Walter Robson

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• Interesting: cattle, farm, business
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-252406P
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

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Death of Walter Robson

Ayr Loses Prominent Citizen

The death occurred very suddenly on Thursday evening of Walter Robson, one of Ayr's most prominent citizens, in his 75th year. He had been bothered with asthma for many years and it was during an acute attack of this trouble that he passed away. The news of his death came as a distinct shock to the whole community and once more emphasized the old proverb, "In the midst of life we are in death." He was born just north of the village on the farm now occupied by Mrs. J. L. Robson and when a young man took u farming in the Township of Blenheim. He later moved to Washington where he resided for 10 or 15 years, coming to Ayr about 6 years ago. For the past 30 years he had been engaged in the cattle business and was successful to such an extent that he became known throughout Western Ontario as one of the Province's foremost dealers. At one time he was a heavy exporter but latterly continued his offerings to the Toronto and Buffalo markets. He was one of the first cattlemen in the Province to graze heavy export stock and subsequently each summer it had been his custom to engage from 400 to 600 acres of land on which he pastured from 200 to 600 head of cattle. In religion he was a Presbyterian, being a member of Knox United Church, and in politics a life-long Liberal. Besides his wife, whose maiden name was Helen Wakefield, he is survived by three daughters and one son, as follows: Mrs. A.Y. Hall, Toronto; Mrs. Bourchier, Windsor; Mrs. McNally, Niagara Falls and Wakefield of Ayr. The funeral took place on Sunday to the Ayr cemetery and was one of the largest ever seen here, over 65 autos being in the cortege which followed the resting place. The services were in charge of Rev. J. J. Brown and the following gentlemen acted as pallbearers: ? son, Mack. Robson, J. J. Thomson, F.E. Robinson and Murdo McRae.

The Ayr News Aug 26 1920 pg 1

Walter married Ellen Wakefield 5 Apr 1871, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Ellen was born 3 Oct 1852, Washington, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 9 Jun 1939, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 12 Jun 1939, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-369313

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• Name: "Kitty Bell" Robson
• Name: Keziah Isabell "Kitty Bell" Hall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-145580

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Mrs. Andrew Y. Hall - The death occurred in Montreal early Tuesday morning of Mrs. Andrew Y. Hall, daughter of Mrs. Walter Robson of Ayr. Deceased, whose maiden name was Kezia Isabella Robson, had been ill for about one and one-half years and her death was not unexpected. She was born on the 13th concession of Blenheim township. Deceased was a member of the United Church, and, besides her mother, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. McNally of Niagara Falls; one daughter, Mrs. A. E. Chamberlain of Montreal, and one son, Ivan, of the 13th concession, Blenheim. The funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock from the home of her son, Ivan, to the Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Apr 19 1934 pg 6

Keziah married Andrew Young Hall 8 Oct 1890, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Andrew (son of William Hall and Elizabeth Young) was born CALC 28 Apr 1866, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 28 Mar 1925, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 31 Mar 1925, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-145585

Daniel married Nellie Jardine Laurie 13 May 1903, , Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Nellie (daughter of Andrew Laurie and Mary Wight) was born 1881, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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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-171892

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-171893

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• Name: Helen Laurie Sherk
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340475
• Residence: 1995, Greenfield Rd., North Dumfries, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Mrs. Weston Sherk, R.N.

Greenfield Road resident, Helen Laurie (Robson) Sherk, R.N., died at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Friday, June 2, 1995, in her 87th year. Born in Oxford County, she was the daughter of the late Nellie (Laurie) and the late Daniel Wakefield Robson. Mrs. Sherk was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario (Public Health) and was employed as a Registered Nurse with the Victorian Order of Nurses before her marriage. She was a former member of the North Dumfries Women's Institute, the First United Church, Cambridge and the Business and Professional Women's Association of Cambridge. Mrs. Sherk is survived by her husband Weston Sherk; her son Don and his wife Pat of Midland, their children, Jeffrey and Suzanne; and by her brother George Robson and his family of Windsor. In addition to her parents Mrs. Sherk was predeceased by her sisters, Nora and Jean. Funeral service was held at the Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home on Sunday, June 4th at 3 p.m. Reverend Hilary Merritt of First United Church, Cambridge, officiated. Interment was in the Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News 7 Jun 1995 pg 14

Helen — Weston Sherk. Weston (son of William Hallman Sherk and Clara Schweitzer) was born 24 Mar 1909, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 6 Jan 2002, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Marjorie — Gerald Harmer. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340855

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R. Roy Hall Passes

A well-known and popular lifetime resident of the district, Robert Roy Hall passed away suddenly at his home, RR 1, New Dundee, on Sunday. A son of Mrs. Ivan R. Hall and the late Mr. Hall, he was born on the family farm near Perry's Corners where he resided until a year ago when he moved to New Dundee. In his younger years he was a talented hockey and softball player and performed for New Dundee teams. He was a valued member of Knox Unit Church. Surviving are his wife, the former Janet Lowery; one daughter, Mrs. Dale (Roberta) Schaus of Kitchener; one son, Ivan of RR 1 Ayr; his mother in Ayr; two sisters, Mrs. Roland (Isobel) Brighton of RR 4, Bright, and Mrs. Gerald (Marjorie) Harmer of Plattsville, and three grandchildren. Funeral service was held today (Wednesday) from Coutts & Son Funeral Home, Galt, conducted by Rev. D. E. Willis. Interment was made in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Nov 4 1965 pg 9

Robert — Janet Agnes Lowrey. Janet was born 1919; died 1974; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Isobel Margaret Brighton
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-372848
• Residence: 1980, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

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Brighton, Isobel Margaret - Passed away, after a lengthy illness, on Friday, July 9, 1999, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, Isobel Briton of RR 4, Bright, in her 74th year. Beloved and devoted wife of Roly Brighton for over 40 years. She will be dearly missed by "Beasly". Also survived by nieces; nephews and cousins and by her mother-in-law, Beulah Brighton of New Dundee. As the request of Isobel, there will be no funeral home visitation or service. Cremation will take place. Donation to the ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Research, 2025 Sheppard Ave. E., Suite 4415, Willowdale, Ont. M2J 1V7 would be appreciated. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Glendinning Funeral Home, 40 William St., Plattsville (519) 684-7409.

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Isobel — Roland Lavern "Roly" Brighton. Roland (son of Lorne Clare Brighton and Beulah Dell Fried) was born 1932; died 5 Mar 2000, Bright, Blandford Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-171891
• Misfortune: 1958; right arm amputated
• Residence: 1995, Midland, Tay Twp., Simcoe Co., Ontario

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Donald Sherk, 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Weston Sherk, Greenfield Road, lost his right arm below the elbow in an unfortunate haying accident on Saturday morning. He was working alone, mowing in a field some distance from the house. Because it was warm day he began to remove his shirt, a loose end of which was caught in the power takeoff coupling pulling his arm into the rapidly revolving coupling

28 Jun 1958