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John R. Easton Dies In 85th Year - One of the district's oldest residents, John R. Easton, aged 84, died at the Kitchener -Waterloo Hospital on Fridays, July 22, where he had been confined for the past ten weeks. He was born in South Dumfries on the Easton homestead, where he farmed all his life, and which is now owned by his son, James Easton. Mr. Easton was a son of the late Thomas Easton and Mary Richmond. He was a member of Knox United Church, Ayr. He was predeceased by his wife, Jessie Robson. Surviving are a son, James, RR 3, Ayr; a daughter, Mrs. Leslie (Mary) McConnell of London, and five grandsons. Funeral service was conducted by Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan at the Cumming Funeral Home, Paris, on Monday. Interment was in the Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Roland Maeder, Wallace Dance, Harley Ballantyne, Charles Gunn, Alden Cochrane and Peter Gourlay.

The Ayr News Jul 28 1960 pg 6

John married Jessie Isabelle Robson 8 Oct 1919, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jessie (daughter of James Laurie Robson and Christina "Tena" Gemmell) was born 13 Jan 1884, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 24 Jan 1946, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 26 Jan 1946, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jessie Isabelle Easton
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73176
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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MRS. JOHN EASTON

Sudden Passing of Esteemed Resident is Regretted by Many Friends

A well-known and highly-esteemed native of this community passed away suddenly on Thursday morning at her home one mile south of Ayr in the person of Jessie Isobel Robson, beloved wife of John Easton, in her 64th year.

Mrs. Easton sustained a heavy stroke on Wednesday, January 23rd, followed by a second stroke the next day, which was the immediate cause of her passing.

She was born on the Robson homestead, near the C.P.R. depot, being a daughter of James Robson and Christina Gemmell.

Mr. and Mrs. Easton celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in October, 1944. Mrs. Easton was a member of Knox United Church, a member of the Kate M. Thomson Auxiliary, and a former valued member of the Women's Institute.

Besides her husband, she is survived by two children, James and Mary, at home; one sister, Mrs. William S. Marshall, Ayr, and two brothers, John Robson, Alsask, Sask., and Andrew Robson. Toronto.

The Funeral.

The funeral, which took place on Saturday afternoon to Ayr Cemetery was largely attended. The services were in charge of Rev. R. A. Steed assisted by Rev. J. W. Currie. There were many beautiful floral offerings. The pallbearers were: R. E. Maeder, P. L. Gourlay, J. A. Gillespie, J. A. Manson, Charles Gunn and Erle Sharp. Acting as flower-bearers were: George Gillespie, Warren Vincent, Douglas Maus and A!den Cochrane.

The Ayr News Jan 31 1946 pg 1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195367
• Residence: 1909, Manley St., Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Died in Ayr, on Saturday, Dec. 4th 1909 at 12.30 o'clock a. m. Thomas Easton, in his 80th year. The funeral will take place from his late residence, Manley St. on Monday, Dec. 6, 09, at 2 pm. m. to Ayr Cemetery

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Death of Thomas Easton

Thomas Easton, the subject of this brief sketch, passed away early Saturday morning, after an illness which confined him to his home for same months past. He was in his 80th year and had been a resident of the neighboring township of South Dumfries for the greater part of his life. Born in Scotland, where he received part of his education, he came to Canada about the year 1840, just after the Mackenzie rebellion, and settled in the township of South Dumfries, where he finished his schooling and grew to manhood, and where he spent a long and useful life, moving to Ayr some two years ago. Of the changes witnessed by Mr. Easton during this long period it is not necessary to write at length. Suffice it to say that from a sparcely settled primeval forest to a prosperous agricultural community was a long stride, necessitating great patience and much arduous labor. In this wonderful transition the deceased was an active unit and a personal force in every battle for the betterment of the community and the country at large. A man of good sound judgment and strong convictions, he was not easily swayed from the even tenor of a well-defined course, wielding a ready pen in his advocacy of temperance and moral reform, or the denounciation of vice in any form. In politics he was a Reformer, and in religion a Presbyterian, being a consistent, member of Knox church. Early in life he was united in marriage with Mary Richmond, who survives, together with a grown up family, the members of which are-Alexander in Brantford; William on the 10th con. of Blenheim; George near Washington; Arthur in South Dumfries; Annie (Mrs. J. S. Clark) in Ayr; Thomas in North Dumfries, and John on the homestead, South Dumfries. The funeral on Monday to Ayr cemetery was very largely attended, the services being conducted by his pastor, Rev. John Thomson, assisted by Rev. D. I. Ellison. The pallbearers were the deceased's six sons.

The Ayr News Dec 9 1909 pg 8

Thomas married Mary Richmond 31 Mar 1863, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of William Richmond and Ann Dickie) was born CALC 25 Jan 1839, , Ayrshire, Scotland; died 18 Mar 1920, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 20 Mar 1920, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Easton
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195368
• Immigration: 1839, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Death of Mrs. Thos. Easton
Resided in Ayr and Vicinity for Upwards of Four Score Years

In the death of Mrs. Thomas Easton, which event occurred at her residence, Manley Street, Ayr, on Thursday, March 18th, 1920, at 5 p.m., this community loses one of its most highly esteemed pioneers, in her 82nd year. Mary Richmond (her maiden name) was born in Ayrshire, Scotland, and came to Canada with her parents at the age of one month, settling on the farm now occupied by Mr. Albert Gillespie. In 1863, she was married to Thomas Easton and took up residence on the Easton homestead, a short distance from her old home. Here she resided continuously until 12 years ago, when she and her husband retired from the more strenuous activities of life and moved to Ayr, Mr. Easton surviving his retirement only about two years. Mrs. Easton was a life-long member of the Presbyterian Church and a regular attendant at the services, taking a deep and intelligent interest in everything relating to the interests of the congregation and the community at large. A devoted wife and mother, her memory will ever be a green spot in the recollection of her family, and a wide circle of friends will join with them in mourning the departure of one who was sincerely loved and esteemed for her many excellent qualities of head and heart. All the members of the family, one daughter and six sons survive. They are: Alexander, New Durham; William, Bright; George, Washington; Thomas, Ayr; John and Arthur on old homestead, and Mrs. John Clark at home. Several brothers also survive. They are: James, Richmond, Galt; Rev. John M. Richmond, Ormand, Florida and Mr. Matthew Richmond, Iowa. The funeral on Saturday to Ayr cemetery was largely attended, the pallbearers being deceased's six sons. Rev. J. J. Brown conducted the services which was assisted by Rev. Dr. John Thomson, who was Mrs. Easton's pastor for a period of nearly 40 years.

The Ayr News Mar 25 1920 pg 1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73171
• 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

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Until the Day Break Died In Ayr on Wednesday, July 5th, 1911, at 10 o'clock a.m., James L. Robson, In his 61st year. The Funeral Will take place from his late residence,. (Lot 38, Concession 8), on Friday, July 7,'11, At 2 p.m., to Ayr cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.


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James married Christina "Tena" Gemmell 13 Feb 1878, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Christina (daughter of John Gemmell and Janet M. Morton) was born 29 Mar 1853, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Jan 1936, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 30 Jan 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Christina "Tena" Robson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73173
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Death of Mrs. J. L. Robson - Lifelong Resident of Community Passes in 83rd Year - Another old and respected resident of this village passed to her reward at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Easton, fifth concession of South Dumfries, on Tuesday morning at 8 o'clock in the person of Mrs. James L. Robson, in her 83rd year, after an illness of three months. Deceased, whose maiden name was Christina Gemmell, was born in North Dumfries township and had spent all of her lifetime in this community. For a period of about fifty years the family resided on the farm northwest of the C. P. R. crossing at the Ayr depot, but for the past ten years Mrs. Robson had resided in Ayr. Upon becoming ill some three months ago, she went to live with her daughter, Mrs. John Easton, in South Dumfries. Mrs. Robson was a valued member of Knox United Church and took a deep interest in the Ladies' Aid Society and other organizations of the congregation. She was also a member of the Women's Institute for a long term of years. Of a bright and energetic disposition, deceased had a host of warm friends, who always found her ready and willing to assist in time of need. She is survived by three sons and two daughters, as follows: John, Alsask, Sask.; Morton, Ayr; Andrew, Toronto; Mrs. John Easton, South Dumfries, and Mrs. W. S. Marshall, Blenheim. Her husband predeceased her in 1911. The funeral will take place at the Ayr Cemetery this (Thursday) afternoon at 2.30 o'clock.

The Ayr News Jan 30 1936 pg 6

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At Rest Robson, in South Dumfries, on Tuesday, January 28, 1936, at 8.00 a. m. Christina Gemmell widow of the late James L. Robson, in her 83rd year. The funeral will take place from the home of her son-in-law John Easton, 6th Concession, South Dumfries, on Thursday, January 30th. at 2.30 p.m., to the Ayr Cemetery

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• Occupation: , Scotland; shepherd
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-153785
• Immigration: 1840, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Died, At his residence, South Dumfries, on Friday the 20th of December, at 4 o'clock, P.M., Mr. Alexander Easton, aged 83 years. You are respectfully requested to attend the funeral of the said Alexander Easton, Which will take place at 12 o'clock, noon, on Monday the 23rd of December, from his late residence to the place of interment, Stanley street Church Burying Ground, Ayr. [no year given - Tombstone inscription - Dec 20, 1867]

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Passing of Annie Easton

Of the various kinds of people who are being laid to rest in our village cemetery, the most interesting now are the old pioneers, and Miss Annie Easton, who was buried here on Monday afternoon, is a prominent one in this class, a factor in her case being her age, which was 93 years, having been born in 1838. She was born near Copse Holm in Roxburghshire, Scotland, and came with her father and mother ? about 1840. The family settled on the farm, now owned by and being next east of Mr. Albert Gillespie's about 2 miles southeast of Ayr, this place, ever since, . being known as the "Easton Homestead". When the family settled on their Canadian home, it comprised the father, Alexander Easton, the mother whose maiden name was Jane Kyle, their sons, William, Andrew, Thomas, George and Robert, and their daughters, Jane and Annie. William went to Australia during the late fifties, George died early in life, and Jane became Mrs. W. Gladstone and went to Missouri about the year 1870. Miss Annie continued to dwell at home and cared for her aged parents until they died, then for a time made her home with her brother Andrew on the 10th Concession of Blenheim. When her sister-in-law died, she returned to the old home and took care of the family, and continued to dwell with her brother Robert till he died, since then she has made her home with her two nieces, Mrs. W. Nichol and Mrs. J. P. McCammon, of Paris. During her long stay near Ayr she was a member of Stanley St. Church, and after going to Paris, belonged to the Presbyterian Church there, and in her daily life lived and acted the kind of Christian that she professed to be. Her father had been a shepherd in Scotland, and like most men of his class; was a God-fearing man and his home was ruled by gentleness, kindness and sympathy for others. These are the influences that made Miss Easton, so valuable to her young relatives and friends by her serenity, gentleness and kindness of disposition. The funeral on Monday was largely attended, the services being in charge of Rev. Dr. McKenzie of Paris. The pall bearers were Messrs. Walter Nichol; J. McCammon, and Andrew, George, William and Arthur Easton.

The Ayr News Jun 24 1926 pg 1

Alexander — Jeannie Kyle. Jeannie was born 1793, , Scotland; died 23 Feb 1874, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 26 Feb 1874, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jeannie Easton
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-132463

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Died At her late residence, South Dumfries, on Monday, the 23rd February, at 10 A.M., Mrs. Alexander Easton, In the 80th year of her age. The Funeral Will take place on Thursday, the 26th inst., at 11 o'clock A.M., to the place of interment, Stanley Street Church Burying Ground, Ayr. South Dumfries, Feb'y 24, 1874.

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-139014
• Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 34, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Died In South Dumfries, on Saturday, March 8th, at 3.30 P.M., Wm. Richmond, Sr., In the 70th Year of His Age. The Funeral will take place on Tuesday, the 11th inst., at 1 o'clock, p.m., from his late residence to the place of interment, New Cemetery, Ayr. South Dumfries, March 10th, 1879.

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William Richmond is reported to have been born in Dyke Field Farm, Mauchlin, Ayrshire, Scotland, documentation needed.

William — Ann Dickie. Ann (daughter of William Dickie and Jane McHoul) was born CALC 30 Sep 1808, Sorn, Ayrshire, Scotland; died 31 May 1892, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 2 Jun 1892, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Ann Richmond
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-139028

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Died, In South Dumfries, on Tuesday, May 31st., 1892, at 11.50 a.m. Ann Dickie, Relict of the late Wm. Richmond, aged 83 years and 8 months. The Funeral Will take place from the residence of Wm. Richmond, lot 33, con. 6, South Dumfries, on Thursday, at two p.m., to Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend. May 31, 1892.

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• Land: North Dumfries Concession 08 Lot 36, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58638
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 08 Lot 36, 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.

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Died, In North Dumfries, on Tuesday the 17th inst, at 9 A.M., John Robson Sen., Aged 80 Years. The Funeral Will take place on Thursday, the 19th Inst., at 1 o'clock p.m., from his late residence, near Ayr, to the place of Interment, Stanley Street Church Burying Ground. Ayr, October 17th, 1876.

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John is reported to been born in Ridlees, Parish of Elsdon, County of Northumberland, England, the son of William Robson & Ann Riddell, documentation needed.

John — Isabella Laurie. Isabella was born CALC 3 Jul 1811, , Scotland; died 11 Jan 1875, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 14 Jan 1875, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Isabella Robson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58639
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.

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Died, Near Ayr, on Monday evening, at 12 o'clock, Isabella, Wife of John Robson, Sen., Aged 63 Years, 6 Months and 8 Days. Funeral. On Thursday, the 14th inst., at 1 o'clock, p.m., from her Husband's Residence, to the Stanley Street Burying Ground, Ayr. Ayr, Jan. 12th, 1875.

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On Monday evening, the 19th inst., Mrs John Robson, wife of John Robson, senr. also departed, in her 64th year. Up to the last few months Mrs Robson had enjoyed good health, but since then she has gradually failed, breathing her last at 12 o'clock on Monday evening. An amiable, chrtstian woman, a good wife and loving mother, she leaves behind her a host of friends.

Galt Reporter Jan 15 1875 pg 2

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-75486
• Occupation: 1851, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1851, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1856, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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GEMMILL An accident occurred in West Dumfries on Friday, the 17th ultimo, to Mr. John Gemmill, which we regret to state has terminated fatally. It appears that Mr. Gemmill was returning from Ayr on the afternoon in question with a yoke of oxen attached to a sleigh, and that by some means or other, he must have fallen off the sleigh, and received the injury from which he died. No person was with him at the time, and it was only the arrival of the oxen without Mr. Gemmill that aroused the fears of the family. His brother immediately set out in search of him, and discovered him lying on the side of the road a short distance from Ayr. He was immediately carried home and medical assistance procured, when it was found that his leg was broken in three places, and that he was otherwise injured. It was at one time hoped that his limb might be saved, but unfavourable symptoms set in, and his medical attendants, Drs. McGeorge and Caw, considered that amputation of the leg was the only chance to save his life. This was accordingly performed, but Mr. Gemmill never rallied, and expired on Saturday last. His funeral took place on Monday. Mr. Gemmill was well known in Galt and vicinity and was formerly employed in the foundry of Messrs Lutz and Company.

Hamilton Spectator 3 Mar 1860

John — Janet M. Morton. Janet (daughter of Robert Morton and Janet Jamieson) was born Nov 1816, Mauchline, , Ayr, Scotland; was christened 2 Dec 1816, Mauchline, , Ayr, Scotland; died 13 May 1903, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Janet M. Gemmell
• Name: Janet M. Smith
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-75487
• Immigration: 1840, , Canada
• Immigration: 1840, , Canada
• Residence: 1851, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1856, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian