1822 - 1913 (91 years)
Generation: 1
1. | Henry William Lewis "William" Peterson was born 6 Apr 1822, , Somerset Co, , Pennsylvania; died 20 Aug 1913, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/95190379
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/95190379
- Interesting: story, military, pioneer
- Name: H. W. Peterson
- Name: William Peterson
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-26909
- Immigration: 1826
- Birth: 6 Mar 1832
- Immigration: 1834, , Canada
- Residence: 1847, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
- Occupation: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Occupation: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
- Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Occupation: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
- Retired: 1901, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
- Occupation: 1911, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
- Residence: 1911, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheran
Notes:
The Late Henry W. Peterson of Hawkesville
There passed away on Thursday, August 20th, 1913, a familiar figure and one of the few remaining pioneer settlers of the County of Waterloo, in the person of Henry William Peterson, of Hawkesville, in his 92nd year. The deceased was born in Somerset County, Pa., March 6th, 1822, the son of Charles Lewis Peterson and Theresa Boyer, of Baltimore, Md. He, with his parents, came to Upper Canada in 1826 and settled in Markham Township, County of York. IN 1839 they removed to a farm about one mile from St. Jacobs and about five years afterwards settled on the homestead property on the Conestogo River, Tp. of Woolwich, now known as the DeKay Farm. In 1894 the deceased retired from active farming operations and made his residence in Hawkesville up to the time of his death.
The late Mr. Peterson was a man of strong character, cheerful disposition and artistic taste. He was a great believer in making the home life of a farm as attractive as that of the city to which the delightful surroundings of his own late farm today testify. He also took a great interest in the breeding of horses and other stock being among the first to import thoroughbred stock into the County. He took a keen interest in all public matters and always wished to hear all sides of a question before forming his opinion. His political proclivities were Liberal and in religion he was a member of the Church of the United Brethren. He often recounted the stirring events of the Rebellion of 1837 in the vicinity of Toronto and retained his mentality to the last.
The deceased was married to Fanny Bristow who predeceased him in 1893 leaving his surviving children, Alexander, Ex-Warden of Waterloo County; James, of Dundalk, Ont.; Hannah, at home; John, of Grenfell, Sask.; Henry, of St. Jacobs; Charlotte, now Mrs. Clemens D. Bowman, of West Montrose; and Charles, of Hamilton, Ont. The interment took place at Hawkesville on Saturday, the 23rd instant, in presence of a large concourse of friends and relatives. The religious services were conducted by Rev. John Lynn, Berlin, and Rev. L. Thoms, of Hawkesville. The pall-bearers were, Howard Bowman, Leslie, William, Gordon, Clayton, and Birrell Peterson, all grandsons of the deceased.
Elmira Signet Aug 28 1913 pg 3
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Fanny Bristow b. 12 Nov 1827 Shipley, Sussex
m. 23 Mar 1847 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
d. 20 Oct 1893 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Henry William Lewis Peterson b. 6 Mar 1822 ?, Pennsylvania
d. 20 Aug 1913, Hawkesville, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Alexander Peterson b. 12 Dec 1847 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Elizabeth Snider m. 21 Nov 1871 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
6 known children d. 8 Sep 1920 St Jacobs, Waterloo Co, Ontario
James Albert Peterson b. 18 Sep 1849 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Ann Joyner m. 25 Oct 1875 Kingston, Frontenac Co, Ontario
6 known children d. 23 Dec 1941 Beamsville, Lincoln Co, Ontario
Hannah Lavinia Peterson b. 20 Mar 1852 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
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d. 19 Mar 1922 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
John E Peterson b. 26 Apr 1856 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Lucy C Hill m. 1 10 Jan 1882 Sutton, York Co, Ontario
no known children
Lizzie Thompson m. 2 @ 1904 Saskatchewan, Canada
1 known child d. ? likely Saskatchewan
Henry Peterson b. 25 Nov 1859 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Agnes Winn m. 14 Feb 1882 Hawkesville, Waterloo Co, Ontario
6 known children d. ?
Charlotte A Peterson b. 6 Aug 1863 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Clemens D Bowman m. 4 Oct 1882 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
9 known children d. 3 Feb 1941 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Charles Edward Peterson b. 4 Jul 1865 Woolwich Twp, Waterloo Co, Ontario
Jean (Jennie) McCulloch m. 20 Aug 1897 Hawkesville, Waterloo Co, Ontario
1 known child d. 1943?
From: Roger Miller
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In Memoriam Died At Hawkesville Wednesday, August 20th, 1913 H. W. Peterson Aged 91 years, 5 months and 14 days The Funeral will be held from his late residence on Saturday afternon, August 23rd, at 2 o'clock, to Hawkesville Cemetery for interment. Friends and acquaintances please accept this intimation.
Funeral Card
Henry married Fanny Bristow 23 Mar 1847, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Fanny (daughter of Edward Bristow and Hannah Streeter) was born 20 Nov 1827, Shipley, Sussex, England; died 20 Oct 1893, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 2. Alexander S. Peterson was born 12 Dec 1847, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Sep 1920, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 3. James Albert Peterson was born 18 Sep 1849, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Dec 1941, Beamsville, Lincoln Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 4. Hannah Lavina Peterson was born 1 Mar 1852, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 19 Mar 1922, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 5. John E. Peterson was born 26 Apr 1856, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 6. Henry William Peterson was born 25 Dec 1859, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 7. Charlotte Alice "Lottie" Peterson was born 6 Aug 1863, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 3 Feb 1941, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 8. Charles Peterson was born 1865, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 9. Sydney Bristow was born 1869, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
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Generation: 2
2. | Alexander S. Peterson (1.Henry1) was born 12 Dec 1847, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Sep 1920, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/183163408
- Eby ID Number: 00106-5896.1
- Occupation: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
- Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Occupation: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Elected Office: 1903, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Warden for the County of Waterloo
- Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheran
Notes:
In Loving Memory Died At St. Jacobs, on Wednesday, Sept. 8th, 1920 Alexander Peterson Aged 72 years, 8 months and 27 days. The Funeral Will be held from his late home in St. Jacobs on Saturday, Sept. 11th, at 2 o'clock p.m., to the Presbyterian Church, Hawkesville, for service and thence to cemetery for interment Friends and acquaintances please accept this intimation.
Funeral Card
Alexander married Elizabeth Snider 21 Nov 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of Jacob C. Snider and Anna "Nancy" Bricker) was born 2 May 1850, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 27 Sep 1913, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 10. Clayton Peterson was born 1872, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1874; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 11. William Henry Peterson was born 1873, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 12. Charles Leslie Peterson was born 1875, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 13. Anna Florence Peterson was born 6 Jan 1878, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 14. Fanny Maude "Maude" Peterson was born 28 Apr 1881, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1969; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 15. John Gordon Peterson was born 18 Apr 1884, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 16. Elizabeth Dellow was born Nov 1893, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
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3. | James Albert Peterson (1.Henry1) was born 18 Sep 1849, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Dec 1941, Beamsville, Lincoln Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/216994608
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127556
- Occupation: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
- Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Residence: 1913, Dundalk, Melancthon Twp., Grey Co., Ontario
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4. | Hannah Lavina Peterson (1.Henry1) was born 1 Mar 1852, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 19 Mar 1922, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/95190532
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127557
- Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
- Residence: 1911, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheran
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
Notes:
In Loving Memory Died At West Montrose, Sunday, March 19th, 1922 Hannah Peterson In her 70th year. The Funeral Will be held on Wednesday, March 22nd at 1 p.m. from the residence of C.D. Bowman, thence to the Hawkesville Prebyterian Church for service, and cemetery for burial. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation
Funeral Card
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5. | John E. Peterson (1.Henry1) was born 26 Apr 1856, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127558
- Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Residence: 1913, Grenfell, , Saskatchewan, Canada
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6. | Henry William Peterson (1.Henry1) was born 25 Dec 1859, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-49681
- Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Church of England
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Residence: 1882, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
- Occupation: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
- Occupation: 1901, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
- Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Drover
- Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Association
Henry married Agnes Winn 14 Feb 1882, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Agnes (daughter of Stephen Howard Winn and Elizabeth Ann Hawke) was born 15 Oct 1860, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 13 Feb 1920, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 17. William M. Peterson was born 8 Apr 1883, , Ontario, Canada; died 18 Jul 1901, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 18. Fannie Robertson Peterson was born 1 Mar 1886, Peel Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; died 19 Mar 1886, Peel Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada.
- 19. Clayton Peterson was born 30 Dec 1888, , Ontario, Canada; died 1977; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 20. Burrell W. Peterson was born 16 Sep 1899, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 21. Lorne Peterson was born Feb 1903, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
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7. | Charlotte Alice "Lottie" Peterson (1.Henry1) was born 6 Aug 1863, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 3 Feb 1941, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/19866418
- Name: Charlotte Alice "Lottie" Bowman
- Eby ID Number: 00002-212.1
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Residence: 1882, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
Notes:
MRS. C. D. BOWMAN
On Monday, Feb. 3, there passed away at her home, one mile north of West Montrose, Charlotte A. Peterson, in her 78th year, beloved wife of C. D. Bowman. Mrs. Bowman was born in 1863 in the Township of Woolwich, near Hawkesville, the daughter of Henry W. Peterson and Fanny Bristow. She was married on Oct. 4, 1882 and settled on the farm where she resided until the time of her death.
There were nine children born of this union, two of whom, Hugh and George predeceased her. She leaves to mourn her beloved husband, two sons, Edgar P. of Guelph and Howard of Arias, five daughters, Mrs. William Whitehead and Mrs. Wesley Howlett of West Montrose, Mrs. M. Jacobini of Hays, Kansas, Mrs. Joseph Sobye of Beamsville and Mrs. Fred Black of Kitchener. Three of her brothers, James, Henry and Charles Peterson, also survive her.
Mrs. Bowman was an active member of the United church at West Montrose and was a regular attendant of the church and Sunday School where she taught for a number of years. She was also an active worker in the Women's Missionary Society. Her kindly interest as a friend and neighbor will be greatly missed in the community.
The funeral will be held on Friday afternoon, Feb. 7, with a short service at her late residence at 2.30 p.m., standard time, thence to the United church at West Montrose for service. Burial will be made in the West Montrose cemetery. The remains are resting at her late home.
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MRS. CLEMENT BOWMAN By Record Correspondent
WEST MONTROSE. Feb. 4. Ill for some time, Mrs. Clement Bowman, 77, died yesterday afternoon at her home here. Born at Hawkesville, she was the former Charlotte Peterson. Deceased was married 58 years ago and was a member of West Montrose United church and Women's Missionary Society.
Surviving are her husband, two sons, Howard of Ariss and Edgar of Guelph, five daughters, Mrs. M. Jacobime of Kansas, Mrs. Joseph Sobye of Beamsville, Mrs. Fred Black of Kitchener, Mrs. Wesley Howlett and Mrs. William Whitehead, both of West Montrose, three brothers, Charles Peterson of Hamilton, James Peterson of Beamsville and Henry Peterson of Toronto and three grandchildren. for some time Mrs. Clement Bow-[sic]
The funeral will be held Friday with a short service at her residence at 2.30 p.m. EST, followed by service at West Montrose United church. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. A. W. Fosbuary will conduct the services. Remains will rest at Dreisinger's Funeral Chapel, Elmira, until Wednesday morning when they will be removed to her residence.
Kitchener Daily Record 04 Feb 1941, Tue Page 13
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In Memoriam Passed Away At her home near West Montrose, Ontario, on Monday, February 3rd, 1941 Charlotte A. Peterson Beloved wife of C.D. Bowman In her 78th year. The Funeral Will take place from her late residence on Friday, February 7th, at 2.30 p.m. Standard Time. Short service at the home, thence to the West Montrose United Church for service and interment. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.
Funeral Card
Charlotte married Clemens Derstine Bowman 4 Oct 1882, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Clemens (son of Noah S. Bowman and Lydia Ann Clemens) was born 6 Apr 1857, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 13 Dec 1951, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 22. Lieutenant Edgar Peterson Bowman was born 29 Sep 1883, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Apr 1964, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada.
- 23. Edith Lynn Bowman was born 2 Jul 1885, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 24. Hilda F. Bowman was born 29 Aug 1887, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1971; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 25. Lida Bowman was born 1889, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 26. Fannie Lida "Lida" Bowman was born 10 Feb 1890, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Nov 1990; was buried , Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays, Ellis, Kansas, United States.
- 27. Ina Estella Bowman was born 21 Aug 1894, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1986; was buried , Mount Osborne Cemetery, Beamsville, Clinton Twp., Lincoln Co., Ontario.
- 28. Charles Howard Bowman was born 18 Aug 1896, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 29. George William Gladstone Bowman was born 4 Jul 1898, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Jul 1918, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 30. Hugh Noah Bowman was born 4 Jul 1898; died 25 Jul 1899; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 31. Estella Bowman was born 1899, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 32. Ruth Bowman was born Oct 1906, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
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8. | Charles Peterson (1.Henry1) was born 1865, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127561
- Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren
- Occupation: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Civil Engineer
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
- Residence: 1913, Hamilton, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada
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9. | Sydney Bristow (1.Henry1) was born 1869, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-115321
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Generation: 3
10. | Clayton Peterson (2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 1872, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1874; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/183163410
- Eby ID Number: 00106-5896.2
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11. | William Henry Peterson (2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 1873, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: 00106-5896.3
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
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12. | Charles Leslie Peterson (2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 1875, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Name: Leslie Charles Peterson
- Eby ID Number: 00106-5896.4
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
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13. | Anna Florence Peterson (2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 6 Jan 1878, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Name: Anna Florence Heist
- Eby ID Number: 00106-5896.5
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
Anna married William E. Heist 20 Jan 1904, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. William (son of John Heist and Barbara) was born 1875, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]
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14. | Fanny Maude "Maude" Peterson (2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 28 Apr 1881, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1969; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/219085870
- Name: Fanny Maude "Maude" Lackner
- Name: Fanny Maude "Maude" Lehnen
- Name: Maud Peterson
- Eby ID Number: 00106-5896.6
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Occupation: 1902, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; House Maid
- Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
Fanny married Emanuel Lackner 24 Oct 1914, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Emanuel (son of Gammaliel "Gam" Lackner and Otilda D. Dalke) was born 12 Jul 1881, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 24 Jan 1943, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Fanny married Fritz Emil "Emil" Lehnen 15 Jan 1902, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Fritz (son of Gottfried Lehnen and Elizabeth Knarr) was born 24 Apr 1871, Hawkesville, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was christened 1 Oct 1876, Church Of New Jerusalem, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 May 1909; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 33. Lorraine Lehnen was born 5 Oct 1902, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1992; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
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Fanny — Emanuel Lackner. Emanuel was born 1881; died 1942; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
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15. | John Gordon Peterson (2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 18 Apr 1884, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Name: Gordon Peterson
- Eby ID Number: 00106-5896.7
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
- Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
- Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheran
- Occupation: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; ?
- Residence: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
John married Ellen May Beck 28 Oct 1914, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. Ellen was born 1887, Gaspe, , Quebec; died 3 Dec 1917, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 35. Marjorie Peterson was born 1915, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 36. Gordon Peterson was born 1917, , Ontario, Canada.
- 37. Clifton Peterson was born 1917, , Ontario, Canada.
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16. | Elizabeth Dellow (2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born Nov 1893, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-168935
- Adopted: Bef 1911
- Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheran
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17. | William M. Peterson (6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born 8 Apr 1883, , Ontario, Canada; died 18 Jul 1901, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-49683
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
- Occupation: 1901, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer Son
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18. | Fannie Robertson Peterson (6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born 1 Mar 1886, Peel Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; died 19 Mar 1886, Peel Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-215247
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19. | Clayton Peterson (6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born 30 Dec 1888, , Ontario, Canada; died 1977; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Business: Peterson Coal Company
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-49684
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
- Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Livery
- Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Association
- Occupation: 1912, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; liverman
- Residence: 1933, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
Clayton married Leona Gilles 24 Jun 1912, Conestogo, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Leona (daughter of Henry Gilles and Appolona "Ablona" Schaefer) was born 3 Sep 1888, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1980; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 38. Ruby Mae Peterson was born 29 Mar 1913, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 2003; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
- 39. Lelah Peterson was born 1914, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 40. Gilles Peterson was born 11 Nov 1923, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Sep 2016, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada.
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20. | Burrell W. Peterson (6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born 16 Sep 1899, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-49685
- Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Association
Burrell married Ruth Sass 24 Apr 1920, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Ruth (daughter of William Theodore Sass and Ruth Ella Hagey) was born 19 Jul 1897, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1984, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
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21. | Lorne Peterson (6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born Feb 1903, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-169239
- Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Association
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22. | Lieutenant Edgar Peterson Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 29 Sep 1883, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Apr 1964, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/218003993
- Military: WW1 - 256th Battalion / 10th Battalion
- Residence: West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
- Residence: West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
- Eby ID Number: 00002-212.2
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
- Occupation: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Land Surveyor
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
- Military: 1914, WW1; WW1, Lieutenant, 256 overseas Railway Construction, Service #110071
- Military: 1914, WW1; WW1, Lieutenant. 256th Battalion / 10th Battalion
Notes:
BOWMAN, Edgar P., B.A. Sc. (Ontario and Dominion Land Surveyor)
At the Guelph General Hospital, on Tuesday, April 14, 1964. Edgar P. Bowman, in his 81st year; beloved husband of Christina MacArthur; dear father of Margaret, of Guelph; brother of Mrs. Edith Whitehead, of Kitchener; Mrs. Hilda Howlett, of Brantford, Mrs. Lida Jacobini, of Hays, Kansas; Mrs. J. J. Sobye (Stella), of Beamsville; Mrs. S. W. (Fred) Black (Ruth), of Guelph; and Howard of Ariss. Resting at The McIntyre and Wilkie Funeral Home 1 Delhi St., Guelph, where service will be held on Friday, April 17, at 2 p.m. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to The Canadian Bible Society or The Gideons.
The Ottawa Citizen (Ottawa, ON) on 15 Apr 1964
Edgar married Christena Adelaide McNaughton "Chris" McArthur 28 Aug 1923, Ottawa, Carleton Co., Ontario, Canada. Christena was born 18 Feb 1889, Athol, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, Ontario, Canada; died Apr 1971, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
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23. | Edith Lynn Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 2 Jul 1885, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Name: Edith Lynn Whitehead
- Eby ID Number: 00002-212.3
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
- Occupation: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestant
Edith — William Robert Whitehead. William was born 1877, , England; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 41. Helen Kathleen Whitehead was born 15 Oct 1914, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 Jun 1934.
- 42. Vincent Whitehead was born 1916, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown.
- 43. George Whitehead was born 1918, , Ontario, Canada.
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24. | Hilda F. Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 29 Aug 1887, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1971; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Name: Hilda F. Howlett
- Eby ID Number: 00002-212.4
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
Hilda married Wesley Howlett 17 Sep 1913, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Wesley (son of James Howlett and Anna Auman) was born 31 Mar 1886, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Nov 1953, Elora, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 44. Ralph Howlett
- 45. Dr. James Maurice "Maurice" Howlett was born 7 Apr 1916, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Aug 2006.
- 46. Rev. Floyd George Howlett was born 1920, , Ontario, Canada; died 28 Jun 2003, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.
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25. | Lida Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 1889, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-306556
- Occupation: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Teacher
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
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26. | Fannie Lida "Lida" Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 10 Feb 1890, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Nov 1990; was buried , Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays, Ellis, Kansas, United States. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/24394171
- Name: Lida Bowman
- Eby ID Number: 00002-212.5
- Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
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27. | Ina Estella Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 21 Aug 1894, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1986; was buried , Mount Osborne Cemetery, Beamsville, Clinton Twp., Lincoln Co., Ontario. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/218937361
- Name: Estella Bowman
- Name: Stella Bowman
- Eby ID Number: 00002-212.6
- Occupation: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Student
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
- Occupation: 1923, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Nurse
Ina married Joseph Sobye 28 Mar 1923, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Joseph (son of William Sobye and Elizabeth May Jackson) was born Jun 1895, , Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1967; was buried , Mount Osborne Cemetery, Beamsville, Clinton Twp., Lincoln Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]
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28. | Charles Howard Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 18 Aug 1896, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Military: WW1
- Name: Howard Bowman
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-24210
- Occupation: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Student
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
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29. | George William Gladstone Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 4 Jul 1898, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Jul 1918, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/29105611
- Eby ID Number: 00002-212.0001
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
- Misfortune: 1918; died from accident - horse
Notes:
George Bowman
After an illness of several weeks, resulting from an accident, the death of George Bowman, the 20-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Bowman, of West Montrose, occurred at the Guelph Hospital last Monday. Deceased was a bright young man who was well known in Elmira, where he attended High School during two terms. His genial disposition and his gentlemanly bearing made for him many friends, who will be grieved to hear of his demise. During the last term of his studies here he contracted rheumatism and was laid up with the disease for some time. Subsequently he was obliged to go south, where his condition improved so that he was allowed to return to his home. Shortly after his arrival at his home he was thrown off a horse onto a water trough, when he sustained an injury to his kidneys. Hemorrhages set in and in spite of the best medical attention, he succumbed to the injuries.
The funeral was held at 2:30 today (Thursday) at 2:30, to West Montrose Congregational church and Cemetery.
Elmira Signet Jul 18 1918
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30. | Hugh Noah Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 4 Jul 1898; died 25 Jul 1899; was buried , West Montrose United Cemetery, West Montrose, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/29105658
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-60982
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31. | Estella Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 1899, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-306557
- Occupation: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Nurse
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
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32. | Ruth Bowman (7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born Oct 1906, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-170924
- Residence: 1911, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
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33. | Lorraine Lehnen (14.Fanny3, 2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 5 Oct 1902, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1992; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/219085335
- Name: Lorraine Hasenflug
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-301561
- Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
- Residence: 1926, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
- Residence: 1938, 21 Betzner Ave., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
Lorraine married Frederick "Fred" Hasenflug 4 Sep 1926, Linwood, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Frederick (son of Johann Conrad "Conrad" Hasenpflug and Juliana Hohl) was born 1898, Milverton, Mornington Twp., Perth Co., Ontario; died 1959; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
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35. | Marjorie Peterson (15.John3, 2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 1915, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-305997
- Residence: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
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36. | Gordon Peterson (15.John3, 2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 1917, , Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-305998
- Residence: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
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37. | Clifton Peterson (15.John3, 2.Alexander2, 1.Henry1) was born 1917, , Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-305999
- Residence: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
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38. | Ruby Mae Peterson (19.Clayton3, 6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born 29 Mar 1913, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 2003; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Name: Ruby Mae Pauli
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-215242
Ruby married Alvin Jacob Pauli 28 Feb 1933, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Alvin (son of Michael Pauli and Anna M. Dietze) was born Sep 1904, Ellice Township, Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1984; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
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39. | Lelah Peterson (19.Clayton3, 6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born 1914, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-215245
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40. | Gilles Peterson (19.Clayton3, 6.Henry2, 1.Henry1) was born 11 Nov 1923, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Sep 2016, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Business: Peterson Coal Company
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-215246
- Residence: 1950, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
Gilles married Norma Berdux 12 Mar 1945. Norma (daughter of George Berdux and Lenora Margaretta Schmidt) was born 30 Apr 1925; died 10 Nov 2018, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]
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41. | Helen Kathleen Whitehead (23.Edith3, 7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 15 Oct 1914, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 Jun 1934. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-306389
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestant
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42. | Vincent Whitehead (23.Edith3, 7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 1916, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-306390
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestant
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43. | George Whitehead (23.Edith3, 7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 1918, , Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-306391
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestnt
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45. | Dr. James Maurice "Maurice" Howlett (24.Hilda3, 7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 7 Apr 1916, West Montrose, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Aug 2006. Other Events:
- Name: Maurice Howlett
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-314173
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
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46. | Rev. Floyd George Howlett (24.Hilda3, 7.Charlotte2, 1.Henry1) was born 1920, , Ontario, Canada; died 28 Jun 2003, Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Other Events:
- Eby ID Number: Waterloo-314174
- Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Congregational
Notes:
Life of the late Rev. Floyd Howlett celebrated 10 years after his death
Peterborough This Week
Thursday, July 18, 2013
On Friday night, many will be gathering at Millennium Park to celebrate the life of Rev. Floyd Howlett. The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Silver Bean Cafe.
It seems hard to believe that Rev. Howlett died a decade ago. He was a remarkable leader who always put social justice ahead of self interest. He was a champion for gay rights long before that cause became socially acceptable. He was a very vocal peace activist and one of the founders of the local Kawartha Ploughshares peace movement.
When some questioned who contemporary churches -- especially those professing to honour "The Prince of Peace" -- are not more prominent in speaking for this cause, Rev. Howlett explained that in the contemporary world many interests benefit from war and faith leaders who speak out strongly against it can jeopardize their employment and their future.
But that didn't stop Floyd, who was in the front lines at every rally against poverty, every rally for decent housing, every rally against injustice, every rally for peace and brotherhood. My most enduring image of him will always be watching him struggle over snow banks with his oxygen tank in tow when he was in the final months of his life but still always present at the weekly peace rallies at Confederation Park.
Rev. Howlett was not a loud dominating leader but his unwavering courageous support for what he saw as morally right and just will never be forgotten by those who knew and admired him. His wife and family and his many friends continue to work for the ideals he passionately advocated and upheld. His memory will endure as a local hero for peace and justice.
"Life Of The Late Rev. Floyd Howlett Celebrated 10 Years After His Death". 2021. Mykawartha.Com. https://www.mykawartha.com/news-story/3900266-life-of-the-late-rev-floyd-howlett-celebrated-10-years-after-his-death/.
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