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Russell Arthur Thomas

Male 1891 - 1969  (78 years)


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  1. 1.  Russell Arthur Thomas was born 3 Nov 1891, Bloomingdale, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 Dec 1969, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/41573421
    • Military: WW1
    • Eby ID Number: 00121-7510.4
    • Occupation: 1911, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Operator, Shoe Factory
    • Occupation: 1924, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Teamster
    • Residence: 1963, 222 Madison Ave. S., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Residence: 1969, 400 Wellington St. N., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    Russell Thomas

    Russell Thomas of 400 Wellington St., N., Kitchener, died on Thursday at his home at the age of 78.

    Mr. Thomas was born Nov. 3, 1891, at Bloomingdale. He was a lifelong resident of the Twin City area.

    He was employed with Hogg Fuel and Supply Co. Ltd, for 35 years prior to his retirement, in 1958. He was a member of First Mennonite Church and served overseas in the First World War with the Canadian 133rd Infantry Battalion and attained the rank of sergeant.

    He was predeceased by his parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Elijah Thomas, and his wife, the former Clara Shantz; two sons, Edward and William and one daughter, Clara, three brothers, Harold, Warren and Arthur and one sister, Mrs. Albert (Jessie) Moser.

    Surviving are five sons, Walter, Kenneth and Grant, all of Kitchener and Milton and Russell, both of Ayr; three daughters, Mrs. John (Lillian) Neilly of Kitchener, Mrs. Edward (Barbara) Giilck of Conestogo and Mrs. Harry (Mary Lou) Falkenstern of Waterloo; two sisters, Mrs. Albert (Jane) Gies of New Dundee and Mrs. Agnes Livoch of Detroit, 23 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

    New Hamburg Independent, December 10, 1969

    Russell married Clara Mabel Shantz 10 Jun 1924, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Clara (daughter of Henry Shantz and Catharine Frey) was born 25 Jul 1906, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Mar 1963, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 2. Milton Henry Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 18 Dec 1925; died 2 Sep 2009, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 3. Walter Arthur Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 26 Jul 1928; died 26 Sep 2009; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    3. 4. Russell Howard Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 25 Feb 1930, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Dec 2003, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. 5. Edward Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point died Yes, date unknown.
    5. 6. William "Billy" Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point died Yes, date unknown.
    6. 7. Grant Wayne Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point
    7. 8. Clara Mabel Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 2 Oct 1936; died 2 Oct 1936; was buried , Bloomingdale Mennonite Cemetery, Bloomingdale, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    8. 9. Kenneth Roy Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Apr 1933; died 7 Oct 2013; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    9. 10. Lillian Catharine Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 11 Jan 1932, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 24 Nov 2017, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    10. 11. Barbara Esther Christina Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 24 Jun 1938; died 22 Jan 2021, Northbrook, Kaladar Twp., Lennox & Addington Co., Ontario; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    11. 12. Mary Lou Thomas  Descendancy chart to this point was born 26 Jan 1943; died 23 Nov 2015; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.


Generation: 2

  1. 2.  Milton Henry Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 18 Dec 1925; died 2 Sep 2009, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/41573352
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341747
    • Residence: 1969, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    THOMAS, Milton Henry - Passed away peacefully, at home, in Ayr, surrounded by the love and care of his family, in his 84th year. Milton served overseas in the Second World War. Beloved husband to the late Elspeth (nee Gladstone) (1995); loved father to Bonne Bell (George) of Woodstock, Bob of Ayr, Paul of Cambridge, Gail Michiels (Frans), Diana Struthers (Larry), and Ted (Cathy) all of Ayr. Cherished grandfather to Terri, Mark, Rebecca, David, Jordan, Ruth, Ben, Rennee, Jo-Ann, Jennifer, Susie, Jonathan, Kristin, Karly and 13 great-grandchildren. Dear brother to Walter, Ken (Mary), Lil Neilly, Mary Falkenstein (Harry), all of Kitchener, Barb Giilick (Ed) of Colgne and Grant of B.C. Also survived by his in-law family, several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Russell and Clara Thomas and a brother, Russell (2003). Cremation has taken place. At Milton 's request there will be no services. Donations to the Salvation Army or a charity of choice would be appreciated. Online condolences or donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting Wm. KIPP

    The Waterloo Region Record Sep 4 2009

    Milton — Margaret Elspeth Gladstone. Margaret (daughter of Robert William Gladstone and Elspeth Oliver "Ella" Marshall) was born 26 Jul 1927, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 27 Oct 1995, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  2. 3.  Walter Arthur Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 26 Jul 1928; died 26 Sep 2009; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/97491856
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-331220
    • Residence: 1969, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    WALTER A. THOMAS 1928 - 2009 Walter passed away, peacefully, at his home, on Sunday, September 27, 2009, in his 82nd year. Walter was predeceased by his wife, Barbara (nee Weaver) on June 16, 1989; his parents, Russell and Clara (Shantz) Thomas; brothers, Milton and Russell and two infant brothers, Edward and William; infant sister, Clara; brother-in-law, John Neilly; and sister-in-law, Elspeth (nee Gladstone). Survived by his children, David (Gerri), Heather (Terry), and Gary; grandson, Shawn (Jackie); and great-grandchildren, Maddison and Wesley. Also survived by brothers, Ken (Mary), Grant (Laura) and sisters, Lillian, Barbara (Eddie), and Marylou (Harry). Walter was a longtime service employee of J.M. Schneider. Relatives and friends are invited to share memories of Walter during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Thursday, October 1 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, October 2, 2009 at 9:30 a.m., followed by interment at Memory Gardens, Breslau. Reception to follow in the funeral home's Fireside Reception Room. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice by contacting the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445. In living memory of Walter, a donation will be made by the funeral home to the Trees for Learning Program.

    The Record September 27, 2009

    Obituary of Walter Thomas | Erb & Good Funeral Home (2023). Available at: https://erbgood.com/tribute/details/10420/Walter-Thomas/obituary.html (Accessed: 2 August 2023).

    Walter — Barbara Louise Weaver. Barbara was born 28 Jun 1928; died 16 Jun 1989, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  3. 4.  Russell Howard Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 25 Feb 1930, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Dec 2003, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341752
    • Residence: 1969, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    Russell Thomas

    The death occurred peacefully, with his family by his side, at the Willett Hospital, Paris on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 of Russell Howard Thomas of Ayr. He was in his 74th year.

    He was born in Kitchener and was son of the late Clara Mabel Shantz and Russell Arthur Thomas.

    Mr. Thomas resided with his brother Milton and his family on Piper Street, Ayr for the past 53 years. He was a retired employee of Uniroyal.

    He was a special uncle to Bonnie and George Bell of Woodstock, Bob at home, Paul of Cambridge, Gail and Frans Michiels, Diana and Larry Struthers, Ted and Cathy, all of Ayr; great uncle of Terri, Mark, Renee, Jo-Anne, Rebecca, David, Jordan, Ruth, Ben, Jennifer, Susie, Jonathan, Kristin, Karly and great-great uncle of 9; dear brother of Walter, Ken and Mary, Lil Neilly, Mary Lou and Harry Falkenstern, all of Kitchener, Barb and Ed Giilck of Cologne and Grant of BC.

    In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Elspeth Thomas.

    Cremation has taken place.

    A private family memorial service was held at the Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home.

    The Ayr News Dec 17 2003 pg 28


  4. 5.  Edward Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-324387


  5. 6.  William "Billy" Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-324388


  6. 7.  Grant Wayne Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1)

  7. 8.  Clara Mabel Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 2 Oct 1936; died 2 Oct 1936; was buried , Bloomingdale Mennonite Cemetery, Bloomingdale, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/59684753
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-324390


  8. 9.  Kenneth Roy Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 13 Apr 1933; died 7 Oct 2013; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/118360189
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-331221
    • Residence: 1969, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    THOMAS, Kenneth Roy Born April 13, 1933 - October 7, 2013 Beloved husband of Mary (nee Hammer), married November 22, 1957. Loving father of Barry (Joyce) Thomas, Judith (Johnathan) Uuldriks, Lena Thomas (Cory Dawson), Kenneth (Faith) Thomas, Michael (Linda) Thomas, and Murray (Dorothy) Thomas. Cherished Grandpa of 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grand-children. Fondly remembered by his siblings. Survived by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Russel and Clara Thomas. Ken worked at BF Goodrich and Epton. He was a faithful member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Kenneth's family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, October 9, from 7-9 p.m. and again on Thursday, October 10, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home , 507 Frederick St. Kitchener. Kenneth's funeral service will take place on Friday, October 11, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church (825 King St. West, Kitchener) at 11 a.m. Reception to follow. Burial at Memory Gardens. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Crohn's and Colitis Society, Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, St. Mark's Lutheran Church - building fund or Kid's Ability.

    Visit www.henrywalser.com for Kenneth's memorial.

    Kenneth married Mary Hammer [Group Sheet]


  9. 10.  Lillian Catharine Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 11 Jan 1932, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 24 Nov 2017, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/189291004
    • Name: Lillian Catharine Neilly
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-331226
    • Residence: 1969, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    Obituary of Lillian Catherine Neilly

    Passed away peacefully with family at her side at St. Mary's Hospital November 24, 2017, age 85 years. Predeceased by her husband John Neilly 38 years ago on November 12, 1979. Mother of Ronald, Robert and Brenda (Gino). Loving Grandma to Marianne, Allan (Amanda), Shane, John (Kim), Amanda (Andrew), Shantel, and Cody. Loving Great Grandmother to Kyla, Amber, Lexie, Destiny, Phoneix, Brynnen, Ryland and Keegan. Survived by her brother Grant Thomas, and her sister Barbara Giilck. Also survived by her brother-in-law Harry and sister-in-law Mary Thomas. Lillian will also be remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Russell and Clara Thomas (nee Shantz) her brothers Edward (in infancy), Milton, Walter, Russell, Kenneth, Billy (in infancy) her sisters Mary Lou Falkenstern and Clara (in infancy). Her mother-in-law Euphemia Neilly.

    Special thanks to the Emergency Department at St. Mary's Hospital for all the care and compassion given to Lillian.

    Friends are invited to share their memories of Lillian with her family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Monday November 27 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday November 28, 2017 at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Kitchener. Reception to be held in the Fireside Room of the Funeral Home.

    Condolences for the family and donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or KidsAbility may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.

    Obituary of Lillian Catherine Neilly | Erb & Good Family Funeral Home (2023). Available at: https://erbgood.com/tribute/details/13730/Lillian-Neilly/obituary.html (Accessed: 2 August 2023).

    Lillian married John Allan Neilly 3 Aug 1951. John was born 14 May 1928, West Gwilliambury, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Nov 1979, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  10. 11.  Barbara Esther Christina Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 24 Jun 1938; died 22 Jan 2021, Northbrook, Kaladar Twp., Lennox & Addington Co., Ontario; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Barbara Esther Christina Giilck
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-332439
    • Residence: 1969, Conestogo, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    GIILCK, Barbara (Thomas) 1938-2021

    Passed away peacefully at Pine Meadow Nursing Home, Northbrook in the early morning of Friday, January 22, 2021 at the age of 82. Barb is now in eternal rest and is reunited with her devoted husband Edward of 60 years.

    Survived by her brother Grant Thomas. Also survived by her brother-in-law Harry and sister-in-law Mary Thomas. Barbara is also be remembered by many nieces, nephews and the Giilck family. Predeceased by her parents Russell and Clara Thomas (nee Shantz) her brothers Edward (in infancy), Milton, Walter, Russell, Kenneth, Billy (in infancy) her sisters Mary Lou Falkenstern, Lillian (John) Neilly and Clara (in infancy).

    Visitation will be held at Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron Street, New Hamburg, on Thursday, January 28, 2021 from 10:00 - 11:00 am with Covid-19 restrictions in place (please call to make a visitation appointment) followed by a private family service in the Chapel. Interment in Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg.

    Memorial donations made in Barbara's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

    Personal condolences and donation information available at www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca

    Barbara GIILCK Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information (2023). Available at: https://www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca/memorials/barbara-giilck/4509854/ (Accessed: 2 August 2023).

    Barbara — Edward Asmus Giilck. Edward (son of Asmus Oscar Giilck and Emma Elizabeth Wettlaufer) was born 11 Jul 1928; died 24 Oct 2017, Northbrook, Kaladar Twp., Lennox & Addington Co., Ontario; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  11. 12.  Mary Lou Thomas Descendancy chart to this point (1.Russell1) was born 26 Jan 1943; died 23 Nov 2015; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155396672
    • Name: Mary Lou Falkenstern
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-342673
    • Residence: 1969, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    FALKENSTERN, Mary Lou (nee Thomas) 1943 - 2015 Passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, November 23, 2015, age 72. Beloved wife and best friend of Harry for 54 years.

    Mother of Richard (Karen) Falkenstern and Michael (Elizabeth) Falkenstern. Loving Grandma to Matthew (Mandy), Taylor, Joshua and James. Loving Gigi to Ava and Zoey. Survived by her brother Grant Thomas, two sisters Barbara Giilck and Lilian Neilly. Predeceased by her parents Russell and Clara Thomas (nee Shantz); her brothers Milton, Walter, Russell, Kenneth, Edward and William "Billy" in infancy and one sister Clara in infancy.

    Friends are invited to share their memories of Mary Lou with her family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Wednesday from 7- 9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, November 27, 2015 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo for family and friends wishing to attend. Reception to follow in the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home.

    Condolences for the family and donations to the K-W Humane Society or the Canadian Diabetes Society may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445. Safe in the arms of Jesus. All the hurt and pain is gone.

    Obituary of Mary Lou Falkenstern | Erb & Good Funeral Home (2023). Available at: https://erbgood.com/tribute/details/9934/Mary-Falkenstern/obituary.html (Accessed: 2 August 2023).

    Mary — Harry Falkenstern. Harry (son of Waldemar Falkenstern and Emilie Ruppert) was born 15 Jun 1937, , Ukraine; died 3 Apr 2022, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]



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