Barabara Elizabeth Ann "Bette" Thomson

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• Name: Barabara Elizabeth Ann "Bette" Bullock
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340276

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BULLOCK, Barbara Elizabeth Ann "Bette" (nee Thomson) Passed away following a courageous battle with cancer at Freeport Health Centre of the Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, in her 80th year. Born in Washington, then farmed in Plattsville and later resided in New Hamburg. Wife of the late Robert James Bullock who predeceased her April 10, 2007. Mother of David James Thomson Bullock, devoted daughter Janet Richmond Cook Reimer and her husband Glenn Edward Reimer. Grandmother of Lauren Jane Reimer and James Gabriel Reimer. Predeceased by her parents J. Perry Thomson and Minota Richmond, and her daughter, Jane Elizabeth Bullock (March 19, 1970). Survived by her siblings Bill and Shirley Thomson of Plattsville, Joyce Carmichael (Garnet, predeceased) of Woodstock, Kaye Swan of Simcoe, Ian and Nancy Thomson of Cambridge. Sisters-in-law Marjorie Battler (Elton, predeceased) of Brantford and Mabel Zinn (Elroy, predeceased) of Woodstock, and nieces and nephews. Bette pursued a banking career and then enjoyed life on the farm outside of Plattsville. After retiring from the farm, Bette was a dedicated paper courier for the Kitchener-Waterloo Record for the past 30 years. Memorial visitation will take place at Glendinning Funeral Home , 40 William St., Plattsville, on Thursday, May 24th from 7-9 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to the Memorial Service at Peace United Church, 20 Samuel Street, Plattsville, on Friday, May 25th, at 11: 00 a.m. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Peace United Church Memorial Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society (cheques accepted) would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be sent at www.gffh.ca

The Waterloo Region Record May 24 2012

Barabara — Robert James Bullock. Robert was born 27 Feb 1937, Plattsville, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 10 Apr 2007, , Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340271

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James Perry Thomson Passes - One of Washington district's best known residents, James Perry Thomson passed away early Tuesday following a brief illness. The late Mr. Thomson, who had recently undergone surgery, was 60 years of age. He was born at Washington, a son of the late J. J. Thomson and Alice Perry, and had lived on the family farm, on the 12th concession, all of his life. The late Mr. Thomson was a valued member of Washington United Church. He was also a popular figure in the social life of the community, and took a keen interest in curling. Mr. Thomson was a member of the Blenheim Plowmen's Association and a representative on the Blenheim Planning Board. Surviving besides his wife, the former Minota Richmond, are two sons, William of Plattsville and Ian at home; three daughters, Bette and Joyce at home, and Mrs. James (Kay) Swan of Wingham; three sisters, Mrs. Irene Main and Mrs. Jean Guthrie of Plattsville and Mrs. Jack (Margaret) Harmer of Galt; two brothers, George of Plattsville and Frank of Washington. Four grandchildren also survive. - The Funeral - Friends will be received at the Glendinning Home, Plattsville, where service will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. Craig Railton will officiate. Donations to the Washington United Church Memorial Fund will be appreciated in lieu of flowers. Interment will be made in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News May 5 1966 pg 2

James — Minota Elizabeth Richmond. Minota (daughter of William Dickie Richmond and Jessie Ann Hallman) was born 26 Jan 1906, Washington, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 31 Dec 1974, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Jan 1975, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Minota Elizabeth Thomson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340272

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Mrs. J. Perry Thomson Passes

Washington community was saddened Tuesday, December 31st when word came that Mrs. J. Perry Thomson entered into peaceful eternal rest at Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital. Mrs. Thomson was one of the community's well known and respected citizens who devoted her life to her family, church and community. The former Minota E. Richmond. she was born at Washington on January 27, 1906 and had been a lifelong resident. She was a daughter of the late William Richmond and Jessie Hallman. Mrs. Thomson received her education at Washington PLblic School, Plattsville High School and O.A.C. in Guelph. She married J. Perry Thomson and the couple farmed the Thomson homestead on the 12th concession of Blenheim until Mr. Thomson's death in 1966. In 1968 the farm was sold to Community Farm of the Brethren and Mrs. Thomson moved into a new home at "Brae-Heid" the Richmond homestead. Washington. A life time member of Washington United Church, she dedicated much time to the church and its organizations. Mrs. Thomson held various executive positions in both the church and United Church Women. In addition, she worked with the Sunday School and was a past superintendent. Other interests included curling, she was a member of Ayr Curling Club: Canadian Cancer Society, she was chairman of the annual canvass for the area for many years; and member of Plattsville and District Senior Citizens. Mrs. Thomson had a great interest in community affairs. To go along with this, she and Mrs. Reg Schrane combined to record many current and past events and they were known as area historians. Mrs. Thomson also served for the past few years as correspondent for the Ayr News. Beloved mother of Bette (Mrs. Robert Bullock) and William, both of Plattsville; Cayce (Mrs. Garnet Carmichael) of Drumbo; Mrs. Kaye Swan, Toronto and Ian at home. Grandchildren Kevin, Calvin, Karen, Christine Thomson and David and Janet Bullock. Beloved sister of Willson Richmond of Plattsville and Jessie (Mrs. Oliver Hill) of Simcoe. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by a sister Hilda (Mrs. I. G. Martin) in 1926 and a brother Ross Richmond in 1973. A memorial service was held Saturday, January 4 at 2: 00 p.m. at Washington United Church. As a tribute to the esteem in which Mrs. Thomson was held, the church was filled for the service. Rev. H. D. Pillen officiated and organist was Mrs. Gary Gibbons, a niece. Interment in Ayr Cemetery.


The Ayr News Jan 9 1975 pg 2

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-174251

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William D. Richmond Former Reeve of Blenheim, Passes At Simcoe

Following a short illness, William Dickie Richmond passed away at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Hill, Nos. 49 & 3 Highway, Simcoe, on Monday, April 2nd, in his 82nd year He was the eldest son of the late James Richmond and Barbara Young and was born near Ayr. He farmed practically all his life in Blenheim township. Mr. Richmond was a member of Washington United Church and served as an elder and on the board of trustees for many years. He also served as a councillor of Blenheim township for a number of years, later becoming reeve.

In 1893 he was married to Jessie Hallman, who passed away in June, 1936. His second wife, Elizabeth Hahn Funk, died in 1946.

He is survived by two sons, Willson, of Ottawa, and Ross on the home farm at Washington; two daughters, Mrs. Perry Thomson (Minota) Washington, and Mrs. 0. B. Hill (Jessie), Simcoe; thirteen grandchildren; one brother, Robert, of Woodstock, and four sisters, Miss E. Y. Richmond, Mrs. M. Hall and Mrs Ueorge Webster, all of Galt, and Mrs. Oliver Hall, Toronto.

He Was predeceased by one daughter, Mrs. I. O. Martin (Hilda) of Elmira, and two brothers, Andrew and John. Mr. Richmond will rest at the home of his daughter at Simcoe until Tuesday night, then at the residence of his son, Ross Richmond, at Washington, where funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 5th, at 2.30 p.m. by Rev. G. W. Kaiser. Interment will be made in Ayr Cemetery.


The Ayr News Apr 5 1951 pg 15

William married Jessie Ann Hallman 4 Oct 1893, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jessie (daughter of Elias Hallman and Mary "Polly" Bowman) was born 26 Dec 1872, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 2 Jun 1936, New Dundee, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 5 Jun 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jessie Ann Richmond
• Eby ID Number: 00048-3506.2

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Mrs. William Richmond - New Dundee, June 3 - Mrs. William Richmond died suddenly at her home near New Dundee at 6 o'clock last evening. She was in her 64th year, a daughter, of the late Mr. and Mrs. Elias Hallman and sister of E. B. Hallman of New Dundee, former warden of Waterloo County. Mrs. Richmond was a member of Washington United Church. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Perry Thomson (Minota) of New Dundee and Mrs. Oliver Hill (Jessie) of Jarvis; two sons, Willson and Ross, at home, and two grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. I. Martin (Hilda), predeceased her several years ago; also two sisters, Minota Hallman and Mrs. Angus Bowman; and her mother, Mrs. Elias Hallman, who resided with Mrs. Richmond, died only ten months ago. The funeral, which took place to the Ayr Cemetery on Friday afternoon, was largely attended by relatives and friends, a large number gathering at the deceased's late residence, Washington, to pay their last respects to one who had been suddenly taken from their midst. The services were conducted by the pastor of the local United Church. Rev. A. E, Hopper, with Rev. P. W. Hollinrake of Hamilton, a former minister at Washington, and Rev. G. D. Flemming of New Dundee assisting. A quartette from New Dundee, comprising Miss Miriam Hilborn, Rev. and Mrs. Flemming and Frank Page, rendered beautifully "No Night There." Many beautiful floral sprays and wreaths were carried by members of the local church, while the pallbearers were: Two sons, Willson and Ross Richmond; three sons-in-law, Israel Martin of Elmira, Perry Thomson, of Washington and Oliver Hill of Jarvis; and a nephew, Quentin Hallman of New Dundee.

The Ayr News June 11 1936 pg 8

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-174252
• Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 34, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1868, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada

James married Barbara Young 2 Apr 1868, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Barbara (daughter of Andrew W. Young and Barbara Hardy) was born 1842, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 9 Jul 1936, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 11 Jul 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Barbara Richmond
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-174253
• Residence: 1851, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1868, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1936, 15 Blenheim Rd., Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Mrs. James Richmond - Following a lengthy illness, Mrs. James Richmond, 93, of 15 Blenheim Road, Galt, passed away at her home on Thursday. Mrs. Richmond was born in Blenheim Township, daughter of Andrew and Barbara Yung, Scottish pioneers in the district. Following her marriage to James Richmond, who predeceased her 11 years ago, she lived in Washington, Ont., for many years. She went to Galt in 1914 and was an active member of Knox's Presbyterian Church until taken ill last July. Mrs. Richmond is survived by four sons, four daughters, 23 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at her late home on Saturday afternoon, with interment in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Jul 16 1936 pg 8

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3506
• Residence: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1911, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, New Dundee, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, New Dundee, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
• Retired: 1911, New Dundee, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Elias Hallman, "was born May 1st, 1850. He is married to Polly Bowman (No. 223). They reside in Blenheim Township, Oxford County, one mile west of the Blenheim Mennonite Meeting House, where he is engaged in farming. To them were born four children"

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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AMONG THE FARMERS

ELIAS HALLMAN

Bordering on the boundary between Oxford and Waterloo counties west side of the Middle Town Line, Located the home of the subject of this sketch. Just a few rods distant acres over in Wilmot township is the home of his birth and where his venerable father and mother and brother Josiah now reside. Here it was that be first saw the light of day, the event took place in the year 1850. He undoubedly had strong attachments for his home and parents, for after serving over twenty-one years under the parental roof he did not wander far away, but has ever since lived within hailing distance of where he had been reared to manhood.

In 1872, about the time be became of age, he was married to Polly, daughter of Mr. Jacob S Bowman, prominent and well known farmer near Haysville, and it was about this time they begen life together in their present home. Here they have labored and enjoyed prosperity for more than a quarter of a century. Mrs. Hallman was born near Waterloo in 1851, being now in her 48th year. To her and her husband have been born four children, three daughters and one son. Jessie the eldest of the family is the wife of Mr. William Richmond, a prosperous young farmer east of Washington; Elwin B., an intelligent and promising young man, is at home. He has attended several terms in the Berlin High School and last season open: several months in the Northwest, Lauretts and Minnota, the youngest daughters, are at home attending school.

Mr. and Mrs. Hallman have been members of the United Brethren church for about twenty five years, and Mr Hallman has served as class leader in the church at New Dundee for period of twenty years. As evidence of their profound sincerity in christian work their home will testify.

Whoever has occasion to step across their threshold will find all that constitutes a true christian home. Parents, children, and all around them, graciously extend the stranger that white souled hospitality and kindness, which at once makes him feel he is one of the family. Oh, if the exemplary conduct of the children and the earnest christian spirit of the parents of this home could prevail in all homes what s heaven-like world we would then live in!

Mr. Hallman, it seems, has not been an aspirant for political office further than being trustee for Union School Section No. 2, Blenheim and Wilmot No. 3. In this capacity he is now serving his fourteenth year. In educational matters he has always taken a deep interest, and to him a good share of credit is due for the modern facilties the section now enjoys. In 1886 the fine large brick school because it can boast of to-day was planned and erected. Mesers Hallman, Iasac Bricker and Isaac Roseuberger were then the trustees. Messrs Bricker and Hallman were detailed as a committee to select a site and visit other sections for the purpose of finding a design. They finally selected that of the Crosshill school. The site for the building was then chosen, it being on Mr. Hallman's farm near the county line and a most commendable one it is. The structure was immediately pushed to completion, and when it was completed and ready for holding school it was considered one of the best planned country school buildings in two counties. It is amply provided with space, being capable of seating about one hundred pupils. In the basement is a large hot air furnace which furnishes abundance of warmth in the school above. In addition to the furnace room there is a good wood shed in the rear and in front there is an ante-room on each side supplied with shelves and hooks for the accommodation of the children to keep their dinners, cloaks, coats, overshoes, etc. In connection there is a fine large play-ground with a gradual slope in every direction, thus affording splendid drainage to keep it perfectly dry.

It may not be intraling upon space and time to insert here that a quarter of a century ago Mr. David Bean, editor of the CHRONICLE, wielded the birch and blue beech in this very section, but that was then in the old building which stands on the opposite side of the road in Wilmot and now used as a dwelling house. The school of that time bears a special distinction from the fact that a number of its pupils bave since become noted as citizens, business men and politicans. First, the teacher, Mr. Bean himself, succeeded in reaching the top rung in the ladder of success in public school teaching, having been tendered the principalship of the Elmira schools while he was still engaged here. Among his pupils were Hon. D K Erb, M P.for South Perth; Josiah Hallman, Reeve of Wilmot township; Irvin Masters, stockholder and general manager of the Plattsville Milling Co; Menno Hallman of the Onterio Life Insurance Co, of Waterloo, and others, some of them prominent farmers of this section, who still have kind recollections of their old teacher.

Returning to the subject of this sketch, Mr. Hallmnn, it is not in the nature of boasting to say that no other farmer in Blenheim or Wilmot has been more prosperous considering the opportunities presented to him. He does not spend many idle moments at home. Daring the winter season in the day time he will be found almost constantly busy looking after his live stock or doing other odd jobs about the place. After the close of the day his time is usually taken up in preparing some subject of a religious nature for his convenience in his church as a class leader, or as singer in some Sunday school entertainment. To his church almost devotedly Mr. Hallman is most devotedly time and money in its behalf. If all those identified with church work were like him Satan's chances of demoralizing the world would become entirely extinct. In his church work and that on the farm Mr. Hallman is greatly assisted by the unflinching devotion of a kind and exceptionally industrious wife, who is not outdone by him in generosity towards those in need or in doing that which is for the best interests of the church.

As a farmer Mr. Hallman has attained his fair share of success. In the cattle line dairy cows have shared a good part of his attention, though he occasionally turns out a number of young beef cattle. He has now in his stables eleven extra good cows that bear evidence of kind treatment and judicious feeding. He has also a fine lot of calves and young cattle. Some of the latter are fit for the butcher now, but it is his intention to keep them over until next season. In horses Mr. Hallman has for years taken a good deal of interest. In 1886 he imported a fine thoroughbred Cydesdale filly from Scotland. Lady Hallman, her register name, is still in his possession and has carried off quite a number of first prizes. Since Mr. Hallman purchased her she has produced a number of excellent animals, she being the mother of three well-jointed youngster at present in his stables. In addition to these there are several other roadsters that bear good records as to speed.

Mr. Hallman is well situated for feeding, etc. In the upper portion of his barn is the latest improved steam cutter and chopping mill, both of which are are separated by a windmill. In implements and vehicles he is as well supplied as any other farmer in the township and has the necessary sheds in which to keep them. Since be took possession of the premises many improvements have been made, both on the barn and the residence. The lives of both he and his faithful wife have not deem mispent and when old age requires them to retire from active physical labors they will have justly merited the richest reward of have they have earnestly and zealously served so long.

Waterloo County Chronicle, 30 Mar 1899, p. 2

Elias married Mary "Polly" Bowman 5 Mar 1872, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Jacob S. Bowman and Mary Stauffer) was born 5 Apr 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 Aug 1935; was buried , New Dundee Union Cemetery, New Dundee, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary "Polly" Hallman
• Name: Polly Bowman
• Eby ID Number: 00002-223
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheran
• Residence: 1872, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, New Dundee, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren

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Polly Bowman, "the eldest daughter of Jacob S. Bowman, is married to Elias Hallman."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].