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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”)

Name	Information	Date/Source
Yeomans, Annie B.	* see VanLuven, Annie B. *
Yeomans, Edith Maude (nee Glover)	MRS. BURTLE YEOMANS - On Wednesday afternoon, Jan 4, 1939, Mrs. Burtle Yeomans passed peacefully away. Up to a few days before she died Mrs. Yeomans had gone about her household duties and appeared to be in her usual good health. About three years ago, Mrs. Yeomans had undergone a very serious operation but had apparently recovered and enjoyed good health until a short time before her final illness. Mrs. Yeomans took a deep interest in the life of the community, and as recently as the 5^th of December last, read a paper before the local Women’s Institute. Her maiden name was Edith Maude Glover, daughter of the late Thomas and Agnes Glover, pioneers at Camden East, where Mr. Glover ran a saw mill about eighty years ago. There were eleven children in the family of Thomas and Agnes Glover, seven boys and four girls, of whom the deceased was the youngest. Richard, Jane Ann, Samuel, Herbert and Edith Maude are deceased. Those still living are: Agnes, Elginburg; Robert John, Camden East; Thomas James, Toronto; Albert, Kingston; Eliza May, Wilton; and William Ryerson Glover, Kingston. Mrs. Yeomans leaves to mourn her loss her husband Burtle Yeomans, and a son, Hubert Glover Yeomans, sixteen years of age and a student of Newburg high school. Mrs. Yeomans was graduated from the Newburgh High School at an early age and afterwards taught at Wesley, Tamworth South and Odessa South. Mrs. Yeomans dedicated her life to her home which she loved above all other places and to the education of her son. The funeral services were held at her late home, “The Pines,” south of Camden East, on Friday, Jan. 6, and was attended by a very large number of friends, and all the brothers and sisters living. The service was conducted by her minister, Rev. M. Douglas and Rev. Dr. George Brown of Chalmers Church, Kingston. Interment was in the family plot Camden East.	1939 Scrapbook Clipping
Yeomans, Eliza (nee Detlor)	Deceased was a Very Prominent Woman in Various Circles – NAPANEE Aug 26 - Early Friday morning, death claimed a very highly respected resident of North Fredericksburgh in the person of Mrs. Eliza Yeomans in her 71^st year, and in her passing the community has lost a devout Christian woman, and the Conservative party of this county one of its most faithful workers. Although the deceased had not been in the best of health for some years, her condition was not considered serious, until last week when she suffered a severe stroke. Her two sisters, Mrs. Cummings of Toronto and Mrs. Reid of Napanee who has been spending a few days in Toronto with Mrs. Cummings, arrived in town on Thursday evening, or a few hours before Mrs. Yeomans passed away. The deceased was one of a family of four, a daughter of Benjamin and Rebekah Detlor whose home was in the township of Richmond, near Selby. Her early years were spent at her home and after her marriage to Joseph Yeomans, a well known farmer of Richmond, three years were spent on the farm of Selby. Leaving Selby they moved to Switzerland where they spent several years, after which they left for Wesley. Several years were spent in the Wesley district, and then they moved on the farm on the river road, about one mile west of Napanee. On locating in this community, Mr. and Mrs. Yeomans joined Grace United Church where both took a very exceptional interest. Mrs. Yeomans was very interested in Sunday School work and for many years was a member of the Friendly Bible Class. She also was a member of both Women’s Associations and the Women’s Missionary Society. She took an exceptional interest in politics and was honored some time ago by being elected one of the vice presidents of the Conservative Association for this county. Her interest in her party never wavered, and right up to the last she evinced much interest in the party which she served so faithfully all her life. For many years she was a member of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union. Her interest in Christian Work was so keen that not only did she serve in her own church but she also attended the Pentecostal services. Her husband, who predeceased her a little over four years ago was for one year Reeve for North Fredericksburgh. She leaves to mourn her loss an only son, Harold Yeomans with whom she resides, two sisters, Mrs. Robert Reid of Napanee and Mrs. Cummings of Toronto, and three grandchildren. An only brother William Detlor passed away a few years ago.	Stray Newspaper Clipping
Yeomans, Jane (nee Dack)	YEOMANS - At Newburgh, on Saturday, March 18^th, 1922, Mrs. Jane Yeomans, aged 92 years. Mrs. Jane Yeomans - On Saturday, March 18^th, 1922, there passed away one of the oldest residents of the Township of Camden, in the person of Mrs. Jane Yeomans, of Newburgh, at the ripe age of 92 years, 1 month and 18 days. Deceased was born at Wicklow, Ireland, on February 1^st, 1830. Her maiden name was Jane Dack, and with her family she came to Canada in the year 1840. She was married to John G. Yeomans, of Wesley, on July 28^th, 1851, and became the mother of eleven children, seven of whom are living. She leaves also twenty-four grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. She also leaves one brother, Lawrence Dack, of Newburgh. Her husband predeceased her twenty-three years ago. Mrs. Yeomans was a life-long Methodist and will be remembered by her family as a faithful mother. She was in possession of all her faculties until the day of her death, and always wanted to be busy. The writer saw her knitting by lamp light just a few weeks previous to her death. On February 1^st, when friends gathered at her home in celebration of her birthday, it was remarked that she appeared to be in better health than she was a year ago. But in a few weeks after she contracted a cold which developed into pneumonia, and on Saturday, March 18^th, she fell asleep, without showing any signs of suffering. The funeral was held in the Methodist Church, Newburgh, on Monday afternoon, and was largely attended, the Rev. Mr. Hoare being in charge.	1922 Scrapbook Clipping
Yeomans, Jay S.	Jay S. Yeomans Dies in Kingston Hospital - NEWBURG - On Wednesday evening, September 2^nd, there passed away at the General Hospital, Kingston, Jay S. Yeomans of Schenactady, N.Y., formerly of this village. A week prior to his death the deceased went to the hospital for treatment and before going to the hospital, had been quite ill at the home of his sister, Miss E. Yeomans for a period of six weeks. He had been in failing health for the past few years. Mr. Yeomans, who was in his 71^st year, was the youngest son of the late John and Jane Yeomans of Wesley, which was his native birthplace. He was one of eleven children, three of whom are living, Samuel Yeomans of Wesley; Mrs. Herbert Embury and Mill Ella Yeomans of Newburg. He also leaves to mourn his loss his widow, formerly Miss Annie Brown of Deseronto, three sons, John, James and Stewart and one daughter, Mrs. Emily Pennell all of Schenactady, N.Y., and a granddaughter Miss Jean Pennell, all attending the funeral service which was held from the home of his sister, Miss Ella Yeomans, to the United Church on Saturday afternoon. Rev. E. F. Swayne was in charge and gave a very comforting message. By special request Ward Wartman of Napanee sung the selection, “Jesus, Pilot Me.“ The remains were laid to rest in the Yeoman’s plot, at Wesley. The casket was laden with beautiful floral tributes, representative of the family, the United Church relatives and friends. The pall-bearers were six nephews, namely - Harold Yeomans and Roy Embury of Napanee; Wilmot Embury and Percy Yeomans of Wesley; Percy VanLuven of Moscow and Willard Embury of Newburg. A large number of friends from the village and surrounding district attended the funeral.	Scrapbook Clipping
Yeomans, John	YEOMANS - At Wesley, on Saturday May 6^th, 1922, John Yeomans, aged 70 years and 3 days.	1922 Scrapbook Clipping
York, Minnie	OBITUARY - Minnie York In the history of Roblin the illness and death of Minnie York will ever be remembered as an event which perhaps more than any other stirred the sympathy of this and every neighbouring community. Minnie York was born in Tamworth, a daughter of Ethel Brown York and the late Michael Percy York. From early childhood Minnie was a universal favorite. Her kind, unselfish disposition, unassuming manner, reliability, and readiness to help others will ever keep her memory green. After an illness of several weeks during which medical skill and expert nursing were unavailing in efforts to restore health, she passed into the other world on May 18^th, being in her 21^st year, and with all preparations ready for her approaching wedding. Minnie York was a consistent church member, an enthusiastic officer and worker in Roblin Mission Circle and Roblin Sunday School. The funeral service on may 20^th, in Roblin United Church was very impressive. The seating capacity of the church was taxed to the utmost long before the hour announced for service, and very many were unable to enter. Her Pastor, Rev. C. J. Wilson, preached appropriately and feelingly from Rev. 3:4 “They shall walk with me in white for they are worthy.” The selections by the Choir were highly appreciated. Rev. S. H. Jeffery assisted in the service. The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful. Wreaths were sent by Mission Circle, Roblin Sunday School, Roblin Public School, Percy Pringle, two from Westplain, Mr and Mrs. John Easterbrook, Mr. and Mrs. Jess York, Mrs. John Sharp, Jannie and Tressa Denison, and a special floral tribute from Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Pringle. Besides her sorrowing mother, Mrs. Christie Harten, one brother, Harold, two sisters, Mrs. Harold Young and Helen York mourn her loss. She will also be sadly missed by her step-father, Mr. Christie Harten, and her step-brothers and sisters. Remains were interred in Roblin cemetery.	Scrapbook Clipping
York, Thomas	MARLBANK - June 27 - Gloom has been cast over this entire community over the tragic death of one of our finest young men in the person of Thomas York, youngest son of Reuben H. York, when, early on Friday morning, fire of unknown origin burned to the ground the large farm home of R. H. York, and an older brother Edward and wife and Tommy who lived happily together in the home. About 2.50 a.m. the alarm was sounded through the village by Earl Kimmett, who with his father John Kimmett, were the first to be aroused by the screaming of the terrified family. The father having been the first to notice the fire hurriedly aroused Eddie and wife who escaped in their night clothes. Seeing Tommy was not up Eddie went to his bedroom window, being unable to get upstairs on account of fire and smoke. He broke the glass with a pole but could get no response. Thinking that possibly Tom was not upstairs they sent word to the home of Glenn Allan, one of his chums who had been out with him Thursday night, and asked if he was in the doomed house. On learning that Glen had brought him to his home about 2.20 a.m. the family were frantic, and efforts were useless to try and find him for flames had completely enveloped the house and was fast falling in. The old home was built over 90 years ago and was constructed of pine lumber. This terrible calamity is the worst that has ever occurred in our community. After the flames had been subdued the terrible task of trying to find the charred remains was begun with the result that only a small portion could be found. The funeral took place from the home of the deceased’s brother Jessie on Sunday afternoon at 1.30 to the United Church, where the Rev. W. H. Truscott preached a comforting sermon to the bereaved family taking his text from 2^nd Samuel, 12 chapter, 23 verse: “Can I bring him back again: I shall go to him, but he shall not return to me.” Not a dry eye was to be seen in the vast crowd, the church being far too small to hold the immense number which had gathered to pay respect to one who was held in highest esteem by all who knew him. The casket containing the few mortal remains was completely covered with beautiful floral offerings including a wreath from his chums. Six of his chums acted as bearers, namely Glenn Allan, Gordon Hawley, George O’Neil, Ross Lloyd, Aubrey Asselstine and Earl Kimmett, while Hugh and Bob Allan were flower bearers. After the service the large cortege proceeded to the Tamworth burying ground where the remains were interred in the family plot beside those of his mother. The aged father was unable to attend the funeral and is at the home of his daughter Mrs. W. C. Marlin. He is survived by his father, R. H. York, four brothers, Eddie and Jessie at home, Calvin of Toronto, and Willie of Mimico; three sisters, Mrs. W. C. Marlin of this village, and Mrs. Wm. Wicklam of Lime Lake, and Mrs. Stuart Stinson of Tamworth. To the bereaved family is extended the sincere sympathy of this whole community and to the immediate family, especially who have suffered doubly the loss of a loved one and home also.	Scrapbook Clipping
Yorke, Michael Percy	Died at Tamworth, on Friday, July 10^th, 1914, Michael Percy Yorke, at the age of 57 years and 10 months. Deceased was a life-long resident of Sheffield, a farmer, a staunch and active conservative, and a member of the Anglican Church. He was the eldest of three sons of Daniel Yorke, one of the pioneer settlers of this district, and a man of U. E. Loyalist descent., the other sons being Reuben Yorke, of Marlbank, and James Yorke, of Bell Rock. He leaves a widow and large family to mourn the loss of a kind husband and affectionate father. The deceased was widely known and loved by a large circle of warm friends, who knew him as a man who was always ready to give to others or to help anyone in want. He suffered greatly for a long time and in spite of the care of his devoted wife and children and the best medical aid which could be procured, sank peacefully to rest with a full faith in the pardoning mercy of God. The funeral services were conducted at Christ Church, Tamworth, under the auspices of the Orange Lodge, of which he was a member, and the body was placed in the vault to await interment in the Anglican cemetery.	1914 Scrapbook 5
Young, Catharine (nee Weller)	On the evening of the 31^st ult. Catharine Young, wife of James Young Esq. and daughter of the late Asa Weller Esq. aged 44 years.	Feb 5 1831 Kingston Chronicle
Young, Catrina	Catrina Young, Fredericksburgh, buried 28 Jan 1802.	1802 Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814
Young, Daniel, Dr.	Doctor Young’s Will – “I will that upon my decease and before my burial, my heart and arteries shall be filled (using a syringe) with a composition made of resin and olive oil, heated together, or some combination that becomes solid on cooling, and used warm enough to remain liquid sufficiently long to fill the heart and arteries as well as possible, and then pass from the liquid to the solid state, and a regular physician shall perform the said task or undertaking. If I should die and be buried at sea, or there are any other circumstances which make the fulfilment of this first clause of my will absolutely impossible, it shall be null and void.” Such is a clause from the will of the late Dr. Daniel Young, formerly of the Township of Adolphustown, and then of 188 Grace Street, Toronto, who died on February 22^nd last. He left an estate of $13,762 of which $3,165 is a note, $8,397 in stocks, and $2,200 in real estate, at 125 Grace Street. The stocks are 9 shares Dominion Bank, $2,178; 4 shares C.P.R. common, $664; 30 shares Tri-City Railway and Light, $2,610; 20 shares Twin City common, $2,120; 2 bonds, Porto Rico Railway, $810; and 100 shares Amalgamated Cobalt, $15. Bequests are made to 37 people and institutes. John R. Young, nephew, Vancouver, $3000; Emma M. Young, niece, Vancouver, $3000; Margaret V. Young, North Toronto, $800; Phoebe Barton, niece, Campbellford, $400; Church of England in Canada, $50; Presbyterian Church, $50, Methodist Church, $50; Canadian College of Missions $50. The rest of the estate, $6,362 is divided among 29 relatives in different parts of Canada and the States, each receiving $220. To his niece, Agnes Young, is given “the ancient portrait of my grandfather “Tully” in oil painting, and set in a heavy gold receptacle.” The executors are J. R. Young and Benson O’Hara, nephews, and Margaret V. Young, niece, to whom are bequeathed clothing, books, trunk and suit case. Provision is made for the erection of Scotch granite monuments and markers over the graves of his parents and brother, George to cost at least $500, and a red Scotch granite monument worth about $250 over his own grave. Several; medical men were interviewed as to the probable object Dr. Young had in including in his will such an unusual clause as that regarding his heart, “He may have been under the impression that in having his heart and veins filled with the solution he was helping the cause of science,” said one. “The solution, however, could not be antiseptic. It is just possible that he may have wished to demonstrate the anatomical structure of the heart and vessels, as the veins and heart would then not be empty. It is possible that it is just a fad. There is, you see, no provision for his not being buried, hence his experiment would not be a success.” “As he has declared the clause null and void if he is buried at sea, “ said another, “I imagine that he is simply taking steps to avoid being buried alive. The heart has to be opened, and of course, after that, there is no chance of a mistake.” “A fad,” said another, “just a fad. There are far too many of them and I don’t know what the world is coming to.”	From the Watson Scrapbooks
Young, Ethel Photo 1 Photo 2	IN MEMORIAM - Mrs. Ethel Young, Monday July 31^st 1978, of Sillsville, Wife of the late Perry Young, mother of Arnold, Sillsville. Sister-in-law of Mrs. Marion Hough. The funeral service was August 2^nd 1978, with interment at Sillsville Cemetery.	1978 The Christian Neighbourhood
Young, Henrich	Henrich Young, Fredericksburgh, buried 23 Aug 1789.	1789 Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814
Young, Hiram	YOUNG - On Thursday, Jan 6^th, 1910, at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. J. A. Anderson, Hamilton, Ont., Hiram, husband of the late Hester Young, in his 64^th year. Rev. Dr. W.F. Wilson will hold the funeral service at A. W. Miles undertaking parlors, 96 College Street, Toronto, Saturday, Jan. 8^th at 2:30 p.m. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.	1910 From the Hough Scrapbooks
Young, James	DIED - At the Carrying Place, on the first instant, after a lingering illness, JAMES YOUNG, Esq. who was for many years a Justice of the Peace for the Midland and Newcastle Districts, a Member of the House of Assembly, and Lieut. Col. of the Second Regiment of Prince Edward Militia.	July 9 1831 Kingston Chronicle
Young, Margaret Ann (nee Armstrong)	MARGARET ANN YOUNG - MARLBANK, Aug 10 - Early Saturday morning Margaret Ann Armstrong, widow of the late Charles Young and one of the oldest residents of this district, died at her home in Marlbank. Of Irish descent, she was the daughter of the late Francis Armstrong and Alice Dyas. She was 90 years old, having been born in Sheffield Township on June 19 1854. Although in gradually failing health for the past year, she remained fairly active until the time of her death. She was practically the last pioneer of this district, coming here as a bride over 73 years ago. Funeral was held at St. Matthey’s Anglican Church where she was the last of the original congregation. Rev. E. Teskey, of Kingston, a friend of the family, conducted the funeral service with burial following in Riverview Cemetery, Napanee. Pall-bearers were John Kimmett, Francis Somerville, Richard Allen, George Cox., Than Kimmett and Edmund York. She leaves one son, Henry of Napanee and five daughters, Mrs. D. Axford (Alice) of Kingston, Stella of Toronto, Mrs. N. G. Allen (Jessie), Mrs. M. McCutcheon (Jeanette), and Mina all of Marlbank.	1944 Newspaper Clipping
Young, Marion Louise	* see Huffman, Marion Louise *
Young, Mrs. Philip	MRS. PHILIP YOUNG - Death claimed one of our most aged and respected residents on Friday evening, April 29^th , in the person of Mrs. Philip Young. Deceased had been afflicted for the past seven years with a stroke, and although death had been daily expected for some time, it came as a shock to all. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Farnsworth and Rev. Mr. White of Napanee, on Sunday afternoon, May 1^st , at Gretna church, and was largely attended. The hymns sung were favorites of the deceased and were selected by her some years before her death. Her husband predeceased her about a year ago, and his service was conducted by the same ministers. OBITUARY - MRS. PHILIP YOUNG - Death claimed one of our most aged and respected residents on Friday evening, April 29^th , in the person of Mrs. Philip Young. Deceased had been afflicted for the past seven years with a stroke, and although death had been daily expected for some time, it came as a shock to all. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Farnsworth and Rev. Mr. White, of Napanee, on Sunday afternoon, May 1^st , at Gretna church, and was largely attended. The hymns sung were favorites of the deceased and were selected by her some years before her death. Her husband predeceased her about a year ago, and his service was conducted by the same ministers. "They are looking down from the golden land, Our beloved are looking down; They have done their work, they have borne their cross, and received their promised crown."	1904 From the Hough Scrapbooks.
Young, Percy	YOUNG – At Westplain, Township of Richmond, Sunday 7^th April, Percy, son of Wm. Young, aged 14 years.	1907 From the Watson Scrapbooks
Young, Peter	Peter, son of Stephen and Anne Young, Fredericksburgh, buried 20 Apr 1800.	1800 Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814
Young, Philip	On Tuesday evening, Feb 17^th , the grim reaper death entered our midst bearing away one of our oldest residents, in the person of Mr. Philip Young. Deceased was a well known and highly respected resident of this place having spent the past 33 years of his life on the place where he died. Notwithstanding his advanced age of 82 years, he was still very active and ambitious, and although not having very good health for the last two or three years, he was not confined to the house until Sunday night when he was afflicted with a stroke from which he did not rally, passing away on Tuesday night. Eight of his children were present at his bedside, Mr. B. Young, of Montreal, being the only one absent. From the family chain the first link has been severed, and the frail bark which for so many years had tossed on life's tempestuous seas, is at last safe in the harbor. A beautiful and impressive service was conducted at the church by Rev. Mr. White, Napanee, from the words, "And I heard a voice from Heaven saying unto me, write, blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; Yea, saith the spirit that they may rest from their labors and their works do follow them." Deceased was a firm adherent of the Methodist church, having been converted over 50 years ago. (**Written in - May 15 1903**).	1903 From the Hough Scrapbooks.
Young, William	William, son of Peter and Mary Young, Fredericksburgh, buried 10 Jan 1806.	1806 Langhorn's Anglican Registers 1787 - 1814
Unknown Child	FOUND DEAD - The body of an unknown child in the woods on the farm of the widow Blakely, in the Township of Fredericksburgh, on Friday evening the 18^th inst. by Daniel Putman, and a Mr. Keech; an inquest was held on the body by Coroner Jesse Shibley, and a verdict returned by the Jury, that the said infant unknown, found on Friday evening the 18^th inst, was in a woods dead from the decomposition which had taken place it is impossible to detect any marks of violence, but they have good reason for believing, that the infant's death was caused by unfair means, and think that the woman calling herself Jane Luckey was the principal actor in the affair.	July 24 1856 Napanee Standard

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