Lyle Edgar

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340184
• Possessions: 1953, Lot 23, Concession 3, Wilmot Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Homestead
• Residence: 1997, Alps Rd., North Dumfries, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Alex M. Edgar

A lifelong resident of the Reidsville area, Alexander McAllister Edgar, passed away at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, on Friday, February 21, 1997. He was in his 77th year. Born on the home farm, Alps Road, RR 1, Ayr, where he farmed all his life, he was a son of William G. Edgar and Alice Mae Veitch. Alex was a past member of the Ayr Lodge A.F. & A.M. No. 172, was active in Knox United Church, Ayr, having served fifteen years as elder and was also on the board of managers. His hobby of acquiring and restoring antique tractors and engines resulted in his having one of the finest collections of these in the province. He had exhibited at the Steam Era Show in Milton every year for the past 36 years. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Marion (Ford) Edgar; a daughter, Carol of Ottawa and a son, Lyle of Ayr. Also survived by his brothers, Robert Edgar of Ayr, Dr. Hugh Edgar of London and sisters, Dorothy (Mrs. Clifford Scott) of Chatham, Jean (Mrs. William Stager) of Oakville and Marjorie (Mrs. Robert McLeod) of RR 4, Cambridge and 15 nieces and nephews. Rested at the Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, where funeral service was held on Tuesday with Rev. Fred Hagle officiating. Interment Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News 26 Feb 1997 pg 12

Possessions:
Main farm was purchased 1840, passed to Alex Edgar 1880, passed to William G. Edgar 1918, passed to Alex M. Edgar 1953

Alexander — Marion Jean Ford. Marion (daughter of Robert G. Ford and Mary Jennie Gillespie) was born 30 Oct 1923, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Jan 2006, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Jan 2006, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Marion Jean Edgar
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340185
• Residence: 1997, Alps Rd., North Dumfries, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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EDGAR, Marion Jean - Passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 1, 2006, at Lisaard House after a brief battle with cancer. She was in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of Alexander Edgar who predeceased her in 1997. Loving mother to Carol of Ottawa and Lyle and his wife Donna of Ayr. Beloved grandmother of Greg, Rose, Mamie, Sarah and Emily Forte and special grandmother of Joanie Edgar. She is also survived by her brother Robert Ford and his wife Marian of Cambridge; her in-laws, Jean and William Stager of Oakville, Dorothy and Clifford Scott of Chatham, Dr. Hugh and Margaret Edgar of London and Bob McLeod and Mary Ovington of Woodstock. Aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Robert G. and Mary Ford; her sister Margery Perry, and in-laws, John Rutherford, Fred Perry, Robert Edgar and his wife Jeanette and Marjorie McLeod. Marion grew up on the Ford farm, Greenfield Road and spent 49 years on the Edgar farm on Alps Road before moving to the Village Condominiums in Ayr. She was very active in many areas including Knox United Church, the Ladies Bowling League and various cards clubs. She was a dear friend and supporter of many. Friends will be received at the Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, 183 Northumberland St. Ayr, on Tuesday, January 3, 2006 (today) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to be held in the chapel on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 at 2: 00 p.m. with Rev. John McCauley officiating. Interment Ayr Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Lisaard house would be greatly appreciated by her family (cards available from the funeral home) Wm. KIPP 442-3061.

The Waterloo Region Record Jan 3 2006

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• Possessions: Lot 23, Concession 3, Wilmot Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Homestead
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73131
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1973, Colquhoun St., Ayr, Waterlo Region, Ontario

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William G. Edgar Passes

A lifelong resident of Ayr and district, William G. Edgar, Colquhoun Street, Ayr passed away early Monday in St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener. He was in his 83rd year. Mr. Edgar Was born in North Dumfries Township on the century farm now owned by his son Alex Edgar. He was a son of the late Alex Edgar and Mary Grey. Married in 1918 to the former Alice Mae Vietch, the couple farmed at RR 1, Ayr until retiring to Ayr in early 1953. in June, 1968, they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Mr. Edgar was a member of Knox's Presbyterian Church, Galt, and had served as an elder. He was a member of the Ayr Masonic Lodge No. 172; had served on the board of directors of Ayr Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company; also on the Ayr Cemetery Board. Surviving besides his wife are three sons, Alex, of RR 1, Ayr, Hugh, London and Robert, Montreal; three daughters, Dorothy (Mrs. Clifford Scott) Chatham, Jean (Mrs. William Stager) Mississauga and Marjorie (Mrs. Robert McLeod) RR 4, Galt; one brother, T. McKenzie Edgar of Dearborn, Michigan and one sister, Miss Elizabeth Edgar, Toronto; 15 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral service was conducted today (Wed.) at Little's Funeral Home, Galt, at 3: 00 p.m. Rev. R. A. Jackson officiated. Inter-ment in Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were Carl Buck, Gordon Marshall, Cameron Edgar, Robert McLeod. Clifford Scott and William Stager. Flower bearers were grandsons.


The Ayr News Feb 22 1973 pg 2

Possessions:
Main farm was purchased 1840, passed to Alex Edgar 1880, passed to William G. Edgar 1918, passed to Alex M. Edgar 1953

William married Alice Mae "Mae" Veitch 19 Jun 1918, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Alice (daughter of Robert James Veitch and Margaret Ann McAllister) was born 17 Aug 1893, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 3 Feb 1985, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 6 Feb 1985, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Alice Mae "Mae" Edgar
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-94799
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1973, Colquhoun St., Ayr, Waterlo Region, Ontario

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Mrs. William Edgar Mrs. Mice Mae Edgar of Eventide Home, Galt, passed away on Sunday, February 3rd, 1985. She was in her 92nd year. The former A. Mae Veitch, she was the wife of the late William G. Edgar (1973). Mrs. Edgar was a member of Knox's Galt Presbyterian Church, the Evening Auxiliary, WMS Knox's Church and a lifelong member of the Women's Institute. Loving mother of Alex and Robert, both of Ayr, Dorothy (Mrs. Clifford Scott) of Chatham, Jean (Mrs. William Stager) of Mississauga, Marjorie (Mrs. Robert McLeod) of RR 4, Cambridge, and Dr. Hugh W. of London, Ont.; loved by 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Survived by a brother, Clare Veitch of Brussels and a sister, Mrs. Jennie Ritchie of Ayr. Predeceased by brother, Melville. Funeral service was held Wednesday, February 6th (today) at 1: 30 p.m. at Little's Funeral Home, Galt. Rev. G. Timbers and Major Walker officiated. Interment in Ayr Cemetery.


The Ayr News Feb 6 1985 pg 10

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• Name: R. G. Ford
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-196260P
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1911, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer, on Shares
• Residence: 1911, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Elected Office: 1933, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Reeve - North Dumfries
• Residence: 1933, RR7, Galt, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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FORD, Robert G.

Passed away at Eventide Home, Cambridge, on Monday, Dec. 22, 1980, Robert G. Ford, formerly of RR 4, Cambridge, in his 91st year, Beloved husband of the late Mary J. Gillespie. Dear father of Margery (Mrs. Fred W. Perry) of Cambridge, Marion (Mrs. Alex M. Edgar) of RR I, Ayr and Robert E. of RR 4, Cambridge. Also survived by five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Mr. Ford was predeceased by four sisters. Resting at the Coutts & Son Funeral Home, 96 St. Andrew St., Cambridge, where the family will receive friends today, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held in the funeral home chapel, on Wednesday, Dec. 24, at 3 p.m. Interment, Mount View cemetery, Cambridge.

Waterloo Record 23 Dec 1980 pg 21

Robert married Mary Jennie Gillespie 3 Apr 1918, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of John Gillespie and Jennie Taylor) was born 13 Jul 1890, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Mar 1977; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Jennie Ford
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72446P
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/210434770
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-132022P
• Possessions: 1840, Lot 23, Concession 3, Wilmot Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Homestead
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Death of Alexander Edgar

The death occurred at his home in Galt on Tuesday morning of Alexander Edgar, in his 81st year. He was a son of the late Thomas Edgar and Elizabeth Hall, who came over from Ayrshire and Selkirkshire, Scotland. Deceased was born and lived nearly 70 years on the homestead near Ayr. A successful farmer and stockman, he was elected a director of the Provincial Plowmen's Association at its inauguration, and was at the time of his demise an honorary director of the local association. He was for 25 years connected with the township board of health, and was also the oldest member of Dolman Lodge, I.O.O.F., Ayr, being made the recipient of the 50-year Jewel some years ago. Mr. Edgar was deeply concerned in matters of his church. being in the Session of Knox Presbyterian Church. Ayr, some 20 years and later in Knox's Church, Galt, and his heart was in all movements tending to the welfare of the community in which he lived.

He was married in 1885 to the late Mary Gray, who as a child came over from Ayrshire, Scotland, with her parents. Mrs. Edgar predeceased her husband 15 years ago. Surviving are two sons and one daughter, T. McKenzie, at Detroit; William G. on the homestead, and Elizabeth H., at home. Where are also 11 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at the T. Little & Son Funeral Parlors, adjacent to his late residence., at 2.30 p.m. today (Thursday), with interment in the family plot at the Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Oct 3 1940 pg 3

Possessions:
Main farm was purchased 1840, passed to Alex Edgar 1880, passed to William G. Edgar 1918, passed to Alex M. Edgar 1953

Alexander married Mary Gray 25 Mar 1885, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Adam Gray and Sarah Hutchison) was born 9 Feb 1854, , Ayrshire, Scotland; died 1925, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 17 Apr 1925, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/210434814
• Name: Mary Edgar
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73129P
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Servant
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ch. of Scotland
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Died In North Dumfries, on Wednesday, April 15, 1925, at 5.45 a.m. Mary Gray Beloved wife of Alexander Edgar In her 71st year. The Funeral Will take place from her late residence, Lot 32, Con. 9, North Dumfries, on Friday, April 17th, at 2 o'clock. p.m., to the Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

Funeral Card

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-94766P
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Elected Office: 1926, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Warden for the County of Waterloo
• Elected Office: 1926, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Warden of the County of Waterloo

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ROBERT J. VEITCH

Former Warden of Waterloo County Passes in His 79th Year

The death occurred in Galt, Hospital on Monday of Robert J. Veitch, in his 79th year, after an illness of some two months. Mr. Veitch farmed for many years two miles northeast of Roseville, on the Waterloo Dumfries townline and was known far and wide for his many qualities. He was a member of the Waterloo township council for a number of years, acting in the capacity of both councillor and reeve. He also served a term as warden of Waterloo County Council. Mr.. Veitch was born near Roseville on a farm now owned by Floyd Becker and he was the last member of a pioneer family of 13 children. He was prominent in agricultural circles in the district, being a member of the South Waterloo Agricultural Society and also the North Dumfries Plowmen's Association. He was a Presbyterian in religion and for many years had. been a member of the session of Knox's Presbyterian Church, Galt.. After leaving the farm Mr. Veitch lived in Galt for a few years and some five or six years ago went to reside at the home of his brother-in-law, John Milroy, Cedar Creek.

Galt Reporter 1943

Robert married Margaret Ann McAllister 8 Jan 1890, Grey Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada. Margaret (daughter of William McAllister and Janet Richardson) was born 7 Jun 1868, , Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; died 27 Aug 1924; was buried , Cedar Creek Cemetery, North Dumfries Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Margaret Ann Veitch
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-94777
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/179592984
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-123792
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 09 Lot 19, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1885, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

In Memoriam Died, In North Dumfries, on Friday evening, 6th inst., at 7.45 o'clock, Robert Ford, In his 71st year. Funeral Will take place from his late residence, Lot,19, Concession 9, North Dumfries, on Monday afternoon, May 9th, at 2 o'clock, to Mount View Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation. North Dumfries, May 7th, 1898. God is our refuge and our strength, In straits a present aid; Therefore, although the earth remove, We will not be afraid.

Funeral Card

Robert married Mary Jane Campbell 19 May 1885, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Thomas Campbell and Elizabeth McBurney) was born 24 Nov 1850, , Scotland; died 17 May 1923, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/179593224
• Name: Mary Jane Ford
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-196256P
• Immigration: 1855, , Ontario, Canada
• Immigration: 1855, , Canada
• Residence: 1885, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72439
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1879, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

John married Jennie Taylor Apr 1879, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jennie (daughter of Andrew Taylor and Margaret Scott) was born 10 Jul 1858, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 3 Sep 1922, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jane Taylor
• Name: Jeanie Taylor
• Name: Jennie Gillespie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-136970
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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In Loving Memory." Printed on the inside is: Died/ In Galt Hospital, on Sunday, Sept. 3rd, 1922,/ at 7 o'clock a.m.,/ Jennie Taylor,/ Beloved wife of John Gillespie,/ In her 65th year./ The Funeral/ Will take place from her late residence, East River/ Road, on Tuesday afternoon, September 5th, at 2.30/ o'clock, to Mount View Cemetery./ Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

Funeral Card of Jennie Taylor Gillespie