Annie Williams

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• Name: Annie Dennis
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-194842
• Immigration: 1882, , Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Residence: Bef 1957, Swan St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1978, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Mrs. James Dennis, 85, Passes

The death occurred in Ayr on Thursday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry C. Elliott, of Mrs. James Dennis, aged 85 years. She had been seriously ill for only a short time. One of Ayr's oldest and most respected residents, Mrs. Dennis celebrated her birthday quietly on January 21, to take her place near the head of the village's senior citizens in longevity. A native of Exeter, Devonshire, England, she was the former Annie Williams and came to Ayr with her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Williams, some 75 years ago. She lived nearly all her life in this village, although in later years she resided with family members in other centres at various periods. She was married to James Dennis early in life and they resided on Swan street for many years. Her husband predeceased her some years ago. Mrs. Dennis was a valued member of Knox United Church. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Henry C. (Lottie) Elliott, Ayr; Mrs. A. E. (Florence) Halliday, Chatham, and Mrs. Arthur (Myrtle) Cropp, Burlington; a son, Harry of Acton; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Snyder, RR 1, Ayr, and Mrs. Jessie Mott of Detroit. Eleven grandchildren and several great-grandchildren also survive.

The Funeral

Funeral service was held at the W. O. Ball Funeral Parlor on Saturday, conducted by Rev. R. D. Thompson. Interment was in Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Arthur Underwood, J. D. Patterson, Arthur Hawes, Wallace Gillespie, Robert and Alvin Page.

The Ayr News Feb 14 1957 pg

Annie married James Hawke Dennis 28 Jun 1892, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. James (son of James Hawke Dennis and Charlotte Peters) was born Dec 1869, Port Elgin, Saugeen Twp., Bruce Co., Ontario, Canada; died 28 Nov 1942, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 30 Nov 1942, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

1. Lottie Irene Dennis was born 13 Jun 1893, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Jul 1980, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 18 Jul 1980, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
2. Florence May "Bunny" Dennis was born Sep 1895, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
3. Myrtle Dennis was born Jun 1897, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
4. Henry William "Harry" Dennis was born Jul 1901, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

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• Name: Harry Williams
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57882
• Immigration: 1882, , Canada
• Immigration: 1882, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farm Laborer
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Porter - General store
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist

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The Late Henry Williams - Died, in Ayr, on Wednesday, March 10, 1920, at 10 o'clock am, Henry Williams. The deceased had been in poor health for some time. His wife predeceased him about three weeks. He was born in England and came to this country soon after marrying. He had been a resident of Ayr for 35 years and was highly respected as a quiet, unobtrusive citizen. For years he was in the employ of Mr. McColl and the W. A. Ramsay Co. as porter. Mr. Williams was a Forester and secretary of the local lodge from its organization here. In religion he was a Methodist. A son and four daughters survive. The funeral took place on Friday, the pallbearers being fellow Foresters, viz.: Bros. Chisholm Scott, Chris Leiska, Robt. Taylor, J. Urquhart, Ep. Hawes, and Rich McGrogan. Among the friends who attended the obsequies were Mr. and Mrs. Chas Bushell of Aaron, Ohio; Mrs. A. E. Halliday and daughter of Toronto; Mr. Maus, Detroit, and Rev. John H. Williams, Chicago.

Ayr News Mar 18 1920 pg 8

Henry — Louisa Mears. Louisa was born 24 Jun 1845, , Devonshire, England; died 20 Feb 1920, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 22 Feb 1920, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Louisa Williams
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57883
• Immigration: 1884, , Canada
• Immigration: 1884, , Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist

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Death of Mrs. Harry Williams
Died, in Ayr, on Friday, Feb 20^th, 1920, at 10 o'clock a.m., Louisa Mears beloved wife of Harry Williams, in her 77^th year. Mrs. Williams had been ill only a few weeks, her trouble being bronchitis and a weak heart. She was born in Devonshire, Eng., and was also married in the old land. The family came here 35 years ago. Mrs. Williams devoted her time and energy to the interests of her husband children. In religion she was originally a member of the Church of England, but latterly a Methodist. Besides her husband, a son and four daughters survive. They are; Rev. John Williams, Chicago, Mrs. Jas. H. Dennie, Ayr, Mrs. W N. Snyder, North Dumfries, Mrs. N M?, Detroit, and Mrs. Chas B?, Akron, O. The funeral took place on Sunday, when interment was made in the Ayyr cemetery.

Ayr News Feb 26 1920 pg 8