Elizabeth Lyons

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• Interesting: crime, fire, story
• Name: Elizabeth Findlater
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72764
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Misfortune: Aug 1879; killed by falling into cellar

Notes:

Died, In North Dumfries, on Monday, 4th Inst., at 20 minutes past 4 o'clock, A.M., Elizabeth Lyon Relict of the late Geo. Findlater, Aged 73 Years and 2 Months. Funeral, To-morrow (Tuesday) afternoon, at 3 o'clock, from her late Residence, to Ayr Cemetery. North Dumfries, Aug. 4th, 1879.


Waterloo Historical Society Death Notices Collection - photocopies

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Fatal Accident in Dumfries

A very melancholy accident occurred in the Township of North Dumfries on Monday night last, whereby an old and most respected resident, Mrs. George Findlater, met with her death. Mrs. Findlater was a widow, and resided with her two sons Robert and John on the old homestead; and being nervous during thunderstorms, she arose from her bed during the one on Sabbath night, apparently intending to go to the front door. It is supposed, however, that she mistook the door, and unfortunately opened the one that led to the cellar, down the stairs leading to which she appears to have fallen with great violence. One of the sons heard a noise, as if his mother had fallen over or upset a chair, and arose to see what was the matter; and when passing the cellar door he heard a slight moaning at the foot of the stairs leading thereto. He immediately descended to see what was wrong; and was horrified to find his mother lying perfectly insensible at the foot of the stairs. She was immediately carried up and put to bed, and the best of medical aid sought, but the summons had come, and without ever regaining consciousness, she quietly passed away shortly after 4 o'clock am on Monday. The deceased lady was in the 74th year of her age at the time of her sad death, and has resided on the farm on which she died for a period of nearly 40 years. She leaves a family of four sons and three daughters. She was a native of Aberdeenshire, Scotland; and during her long residence in Dumfries she earned the esteem and affection of all with whom she was brought into contact. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon, the attendance there at being very large. Her remains were interred in the new Cemetery at Ayr.

Galt Reporter Aug 8 1879 pg 2.

Elizabeth married George Findlater 26 Jan 1830, Inverurie, , Aberdeen, Scotland. George was born CALC 4 Nov 1803, , Aberdeenshire, Scotland; died 14 Mar 1873, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 17 Mar 1873, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72765

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• Interesting: story, pioneer
• Name: Margaret Manson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72763
• Immigration: 1834, , Ontario, Canada
• Immigration: 1843, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1862, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1914, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 23, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1914, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 31, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Death of Mrs. Henry Manson - Regret was experienced b a wide circle of friends in this locality on Sunday morning, when it became known that Mrs. Henry Manson, one of the most beloved and respected citizens of North Dumfries had passed away late Saturday evening. Deceased had only been ill for a short period and, although in her 81st year, she was still active and her demise was unexpected. Born in Scotland, Mrs. Manson came to America with her parents when less than a year old. After living in the United States for seven years, the family moved to Canada and located on the old homestead to the south-east of Ayr now occupied by her brother, John Findlater. On her marriage to the late Henry Manson, who predeceased her 12 years ago, she removed to her late residence, lot 23, concession 7, North Dumfries, where she lived until her death. Mrs. Manson was one of the oldest members of Stanley Street Presbyterian Church and always took an active part in church work. She was of a kindly and moving disposition and, as one of the pioneers of the district, exerted a large influence on the growing generation, which helped to make the Township of North Dumfries one of the most substantial and progressive in Ontario today. There survive her one daughter and four sons: Miss Bessie, at home; William, in Missouri; Robert, in Nebraska; Lyon, in California and Joh, at home. She is also survived by two sisters and three brothers: Mrs. Pipe, of California; Mrs. John Renwick, of Clifford; William of Belmore; Alexander, of Wingham and John, on the homestead. The funeral, which took place Tuesday afternoon to Ayr cemetery was very largely attended, many friends and relatives from a distance being present of tender their last respects. Among the relatives present were: William Manson, Missouri; Robert Manson, Nebraska; Mrs. John Renwick, Clifford; Wm. Findlater, Belmore; Alex, Findlater, Wingham. The services were in charge of Rev. Mr. Pettigrew of Glenmorris and Rev. W. M. Grant of Ayr. The pallbearers were: Messrs. Wm. Guthrie, Henry Guthrie, Robt. Cochrane, James Hall, Robt. Morton and A. G. Watson.

The Ayr News Jul 9 1914 pg 6

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Died in North Dumfries, on Saturday July 4th, 1914 Margaret Findlater wife of the late Henry Manson in her 81st year. The Funeral will take place from her late residence, Lot 33 concession, 7 North Dumfries on Tuesday, July 7th, at 2.30 p.m., to Ayr Cemetery.

Funeral Card

Margaret married Henry Manson 12 Feb 1862, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Henry (son of William Manson and Jane Kay) was born 28 Jun 1826, Ochiltree, , Ayr, Scotland; was christened 23 Jun 1826, Ochiltree, , Ayr, Scotland; died 27 Feb 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 1 Mar 1901, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73001P
• Immigration: 1842, , Ontario, Canada
• Immigration: 1845, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farrmer
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1885, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• 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
• Residence: 1913, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 21, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1913, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 24, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Died in North Dumfries, on Tuesday November 4th, 1913 Robert Findlater in the 79th year of his age. The funeral will take place from his late residence, lot 21 concession 7, North Dumfries on Friday, Novembert 7th, at 2.30 o'clock, p. m. to the Ayr Cemetery.

Funeral card

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Death of R. Findlater - The Grim Reaper removed another of North Dumfries oldest residents on Tuesday, Nov. 4th, when Robert Findlater passed away at his home on l;ot 24, concession 7, in his 79th year. Deceased was born in New York city and had lived in this vicinity nearly all his life, residing for the past nineteen years at Wrigley's Corners. He was well a favorably known throughout this district and a large number of friends will mourn his death. He was a member of the Stanley St. Presbyterian Church, and a Liberal in politics. Besides his widow there survive two sons, William L. and R. Roy, both at home; a sister, Mrs. Henry Manson, and a brother, Mr. John Findlater. The funeral will take place form his late residence on Friday, Nov. 7thm, at 2:30 p.m., to Ayr cemetery.

The Ayr News Nov 6 1913 pg 8

Robert married Marion H. Lyons 18 Nov 1885, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Marion (daughter of James Lyons and Elsie Jane Kenney) was born 23 Sep 1858, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Mar 1932, Burlington, Halton Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 11 Mar 1932, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-31321
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mason Apprentice
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1864, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

William Findlater - Death of William Findlater - The death took place at Wingham on Friday, April 29^th, of William Findlater, a former resident of this section, in his 83^rd year. Deceased had been ill for some time. He was a carpenter by trade and lived in Ayr in his younger days. He is survived by six children. His wife predeceased him about two years. Mr. John Findlater, North Dumfries, is a brother, while Messrs. Lyon Findlater and J. A. Manson of the same township are nephews and Miss Bessie Manson, a niece. The gentlemen above named attended the funeral on Sunday.

Ayr News - 5 May 1921, page 1

William married Janet Cavers 9 Dec 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Janet (daughter of Adam Cavers and Janet Clark) was born 14 Nov 1836, Hobkirk, , Roxburgh, Scotland; was christened 28 Dec 1836, Hobkirk, , Roxburgh, Scotland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

William married Janet Cavers Dec 1864. Janet was born 1837, , Scotland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72776
• Immigration: 1843, , Ontario, Canada
• Immigration: 1845, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mason
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. 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:

Oldest Resident Passes - The oldest resident of North Dumfries Township passed away on Friday afternoon in the person of John Findlater, Con. 7, in his 92nd year. He was born in New York City and came to North Dumfries with his parents when a lad of 5. He was a stonemason by trade but later took up farming. Deceased was the last of a family of ten, and at the time of his demise was living on the old homestead. He was a member of Knox United church. Besides his widow, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Harvey, he is survived by 2 sons and 1 daughter, viz.: Mrs. Robt. Brown, North Dumfries; Joseph, Toronto and John, at home. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon to Ayr cemetery and was largely attended by many old friends and neighbor, by whom deceased was held in high esteem.

The Ayr News No 15 2918 pg 1

John married Elizabeth Harvey 2 Sep 1895, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth was born 20 Jul 1856, , Ontario, Canada; died 20 Jan 1946; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-29106P

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/156435940
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251266
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian

Alexander married Mary Pipe 11 Jan 1867, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of James Pipe and Susan Howlett) was born 1843, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1877; was buried , McIntosh United Cemetery, McIntosh, Bruce Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jane Sarah Renwick
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-114031
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1866, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Jane married John Renwick 11 Apr 1866, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John (son of Walter Renwick and Margaret Preston) was born 27 Jul 1840, Jedburgh, Roxburgh, Scotland; was christened 2 Oct 1840, Jedburgh, Roxburgh, Scotland; died 15 Nov 1928, Howick Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , McIntosh UC Cemetery, Carrick Township, Bruce Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Elisabeth Pipe
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251277
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian

Elisabeth married David Pipe 30 Mar 1870, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. David (son of James Pipe and Susan Howlett) was born 30 Jun 1840, , Ontario, Canada; died 24 Apr 1919, Londesboro, Hullett Twp., Huron Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-114210
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Son
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1914, , Missouri, USA
• Residence: 1919, Desloge, St. Francois, Missouri, United States

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-114211
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1914, , Nebraska, USA
• Residence: 1919, Grant, Perkins, Nebraska, United States

Notes:

Demise of Robt. H. Manson

Passes away while en route to Ayr on a visit - The community was startled and grieved on Monday to learn of the death of Robert H. Manson of Grant, Nebraska, brother of our esteemed citizen, Mr. John A. Manson. About a month ago the deceased started on a motoring trip to Ayr, accompanied by his wife and daughter. On reaching Davenport, Iowa, where they visited with some friends for a few days, Mr. Manson was suddenly taken ill and had to be removed to the hospital, where he died on Sunday morning. The body was sent on to Ayr, arriving here by C. P. R. on Monday afternoon, accompanied by the family, also a brother, Mr. Wm. G. Manson of Deloge, Missouri, and Mr. and Mrs. C. Johns of Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Manson, who was in his 52nd year, was born, on the homestead near Ayr and went west some 30 years since, where he engaged in railroad work for a while, but was latterly in the service of a bank, and had visited here on several occasions in recent years, He was twice married, his first wife being Polly Johns of Ayr, who died at Grant, Neb., a few years later, and whose remains lie in the cemetery there. The present Mrs. Manson was a Mrs. Logan, residing in the west. The family started east on a joyous holiday trip, but the return home will naturally be saddened by the absence of the head of the family, once more illustrating the truth of the axiom ''Man proposes, God disposes." Three brothers and a sister survive. They are: John A., and Miss Bessie, Ayr, Wm. G., Deloge, Mo., and A. Lyon, San Barnardino, Can. Interment was made in the Ayr cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, the funeral taking pace from the old homestead, lot 33, con. 7, North Dumfries, and the service being conducted by Rev. J. J. Brown. The pallbearers were old neighbors and boyhood associates, viz. Messrs. John Cochrane, R. Morton, Jas. W. Hall, Geo. Guthrie, Arch. G. Watson and J. W. Henderson.

The Ayr News Jul 24 1919 pg 1

Robert married Mary Ann Amelia Johns 25 Apr 1899, , Middlesex Co., Ontario, Canada. Mary was born 23 May 1871, Dawlish, , Devonshire, England; died 21 Dec 1906, Omaha, Douglas, Nebraska, USA; was buried 24 Dec 1906, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Bessie J. Manson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-114212
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Elizabeth J. Manson Passes

A lifelong resident of this community, Miss Elizabeth J. (Bessie) Manson passed away on Friday in St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, where she had been confined recently. She was in her 96th year. Miss Manson was born on the Manson homestead in North Dumfries Township, just south of Ayr, a daughter of Henry Manson and his wife, Margaret Findlater. During her lifetime, she was a valued member of Knox United Church and various church organizations.

The Funeral

Funeral service was held on Monday at the home of her brother, John A. Manson, Ayr, the lone survivor. Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan officiated and interment was made in Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were: George Gillespie, Ernest Cochrane, J. Morton Guthrie, Peter Gourlay, Roy Findlater and Stuart Strachan.

The Ayr News Sep 17 1964 pg 2

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• Name: Lyon Manson
• Occupation: Phoenix, British Columbia; well driller
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-114215
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Interesting: life story
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72766P
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• 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; Prebyterian
• Residence: 1914, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 23, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1925, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer

Notes:

John A. Manson Passes In His 95th Year - Ayr's oldest resident, John A. Manson, passed away in South Waterloo Memorial Hospital, Galt, on Friday evening, after a very brief illness. He was 94. Mr. Manson, who would have been 95 in April, was a lifelong resident of Ayr and district. A son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Manson, he was born on the family homestead, now the George Gillespie farm, just south of Ayr. Mr. Manson's parents cleared the land and in 1932, the family celebrated the 100th anniversary of the farm. Mr. Manson married the former Ethel Anderson, and the couple farmed the land until moving to Ayr 25 years ago. Mrs. Manson's parents were the late Mr. and Mrs. John Anderson of Ayr. Mr. Anderson operated a blacksmith business in the village from the present Ayr Auto Body building, which he built. He also built the house on the corner of Stanley and St. Andrews Streets where the Manson's lived. Mr. Manson was a director of the Ayr Cemetery Company since 1933 and the president since 1944. He was a member of the former Stanley Street Presbyterian Church in Ayr. As well as being predeceased by his wife, his sister and only other relative, Miss Bessie Manson, passed away several years ago. Funeral service was conducted from the Manson home by Rev. Dr. David Gowdy of Central Presbyterian Church, Galt, on Monday afternoon. Interment followed in the Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were George Gillespie, Hugh Gillespie, Cameron Edgar, Robert Lovett and G. S. Dalrymple, all of Ayr and district, and Robert Anderson, Toronto.

The Ayr News Jan 23 1969 pg 1

John married Ethel Anderson 25 Nov 1925, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Ethel (daughter of John Anderson and Barbara A. Lambert) was born 5 Jul 1882, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 7 Sep 1962, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried 10 Sep 1962, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Elected Office: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Reeve - Ayr
• Interesting: story, public service, politics
• Public Service: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; cemetery board
• Public Service: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; school board
• Name: Lyon Findlater
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339390
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Ayr Reeve Dies Suddenly - Shocked and almost unbelieving, the citizens of Ayr learned Saturday morning of the death of their reeve, Lyon Findlater, 70, who succumbed to a heart attack during the night. One of the village's most popular figures, Mr. Findlater had been busy on Friday supervising road work, and later in the afternoon tending the Ayr Cemetery. While at this task he became ill and returned home. Late in the night his condition became acute and he passed away about 1: 30 a.m. Saturday. There had been no previous indication of ill health for Mr. Findlater, who had sat at the head of the council table only four days previous discussing village affairs in which he anticipated, taking an active part. Native of North Dumfries Mr. Findlater was born in North Dumfries, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Findlater. He was married 43 years ago to the former Mamie Birley, who survives. For many years he farmed on the Wrigley's. Road, before coming to Ayr eight years ago

Served on School Board

While in the township Mr. Findlater showed a deep interest in community affairs, for which he found an outlet by serving on the Wrigley's school board. He was also secretary-treasurer of the former Township School Area No. 2. For many years he was superintendent of the Ayr-Wrigley's county road.

Third Term as Reeve

Upon removal to Ayr, Mr. Findlater accepted nomination to Ayr Council, and served continuously until his death. He was filling the reeve's chair for his third term this year.

Admirable Approach to Council Work

Mr. Findlater approached his municipal duties with a frank and unbiased attitude. His opinions were always openly stated, but he was a willing listener to the views of his colleagues and the ratepayers. One of his outstanding characteristics was his innate kindliness. In all his years on council he was never known to be vindictive or unfair. Any necessary unpleasant decisions he was forced to make were always softened with a smile.

Cemetery Board Official

Mr. Findlater had been the efficient secretary-treasurer of the Ayr Cemetery Company and cemetery caretaker for several years.

Socially Active

Socially, he was a valued member of the Ayr curling and bowling clubs and of Ayr Masonic Lodge. He seldom missed, a euchre party or other entertainments sponsored by local organizations. - Supporter of Hockey - Mr. Findlater was an ardent hockey fan, and in his capacity as reeve and Community Centre Board chairman he always gave favorable consideration to requests of the Ayr clubs. Whenever a hockey playoff game fell on a council meeting night he pushed the business with alacrity to permit his attendance at part of the contest. Politically, Mr. Findlater had Liberal views and was an official of the constituency association. He was a faithful member of Knox United Church.

The. Survivors

Surviving, besides his wife, are a daughter, Mrs. Henry Fetter (Mary), Ayr, and a brother, Roy, of Galt. Five grandchildren also survive.

The Funeral

The largely attended funeral was held from Knox United Church on Tuesday, the service being conducted by Rev. R. D. Thompson. The profusion of floral tributes bore mute testimony of the esteem of his many friends. Interment was made in Ayr Cemetery. The pallbearers were: A. Erb Clark, John H. Dance, G. S. Dalrymple, Warren Vincent, Erie Sharp and M. E. Smith. Honorary pallbearers were: J. S. Knapp, James Johannes, Warden Herbert Schnarr, David Herriot, Floyd Becker and R. G. Ford. Prior to the service, senior pupils of Ayr Public School filed past the casket.

Masonic Service

On Sunday evening a service under the auspices of Ayr Masonic Lodge was held at Little's Funeral Home, Galt.

The Ayr News Jun 13 1957 pg 1

William married Mary "Mamie" Kathleen Birley 17 Jun 1914, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Charles Henry Birley and Kathleen Gibson) was born 31 Jan 1887, Burford, Burford Twp., Brant Co., Ontario; died 7 Nov 1967, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 9 Nov 1967, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-123000

Notes:

Died, In Ayr, on Tuesday, August 14, at 10.15 P.M., Elsie Ruby May, Infant Daughter of Robert and Marian Findlater, Aged 6 months, 29 days. The Funeral will take place on Thursday, 16th inst., at 2 p.m., from her father's residence, Colquhoun Street, to the Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited. Ayr, August 15, 1888^.1a

1aWaterloo Historical Society Death Notices Collection - photocopies

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• Name: R. Roy R. Findlater
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73004
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Robert — Emmelyne E.. Emmelyne was born 1893; died 1982; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430277
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430278
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430279
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430280
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Name: Bessie Findlater
• Name: Elizabeth Harvey "Bessie" Brown
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72778
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1922, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Mrs. Robert Brown

The death occurred in Willett Hospital, Paris, on Thursday, February 27th, of Mrs. Robert J. Brown, South Dumfries Township, in her 52nd year. Mrs. Brown, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Findlater, was born on the homestead farm in North Dumfries Township, now occupied by her brother John, being the daughter of the late Elizabeth Harvey and John Findlater. She spent all of her life in this vicinity. Besides her husband, she leaves to mourn her loss, three sons: Robert, John and Harvey, and four daughters, Elspeth, Mary, Margaret and Catherine, all at home. Also surviving are two brothers, John Findlater, North Dumfries, and Joseph Findlater, Toronto. - The Funeral - The funeral was held from the Cumming's Funeral Home, Paris, on Saturday afternoon to Ayr Cemetery. Rev. J. Heslop of St. Paul's United Church, Paris, conducted the services, and the pallbearers were: Lyon Findlater, Clifford Faus, J. Marshall Gillies, William Perriman, Reginald Hyndman and Charles Jarvis.

The Ayr News Mar 6 1947 pg 12

Elizabeth married Robert John Brown 4 Dec 1922, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Robert (son of James Brown and Isabella Smith) was born 10 Apr 1884, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 3 Apr 1951, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada; was buried 6 Apr 1951, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72779P
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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John H. Findlater A retired Ayr area farmer John Harvey Findlater passed away at Park Lane Nursing Home. Paris, on Tuesday. March 29th. He was in his 91st year. Born on the townline, RR 3, Ayr. he was a son of the late John Findlater and Elizabeth Harvey. He Farmed all his life until retiring to Ayr and residing with a nephew, Bruce Findlater. Water Street. About live years ago he moved to Paris Predeceased by a sister Mrs. Robert J. (Bessie) Brown and a brother Joseph. Ile is survived by eight nieces and nephews. Rested at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home. Paris. where funeral service was held Friday Interment in Ayr Cemetery


The Ayr News Apr 6 1988 pg 11

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-72780
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-144240

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• Name: Mary K. Fetter
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341225
• Residence: 1957, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Mary — Henry "Joe" Fetter. Henry (son of Henry Fetter and Laura Pagett) was born 1930, , Ontario, Canada; died 8 Nov 2008, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-44834

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BROWN, Robert F. - At Cambridge Memorial Hospital, on Thursday, May 8, 2008, Robert F. Brown of RR 2, Paris, in his 83rd year, husband of Margaret (Peggy) Forsyth; father of Shirley (the late Bill) McLaughlin, Doug (Leslie) Brown, Sheila (Neil) Beaton, Dianne (Fred) Stewart and Sandra Brown (Frank Willimsen); also sadly missed by 14 grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Brown; sisters, Elspeth (Art) Sowden, Mary Dickens and Catherine (Norm) Murphy; brother-in-law, Ab Gignac, and sisters-in-law, Lois and Dorothy Brown. Predeceased by son, David; sister, Marg Gignac and brothers, Jack and Harvey Brown. From Browndale Farm north of Paris, Bob built a world wide reputation for his breeding and judging of Holsteins. Along the way there were many personal achievements, most notably 2 Master Breeder shields, the Curtiss Clark Achievement Award at the 1988 Royal Winter Fair and the Klussendorf Trophy at the 1993 World Dairy Expo. Friends will be received at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home , 184 Grand River Street North, Paris on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Monday, May 12 at 1 p.m. Interment Ayr Cemetery. Donations in Bob's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the charity of your choice. Online condolences or donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting Wm. KIPP 519-442-3061.

The Waterloo Region Record May 10 2008

Robert — Margaret "Peggy" Forsyth. Margaret was born 12 Jul 1926. [Group Sheet]

Robert — Margaret "Peggy" Forsyth. Margaret was born 12 Jul 1926; died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338357

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John S. Brown - John Smith (Jack) Brown of Ayr passed away at Lisaard House, Cambridge on Monday, August 27, 2001 in the presence of his loving wife, children, sisters and brother. Beloved husband of Lois (Wilkin), loving father to Sharon (Steve) Brown of Cambridge, Bonnie (Dave) Chapman of Ayr, Wendy (Dale) Benson of Ayr, Greg (Mary Jane) of Paris, Larry (Karen) of Ayr and Chris (Jennifer) of Ayr. Spectacular grandfather of, Michael, Traci, Jennifer, Angela, Mark, Jonathon, Dana, Elizabeth, Ryan, Fiona, Chris, Tyler, Trent, Jordan, Daniel and Curtis and great-grandfather to Julia and Matthew. Jack was born May 3, 1928 in North Dumfries Township and grew up, on what is now, the R. F. Brown farm at RR 2, Paris. He was the second son of Robert and Bessie (Findlater) Brown and a special brother to Elspeth (Art) Sowden of Paris, Robert (Peggy) Brown of Paris, Mary Dicken of Cambridge, Marg (Ab) Gignac of Cambridge and Cathy (Norm) Murphy of Cambridge. Loving son-in-law of Ruby and the late William Wilkin, of Little Current, Jack was also a wonderful brother-in-law to Bert Anne) Wilkin of Elliot Lake, Glenda (John) Hodder of Little Current, and Dorothy Brown of Washington. Predeceased by a brother Harvey Brown. Growing up Jack was active in many local sport leagues including hockey and ball and continued to enjoy these sports well into adulthood adding golf, euchre, bridge and fishing to his cadre of skills. Jack was a partner for 22 years with Dalrymple Insurance Brokers, Ayr, retiring in 1988. Upon retirement he and Lois, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in April, 2001, divided their time between homes in Destin, Florida, Little Current and Ayr, Ontario making lifelong friends in each location. Resting at Ayr Chapel, Wm. Kipp Funeral Home. Visitation today (Wed.) 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Knox United Church, Ayr on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Interment Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Aug 29 2001 pg 15

John — Lors Marie Wilkin. Lors was born 1931; died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Business: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Dalrymple Insurance Brokers
• Name: Harvey Brown
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-342034

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Harvey Brown

Harvey Brown, aged 55 years, of RR 4, Bright (Washington) passed away at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener on Tuesday, September 10th, 1985. Born September 2, 1930 in South Dumfries, he was a son of the late Robert J. Brown and the former Elizabeth (Bessie) Findlater. Mr. Brown was a partner in Dalrymple Insurance Brokers in Ayr and prior to this was an employee of Carborundum Abrasives (Canada Sand Papers) in Plattsville for 26 years. He was actively involved in ball hockey and curling in the area and was chairman of the Plattsville Arena Board when the new arena was constructed in 1976. He was a former Blandford-Blenheim Township councillor. A member of Washington United Church, he served in several capacities in both Church and Sunday School. Beloved husband of the former Dorothy Simpson; he is lovingly remembered by his children, Brenda and her husband Rick Arnott of Woodstock, Brian Brown and his wife Valerie of Haysville, Gwen and her husband Stephen Oakes of Dundalk, Brad Brown and his wife Rietta of Calgary, Alberta. Loving grandfather of Danielle and Tamara Arnott and Amanda and Kristen Brown. Also surviving are two brothers, Robert F. of RR 2, Paris and John S. of Ayr; four sisters, Mrs. Arthur (Elspeth) Sowden of Paris, Mrs. Mary Dicken, Mrs. Albert (Margaret) Gignac and Mrs. Norman (Cathy) Murphy, all of Cambridge. Friends and relatives were received at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, New Hamburg, until Saturday when transfer was made to Washington United Church were a service was held with Rev. Gary Boratto officiating. Interment in Ayr cemetery. Pallbearers were Larry Brown, Chris Brown, Dave Chapman, Randy Simpson and Scott Simpson, all nephews and Robert Stanlake. Flower bearers were Wally Bourne, Frank Stott, Armin Kowitz and. Elmer Baer.

The Ayr News Sep 18 1985 pg 11

William — Dorothy Madeline Simpson. Dorothy was born 7 Jul 1933; died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]