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William E. Ellis[1]

Male 1819 - 1891  (72 years)


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  • Name William E. Ellis 
    Born 10 Feb 1819  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10] 
    Gender Male 
    Residence 1845  Dumfries Township, Gore District, Ontario Find all individuals with events at this location  [11] 
    Occupation 1851  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [2] 
    farmer 
    Residence 1861  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Farmer 
    Residence 1861  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [9] 
    Methodist 
    Occupation 1871  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [5] 
    Farmer 
    Residence 1871  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [5] 
    W. Methodist 
    Occupation 1881  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [6] 
    Farmer 
    Residence 1881  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [6] 
    C. Methodist 
    Business 1888  Hespeler (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location 
    William E. Ellis & Sons Manufacturers fo White Lime 
    FindAGrave https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/68343891 
    Occupation 1891  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [8] 
    Farmer 
    Residence Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [4] 
    Methodist 
    Residence 1891  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [8] 
    Methodist 
    Eby ID Number Waterloo-24368 
    Died 31 Aug 1891  Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [3, 4, 7, 10] 
    Cause: cancer of the stomach 
    Buried Wanner Mennonite Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  [3, 10] 
    Person ID I24368  Generations
    Last Modified 28 Jan 2025 

    Father Squire William E. S. Ellis,   b. 1776, Killashandra, Cavan, Ulster, Ireland Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 23 Feb 1848  (Age 72 years) 
    Mother Martha Elliott,   b. 1773, , Ireland Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 29 Sep 1861, , Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 88 years) 
    Family ID F7105  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family 1 Dorothy Howell,   b. 1826, , Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 10 Jan 1853, , Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 27 years) 
    Married 12 Aug 1845  Dumfries Township, Gore District, Ontario Find all individuals with events at this location  [11, 12] 
    Children 
     1. Henry Ellis,   b. 1844, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. Yes, date unknown
     2. Thomas H. Ellis,   b. 10 Sep 1846, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. Yes, date unknown
     3. George David Ellis,   b. 24 Aug 1848, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 15 May 1908, Mersea Township, Essex Co., Ontario Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 59 years)
     4. Mary Margaret Ellis,   b. 13 Dec 1850, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 9 Jun 1900  (Age 49 years)
    Last Modified 29 Jan 2025 
    Family ID F6074  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family 2 Nancy Andrews Nelles,   b. 4 Aug 1830, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 3 Sep 1908, Brantford Township, Brant County, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 78 years) 
    Children 
     1. Mary Margaret Ellis,   b. 13 Dec 1850, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 9 Jun 1900  (Age 49 years)
     2. Wellington Johnathan Ellis,   b. 6 Aug 1857, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 20 Dec 1908, Gilbert Plains, , Manitoba, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 51 years)
     3. Ozias Barber Ellis,   b. 21 Jun 1860, Hespeler (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 5 Jun 1927, North Vancouver, , British Columbia, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 66 years)
     4. James E. Ellis,   b. 1 Jul 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. Yes, date unknown
     5. Dorothy Ann Ellis,   b. 4 Feb 1864, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 10 Dec 1927, Vancouver, , British Columbia, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 63 years)
     6. Bertha Marie Ellis,   b. 6 Jun 1866, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 27 Dec 1939, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 73 years)
     7. Maretta Jane Ellis,   b. 6 Nov 1868, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 20 Oct 1948, Vancouver, , British Columbia, Canada Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 79 years)
    Last Modified 29 Jan 2025 
    Family ID F33082  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  • Notes 
    • Hespeler Correspondence.

      THE LATE WM. E. ELLIS. This section has lost one of its oldest and most esteemed residents in the person of the late Wm. E. Ellis. Born on the farm he died on on Feb. 10, 1819, and living on it continuously ever since, he may safely be classed as one of our oldest residents. His father, the late Squire Ellis, purchased the homestead from the Crown when King George IV was reigning, and resided on it till his death, which occurred some years ago at the good age of 76 years. His wife, Martha Elliott, a native of Ireland, who lived to be 96 years old, was one of these fine specimens of true Irish womanhood whose sons have left their mark in many lines in life in this country. Her many noble qualities are spoken of freely by the older residents. She was a consistent member of the Methodist Church all her life, and long before Hespeler was thought of, carried the subject of this notice many miles to a service of praise. From such a mother's influence no marvel is it that Wm. E. Ellis followed in her footsteps. He possessed in a large manner all her good qualities, and from quite became interested in in religious matters, and not only lived a shining example of Christian life, but in many ways sent others on to follow the same road. He was for many years a local preacher and through his efforts Zion Chapel was built, which will stand a pleasing testimony to his memory. He was always kind to the poor and had a cheerful and encouraging word for all. He was also for many years a J. P. Always possessing a genial temperament he had a happy home, where he will be missed greatly, He lived to see great changes. In his boyhood he had to go to Dundas as a market town. It had the nearest store or P. O., grist mill, etc. Where Hespeler and Guelph stands no one but the noble red man trod. His tales of those early days of the privations endured by the hardy settlers of Waterloo were very interesting. He was a life long Conservative and an ardent admirer of Sir John Macdonald, only voting Reform on one occasion when his friend and neighbor, the late Isaac Clemens, was the candidate, and last March he polled his last vote for Mr. Geo. Clare, the Conservative candidate. He was also an active man and up to the time of his last illness took a great interest in business matters, being engaged successfully in the lime business, and some 20 years ago "Ellis" cheese was the standard in this section. He was also at one time engaged in the manufacture of woodenware. Two only of his brothers and sisters survive him, viz., Mr. David Ellis and Mrs. George Clemens, of Park House, Preston, Mrs. (Rev.) James McAlister, of Paisley, being his niece. niece. His first wife was Miss Dorothy Howell, of St. George, by whom he leaves three children, viz., George, in Manitoba, Henry, at home,and Mrs. Bonham, of Chicago. His second wife was Miss Nelles, of Paris, who survives him and who is the mother of O. B., Wellington and James, and three daughters: Mrs. Massey, of Toronto; Mrs. Travers Stuart, of Burford, and Maretta at home, besides a number of grand and great grand children. The funeral on Thursday last was one of the largest ever witnessed in Waterloo township. The services were performed by the Rev. Dr. Cornish, the interment. taking place at Warner's burying ground.

      Sep 10, 1891 - Guelph Mercury

  • Sources 
    1. [S4] Vit - ON - Marriage Registration.
      George David Ellis aged 20 res Waterloo born Waterloo son of William and Dorothy married 25 Oct 1868 to Mary Anne Martin aged 19 res Waterloo born Waterloo daughter of John W. and Mary.

    2. [S131] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo Twp. - 1851, Div 1 pg 33.

    3. [S163] Cemetery - ON, Waterloo, Cambridge - Wanner Mennonite CC#6479 (formerly Waterloo Township).
      In memory of / William E. Ellis / born / Feb.10,1819 / died / Aug.31,1891 / aged 72 yrs. 6 mo. 21 d's / Father thou are gone to rest / we will not weep for thee / for thou art now where oft on earth / thy spirit longed to be

    4. [S116] Vit - ON - Death Registration.
      William E. Ellis d. 31 Aug 1891 Waterloo Twp., aged 72y, 6m, 21d, b. Waterloo Twp. cause: cancer of the stomach,

    5. [S604] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo South - 1871, Div. 2, Pg. 1.

    6. [S178] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo South - 1881, Waterloo S. Twp. 1881 Div 2 Page 12.

    7. [S7] News - ON, Waterloo, Kitchener - Berliner Journal (1859-1917), 10 Sep 1891.
      Aug 31, 1891 William E. Ellis died in Waterloo T'p., at age of 72 years, 6 months & 21 days.

    8. [S2575] Census - ON, Waterloo Township - 1891, Sect. 3 Page 27.

    9. [S894] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo Twp. - 1861, Sect. 11 Page 75.

    10. [S3231] Find A Grave, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/68343891/william-e.-ellis.

    11. [S12] Vit - ON, Gore - Gore District Marriage Register - Waterloo Entries, Rev. John Low - Wesleyan Methodist minister, Dumfries pg 34.
      William Ellis married Dorothy Howell both of Dumfries 12 Aug 1845 by license, wit: Jonah Howell and David Ellis

    12. [S60] News - Christian Guardian, 8 Apr 1846.
      1 Apr 1846, David Ellis & Lavinia Howell, both of Dumfries. (Rev. W. Willoughby).

  • Event Map
    Link to Google MapsBorn - 10 Feb 1819 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - 1845 - Dumfries Township, Gore District, Ontario Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsMarried - 12 Aug 1845 - Dumfries Township, Gore District, Ontario Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsOccupation - farmer - 1851 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - Farmer - 1861 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - Methodist - 1861 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsOccupation - Farmer - 1871 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - W. Methodist - 1871 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsOccupation - Farmer - 1881 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - C. Methodist - 1881 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsBusiness - William E. Ellis & Sons Manufacturers fo White Lime - 1888 - Hespeler (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsOccupation - Farmer - 1891 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - Methodist - - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsResidence - Methodist - 1891 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsDied - Cause: cancer of the stomach - 31 Aug 1891 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsBuried - - Wanner Mennonite Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Link to Google Earth
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