Jack Rendall

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• Interesting: education,
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341929

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Stanley D. Rendall Passes - One of Ontario's outstanding educationists, who was a leader in the streamlining and modernization of the province's secondary school system, Stanley D. Rendall, B.A., LL.D., passed away on Monday in hospital in Toronto. He was born on the 12th concession of Blenheim, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Rendall, well-known district farmers. Following his early education in Plattsville, and Woodstock schools, he entered Queen's University, Kingston. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in classics. Mr. Rendall subsequently became a secondary school teacher and, while teaching at Plattsville Continuation School, became acquainted with Gladys Manson, a Plattsville Public School teacher, who later became his wife. Mr. Rendall later accepted a position with the Ontario Department of Education, and rose rapidly to positions of increasing responsibility. Upon his retirement a few years ago, he was Superintendent of Secondary Education of Ontario. W. T. Laing, who presently holds this position, credited Mr. Rendall with formation of centralized high school districts and establishment of summer courses for secondary school principals. It will be recalled that he was of great assistance some years ago in the formation of the Waterloo - Oxford High School District and the construction of the district high school near Baden. His ability was recognized in 1959 when he was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by University of Western Ontario. Shortly after his retirement, Mr. Rendall suffered a severe stroke and was hospitalized for more than two years, until the time of his passing. Surviving, besides his wife, are a son, Jack of Toronto; three sisters, Mrs. L. Milne (Bess) and Miss Annie of Plattsville and Miss Hazel of Toronto, Three grandchildren also survive. Funeral service was held today (Wednesday) from the A. W. Miles Funeral Chapel, Toronto, with interment in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Jan 19 1967 pg 9

Stanley married Gladys Armstrong Manson 9 Aug 1922, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Gladys (daughter of William Manson and Elizabeth Gourlay) was born 13 Oct 1894, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Jun 1986, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Gladys Armstrong Rendall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341930
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Mrs. Gladys A. Randall Gladys A. Rendall, a native of Ayr, passed away in Toronto on Thursday, June 26th. She was in her 92nd year. Mrs. Rendall, the former Gladys Manson, was predeceased by her husband Stanley Rendall, a Plattsville native, who was an area continuation school inspector at one time in this area. Survived by a son Jack; three grandchildren; and two sisters Mary Cuthbertson of Oshawa and Stella Hill of Toronto. Predeceased by a brother Wyllie Manson and a sister Jean Hall. Private funeral service with interment in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Jul 2 1986 pg 12

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341925

William married Agnes Anderson Love 31 Jan 1888, Stanley Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada. Agnes was born 8 Jan 1868, , Ontario, Canada; died 5 Sep 1935, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 8 Sep 1935, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Agnes Anderson Rendall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341926

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Mrs. William Rendall - The death of Mrs. William Rendall, prominent and highly respected resident of Plattsville, occurred on Thursday, Sept. 5th, in the Brantford hospital. Mrs. Rendall was in her 68th year. Deceased had not been enjoying good health for several years past. Several weeks ago she underwent an operation from which she was making good progress towards recovery, when she suffered a stroke from which she never rallied. She was a member of the United Church and also of the W. M. S., where she took a kindly interest and was a willing worker. She was a kind neighbor and will be missed by a large circle of friends. Besides her husband, she leaves three daughters, Annie, at home; Mrs. Landseer Milne of Platteville, Hazel of Toronto, and one son, Stanley, also of Toronto, The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon from her late residence, Platteville, with interment in the Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Sep 12 1935 pg 3

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• Business: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr Rural Telephone Company
• Club Membership: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Independent Order of Odd Fellows
• Elected Office: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; councillor - Ayr
• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/171840107
• Interesting: politics, business, insurance
• Residence: North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 36, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72737
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• 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
• Residence: 1933, Bruce St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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William Manson - Ayr

William Manson 70, well-known resident of this district and manager of the Ayr Rural Telephone Company, died early Monday at the Galt Hospital. He underwent an operation four weeks ago. Mr. Manson was a life-long resident of this district. He was born on the Kenneth McKenzie farm on the 10th concession of Blenheim, the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Manson. Both his parents were born in this country of pioneer parents. He was married to Elizabeth Gourlay in 1885. Following his marriage he lived on the 7th concession of Blenheim for one year and then moved to the farm now owned by Earl Sharpe, south of the village. He lived there for 32 years. Twenty-one years ago Mr. Manson came to Ayr where he occupied a prominent place, ever since in civic life. He was one of the founders of the Ayr Rural Telephone Company 30 years ago. He was one of the men active in the establishment of rural mail service in this district. He was the first mail carrier on R.R. 3, Ayr, and for the past ten years he had been on R.R. 1, Ayr. Mr. Manson was a councillor for three years and a director of the Ayr Farmer's Mutual Fire Insurance Company for 14 years. Surviving are his widow, and four daughters.

The Waterloo Chronicle Jun 16 1939 pg 3

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William Manson Passes

Following an operation some four weeks ago, the death occurred in Galt Hospital on Monday of William Manson, age 77 years. He was born on the farm now owned by Kenneth McKenzie, 10th concession of Blenheim, being the eldest son of Adam Manson and Mary Guthrie, natives of Scotland. He was married March 18, 1885, to Elizabeth Gourlay, second daughter of Andrew and Jane Gourlay. Rev. Dr. John Thomson, minister of Knox Church, Ayr, was the officiating clergyman. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 18, 1935. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Manson lived on the 7th concession of Blenheim for one year. They then moved to the farm now owned by Erie Sharp, where they resided for 32 years, retiring to Ayr 21 years ago. He was the first mail carrier on R.R. 3, Ayr, and for the past 10 years he was courier on RR 1. He was manager of the Ayr Rural Company for 29 years. He was a member of Dolman Lodge, IOOF, serving at different periods as Noble Grand and District Deputy Grand Master. Mr. Manson was a member of Knox United Church and Parks Committee and a director of the Ayr Cemetery Company and Ayr Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance Company. He was also a member of Ayr Council for a three year term. In all, Mr. Manson had truly led an active and useful life, in which he gave freely of his time and talents to the community. Besides his widow, he is survived by four daughters: Mrs. David Hall, Blenheim Twp.; Mrs. S. D. Rendall, Toronto; Mrs. E. F. Cuthbertson, Oshawa, and Mrs. R. B. Hill, Toronto; and two brothers, James of Ayr and David of Inglewood, Calif. He was predeceased by a son, Wyllie, and a daughter, Bessie W. Manson. The funeral took place from Knox United Church this (Wed.) afternoon following a short private service at his late residence. Interment was made in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Jun 15 1939

William married Elizabeth Gourlay 18 Mar 1885, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of Andrew Gourlay and Jane Armstrong) was born 13 Mar 1860, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 16 Feb 1944, East Whitby Township, Ontario Co., Ontario; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Elizabeth Manson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72738
• Occupation: 1886, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Residence: 1886, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1921, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1933, Bruce St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-64316
• Militia Rolls: 1857, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1858, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Died, In North Dumfries, on Friday, July 15, Adam Manson, Aged 41 Years and 9 Months. You are respectfully requested to attend the Funeral, from his late residence, at Two o'clock To-morrow afternoon, Sabbath, 19th [changed to 17th] instant, to the place of Interment in Stanley Street Cemetery, Ayr. Yours respectfully, Mrs. Manson. North Dumfries, July 16th, 1870.


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Adam married Mary Guthrie 14 Dec 1858, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of David Guthrie and Margaret Wyllie) was born 17 Sep 1834, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Oct 1905, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 29 Oct 1905, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Manson
• Name: Mary Patterson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57992
• Residence: 1858, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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Died In Ayr, on Wednesday, Oct. 25th 1905, at 10 o'clock, a. m., Mary Patterson, In her 72nd year. The Funeral Will take place from her late residence, St. Andrew's St., On Sunday, Oct. 29, at 3 p. m. to Ayr Cemetery, Friends and acquintances will please accept this intimation.

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Death of Mrs. Patterson.

The death took place rather suddenly yesterday (Wednesday) morning of Mrs. Simon Patterson, St. Andrew's st., at the age of 71 years. The deceased had been in failing health for some time and for the past week or two was quite ill from a complication of troubles. She was born on the 10th con. of North Dumfries, within a mile of Ayr, and had lived in the township all her life up to six years ago, when she took up residence in Ayr. Her maiden name was Mary Guthrie, and she had been twice married, her first husband being the late Adam. Manson, who predeceased her about 33 years. Mr. Patterson passed away anout four years ago. The family comprise. three sons and one daughter. They are Mrs. J. W. Cochrane, Glenboro, Man., Wni. Manson, North Dumfries, David Manson, Atcheson, Kansas. and James Manson, Souris, Man. Two brothers. survive, viz., Robert Guthrie, Blenheim, Ad John Guthrie, South Dumfries, who ware the first seitlers here 72 years ago. Mrs. Patterson was a consistent member of Staniey st. church for 54 years, and was the first child baptised in the church after its organization The funeral has not yet been arranged as an effort is now being made to get the friends all home

The Ayr News Oct 26 1905 pg 8

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• Name: Andrew Gourley
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-287616P
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Died, In North Dumfries, on Tuesday, June 30th, at 10.30 o'clock p.m. Andrew Gourley, Aged 62 years and 6 months. The Funeral Will take place from his late residence, 1 1-2 miles west of Ayr (Slabtown) on Thursday July 2nd, at 2 o'clock p.m. to the Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited to attend. Ayr, July 1st, 1891.

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Andrew — Jane Armstrong. Jane (daughter of John Armstrong and Jane McDowell) was born 23 Apr 1837, Minnigaff, , Kirkcudbrightshire [formerly Wigtownshire], Scotland; was christened 27 May 1838, Minnigaff, , Kirkcudbrightshire [formerly Wigtownshire], Scotland; died 3 Oct 1921, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 5 Oct 1921, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jane Gourlay
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-194836
• Birth: 15 Apr 1838, Minnigaff, , Kirkcudbrightshire [formerly Wigtownshire], Scotland
• Immigration: 1857, , Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Demise of Mrs. Gourlay, Sr.

Died in Ayr, on Monday, Oct. 3, 1921, at 4: 30 o'clock am, Jane Armstrong, relict of the late Andrew Gourlay, in her 85th year. The deceased, who had been in failing health for some years dropped off quite suddenly. She was well and favorably known in the community, and deep regret will be felt among a large circle of sincere friends and relatives.

Born in Wigtonshire, Scotland, where she was also married, herself and husband came to Canada some 65 years ago, settling at Richwood and about 20 years later, after Mr. Gourlay's death, moved to Ayr, where she continued to reside until her demise. She was a Presbyterian and a faithful member of Knox United Church; also a worker in the Ladies' Aid Society. Outside of these activities, she devoted nearly all her time to the interests of her home and family, of whom there were 14 children, and 13 survive her - one, Alice, having lost her life in a railway wreck near Paris some years ago. The surviving members comprise five daughters and eight sons. They are - Mrs. Wm. Waugh, Innerkip; Mrs. Wm. Manson, Ayr; Mrs. Murdo Lillico, Blenheim; Mrs. E.S. Boddy, Portage Laprarie; Jessie, John and Robert at home; Thomas, William and James, in Manitoba; George in Paris; Peter near Ayr, and Alexander in Toronto.

Five sisters and two brothers are also living. Mrs. Peter Rodger resides in Greenfield; Mrs. John Ross and Mrs. Wm. Muir in Paris, and Thomas Armstrong in Woodstock. Another sister and another brother are in Australia. The funeral, which was private, took place from her late residence, Swan St., yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon, Rev. Mr. Brown and Dr. Tomson officiating. Interment was made in the Ayr Cemetery. The pall-bearers were Messrs. J. L. Black, G.D. Black, D. Lillico, J. Ennis, N. Walton, and Jas. Dennis.

Ayr News Oct 6 1921 pg 1