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Mr. Thomas Young died at his residence on Elizabeth Street, on Wednesday, Feb 8th. Interment took place in the Grenfel Cemetery on Sunday afternoon, when the body was laid to rest beside that of Mrs. Young, who died eighteen months ago. Rev. D. Booth conducted the services, six sons being pall-bearers. The funeral cortege was the largest ever seen in this district, thus showing the respect for the deceased. The late Mr. Young was a native of Yorkshire, England, and came to Canada in 1852. After living for ten years in Whitby, he moved to Vespra where he remained for forty years, then coming into town to spend the evening of his days and enjoy a well-earned rest. Since coming to Barrie seven years ago, Mr. Young was a valued member of the Elizabeth St. Methodist Church. The family is composed of six daughters and six sons, all of whom were here for the funeral, in fact Mrs. Angus Campbell, of Killam, Alta., has been here for a couple of months. The other members are: Mrs. Thos. Teasdale, of Minesing; Mrs. Wm. Parr, of Grenfel; Mrs. Alex Burrell, of Goodwood; Miss Belle and Miss Olive, at home; Messrs. T. T. and A. C. of Barrie; Robert, of Grand Forks, N.D.; Edwin of Winnipeg and William of Sunderland. Source: The Northern Advance, February 16, 1911, page 8 |
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Ald. T. T. Young bereaved
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The Orillia Packet, September 14, 1933 To his many friends who talked to him on the market in Orillia on Saturday, the announcement that Mr. Alexander Dunlop had died suddenly at his home, near Warminster, ot 4, concession 14, Medonte, on Sunday, September 10, came as a great shock. Mr. Dunlop was born on the farm where he died, on October 8, 1857, and was therefore 76 years of age. He had lived there for seventy years, having been away for six years in British Columbia. He leaves his widow, Mary Ellen Fraser, to whom he was married in 1911, one son, Leslie Alexander; one daughter, Mary Janet; a step son, James Longmore, all at home, and a step-daughter, Mrs. Thomas Elliotson, of St. Catharines, and four grandchildren. He is survived by three brothers, Ronald, of Warminster; James, of Meota, Saskatchewan, and William, of Toronto. The funeral was held on Tuesday, September 12, from the family residence to St. Andrew’s cemetery, Orillia. The service was conducted by the Rev. J.W. Province, assisted by the Rev. Mr. McKaye, and Mrs. Province sang “In The Garden” Some of his favorite hymns were also sung including Rock of Ages, Jesus Lover of My Soul, and Nearer My God To Thee. There were many beautiful floral tributes, including wreathes from the Woman’s Institute and the Ladies’ Aid of the United church. The Pallbearers were Joseph Reid, Melville Kent, Joseph Ball, of Warminster, Charles Ball, of Orillia, Mord Dunlop of Bass Lake, and John McKinley, of Jarratt. Among those present at the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dunlop and family, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Dunlop, all of Toronto, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Elliotson, of St. Catharines. |
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The Orillia Packet, Friday, April 10, 1885- WARMINSTER It is my painful duty to announce the death of another of Medonte’s pioneers, the late Mr. Andrew Dunlop. Deceased was a native of Lanarkshire, Scotland, and emigrated to Medonte with his parents three brothers and one sister, forty-two years ago. The subject of this sketch, who married shortly afterwards, moved to Squire Thompson’s farm, near Atherley, then known as the “Narrows” There he remained for two years. Upon the death of his father he returned to the homestead, Lot 4, Concession 14, Medonte, where he resided to the time of his death, which took place, after an illness of two months’ duration, on Good Friday, 3rd April, at the age of 63 years, 4 months. The funeral took place on Easter Sunday and was very largely attended. The remains were conveyed to Orillia Cemetery, now the resting place of many of our first settlers. Deceased had a family of nine sons and two daughters, of whom seven sons and one daughter survive. The eldest, Thomas, born at Atherly, is now a resident of the Canadian North-West. |
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The Orillia Packet, July 2, 1936- DEATHS- DUNLOP- At Warminster, on Thursday, June 18, 1936, Ronald Dunlop, in his seventy-eighth year. Interment was in St. Andrew’s cemetery, Orillia. Death removed one of Medonte’s pioneers when Ronald Dunlop, who had been ill for about four months, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Norman Teskey, at Warminster on June 18. Mr. Dunlop was born at Warminster on the eighth day of February, 1859, and resided there all his life. He was the fourth son of Andrew Dunlop and Janet Livingston, who came to Canada from Scotland nearly one hundred years ago. In 1887 Mr. Dunlop married Victoria Ann Ansley, of Newburg, Ontario, who predeceased him nearly five years ago. He was a life long member of the Warminster Methodist church (now Warminster United church) and always took an active part in its social activities. The funeral service was held at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Norman Teskey, conducted by the Rev. G.W. Snell and the Rev. A. MacVicar. The pallbearers were six of his friends, Messrs. Walter Marr, George Johnston, Joseph Moon, Herbert Goss, Joseph Reid and Michael Naughton. Interment was made at St. Andrw’s cemetery. Mr. Dunlop leaves to mourn his loss, one daughter, Mrs. Norman Teskey, of Warminster, and two brothers, William, of Toronto, Ontario, and James, of Meota, Saskatchewan. |
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DR. W.F. DUNLOP DIES; PYORRHEA RESEARCHER, 73- Originated Own Treatment Using Oxygen (special to the Herald Tribune) Huntington, L.I. May 16 1938, Dr. William F. Dunlop, who originated the Dunlop oyxgen treatment for Pyorrhea, involving the injection of oxygen into the gums, died here today at his summer home. He was seventy-three years old. Surviving are a son, William D. (sic) Dunlop, Jr., two daughters, Mrs. Elmo Tiefel and Mrs. John B. Redd, and two brothers, Harry E. and Alexander Dunlop. Dr. Dunlop was born in Orillia, Ontario, Canada, and was graduated from the University of Michigan Dental School in 1888. After practicing in the Middle West, he went to China in 1906, where he studied Pyorrhea treatment for three years. After returning to the United States, he practiced in New York with offices at 424 Madison Avenue. He was a fellow of the Royal Society and the Royal Microscopic Society, both of Great Britain, and held an honorary degree from the University of Vienna. He was a member of the First Dental Society of New York and the American Dental Association. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at the Cooke Funeral Chapel, 117 West seventy- second Street. |
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DR. HARRY DUNLOP, EX-BORO PHYSICIAN Pelham, N.Y., July 15- Dr. Harry E. Dunlop, a physician who formerly practiced in Brooklyn for 25 years died yesterday in his home, 101 Monterey Ave. He was 80. Born in Ontario, Canada, he was a graduate of Queens University in Kingston, Ontario, and Toronto Medical School. He began is medical career in an Alpena, Mich. hospital, where he interned and served as a resident physician for three years before going into private practice in Ohio. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Amelia M. Dunlop; two daughters, Mrs. Barbara David and Mrs. Margaret Ronkette, and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Jenks Funeral Home, 23 E. 2d St., Mount Vernon.
At Pelham, New York, July 14, 1944, Dr. H. E. Dunlop passed away in his eighty-first year. He was the son of Alex and Jane Fraser Dunlop and one of a family of ten children all of whom were born and spent their early years in and around Orillia. Born in 1864, he received his grammar school and high school education in Orillia and served his apprenticeship in the drug store of the late Herbert Cooke prior to studying pharmacy in Toronto. Later, following in the footsteps of an older brother Dr. J. D. Dunlop, he was graduated in medicine from the University of Toronto. He practiced in Alpena, Michigan; Findley, Ohio; Canton, Missouri and for the past twenty-five years in Brooklyn, New York City. Always intent on keeping abreast of medicine’s advance, he continued to study, and during the past five years of his retirement one seldom found him without some voluminous work in his hand. The study of cancer took much of his time and it was with this plague that he wrestled even past his active years. His opinions and writings have greatly enhanced the store of knowledge on this subject. Dr. Dunlop’s brothers and sisters with the exception of Mrs. Dixon, his twin, still living in Canada, have predeceased him. Best known of these to the older Orillians were Thomas B. Dunlop and Mrs. E. Baker. Surviving are his widow and four children, Newell Fraser Dunlap and Helen of Los Angeles, California, Mrs. Jenkin R. David and Mrs. George Ronkette of Pelham, New York. |
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Obituary from The Alpena News March 2 1921 and funeral announcement from the Alpena News of March 4 1921. DR. J.D. DUNLOP, PHYSICIAN HERE 37 YEARS, DEAD Was Oldest Active Member of Profession in City After an illness extending over the past five months, Dr. James D. Dunlop, one of the most prominent physicians in Michigan, passed away this morning about nine o’clock at his home, 526 West Chisholm street. Mrs. Dunlop and his three daughters being present at the end. By a singular coincidence, Dr. Dunlop’s death occurred exactly 37 years to the date after his coming to Alpena to reside, and at the close of his 65th year of life- years that have been filled with work of value to the community in which he lived and work of value to the medical profession at large. Unsparing of his personal effort, generous to a great degree, hundreds of friends will mourn his death as a personal loss. Dr. Dunlop was born in Orillia, Ontario of sturdy Scotch parentage and was educated in the schools of that town, completing his medical education at Queen’s University, Kingston, Ont. Later, Dr. Dunlop went on to New York where he entered post graduate courses in that university, from which he also graduated. Alpena First Location Alpena was Dr. Dunlop’s first location in beginning the practice of medicine and it has been his only location. Coming to this city in 1884 when the only way in was by stage over a snow-drifted road in March, in company with his brother, the Dunlops opened the first hospital in this section. This was located in what is now the Beck Creamery Company’s block, and was very successful. Lumbering was a its height in those days and accidents followed one another in quick succession, which made the new hospital a haven of refuge for the men of the mills and camps, the nearest hospital previously having been at Bay City. This in connection with a drug store was conducted by the Dunlop brothers for several years, when Dr. Dunlop went into private practice exclusively and the drug store was removed to the Masonic block where it was run under a different firm. TBC Authority In the medical profession, Dr. Dunlop is recognized as an authority on chest diseases, and has contributed many valuable articles to medical literature on the subject in the various medical magazines. In this state, his work was so highly valued that Dr. Dunlop has been a member of the state clinical staff for some time, while in Alpena, his work with the local Anti-Tuberculosis clinic is too well known in the community to need more than passing mention. Only a year ago, Dr. Dunlop spent some time in New York, working with one of the most noted specialists in this work, and also taking special courses in the eye, ear, nose and throat, it being his intention to delve even further in this field of work. One of his great regrets often expressed during his illness was that he would not be permitted to complete work he had outlined for the good of mankind and his profession. At various times, Dr. Dunlop has been called upon for expert testimony in courts of the state, one of the most noteworthy instances being that of testimony given in a local compensation case, the result of which was a radical amendment of the state compensation laws, making the the responsibility of the employer cover a larger field than it had previous to this case. At the time, the case created national comment, and Dr. Dunlop’s expert evidence was carried in full by the leading medical journals. The discovery and exploitations of the liquor cure was another of Dr. Dunlop’s medical achievements, his “cure” having been one of the very first in the field, and also one of the few really successful cures which have withstood the test of time. Man of Letters. Aside from the medical field, Dr. Dunlop was a man of letters and broad culture. Possessed of a rich fund of imagination, and a facile pen, his contributions to literature have been many, the majority of which have been short poems of occasion. The only lengthy work attempted by him was a novel of merit, “The Forest Lily” which was published several years ago and enjoyed a large scale. In addition, Dr. Dunlop possessed a very deep love of music and was always to be found numbered among the patrons of all musical lines of endeavor in the city. Dr. Dunlop was the oldest practising physician in the city with a record of 37 years of continuous residence. He has been active in all affairs pertaining to his profession, and has been president of the Alpena Medical Association. At the time of his death, he was in the employ of the government in expert tuberculosis work among the ex-service men. Ill Five Months His illness dates from September 27, 1920, when he suffered a heart attack in his office. Rallying from this attack, other complications set in, finally demanding an operation on December 1. For some time after this, it was believed that the doctor was on the road to permanent improvement. Unforeseen complications arose , and Dr. Dunlop was taken to Detroit about a month ago for medical consultation, but given no hope, he was brought back to his home four weeks ago today. Since that time, his case has been a story of untold suffering, heroical endurance, and wonderful vitality- delirious at times, followed by periods of exceptional brightness when he was again his cheerful and clever self. Death is ascribed as due to a variety of complications. Surviving are Mrs. Dunlop and her three daughters, Mrs. F.I. Holmes, Mrs. J.S. Jackson of this city, and Mrs. B.A. Towar of Detroit. In addition, three sisters and four brothers survive, Mrs. George Wood, Toronto; Mrs. Bella Wilson, Detroit; Mrs. J. Dixon, Winnipeg, Man.; Dr. W.F. Dunlop and Dr. H.E. Dunlop, New York City; A.F. Dunlop, Seattle, Wash.; and T.B. Dunlop, Orillia, Ont. Mrs. O.W. Bishop of this city is a niece. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock from the family home, 536 West Chisholm street, with Rev. T.W. Maclean officiating.
DR. DUNLOP FUNERAL TODAY Attended by a large number of friends, the funeral services for Dr. J.D. Dunlop were held this afternoon at the family residence on Chisholm street, Rev. T.W. Maclean of Trinity Episcopal church officiated assisted by Rev. H.W. Kulhman of the Methodist Episcopal church and Rev. F.A. Ingraham of the Presbyterian church. A quartet composed of Messrs. Charles Richel, Charles W. McLean, Fred Arnold and Ralph B. Henning sang, and six brother physicians, Drs. W.A. Secrist, Leo F. Secrist, C.M. Williams, A.E. Bonneville, E.E. McKnight, and F.J. McDaniels, acted as pallbearers. Other members of the Alpena Medical Association were present in a body. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery in the family lot. |
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The Weekly Times Orillia, February 27, 1919
Baker- At Orillia, on February 22, Margaret Amelia Dunlop, relict of the late Elijah Baker, in her 69th year. DEATH OF MRS. E. BAKER- Another old resident of Orillia passed away on Saturday, Feb 22, when death claimed Margaret Amelia Dunlop, wife of the late Elijah Baker, in her sixty-ninth year. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Dunlop, and was born in Warminster. About twenty-five years ago she was married to Mr. Elijah Baker, of Orillia. Mrs. Baker’s death is the first break in a family of nine, of which she was the third eldest. Five brothers and three sisters survive, Messrs Thomas Dunlop, Orillia; A.F. Dunlop, Seattle, Wash.; Dr. J.D. Dunlop, Alpena, Mich.; Dr. H.E. Dunlop, and Dr. Wm. F. Dunlop, New York; Mrs. Geo. Wood, Mrs. Alex. Wilson, Boston, and Mrs. Dixon of Winnipeg. Mrs Baker was one whose affectionate nature and many acts of thoughtful kindness endeared her to those priviledged to know her. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon to St. Andrew’s Cemetery, service being conducted by the Rev. Mr. Mackersie. The pallbearers were Messrs. Geo Paine, E.F. Cooke, F.B. Alport, J.B. Henderson, Colin Henderson and James Dunlop. Three brothers, Drs. J.D., H.E., and W.F. Dunlop, attended the funeral. |
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The Orillia Packet and Times, Thursday, August 3, 1933
In the death of Thomas Dunlop, which occurred at his home, Colborne street, on Thursday, July 27, another of Orillia’s older citizens and one whose influence for good has been more than usually strong, passed on. Mr. Dunlop was born in Coldwater more than eighty seven years ago, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Dunlop, and was said to have been the first white baby born there. When only two years of age he was brought to Orillia where practically all of his long life was spent. He was one of the few Fenian Raid veterans who are left and valued highly the medal awarded him for that service. He was even more happy, though, over the medal presented to him by the Salvation Army, in recognition of long service. For forty five years he had been a member of the Salvation Army Corp at Orillia, and acted as its treasurer as long as health permitted. He was one of its most faithful and active members and greatly revered for the strength and earnestness of his faith. Though totally blind and confined to his bed, Mr. Dunlop continued to find a wealth of happiness in life, and in the friends who found pleasure and inspiration in an hour spent with him. Though confined to bed, Mr. Dunlop had not been critically ill, and his death came suddenly and quite unexpectedly. The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon. A short service was held at the home, followed by one at the Salvation Army Citadel. Tribute to the memory of Mr. Dunlop was paid by Adjt. and Mrs. Godden, of Earlscourt, Toronto, who had come up for the funeral. Adjt. Alderman and Major and Mrs. Steele. Led by the Salvation Army band the funeral proceeded to St. Andrew’s cemetery where interment took place, the pallbearers being Messrs. W.S. Frost, J.H. Vick, D.C. Thomson, J.F. Lawson, George Wilson, and Herbert Scott. On Sunday evening a memorial service was held at the Citadel commemorating the life and service of Mr. Dunlop. Mr. Dunlop had been married three times, to Miss Mary Blain, Mrs. Caroline McLennan, and Mrs. L. Lank. He is survived by his widow and five sons and five daughters, Dr. John Dunlop, of Seattle, Washington; Mrs. James Taylor, Mrs. William Oakley, and Mr. T.C. Dunlop, of Toronto; Mrs. H. Hand, Mrs. W. DeLegran, James and Roy Dunlop and Miss Hazel Dunlop, Orillia, and Mr. Alex. Dunlop, New York. There are also 17 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Three brothers are Mr. Alex. F. Dunlop of Seattle, Washington; Dr. H.E. Dunlop, Brooklyn, New York, and Dr. W.F. Dunlop, of New York. Amongst those who attended the funeral service on Saturday afternoon were Mrs. Taylor, Miss Jean Smith, Mr. Herbert Hand, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Dunlop and Mr. T.C. Dunlop, Toronto; Mr. Alex. Dunlop, New York, and Mr. and Mrs. Thos. King, Hydro Glen. |
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At Orillia, on January 21st, Jane Frazer, relict of the late Alexander Dunlop.
The Orillia Packet, January 31, 1890- Mrs. Dunlop was one of our old settlers. Along with her parents she lived where the Asylum stands when Orillia was a small village; and when it had grown larger, along with her husband, the late Mr. A. Dunlop, for some time kept a hotel on Front street; but Mrs. Dunlop, who was quite a superior person, never took to public service. Left a widow many years ago she brought up a large family in respectability. Two of her sons are in the adjoining republic, one a doctor of medicine, the other a doctor of dentistry; one lives in Orillia. Her last illness was tedious and severe, and she was nursed in it by her daughter, Mrs. E. Baker. |
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from the Orillia Times March 31, 1881
"Mr. Alexander Dunlop who died on the 19th inst., was one of the oldest residents of Orillia, having settled here in 1841. He was born on his father's farm 30 miles from Glasgow, Scotland and came to this country when he was 22 years of age. He at one time owned a good deal of property in Orillia, also in Barrie where he put up a large distillery and the principal street in the town was named after him. On his father and the rest of the family coming to this country in 1843 they took up a farm on the Coldwater Road which is still in the family. The deceased was one of the first store keepers in Coldwater, where he carried on quite an extensive trade with the Indians, trappers &etc., who at that time brought their furs, fish and game to trade for provisions and clothing. He built the first road between Orillia and Atherley, also the old Orillia House and Royal Hotels, where he carried on business for a number of years. He leaves a widow, four daughters and five sons to mourn his loss." |
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From The Northern Advance of 14 May 1891
At half past nine on Tuesday morning, Mr. Henry Fraser passed away from this to another life in the 86th year of his life. There was no disease, no pain but simply a calm departure as if in an undisturbed sleep. The deceased, who was perhaps as well known as any man in the County of Simcoe, was born in the city of London, England. He came to America in 1830 and stopped for a time in Geneva, NY. He left the states and came to Canada in 1831, preferring to live under the British flag. His father, Capt. Fraser of the British Army, served during the Revolutionary War and was in a number of battles of that eventful time. For some time the deceased resided at Holland landing and then removed to Orillia, of which town he was one of the earliest settlers. In 1853 he removed to Barrie where since that time he has almost constantly resided. In politics Mr. Fraser was a conservative and for many years took a deep interest in public affairs. He was a charter member of Corinthian Lodge, AFand AM. He leaves two sons and three daughters: Alexander who resides in Orillia, William in British Columbis, Mrs. Pingle of Toronto, Mrs. White of Sault St. Marie and Mrs Dr. Bridgeland of Bracebridge. The funeral takes place today at 1:30, Masonic honors, his last resting place being Union Cemetery. The Orillia Packet, Frday, May 15, 1891- Barrie Advance- At half-past nine o’clock on Tuesday morning, Mr. Henry Fraser passed away from this to another life in the 86th year of his age. There was no disease, no pain, but simply a calm departure as if to undisturbed sleep. The deceased, who was, perhaps, as well known as any man in the County of Simcoe, was born in the city of London. He came to America in 1830 and stopped for a time in Geneva, State of New York. He left the States and came to Canada in 1831, preferring to live under the British flag, as might have been expected from his unswerving loyalty to his native and his adopted country. His father, Sergt. Fraser, of the British army, served during the Peninsular War and was in a number of the battles of that eventful time. For some time the deceased resided at Holland Landing and then removed to Orillia, of which town he was one of the earliest settlers. In 1853 he removed to Barrie where he has since that time almost continuously resided. In politics Mr. Fraser was a conservative and for many years took a deep interest in public affairs. He was a charter member of Corinthian Lodge, A.F. & A.M. and has been connected with the order ever since, and has filled most of the important officers in the Lodge. He leaves two sons and three daughters:-Alexander, who resides in Orillia; William, in British Columbia; Mrs. Pingle, of Toronto; Mrs. White, Sault Ste. Marie, and Mrs. Bridgeland, of Bracebridge.
Barrie Advance- The funeral of the late W. Bro. Henry Fraser took place on Thursday afternoon from the residence of Mr. Bennett, Mary street. It was largely attended by friends and acquaintenances of the deceased. A large number of Masonsm members of Corinthian and Kerr lodges, attended the funeral. The deceased was a charter member and Past Master of Corinthian Lodge. The craftsmen assembled at the lodge room of the new hall, Owen street, and preceded by the Citizen’s Band playing “The Portugese Hymn”, marched to the house. A portion of the solemn funeral rites of masonry was performed at the house by Worshipful Br. F.J. Brown. The funeral cortege then proceeded up Mary street, the band playing “The Dead March in Saul”. On the way to the cemetery the band also played, “Come Ye Disconsolate” and “ Flee as a Bird.” The service of the Church of England was read at the grave by the Rev. Canon Reiner, Rector of Trinity Church. By special request of the deceased the beautiful ritual of Masonry was continued by the Rev. R.W. Br. Robert King, sr. Then the brethern left him to rest until the mortal body committed to the earth shall be raised to the sublime degree of immortality at the grand lodge assembled at the last day. Returning, the band played, “Ring the Bells of Heaven,” “The Prodigal Child,” “Onward, Christian Soldiers,” “Safe in The Arms of Jesus,” and “The Eden Above.” |
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The death of Mr. James Mitchell of Tossorontio, which occurred on Wednesday, the 8th inst., removes one of the now few remaining residents who lived at West Essa village before Alliston was even a hamlet. Mr. Mitchell, who was in his 90th year, was born in the county of Tyrone, Ireland, and came to this country when a boy of tender years. His parents. Mr. and Mrs. John Mitchell, settled in West Essa and it was here that ?????? what little ?????????????? obtainable in those days and learned to farm. When a young man he followed various pursuits until in the early seventies he settled on the farm in Tossorontio that he married Maria Mellroy of Collingwood township, who predeceased him five years ago. Mr. Mitchell was a Conservative in politics, an enthusiastic Orangeman, an agreeable neighbor and staunch friend. At the Orange celebration in Everett last year he was awarded the prize given to the oldest Orangmen in the parade. His membership in the order covered a period of more than seventy years. During his long life Mr. Mitchell had always enjoyed good health and though he had been failing for the past year it was not till about five weeks before his death that he took to his bed. Hardening of the arteries was the cause of death. Three sons and four daughters survive - John W. Mitchell of Port Arthur, J. Albert, on the homestead, H. E. of Wawanesa, Man., Mrs. J. Morgan of Baxter, Mrs. J. Boyten of Fergus, Mrs. R. Tuer of Alliston and Mrs. Harold Bell of Utopia. One brother and four sisters survive - George Mitchell of Flesherton, Mrs. Model, Mrs. Bemsrose, Mrs. Southgate and Miss Priacilla Mitchell, all of Toronto. The funeral took place on the 10th inst. Service was held at the home by Rev. E. J. Adams, after which interment was made in the Union cemetery, the Orange order having charge of the obsequies.
After an illness extending over two or three years, Mrs. James Mitchell died at her home in Tossorontio on Saturday last at the age of 71 years. This admiable lady, who was ever the soul of good cheer and hospitality, had been a resident of Tossorontio for upwards of forty years. She was a native of Collingwood but on her marriage to Mr. Mitchell she came down to Essa and after a short time spent there moved to Tossorontio where she raised a family and was for many years a great favorite with her neighbors because of her sunny disposition. She was a mother in Israel in her community and ministered to her friends year in and year out during a lifetime. Her death was due to anaemia and for three years she has not been well. A member of the Methodist church all her life she continued to attend the Sunday services as long as she could get out, but was confined to her home for more than a year. She is survived by her husband, three sons and four daughters. The family are J. Wesley Mitchell of Davidson, Sask.; Mrs. W. J. Morgan, Port Arthur, Ont.; Mrs. James Boynten, Fergus; Harold E. Mitchell, Wawanesa, Man.; Mrs. R. Tuer, Alliston, and J. A. Mitchell and Miss Myrtle Mitchell at home. Three brothers and five sisters also survive. The funeral took place yesterday, the remains being held till the members of the family in west could reach here. The service was conducted by Rev. Dr. Harper and interment made in the Union Cemetery. |
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Monck, At Orillia on the 9th Charles Stanley Monck, late in Her Majesty's 44th Reg't of Foot, aged 87 Orillia Packet, April 16, 1880 CHARLES STANLEY MONCK, whose death we chronicled last week, was the son of the Rev. Thomas Stanley Monck, Rector of Clonergan, in the Diocese of Waterford, and nephew to the first Viscount Monck, and also to Sir Cornwallis Mande, first Viscount Hawarden. He was born Nov. 10th 1793, and married Jane, daughter of Thomas Moore, Esq., of Brumglass House. They had three sons and five daughters, of whom three are dead. Mr. Monck was Lieutenant in the 44th Regiment in the Peninsular war. He was at the capture of Washington, and the Battle of Bladensburg, in 1814. He was Lieut-Colonel of the North Simcoe Militia, and for many years Magistrate and Commissioner of the Court of Requests in this County. When Lord Monck was our Governor-General he acknowledged the relationship and wrote to his cousins, inviting them to visit him at Ottawa. In him we lose the last of the half-pay officers who were among the first settlers in this Township and in Oro, and he was the very last of the Peninsular pensioners of the 44th. |
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Captain William Wood Obituary Orillia Packet April 25, 1879
Captain Wm. Wood, son of Major- General Wood, was born in the Isle of Man,
in the year 1791, his grandfather being first Lieutenant of the Island under
the Crown. His father being appointed to take charge of the Midland
District, with head-quarters at Hereford, he accompanied him and received
his education at the collage school there, under Dr. Picart.
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Mrs. Wood sr., Ardtrea Orillia Times Oct 24. 1895 Ardtrea, Oct 21st.
Last Wednesday night Mrs. Wood sr., wife of the late Captain Wood after much suffering passed away to "where the wicked cease from troubling, and the weary are at rest." We feel it unnecessary to dwell on Mrs. Wood's many good qualities, qualities which endeared her to all who met her, for she was too well and kindly known. Possessed of a remarkable vitality, she passed the age of 92 and up to the time of her death was noted for a remarkably retentive memory. Her remains were interred in
the English church cemetery, Orillia, the funeral being largely attended.
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George Caldwell
One by one the early settlers of this county, North of Barrie, have passed away and on Friday last we laid to rest George Caldwell, who died on the 17th at the residence of his son, Joseph. The deceased was born in Yorkshire, England, in the year 1801, where he lived until 1831 when with his young family he came to this county enduring, as they did, all the hardships incident to a journey at that time.
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Death of James Russell N.B. - The spelling is as it was (even Russel without the 2nd "L"), I only added the "Montana" in italics, so anyone researching would not be misled, as I was.
The death of James Russel, on Wednesday of last week, removed one of the striking and familiar figures of the Township of Nottawasaga, and one who was intimately associated with her affairs for half a century. The deceased was a man of handsome appearance, standing six feet high, and generally weighing in the neighborhood of 250 pounds. He was born in Connage in the parish of Petty Inverness, on the 20th of October, 1820, and was one of a large family of eight sons and three sisters, and of the brothers he was the smallest, all the others being over 6 feet. He remained in Scotland until 1849, when he emigrated to Canada, and entered into a successful mercantile business at Barrie. In 1854 he returned to Scotland and married Miss Jane Rose, of Lowrie, Petty Inverness, who survives him; and at once returned to Canada. Almost immediately he started a branch of his business in Duntroon, in which he was very successful for a number of years. Mr. Russell also farmed on an extensive scale with varied success. In municipal politics for some time he took an active part, and was reeve of the township for 10 years, and so successful was his administration of the township’s affairs that he was presented with a handsome gold watch suitably inscribed, as a token of their esteem and appreciation. He was also a school trustee and secretary-treasurer of the Board for over twenty years. When the H. and N. Western Railway was built he was appointed station agent at Duntroon, which office he continued to occupy up to the time of his death.
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Obit of Albert Lawrence Hunt Cooper, born March 20, 1864, 15 Queen Street, Woolwich, Kent, England, died May 26, 1944, Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada; married Christina A.M. Nash, April 13, 1887, Orillia Methodist Church, Orillia, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada.
Note, that although his father, Thomas James COOPER and his uncle, Alfred COOPER were born at "Pennis Farm", Fawkham, Kent, England, the obit was mistaken, and he was not. This obit was in the Orillia Daily Packet and Times, Orillia, Ontario, Canada, but I do not have the date of publication.
Albert Lawrence Cooper One of the first person to live in the Cooper's Falls area died on Friday, May 26, in the Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Orillia. Albert Lawrence Cooper was born on March 20, 1864, at Fawkham, Kent, England, and came to Canada with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cooper in 1864, when he was six weeks old. They landed in Toronto. From there they came to Lake Simcoe and took a boat through Lakes Simcoe and Couchiching to Washago. There they obtained a scow and went down the Severn River to Wasdell's Falls. The remander (sic) of the journey to Cooper's Falls was made overland, and they carried their effects to the homestead where Mr. Thomas Cooper cut out a home for the family in the forest. The barn first erected on the farm was torn down only a few months ago. Mr. Lawrence Cooper purchased this farm from his father and spent the remainder of his days there, with the exception of a few periods in his later life when he visited his children. On April 13, 1887, he married Christina Nash, of Medonte. They had eight children, seven of whom survive. Norman of Sudbury, Lawrence, Oliver and Joseph of Cooper's Falls, Mrs. Joseph Denne, Emma, Cooper's Falls, Mrs. R. LeRoy, Mabel, Port Gibson, N.Y., Mrs. Victor Lamont, Marie, of Orillia, and Mrs. Charles Kett, Elizabeth, of Gravenhurst, who died two years ago. There are 31 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, and one brother, Mr. Fred Cooper, of Cooper's Falls, Mrs. Cooper died seven years ago. Mr. Cooper, after his wife's death, visited his family frequently, but he always made it a point to be home, where his son Joseph managed the farm, at the maple syrup season, as he was expert in making this product. Mr. Cooper was an active member of the Free Methodist church for 50 years. He enjoyed good health and was quite active until six weeks before his death. He took ill suddenly and was taken to the Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia. The funeral was held from the homestead at Cooper's Falls, and the service was held in the Free Methodist church, by the Rev. Mr. Chatson of Orillia, and the Rev. Mr. Sheldon, of Cooper's Falls. The pallbearers were six nephews, John Nash, Ernest Cooper, James Cooper, Leonard Cooper, Ed. Hawke and Charles Hawke. The flowerbearers were his grandsons. The first paper he subscribed for was The Packet, about the time of his marriage in 1887, and he continued to take it up to the time of his death. |
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The Barrie Examiner, Friday, August 20, 1954 (Page 14) OBITUARY
Aged Innisfil Pioneer The older, original pioneers of Innisfil Township are gradually dropping out and it is becoming difficult to secure much information regarding the early activities of those who had the strenuous task of carving out their new homes in Ontario, the new land which called them from across the sea or from across the border. Monday, August 9, 1954 marked the passing of one of the oldest of these in the person of Miss Mary Henrietta Wice, daughter of the late Peter and Margaret Wice, who pioneered over a century ago on Lot 14, concession 11, Innisfil. A brother, George Wice, about the same time, took up another homestead which is now occupied by Mrs. Alvin Wice, just east of the Barrie town limit, facing on Highway11. Miss Wice was born on Aug. 7, 1858 and observered her birthday just two days before her death making her life span just over 96 years. When she was quite young her parents moved to the present home at Stroud and she had remained there until 1916 when she went back to her birthplace, the farm, and remained until 1947 with her brother, the late John Samuel Wice, and then went back to her home in Stoud with a nephew, Wilson Wice. Miss Wice was known to many of her friends as "Aunt Mary" was a great lover of flowers, a devout Chrisitian, always interested in her church and also in the community. She was a faithful member of the Stoud United Church, a life member in the Women's Missionary Society, and was also a charter member of Stroud Women's Institute. The only surviving member of the immediate family is a sister: Mrs. James Collins of Coldwater. The family history goes back back to the early part of the last century when Samuel and Elizabeth Wice, who had settled in Pennsylvania, left there with other United Empire Loyalists for Canada and settled in Markham but later came to Innisfil to the 12th Concession to a farm now occupied by the Booth family, where they lived prior to settling on the 11th. The funeral, on Wednesday, Aug. 11 was from the funeral home of Pethrick-Smith, Barrie, where the service was taken by Rev. William R. Clements, assisted by Rev. Gordon Wanless of Stroud. Many relatives, neighbours and friends were present and there were many floral offerings as an expression of their regret. A number were also present from Toronto, Belleville, Newmarket, Alliston, Drayton, Minesing, Barrie and surrounding district. Pall bearers were Bruce Wice, Edison Wice, Donald Wice, Howard Ferrier, Lloyd Booth & Gordon Nix. Transcribed by: Susan Genereaux |
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[Obituary for Hannah "Sara" Irwin, B: July 19, 1827, Dublin, Kings County, Ireland, Married: Nov. 4, 1845, Died Dec. 23, 1915, Alliston, Simcoe Co., Burial: Alliston Union Cemetery, Parents: John Brierton, Motther: unknown, Hannah "Sara" Brierton was the 2nd wife of Capt. James Henry Irwin]
Mrs. Irwin whose condition had been precarious for some days, succumbed to her illness on Thursday morning last. She had been an invalid for some time and during the last few weeks little hope was entertained that she would get around again. Mrs. Irwin was the wido of the late Capt. James Irwin who died some 17 years ago. They were among the original pioneers of the Essa flats settlement and lived to see that district transformed from a dense forest to an agricultural tract above the average in productivity. Mrs. Irwin was born in Dublin on the 19th of July in 1826 and came to Canada when seven years old in 1833. She spent more than half a century in Essa and came to Alliston in 1901. A family of seven survive, one daughter being deceased. The surviving members are Mrs. Robinson Morris, Winnipeg; W.J. Irwin in British Columbia; J.H. amd George Irwin, Neepawa, Man., Dr. T.C. Irwin, Grand Rapids, Mich., Mrs. Wm. McLean, Clover Hill, and Miss Sarah Irwin, Alliston. The funeral took place on Sunday. After a service conducted at the home by Rev. M.F. Cree the remains were conveyed to the Union Cemetery for interment. The pall bearers were John Hay, Dr. Hill, J.J. Armstrong, W.J. Cunningham and Geo. and Frank Hurst. Transcribed by: Davalea "Davey" Selfridge |
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[Obituary for Gilbert McArthur, b. May 15, 1826 Caledon Twp, Peel Co., Ontario. Died Dec. 4, 1913 Nottawasaga, Simcoe County. Burial: Stayner Cemetery. Parents: Archibald Curry McArthur and Catherine Taylor, both from Islay, Scotland. Gilbert was the wife of Annie Hood, who was born Jun. 4, 1823 Dalhousie Twp. Lanark Co, Ontario. Annie Hood was the daughter of James Hood and Margaret Bisland.]
Another pioneer of Nottawasaga was called away by death on Thursday last, Dec. 4th, in the person of Mr. Gilbert McArthur of Lot 23, Con. 5, at the age of 87 years.
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[Obituary for John E. Hood, born April 10, 1858 West Essa, Simcoe County, Ontario. Married in 1895 to Minnie Appelbe. Died Nov. 30, 1851, buried at Stayner Cemetery, Simcoe County. Parents:Joseph Gemmill Hood and Isabella Jack]
1858 - 1951
On Friday evening, November 30th, 1851, there passed away at his residence, Main St., Stayner, a lifelong resident of the County of Simcoe and a resident of Stayner for over fifty years in the person of John Hood, Barrister of Stayner.
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[Obituary for James McKee Hood, son of John M. Hood and Clara E. McKee, grandson of James Graham Hood and his second wife Catherine McGregor.] 1913 - 1917 On Friday morning, June 29th, at 5:30 o'clock the hearts of Mrs. and Mrs. J. M. Hood, Creemore, were saddened, when their eldest son, James McKee Hood, passed away in the G. ? M. Hospital, Collingwood, after four days' illness with appendicitis. Almost two weeks ago Jamie, with his little sister, Margaret, went to Duntroon with their grandfather, John McKee, for a few weeks' visit on the farm. Mr. and Mrs. Hood went to Duntroon on Sunday, June 24th, to see the children, but shortly after arriving there Mr. Hood received a message to come home owing to the death of Wm. Vetich, Mrs. Hood remaining until the next day in order that she might spend a few hours with the children. When coming home from church with his grandfather and aunt on Sunday the little fellow complained of a slight pain, but said nothing more about it that day. On Monday he lay around and his mother administered home remedies, but nothing serious was thought of until Tuesday afternoon when medical advice was sought. On arriving the doctor found Jamie a very sick boy, and made arrangements to have him removed to the hospital at once. Mr. Hood was then telephoned for, and left for Duntroon with Dr. Smith. The little fellow was taken to the hospital that evening in an auto, and on Wednesday Drs. McKay and Smith operated on him, which was the only chance to save his life. Jamie came through the operation fine, and seemed to be doing as well as could be expected until 5:30 Friday morning, when he suddenly collapsed. He was a bright little fellow of only three years and eleven months, and a great favorite among his playmates. His body was brought to Creemore on the evening train on Friday, and the funeral took place on Monday afternoon. Rev. C. H. MacDonald conducting the services, assisted by Revs. Coulter and Strother. The beautiful floral wreaths placed over the little grave testified to his many friends. The Star joins with the many friends of Mr. and Mrs Hood in extending them sympathy in their bereavement. Those who attended the funeral from a distance were: Dr. and Mrs. Hood, Midland; Mrs Hood and Mr. and Mrs R. Scott, Alliston; Mr. and Miss McDermid, Mrs. McGregor and Mrs. McKee, Collingwood; Dr. and Mrs. McArthur and Dunan and Colin Campbell, Stayner; Rev. and Mrs. Slemin, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Kerr, Mrs. W. Leach, Mrs. W. McGillivray, Mr. and Mrs. D. J. McGregor, Mrs. N. Swalm, Mrs. J. Hewson, Mrs. A. McLean, Miss Ferguson, Alf. Leach, R. Henderson and M. Bell, Duntroon, and Miss Rennie, Nottawa. |
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Obituary for Elizabeth Graham Hood "Eliza" or "Betsy"
Obituary - Mrs. Thomas Jack - Died 1921 At her house on the sixth line of Innisfil, on Sunday morning, March 13, there passed away a character of unusual worth, in the person of Mrs. Elizabeth Jack, widow of the late Thomas Jack. She was one of the earliest pioneers of Innisfil, living for seventy years on the farm where she died. She had gained the love and respect of all who knew her by her many acts of loving kindness and generosity. She had ever been a ministering angel in good deeds, and her love for children was an outstanding feature of her life. She was a member of Lefroy Presbyterian Church since its inception and attended the services held in the woods where the Sixth Line Church now stands. Born in Glasgow Scotland in 1832, she came to Canada in 1844. She was married in 1850 by Rev. Dr Fraser at Bond Head. Her husband, two sons, James and Joseph, and one daughter Jennie predeceased her. Left to mourn their loss are William and Thomas of Lefroy, John W. of Stroud, Robert of Portland, Oregon, and David and Mary at home. She was truly kind and praiseworthy and is mourned by twenty-four grandchildren and twenty-nine great-grandchildren. The funeral which was largely attended was conducted by a former pastor, Rev. L. MacLean of the Bradford, assisted by Rev. W. Johnston. |
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Obituary for Joseph Hood
Obituary - Joseph Hood, Creemore. Following a brief illness from pneumonia, Joseph Hood, octogenarian, and Creemore's oldest businessman, passed away on Sat. Feb. 19th. The late Mr. Hood was born in Essa Township in 1845, son of Jos. G. Hood JP, and late Division Court Clerk in Alliston. The deceased entered the mercantile life of a general merchant at Banda, which at that time (almost 55 years ago) was a promising hamlet. Later he realized the possibilities of Creemore and moved there in 1882. He built a store and later added several smaller shops on his property. He carried on for many years an extensive business and only three months ago sold out to Mr. Somerville, who had spent many years in his employ. As a businessman, Mr. Hood ws very exacting and honest. He had the confidence of a large clientele who patronized his store for years. As a citizen he was ever a useful resident. For years, he was treasurer of the village and likewise for many religious and fraternal organizations. Politically he was a Liberal and in religious matters, he was a Presbyterian. His services in the church and Sunday School were commendable. Mr. Hood will probably be most remembered as a mason and Past Master of the Netetis Lodge. He was an efficient ritualist and in his palmy days was considered unsurpassed in lodge work. In 1902 his business block was destroyed by fire. Not daunted, however, he promptly rebuilt the fine brick corner which will long bear his name. Two years ago he was compelled to give up active work and oweing to physical incapacity did not appear in his store since. During the past summer and early winter he enjoyed good health and his sudden death from pneumonia was a considerable surprise to many friends. His funeral under Masonic auspices was held on Monday 21st inst. Rev. W. Patterson of Stayner conducted the service, which was held in St. Andrew's church. A very large crowd attended to pay a last respect. Many beautiful floral tributes were laid on the casket which was borne to the Creemore Union Cemetery for interment. Near relatives who survive are his 3 brothers, John Hood, Barrister of Stayner, Thomas of Essa Township and Dr. David Hood of Midland and 3 sisters, Isabella Cunninham, Shelburne; Mrs. Elizabeth Price, San Francisco and Mrs. Robert Scott, Alliston. |
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Obituary for Joseph Gemmill Hood b. Jul. 1823 Glasgow, Scotland After an illness of several months, Mr. J. G. Hood passed peacefully away on Monday forenoon at the family residence, Nelson Steet, at the age of 83 years. The late Mr. Hood was a native of Glasgow, Scotland, being a son of the late Dr. Hood. The subject of this sketch being left an orphan by the death of his father and mother in the same week, as a result of cholera, he decided to emigrate to Canada. He arrived at Barrie, than a small hamlet, when seventeen years of age and for a time was employed in a tannery. Some months later he removed to Innisfil and about 1842 he began farming on his own account on the east half of lot 12 concession 2, Essa. About 1860 he removed to lot 11 on the same concession where he remained until his removal to Alliston in 1884, having been appointed clerk of the eighth Division Court in the previous year. The deceased was a lifelong Liberal and in 1883 contested South Simcoe for the Local House, though unsuccessfully, his opponent being a Geo. P. McKay. The late Mr. Hood was a man of sterling honesty and consistent Christian character and was for many years an elder in the Presbyterian church. He is survived by Mrs. Hood, six sons and four daughters. The interment took place in the Union Cemetery on Wednesday afternoon and was very largely attended. |
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OBITUARY: Mrs. Wm. Hannah (Mary Upton) THE ORILLIA NEWS-LETTER, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 1911 OUR OLDEST RESIDENT HAS PASSED In the death of Mrs. Wm. Hannah which occurred last week, Orillia lost its oldest resident, in her 97th year. Mrs. Hannah was a member of the first white family to settle in Orillia, coming with her parents when it was an Indian village in 1830. She was the daughter of the late Thos. Upton and was born in England in 1815. She was maried twice. Her first husband was Thos. Hazelton of Vaughan Township. Three children were born to them and the eldest son survives. In 1848 she was married to Wm. Hannah, of the township of Trafalgar, Halton County. By him she had four sons, all of whom are living. They are: William of Bracebridge; George, of Western Ontario; Thomas, of Hamilton, and Elijah of Orillia. Her second husband died in 1868- forty three years ago. The remains were taken to Nelson, Halton County, and were interred beside those of her husband. |
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Obituary - Alfred Demeline Caldwell CALGARY HERALD (Alberta) COLDWELL, in Calgary Feb 20, 1911 at 124 Ninth Ave., Pleasant Heights, Alfred Coldwell 62 years. The funeral will take place from Shavers Chapel on Wed Feb. 22, at 2:30 p.m. Interment Union Cemetery, Barrie, Ont. papers pleas copy 21-1 His body was returned to Ontario and interred in the Union Cemetery, Barrie, Ontario, 17th June, 1931. There is hand written note at the cemetery in the records, 16th Feb died. |
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Obituary - Alice Alvira (Luck) Caldwell from a Barrie paper - March 1927
CALDWELL - Alice Alvira Luck |
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Obituary - Egbert George Alfred Caldwell St. Thomas, Ontario Newspaper 1932 E.G.A.CALDWELL, HAD A FINE CAREER AS A TEACHER AND CITIZEN, born 24 July 1879, Crown Hill, Ontario
News of the death Monday morning, after an illness of only a few hours of Egbert George Alfred Caldwell, Principal of the Elmdale school, came as a shock to a great host of friends in the city where he has resided for the past twenty-two years. |
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Jane Elphinstone (Caller) Luck's Obituary Barrie Examiner March 20, 1902 CROWN HILL
One by one they are passing away, the pioneers, who saw the landscape clad with virgin forest transforned into the magificent farm lands that lie along the Penetangueshene Road. Another joined the silent majority on the 7th inst. in the person of Mrs. Jane Elphinstone, relic of the late Edward Luck. Death was due to old age, she being in her 88th year. |
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Obit - George Ball From the Barrie Examiner 1924
George Ball, one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of Barrie, and one who in his long career contributed much to the progress of the town, went to his long rest this morning, Aug. 28, 1924, at the great age of ninety-one years and three months.
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FUNERAL OF THE LATE MR JAS. A . JOHNSON
The Fifth of November will be a memorable day in Barrie, not so much as its' being a Red Letter day in the annals of Orangesim; the proceedings of which body we have in another place marked, but as a day on which was witnessed one of the largest funerals ever seen in this part of Canada--we allude to that of the late Mr. Johnson. |
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[James Hood b Sep. 1, 1848 West Essa, Simcoe Co, Ontario. d. May 11, 1924. James was the son of Joseph Gemmill Hood and Isabella Jack.]
There passed away very suddenly on Sunday afternoon, May 11th, in his 77th year, James Hood, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. C. Kidd, lot 15, con 7, Flos. Although his death came suddenly at the last, Mr. Hood had been ailing for some time. The funeral service was held at his home on Wednesday, 14th, the service being conducted by Rev. R. M. Hanna, Elmvale. His remains were laid to rest in the Elmvale Cemetery beside his wife, who predeceased him a year ago last January. Mr. Hood was born in Essa near Alliston and came to Sunnidale 53 years ago, where he remained until a few years ago when he went to live with his daughter, Mrs. Kidd.
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(The next obit is for James Hood's wife, Margaret Turnbull. The obit is titled "Death of Mrs. Joseph Hood" but should actually be James Hood, so I am going to retitle the obit.)
At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Chas. Kidd, Crossland, a very sad accident occurred on Sunday evening, Jan. 7, which resulted in the death of Mrs. James Hood. It appears that Mrs. Hood in going upstairs slipped and fell, cutting her head and fracturing her shoulder. Doctors were called in and all that could be done was of no avail. She passed away on Saturday, Jan. 13. The deceased was born in Scotland, coming to Canada when quite a young girl and settling in Essa. After her marriage they came to live on their farm on con. 10, Sunnidale, where they fought bravely and fearlessly life's battles side by side until they retired from farming twelve years ago. Besides her husband, there are left to mourn one daughter, Mrs. Chas. Kidd, Crossland; and three sons, Will of Lang, Sask.; Jos. of Victoria, B.C.; and John on the homestead at Sunnidale Corners. The funeral took place on Wednesday, Jan. 17, to the Elmvale Cemetery. The sympathy of the community is extended to the husband and family. [I don't have birth and death years to include here.] |
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After two years of failing health, Mr. John Hood passed away at the residence of his daughter in Stayner on May 20th in his 83rd year. He was the youngest son of the late James Hood and Margaret Turnbull. As a young man he spent a few years homesteading in Saskatchewan, but later returned to the farm home on the tenth concession of Sunnidale where he farmed until his retirement in 1961. A Masonic service was held on Sunday, May 22. The funeral service was held from Mather's Funeral Home May 23, conducted by the Rev. E.R. Sparks of the United Missionary Church, Wasaga Beach. The many floral tributes and donations to the Cancer Fund attest to the high esteem in which Mr. Hood was held. Friends and relatives attended from Beeton, Alliston, Barrie, Rob Roy, Bolton, Orillis, Wawa and Detroit. Surviving are his wife, the former Ella Watson, three daughters, Adeline (Mrs. Leonard Verner) of Bolton, Clara of Stayner, Floreen (Mrs. Mervyn Hawton) of Rob Roy, five grandchildren and his only sister, Mrs. Margaret Kidd. His two older brothers, Joseph and William, predeceased him some years ago. The following pallbearers were Sunnidale neighbors: Edgar Carruthers, Edward Spicher, Everett Lougheed, Ted Weel, Melville Sage and Harold Woods. [I don't have any birth of death years for this obit either.] |
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The Collingwood Bulletin March, 1931 Wm. Campbell
A lifelong resident of this district passed away at Duntroon on Thursday, March 3rd, in the person of William Campbell, who died at the advanced age of eighty nine years. The funeral was held on Monday, Mar. 7th from St. Paul’s Church, Duntroon, with Rev. Birnie in charge of the service, assisted by Revs. MacMillan, Hunt and Swalm. Burial took place in Collingwood Cemetery with the pallbearers being Messrs. P. McFadgen, D. Carmichael and J. A. Kelly of Duntroon, A. Watson of Stayner and Dr. Mitchell and Robt. McQuaid of Collingwood. The honorary pallbearers were Messrs. N. McEachern, John Sullivan, H. Carmichael, D. Sampson, W. A. Clark, and A. Staples.
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The Collingwood Bulletin June 25, 1914 Obituary of John Blackstock
On Wednesday, June 17th, John Blackstock, one of the early settlers of Nottawasaga, passed to his rest at the age of three score and ten. He lived the greater part of his life on the Tenth Line not far from Duntroon. About fifty years ago, he was married to Martha Pringle, who resided near Toronto, and who still lives to mourn his loss. Their family consisted of three sons and one daughter. Of the boys, two died while they were only infants, the remaining son, John, is married and lives in West Toronto. Their only daughter, Mrs. Hugh McKenny, also resides there.
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The Collingwood Bulletin January 8, 1914 Death of Duncan Blackstock
A native-born of the township of Nottawasaga, Duncan Blackstock, died in Collingwood on Saturday morning about nine o’clock. Mr. Blackstock was born on lot 24, concession 11, of the township, and spent the greatest part of his life within its borders; indeed, during all of his sixty-five years he never lived more than a score of miles from his birthplace. About twenty-five years ago he moved to Collingwood Township and resided on the Sixth Line for six years, when he moved to Kirkville where he lived for fourteen years, coming into Collingwood town three years ago. While at Kirkville he engaged in dairying and in connection with this purchased a property near Smart Bros., which is now conducted by his sons.
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The Collingwood Bulletin September 25, 1913 A Fatal Explosion Death of Edward Blackstock On Tuesday afternoon a fatal explosion occurred on the Blackstock farm. Here Mr. Edward and Mr. Neil Blackstock lived with a little boy. A little over three years ago, Mr. Edward Blackstock lost his wife, who left the little fellow who was running about the scene of the disaster at the fatal moment, little conscious of the awful results of the explosion. The Blackstock Bros. owned a steam boiler and engine such as is usually employed to drive a threshing machine. Mr. George Schell’s two sons William and Fred had come over to look over the boiler with the idea of purchasing it. Mr. Edward Blackstock who had always managed the machine started a fire and had raised the steam to 80 pounds. While they were standing about examining the boiler, Fred Schell noticed the steam issuing out at a seam on the under side. He cried out “Look out” but before the words were out of his mouth the boiler blew up with a terrible report. An examination of the wreck showed that the boiler had literally torn apart across the middle. The front end of it with all flues was thrown over to the barn, a distance of about 45 feet. On its way it encountered the strong limb of an old apple tree which it tore clean off. Mr. Edward Blackstock who was standing behind the boiler was struck by some part of it as it was hurled by. When picked up by the Schell brothers he was still living, but never regained consciousness, though he seemed to survive somewhat when stimulants were administered by Dr. McKay who was on the scene a very few minutes after the accident occurred. The doctor was of the opinion that he died of shock and internal injuries. Neil Blackstock was severely cut about the head and sustained other injuries, but soon regained consciousness and was taken to the hospital in the ambulance. He is expected to recover though he received some severe scalp wounds. Wonderful to relate the Schell boys, William and Fred were not seriously hurt. One other received a cut in the breast and on the face. Mr. and Mrs. Blackstock, father of the deceased man reside on Sixth Street. They are both in very delicate health and the terrible news was almost more than they could bear. The sympathy of the whole community goes out to the orphan child and the bereaved parents and brothers and sisters. |
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The Collingwood Bulletin September 23, 1898 DUNTROON We regret this week to have to chronicle the death of Mr. David Campbell of the Tenth Line. He had been poorly for some time, but was not confined to his room till within about ten days of his death which occurred on Sunday last, the 18th. Mr. Campbell was a life long resident of Nottawasaga. He came from Paisley, Scotland, to the township with his parents in 1842 when only five years of age. His father commonly known as “Paisley Campbell” settled on the Tenth Line and his son David when he grew up occupied lot 22 on the opposite side of the concession. Here he spent the remainder of his days. Mr. Campbell was twice married, first to Miss Isabella Blackstock, who died in 1877. Her children were five sons and two daughters, John who is now in the Klondike, David who lives on the homestead, William and Robert who are engaged in farming in Bay Mills, Mich., and Donald who manages a farm at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., for the Mayor of the city; and Mrs. E. Chamberlain of this town and Miss Belle who lives at home. His second wife was Miss Hollingshead of Osprey, who also died before him. Her children are two boys, Arthur and Alfred and two girls, Lizzie and Agnes, all young and living at home. At the time of his death he was sixty-one years of age. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Duntroon and was highly respected and esteemed by the entire community. The funeral which was attended by the Sons of Scotland from Stuart and Duntroon Camps, took place on Tuesday afternoon. There was a very large gathering of friends and neighbours from far and near. His sons Donald, Robert and William were home attending the funeral. |
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Obit of Archibald Thomson
The Weekly Times, Orillia dated March 27, 1913 reported:
Forest Home "Just at the close of his 85th year we notice the passing of Archibald Thomson, of Eldora. Mr. Thomson settled in South Orillia in the early fifties and was a staunch Reformer, an old time Presbyterian, and always to the point in matters municipal. For many years as Councillor and Reeve of Orillia and Matchedash he discharged his duties with an earnest integrity and energy, until finally he was chosen as farm manager of the Orillia Asylum farm, which office he held till his resignation a few years ago. He married Jane, the eldest daughter of the late John Allan, who with a family of twelve sons and daughters, remain, besides his two brothers, George and William, Mrs. Thomson, of Netherby and Mrs. D. Walker, of Creighton. "My brother! Oh the worth the glory and the loveliness, have passed away from earth" "Friend after friend departs. Who has not lost a friend?" and we bid a last adieu to a long and well known pioneer comrade." "THE LATE ARCHIBALD THOMSON Another Orillia Township Pioneer Passes Away Mr. Archibald Thomson, who died at the family residence, near Ardtrea, on Wednesday, March 19, was born at Dumfries Parish of Westerkirk, Scotland, on April 8, 1828. He came to Canada with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Thomson, in June 1857, and settled in Scarboro. In the fall of the same year they moved to South Orillia where Mr. Thomson lived for fifteen years, and took to wife, Jane Allan, eldest daughter of the late John Allan. In 1874 the deceased moved to Dourie Point, South Orillia, where he remained until ten years later, when he was appointed Superintendent of the Asylum farm. After holding this position for twenty one years and doing honor both to himself and his calling, he resigned in 1906 and moved on to the lake shore farm in North Orillia, where he resided until his death. The late Mr. Thomson was very active in township affairs and was a member of Orillia Township Council for twenty-two years. He was first elected as Councilor in 1871 and held the office until the end of 1875. For three years immediately following he was the successful candidate for Deputy Reeve and then was elected Reeve in 1879. Until 1891 he held the Reeve-ship without a break, After being out for one year he was again elected Reeve for the last time in 1893. Deceased is survived by his wife, six sons and six daughters. They are Simon Grey, of Sudbury; David E,. William James, and George Grant of Ardtrea; Archibald, Robert and John Allan at home; Mrs. John S. Ross and Miss Mowat Thomson, of Orillia; Mrs. Wm. S. Millichamp, of South Orillia; Misses Jean E., Jennette and Mae at home. The funeral was held to St Andrew's Cemetery, Orillia, on Saturday afternoon. Rev. F. W. Anderson, minister Orillia Presbyterian church, conducted the service both at the house and the grave." |
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OBITUARY; From the Elmvale Lance dated June 07, 1934 : CHARLES EARNEST COPELAND : When the late Charles Earnest Copeland passed away on Saturday afternoon, June 02, at his residence here, Elmvale lost one of her most prominent and most widely known citizens. The late Mr. Copeland had been ill for the past year and a half, the last five months being confined to his bed with heart trouble.
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