Isabella Elliott

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• Name: Isabella Hall
• Residence: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251488
• Immigration: 1853, , Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Isabella married Walter Hall 3 Oct 1873, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Walter (son of John Hall and Robina Wilison) was born 24 Dec 1848, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 25 Dec 1932, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: James Dance
• Name: Janet Dance
• Name: Janet Dodds Dance
• Name: Jennet Hall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73300
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1910, Lot 2, Con. 6, Blenheim, Ontario, Canada

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There passed away at her home, lot 2, con. 6, Blenheim on Friday morning, Sept. 16, a very estimable lady in the person of Mrs. James Dance, after a short illness of only about a week. - Mrs. Dance, whose maiden name was Janet Hall, was the eldest daughter of Walter and Isabelle Hall, Ayr, and was very highly esteemed by a wide circle of friends, who deeply sympathize with her sorely bereaved husband and family. The deceased, who was married in Blenheim in 1896 by the Rev. J. S. Hardie, the then pastor of Stanley-st. church, Ayr, was in her 37^th year, and strangely enough the day of her death was the 14^th anniversary of her wedding day, and the 13^th anniversary of her eldest son's birthday. She is the third member of Mr. and Mrs. Hall's family that has entered into eternal rest within a period of slightly over two years - the others being Mrs. John R. Easton of Paris, and Mr. John D. Hall of Ayr. Mrs. Dance leaves a family of five - four boys and one girl. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon to Ayr cemetery, followed thence by a large concourse of friends and acquaintances. The services at the home and the grave were conducted by Rev. D. I. Ellison. The pallbearers were Messrs. James and William Scott, Charles Rafferty, Alex. Kennedy, Murdo McRae and Sheldon Stockton.

Ayr News 22 Sep 1910

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Died in Blenheim, on Friday, Septem. 16, 1910, at 8.15 o'clock a. m., Janet Hall beloved wife of James Dance, in her 37th year. The Funeral will take place from her late residence, Lot 2, Con. 6, on Sunday Sept. 18, 10, at 3 p. m., to Ayr Cemetery

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Janet married James Dance 16 Sep 1897, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. James (son of Ephraim Dance and Agnes Wallace) was born Jun 1869, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 May 1947, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 24 May 1947, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Residence: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195708
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1910, Northumberland St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Passing of John D. Hall - the death took place at his residence Northumberland-st., Ayr, on Wednesday, June 29, of Mr. John D. Hall, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hall, Burce-st., in his 35th year. The deceased, who had been in failing health for about 10 months, was a native of Ayr and was widely known and highly respected by a large circle of friends. He was an employee of the Plow Works here for a number of years, and was a steady, exemplary young man. Two years ago on the 1st of July he married Miss Mabel Campbell, who, with one child, survives. Besides his parents, one brother, David J., Hamilton, and two sisters, Janet (Mrs. Jas. Dance, Blenheim) and Ellen at home, also survive. Deceased was a consistent member of Stanley-st. church and a member of Dolman Lodge No. 174, I.O.O.F. The funeral took place on Saturday, interment being made in the Ayr cemetery. The cortege was large, the Oddfellows attending in a body and conducting the usual service. The church service was conducted by deceased's pastor, Rev. D. I. Ellison. The pall-bearers were members of Dolman Lodge, viz.: Messrs. Alex Matheson, Robert Gourlay, Robert Anderson, Wm. Lounsbury, Jas. Swan and David Reid.

The Ayr News Jul 7 1910 pg 8

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Died in Ayr, on Wednesday, June 29, 1910, at 10.30 o'clock a. m., John D. Hall, eldest son of Walter and Isabella Hall, in his 35th year. The funeral will take place from his late residence, Northumberland St., on Saturday July 2, 10, at 2.30 p. m. to Ayr Cemetery.

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John married Mabel Campbell 1 Jul 1908, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mabel (daughter of Wallace Campbell and Jessie Hicks) was born Dec 1882, , Northumberland Co., Ontario, Canada; died 15 Dec 1958, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 18 Dec 1958, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: John R. Easton
• Name: Robina Easton
• Residence: Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-112854
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Died,/ In Ayr, on Saturday, July 25th, 1908,/ at 12.30 o'clock p.m.,/ Robina Hall,/ Beloved wife of Jno. R. Easton, Paris/ Aged 31 years, 1 month and 13 days.// The Funeral/ Will take place from her father's residence,/ Bruce-St., Ayr, on/ Tuesday, July 28,/ at 3 p.m., to Ayr Cemetery./ Friends and acquaintances will please/ accept this intimation.

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Robina married John Robert Easton 26 Dec 1900, , Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. John (son of Robert Easton and Euphemia Watson Laidlaw) was born 2 Jun 1874, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 22 Sep 1960, Simpson, Saskatchewan; was buried , Simpson Cemetery, Simpson, Saskatchewan. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Ellen Gourlay
• Name: Helen Hall
• Residence: Piper St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195275
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Prespyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Looper - knitting mill
• Residence: 1911, , Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Mrs. Robert Gourlay Passes - The death occurred at the Paris Nursing and Convalescent Home on Friday, Nov. 10th, of Ellen Hall, widow of Robert Gourlay, after an illness of some considerable duration. For a period of four years, previous to being removed to Paris, Mrs. Gourlay had made her home with her nephew, James E. Dance, and Mrs. Dance. Mrs. Gourlay was born in South Dumfries Township, being a daughter of Walter Hall and Isabelle Elliott. The family removed to Ayr some 50 years ago and resided on Piper Street. Mrs. Gourlay was a member of Knox United Church. Of an unassuming and kindly disposition, she was highly esteemed by many old friends and acquaintances. Surviving is one brother, David J. Hall, Hamilton. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Gourlay, on November 23, 1927. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon at 2.30 from the W. O. Ball Funeral Parlor to the Ayr Cemetery and was largely attended. The services were in charge of Rev. W. D. Goodger, and the pallbearers were: Harold Hall, Toronto; Thomas Gibson, Webster, N.Y.; Peter Gourlay, Norman Dance, Glenn Dance and Wallace Dance. Attending the funeral from out-of-town were Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Hall and daughter, Helen, of Hamilton; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gibson, Webster, N.Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hall, Toronto, and Mr. and Mrs. William Elliott of Jarvis.

The Ayr News Nov 16 1950 pg 1

Ellen married Robert Gourlay 7 Jun 1922, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Robert (son of Andrew Gourlay and Jane Armstrong) was born 22 Apr 1872, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Nov 1927, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 25 Nov 1927, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-287560
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: Bef 1961, Piper St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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David J. Hail Passes

A native of this community, David J. Hall died suddenly at his residence in Hamilton last Wednesday, aged 75 years. The late Mr. Hall was a son of Walter Hall and the former Isabella Elliott. The family lived for many years in the residence now owned by Arthur Chesney on Piper St. Mr. Hall was employed in Ayr for some years, but left as a young man. He was for a lengthy period a furniture salesman and retired to Hamilton some years ago. Surviving are his wife, the former Mabel Ridge, two sons, Harold J. of Willowdale and Ralph R. of Ottawa, and a daughter, Miss Helen, at home. Funeral service was held in Hamilton on Saturday with interment in Ayr Cemetery. Among the pallbearers were great-nephews Donald and Glenn Dance of Ayr.

The Ayr News Sep 28 1961 pg 1

David married Mabel May Ridge 24 Sep 1913, , Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada. Mabel was born 16 Sep 1889, Binbrook Twp., Wentworth Co., Ontario; died 1973; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-342267

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• Military: WW1
• Residence: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: R. R. #2 Paris, Ontario
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195702
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Military: 1914, WW1; WW1, 2nd Depot Battalion, Service #3310719

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Wallace Ephraim Dance

Wallace Ephraim Dance, 702 75 York St., Kitchener, passed away in K-W Hospital on April 16, 1981 in his 84th year. He was born on the 6th concession of Blenheim, the son of James Dance and Janet Hall. Wallace joined the army, going to England in 1918. He went to Sovereign, Saskatchewan in 1925 where he married Mildred Hughes, Rosetown in 1929. They moved to Barons, Alta., returning to Ontario in 1942 where they farmed on the 10th concession of Blenheim until retiring to Kitchener in 1972. Wallace was formerly an elder of Knox United Church, Ayr. He is survived by his wife, four brothers and three sisters, Norman of Paris, Jack of Ayr, William of Brantford, Robert of Milton, Mrs. Thomas (Isabella) Gibson of Rochester, N.Y., Mrs. Max (Mae) Miles of Kitchener, Mrs. Richard (Jean) Oliver of Gravenhurst. He was predeceased by a brother James in 1955 and a step-sister Miss Marion Hall in 1980. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. D. E. Willis at the Kipp Funeral Home, Paris, April 18th. Interment Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News 22 Apr 1981 pg 11

Wallace married Mildred Eveline Hughes 1929, Rosetown, , Saskatchewan, Canada. Mildred (daughter of Private Samuel Wellington Hughes and Matilda E. McConnell) was born 29 Nov 1901, Maberly, South Sherbrooke Twp., Lanark Co., Ontario; died 29 Jan 1990, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 2 Feb 1990, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195703
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Norman W. Dance

Norman Walter Dance of Telfer Place, Paris, who was an auctioneer for over 50 years, passed away at his residence on Thursday, June 27th. He was in his 92nd year. Born on the 6th Concession of Blenheim, he was a son of the late James Dance and Janet Hall. After farming for a time, Norm took an auctioneering course in 1928, and for the next 50 years auctioned everything from cows to epsom salts. His first sale was for Billie Manson, the operator of the Ayr Telephone system. That first year, Norm told the News in a 1989 interview, he conducted 17 sales, and during the next 49 years aver-aged 135 sales a year. Over the years Norm conducted many of his larger sales in conjunction with other auctioneers including Marshall Wilson of Paris and Russell Lynn of Cambridge. He noted in his News interview that two of the best clerks he ever worked with were G. S. Dalrymple and Jack Brown of Ayr. In addition to farm and household auctions, he worked regular weekly livestock auctions at Stratford, Waterloo, Ancaster and Cambridge. Norm and his wife Margaret made their home in Ayr until moving to Paris in 1944. They were both active members in Paris Presbyterian Church. Predeceased by his wife, Margaret Lucy Hood in 1981; by his daughter, Donna Bryant; by one sister, Isobel Gibson; and by two brothers, Wallace and James Dance. Surviving are his daughter Carolyn and her husband George Rapp of Brampton; one brother Jack and his wife Bessie of Paris and five grandchildren. Reverend Pieter van Harten of Paris Presbyterian Church conducted the funeral service at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, Paris, on Sunday, June 30, at 2: 00 p.m. Interment in Paris Cemetery.

The Ayr News 3 Jul 1991 pg 13

Norman married Margaret Lucy Hood 1932. Margaret was born 18 Feb 1906, Cargill, Greenock Twp., & Brant Twp., Bruce Co., Ontario; died 23 Oct 1981, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried 26 Oct 1981, Paris Cemetery, Paris, Brant Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195704
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Died At his home in Ayr, on Tuesday, November 22, 1955 James E. Dance In his 55th year. The Funeral Resting at his late residence until noon on Thursday, November 24. Funeral service will be held at 2.30 p.m. from Knox United Church, Ayr. Interment in Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

Waterloo Historical Society Death Notices Collection - photocopies

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Passing of James E. Dance - Following an illness of six months, the death occurred at his home in Ayr on Tuesday of James E. Dance, in his 55th year. He was born in the township of Blenheim, being a son of the late James Dance and Janet Hall. As a young man Mr., Dance went to Western Canada, where he carried on his trade as a barber at Sovereign, Sask., and Barons, Alta. In 1929 he was united in marriage to Oliver Ruth Cunningham of Sovereign, Sask. The family removed back to Ontario in 1934, where they resided on the farm of Mr. Dance, on the 7th concession of Blenheim. In 1945 they removed to their present residence at Ayr. Here he had been manager at the turnip waxing plant of the Ayr Feed and Supply until April, when he was forced to give up his work on account of ill health. Mr. Dance was a devoted member of Knox United Church, where he served on the board of managers for several years. Of a quiet and unassuming disposition, he was highly esteemed by a host of friends and acquaintances for his many fine qualities of heart and head. - The Survivors - Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Glenn of Ayr, and two daughters, Faye and Ruth at home; also by his stepmother, Mrs. James Dance, Ayr. Also surviving are two grandchildren. In addition, he is survived by five brothers and four sisters, as follows: Wallace of Blenheim; Norman, Paris; John, Ayr; William and Robert, Brantford; Isobel (Mrs. Thomas Gibson), Webster, N.Y.; Marion, Ayr; Mae (Mrs. Max Miles), Galt, and Jean (Mrs. Richard Oliver), Toronto. Mr. Dance is resting at his late residence until Thursday noon. The Funeral - The funeral will take place from Knox United Church, Ayr, on Thursday, Nov. 24, at 2.30 p.m., with interments in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Nov 24 1955 pg 2

James married Olive Ruth Cunningham 1929. Olive was born 5 Oct 1899, Tara, Arran Township, Bruce, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Mar 2000, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195705
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1947, Webster, Monroe, New York, United States

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• Business: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr Broiler Co.
• Business: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr Feed and Supply
• Elected Office: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; councillor - Ayr
• Interesting: business, story, politics, public service
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195706
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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J. H. Dance - A prominent, retired Ayr businessman

John Hall (Jack) Dance of Telfer Place, Paris, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 31st. He was in his 88th year. Born in Blenheim Township, he was a son of the late James Dance and Janet Hall. He lived all his life in the Ayr-Paris area. Mr. Dance originally farmed south of Ayr. In the mid1940's he and Jairus Maus established Ayr Feed and Supply on the main floor of Reid's Hall, Northumberland Street. Subsequently he took over the complete operation and as the business grew into a major supplier for area farmers, he was joined by his sons Don and Doug. In the early 1960's the mill was hit by two disastrous fires, but each time the facility was completely rebuilt. Mr. Dance never lost his love of farming. He and his sons founded Ayr Broiler Co., purchased the old Ayr rink on Stanley Street, converted it, and for years raised broiler chickens in it. Later modern new facilities were built outside town, the building torn down and the area now makes up part of the Kirkwood property. In later years he became actively involved in raising prize-winning Simmental cattle and was well-known in the Ontario Simmental Association. Mr. Dance was a constant booster of Ayr and many of the community's organizations and projects. He served at one time on Ayr council, active member of Knox United Church and church boards; 50 year member and past master of Ayr Masonic Lodge No. 172. Mr. Dance and his wife, the former Mary Elizabeth (Bessie) Telfer celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary in September. Survived by his wife, respected father of Jane and her husband Marlen Vincent of Seaforth, Don and his wife Anne and Doug and his wife Carole all of Ayr. He will be sadly missed by seven grandchildren and spouses, five great-grandchildren, a brother Robert and his wife Mildred of Milton, a sister Mae and her husband Max Miles of Cambridge, sister-in-law Olive (Mrs. James) Dance of Cambridge, and Berniece (Mrs. William) Dance of Brantford. Predeceased by granddaughter, Karen Vincent, brothers Wallace and his wife Mildred, James, Norman and his wife Margaret and William, by sisters Isabel and Jean and step-sister Marion Hall. Rested at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, Ayr, where funeral service will be held today (Wed.) at 2 p.m. Rev. James Young, assisted by Rev. Doug Willis, will officiate. Interment Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Nov 4 1992 pg 15

John — Mary Elizabeth "Bessie" Telfer. Mary was born 15 Jun 1911, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; died 13 Feb 2002, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried 16 Feb 2002, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195710
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Residence: 1980, 142 Piper St, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Marion Isabella Hall Passes

Miss Marion Isabella Hall of 142 Piper St., Ayr, passed away at the K-W Hospital, Kitchener on Wednesday, September 24, 1980. She was 71. Miss Hall was born in Ayr. and lived all her life in the community. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John D Hall. Before her retirement in 1975, she was employed at Cambridge Memorial Hospital. Prior to that she was employed for many years at the former Best Foods plant in Greenfield. She was a member of Knox United Church and the Ayr Senior Citizens Club. She was predeceased by a brother James Dance in 1955 Surviving are three sisters Mrs. Richard (Jean) Oliver. Toronto. Mrs. Max (Mae) Miles of Kitchener, and Mrs. Tom (Isabella) Gibson. Rochester, N.Y. also survived by five brothers Robert Dance of Milton. William Dance of Brantford. Jack Dance of Ayr. Norman Dance of Paris and Wallace Dance of Kitchener The funeral service was conducted by Rev D E. Willis from Little's Funeral Home. Cambridge on Saturday, September 27th. Pallbearers were John Brown, Lloyd Howell, David King, William Bowman. Donald Dance and Glenn Dance. Interment was in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News 1 Oct 1980 pg 11

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338718

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338719

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Died, in Ayr, on Wednesday, July 31, 1907 at 12/ 15 p. m., Isabella Laidlaw, infant daughter of John R. and Robina Easton, of Paris, aged 1 years, 1 month and 7 days. The funeral will take place will take place on Friday aug. 2nd, at 2.30 o'clock p. m., from the residence of Mr. Walter Hall, Bruce St. to Ayr Cemetery.

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340060

Faye — Bob Kipp. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338798
• Residence: 1955, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Glenn — Anna L. Hamilton. Anna was born 30 Dec 1930; died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Ruth Margaret Diefenbacher
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-202357
• Residence: 1955, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 2000, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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DIEFENBACHER, Ruth Today we must say goodbye to our sweet mother, grandmother, aunt and true friend: Ruth Diefenbacher who passed away with great peace, surrounded by family on April 15, 2013. Ruth was a beautiful woman of unforgettable intelligence, thought- fulness, spirituality, elegance, style, grace and love. She was dedicated to her profession as a Registered Nurse, and as a Clinical Nursing Teacher and Clinic Coordinator at St. Mary's General Hospital School of Nursing. She lived her life serving others. In addition to her numerous professional accolades, she was involved with many charities and community organizations. Her friends will remember her most as a wonderful hostess. She perfected the art of making you feel welcome and important. Ruth was an incredible listener… this indeed will be missed! She was happiest surrounded by family, especially at her paradise up North. One of the most vivid memories of Ruth is of her watering her many gardens at the cottage. The gorgeous colours decorated the shores of Georgian Bay. Her commitment to her husband and children was paramount. She married her one true love, Nyle Diefenbacher (predeceased her in 2007) and joyfully celebrated 40 years of marriage. She is survived by her sons Darryl (Cheryl), Jeff (Jackie Sieber), Craig and daughter, Carol. Also, her brother-in-law Bob Kipp (the late Faye, her best friend and sister) and their children Lori, Lisa and Brad, and her brother Glenn (Anna) Dance. She will be sadly missed by many grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express their thanks to Osteopath Paul Psutka D.O.M.P. for explaining and making symptoms very tolerable during the 2 1/2 year reprieve from cancer. As well, heartfelt thanks to Dr. Stacy Hubay - Medical Oncologist - Lung Assessment at Grand River Cancer Centre, Dr. Robert Stevens - Medical Oncologist - Haematology at Grand River Cancer Centre, Dr. Donna Ward - friend and palliative care specialist. Ruth's family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 6-9 p.m. at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 519-749-8467. A Celebration of Ruth's Life will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 19, 2013, in the chapel of the funeral home, officiated by family friend, Rev. Marilyn Rushton. Reception to follow. The service will highlight how Ruth showed us all how to truly LIVE LIFE WITH CANCER. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society (in support of research and patient services) was Ruth's wish. Above all, Ruth led by example, always with consideration of others. Her faith in the Lord empowered Ruth to accept her illness with admirable strength and courage. Visit www.henrywalser.com for Ruth's memorial.

Ruth — Nyle Lloyd Diefenbacher. Nyle (son of Lloyd K. Diefenbacher and Olive May Strome) was born 27 Nov 1927, New Dundee, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Dec 2007; was buried , Williamsburg Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Don — Shirley. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jane Elizabeth Vincent
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-53216

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Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Exeter Villa on Thursday evening, May 21, 2015. Born July 15, 1932 in Galt/Cambridge, Jane Elizabeth (Dance) Vincent of Seaforth was in her 83rd year.

Dearly loved wife of the late Marlen Vincent (2012) of 57 years. Loving mother of Bryan and his wife Lynda (Feagan) of Seaforth, Lynda and her husband Brian Ruston of Sarnia and Barry and his wife Brenna (Wein) of Seaforth. Cherished Grandma of Brent, Julie, Bradley, Deana, Janeen, Adam and Alex. Dear sister of the late Don Dance and his wife Shirley of Ayr, Doug Dance and his wife Carole of Paris, and sister-in-law of Warren Vincent and his late wife Laura of Ayr.

Predeceased by Marlen, daughter Karen, and parents John H. and Mary E. (Telfer) Dance.

Jane worked with Marlen at Vincent Farm Equipment, Seaforth after their move to Seaforth in 1968. She was actively involved at Northside United Church, Seaforth and a member of the Northside U.C.W. and the Senior Choir. Jane was also a member of the Seaforth Harmony Hi-Lites, Seaforth Agricultural Society Homecraft and Seaforth Hospital Auxiliary. She taught piano to many students in Ayr and Seaforth. Jane enjoyed lots of traveling with Marlen and spending winters in Port Charlotte, Florida where she sang with the Choir at Maple Leaf Estates.

Visitation will be held at McGlynn Family Funeral Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Sunday, May 24th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Visitation will continue on Monday, May 25, 2015 from 10-10:45 a.m. at Northside United Church, 54 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, followed by a funeral service to celebrate Jane's life at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mary Fletcher officiating. A reception will be held in the Northside United Church Hall followed by interment at Maitlandbank Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Northside United Church, Seaforth Hospital Foundation or the Seaforth Lions Park and Pool are appreciated and can be made through the funeral home or by visiting Jane's online memorial at www.mcglynnfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Haskett Funeral Homes, Seaforth. 2020. "Jane Elizabeth Vincent Obituary - Seaforth, ON | Obittree™". Obittree.Com. https://obittree.com/obituary/ca/ontario/seaforth/haskett-funeral-homes-seaforth/jane-vincent/2154169/.

Jane — Marlen Kenneth Vincent. Marlen (son of Charles Leslie "Leslie" Vincent and Flora Mae "Flo" Ball) was born 18 Jul 1931, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 14 Jan 2012, Seaforth, Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Maitland Bank Cemetery, Seaforth, Huron County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]