Gertrude Rosina Wells

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• Name: Gertrude Rosina Hilborn
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-352702
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Christian Science

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Mrs. Percy Hilborn PRESTON

Mrs. Gertrude P. Hilborn, wife of Percy R. Hilborn, Concession Rd, South, Preston, died Sunday at Victoria Hospital, London, Ont., after a lengthy illness. Born in Waterloo, the daughter of the late Walter Wells and Rosina Roos, Mrs. Hilborn attended the Waterloo and Kitchener schools, Havergal College and studied music in Germany. She was a member of the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Kitchener and served on the church board for many years. In Preston Mrs. Hilborn assisted many local welfare organizations, especially during the war years. She was a past president of the Preston IODE. With a keen interest in music she assisted in the organization of the Galt and Preston Community Concert Association, which she sponsored in Preston for many years. She was active in Little Theatre work during the early years of the western Ontario organization. She was a member of the Chautauqua Women's Club. She was also a member of the Ancaster Golf Club. Surviving are her husband, two daughters and two sons, Mrs. Paul (Helen) Bridle of Ottawa and Elinor of Montreal; Richard of Preston and John of Montreal and a brother, Lyman S. Wells of San Francisco, Calif. A private funeral service will be held at the residence in Preston Tuesday afternoon.

Kitchener-Waterloo Record 30 Mar 1953 pg 5

Gertrude married Percy Richard Hilborn 18 Jul 1914, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Percy (son of Henry Cornell "Harry" Hilborn and Mary Cox) was born 14 Jun 1886, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 18 Oct 1972, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Preston Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Elinor — John Hueton. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Helen Joan Bridle
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-352853

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BRIDLE, Helen - At 87, peacefully, at her home, with her family, on December 17, 2004.

Loving mother of Liska M.E. Jetchick. Devoted grandmother of John Bridle Jetchick and Liska Helen Jetchick. Dear sister of John W. Hilborn, Eleanor Hueton (Hilborn), and Richard C. Hilborn. Deeply missed by a great many devoted friends and loving family.

A service to celebrate Helen's remarkable life will be held 11 am Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 820 King St., Cambridge, ON.

In lieu of flowers, donations to The War Amps or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Arrangements in care of Barthel Funeral Home,

"A pleasure is not full grown until it is remembered."
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Helen — Ambassador Paul Augustus Bridle. Paul was born 15 Oct 1914, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; died 18 Feb 1988, Ottawa, Carleton Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, Carleton Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Military: WW2 - officer of 1 Can Para
• Name: R. C. Hilborn
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-352851

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Maj. R.C. Hilborn (ret.)

February 23rd, 2006 by Rob

Richard "Dick" Hilborn, former 2IC of the 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion, died on Tuesday Feb. 21 in Waterloo, Ont. of a heart attack.

Maj. Hilborn was the last surviving officer of 1 Can Para who participated in all of the famed regiment's exploits during WWII. Maj. Hilborn received a field promotion to 2IC after the death of CO Col. Jeff Nicklin during the Rhine drop in March 1945 at the same time Col. Fraser Eadie assumed command. Col. Eadie died in August, 2003.

Maj. Hilborn remained active in the Association up to the time of his death. The funeral is scheduled for Wednesday March 1 at St. John's Anglican Church in Cambridge, Ont.

As expressions of sympathy, the family asks that donations be made instead to The War Amps of Canada, 1 Maybrook Dr., Scarborough, Ont. M1V 5K9

"Commando.Org > Blog Archive > Maj. R.C. Hilborn (Ret.)". 2020. Commando.Org. https://www.commando.org/2006/02/23/maj-rc-hilborn-ret/.

Richard — Lauretta Parsons. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Karen Laurette Chaplin
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-415366
• Residence: 1986, 18 Brant Rd., N., Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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CHAPLIN, Karen Laurette

Passed away on Saturday, July 5, 1986, at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Karen Hilborn, of 18 Brant Rd. N., Cambridge, in her 40th year. Beloved wife of R. Gordon Chaplin and dear mother of James and William, both at home; dear daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Hilborn of Elora and dear daughter-in-law of Mrs. Helen Chaplin of Cambridge; granddaughter of Norman Parsons of Cambridge; dear sister of Richard Hilborn and Michael Hilborn, both of Cambridge and Kirsten Hilborn of Toronto. Mrs. Chaplin was born in Cambridge on April 24, 1947 and lived in Cambridge most of her life. A member of Trinity Anglican Church, past president of Cambridge and District Association for the Mentally Retarded, a director of the board of the K-W Symphony, a director of the board of the Stratford Festival and a voluntary board member of the Cambridge Public Library. At the request of the family, there will be no visitation at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Anglican Church, Cambridge, on Tuesday, July 8, 1986 at 2 p.m. Private family interment to follow, in Mount View cemetery, Cambridge.

Kitchener-Waterloo Record 7 Jul 1986 pg D15

Karen — R. Gordon "Gordon" Chaplin. R. was born CA 1947; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Business: Hilborn Pottery
• Name: Rick Hilborn
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-217290

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Family, friends mourn 'father figure' Rick Hilborn

By James Jackson Record Reporter

CAMBRIDGE - Lisa Hilborn always looked up to her father as a charismatic, caring and optimistic man.

It wasn't until his death earlier this month of cancer that she realized just how many others felt the same way about Rick Hilborn, the longtime owner of Hilborn Pottery with his wife Nancy. Lisa said friends and former employees have reached out to offer their condolences following his death on Dec. 17 and many described him using the same phrase.

"The number of people who have used the words 'father figure' to describe him is astounding to me," she said Wednesday.

Rick, 71, was born in Cambridge and was well-known throughout town. Rick and Nancy were married for 41 years and also have two sons, Ian and Mackie, and three grandchildren.

A dedicated athlete and coach, Rick was a top-10 ranked junior tennis player in Canada as a teenager and spent more than 25 years coaching, mentoring and building minor hockey in Cambridge. He was also a part-owner of the Cambridge Winter Hawks.

"He was a natural-born leader; people gravitated to him and they would try to do well under his wing," said Lisa, who now runs the pottery shop with her husband.

Born Oct. 17, 1949, Rick attended Hillfield Strathallan College (an independent school in Hamilton) and Upper Canada College, followed by Wilfrid Laurier University and the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.

Lisa said her mother was the artist behind Hilborn Pottery and her father mainly ran the business side of the operation, including marketing and sales. Together they sold pottery across North America for more than four decades, and Rick was board president of the Canadian Gift and Tableware Association from 2005 to 2007.

He was also fascinated by nature and loved tending to his bird feeders. He could spot a red-tailed hawk from any distance.

"He was a really positive guy, never in a bad mood and always optimistic," said Lisa. "That was pretty special."

He also loved playing cards, whether it was cribbage or euchre, and Lisa said he won his final cribbage game against her just before his death.

"I couldn't even say how many games I played with him over the past few months," she said. The siblings formed a pandemic bubble with him during the summer to ensure they could be with him as much as possible, and took turns spending the night at his house.

A huge fan of rock and roll, Rick had around 1,200 records, Lisa said, and his favourite bands were British rockers The Kinks and The Rolling Stones. The family will hold a celebration of life when the pandemic is over and they can gather safely with friends and family.

Rick helped arrange a playlist of songs to be played at the event, with "Got to be Free" by The Kinks at the top of the list.

"For as long as I can remember, even before he got sick, he wanted that played at his celebration of life," Lisa said. "We hope anyone who knew my dad will play it and choose to reflect on him."

"Family, Friends Mourn 'Father Figure' Rick Hilborn". 2020. Therecord.Com. https://www.therecord.com/news/waterloo-region/2020/12/23/family-friends-mourn-father-figure-rick-hilborn.html.

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Born in Cambridge, ON October 17, 1949 - December 17, 2020 With great sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Rick at home with his family after a lengthy journey with cancer. Survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Nancy Macnaughton-Hilborn. He was a truly dedicated father to his three children, Ian (Nathalie), Mackie (Shannon), and Lisa (Tyler). Proud Papa Trick to grandchildren Mitchell, Marty, and Penelope. Survived by his mother Laurette (Ron) Pond and brother Michael. He was a loyal friend, brother-in-law, nephew, and uncle to many. Rick was predeceased by his father R.C. Hilborn and his sisters Karen Chaplin and Kirsten Andrews. Rick was educated at Hillfield Strathallan and Upper Canada College followed by Wilfrid Laurier University and OISIE - University of Toronto. Rick and Nancy created Hilborn Pottery in 1979 in Cambridge and have continued alongside their dedicated team selling pottery across North America for over 40 years. He was board President of the Canadian Gift and Tableware Association from 2005-2007. Rick was a hockey fanatic, golf enthusiast, tennis and cards player (he won the final game of cribbage) and especially a lover of all sports, following all leagues. He took much pleasure in watching the Hawks win multiple Stanley Cups at the peril of Leafs fans - GO HAWKS. He was a top-10 ranked junior tennis player in Canada as a teenager. Rick spent over 25 years coaching, mentoring and building Minor Hockey in Cambridge. He was supervisor of travel coaches for three years. He was also involved as a part-owner of the Cambridge Winter Hawks. Where Rick shined the most was his love and devotion to friends, family and those he met along the way. He was known for being a kind soul and connected to everyone he met. He brought out the best in people and inspired all those around him. He put family first and always sacrificed for others. He was a true role model and was loved in his community. Rick was a natural teacher and leader, he had a quick wit, and his humour and laugh were contagious. He had an extensive knowledge of politics, history, and most importantly, rock and roll. He was also fascinated by nature, always tending to his beloved bird feeders and being able to spot a red-tailed hawk from any distance. Travel was another one of Rick's passions and he and Nancy visited Israel and Jordan as recently as October 2019. Other highlights include a safari in South Africa, a family trip to Bangkok and Beijing, Egypt and seeing the shores of Normandy in France, and Rick always had a great interest in Nicaragua. One last 17 for our Dad. Thank you Dad, for everything. We will miss you so much but we will be ok because of the unbreakable family bond that you and Mom created. We know you'll watch over us. And we'll be listening. Rest Easy, Dad. We love you. Cremation and a family visitation have taken place. A Rocking Celebration of Life will be held for Rick when restrictions lift. In memory of Rick, donations may be made to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. The family would like to thank Princess Margaret Hospital for their specialists and clinical trials and the LHIN of Waterloo Region which allowed Rick to stay at home with his family. If you would like to reflect upon Rick, please do so while listening to Got To Be Free by the Kinks. Family and friends are invited to sign Rick's online book of condolences by visiting Coutts Funeral Home webpage at www.couttsfuneralhome.com

"Richard HILBORN Obituary (1949 - 2020) - Waterloo Region Record". 2020. Legacy.Com. https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/therecord-waterloo/obituary.aspx?n=richard-norman-hilborn-rick&pid=197349576&fhid=2772.

Richard — Nancy MacNaughton. [Group Sheet]