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Posted June 2, 2013
STARR Looking for any info about the Frederick STARR family that lived in Burks Falls area in 1901 census. Please contact Leo.

Posted June 2, 2013
ANDERSON – looking for info about the William Anderson family. Moved from Sutton to Humphrey Township near the end of the 1890s. His wife was Mary H. (LaLone?), sons Manly and Cecil. Daughter Juanita. William appears in the 1901 Census but not in the 1911 Census. Youngest son, Roderick appears on the 1911 Census. I am seeking any info about where their farm was and where William’s grave site is. Please contact Peter.

Posted June 2, 2013
Looking for any info on the MCKINNON's settled in Seguin Falls, Ontario. Thomas and his father Angus both worked on the railroad. Thomas and Mary Jane McKinnon operated the King George hotel. Please contact Donna.

Posted Apr 5, 2013
Researching JOSEPH BIGELOW & ELIZABETH LUCY HOGG m. 1849. Need copy of marriage license or registration. Please contact Carol.

Posted Apr 5, 2013
Looking for the HODGES family, Charles A. & Mary Ann GREEN HODGES, children Theresa b. April 1877 & D. April 1877: Mercy Jane b. 21 March 1878 and Mary Eleanor b. 19 Jan 1880. Charles properitor of a hotel. Does anyone have a copy of You, Me and Foley that could look Charles up? Please contact Carolyn.

Posted Apr 5, 2013
BERNIER and BECHARD. Aurora (Bechard) Bernier died on Christmas Day 1912 in Britt, ON. She was only 22 with 4 young children. Married to Joseph Arthur Bernier (son of Cyriac and Suzanne - Lamarre). She was my grandmother - her daughter was Zita (who was only 3 when Aurora died). What happened to Aurora? Her parents were Theophile Bechard and Marie St. Pierre, from Blind River, ON?? I have her wedding photo. Please contact Maureen.

Posted Apr 5, 2013
YEARLEY, George Samuel b 1820 Whitechapel, Middlesex. London, Eng died 1886 in the Bracebridge, Ontario married Eliza (Dicks) both are buried in Bracebridge (my gr gr grandparents). I'm looking for any photos of the family. They had approx ?? children, David Yearley b 1854 England died 1877 Bracebridge, Ont – never married; Isabella Yearley b 1852 England died “drowned at Falkenburg 1871 (buried in Bracebridge, ONT) she apparently had been working at the Railway Stn at Falkenburg, Ont w/family members; Henry Yearley b 1864 Davenport Stn, Toronto died 1929 Vancouver, BC married Mary Ella May b from Orilla, Ont (she was the daughter of Robert Butler May & Elizabeth Tait); Eliza Mary Ann Yearley b 1848 England died 1891 Muskoka District she married Thomas Keall)they had approx 4 children: Jessie Martha Eliza Keall b 1873; Alice Frances Keall 1875-1956; Clarissa Viola Keall 1878 – died 1960 Saskatchewan; Clarissa married 2x 1st husband was Oliver B Beattie & they had 5 children born in the Muskoka area: Florence Kathleen Beattie b 1899, Walter Leslie Beattie 1901-1946; Ellen Alice Beattie 1904-?; Benjamin George Beattie 1907-1973; Robert Gordon Beattie 1910-1910. Clarissa Keall married 2 x Thomas Scott Aitkin in Saskatchewan had had 2 more children: Leo Aitkin 1913 – ; Cecil Thomas Aitkin 1915-1961 & Laura Sophia Keall b 1881 Bracebridge d Arizona – married John Wesley Bone (children: Warren, Joseph, Gladys, Earl & Laura). George Yearley b 1850 London, Eng died 1917 Bracebridge area – married 2 x Mary Ann Foster (children: unknown Yearley 1879-1879 & Sarah Ethel “Nora” Yearley b 1880) 2nd marriage to Mary Baker (children: Catherine Yearley b 1890, George Samuel Yearley 1892-1980; William David Yearley 1894 – ; Margaret Eliza Yearley 1896) William David Yearley 1858-1891 married Ada Ann Perry 1890 – they did not have any children, Thomas Yearley 1861-1903 married Hannah Boulter (Children: William John Yearley; Isabella M Yearley; Rupert Leslie Yearley) Robert Yearley 1868- died 1937 Melissa, Ont married Mabel Louise Lawrence (children: Emily, Ella, Gladys, Alice & Eliza) Frederick Yearley – b 1870 - 1940 possibly the son of Isabella Yearley – and raised by Eliza and George Yearley – his grandparents(Eliza Mary Ann Dicks Yearley’s will indicates that he was “incorporated”) he married Mathilda Jane Blanchard (1877-1912) – he went to jail for murdering his wife (children: Hazel, Beatrice, Thelma, George, Clarence & Alice). Any photos or documents would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Glenda.

Posted Apr 5, 2013
SHUTTLEWORTH Robert. Aprox 75 yrs old. Parents were Rita May and Dr. Fred (Robert) Shuttleworth. Fred was a dentist who died in the 1960's. Rita died in 1967. Attempting to locate Robert, his best friend in high school was Vic Dunn. Any info appreciated. Please contact Heather.

Posted Apr 5, 2013
VanKoughnett — I am looking for any photos or snap shots from this family. There were several families in the Parry Sound area in the late 1800 and 1900. I am related too this family name back to the year 1590, from Switzerland. Please contact Dennis.

Posted Apr 5, 2013
Looking for info on Edward Orval Wonch b. July 1906 in Perry twp. Mother's name Edelia (della) Baker born 1882 Chaffey twp. Please contact Sharron.

Posted Jan 11, 2013
Looking for the birthplace of Albert John White, born Jan 5, 1919. Father John Henry White...Mother Emily May Matchett. Believe born in Muskoka Bracebridge or Farther north. Please contact A. Quem.

Posted Nov 16, 2012
Seeking info on the ELLSWORTH family. Specifically Edgar Alvah (known as Ed) who I believe came from Vermont about 1840. Married (1) Catherine PRIM(M)ERMAN & (2) Deborah WILKINS. There were 4 children with Catherine: William H (1849/50); Ann Elizabeth (1852); James E (1855) and Peter L (1857). Catherine died 1859 and Ed married Deborah and had 6 sons with her: Charles W (1862); George B (1862); Alvah J (1864); Frederick N (1869); Henry H & Edward T both 1870. Please contact Sue nee Ellsworth.

Posted Sept 2, 2012
I was born in Parry Sound in 1952 and from what I have been able to get information on, is that the hospital only kept records of births from 1956. Any chance someone knows where records previous to this would be recorded. I know it was November the 4th but I do not know the time of birth. Any help would be appreciated. Both of my parents have died. Please contact Donald.

Posted Sept 2, 2012
The HOLINSHEAD family who settled in the Muskoka area (Brunel twp.), originate from Hertfortshire. They lived in Hertfordshire from some of the earliest records found, dating back to the early 1700's. As with many surnames, the spelling of HOLINSHEAD has varied over the years. Variant spellings have been noted where they have been found. Where possible, the info found has been verified against original documents, such as parish registers and wills. However, some secondary sources & indexes have been used. The HOLINSHEAD family have been traced back to William, who was born circa 1710, and his wife Elizabeth. This family history is not complete and research is still on-going. If you have a HOLINSHEAD family connection through William HOLINSHEAD (born Feb. 09, 1842) married Oct. 31, 1865 Lucy Jane COLLYER (born Oct. 31, 1843), both settling down in Brunel twp. Muskoka district, Huntsville, or any related family member, I would like to hear from you. Please contact Frances.

Posted Sept 2, 2012
Searching for Hattie Lee (Cunningham) MILNE who graduated from high school at Paris, Texas, in 1950. Would love to re-connect with her. In 2001 she was a resident of Parry Sound. Any info that would put me in touch her would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Frances.

Posted Sept 2, 2012
GRAY - or GREY - Looking for Eileen and Jack Gray and daughter Dianne who owned Gray's Cottages on Carling Bay in the 1950's. Daughter Dianne would be about 72 now. Hoping my playmate from the 1950's is still around, though her last name may be changed. Please contact Eileen.

Posted Sept 2, 2012
ELDER - William Alexander died 1942 - postmaster; wife Annie Gower Elder; sons William HAROLD Elder (Ethel Robinson Elder) and Gordon Ross Elder (postmaster after father's death)(Vera Jane Keogh Elder); births of Bernice Anne Elder and Merlin Albert Elder; worked at resort owned by Alexander Doole, where?? Bonaire??? Any info appreiciated. Please contact Marion.

Posted July 9, 2012
Looking to find Darcy Jackson who may also go by the name Darcy Brown or Darcy Johnson. Born in 1964 or 1965 in Toronto; son of Diane Jean Jackson of Bracebridge or Gravenhurst or Huntsville, Ontario. Mother may have been killed in a car accident in the early 1990s. Diane Jackson had a sister, Sherry, who lived in eastern part of downtown Toronto in the early 1970s and a brother who was on the police force in Bracebridge or Gravenhurst or Huntsville Ontario. Also looking to find Blane, son of Diane Jean Jackson, born May or June 1968, at Doctors Hospital Toronto who may have been adopted. Please contact Naida.

Posted July 9, 2012
My great aunt graduated from the nursing school at Parry Sound Hospital hospital in the early 1900's. Does anyone know if there is an archive section there and who the contact might be? Please contact Richard.

Posted July 9, 2012
MASON, William 1811- ?..still looking for William's gravesite. Any other information re this William Mason gratefully accepted. Please contact Mary.

Posted May 10, 2012
STEWART, Richard Harding, b.1827, England; m. 1848, Mary Ann Cornell, England. Emigrated to Canada after 1854. In 1871 owned land Pitman's Bay, Mary Lake, Huntsville, Ontario. In 1886 is ‘Division Const.Clerk’, Parry Sound; In 1889 appointed Local Registrar of the High Court of Justice, Clerk of the District Court and Deputy Registrar of the Surrogate Court for the District of Muskoka and Parry Sound. Died 1895, Parry Sound. Children with Mary Ann MALONE: Margaret Katherine Stewart, 1883; Mary Lilian, 1886, McDougall Township. Any more info? Please contact Tony.

Posted May 10, 2012
Looking for Richard and Mary Davis and their Daughter Evelyn born Feb 2, 1916 in Burke Falls Ontario. Please contact Kathy.

Posted May 10, 2012
March 1922 Robert Russell and Margaret F Hanson arrived by train from Pt. Marion Pa.to visit Walter Hanson, her husband, of Burks Falls. Robert was born Scotland in 1877 came to USA 1881. Lived and was a coal miner in Tucker county WV and Washington and Greene counties PA. He married Nettie Kelley in Tucker county in 1900. Margaret F Hanson born in Canada 1880. In 1906 she married Walter Hanson in Marion county WV. Her marriages license says her name is Margaret F Daw a widow. Walter H Hanson b England in 1872. Lived in Marion County WV in 1905 to after 1910 coal miner. Had a wife die in 1905, Mrs. Walter H Hanson. In 1906 married Margaret F. Shows in 1920 census Monongalia county WV a farmer. Cannot find any of these folks in 1930 Canada or US. Walter died in Monongalia county in 1935. Death register says married to Margaret F. but under birth, parents, etc. It says I don't know. That tells me his wife was not giving info but a stranger like a doctor. He was buried in the county cemetery. It is my belief that Robert Russell and Margaret F probably ran away from their families in 1922 and came to Canada. Please contact Ray.

Posted Apr 1, 2012
Looking for a connection for the family members of Effie McColman or McColeman. The 1901 Canadian census shows Effie married to William Fisher and the 1911 census shows her widowed with 2 children Nellie Maud and son William Fisher. Nellie was born in Middelsex Ontario Canada. Her marriage cert says her name is spelt McComan. There are apparently quite a few siblings for Effie McColeman/McColman. Some names that were remembered were Peter and and Maggie (Margaret ?)' 'Not sure if her father is Donald or David McColman. Please contact Lyn.

Posted Apr 1, 2012
GUY, Henry Culley B 29 Mar 1840. Married to: Marianne (Whitcombe) Guy. Looking for info regarding ancestry, historical achievements in Muskoka/Bala, and their descendants which includes one of their sons, my gr-grandfather, Francis (Frank) Culley Guy. Please contact Wendy.

Posted Mar 9, 2012
JOHNSTON Benjamin Hardcastle emigrated from Ireland 1860, farmed London Ontario, later settled in Muskoka. I am researching 'Johnston' and am trying to find the relative connection to myself, I really need to know at this stage...the parents name of Benjamin which would be on the marriage cert. Any help most welcome. Please contact Jill.

Posted Mar 9, 2012
Looking for info on the NUTT family, gravesites, ancestry and decedents of same. Please contact Barry.

Posted Feb 20, 2012
Looking for info on Rose AMBEAU, married to J.P. (Joe) Sequin and daugher Aro, believed to be from Britt, Ontario. Any assistance would be greatly appeciated. Please contact Jack.

Posted Feb 20, 2012
Looking for any information or decendants of surname Jarvie. Please contact George.

Posted Feb 20, 2012
Seeking info about George (born 1793 Scotland) and Mary MOORE. Charles received a Chelsea Soldier's Pension - land in Simcoe County. Son Charles and Eliza (nee DEACON) MOORE's daughter Margaret born 1861 at Morrison Twp. Margaret married John MCCOLMAN at Carnarvon 1882. William and Elizabeth (nee DYER) MOORE resided at Morrison Twp - 1861 census on. Please contact mccolman_mundy_@shaw.ca.

Posted Feb 6, 2012
My grandmother Lila DAVIS and grandfather, William (Bill) METCALFE lived in Parry Sound (Burritt Street). My father, William H. DAVIS, HAS PASSED. Second cousins - Barbara, Betty and Diane Cormican (maiden name). Lila Davis (grandmother) had brothers Benjamin and Charles, sisters Elizabeth (Liz). Looking for relatives. Please contact Wendy.

Posted Feb 6, 2012
Looking for anything related to surname ROSGER in Germania area. JULIUS ERNST ROSGER postmaster of Germania post office 1906-1909 married Mary D. GILBERT. Please contact Kevin.

Posted Feb 6, 2012
BROOKS,ARCHIBALD, b.1833 Ontario, m. Eliza b. 1835 Ireland ?, living in Macaulay, Muskoka co., Ontario. His parents were Michael and Lydia Brooks Leeds co. Father b. USA, Mother b. Nova Scotia. Please contact Shirley.

Posted Jan 25, 2012
SHIELDS, Hugh Alexander was born 1874 in Strong, Parry Sound. He married Minnie HAYES in Strong on 10 Apr 1895. They remained there until at least 1911 as that is the last date I have for a child being born there. Hugh’s parents were William and Margaret SHIELDS. I think they came from Co Antrim in Ireland but don’t know exactly when. Any info on this family would be greatly appreciated and I would be happy to share what I do have. Please contact Linda.

Posted Jan 25, 2012
WADDELL/SHIELDS/CAMPBELL searching for the burial location /headstone of my ggrandmother, Mary Ann WADDELL, b. 1853 Oxford Twp. Grenville County, daughter of Robert Henry WADDELL and Ann THOMPSON. She moved to the Waubamik area with her family around 1870, and married her 1st husband Hugh SHIELDS, who died in 1876. Her 2nd marriage was to John CAMPBELL 02 Jan 1878 and they had 7 children before she died 24 Dec 1893, Parry Sound District. Her headstone is not listed in the Northern Ontario Gravemarker Gallery. Please contact Colleen.

Posted Jan 25, 2012
Researching my Great Grand Father WILLIAM KENNEDY, and his wife MARGARET nee SHERWOOD. Moved to Bracebridge in 1870 from GeorgeTown Ont., and was a boot maker by trade. Born in Ireland in 1828 (where in Ireland), and immigrated to Canada (when). His son, CHARLES KENNEDY and his wife ELLEN (LEEDER), where my Grand Parents. William may also have been a Master in the local Orange Lodge in 1871. Any help would be appreciated. Please contact Barry.

Posted Jan 3, 2012
Harriet Elizabeth (CORMICAN) WRIGHT Born 17 Sep 1907 at Parry Sound, Ontario Canada I am trying to find out what became of my grandmother: Harriet Elizabeth (Cormican) Wright. Harriet E. Cormican was born Sept 17, 1907 at Parry Sound; Ontario, daughter of James CORMICAN and Harriet ADAMS. Her parents separated abt 1914. Her mother went to NY; and remarried. Young Harriet was later (1923-1925) sent to live with her father's sister Sarah (Cormican) Martin, in Somerville, Mass. She married Walter L. Wright, Feb 7, 1925, at St. Anne's in Somerville, Mass. Harriet gave birth to 4 children (that I know of): Kathleen E. born 1925, Mary H. born 1926, Leo born 1927, Robert W. born 1928. Harriet dropped out of sight abt 1929 so her children never knew their mother. Walter filed for and was granted a divorce on May 8, 1936 saying that Harriet was last seen Apr 1929. Walter died Mar 1, 1948. Harriet and Walter lived at 11 Rush St., Somerville in 1929; 299 Broadway St., Somerville in 1928 and 8 Pearl Terrace, Somerville in 1926. Please contact Jim.

Posted Jan 3, 2012
ROBINSON Ruby died Oct 1937 and is supposed to be buried at Footes Bay. Any info on the cemetary or children of hers appreciated. My grandfather's sister. Please contact William.

Posted Jan 3, 2012
Looking for info on Ida KLINGSBEIL, Eganville, Ontario. Please contact Frances.

Posted Jan 3, 2012
Looking for relatives of EDWARD FRANCIS BISSONNETTE born 8-18-1888 father of LEO and HELEN BISSONNETTE. Grandfather of Paula and John Wagner. Please contact JCWPLT@aol.com.

Posted Dec 1, 2011
Looking for info on ROBINSON family, Arnold Luke Robinson married Marjorie Isabelle Hanes. Two sons, Ken and John. Arnold and Marjorie buried at Huntsville. Marjorie’s parents were Allen C Hanes and Rose Dempsey. Please contact Diane.

Posted Dec 1, 2011
Looking for family of Pearl Irene Smith born 1919 in Burke's Falls, Ontario. Please contact K and K Helmink.

Posted Nov 2, 2011
Looking for any info on THE WILSON FARMHOUSE in Bala, Ontario to begin research on the story of this family and its remarkable landmark home on the Moon River in Bala, Ontario. Please contact Laurel.

Posted Nov 3, 2011
‘CONNIE’ ROBINSON, PARRY SOUND, ONTARIO. We are looking for my Mothers biological father. My mother was born in 1933, to Kathleen V. Haskim (1918-1983) also of Parry Sound, Ontario. Any info regarding Connie Robinson would be greatly appreciated, as we do not know anything at all. Please contact Nancy.

Posted Oct 7, 2011
Looking for anyone who may have known PHYLLIS nee SCOTT, Nee CHERRETT who was then married to a Mr MCRAE. First name possibly JOHN. He was a postman in GRAVENHURST and they lived on a farm in GRAVENHURST. PHYLLIS was my birth mother born in 1917 in Poole, Dorset, England. Please contact Tess.

Posted Sept 10, 2011
I’m writing a book on the Muskoka Colonization Road, looking for people with family histories from the towns of Emsdale, Scotia Junction, Cypress (Novar). These towns all moved their locations off the Muskoka Road to be closer to the railway when it came through. I’m looking for any ‘eye-witness’ accounts of what it was like to uproot in this situation, that anyone would be interested in sharing with me to be included in my book. Please contact Lee Ann Smith. or visit her website at www.grangerchronicles.com

Posted Sept 10, 2011
Looking for C. Walker, a painter -- water colours, from Northern Ontario..... I think One painting is dated 1930. Please contact Catherine.

Posted Sept 10, 2011
PENDER BYRNE relatives - Looking for any siblings of James Pender (1829 or 1830– 1888) & Bridget Byrne (1833-1923). Please contact Maureen.

Posted Aug 25, 2011
I am looking for relatives of Colin Stewart and his wife Elizabeth they were born in the 1800s. Please contact Margaret.

Posted Aug 25, 2011
I am searching for the history of a boy named Joseph CHAFFEY who died on April 22, 1892 at the age of 17. Please contact Paige.

Posted Aug 16, 2011
Searching for Janet McLeod b. 1840 Scotland, lived in Fenelon Ont. and married Edward Brownlee in 1894 in Sundridge Ont. On the marriage form, she lists herself as a widow age 56, living in Joly Twp. and witnesses are George Graham and Mary LeClare. In 1874, she was a witness to her sisters marriage, under Janet McLeod. She seems to have disappeared until her marrage to Brownlee, anyone having any info on Janet McLeod, please contact me. Please contact E. GAFFIELD.

Posted Aug 16, 2011
My Grandfather, Joshua VanKoughnett. Was born here, I do not have a copy of his birth or the date of birth. All I have is it was about 1875. His parents were John VanKoughnett and Mary Bell Please contact D.E. VanKoughnett.

Posted Aug 16, 2011
JACK Mary/May (nee Gardiner) wife of George. She was born in Scotland about 1835. Looking for a death record, obit, or any info 1911-12. Last listed in 1911 census in McMurrich. Please contact DS.

Posted Aug 16, 2011
Looking for any family records for Otis Ray Grant born March? 1911 in Parry Sound Parents names and occupations. I'm new at this so please let me know if there is any other info I should look for. Please contact Richard.

Posted Aug 16, 2011
GREER - Need someone in Powassan area to take gravesite photo and send to me, if possible. I rarely if ever get up that way. The cemetery is the Powassan Union Cemetery, 343 - Hwy 534, (about 1 1\4 km west of Powasssan) and the gravesite is for GREER, DAVE section E, plot #45. I got this info off a cemetery directory on powassan.net site. I'm hoping there is a stone with dates. Please contact Ruby.

Posted Aug 16, 2011
I am searching for the James Reid family. James Reid died I 1903, and I assume he was buried in Huntsville, On where he died. He was 33 years old. I am trying to determine if his wife, Jane (nee Albert/Albrecht) married again. They had a son Allan born Oct 1903 in Huntsville. There may have been another son named Henry. Any help would be appreciated. If James is buried in Huntsville, is his wife buried with him? Please contact Elaine.

Posted Aug 16, 2011
HOLMES - I am looking for any info or descendant's of Robert Mower Holmes of Parry Sound born - around 1858 (married to Julia Henrietta Georgina Barnes) and died in Parry Sound Apr 26 1926 at the age of 68. He owned a goods store called M.Holmes (what is now Harold's Barbershop) He had 2 sons and George Lional Mower Holmes and Gervas King Holmes (my grandfather). Please contact Karen.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
HENRY STYLES born 1864, England married MARTHA OLDHAM, Dec 1884, Henry died in 1937, age 73. Both Henry and Martha (my grandparents) are buried at Royston Cemetery near Burk's falls - does anyone have info about their lives? Please contact Lisa.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
Downey- Steele family: Downeys immigrated in 1847 to Canada. 1860 census lists Charles Downey and family in McKellar. Looking for more info on Charles' wife Agnes Steele. They left the area for Saskatchewan early 1900. Please contact Doreen.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
TYRER Alfred Henry and wife Mary GOLDEN. He arrived in Muskoka from Lancashire England around 1890-92. His parents and several sibling also. He was a minister and worked I believe in the outback. Any help appreciated. Please contact Sandra.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
Looking for a picture or info on a grave marker for WATTS Euphemia (Phoebe), b. 3 May 1868 Foley Twp., ON Canada-d. 7 Sept 1924 Parry Sound ON Canada- m. SULLIVAN Michael (Mac / Mic) b. 25 Dec 1888 Parry Sound. According to her death cert her place of burial is Hillcrest in Parry Sound. Please contact Liza.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
LINDSAY - Albert and Elizabeth Lindsay had a son John Norman born 1892 -they lived at Katrine, Armour ,Parry Sound in 1911 - Albert died 1919 and Elizabeth 1930 - death reported by Norman Lindsay. Both parents are supposedly buried at Burks Falls Cemetary. I am searching for info on Norman - any help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Cheryl.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
Looking for the gravesite of William Mason, husband of Ellen Fitzgerald Mason who is buried in an Roman Catholic cemetery. William was not Roman Catholic so would be buried elsewhere. Any info greatly appreciated. Please contact Mary.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
Looking for my brother Gregory Marshall had a brother Ken Marshall past away have to talk to Greg this is his sister BRENDA ROUSSON OTTAWA ONTARIO. Please contact Brenda.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
PEPPER/WEST/BELL looking for info on George Pepper dob 1833 and Sarah Pepper dob either 1863 or 1867. The 1900 census shows Sarah married to George Pepper and living in Macauley, Ontario, the 1911 census shows Sarah married to Theodore West and living in Humphry Township, Ontario. Sarah was also previously married to someone with the surname Bell and had 3 sons, Robert, John and William. Please contact Penny.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
IRVINE- I am looking for info on the family of Arthur and Catherine Irvine of Muskoka Falls. They are my Gr, Gr G Grandparents. I just recently found out that this is where they settled after leaving Ireland. I am planning to take a trip up that way this summer and was wondering where to start to find out some info on them. I know Arthur and his daughter who would be my Gr Gr Grandmother Ann and her husband William Schnabel are buried in Muskoka Falls Cemetery. Any advice or info anyone can help me with would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Christine.

Posted Mar 18, 2011
WORSFOLD/WRAY Looking for anyone in the Burk's Falls / Emsdale area that have family connections to William WORSFOLD (1852-1931) and Ann Marsh HERNE (1856-1896) or William's 2nd wife's name was Elizabeth HODGSON. Believe that William and his 2nd wife lived in this area between 1907-1927 before that they lived in Toronto. Need help with missing family info. Please contact Ruby.

Posted Nov 29, 2010
WOOD, Edward John, born May 1902, in Parry Sound son of George WOOD and Margaret LUMSDEN who lived on Gibson Avenue. The last we can track Edward is 1930. His 82 year old daughter would love to know what happened to him....last heard he went to MacTier....but can find no burial record on him. Please contact Chris.

Posted Nov 29, 2010
I am looking for pictures of two old Schools one is at Whitney Corners School, and the other is the Fern Glen School. Please contact John.

Posted Nov 29, 2010
Trying to find info on MARY MCCRACKEN (not sure when she was born) who married WILLIAM CAMPBELL (from Scottland) sometime in the mid to late 1800's. They would have been my Great Grandparents. If anyone has some info I would appreciate it. Please contact Sue.

Posted Nov 29, 2010
Seeking info on Alexander KELF born between 1882 and 1884 in Reading, England. Was a patient of the Muskoka Free Hospital. One photo dated Sept 1909 in England says that his address was Muskoka Sanatorium, Sanatorium PO, Ontario Canada. He died Mar 2, 1915 in Muskoka although his will was probated in England. Have been unable to find death registration as but some family members believe that he may be buried in Gravenhurst. Would there be any reason why deaths at the Sanatorium/Free Hospital not be registered? Any assistance would be appreciated. Please contact Keitha.

Posted Nov 29, 2010
SMITH, MCLEAN Looking for William John Smith or Sarah Ella Catherine McLean of Morrison area. Grandfather William John Smith born Jan 28th 1894 in Morrison Twsp. Severn Bridge, Ontario. Sisters Ella, Sadie and Belle. Any info appreciated. Please contact Lynda.

Posted Nov 29, 2010
I am looking for the burial place or an obituary for Charles ST-LOUIS (Roman Catholic) who died in Parry Sound on 31 Jan 1909. His death was registered in the Town of Parry Sound on 1 Feb 1909 by his wife "Julie/Julia" who is listed in the 1911 Census as living on Melissa St. in Parry Sound. I have searched the Northern Ontario Gravemarker Gallery but have found nothing. Thank you to anyone who can help. Please contact Lise.

Posted Sept 3, 2010
Trying to locate some info on my grandmothers family who lived in the Burk’s Falls area from about 1900 until roughly 1906. Her father’s name was James Speck. He was a stone mason working in the area and I believe the family lived somewhere near (or along) the Magnetawan River outside of Burk’s Falls. I am interested in trying to locate their property location – unfortunately they lost almost everything they had when their house was destroyed in the Haileybury Fire. Any input or info regarding this would be appreciated. Please contact Robert.

Posted Sept 3, 2010
I am looking for a church, named Bethesda,and it was near Scotia, Ontario. It could be near Walls Siding on Whitney or Fern Glen Rds. Please contact John.

Posted Sept 3, 2010
Looking for descendents of William STEWART and Ellen PRICE. They lived in Burks Falls and had the following children: William John Stewart, George Edward Stewart m. Annie May Church, Herbert Stewart m. Minnie Martha Houck and Bertha Clark, James Nelson Stewart m. Minnie Estella Hunter, Sarah Jane Stewart m. Christopher "Christian" Fred Raaflaub. Ellen was my grandfathers aunt. Please contact Melvin.

Posted Sept 3, 2010
YANNAKOPOULOS I'm researching my ancestor, Ebenezer Watkinson b. 1836 in Glemsford, Suffolk, England. He emigrated to Ontario abt 1870 and I'm trying to find the ship he travelled on with his wife (Eliza) and children. They settled in the Monteith, Parry Sound District of Ontario. Any help gratefully received. Please contact Sue.

Posted Sept 3, 2010
I have 2 carved canoe oars with beautiful art work carved on them. I suspect they are from the Royal Muskoka Lodge that burnt down. they are dated 1903, there are pictures of wild life,men canoeing,the Muskoka building its self, also what looks like Indian patterns& maybe a British symbol there is a initial of HH on the very top of the handle, does any one know if this is rare or the history behind the man that carved it. Please contact roadrash590@aol.com.

Posted Sept 3, 2010
Looking for the graveyard for George Fitzsimmons Muskoka twp 16 # 017232 1902. Please contact Kevin and Donna.

Posted Sept 3, 2010
I am searching for any info about 2 Duck boys Arthur and Albert who came from England 1913 from Barnardo home in England and lived and worked on some farms in Esqusung township and attend school there for severl years. 2 family names that come to mind are Marshall and Henderson farms??? This would be during a period of time from about 1913-14 to about 1925. Any tips and info would be greatly appreciated. Please contact My Branches.

Posted July 21st, 2010
FRASER surname, family lived in the Muskoka Parry Sound area, subdistict Wallbridge. I am looking for death date for Ernest Fraser and his wife Elisabeth Allen married Jan 4, 1892. Ernest was born May 17, 1870 and Elizabeth born Mar 17, 1873.
Children, Samuel, Alice, Essie, David, and Gilbert. Please contact Patricia.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
I am interested in the book "Bracebridge around 1930" and more specifically the family name Mauro. Is there anyone who can provide a lookup for this book? Please contact Nancy.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
I am looking for any info on John Saunders B: 1867, Croft Ont., His wife Elizabeth Jane Fletcher B:1869, Croft Ont. Hoping to find a family connection. Please contact Robert.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
Johnson, Francis (Frank) Craddock - Born in Coldwater February 24, 1879. Died in Parry Sound February 21, 1918. At the Parry Sound funeral home it does not state where Frank was buried. What graveyards were in Parry Sound in 1918 and if there is no tombstone where would the cemetery records be located? Please contact Laraine.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
Looking for info about Bernard Brophy (b. 1898 to James and Maria, ne: Emlaw). He was born in Rosseau and later married Florence Bennett. I can't find anyone before his father on the Brophy side. Any help would be appreciated. Please contact Brenda.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
I’m looking for info on Joseph OLIVER and family. Joseph was born Feb 1901 in Mcaulay twp. He married Gertrude EVERITT in Bracebridge on 18 Mar.1931. She was born Oct. 1910 in Utterson. They had three children, Vincent, Keith and Audrey. (Gertrude was my second cousin). Please contact Pat.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
Looking for info on William Wanch/Woonch/Wonch b 1863 d 1923 and his wife Euphemia Jane McFadyen b 1880 d 1903 m 1895 Burks Falls. Please contact Lynda.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
Any info relating to Samuel David Rose married to Gertrude Schwinn. Lived in Bala. Samuel was born in Port Hope. He had five sons. I would like any info available of this family. I am the youngest granddaughter of Samuel and daughter of George Erice Rose, second youngest son of Samuel and Gertrude. My father George Erice was married Madeline Mary Parker. Please contact Linda.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
Looking for any family info on William Gillespie b 1886, wife Bertha Irene Woolman (Ullman) b 1907, father Alexander Gillespie B 1859 D 1931 wife Ann Puterbaugh b 1864 D 1917. Trying to trace back further in family tree for Gillespie, Woolman (Ullman), Puterbaugh (Peterbourgh). Please contact Kelly.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
Looking for any info on the post office in Port carling in 1874-5 when BH Johnston was postmaster. Please contact Richard.

Posted Apr 21st, 2010
Seeking info on John White,b. 1837, Ontario, CN & Mary Barber, b. 1843, Ontario, CN. Known children are : Sara Jane, m. George F. Burrows; Albert Edward, m. Elizabeth Munro, ; William John, Andrew. Any info appreciated. Please contact Marilyn.

Posted Feb 8th, 2010
Looking for any family photos/history for Jean Marie/Bissonette (Stanley House)/Gonneau/Jocque/Steele... pioneer families around Bruce Lake/Lake Joseph/Lake Rosseau (Morinus). Looking for info on family members buried in Morinus Cemetery .... plot location Looking for any booklets or family bible type info for pioneer families in the Muskokas. Looking for Native ancestry in that area as well. Please contact Brenda.

Posted Feb 8th, 2010
Looking for info on the Johnston family who arrived in Muskoka/Port Carling around 1860 from Ireland. Benjamin Hardcastle Johnston was the patriarch. Please contact R. Johnston.

Posted Feb 8th, 2010
MARSHALL WM R & LANE M. Looking for info on William (Black Bill) Marshall and his wife Melica/Melissa Lane they farmed lots 19 and 20 of concession 14 in 1885. The farm was later farmed by the St. George's family. Please contact Lynda.

Posted Feb 8th, 2010
THOMPSON'S CORNERS SCHOOL - am looking for information on this School in Germania from yrs. 1877 forward. Family interests are DIEMEL & WEISSMUELLER. Please contact Ellen.

Posted Feb 8th, 2010
Looking for info on Charles Francis Mason known also as Frank born 1884 in Isaacs Harbour Guysborough County and his wife Agnes J Macdonald born 1885 in Antigonish i know they lived somewhere in this area and also Durham County in 1954. Please contact Jennifer.

Posted Dec 1th, 2009
WILLIAM and ALMA WHITEHEAD from Amanda Island. Apparently they owned Amanda Island and lived there. I don't have a birthdate for William and no other info except his name and that he married Alma (Elma?) Atherton. Alma was the adopted daughter of Henry Herbert and Edith Mary (nee Keating) Atherton from Parry Sound. Alma was born April 20, 1909 at Parry Sound. She was a registered nurse and apparently after William died Alma stayed on Amanda Island until she died. They had no children. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Marg.

Posted Dec 1th, 2009
Looking for obituary or grave location for Phillip MATTACHUNE or may have been spelled Mattachioni around mid to late 1960s. Please contact Tina.

Posted Dec 1th, 2009
YEARLEY - I am looking for any photo's of my gr gr grandparents: George Samuel Yearley & Eliza Mary Ann (Dicks) Yearley and descendants. George Samuel Yearley b 1820 England, died 1886 Bracebridge, Ont. & Eliza 1826-1891. Children: George Yearley 1850-1917 (married Mary Foster/Mary Ann Baker?), Isabella Yearley 1852-1871 never married, David Yearley 1854-1877 never married, William Yearley 1858-1891 married Ada Ann Perry, and died one year later - no children. Thomas Yearley 1861-1903 married Hannah Boulter, Henry Yearley 1864-1930 married Mary Ella May (my gr grandparents). Mary Ella was born in Orillia. Family moved to BC approx 1912 Robert Yearley 1868-1937 married Mabel Louise Lawrence and had 5 daughters. Died Melissa, Ontario. Please contact Bob and Linda.

Posted Dec 1th, 2009
I am researching the marriage of James BELLOW (BELLEAU) to Mary Catherine BELANGER or BERNARD circa 1875. In the 1881 census this family is located in Township of Shawanaga, Lakeshore to French River including Bing Inlet. James’ parents are unknown. Mary Catherine’s mother could be Catherine BERNARD. Any info would be appreciated. Please contact Danny.

Posted Sept 19th, 2009
Looking for decendants of Robert Armstrong and Maria Sutton Robert died in 1899. They had 10 children in Burks Falls and area. We have a huge family here in southern ontario waiting to find them. Please contact D. Payne.

Posted Sept 19th, 2009
RICE - I’m looking for info on the family of Hugh Rice who settled in Stisted Township (Aspdin and Lancelot area) in 1871. Hugh was born in England but unsure of date or location. He married Hannah Fleming and had 3 children - Mary, William Robert and Alfred Henry. Alfred married Annie Middleton and their son Alfred Wesley (born in 1900) was my grandfather. Any info would definitely be appreciated. Please contact Robert.

Posted Sept 19th, 2009
Need obit look up for a DAVID GREER b. 30 Apr 1897 d. abt 1986 and is suppose to be buried in Powassan - s/o Eliza Ann Greer - he never married - was said to have been partially blind - any info is helpful as nothing is known about him. Much is missing to this branch of family tree. Please contact Ruby.

Posted July 8th, 2009
FRAZER – Margaret was my Grandmother and died 1995. She was an artist and sold and gave away many of her oil paintings during her lifetime. She was the widow of Fitzgerald Frazer. If there is anyone out there who would be willing to part with any of Gramma’s paintings please contact me. Please contact Beverly.

Posted July 8th, 2009
Looking for relatives of Charles Franklin, emigrated from the UK and resided in Franklin lodge, Torrance, Muskoka. Had 2 brothers, Albert and Western and 2 sisters, Olive and Helen. The daughter of Charles was one Nina Franklin who kept in touch with Western until his death. Any info would be appreciated. Please contact Dan.

Posted July 8th, 2009
JOHN SHAW - my John married Anne Jane CALVERT in 1873. He owned property in Hagarmen Twp Jun 1872. I am desperately trying to find out any immigration information on him to find him in Britain. Tho any contact from family is welcome. Please contact Lori.

Posted May 14, 2009
RATTENBURY, JOHN married ELIZA WINGET?? (WINGATE??), originally from England ??. Children - William John (married Sara Jane WOODRUFF), Harriet(married James WORSLEY), Edith (married Frank LUND), George, Florence(married John WILKINS), Jessie, Lillian (married Sam AYERS). WORSLEY, GEORGE married ELIZA KING, originally from England. Children - Walter, William, James(married Harriet RATTENBURY), John Please contact Laura.

Posted May 14, 2009
Still looking for info and printed artwork created by FRANK C. JOHNSTON, a Muskoka watercolour artist and commercial printer. He lived in Muskoka from 1946 to the early 1960's and then again from the mid-1970's to 1996. Please contact Anne.

Posted Feb 25, 2009
Looking for info about the 1890's JOSEPH CHERRY family of the south east corner of Joly Twp. Please contact Jim.

Posted Feb 25, 2009
Looking for marriage info on Leanore NESBITT from Bear Valley, Port Loring, who married Melville Irwin IBBITSON from Restoule, Ontario. Around the late 1920"s early 30"s. Please contact Pat.

Posted Feb 25, 2009
Looking for children's birth info parents are Edna May COOPER, born Mar. 21 1921 in Foots Bay, to Sydney Arthur Cooper and Annie Wilson married Fredrick DENNY Aug. 14 1941. Two children Jack and Fredrick probably born around 1940 to 1947. Please contact Pat.

Posted Feb 25, 2009
Looking for marriage info on George Arthur COOPER, who married Gladys PALMER, from Orillia. They lived in Powassan in 1931. Please contact Pat.

Posted Jan 31, 2009
Looking for info on Basil HOWE, sister Reta HOWE and her Husband George HOBSON. They lived in Port Carmen in the 1930s. Have lost track of the family. Any info welcomed. Please contact Mrs. Robbins.

Posted Jan 31, 2009
PAYNE: My Gr Grandmother, Sarah Payne, and her 12 brothers and sisters were born in and around Monk, Muskoka, Ontario. There was a 25 years separation from the youngest to the oldest. Her sister Maria was born on 6/27/1854 in Bracebridge. Sarah was born around 1858. I know all the names of all her brothers and sisters and their parent’s names. How do I go about researching them in the Muskoka area? Would their be any birth records available and if so where would I go to find them. Is there a way to order birth certs or an index of historical records for Monk. I know her father; William was a surveyor for the government for part of the year and a farmer for the rest. Please contact Douglas.

Posted Jan 31, 2009
WHITE, William John & CAIRNS, Jane (b. 29 July 1870) - Looking for marriage information/registration circa mid-late 1880's, in the Spence area; religion Presbyterian. Please contact C. Ruch.

Posted Jan 31, 2009
MILLER, MCFADDEN, EPPS Robert Selby MILLER mar Edith MCFADDEN. children Sarah J, Annie T(mar Fred EPPS) Alma M (mar Walter MOODEY) Haggerman/Mckeller, Parrysound Dist.I believe there are family living in Parrysound to this day. Have unknown pictures of Millers and Epps. Can anyone help? Please contact Charla.

Posted Jan 9, 2009
ADAIR, BUKER looking for info about Catherine Augusta Adair b.1898 and her husband Arthur BUKER (son of Henry Buker, McAuley Twp.). They had a number of children. Please contact Rev. Berry.

Posted Jan 9, 2009
I am looking for the descendants of Theophilus BECHARD and Cyriac BERNIER. Theophilus' son Arthur may have been married to the daughter of Cyriac; Maria (Mary) BERNIER. I have found both their grave markers @ Britt - Holy Family (Old) Cemetery, District of Parry Sound, Ontario. They had 8 children that I can find through various sources. Arthur appears in the '01 census as Archibald, married to Philomene Belanger. I believe the census taker heard "Archie" and thought "Archibald". Please contact G. Baird.

Posted Jan 9, 2009
RYAN - Looking for any decendants of Owen ryan and Catherine Whalen. Two of their children were Richard Whalen Ryan b: 1854 and Mary Ann Ryan b: 1857. Mary Ann married Charles Faires and Richard, a widower at the time married Rachel Hannah Nicholson 1 July 1888. Their children (1901 census) were Richard Herman Edward, Charles Melbourne, Zeda, and Lawrence. In the 1911 census there also is Gracie - perhaps by his first marriage. Any assistance will be greatly appreciated. Please contact Shane.

Posted Jan 9, 2009
Looking for info on GEORGE PETER WILSON, purser on steamboat Nipissing, married Olive Elgar Nov.7,1870 Draper twsp, Muskoka. Would like date of death a few years later and where buried. Please contact Al.

Posted Nov 9, 2008
Looking for any info with respect to the founding of Camp Pine Crest, located on Clear Lake, near Torrance Ontario. The initial site was acquired in 1910 from the Willison family. Any info with respect to the camp from 1910 to 1940 requested. Please contact Ross.

Posted Sept 19, 2008
Looking for descendants of Olive FRANKLIN. Moved to Franklin lodge, Torrance, Muskoka during the second world war from the UK. I have photographs of the family so if anyone has any info please contact me. Please contact Dan.

Posted Sept 19, 2008
FULTON, Samuel - I am hoping to locate an obit or family info on Samuel FULTON. He died May 16, 1896, in Ryde Twp, age 83. Please contact Randy.

Posted Aug 28, 2008
Looking for any info on the ROSE Family (George Eric) born July 1, 1911 his father was Samuel, brothers, Ed, Walton, Harry, Jack (John). George lived in Torrence and Bala for awhile, wife's name Madeline Parker. Please contact Linda.

Posted Aug 28, 2008
Looking for descendants of Donald SMITH and Barbara ROSIE. Barbara was my great grandaunt. Resided around Loring in Parry Sound, children John Arthur 1882 married 1919 to Margaret McNeil Lizzie May 1884 Mary Ann Jane 1886 James Sinclair 1888 married 1924 to Mary Alvina BAIN Walter George 1890 married 1923 to Bertha Minnie Ziehm. Please contact Rosie.

Posted Aug 6, 2008
ARMSTRONG/MCMULLEN: looking for info on this family…married sometime close to 1873. Most of their children (Edward, William, Sarah, Beatrice, Hugh, John, Effie, Thomas, Alexander, Margaret, and Kitchener) were born in the Parry Sound area. Thomas Armstrong and Mary McMullen. Please contact Teri.

Posted Aug 6, 2008
Looking to find out about school history in the Muskoka area, trying to find out when the first school in Gravenhurst opened, what it might have been called, etc. etc. Looking school history book written by Gary Prentiss/Prentice I am told. Looking also for information on Hekkla and Icelandic settler stories. Please contact Daina.

Posted July 22, 2008
Am interested in obtaining any old photos of Huntsville Ont. especially ones of the steamers. Also any old rail road photos of huntsville. Please contact Darryl.

Posted July 22, 2008
I am trying to locate the gravesite of my Gr Gr Grandfather, Thomas KING, who died 20 May 1871. He is buried in the Upper Level of Hillcrest Cemetery in Parry Sound. On a recent visit, I was unable to locate his headstone, which is included in the Northern Ontario Canada Gravemarker Gallery website. I would appreciate any assistance that may help me locate the position of his grave. Where are these records kept? Please contact Peter.

Posted May 30, 2008
I am looking for info for ALBERT EDWARD POLLOCK and wife HARRIET LOUISA DREW. They lived in Huntsville, Ont. Albert was a GTR fireman in abt. 1905. Please contact Sharon.

Posted May 30, 2008
I am looking for info on Lucinda SUTTON/HANNEGAN, my grandfathers grandmother and her family. She married Jacob Sutton in Gainsborough Twp but something happened and the next time she appears she is married to George HANNEGAN. They are on the Parry Sound census as of 1901 and she died there in 1928 and was living with her daughter in law Cora BAXTER. Her son, Levi SUTTON was my grandfather, Charles SUTTON, father. I would appreciate any help/info. Please contact Peggy.

Posted May 30, 2008
I am interested in the family of Moses James DICKIE (1844 Brantford- Oct. 16, 1925 Bracebridge) son of John Walker DICKIE and Maria Augusta JONES. Married Violet Margaret Johnson. They had 8 children. I would appreciate any help I can get regarding the DICKIE family in and around Bracebridge Please contact Jennifer.

Posted May 30, 2008
Charlotte and Robert Gerow family that lived in Haileybury ON. My GG's. A lot of info missing on their children and grandchildren. Elizabeth 1897 and Gladys 1913 no known trace. Any help would be appreciated. Please contact Marg.

Posted Apr 24, 2008
Looking For any info on children of Herbert Andrew Richards born in England Married Mary Anne Elizebeth Howell who was also born in England. Their children were raised in Parry Sound, Samuel Herbert Richards who married Annie Carruthers and Annie Richards married a Taitt then she was a widow and married George Albert Vanhouser. I think there was also a Minnie but I'm not sure. Please contact Penny.

Posted Apr 3, 2008
I am interested in the NAPIER, and WOOLACOTT families from Parry Sound area and the GEALL family from muskoka area. Please contact Steve.

Posted Apr 3, 2008
Miller, Bruce (Mason) son of Mildred Mason (Miller) raised in Kearney area. Please contact Mack.

Posted Apr 3, 2008
Looking for info on the Legault family shown to have lived in the Parry Sound, Byng Inlet area in the 1911 Census. Parents Stephen Legault and wife Caroline (Desolliers) had 11 children, 10 of which appear in the 1911 census. Looking for marriage records for Emelie born April 08 1906 , Marie Lanette or Larette born April 14, 1908, and Arthur born March 10, 1910. Please contact Patricia.

Posted Feb 23, 2008
WATTS, OASTLER, BADGER - Would anyone have old pictures from the SS#2 School House in Foley township? The S.S. #2 school-house was built in 1873 on Lot 130 Con B on John Brook’s land. The first school board members were Alfred Badger, Zacharriah Watts and Andrew Oastler. In 1885 the trustees were Mr. Rankin, Mr. Zacharriah Watts and Mr. Woolman. Mr. Brook was chairman and Andrew Oastler secretary-treasurer. Please contact Beverly.

Posted Feb 23, 2008
I'm very interested in learning what happened to Milford Manor on Muskoka Lake where we and our 5 children enjoyed so many summers during the 1970's. Please contact Robert.

Posted Feb 16, 2008
HENRY STYLES born 1864, England married MARTHA OLDHAM, Dec 1884, Henry died in 1937, age 73. Both Henry and Martha (my grandparents) are buried at Royston Cemetery near Burk's falls - does anyone have info about their lives? Please contact Lisa.

Posted Feb 16, 2008
Looking for any info on the Cleophas and Margaret Lacombe family who resided in Bracebride area from approximately 1871 until 1925. Please contact John.

Posted Feb 3, 2008
Looking for PELTIER that lived in the Fairhaven Island, Fakeloo Creek area in 1840's. Please contact Jacynthe.

Posted Dec 10, 2007
Looking for info regarding the names of the parents of PELLETIER, Olive, who was born in Fairhaven Island-Fakeloo Creek, on May 2, 1846. Married Ferdinand Brunet, September 12, 1864, Marquette, Mi, USA. Please contact Jacynthe.

Posted Dec 10, 2007
Looking for any info on Winifred MORTIMER born around 1889 in Canada who's parents immigrated from England. She later moved to New Jersey, USA and married Edward MURRAY. Please contact Brenda.

Posted Dec 10, 2007
I need to know if there was a hotel at Rosseau on Lake Rosseau in 1912 where the steamboat Islander would dock during a trip around the lakes. I have written a story about the Pensons and need to know if this is correct. Please contact Joan.

Posted Dec 10, 2007
Is anyone in possession of painting(s) by SEYMOUR PENSON, watercolour likely Muskoka scenery. Please contact Joan.

Posted Nov 7, 2007
I am looking for any family members of JACOB HIRAM CROWDER, either Georgina twp or Humphrey Parry Sound Area is where most of them seem to have been from. Please contact Joan.

Posted Nov 7, 2007
Looking for the Nixon and Orchard relatives in the Port Carling, Bracebridge area. I have some info on the Orchard's but none on the Nixon's all relative to the Henshaws. Please contact Harriet.

Posted Nov 7, 2007
My grandad was Joseph William Fenn (son of George Fenn and Eleanore nee Mortimer) a Muskoka boy during the war -his wife was Délia -I'd like to look up more info on the Muskoka Boys, any suggestions. Also Joseph had a sister who died very young abt 12 or 13 Grace R Fenn dod 1912 1913- any idea where she would have been buried -I believe she died of some lung disease or illness - I have lots of old pictures of the Fenn's and Mortimers boating on the lake and pictures of the Cottage -I know they loved it there. Please contact Toni.

Posted Nov 7, 2007
I am looking for the marriage and the parents of Dolphus RICHER and Albina SABOURIN. Their daughter, Marie Delphine Albina RICHER, born in Parry Sound Mar 26, 1901. Please contact Francois.

Posted Nov 7, 2007
Looking for info about the lost Muskoka hamlet of Monsell (located just east of Bracebridge), as well as local families such as the Clarks and Gregg, for an upcoming book to be released next year. Please contact Andrew.

Posted Nov 7, 2007
Looking for Harriet (Grose) Meads who was buried (1893 Christmas) in a pioneer cemetery on a sideroad off the Aspin road (3) east of Rosseau. Perhaps near Hekkla. I visited the cemetery in the mid 1970's and a headstone was standing them. This lady was my great grandmother. Please contact DR Duff.

Posted Oct 17, 2007
Looking for Grace Laverne Northey, she died in Toronto but was buried in Parry Sound she has no grave stone. I would love to find out where she is, I am her grandaughter. Please contact Michele.

Posted Oct 17, 2007
Looking for any info on Frank C. JOHNSTON, a watercolour artist and lithographer that lived in Muskoka during the late 1940-1950's and then again from 1975-1995. Please contact Anne.

Posted Oct 17, 2007
Would like more info on Clara Ann Hicks, who married John W Rowles father of Martha and Margaret Rowles, then married Herbert Smith. Please contact Roy and Joan.

Posted Oct 17, 2007
Looking for info on the former hamlet of Lewisham, in Muskoka (located sw of Barkway in Ryde Township). Prominent names in the community included Lewisham, Lowe, Taverner, and Fox. I'd love to hear any info or memories that people might have. Please contact Andrew.

Posted Aug 25, 2007
Woonch/Woonch/Mcfadyen. Looking for info on William Woonch who married Euphemia McFadyen on Sept 10 1895. They had 4 children William, Hattie, Malcolm, & Euphemia (May). Any info would be apreciated since we know nothing about them. Please contact Sharon.

Posted Aug 25, 2007
Eliza (Elizabeth?) WILSON (perhaps listed under JOHNSON) widow of Mathew WILSON died at a place called Pickerel, Parry Sound District in 1928. Their daughter Mary Elizabeth WILSON died at Parry Sound Gen Hosp, Nov 19, 1921. Can't find any burial (or other) info...would appreciate any help at all. Please contact Pat.

Posted Aug 25, 2007
Mary Elizabeth Johnston Nee Hansan. I am looking for (my paternal grandmother) gave birth to my father, William Osborne Johnston in 1928 (later adopted by my great grand parents on Dad's side--Samuel George and Mary Margaret Allen nee Dodd) Thessalon and Byng Inlet Area. Please contact Jessica.

Posted July 25, 2007
Seeking info on Sarah (McLEAN) McQUARRIE b. c1825 in Nova Scotia, Canada; m. Allan McQUARRIE (1801 Scotland - 1882 Magnetawan, Muskoka Co.). I have death reg for Allan ~ no indication of where buried. Would like to know what happened to Sarah? Please contact Cathy.

Posted July 25, 2007
Looking for any info on a Sam and Margaret HINES, who lived in Gravenhurst Ontario. As my grandpa Seth HINES was his brother and i can not find any family history on them. Please contact Mary.

Posted July 25, 2007
My Parents married in 1927 in a Catholic Church in North Bay Ontario. I would like to know the name of this church, my mom remembers that it was on a hill if that helps. I am trying to track down their marriage cert. Please contact Mary.

Posted July 25, 2007
MCPHELIMY, William and Phemia? from Scotland. Daughter Susan McPhelimy married Fitzgerald FRAZER. They were my GG Grandparents. Any info on the MCPHELIMY's or even spelled MCPHILEMY would be appreciated. Please contact Beverly.

Posted July 25, 2007
FRASER, William and Isabella BUCHAN or BURKIN. Had a hotel on the Muskoka River back in the 1800's. Does anyone have a record of this? This family founded Fraserburg Ontario (near Bracebridge) They are my GG Grandparents. Any info will be appreciated. Please contact Beverly.

Posted July 5, 2007
Does anyone have the full story of what happened to Milford Manor? Did it really get blown up in a movie? When? Why did it close down? Please contact Sherri.

Posted June 20, 2007
Does anyone have any idea if there are employee records for Mill employees. I have a rellie living in the French River area and he was a "setter of saws in mills". I am wondering how I can find out where he worked if possible. Rosemary FOLCO and I am looking for the Lefave family, father Hyacinthe born about 1861. Please contact Rosemary.

Posted June 20, 2007
Search for Head: John ALLPORT b. around 1840 in England had 14 Children all male, two were James and Edward. Wife Marguerite Stephens. There is an index to John Allport, in Parry Sound, Muskoka, in the FamilySearch.org for 1881 Canadian Census. James is also listed. LDS Family History Library Film 1375880. Please contact John.

Posted May 30, 2007
I am trying to locate descendents of Dr. C. E. LINDENFIELD. I have some old photos that I am willing to share with the family. Please contact Suzanne.

Posted May 30, 2007
Searching for Louis Klingbeil and son, Louis Klingbeil's family. Louis Sr born 11 Jun 1842, m. Henrietta. They had children, Louis born 24 Aug 1875 is listed in 1901 census age 25. Louis, Jr had daughter Emma Anna Klingbeil. Emma Anna Klingbeil, birth abt 1864. She married Rudolph August Goltz, Mar 11,1896 in Muskoka Dist. I believe Henrietta, Louis Sr, wife died June 4, 1931. Louis Jr died Jul 7, 1964. Louis Sr, had a brother named Julius Klingbeil. He and wife, Amelia, lived in Canada near Louis Sr in Muskoka Dist. from abt 1885-1893-4 time period. I need to find living family members-for possible DNA testing. Please contact Joan.

Posted May 30, 2007
Looking for info on the family of Charles Henry Crowder, 1817 to 1893, married Elizabeth Whalis Second wife Mary Hazelton. Lived in Watt twp. And Cardwell twp. And came from Medonte twp. After 1871. He had a daughter Eliza Jane born 1861 and died 1891 in Huntsville. She was Married to George Henry Hamilton. Looking for burial spot. Please contact Mel.

Posted May 30, 2007
Need info to compl. research on the family of Ernie Cecil ROBERTSON b. abt.1903 in Minet or Port Carling, Muskoka. Ernie Cecil relocated to Barrie, Simcoe Co. with his family in 1935 & farmed on Blake St. Six children were born with his 1st wife, her name is unknown, childrens names were Vona, Irma, Bruce, Vern, Joan & Gordon Cecil. His wife died young & he remarried to a woman named Pearl (surname unknown). Son Gordon Cecil from Ernie’s first marriage was born in August of 1923 & in Dec.1948 married Dorothy Gapp. Any bit of info on this family line would be most appreciated. Please contact Susan.

Posted May 30, 2007
WHITE-g-granfatherAbraham(Abram) brn 09/23/1855 l don't have any info on his background 2 known wifes- Martha Faulkner & Susanna(susan) maiden unknown 04/26/1840, he had 3 children William 08/5/1884 (married Anne Hogarth) -Beatrice 08/4 1887 (married Edwin Welsly Ward) and my grandfather Phillip Roy 09/21/1881. I know they resided in the Chaffey District. Uxbridge, Wridge (Muskoka and Parry Sound district) Nippising. Any info on my g-grandfathers siblings or anything at all on any member of my family would be greatly apprieciated. Please contact Becky.

Posted May 4, 2007
I am researching my 2x great-grandfather's family who went from Grey Cty, Ontario (1851-1861 census) to Sanilac Cty, Michigan (1870 census) to the Parry Sound area (dtr married 1883 in Lount). John WATTERS (1826-1884) and Catherine BARNES (1829-1890) had childern Matthew (1849), William Barnes (1851), Catherine Caroline (1852), Jane (1854), Robert (1855), Samuel (1856), Louisa Calvart (1857), John Morrison (1859), Benjamin (1862), George (1865), Matilda (1867) and Mary Jane (1870). Would love to correspond with anyone else researching this family. Please contact Pamela.

Posted May 4, 2007
CAMPBELL, EVELYN TERESA Am starting to search for descendants of Evelyn from the Alport area of Muskoka. I believe her family were originally from Ireland. She married Captain Robert James Parsons and they subsequently moved to Burks Falls , Ontario where both are buried. Think she had several siblings and would be interested in any info. Please contact Marilyn.

Posted May 4, 2007
Interested in contacting former Ryde Township road supervisors1950 to 1970s or anyone having knowledge of roads between concession 2 to 4 in Ryde Township. Please contact Paul.

Posted May 4, 2007
Interested in any info regarding an airfield or landing strip on Lot 7 Concession 4 Ryde Township rumored to be a training airfield for Norwegian Pilots from 1940, 1942 to 1944? Please contact Paul.

Posted May 4, 2007
BLACKMORE CHARLES 1841 to 1922 - A Real Pioneer of Draper Passes
In the passing of Mr. Charles Blackmore at Uffington, on Sunday May 14th, 1922 Draper Township loses one of its oldest and most highly respected pioneer settlers, at the advanced age of eighty-one years.
This story was published at the death of Mr. Blackmore in 1922 in a local Muskoka area paper, I have the first half of the story but I am missing the second half. I need the last few lines that are on page 4, Col, 5 ??? Any help in finding this article would be greatly appreciated. Please contact John.

Posted May 4, 2007
Need info on Caroline Maude PORTER b. 12 Sept 1889 to Joseph b.abt 1852-d 1895? and Sarah Jane GORDON b. 1848 Ottawa. Spouse Joseph DICKIE married 16 June 1911 in Burk Falls. Parents Thomas and Mary [Mcmillan] Porter buried in Dunchurch. Please contact Isobel.

Posted Apr 13, 2007
Looking for a date of death for Ethel Ellen Rose McBRIDE who was married in 1906 to Timothy Coates McBride of Muskoka Falls. Last date known alive was 1976 at which time she was 87. Please contact H. McBride.

Posted Apr 13, 2007
Looking for BIRTH PARENTS of ALBERTINE BECHARD born May 7, 1887 in Byng Inlet. POSSIBLY ADOPTED by the Bechard family and may be METIS. She married Alexis PELLETIER in Cutler Oct 23, 1906. She had at least 1 sister. Please contact Linda.

Posted Apr 13, 2007
I'm looking for any info on Martin CORCORAN 1848-1927 & Agnes KELLY 1854-1908 from Kearney, Ontario. They had 8 children John, Mary (my grandmother), Martin, Catherine, Bridget, James, Margaret, Anna. Catherine & Margaret married brothers James & Dennis O'Connor and Bridget married James Woodruff. Please contact Marie.

Posted Apr 13, 2007
Looking for Clara Smith [Rolls} married to Herbert step daughters Martha and Margaret, son John. Please contact mailto:rojo@execulink.com

Posted Apr 13, 2007
Looking for ancestors from Muskoka area: Charles Piper b. 1811 m. Elizabeth Ardell b. 1823 and emigrated from Ireland with Charles's son William from first marriage in 1845. Their son George Henry b. 11 Jan 1856 was my gr grandfather and married Letitia Toye b. Dec. 25 1875. Her father was James Toye and mother Janie Johnson. They emigrated from Ireland circa 1870 and James went on to marry Martha Isles 2nd then Diane Sawyer 3rd. James' son also married Diane's daughter. Any info greatly appreciated-these are my brick walls. Please contact Kathy.

Posted Mar 23, 2007
Looking for any info on my GG grandfather Hugh Irwin who was born in Parry Sound and moved his family to Alberta in 1886. We can only trace as far as when Hugh moved and I am hoping to trace my family back to Ireland. Please contact mailto:kaileyirwin@yahoo.ca

Posted Mar 23, 2007
ALEXANDER, James & Ellen lived in South Himsworth (Powassan) betwwen 1860 and 19--. He came from Scotland and was a farmer in the area. The Census show them as living near by the Phillips and Beers. He was my GGF. Looking for burial site, marriage info ect. They had a son named Mathew. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Chris.

Posted Mar 23, 2007
Requesting info on Marleen Mcveety, daughter of Thomas McVeety and his wife, Dorcas Tuck. last known address was North Bay, Ontario. Please contact June.

Posted Mar 23, 2007
I'm a freelance writer and historian looking for info on Cooper's Falls of SE Muskoka and the founding Cooper family. Anyone with any info or memories of the community or the people should feel free to contact me. Please contact Andrew.

Posted Mar 9, 2007
Looking for info about my mother Kathleen Osbourne, born in Trout Creek, Burke's Falls or Powassin. Please contact Nancy.

Posted Mar 9, 2007
MCDOUGALL - Looking for history on Annabella McDougall (1838-1916) who married Zachariah Watts and lived in Byng Inlet and Parry Sound Ontario. She is buried in the Foley Township Cemetery and is my Gr-Gr Grandmother. I wish to find out more about her parents and their ancestors to complete my family tree. Please contact Beverly.

Posted Mar 9, 2007
Looking for descendants of FRANCIS MOORE and his wife JANE SAMWAYS. They had one son that I know of---GEORGE BERNARD MOORE. JANE was the daughter of LOT and CHRISTIANA SAMWAYS. She was born in Paris Ont. and married in Bracebridge. FRANCIS was son of MATHIAS MOORE and SUSAN FIELDER. Please contact Marjorie.

Posted Mar 1, 2007
Does anyone have info on this GREER family? John GREER & Sarah Jane PORTER with children - William Whiteside (no info); Rebecca (m. Bob Mitchell); Jack (m. Rosella Crowder) my great grandparents: Liza Ann (single mom/never married); Andrew (m. Nellie Crowder); Sarah (m. Hugh Tibbel); Thomas D (no info). and Margaret (m. #1 Sam Fair, #2 Fred Bunn). Came to Canada from Ireland in 1877. Please contact Ruby.

Posted Mar 1, 2007
I am looking for descendants or siblings of Euphemia (Phoebe) WATTS, b. 3 May 1868 Foley Twp., ON. d. 7 Sep 1924 Parry Sound District. m. Michael ( Mic/Mac) SULLIVAN b. Peterborough, ON. m 25 Dec 1888 Parry Sound.They had 4 children John, Joseph, Edwin, Lucille (Lucy). Please contact Liza.

Posted Mar 1, 2007
ROWE - My GG Grandfather was William Rowe (born 1836 in England) and his wife was Mary Elliott (also born 1836 in England. They emigrated to Canada from England in 1857. I am descended from his son Thomas Nathaniel Rowe born 1870 in Whitby Twp., Ontario County, Ont. I only have personal knowledge of one of my G-Grandfathers brothers Alfred or Fred Rowe born 1869. I have only recently discovered that the family had been living in Pickering / Whitby area in the 1871 Census of Ontario County, Canada and as a result I have also discovered a number of siblings of my G-Grandfather Thomas Nathaniel Rowe. I am looking for the decendents of Sarah E. Rowe born abt 1857, Ema Jane Rowe born abt 1861, John H. Rowe born abt 1865, Charles Rowe born abt 1867 and Alfred or Fred Rowe born abt 1869. The older generation William Rowe and Mary Elliott were living with Fred and Thomas in Sprucedale, McMurrich Twp., Parry Sound District by 1901 however I don't know what happened to the others if they went north or stayed in Ontario County. Please contact Andrew and Terri-Ann.

Posted Mar 1, 2007
Seeking further info on the family of JOSEPH ADAIR & ELIZABETH FITCHETT of Gravenhurst. Joseph Adair (1850-1923)married Elizabeth Fitchett (1859-1923) in 1878 at Gravenhurst. They had a family of 7 children as follows:
1.) James Adair b. 1882
2.) Joseph Adair Jr. b. 1884
3.) William John Adair b. 1888
4.) Florence Adair b. 1891
5.) Annie E. Adair b. 1896
6.) Catherine Adair b. 1898
7.) Arthur Adair b. 1902
Please contact Kevin.

Posted Feb 13, 2006
Looking for any info on ancestors of JAMES DONALLY, born in Bracebridge or Port Carling area approx. 1883. Moved to Saskatchewan to farm Crown land. Please contact Karen.

Posted Feb 13, 2006
Looking for info re GEALL family, they ran a lumber camp there and was suooosed to have a place or area called gealls fields. Any help would be great. Please contact Steve.

Posted Feb 13, 2006
I'm looking for Karl or Elizabeth Wegner (Sons Name is Jacob). Please contact E.W.

Posted Jan 16, 2006
I was trying to contact Marilyn at suecec39@hotmail.com per her posting of Dec 2004 but could not get thru, thought I would post a reply in hopes that she logs on sometime in future.
NAME: KIRTON-GORHAM Marilyn...re your posting of Dec2004 in your search for Kirton-Gorham line. I can help with some info. Please contact Lori.

Posted Jan 16, 2006
I'm a freelance writer working on a history of the pioneer hamlet of Millar Hill in Franklin Township. I'd be interested in hearing from anyone with info about the following families from that area: Millar, Quinn, Burn, Dean, Langmeade, Lasseter, McCann, Rhodes, Shepherd, and Lee. Please contact Andrew.

Posted Jan 16, 2006
I'm a freelance writer doing a history of DEERHURST and am looking for anyone with personal memories of the resort, whether as a guest or staff. Please contact Andrew.

Posted Jan 16, 2006
Trying to find any info of a woman named Ann Austwick whom resided in Burks Falls Ontario in the 1960's and married in 1967 any info greatly appreciated. Please contact mailto:boo1@execulink.com

Posted Dec 12, 2006
Looking for any info on my grandfather George Marlborough Moffit his wife (wives) and children. I know he had 2 daughters Ethel Georgina born May 1922 and Queenie Josephine Born July 1923. Queenie was raised by relatives. (she was my Mother) I am looking for info on her sister, Ethel, I believe she was either raised by or adopted by the family of KIDD. Any one with any info please contact me. Please contact Moey.

Posted Nov 4, 2006
Looking for info on the WOOD/s family. John WOOD/s married to Nancy McARTHUR. They are buried in Parry Sound Cemetery. John was born in 1828 and Nancy born in 1830. I have the cemetery pic. John is of English decent. He came to Canada some time before 1859 as that is when Alexander was born. I do not know where William was born. John is residing in Glenelg, Grey County in 1871 Census and then residing in Vaughan, York West in the 1881 Census. I believe John has a brother Thomas WOOD/s as Thomas is residing at the farm next to him in Glenelg in 1871. Thomas is married to Elizabeth. John and Nancy have the following children: William born Alexander, John, George, James, Colin, Margaret. If anyone is researching this family I would love to hear from you. I have a bit more info if anyone needs it. Please contact Chris.

Posted Nov 4, 2006
Trying to find decendants of Peter Cook SWORD and Minnie EMERICK of Beatrice Muskoka. They had 4 children Eilia May, Herbert Cook, Irene Mabel, and Velma Sword. Peter and Minnie are buried at Beatrice Cemetary. Please contact Melanie.

Posted Nov 4, 2006
Looking for any Muskoka info, schools, community, etc. on this family: 1881 Cdn. Census Muskoka, Ontario NA Film number C-13244, District 131, V p. 43, Household #216 David HURD m. Male Scottish 29 Scotland Farmer Presbyterian. Family moved to Manitoba & hv that info. Please contact Lauraine.

Posted Nov 4, 2006
I am wishing to contact descendants of these earlier pioneers in the Muskoka district who had settled around the Aspdin area: THOMAS MIDDLEBROOK (1841-1918) & his wife ELLEN SCHELL (1845-1928). HARPER MIDDLEBROOK (1864-1939) & his wife HANNAH MIDDLEBROOK ( 1867 - 1956). Being a descendant of the Middlebrook family myself, I have been working on the Middlebrook family history for some time now and wish to gather more details on these two large Ontario branches of the family. Both vital statistics and older photographs are requested. Please contact Kevin.

Posted Nov 4, 2006
Trying to locate where my great grand mother JANE DEFOREST, wife of JOSEPH DEFOREST is buried. She died around the Huntsville area in 1891-1893, mother of William, Elizabeth and Agnes. Elizabeth was raised by William & Mary Buck. Anyone knowing who raised William or Agnes please contact me. Please contact Margaret.

Posted Oct 20, 2006
I would like to learn of any descendents of JAMES MILLER and MARGARET ANNA YOUNGER. MARGARET was the daughter of CHARLES YOUNGER and MARY BEAUMONT (my great grandparents). Please contact Beverley.

Posted Oct 20, 2006
Am attempting to find info on a Herman (Hermann) DIEMEL or spelling variation of who lived in the Gravenhurst area. Possibly worked for Weissmueller Saw Mill in late 1890's and into 1900's. Please contact Ellen.

Posted Oct 6, 2006
I'm looking for the location of the Glenila P.O. In 1901. I know it was in the Ferrie area and that it was on either the Magnetawa R. and/or the Ferrie R. I also have this Location: Decimal Latitude/Longitude: 45.7523155950311 -79.8041443654796. Please contact Ken.

Posted Sept 19, 2006
Karl, Whilamina (looking for her grave 1906-1911), William and wife Martha Langford, Paula, Ida, Charles married Anne Beatrice Milne from Trout Creek. Gray: Henry, Featherstone and wife Martha Langford, other members of the family. Need info on their parents, decendants living in NorthBay area. Wallis: Henry Bull, Rachel (married William Black), Mary Amelia, Milne: Scott Alexander, Annie Milne, John Milne. Please contact Mary.

Posted Sept 19, 2006
Searching for surname McLEAN. 1881 census in Monk, Muskoka. My grgrandfather, George, born 1835. Immigrated to US in 1883 as a farmer changing spelling of surname to McLain. Please contact Marilyn.

Posted June 10, 2005
Looking for a lost grave of Walter JONES, who is supposed to be buried in the Powassan Cemetry. I have had no luck finding his grave. Is there any abandoned cemetries there or could it just be a lost grave? Please contact Cindy.

Posted Sept 19, 2006
Looking for death cert and other info on Patrick Dunn [child] Born I believe in 1906 lot #2 12th Conncession South Himsworth Township. I understand he died very young. He was my Uncle I would sure be grateful for any help you could give me. Please contact Cleve.

Posted Sept 19, 2006
Looking for info on Harold TAYLOR married Ida COWELL and lived in Parry Sound. Are buried at Hillcrest Cemetery and had family Cecil, Jean, Freda, Herb and possibly 3 more children. Please contact Earlene.

Posted Sept 19, 2006
Looking for BUCHART family from Bying Inlet in early 1900's. ALBERTINE BUCHART born May 1887 in Bying Inlet married Alexis Pelletier (approx. 1903-1904) who was a "sawyer" at the lumber mill. Please contact Linda.

Posted Aug 6, 2006
Looking for info on surnames of Cadeau, Enaud or Henault/Henaut. Please contact Julia.

Posted Aug 6, 2006
Does anyone know what happened to Milford Manor, a holiday resort in the 1960's. Please contact Poppy.

Posted Aug 6, 2006
Looking for any info on one James Fortescue and Annie Bourne. Born in England Apr 27, 1868died June 3, 1937 son Earnest J. Fortescue Born 1908 died 1971 had another son Arthur William Fortescue born 1913 died 1977 wife Marjory Ella Running. James had one or two daughters. Not sure of their names one married a Blazey. Trying to find family members in Ontario and trying to go back before coming to Canada. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Terry.

Posted Aug 6, 2006
Looking for any info on Mariah Pye and James Running. Second marriage for James Running. Please contact Terry.

Posted Aug 6, 2006
MACDONALD - looking for any info on Alexander MACDONALD, who I think died in Parry Sound sometime between 1919 and 1920. He was born Kenmore, Applecross, Scotland, in 1889, moved to Canada, fought in the Canadian army in WW1 and was discharged in Ottawa in 1919. Please contact gillieses@fastmail.fm

Posted June 14, 2006
SMITH/REID I'm looking for info on the Smith and Reid families in and around Sprucedale, McMurrich Township. Gr Grandfather James Smith b 1854, wife Grace STUART, b 1860 and Grandfather Gordon Grant Smith b 1888 d 1967 Otter Lake. Any info is appreciated. Please contact Dianne.

Posted June 14, 2006
Looking for any and all info on one Jane Ann LOSHAW, born about 1870, in Petrolia, ON; d/o Isaac LOSHAW & Chole BOYD. She married my 2nd great-grandfather Charles EVERITT on June 28, 1906 in Bracebridge and was a widow, with children at the time. Her previous married name was MCLEAN. Please contact Ruby.

Posted June 14, 2006
Looking for info on Raymond Summers JACKSON (1849-1926) and wife #1 - Rebecca PIPER and wife #2 - Annie M. GOODMAN (1860 - ?). Raymond & Annie were my GGgrandparents. Their children are William; Mary Emmiline ( my Ggrandmother); James; George; Albert; Esther; Eliza; Charles and Harriet. Although, Harriet maybe the child of Rebecca. Any and all info welcomed. Please contact Ruby.

Posted June 14, 2006
Looking for info on Henry 'Harry' SAWYER (b. abt 1869 England - d. abt 1939 Muskoka) s/o Henry SAWYER & Mary Ann (Polly Ann) STOCKER; & Margaret McKITTRICK; Clive SAWYER & Dorothy HANNA; Daisy SAWYER; Gwen SAWYER; Dorothy SAWYER and Fred SAWYER. Harry was the builder and founder of 'Cedar Wild' which later became 'Milford Manor'. Any and all info welcomed. Please contact Ruby.

Posted June 14, 2006
Looking for the burial sites of Charles EVERITT (1842-1921) & wife Jane Ann LOSHAW (abt 1870-?) and their son Matthew EVERITT. May have lived either in the Bracebridge or the Draper township areas. Please contact Ruby.

Posted June 14, 2006
Looking for family of ROBERT HENRY MOFFATT or MOFFAT (b. 09 Mar 1845) and MARGARET THOMPSON (b. 12 Jul 1849 d. 1925) They married 03 Jul 1872 in McKellar and raised their family in McKellar. Please contact Pam.

Posted June 14, 2006
ORCHARD/GUY/HENSHAW/MAY/NIXON Looking for info on the above families. All lived in the Bala/Port Carling area. Any help appreciated. Willing to share any info. Please contact Mark.

Posted June 14, 2006
WINTERS - I'm looking for info on William Roy Winters, born 1893 in Joly twp.. Muskoka. Married 1915 to Isabel C. ????? Died 1977 in North Bay. I believe his father Thomas, born in London, England, was a brother to my Gr grandfather, Charles Henry William Winters. Any info would really be appreciated! Please contact Pat.

Posted May 10 2006
James MCBRIDE and Eliza Jane FAIRES. From Ireland to Kentucky then on to Muskoka/Bracebridge around 1869 or 1870. I need a link to Ireland. Eliza's mother came over in the mid 70's Ellen MCGARRY with son John McNeice. Would love to make the Irish as well as the Ontario Connection. Please contact Steve.

Posted May 10 2006
Looking for family of Samuel Erwin Green. Wife was Emma Christine Olmstead, children were Mary Evelyn Marshall, Samuel Clarence, Percy, Emma Uline, and Christian (or Tristam). They spent some time in Michigan, but Emma Christine died in Parry Sound in 1923. Please contact N. Lowry.

Posted Apr 26 2006
Looking for Sven and Ellen Marie OLSEN. Children: Charles, Oscar, Henry, Jennie, Fredrick, Ann Marie. I have found this family in the 1901 Monteith, Parry Sound Ontario, Canada census. Need imfo on Ellen Marie born 1846 Norway died I believe 1924 Parry Sound. Please contact Donna.

Posted Apr 26 2006
Would anyone know the year of this explosion. Dunchurch: Ont. Aug 1st. Peter Morrisey and son William were blown to atoms by an accidental discharge of dynamite. This accident occurred on the Jamieson contract on the James Bay Railway near Parry Sound. The Morrisey's came from Nova Scotia. (from newspaper clipping) Please contact Joseph.

Posted Apr 26 2006
Agnes LOWE, born c. 1846 in Ireland. Was a stepdaughter to Samuel Campbell of Stephenson Twp.,Muskoka. She lived with the Campbell family in 1884 and appears on the 1891 census as a member of the household. Any info would be appreciated. Please contact Evelyn.

Posted Apr 26 2006
I'm searching for any info on Ruby Kathleen CAMPBELL born 1899 in Stephenson Twp., Muskoka near Allansville and Utterson. Parents were Samuel and Mary Campbell. Please contact Evelyn.

Posted Apr 5 2006
Looking for decendants of Jessie Mortimer COUTTS who married D.B. KENNEDY on 16 Apr 1916. Jessie born 26 May 1876 in England. Parents James Coutts and Mary Mortimer. Family immigrated to Canada and settled in Muskoka between 1876 and 1880. Believed to have at least one daughter. Please contact Melanie.

Posted Apr 5 2006
JOHNSON, Frank, born Feb 26, 1879 in Coldwater, Ont. Died Feb 21, 1918 in Parry Sound at the Old General Hospital. I would like to know where my Grandfather is buried in Parry Sound. His registration gives it as a blank. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Barbara.

Posted Apr 5 2006
Clarey, Franklin, born Dec 17, 1855, married Mary Jane Thompson. Lived in Bracebridge in the 1911 Census. Looking for info on children. Children's names are: William Douglas, Silas Arnold, Dennis John, Catherine, Phebe Mae, George Francis, Nancy Jane: md David W. O'Riley, and Abraham. Please contact Barb.

Posted Apr 5 2006
Just a follow up to posting of Dec 14 2005 regarding Lydia Ross [nee Paul]. Received an Email from a woman who had seen a Thomas Ross listed as a lodger in the 1901 Census Muskoka & Parry Sound [# 91] McConkey, Mills, Wilson & Hardy Z Page 6 living with family 54 Paul John. Thomas Ross was the widower of Lydia and when I checked my records John and his family match exactly with Lydias' brother. This was 3yrs after Lydia died and not too long after that Thomas moved to Saskatchewan and started a new family. They do have Thomas listed as born in 1878. He was born the same year as Lydia 1868. Perhaps Lydia is buried in this area. Please contact Dorian.

Posted Apr 5 2006
1881 Census for Sinclair and Franklin, Muskoka (p. 12) has: George MEREDITH Wid Male Irish 46 Ireland Farmer Presbyterian and sons Robert 18 and Wm 17. Wife Martha living with family in Simcoe County in 1871. Have found death of William in Parry Sound 1893; Robert in 1911 census single farmer, Franklin tp. Seeking further info on this family--deaths of Martha, George and Robert, and any other particulars. Believe Martha is nee CLAXTON, married George in Queen's county, Ireland 23 June 1859. Please contact Sharon.

Posted Mar 14 2006
MAXWELL, Percy born 1885 died 1913 and buried at Hillcrest Cemetary in Parry Sound. Was an engineer on a train and hit a moose and he was killed. Interested in newspaper article. He was married to Dorothy and had 3 children; Ethel, William and Kenneth. Please contact Mary Lou.

Posted Mar 14 2006
GEROW Clive Meredith Steel (1915-1945). Would appreciate any information about this family for my brother in law. RE: John Meredith Gerow (1882-1943), Barclay GEROW, Bently Mercer GEROW. Please contact Alex.

Posted Feb 1 2006
WHITE -Looking any decendants of Margaret (McBride) and William James WHITE. I believe that they had 4 children Cora b:1890, Charles b:1893, Courtnay b: 1898. and Majorie b:1903. Please contact Shane.

Posted Feb 1 2006
I cannot seem to find any census prior to 1881 for Hagerman, Parry Sound. Where would I find them? My surname lines include CALVERT, ROSS, SHAW. Please contact Lori.

Posted Feb 1 2006
Looking for info about my Gr-Grandparents. ZACHARIAH WATTS AND ISABELLA MCDOUGALL. Anyone with info or photos, please contact me. Please contact Beverly.

Posted Feb 1 2006
Looking for info about the Hopper family (William John and Mary Hannah) who came to Chiefs Island approx. 1899 and stayed until 1901 as the caretaker and cook for Col Mason. Their children were Ben, Jane, Alice, Edith, Clara and Norman (probably buried in Muskoka) Any info would be appreciated. Please contact Heather.

Posted Jan 13 2006
Looking for John Macey William c Macey Or Ernest h Macey between 1850 - 1885. Please contact Mark.

Posted Dec 14, 2005
Looking for parents of John, Annie and Jessie COOK(E) all born in Scotland between 1833 and 1846. Annie married William SWORD in 1857 at Australia and returned to Scotland before coming direct to Muskoka in 1872 with sister Jessie (Who never married). I think John was the builder/owner of 'Vernon House' in Huntsville. Looking for any connections but mostly parents and possible sibilings. Please contact Melanie.

Posted Dec 14, 2005
Searching for burial site of Lydia Jane Ross [nee Paul], great grandmother, b 1868 d 1898 in or about Ahmic Harbor or her older brother Samson Paul who also lived in Ahmic Harbor at 210 George St. Samson raised my grandmother Miriam and her sister Ismah Anna Ross after Lydia died. Grandmother married and left A. H. in 1907 on her honeymoon aboard the lake steamer Armour.Lydia and Samson were children of Edmund Paul whose marker is in A.H. cemetary. Please contact Dorian.

Posted Nov 17, 2005
MATTHEWS/BAILEY/LEMON - Looking for info on the marriage of Alexander MATTHEWS to Mary Jane BAILEY, assumed to have married in Wood & Medora, Muskoka District, Ontario sometime prior to the 1881 census where I found them living with the Robert and Ann LEMON family. Please contact Merrilee.

Posted Nov 17, 2005
Looking for the decendents of William and Margaret Armstrong Sarah b. 1857 Richard b. 1865 George d. 1869 John 1874 Jamesh. b.1876. Please contact John Armstrong.

Posted Nov 1, 2005
Looking for parents of my wife's great grandfather Edward LLOYD - William and Mary. William was born in England about 1825, son Edward was born England 1863. Family immigrated to Muskoka in 1876. I cannot find Edward on 1881 census, but he and his father William are living in the same household in 1901 census. Please contact Dave.

Posted Sept 27, 2005
Looking for any Cousins in Parry Sound region. My ggrandmother Margaret McCron born 1869, Scotland died 1969, Ontario, married James Cousins after her husband Ormond Albert Theodore Morden 1867 Ontario died in a 1900 logging accident in Parry Sound. Ormond & Margret had 5 children Francis, Albert, Robert, & Daisy. Not sure if they were all Mordens or some Cousins. My Grandfather Samuel Hyslop Mcron, born out of wedlock in Millar Ontario, original name Stanley Millar. Margaret married Ormond upon returning after her Samuel was born. Her parents raised him for whatever reason. Any info that I can get with this family tree would be most grateful. Please contact Dawn.

Posted Sept 27, 2005
Looking for death of Washington Columbus Crowder s/o Jacob Hiram and Elizabeth Rhyness. He was born 1880 Humphrey Twp. Please contact Rojo.

Posted Sept 27, 2005
Rivers, John and Mary: Parry Sound, Callander, Wiwawasa Villages. Rivers, Joseph & Elizabeth. Any info would be appreciated found on the 1901 and 1911 census records. Please contact Jan.

Posted Sept 27, 2005
Looking for the name of 1900s - hospitals, close to Parry Sound. Please contact Jan.

Posted Sept 6, 2005
I seek any info on CAYER and THERRIEN (also GILLETT) who lived in the Parry Sound and south Georgian Bay area in the 1880s through 1920s. Please contact Margaret.

Posted Sept 6, 2005
Looking for any info about Elda Marie MASON buried in Parry Sound cemetery. Please contact Mary.

Posted Aug 6, 2005
Seeking the gravesite for Gladys Rose YEATES, born April 23rd., 1913 in Parry Sound. She died as a very young girl and is apparently buried somewhere in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Parry Sound, Ontario. Any info that can be forwarded to me would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Ken.

Posted Aug 6, 2005
I am searching ancestors of my SCARLET(T) who emigrated from Co. Fermanagh, Ire to The Carrying Place, Upper Canada 1818. I see the surname SCARLETT all around Muskoka on mailboxes, phone listings, etc. I wonder if any of them are interested in their genealogy. My wife and I attended the SCARLETT Family Gathering at Enniskillen, NI a few years ago, and have accumulated a lot of SCARLETT resources in Canada, USA, UK, and Australia. Please contact Doug.

Posted Aug 6, 2005
Looking for cemetery info &/or abits on GARDINER, James died 23 Sept, 1932, Port Sydney; wives Mary Wheatley Gardiner d.18 Apr, 1909, Ann Montgomery Gardiner d. 1882 Port Sydney Ann Sherwood Gardiner d. 1946, and possibly an Eliza Wheatley Gardiner (no death info). Please contact Irene.

Posted Aug 6, 2005
Seeking info on the ROBERTSON family settled in Muskoka, Rideout. They are Scottish, They show in the 1871 census and also the 1911 census for Rideout. Some of the names: JOHN B. W MARIA JANE,,,WILLIAMb 1853, W.GEORGE, b 1882, GEORGE L. b1875 w ELLEN, HAROLD ROSS, b 1904, Also ANTHONY b 1851 Scot. and family. Any help most appreciated as I am searching this for a friend of the family. Please contact Yvette.

Posted July 18, 2005
Searching for my great grandparents twin boys. They died during a very cold winter while infants living in Powasson. Not sure of the exact year but I believe it to be between 1888-1892. Their parents were William Charles & Mary Ellen (nee Baker) BUTTLER. The family later moved to Simcoe County. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Eileen.

Posted July 18, 2005
Looking for info about MOULTON FAMILY- Royal Moulton and wife Rachel Lucinda SMITH died in Parry Sound in early 1900`s. Would like info about them or any of their family. Please contact Ruth.

Posted June 10, 2005
Would you be related to Clinton McLellan who lived in Gravenhurst from 1949 to 1969 and worked in Bracebridge. Please contact Candy.

Posted June 10, 2005
BOONE - Looking for descendants of Edgar and Faye Boone who moved to Parry Sound. They had two boys - Lloyd and Roy; and one daughter Geraldine. Cousins looking for them to reunite family - descendants of Joseph Terris - Faye's grandfather. Please contact Greg.

Posted June 10, 2005
Looking for my brothers grave in Bracebridge. Richard Davies-Hall b1958 d1958, also lookig for my fathers family any siblings of Bruce Davies-Hall b1937-8? still living. Please contact Chris.

Posted May 2, 2005
Looking for info on the Kirk family of Bracebridge, who owned the Rainbow Valley Inn during the 1930s. Please contact Andrew.

Posted May 2, 2005
Surnames- LEMKE - MICHAELIS - SMITH - WALLER. Augustus Frederick Michaelis b.1845 germany married Paulina Lemke b.1847 Poland or Germany - both - Hillcrest Cemetery Perry Sound Ca Children Benjamin - unknoen female b.1871 - Emma b.1873 - Frederick b.1874 - Susann b.1875 - Esther b.1879 - Daniel b.1880 - Isabella b.1882 - George b.1884 - Samuel b.1888. Please contact Ed.

Posted Apr 11, 2005
Searching for an obit for Isaac Brock who died in Emsdale Nov 23, 1895 and is buried in St.Marks Anglican cemetery together with his 3 daughters and his wife Mary's second husband James Brandon. I do have a photo of their grave stone. I would be most grateful for any help you can give me in finding his obit or burial records. Please contact Eyleen.

Posted Apr 11, 2005
Update: Robert Walter Hannant, widow (62) married Margaret Astley, spinster (28), Hymers, July 18, 1907. Parents of Robert were Jerimiah Hannant and Mary Buffham, parents of Margaret were Jas J.L. Asltey and Maria Moulding. The couple is listed as farmers and were to reside in O’Connor Twp. After the marriage. Any info on these families would be greatly appreciated. Please contact C. Vance.

Posted Mar 26, 2005
Looking for info on Margaret Astley and Robert Hannant, married July 18, 1907 Hymers. Also, Daniel Astley, Parry Sound, could be brother of Margaret. Daniel’s father is listed as John Astley in the War records. Two children born to Margaret abt 1911 and 1918, William and Eleanor Hannant. Please contact C. Vance.

Posted Mar 26, 2005
AUSTIN, JENNIE, & WILBERT Jennie Olsen was born Jarlsberg, Parry Sound 8 MARCH 1884 she married Wilbert Austin 24 May 1904 in Parry Sound. Jennie Austin lay to rest in Toronto 1970. She was a widow in 1957 or before. I can not find any info on WILBER AUSTIN. Any help would be welcome. Please contact Donna.

Posted Mar 26, 2005
Looking to find my gggrandmothers death time, I last found her living with her son Oliver Simpson in the 1881 Census for Hagerman twsp, her name was Mary Anne Simpson she was 60yrs old at that time. I would appreciate any help you may give. Please contact Chuck.

Posted Mar 26, 2005
Searching info on families of: Jean-Baptiste BINET-BINNETTE m Agnès MARTEL 16Jan1904, Powasson, Ont. Cléophas L. LAGACÉ m Azéline MARTEL 06Mar1905, Powasson, Ont. Would be appreciated. Please contact Len.

Posted Mar 26, 2005
Looking for info on the death of my gr grand mother, Mary Ross. The last info I have is that she was living in Emsdale in March 1895. She does NOT show up with her husband, Charles, in the 1901 Census. The only Charles Ross shown has a wife Susan, which implies that Mary Ross died between Mar 1895 and Mar 1901. I would appreciate any help with the above, including a Cemetery look up. She was C of E, or Methodist. Please contact Jim.

Posted Mar 26, 2005
MCINNES/DEFOREST – Thomas McInnes was one of my paternal gr grandfathers. He appears in the 1901 census for Parry Sound with his family (4 children). Also appearing in the 1901 census is K. McInnes and wife Pris. Josephine DeForest was my maternal grandmother. She was born 1901 in Gravenhurst. Her parents were Joseph DeForest & Ida Fuller. Joseph DeForest died 1911 in Parry Sound. Please contact Paul.

Posted Mar 7, 2005
Would SKS be willing to find the family of the following head of household listed in the 1871 census index for "The Sound" (district 086, sub-district A, division 1, page 12) William WILCOX, age 45, farmer, born in England. I need the other members of the family that are listed (if any). Please contact Nancy.

Posted Mar 7, 2005
Seeking info on William HAZZARD and Delena Lena GRANVILLE, daughter of Augustin GRANVILLE and Delena DUCHARME, who were married in Southampton, Jan 29, 1883. They lived in Parry Sound and French River regions. Their children were Alfred, Olive Hazzard who m. Bill LIGHT, Lawrence Hazzard who m. Norine KENNY. Frank, James Hazzard who m. Ilene Roy King at Duck Islands 1913, Cecelia Hazzard who m. Archibald ALLICOTT, Margaret, and Marian Hazzard who m. Fred MCKAY. Any assistance and info is appreciated. Please contact Pat.

Posted Mar 7, 2005
James CAMERON and Maggie MCDOUGALL married in Perthshire Scotland. In 1897 they were in Muskoka District when Ellen ROBINSON CAMERON was born on the 22 November. Anyone recognise those names. Please contact Kay.

Posted Feb 11, 2005
Have complied a large file on the history of Oakley Twp. along with early families histories. If seaching info on families that settled here please contact Please contact Sandy.

Posted Feb 11, 2005
We are searching for Holmes ancestors from Parry Sound. Specifically Arthur Lionel Holmes who died Mar 29, 1906 in Parry Sound and one of his sons Robert Mower Holmes who died Apr 28, 1926 in Parry Sound. Also any of the children who were also buried in Parry Sound. Please contact Doug.

Posted Feb 11, 2005
I recently found the death registration of my grandfather Frank C. JOHNSON, born Feb 26th, 1879 in Coldwater, ON. He died in Parry Sound, on Feb 21, 1918 from a ruputred appendix in one of the hospitals in Parry Sound. Could someone tell me what hospitals there was in that time period and could anyone do a search at the library for any more info. Greatly appreciated. Please contact Barbara.

Posted Feb 11, 2005
I'm searching for a photo of the Boakview School. I know that some of the pupils were Scarrs. If anyone has a picture I would appreciate hearing from you. Please contact June.

Posted Feb 11, 2005
Looking for info on Robert Charles LEONARD, probably born around 1880. He was married to Edna Betha Good. These are my grandfathers (James G. Leonard) parents, He was born in Draper Twp, District of Muskoka. James didn't know his parents as they split when he was young. James was born in 1913. Please contact Shelley.

Posted Feb 11, 2005
Seeking grave of Ann YATES, wife of William YATES, mother of Phoebe KAY and Susan SHERWOOD, Ufford, 1883. Please contact Pam.

Posted Feb 11, 2005
Seeking info on DAVID HALL & JANE HOLLAND/HOLLINS moved to Kearney area from Colchester after 1901. Their Daughter ETHEL MAE HALL married FOREST DENEAU and had 3 children Marvin, Harold & Mildred all born in Parry Sound Dist starting 1913. Please contact Tammy.

Posted Jan 18, 2005
Seeking grave of Hannah b. abt 1820 & Robert GORDON [GORDEN?] b. abt 1817 who is in 1881 Census in McConkey Mills, Hardy, Ferrie, McKenzie area. I found a mother Hannah b. 18 July 1857 in Quebec with son Will 1857 [head of house] and dtr. Mary 1866. Not sure them. Please contact Isobel.

Posted Jan 14, 2005
Looking for any info on the family names of WAY and GIROUX. Please contact Ina.

Posted Jan 14, 2005
Seeking info on Joseph Cousineau & Harriet Salinot who lived on Perry Island in 1901 Census and in Nippissing district - Whitney twp. in 1905. I need info on all children. Please contact Patricia.

Posted Jan 14, 2005
Looking for any info on the GEDGE family that arrived in the Parry Sound-Muskoka area abt 1868 from England. Parents are George and Elizabeth with sons William, Herbert, George and Frederick - daughter Lily. George was baptized in 1871 (Wesleyan Methodist Register) but disappeared afterward. Maiden name of Elizabeth would make my day! ANY info would be greatly appreciated! Please contact Mat.

Posted Dec 30, 2004
Researching David SCOTT, married UNKNOWN. Married Louiza ROACH (nee Forsyth) 1870. Married Eliza UNKNOWN between 1870 and 1893. Primitive Methodist. Eliza appears to have died by 1901. Owned Lots 1 and 2 Conc. 12 Muskoka Twp. Would like to know where baptisms, marriages, burials and etc. might have been recorded. Was there a Primitive Methodist Church in that area in the late 1860s? Please contact Jenny.

Posted Dec 1, 2004
Researching the family of William KIRTON born 1862 who married Minnie D. GORHAM born 1869 who married in 1885 in Dunchurch, Ont. Minnie died in 1930 in Toronto. Any help would be appreciated. William died in 1920 in Parry Sound District, Ont. Please contact Marilyn.

Posted Dec 1, 2004
Looking for a Joesph and Mary Scott, their sons Charles and Anthony were born in the area about mid 1800's any info appreciated. Please contact Brenda.

Posted Dec 1, 2004
Looking for ancestors/relatives of my grandmother Lida Patchell from Seguin Falls or Parry Sound area in Ontario, Canada. She should have been born about 1880 to 1890 and married a Thomas Sword Clifford and move to Alberta about 1910. I'd appreciate any info. Please contact Barry.

Posted Nov 11, 2004
I am writing a thesis about the Free Grant Act of 1868, focusing on Stephenson Township. Thomas Gerrard King settled near Lancelot on concession road 12, lot 18, and his mother, Harriet Barbara King, joined him in 1871 and settled on lot 20, same concession. She left in 1875 for Britain, but I would like to know what happened to her son and descendants. I am also interested in looking at any secondary or primary sources from the Utterson/Lancelot area from the 1870s, particularly copies of the Free Grant Gazette. Please contact Donna.

Posted Nov 11, 2004
I have recently revised a book called 'English Bloods' A Canadian story. A Muskoka story set in the Backwoods in McMurrich and Stisted Townships. There are several names indexed in the book from the 1881 period. If anyone feels that there might be mention of distant relatives...please feel free to contact me. I will try my best to help or answer any questions. Additonal information: English Bloods In The Backwoods of Muskoka 1878 by Frederick Montague de la Fosse. Please contact Scott.

Posted Nov 11, 2004
Looking for info on GRAWBARGER family. The man I am searching for died in the 1970s or 80s in a car accident. He also had lost an arm in a sawmill accident as a young man. He three children who may be my half brothers and/or sisters. They lived in the Powassin area. Can anyone help or put me in touch with someone who may know them? Please contact Darlene.

Posted Nov 11, 2004
WHITELEY - HILL. Looking for any info about my Whiteley family, who moved to Depot Harbour in the early 1900's (after 1901). Maud Whiteley married William Byron Hill. John William Whiteley was also in Depot Harbour by 1904. He may have been a teacher. Mary Jane Whiteley may also have been in the area. Please contact Catherine.

Posted Nov 11, 2004
Looking for new info pertaining to the HEFFERNAN family (Margaret, Loretta, Francis J., John L., and Joseph D.) who were listed in the 1901 Ontario (Himsworth) Census (Parry Sound and Muskoka Districts). Some transcribers incorrectly spelled their surnames as "Hoffeman." Margaret (nee Quinn) HEFFERNAN (b. 1857) was my gr-grandfather's second wife. Their daughter, Loretta (transcribers mispelled her name as "Loulta"), later married Hugh (also known as Hugo) EVERS who is also listed with the EVERS family in the same census. Any info re: the HEFFERNAN and EVERS families in the Parry Sound & Muskoka Districts would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Clifton.

Posted Oct 30, 2004
I was wondering if you could possibly help me find out where my brother is burried. I was told that there is a cemetary on the outskirts of town (Parry Sound) that is currently being used. I know that he is beside his grandfather who passed on about 4 years ago, and he himself was laid to rest there only about 4 weeks ago. Please tell me how I can find out; I need to visit. Please contact Heather.

Posted Oct 30, 2004
Looking for info on the following, as taken from the 1881 Census: John Wright b. 1834 Maranda Wright b. 1839 SPOUSE Children: Mary Elis, Edward, Sarah, David Arthur, Lila. Sarah Lavina Wright is my gr-gr-grandmother. Any info or ways to obtain would be helpful. Please contact James.

Posted Oct 30, 2004
Am doing a database on Stephenson township. Have census and complete cemetery transcripts to October 2004. Also several death reg. and a few birth and marriage reg. Interested in contacting families from this area especially McINTYRE, NICKASON, ORR & GREEN. Please contact Janine.

Posted Oct 12, 2004
Looking to confirm that a Mr. and Mrs. (George) Shaw are buried in Chalmers Church Cemetery, which is located on the townline between Stisted and McMurrich Twsp, in Parry Sound District. Do you know if a cemetery plan exists for this pioneer cemetery? If not, can you offer any leads? (Some members of my family visited this site last year while staying at Yearley, which is just to the south.) Please contact Vaughn.

Posted Oct 12, 2004
McBRIDE/McLAUGHLIN Looking for info on William McBride (b 1835), married Mariah J. McLaughlin (b 1834). Lived in the Oakley & Ryde & Draper area. Their children were James, Agnes, Mariah, William, Annie, Christy, Robert and Charles. Annie was my Gr Grandmother. She married John Scott. Any help with this family would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Keith.

Posted Oct 12, 2004
Researching the family of Matthew Rankin and Margaret (Rutledge) Rankin. Moved to Falding/Barrie area approximately 1857/59ish, from Tryone, Ireland. Their first son, James, was born in Ireland. William (b. 1858 Barrie), Henry (b. 1859 Barrie or Cookstown), Matthew (b.1861--killed in a logging accident), Margaret (b. 1862), Frederick (b. 1868), Robert (b. 1870), Samuel (b. 1872 or 73), Mary Ann (b. 1874)--died at 18, George (b. 1876 or 77). It is said that Fred and Robert were involved in business or city council positions in the Barrie or Parry Sound area. I am looking for ANY info that may be in newspapers or census's of my abovementioned family. Please contact Darcy.

Posted Oct 12, 2004
For those interested in Stephenson Township families, please contact me directly as I have amassed a fair amount of data on those previously living in the Township through various records, in particular from the early years up until the 1930’s. Please contact Rob.

Posted Oct 12, 2004
KENNEDY - James was a school teacher in Muskoka mid 1880's. His wife was Rosetta, and he had children - Marcie, Emma, Margaret, Thomas, William, and Charlie. James died about 1899 - I believe in Simcoe County. Anyone with suggestions on how to find out about him? Please contact Tish.

Posted Sept 27, 2004
Looking for the family of Sven OLSEN and Ellen Marie (HANSEN) I found them in the 1901 Jarlsberg, Monteith, census. I also found the cemetery at Bear Lake where they lay to rest. Any help on this family would be a blessing!!! Sven Olsen born 1840 Sweden died 1915 Jarlsberg, Monteith, Wife Ellen Marie born 1849 Norway died 1924 Jarlsberg, Monteith, Children: Charles OLSEN born 1876, George OLSEN born 1878, Henry OLSEN born 1882, Jenny OLSEN born 1884, Frederick OLSEN born May 5, 1887 Jarlsberg, Monteith died Jan 1969 Grand Island, New York, Anna Marie born 1890. Please contact Donna.

Posted Sept 27, 2004
Researching the family of John Angus McEACHERN (1847 Oro-1912) and his wife Besty HIGGINS (1851-1923). Both are buried in the Lakeview Cemetery in Gravenhurst, Muskoka. Children: Alexander (Florence WORDINGHAM), John James (Alice Reid MC INTYRE), Euphemia Jane (Charles E. CLIPSHAM), Margaret Ellen (William S. MC DONALD), Archibald Ernest, Annie Gertrude (George Maurice WORDINGHAM) and MARION ALICE "Minnie" (Gilbert H. DINWOODIE). Please contact Louise.

Posted Sept 27, 2004
Searching for descendents of John LAHAY b. 1825 St. Polycarpe, Que and his wife Mary Ann ANNAS aka Marie ESTNESSE b. R. St. Claire, Prov.??? in 1835, d/o Richard ANNIS and Catherine POULIN. Also, PAPINEAU, MASSEY. Please contact The Lehays.

Posted Sept 27, 2004
Seeking info on Anthony DOWNING who died 20 Oct 1946 at Parry Sound. Need obit. Please contact Clyde.

Posted Sept 27, 2004
Looking to share info with researchers of the SCHNEIDER, MINOR, REICHE, FAHRIG families of LOUNT Twp., Dist. of Parry Sound. Please contact Glenda.

Posted Sept 25, 2004
Seeking info on descendants of GEORGE DOWNING who lived in the Parry Sound region from ca. 1874 til he died 5 Dec 1932. He md. SARAH SUDGEN 14 Mar 1883. GEORGE DOWNING was b. at Union Workhouse, Churchstow, Decon, England. He had a brother JAMES who possibly also lived in same area for a while. Will trade info. Please contact Clyde.

Posted Sept 25, 2004
The following family is found in McMurrich and Stisted on the 1881 census IRVING, Thomas b. abt 1861, IRVING, Kathy b. abt 1862 living with HOFFNER Alexander fr Germany and HOFFNER, Katherine fr Scotland. I cannot find them in 1891 or 1901, nor have I been able to find the marriages or deaths for any of them in the Ont archive films. They seem to disappear after 1881. Anyone ever run across these names in the area? Also what happens with Stisted? Please contact Sandie.

Posted Sept 25, 2004
PAYIE/PAYE - Looking for any info on James and Ann children of John and Ann (Whelan) Payie/Paye (even possibly Pye) of Clarling. Please contact Carrol.

Posted Sept 25, 2004
John MCPHEE & Mary McARTHUR 1871 census Morrison Twp have not been able to find their death. Hannah Cook & Michael Cook 1861 census would like to find more info on the settlement of the German settlers who came to this area around 1859 the one son William I can't find info on his family I have the children from the 1891 census & both the death of William & Catherine Semple. Please contact Sharron.