Barbara Hardy

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• Name: Barbara Young
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-120218P
• Residence: 1851, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

Barbara married Andrew W. Young 1828, Jedburgh, Roxburgh, Scotland. Andrew was born 1803, Ancrum, , Roxburgh, Scotland; died 1847, , Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57820
• Birth: CALC 29 Jan 1836
• Residence: 1851, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1851, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

James married Euphemia Y. Souter 16 Nov 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Euphemia (daughter of James A. Souter and Elizabeth Watson) was born 19 Oct 1844, , Quebec, Canada; died 28 Jan 1932, Vancouver, , British Columbia, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-69730
• Residence: 1851, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1858, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

George married Julia Coates 29 Nov 1858, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Julia was born 1837, , New Brunswick, Canada; died 28 Mar 1902; was buried , Chesterfield United Cemetery, Chesterfield, Oxford Co., Ontario. [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

Barbara married James Richmond 2 Apr 1868, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. James (son of William Richmond and Ann Dickie) was born 26 Apr 1843, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was christened , Ochiltree, , Ayr, Scotland; died 26 Jan 1925, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 28 Jan 1925, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Elizabeth Hall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-119545P
• Residence: 1851, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1864, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

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Died, In Blenheim, on Saturday morning, the 2nd inst, Elizabeth Young, Beloved Wife of William Hall, Aged 30 Years and 18 Days. You are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral, which will take place on Monday, the 4th inst., at 11 o'clock, a.m., from her husband's residence, Lot 6, 13th Con., Blenheim, to the place of interment, Stanley Street Church Burying Ground, Ayr. Blenheim, Nov. 2nd, 1872.


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Elizabeth married William Hall 10 Mar 1864, , Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. William (son of Andrew Hall and Isabella Oliver) was born 11 Aug 1833, , Roxburghshire, Scotland; died 3 Aug 1912, Woodstock, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 6 Aug 1912, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57931
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Dry Goods Clerk
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Clerk Gerneral Store

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• Name: Barbara Hardy Thamer
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289707
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Dry Goods Clerk

Barbara — John Huber Thamer. John (son of Johann Heinrich "Henry" Thamer and Mary Ann Huber) was born 15 Apr 1871, , Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 17 Mar 1934, New York City, New York, USA.; was buried , Fresh Pond Crematory and Columbarium, Middle Village, Queens, New York, United States. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jean Souter Smuck
• Name: Jennie Young
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58042
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; General Servant

Jean married Walter Ambrose Smuck 10 Apr 1902, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Walter (son of Jacob Smuck and Louisa Lockeberry, son of Jacob Smuck and Louesa Maria Tackebury) was born 13 Jun 1869, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 23 Jan 1912, Wetaskiwin, , Alberta, Canada; was buried , Edmonton, , Alberta, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58153
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Clerk General Store

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58264
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58375
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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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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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-288005
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Miller
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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ANDREW RICHMOND

The death occurred at Campden on Saturday of Andrew Richmond, in his 73rd year. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Richmond, who farmed in the Washington district. As a young man, he learned the milling trade at the Goldie mill, Greenfield. He later worked at his trade in Toronto and in Iowa, U.S.A. On his return to Canada, he was for a number of years in partnership with I. K. Martin, Galt. He subsequently purchased a mill in Campden, where he died.

Besides his widow, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Howard Graham, Montreal; one son; four sisters, Elizabeth Richmond, 'U.S.A.; Mrs. Oliver Hall, Toronto; Mrs. Morton Hall, Plattsville, and Mrs. George Webster, Galt; and three brothers, William, Kitchener; John, Hamilton, and Robert, Toronto.

The funeral took place to Ayr Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, the service being conducted by Rev. R. A. Steed. The pallbearers were six nephews, Arthur Tew, James Tew, George Tew, Willson Richmond, Ross Richmond and Perry Thomson.


The Ayr News Oct 19 1944 pg 18

Andrew — Viva Treva Gates. Viva was born 1881; died 1972; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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John George Richmond passed away at his residence, 96 East Avenue South, Hamilton Friday evening, aged 75 years. He had been ill one week.

Born at Washington, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Richmond, he had been a resident of Hamilton for the past 45 years. He was a regular attendant of St. John's Presbyterian Church.

Surviving are his wife, the former Laura May Priest; one daughter, Mrs. C. J. Wetmore (Audrey); three sons: James, Adrian, MI; Jack, at home; and Ralph, Ottawa; four sisters: Mrs. Oliver Hall, Toronto, Mrs. Morton Hall, Washington, Mrs. George Webster, Galt, Miss E. Y. Richmond, New York; and two brothers: William, Washington and Robert, Toronto.

Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Robinson Funeral Home, Hamilton followed by a short service and interment at Ayr Cemetery.

The pallbearers were six nephews: Ross and Murray McDonald, Hamilton; Arthur and Jim Tew, Willson and Ross Richmond.


The Ayr News May 26 1949 pg 3

John married Laura May Priest 2 Jun 1913, Hamilton, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada. Laura was born 24 Aug 1893, Milton, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1975; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341616
• Residence: 1956, Woodstock, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

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Native of Washington Passes

Robert H. Richmond, long prominent in the real estate business in Western Canada and Toronto, and resident in Woodstock in recent years, died at the home of his son-in-law, Rev. George L. Douglas, Woodstock, on Tuesday, Feb. 26. He had been in ill health for some time. Mr. Richmond was born on the family farm at Washington, Ont., a son of the late Mr.. and Mrs. James Richmond. He lived there until going west as a young man. He engaged in the real estate business in Saskatoon, Sask., for a short time, later at Winnipeg until 1933 when he returned east to Toronto and continued in business there until his retirement in 1949. Since then he had been residing at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Rev, and Mrs, Douglas. He was a member of Knox Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife, formerly Martha Queen; one son, Robert, Dick Richmond, Montreal, and one daughter, Mrs. G. L. Douglas (Marjorie), Woodstock; three sisters, Mrs. Oliver Hall, Toronto; Mrs. Morton Hall, Galt, and. Mrs. George Webster, Galt; four grand-children, Roberta and George Richmond, Montreal; George and Robert Douglas, Woodstock. There are also a number of nieces and nephews.


The Ayr News Mar 7 1957 pg 6

Robert — Martha A. Queen. Martha died 4 Jan 1974, Thornhill, Markham Twp., & Vaughan Twp., York Co., Ontario; was buried 7 Jan 1974, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Military: nurse - WW1
• Occupation: nurse
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-53152

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• Military: WW2 - Squadron Officer in World War II;
• Name: Annie Dickie Hall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339954

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Mrs. Annie (Richmond) Hall, passed away at her home, 3 Ridgewood Rd., Toronto, on Thursday, May 11th in her 89th year. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Richmond former residents of Washington. She had been a teacher at Perry's Corners School from 1904-1908, teaching in the old school on the east side of the road from 1904 to June 1908 when a new school was built, where she taught until December 1908. Following her marriage in 1912 to Oliver Hall, she had lived in Coniston area and later years lived in Toronto where her husband died in 1954. She was also predeceased by a son James Dickie in 1943, a Squadron Officer in World War II; four brothers and three sisters. Surviving are two sons, Dr. Gordon Hall, Woodstock, and John Hall of Toronto; six grand-children and one great-grand-child. Funeral and committal services were held Saturday at the Glendinning Funeral Home, Plattsville. Rev. H. D. Pillen of Plattsville officiated.

The Ayr News May 18 1972 pg 8

Annie married Dr. Oliver Hall 10 Jul 1912, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Oliver (son of Thomas Hall and Agnes Robson) was born 7 Apr 1879, Washington, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 15 Feb 1954, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 18 Feb 1954, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Hardee "May" Hall
• Name: Mary Hardee "May" Tew
• Name: May Richmond
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-174256
• Residence: 1956, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Mary — George Harry "Harry" Tew. George was born 1881; died 21 Mar 1923; was buried , Chesterfield United Cemetery, Chesterfield, Oxford Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

Mary — Morton Hall. Morton (son of Andrew Hall and Jane "Jennie" Gemmell) was born 27 Dec 1887, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 4 Jun 1945, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Helen Louise Webster
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-174259
• Residence: 1956, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Helen married George Walter Webster 3 Aug 1921, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. George (son of Joseph Webster and Gertrude Keibell) was born 19 Mar 1881, West Flamborough Twp., Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 18 Mar 1964; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58047

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-145494

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Death of Andrew Y. Hall

Prominent Live Stock Dealer Called to Great Beyond

The death occurred at his home in Toronto on Saturday of Andrew Y. Hall after an illness of three months during which time he underwent a serious operation. Deceased was born and spent his early manhood near Perry's Corners and for the past thirty years had engaged in the livestock business. For ten years of that period he was located at Ayr and as his interests increased he entered the large field at Toronto, where he was for many years associated with T. L. ?bett in the Commission business ?. He was well known to cattlemen from coast to coast and his firm enjoyed a large patronage. He is survived by his widow, one son, Ivan, in Blenheim, and one daughter, Helen, at home. One brother, William, on the homestead at Perry's Corners and one sister, Mrs. (Rev.) Ramsay, Belleville, also survive. The funeral took place from the C.P.R. station, on the arrival of the flyer, Tuesday morning and was largely attended. The services were conducted by Rev. J. W. Currie, and the following gentlemen acted as pallbearers: John Thompson and Wm. Richmond, Washington; Wm. Randall and John Hall, Plattsville; George A. Guthrie, New Dundee; and Thos. Hall, Ayr.

The Ayr News Apr 2 1925 pg 1

Andrew married Keziah Isabell "Kitty Bell" Robson 8 Oct 1890, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Keziah (daughter of Walter Robson and Ellen Wakefield) was born 1871, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 17 Apr 1934, Montreal, Ile De Montreal, Quebec; was buried 19 Apr 1934, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Barbara Guthrie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340086

Barbara married George Alexander Guthrie 18 Jan 1896, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. George (son of David Guthrie and Catherine "Katie" Morton) was born 1866, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 May 1944, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; was buried 11 May 1944, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58048

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• Name: Hilda Mary Dickie Martin
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-147814

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Mrs. Israel Martin

A deep gloom has been cast over this community by the sudden death of Mrs. Israel Martin, (nee Hilda Richmond), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Richmond, which occurred at Washington, Ont.

The funeral took place on April 1st from her late residence in Elmira, to the United Church, and was largely attended, testifying to the high esteem in which she was heldly all who knew her.

On April 2nd the remains were brought to Ayr and interred in the Ayr cemetery. A large concourse of friends from Ayr and surrounding community attended the funeral.

A short service was conducted at the graveside by Rev. R. E. Rallton of Millgrove, a former pastor of the deceased. In a few well chosen words, fitting tribute was paid to the exceptionally fine service she rendered in home, community and church. She was a lifelong member of the Methodist church at Washington and was a faithful and zealous worker in the Sunday School and Young Women's work of the church. Although taken in life's prime, she has made a worthy contribution to the social and religious life of the community In which she lived, and leaves the imprint of a virtuous life upon her

Waterloo Chronicle, 15 Apr 1926, p. 4

Hilda married Israel G. Martin Jul 1924, Washington, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Israel (son of Abraham B. Martin and Susannah Gingerich) was born 20 Mar 1895, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Mar 1952, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, 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

Minota — James Perry "Perry" Thomson. James was born 27 Apr 1906, Washington, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 3 May 1966, Washington, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 5 May 1966, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jessie Hallman Hill
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339718

Jessie — Oliver Bride Hill. Oliver (son of Samuel James Hill and Sarah Jane Bride) was born 29 Dec 1910, Palmerston, Peel Township, Wellington Co., Ontario; died 1982; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Viva Burdella Graham
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341107

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Mrs. Howard Graham Passes

Sympathy of the community is extended to Howard Graham of Burlington, an Ayr native, on the passing of his wife. Mrs. Graham, the former Viva B. Richmond, passed away January 7th. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Y. Richmond. Funeral service will be held today (Wed.) at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home. Interment in Ayr Cemetery.


The Ayr News Jan 10 1974 pg 12

Viva — Howard Ulric Graham. Howard (son of Henry Leroy Graham and Geneva Jones) was born 14 Jul 1913, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Dec 1994, Burlington, Halton Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Bayview Cemetery, Bellingham, Whatcom, Washington, United States. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341110

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339955
• Residence: 1954, Woodstock, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

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• Interesting: misfortune, war, military, story
• Military: WW2 - Squadron Officer
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339956
• Misfortune: 1943; killed in WW2

Notes:

D-Day + 10 KIA - RCAF Spitfire Pilot Sqdr Ldr Hall

1939-1945 Star; Air Crew Europe Star; Defence Medal; War Medal 1939-1945; Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Overseas Clasp; and Memorial Cross (S.L. J.D. HALL C1624). Naming on the MC is officially engraved, no ribbon and comes in its case of issue, while the WWII Stars and Medals have original ribbons and are unnamed, extremely fine. Accompanied by an RCAF Operations Wings Badge (sterling silver with a bronze gilt, maker marked STEPHENSON and marked STERLING, screwback); an embroidered RCAF Wings Insignia; an embroidered RAF Wings Insignia; nine RCAF Uniform Buttons; two Photographs on Hall in uniform; and copies of his Officer's Application and Record Sheet, Officer's Declaration Paper, Service Records, Personal Assessments, Report on Pupil Pilot, Province of British Columbia Death Registration, plus various eyewitness reports, letters and correspendence. Footnote: James Dickie Hall was born on February 27, 1916 in Coniston, Ontario (near Sudbury). He signed his four page Officer's Application and Record Sheet while living in Trail, British Columbia on October 2, 1939 and his Officer's Declaration Paper on November 2, 1939, stating that he was single, that he had no previous war service and that his occupation was that of Assayer. He was educated at Sudbury High School (1929-1932), Humberside Collegiate (1932-1933) and Pickering College (1933-1934), before attending McGill University in Montreal, Quebec (1934-1939), graduating with a B. Eng. in Mining Engineering and a M.Sc. in Geology, also playing inter-collegiate football for the Redmen. He was employed by various companies in the Sudbury area while attending McGill. He began his RCAF training at RCAF Station Uplands, in Ottawa in 1940 and was recognized by his peers and superiors as being a very hard working student while in training. In a Final Report dated November 19, 1943 from the RAF Staff College in regards to his 10th (War) Course, it was documented that Hall was "A cheerful officer with a strong character, a pleasant manner, and a sympathetic nature. He is very quiet and reserved but has a definite mind of his own. He shows imagination and initiative. His work shows throughness and sound judgment. He has been consistently sound and reliable, and is a hard worker. He is ready to accept responsiblity. Above average ablility. His written work is above average and is consistent, painstaking and accurate. Because of shyness he is much too reluctant to speak on formal occasions. Suitable for Air or Administrative staff duties in his acting rank. After gaining more confidence in a period of staff employment he would be suitable for Directing Staff duties at R.C.A.F. Staff College.", signed by the Air Vice-Marshal, Commandant, R.A.F. Staff College. He was recommended as a potential Squardon Commander, June 8, 1944. He was Squadron Leader of 402 Squadron in 1942, then Squadron Leader and Commanding Officer of Red Indians in 1943. It was folowed by a term at Staff College and in Sir Arthur Conningham's staff, shifting thereafter to combat on D-Day. He married Kathleen Louise Blaylock and she moved to England in 1942 to work at M.T.C. Headquarters, while he was serving in England. Hall had his allowance and assigned pay diverted to her, also fathering a daughter, Judith Ann, in 1943. On the night of June 16, 1944, three flights of six aircraft from No.144 Wing took off from B-3 Airfield, St. Croix-Sur-Mer, for a sweep into the Argentan area of Normandy. They left at 20.30, twelve of the aircraft being from No. 443 Hornet Squadron (Our Sting is Death), one of which was lead by S/L J.D. Hall, the other by S/L H.W. McLeod, acting independently. His Spitfire MK 397 met with flak from German forces on the ground, his aircraft last having been seen by accompanying planes flying into cloud at 3,000 feet over the Caen area of France. At this point, the Spitfires were engaged by the enemy in air combat over Sassy-Perrieres-Sur-Les-Pres, with up to 90 Fock Wulfs. The weather was bad, combined with the fact they were fighting it out against great odds. His aircraft was shot down and was found near the village of Perrieres near Monteaux, with the aircraft's numbers easily recognizable. Three pilots perished: S/L James Dickie Hall, F/L Hugh Russel and F/O L. Perez Gomez. A fourth pilot, F/L D.M. Walz, parachuted to safety. Walz described that there were "several burning German wrecks on the ground and later when he enquired among the people where he was hiding, they told him of one Spitfire wreck and four German wrecks", a testament to the Squadron's tenaciousness. Hall was Killed in Action at the age of 28 and was initially buried near the wreck, then, after a solemn ceremony on Sunday, June 18, was re-interred in the cemetery of Perrieres. After the liberation, the body was removed by the Allied authorities and laid to rest in the Bretteville-Sur-Laize Canadian War Cemetery, France. In a personal letter addressed to his wife, Kathleen, dated June 20th, 1944, it was noted that "on the evening of 16th June, Jimmy was leading a flight in a patrol over the Allied beach-head.", that they had lost contact with his plane and that "we must assume that they are lost to us." The letter continues, "He came to my Squadron several months ago, and we became firm friends overnight. We in the Squadron admired him greatly, and his keenness to fight the Hun was an inspiration to us all. We shall sorely miss his helping hand in these trying times.", signed H.W. McLeod S/L DSQ DFC, Officer Commanding, No. 443 Squadron (RCAF).

D-Day + 10 KIA - RCAF Spitfire Pilot Sqdr Ldr Hall. (2017). Emedals.com. Retrieved 16 May 2017, from https://www.emedals.com/d-day-10-kia-rcaf-spitfire-pilot-sqdr-ldr-hall-c0406

Military:
Unit: Royal Canadian Air Force

Division: 443 Sqdn.

James — Kathleen Louise Blaylock. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339957
• Residence: 1954, Murdochville, , Quebec

Barbara — Roy Johnson. [Group Sheet]

Dorothy — H. J. Bennett. [Group Sheet]

Margaret — R. B. Sweeney. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Gertrude Ruth "Ruth" Hooker
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-419553
• Residence: 1964, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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HOOKER, Gertrude "Ruth"

Passed away peacefully, after a full, long, life on July 22, 2010, at the Stirling Heights Long Term Care Centre, at the age of 102. Predeceased by loving husband, Herbert Albert Hooker in 1981. Lovingly remembered by children; Donald (Margaret), Mabel "Ruth" Hooper, Robert James and friend Beryl, and Judith Buitenhuis. Cherished grandmother to Michael, Mark (Lina) Buitenhuis, Glen (Tammy) Buitenhuis and great-grandmother to Rachel Buitenhuis, Brianne Buitenhuis, Megan Buitenhui, and Cameron Buitenhuis. Sister of Margaret Sweeney and Barbara Johnston and predeceased by brother, Donald Webster and sister Dorothy Bennett. Ruth will be missed by many relatives and friends. A memorial service will take place at the T. LITTLE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 223 Main Street, on Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at 1pm. Interment to follow at Mount View Cemetery.

Cambridge Times 27 Jul 2010

Gertrude married Herbert Albert Hooker 1 Nov 1928, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Herbert was born 29 Nov 1901, Kingston, Frontenac Co., Ontario, Canada; died 23 Sep 1981, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-174302

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-342045

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• Interesting: sports
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339697

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Ivan R. Hall Passes

One of Ayr's most prominent citizens, Ivan R. Hall, passed away this (Wednesday) morning n K-W Hospital where he had been seriously ill for the past week. He was in his 69th year. A leading figure in the community's church and social life, Mr. Hall counted a legion of friends who admired and respected his quiet and kindly temperament. He was a product of the old school of gentlemen whose adherence to immaculate customs of greeting and conversation were a pleasant departure in today's fast-moving world. He was born on the farm in Blenheim Township now owned by Merle Coleman. His parents, the late Andrew Y. Hall and Kitty Belle Robson were descendants of pioneer families in the district. He was eminently successful as a farmer at Perry's Corners for many years, and utilized his keen business acumen as a livestock drover. He moved with his family to Ayr in 1942 where he continued in the livestock market. One of the active members of Knox United Church here, Mr. Hall had served as an elder and on several other of the church boards. He was a keen sportsman, who excelled at curling and lawn bowling. He also took an intense interest in hockey and softball. When the Ayr Community Centre was built about a decade ago Mr. Hall was appointed to the campaign committee. Not only did he work long and assiduously in this capacity but donated generously financially and with volunteer labor for the project. He was a welcome addition to community social events where his presence always contributed to the cheerfulness of the atmosphere. Among his pleasant relaxations was bridge, which he played with considerable ability. Surviving are his wife, the former Ellen Riddell; a son Roy of Perry's Corners; daughters Mrs. G. D. Harmer (Marjorie) of Plattsville and Mrs. Roland Brighton (Isobel) of Perry's Corners, and a sister Mrs. A. e. chamberlain (Helen) of Montreal. Five grandchildren also survive. Resting at Coutts Funeral Home, 96 St. Andrews St., Galt. Funeral arrangements are being completed.

The Ayr News Apr 27 1961 pg 2

Ivan married Helen Ford "Ellen" Riddell 8 Sep 1915, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Helen (daughter of William Scott Riddell and Margaret Young Sudden) was born 29 Oct 1895, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Jul 1980, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 22 Jul 1980, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339958

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William H. Guthrie Passes

A well-known resident of this district, and a member of one of the older families, William H. Guthrie of Plattsville passed away this (Wed.) morning in St. Mary's Hospital in Kitchener, in his 66th year. He had suffered a lengthy illness. Born near Ayr in 1899, he was a son of the late George Guthrie and Barbara Hall. He farmed for many years in the New Dundee area, prior to retiring to Plattsville in 1963. He was a valued member of the Washington United Church and a former elder. Surviving are his wife, the former Jean Thomson; a son Ray of RR 4 Bright; a daughter, Mrs. Fred Stewart (Miriam) of Galt; two brothers, James of RR 1 Ayr and Hugh of RR 3 Bright, and four grandchildren. Resting at Glendinning Funeral Home, Plattsville, where service will he conducted on Friday by Rev. Craig Railton. Burial will be made in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Dec 2 1965 pg 2

William — Jean Marguerite Thomson. Jean (daughter of John James Thomson and Alice Perry) was born 4 Aug 1900, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 12 Feb 1986, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 14 Feb 1986, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Estelle Morton Coleman
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-438156
• Residence: 1944, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Estelle married Ernest Melvin Coleman 10 Dec 1924, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Ernest was born 2 Aug 1901; died 14 Nov 1963; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340085

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Death of Barbara Guthrie

The death occurred in St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, on Tuesday evening of Barbara Hall Guthrie, in her 39th year Miss Guthrie was born in Blenheim township, a daughter of the late George A. Guthrie and Barbara Hall. She later removed with the family to Greenfield, where she resided for many years.

Miss Guthrie had occupied. the position of buyer for the Robert Simpson Company, of Toronto, for the past seven years and, while in that city, was a faithful worker in Christie Street Military Hospital. She was. a member of Knox United Church, Ayr.

Besides her stepmother, Mrs. George A. Guthrie, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. E. M. Coleman, Galt, and three brothers, William H. and Hugh Guthrie, Blenheim township, and James Guthrie, Greenfield.

Memorial service will be held at the residence of her brother, James Guthrie, Greenfield, on Friday afternoon at 2: 30, with interment in the Ayr Cemetery.

The late Miss Guthrie is resting at the Harold Gray Funeral Home, Galt, until Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock.


The Ayr News Aug 21 1947 pg 4