting dark hurried
homeward, was just beginning to feel a little lost when I came across a monument to Paul
Chapree which we had driven past yesterday, so I got my bearings and came safely on.
The first morning we were here I got up early and walked around the Palace and through
the garden of the Tuileries down to where they beheaded poor Louis XVI, then back by
the river. I want to do that every morning for we waste so much time waiting to make
plans. The streets are so strange, not uniform at all, but crossing at all sorts of angles, and
bringing you up sometimes in a blind alley, a cul de sac, where there is no outlet. I got
some money changed into French money and it is strange to handle francs and centimes.
Tuesday, February 26th, 1907 (Picton Gazette)
Travels in Algiers
Letter of Miss Young to her sister, dated January, 1907 [Mrs. John Palmer]
My Dear Florence,
Your good letter and mother’s came to me in Marseilles, and I must say I was
awfully glad to get them for it seems such a long time since November 1st.
I am glad mother has been with you though I can’t imagine where you have room
to put everybody. But I know you must be so nice and cosy with your fire in the big coal
stove, and how strange it must be at home with only P___, and D___. How are S___ and
the girls getting along in school? Tell S___ that I have seen so many ancient things that
relics a few hundred years old look, or would look young to me. On our way to
Marseilles we visited an ancient Roman theatre, in ruins of course, but supposed to have
been built in the first century. That was at Orange and it was very strange and wonderful.
At Avignon we slept all night within a walled city which I think I wrote you of before.
We had a fine run down there to Marseilles, where we changed chaffeurs, as Mr. S___
had little confidence in the man he brought over from San Francisco.The man we now
have is fine and the same one who came out of Paris and took us to Caux. It is too bad
that we did not have him from the start. It would have saved great expense and they could
have gotten this man for less wages if he had not known how much the first man
received. As it is, he gets $125.00 a month and all his expenses paid. Here in Europe
chaffeurs only get $75.00 a month, but Mr. S___ had agreed to pay the first man
American rates, so the second demanded it too. The automobile is grand and of so recent
a make, it attracts attention wherever it goes.
We came over from Marseilles by boat. The Mediterranean was as smooth as a
mill pond and the night so warm and balmy that I went up on deck with rugs thinking I
would sleep in our steamer chair. But about midnight a sharp wind came up and the sky
clouded, so I went below. The food on the boat was awful, but the trip was fine all in all.
They put the automobile in a great big box, looked like a box car, and swung it bodily on
deck, where they lashed it to keep it from moving about. In Marseilles, the day before we
came away, Mrs. S___ had her pocket book taken out of her hand bag. It contained one
hundred and fifty francs. Oh! It was a desperate dirty city and we were all glad to leave it
behind. There was one Arab on the boat and all the steerage passengers teased him.
Today we went through the old part of Algiers, took a car up the hill and walked
down through narrow streets where it is difficult in places for two to pass. The view from
the top was magnificent over the rounded and turreted roofs, the white plaster walls with
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blue and coloured tile patterns, funny shaped windows and bright clothes drying on the
house tops. We came down the Rue de Caspa, a street of stairs, step after step, until we
made something over seven hundred. The little children followed us for blocks begging
and chattering and it was funny to watch them. They begin to beg as soon as they crawl I
fancy. Then one little boy followed us and insisted on being our guide. He took us into
the rug factory where we saw them making the most beautiful rugs, into the library, the
cathedral and the mosque, where we saw the followers of the prophet making their
prayers. But, the smells were something awful and it is hard to forget. Tomorrow we are
going on a picnic to a great gorge, taking two friends with us; yesterday we had a long
ride in the morning and changed our hotel coming up to the St. George, out of the city on
a hill, where it is quiet and clean. The grounds are beautiful and the rooms quaint and
pretty as can be. We have had great comfort out of our tea basket, making tea every
afternoon.
I got my first letter from Lena today, posted on January 2nd. She speaks of having
written before, but I have not gotten it. I wish if you could find any of her letters since
she went to San Francisco you would send them on to me, for I would like to know how
she found things on her arrival. Write soon, all of you, addressing care of Mr. D. E. S___,
Hotel Regine, Place de Rivole, Paris. With best love to you all, I am yours very
affectionately, M___.
Wednesday, May 31st, 1967 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Young – Passed away in Hallowell on Thursday, May 25th, 1967, Miss Mattie
Young of Hillier in her 96th year. Rested at the Ainsworth Funeral Home. Private Funeral
Service Saturday, May 27th at 11am. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
(Plot 333, R15S6)
Wednesday, June 7th, 1967 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Miss M. Young Dies Aged 95
A highly esteemed resident, Miss Mattie Young passed away in the Township of
Hallowell, May 25th, 1967. She had suffered a stroke during November 1966 from which
she had made a partial recovery. Her final illness was of two days duration.
Born on March 5th, 1872, she was the daughter of Charles and Elizabeth Ann
(Sheridan) Young. She resided in San Francisco, California for many years, where she
was a member of the nursing profession. She returned to reside at Hillier about 1930.
Survivors are a nephew, Lance Nethery, Picton, and a niece Dorothy Nelson of
Seffner, Florida.
Miss Young was the last surviving member of a family of six. Predeceasing her
were sisters Alice M. Saunders, Florence Palmer, Lena G. Young, Mabel B. Nethery and
Deborah Bedell.
A private service for the immediate relatives and a few personal friends was
conducted at Wellington, Saturday, May 27th, by Rev. J. M. Soutter. Internment Christ
Church Cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 333, R15S6)
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Wednesday, February 7th, 1968 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – Suddenly at his home Hillier, Thursday morning February 6th, 1968,
Ray Alexander in his 61st year. Loving husband of Fannie Wilson; dear father of Murray
of Grimsby and Mrs Dale (Janie) Mastin, Trenton. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home, Wellington. (Funeral arrangements not complete; friends may call the funeral
home 399 3177) (Plot 403, R16S2)
Ray Alexander
The Death occurred very suddenly about 8 o’clock Tuesday morning at his home
Hillier, of Ray Alexander. Though he had been in hospital, returning home a week ago,
he had been feeling well.
He went outside to the car and returning to the house sat in a chair suddenly and
passed away. He was 60 on January 4th.
Mr. Alexander is survived by his wife, nee Fannie Wilson, a son Murray in
Grimsby and a daughter Janie (Mrs. Dale Mastin) of Trenton.
Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, service will be held there.
(Plot 403, R16S2)
Friday, February 9th, 1968 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Alexander – Suddenly at his home Hillier, Thursday morning February 6th, 1968,
Ray Alexander in his 61st year. Loving husband of Fannie Wilson; dear father of Murray
of Grimsby and Mrs Dale (Janie) Mastin, Trenton. Resting at the Ainsworth Funeral
Home, Wellington. Funeral service Friday 9th at 2.30 p.m. (Plot 403, R16S2)
Hillier News
Sympathy is extended to the family of the late Ray Alexander who passed away
suddenly at his home on Tuesday. (Plot 403, R16S2)
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Friday, January 10th, 1969 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Smith, Bessie May – Passed away at The Prince Edward County Memorial
Hospital, Picton, Saturday, January 4th, 1969, Bessie May Wight, beloved wife of the late
Thomas Smith in her 91st year. Dear mother of Irene (Mrs. A. Hudson), Wellington;
Helen (Mrs. H. Mainprize), R.R. 8 Picton; George of Toronto and Clifford of Rochester,
N. Y. Rested at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington. Service Tuesday, January 7th,
Rev. N. Truax, officiating. Entombment Wellington Cemetery Vault. (Plot 516, R21S4)
Wednesday, January 15th, 1969 (Picton Gazette)
Obituary
Mrs. Thomas Smith
The death occurred in Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, Saturday,
January 4th, 1969, of Bessie May Wight, widow of Thomas William Smith who died in
1961. Mrs. Smith resided in Hillier before moving to Wellington 38 years ago.
Born on May 21st, 1878, she was the daughter of John Edgar and Cecilia Jane
(Tripp) Wight.
Mrs. Smith was a member of the United Church and for many years a member of
the Wellington Branch of the Women’s Institute. A lady of many fine qualities, she
enjoyed the steem of a wide circle of friends.
Surviving are two brothers, Earl Wight of Rochester N.Y., and Walter Wight of
Winnipeg, Manitoba; a sister, Mrs. Belle Greenfield, Picton; two sons, George Smith in
Toronto and Clifford Smith in Rochester; two daughters, Mrs. Helen Mainprize,
Waring’s Corners and Mrs. Irene Hudson, Wellington. There are ten grandchildren, 24
great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Rev. Newman J. Truax, assisted
by Rev. Nicholson, Toronto, conducted service at the Ainsworth Funeral Home,
Wellington, on Tuesday, January 7th. Entombment Wellington Vault with internment
later in Hillier Cemetery. Pall bearers were Percy Elliot, Joe lavender, Tim Haloran,
Lewis Wight, Baden Alyea and Garfield Whitney.
There were lovely floral tributes from relatives and friends.
Among those attending the funeral were Rev. and Mrs. Nicholson, Mr. and Mrs.
George Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Smith, all of Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Smith
and Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Smith of Rochester; Mr. and Mrs. William Baldwin, Kingston,
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mainprize, Petawawa. (Plot 516, R21S4)
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Friday, March 21st, 1969 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wannamaker – Mr. Morley Whitney of 319 Second Street, Wellington, passed
away on Wednesday morning, March 19th, 1969 in his 71st year at the residence of his
sister, Mrs. Kenneth Craig, West Lake. Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wannamaker,
husband of Ethel Grace Miller, father of Donald Fred and Oliver Ray, both of Belleville,
Miss Donna Beverly Ann Wannamaker, Toronto, brother of Charles, Wellington;
William, Fort Stewart; Oliver R.R. 3 Consecon; Mrs. Robert (Bertha) Vandusen,
Wellington; Mrs. Kenneth (Mae) Craig, West Lake. Survived by 3 grandchildren. Resting
at the Bush Funeral Home, Belleville, with service on Saturday, March 22nd at 1.30 p.m.
Entombment Wellington vault until spring when internment will be in Hillier Cemetery.
(Plot 401A, R17S6)
Obituary
M.W. Wannamaker Dies Suddenly
Morley Whitney Wannamaker of Wellington, died suddenly early Wednesday
morning, March 19th, from a heart attack at the home of his sister, Mrs. Kenneth Craig.
He was 70. Mr. Wannamaker had been helping his brother-in-law, Mr. Craig, with the
maple syrup harvest and was stricken after retiring.
Born in Mayo Township, Hastings County, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob
Wannamaker. He farmed most of his life in Hillier Township and Wellington District. He
was a member of Wellington United Church and highly respected in the community.
Surviving are his wife, the former Ethel Grace Miller; two sons, Donald Fred and
Oliver Ray Wannamaker, both of Belleville, and one daughter, Miss Donna Beverly Ann
Wannamaker of Toronto.
Also surviving are three brothers, Charles Wannamaker, Wellington; William,
Fort Stewart; Oliver, Consecon; two sisters, Mrs. Robert (Bertha) VanDusen, Wellington;
Mrs. Kenneth (Mae) Craig, West Lake and three grandchildren.
Service is being held at the Bush Funeral Home, Belleville, Saturday, March 22nd
at 1:30 p.m.
Entombment in Belleville cemetery vault with internment in Hillier Cemetery in
the spring. Rev. N. J. Truax will officiate. (Plot 401A, R17S6)
1972
Hillier Native Dies
Following several months illness, Mrs. Geraldine (Gene) Broad passed away at
Prince Edward Memorial Hospital, Picton, on August 14th, 1972.
Born in Hillier Township on January 9th, 1901, she was the youngest daughter of
Frank Benway and his wife, Ruth Eaton. Mrs. Broad attended Niles Corners Public
School and was a member of Hillier United Church and Sunday School.
She married Albert Chamberlain of Pleasant Bay who predeceased her in March,
1940. Later she married Harper Broad of Belleville, who also passed away in June, 1954.
Before his death they had moved to Wellington.
She leaves a son, Barry Broad of Rosehall; two sisters: Mrs. Jack Root, R.R. No.
2, Consecon and Mrs. Viola May, Hastings Manor, Belleville; three brothers: Charles
Benway of Wellington, Will Benway of R.R. No. 1, Hillier and George Benway of
Demorestville. (Plot 29, R2S13)
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Deaths
Badgley, Lugene – Suddenly at Trenton Memorial Hospital, Trenton, Ontario,
Thursday, August 8th, 1974, Lugene Badgley of Hillier, Ontario. Beloved wife of the late
John Badgley. Dear mother of George, Nora (Mrs. J. Mulenaar), Mary June (Mrs. N.
Mulenaar), all of Hillier, and Joan (Mrs. R. Reddom) of Brighton. Also survived by 13
grandchildren. In her 65th year. Rested at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon
Avenue, Wellington. Funeral service, Saturday, August 10th at 1.30 pm. Rev. B. Joynt
officiated. Internment at Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 417, R17S16)
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Deaths
Fred Morton
Thursday, February 6th, 1934 (Picton Gazette)
Mr. Fred Morton honoured by Friends
Hillier – On Friday evening of last week about seventy-five members of Christ
Church and their friends met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Terry to spend a social
evening and to honour Mr. Fred Morton, who is retiring from the position of organist at
Christ Church, where he served for a number of years. Mr. Morton, who was very faithful
and gave his services freely will be greatly missed. Rev. Brownlie called the assembly to
order and read the following address, and Mr. L. K. Leavens made the presentation:
Mr. Fred Morton, Melville:--Dear Mr. Morton,
We your friends and fellow members of Christ Church have met here this evening
for the dual purpose of spending a social hour and also to do you honour.
It is only fair to say that matters took an unexpected turn at the Annual Vestry
meeting last week. Your urgent desire to be relieved of your responsibilities which you
have held so acceptably in the capacity of organist, we felt should be favourably and
sympathetically considered. At that moment we were not prepared to express ourselves in
such an appropriate manner as we wished. After reflection, we desired to honour you in
such a way as you now see.
Words are but feeble and unworthy agents to convey to you genuine and sincere
thanks, consequently we shall reduce them to a minimum. We would, however, ask you
that you will fully understand how profound our gratitude is. Particularly, do we want
you to know, that at all times, we are most solicitous at your well-being and long for a
complete recovery of your health. We bespeak for you all God’s blessings and await the
time when you will resume your place at the organ. With these, our good wishes, we ask
you kindly to accept this humble, but tangible gift as an evidence of our gratitude and
thanks. Accompanying it is our every wish for health and happiness to you and yours.
On behalf of the Congregation, signed J. M. Brownlie, Rector, E. E. Terry and L.
K. Leavens, Wardens.
Mr. Morton expressed his appreciation and thanked all for the gift. During the
social part of the evening, twelve tables of progressive euchre were in play. Mrs. James
Lillie, Kinburn and Mr. Albert Weir won the favours.
Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess assisted by Mr. and Mrs. King
Terry, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Johnston, Mrs. R. Pierson, Misses Isobel Morton, Jean
Morton, Gertie McClennon, Gladys Weir and Iona Terry.
1966
Over 200 Felicitate Mr. and Mrs. F. Morton on Golden Wedding
Fifty years ago on November 14th, St. Thomas Anglican Church at Belleville was
the scene of a wedding with Rural Dean G. R. Beamish officiating. The bride was Lily
Maude Wallbridge, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Wallbridge of Huff’s Island, and the
groom was Fred Morton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Morton, R.R. No. 2 (Melville). The
couple was unattended and left for Ottawa to spend their honeymoon.
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On Sunday, November 13th, 1966, Mr. and Mrs. Morton celebrated their Golden
Wedding Anniversary, and many took the opportunity to felicitate the popular couple
who reside in Wellington.
Mr. and Mrs. Morton were at home to receive relatives and friends at the home of
their daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Harns of Burrs, Sunday afternoon
and evening. Chrysanthemums and yellow roses featured the golden decoration theme.
The tea table was centred with a lovely anniversary cake made and decorated by their
daughter, Mrs. J. D. Cochrane. Gold candies in crystal holders were on either side.
Tea was poured by Mrs. William Davern and Mrs. William Morton of
Wellington; Mrs. Roy Lazier of Belleville, Mrs. Florence Nightingale, Toronto; Mrs.
Cecil McFaul, Mrs. Reg. barber and Mrs. Elmer Young of Ameliasburg and Mrs.
Archibald Graham, Belleville.
Servers were nieces: Mrs. Bill Forbes, Mrs. Robert Coe, Mrs. Lottie Green, Mrs.
Hubert Townsend, Mrs. Merritt Hackett, Mrs. Ridley Wallbridge, Mrs. Allan Wallbridge,
Mrs. George Morton and Mrs. Mac Wallbridge.
More than two hundred signed the guest book. Many congratulatory cards were
received, also a telegram from Governor-General and Madame Vanier, messages from
Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson, Hon. John Diefenbaker, Douglas Alkenbrack, MP,
Norris Whitney, MPP, and a framed scroll signed by Premier John Robarts on behalf of
the Ontario Government.
Mrs. Morton spent her early life on Huff’s Island and he at Melville. They lived at
R.R. No. 2, Consecon and at Wellington since retiring from the farm.
They are valued members of Christ Church, Hillier, Mrs. Morton being treasurer
of the Guild. Mr. Morton taught Sunday school and played the organ at Christ Church for
27 years.
The couple have three children: Mrs. John D. Cochrane (Isobel), 190 Barnardo
Avenue, Peterborough; Mrs. Douglas Black (Jean) of R.R. No. 7, Belleville, and Mrs.
Douglas Harns (Hilda), R.R. No. 2, Consecon. Mrs. Morton’s only surviving brother is
Ernest Wallbridge of R.R. No. 7, Belleville; Mr. Morton has a brother, Walter, in Warner,
Alberta.
Out-of-town guests who joined in the happy observance were from Alberta,
Toronto, Cobourg, Peterborough, Napanee, Belleville, Trenton, Picton, Frankford and
Stirling.
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1974
Deaths
William A. Munro
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 13th, 1974, at the Weaver
Funeral Home, Trenton for William A. Munro of R.R. No. 2, Hillier, who passed away
suddenly on Sunday, November 10th, 1974, at Millbridge, Ontario, in his 56th year.
Internment was in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier, with Rev. Michael Caswell, St.
George’s Church, Trenton, officiating.
Pallbearers were: Allan, Morris and Donald Munro, Leonard White and John and
William Tait; all nephews of the deceased.
The deceased was born in Dungannon Township, Ontario and is the son of
the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander W. Munro. He lived in Hillier Township for 30 years.
Mr. Monro was a retired farmer and former civilian employee at C.F.B. Trenton, retiring
in 1969. He was affiliated with the Anglican Church and was a member of Branch No.
160, Royal Canadian Legion, Wellington, and served in the Hastings and Prince Edward
Regiment overseas during the Second World War. He was also a charter member of the
Wellington Lions Club.
Surviving relatives are his wife, Alice Leonard, a son Leonard, two daughters:
Patricia of Toronto and Marion (Mrs. Charles Parker) of Wellington, two grandchildren,
five brothers: Clifford of R.R. No. 1, Wellington, Jack of Bloomfield, Howard of R.R.
No.2, Carrying Place, Lindsay Munro of Hamilton and Arthur Munro of Cumberland,
B.C., and three sisters: Bessie (Mrs. Burton White) of Stirling, Flossie (Mrs. Ross Tait) of
L’Amahie and Audrey (Mrs. Harker McMurter) of Frankford.
He was predeceased by a bother Walter and a sister Mary Munro. (Plot 618,
R25S14)
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1974
Deaths
Andrew P. Haight
On Thursday, November 28th, one of Prince Edward County’s well known and
beloved citizens was laid to rest in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier.
Andrew Paul Haight, born on August 25th, 1908, was the son of the late James
and Ida Haight, passed away on November 25th, in Prince Edward County Memorial
Hospital. He has lived and farmed all his life in Hillier Township, where he took a keen
interest in community affairs, serving on the Council, school board of S.S. No. 7, and as a
director of Weller’s Bay Cheese Factory for over 20 years.
Throughout the County he was known for his square dance calling and many local
young folks have learned to dance to his instructions.
He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Laura, two sons: Kenneth and Walter of
Consecon, daughters: Rose Marie (Mrs. Harry Morrison) of Belleville and Ruth of
Trenton. Two grandchildren: Angel and Vickie, two brothers: Ben of Hillier and Alton of
Consecon and a sister: Ida (Mrs. Don Kerr) of Hillier.
The funeral was conducted from the Ainsworth Funeral Home, Wellington, with
Rev. David Hawkins taking the service. Pallbearers were: Bryden Alexander, Harry
Alexander, Orville Mastin, Don Sutton, Ross Spencer and Earl Burris. Numerous
donations to the Heart Fund and floral tributes showed the esteem in which he was held.
All who were acquainted with Andy knew that he lived by the Golden Rule “Do
unto others, as you would have them do unto you.” (Plot 390, R16S22)
1976
Deaths
Kerr – At Trenton Memorial Hospital, Trenton, Ontario, Thursday, February 5th,
1976, Ida Maud Haight of R.R. No. 2, Hillier, in her 65th year. Beloved wife of the late
Donald Kerr. Dear mother of Madeline (Mrs. Garry Lowes) of Rose Hall, Kathryn (Mrs.
Jack Tripp) and Donna (Mrs. Florian Bibeau), both of R.R. No. 2, Hillier; also survived
by 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Mrs. Kerr rested at the Whattam
Funeral Home, 33 Main Street West, Picton. Funeral service in the chapel on Monday,
February 9th at 2 pm. Rev. David Hawkins officiated. Entombment Wellington cemetery
vault for internment at Christ Church cemetery, Hillier in the spring.(Plot 450, R18S22)
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1978
In Memoriam
In Loving Memory
Samuel Henry Tripp
In loving memory of a dear
Father, grandfather
And great grandfather,
Samuel Henry Tripp,
Who passed away
December 23rd, 1978.
Everyday in some small way,
Memories of you come our way.
Though absent you are ever near.
Loved and always missed.
The Tripp Family
(Plot 302, R13S17)
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Wednesday, March 12th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Hillier Family Given Gifts
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Nind were happily surprised on Wednesday evening,
February 5th, when Cold Creek and Pleasant Bay neighbours and friends gathered at their
Hillier home to spend a social evening. Mr. Nind’s farm sale had been advertised for a
later date and it was evident that they would be leaving the community.
Editing the ‘Hillier News’ conducted by Mrs. Norman Foster, and a quiz by Mrs.
Sherman Foster formed the early evening amusement. Later, Mr. and Mrs. Nind were
asked to occupy places and Mr. Norman Foster and Mr. Harold Adams presented them
with a trilight floor lamp, while Mrs. Velma Goodmurphy read the following address:
“Dear Mr. and Mrs. Nind,
For more than a score of years, we, the members of this community have profited
by knowing you, and now, that the hour of separation draws near, we have assembled to
assure you of the regret with which our hearts are filled and to testify to the genuiness of
our heartfelt friendship.
Within this period of time you have both endeared yourselves to us by your
earnest devotion to duty and by the hearty interest you have manifested in the welfare of
our township and our neighbourhood.
In affairs of church, as well as state, you will be sadly missed. Words are
inadequate to express the loss that Christ Church will suffer if there is a permanent
severance of the ties which bind you with Hillier. May it please God that these bonds will
not be completely severed.
Wherever you may go, may our Heavenly Father’s richest blessings, those of
health, happiness and prosperity rest upon you. Take with you our sincerest best wishes
for the future and our unfeigned appreciation of your labours on our behalf and that of
our community.
But we could not confine that appreciation to mere words and when looking about
for some suitable testimonial to present to you, we chose this lamp, in the hope that,
though you may be near or far away, its rays will oft times light your way down
memory’s lane and in reality or in reverie guide you back to Cold Creek and to us, your
one-time neighbours and your all-time friends.”
The Ninds both feelingly and graciously thanked their many friends and while
lunch was being prepared and served, the time was spent in reminiscing and visiting.
Many good wishes were expressed for the host and hostess as the guests departed.
After the sale on February 19th, Mr. and Mrs. Nind moved their home furnishings
to Hillier village, recently purchased from Mrs. Robert Coe. They spent a week at the
home of Mr. Harold Adams and at present are visiting with relatives in Shannonville.
They expect to come to Hillier to reside about Easter time.
Friday, October 29th, 1947 (Picton Gazette)
Wellington
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Nind intend to reside on Consecon Street shortly.
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Wednesday, February 16th, 1949
Wellington
Mr. Walter Nind is seriously ill at his home, Consecon Street. He suffered a heart
attack on Friday night.
1980
Obituary
Walter Nind
A funeral was conducted Monday, November 10th from the Ainsworth Funeral
Home in Wellington by Major Rev. Michael Cole for Walter Nind of 33 Wilkie Street,
Belleville. Mr. Nind died November 7th in the Belleville General Hospital in his 88th year.
Interment was in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier, where he had been a warden for
many years.
Pallbearers were: Don Baitley, Earl Burris, Ralph Margetson, Gordon Nelson,
Gwilym Post and Andrew Silver.
Both Masonic Lodge and Order of Eastern Star services were held the Sunday
evening prior to the funeral
Mr. Nind is survived by his wife Elizabeth. He was predeceased by six brothers
and his first wife, the former Alice Long.
Born in Worcester, England, Mr. Nind came to Canada in 1907.
A First World War veteran, he joined the service in Belleville with the 254th
Battalion and served overseas with the 6th Reserve Regiment in Seaford, England and the
12th CTR’s in France.
Following his discharge in 1919, Mr. Nind farmed in the Hillier area for several
years before moving to Wellington, where he was employed by Canadian Canners as a
field man, and later by the Department of Highways.
Mr. Nind was a past master and life member of Consecon Lodge No. 50 A.F. and
A.M., three-bar worthy patron and life member of Lakeside Chapter No. 81 Order of the
Eastern Star, Wellington.
Since moving to Belleville seven years ago, Mr. Nind was associated with the
Belleville Chapter No. 55 of the Eastern Star. (Plot 354, R15S22)
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1983
Deaths
Velma Deans Jones Goodmurphy Matthews
Thursday, March 10th, 1927 (Picton Gazette)
Presentation to Mrs. Allen Goodmurphy
A pleasing event took place at Cold Creek School, Hillier Township, on Friday
afternoon, February 26th, when the trustees joined the pupils to present to their teacher,
Mrs. Allan Goodmurphy (nee Velma Jones) a beautiful mahogany mantle clock as a
token of their love and esteem. The presentation was made by Janet Grant, while Jamie
Alexander read the following address:
Dear Mrs. Goodmurphy:--We, the pupils of Cold Creek School wish to extend to you our very best wishes
for much happiness in your new life and we take pleasure in asking you to accept this
clock as a token of our love and respect for you.
We hope it may tick off many, many happy years for you. Perhaps, when its
hands point to nine o’clock in days to come, some mornings you will let your thoughts
drift back to the time you have spent with us. We hope the memories you will have of us
will be as pleasant as we shall have of you.
Signed – The Pupils
Mrs. Goodmurphy replied thanking them one and all very kindly for the beautiful
gift and for the hearty co-operation of pupils and trustees in the school work.
Auction Sale
Saturday, June 30th, 1984 at 12:30 p.m. at the home of Miss Margaret McLean in
the village of Consecon.
Coldsport refrigerator, Kenmore 30” range, 26” Electrohome Colour T.V. A-1, 2
Victorian sofas, Cridenza or chest of drawers, antique walnut coffee table, parlour chairs,
gentleman’s chair, corner what-not, drop leaf stand, lamp stands, Mahogany set of 4
parlour chairs, walnut set of 3 parlour chairs, antique book rack, brass round stand, brass
tea pot holder, walnut buffet, walnut wall cupboard, parlour drop leaf table, antique
rockers, wall what-not, occasional swivel rockers and chairs, brass balance scales, hall
table, walnut jewelry box, hand loom coverlet on couch, ladder back rockers and chairs, 2
antique needle point foot stools, walnut sewing cabinet, press back chairs, tredle sewing
machine, 2 blanket boxes, single bed and mattress, oak cupboard, red cedar chest,antique
3 piece bedroom suite, parlour tables, set of four chairs, Ogee frame and mirror, wash
stand with wooden handles, 2 wash sets, chest of drawers, sterling dresser set, antique
picture frames, floor lamps, antique writing box, antique fern stand, Quebec wood stove,
drop leaf pinetable, earthenware, coal oil lamps, pint measure brass candle holders, brass
cigarette holder, pine church benches, Remington portable typewriter, humidifier,
pedestal glass, quantity of silverplate, tea set, Hen on the nest, set of 12 dinnerware, brass
reading lamp, child’s sad iron, Flo blue china, cut glass, press glass, colour glass, goblets,
serving pieces, cups and saucers, china ornaments, ruby glass, occupied Japan, Silver
cake plate, radios, electrical appliances, garden tools, quantity of china, other small
articles, too numerous to mention.
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Owner and Auctioneer not responsible for any accidents on day of sale.
OWNER: Miss Margaret McLean
AUCTIONEER: Dean O’Hara – 392 1734
1985
Death
McLEAN: at Belleville General Hospital on Thursday, June 27th, 1985, Margaret
E. McLean, formerly of Consecon and latterly of Hallowell House, Picton. Beloved sister
of Roderick McLean, Belleville and the late Ewan McLean. Dear aunt of Marja (Mrs.
Edward Pilgrim), Consecon. Friends are invited to call at the Weaver Funeral Home,
Trenton, Friday afternoon and evening. Service in the funeral home on Saturday, June
29th, at 1:30 p.m., Rev. H. Gruppe, officiating. Internment, Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier.
Deaths
Margaret E. McLean – Picton
Funeral service for Margaret E. McLean, of Hallowell House, Picton, and
formerly of Consecon, was held June 29th.
Miss McLean died at Belleville General Hospital, June 27th.
She was born in Prince Edward County, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John McLean.
Educated at Glasgow and Ottawa where she received her teaching drgree she
taught for many years at Huff’s Island before returning to Consecon.
Miss McLean was active in Consecon community work, the Women’s Institute
and local activities of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind.
She had been in ill health for the past four years.
She was the sister of Roderick McLean, of Belleville and the late Ewen McLean.
She was also the aunt of Mrs. Edwin (Marja) Pilgrim, of Consecon.
The service at Weaver Funeral Home, Trenton, was conducted by Rev. Hans
Gruppe, of Consecon United Church.
Burial was at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
Active bearers were: Claude Ebbett, Philip and Michael Baldwin, McRae
Danford, Earl Rathburn and Bud Farrington. Honourary bearers were Ken Alyea and Earl
Burris.
Deaths
Margaret McLean
Margaret E. McLean of Hallowell House, Picton, formerly of Consecon, Ontario,
died Thursday, June 27th, 1985 at the Belleville General Hospital. She had been in failing
health for the past four years.
Born in Prince Edward County, she is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John
McLean. She is the sister of Roderick McLean of Belleville and the late Ewan McLean.
She is the aunt of Mrs. Edwin (Marja) Pilgrim, of Consecon, Ontario.
The late Miss McLean was a former public school teacher, having taught at
Huff’s Island, Glasgow, Scotland and Ottawa before retiring to Consecon. She received
her teaching degree in Ottawa.
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Miss McLean was very active in Community work in Consecon besides the
Women’s Institute and CNIB Association.
Services were held Saturday, June 29th, 1985 at 1.30 p.m. at the Weaver Funeral
Home, Trenton, conducted by Rev. H. Gruppe of the Consecon United Church.
Internment took place at the Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
Pall bearers were: Claude Ebbett, Philip and Michael Baldwin, McRae Danford,
Earl Rathburn, and Bud Farrington. Honourary pall bearers were Ken Alyea and Earl
Burris.
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2004
Deaths
Clarke
At Hallowell House Nursing Home, Monday, July 5th, 2004, Mary Hettie Clarke
of R.R. No. 2, Consecon, in her 102nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Harold Clarke. Dear mother of Muriel Mattis of
Consecon, Francis (Jean) Clarke of R.R. No. 2, Consecon, and Elizabeth Mattis of R.R.
No. 2, Consecon. Loved by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great
grandchildren. Predeceased by her sister Jane and brothers Arthur and Edward.
Friends called at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington
on Thursday, July 8th from noon until the time of service at 2 pm. Rev. Blair Peever
officiated. Cremation, followed by internment of ashes in Hillier cemetery at a later date.
Memorial donations to the Hallowell House Staff Association would be appreciated by
the family. (Plot 603B, R25S4)
2004
Deaths
Benway, Mabel (Mae) – formerly of Wellington, passed away peacefully at
Picton Manor Nursing Home, Thursday, December 30th, 2004, in her 100th year. Beloved
wife of the late William Benway. Dear mother of Ruth Beer (Joseph) of Kitchener, June
Cowan (Donald) of Kanata, Gordon Benway (Judy) of R.R. No. 1, Hillier and
predeceased by Greta Heard. Loved by her 8 grandchildren Greg, Rod, Stephen, Bev,
Brenda, Debbie, Robert and Valerie and also her 8 great grandchildren. Dear sister of
Theda Gray of Belleville and predeceased by sisters Helen Broadley, Geraldine Jones and
brother, Donald Pearsall. Friends may call at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon
Avenue, Wellington, on Sunday, January 2nd from 7-9pm. Funeral service in the chapel
on Monday, January 3rd at 2.00pm., Rev. Jeff deJonge officiating. Spring internment at
Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. Memorial donations to Wellington United Church would
be appreciated by the family. (Plot 299, R13S15)
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2005
Obituary
Hazel Closson
Hazel Evelyn Closson of R.R. No. 1, Hillier, died on August 10th, 2005, at Prince
Edward County Memorial Hospital. She was in her 88th year.
She was born on November 24th, 1917 in Frankford to the late Richard and Carrie
Haggarty. She was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence Closson.
Hazel was a homemaker and a seasonal worker at canning factories dealing with
tomatoes and chickens. She completed her elementary education in the County and high
school in Frankford.
She was a member of Prince Edward County Free Methodist Church, having
attended for 78 years. She was a Sunday school teacher and also looked after visitations
and the prayer chain.
She is the mother of Eldon (Mary Ellen) Closson, Carol (Doug) Bigg, Donna
(Harvey) Cooper and Paul (Helen) Closson. She will be remembered by her seven
grandchildren and her three great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers
Gerald and Reg Haggarty and her sister Dorothy Jewell. She was predeceased by her
sister Lila Wannamaker and her brother Carl Haggarty.
Pastor Steve Cylka and Pastor Carl Bull officiated at the funeral at the Prince
Edward County Free Methodist Church on August 13th. Her granddaughter Valerie
Closson read a scripture, and a tribute was given by a nephew Leslie Jewell.
Pallbearers were grandsons: Allan Bigg, Craig Closson, Nathan Cooper, Jeffrey
Closson, Drew Cooper and Mitchell Closson. Internment at Christ Church cemetery,
Hillier. (Plot 326B, R15S1)
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2006
Deaths
Kellar, Dorothy Mary Emma (Preston)
Peacefully at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, January 31st,
2006, Dorothy Mary Emma Kellar (Preston), daughter of the late Fred and Annie
(Dainard) Preston. Beloved wife of the late Merton Kellar. Loving mother of Gail
Ellsworth and Monty Lawrence Kellar of Picton. Loving Nana of her grandchildren
Debora (Geoff) Thompson of Courtice, Noel (Tami) Clark of Marysville and Anna
Ellsworth of Carleton Place, and her great grandchildren Matthew and Amanda
Thompson, Cole Clark and William, Dalton and Carla Bulten. Dear sister of Ronald
Preston of Toronto and Beatrice Rowbotham of Wilberforce. Predeceased by brothers
Harry and William, infant brother David, sister Rosie Preston and infant granddaughter
Nova Clark. Friends may call at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue,
Wellington, on Thursday, February 2nd from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral service will be held
on Friday, February 3rd in the chapel at 11 am, Rev. Blair Peever officiating. Spring
internment in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. Memorial donations to the Heart and
Stroke Foundations or the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation would
be appreciated by the family. (Plot 600A, R25S3)
Obituary
Kellar, Dorothy Mary Emma nee: Preston
Peacefully, after a brief illness, Dorothy passed on Tuesday, January 31st, 2006.
She was born in Trenton on December 14th, 1918, the second daughter of Fred and Annie
(Dainard) Preston.Dorothy began school in Wellington and later attended Queen
Alexandra School in Belleville and S.S. No. 20 Thurlow. She worked as a domestic from
the age of fifteen, made radios, grease guns and black-out lights at Stewart-Warner
during wartime.
She married Merton Kellar on August 20th, 1942 and came to help on the Kellar
farm at Huyck’s Point, where their children Gail and Monty (Lawrie) were born. Merton
became unable to operate the farm due to injuries suffered while overseas with the Hasty
P’s and in December 1958 the family moved to Danforth Road, Wellington. Dorothy
worked for many years in the canning industry for Martins, Bishops, Conleys and Greers
Factories.
She became a member of the Wellington Legion Ladies Auxillary (40 years), St.
Andrew’s Anglican Church Women and Wellington Women’s Institute (34 years) and
Wellington Senior Citizens. Dorothy baked fresh bread and buns for community bake
sales and sewed for their bazaars, donating lovely braided rugs over the years.
In 1969 Merton passed away and Dorothy summoned her courage to learn to
drive which she enjoyed until 2000. In 1986 she and Lawrie moved into Wellington,
where they resided until 1988 when they moved with Gail to Picton.
Besides her family, her greatest pleasures included baking and sewing and travel
to places like Las Vegas, Nashville, Atlantic City, England, Scotland and Wales; her
porcelain dolls, Bingo, lottery tickets, Burnt Almond chocolate bars, a challenging game
of cribbage and a certain St. Bernard named Tonka.
She will be lovingly remembered by daughter Gail Ellsworth and son, Monty
Lawrence Kellar of Picton; her grandchildren: Debora (Geoff) Thompson of Courtice,
Noel (Tami) Clark of Marysville and Anna Ellsworth of Carleton Place and her great
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grandchildren Matthew and Amanda Thompson, Cole Clark and William, Dalton and
Carla Bulten; brother Ronald Preston of Toronto and sister Beatrice Rowbotham of
Wilberforce. Predeceased by brothers Harry, William infant brother Percy (David), sister
Rosie Preston and infant granddaughter Nova Lynn Clark.
The funeral service was held at the Ainsworth Funeral Home in Wellington on
Friday, February 3rd, 2006, with Rev. Blair Peever officiating. Grandson, Noel Clark and
granddaughter, Anna Ellsworth offered personal tributes. A Spring Internment will be
held at Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. (Plot 600A, R25S3)
2007
Memorial
Kellar, Dorothy. In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great
grandmother, who passed away January 31st, 2006.
As time unfolds to mark one year,
Memories keep her ever near,
Till memory fades and life departs,
You will be forever in our hearts.
Always remembered, sadly missed by Gail, Monty, Debbie, Noel, Anna, Cole, Matthew
and Amanda. (Plot 600A, R25S3)
2006
Deaths
Margetson, Charles E.
Quietly, at Trillium Ridge in Kingston, on Monday, July 31st, 2006, in his 94th
year. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Wannamaker) for 65 years. Dear father of Gail
Kinnear and her husband John of Kingston and Brian Margetson and his wife Sharon of
Mississauga; predeceased by three infant sons. Loving “Grandpa” to Jason Kinnear of
Toronto and Jennifer Reid and her husband Jeffrey of Kingston, and doting “Poppa” to
little Eva Grace. Sadly missed by his feline companion, Mitzi. Also remembered by his
aunt, Rachel Matthews of West Lake and brother Ralph Margetson and his wife Pearl of
Consecon. Predeceased by sisters Jessie Locke, late of the UK, and Amy Hardy, late of
Wellington. He will also be missed by Ruth’s brother John Wannamaker and his wife
Daisy of Consecon, and several nieces and nephews both in Canada and the U.K. Resting
at the James Reid Funeral Home, Cataraqui Chapel (1900 John Coulter Boulevard).
Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service in St. Peter’s
Anglican Church (4333 Bath Road) on Friday, August 4th, at 10.30 am., Reverend Kris
Michaelson officiating. Internment in Hillier cemetery. As an expression of sympathy,
donations may be made to St. Peter’s Anglican Church Building Fund or the Humane
Society. (Donations by cheque only, please) (Plot No. not known, R7, probable stone 17)
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2007
Obituary
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Crown Ridge Place,
Trenton, Ontario, on Friday, June 22nd, 2007, Fannie Irene Milligan (Alexander),
formerly of Hillier, in her 95th year.
Beloved wife of the late Ray Alexander (1968) and the late Harold Milligan
(1973). Dear mother of Murray Alexander and his wife Isabel of Grimsby and Janie
Mastin and her husband Dale of Consecon. Loving grandmother of Robert (Tina) Mastin
and Kevin (Jane) Mastin, all of Trenton. Great grandmother of Courtney and Jacob
Mastin and Chris and Kaitlin Au Coin. Fannie will be sadly missed by her sisters-in-law
Ruth and Grace Wilson and her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sisters
Libbie Wood and Marjorie O’Halloran and her brothers: Garland, Henry and Bruce
Wilson.
Friends may call at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue,
Wellington, on Sunday, June 24th from 7-9 pm. And on Monday, June 25th from 10.00
am., until the time of the funeral service at 11.00 am., Pastor Gail Conrick officiating.
Internment in Christ Church cemetery, Hillier. Memorial Donations to the Smithfield
Christian Congregational Church or ‘Almost Home’, Kingston, would be appreciated by
the family. (Plot 404, R16S2)
2007
Obituary
Smith, Louis Patrick – Passed away at Kingston General Hospital on Thursday,
June 28th, 2007, Lou Smith of Belleville in his 73rd year. Dear son of Dorothy (Patrick)
Smith Fournier of Trenton and the late Cleveland ‘Tim’ Smith. Beloved husband of the
late Maureen (Farrell) Smith and pre-deceased by their son Patrick and by stepfather
Henry Fournier. Lou is survived by his Aunt Merle and Uncle John Mitchell of
Belleville; cousins Fred Armstrong, Trenton; Gordon Armstrong, Cobourg; four nieces
and nephews: Aunt Eve and Uncle William ‘Willie’ Archer, Belleville; Aunt Anne
Patrick, Nepean; cousins Linda Aitkens, Goderich; Mike Patrick, Calobogie; mother-inlaw Ione (late Michael) Farrell of Trenton and by brothers-in-law Brian and Michael
Farrell, Trenton; five nieces and nephews; pre-deceased by the late John and Glen Farrell.
He was loved by many friends and will be truly missed. Arrangements entrusted to the
Rushnell Funeral Centre, 60 Division Street, Trenton. Following Cremation, a private
graveside service was held on Monday, July 9th, 2007, at Christ Church cemetery, Hillier,
the Rev. Canon Dr. Thora Wade-Rowe officiating. Following the internment a private
reception was held at Caper’s Restaurant Private Dining Room in Belleville. Donations to
the Kidney Foundation or the Belleville waterfront Improvement (in memory of Louis
Smith) would be appreciated by the family. On-line condolences at
www.quintefuneralcentres.com. (Plot 684A, R11S1)
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2008
Obituary
EBBETT, Margaret Leora -Peacefully at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on
Saturday July 12, 2008. Leora (Simonds) of Lakefield in her 88th year. Wife of the late
Claude Ebbett. Sister-in-law of the late Lois and Archie Schriver, Russell and Anne
Ebbett, Paul and Vi Ebbett and Ivan and Marg Ebbett. Fondly remembered by her niece
Lorraine Ebbett of Peterborough and her great niece Tracy (Eric Kane) and their daughter
Madelyn and great nephew Ron Ebbett. Leora will be sadly missed by Debbie Leone,
Marie Allen and Robert MacDonald. Pre-deceased by her cousin Olive MacDonald and
nephew Wayne Ebbett. Friends will be received at the NISBETT FUNERAL HOME &
CHAPEL, 600 Monaghan Rd. S. from 1:00 -3:00 p. m. Thursday. A funeral service will
be held in the Nisbett Chapel on Thursday July 17, 2008 at 3:00 p. m. followed by a
reception in the Nisbett Reception Centre. Interment will take place at Christ Church
Cemetery, Hillier, Ontario at a later date. If desired, memorial donations to the Lakefield
Animal Welfare Society or to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated. (Plot 129,
R6S6)
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Thursday, November 5th, 2009 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Best, Lorena Orlinda – Passed away peacefully at the Prince Edward County
Memorial Hospital, Picton, on Monday, November 2nd, 2009, Lorena Orlinda Best, of
Wellington (formerly of Hillier), in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Best.
Loving mother of Orlinda (Rob) Johnston, William (Bev), Betty (Rick) Miller, Sharon
(Patrick) Kenny and Alex (Lisa). Remembered by her grandchildren Loretta, Jeramie,
Amanda, Meghan, Morgan, Michael, A. J., Kyle, Nathan, Kathy, Kim, Tina, Chris and
her numerous great grandsons. Survived by her sister Georgetta Torney. Predeceased by
11 siblings. Lorena will be sadly missed by her many dear friends and family. Friends
were invited to call at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington, on
Wednesday, November 4th, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St.
Andrew’s Anglican Church, Wellington, on Thursday, November 5th at 11:00 a.m.
Internment, Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Memorial donations to the St. Andrew’s
Anglican Church would be appreciated by the family. Online condolence and donations
at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com. (Plot 667, R18S18)
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 (County Weekly News)
Deaths
Best, Lorena Orlinda – Passed away peacefully at the Prince Edward County
Memorial Hospital, Picton, on Monday, November 2nd, 2009, Lorena Orlinda Best, of
Wellington (formerly of Hillier), in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Best.
Loving mother of Orlinda (Rob) Johnston, William (Bev), Betty (Rick) Miller, Sharon
(Patrick) Kenny and Alex (Lisa). Remembered by her grandchildren Loretta, Jeramie,
Amanda, Meghan, Morgan, Michael, A. J., Kyle, Nathan, Kathy, Kim, Tina, Chris and
her numerous great grandsons. Survived by her sister Georgetta Torney. Predeceased by
11 siblings. Lorena will be sadly missed by her many dear friends and family. Friends
may call at the AINSWORTH FUNERAL HOME, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington, on
Wednesday, November 4th, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St.
Andrew’s Anglican Church, Wellington, on Thursday, November 5th at 11:00 a.m.
Internment, Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Memorial donations to the St. Andrew’s
Anglican Church would be appreciated by the family. Online condolence and donations
at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com. (Plot 667, R18S18)
Thursday, October 28th, 2010 (County Weekly News)
In Memoriam
Best, Lorena, Orlinda – In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and
great grandmother who paseed away November 2nd, 2009.
Mom is such a special word,
A word that brings to mind,
A big warm smile, a helping hand,
A way of being kind.
Devoted to the family,
A word of patience too,
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Mom is such a special word,
Because it stands for ‘you’.
So you who have a mother,
Cherish her with care,
For you’ll never know the heartache,
Till you see her vacant chair.
Never forgotten, always loved by daughter Orlinda and family.
Thursday, February 11th, 2010 (Picton Gazette)
Death
Tripp, Keith Grant
Suddenly on Friday, February 5th, 2010 at the age of 72. Keith passed away at his
home in Picton, Ontario. Predeceased by his father Samuel, his son Peter and his
daughter Kelly. He is survived by his mother Flossie of Wellington, His daughter Cindy
of Alberta and his sons Darren and Todd (Donna) of Belleville, his grandchildren
Christopher, Blue, Deserae, Anne and his great-grandchildren Logan, Hailey, Shayla and
Draydon. He will be missed by his siblings, Betty, Bruce (Hilda), Jack (Veronica) and
Robert (Shelly). A Graveside Service will be held at Christ Church, Hillier at a later date.
Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the
family. Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue,
Wellington, Ontario 613-399-3177. Online donations and condolences at
www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com.
May 26th, 2010 (Wellington Times)
Internment
The Internment of Keith Grant Tripp, son of Sam and Flossie Tripp will take
place at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, (Danforth and Closson Road) Friday, May 28th,
11.30 a.m.
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March 5, 2010
Tripp, John
I. JOHN (JACK) TRIPP
CWO (retired) MMM, CD
02 January 1940 to 05 March 2010
Member Legion Branch #160
UBIQUE
After a courageous battle with cancer, John (Jack) passed away on 05 March 2010 at the
age of 70 in Picton, ON. He will be deeply missed by his wife Veronica of 46 years of
Wellington, his son Jeffrey, daughter in law Sherri, grandsons Johnathan and Joseph of
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Smith Falls and his daughter Lisa of Kingston. He is predeceased by his father Samuel
and his brother Keith. He is survived by his mother Flossie of Wellington, his sister Betty
of North Bay, his brother Bruce (Hilda) of Coalhurst, Alberta and his brother Robert
(Shelly) of Trenton. He will also be missed by his in-laws Glenda of Ottawa, Gloria
(Ken) of England, Patrick of Alberta, Louise (Salvator) of Montreal, Lionel of North Bay
and Ann of Belleville and by many cousins, nieces, nephews and his best friend Lochlin.
John (Jack) was a proud serving member of the Canadian Armed Forces for over 35
years. He retired in 1995 from the Royal Canadian Artillery and was stationed over the
years in Gagetown, Germany, Winnipeg, Shilo, Toronto, Kingston and St. Jean. Jack was
honoured by the Cadets at the Royal Military College as honourary graduate in 1983
while he was the drill Sergeant Major and again in 1995 as CWO of the College. He took
great pride in being the RSM at the Language School in St. Jean and at the Artillery
Battle School in Shilo. He was passionate about sports and loved to play hockey, golf and
enjoyed fishing. He always supported the Toronto Maple Leafs and the New York
Yankees. The family would like to thank the Doctors and nurses at the Cancer Unit at
KGH and the nursing staff at Picton Memorial Hospital and at Hallowell House for the
wonderful care and support they provided to him and to our family.
Friends may call at the
AINSWORTH FUNERAL HOME,
288 NOXON AVENUE, WELLINGTON
on Tuesday, March 9th from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m.
Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on
Wednesday, March 10th at 1:00 p.m.
Reverend Andrew Wilson officiating.
Spring Interment Christ Church Cemetery in Hiller, ON.
Memorial Donations to the Wellington Arena Fund or the
RCA Regimental Fund would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences and donations at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com
For Donations to the RCA Regimental Fund please forward cheques payable to
RCA Regimental Fund to
RCA Regimental Headquarters
Canadian Forces Base Shilo
Box 5000 Stn. Main
Shilo, MB R0K 2A0
c/o Captain G. Popovits
For Donations to the Wellington Arena Fund please forward cheques payable to
Wellington Arena Fund
c/o County of Prince Edward
Recreation, Parks & Culture
72 King Street, Picton, ON K0K 2T0
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September 14th,2005 (Wellington Times)
Thank You
I would like to thank my family and friends for coming to my 95th Birthday party
and making it so special. The many cards, gifts and flowers were very much appreciated.
Thank you to St. Andrew’s A.C.W. for the wonderful food and all their hard work. May
God Bless You All. Thank You! Flossie Tripp.
Thursday, June 3rd, 2010 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Tripp (nee Gibson), Flossie Jane – 10 October 1910 – 24 May 2010
Life member of Legion No. 160. Member of PEC Women’s Institute and Member
of ACW. Peacefully on 24 May 2010 in her 100th year, Flossie Jane passed away at the
Lodge by the lake Retirement Home in Wellington, Ontario. Predeceased by her husband
Samuel, her sons Keith and John (Jack), her grandchildren Maureen, Peter and Kelly and
her parents Garfield and Pearl Gibson and her siblings Clinton, Elgin, Cyril, Arthur,
Bessie, Irene, Audrey and Vivian. She will be deeply missed by her two sisters Lola of
Manotick and Magretha of Cold Lake, her daughter Betty of North Bay, sons Bruce
(Hilda) of Coalhurst, Alberta, Robert (Shelly) of Trenton, and in laws Veronica of
Wellington, Lionel of North Bay and Ann of Belleville. She will also be missed by her 12
grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren and many nieces,
nephews and cousins. She will be fondly remembered as a wonderful seamstress and her
teaching to many to sew, knit, crochet and quilt. Others will never forget her making
coffee, sandwiches, her famous Queen Elizabeth Cake and her taffy tarts for the card
parties and many other local events. Friends called at the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288
Noxon Avenue, Wellington on Thursday May 27th from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral service
was held on Friday May 28th at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Wellington,
Reverend Richard Pitcher officiationg. Internment Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier.
Memorial donations can be made to St. Andrew’s Anglican Church. Online condolences
and donations at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com. (Plot 303, R13S7)
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2010
Deaths
Tapp, Mary Elaine (nee Masterson) – Entered into rest at the Belleville General
Hospital on August 1st, 2010, Mary Elaine of Lingham Street, Belleville at the age of 64.
Daughter of the late Doanald and Vera Masterson (nee Grotto). Beloved wife of Gary
Samuel Tapp. Dear mother of Sherry Lynn Reid, husband John, grandchildren KrystalElaine, Courtney and Erica Reid of Belleville. Great grandmother of Krystal-Elaine and
Shaun Olsen, Riely, Kiersten, Blake of Trenton. Mother of Christopher Wayne Tapp and
wife Lori, grandchildren Curtis and Erin Tapp of Stirling and Patricia Ann Tapp of
Belleville. Dear sister to the late June Ann Marlene Hughes and dear sister to nancy
Elizabeth Maillette and husband Joe of Trenton. Loved by many nieces and nephews.
Survived by brother in law Albert Tapp and wife Joan of Barrie, Norman Tapp, wife
Shirley of Hillier, Ronald Tapp, wife Sharron of Belleville, Gerald Tapp, wife Joanne of
Ottawa and sister in law Linda Brant and husband Wayne of Ottawa. Also loved by many
nieces and nephews on the Tapp side of the family. Friends are invited to call at the
Belleville Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd. 68 North Front Street Belleville (613-9685080) on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
at St. Michael the Archangel Church on Thursday, August 5th, 2010 at 10 a.m. Internment
to follow at Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. As expressions of sympathy donations to
the Heart & Stroke Foundation, diabetes Foundation or the Belleville Food Bank would
be appreciated by the family. Online condolences www.quintefuneralcentres.com.
Thursday, October 21st, 2010 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Spencer, Jean
Peacefully passed away at the West Lake Terrace Nursing Home on Thursday,
October 14th, 2010. Jean Spencer of Hillier at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Ross
Spencer. Dear mother of Cheryl (David) Brough. Predeceased by her daughter Gloria
Benway and her son Al Spencer. Remembered by her 8 grandchildren, 14 great
grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Jean will always be remembered for her
quilting and baking. Friends called at Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue,
Wellington on Monday, October 18th, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service was held in the
Chapel on Tuesday, October 19th at 1.00 p.m. Reverend Phil Hobbs officiated.
Internment, Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer
Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at
www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com (Plot 622B, R25S17)
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Thursday, November 18th, 2010 (Picton Gazette)
Deaths
Wright, David Wesley
Unexpectedly at the Kingston General Hospital, Kingston Ontario on Friday,
November 12th, 2010. David Wesley Wright, in his 56th year. Son of Mabel Wright and
the late Wesley Wright. Beloved father of Trudy (Daryl), Darryl and Ashley. Big
Grandpa to Andrew, Roan, Evan, Toran and Brett Philips, Tucker, Troy, Taylor, Tanner,
Trent and Madeline Wright and Logan and Brinlee Jones. A Graveside Service will be
held at 11 a.m. at the Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier, Ontario, Reverend Andrew Wilson
officiating. Memorial donations to the Christ Church Cemetery, Hillier would be
appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home 613399-3177. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com. (Plot
311C, R11S16)
2011
Deaths
KING, Marjorie Clark - passed away peacefully at Moira Place in Tweed on Saturday
March 19th, 2011, at the age of 95. Loving daughter of the late John and Alice
Thompson. Beloved wife of the late Edward King. Dear mother of Michael and his wife
Brenda, Philip and his wife Brenda, Arnold and his wife Lynn, Lynda McFarland and
her husband Larry, and Muriel Richards and her husband Bob. Fondly remembered by
her 11 grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the
RUSHNELL FUNERAL HOME 60 Division St., Trenton (613-392-2111) on
Wednesday from 4-7p.m. Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday March 24th,
2011 at 1p.m. Rev. Shaun Seaman officiating. Interment Christ Church Cemetery,
Hillier in the Spring. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the King Street United
Church or Moira Place would be appreciated by the family. On-line condolences at
www.quintefuneralcentres.com.