Charlotte Bruce

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• Birth: , Aberdeenshire, Scotland
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• Name: Charlotte Bawtinhimer
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338901

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Charlotte was reported married first to a Mr. Griffin possible George. They may have had a daughter Lavinia Griffin - Robinson


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Another Pioneer Gone

This week we have to chronicle the passing of another old resident of this section in the person of Charlotte Bruce, beloved wife of the late Peter Bawtinhimer of lot 4,conc. 8, Blenheim, aged 82 years. The deceased died at Denver, Colorado, on March 7, where she had resided for the past 15 years with her daughter, Mrs. Jas. A. Wells. The body was shipped to Ayr for burial, arriving here by the early train on Monday. Next day, at 8 p.m., the funeral took place from the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. J. D. Guthrie, Northumberland St. Mrs. Bawtinhimer was born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and came to Canada at an early age, settling first at Glenmorris and afterwards on the homestead now occupied by her son Thomas, where she spent the greater part of her life and was esteemed and respected by a wide circle of friends, her husband predeceased her some 24 years. Besides the members of her family already named, a son (David) resides in Ancaster and was here attending the obsequies. Deceased was a consistent Methodist and the services were conducted by Rev. S. Card.

The Ayr News Mar 15 1906 pg 8

Charlotte — Peter Bawtinhimer. Peter was born CALC 16 Sep 1806, , Ontario, Canada; died 4 May 1882, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 8 May 1882, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338903

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• Name: Margaret Christina Guthrie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338904
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Mrs. J. D. Guthrie - The death occurred early Thursday morning of Mrs. John D. Guthrie following a stroke which she sustained about one week previous. Deceased, whose maiden name was Margaret C. Bawtinheimer, was born in Blenheim township and was a lifetime resident of this community, where she was widely acquainted and had many warm friends. The greater part of her married life was spent in this village. She was a faithful member of Knox United Church. She is survived by her sorrowing husband, one daughter, Otta, having died many years ago. She is also survived by one brother, David of Dundas, and two sisters, Mrs. Charlotte Wells, Denver, Col., and Mrs. Lavina Robinson, Chicago. The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon to the Ayr Cemetery and was largely attend by many old friends and relatives. The services were conducted by Rev. J. W. Currie, pastor of Knox United Church. The pallbearers were as follows: Peter Bawtinheimer, Hamilton; D. G. Bawtinheimer, Niagara Falls; George Bawtinheimer, Dundas; William ,Bawtinheimer, William Guthrie and Clare Guthrie, Ayr. Among those from a distance who attended the funeral were: Mrs. Jean Smith and Mrs. Fred. Smith, Guelph; Mrs. Christena Hammill and the De Vere family, Galt; Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Bawtinheimer, Niagara Falls; Mr. and Mrs. Peter Bawtinheimer, Hamilton; Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Bawtinheimer, Dundas; Mrs. McCormick, Dundas; G. A. Bawtinheimer, Dundas; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Coleman, Galt.

The Ayr News Oct 20 1932 pg 8

Margaret — John David Guthrie. John (son of David Guthrie and Catherine "Katie" Morton) was born 15 Jan 1853, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Feb 1938, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-199501
• Residence: 1906, Ancaster, Ancaster Twp., Wentworth Co., Ontario

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• Name: Thomas John Bawtinhimer
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338906
• 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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Thomas Bawtinheimer

Sudden Death of Well-known Blenheim Resident

The community was shocked to learn of the death at Galt Hospital on Sunday afternoon of Thomas Bawtinheimer, a life-long resident of this vicinity. Deceased, who resided about 3 miles west of Ayr, was taken suddenly ill early Sunday morning with an ailment of the bowels. He was removed to Galt Hospital later in the morning where it was decided that an operation was the only thing which might save his life. The trouble had advanced too far however for an operation to be effective and Mr. Bawtinheimer passed away at 3 o'clock p.m. Deceased, who was 65 years of age, was born on the farm on which he resided, and was well-known and esteemed by a wide acquaintanceship. He was a member of the former Methodist church here which he attended fairly regularly. Besides his wife, whose maiden name was Mary Jane Scott, of Ancaster, he is survived by one daughter, Blossom, of London, and on son, William, at home. Two sisters and two brothers also survive: Mrs. John D. Guthrie, Ayr; Mrs. Charlotte Wells, Denver, Col.; David Bawtinheimer, Dundas; and George Bawtinheimer, Harrisburg. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon to Ayr Cemetery with a large attendance. The pallbearers were: Messrs. George R. Black, David Rodger, Norman Morton, Andrew E. Laurie, A. Bawtinheimer and H. Fraser, with Rev. Mr. Watt conducting the services. Numerous beautiful floral offerings bore silent testimony to the high esteem in which deceased was held.

The Ayr News Jul 12 1928 pg 1

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Died/ In Blenheim Township, on Saturday, September 26, 1942, at 7 o'clock a.m./ Mary Jane Scott/ widow of Thomas Bawtinhimer,/ In her 79th year.// The Funeral/ Will take place from her late residence,/ Concession 10, Blenheim, on/ Tuesday, September 29th,/ at 2.30 p.m., to Ayr/ Cemetery./ Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

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Thomas married Mary Jane Scott 14 Mar 1894, Hamilton, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada. Mary was born 1864, Ancaster, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 26 Sep 1942, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 29 Sep 1942, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Otlie Guthrie
• Name: Ottie Guthrie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340079
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Name: Mary Blossom Butler
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338909

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Mrs. Mary Blossom Butler Passes

A well-known resident of Blenheim Township, Mrs. Mary Blossom Butler passed away suddenly in Kitchener on Thursday morning as the result of a heart attack. She was in her 70th year. The former Mary Blossom Bawtinheimer, she was born in Blenheim Township, a daughter of the late Thomas Bawtinheimer and Mary Jane Scott. She had spent most of her life on the family farm on the 9th concession. Mrs. Butler was a member of Knox United Church and Ayr Horticultural Society. In her earlier years she was an ardent follower of local sports and was considered an excellent hunter. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Donald Robson (Thelma), RR 3, Bright, and two grandchildren. Funeral service was held on Monday at the R. W. Rumble Funeral Home, Princeton, with interment in Ayr Cemetery. Rev. E. Willis officiated. Pallbearers were: Robert Wilson, George Strickler, Hugh Guthrie, Stanley Lilico, Richard Barrie and George Mitchell. Flower bearers were friends and neighbors.

The Ayr News Nov 2 1967 pg 10

Mary — Karl Butler. Karl was born CA 1898; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338908

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William Bawtinheimer - The sudden, tragic death of William Bawtinheimer occurred at his home, 10th concession of Blenheim, early Monday morning. In his 50th year, Mr. Bawtinheimer was a lifelong resident of the community. He was born on the farm now owned by Charles Robson, 9th concession, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bawtinheimer. For the past ten years he had successfully operated his present farm, where he was a popular asset to the neighborly circle. He was a valued member of Knox United Church. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Karl Butler (Blossom), and a niece, Miss Thelma Butler, both at home. Funeral service was held from the Wilson Funeral Chapel, Drumbo, this (Wednesday) afternoon, conducted by Rev. W. D. Goodger, Ayr. Interment was made in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Nov 30 1950 pg 21

Thelma — Donald Robson. [Group Sheet]