Waterloo Region Generations
A record of the people of Waterloo Region, Ontario.

William Robson

Male 1780 - 1867  (87 years)


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Generation: 1

  1. 1.  William Robson was born 1780, Northumberland, England; died 25 Aug 1867, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-337894
    • Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
    • Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 08 Lot 38, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    William — Mary Simpson. Mary was born 1783; died 9 Feb 1855, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 2. James Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born CALC 31 Dec 1809, , England; died 19 Nov 1887, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 3. Elizabeth "Betsy" Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Jul 1813, Newcastle, England; died 27 Feb 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    3. 4. John Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1817; died 28 Apr 1854, , Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. 5. William Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1820, , England; died Bef 1901.
    5. 6. Thomas Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born Abt 1830, , England; died Bef 1881.
    6. 7. Mary Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born CA 1830, , England; died 1859.
    7. 8. William Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1844, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.


Generation: 2

  1. 2.  James Robson Descendancy chart to this point (1.William1) was born CALC 31 Dec 1809, , England; died 19 Nov 1887, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Military: 7th Company, 1st Battalion of the Waterloo Militia (Reserve Men 40-60 age)
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-115453
    • Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
    • Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 08 Lot 38, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1887, Bruce St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    Died, In Ayr, on Saturday, November 19th, 1887, at 6.45 o'clock, P.M., James Robson, Aged 77 Years, 10 Months and 19 Days. The Funeral Will take place from his late residence, on Bruce Street, on Monday, 21st inst., at 2 o'clock p.m., to the place of interment, New Cemetery, Ayr. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited. Ayr, Nov. 19, 1887.

    Waterloo Historical Society Death Notices Collection - photocopies

    James — Isabella McIntosh. Isabella (daughter of William McIntosh and Jane Bremner) was born Sep 1829, , Inverness, Scotland; died 8 Dec 1906, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 10 Dec 1906, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 9. Jane Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 2 Sep 1858, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Dec 1931, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 13 Dec 1931, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 10. Isabella Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1860, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    3. 11. Thomas "Packy" Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1869, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Sep 1926, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 30 Sep 1926, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. 12. William Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born Mar 1869, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    5. 13. Mary Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 15 Mar 1869, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 17 Oct 1921; was buried , Paris Plains Cemetery, Paris, Brant Co., Ontario.
    6. 14. Thomas Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1871, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    7. 15. Margaret "Maggie" Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 18 Dec 1874, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Jul 1936, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 14 Jul 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  2. 3.  Elizabeth "Betsy" Robson Descendancy chart to this point (1.William1) was born 13 Jul 1813, Newcastle, England; died 27 Feb 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Betsy Sherman
    • Name: Elizabeth "Betsy" Sherman
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-249268
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Elizabeth — William Sherman. William was born CALC 16 Oct 1816, St. John, New Brunswick; died 8 Dec 1884, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 16. William Sherman  Descendancy chart to this point was born 25 Sep 1846, , Ontario, Canada; died 6 Sep 1910, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 17. John T. Sherman  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1849, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    3. 18. Elizabeth Theresa Sherman  Descendancy chart to this point was born 8 Apr 1853, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; died 2 Aug 1938, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Aug 1938, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. 19. Elizabeth Sherman  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1855, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    5. 20. Mary Elliott  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1855, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    6. 21. Mary Sherman  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1856, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

  3. 4.  John Robson Descendancy chart to this point (1.William1) was born 1817; died 28 Apr 1854, , Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-337896


  4. 5.  William Robson Descendancy chart to this point (1.William1) was born 1820, , England; died Bef 1901.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-115957
    • Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Not Given
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

    William — Agnes "Nancy" McCobry?. Agnes was born 24 Nov 1820, , Ireland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 22. Jane Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1854, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1 Feb 1918, Brantford Township, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 23. Nancy Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 5 Dec 1858, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 7 Dec 1907, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  5. 6.  Thomas Robson Descendancy chart to this point (1.William1) was born Abt 1830, , England; died Bef 1881.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-130119

    Thomas — Janet Knox. Janet was born 1830, , Scotland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 24. William Thomas Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Mar 1856, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Jun 1940, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 23 Jun 1940, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  6. 7.  Mary Robson Descendancy chart to this point (1.William1) was born CA 1830, , England; died 1859.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Mary Elliott
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58275
    • Residence: 1847, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Mary married George Elliott 29 Jan 1847, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. George (son of Thomas Elliott and Mary Donaldson) was born 23 Jan 1823, Langholm, , Dumfries, Scotland; died 9 Jul 1888, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 25. Thomas Elliott  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1848, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    2. 26. James Elliott  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1851, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    3. 27. Elizabeth Elliott  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1855, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    4. 28. Mary Elliott  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1856, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

  7. 8.  William Robson Descendancy chart to this point (1.William1) was born 1844, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-252140
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church



Generation: 3

  1. 9.  Jane Robson Descendancy chart to this point (2.James2, 1.William1) was born 2 Sep 1858, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Dec 1931, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 13 Dec 1931, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Jane Ronald
    • Name: Jeannie Robson
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-115456
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Jane married George Ronald 13 May 1885, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. George (son of William Ronald and Helen Robson) was born CALC 19 Jun 1860, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 30 Dec 1889, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 1 Jan 1890, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 29. Eleanor Felicia Ronald  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1 Nov 1885, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    2. 30. Ethel Isabella Ronald  Descendancy chart to this point was born 24 Dec 1887, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Oct 1936, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 12 Oct 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  2. 10.  Isabella Robson Descendancy chart to this point (2.James2, 1.William1) was born 1860, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-115457
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian


  3. 11.  Thomas "Packy" Robson Descendancy chart to this point (2.James2, 1.William1) was born 1869, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Sep 1926, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 30 Sep 1926, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-115471
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer - Gravel pit
    • Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Notes:

    Thomas Robson Passes - The death occurred on Tuesday afternoon of Thomas (Packy) Robson, Jedburg, in his 57th year, after a brief illness of meningitis. Deceased was taken ill only a few days prior to his demise and his passing came as a shock to the people of this community, in which he had spent practically all his life. He was born on the farm just west of Ayr, now owned by Mr. James Welsh, and in his younger days was one of the finest athletes ever produced by this village. He played center-forward on the hockey team which was in the finals for the O. H. A. senior championship some 32 years ago, and also occupied the position of half-back on the Ayr football team which won the intermediate championship some 35 years ago. For several years he also played hockey for Waterloo and Petrolia. He was a moulder by trade and worked in the Watson foundry for many years. He was known and esteemed by a large circle of friends, who will much regret to learn of his sudden death. Besides his widow, whose maiden name was Lizzie MacMonagle, he is survived by one son, Bobbie. Two sisters and one brother alto survive, viz.: Mrs. Ronald and Miss Margaret, Ayr; and William, Hamilton. The funeral takes place this (Thursday) afternoon to the Ayr Cemetery.

    The Ayr News Sep 30 1926 pg 8

    Sports Team Membership:
    "He played centre forward on the Ayr hockey team and half-back on the Ayr football team. He, also, played hockey for Waterloo and Petrolia for several years.

    Thomas married Elizabeth Jessie "Lizzie" McMonagle 2 Apr 1910, Tillsonburg, Dereham Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth was born 1876, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 28 Dec 1939, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 31 Dec 1939, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 31. Robert "Robbie" Robson  Descendancy chart to this point

  4. 12.  William Robson Descendancy chart to this point (2.James2, 1.William1) was born Mar 1869, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57727
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farm Laborer


  5. 13.  Mary Robson Descendancy chart to this point (2.James2, 1.William1) was born 15 Mar 1869, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 17 Oct 1921; was buried , Paris Plains Cemetery, Paris, Brant Co., Ontario.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Mary Faus
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-115459
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

    Mary — Joseph Faus. Joseph was born 14 Aug 1864, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; died 3 Mar 1948, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Paris Plains Cemetery, Paris, Brant Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 32. Clifford James Faus  Descendancy chart to this point was born 24 Aug 1897, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Mar 1992, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Paris Plains Cemetery, Paris, Brant Co., Ontario.
    2. 33. Kathleen Elaine Faus  Descendancy chart to this point was born 3 Dec 1907, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 16 Mar 1986, Penetanguishene, Tiny Township, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  6. 14.  Thomas Robson Descendancy chart to this point (2.James2, 1.William1) was born 1871, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-290535
    • Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Moulder
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian


  7. 15.  Margaret "Maggie" Robson Descendancy chart to this point (2.James2, 1.William1) was born 18 Dec 1874, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Jul 1936, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 14 Jul 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Maggie Robson
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57728
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

    Notes:

    Funeral Of Miss M. Robson

    The funeral of the late Miss Margaret Robson, Bruce Street, whose death occurred on Sunday at 9.30 pm in her 63rd year, took place to the Ayr Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon. The services were in charge of Rev. Dr. Currie of London, in the absence of Rev. J. W. Currie on his vacation. The pallbearers were as follows: Andrew E. Laurie, James Welsh, Murdock Robson, Samuel Schrane, Clifford Bannister of Ayr and Edward Laughlin of Paris. Miss Robson had been in poor health for some considerable time, but the excessive heat was the immediate cause off her death. A daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Robson, she was born west of Ayr on the farm now occupied by James Welsh. She had lived in Ayr for the past 45 years and was an adherent of the United Church. The late Miss Robson was the last surviving member of her family.

    The Ayr News Jul 16 1936 pg 8


  8. 16.  William Sherman Descendancy chart to this point (3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 25 Sep 1846, , Ontario, Canada; died 6 Sep 1910, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-249269
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
    • Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Not given
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian


  9. 17.  John T. Sherman Descendancy chart to this point (3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 1849, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Jonathan Sherman
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-249270
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
    • Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Not given
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian


  10. 18.  Elizabeth Theresa Sherman Descendancy chart to this point (3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 8 Apr 1853, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; died 2 Aug 1938, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Aug 1938, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Elizabeth Theresa Carruthers
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289974
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Charwoman

    Notes:

    Found Dead in Her Bed by Grandson on Wednesday Night

    It was with something of a shock that residents of the village learned on Wednesday evening, August 3rd, that Mrs. Elizabeth Carruthers, Northumberland street, had been found dead in her bed.

    Mrs. Carruthers, who was in her 86th year had not been noticed around her home by the neighbors, and about 6.00 p.m. her grandson, Joseph Wismer, Jr., and a neighbor, J. M. Hunt, forced their way into the house through a window. It was then learned that Mrs. Carruthers had passed away,

    Born at Greenfield, a daughter of William Sherman and Elizabeth Robson. Mrs. Carruthers had lived in Ayr and vicinity during the whole period of her long lifetime. She attended Knox United Church and was highly esteemed by many friends and nelghbors, She had been ill with heart trouble for a number of years and was the last member of one of the early families in this community.

    She is survived by the following family: Mrs. Joseph Wismer (Elizabeth), Ayr; Mrs. James Elliott (Mary), Toronto; Mrs. Joseph Faus, Jr. (Nettie,. South Dumfries; Mrs. J. R. Wood (Jean), Toronto, and John, Ayr. Her husband. Robert Carruthers, predeceased her 23 years ago.

    The funeral, which was private, took place to the Ayr Cemetery on Thursday afternoon. During the absence of Rev. J. W. Currie, the services were in charge of Mr. Jackson of Wolverton. A number of friends and relatives were present from outside points, and the floral tributes were beautiful.

    The Ayr News Aug 11 1938 pg 5

    Elizabeth married Robert Carruthers 5 Dec 1871, Bluevale, Turnberry Twp., Huron Co., Ontario. Robert (son of Walter Carruthers and Elizabeth Elliott) was born 1845, , Ontario, Canada; died 7 Aug 1916; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 34. Elizabeth Carruthers  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1 Nov 1872, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Oct 1944, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 23 Oct 1944, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 35. Mary Helen "Mayme" Carruthers  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1876, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    3. 36. John Carruthers  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Jan 1878, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    4. 37. Jane "Jennie" "Jean" Carruthers  Descendancy chart to this point was born 23 Jan 1883, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 May 1941, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.
    5. 38. Nettie Carruthers  Descendancy chart to this point was born 16 Aug 1883, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 16 Nov 1947, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 20 Nov 1947, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  11. 19.  Elizabeth Sherman Descendancy chart to this point (3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 1855, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-429895
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian


  12. 20.  Mary Elliott Descendancy chart to this point (3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 1855, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-249272
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England


  13. 21.  Mary Sherman Descendancy chart to this point (3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 1856, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-429896
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian


  14. 22.  Jane Robson Descendancy chart to this point (5.William2, 1.William1) was born 1854, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1 Feb 1918, Brantford Township, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Jane Newman
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-116062P
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1888, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Jane married William Newman 28 Nov 1888, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. William was born 1859, , England; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]


  15. 23.  Nancy Robson Descendancy chart to this point (5.William2, 1.William1) was born 5 Dec 1858, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 7 Dec 1907, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Nancy Barnard
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-116069
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Weslyan Methodist
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Nancy married Thomas Henry Barnard 31 Aug 1880, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Thomas was born 26 Apr 1853, Clerkenwell, London, England; died 24 Dec 1917, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 39. Matilda Jane "Tillie" Barnard  Descendancy chart to this point was born 3 Mar 1882, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Feb 1950, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 40. Mary Barnard  Descendancy chart to this point was born 23 Feb 1884, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Jan 1964, Milton, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario, Canada.
    3. 41. William Henry "Peck" "Bill" Barnard  Descendancy chart to this point was born 29 Jun 1887, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

  16. 24.  William Thomas Robson Descendancy chart to this point (6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 13 Mar 1856, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Jun 1940, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 23 Jun 1940, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Directory: North Dumfries Concession 08 Lot 38, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
    • Interesting: pioneer, life
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338403
    • Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Notes:

    Death Of Wm. T. Robson

    Said to be Oldest Member of Orange Lodge in Ontario

    Initiated 62 Years Ago

    It was with deep regret that Ayr residents learned on Friday of the death in Galt Hospital of William T. Robson, in his 86thyear. Mr. Robson had been failing health for some time and was removed to the hospital several weeks ago. He was probably the oldest member of the Orange Lodge in Ontario, having joined the St. George Lodge 62 years ago. He took pride in attending the annual "walk" on July 12th, and in the long period of 62 years failed only once to be present at this outstanding Orange event of the year. Two years ago he attended the huge parade at Toronto, while last year he led the parade at the Preston celebration. Mr. Robson was a lifelong resident of this community. He was a familiar and friendly figure on the streets of our village and had a kindly word of greeting for everyone. His memory remained excellent and he was a source of Information about old-time events in and around Ayr which is now forever closed. Mr. Robson was born at Greenfield, a son of the late Thomas Robson of Morpeth, England, and Janet Knox, of Maybole, Scotland. His father died when he was a boy and he then moved to Ayr with his mother. He received his education in Ayr at the time the school house stood on the site where the rink is now located. As a young man he excelled in athletics. Following his early years in Ayr he moved to near London to live with a relative and while there was married to Mary Aim Fonger. He brought his bride back to the farm at Greenfield where he was born, and they remained there 50 years. The farm is now occupied by Thos. Robson, a relative of the deceased. Mr. Robson's wife died 12 years ago. Two years later he came to Ayr to live with his daughter, Mrs. Julius Eichler. Since coming into Ayr he had kept active and was interested in gardening. He was an adherent of Knox United Church. Three sons and five daughters survive him, viz.: Elmo P. Robson, Toronto; William Robson, Toronto; Thomas Robson, Victoria, B. C.; Mrs. M. Hedley, Toronto; Mrs. J. Element, London; Mrs. Fred Eichler and Mrs. Charles Eichler, New Hamburg, and Mrs. J. Eichler, Ayr. - The Funeral - There was a large attendance at the funeral, which took place on Sunday afternoon from the home of his son-in-law, Julius Eichler, St. Andrew's Avenue, to Ayr Cemetery. The services were .conducted by Rev. J. W. Currie, and the pallbearers were: George C. Smye, George A. Guthrie, Wm. R. Bain, John Holman, Morton Robson and Joseph Faus. During the service at the residence the choir of Knox United Church sang the selection, "Abide with Me." The floral tributes were beautiful. Persons were present from Kitchener, Detroit, New Hamburg, Galt, Toronto, and other outside points.

    The Ayr News Jun 27 1940 pg 1

    William married Mary Ann Fonger 12 Feb 1878, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada. Mary was born 5 Sep 1858, London Twp., Middlesex Co., Ontario; died 11 Nov 1928, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 13 Nov 1928, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 42. Mary Knight Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 2 Sep 1879, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 5 Dec 1978, Palmerston, Peel Township, Wellington Co., Ontario; was buried 8 Dec 1978, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 43. Thomas Simpson Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born Feb 1881, , Ontario, Canada; died 25 Oct 1941, Cadboro Bay, , British Columbia.
    3. 44. Janet Knox Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 30 Nov 1882, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    4. 45. William James Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 18 Aug 1884, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 31 May 1888, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    5. 46. Annie Jane Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 9 Feb 1886, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Dec 1918, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 12 Dec 1918, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    6. 47. Sarah Stuart Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 15 Sep 1887, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 May 1888, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    7. 48. Wilhelmina Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 11 Jul 1889, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 17 Nov 1958; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    8. 49. Hazel May Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 19 Jul 1891, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Mar 1976, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Mar 1976, Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    9. 50. Florence Helva Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Apr 1895, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Nov 1918, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    10. 51. Verna Luella Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 29 Aug 1897, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Oct 1987, Owen Sound, Grey Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 14 Oct 1987, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    11. 52. Elmo Fonger "Pat" Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 9 Mar 1899, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Dec 1975, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 31 Dec 1975, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    12. 53. William Hamilton Robson  Descendancy chart to this point was born 27 Mar 1902, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 17 Apr 1964, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  17. 25.  Thomas Elliott Descendancy chart to this point (7.Mary2, 1.William1) was born 1848, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-249444
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
    • Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian


  18. 26.  James Elliott Descendancy chart to this point (7.Mary2, 1.William1) was born 1851, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-249555
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
    • Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian


  19. 27.  Elizabeth Elliott Descendancy chart to this point (7.Mary2, 1.William1) was born 1855, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-249666
    • Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church


  20. 28.  Mary Elliott Descendancy chart to this point (7.Mary2, 1.William1) was born 1856, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430245
    • Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
    • Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian



Generation: 4

  1. 29.  Eleanor Felicia Ronald Descendancy chart to this point (9.Jane3, 2.James2, 1.William1) was born 1 Nov 1885, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Eleanor Felicia Carson
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195278
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Dressmaking - at home
    • Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1936, Owen Sound, Grey Co., Ontario, Canada

    Eleanor married Hugh R. Carson 15 Jun 1921, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Hugh was born 1879, Meaford, St. Vincent Twp., Grey Co., Ontario; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]


  2. 30.  Ethel Isabella Ronald Descendancy chart to this point (9.Jane3, 2.James2, 1.William1) was born 24 Dec 1887, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Oct 1936, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 12 Oct 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Ethel Isabella Powell
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57731
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Sales lady = Bakery
    • Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1936, Bruce St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    Mrs. Francis Powell - Following an illness of two weeks of pneumonia, the death occurred early Saturday morning of Mrs. Francis Powell, Bruce Street, in her 49th year. Deceased, whose maiden name was Ethel Isabelle Ronald, was born in Ayr, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Ronald. Possessed of a pleasant, friendly disposition, she was highly esteemed by a wide circle of friends who will deeply regret her early demise. She was a member of Knox United Church. Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Ilene and Frances, and a sister, Mrs. Hugh Carson, Owen Sound. The funeral took place from her late residence, Bruce Street, on Monday afternoon to the Ayr Cemetery. There was a large attendance of sorrowing friends and relatives, and the floral tributes were beautiful. Rev. J. W. Currie was in charge of the services, and the pallbearers were as follows: Edward Whitson, James Welsh, John W. Henderson, G. S. Dalrymple, Robert Gladstone and Wm. J. Keith.

    The Ayr News Oct 15 1936 pg 3

    Ethel — Francis John "Frank" Powell. Francis was born 16 Aug 1884, Hatchley, Burford Twp., Brant Co., Ontario; died 6 Jun 1964, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 10 Jun 1964, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 54. Ilene Powell  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 55. Frances Powell  Descendancy chart to this point

  3. 31.  Robert "Robbie" Robson Descendancy chart to this point (11.Thomas3, 2.James2, 1.William1)

  4. 32.  Clifford James Faus Descendancy chart to this point (13.Mary3, 2.James2, 1.William1) was born 24 Aug 1897, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Mar 1992, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Paris Plains Cemetery, Paris, Brant Co., Ontario.

    Other Events:

    • Residence: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72840
    • Military: 1914, WW1; WW1,

    Notes:

    Clifford Faus

    Life long area resident, Clifford James Fans, died at the Brantford General Hospital on Tuesday, March 10th, 1992. Mr. Fans was in his 96th year. Born in Ayr, he was the son of Joseph Fans and Mary Robson. Since 1910 he resided and farmed at RR 3, Ayr, until his retirement in 1985. Mr. Faus and his wife, Alice Wright, then moved to Telfer Place, Paris. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Arthur and his wife Martha of RR 3, Ayr and Kent and his wife Norma of Pickering; by nine grand-children and nine great-grandchildren; and by his niece, Jane Quigley of Orillia. He was predeceased by one sister, Kathleen Watson of Orillia. Visitation was held at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home on Thursday then to Grace Gospel Church, Paris where funeral service was held on Friday, March 13 at 3: 30 p.m. Reverend Wayne Foster officiated. Interment was in Paris Plains Cemetery. Pallbearers were Brian, Peter and Paul Faus, Rick Cleaveland, Gerald and Bill Wright.

    The Ayr News 18 Mar 1992 pg 11

    Clifford — Alice Jean Wright. Alice was born 1899; died 9 Nov 1995, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Paris Plains Cemetery, Paris, Brant Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]


  5. 33.  Kathleen Elaine Faus Descendancy chart to this point (13.Mary3, 2.James2, 1.William1) was born 3 Dec 1907, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 16 Mar 1986, Penetanguishene, Tiny Township, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Kathleen Elaine Watson
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341922

    Notes:

    Mrs. D. S. Watson

    Kathleen Elaine Watson passed away at Penetang on Sunday, March 16th. She was in her 79th year. The former Kathleen Faus, beloved wife of the late Donald Stevenson Watson, formerly of Ayr. Loving mother of Jane (Mrs. James Quigley) of Price's Corners (Orillia), grandmother of Steven and Andrew. Dear sister of Clifford Faus of Paris. The late Mrs. Watson will rest at the Knox United Church, Ayr, from 1 p.m. Thursday, March 20th until time of service at 2: 00 p.m. A spring interment in Ayr Cemetery. Funeral arrangements in charge of Mundell Funeral Home, Orillia.

    The Ayr News 19 Mar 1986 pg 11

    Kathleen — Donald Stevenson Watson. Donald (son of Archibald Gibb "Archie" Watson and Margaret Stevenson) was born 28 Sep 1906, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; died 29 Jul 1965, Markdale, Artemesia Twp., Grey Co., Ontario; was buried 2 Aug 1965, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  6. 34.  Elizabeth Carruthers Descendancy chart to this point (18.Elizabeth3, 3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 1 Nov 1872, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Oct 1944, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 23 Oct 1944, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Elizabeth Wismer
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-342074
    • Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Notes:

    Mrs. Joseph Wismer

    Daughter of Late Robert Carruthers Died in Galt Hospital on Friday

    Following an illness of some five or six months, the death occurred in Galt Hospital on Friday of Elizabeth Carruthers, wife of Joseph Wismer, in her 73rd year. She was born in Greenfield, being a daughter of the late Robert Carruthers and Elizabeth Sherman. Following her marriage 52 years ago at Knox Church manse by the Rev. Dr. John Thomson, she resided in Blair and Guelph for some three years, after which she returned to Ayr, where she had since resided. During her entire married life, she confined her activities to the welfare of her home and family. Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons and a daughter, viz.: William, Bruce, Ont.; Joseph and David, at home, and Mrs. Joseph Robbins (Florence). Also surviving are a granddaughter, Mrs. Bert Stuart (Blanche), Kitchener; two sisters, Mrs. James Elliott, Toronto, and Mrs. Joseph Faus, Jr., RR 3, Ayr, and a brother, John Carruthers, Ayr. The funeral took place from the W. O. Ball Funeral Parlor on Monday afternoon, interment being in Ayr Cemetery. The services were conducted by the Rev. J. W. Currie, and the pallbearers were: Ernest Cress, Bud Campbell, Carl Weitzel, Emory Zehr, James Bell and Henry Wolfe. The floral tributes were lovely.

    The Ayr News Oct 26 1944 pg 1

    Elizabeth married Joseph Hewitt Wismer 24 Dec 1889, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Joseph (son of George Wismer and Charlotte Hewitt, son of Joseph Cressman Wismer and Charlotte Hewitt) was born 14 Jul 1868, Winterbourne, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Jan 1945, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 11 Jan 1945, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 56. Blanche Wismer  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 57. William John Wismer  Descendancy chart to this point was born 28 Feb 1890, , Ontario, Canada; died 11 Nov 1945; was buried , Cloudslee Cemetery, Plummer Twp., Algoma District, Ontario, Canada.
    3. 58. Florence May Wismer  Descendancy chart to this point was born 7 Apr 1894, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    4. 59. Joseph Wismer  Descendancy chart to this point was born 23 Sep 1896, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
    5. 60. Lillian "Lillie" Wismer  Descendancy chart to this point was born 23 Nov 1898, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Mar 1943, Windsor, Essex Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 13 Mar 1943, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    6. 61. David Wismer  Descendancy chart to this point was born Mar 1902, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

  7. 35.  Mary Helen "Mayme" Carruthers Descendancy chart to this point (18.Elizabeth3, 3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 1876, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Mary Helen "Mayme" Elliott
    • Name: Mayme Carruthers
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289975
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

    Mary married James "Jimmy" Elliott 28 May 1898, Woodstock, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. James (son of George Elliott and Minnie Elliott) was born 20 Sep 1871, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Oct 1947, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 1 Nov 1947, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  8. 36.  John Carruthers Descendancy chart to this point (18.Elizabeth3, 3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 13 Jan 1878, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289976
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer


  9. 37.  Jane "Jennie" "Jean" Carruthers Descendancy chart to this point (18.Elizabeth3, 3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 23 Jan 1883, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 May 1941, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Jennie Carruthers
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289978
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

    Notes:

    DEATH OF MRS. WOOD

    The death occurred in Toronto on Thursday morning of Jean Carruthers, widow of the late John Wood, after an illness of some seven weeks of heart trouble. Mrs. Wood was born in Ayr, being a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Carruthers. She is survived by the following sisters and brother; Mrs. Joseph Wismer, Ayr; Mrs. James Elliott, Toronto; Mrs. Joseph Faus, Jr., and John Carruthers.

    Ayr News 22 May 1941 pf 8


  10. 38.  Nettie Carruthers Descendancy chart to this point (18.Elizabeth3, 3.Elizabeth2, 1.William1) was born 16 Aug 1883, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 16 Nov 1947, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 20 Nov 1947, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/171724751
    • Name: Nettie Faus
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340836
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

    Notes:

    Died At her residence in South Dumfries, on Sunday, November 16, 1947 Nettie Carruthers Beloved wife of Joseph Faus, Jr., in her 65th year. The Funeral Will be held from the Cumming Funeral Home, Paris, on Thursday, November 20. Service at 2 p.m. Interment in Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

    Funeral Card

    _________________________

    Mrs. Joseph Faus, Jr.

    The death occurred at her residence in South Dumfries township on Sunday of Nettie Carruthers, beloved wife of Joseph Faus, Jr., in her 65th year.

    Mrs. Faus was born in Ayr, being a daughter of the late Robert Carutthers and Elizabeth Sherman. Here she resided until her marriage to Mr. Faus 37 years ago, when she removed, with her husband, to South Dumfries.

    Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, William, Brantford and Emerson, at home; a sister, Mrs. James Elliott, Toronto, and a brother, John Carruthers, South Dumfries.

    The funeral will take place from the Cumming Funeral Home, Paris, this (Thursday) afternoon at two o'clock to the Ayr Cemetery.

    The Ayr News Nov 20 1947 pg 1

    Nettie married Joseph Faus 30 Dec 1909, Woodstock, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Joseph was born 23 Feb 1888; died 23 Apr 1966; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 62. Emmerson Ward Faus  Descendancy chart to this point was born 20 Mar 1913, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 6 Jun 1995, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  11. 39.  Matilda Jane "Tillie" Barnard Descendancy chart to this point (23.Nancy3, 5.William2, 1.William1) was born 3 Mar 1882, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Feb 1950, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Matilda Jane "Tillie" Richardson
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58093
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
    • Residence: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Matilda married William A. Richardson Sep 1907. William was born CA 1880; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 63. Mary Jane Barnard  Descendancy chart to this point was born 30 Jul 1905, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

  12. 40.  Mary Barnard Descendancy chart to this point (23.Nancy3, 5.William2, 1.William1) was born 23 Feb 1884, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Jan 1964, Milton, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Mary Marshall
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58094
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Mary married Henry "Harry" Marshall 26 Dec 1910, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Henry was born 1873, , Nova Scotia, Canada; died 6 Feb 1932, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 64. Floyd Gordon Marshall  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1907, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Jan 1961, Hamilton, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hamilton, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada.

  13. 41.  William Henry "Peck" "Bill" Barnard Descendancy chart to this point (23.Nancy3, 5.William2, 1.William1) was born 29 Jun 1887, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58095
    • Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England

    Notes:

    "Bill Barnard, popular porter at the Queen's Hotel, celebrated his 63rd birthday. He was born and raised in Ayr and is one of the members of the old school of 'good fellows' whose ranks are becoming sadly depleted."

    Ayr News; June 29, 1950, p 16 c 4.


  14. 42.  Mary Knight Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 2 Sep 1879, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 5 Dec 1978, Palmerston, Peel Township, Wellington Co., Ontario; was buried 8 Dec 1978, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Mary Knight Hedley
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341037
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Notes:

    Mrs. John Hedley

    Mrs. John R. Hedley passed away Tuesday, December 5th at the Palmerston Town Manor Nursing Home. She was in her 100th year. The former Mary K. Robson, she was a native of the Ayr area, born September 2, 1879, a daughter of the late William Robson and Mary Ann Fonger. She resided in Ayr area for many years before moving to Exeter. She was a member of Exeter United Church. Predeceased by her husband, one daughter Agnes; two sons Allan and Sgt. Wilfred killed in World War II action 1944; also five sisters and three brothers. Surviving are one daughter Mrs. Elmer (Barbara) Bell of Listowel; a granddaughter Barbara Ann Bell of Listowel; and a sister Mrs. Verna Eichler of Ayr. Service at Ayr Cemetery Chapel on Friday. Interment in Ayr Cemetery.

    The Ayr News Dec 13 1978

    Mary married John Rutledge Hedley 14 Feb 1912, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John was born 19 Aug 1860, , Middlesex Co., Ontario, Canada; died 2 Mar 1927, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Mar 1927, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 65. Barbara Hedley  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 66. Mary Agnes "Agnes" Hedley  Descendancy chart to this point was born 7 Nov 1912, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 18 Aug 1914, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    3. 67. John Allan "Allan" Hedley  Descendancy chart to this point was born 7 Nov 1912, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 Jun 1925, Orillia Twp., Simcoe Co., Ontario; was buried 6 Jun 1925, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. 68. Lance Sergeant Wilfred Laurier Hedley  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Oct 1923, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 8 Jul 1944, Normanby, France; was buried , Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, Reviers, , Basse-Normandie, France.

  15. 43.  Thomas Simpson Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born Feb 1881, , Ontario, Canada; died 25 Oct 1941, Cadboro Bay, , British Columbia.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-130103
    • Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian


  16. 44.  Janet Knox Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 30 Nov 1882, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Janet Knox Element
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-288078
    • Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Janet married John P. Element 30 Jun 1904, , Middlesex Co., Ontario, Canada. John was born 1868, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]


  17. 45.  William James Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 18 Aug 1884, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 31 May 1888, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340370


  18. 46.  Annie Jane Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 9 Feb 1886, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Dec 1918, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 12 Dec 1918, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338419
    • Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Epidemic: 1918, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Influenza

    Notes:

    Sisters Fall Victims - Last week we reported the death of Mrs. Julus Eickler from "Flu" and pneumonia. This week a sister, Miss Annie, J. Robson, who waited upon her during her illness, also fell a victim to the disease. She was taken ill a week ago Monday and passed away Monday after just a week's illness, aged 34 years. Such cases are sad indeed. Mr. and Mrs. Robson and family will have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sore double bereavement. Interment was made in the Ayr cemetery on Tuesday.

    The Ayr News Dec 12 1918


  19. 47.  Sarah Stuart Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 15 Sep 1887, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 May 1888, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340371


  20. 48.  Wilhelmina Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 11 Jul 1889, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 17 Nov 1958; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/142877308
    • Name: Wilhelmina Eichler
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72898P
    • Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Residence: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Notes:

    In Memory of Wilhelmina Eichler Beloved wife of the late Fred Eichler Date of Birth July 11th, 1889 Date of Death November 17th, 1958 Funeral Service Remains are resting at the Futher-Omand Funeral Home, New Hamburg, where services will be held at 2:00 o'clock on Wednesday, November 19th, 1958. Final Resting Place Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg.

    Funeral Card

    Wilhelmina married Frederick Pogson "Fred" Eichler 20 May 1907, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Frederick (son of Bernhard "Barney" Eichler and Veronica "Fanny" Pogson) was born 28 Mar 1879, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Jan 1958, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 69. Charles Bernard Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 24 Jan 1908, , Ontario, Canada; died 20 Jan 1972, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 70. Sarah Luella Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 10 Jul 1909, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 May 1991; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    3. 71. Pearl Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 12 Sep 1910; died 19 Sep 1910; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. 72. Martha Rosena Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 21 Aug 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 22 Jun 2003, Stratford, Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Avondale Cemetery, Stratford, Perth Co., Ontario.
    5. 73. Roland Frederick Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 19 Mar 1913, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Jun 2003, Ladysmith, , British Columbia, Canada.
    6. 74. Lily May Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 12 Nov 1914, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 2 Jan 1972, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 5 Jan 1972, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    7. 75. Mary Ann Josephine Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 6 Jul 1918, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Sep 1979, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 12 Sep 1979, Parklawn Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    8. 76. Albert Edward Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 29 Aug 1919, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 13 Jun 2000, Wasaga Beach, Simcoe Co., Ontario.
    9. 77. Andrew Walter Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 12 Jan 1922, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 27 Aug 1930, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    10. 78. Mable Irene Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 8 Apr 1923, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 16 May 2005, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    11. 79. Calvin David Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Apr 1926, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 May 2004, Deroche, , British Columbia, Canada.
    12. 80. June Idella Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 27 Jun 1927, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 30 Sep 2013, Woodstock, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hillview United Cemetery, Woodstock, Oxford Co., Ontario.
    13. 81. James Gordon Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 13 Jun 1931, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Apr 1990, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  21. 49.  Hazel May Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 19 Jul 1891, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Mar 1976, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Mar 1976, Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • Name: Hazel May Eichler
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-342192

    Notes:

    Mrs. Charles Eichler Passes

    The death occurred Monday, March 1st at the Scott Pavilion, Kitchener, of Mrs. Charles (Hazel) Eichler, formerly of New Hamburg. Mrs. Eichler was the former Hazel Robson, and was born at Greenfield, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William T. Robson. Survived by four sons, a daughter, and two sisters including Mrs. Julius Eichler of Ayr. Predeceased by three brothers and four sisters. Funeral service will be at the Omand Funeral Home, New Hamburg at 3: 00 p.m. Thursday.

    The Ayr News 4 Mar 1976 pg 9

    Hazel married Charles R. "Carl" Eichler 19 Aug 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Charles (son of Bernhard "Barney" Eichler and Lucy Racho) was born 16 Sep 1887, , Ontario, Canada; died 3 Dec 1958; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  22. 50.  Florence Helva Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 13 Apr 1895, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Nov 1918, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • Name: Florence Helva Eichler
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338418
    • Residence: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Epidemic: 1918, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Influenza

    Notes:

    Sisters Fall Victims - Last week we reported the death of Mrs. Julus Eickler from "Flu" and pneumonia. This week a sister, Miss Annie, J. Robson, who waited upon her during her illness, also fell a victim to the disease. She was taken ill a week ago Monday and passed away Monday after just a week's illness, aged 34 years. Such cases are sad indeed. Mr. and Mrs. Robson and family will have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sore double bereavement. Interment was made in the Ayr cemetery on Tuesday.

    The Ayr News Dec 12 1918

    Florence married Julius Eichler 14 Jan 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Julius (son of Bernhard "Barney" Eichler and Lucy Racho) was born 27 Jul 1889, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 27 Aug 1977, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 29 Aug 1977, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 82. Kathleen Verna Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 3 Jun 1912, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Jan 1959; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. 83. V. Margaret Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 1918; died 1993; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

  23. 51.  Verna Luella RobsonVerna Luella Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 29 Aug 1897, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Oct 1987, Owen Sound, Grey Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 14 Oct 1987, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • Name: Verna Luella Eichler
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338621
    • Epidemic: 1918; Influenza

    Verna married Julius Eichler 21 Oct 1919, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Julius (son of Bernhard "Barney" Eichler and Lucy Racho) was born 27 Jul 1889, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 27 Aug 1977, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 29 Aug 1977, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 84. Sgt. Benjamin William "Ben" Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 17 Mar 1920, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Aug 1944, , France; was buried , Bayeux War Cemetery, Bayeux, Calvados, France.
    2. 85. James Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 8 Aug 1923; died 8 Aug 1923; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    3. 86. John "Jack" Eichler  Descendancy chart to this point was born 2 Nov 1925, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1991.

  24. 52.  Elmo Fonger "Pat" Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 9 Mar 1899, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Dec 1975, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 31 Dec 1975, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • Residence: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338399
    • Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
    • Military: 1914, WW1; WW1, Corporal, Service #730247
    • Military: 1914, WW1; WW1, Private, 111th Battalion

    Notes:

    Elmo (Pat) Robson Passes - A well-known native of the Ayr district, Elmo Fonger (Pat) Robson passed away in Toronto on Sunday, December 28, 1975. Born on the Robson home farm, now owned by Tom Robson, townline, RR 3, Ayr, he was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William T. Robson. He was educated at Greenfield School. After farming for a time, he enlisted with the 111th Battalion and saw action in France during World War I. Returning from overseas, Mr. Robson engaged in a number of trades. He purchased a team of horses and teamed, he was engaged in bridge construction, worked for the C.P.R. He married Margaret Cress and learned the carpentry trade from his father-in-law George Cress. In the late 1920's Mr. and Mrs. Robson moved to Toronto where he joined the Metro Police force. He served on the force for 37 years, retiring 11 years ago.
    The Robson's observed their 50th wedding anniversary in July of 1975. Mr. Robson was an active member of Fairlawn United Church. Surviving besides his wife are a son Donald G. Robson of RR 3, Bright; two grandchildren Peter William of London and Mary Margaret of RR 3, Bright; a great-granddaughter Jennifer; and three sisters Mrs. Mary Hedley of Exeter, Mrs. Hazel Eichler of Kitchener, and Mrs. Julius (Verna) Eichler of Ayr. Predeceased by two brothers Thomas and William and four sisters Mrs. John (Janet) Element, Mrs. Fred (Mina) Eichler, Mrs. Julius (Florence) Eichler and Miss Annie Robson. Funeral service was held in the chapel of Trull Funeral Home, Toronto, on Wednesday. Interment in Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews.

    The Ayr News Jan 8 1976

    Elmo married Margaret Cress 8 Jul 1925, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Margaret (daughter of George Hudson Cress and Hannah Wismer) was born 22 Jun 1907, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 5 Dec 1978, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 8 Dec 1978, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  25. 53.  William Hamilton Robson Descendancy chart to this point (24.William3, 6.Thomas2, 1.William1) was born 27 Mar 1902, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 17 Apr 1964, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-198902
    • Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

    Notes:

    William H. Robson Passes

    A former well-known Ayr resident, William Hamilton Robson, 62, died suddenly at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, on Friday. He had been in poor health for some time but entered hospital only the day prior to his demise.

    The late Mr. Robson was born near Ayr, a son of the late William T. and Mary Anne Robson. As a young man he learned the blacksmith trade from the late Charles Bawtinhimer here, and worked in Ayr until leaving for Toronto 28 years ago. He resided in that city until his demise.

    Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Mary Hedley, Exeter; Mrs. Janet Element, London; Mrs. Hazel Eichler, New Hamburg, and Mrs. Julius Eichler (Verna) of Ayr, and a brother, Elmo F. Robson, Toronto. Private funeral service was conducted at Jerrette's Funeral Home, St. Clair Ave. on Monday by Rev. F. R. M. Anderson of Davenport Presbyterian Church. Burial was made in Prospect Cemetery, St. Clair Ave. Toronto. Mrs. Julius Eichler, Ayr, was in attendance at the service.

    The Ayr News Apr 23 1964 pg 12