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Note:  Spellings are as they appear in the originals.  This includes the use of the letter “f” in place of the letter “s” in earlier notices. (e.g. “Mifs” = “Miss”  or  “fifter” = “sister”)

 

Date

Information

Date/Source

Babcock,

Ruth Kerr

(nee Wright)

 

Babcock, Ruth Kerr - Suddenly at Lennox and Addington County General Hospital on Sunday, July 30, 2000, Ruth Kerr Wright, in her 95th year. Wife of the late Harry L. Babcock (Ret. Lt. Col. Canadian Armed Forces) Beloved mother of Harold, Niagara-On-the-Lake; Richard (Martha), R.R. 1 Bath; Neil, Penticton, B.C. Loving grandmother of Stacey Babcock, Laurie Garrison (Rick) and Greg (Julie). Great grandmother of Brent & Jeff Garrison. At Ruth's request, a graveside service will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Cemetery, Sandhurst, on Tuesday August 1 at 2 p.m. Memorial donations to Lenadco Home or the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 137 Harry L. Babcock Branch may be made through the Wannamaker-Tierney Funeral Home, Napanee 354-3341.

2000

From the Wright Scrapbooks

Babcock,

Harry LeRoy

BABCOCK, Harry LeRoy - At Kingston General Hospital on Sunday, July 20, 1980, Harry L. Babcock (retired Lt. Col. Canadian Armed Forces), beloved husband of Ruth Wright, dear father of Harold, Toronto; Richard, R. R. 1 Bath; Neil, Stella; dear grandfather of Stacey, Laurie and Greg, brother of Mrs. Harold Cameron (Ruth), Orangeville; predeceased by Dr. A. AB. Babcock and Dr. F. H. Babcock. Resting at the Tierney Funeral Home, Napanee. Funeral Service in the Church of St. Mary Magdalene; Napanee; on Wednesday, July 23 at 11 a.m. Canon John Hart officiating. Interment in St. Paul's Cemetery, Sandhurst. Donations to the Cancer Society in lieu of flowers would be appreciated by the family. Friends will be received Monday 7-9 and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Legion Service in the Funeral Home Tuesday at 7:15 p.m.

1980

From the Scrapbooks of

J. Wright

Babcock,

Wellesley

BABCOCK – At Spokane Washington on Wednesday, Nov. 29th, 1911, Wellesley Babcock, son of Reuben Babcock, Sr., Napanee.

1911

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Badham,

Christopher Hartley

and

Jane Lavina

(nee Hazard)

 

BADHAM - Jane Lavina, in hospital Arnprior, on Tuesday, Aug 11 1970, aged 85, wife of Hartley, and, Badham, Christopher Hartley, in hospital, Ottawa, on Wednesday, Aug. 12 1970, aged 85 years, husband of Jane Lavina Hazard, Mr. and Mrs. C. Hartley Badham, of Fitzroy Harbour;  mother and father of Marion, foster mother and father of Muriel.  Resting at the Boyce funeral Home, Arnprior, where friends may call until 10 p.m. Friday night.  The remains will then rest in state at St. George’s Anglican Church, Fitzroy Harbour, where service will be held on Saturday morning at 11 a.m.  Interment St. George’s Anglican Cemetery, Fitzroy Harbour.

 

1970

From the

Duffett

Scrapbooks

Badham,

Lavina

 

Mrs. L. Badham Dies in Ottawa at 93 - The death occurred this morning of Mrs. Lavina Badham, former well-known resident of Fitzroy, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. O. Wilson, 134 Gloucester street, Ottawa, at the age of 93.  The former Lavina Miller, she was born in Fitzroy Township, and was the last member of a family of eight.  She married Charles Badham, of Fitzroy, who predeceased her 36 years ago.  A devout member of the Church of England, she leaves two sons, William, of Maxton, Sask, and Hartley, of Fitzroy;  one daughter, Mrs. E. O. Wilson, with whom she had been living;  nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.  The body is resting at the residence of her son, Hartley, 12th Line, Fitzroy.  Funeral service will be held in St. John’s Church, Quyon, Que., on Saturday afternoon at two o’clock.  Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.

 

From the

Duffett

Scrapbooks

Bailey,

Elizabeth

Wonnacott

Entered into rest at the family residence, 914 Princess Street, July 27th, 1920, Elizabeth Wonnacott, beloved wife of F. R. Bailey.

1920

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Baker,

Alice Wilhelmina

BAKER - At Camden East, 13th Sept., Alice Wilhelmina, infant daughter of Mr. Lewis Baker, aged 4 months and 18 days.

1900

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Baker,

Eliza Ann

   * see Lochhead, Eliza Ann *

 

Baker,

Amos Henry

 

Baker – In Picton, on Wednesday, Sept 29 1909, Amos H. Baker, aged 44 years.

 

The Late Amos Baker -  The death occurred on Wednesday, Sept 29, at his home on the corner of Bridge and Eyre streets, Picton, of Amos Henry Baker.  Forty-four years ago Mr. Baker was born in Deseronto.  His father was the late Richard H. Baker, a well known grain dealer of Deseronto and his mother was a sister of Amos Richardson, M.P.P., of Deseronto and James Richardson, turnkey of the Picton gaol.  Mr. Baker was the only child.  He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Amelia Walmsley, daughter of the late William Walmsley of Picton, and an only child,   Miss Marguerite, a student at Toronto University.  Mr. Baker came to Picton twenty-five or twenty-six years ago.  He came here in the employ of the Rathbun Co. and was book keeper under their agent, Mr. Jacob Johnson, at Lake’s wharf.  After some years he severed his connections with Rathbuns and took a position as book keeper with Mr. A. W. Hepburn.  He was with Hepburns until about seventeen years ago when he purchased the livery business of Mr. L. T. Vonce.  Some fifteen years ago he went into partnership with Mr. George Sexsmith in the grain brokerage business.  The firm was engaged extensively in buying for Richardsons of Kingston.  Besides the grain business, Mr. Baker was extensively interested during this time in many private enterprises of a more or less speculative nature.  He was also agent for the Lake Ontario and Bay of Quinte Navigation Co. in Picton for many years.  When the Homestead Canning factory was started some three or four years ago by the Richardsons, Mr. Baker was made manager and this position he held till the time of his death  The funeral will take place on Friday.  Interment in Glenwood cemetery.

 

1909

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Baker,

Beatrice Pearl

 

In Picton, March 22, Beatrice Pearl Baker, aged thirty-six years.

 

Daily British Whig, Kingston

Mar 29, 1920

Baker,

Godfrey Phipps

Died – On the 16th instant, Godfrey Phipps baker, aged 59 years.  The funeral will leave his late residence, Woodrooffe, Richmond Road, on Tuesday next 21st instant, at 2 p.m., for Christ Church and from thence to Beechwood Cemetery.  Friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend. 

Ca 1882

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Baker,

Henry A.

 

Killed in Action - LIEUT. HENRY A. BAKER,  Son of Mr. Robert Baker, who was killed in action on November 6th, 1917.

 

1917

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Baker,

Herbert S.

 

CAPTAIN HERBERT S. BAKER.

Our townsman, Mr. Robt. H. baker, received a telegram on Monday evening, announcing the sad news of the death of his son, Captain Herbert S. Baker, who was killed in action in Mesopotamia on the 5th inst.  the late Captain Baker, who was with the Royal Engineers, Imperial Army, was wounded last august at the Dardanelles.  At that time he was a Lieutenant, but won his Captain’s stripes later.  Herbert’s many friends in Napanee and vicinity will be sorry to learn of his death, and the sympathy of all is extended to his father, brother and sisters in their bereavement.

 

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Baker,

Jane

 

At Bath, Tuesday morning, after a lingering illness, Mrs. Jane Baker, wife of Dr. Baker of that place.

Oct 30, 1830

Kingston Chronicle

Baker,

Michael

 

Almost a Centenarian.  Michael Baker, who died at his residence, near Newboro, last Saturday, at the remarkable age of ninety-six, was one of the pioneers of that settlement. He first settled on fifty acres of land near Singleton’s corners, and remained a tiller of the soil up to his death.  On this fifty acres of land he raised a large family of sons and daughters, all well to do.  At the time of his death, he was living near Newboro.  He was known by all to be an industrious man.  Wesley Baker, of G. W. Baker & Co., Brockville, is his eldest son, and has been very successful in business.  Wm. Baker, another son, still lives on the fifty acres his father first settled on.

 

The Daily

British Whig

Feb 8 1893

Baker,

Mrs. W.S.

(nee Sexsmith)

 

MRS. W.S. BAKER -

NEWBURG, Sept. 26 - This district mourns the loss of a well-known and highly respected resident in the person of Mrs. W. S. Baker, whose death took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Clancy.  Although she had not been in the best of health for some months, her passing was very sudden.

She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Sexsmith of Wesley and by her kindly disposition won the esteem of a wide circle of friends.  Practically all her life she had been a faithful member of the Wesley United Church and was particularly interested in the work of the women’s Missionary Society and the Ladies Aid Society.

During the few years she resided in Newburg, she attended the local church.  She had intended coming to Newburg in the near future to spend the winter at her home.  Just two weeks ago she was in the village and opened her home.  She leaves to mourn her loss five sisters, Mrs. Wesley McGill of Newburg, Mrs. Eliza Fitzgerald of Flint, Mich., Mrs. Robert McGill of Centreville, Mrs. Martha Detlor of Arden and Mrs. Robert Nugent of Wesley;  also a brother Edward Sexsmith of Wesley.  There are also several nephews and nieces.

The funeral service was held at the Wesley United Church and was in charge of Rev. E. F. Swayne.  The large attendance and the beautiful floral tributes evidenced the esteem in which she was held.  Interment was made in the family plot, Camden V. Cemetery.  The pall-bearers were six nephews, Harold Nugent, S. E. Winter, Roy McGill, George McGill, Henry Eves and James Alexander.

During the service Mr. and Mrs. Ward Wartman sang, “The Old Rugged Cross.”  A sister, Mrs. Fitzgerald of Flint, was not able to attend the funeral.  About a month ago she had the pleasure of visiting with Mrs. Baker.

 

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Baker,

Whitford S.

 

Whitford S. Baker - One hundred and twenty-five years ago, Peter Baker, the grandfather of Whitford S. Baker moved into Camden and settled on the farm recently vacated by the deceased in the 5th Con. of Camden.  After the grandfather’s death, the eldest son, Jacob M. Baker, with his wife, nee Mahala Ann Collier, continued  on the farm.  Here also after his father, W. S. Baker lived until, in the fall of 1926, owing to ill health, he sold the farm and moved into the village of Newburgh.  In 1902, he married Louise Sexsmith, daughter of William Sexsmith of the same neighbourhood.  In early youth, Mr. Baker united with the Methodist Church at Wesley and continued a member of the same and the United Church until his death.  All his life, Mr. Baker maintained the Family Altar in his home.  After moving to Newburgh he seemed to improve considerably in healthy, so that his friends hoped that by resting from the strenuous life of active farming he might be spared to live many years.  However, the will of the Lord was not so, for very suddenly after only a brief illness he was not for God took him  on Nov 27th 1927.  The funeral service was held in the U. C., Newburgh on Tuesday, Nov. 29th, conducted by his Pastor, Rev. T. H. P. Anderson.  A very large gathering of his former friends and neighbours was present.  Interment was in the family plot in the cemetery at Camden V., where with the only two children born to him, await the Resurrection morning.  There are left to mourn, his widow, one brother, A. C. Baker of Napanee, and one sister, Mrs. R. B. Price of Camden.  A quiet unassuming man, industrious and a good neighbour, a faithful member of the Church of God, his presence will be missed, but his life and memory will continue a benediction to all who knew him intimately.

 

1927

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Ballance,

Alice E.

 

BALLANCE - At her daughter’s residence, Kipling, Sask., on Monday, Nov 20th, 1922,  Alice E., Beloved wife of the late Leslie Ballance, Strathcona, aged 62 years.  Interment in the family plot, Newburgh.

 

1922

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Ballance,

Elizabeth

(nee Loyst)

 

MRS. WILLIAM BALLANCE  -  On Thursday, Oct. 14th, 1915, there passed to the great beyond Elizabeth Loyst, dearly beloved wife of Wm. Ballance, Selby.  Although in the prime of life her strength had been failing for many years, and added to that, for five years was the great affliction of blindness, but in spite of her bodily weakness and blindness, Mrs. Balance was always most cheerful and was never heard to murmur.  Those who came within the influence of her life could not help but be benefited by her patient Christian spirit.  While apparently so weak her wonderful energy kept her up, and she was able to attend St. John’s Church, where her presence was always an inspiration for good, five weeks before her death.  Having spent the greater part of her life in this vicinity, there are hosts of friends who extend to the bereaved family sincerest sympathy.  There are left to mourn such a devoted wife and mother her husband, three sons and two daughters, Frank, Clarence and Esse at home, and Mrs. Fred Knapp and Stanley, of Napanee.  The funeral service was held in St. John’s church where for many years, Mrs. Ballance had been so faithful a member and regular communicant, on Saturday 16th October, after which the remains were laid to rest in the family pot, Selby.  The floral offerings from family and friends were most beautiful.

 

1915

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Ballance,

Mrs. Robert

(nee Newman)

 

 

BALLANCE - In Deseronto, April 13, Mrs. Robert Ballance, sister of Mr. Fred Newman, Picton.

 

OBITUARY - MRS. ROBERT BALLANCE

Mrs. Balance, a resident of Deseronto for about three years, passed away at her home on Monday, April 13th.  Mrs. Balance, who had not enjoyed good health for some considerable time, had, however, been confined to her bed but for a short time.

Born at Colebrooke, her maiden name was Newman.  She received her education from Newburgh Academy after which she taught school for some time.  In the year 1885 she was married to Mr. Robert Ballance, who predeceased her nine years ago.  All of their married life was spent in or near Selby.

Surviving are her four daughters, Misses Florence and Vera, former teachers at Cherry Valley and Picton who lived with their mother, Mrs. Aylsworth, of Madoc, and Mrs. W. H. Smith, of Schenectady, N.Y.; all of whom were with her at the time of her death.  Four sisters also survive, Mrs. Loan, Mrs. Sawyer and Miss Augusta Newman, all of 512 Hamlin St., Watertown, N.Y.;  and Mrs. Jas. McCormick, of Switzerville.  One brother, Mr. Fred Newman, of Picton, is also living.

Mrs. Ballance had made many warm friends and was loved by all who knew her.  Though she suffered much at times, she never allowed her physical condition to disturb her bright wit or to cast a shadow over her cheery face.  Always it was a pleasure to visit this charming lady and the place now left vacant by her death will be felt, not only by her immediate family, who have the sympathy of the community at this time, but by all who were privileged to know her.

 

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Ballance,

Robert

 

BALLANCE - At Selby, on Thursday, August 17th, 1922, Robert Ballance, aged 66 years and 6 months.

 

1922

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Bannister,

Maggie

BANNISTER - At Bloomfield, March 18, Maggie Bannister, aged sixty-five years.

Daily British Whig, Kingston

Mar 29, 1920

Barage,

Catharine

   * see Spencer, Catharine*

 

Barbary,

Jane Ann

(nee Rikely)

 

JANE ANN RIKELY - wife of the late Richard Barbary, of Sydney township, died at the residence of her sister-in-law, Mrs. M. Rikely, Hayburn, on the 7th  of Feb. Deceased was a quiet Christian woman, much respected by all who knew her and had reached the ripe old age of 82 years.

 

1905

From the Hough Scrapbooks.

Barber,

William

   *  see Article - 1818 Ernestown Drowning

 

Barbour,

Eva A.

In this city, Dec 5, Eva A. wife of Edward F. Barbour, aged 34 years, 6 months, 27 days.

1922

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Barker,

Abraham

 

DIED - At his residence in the village of Hallowell, on the 1st instant, Abraham Barker, in the 48th year of his age.  Mr. Barker was one of the first founders of the said village, by his industry and perseverance he had acquired a handsome and valuable property, and in his death his family (consisting of a wife and five children) have to deplore the loss of a kind and affectionate husband and parent.

 

Mar 14 1829

Kingston

Chronicle

Barker,

Laura Ethel

(nee Loney)

 

Mrs. George A. Barker Dead.  Sad indeed was the taking away of Laura Ethel Loney, wife of George A. Barker, Picton.  Mrs. Barker died at the home of her brother, William Loney, South Marysburgh.  She had gone to the home of her brother to be with the family in their bereavement, a little daughter having been claimed by death, the result of pneumonia.  Mrs. Barker was taken with the disease and in a week’s time was also called.  Mrs. Barker was a daughter of John Loney.

 

Daily British Whig, Kingston

Mar 29, 1920

Barnhardt,

George

 

GEORGE BARNHARDT -

Deseronto - canon J. V. Temple, chaplain to the Tyendinaga Mohawk Indian Reserve near her, officiated at the funeral of all Saints Anglican Church on the Reserve of George Barnhardt, 78, Shannonville.  Mr. Barnhardt, who was born on the Reserve, died at the home of his brother-in-law, Mark J. Hill, after a lengthy illness.  He leaves his wife, the former Elizabeth Hill, and a son, Percy Arthur Barnhardt, and two brothers, Charles, in Pennsylvania, and Hiram, of Deseronto.  Pall bearers were Mark Maracle, Randall Brant, Robert Hill, Max Hill and John Barnhardt.

 

Napanee

Beaver

Aug 5 1964

Barnhardt,

Peter

 

MR. PETER BARNHARDT - A kindly old gentleman, a resident of Hay Bay, passed to his reward, Monday, April 2d, after a well spent life of over eighty years. Deceased was born and spent all his life on the farm on which he died, it being the old Barnhardt homestead. Mr. Barnhardt was quiet in disposition, genial in temperament, wise in judgment and of sterling honesty. He was a kind, indulgent husband and father, and leaves behind him five children, four girls and one son, all of whom are grown up. His wife predeceased him four years ago. His children are: Mrs. J. E. Carscallen, Tamworth, Miss Leah, of Toronto, Miss Laura, now of Tamworth, Miss Lillian and Martin at home. He was an adherent of the Methodist church. He was a great sufferer during his brief illness, but bore it with great patience. The funeral services were conducted at the house on Wednesday, April 4, by his pastor, Rev. Down. A large number of sorrowing friends followed his remains to the Eastern Cemetery vault. He well be much missed, but our loss is his gain.

 

1906

From the Hough Scrapbooks.

Barnhart,

Samuel

Samuel Barnhart, Fredericksburgh, buried 24 Aug 1793.

1793

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Barrager,

Orville

 

ORVILLE BARRAGER -

The many friends of Orville Barrager were shocked to hear of his passing to his eternal rest at the General Hospital, Toronto, on Sunday, May 29th, after a short illness. 

Orville, who was in his 18th year, was taken ill on the 22nd of May, and when it was found he was suffering with pneumonia, was taken to the General Hospital.  Knowing of his serious condition, the relatives were notified and his mother left immediately to be with him in Toronto, where she stayed until the time of his death, but all that love and medical aid could do proved of no avail.

Orville was born in Madoc, the son of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Barrager, on February 12th, 1914, and came to Napanee with his parents in May, 1914, where he had resided until a year ago, when he went to Toronto.

Deceased received his education at the Napanee Public School and the Collegiate institute, where he won many friends by his genial manner.  The many beautiful floral offerings that banked the casket and room, bore mute testimony to the esteem in which he was held.

The funeral took place from the residence of his parents, Ann Street, on Tuesday, May 31st, Rev. W. P. Woodger, of Grace United church, officiating.  Deceased being a member of that church and Sunday school, prior to his leaving fro Toronto.

Rev. Woodger spoke of the pleasant disposition and quiet demeanor of deceased and of the high esteem in which he was held by his many young friends and schoolmates.

He leaves to mourn, besides his sorrowing parents, one sister, Evelyn, and four brothers, Garnet of Toronto;  Harold, of Kincardine; and Ivan and Dorland, at home.

 

ca 1931

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Barrett,

Lucinda

   *  see Burrows, Lucinda  *

 

Bartholomus,

Peter

Peter Bartholomus, Fredericksburgh, buried 26 Sept 1790.

1790

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bartlet,

Nancy

 

DIED - In this town on  the 11th instant, MRS NANCY BARTLET, consort of SMITH BARTLET Esq. in the 36th year of her age.  A gradual decline, of nearly two years, terminated her active and useful life.  On the 14th her remains were attended to the place of interment, by the inhabitants of the town generally, with every mark of sympathy and respect.

Mrs. Bartlet possessed a sensible and discriminating mind engaging manners and ready vivacity.  With versatile powers and inflexible perseverance, she accomplished more in half the allotted term of life, than the less ardent and energetic, in the full period of three score years and ten.  An exemplary wife and a devoted mother in the domestic circle she shone pre-eminently.  There her affections and her virtues centered.  There “her duties walked their daily round.”  For her family, her exertions were unwearied.  To them her thoughts and her attentions were dedicated, and even the alternate prevalence of hope and fear, arising from the variable nature of her disease, could scarcely abate her solicituded for those who were most dear.  For them she had lived;  and in the affection of her husband and the fair promise of her children, her heart was reaping its reward.  Thus blest and blessing, she was summoned to resign this life and all its endearments and most flattering prospects.  A humble trust in a reconciled God enabled her to receive  the summons with submission, and to meet the king of terrors without dismay.

 

Kingston

Chronicle

Feb 19 1819

Bartley,

Eleanor

Eleanor, wife of Josias Bartley, Fredericksburgh, buried 10 Mar 1793.

1793

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bass,

Justice

 

JUSTICE BASS - Brother Justice Bass was born on the 25th of November, 1818, and died on the 24th day of January, 1887, leaving an aged widow, and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their loss.  He spent the greater part of his life in the township of Augusta, where he was much respected by all classes of the people.  Like his brother James, whose obituary notice appeared in the CHRISTIAN GUARDIAN, January 6th, he was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Augusta for over fifty years.  He lived a life in Christ so true and pure, that one might follow him through this life as he followed his Master, not simply in form, but with strong faith in Christ;  having believed for many years that true happiness is found only in Christ, he had great peace and was not disappointed when death came.  He successfully held the office of steward in the church for several years, until his son, J. W. Bass, entered into his labors. He lived to see nearly all his children converted and members of the Methodist Church.  His death was sudden.  He retired to rest on Saturday evening, January 22nd, as well as usual;  on the following Monday morning he was numbered with the dead.  On being reminded that he was very ill and it was probable that death would soon release him from his sufferings, he said;  “I am ready to go any minute.”  He died trusting in Christ.  At his funeral a large number of people gathered in the Methodist Church showing their sympathy for the bereaved and their respect for the deceased.  [signed]  S. G. Phillips

 

March 9 1887

The Christian Guardian

Bates,

Charles W. B.

Suddenly at West Point, Ont., on Saturday, Aug. 6th, Charles W. G. Bates of Ottawa

1921

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bates,

Rev. Martin J.

 

Another of the prominent men in the Methodist ministry passed to rest on Friday evening, January 16th 1914, in the person of martin J. Bates, of Napanee.  Deceased was sixty-one years of age, and had spent thirty some years in the Methodist ministry. Three years ago he was forced to retire, on account of ill health.  For some little time he had been confined to the hospital.  The reverend gentleman had served at Cataraqui, Adolphustown, Yarker, Tamworth.  He had been at Bath up until three years ago, when he moved to Napanee.  Thirteen years of his life was spent as Conference Evangelist, his work as such extending over more than one Conference and into California.  He was superannuated four years ago.  The remains will be sent to Montreal for cremation, the ashes will then be placed in the family plot at Cataraqui.  The funeral, which was private, was conducted on Saturday afternoon in Kingston by Rev. S. Sellery, assisted by six other ministers.  The deceased is survived by a widow.

 

1914

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Batson,

Mrs. Benjamin

(nee Chambers)

 

The announcement today of the death of Mrs. Batson, wife of Mr. Benjamin Batson, of this city, will be received with sincere regret by a great many residents of Ottawa, where she resided for many years previous to her demise. The deceased lady was a daughter of Mr. Chambers of Kingston, and was first married to Mr. Geo. Aird, of this city. Some time after the death of her first husband, she was united to Mr. Batson. Throughout her long residence in this city, the deceased lady was widely known and respected for her many amiable qualities and the unostentatious discharge of the duties of life. Her loss will be severely felt, and her sorrowing family have the deepest sympathy of a large circle of friends. [**Written in - Feb. 25th  1880**]

 

1880

From the  Watson Scrapbooks

Bauder,

Richard

 

Richard Bauder aged seven months, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bauder of Pittsburg, died at the home of his parents on Thursday.  The funeral takes place to Cataraqui cemetery on Saturday.

 

Daily British Whig, Kingston

Mar 29, 1920

Baxter,

Alice

(nee Herrington)

 

BAXTER - At Yarker, Ont., on Friday, July 28th, 1911, Alice Herrington, widow of the late Arthur Baxter, in the 61st year of her age.  Services and interment at Yarker on July 31st 1911.

 

1911

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Beatty,

Phoebe Ann

   * see Corran, Phoebe Ann *

 

Bedell,

Ida Eleanor

   * see Bowerman, Ida Eleanor*

 

Beeman,

Milton Ira  Dr.

 

 

THE LATE DR. M.I. BEEMAN – The death occurred at Newburgh, on Saturday last, of Dr. Milton I. Beeman, one of the village’s most respected citizens.  Milton Ira Beeman was born at Selby, Ont., on September 23rd. 1851.  In early life he attended the school of his birthplace, and later the Grammar Schools at Newburgh and Napanee.  In 1867 he obtained a First Class certificate from the County Board of Trustees, and taught school for over two years.  From 1869 to 1873 he attended the Toronto School of Medicine, and graduated from Toronto University in the latter year, obtaining a silver medal.  He began the practice of medicine in Selby, and in the Spring of 1874 opened an office in Centreville, remaining there until 1893, when he moved to Newburgh, where he has practiced his profession ever since.  In the year 1878 he married Lillian Henault. A family of six children survive.  The children are;  Mrs. H. E. Paul, Fort William, Ont.;  Mrs. J. K Fraser, Cobourg, Ont.;  Gilbert, Captain in the R.C.A. Halifax, N.S.;  Harry, conducting a real estate business at Fort William, Ont., and Mary and Louise, at home.  The late Dr. Beeman was an adherent of the Methodist church, a Conservative in politics, and was for some years Secretary-Treasurer of the Liberal-Conservative association of Addington. He was a member of the Ontario Medical Association, being vice-President for one year;  also a member of the Canadian Medical Association and the British Medical Association.  From 1908 to 1912, he was a valued member of the Provincial Board of Health of Ontario.  In 1874 he became a member of the Masonic Order, and was a Past Master of Victoria Lodge, No. 199, Centreville, and Prince of Wales Lodge, No. 146, Newburgh.  He was also Past Grand Pursuivant of the Grand Lodge of Canada.  He was also Surgeon of the 47th Batt. Frontenac Infantry, and retired in 1899 with rank of major, after fifteen years of faithful service.  Deceased took considerable interest in municipal affairs, and served his village for two years as Reeve, and for many years on the Council Board and School board.  The funeral, which was under Masonic Auspices, was held on Monday afternoon, many outside members of the Order attending.

 

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bell,

Aylsworth Perry

Bowen

 

OBITUARY - Aylsworth Perry Bowen Bell. 

The subject of this sketch, Aylsworth Perry Bowen Bell, was born in the Township of Camden, County of Addington, Ont., on the farm now owned by Alfred M. Bell on the last day of November, 1840.  He has always lived near his birthplace, with exception of the past three years, which he spent with his children in the Canadian West and in Michigan.  He was the seventh son of John and Sarah Bell, who both predeceased him.  There was a large family of children, eight sons and four daughters, and “Bowen” as he was familiarly know, was the last to pass out.  Mr. Bell was married to Thressa Breault, of Camden on July 3rd 1864, thus they celebrated their golden wedding more that a year and a half ago.   To this union was born six sons and three daughters.  Besides one boy who died in infancy, there have also passed to their reward, Amelia in 1906, and Seymour in 1910, thus leaving besides the heartbroken widow, who also is striken in years, four sons, Elwell, of Napanee;  Wellington of Saskatchewan;  Rev. E. Frazer of Freemont, Mich.;  Rev. Aylsworth B., of Buffalo Centre, Iowa, and two daughters, Bathilda and Edith, also of Saskatchewan.   Mr. Bell has always been a consistent member of the Methodist Church, having been converted in his youth at revival meetings held at Lynn, by his brother, Rev. J. D. Bell.  He was educated at Newburgh Academy, graduating from there with a second class teachers certificate when he was 19 years of age.  He taught school for several years before settling upon his farm at Wesley.  Mr. Bell is a man who is widely known and highly respected by all, old and young and will be mourned by a wide circle of friends.  He was a hardworking and dutiful father and a faithful husband, and will be missed by one and all.  Truly we can say of him, “Thou shalt be missed because thy place will be vacant.”  No task was too hard and no sacrifice too great for him if the happiness of his family were concerned, and while we miss father and mourn him as gone from us, yet we can only remember that the Good Gardener has just seen fit to transplant our loved one in that great expanse where he may develop and grow in happiness and felicity throughout eternity.   And so while we say sadly, “good-bye father”, yet we also add, your life was an inspiration to us to live, so as to meet you with all our loved ones in that better land.  Mr. Bell passed away December 24th, 1915, at his home in Napanee.  Funeral took place there from on Sunday Dec. 26th at 2 o’clock.  Thus all that is mortal of one we loved has been bid away, but his memory shall be green as long as we live, for form the sundown of his long and useful life shall remain that beautiful afterglow that will lighten the pathway of many a way-worn traveller.

 

1915

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Bell,

Bowen E.

 

OBITUARY - THE LATE BOWEN E. BELL -

The early hours of Monday, January 23rd, 1939, witnessed the peaceful passing of the late Bowen E. Bell, 57 Jackman Avenue, Toronto in his eighty-second year.  The deceased had been ailing for a short time but had recovered sufficiently to be able to sit up or move quietly around his room.  A few hours after enjoying his Sunday evening meal, he was overcome by a heart seizure and passed away before morning.

The deceased was the third son of the late William E. and Mercy Aylesworth Bell, and was born on a farm in Ernesttown.  He preferred a business life and after his marriage to Miss Ada E. Lake, third daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Silas Lake, Morven, they moved to Trenton and entered into the grocery business.  Two children were born to them, a son S. Arthur who predeceased his father three years ago, and a daughter Hazel, Mrs. W. A. Reid, Toronto.  Then they moved to Toronto and Mr. Bell owned and operated a splendid business on Broadview Ave.  Later he retired and purchased a beautiful residence on Jackman Ave., where he passed away after a long and useful life.

The subject of this sketch was a life-long conservative, and early in life identified himself with the Methodist church, and it was his joy and delight to attend Divine services and do his part to carry on the work of the Church.

The funeral service was held on Wednesday at the Bell residence in charge of his pastor, assisted by another minister a friend of the family.  He leaves to mourn his passing his dearly beloved wife, his daughter, Mrs. W. A. Reid, and Mr. Reid, his daughter-in-law Mrs. Elizabeth Bell, and Dorothy;  his sister, Mrs S. Fralick, Morven, one brother-in-law, Mr. S. P. Hinch, Carman, Man., and three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Millicent Bell, Detroit;  Mrs. Margaret Sexsmith and Mrs. Alice Robertson, Toronto.  Four brothers and three sisters predeceased him several years ago.

 

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Edward Frazer

 

Native Napanee Dies in States -

Rev. Fraser Bell One Time “Y” Assistant Here -

Word has been received here of the death at Toulon, Ill., of a former resident of Kingston in the person of Rev. E. Frazer Bell, nephew of the late William P. Bell, former Kingston photographer, and a first cousin of the late Dr. John Bell, who was a former mayor of Kingston.  His death occurred following a gradual decline in health over a period of more than a year.  He was minister of Toulon congregational church.  He was 62.

Born in Canada -

Rev. Edward Frazer Bell was a son of Aylesworth Perry Bell and Theresa Breault Bell and was born February 18, 1878, near Napanee.  He was one of a family of nine children.

He was educated in Newburg High School and at the Toronto University and Bible School.

His ministerial career was started in Northern Ontario and he later was engaged in missionary work in the lumber camps of Michigan.  He was ordained in 1907.

Honorary Legion Member -

For 18 months during the World War, Rev. Mr. Bell served as athletic director in Y.M.C.A. work at Camp Taylor, at Louisville, Kentucky.  For his record in this work he was made an honorary member of the American Legion.

He was a member of Toulon Lodge No. 93 A.F. & A.M., and at the time of his death was chairman of the advisory board of the Central West association of Congregational and Christian churches.  He also had served as moderator of the Central West group and had held many other responsible offices in various church organizations.

He was united in marriage to Miss Minnie Hogeboom December 4, 1900, at Napanee.  To this union were born two daughters, Mrs. Paul Yoe of Mount Morris, and Mrs. John Smithback of Madison, Wisconsin, both of whom survive.  Mrs. Bell died March 1, 1912.

June 23, 1914, he was married to Miss Mary Jeanette Epler at Indianapolis, who survives.

Besides his wife and two daughters, he is survived by seven grandchildren, Richard, John, Bruce, Jimmie and Sue Helen Smithback of Madison, Wisconsin, and Frazer and John Edward Yoe of Mount Morris:  also one brother.  Rev. Aylesworth B. Bell of Blue Island, and two sisters, Mrs. George Campsall of Young, Sask., and Mrs. E. J. May of Toronto.

Funeral rites were conducted at the Congregational church.  Toulon stores, business houses and offices closed from 2 to 3 p.m. during the services and the large auditorium and adjoining rooms of the church were almost inadequate to accommodate the large concourse of friends of the deceased minister.

Deceased worked for a time as assistant secretary of the Kingston Y.M.C.A. when he was first married. He was a cousin of the late John W. Bell, formerly M.P. of Desmond.

 

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Bell,

Eva Eliza

 

Death of Mrs. J. S. Bell -- Mrs. Eva Eliza Bell, widow of the late J. S. Bell, Fredericksburgh, died on Tuesday evening, January 12, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. A. McN. Downey, aged eighty-three years and two months. Deceased was in poor health for the past few months and a great sufferer from a tubercular trouble, which she bore with Christian patience and fortitude. Deceased leaves three daughters, Mrs. A. McN. Downey, Napanee; Mrs. Dr. Badgley, Toronto, and Mrs. Fred Asselstine, Seattle, Wash. The sons are: Charles, Vancouver; Samuel, Dakota; John, Winnipeg; Frank, Rose City, Mich., and Fred A. Bell, Deseronto, and one sister, Mrs. R.J. Wright, Napanee. The funeral took place Friday afternoon to Riverside Cemetery vault.

 

1909

From the Hough Scrapbooks.

Bell,

Flora

Flora Bell, Fredericksburgh, buried 12 Nov 1795.

1795

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bell,

Flora

Flora, dau of Duncan and Anna Bell, Fredericksburgh, buried 3 Feb 1802.

1802

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bell,

Horatio Fraser

 

BELL - AT Desmond on Tues. Nov 15th, 1932, Horatio F. Bell, in his 74th year.  Funeral will be held on Thursday November 17 at 2 p.m. at Desmond Church.

 

OBITUARY - THE LATE H. F. BELL -

The death of Horatio Fraser Bell occurred at his home, Desmond, on Tuesday, November 15th.  He had been in failing health for the last two months and his passing came peacefully and quietly, without suffering.  The deceased was the son of the late Fraser and Chissey Bell, pioneers of that community.  He was born on April 11th, 1858, and lived all his life on the old homestead at Desmond, being the youngest of a family of five children.  John A. Bell, who for a number of years represented Addington in the federal parliament, was a brother, also James S. Bell; and two sisters, Nellie and Anna, all of whom predeceased him some years ago.  His wife also predeceased him seventeen months ago. 

Deceased was a successful farmer which occupation he followed all his life, and his home was always open to the hospitality of his friends, being identified with the United Church and also a member of the Trustee Board.  He was also one of the prime movers in rural telephone and helped to establish the telephone system in his community, over a quarter of a century ago, with the organization of the Desmond Rural Telephone Company.  He held the office of president for a number of years.

He leaves to mourn his loss, one son, Fred, and wife and three grandsons, Ralph, Howard, Norman, who also reside on the old homestead.  The funeral service was held in Desmond United Church on Thursday afternoon, November 17th, and the remains were interred in the family plot of the Bell cemetery.  The service was conducted by the Rev. D. M. Stinson, pastor, who took for his text the 15th chapter of first Corinthians, 57th verse.  The choir was assisted by Mrs. Alvin Allen, Mr. Earl Bell and Mr. and Mrs. Ward Wartman.  Mr. and Mrs. Ward Wartman also contributed a beautiful duet, in addition to the appropriate music by the choir.

The same pall-bearers officiated as at his wife’s funeral, namely Messrs. M. King, D. Haley, A. McKeown, O. Drew, Frank Switzer and Fred Switzer.  The large number present and the many floral tributes were expressive of the esteem in which the deceased was held.

 

1932

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Bell,

John

 

DEATH OF JOHN BELL, K.C. – SENIOR CONSULTING SOLICITOR OF THE GRAND TRUNK – Ha Practised Law in Canada for Fifty-six Years, Most of the Time as Solicitor for the Grand Trunk Railway.  (G.N.W. Press Despatch)  Belleville, July 5 – Mr. John Bell, K.C., senior consulting solicitor of the Grand Trunk Railway Company, died at an early hour this morning.  Deceased was in his 84th year, and was born in Tyrone county, Ireland, on June 10 1822.  when ten years of age, with his parents, he came to Canada and made Kemptville, Ont., his home, where he received his early education.  He subsequently graduated from Victoria University, and afterward studied law in Toronto with the late Chief Justice Haggerty and Hon. John Crawford, passing with credit.  He commenced practising in this city in 1849.  On Oct. 2 1852, he was appointed solicitor for the Grand Trunk Railway, and in 1866 was created a Q.C.  He was also for man years solicitor for the county of Hastings and The Merchants’ Bank.  Mrs. Bell died some two months ago.  A family of four daughters, all of whom reside in this city, survive.  They are:  Mrs. H.B. Rathbun, Mrs. R.E. Lazier, Mrs. W. Chisholm and Miss Alice.

 

Ca 1906

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bell,

Louvia E.

   * see Milling, Louvia E. *

 

Bell,

Mrs.

BELL - At the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Michael Nolan, North Fredericksburgh, on the 15th  inst., Mrs Bell of Richmond, a sister of the late Wm. Joyce of North Fredericksburgh [April 1900].

1900

From Mrs. Walter Paul's scrapbook

Bell,

Philip

 

In Memoriam - Philip Bell, died June 15th, 1916, aged 70 years, 4 months.

 

Enterprise Circuit

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May 1917

Bell,

Thomas

At Fredericksburgh, Mr. Thomas Bell.

1811

Kingston Gazette, Aug 29 1811

Bell,

William

William Bell, Fredericksburgh, buried 29 Sept 1788.

1788

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bellhouse,

Helen Atha

 

BELLHOUSE – At St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton, on Wednesday, 20th June, 1906, Helen Atha, beloved daughter of Mr. W. A. Bellhouse, Manager of the Merchant’s Bank, Napanee, Ont., aged 21 years.  Funeral Friday at 2 p.m.  Private.  No flowers.  Interment at Hamilton Cemetery.

 

1906

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Belton,

Clara Ann

  *  see Dafoe, Clara Ann  * 

 

Benjamin

Esther

   * see Newberry, Esther *

 

Benn,

Virginia Louise

 

OBITUARY - Virginia Louise Benn - Funeral services were held recently for Virginia Louise Benn, 11½. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Benn, Sillsville. She was born in Kingston and christened in St. Alban's Anglican Church at Adolphustown. She attended public school at Sandhurst. She died at Lennox and Addington County General Hospital July 21 after a two-month illness. She is survived by her parents, Harvey and Mary Benn, sisters, Brenda and Barbara, and a brother, Harvey Jr., all of R.R. 1 Sillsville. Funeral services were held from St. Paul's Anglican Church at Sandhurst. Interment was in St. Paul's Cemetery, Sandhurst. Pall-bearers were Brian Ruttan, Charles Brooks, Ricky Brooks, Paul Garrison, Michael Garrison and Lorne Merritt.

 

1969

From the Wright Scrapbooks.

Benson,

Mary E.

 

BENSON - At Wellington, March 15th, Mary E. Benson, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Benson.

 

Daily British Whig, Kingston

Mar 29, 1920

Betzner,

David

 

DAVID BETZNER - Was respected and esteemed by all who knew him.  He was a good man of varied talents and industrious beyond many, and had saved quite a competency.  He knew how to get, he knew how to save, and he knew how to give, and that is what few do know.  His ancestors came from Germany to Pennsylvania, and his parents were among the earliest settlers in Waterloo county, in Canada.  David was born in 1801, and was the first white child born in that county.  His ancestors were Tankers, and he was converted at an early age and united with that church.  About thirty years ago he united with the New Connexion Methodist at Copetown.  From that time he was known far and near as the ministers’ friend.  How many have enjoyed the hospitality of his home and the cheer of his Christian counsel and liberality.  Though living to a great age, he retained all his faculties of body till the last. He retained the cheer and vivacity of youth even down to old age.  His last sickness was protracted and painful, but he never murmured, and often spoke of his joy and trust in the Saviour.  Many who read those lines will be saddened at the loss of an old familiar friend.  He passed away on March 16th, 1886, at the ripe old age of 85 years, two months and seven days.  His remains were borne to their resting place by his five sons and a nephew, who are walking in his footsteps.  A large concourse of friends and acquaintances met to pay a tribute of respect to his memory, while we endeavoured to discourse upon Prov. xxii 1, he having made this better choice.

 

May 12 1886

The Christian Guardian

Black,

Dott

(nee Smith)

 

BLACK - At Napanee, on Thursday, January 2nd, 1919, Mrs. Charles D. Black, aged 33 years and 8 months.

 

DEATH OF MRS. C. D. BLACK -  A sad death occurred at Napanee, on Thursday, January 2nd, 1919, when Dott Smith, beloved wife of Mr. Charley D. Black, passed away after an illness of several weeks.  During the prevalence of the Flu epidemic she was stricken with pneumonia, which left her so weak that she could not gain strength, and gradually faded away.  Besides her husband, she leaves two children, Ralph, aged 11, and Lenore, aged 7.  She leaves also her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Smith, South Napanee;  two brothers, Messrs. Maurice Smith, in East End, Sask., and Edward Smith, Winnipeg, Man., and one sister, Mrs. Bruce Wagar, Kelfield, Sask.  The funeral, which was of a private character, was held on Sunday Jan. 5, at 3 p.m.  Those in attendance from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. Hal. Richardson, Syracuse, N.Y.;  Mr. John M. Black, Montreal;  Mrs. James Ralph, Stirling, Ont.  The floral tributes which were sent to the house of mourning were most beautiful, and testified in a remarkable manner to the grief felt by all at the death of Mrs. Black, and the sympathy felt for the stricken family.

Floral tributes came from Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Smith and family;  spray of roses and evergreens from Mr. C. D. Black;  lyre of roses and laurel from Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Wagar, of Saskatoon;  spray of carnations and ferns, from Mr. and Mrs. Hal. Richardson, of Syracuse;  spray of roses, carnations and cypress, from Mrs. John S. Black, of Stirling, Ont.; cross of roses, carnations, violets, narcissus and ferns, for Mr. John M. and Mr. Harry S. Black, of Montreal;  spray of carnations, evergreen and cypress from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kerr, of Toronto;  cross of calla lilies and laurel, from Mr. and Mrs. James Ralph, of Stirling, Ont.;  wreath of carnations, fern and laurel, from the Robinson Company;  pillow of orchids, narcissus, laurel and fern, from the Choir of Trinity Church;  spray of Easter lilies and cypress from Trinity Sunday School;  spray of carnations and ferns from Mr. Black’s Sunday School class;  spray of carnations and ferns from the scholars of the Primary Department, Trinity Sunday School,  wreath of orchids, narcissus, laurel and ferns, from Grace Church Sunday School.

 

1919

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Black,

Elizabeth Winnie

 

BLACK - At Napanee, on Sunday, October 29th, 1922, Elizabeth Winnie black, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Black, aged 22 days.

 

(Birth announcement included in scrapbook - At Napanee, on Saturday, October 7th, 1922, to Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Black, a daughter, - Elizabeth Winnie)

 

1922

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Black,

Mrs. George

 

Mrs. George Black - On Wednesday morning, May 18th, 1921, at 6 o’clock, after an illness of but a few days, Mrs. George Black, of Tamworth, passed to her rest at the age of fifty-eight years.  The late Mrs. Black was one of the most highly respected citizens of the township and was born in Sheffield in 1863, where she lived all her life and was beloved by all who knew her.  She was a devoted member of the Methodist Church, an ardent and faithful supporter of all church activities, and a valued citizen of the community.  In 1880, she married George Black, and to them were born seven children, three of whom are still living, Archie Black, of Tamworth Mrs. M. Paul, of Hartney, Man.; and Mrs. B. Close, of Croydon.  She also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Alexander Roberts, and Mrs. H. York, both of Port Arthur.  Her funeral took place on Friday at 2 o’clock to the Methodist Church.  To the mourners in their sad bereavement is extended the heartfelt sympathy of the community.

 

1921

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Blackstock,

Mary H.

(nee Gibbs)

BLACKSTOCK - At 20 Homewood avenue, Toronto, on Thursday, the 17th February, 1910, Mary H. Gibbs, widow of the late Rev. W. S. Blackstock, D.D., in her 83rd year.  Funeral private

1910

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Blaker,

Eleanor

    * see Dunning, Eleanor*

 

Boddy,

James

BODDY - In Montreal on Jan. 29th , 1907, James Boddy, late of the Toronto Public school teaching staff, aged 57 years.

1907

From the Hough Scrapbooks

Bogart,

David Ford

(Rev. Canon)

 

Canon Bogart of Belleville, Dead – After a long patiently borne illness, the Rev. Canon David Ford Bogart passed away at his home on Commercial Street, Belleville, on Thursday, Nov 19th.  Prior to the closing of St. John’s Church on Murney’s hill a little over two years ago, his health had not been of the best and it was owing to his indisposition in the main that services in that church were discontinued.  He had had a slight stroke.  Recently he was confined to his home.  A pathetic feature of his demise is that he leaves a widow who is herself an invalid.  Rev. Canon Bogart was born in Brockville seventy-three years ago.  He was educated at Upper Canada College and Trinity University;  Toronto, at both of which institutions he distinguished himself in studies and on the campus, having been captain of the U.C.C. cricket team and also of that at Trinity, proceeded to the degree of M.A. and was ordained deacon in 1865 and to the priesthood in 1866.  He first ministered at Tetley and became curate to his brother, Rev. James John Bogart, then parish priest at Napanee, but now the Venerable Archdeacon Bogart of Ottawa.  Later he became incumbent of Selby and Salmon River and in 1883 became rector of St. John’s Anglican Church in West Belleville.  Here he was the second and last rector, as he occupied the pulpit until the sanctuary was closed.  The late Canon Bogart was known to all classes of citizens and his prolonged illness had called forth many expressions of deep regret.  His widow whose illness has been of even longer duration has the deepest sympathy of the public.  Canon Bogart is not survived by any family.  He leaves two nephews, Clarence Bogart, general manager of the Dominion Bank, and Mortimer Bogart of the Dominion  Bank, Montreal.  An intimate cousin of deceased is Mr. Beverly Jones, solicitor for the Canada Permanent Loan and Savings Co.  Canon Bogart’s funeral was held on Saturday, Nov 21st in St. Thomas’ church.  Interment at Brockville.

 

1914

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bogart,

Elizabeth Susan

At 83 Commercial St., on Sunday Sept. 17th, Elizabeth Susan, relict of the late Rev. Canon David Ford Bogart.  Funeral private at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday Sept 19th to St. Thomas Church.  Interment at Brockville.

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bogart,

Mrs.

 

MRS. BOGART - Our readers will join with us in regretting the death of the venerable Mrs. Bogart, of Adolphustown.  Up to the time of her death Mrs. Bogart, though of the great age of 101 years and 5 months, retained the use of all her senses, and finally passed away very suddenly.  She leaves a numerous circle of relatives, about 150 we understand, to mourn her decease, including children, grand-children and great-grand-children.  She was one of the first settlers, having located in Adolphustown in the year 1780, and ever since made that her home.  She was born in New Jersey, near New York, while it was yet a British Province.  For the last two years her friends and relations have celebrated her birthday by giving a grand pic-nic.  At the last celebration about one thousand people were present, some coming from Chicago, Ill., and other distant places.  -Intelligencer, Jan. 31

 

1874

Journal of Education for Ontario

Bogart,

Phoebe

(nee Campbell)

 

BOGART – At the residence of her son, Mr. Peter Bogart, Napanee, on the 27th Dec, 1889, Mrs. Phoebe Bogart, Napanee, relict of the late John Bogart aged 79 years.

 

DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENT - On Monday morning last Mrs. Phoebe Bogart, relict of the late John Bogart, of Adolphustown, died at the residence of her son, Peter Bogart, Esq., Bridge street, Napanee. She was ailing but a very short time, merely complaining with a cold and was not considered at all dangerous until Sunday, so that the news of her death came as an unpleasant surprise to both friends and relatives. Deceased was a daughter of the late Archibald Campbell, Esq., one of the pioneers of Adolphustown. She was born in the township and has always resided there; was married to her late husband in the year 1826. She was the mother of eight children, all of whom survive her; three of her sons live in Napanee - Gilbert Bogart Esq., postmaster; Peter Bogart, Esq., and Mr. James Bogart, of the registry office. She was aged 78 years and 11 months at the time of her death, having survived her husband 11 years. Deceased has long been a faithful and consistent member of the Methodist Church of Canada and was highly respected for her piety and many Christian virtues. She was widely known, especially in the township of Adolphustown, and it is safe to say that none was more generally esteemed. For the last few years she has lived at the homestead, at what is known as Bogart's wharf, during the summer months, and during the winter with her children in Napanee. Her remains were interred in the family plot at the homestead, and the funeral was attended by a large number of relatives and sympathising friends, who drove a long distance through the piercing cold to pay the last sad homage of respect to the deceased.

 

1889

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bongard,

J. Deacon

At Bongard’s Corners, Sunday Aug 7th 1921, J. Deacon Bongard, in his 90th year.  Funeral from his late residence, Bongard’s corners, Tuesday, Aug 9th.  Service at Bongard’s Church at 1”30 p.m. Interment in Glenwood

1921

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Booth,

M. J.

  *see Jackson, M. J.  *

 

Boswell,

Francis Edward

BOSWELL – At Minneapolis, Minn., on Thursday, the 16th January, 1908, Francis Edward Boswell, fifth son of the late Judge Boswell of Cobourg, in the 64th year of his age.

1908

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Boswell,

Frederick James

BOSWELL – At Victoria B.C., on Tuesday, 14th January, 1908, Frederick James Boswell, son of the late Judge Boswell of Cobourg, in his 68th year.

1908

From the Watson Scrapbooks

 

Both,

Emma Alice

(nee Preslar)

 

Esteemed Lady Dies at Northbrook -

A large assemblage gathered Friday, July 10th, to pay their last respects to one of Northbrook’s citizens, in the person of Mrs. William Both, sr., who passed away in Kingston General Hospital after a short illness.  At 2:30 p.m., service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Gall at the home.  The cortege then proceeded to the cemetery close by the United Church, of which she has ever been a devoted member.

The late Mrs. Both’s maiden name was Miss Emma Alice Preslar, daughter of the late James and Almira Preslar.  She was born in Camden Township, sixty-nine years ago.  Before her marriage Mrs. Both taught in the then log schools and was a pioneer in school and church work.  She was a very active member of the Woman’s Association and her home was ever open for any good cause.  Her sterling qualities were appreciated in the home, general store and post office, which she and her husband have kept for 49 years.

Besides the bereaved husband, two sisters Mrs. Hamm and Mrs. Robinson at Northbrook, and one brother, Marshal Preslar of Morven, are left to mourn.  Her passing has left a vacancy hard to fill.

 

July 15 1936

Napanee Beaver

Bott,

Dr. Harry S.

 

It is with feelings of deep sorrow we have to record the death of Dr. Harry S. Bott, who died with pneumonia, on Feby 25th , in Chicago. Harry attended our Collegiate Institute a few years ago, and wishing for a profession, he went to Chicago, where he graduated from College as a dentist, but death, which is no respecter of persons, claimed him as its victim, after only a few hours' illness, at the age of thirty-six years. He leaves a wife, nee Miss Carrie Duncan, and a little son Georgie, to mourn the loss of a kind husband and father; also an aged mother, Mrs. George Bott, of Napanee, two sisters and three brothers, Mrs. W. J. Black, of our town; Mrs. Luther Hawley, Hay Bay; Charles, of Harlowe, John, who has been studying medicine in Chicago, and Jerome, of Manor, Manitoba The remains were brought to Napanee from Chicago, on Thursday, the funeral service being held on Saturday, 29th  Feby., at the residence of Mrs. W. J. Black, thence to the Eastern vault to await interment.

 

1908

From the Hough Scrapbooks.

Botterell,

Annie

 

A SUDDEN BLOW – The Death After a Few Hours Illness of Miss Annie Botterell – Miss Annie Botterell daughter of Mr. Edward Botterell, of the distribution staff, House of Commons, died suddenly this morning after a few hours illness at her father’s residence on Gloucester Street.  Miss Botterell was in her usual good health on Saturday and was noticed on the street on Saturday afternoon looking the picture of health.  On Sunday morning she was suddenly taken very ill with inflammation of the bowels.  Medical aid was immediately summoned, but the young lady became worse and suffered terrible agony during last evening.  About seven o’clock this morning the sorrowing family were called on to take leave of the dear one, who but a few short hours before was as happy and vigorous as any of them.  She lingered for a few minutes very near death but perfectly conscious, and recognizing the members of the family.  A few minutes after seven o’clock she passed peacefully away.  She was about twenty years of age and had, by her happy and pleasing manner won for herself a host of friends who will hear with the deepest sorrow of the sad and sudden blow which has robbed them of one who has won a place in their affections.  The bereaved family have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. The funeral will take place on Wednesday at the residence of Mr. Botterell.

 

30th Jan 1888

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Botterell,

Edward

BOTTERELL – At 41 Tyndall Avenue, Toronto, the residence of his son-in-law, Walter Barrett, on Thursday August 23rd, 1917,  Edward Botterell, formerly of the distribution office, House of Commons, Ottawa.  Funeral from the residence of R. W. Botterell, 9 Spruce Street, Ottawa.

1917

From the  Watson Scrapbooks

Botterell,

Mrs. Edward

 

MRS. EDWARD BOTTERELL – It will be with feelings of sincere regret that the many friends and acquaintances of Mrs. Botterell, the esteemed wife of Mr. Edward Botterell, Clerk of Routine and Records, will learn of that lady’s sudden demise, which sad event occurred yesterday.  Deceased deservedly and widely enjoyed the reputation of being an estimable lady, greatly beloved by all by whom she was known. The ardent sympathy of a large circle of friends is extended to the bereaved husband and family in their sorrowful affliction.

 

Ca 1880’s

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Botterell,

Henry A.

 

BOTTERELL – On Saturday the 13th February, 1897, at 386 O’Connor street, Henry A. Botterell, second son of Edward Botterell, Distribution Office, House of commons, in his 38th year.  Funeral on Tuesday at 4 o’clock p.m.  No Flowers.

 

THE LATE H.A. BOTTERELL - By the death of H. A. Botterell, on Saturday evening, at the early age of 38 years, after three weeks' illness, caused by the prevalent la grippe and pneumonia, Ottawa has lost one of its prominent young citizens. Quiet, unassuming and gentle in disposition, to know Harry Botterell was to love and esteem him. Active in all good works he will be much missed in Emmanuel Reformed Episcopal church, of which he was treasurer and superintendent of the Sunday school, while the Young Man's Christian Association has lost a director who did much to promote its welfare. He belonged to the Independent Order of Foresters and was one of the organizers of Court Laurentian, of which he was a zealous member. In the civil service he was deservedly esteemed, occupying the position of assistant to his respected father, Mr. Edward Botterell, distributor of parliamentary papers, House of Commons. A wife and five little children are left to mourn the loss of a most affectionate husband and father. A host of friends extend to them, his father and other relatives, warm sympathy in their sore bereavement.

 

1897

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Botting,

Edith

   * see Fralick, Edith*

 

Boulter,

Nancy Helen

(nee Sprague)

 

BOULTER – At her late residence, 204 Virginia Park, Detroit, on Wednesday, May 1st, Nancy Helen Sprague, wife of Wellington Boulter, formerly of Picton.  Funeral at residence of Mr. F. M. Young, on Sun., May 5th at 4 p.m.

 

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bound,

Mr.

 

DIED - On Monday last, at Ernest Town, Mr. Bound.

 

Sept 27 1828

Kingston

Chronicle

Bowen,

Alberta Victoria

 

BOWEN – At Napanee on Monday, Nov. 30th 1914, Alberta Victoria Bowen, aged 52 years, 9 months and 10 days.

 

OBITUARY – Death visited the home of Mr. Frank M. Bowen, on November 30th 1914, and claimed his wife, Alberta Victoria.  Mrs. Bowen had been in poor health for three years, and bore her suffering patiently, but in spite of medical aid and good care, the Lord thought it wise to take her to be with himself, where suffering is no more.  Besides her husband, she leaves to mourn her loss two daughters, Mrs. Frank Kinkley and Mrs. Fred. T. Thompson.  The funeral service, conducted by Mr. Stone, of Toronto, was largely attended, at the family residence, corner Mill and West Streets.

 

1914

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bowen,

Cornelia

Cornelia, dau of Daniel and Catharine Bowen, Fredericksburgh, buried 6 Oct 1807.

1807

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bowen,

Frank Melbourne

 

BOWEN – At Napanee, on Sunday, May 12th 1918, Frank Melbourne Bowen, aged 58 years, 2 months and 3 days.

 

The death occurred on Sunday morning of Frank Bowen, one of Napanee’s well-known and highly respected residents.  Deceased, who was 58 years of age, was stricken at the breakfast table, heart trouble being the cause of death. He had not been very well for some time but his sudden demise was a shock to his family, and numerous friends.  The late Mr. Bowen was not only well known in town, but in the farming community as well, as he had been a town official in the capacity of market clerk, for a number of years.  His genial smile and good natured manner will be missed by young and old alike.  The funeral was held from his late residence on Tuesday afternoon, the remains being place in Riverview cemetery vault to await interment later.  Deceased was a member of Court Lennox, No. 78, C.O.F., which Society attended the funeral in a body as a last mark of respect and esteem to their departed brother.  Two daughters survive:  Mrs. Frank Kinkley and Mrs. Fred. Thompson, who have the sympathy of all in their sad bereavement.

 

1918

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bowen,

John

 

DIED - At his residence in Richmond, near Napanee, on the 15th inst., Mr. John Bowen, after a short but painful illness of seven days in the 63rd year of his age.  His remains were interred on Wednesday following, which were attended to the grave by a large concourse of his relatives and friends.  The Rev. Mr. Shorey, being called upon to officiated on the solemn occasion, delivered an appropriate sermon.  The deceased has left a wife and five children to lament the loss of an affectionate husband and tender parent.

 

Feb 24 1836

Kingston

Chronicle & Gazette

Bowen,

William

William, son of Petrus and Maria Bowen, Fredericksburgh, buried 22 Jun 1796.

1796

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bowerman,

Deborah

(nee Mullett)

 

OBITUARY - Deborah, relict of the late Vincent Bowerman, of Hallowell, died on October 27th, 1892, aged 87 years and 11 months.  She was the daughter of William Mullet and his wife Mary Clothier who came to Canada from Frompton, Illminster, England, about the year 1818.  Mrs. Bowerman’s first husband was Consider Haight, of Adolphustown.  Their children are Mrs. Robert Cadman and Mrs. Nelson Sills, of Lennox county, and Mrs. Levi Bowerman and Mrs. John P. Williams, of Hallowell.  Mrs. Wm. Clendenan and Mrs. Robert Richardson, of Pickering, Ont., were sisters of the deceased.  Three of her brothers - William, Arthur and James - married respectively Eliza, Jane and Hannah, daughters of Samuel Baker, an Orthodox Friend who came to his country from Ireland and owned and resided on the farm in Hallowell for many years now owned by Mr. Benj. Story.  Another brother, John Mullet, was a respected citizen of Picton for many years and owned and carried on an extensive tannery where the barrel factory now is.  Henry and Benjamin Mullet, of Adolphustown, are also brothers.  Mrs. Bowerman and all her brothers and sisters were unusually intelligent and well informed and the deceased was a consistent Christian, being a respected member of the Orthodox Friends.  The funeral service was held on October 29th in the Friends; meeting-house, west Bloomfield - Mrs. Matilda Branscombe being the officiating minister.  Her remains were interred in the Friends’ old burying-ground in east Bloomfield.

 

1892

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Bowerman,

Ida Eleanor

(nee Bedell)

 

In Memoriam - There died  on the 11th inst., at her home near Bloomfield, Ida Eleanor Bedell, wife of Dr. A. C. Bowerman.  The funeral occurred at 2 o’clock on Friday, and was attended by a large concourse of sorrowing friends.  It was but a little over two weeks ago that Mrs. Bowerman was surrounded by loving relatives, and enjoyed a large circle of intimate friends with whom she was a favorite;  today she and her little son are sleeping in “Glenwood”.  The sympathy of this community is extended to the bereaved relatives in their affliction.  When in health, Mrs. Bowerman never entertained flattering ideas of life, nor gilded it with false colors;  she never believed that her life would be greatly prolonged, but she was not at all discouraged by the fact, and when the messenger came she was ready;  when told that the end was near, she received the information with composure, and, with a countenance glowing with heavenly inspiration, said; “Weep not for me, but for yourselves.”  When life’s taper had nearly ceased to burn, her mind continued clear, and when speech had left, her face was brightened with a smile so sweet and heavenly - so indicative of perfect happiness, as to ever be to those who witnessed it a source of comforting reflection.  - Though consigned to the tomb, she continues to live in the affection and memory of many who had been favored with her acquaintance;   in spirit she is with us, and shall be till from the page of life our names are gone.   “What is life?  ‘Tis a delicate shell.  thrown up from eternity’s flow.  On time’s bank of quicksand to dwell, and a moment its loveliness show.  Gone back to the element grand  Is the billow that brought it on shore;  See!  A mother is washing the sand, And the beautiful shell is no more.” 

Lottie Talcott.  Bloomfield, Aug 18, 1894.

 

1894

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Bowers,

Sarah

   * see Trumpour, Sarah *

 

Bowes,

John

BOWES - On July 22nd, in great peace, John Bowes, Dentist, Hamilton, Ont., eldest son of the late Thomas and Dorothy Bower, of Milton

July 28 1886

Christian Guardian

Bowyer,

John A.

BOWYER - At Deseronto, on August 22d, 1896, John A., son of John Bowyer aged 1 year and 3 months.

1896

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Clipping

Box,

Hugh

 

Sillsville Resident, Hugh Box, Killed on C.N.R. Crossing - Car Struck by Fast East Bound Express Saturday Afternoon - Hugh Box, one of the best known residents of the south part of the county of Lennox and Addington, was killed instantly shortly after two o'clock, daylight saving time, last Saturday afternoon, when his car was struck by a fast east-bound C.N.R. express at Hart's Crossing, about three miles east of Napanee. Mr. Box was a well-known farmer of the Sillsville district and for the past nine years had been agent for the Massey-Harris Implement Company. In his latter capacity he had many contacts with people throughout the county. On Saturday, Mr. Box had been in Napanee during the morning and when on his way home shortly after lunch, turned north from the Hamburg Road at what is known as the cheese factory corner to make a business call at the home of Mr. Frank Hart. After going through a subway under the C.N.R. track, the road turns and, in order to reach the Hart farm, vehicles ascend a rather steep approach to a level crossing. It was on this crossing that Mr. Box's car was struck by the second section of the fast express. So far as can be learned there were no eye-witnesses of the accident with the possible exception of the trainmen. Iris Hart, 14-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hart, was standing at the window of the Hart home when she heard the express make an unusual noise as it came to a sudden stop. When she looked up, she saw a car being thrown into a deep ditch. She and her grandmother ran out and found Mr. Box's body lying in the ditch. A neighbour, Mrs. Jack Lawlor, who is a nurse, was summoned, but Mr. Box was dead. His car, which was carried some distance by the train, was a total wreck. The late Mr. Box was born in South Fredericksburgh on the farm where he had been living for the past thirty years or more. He was a son of the late Philip Box and Edith Clapp, members of old families of the district. His parents died when he was a young boy and part of his early life was spent in Kingston, where he attended school and graduated from a business college. After his marriage to Jane Roberts, daughter of the late Canon William Roberts, for some time rector of the Anglican Parish of Adolphustown, Mr. Box took up farming and continued to live on the family homestead, until his death. For many years he was president of the UEL Cheese Factory, and recently was one of the canvassers in connection with the Red Cross Campaign and the Victory Loan Campaign. He was a member of St. Alban's Anglican Church, Adolphustown, where his funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon, with Rev. C.C. Brazill, the rector, in charge. Interment followed in Riverside Cemetery. Mr. Box is survived by his wife, one daughter, Edith, Mrs. (Capt.) Leavens, Kingston, and one son, William, at home.

 

 

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Boyle,

Rose Embury

 

BOYLE – At Napanee, on Wednesday November 29th, 1916, Rose Embury, beloved wife of W.H. Boyle.  The funeral will take place from her late residence, this (Friday) afternoon, at 3:30 o’clock. Service at the house; thence to Riverside Cemetery. 

 

1916

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bradley,

Ethel

(nee Robertson)

 

MRS. BRADLEY’S DEATH – Deceased Lady Had Large Number of Friends in Toronto – Special Despatch to The Globe – Belleville, Aug. 6 -  Mrs. Bradley, wife of Dr. O.W. Bradley of Montreal, who was killed by a passenger train in Montreal on Saturday, was the only child of the late Alex. Robertson, M.P. for West Hastings.  She was married here to Dr. Bradley on April 26 last.  Mrs. Stewart, who was injured, was an aunt of the deceased.  Mrs. Bradley was a most popular lady here, and her tragic death came as a terrible shock to her hundreds of friends here. Mrs. Stewart was a sister of Mr. J. Grace, Secretary of the Toronto Railway Company.

 

KILLED AT DORVAL – A very sad accident occurred at Dorval  Station on Saturday evening by which the young wife of Dr. O. W. Bradley, Montreal, was instantly  killed and her aunt, Mrs. George Stewart, of Belleville, was severely injured. It is not known as yet exactly how the accident occurred.  Mrs. Stewart, however, attributes it to the air suction of the rapidly moving train which passed.  She states that she and her niece were standing on the narrow platform between the two tracks at Dorval, waiting for the motor car to take Mrs. Bradley back to Montreal.  While watching the motor car they did not observe the Imperial Limited, which came along very fast, and by the disturbance of air swirled them against it.  Mrs. Bradley was struck on the temple by some projection, which smashed her skull in on her brain, causing instant death.  Mrs. Stewart was more fortunate, and was struck on the arm with such force as to throw her away from the rushing train.  Her arm was badly fractured and lacerated, and she suffered a severe shaking up.  It was not thought, however, that she will lose the arm or suffer any permanent ill effects from the accident.  Mrs. Bradley was Miss Ethel Robertson, of Belleville, and niece of the late John Bell, K.C.   Both Mrs. Bradley and Mrs. Stewart are well known in Napanee, having visited Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Wilson, frequently here.

 

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bradshaw

Charles Shibley

 

BRADSHAW - At his late residence, Sydenham, on Sunday, January 24, 1965, Charles Shibley Bradshaw, beloved husband of Ada Botting and dear brother of Mrs. George S. Pixley (Phillis) of Canasota, New York, in his 72nd year.  Resting at the O.H. Berry Funeral Home, Sydenham, until Wednesday, January 27, 1965, where the Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m.  Interment Wilton Cemetery.  Masonic Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday evening, January 26, 1965 at 8 p.m.

 

Jan 25 1965

Kingston

Whig Standard

Bradshaw,

James

James Bradshaw, Fredericksburgh, buried 20 Feb 1797.

1797

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Bradshaw,

John

 

Obituary - THE LATE JOHN BRADSHAW -

Tamworth - On Friday night, September 11th, about 11.50 o’clock, there passed away an old and much respected citizen, in the person of Mr. John Bradshaw.  Deceased moved to Tamworth nine years ago, and prior to his coming here, he had spent practically all his former life in or near Roblin. His life there, as well as here, had always been very quiet and reserved.  He was a member of the United Church and before the union, was a Methodist.  He was always known to be a kind and loving husband and father.  Mr. Bradshaw only lacked three months of being eighty-one years of age and while he had been in failing health for sometime he was never known to complain, and when the call came he merely slept to awaken in the Great Beyond.  He leaves to mourn his loss, his sorrowing widow, two daughters and four sons,  Mrs. Geo. Garrager, Roblin, Hawley Bradshaw, Roblin;  J. W. Bradshaw, Tamworth;  Robert Bradshaw, Rochester, NY.; Mrs. Tom. Deline, Roblin; and Edward Bradshaw, at home;  and one son Clare, who predeceased him fourteen years ago.  The funeral was held in Roblin United Church and Rev. A. D. Waite preached a very fitting sermon, and was assisted by Rev. M. Oliver.  The pall-bearers were Messrs. Finley Bell, W. S. Wagar, Stan Brown, Clare Wagar, Harvey Rose, W. G. Richmond.

 

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Brandon,

Jean Marjorie

BRANDON - At North Fredericksburgh, on Sunday March 14th , 1920, Jean Marjorie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Brandon, aged 9 months and 7 days.

Daily British Whig, Kingston

Mar 29, 1920

Brandon,

Margaret

BRANDON - On Friday, 28th ult., Margaret, beloved wife of James H. Brandon, of Morris township, and sister-in-law of Rev. W. J. Brandon, of Henfryn, aged 33.  Her end was peace.

Sept 16 1885

Christian Guardian

Brandon,

William B.

 

WILLIAM B. BRANDON KILLED AT FRONT -

Word was received that Mr. Wm. B. Brandon, formerly of this place, was killed at the front, on Nov. 17th.

Pte. Brandon enlisted in Humboldt in January, 1915, with the 53rd Battalion.  He went overseas that same summer, and while in England transferred to the mechanical transport and was driving an ambulance till January 1916, when he was sent to France, where he was also driving a motor ambulance, for the third clearing station.  About June of this year he was again transferred, this time to the third Canadian division supply, being driving a truck conveying supplies to the front.  As far as is known, he was still thus engaged when he was killed, being no doubt hit by an enemy shell. 

Pte. Wm. B. Brandon was a young man of only 30 years of age, having been born near Napanee, on July 3rd, 1887.  He went west to Humboldt in 1908, after having completed a business course at the business college in Belleville.  He was married to Mary Edith Waddell on January 30th, 1912, and besides his young wife he also leaves two little children, Thomas, aged five, and Isla, aged three, to mourn the loss of a husband and a father who now lies buried on the battlefields of Flanders.   He is also survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Brandon, at Napanee;  three sisters, Mrs. M. Hawley and Mrs. Geo. Sampson, at Napanee;  Mrs. Wm. Shell, at Kelowna, B. C.; and one brother Jno. Q. Brandon, Humboldt, Sask.

 

ca 1917

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Breault,

Charles Edmund

 

CHARLES EDMUND BREAULT -

On Wednesday, August 19th, death called to his final rest, Charles Edmund Breault, youngest son of Anna Amey Youmans and Baptiste Breault, of Centreville.  He was born seventy-nine years ago on the homestead here and was well known and a much respected citizen of the surrounding communities.  He took a keen interest in the affairs of the community, being a charter member of L.O.L. No. 756 and was associated with the Board of Health of the Township Council.  He was a member of the United Church, at Wesley, and a Conservative in politics. In the year 1883, he married Flora K. Huffman, of Tamworth.  One son predeceased him several years ago and besides his widow who is left to mourn his passing, there are three sons, Wilmott and Meachan, at home, Louis, of Upsala Ontario;  also two daughters, Mrs. Rev. Tait, of Campbellford and Mrs. Vernon Paul of Napanee.  The funeral, which was conducted by his pastor, Rev. T. H. P. Anderson, held in Centreville Church, was largely attended and speaks for the high esteem in which he was held by his neighbors and friends.  The Orange Order had charge of the burial.

 

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Breault,

Willmot

 

Breault, Willmot - Suddenly at the Kingston General Hospital on Thursday July 30, 1964, Willmot Breault, beloved husband of Kathleen Cook and dear father of Paul, Kingston, in his 71st year.  Rested at the Wartman Funeral Home, Napanee, for funeral service on Saturday, August 1 at Newburgh United Church at 3 p.m.  Rev. Clarence Stanford officiated.  Interment Centreville Cemetery.

 

Napanee

Beaver

Aug 5 1964

Breckenridge,

Alexander

 

THE LATE ALEXANDER BRECKENRIDGE -  A sad gloom was cast over this community on Easter Sunday morning when it became known that the venerable old gentleman, Mr. Alexander Breckenridge, of Little Creek, had passed away.  Although his death was not unexpected for some time past, he held all his faculties till near the last.  He was born at Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland, on March 10th, 1810, and accordingly had passed the century mark.  He indeed had a wonderful intellect and memory for a man of his age, and his many friends more that enjoyed many hours listening to his tales concerning the Highlands of his dear old Scotland.  With his wife, Miss Robona McGill, who preceded him to the grave some twenty seven years ago, and three of his family, he set sail for Canada in 1854, and after a very rough three months voyage he landed in  Kingston, and took up farming near Colinsbay, and thence to Amherst Island when it was yet but a forest.  He resided at Little Creek on the farm upon which he died for the past thirty five years, most of which he was very active, and was widely known in the district.  Some five years ago he received his second sight, and it was wonderful to hear him read without any aid from glasses.  Although he never took any active part in politics he was always relied upon as a staunch supporter of the Liberal party.  He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, and the Rev. Mr. Conn conducted the funeral services at his home on Tuesday, March 20th.  His family consisted of Alexander Jr. and David who died some few years ago, John of British Columbia, and James and Annie, on the old homestead.  His pallbearers were Messrs. J. F. Smith, Alf. Kent, Jas. Dillenbeck, G. M. Card, A. Herrington and A. Bowen.  The funeral was largely attended and his remains were placed in the Western cemetery vault to await interment in the family plot.  

 

1910

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Brennan,

Barnabas

 

DIED - At Adolphustown, on Thursday last, Mr. Barnabus Brennan, for many years an inhabitant of Kingston, aged 44 years.

 

DIED - At Adolphustown, on Thursday last, the 14th inst., Mr. BARNABAS BRENNAN, for many years a resident of Kingston, merchant, aged 44 years.

Mr. B. was a native of Ireland, but came to this Province in 1816, where he has resided ever since.  Having been an acceptable member of the Methodist church before he came to the place, he soon attached himself to the Society in Kingston, in which he has sustained, with distinguished zeal and ability, several responsible situations, but for the greatest portion of time that of Recording Steward, in the faithful discharge of the duties of which he did honor to his head and his heart.  He was also superintendent of a large Sabbath School for several years, for the spiritual prosperity of which his ardor and zeal were untiring;  and in all the relations in which he stood to the church, he endeared himself to his brethren by the strict integrity and singleness of heart with which he was ever guided.  - In June last, he came to the resolution of retiring from the town, and settling himself in the country, for which purpose he purchased a pleasantly situated farm on Hay Bay in Adolphustown;  but previous to his removal there, was suddenly attacked by a paralytic affection, from which he never recovered, but which continued, from time to time, with increased violence, rendering him incapable of attending, with few exceptions, to his temporal concerns.  But the immortal, deathless spirit, was still ripening fro eternal joys, and it may be truly said of our deceased brother, the he did “in patience possess his soul,” for not a murmur, or single word of repining was known to escape his lips, from the time of his first severe attack till he resigned his soul, in the triumphs of faith, into the hands of his Redeemer. - Much might be said, for the encouragement of Christians, respecting the deceased, but which would occupy too great a space of your interesting paper  suffice it, therefore, to say, that he lived a consistent Christian, and has left a wife, several children, and a numerous circle of  friends to mourn, but not without hope, their exceeding great loss;  but which, it is confidently believed, will prove his infinite and eternal gain.  His funeral took place on Sunday last, at the residence of his father-in-law, Mr. Nicholas Peterson, Sen., on Hay Bay, which was numerously attended; and the universal sympathy of feeling manifested on the occasion, showed the high esteem in which he was held by those who had the pleasure of his acquaintance.  - “Let me die the death of the righteous, let my last end be like his.” 

The Christian Guardian will confer a favor by inserting the above.

 

Jan 20 1836

British Whig

 

Jan 20 1836

Kingston Gazette

Brennan,

D. Philip

 

BRENNAN – At War Hospital, Norwich, England, on November 12th, Lieutenant D. Philip Brennan, Royal Air Force, formerly R.N.A.S., dearly beloved eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Brennan, 144 Cole St. Antoine road, Westmount, aged 21 years five months.  Burial at Picton, Ontario on arrival of body.

 

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Brisco,

Benjamin

BRISCO – In Ernesttown, on Friday, Nov 24th, 1911, Benjamin Brisco, aged 66 years, 9 months and 9 days.

1911

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Brisco,

Hannah Almira

   * see Aylsworth, Hannah Almira*

 

Brisco,

Robt. McIntyre

BRISCO – In Napanee, Friday, 12th Jany., Robt. McIntyre Brisco, aged 63 years and 7 months.

1906

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bristol,

Catherine

 

BRISTOL, Mrs. Catherine, was born Sept 16 1799, married John W. Bristol July 16 1816, and died in Fredericksburgh May 30 1860, predeceased by three children, survived by her husband and six children.

 

Nov 7 1860

Death Notices - Christian Guardian

Bristol,

Frances

(nee Harper)

 

Mrs. L. W. Bristol, who died at Portland, Oregon, on Monday, 2d inst. was Miss Frances E. J. Harper, daughter of the late Rev. W. F. S. Harper, many years Rector of Bath, and only sister of Mr. J. F. Harper, of Kingston, formerly of the Merchants Bank of Canada.  Mr. Bristol is a brother of the late Dr. Amos Bristol, of Napanee.

 

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bristol,

Orpah

 

BRISTOL, Orpah, daughter of John W. and Catherine Bristol of Fredericksburgh, was born March 15 1838, and died at the home of her brother-in-law William Dowling of Cobourg, April 7 1860, survived by her parents, brothers and sister. Orpah had gone to Cobourg for a liberal education.

 

May 2 1860

Death Notices - Christian Guardian

Bristol,

Peter

At Napanee, on Sunday, May 15th 1915, Peter Bristol, aged 94 years, 4 months and 19 days.

1915

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bristol,

Ruth B.

   * see Asselstine, Ruth B.*

 

Bristow,

Emma Elizabeth

   * see Brooks, Emma Elizabeth*

 

Bristow,

Hannah Tugwell

BRISTOW – At Napanee on Monday, May 28th, 1917, Hannah Tugwell, beloved wife of W. H. Bristow, aged 7- years and 4 months

1917

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Bristow,

Thomas Butland

 

BRISTOW – At Napanee on Monday, March 19th, Thomas Butland, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Bristow. 

[Birth notice above – At Napanee on  Thursday March 15th, to Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Bristow, a son}

 

From the Watson Scrapbooks

Britt,

Carleton

 

BRITT - Suddenly in Collins Bay on Sunday, January 24, 1965, Carleton Britt, beloved husband of Mildred J. Wartman and dear brother of Miles and Mrs. Roy Wheeler (Cora).  Funeral will take place from the James Reid Funeral Home on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock to Cataraqui Cemetery.  Friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend.  Parking in rear of Chapel off Brock street.  Masonic Service will be held on Tuesday evening at 8 o’clock Prince Arthur Lodge, Odessa.  Sister Lodges are invited to attend.

 

Jan 25 1965

Kingston

Whig Standard

Brooks,

Emma Elizabeth

(nee Bristow)

BROOKS - At Sillsville, on Monday April 24th , 1951, Emma Elizabeth Bristow, widow of the late Charles R. Brooks, in her 82nd  year.

1951

From Mrs. Walter Paul's scrapbook

Brown,

Anna Mary

BROWN - At Whitby, on Wednesday, January 23rd, 1924, Anna Mary Brown.  Funeral at Napanee, on Saturday on arrival of noon train.

1924

Newspaper Clipping

Brown,

Annie Maria

  * see Fretze, Annie Maria  *

 

Brown,

Charles J.

 

At North Fredericksburgh, on Wed. Sept. 6, 1916, Charles J. Brown, aged 79 years, 5 months and 25 days.

 

1916

Brown-Amey

Family

Records

Brown,

David Aylsworth

 

On Monday evening, November 21, 1932, death claimed as its victim, a dearly loved son and brother, in the person of David Aylsworth Brown, a well known and highly respected resident of North Fredericksburgh, in his 62nd  year. Although never very robust from infancy, his parents were always considerate and with a great deal of kindness and care, his health improved. During the last few years, he had enjoyed fairly good health with the exception of occasional heart attacks. It was one of these attacks which resulted in his sudden passing. Since the death of his father, the late Charles Jacob Brown, on September 6th  1916, he and his widowed mother lived a good deal of the time alone on the old Brown homestead, near Fredericksburgh station, and his sudden passing was a terrible shock to his aged mother. He was a true lover of nature and was especially interested in poultry, gardening and flowers, and made a success of these hobbies. He was of a kind, gentle and thoughtful nature, always earnest and true and ready to give assistance, always being more ready to give than to receive; a truly devoted son. His funeral was held at the home Thursday November 24th  and was conducted by his pastor, the Rev. R. W. Street, Morven United Church. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Fralick sang a beautiful duet, "Sometime We Will Understand". The body was laid to rest in the family plot at Morven. Besides his aged and heart-broken mother, who passed away shortly after his death, he left to mourn his loss four sisters, Mrs. B.S. VanAystyne; Mrs. S. A. Amey; Mrs. J.C. Parrott and Mrs. J. S. Amey. The homestead was handed down from his grandfather, Sergt. David Bucklin Brown. In its early days it was renowned for its woollen and saw mills. His son, Charles, learned the carriage making and opened up a shop at Centreville, but after the death of his father, returned to the home and became one of the most prosperous farmers of his time. He married Theresa Clancy, daughter of William Clancy of Newburgh. Both Charles and his son David were born and died on the homestead. His ancestors came to America on the Mayflower and settled near Bath. Two brothers, Sergt. David Bucklin Brown, who married the daughter of Col. Isaac Fraser and afterwards acquired the property at Fredericksburgh, and James Brown, who settled in the Limestone City. Three other brothers settled in the States. General Jacob Brown, was commander-in-chief of the American Army during the early Mexican War, losing his life at Brownsville, Texas. Fort Brown was named in his honor across the Rio Grande from Mexico. Another brother an English Church clergyman settled in Rhode Island, a descendant of whom John Nicholas Brown founded Brown University. The other brother, Lieut. Brown settled in Massachussetts. Of the two families who settled in Canada, Dr. M. J. Brown, Kingston and Charles Jacob Brown, of Fredericksburgh, were spared to within a few months of each other.

 

1932

From Mrs. Walter Paul's scrapbook

Brown,

David Wells

 

At Chambers, on Saturday, January 2nd, 1909, David Wells Brown, aged 61 years and 6 months.

 

1909

Brown-Amey

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Brown,

Eleanor

   * see Hinch, Eleanor *

 

Brown,

John

At South Fredericksburgh on Friday, Feb. 22nd  1918 John Brown, aged 75 years, 9 months, 13 days.

1918

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Brown,

Mary

   * see Post, Mary *

 

Brown,

Miriam Ann

BROWN - At Adolphustown, Wednesday, 2d Dec., Miriam Ann Brown, relict of the late Lewis Brown aged 69 years

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Brown,

Samuel S.

 

OBITUARY - Samuel S. Brown

On December 30th, 1927, after a protracted illness of several months, Mr. Samuel S. Brown passed away, at the age of 49 years.

The deceased had been a resident of this district all his life, and his quiet, pleasant, lovable disposition, had won for him a host of friends.  His untimely death is much to be regretted, for it has taken him from his loving wife and baby son, and the whole community suffers the loss of a most loyal, worthy and respected citizen.

Besides his wife and baby son, he leaves to mourn his loss, four brothers, Wm., of Lime Lake;  George, Thomas and James, of Ebenezer, and two sisters, Mrs. Wm. Metcalfe, of the West, and Mrs. Wm. English, of Shannonville.

The funeral service which was largely attended, was held in Ebenezer Church, Rev. M. Sharpe, a former pastor, officiating.  The bearers were W. Whiteman, G. Provins, J. Doyle, C. Anderson, C. Mastin and H. Mastin.  Rev. Mr. Sharpe took for his text, “Behold I show you a mystery”.  God’s ways are not our ways and He will provide a way.  We know the departed never lost his trust in God, through all his illness, for he left a message to his sorrowing wife, “Trust in God and follow on.”

Ebenezer Church has indeed lost a very useful member, for he loved the Church he had been brought up in and never hesitated to respond to any call made on him.  In the choir his assistance was freely given.  For a number of years he was superintendent of the Sunday School, and also taught a class of young boys.  He loved the young people and never forgot to give an encouraging word.  He was a faithful member of the Orange Lodge, being Master of the Ebenezer Lodge, 974, and Chaplain of the black Order.

To the sorrowing friends, the whole community extends their deepest sympathy and remembering the beautiful words of the anthem rendered by the choir, “Meekly Wait and Murmur Not.”

 

1927

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Brown,

Theressa

(nee Clancy)

 

Theressa Clancy Brown, widow of the late Charles J. Brown, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. D. Parrott, Odessa, on February 13th , 1933, after an illness of about three weeks, was one of Morven's oldest and most respected residents. Mrs. Brown was a daughter of the late William Clancy of Newburgh. She had the rare distinction of being one of triplets, one of whom, Jacob Pool, died in 1898, and another, William Harve, died in infancy. Deceased who was in her 91st  year, was a member of Morven United Church. All her life, she had been associated with the Methodist and later with the United Church. In August 1868, she married Charles Jacob Brown and for 64 years she resided on the Brown homestead. Mr. Brown predeceased her in 1916. She was a great lover of flowers and music, and as a girl attended singing school and sang in the choir. Even when very ill, she asked for her favorite songs and joined in the singing. Her prime interest was in homemaking, and in every sense was a helpmate, a loyal mother, and wife. Her husband set a high value on her judgement, and it was this harmony that brought them success and happiness. She was perpetually young and delighted in sharing her pleasures and having her friends in her home. She was a good friend, a notable mother and was loved for her cheerful spirit and happy outlook on life. Her flowers were a source of delight to her in her declining years, she loved them all; her tall palm she had watched grow from a seedling, and so many choice plants inside and outside the home. The sudden death of her son was a great shock but she did her best to bear up under the strain. Last Christmas was spent in the old home with her family, after which she went to spend the winter with her daughter. On January 22nd, she celebrated her 90th birthday. Many friends called to extend congratulations and gifts and greetings were received from far and near. A few days after her birthday she was taken ill and despite all loving hands could do, she gradually slipped away at her master's call. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Dr. Fletcher of Odessa, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.C. Parrott and interment was made at the family plot in Morven. At the service, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Fralick friends of the family, sang a beautiful duet. Surviving are four daughters - Mrs. B. S Vanalstyne, Mrs. S. A. Amey, Mrs. J.C. Parrott and Mrs. J. S. Amey, three sisters, Mrs. A.M. Asselstine, Winnipeg, Mrs. R Richards, Toronto, Mrs. R. Phillips, Tacoma Wash, and one brother, Solomon Clancy at Newburgh.

 

1933

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Brown,

T.M.

BROWN – At his residence, 66 Portland Street, Toronto, Ont., on July 17 1905, T.M. Brown aged 38 years.

1905

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Brownson,

Samuel

Samuel Brownson, the eldest, Fredericksburgh, buried 16 May 1809.

1809

Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814

Buchanan,

Mrs. James

(nee Campbell)

 

MRS. JAMES BUCHANAN -  Daughter of Mr. G. C. Campbell, of Forester’s Falls, was suddenly removed from earth to heaven on the 18th of March, 1886.  She was born at Forester’s Falls on the 11th of October, 1856. She gave her heart to her Saviour when only a child, and through her life, which was short, “lived her God to love, her God to glorify.”  On the 19th of March, 1879, she was united in marriage to Mr. James Buchanan, of Beachburg, who now deeply mourns his loss, and whom we hope will one day meet her in that glorious world above where husbands and wives and loved ones, who have died in the Lord, meet to part no more.  How often death takes those who seem to be the most valuable in the home circle, in the Church and in society;  it seems so in this case.  She was one of those devoted wives and mothers who make home bright, happy and blessed.  Nearly two years ago she was seized with bronchitis, which finally turned to consumption, and though everything which medical skill and a self sacrificing, devoted, loving husband and kind sister could do was done, yet she passed away from earth and left grief stricken ones behind.  but, though dead, her influence for good while living still remains.  Her sick-room was not saddened with doubts and fears, but was brightened with the assurance of the presence and blessing of Jesus.  She could say, “The blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth me from all sin.”  She was anxious to live with her husband and little boy, whom she loved so dearly;  yet she could say, “Thy will be done.”  She had no fear of death.  She said that very often she thought that she was as happy as she could live, and it seemed to her at times as if she could see her Saviour in her room.  [signed] Wm. Knox

 

May 12 1886

The Christian Guardian

Budd,

Permilla

 

Died – BUDD – At Napanee, on Monday Aug 31st 1891, Permilla Budd, aged 61 years.

 

Sept 11 1891

Napanee

Express

Burley,

William

At Napanee, on Monday June 9th, 1919, William Burley, aged 91 years and 5 months.

1919

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Burlingham,

Rossie

(nee Evans)

 

MRS. ROSCOE BURLINGHAM – After only four days’ illness from “flu” and pneumonia, Rossie Evans, wife of Roscoe Burlingham, passed away at their home, 815 Bloor St. W., Toronto, on Thursday, February 19th.  Mrs. Burlingham was a daughter of the late Dr. Evans, of Picton, and granddaughter of the late J. N. Carter, also of his town.  Her early life was spent in Picton and Wellington, but she had resided in Toronto for some years.  Mrs. Burlingham is survived by her husband.  The funeral service was held at her home on Friday evening, and the remains were brought to Picton on Saturday afternoon, where interment was made in Glenwood Cemetery.

 

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Burrows,

Frederick

 

Aged Teacher Passes at Age of 91.

Frederick Burrows Served under Ryerson Regime.

One of the appointees as Public School Inspector by the late Dr. Egerton Ryerson, Frederick Burrows, 78 Chelsea Avenue, Toronto, died on Saturday at 91.  He and his wife lived in wedded bliss for over 68 years.   Mr. Burrows was born in Toronto, and for ten years was a teacher at the Bath Academy in the Bay of Quinte district.  At the age of 30, he was made Public School Inspector for Lennox and Addington County and was the youngest of seventy-one inspectors to be appointed in Ontario by the late Dr. Ryerson.   Thirty six years after his promotion as Inspector in 1871, Mr. Burrows retired, and since that time he and his wife had been living quietly in their native city.  He married in 1863.  He was 21 and his wife 18.  Mr. Burrows took a great interest in his former pupils, and his only regret was that most of them were scattered all over the globe.  On the occasion of his last birthday, several of his old pupils called on him to offer their congratulations.  Poetry attracted the aged educationist and one of his poems were published in 1928 in the March issue of the Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society.  His talent in verse was developed during three sad years of his life when he lost his sight, and could no longer read.  An operation brought back his sight, and he returned to his beloved books with even greater interest than before. 

Surviving are his widow and four children.  Alfred is the head of the Geological Department of the Provincial Bureau of Mines.  George is a medical practioner in Marlbank, Ontario;  Arthur is in Vancouver and their only surviving daughter, Mrs. W. Sexsmith is also in Vancouver.  The late Herbert Burrows, a former news editor of the world who died in 1904, was a son.  Twelve grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren also survive.  - -  Toronto Telegram

The remains were brought to Napanee on Tuesday and interment took place in Riverview Cemetery.

 

OBITUARY - THE LATE FREDERICK BURROWS -

The late Frederick Burrows was born in Toronto, in 1842, of Irish and Scotch decent, was educated in public and grammar schools, and the Provincial Normal School at Toronto.  He taught school first at the age of 16 years, and between teaching engagements, furthered his education.  He taught school in several places near Toronto and Kingston.  He was head-master of the historic Bath Academy, and while teaching there received an appointment as Public School Inspector for the counties of Lennox and Addington in the Dr. Ryerson regime.  He was the youngest of the inspectors appointed at that time.  He served as Inspector for many years, with distinction, Napanee being his headquarters.  During this time he was ever trying to raise the status of the county schools, and had a keen sympathy for the young teachers of that day and gave many a helping hand in conducting their classes.

During early years, travelling in the far north was difficult and hazardous, and accommodation was poor.  Often the north section had to be visited on horseback and roads were impassable.  Frequently accommodation was obtained at lumber camps and many stories were told of the rough but kindly shantymen.

During his inspectorate he had many special appointments from the Department of Education, including, examiner at the Deaf and Dumb Institute, Belleville, and at normal schools.

All through his life he was a great student, surrounded by books.  After retiring in 1907, after 49 years in educational life, he kept up his studies.  He was fondest of literature and poetry and many excellent poems have been written by him..  Just before his death, he had prepared a private edition of poems, as gifts for his many friends.

He married Miss Lucinda Barrett, of Wolfe island.

He is survived by many decendants, including a widow, three sons, Dr. George Burrows, Marlbank, ont., Wilson Burrows, Cloverdale, B.C., and Dr. Alfred burrows, Toronto’  and one daughter, Mattie, (Mrs. C.G. Sexsmith), Vancouver, B.C.

 

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Burrows,

Herbert

 

OBITUARY – HERBERT BURROWS – Eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred. Burrows, died at Kingston on Monday last, 25th April, aged 39 years and 10 months.  Deceased was cut off in the midst of a prosperous and useful life, and his bereaved widow and sorrowing parents and brothers and sister have the heartfelt sympathy of the whole community.  For two years, previous to his sickness, deceased held the important position of private secretary to the Hon. J. R. Stratton.  Previous to that he had held responsible positions as a Hansard reporter, and on the staff of the Toronto Globe Mail and World, and was for some years managing editor of the latter. Under his management the World was never more popular and prosperous.  His illness, mental collapse, came on very suddenly, and although everything was done that medical science could prescribe, he continued to fail until the end came on Monday.  Deceased was an unusually clever boy, and in later years developed a great ability in the profession he adopted.  Whatever he took in hand was carried out with all the energy and ability Providence had so abundantly endowed him, and his death cuts short what promised to be a most useful and successful career.  Deceased was married about nineteen years ago to Miss Maggie McKay, daughter of the late Donald McKay, Owen Sound, but formerly of Napanee, who survives.  Four brothers, Dr. G. Burrows, Marlbank;  Arthur, in the west;  Alfred, Belleville;  Frank, New York, and one sister, Mrs. C. G. Sexsmith, of New Westminster, besides his sorrowing parents, mourn the death of a loving son and brother.  The funeral took place on Wednesday from his father’s residence, Robert Street, to the Western vault.  The casket was covered by beautiful wreaths and flowers from Toronto, Hamilton and other places, including one from Hon. J. R. Stratton, Provincial Secretary.  On Wednesday Mrs. Burrows received the following dispatch from Ottawa:

Ottawa 27th April, 1904 – Mrs. Herbert Burrows, Napanee – Dear Madame – The Parliamentary Press Gallery desire to express its sympathy in your bereavement. – Chas. A. Mathewson, Pres., H.F. Gadsby, Secty.

 

1904

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Burrows,

Lucinda

(nee Barrett)

 

OBITUARY - THE LATE MRS. F. BURROWS -

On Saturday, November 5th, 1932, Mrs. Frederick Burrows passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. G. Sexsmith, in Vancouver B.C.  Mrs. Frederick Burrows was formerly Miss Lucinda Barrett, and was born on Wolfe Island.  Her husband was the late Frederick Burrows, for many years Public School Inspector for Napanee and district.  On retiring as School Inspector, Mr. and Mrs. Burrows removed to Toronto.  There they resided until the death of Mr. Burrows, November 7th, last year.  Shortly after his death, Mrs. Burrows went to Vancouver and lived with her daughter.  The body will be brought to Napanee on Thursday for burial.  There are left to survive, three sons;  Dr. George Burrows, of Marlbank;  Arthur, of Cloverdale, B.C.  and Dr. Alfred, who is the head of the Geological Bureau of Mines for Ontario.  Mrs. G. S. Sexsmith, of Vancouver is a daughter.  The late Herbert Burrows, a former news editor of the Toronto World, was also a son.  In addition to the children there are left twelve grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

 

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Robert

Burrows, - In Thurlow, on Monday, Nov 20 1905, Robert Burrows, aged 71 years

1905

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Busby,

Alice

(nee Pringle)

 

The Late Mrs. W. H. Busby -

After being confined to her bed about four weeks, Mrs. W. H. Busby passed away at her home on the Belleville Road, in Napanee, on Wednesday of last week.  For seven years she had been a resident of Napanee.  With her husband, the late W. H. Busby, who passed away in March, 1935,  she came to Napanee after retiring from the farm at Forest Mills, in 1929.

Mrs. Busby, who, before her marriage, was Alice Pringle, was born nearly 68 years ago near West Plain and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Miles Pringle.  Until her marriage she lived at home with her parents, and later lived at Lime Lake, Roblin and Forest Mills.  Since coming to Napanee, Miss Hazel Sexsmith had made her home with her grandparents, and with Mrs. Sidney Busby, a daughter-in-law of the deceased had given Mrs. Busby every care and attention, during her long illness.

The late Mrs. Busby is survived by one daughter, Hattie, Mrs. E. Sexsmith.  Her only son, Sidney, died in March, 1932.  She is also survived by two brothers, W. J. Pringle at West Plain and Calvin in Manitoba, and two sisters, Mrs. Dafoe and Mrs. Baker, both in Saskatchewan.  A brother and a sister predeceased her some years ago.

Her funeral was held at Grace United Church of which Mrs. Busby had been a member since coming to Napanee, on Friday afternoon, with Rev. R.T. Richards in charge.  The body was placed in Riverview vault to await interment.

The pall-bearers were Charles Pringle, Enos Pringle, Mark Pringle, Stewart Mowers, Hayner Waite and William Morgan.

 

Death of Mrs. Busby -

A former well known resident of the township of Richmond and for the past seven years a resident of Napanee, Mrs. W. H. Busby, passed away at her home, Belleville road on Wednesday and the funeral will take place from her late residence on Friday afternoon to Grace United Church after which the remains will be placed in Riverview vault, with interment later.

The deceased who was in her 60th year, was born at Roblin, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Miles Pringle.  With the exception of the past seven years her entire life had been spent in her native township and she was held in  very high esteem by a wide circle of friends.

Mr. and Mrs. Busby on coming to Napanee transferred their membership to Grace United Church, but owing to deafness the latter was unable to attend the past few years.  Mr. Busby passed away a year ago this month.  A brother Sidney died eleven years ago and a sister, Mrs. Yorke passed away twenty-nine years ago.  Four years ago Mrs. Busby suffered a sad bereavement in the death of her son, Sidney.

Surviving is an only daughter, Mrs. Edward Sexsmith of Newburg, two brothers, W. G. Pringle of Roblin and Calvin Pringle of Manitoba.

[Note:  age is given as 68 in one obituary and 60 in another.]

 

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Busby,

Sidney John

 

SIDNEY JOHN BUSBY

The angel of death came into our neighborhood Friday evening March 11th, and took from our midst a loving husband, son, brother, and neighbor, in the person of Sidney Busby.  He had been enjoying good health until one week previous to his passing, when he was taken ill, and although everything was done that loving hands could do and medical assistance provide, he passed into the Great Beyond, a ransomed soul.  Happy to meet and be with his Saviour. His passing came as a great shock to everyone.  Sid, as we all knew him, had lived all his brief life in our midst, being born on November 14th, 1894.  He lived with his parents on the old homestead, situated a short distance from the place where he resided at the time of his passing , and although his brief span of life seemed all too short, he had endeared himself to each and everyone by his fine Christian qualities, manly principles,, loving and unselfish disposition.

On March 19th, 1919, he married Bessie Baird, of Anderson, who is left to mourn a loving husband.  His parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Busby, of Napanee, one sister, Mrs. Edward Sexsmith, and a niece, Hazel Sexsmith, of Wesley are left to mourn a dutiful son, brother and uncle as well as the surrounding community, where he will be missed by all.  He was a general favorite where ever he chanced to be, having for the past few years filled the office of secretary for School Section No. 8, a position he filled admirably, and with general satisfaction to all.  He was also employed and satisfactorily served the township of Richmond in road construction work and later did much valuable work along the same line for the county of Lennox.

The funeral assembled at his residence, near Forest Mills, and proceeded to Selby United Church, where they were joined by a large number of friends who had gathered to pay their final tribute.  The service was conducted by his pastor, Rev. A. C. Oliver, assisted by Rev. Foley, of Selby, who gave a very comforting and soul inspiring discourse.  The text was taken from Samuel I, 20th Chapter, 3rd verse  “There is but a step between Me and Death”  together with the reading of the 90th Psalm and a well chosen selection by the Forest Mills Choir, and the well known number “My Saviour First of All”, ably rendered by W. Davis, concluded the service that seemed to blend the sympathies of man with the divine compassion.  From there the cortege proceeded to Riverview vault, Napanee, where interment will take place later.  The pall-bearers were Frank, Fred and Charley McFarlane, Harry Pringle, Alex. Collins and Ernest Kerr.

The many floral tributes were carried by David Garrick, Ambrose Switzer, Percy Pringle and Wilbert Bush.

“Asleep in Jesus, Blessed sheep

From which none ever wake to weep.”

 

Death of Sidney Busby

The death of Sidney Busby which took place at his home at Forest Mills on Friday evening came as a shock to his relatives and many friends throughout this district.  A man only thirty-eight years of age and one of the best known of the younger farmers in Richmond Township, his illness had been of a few days duration.  A little over a week ago, he was taken ill with jaundice and since that time other complications had set in, and for two days preceding his death his condition had been very low.  A son of Mr. and Mrs. William Busby, he was born in the Township of Richmond, and followed in the footsteps of his father, that of farming, and after his parents had moved to Napanee some few years ago, he assumed charge of the old homestead.

He was a frequent visitor to Napanee, was exceptionally well-known and had a wide circle of friends, by whom he was held in the highest of esteem.

Several years ago he was united in marriage to Bessie Baird, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Edward Baird of Anderson.  About five years ago, Mrs. Baird was very ill for a considerable time and was in the Kingston General Hospital for several weeks.  He was a member of the United Church, and the high regard in which he was held was evidenced on Sunday afternoon when the United Church at Selby was filled with relatives and friends for the funeral service.  After the service the funeral cortege proceeded to Napanee where interment took place.  Besides his aged parents, who reside on the Belleville Road, he leaves his widow, also one sister, Mrs. Sexsmith of Wesley.  Mrs. George Chalk, Bridge street is a sister of Mrs. Baird.  A considerable number from Napanee attended the funeral service.

 

BUSBY - In loving memory of Sidney Busby, who passed away on March 11th, 1932.

(signed - wife, parents, sisters)

 

1932

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Busby,

William Henry

 

William H. Busby Dies at Age 78 - 

He Had Resided on the Belleville Road Near Napanee-

NAPANEE, March 11. -  A resident of Napanee for the past six years, the death occurred at his home Belleville road on Friday afternoon of William Henry Busby in his 78th year.  Just a week previous to his death, the deceased suffered a slight stroke, and since then his condition had steadily declined.

Mr. Busby was a son of Alexander Busby and Ann Perry, the parents having come to Canada from the Emerald Isle and locating in the Thomasburg district having secured a homestead from the government.  Mr. Busby was born at Lime Lake where he resided for 43 years after which he with Mrs. Busby and family moved to Roblin where they spent two and a half years.

They then left for Forest Mills where they resided for twenty-seven years when owning to declining years they came to Napanee to enjoy a well earned rest, having purchased a home on the Belleville road.  Mr. Busby throughout his life time had been a successful farmer.

the deceased was the last survivor of a family of eight and of this number five lived past seventy-five years while two of the five had reached the eighties.  The deceased was a member of Grace United Church and attended regularly until his hearing became impaired.  Although the parents of the deceased were Anglican, Mr. Busby was converted to the Methodist faith at Forest Mils when a young man and continued in that faith.

Mrs. Busby before her marriages was Miss Alice Pringle of Westplain and the death of Mr. Busby dissolved a marriage which took place 46 years ago. Two children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Busby, a son Sidney having passed away three years ago.  Surviving are Mrs. Busby and a daughter Mrs. Edward Sexsmith of Wesley.

The funeral service was held on Sunday afternoon to Grace United Church and was conducted by Rev. R. T. Richards.  Friends in large numbers from Lime Lake, Roblin and Forest Mills were in attendance evidencing the esteem in which Mr. Busby was held.  Several floral tributes were on the casket.  After the service the cortege proceeded to Riverview vault, the interment to be made in the family plot in the spring.

 

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Bush,

David F. B.

 

BUSH, David F. B., On Monday evening, 2 young men, JAMES PRIME, in his 24th  year, and DAVID F. B. BUSH, in his 18th  year, went skating in the front of Fredericksburgh twp. Passing Mr. McKenzie's farm, between his house and the house of Mr. Campbell, they fell through the ice and were drowned. Their funeral was on February 24th .

 

Mar 16 1842

Death Notices - Christian Guardian

Bush,

Mrs. Henry

 

Death at Lapum’s - Wilton, April 18 - Mrs. Henry Bush, Lapum’s , who had been rapidly failing the last few months, a sufferer from tuberculosis, passed away, Thursday.  Besides her husband, she leaves one daughter, Mrs. F. Brown, and four sons, Sidney and Stanley, at home;  Cyrus; Camden East, and Walter, Toronto.  The funeral, conducted Sunday morning, to the Methodist church, here, was largely attended.

 

The Weekly British Whig

Kingston

Apr  20 1911

Bush,

Walter C.

 

LIEUT. WALTER C. BUSH.

Died of Wounds in France, April 29, 1917.

Lieut. Walter bush was born near Wilton, in the township of Ernesttown, on March 25th, 1892. From early boyhood he showed great inclination for soldiering which increased as he grew older, until, as soon as old enough, he joined the 47th Frontenac Regiment.  In the year 1911 he passed through the Royal School of Infantry, obtaining his Lieutenancy, and returning the following year, 1912, was again successful and was gazetted to the rank of Captain.

He was always kindly disposed, thoroughly dependable and a fine manly character, respected and esteemed by all, being especially a favorite with the boys.  When it was decided to organize the boy Scouts at Camden East, he was the unanimous choice of the boys for the office of scoutmaster, and his work and influence among them will not be easily forgotten.  In September, 1916, he enlisted for overseas service in the 146th, being gazetted to the rank of Lieutenant, and on April 29th, 1917, died of wounds in France.  Many inquiries have been received as to the exact cause of his death.  The undernoted letters, received by his brother, Sydney, Bush, supply the answer:

 

April 29th, 1917

Dear Mr. Bush -

It is with the greatest regret that I have to tell you of your brother’s death.  He was in his dugout with his Company Commander, Major Cooper (who was instantly killed), about 7 p.m.  This was located near some of our 4.5 howitzer batteries, and the Germans started shelling one of these positions, during which one of the shells fell short and hit the dugout.  Your brother was taken out unconscious and lived until the next day, but never recovered consciousness.

We buried him in the cemetery of Aubigney and his grave is marked with our Battalion Cross.  It was impossible for me to be present, owing to operations.

Your brother had been with us six months and was always a very gallant officer and soldier.  He was a fellow I could absolutely rely on, and his work on April 9th in taking of the Vimy Ridge was fine.  He was always willing and keen to go first.

We all feel his death deeply, and his loss is a great one to his Battalion.

His kit and personal effects have been forwarded to you.

Again, accept my sincere sympathy in your great loss of a chap who always played the game,

Yours very sincerely, J. B. ROGERS,

Commanding 3rd Canadian Battalion, Toronto Regiment.

 

May 7th, 1917

My Dear Mr. Bush -

You will have heard some days ago the sad news of your brother’s death, and ever since I have been  trying to get a chance to write.  Perhaps you have heard from others how he was killed.  He was with his Company, holding a support position during one of the notable advances our men have made lately, when a shell hit the top of the dugout, breaking it down on them.  Your brother was injured in the head and did not become conscious at all, but lived until he reached the Casualty Clearing Station Aubigney, and died there.  There was, of course, absolutely no chance for him from the first, and Major Cooper, his company Commander, died instantly.  Your brother leaves such a good record in this Battalion for faithful work and cheerful devotion and comradeship that he will be greatly missed.  Yet one cannot grudge him the glory of having played his part in the recent great advances, nor the privilege of having given himself in sacrifice in helping to secure such triumphs for his Battalion and his Country,.  His own work as a Platoon Officer, both last month and all the time he has been here, helped greatly to accomplish the result.  I do not know what others he leaves at home.  I do know you must all remember him with loving pride and think to-day he rests in the peace of God’s Paradise.  His body was laid to rest near where he died by the Chaplain and Capt. Calham, and other of the officers were present, and a cross erected by his Battalion will mark his grave.,

Yours very sincerely,  M .L. ARCHER,

Chaplain, 1st Canadian Infantry.

 

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Albert E.

 

Death of A.E. Bussey – the many friends of Albert E. Bussey were surprised and pained to hear of his sudden death, at his home in Westernville, on Monday evening, Sept. 6. He was taken sick at Rochester, where he was engaged in business with his brother, Geo. H. Bussey.  He hastened home to be cared for by the hands of loved ones; but their loving care could not save him.  God saw fit in His infinite wisdom to take him hence, and He doeth all things well.  A little more than five years have passed since he married Belle, the eldest daughter of Mr. Daniel G. Drummond, of Lee.  Their married life has been short, but a very happy one.  Of three children, two are left, and one has gone before to the fold of the Good Shepherd.  Mr. Bussey was a promising young man.  He had business abilities of a high order, was a very kind husband, and generous in all his feelings and actions.  His truthfulness and honor in all business matters was well understood and appreciated by all who came in contact with him..  The testimony of sympathy for his stricken household, and to the warm place he held in the hearts of those who knew him, was shown by the large and solemn concourse of weeping friends who attended the funeral service.  Several of his Rochester friends were present, bringing with them many beautiful flowers, in various and appropriate designs.  Many from Rome were present also, and joined with his neighbors and friends in the last sad rites – laying him  to rest in the cemetery familiar to him from his childhood.

 

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Butland,

Fred.

BUTLAND – At Deseronto, Thursday, 31st Aug., Fred Butland, of Napanee, aged 34 years and 11 months.

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Butler,

M.J.

BUTLER - At Sidney, Nova Scotia, on Thursday, June 22nd, 1933, M. J. Butler in his 76th year.

1933

Newspaper

Clipping

Byers,

Rev. Henry

 

Sad Drowning of the Rev. Henry Byers. – Last evening about four o’clock the body of Rev. Hy. Byers, Kingston, was found floating in shallow water off the Barriefield shore near the other end of Cataraqui Bridge.  On the bank were his overcoat and hat and two bottles of medicine.  At first it was thought that it was a case of suicide, but now his friends are not of that opinion.  He was in the hospital for a few days not feeling well;  in fact he was sick for some time.  Yesterday morning about six o’clock he was seen crossing the bridge, and it is thought that shortly after that hour he met his death.  He was in the habit of bathing his head, and those who were best acquainted with him think that he went to the lake shore to bathe his head, and becoming suddenly ill fell forward and was drowned.  The body was in only two feet of water.  Of late he was very weak indeed.  Deceased was born in Ireland, which country he left in 1838.  In 1847 he came to Kingston and found employment as a painter for several years.  He then studied for the ministry, and was located in the Wilton circuit preaching in several places.  About thirty years ago he became a supernumerary, and then opened a boarding house at the head of Brock street, at which the students of Queen’s lodged.  Of late he boarded on Queen street in a house which he owned.  His property is said to be worth ten thousand dollars.  He leaves a widow, who is the sister of Mr. I. Simpson.

 

May 16 1890

Napanee

Express

 

 

 

 

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