Rod Hopf

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-420319
• Residence: 1968, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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HOPF, Robert Noble

Bob Hopf, a man of few words but a big heart, died peacefully on Friday, November 10, 2017, just 16 days shy of his 90th birthday. Growing up in the Preston area, Bob met the love of his life and best friend Thelma (Cochrane) in Ayr, where the two married and shared their love of family, friends, travel, camping and garage sales for 66 years. Known as 'Hopfy' to his co-workers and with a life-long career in the trucking industry, Bob raised three boys, Wayne (Darlene) of Brighton, Les (Karen) of Glen Morris and Rod (Nancy) of Cambridge, who soon shared his passion for cars, including building a Model A Ford from the ground up. Fishing, woodworking and swimming pool antics became favourite past-times for the whole family. With countless hours spent in arenas, pool-sides or sporting fields,"Poppa" loved cheering on his 6 grandchildren (Candy, Sheila, Karlie, Reba, Andrew and Kate), 10 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren. And so our Bob, Dad and Poppa exits this world, with a ball cap perched just so, a cup of Timmie's in one hand and a Timbit in the other. Life will never be the same and he will be dearly missed by us all, including his wonderful extended family the 'Cochrane Clan'. The family invites you to a visitation at Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, 183 Northumberland St., Ayr on Tuesday, November 14, from 2: 00-4: 00 p.m. or 7: 00-9: 00 p.m. A Celebration of Life service will take place on Wednesday, November 15, 11: 00 a.m. at Calvary Mennonite Church, adjacent to Kipps, with reception to follow. Interment Ayr Cemetery.

Cambridge Times 13 Nov 2017

Robert — Thelma Cochrane. [Group Sheet]

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• Business: Stanley St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Cochrane's Plumbing and Electric
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339301
• Residence: 1968, Swan St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Robert — Mary H. Hoskin. Mary was born 1905, , Ontario, Canada; died 11 Jul 2007, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried 14 Jul 2007, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary H. Cochrane
• Name: Mary H. Taylor
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339302
• Residence: 1968, Swan St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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TAYLOR (Cochrane) Mary H. - Peacefully, at Parklane Terrace, on Wednesday, July 11, 2007, formerly of Ayr; in her 102nd year. Mary was a longtime member of the Ayr Horticultural Society and was an avid gardener. Beloved wife of the late William Taylor (1971) and Robert Cochrane (1967); loved mother of Norma Robb (Roger) of Woodstock, Thelma Hopf (Robert) of Ayr, Donna Johnstone (William) of Cambridge, James Cochrane (Marg) of Richwood, Barbara Jonas (Roland) of Cambridge, Vera Balkwill (Larry) of Drumbo and Gerald Cochrane (Rita) of Princeton; loved grandmother of 24 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by daughter, Roberta Lee; a grandson, Marshall; a sister, Doris and brother, Harry. Friends will be received at the Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home , 183 Northumberland Street, Ayr, on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. Reverend Eloi Gunn officiating. Interment Ayr Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, Canadian Diabetes Association, or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences or donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting Wm. Kipp 519-442-3061.

The Waterloo Region Record Jul 12 2007

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• Interesting: story, agriculture
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-113741
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1918, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 34, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Thy Will Be Done Died In South Dumfries, on Wednesday, February 6th, 1918. at 2 p.m. Robert Cochrane Aged 59 years. The Funeral Will take place from his late residence, Lot 34, Con. 7, South Dumfries, on Saturday, Feb. 9, at 2 p.m., to Ayr Cemetery. "Heaven is Our Home" Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.

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Death of a Prominent Farmer
Robert Cochrane Summoned After Brief Illness

The community was sensibly shocked on Wednesday, Feb. 6, when it was learned that Mr. Robert Cochrane had been suddenly called from time to eternity. About a week previously he had attended a sale and became thoroughly chilled. On Saturday, however, he was in Paris, but the next day was stricken with acute inflammatory rheumatism. The disease made rapid progress, and although everything possibly was done to check it the effort proved futile. Mr. Cochrane was one of the most prominent agriculturists in the entire section, owning and cultivating one of the richest and best tilled farms in the province, frequently taking prizes on his products and in the field competition. As a horseman, stockbreeder and exhibitor, he also figured conspicuously, and in recent years was frequently called upon by the Department of Agriculture to act in the capacity of a judge, his decisions giving general satisfaction. From this it will be seen that in the demise of Mr. Cochrane the profession of Agriculture loses one of its leading exponents, the Church a faithful apostle, the community a worthy citizen, and the family a kind, indulgent father and husband. The deceased was still, ordinarily speaking, good for many years of usefulness, being yet under the sixty year mark, but Providence ruled otherwise, and many were the sincere friends who followed his remains to their last resting place with bowed heads and a keen sense of sorrow. He was married in 1881 to Christena Marshall, who survives, together with the following family: Ernest of Bright, Marshall of Galt, Robbie, Margaret and Grace at home. Two brothers and a sister also survive, viz.: James of Edmonton and John and Margaret of Ayr. As a sport Mr. Cochrane was an enthusiastic hunter, also a curler, being tankard skip for years, and winning a number of cups in quoit pitching contests. The funeral on Saturday to Ayr cemetery was largely attended. The service was conducted jointly by Rev. J.J. Brown and Dr. Thomson. Following were the pall-bearers: Messrs. John A. Manson, Albert Gillespie, Thos. Easton, John Easton, Paul Maeder and Wm. Manson.

The Ayr News Feb 14 1918 pg 1

Robert married Christina Marshall 18 Apr 1888, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada. Christina (daughter of Peter Marshall and Margaret Nichol) was born 4 Jan 1863, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 27 Jun 1944, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 29 Jun 1944, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Christina Cochrane
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-69623

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Died In South Dumfries, on Tuesday, June 27, 1944, at 1.15 p.m. Christina Marshall Widow of the late Robert Cochrane, in her 82nd year. The Funeral Will take place from her late residence, South Dumfries, on Thursday, June 29th, at 2.30 p.m., to Ayr Cemetery. "Jesus, I am resting, resting In the joy of what Thou art." Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

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Lifelong Resident Passes

Mrs. Robert Cochrane, South of Ayr, Was Member of Pioneer Family

A lifelong resident of this community passed away on Tuesday at noon in the person of Mrs. Robert Cochrane, one mile south of Ayr, in her 82nd year. Mrs. Cochrane, whose maiden name was Christina Marshall, was a daughter of Peter Marshall and Margaret Nicoll, Scottish pioneers. She was born on the Marshall homestead, now occupied by Clifford Faus, and had resided in South Dumfries township during the whole of her long lifetime. She was a member of Knox United Church, but, owing to the condition of her health, was unable to participate in the activities of church and other organizations for many years past. Mrs. Cochrane, whose husband predeceased her many years ago, is survived by the following family: Ernest Cochrane, Blenheim; A. Marshall Cochrane, Ayr; Mrs. Charles Gunn and Mrs. Thomas Ritchie, South Dumfries, and Robert Cochrane, Ayr. Also surviving are one brother, Anthony Marshall, LeaCross, Sask., and 18 grandchildren. The funeral will take place from her late residence to Ayr Cemetery this (Thursday) afternoon at 2.30 o'clock.

The Ayr News Jun 29 1944 pg 10

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MRS. CHRISTINA COCHRANE
By Record Correspondent

AYR. June 28. Mrs. Christina Cochrane, widow of Robert Cochrane, died early yesterday afternoon at her home, Lot 23, Fifth Concession of South Dumfries. She was 81 years of age. Mrs. Cochrane had been, troubled with arthritis fon many years. She attended Know United Church.

She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Marshall, Surviving are three sons, Ernest of Blenheim Township, Albert and Robert of Ayr: two daughters, (Margaret) Mrs. Charles Gunn, Ayr, and (Mable) Mrs. Thomas Ritchie, Paris, and one brother, Anton Marshall Leacross, Sask. Two brothers and four sisters predeceased her.

The funeral will be held Thursday with public service at the residence at 2:30. Interment will be made in the Ayr Cemetery. Rev. R A. Steed will conduct the services. The remains will rest at the home after Thursday noon.

Kitchener Record 28 Jun 1944, Wed Page 17