Malahide Families Concession Four

Genealogies of Families 
Living on
Concession 1 through 4
Malahide Township

by James L. McCallum
Copyright Elgin OGS
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Introduction
This publication encompasses the communities and families found on Concessions 1 through 4 within lots 1 to 35, which represents the south portion of Malahide Township. Volume 4, dealing with families living on Concession 4, was published in 2004.
The original concept for this publication intended only to include lot history and families found within lots 1 through 20, which was roughly the area which made up the Malahide Circuit of the Methodist (later United) Church. However, after compilation had begun, the author decided to include lots and families to lot 35, which is the eastern edge of the township.  Because this decision was made after a great deal of the extraction from Assessment Rolls was already completed, the lot histories are not as complete for lots 21 to 35.  Only the Abstract Indexes from the Registry Office were consulted for these lots.
The idea for this compilation came as a result of an earlier history written by the same author in 1980 called Pioneer Days at Copenhagen.  This booklet, dealing mainly with just the hamlet of Copenhagen and its families, was put together before the availability of the Ontario Vital Statistics registrations and the 1901 census, and although many records were consulted, a large amount of the information was gathered from personal interviews and memories of the author’s grandfather, Leon Simpson.  This personal information, although largely undocumented, remains very important since most of those people interviewed are now deceased.
Pioneer Days at Copenhagen was printed using Gestetner stencils and about 100 copies were distributed to descendants of Copenhagen families and other interested parties.  Photographs were very difficult to include using Gestetner technology but a couple were photocopied and inserted.  Most of the information contained in Pioneer Days at Copenhagen is included in these publications, with additions and corrections where necessary. It was the idea to re-publish the Copenhagen booklet that led to the inclusion of a wider area.
In the four volumes dealing with the families of Concession 1 to 4, a chronological list of owners and tenants will be found; arranged numerically by lot.  This information was assembled using the Abstract Index books at the Land Registry Office for Elgin County, and the Malahide Township Assessment Rolls.  It was decided to trace the property ownership and families found up to about 1900 although later information on some families is continued in many cases.
There are several occurrences where the dates of property transfer or earliest date of occupancy differ between the Land Registry Office records and the Assessment Rolls.  After analysing the two records, the Assessment Rolls were often regarded with greater accuracy, since they were compiled on an annual basis.  This is largely due to the fact that the date of registry of a deed often did not occur until many years after the party actually acquired the property.  The hamlets of Port Bruce, Luton and Mount Salem became an overwhelming task to show transfer of property from owner to owner; therefore the names have been included in a separate list showing the time period of residence.
Tenants’ names have been indented under the owner’s name showing the years of residence.  For the most part, the transfer of a parcel of property from owner to owner was easy to determine from the records, and has been listed as such.  When large parcels were divided and subdivided, this became much more difficult to identify and these owners have simply been listed. (NR) refers to an owner who was a non-resident.
In all cases, the reader is advised to consult the Abstract Indexes at the Land Registry Office for clarification and further information from the actual documents.
Families
Not every family who ever lived in this corner of Malahide has been included in the four volumes dealing with that subject.  Generally, a family is included if they lived in the area for more than ten years, and only if they were on the property before 1900.  Attention was given to family members who actually stayed in this section of Malahide, but details are also given of those who moved away.
An attempt was made to identify the origin of each family before coming to Malahide, whether it be another part of Ontario, or a location overseas or in the United States.  In some cases, these origins could not be definitely established, and any theories or possible origins have been identified as such.  The reader will also find many notations about possible relationship or parentage that could not be fully documented. These conclusions are presented as theories, and hopefully will lead to further research on the part of interested family members.
The genealogies presented here are not intended to represent what a family historian would compile after years and years of research. Rather, the author have tried to assemble a modest amount of information using readily available sources.  Much more could be added after extensive research.
While these volumes deal mainly with families living in the area prior to 1900, much information is given on these families past 1900. In most cases, information on current generations or living people was not included, unless sent to the author by a family member.
Sources
Many sources were used to compile these family histories, and while not every source has been noted for each piece of information, the majority of information came from the following records:
Malahide Census Records: 1842, 1851, 1861, 1871, 1881, 1891, 1901
Cemetery Transcriptions for Elgin County (transcribed by Elgin County Branch, Ontario Genealogical Society)
Elgin County Surrogate Court Records (on microfilm at the Elgin County Archives)
[references throughout the text will refer to “estate file” numbers found in this microfilm collection]
The Ontario Vital Statistics (registrations of birth, death and marriage since 1869)
Marriage Registers: London District Marriage Registers (1790-1852)
Elgin County Marriages (1853-1857)
Elgin County Marriages (1858-1869)
Elgin County Marriages (1896-1873)
Newspapers:The Aylmer Express and St. Thomas Times-Journal
The International Genealogical Index (IGI) and Scottish Church Records; compiled by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Family Histories: several published family histories in the collection at the St. Thomas Public Library were consulted, as well as unpublished information sent to the author by family researchers.
The author is also indebted to Bruce C. Johnson for sharing his research of early Malahide families.
PDF Version for Concession IV Families
Lot 1
(Part of Jaffa)
North Half
William Peter Secord living here as early as 1820 (his will is dated 1845).  Secord did not get title until 1847, therefore the Crown Patent was issued to his son Albert in 1859.
Albert Secord 1845- Crown Patent (1859) 100 acres
Sobeski Brown 1854 100 acres
John H. Ferguson 1854-1855 100 acres
James N. Ferguson 1855-1859 50 acres (S ½ of N ½)
David Adams 1859-1862 50 acres
tenants: Amasa Westover1861-1862
 Abraham Wismer1862  pumpmaker
Richard Norman 1862-1869 50 acres
Freeborn Taylor 1869-1871 50 acres
Joseph & Mary Jane White 1871-1900+ 50 acres
(& John & Allen White)
David Kinsey 1855-1862 50 acres (N ½ of N ½)
David Adams 1862-1863 50 acres
John W. Penn 1863 50 acres
Amasa Westover 1863-1865; 1873 50 acres
Seth Lewis 1865-1875 25 acres (non resident)
tenants: Elias Yager1866
 John Ferguson1868-1871
John Ferguson 1871- 25 acres
Isaac Ostrander 1875-1876
George Cave 1876-1877 25 acres
Ira Bentley 1877
Arthur & Henrietta Whitesell 1877-1883 25 acres
tenant: Walter Doolittle1878-1883
Hiram B. Lawrence 1883-
William Milles (or Miles) 1884-1889
tenant: Charles Young 1887-
Mary Miles (widow) 1889-1891
tenants: William Faunt1889-1890 (postmaster)
 Alfred Doherty1891      (Blacksmith)
Manuel Miles 1890-
tenant: Charles Young1890
George Elgie 1891-1894
tenants: Hiram Peer1891
 Charles Young1892-1894
Mary Elgie (widow) 1895-1900+    (Non resident)
South Half
James Merrill 1838 Crown Patent 100 acres
Benjamin Wilson 1838-1845 100 acres
William Stephenson 1845-1847; 1850; 1852 100 acres
John Mills 1847-1856 50 acres
Thomas Backhouse 1856-1881 50 acres
Charles Ryckman 1881-1890 50 acres
Duncan Zavitz 1890-1900+ 50 acres
(& Sherman and Merritt Zavitz)
tenant: William Folley1898
David Goff 1850-1852 25 acres
Alonzo Kennedy 1852-1856 15 acres
Henry Stafford 1856-1900+ 15 acres
Dorinda Rogers (estate to 1863) 1852-1861 10 acres
tenant: Richard Gilbert1861-1863
Thomas McConnell 1874-1876 10 acres
Ira Bentley 1877 12 acres
William J. Ostrander 1885-1898 10 acres
(Postmaster from 1885-1888; merchant from 1891-1898)
James Overholt 1900- (Merchant)
Thomas Bustin 1852-1869 25 acres
tenant: Benjamin White1870
Henry Stafford 1869-1900+ 25 acres
Others listed on this lot are:
Henry Hawkins 1872 5 acres   (Non resident)
George Smith 1876 1 acre
Abel Stafford 1882-1883 1 acre
Omer Zavitz 1889-1896
Isaac B. House 1886
Fred Doolittle 1891
Leander Ferguson 1890-1893 (non resident)
Lavina Ferguson (widow) 1893-1900   (Benjamin Powers, tenant, 1893-1894)
Isaac H. Davidson 1899-1900
Junius Stafford 1898-1900
James Stafford 1897
Jaffa Baptist Church Land ½ acre
Concession 4
Lot 2
William Peter Secord 1820-1821 Crown Patent 200 acres
Joseph W. Ryerson 1829-1839 200 acres
Edward Mihell 1839-1853; 1855 200 acres
Walter J. Lyons 1853-1854 50 acres
Henry Stafford 1854-1903 50 acres
Hubert Alfred Stafford 1903- 50 acres
Margaret Jane Cudney 1853-1867 50 acres
tenant: John Cudney1865-1867
John Cudney 1867-1875 50 acres
tenant: Wm. & Joseph Secord1873-1874
William Brumpton 1875
Thomas M. Arthurs 1875-1900+ 50 acres
Robert Kearns 1855-1868 100 acres (non resident)
tenant: Hiram Powers1863
Andrew Whitesell & Robt. Turnbull 1868-1869 100 acres
Samuel Bagnall 1869-1874 100 acres (non resident)
(Assessment roll shows Bagnall owner until 1880)
tenants: William Dawn1877
 Daniel Courts1878
John Farley 1874-1879 100 acres
Wm. L. Bailey & Wm. B. Cole 1881-1883 100 acres
Joseph White 1883-1900+ 50 acres
George Elgie 1883-1895 50 acres
tenants: John Evert1885-1887
 Walter & Thomas Doolittle1895-1899
Mary Elgie 1897-
tenant: Charles Young1892
Lot 2, continued:
Other tenants listed on this property are:
William B. Matthews 1859-1861 1 acre cooper
Samuel Betterley 1870 1 acre
James Arwin 1878 2 acres
George Couts 1881-1882 1 acre
William Doolittle & Martin Bustin 1883
John L Ferguson 1884; 1887-1888 2 acres
George Doolittle 1885
Hiram Peer 1890-1892 2 acres
Henry Walker 1859-1863 50 acres
Concession 4
Lot 3
Joseph William Ryerson, Charlotteville Twsp.  Lease 1818
Kings Colege (Crown Reserve) 1828-1868 Crown Patent 200 acres
tenants: Thomas Zavitz1859-100 acres
 James & Dan Rice1859-100 acres
North Half
John Glover 1868-1871 100 acres
Mrs. Glover 1872-1875 100 acres
tenant: Daniel Swayze1872-1875100 acres
Mrs. Elias Hill 1876-1880 100 acres
tenants: Frederick Briest1876-188050 acres
 Henry Yeo1878
Nelson Burgess 1881-1885 100 acres
tenant: Wilson & Nelson Anger   1882-1884
William Dodds 1885-1890 100 acres
tenant: Ben White1889
Edward Dangerfield 1891-1897 100 acres
tenant: William Pickard1891-1897
William Pickard 1897-1900+ 100 acres
tenants: Lewis Kindree1897
 John Loucks1898
 Leonard & Lee McConnell    1897-1900
Lot 3, continued:
South Half
Charles Lawrence 1868-1870 95 acres
Thomas Zavitz 1870-1872 95 acres
Henry Elgie 1872-1876 95 acres
William H. Elliott 1876-
tenants: Matthew Elliott1876
 Albert J. Nevill1877-1879
 John Evert Sr. & Jr.1880-1887
 Charles Stafford1890-1893
 Willard Powers1894-1900+
Charles Lawrence 1867-1874 5 acres
tenant: Marcisse Camyre1873
George Lale (mill owner) 1875-1884 5 acres (non resident)
tenant: James Gillett1878
Concession 4
Lot 4
Henry Backhouse 1828-1867 Crown Patent 200 acres
Jugurtha Backhouse 1867-1873 200 acres
tenants: Taylor Sowler1868-1872115 acres
 Wallace Backhouse1871
Elmore Cline 1873-1876 200 acres
tenant: Wood & Brown18731/4 acre (mill owner)
Eli B. Smith 1877-1879 200 acres
John A. McCausland 1879 200 acres
tenant: Benjamin White1880-1882
Trust & Loan Company 1880-1882 200 acres
Daniel Gunn1882
William Rowe 1882-1889 150 acres
tenants: William White1883
 Samuel Haight1887-1889
 Wm. & John Williams    1889-1890
Samuel Haight 1890-1900+ 150 acres
tenants: Benjamin, John & Eddie White1893-1896
 John A. White1896-1900+
Benjamin & William White 1884-1900+ 50 acres
tenant: William H. Hossack1890-18934 acres
Concession 4
Lot 5
Thomas Backhouse 1828-1830 Crown Patent 200 acres
Luke Kent 1830-1834; 1835 200 acres
Henry M. Backhouse 1834-1862 50 acres
1835-1862150 acres
Henry J. Backhouse 1862-1866 60 acres
Jugurtha Backhouse 1865-1873 140 acres
(Jugurtha acquires Henry’s 60 acres in 1866)
tenants: Taylor Sowler1868-186988 acres
 Wallace Backhouse1871
Elmore Cline 1873-1883 200 acres
tenants: Taylor Sowler1873
 Charles Briest1877-1880
 John Hawley1880-1883
 Danford Ferguson1883
William E. Tilley 1883 200 acres
Elijah E. Knott 1883-1885 200 acres
tenants: Cornelius Bowen1884
 John Hawley1883-1885
Robert Campbell 1886-1888 200 acres (non resident)
tenant: John Hawley1886-1888
John Stewart 1889-1891 200 acres (non resident)
tenant: John Hawley1889-1891
Charles W. Marlatt 1892-1900+ 200 acres
tenants: William J. White1892-1898
 Fred Doolittle1894
 George M. Loop1895
 John Leonard1899-1900+
 John Robins1900
Concession 4
Lot 6
1840 John Jardine began paying for lot, but as it was not for sale, he asked for a refund in 1843
1840’s Levi Nickerson had been on the lot but couldn’t afford to buy it
South Half
1847 Walter Brown sold rights to Nicholas C. Brown
Nicholas C. Brown 1849- Crown Patent 100 acres
tenants: Richard Norman1869-1879
 Albert J. Nevills1880-1882
Leopold A. Brown 1882-1918 100 acres
tenants: Albert J. Nevills1882-1883
 Henry Kilmer1887-1900+
 Edward Murphy1889
 Frank Haight1892
North Half
Henry Backhouse 1853-1857 Crown Patent 100 acres
Izatus Backhouse 1857-1860 100 acres
Henry J. Backhouse 1861-1866 100 acres
Jugurtha Backhouse 1867-1868 100 acres
George H. Clarke 1868-1869 100 acres
Thomas Howse 1870-1893 100 acres
Phoebe Howse (widow) 1894-1896 100 acres
Frank E. Howse 1896-1898 100 acres
Richard F. Howse 1898-1900+ 100 acres
Concession 4
Lot 7
William Backhouse 1816-1849 Crown Patent 200 acres
James J. Backhouse 1849- 200 acres
John Vanvelzer <1859-1864 200 acres
tenant: James Lounsbury1862-1864
John J. Backhouse 1864-1869 200 acres
1864-1872100 acres
James R. Backhouse 1869-1872 100 acres
Alvin Parker 1873-1877 100 acres
George Parker 1877-1900+ 100 acres
tenants: Samuel Webb1896
 Benjamin Garrett1897
 George Vennell1898
James R. Backhouse 1874-1875 50 acres
William Howe 1874-1900+ 50 acres
George Butler 1874-1887 50 acres
John Maynard 1888-1900+ 50 acres
tenants: Benjamin White1889-1895
 Eddie White1896-1899
 George Fleming1900
Concession 4
Lot 8
John Pearce 1823-1830 Crown Patent 200 acres
John Parker 1830-1845; 1847 200 acres
Aaron Whitesell 1845-1859 50 acres
Lucy Whitesell (widow) 1859- 50 acres
tenants: James Thayer1859
 William Seers1868
 David Whitesell1871-1872
Thomas McKnight 1873-1901 50 acres
Willard McMaster 1881-1886 4 acres (sells back to McKnight)
tenant: Henry Carter1889
Charles Stafford 1901-1910
William & Alma Percy 1910+
George & Henry Parker 1847-1848 50 acres
1847-1895100 acres
John Whitesell 1848-1852 50 acres
Andrew Whitesell 1852-1858 50 acres
Sarah J. Whitesell (widow of Andrew) 1858-
tenant: Jarvis Thayer1860-1865
William Brown 1866-1875 50 acres
tenant: William Howe1866-1875
John Teller 1875-1877 50 acres
tenant: William Howe1875-1877
William B. Brown 1878-1881 50 acres
tenant: William Howe1878-1881
Charles Shipman 1882-1900+ 50 acres
tenants: George Elgie1889
 Samuel B. Knight1889   ½ acre
 Richard F. Green1891   50 acres
 James Howe1892-1900+    50 acres
Susan Parker (widow)1895-1900+
tenant: Byron Parker1895-1900+
Concession 4
Lot 9
Canada Company 1832-1850 Crown Patent 200 acres
Robert Llewellyn wrote about purchasing lot in 1835; stated that a man named Carter had  purchased it but had forfeited it
Charles G.A. Tozer 1850 200 acres
North Half
William B. Brown 1850-1902 100 acres
tenants: John Fisher1879
 James O’Brien1881½ acre
 James Howe Jr.1889-1891
 Asa Ostrander1892
 Charles Stokes1896-1897
 William Percy1898-1900
 George Schram19001/4 acre
William & Alma Percy 1902- 100 acres
South Half
George Tufford Sr. 1850-1859; 1874 100 acres
Francis Tufford 1859- 50 acres
1874-50 acres
Clinton Vanpatter 1874-1900+ 100 acres
tenants: Thomas H. Fugard1886
 Elijah Edwards1892½ acre
 Lee McConnell1895
 Charles Gibbons1900
Concession 4
Lot 10
1820 Location ticket given to Mary Wheeler, U.E., wife of James, Charlottevile
Mary Wheeler 1827-1830 Crown Patent 200 acres
North Half
Walter Brown 1830-1840 100 acres
David Kinsey 1840-1865; 1867 100 acres
William Kinsey 1865-1872 47 acres
1867-1872rest of lot
tenants: Taylor Sowler1861-186247 acres
 Leander Croft1863-47 acres
 Daniel Whitesell1865-186746 acres
 Asa Churchill186646 acres
 John Michener187089 acres
 John Carter1871-1872
John Prichard 1871-1901 6 acres
tenant: Noble Tufford1894-1900
Noble Tufford 1901- 6 acres
John Carter 1872-1893 88 acres
William Williams 1894-1903 88 acres
Michael McKnight 1903- 88 acres
South Half
Walter Brown 1830-1869 100 acres
Jonathon Brown 1869-1885 100 acres
tenants: Truman Davis1878
 Robert Plato1873-1875100 acres
 Benjamin Schooley188020 acres
Clinton Vanpatter 1885-1900+ 100 acres
Trustees of S.S. #5 1871 ½ acre    from Jonathon Brown
Concession 4
Lot 11
1817 Peter Montross, son of Peter, U.E.L., of Charlotteville, located on this lot; was made to
surrender his patent because it had already been granted to Thomas Hodgkinson
Thomas Hodgkinson 1828-1830; 1835 Crown Patent 200 acres
North Half
Thomas Keith 1830- 100 acres
John Keith         -1847 100 acres
Colin F. Ferrie or Ferris 1847-1854 100 acres
Daniel Gunn 1854-1859; 1864 100 acres
John Pritchard 1859-1888 63 acres
tenant: John Carter1878-1886
Churchill Pritchard 1889-1897 63 acres (res. New York)
tenant: Noble Tufford1889-1900+63 acres
Lillis Pritchard 1897-1900+ 63 acres
James Garrett 1864- 47 ½ acres
(Assessment roll shows Judson Garrett as owner, and James as a tenant)
tenants: Thomas Clunas1870
 Henry Gates187110 acres (mill)
 Isaac Vanvelzer1878-18791 acre
 John Millard1883-1885
 Frederick Dunn1889-1900+
Elizabeth Garrett (widow) 1889-1900+ 47 ½ acres
(& Mary Garrett)
South Half
Walter Brown 1835-1867; 1876 100 acres
tenant: Jonathon Brown1866
John Laycock 1867-1868 86 acres
Nicholas C. Brown 1868- 86 acres
James Brown 1877-1882 18 acres
Nicholas C. Brown 1882 18 acres
John Tufford 1882-1888 18 acres
Partial Welter 1888-1900 18 acres
Mahlon M. Griffin 1900+ 18 acres
Trustees of Burying Ground 1854 1 acre from Walter Brown
Dunboyne Dairy Association 1890 ½ acre lease from Nicholas C. Brown
Colborne Snively, cheesemaker1889-1890
Asa Ostrander, cheesemaker1891-
Henry J. Tucker, cheesemaker1897-1898
John Wardell, cheesemaker1899-1900+
(Secretaries of Dunboyne Dairy Association: N. Tufford (1889-1892); R. H. Lindsay (1893-1895), James Haggan (1896-1898)
Other tenants listed on this lot are:
John Lounsberry, cheesemaker 1877 2 acres   (J. Brown, owner)
William L. Sherman 1881
Merritt Brown, sawmill 1884
Isaac Harvey 1895
Ernest Learn 1889
John W. Foy, clergy 1889
Henry Carter 1891-1894 (N.C. Brown, owner)
Amos Stoner 1895 (N.C. Brown, owner)
George Baldwin 1896-1900+ (N.B. Brown, owner)
Ensley Shepherd 1895
Byron Snell, clergy 1893-1894
Ellen Swartz, widow 1894
Concession 4
Lot 12
North Half
1831 Joseph Paul, living near Port Stanley, asked about purchasing it and moved onto lot
1832-1833 Joseph Paul of Malahide was paying on the lot
1833 Joseph Paul assigns rights to Thomas Keith, of Malahide, a merchant
1837 Thomas Keith sold rights to John Schooley of Lincoln Co., who sold to Benjamin
Schooley of Lincoln Co.
1850 Benjamin Schooley sold rights to Daniel Gunn
Daniel Gunn 1851-1864 Crown Patent 100 acres
James Garrett 1864-1889
(Assessment roll shows Judson Garrett as owner and James as a tenant)
tenants: Thomas Clunas1870
  Frederick Dunn1882
  John Millard1883-1885
Elizabeth Garrett (widow) 1889-1912 100 acres
tenant: Frederick Dunn1889-1900+
Michael McKnight1912-100 acres
South Half
1837 Joseph Paul began paying on lot
1840 Paul’s widow, Elizabeth (remarried to Caleb Ellison) signed off rights to Israel Thayer
1844 George Gunn signed off rights to Israel Thayer
1846 Israel Thayer sold rights to Andrew McCausland
John McCausland 1859-1860 Crown Patent 100 acres
Joseph C. Tufford 1859-1864 50 acres
John C. Tufford 1865-1874 50 acres
Francis Tufford 1874-1887 50 acres
Martin McKnight 1887-1895 50 acres
tenant: Ira Hambleton1890-18981/4 acre
Thomas McKnight 1895-1898 50 acres
Michael McKnight 1898-1903 50 acres
Clifton Vanslyke 1905-1905 50 acres
Harley Addison Turrill 1905- 50 acres
Walter Brown 1860-1865; 1867 50 acres
tenant: Jonathon Brown1865-1866
Daniel Gunn 1865 6 1/4 acres
James Garrett 1865- 6 1/4 acres
(See North half: Garrett land totals 106 acres)
John Laycock 1867-1868 44 acres
Nicholas C. Brown 1868-1900+ 44 acres
tenants: Henry Carter1891-1894
 Amos Stoner1895
 George Baldwin1896-1900+
Concession 4
Lot 13
North Half
David Orr 1827-1837 Crown Patent 100 acres
Ira Doolittle 1837-1883 100 acres
tenant: James Hossack1882
Ephraim Doolittle 1883-1901 100 acres
Minnie Doolittle 1901- 100 acres
tenants: William H. Green1884
 Albert Berdan1885-1890
 Emily Hawley1892
 Willard Brown1890-18941/4 acre
 George McKay1894
 David Wilson1895
 Carl Wilson1896
 Carl Williams1897
 Sanford Matthews1900
South Half
William Patterson 1821-1830 Crown Patent 100 acres
David Nickerson 1830-1832 100 acres
Eunice Nickerson 1832-1842 100 acres
George Cottingham 1842-1853 100 acres
Isaac H. Hill/Mill/or Will 1853-1868 100 acres
Isaiah Wilmot 1868-1870 100 acres
Adam Laidlaw 1871-1884 100 acres
John Gloin 1884-1889 100 acres
Mary Gloin (widow) 1889-1891 100 acres
John Gloin Jr. 1891-1899 100 acres
Addison & Harley Turrill 1900- 100 acres
Lot 14
1818 entire lot leased to John Orr of Malahide (died prior to 1830).  John’s brother David sold rights to David Nickerson, who went to the United States.  Nickerson sold rights of Abraham Mathews.  Matthews sold rights to Matthias Millard who in turn sold rights to William Turvill (another source says Millard leased lot to Benjamin Prichard in 1836, and Prichard sold rights to John C. Harding in 1845)
1849 William Turvill, of London township, a miller,  paying for south half of lot
1849 William Turvill sold rights to Nelson Buck of Norwich township
1855 Nelson Buck sold rights to Isaac Buchanan of Hamilton
North Half
John C. Harding 1854-1855; 1858 Crown Patent 100 acres
Jarrett S. Clendenning 1854-1858 10 acres
Samuel Westover 1858-1876 10 acres
tenant: Jonathon Snooks (cabinet maker) 1861-186510 acres
Omer Westover 1877-1900+ 10 acres
tenant: Alfred Vanslyke1889-189510 acres
Edward Court 1855-1889 40 acres
tenants: Fred Prong1886
 George Gurd1887
Hannah Court (widow) 1890-1900+ 40 acres
Gaines Prichard 1854-1900+ 50 acres
tenant: Willard Vanpatter1875-1878
South Half
Isaac Buchanan 1856-1857; 1858; 1859 Crown Patent 100 acres
Gaines Prichard 1857-1900+ 16 acres
Thomas Hunt (miller) 1858-1867 50 acres
Edward Court 1867-1889 50 acres
Hannah Court (widow) 1890-1900+ 50 acres
William Wilfred Disher 1859-1870 34 acres
tenant: John & Josiah Symons   1865-18682 acres (miller)
Amos Robins 1871-1874 34 acres
Jonathon Brown 1874-1880 34 acres
Isaac & Sarah E. Griffin 1880-1887 34 acres
tenants: Joseph Lloyd1878
 Alonzo Hendershott1881
 Samuel Schooley18831 acre
 William H. Smoke1886-1887
George Goodfallow 1887- 34 acres
William Warnock <1889 34 acres
Edwin Geen 1889- 34 acres
Concession 4
Lot 15
(Part of Luton)
North Half
David Orr 1827-1828 Crown Patent 100 acres
Simon Vanpatter 1828-1840; 1843 100 acres
Benjamin Prichard 1840-1853 25 acres
Gaines Prichard 1853-1900+ 25 acres
Amos Whittemore 1843-1848; 1851 75 acres
Jared Clendenning (wagonmaker) 1848- 10 acres
John Walton (miller) 1851-1872 35 acres
Jacob & Catherine Miller 1872-1900+ 35 acres
Chester W. Fraser 1848- 9 acres
Francis Powell 1849- 1 ½ acre
Hiram Day 1853- 2 ½ acres
Trustees of Centreville Burying Ground   1853 2 acres   from Chester W. Fraser
Trustees of Methodist Episcopal Church  1856         2 ½ acres from Chester W. Fraser
Ira Doolittle 1848-1853 20 acres
Hiram Day 1853-1872 20 acres
South Half
Walter Edgar Murray 1844-1846; 1853; 1857 Crown Patent 100 acres
William H. Harrett 1846-1900+ 40 acres
Charles Hill 1853-1863 20 acres
Elias Hill 1864-1865 20 acres
(sells 18 acres  to William H. Harrett in 1865; and 2 acres to Ambrose Hill in 1865)
Jesse Hill 1857- 40 acres
Lot 15, continued:
Others listed on this lot are:
Clergymen:
James Curtis 1859 John Veale 1890-1892
John Tufford 1860 Michael Griffin 1893
William Graham 1861 William Pomeroy 1894-1895
S. Terwillegan 1862-1863 Charles Chrichton 1896-1898
John R. Phillips 1864-1865 Samuel Staples 1899-1900
Alonzo Griffith1866
John M. Collins 1867
John J. Fairchild 1868
James H. Orne 1886-1887
James E. Moore 1889
Others listed on this lot:
John Shipley 1859-1860
Hiram Dumaw, blacksmith 1859-1878 2 ½ acres
John Sinclair, shoemaker 1859-1884 ½ acre
George Pennell 1862-1882 1/4 acre
Eunice Pennell 1883-1889
Jonathon Snooks, cabinet maker   1862
Charles Davis, mason 1863
Carrol Doolitle, cabinet maker      1863
Moses Doolittle, cabinet maker     1864-1868
Reuben Strong 1864-1868
William Ackard 1865-1900+ 3 acres
Frank Ackard 1886-1893
William J. Williams, shoemaker     1866-1900+
Thomas Wiliams, shoemaker 1868-1872
William Harvey 1867
Mary Smith 1868-1900+
Kirk Smith 1871-1873
Benjamin Corporon, butcher 1869-1877
Wesley McCausland 1872-1880
Lyman R. Tyrell, merchant 1873-1878 (postmaster from 1874-1878) 2 1/4 acres
William Kinsey 1873
Samuel Schooley 1874-1877
George Smith 1881-1889
John Tomkins 1875-1879
Chancey Hilliker 1875-1900+
Willard Vanpatter 1875-1880; 1889-1900+
Joel Vanpatter 1881-1887
Herbert Chute, blacksmith 1879
Francis Dennis 1880-1881
George Doolittle, blacksmith 1881-1884
John Rusling 1882
Benjamin Newton 1882-1886
James Ryan 1882
George Kilmer 1883-1884
Lewis Hutchinson 1883
Charles Fugard 1884-1900+
Edwin McCausland, merchant   1884
Omer Westover 1885-1900+
William Peacock 1885
Caleb Thompson 1885
William A. Bothwell, merchant 1885-1890
Henry Horace 1886-1887
Edgar Matthews 1886
William Auckland 1890-1896
Jacob Burkholder 1891-1893
Ellis Berdan 1891
Phoebe & Rebecca Burkholder   1894-1900+
Alfred Vanslyke 1889-1893
James Briggs, cheesemaker 1892-1900+
Charles Mott 1889-1890
Edward Rowe 1892
George Garrett 1896
Lewis Sorrell 1897-1900+
George T. Moore 1897
Truman Smithson 1898
Abram Ellsworth 1899
Noble Ellsworth 1900
James & Manley Walters 1900
Concession 4
Lot 16
(Part of Luton)
1818 leased to David Orr
Kings College 1828 Crown Patent 200 acres
Elias & Ambrose Hill 1851-1858 200 acres    Mill
(Elias Hill appears on this lot on the 1842 census)
Charles & Richard Hill 1856- 125 acres
Joseph Harvey 1856- 80 acres
Melinda & Russell Brunson 1858-1878 30 acres
George Doneker 1864-1870   ½ acre        Merchant
Others listed on this lot are:
Noah Westover, shoemaker, merchant   <1859-1862 ½ acre
Alexander Gillis <1859-1860
Catherine Nichol 1862-1864
Samuel Schooley 1864-1869
Benjamin Schooley 1864-1896
Melissa Schooley (widow) 1899-1900+
William Harvey 1859-1875
Mrs. William Harvey 1875-1885
Truman Davis 1868-1870
John Tyrrel 1868
William Herrett 1871-1900+
John Griffin 1871-1893
Betsy Griffin (widow) 1894-1900+
Obediah Griffin, merchant 1899-
George Goodfallow, miller 1873-
Junius Bradley, teacher 1873-1874
R. C. Inglesby, teacher 1875-1877
Jesse Nichols 1875
John Crimp, miller 1878-1889
Moses Law 1878
Joseph Cottingham 1880-1885
George L. Sanders 1880-1885
Peter Dennis 1880
John Lounsberry 1880-1881
Ambrose & Richard Locker 1882-1900+
Daniel Couts 1883
William M. Smoke 1885
Jesse, Eugene & Edgar Hill 1884-1900+
Edward Matthews, cheesemaker 1897-1900+
John Carter 1898
William Briggs 1889-1891
Gaines Pritchard 1887-1900+
Lot 17
North Half
William Harvey 1845-1875 Crown Patent 100 acres
tenant: Jesse Nichol1874-1875
Sophronia Harvey (widow) 1876-1886 92 acres
tenants: Moses Law1876-1873
 Walter Farr1879
 John Lounsberry1880-1881
William H. Harrett 1886-1900+ 92 acres
Elias Ambose Hill 1851-1900+ 7 ½ acres
(and Eugene & Edgar Hill, 1884-1900+)
South Half
Joseph Harvey 1844-1874 100 acres
tenant: David Glidden1864
Charles & Elias Hill 1844- 16 acres
(and Eugene & Edgar Hill, 1884-1900+)
Joseph J. Clutton 1874-1878 86 acres
(Assessment roll does not show Clutton as owner, but Donaldson, below, from 1875)
John Donaldson 1878-1894 86 acres
tenants: Nelson Mott1875-1876
 John S. Smith1877
James H. Yarwood 1894-1895 86 acres
William James Hill 1896-1900+ 86 acres
tenant: John Fishley1899
Concession 4
Lot 18
North Half
Orrin H. Tyrrell <1866 100 acres
William Kerr 1853-1862 3/4 acres
tenant: Joel Martin   1860
Hugh McNellis 1868-1871 3/4 acres
tenant: John Tomkins1871
William Byron Laur 1874-1884 3/4 acres
Mrs. Wm. R. (Rebecca) Wilkins 1885-1900+ 3/4 acres
tenant: Samuel Bell1898
William P. Tyrrell 1866-1877 99 acres
tenant: Benjamin Nicholl18701/4 acre
Wesley McCausland 1877-1880 99 acres
tenants: R.C. Inglesby1878(Teacher)
 John Douglas1879-1880  (Blacksmith)
William Leonard 1880-1900+ 99 acres
tenant: Robert Maw1881
South Half
James Carpenter was issued a Crown Patent in 1858, but in 1871 it was discovered that this was an error and should have been granted to Joseph McGuigan, who was living on the property as early as 1859.
Joseph McGuigan 1871-1882; 1889 Crown Patent 100 acres
tenant: Charles Hide1878-1880
Isaac Luttrell 1882-1888 50 acres
Charles O. Learn 1889-1893 50 acres
tenant: George H. Smith1890-1893
John & Joseph Hilborn 1894-1897 50 acres
Joseph Simons 1897-1900+ 50 acres
Stafford Irish 1889-1893 50 acres
Baxter Irish 1894-1900+ 50 acres
Other tenants listed on this lot are:
Charles Bristol, clergy 1884
Thomas O’Bryan 1891
William Stafford 1892
Concession 4
Lot 19
North Half
John Bennett 1827- Crown Patent 100 acres
John Wilson 1839 100 acres
Peter Defields 1839-1841 100 acres
John Huff 1841-1854 100 acres
William G. Kitchen 1854-1863 100 acres
Samuel Westover 1863-1874 100 acres
(In 1863, Westover purchased 25 acres in the south half of this lot, for a total of
 125 acres)
tenants: George McConnell1865-1867
 Albert Prichard1871-1872
Albert Prichard 1873-1874 56 acres
(Sold back to Samuel Westover)
Robert & Caroline Knott 1874-1882 125 acres
tenant: Richard House1879-1881
William Crane 1882-1883 125 acres
Sarah Crane (widow) & Samuel Crane 1884-1887 125 acres
tenant: William Holmes1885-1886
William Deo 1887-1892 125 acres
tenant: Orval Zavitz1887
Charles A. Learn 1892-1894 125 acres
tenant: Robert & Thomas Fugard 1894
Walter C. Lewis 1894-1900+ 125 acres
tenant: Robert & Thomas Fugard 1895
Thomas O’Bryan1898-1900+
South Half
James McCausland 1836 Crown Patent 100 acres
Benjamin Pritchard 1836-1856 100 acres
William G. Kitchen 1856-1863 25 acres
(Sells to Samuel Westover in 1863, see above in North Half)
Levi Soper 1856-1864 75 acres
James Bowen 1864-1866 75 acres
tenants: John Dennis1865; 1867
 Thomas Bowen1866
Christopher Houston 1866-1870 75 acres
tenants: Thomas Hunt1868-1870
 Charles Howarth1870 (weaver)
Oliver G. Foster 1870-1878 75 acres
Charles Bentley 1878-1881 75 acres
Ulric Bentley 1882-1885 75 acres
tenant: Edward Baughman1884
Thomas Rockey 1885-1886 75 acres
Jonas Stoner 1887 75 acres
Sarah & Henry Elgie 1887-1888 75 acres
George Candy 1889-1900+ 75 acres
tenants: John Kilmer1889-1890; 1893-1895
 Edward Fugard1891-1892
 John Roberts1897
 Hiram Peer1898-1899
 John N. Kipp1900
Concession 4
Lot 20
North Half
John Benner Sr. 1848-1851 Crown Patent 100 acres
John Benner Jr. 1851-1900+ 100 acres
(Also purchased 25 acres in south half of lot in 1857; see below)
South Half (a corner of this half includes part of Mount Salem)
1848 Benjamin Prichard & Socrates Hunter, both of Malahide, signed off rights to
Alexander C. Brown
Edward Waring 1853-1854 Crown Patent 100 acres
Levi Fowler & Colin Munro 1854-1856 100 acres
James T. Brown 1856-1857; 1861; 1865 100 acres
John Benner Jr. 1857-1900+ 25 acres
Alex C. Brown 1861-1866 25 acres
Jane Brown (widow) 1867-1869 25 acres
John Ellsworth 1870-1873 25 acres
Richard Fullerton 1874-1876 25 acres
tenant: Dr. Donnelly, M.D.1875
Judd Kennedy 1876- 25 acres
John Farthings 1882-1896 25 acres (non resident)
tenants: Edward Baughman1884-1886
 Sidney Maginnis1889-1890
 John H. Carter1892-1894
Edwin V. & Lee Learn 1897-1900+ 25 acres
John Farthings 1865-1890 50 acres
tenant: John Collingsworth1873-1896 (merchant)
George R. Thomas 1891-1896 50 acres
Benjamin Thomas 1897- 50 acres
Hugh Maginnis (merchant) 1864-1866 ½ acre
Harriet Maginnis (widow) 1867-1868 ½ acre
tenant: Ross & Anderson, shoemaker 1868
Warren W. Chute (merchant) 1869-1873
Trustees of Union Church 1868 1/4 acre from John Farthings
There are many small parcels in the south half of this lot, comprising part of the hamlet of Mount Salem:
John R. Johnson (innkeeper) 1869-1872 ½ acre
Zenus Hunt (innkeeper) 1873-1878 ½ acre
tenant: Thomas Wonnacott (innkeeper)   1875
Theophilus Reavely (innkeeper) 1879-1881 ½ acre
John Marshall (innkeeper) 1882 ½ acre
James Hill (innkeeper) 1883 ½ acre
Alvin, George & Hannah Parker (innkeeper) 1884-1900+ ½ acre
tenants: William Stafford (innkeeper)1891
 William Hughes (innkeeper)1896
 John Reid1898
 Henry Slaght1899
 George Birnie1900
John Hammond (innkeeper)1901 (census)
George Hilliker (merchant) 1871-1881 5 acres (Postmaster from 1874-1882)
Alice Hilliker (widow) 1883-1900+
tenant: Howard Burnham (merchant) 1890
(Alice Hilliker is also listed on lot 21 as postmaster from 1885-1900+)
Elias Howell (merchant)   Lot 21, in 1900
Charles & Cassie Young 1899-1900 20 acres
Lloyd Graves 1899-1900+ 1 ½ acre
Other tenants listed on this lot are:
James Hill 1884
Amos Stoner 1885-1886
Eugene Vanvelzer 1889
Frederick Porter 1889-1899
James Firby 1896-1897
Concession 4
Lot 21
North Half
Sewell Ferguson 1842-1843/1853  Crown Patent 100 acres
Orilla Ferguson (wife), and father John1853-185425 acres (south 1/4 )
William Ferguson 1854-1861 25 acres (south 1/4 )
David Ferguson 1861-1872 25 acres (south 1/4 )
James H. Sheppard 1872- 25 acres (south 1/4 )
Jacob W. Dennis 1843-1854 75 acres
Thomas Silverthorn 1854-1860 75 acres
Alexander Garner 1860-1862 75 acres
Charles F. Garner 1862-1869 75 acres
Matthias Garner 1869-1872 63 acres
Emanuel Rockey 1872-1881 63 acres
Wilson W. Disher 1881-1883 63 acres
Zenas Hunt 1883- 63 acres
Peter Edward Hunt pre 1900 24 acres
Vincent Hunt 1900- 24 acres
Thomas Richardson pre 1866 12 acres
Patrick McKnight 1866- 12 acres
South Half
Andrew Fowlds 1831 Crown Patent 100 acres
Joseph King 1834-1838/1841 100 acres
John Ferguson 1838-1861 10 acres
William Harvey 1861-1871 10 acres
John B. Matthews 1871-1885 10 acres
Augustus Benner 1885-1887 10 acres
Warner Garner 1887-1889 10 acres
Albert Soper 1889-1895 10 acres
Peter Fothergill 1895-1898 10 acres
Edward Dodds 1898-1899 10 acres
Christena Dodds (widow) 1899 10 acres
John Heffer 1899- 10 acres
William Ferguson 1838-1861 50 acres (north half )
David Ferguson 1861-1872 50 acres
James H. Sheppard1872-50 acres
Erastus Westover 1841- 40 acres
William Oliver 1850-1854 36 acres
Caleb McMaster 1854-1867 36 acres
Thomas Hunt 1867- 36 acres
George Hilliker 1836/1847-1882 (will) 3 1/4 acres & 1/4 acre
Wilson Z. Hunt 1878-1883 ½ acre
Edgar Hilliker 1883- ½ acre
Mary A. Berdan 1880- 1/ 12 acre
Concession 4
Lot 22
Canada Company 1841 Crown Patent 200 acres
Charles Hill 1857-1857/1864 100 acres (north half)
William Kerr 1857- 45 acres
Charles Hill 1864 55 acres
Ambrose Richard Hill 1864 55 acres
Peter Dennis 1864-1889 55 acres
William Dennis 1889- 45 acres
John Kinsey 1867- 4 acres
William Dennis 1866-1868 6 acres
George Kinsey 1868-1874 6 acres
John Kinsey 1874-1881 6 acres
William Dennis 1881- 6 acres
John W. Benner 1887-1895 45 acres
John W. Cascadden 1895 45 acres
Emanuel Rockey 1866-1870 100 acres (south half)
Leonard Cline 1870-1874/1875 100 acres
Edward Churchill 1874-1875 50 acres (south ½ of south ½ )
Lyman Davis Teeple 1875-1876 50 acres
Samuel Baughman 1876- 50 acres
Lyman D. Teeple 1875-1876 50 acres
John & Maggie Parrott 1876-1881 50 acres
Jarvis Thayer 1881 50 acres
John W. Marshall 1881- 50 acres
John Simpson pre 1898 25 acres
James H. Sheppard 1898- 25 acres
Lot 23
 
North Half
Amasa Westover 1847 Crown Patent 100 acres
Gilbert Wrong 1848-1856 (will) 100 acres
Robert Spence 1857-1860 100 acres
Gilbert Wrong 1860-1865 100 acres
Thomas Matthews 1865-1876 100 acres
Abraham Schooley 1876- 100 acres
South Half
Aaron Ferguson 1848-1848/1856  Crown Patent 100 acres
George McDonald 1848-1851 50 acres (southeast 1/4 )
Enos Brundage 1851-1866 50 acres (southeast 1/4 )
Enos Brundage 1856-1866 50 acres (southwest 1/4)
John S. Marr 1866-1883 100 acres
Morris O’Bryan, Sr. 1883-1890 100 acres
Morris O’Bryan, Jr. 1890-1897 100 acres
Hiram Kilmer 1897- 100 acres
David T. Kilmer 1897- 50 acres (east half)
Lot 24
Canada Company 1846 Crown Patent 200 acres
John Harmon 1881-1886 50 acres (south ½ of west ½ )
James F. O’Bryan 1886-1893 50 acres “
Sidney Maginnis 1893- 50 acres “
John W. Shepherd 1886-1887 50 acres (north ½ of west ½ )
Delphine Burroughs 1887-1892 50 acres “
John Prong 1892- 50 acres “
Robert Ferguson 1886-1891 50 acres (north ½ of east ½ )
James Leonard 1891-1894 50 acres “
Phineas L. Pressey 1894- 50 acres “
Phoebe Elizabeth Chiverton 1899- 5 acres
Lorenzo Chiverton 1900- 5 acres
Finlay Chalk 1890- 50 acres (south ½ of east ½ )
Lot 25
North Half
Henry Pressey 1848-1850 Crown Patent 100 acres
Mary Pressey 1850-1857/1868 100 acres
Frederick Pressey1857-
George Pressey 1868- 50 acres (north ½ of north ½ )
Phineas L. Pressey 1894- 50 acres “
South Half
James Chalk 1847-1867 (will) Crown Patent 100 acres
James W. Chalk 1867-
Finley Chalk 1871-1901 33 1/3 acres
Alfred Charles Chalk 1901- 33 1/3 acres
Lot 26
North Half
Richard Johnson 1848 Crown Patent 100 acres
Jacob Benner 1867- 100 acres
Robert Ferguson 1872-1878/1882 20 acres
William Ostrander 1878-1882 ½ acre
Catharine Coutts 1882-1883 ½ acre
Jacob Benner 1883- ½ acre
John Harmon 1882 19 ½ acres
David C. Ferguson 1882 19 ½ acres
Orlando Rockey 1882-1888 19 ½ acres
Emily Wilkins 1888- 19 ½ acres
South Half
Henry Sweet 1874-1893 (probate) 100 acres
Robert & Amelia Sweet 1893-
John Murray Farthings 1900- 50 acres
John Harmon pre 1882 19 ½ acres
David E. Ferguson 1882 19 ½ acres
Orlando Rockey 1882- 19 ½ acres
Lot 27
North Half
Phineas Pressey 1851 Crown Patent 100 acres
Henry Pressey 1853-1862 50 acres (east half)
Phineas Pressey 1862-1897 (probate) 50 acres
South Half
Moses Northrup 1845 Crown Patent 100 acres
Nelson W. Brown 1856- 100 acres
Sarah Brown 1895- 50 acres (west half)
Lot 28
North Half
John Davis 1828 Crown Patent 100 acres
Henry Davis 1848-1877 100 acres
William A. Davis 1877-1883 100 acres
Mary A. Parker 1883- 49 ½ acres (west part)
Wm. & Nancy Whalls 1883-1885 50 acres
Charles Learn 1885-1888 49 ½ acres
Charles A. Jones 1888-1895 49 ½ acres
William Hewbank  1895-1900 50 acres
Wilson Pound 1900- 50 acres
David Johnson 1858-1867 1 acre
Nancy Millard 1867-1875 1 acre
Joseph Millard 1875-1883 1 acre
Benjamin J. Nichols 1883-1891 1 acre
Joseph Millard 1891- 1 acre
South Half
Alexander Watt, Jr. 1848 Crown Patent 100 acres
Moses Truman 1852-1858 (will) 100 acres
Phebe Truman (wife) 1858-1868 100 acres
John Truman 1868- 50 acres (east half)
Moses Truman 1884- 100 acres
Eliza Truman 1898- 50 acres (east half)
Lot 29
Nicholas House 1832 Crown Patent 200 acres
Isaac Ostrander 1833-1833/1851 200 acres
Alexander Watt, Jr. 1833-1854 100 acres (south half)
Joseph Baldwin 1854-1859 100 acres “
Joseph H. Tedford 1859-1882 100 acres “
David & Mary Bidner 1882-1884 100 acres “
Henry & Stephen Hunter 1884-1901 100 acres “
Charles F. Evert 1901- 100 acres “
Mary Davis (& Henry) 1851- 100 acres (north half)
Daniel Hawley 1854-1873 60 acres
Henry Davis 1873- 10 acres
Ann Hawley (widow of D.) 1873-1881/1889 60 acres
William Z. Hawley 1881- 24 acres
(Acquires another 12 acres from John Hawley in 1885, and 60 acres from Ann Hawley in 1889)
John Davis 1891- 50 acres
Lot 30
Canada Company 1841 Crown Patent 200 acres
Jabez Carpenter 1856- 100 acres (south half)
Mordecai Carpenter pre 1874 50 acres (west part)
William J. Nesbitt 1874-1881 50 acres (west part)
David F. Augustine 1881- 50 acres (west part)
Peter Marr 1856-1869 50 acres (east part)
Thomas J. Locker 1869-1872 (probate) 50 acres (east part)
Thomas Jenkins, Jr. 1857 100 acres (north half)
Henry Pressey 1857-1874/1883 100 acres
George W. Pressey 1874- 50 acres (west part)
John A. Pressey 1883-1895 50 acres (east part)
Mary A. Vail 1895- 50 acres
Lot 31
North Half
William M. Parlee 1848 Crown Patent 100 acres
John Chalk 1851-1855 100 acres
Silas Pritchard 1855-1880 (will) 100 acres
Ira W. Pritchard 1872 60 acres
William R. Wilkins 1872-1876 60 acres
Joseph T. Wilkins 1876- 60 acres
George A. Pritchard 1880-1881 70 acres
Jeannette M. Pritchard 1881- 70 acres
South Half
Silas Pritchard 1842 Crown Patent 100 acres
George A. Pritchard 1880- 70 acres
Jeannette M. Pritchard 1881-1888 70 acres
John Crawford 1888 70 acres
George A. Pritchard 1888-1900 70 acres
Amos McShane 1900- 70 acres
Lot 32
North Half
Edwin Parlee 1851 Crown Patent 100 acres
Joseph P. Wright 1866-1868 100 acres
James Brackett 1868-1871 100 acres
Wesley McCausland 1871-1880 100 acres
Henry Pressey 1880 100 acres
Albert S. Pressey 1880-1883 50 acres (east half)
William Chiverton 1883- 50 acres (east half)
Elias Pressey 1880-1886 50 acres (west half)
John & Caroline Campbell 1886- 50 acres (west half)
South Half
Thomas Pennington 1848 Crown Patent 100 acres
Henry Camp 1855-1859 100 acres
Thomas Pennington 1859-1878 100 acres
Miles Pennington 1878-1898 100 acres
Frank Heffer 1898- 100 acres
Lot 33
North Half
George J. Goodhue 1847 Crown Patent 100 acres
William McConnell 1848-1854 100 acres
Thomas Clark 1854 50 acres (east half)
Isaac Clark 1854-1855 50 acres (east half)
James Lounsberry 1855-1859 50 acres (east half)
John Vanvelzer 1859-1892 (probate) 50 acres (east half)
Wm. Eugene Vanvelzer &
Isaac Saxton Vanvelzer1892-50 acres (east half)
Charles Brown 1854-1893 50 acres (west half)
Isaac Saxton Vanvelzer 1893- 50 acres (west half)
William Warnock pre 1897 100 acres
Wilkins H. Hurd 1897-1901 100 acres
James P. Vanvelzer 1901- 50 acres
South Half
Raymond Vanvelzer 1878 Crown Patent 100 acres
John Vanvelzer 1878-1892 (probate) 25 acres (north 1/4 )
George Vanvelzer 1892- 25 acres
William A. Vanvelzer 1878-1885 50 acres (south half)
George Vanvelzer 1885- 50 acres
Ercelius Vanvelzer 1895- 50 acres (north 1/4 )
Lot 34
North Half
Edward McGaffee 1834 Crown Patent 100 acres
Benjamin Parlee 1834-1855 100 acres
George A. Parlee 1855- 100 acres
Bartholemew Timpany 1865-1867/1868 75 acres
Charles J. Timpany 1868- 25 acres
Mary Ann McCurdy 1867- 50 acres
James P. Vanvelzer 1892- 100 acres
South Half
William Hatch 1833 Crown Patent 100 acres
Jacob Vanvelzer 1834-1864 (will) 100 acres
Sarah Vanvelzer (widow) 1864-
John Vanvelzer 1848- 25 acres
James P. Vanvelzer 1892- 75 acres
Ercelius Vanvelzer 1895- 50 acres
Lot 35
North Half
Canada Company 1829 Crown Patent 100 acres
Benjamin Parlee 1834-1862 100 acres
George A. Parlee 1862-1865 50 acres (south half)
Bartholemew Timpany 1865- 50 acres (south half)
Mary Ann McCurdy 1867- 25 acres
Charles McCurdy 1880- 50 acres
James P. Vanvelzer 1895- 100 acres
South Half
Canada Company 1830 Crown Patent 100 acres
John Vanvelzer 1835-1892 (will) 100 acres
Raymond Vanvelzer 1848- 50 acres
George Vanvelzer 1892 50 acres
James P. Vanvelzer 1892- 50 acres
Wm. Eugene Vanvelzer &
Americus Vanvelzer1892-50 acres
George Westover 1849- 1 rood & 25 rods
Clarissa Raymond pre 1899 “
Densmore Westover 1899- “
Families from Concession 4, Lot 1:
WHITE
Joseph White acquired 50 acres in the north half lot 1 in 1871 and owned it past 1900, followed by John & Allen White.  Joseph also owned 50 acres in lot 2, which he purchased in 1883.  On Lot 4, Benjamin & William White purchased 50 acres in 1884 which they owned past 1900.
Joseph is found in census records: Yarmouth 1871 (Div. 1, page 43); Malahide 1881 (Div. 2, page 45), 1891 (Div. 2, page 45); and 1901 (Div. 2, page 5).
Benjamin is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 16), 1881 (Div. 2, page 69), 1891 (Div. 2, page 45), and 1901 (Div. 3, page 9).
Joseph & Benjamin were brothers, the sons of James White & Ann “Nancy” Scott.  James was born circa 1805 in Ireland and both he and Nancy died in Leeds-Grenville County.
According to the 1901 census, Joseph immigrated to Canada in 1847.
Joseph White (son of James & Ann White)
born November 6, 1826 Ireland
died December 13, 1912 Malahide, age 86 yrs. 1 mo. 1 day
married 1. Jane Ritchie (1828-1859)
married 2. July 12, 1862  Mary Jane Thompson Kearns (dau of Samuel & Catherine Thompson)
Born September 5, 1837 Yarmouth Township
died March 31, 1922 Lot 1, Concession 5, Malahide, age 85 yrs. 7 mos. 26 days
Joseph & Mary Jane are buried in Jaffa cemetery.  Mary Jane was the widow of Robert Henry Kearns.
Joseph’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Sun, December 19, 1912:
Death claimed another of the old residents of Malahide on Friday in the person of Joseph White, a most highly reputed citizen.  The deceased gentleman was in his 87th year.  An Irishman by birth, he came to Canada when a young lad, locating near Kingston.  After a few years he moved from Frontenac and came to this neighbourhood where he has since resided.  He was a good neighbour and friend.  Many of the old friends attending the funeral to Jaffa cemetery, Saturday afternoon. Twice married, he leaves by the first marriage, a son and daughter, James of the Northwest, and Mrs. Douglas, who resided in Renfrew county.  Four children and the widow of the second marriage also survive. Allen, on the old homestead; Mrs. Coyne of Dorchester; Mrs. Wismer and Mrs. Pound of St. Thomas, and Mrs. Wm. Webster of London.  He worshipped in the Methodist church and his political leanings were Conservative.
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 6, 1922:
A very highly and much respected resident passed away in the person of Mrs. Mary Jane White, on March 31st, after a two week’s illness. Deceased was in her 86th year. She was born in the township of Yarmouth, but has lived on the farm on which she died for over 50 years. She was the daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Samuel Thompson, of Yarmouth. Mrs. White was twice married.  Her first husband was Mr. Robt. Kerns, of Yarmouth, two sons were born of this union, Henry and Isaac. They predeceased her 40 years ago.  Mr and Mrs Joseph White were married in the year 1862. Two sons and four daughters were born of this union, namely: Mrs. William Webster, at London; Allen White, on the homestead; Mrs. Enos Pound, of Detroit; Mrs. Nelson Cline, of Lyons; Mrs. Tryphena Wismer, of Detroit; and Joseph White, near London. The late Mr. White predeceased her 10 years ago.  Mrs. White was of a very quiet disposition, a member of the Methodist church, and very devoted to her family. The funeral was held from her late residence on Sunday at 3:30 and was very largely attended. Rev. Mr. Huxtable the pastor of the Baptist church conducted the services.  Miss Winnie and Eletha Davidson rendered a very nice selection. The floral offerings were beautiful from the family. The pallbearers were: Messrs. William Kilmer, Wesley Pearce, William Pickard, Judson Caldwell, Isaac Davidson and William Cole. Interment was made in the Jaffa cemetery.
children: James, daughter, John, Mary, George, Nancy, Martha, Tryphena, Joseph, Allen
Joseph’s obituary also states there was a son James by his first marriage and a daughter Mrs. Douglas. There was also a daughter, Mrs. George Beyers.
1.James White (son of Joseph White)
2.Daughter (dau of Joseph White) (Mrs. Douglas)
3.John White (son of Joseph White)
born ca 1854 Malahide
died August 30, 1892 Malahide, age 38 yrs. 4 mos. 24 days; buried in Jaffa
John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 1, 1892, in the Jaffa news column:
The sad death which has been looked for so long of John White occurred this morning at 3 o’clock. Death was undoubtedly a relief, as he has been a long sufferer.  John will be missed as he had many warm friends; won by his kind ways. His aged parents have the sympathy of all in their sad bereavement.
Children of Joseph White, continued:
4.Mary Jane (Jennie) White (dau of Joseph White)
born ca 1863
Married December 18, 1889 William Webster, in Toronto
5.Allen White (son of Joseph White)
born ca 1865
 died July 28, 1937, age 71
Married Jan. 1, 1893 Velma Garner (dau of Matthias Garner & Melissa House)
(Died Aug. 8, 1960, age 93)
Allen & Velma are buried in Aylmer cemetery.  His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 29, 1937:
ALLEN WHITE DIED AT JAFFA
Allen White, well-known and successful farmer of the Jaffa district, died suddenly on Wednesday  morning, July 28th, in his 72nd year. Mr. White went out to the barn to do the chores and when he failed to return to the house, Mrs. White went out to investigate and found her husband dead.  Deceased was born on a farm two miles west of Sparta, but had lived on the farm where he died at Jaffa for the past 63 years.  He was a son of the late Mr and Mrs Joseph White.  Mr. White was a member of the United Church. Surviving are his wife, one brother and three sisters: Joseph, of London; Mrs. Jane Webster, London; Mrs. Kate Pound, Detroit; Mrs. George Beyers, of Ruen, Quebec.  Funeral arrangements had not been completed at the time of going to press.
6.Nancy White
born ca 1868
7.Martha White
born July 19, 1871
died Feb. 12, 1934
Married Sept. 6, 1904 Nelson Cline; buried in Aylmer cemetery
Martha’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 15, 1934:
MRS. NELSON CLINE DIED AT LYONS
Was Born at Jaffa
The death of Mrs. Nelson Cline, who passed away at her home near Lyons early Monday morning, came as a shock to her many friends throughout the district. Mrs. Cline had been poorly during the past ten days, but her condition was not considered serious till a heart attack proved fatal. Mrs. Cline, whose maiden name was Martha White, was born and brought up at Jaffa, a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Joseph White, and was in her sixty-fourth year. She came as a bride to Lyons about thirty years ago, and during her long residence in the vicinity has made a host of friends who deeply regret her passing.  She was a faithful worker in Lyons church and a member of the Willing Workers. Always ready to lend a helping hand to those in trouble, her quiet kindly acts will be missed.  Besides her sorrowing husband, she leaves to mourn her loss, three sisters, Mrs. Webster, of London; Mrs. Wismer and Mrs. Pound, of Detroit; and two brothers, Joseph, of London; and Allen, of Jaffa. The funeral was held from her late home, Lyons, Wednesday afternoon, at two o’clock, with interment in Aylmer cemetery.
8.Tryphena White (dau of Joseph White)
born ca 1874
died December 1934 Detroit, Michigan
Married Dec. 24, 1900 Henry F. Wismer
A brief death notice for Tryphena appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 13, 1934, in the Jaffa news column:
Mr. Allen White received the sad news on Saturday morning, of the death of his youngest sister, Mrs. Tryphena Wismer, of Detroit, formerly of this place. Mr and Mrs White attended the funeral on Monday, in London, accompanied by Mr and Mrs John Liddle Sr., and Mr Harold Liddle.
9.Joseph White (son of Joseph White)
born ca 1873
10.Catherine White (dau of Joseph White)
married January 14, 1897 Enos Orlando Pound, in Aylmer
Benjamin White (son of James & Ann White)
born March 24, 1833 Leeds County, Ontario (or 1846 on the Atlantic Ocean)
died Dec. 17, 1901 Malahide
married February 21, 1859 Christie Ann (Christiana) Powers
born February 21, 1838 Malahide
died March 11, 1917 Jaffa, Elgin County
There is some confusion regarding Benjamin’s age and place of birth.  Census records from 1871 to 1891 put his year of birth between 1836 and 1838. The 1901 census records his birth as March 24, 1833 in Ontario.  His death record in 1901 gives his age as 66 (1835), in Leeds County.  However, family members record his birth as March 24, 1846 on the Atlantic Ocean.  Census records give his place of birth as Ontario. His marriage record indicates his year of birth as 1837, but records his birthplace as Malahide.
Census records for his brother Joseph state that he emigrated in 1847, which tends to support the story that Benjamin was born on the Atlantic Ocean.
Benjamin & Christie Ann are buried in Aylmer cemetery. Buried in the same plot is their son, William James.  No obituary could be found for Benjamin, but Christiana’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 15, 1917:
MRS. CHRISTINA WHITE
Another of Malahide’s old pioneers in the person of Mrs. Christina White passed away on Sunday, the 11th inst., at her home on the 4th concession. Deceased was in her 80th year and all winter has been in poor health, gradually growing weaker and weaker. She leaves to mourn four sons and three daughters: Elmore on the homestead, at Jaffa; John and Frank of Malahide; Edward of Corinth; Mrs. Asa Churchill and Mrs. John Liddle, of Dunboyne; Mrs. Flemming of Yarmouth. The funeral took place on Tuesday at 2 o’clock, from her late residence. Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery.
children of Benjamin: William, Mary, Frank, John, Edward Joseph, Lettie, Laura, Elmore
1.William James White (son of Benjamin)
Born June 24, 1859 Jaffa, Ont.
Died August 13, 1912 Mawota, Saskatchewan (buried in Aylmer)
Married Sept. 23, 1884 Mary Alice Hawley
born Apr. 13, 1867
died July 24, 1962 Detroit (buried in Detroit)
Children: William Lee (1888); George Earle (1890); William C. Murray (1896)
William’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Sun, August 22, 1912: (next page)
The remains of Wm. White, who died suddenly at Wawatan, Sask., arrived here on Sunday last. The train on which the body was conveyed was wrecked by a broken rail at Nicholson, 24 miles west of Chaplean.  None of the passengers were killed, three receiving wounds. Mr. L. D. Marlatt, for whom Mr. White worked, accompanied the body to Elgin.  Mr. Marlatt said Mr. White’s death was very sudden, occurring about 6 o’clock in the evening, and at 8 o’clock he had a message on its way to Mr. White’s relatives.  The deceased was well and favourably known in this locality, the family being one of the best known in East Elgin, and was born in this riding.  It is but two years ago since he went to the west.  He was a member of Elgin Lodge, No. 32, I.O.O.F., St. Thomas. The Aylmer Odd Fellows were communicated with.  On Sunday the remains did not arrive till nearly six o’clock and the body was taken to the home of his mother, near Jaffa, from whence it was interred in Aylmer cemetery on Monday afternoon.  He is survived by his wife; his mother, living at Jaffa; four brothers, Elmore, of Jaffa; E. J. and Frank of Corinth, and John of Dunboyne; three sisters, Mrs. Churchill, and Mrs. Liddle of Dunboyne; and Mrs. Fleming of Yarmouth; also three sons, Lee, Ernest and Murray, of Detroit.
2.Mary Agnes White (dau of Benjamin)
Born Dec. 2, 1861; died Oct. 1, 1936; married John Liddle
See Volume 3 of this series for further information.  Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 8, 1936:
DEATH OF MRS. JOHN LIDDLE SR.
Many Attend Funeral at Home on Third Concession
Mary Agnes White Liddle, beloved wife of John Liddle, Sr., died at the family home on the third concession of Malahide, Thursday morning, October 1st, following an illness of about a year. She was in her 75th year and was born in Yarmouth, a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Benjamin White. She had spent her entire life in Yarmouth and Malahide and for forty-one years had resided in the home where she died.  She was a charter member of the Jaffa Baptist Church, loved and respected by a host of friends.  Besides her husband she is survived by four sons and one daughter: John R., Clarke, Orrie and Harold, all of Malahide; Mrs. Norman Chalk, R.R. 1 Aylmer; also by three brothers: Frank, John and Elmore White, of Malahide; one sister, Mrs. Lettie Fleming, South Yarmouth, nine grandchildren and one great grandson. The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon and was largely attended. A profusion of beautiful floral emblems surrounded the casket, including a pillow from the family; wreath, brothers and sisters; spray, grandchildren; Malahide township council, Jaffa Baptist church; Dunboyne Association and many from friends.  Rev. H. Edgar Allen, of Aylmer, had charge of the service during with James H. Barnum sang “Lead Kindly Light”. The pallbearers were Gordon Gillot, Harley Turrill, Charles McTaggart, Basil Prideaux, Edwin Drysdale and Lee Welter.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
3.Benjamin Franklin White (son of Benjamin)
born April 15, 1865
died April 3, 1952
Married Aug. 27, 1884 Mary Jane Anger (Nov. 6, 1866 – May 25, 1946)
Frank & Mary are buried in Aylmer cemetery.
Children:
1.Myrtle Ann White (1886 – 1958)
2.Charles Arthur White (1888 – 1889)
3.Ethel Alberta White (1890 – 1956)
4.Bernice Frances White (1893 – 1971)
5.Christie Pearl White (1897 – 1963)
6.Harley B. White (1899 – 1972)
4.John Adolphus White (son of Benjamin)
Born November 23, 1868 Jaffa
died September 27, 1953 Copenhagen, Malahide Township
married Dec. 16, 1891 Elizabeth Houghton
John & Elizabeth are buried in Aylmer cemetery.
Children:
1.Lorne Houghton White (1893 – 1972)
2.Gordon Benjamin White (1896 – 1969)
3.Lela Elizabeth White (1899 – 1981)
4.John Adrian White (1902 – 1980)
5.Mary Louise White (1905 – 1989)
6.Neva Evelyn White (born 1907)
7.Nora May White (born 1910)
5.Edward Joseph White (son of Benjamin)
Born Nov. 21, 1870
Died July 18, 1928 Yarmouth
Married Dec. 23, 1891 Velzora May Dexter (1873 – 1941)
Edward & Velzora are buried in St. Thomas Cemetery, West. Ave.
Children: Aletta Joy (1893 – 1978); Berdie Carlista (1894 – 1969)
6.Leticia (Lettie) Alberta White (dau of Benjamin)
born February 28, 1873
died 1951; buried in Aylmer cemetery
Married Jan. 3, 1894 William Fleming
children: Clarence William (1896 – 1970); Blanche Gladys (1903 – 1992)
7.Laura Ann White (dau of Benjamin)
Born March 27, 1875
died April 13, 1932
Married Oct. 11, 1899 Asa Thomas Churchill
Laura & Asa are buried in Dunboyne cemetery. See Volume 3 of this series for more information. Laura’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 21, 1932:
DEATH OF MRS. ASA CHURCHILL
Laura Ann White, relict of the late Asa Churchill, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Hazel Pineo, Sparta Road, on Wednesday, April 15th, in her 58th year. She had been in ill health for a number of years.  Deceased was born at Jaffa, and was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Mrs. White. All her life she had resided at Jaffa and Dunboyne, where she leaves many friends to mourn her death. She was a member of the Jaffa Baptist Church. Her husband predeceased her ten years ago.  One son and two daughters survive: Floyd, of Dunboyne; Mrs. Hazel Pineo, and Mrs. Russell Leeson, Sparta. Three brothers and two sisters: Frank White, Dunboyne; John White, of Copenhagen; Elmore White, Jaffa; Mrs. John Liddle, Dunboyne; Mrs. William Fleming, South Yarmouth. Also her aged mother-in-law, Mrs. Freeman Churchill, Dunboyne. The funeral was held on Saturday, April 16th at 2:30, at the residence of her son, Floyd Churchill, Dunboyne, and was in charge of Rev. H. F. Kennedy, of the Malahide circuit. There was a great number of floral tributes. During the service Mrs. H. F. Kennedy sang “Safe in the Arms of Jesus”, accompanied by Mrs. Welter. Relatives were present from Leamington, Sparta, Frome, Yarmouth Heights, St. Thomas, London and the surrounding community. The pallbearers were Harley White, Lorne White, Edward White, John Liddle Jr., Clarence Fleming and Frank Hobson. Interment took place in the Dunboyne cemetery.
8.Elmore Clark White (son of Benjamin)
born January 26, 1878
died April 12, 1943
married Lavinia Victoria Houghton (born April 21, 1874 – April 9, 1936)
Elmore & Lavinia are buried in Aylmer cemetery. His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 15, 1948: (next page)
ELMORE C. WHITE DIES AT JAFFA
Elmore C. White, of Jaffa, died in St. Thomas Memorial Hospital late Monday afternoon in his 70th year.  He was removed to hospital earlier in the day, after suffering a heart attack.  Mr. White was a well-known resident of the community, having lived there his entire life. He was a son of the late Mr and Mrs Benjamin White. His wife predeceased him in 1935. Mr. White sold his farm several years ago and retained his house and a lot, and continued to reside in the community. He was an adherent of the Jaffa Baptist Church. Surviving are a son, Edward, of Jaffa; a daughter, Mrs. Roy Clunas, of Dundalk; two brothers, Frank, of Dunboyne, and John, of Copenhagen; a sister, Mrs. Lettie Fleming, of South Yarmouth, and five grandchildren. The remains are resting at the Jas. H. Barnum Funeral Home, Aylmer, where services will take place on Thursday at 2:30 p.m.  Interment will follow in the Jaffa Cemetery.
Children:
1.Ada Lavina Victoria White (born Dec. 31, 1900)
2.Edward Clark White (born Aug. 24, 1902 – 1957)
Families from Concession 4, Lot 1:
STAFFORD
Henry Stafford owned 15 acres in the south half of lot 1 from 1856 past 1900.  He also owned 25 acres in the south half of lot 1 from 1869 past 1900.  In lot 2, Henry also owned 50 acres from 1854 to 1903, followed by Hubert Albert Stafford.  Other members of the Stafford families appearing in land records are: Abel (1 acre from 1882-1883 in lot 1); Junius (lot 1, 1899-1900); James (1897, lot 1); Charles (1890-1893, part of lot 3; and property in lot 8 from 1910); and William (lot 18, 1892), and lot 20 (1891), where he is listed as an innkeeper.  In Concession 3, Cornelius Stafford owned part of the south half of lot 12 from 1865 to 1902.
Henry Stafford is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (Div. 2, page 14); 1871 (Div. 2, page 16); 1881 (where is he);; 1891 (Div. 2, page 46); and 1901 (Div. 2, page 5).
Cornelius Stafford is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 1, page 51); 1881 (Div. 1, page 35); 1891 (Div. 1, page 30); and 1901 (Div. 2, page 13).
According to his marriage and death registration, Henry Stafford was born in the Niagara District.  His marriage record states he was the son of Abel & Sophie Stafford.  Census records indicate that other members of the Stafford family lived in Southwold Twsp., Elgin County, including an Abel found on the 1851 Southwold census (Div. 2, page 44), with wife Nancy, age 36, and children: Samuel, 19, Esther Ann, 17, John, 15, Esra, 13, Nancy R., 11, Sarah Jane, 9, Lewis, 6, Anny, 4, and William Jackson, 2.  In 1861, Abel is in the Southwold census (Div. 2, page 6).  He died in 1870 and is buried in Iona Cemetery, along with wife Nancy (died 1869).  Also buried there is Sally, wife of Abel Stafford, died Aug. 15, 1841, age 28. It is not known if  this Abel Stafford in Southwold is the father of Henry of Malahide. Abel’s estate file in 1870 does not name a son Henry.  Also, in the Southwold Township Land papers, there is a grant, dated 1822, for lot 15, North Talbot Road, to Abel Stafford Jr., son of Abel Stafford.  The Abel Jr. named in this grant may be the one who died in 1870.
Another Stafford in Southwold of interest is John B. Stafford, who is buried in the Frome United Church cemetery.  He died June 10, 1873, age 74, (born 1799) a native of Bethel, Vermont, U.S.  He is found on the 1851 Southwold census (Div. 1, page 14), with wife Mary, 51, and a family. Also on page 14 is a Ralph Stafford, age 60, born United States.
Buried in Jaffa cemetery is an Able Stafford, died Dec. 24, 1901; age 78.  (Born 1823).  He could be a brother of Henry.  Able’s wife Elizabeth is also buried in Jaffa (died Dec. 29, 1909, age 70 yrs. 24 days). Her obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 6, 1910:
Mrs. Elizabeth Stafford, relict of the late Abel Stafford, passed away at the residence of her son, Wm. Stafford, of Jaffa, on Wednesday of last week, aged 70 years.  The funeral took place on Sunday at 2 p.m. to the Jaffa cemetery.
Abel’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, Dec. 26, 1901:
Abel Stafford died at his home on the 4th concession of Yarmouth on Tuesday morning, aged 78 years. He has been a long and patient sufferer from gangrene for over six months, so the end was not unlooked for.
Henry Stafford (son of Abel & Sophie)
born November 12, 1828 Niagara District
died June 13, 1917 Malahide; age 89 yrs. 7 mos. 1 day
married June 4, 1859 Clarissa (Clara) Zavitz (dau of Thomas & Mary)
born April 23, 1828 London Township, Middlesex County
died March 8, 1903 Malahide; age 74 yrs. 9 mos. 15 days
Henry & Clarissa were married in Oxford County.  The marriage record gives Henry’s parents names as Abel and Sophie.  Henry & Clarissa  are buried in Orwell cemetery.
Henry’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 21, 1917:
Henry Stafford, an aged and highly respected resident of Malahide, died at his home at Jaffa on Wednesday, June 13.  Deceased, who was in his 90th year, has been practically a lifelong resident of Malahide and is survived by five sons and one daughter: William, of Bothwell; Charles of Yarmouth; Junius, Frank and Herbert of Jaffa; and Mrs. James Williams, Detroit. The funeral was held on Friday at 2 o’clock p.m., and interment took place in the Orwell cemetery.
Clarissa’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 12, 1903:
Mrs. Henry Stafford, of Jaffa, died quite suddenly Sunday evening. She complained of feeling very unwell, and Mr. Stafford went across the road to his son’s for help; when he returned he found her lying on the floor unconscious and she soon expired.
Children of Henry: Omer Zavitz; William, Charles, Junius, Frank, Herbert (Hubert), Bertha
1. Omer Zavitz (son of Clarissa Zavitz Stafford)
born January 1848
died January 15, 1923; age 74 yrs. 11 mos. 15 days
Omer is enumerated with Henry & Clarissa Stafford on the 1861 and 1871 and 1901 census under the surname Stafford. It seems evident that Omer was a son of Clarissa Zavitz, prior to her marriage to Henry Stafford in 1859.  Omer’s death registration (information provided by Hubert Stafford, half brother), that his father was John Stafford, born Malahide and (not given) Zavitz.  It also states that Omer was blind from birth.
Omer’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 18, 1923:
DEATH OF OMER ZAVITZ AT JAFFA
One of the oldest and best known residents of this village passed away Monday afternoon, January 15th, in the person of Mr. Omer Zavitz, at the home of Mr. Hubert Stafford.  Mr. Zavitz was in his 74th year, a great lover of music, and has aided many a gathering at church and home by his selections on his favourite instrument, the violin.  He leaves five brothers, June, Charles, Frank, Hubert Stafford, all of Malahide; and William Stafford, of Bothwell; and one sister, Mrs. James Williams, Detroit. The funeral will be held at the house on Thursday afternoon at two o’clock.
3. Junius Albert Stafford (son of Henry & Clarissa)
born June 17, 1860
died October 22, 1946; buried in Orwell, no marker
married October 19, 1880 Mary Eliza Lawrence (dau of Hiram & Sarah), in Aylmer
born
died February 4, 1954
children: Henry, Hattie
1.Henry (Harry) Clifford Stafford (married Oct. 2, 1912 Mabel White)
2.Hattie May Stafford (born June 3, 1882 Yarmouth)
Married Sept. 4, 1903 George Irvin Bentley
3. William J. Stafford (son of Henry & Clarissa)
born ca 1862 Malahide
died March 24, 1937 Euphemia Twsp., Lambton Co; in his 74th year
married Dec. 7, 1889 Anna Alice Rutledge (dau of John & Margaret Lucinda)
born ca 1870 Walsingham Township
William & Anna were married in North Walsingham Twsp., Norfolk Co.  William was a resident of Malahide at the time of marriage.  Their daughter Beatrice’s birth registration in 1892 states William was a hotel keeper at Orwell.
Children: Claude, Beatrice
1.Claude Bertram Stafford (born Oct. 9, 1890)
2.Beatrice Stafford (born Oct. 28, 1892 Malahide)
4.Charles Colin Stafford (son of Henry & Clarissa)
born 1864
died February 28, 1941 Malahide; in his 77th year
married 1.  Apr. 25, 1891 Alice I. Howse (1866-1930) (dau of Thomas & Phoebe), in Sparta
married 2.  Pauline Shank
Charles’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 6, 1941: (next page)
DEATH OF CHARLES COLIN STAFFORD
Charles Colin Stafford passed away Friday morning, February 28th, at his residence on the Fourth Concession of Malahide in his 77th year.  He had been ill for a year and since Christmas was confined to his home.  His whole life was spentin this district.  He was born on the Stafford homestead at Jaffa, the son of Henry Stafford and Clarissa Zavitz. He was s member of the Canadian Order of Foresters, Port Malahide 606.  His first wife, Alice Howse, died ten years ago.  His second wife, Pauline Shank, survives him.  Others surviving are four sons and two daughters, Mrs. Clara Graves, Toronto; Fred Stafford, Dearborn, Mich; Karl, Aylmer; Ross, St. Catharines; Mrs. Roy Crowdis, Dearborn, Mich; Colin, Malahide; three brothers, Hubert, June and Frank, at Jaffa; and one sister, Mrs. James Williams.  The funeral was held at the residence, Fourth Concession of Malahide, on Monday, March 3rd and was largely attended.  Rev. W. D. Stenlake, of St. Paul’s United Church, Aylmer, had charge and during the service Mr. Jas. H. Barnum sang “Does Jesus Care?”.  Relatives attended from Toronto, Dearborn, Mich; St. Catharines, Tavistock, Stratford, Chatham, St. Thomas, Sparta and Aylmer.  Flowers included a pillow, wreaths, sprays, bouquet: “Husband”, “Father”, Mr and Mrs Ross Stafford and Family; the neighbours; Ramard Social Club, Dearborn; Mr and Mrs Schlammer, Miss Shank and Mr Shank, Albert and Gordon Graves. The pallbearers were Fred Stafford, Karl Stafford, Ross Stafford, Colin Stafford, Roy Crowdis and Lindley Stafford. Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery.
Children of Charles & Alice: Earl, Clara, Fred, Karl, Ross, Alice, Colin
1.Alfred Earl Stafford (born June 22, 1892)
2.Clara Alberta Stafford (married Oct. 13, 1917 Albert Graves)
3.Fred Stafford (1895-1962)
4.Karl Gordon Stafford (Nov. 28, 1897 – 1977)
5.Ross Stafford (born Aug. 24, 1899)
6.Alice Eveline Stafford (born Dec. 28, 1902) (married Roy Crowdis)
7.Colin Stafford (married Marguerite Clunas)
5. Frank Stafford (son of Henry & Clarissa)
born 1868
died 1952 ; buried in Aylmer
married March 12, 1890 Fleety J. Lloyd (dau of Joseph & Fanny), in Mount Salem
born 1869 Bayham township
died 1946
children: Beatrice, Lindley, Grover
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1.Beatrice Beryl Stafford (born Feb. 18, 1891)
married May 8, 1912 Walter Edgar Pickard
2.Lindley Croel Stafford (born February 29, 1896 (or 1897); died 1969)
married Dec. 19, 1917 Mabel Louise Carter
3.Grover Alfred Stafford
born November 5, 1898 Malahide
died Nov. 23, 1920; Lot 2, Con. 4 Malahide; from diabetes
6. Bertha Ellena Stafford (dau of Henry & Clarissa)
born July 20, 1877 Malahide; lived in Detroit, Michigan
married Jan. 1, 1895  James Williams (son of James & Alice), in Jaffa
children: Charles Arlow (born Dec. 7, 1895); Clifford (born Aug. 16, 1898)
7. Hubert Alfred Stafford (son of Henry & Clarissa)
born November 25, 1870
died April 10, 1941; buried in Orwell
married March 6, 1895 Etta J. Follick (dau of George & Lilly Ann), in St. Thomas
born September 6, 1872
died 1950
Hubert’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 17, 1941:
HUBERT STAFFORD
Hubert Stafford, a life-long resident of Jaffa, in Malahide township, died Thursday morning, April 10th, in the Memorial Hospital, St. Thomas, where he had been seriously ill for the past three weeks. He was in his 71st year and has spent his entire life on the farm where he was born, south of Jaffa.  Deceased was an adherent of the Jaffa Baptist church, a member of the Canadian Order of Foresters, Court 208, Aylmer, and of the Macabees.  Surviving are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Nelson Millard, Rodney; Mrs. Icell Leverton, Bayham; two brothers, June and Frank Stafford, of Jaffa; one sister, Mrs. James Williams, of Detroit. Another brother, Charles Stafford, predeceased him one month ago. The funeral was held at the Jas. H. Barnum Funeral Home, Aylmer, on Saturday at 2 o’clock, and was attended by many relatives and friends from Niagara Falls, Fort Erie, Detroit, Tillsonburg, St. Thomas, Rodney, Bayham and Jaffa.  There were many beautiful wreaths and sprays. Rev. L. E. Mason had charge of the service, during which Mr. Barnum sang “Beautiful Isle of Somewhere”, accompanied at the piano by Miss Helen Barnum.  The pallbearers were Colin Stafford, Lindley Stafford, Edgar Pickard, Allen White, Floyd Pearce and Don Forsythe.  Interment took place in the Orwell cemetery. children of Hubert: Hazel, Icell Ellen
1.Hazel Vera Stafford (born April 21, 1898)
Married 1. July 13, 1914 George Frederick Walker
Married 2. ?  Nelson Millard
2.Icel Ellen Stafford (born Mar. 1, 1901)
Married 1.  March 27, 1921 Hiram Clark Robbins (died Aug. 20, 1926)
Married 2. ______Leverton
Cornelius Stafford (son of Frederick & Cornelia)
born May 4, 1823
died June 21, 1906 Binbrook, Wentworth County; age 83
married 1.  Caroline _____
born ca 1821
died November 22, 1882; age 61
married 2.  October 3, 1883 Abigail Cowell
born December 10, 1841 Wentworth Co.
died November 1, 1902; age 61
Cornelius owned property in the south part of lot 12, concession 3, from 1865 to 1902. He is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 1, page 51); 1881 (Div. 1, page 35); 1891 (Div. 1, page 30); and 1901 (Div. 2, page 13).  His marriage record to Abigail in 1883 gives his parents names as Frederick & Cornelia.  Cornelius, and his wives Caroline and Abigail are buried in Dunboyne cemetery.  It appears that following the death of Abigail, Cornelius went to live in Binbrook, Wentworth County, where he died four years later. His relationship to Henry Stafford on Concession 4 is unknown.
A posting on Rootsweb shows Frederick Stafford (born 1773 in New Hampshire; died 1848) married to Cornelia Brink on June 20, 1814.  Frederick was the son of an Abel Stafford (born April 6, 1848) and Rebecca Short.
A death notice for Cornelius appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 28, 1906:
The body of Cornelius Stafford was shipped here from Hamilton on Friday and the funeral took place on Sunday.  He resided near Copenhagen for many years.
Children: Cornelia (born ca 1855)
Families from Lot 2:
MIHELL
Edward Mihell acquired lot 2 (200 acres) in 1839, selling off some in 1853 and the rest in 1855.  He does not appear in any Malahide census records, including 1842.  It is believed that he did not actually reside in Malahide, as no evidence can be found to support it.  He is found on the 1851 census in Caradoc Township, Middlesex County, age 43, with wife Elizabeth, age 46, and children James H., 16, Selina, 14, Sarah A., 12, Margaret J., 10, George A., 8, and Florence, 4.  Both he and his wife Elizabeth were born in England.  Edward’s death registration shows he died on June 3, 1884, age 75 (born ca 1809).  He died in Caradoc Township.
Families from Lot 2:
CUDNEY
Margaret Jane Cudney owned 50 acres in lot 2 from 1853 to 1867, with John Cudney as a tenant from 1865 to 1867.  John then owned the property from 1867 to 1875.  On the 1861 Malahide census (page 31), there is a John Cudney, age 17, and William Cudney, age 13. They are living with Henry Walker, age 52, and wife Margaret, age 50.  On page 33, there is a James Cudney, age 23, and on page 84, another James Cudney, age 30.  In the 1871 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 13), there is Margaret Cudney, age 60, with John, age 27, and William, age 21.
Records show that Margaret Jane was the wife of Joseph Cudney, and following his death, was married to Henry Walker.  Joseph & Margaret are buried in Dunboyne cemetery.
Joseph Cudney’s will is found in Elgin County Land Registry office records, dated March 16, 1849 (Instrument # 288), on lot 2, concession 4.  Margaret’s will is also found registered there, dated June 12, 1871.  Her estate file (#478) is found in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records, with a date of death as July 23, 1873, not June. Her death registration confirms the date of death as June 23, 1873.
Joseph Cudney
born ca 1799
died March 28, 1848 [or 1849] Malahide; age 49 yrs. 3 mos. 26 days
married Margaret Jane _________
born ca 1811
died June 23, 1873 Malahide; age 61 yrs. 9 mos. 4 days
children: Ezekial, John B., Wm. Henry, Joseph, Phebe, Caroline, Alvira, Margaret Jane, Mary Ann
1. Ezekial Cudney (son of Joseph)
There is a death registration for an Ezekial Cudney, died Feb. 9, 1899, age 63, in Port Colborne, Lincoln Co. He was married, and born in Grantham Twsp., Lincoln County.
2. John B. Cudney (son of Joseph)
born ca 1844 Lincoln County
died March 26, 1907 Lot 10, South Gore, Malahide, age 63
married Aug. 29, 1874 Rosena Secord, (dau of William & Susan); in St. Thomas
born August 1855 Seneca Twsp., Haldimand Co.
Died August 1916; buried in Dunboyne cemetery
John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 28, 1907:
Mr. John Cudney who lived just south of town was suddenly stricken with paralysis on Monday last and died on Tuesday.  He was 63 years of age and a good citizen.  The funeral takes place this afternoon to Dunboyne where the interment will take place.
3. William Henry Cudney (son of Joseph)
born November 1, 1847 Elgin County
died March 22, 1920 Port Burwell, Ont.;  buried in St. Luke’s cemetery, Vienna
married May 22, 1878 Mary Thompson (dau of William & Mary); in Port Burwell
born 1859 Port Burwell
died 1954
William was residing in Port Burwell at the time of marriage.  He was a ship caulker.  The marriage registration states he was born in Niagara.
William’s death registration gives his occupation as fisherman.  His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 25, 1920:
William Cudney, an aged and well-known resident of Pt. Burwell, passed away early Monday morning.  He suffered a severe paralytic stroke a few days previous and gradually sank.  He was been a resident of the Port for more than forty years and had played a prominent part in public affairs, his last office being school trustee.  He is survived by his wife and two grown-up daughters.
4. Joseph Cudney (son of Joseph)
born ca 1839
died May 25, 1847; age 8 years; buried in Dunboyne cemetery
5. Phebe Cudney (dau of Joseph)
born
died May 14, 1854; buried in Dunboyne cemetery
6. Caroline Cudney (dau of Joseph)
married March 9, 1856 Eliezer Deacon
7. Alvira Cudney (dau of Joseph)
born 1841 Norwich, Oxford Co.
married April 24, 1860 Dereham Mills (son of Hiram & Emmeline); in Oxford Co.
Born 1839 Yarmouth
Alvira and Dereham were married in Oxford County. He was living in Yarmouth at the time, and Alvira was a resident of Malahide.  They moved to Michigan, where they are found on the 1880 census in Lynn, St. Clair County, with children John B., 17, born Canada; and Cora J., 10, born Michigan.
8. Margaret Jane Cudney (dau of Joseph)
born 1834 Canada
married Edward Shipley
Edward & Margaret moved to Michigan where they are found on the 1880 census in Fort Gratiot, St. Clair County, with children Joseph, 25, and Colin E., 11, both born in Canada
9. Mary Ann Cudney (dau of Joseph)
Families from Lot 2:
ARTHURS
Thomas M. Arthurs owned 50 acres in lot 2 from 1875 past 1900.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1881 (Div. 2, page 60); 1891 (Div. 2, page 46), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 1).
Thomas M. Arthurs (son of William & Frances)
born March 20, 1842 Ireland
died June 30, 1920 Malahide; age 78 yrs. 3 mos. 10 days
married Sept. 15, 1869 Eliza Jane Davis; in Yarmouth
born March 15, 1840 Yarmouth
died July 7, 1928 Aylmer; age 88 yrs. 3 mos. 22 days
Thomas was residing in Yarmouth at the time of his marriage, and was a grocer.  His parents were William Arthurs and Frances McCutcheon, both born in Ireland.  Eliza was also a resident of Yarmouth, the daughter of Richard Davis & Emaline (Emily) Tozer.  The 1901 census indicates that Thomas immigrated to Canada in 1844.  Thomas, Eliza, Frances and Edward are buried in Orwell cemetery.
Eliza’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 12, 1928:
MRS. THOMAS ARTHURS
The death of Mrs. Thomas Arthurs occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harvey Leslie, Aylmer, on Saturday noon, July 7th, after an illness of some six weeks.  She was in her 89th year and was a member of the Jaffa Baptist Church.  Deceased was born in Yarmouth township.  Her husband predeceased her eight years ago. She is survived by one son, William Arthurs, of Windsor, and one daughter, Mrs. Harvey Leslie, Cedar street, Aylmer, from whose home the funeral was held on Monday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. There were many floral tributes and the service was in charge of Rev. J. C. Dunlop, who was assisted by Rev. H. Edgar Allen, of Aylmer.  Interment took place in the Orwell cemetery.
Children of Thomas & Eliza: William, Florence, Frances, Edward Albert
1. William F. Arthurs (son of Thomas)
born ca 1871
married March 22, 1893 Mary L. Elgie (dau of Henry T. & Sarah Jane); in Aylmer
children:
1.Aleta Meryl Arthurs (born June 1, 1896)
2.Florence Mary Arthurs (born June 14, 1898)
3.Ida Ethel Arthurs (born February 1, 1900)
4.William Elgie Arthurs (born January 3, 1902)
2. Florence E. Arthurs (dau of Thomas)
born ca 1874
died October 5, 1896 Malahide; age 23
married January 1, 1895 Frank E. Howse (son of Thomas & Phoebe)
born ca 1869
died December 29, 1899 Malahide; age 32, of tuberculosis
children:
1.Jessie Elsie Howse
born November 21, 1895
married April 26, 1923 Lloyd Paupst
3. Frances Euseba Arthurs (dau of Thomas)
born September 2, 1874 Yarmouth (or Malahide)
died December 14, 1960
married 1. October 21, 1896 Frank Earnest Howse; in Springfield
Frank was the son of Thomas Howse & Phoebe Moote, and was the widower of Frances’ sister Florence.  Frances is a widow on the 1901 census with her parents. (Frank died Dec. 29, 1899).
married 2.  December 20, 1916 Frank M. Burse (died January 3, 1919)
married 3.  July 6, 1927 John Harvey Leslie, of Fergus
Frances’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 14, 1960:
MRS. LESLIE PASSES AWAY
A lifelong resident of this community, Mrs. J. Harvey Leslie, 16 Cedar Street, died Wednesday morning, Dec. 14, at her home. She was 86 and had been in ailing health for two years. Born in Malahide Township Sept. 2, 1874, a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Thomas Arthurs who lived here, Mrs. Leslie was the former Frances Arthurs.  She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church; the Jaffa Ladies’ Aid and the Women’s Federation of St. Paul’s church. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Arthur Howse of Niagara Falls, N.Y., and Oliver Howse, of R.R. 5 Aylmer; one daughter, Mrs. Lloyd (Jessie) Paupst of Royal Oak, Mich.; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.  Rev. Fred Bayes of St. Paul’s church will conduct the service Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Hughson Funeral Home. Burial in Orwell cemetery.
children: Arthur, Oliver
1.Thomas Arthur Howse
born January 5, 1897 Malahide
married Aug. 14, 1898 Elva E. Newton
Thomas was a public school teacher residing in Malahide at the time of marriage.
2.Oliver Edward Howse
born December 3, 1898
died July 5, 1980 (or 1981); buried in Orwell
married 1. August 25, 1920 Stella Mae Newton (died April 17, 1940)
married 2.  Edith E. _____ (1911-1972)
4. Edward Albert Arthurs (son of Thomas)
born March 11, 1876
died February 2, 1915
Edward’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, Feb. 11, 1915:
The funeral of the late Edward Arthurs, was held at the Baptist church on Thursday last.  Besides his parents, he leaves one sister, Mrs. F. Howe, of the village, and one brother, Wm., of St. Thomas.  Interment took place at Orwell.
Families from Lot 3:
GLOVER
John Glover owned 100 acres (the north half) of Lot 3 from 1868 to 1871, followed by Mrs. Glover, presumably his widow, from 1872 to 1875.  From 1876 to 1880, the property is owned by Mrs. Elias Hill, (who was John Glover’s remarried widow), followed by Nelson Burgess from 1881 to 1885.  Nelson was the husband of Edith Glover, John’s daughter.
John Glover was born in Devonshire, England, the son of William Glover and Elizabeth Mountjoy, who were married on April 10, 1825 in the parish of Milton Damerell, Devonshire.  William and Elizabeth are found on the 1841 census in Milton Damerell, Devonshire, England, with children Elizabeth, 11, William, 6, and Samuel, 1.  Son John is an agricultural apprentice, age 15,  living with  the family of Richard Allin, farmer, in the parish of Holsworthy, Devon.  Also living in that household are Uriah Yelland, 15, and William Wonnacott, 13, also apprentices.  It is interesting to note that both the surnames Yelland and Wonnacott later appear in Elgin County.
The Glover family immigrated to Canada sometime between 1841 and 1851.  William & Elizabeth, with son John, are found on the 1851 census in Southwold Township, Elgin County (Div. 1, page 2), in the Port Stanley area.  For some reason, the rest of the children are enumerated in Div. 3, page 101: Elizabeth, 22; Thomas, 17; Samuel, 12, and Susan, 6.   William & Elizabeth, with children William, 27; Samuel, 21, and Susan, 16, are found on the 1861 Southwold census (Div. 5, page 13).
It appears that John Glover was the only member of William & Elizabeth’s family to live in Malahide, where he is found in census records: 1861 (page 47), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 15).  Following John’s death in 1871, his widow Huldah was married to Elias Hill in 1873, and is found with him on the1881 census in Aylmer (page 56). By 1891, Huldah is again a widow, living in Aylmer (Div. 1, page 19).
John & Huldah had two children, John H. & Edith H.  John appears in the 1881 census in Aylmer (Div.  1, page 34), a merchant.  On the 1891 Aylmer census (Div. 1, page 21), he is a hardware dealer.
Edith married Nelson Burgess and they are found in the 1891 Aylmer census (Div. 1, page 19), where Nelson is a boot & shoe dealer.
John H. Glover served as a councillor for the Town of Aylmer from 1897 to 1899.  He served as  mayor in 1900 and 1901.
William Glover
born 1799 Devonshire, England
died June 4, 1890 Southwold Township, Elgin Co., age 91 years, 4 mos. 20 days
married April 10, 1825 Elizabeth Mountjoy, in Milton Damerell, Devonshire
born 1804
died September 19, 1874 Southwold Township, age 70 years, 7 months
William & Elizabeth are buried in Union Cemetery, Yarmouth township.  William’s estate file is # 1743 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.
Children: John, Elizabeth, William, Samuel, Susan, Mary
John (see next page)
Elizabeth Glover (born 1830 Devonshire, England; died June 26, 1873; married ____Lethbridge)
William Glover (born ca 1834 Devonshire, married Dec. 5, 1864 Elizabeth Magill)
Samuel Glover (born ca 1840 Devonshire, married Feb. 25, 1862 Margaret Moore)
Susan Glover (born ca 1845 Elgin County, married Jan. 28, 1873 James Yeo; lived in Zorra Twp)
Mary Glover (married Oct. 14, 1847 George Durdle, lived in South Dorchester).  Although Mary is named as a daughter in her father’s will, she does not appear with them in the 1851 and 1861 census). There is a death registration for Mary Durdle, died Nov. 24, 1898 in Malahide, age 78, widow, born Devonshire; She is buried in Mapleton cemetery.  Her age puts her date of birth at 1820, five years before her parents were married.  It is therefore possible that her father was married before.
George & Mary are found on the 1851 census in S. Dorchester
John Glover (son of William Glover & Elizabeth Mountjoy)
born April 8, 1826 Milton Damerel, Devonshire, England
died November 18, 1871 Malahide Township, Elgin County; age 45 yrs. 7 mos. 10 days
married December 6, 1854 Huldah Burgess (dau of Chancey Burgess & Sophia Ann Wheeler)
born 1835
died August 29, 1916 Toronto, Ontario, age 80
John & Huldah are buried in Union Cemetery, Yarmouth Township. John’s estate file is #880 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  Following John’s death, Huldah was married to Elias Hill (son of Charles & Hope) on June 9, 1873.  Huldah died in Toronto at 457 Euclid Avenue, which is the address for Grace Hospital.  Huldah’s obituary is found in the Hill family chapter.
Children: Edith, John, Kate
1. Edith Huldah Glover (dau of John & Huldah)
born May 26, 1852 Union, Yarmouth Township; died June 5, 1944 Springfield, Ontario
married Nelson Burgess (born 1849; died October 10, 1910 Toronto, Ontario, age 61)
Nelson is buried in Union cemetery in the same plot as his mother-in-law.  Edith’s name does not appear on the monument.  Edith’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 14, 1944:
MRS. EDITH BURGESS DIES IN 93RD YEAR
Springfield’s Grand Old Lady Passes.  Born at Union.
Springfield loses a grand old lady in the passing of Mrs. Edith Hulda Burgess.  Mrs. Burgess was the daughter of the late John and Hulda Glover, and was born in Union in 1852.  She spent the early part of her life in Aylmer until 1878 when she married Nelson Burgess who was postmaster and also operated a general store, including a tailor shop in Springfield. Later they sold their business and moved to Aylmer, where they conducted a general store with Stewart and Poustie, as partners. They retired from business and took up residence in Toronto, where Mr. Burgess died in 1910. The last fifteen years she has made her home in Springfield with her sister-in-law, Mrs. Alice Burgess.  Mrs. Burgess was in her 93rd year, having celebrated her 92nd birthday on May 26th.  She was a member of the Old Methodist Church in Aylmer, having joined in 1888. She led a very active life and enjoyed meeting and conversing with her many friends. Mrs. Burgess had been in poor health for the past 5 months but didn’t become confined to her bed until three weeks ago, passing away on June 5th. She is survived by her sister-in-law Mrs. Alice Burgess; six nephews, John Glover, Tillsonburg; Carmen Burgess, of Brownsville; Clarence Burgess, Tonawanda, N.Y.; Harold and Ervin Burgess, Springfield; Nelson Burgess, of Aylmer; one niece, Mrs. Harry Glover, of Toronto. The funeral was held on Wednesday, from her late residence, with Rev. Ross Hare officiating. Interment took place in the Union cemetery.
2. John Herbert Glover (son of John & Huldah)
born September 9, 1859 Malahide or Aylmer
died April 24, 1929 Wellington Street, Aylmer, age 69 yrs. 7 mos. 15 days
married 1.  April 12, 1882 Estella Nellis (dau of Robert & Mary), in Aylmer
Born March 17, 1859
Died September 28, 1901 Aylmer
married 2.  Sept. 25, 1906 Margaret Elizabeth Knight, in Springfield.
Born
died July 20, 1936 Mantowaning, Ontario
Margaret Knight was the daughter of Philip Knight & Nancy Decow.  John & Margaret are buried in Aylmer cemetery, but there is no monument.  John served on Aylmer Town Council first as a councillor, then as Mayor in 1900 and 1901.  He was a hardware merchant.  His death registration gives his occupation as mail carrier.
John’s obituary appeared in the St. Thomas Times-Journal, April 25, 1929:
JOHN H. GLOVER WAS ONCE AYLMER MAYOR
Prominent Resident Succumbs After Brief Illness in Seventieth Year
A prominent citizen of Aylmer passed away yesterday at his home on Wellington street in the person of John H. Glover, a former mayor and councillor of the town.  Mr. Glover, who was in his seventieth year, had been ill for several weeks.  Born in Aylmer, he had spent a few years at Jaffa, but lived for many years in his native town where he took a very active part in municipal affairs. For many years he conducted a hardware business in the store now occupied by Mr. Munn.  He was a former director of the Aylmer Pump and Steel Company. Mr. Glover, who had many friends in the town and district, who will regret to hear of his death, was a Liberal in politics, also a member of the A.F. and A.M. 140 lodge, and a member of the Anglican church. Mr. Glover is survived by his widow and two sons, Harry Glover, of Toronto; and John Glover of Aylmer; also one sister, Mrs. Nelson Burgess, of Aylmer.  Mr. Glover was married twice, his first wife predeceasing him twenty years ago. Interment will be in the Aylmer cemetery.
Children: Louis, Harry, John K., John H.
1.Louis John Glover (son of John & Estella)
Born June 7, 1883; died August 24, 1905 Aylmer
2.Harry Nellis Glover (son of John & Estella)
Born May 27, 1888; died July 17, 1936 Toronto
married December 1924 Amanda Goebel
3.John Knight Glover (son of John & Margaret)
Born December 31, 1907; died December 31, 1907
4.John H. Glover (son of John & Margaret)
born August 1910
married October 30, 1934 Elva Fick
Families from Lot 3:
LAWRENCE
Charles Lawrence owned 5 acres in the south half of lot 3 from 1867 to 1874; and 95 acres in the south half of lot 3 from 1868 to 1870.  Hiram B. Lawrence appears in land records in 1883 in lot 1.  Charles Lawrence does not appear in Malahide census records, therefore it is believed he actually lived in Yarmouth Township, where he is found on the 1871 census, age 52.
Charles Lawrence is buried in West Ave Cemetery, St. Thomas.  He died on July 17, 1874, age 55 years, 6 months.  His tombstone records that he was a native of the Isle of Wight, England.  Buried with him is his wife, Hannah, who was born July 12, 1826 and died February 12, 1913.  They were married on July 11, 1855.  She was the daughter of Thomas Zavitz and Mary Moore.  Following Charles’ death, she was remarried to James Sisk on March 14, 1876.
Charles may have been married previously.  The Caleb Burdick register records a marriage between Charles Lawrence and Mary Lewis, both of Yarmouth, on May 1, 1849.  In the Old English cemetery in St. Thomas, there is buried a Mary, wife of Charles Lawrence, born Dec. 16, 1823, died Nov. 20, 1849.
Hiram Lawrence (relationship to Charles unknown, possibly a brother) was married to Sarah A. Ferris of Yarmouth on December 7, 1856.  Their daughter Mary Eliza  married Junius Albert Stafford, of Malahide, in 1880.
Families from Lot 4, 5, 6 and 7:
BACKHOUSE
Members of the Backhouse family owned large portions of land in lot 4, 5, 6 and 7, from an early date.  In fact, Henry Backhouse received a Crown Patent for lot 4 in 1828, and the north half of lot 6 in 1853.  Thomas Backhouse received a Crown Patent for lot 5 in 1828, and William in 1816 for lot 7.  Thomas also owned 50 acres in the south half of lot 1.  Later generations of the Backhouse family continued to own much of these properties into the 1870’s.   A complete listing of the various transactions can be found in the first section of this publication.
Members of the Backhouse family are found in Malahide census records as follows:
1861: Henry (page 33); Thomas (page 31); William (page 33); Izatus (page 33).
1871: Thomas (Div. 2, page 12); William (Div. 2, page 17), and John Backus (Div. 2, page 24).
Henry Backhouse was the only son of Colonel John Backhouse by his second wife, Jane Moore. Information about other members of the John Backhouse family can be found in Volume 1 of this series.  The William Backhouse found on Concession 4 was the eldest son of Col. John Backhouse by his first marriage to Margaret Longbottom. Information on his family will also be presented in this section.
William Backhouse (son of Col. John Backhouse & Margaret Longbottom)
born May 7, 1779 England
died
married Hannah McMichael
William received a Crown Patent for Lot 7, Concession 4 in 1816.
Children: George, John, James J.
1. George H. Backhouse (Rev.) (son of William & Hannah)
Born April 11, 1813 Norfolk County
died November 10, 1897 Bayham Township, Elgin County
married Elizabeth ______
born May 9, 1809 Digby Co., Nova Scotia
died April 17, 1888 Bayham Township, Elgin County
George & Elizabeth are buried in Estherville Cemetery, Bayham Township.
George’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 18, 1897:
Rev. George H. Backhouse, one of the earliest pioneers of Bayham, died at his home near Griffin’s Corners, on Thursday last, being in his 85th year.  All of his children, six sons and two daughters, survive him. They are: William, of Port Burwell; Butler of Eden; Rev. George, of Welland County; Rev. Benjamin and Thomas of Griffin’s Corners, and Rev. Wesley, stationed near his brother George.  Three of the brothers belong to the ministry of the United Brethren Church, as did their father. The daughters, Mrs. H. McKenney and Mrs. M. Johnston, reside in Michigan and Avon, (Ont.), respectively.  Mr. A. H. Backhouse, of this place, is a nephew of deceased, who was known and respected throughout the vicinity as an upright Christian man.  His remains were interred in the Baptist cemetery at Port Burwell on Sunday morning.
2. John A. Backhouse (son of William & Hannah)
3. James Jackson Backhouse (son of William & Hannah)
born 1821
died February 1, 1855, age 34 yrs. 2 mos. 19 days
married June 19, 1843 Mary Jane Saxton (died Dec. 6, 1870, age 45 yrs. 11 mos)
James lived on lot 7, concession 4.  He is buried in Dunboyne cemetery.  Following James’ death, Mary Jane was married to John VanVelzer on February 10, 1857.
children: John, Russell, Hannah, Margaret
1.John SaxtonBackhouse
Born May 21, 1844 Malahide
died Sept. 26, 1925 Southwold Twsp, Elgin Co.; buried in Dunboyne
married Jane Phelps
2.Russell Backhouse (lived near Port Rowan)
3.Hannah Ann Backhouse (married Feb. 28, 1872 Alvin Parker)
4.Margaret E. Backhouse (1853-1932) (married George E. Butler)
Henry Moore Backhouse (son of Col. John Backhouse & Jane Moore)
born 1797 Walsingham Township, Norfolk County
died November 13, 1863; age 66
married December 29, 1818 Hannah Smith
born ca 1800
died November 29, 1865
Henry & Hannah are buried in Dunboyne cemetery.  Henry’s death resulted from being kicked by a horse in July 1863.  He was an active member of the Baptist church.  His estate file is #102 in the Elgin County Surrogate court records.
children: Thomas, Jane, Esther, Henry Izatus, William, Alvinzi, Jugurtha
1. Thomas Backhouse (son of Henry & Hannah)
born 1820
died January 28, 1887; age 66 yrs. 4 mos; buried in Dunboyne
married Sarah Jane Merritt
born 1820; died January 30, 1890, age 69 yrs. 1 mo. 19 days
Thomas lived on lot 1, concession 4.  In 1856 he gave one acre of land from his farm to the Trustees of the Methodist Episcopal church (now the site of the Jaffa cemetery).
Children: Almira, Wallace, John, Orpha
1.Almira Backhouse (born ca 1844; married November 4, 1863 Paris A. Dean)
2.Wallace Backhouse (born ca 1846)
3.John Backhouse (born ca 1853)
4.Orpha Naoma Backhouse (born ca 1858 Malahide)
married Dec. 15, 1880 Nathan P. Durkee (son of Nathan & Eunice)
2. Jane Backhouse (dau of Henry & Hannah)
born 1823
died February 10, 1904; age 81 yrs. 1 mo. 17 days; buried in Dunboyne
married George Scealey (born 1823; died May 18, 1894; age 71 yrs. 2 mos. 8 days)
children: Hannah, Henryetta
1.Hannah Scealey (born 1851; died Oct. 28, 1885; age 34 yrs. 11 mos; buried in Dunboyne)
married Alfred Lee
2.Henryetta Scealey (born ca 1854)
3.Esther Backhouse (dau of Henry & Hannah)
Born ca 1826
married John Watts
John & Esther moved to Wisconsin and later Kansas. See Volume 3 of this series for further information under the Watts family.
4. Henry Izatus Backhouse (son of Henry & Hannah)
born December 14, 1831
died April 19, 1909 Onaway, Michigan
married Margaret Stafford (dau of Abel & Sophia)
born 1825
died April 18, 1897 Watertown, Sanilac Co., Michigan
children: William, Patrick, George, Mary, Fanny, Ernest
1.William Henry Backhouse (son of Izatus & Margaret)
Born ca 1850 Malahide
died 1947 Michigan
2.Patrick Llewellyn Backhouse (son of Izatus & Margaret)
born October 13, 1851 Malahide
died August 1, 1930
3.George B. Backhouse (son of Izatus & Margaret)
Born May 20, 1858 Malahide
died July 4, 1892
4.Mary Backhouse (dau of Izatus & Margaret)
Born 1860 Malahide
died 1916 Michigan
married John Ross
5.Fanny Backhouse (dau of Izatus & Margaret)
born 1863 Malahide
died 1940
married John Cook
6.Ernest Albert Backhouse
born February 16, 1865 Malahide
died April 27, 1939 Applegate, Michigan
5. William Alashraf Backhouse (son of Henry & Hannah)
born December 25, 1833; died July 14, 1906; buried in Dunboyne
married 1.  Oct. 29, 1854 Sarah Fitzgerald, of Bayham
(Born Sept. 5, 1831; died August 1, 1869)
married 2.  Jan. 1, 1871 Agnes Campbell (died Nov. 22, 1916 in her 63rd year)
children: (1st  marriage) John, Rachel, Hannah;  (2nd  marriage) Sarah, Janet, James
1.John Edward Backhouse [Backus]  (son of William & Sarah)
born August 25, 1856
died September 16, 1946; buried in West Ave Cemetery, St. Thomas
married Lucy Ann Marshall (died March 4, 1922 in her 63rd year)
children: Norma B’etta, Dora Idella, Nellie, Cora Jane, John Edward, Alvin
1.Norma B’etta Backus (married John Ellison; no children)
2.Dora Idella Backus (born Feb. 2, 1876) Married Thomas Edward Edgeworth
3.Nellie Backus (died at age 8)
4.Cora Jane Backus (born July 4, 1879) m. June 21, 1907 Charles Tower Chute
5.John Edward Backus (married Florence Finch)
6.Alvin Backus (died March 4, 1878, age 1 month; buried in Dunboyne)
2.Rachel Backhouse (dau of William & Sarah)
Born April 4, 1858; died March 19, 1929
married 1.  David Westover;  married 2.  Mr. Hegler
3.Hannah Paulina Backhouse (dau of William & Sarah)
Born March 10, 1861; died January 31, 1946
married 1.  James Coutts;  married 2.  Mr. Oldham
4.Sarah Jane Backhouse (dau of William & Agnes)
Born October 19, 1874; died April 19, 1932; buried in Dunboyne
married William Simmons (1866-1943)
5.Janet Elisabeth Backhouse (dau of William & Agnes)
Born May 29, 1877; died December 23, 1937
married George H. McKay
6.James William Backhouse (son of William & Agnes)
Born January 7, 1880; died 1964; farmed south of Jaffa; buried in Aylmer
married Elva Hegler
Children: George Harvey, Homer Franklin, Edith May
6. Alvinzi Backhouse (son of Henry & Hannah)
born 1840
died July 29, 1902; age 62 yrs. 2 mos. 10 days; buried in Aylmer
married Feb. 18, 1862 Margaret Westover (dau of Amasa & Cynthia)
born 1838; died May 15, 1906; age 68; buried in Aylmer cemetery
Alvinzi’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 31, 1902:
After a three years illness from creeping paralysis and a battle for life against the dread disease, Mr. Alvinzi Backhouse passed peacefully away at his home on Victoria Street on Tuesday, 29th inst., in his 63rd year. Deceased was born in Malahide, where he resided over 30 years, the balance of his life being spent in the township of Warwick.  He was known by all as a man of honesty, and upright Christian character and was also a kind husband and father.  He came to Aylmer about three years ago, and has since been gradually failing in health until the end came.  Besides a widow, two daughters are left to mourn his removal, viz: Mrs. J. J. Lamb, of Aylmer, and Loretta, at home. Two brothers and two sisters also survive him; viz: William,of Malahide; and Izedus, of Michigan; Mrs. Sealy, of Pt. Dover; and Mrs. Watts, of Oklahoma.  He was a faithful and consistent member of the Methodist church for nearly forty years. The services will be held at the house on Thursday, (today) at 2 p.m. and will be conducted by Rev. Mr. Irving, of Lambeth, assisted by Rev. Mr. McAlister.  The interment will be at Aylmer cemetery, and conducted by the Masonic order, of which deceased was a member.
Children of Alvinzi: Dora, Loretta
1.Dora Backhouse (1863-1934) married John J. Lamb; buried in Aylmer
2.Loretta May Backhouse (born 1867; died Nov. 23, 1958, age 91), married George H. Caughell; buried in Aylmer
7. Jugurtha S. Backhouse (son of Henry & Hannah)
born ca 1843
died September 15, 1899  London, age 56
married May 24, 1867 Johana Symons (dau of Joseph & Jane)
children: Estella, Henry, Elma, Lois, Eldred
Jugurtha’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 21, 1899:
Mr. Jugurtha Backhouse, an old resident of Dunboyne, died very suddenly on Friday last at the London Hospital. Death was due to an apoplectic fit.  The remains were brought by train to Aylmer on Monday, and taken to Dunboyne cemetery for interment.
Families from Lot 6:
HOWSE
Thomas Howse owned 100 acres, the north half of lot 6, from 1870 to 1893, followed by his widow Phoebe from 1894 to 1896.  The property then passed to their son Frank E., from 1896 to 1898, followed by Richard F. Howse who owned it past 1900.
Thomas is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 14); 1881 (Div. 2, page 46); 1891 (Div. 2, page 44).
Thomas Howse was the son of Frederick Howse (House) (1796-1881) and his wife Mary Kindree (1800-1871), both buried in Dunboyne cemetery.  More information about Frederick & Mary can be found in Volume 1 of this series.
Thomas Kindree Howse (son of Frederick Howse & Mary Kindree)
born August 9, 1824
died March 6, 1894; age 69 years, 5 mos; buried in Luton
married Phoebe Moot (dau of Richard Christopher Anthony Beake Moot & Ruth Youmans)
born 1828 Niagara Twsp., Lincoln Co., Ontario
died February 12, 1901; age 73
Thomas’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 8, 1894:
Mr. Thomas K. Howse died at his home on the 4th concession of Malahide, on Tuesday morning last, from the effects of a stroke of paralysis. Although he was 69 years old, he was exceedingly smart up to the time he received the fatal stroke, which was on Saturday morning last, about 7 o’clock, just as he had risen from his bed. His son Frank, who heard him fall, went into his room and helped him up. The old gentleman said there was nothing much wrong, and did not want them to go for the Dr., but his speech soon began to get thick, and he was unable to speak, never regaining the power, but passing quietly away about 1 o’clock Tuesday morning.  Mr. Thomas Howse was a resident of the section in which he died, for over thirty years, twenty-four of which were spent on his present farm.  For the past twenty-five years he has been a consistent member of the Methodist church, and for twenty years has been an honoured class leader, and prominent worker in every church work.  He lived the life he professed, and was highly esteemed and respected by all who knew him. Besides an aged partner he leaves five sons and two daughters: Frederick of Corinth; Truman, of Minnesota; John, across the road from the old homestead, and Morgan and Frank, at home; Mrs. Charles Stafford and Mrs. Fred Garner.  The funeral took place yesterday at 2:30 at Luton, and notwithstanding the bad roads was largely attended.  Malahide and the Malahide Methodist church lose a good man, by the death of Mr. Thomas K. Howse.
children of Thomas: Mary, Frederick, William, Jacob, Leonard, Alberta, Alice, Frank
1. Mary M. Howse (dau of Thomas & Phoebe)
born October 2, 1851
died November 20, 1867; age 16 yrs. 1 mo. 18 dys; buried in Luton
2. Frederick Richard Howse (son of Thomas & Phoebe)
born 1853 Norwich, Ontario
died April 21, 1926; buried in Aylmer
married Adeline Bagnall (dau of Hosea & Sarah)
born 1861
died December 1948, age 87
Frederick Richard’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 29, 1926:
THE FUNERAL OF RICHARD FREDERICK HOWSE
Well Known Jaffa Resident Died in London Hospital
The funeral of Richard Frederick Howse, who died in a London hospital on Wednesday, April 21st, was held from his late residence, 4th concession of Malahide, on Friday, April 23rd, 1926 at 2 o’clock and was largely attended. He was born in Norwichville, seventy-two years ago and had lived half a century on the Howse homestead, engaged in farming.  He was the eldest son of the late Thomas K. Howse and Phoebe Moot.  Mr. Howse was a man of sterling character, quite and unassuming, and of a kind disposition.  He was actively interested in church work, being superintendent of the Sunday School and teacher of the Bible Class in the Jaffa Methodist Church for a number of years.  He was a member of the Canadian Order of Foresters, and in politics had been a staunch Liberal all his life.  Besides his wife, who was formerly Miss Adeline Bagnall, there are left two sons, Thomas K., of Malahide; Jacob M., of Kingsmill; seven daughters, Mrs. Carrie Hale, of Malahide; Mrs. J. Elgie, of Vancouver; Mrs. Bruce VanPatter, of Comber; Misses Mary, Addie, Claire and Virginia, at home; one brother, Jacob T. Howse, and one sister, Mrs. Charles Stafford, of Malahide. The bearers were Mr. Fred Howse, Mr. Derwin Howse, of St. Thomas; Mr. George Howse, of Aylmer; Mr. George Howse, of West Lorne; Mr. Oliver Howse, of Malahide, and Mr. Blake Miller, of Aylmer. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. W. Moores and Rev. E. Shaw of Luton.  Appropriate music was rendered by Mrs. Charles Prior of Sparta.  Interment took place in the family plot at the Aylmer cemetery.
children: Louisa, Mary Frances, Fredda, Thomas K., Jacob, Edith, Virginia, Carrie, Addie
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1.Louisa Caroline Alberta Howse (dau of Frederick & Adeline)
born May 3,  1880
died November 1959; age 79
married 1. June 15, 1911 William Mahlon Hale
married 2.  April 16, 1930 Rev. Irving A. McKelvey
2.Mary Frances Howse (dau of Frederick & Adeline)
born 1883
Died 1970
3.Fredda Josephine Howse (dau of Frederick & Adeline)
born ca 1888 Kansas, USA
married June 30, 1908 Joseph Elgie
4.Thomas Kindree Howse (son of Frederick & Adeline)
born 1889 Kansas, United States
died 1954; buried in Aylmer
married 1. Feb. 16, 1916 Viola Rachel Johnson (1889-1916)
Married 2.  June 16, 1923 Geraldine Joy E. Shaw (1895-1981)
5.Jacob Murray Howse (son of Frederick & Adeline)
born December 11, 1894
died 1985
married Sept. 20, 1917 Dora Baker
6.Edith Mildred Howse (dau of Frederick & Adeline)
born August 26, 1897
died February 11, 1977 Hamilton, Ontario
married September 6, 1920 Robert Bruce Vanpatter
7.Beulah Virginia Howse (dau of Frederick & Adeline)
born 1905; died January 9, 1973
8.Claire Howse (dau of Frederick & Adeline) (married Ray Corner)
9.Addie Howse (dau of Frederick & Adeline)
3. William Morgan Howse (son of Thomas & Phoebe)
born ca 1856
died before 1920 in Michigan?
Married Jenny ________
children: Beulah Virginia, Cecile, Winona, Edwina
4. Jacob Thomas  Howse (son of Thomas & Phoebe)
born June 5, 1858
died August 21, 1935; buried in Aylmer
married May 29, 1887 Mary Elizabeth Smuck (dau of Caleb & Eliza)
Born 1868
died September 30, 1931
Jake’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 22, 1935:
JAKE T. HOWSE
Jake T. Howse, well-known and successful farmer of the Jaffa district, died at his home on the fourth concession of Malahide, on Wednesday, August 21st, following an illness of the past six months.  He was in his 78th year and was born in Elgin county, living practically all his life near Jaffa.  Mr. Howse was a member of the United Church, a good citizen and a man highly respected in the community where he lived so long.  His wife predeceased him four years ago.  He was the last of his family.  Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Angus Miller, Edgeware Road, Yarmouth; and Mrs. Frank Green, of Cupar, Sask., and one son, Wilfred, of Los Angeles.  The remains are at rest at te Atkinson Funeral Home, Aylmer, where the funeral service will be held, on Friday, August 23rd, at 2:30 o’clock, conducted by Rev. H. F. Kennedy, of the Malahide circuit.  Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery.
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 1, 1931:
MRS. JACOB HOUSE DIED FOLLOWING STROKE
Life Long Resident of 4th Concession of Malahide
Mary Elizabeth Howse, wife of Jacob Howse, died Wednesday morning, September 30th, at her late residence, 4th concession of Malahide, in her 64th year.  Four years ago she suffered a stroke and on Sunday evening last suffered another one, from which she failed to rally.  Born at Middlemarch, daughter of the late Caleb and Eliza Smuck, she lived for the past forty years on the fourth concession where she died.  She was a member of the United Church and was widely known and respected by the neighbourhood and her host of friends.  Besides her husband she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Angus Miller, St. Thomas; Mrs. Frank Green, Capar, Sask.; one son, Wilfred, of Los Angeles, Calif; four sisters, Mrs. George Hodge, Aylmer; Mrs. O. Griffin, Detroit; Mrs. Charles Stafford, Pt. Burwell; and Mrs. Ensley Shepard, Wisconsin; one brother, Edward Smuck, Yarmouth Township. Funeral arrangements have not been completed and will be announced later.
children of Jacob & Mary: Frances, Gladys, Georgia, Wilfred
1.Phoebe Frances Howse (dau of Jacob & Mary)
born November 19, 1889
died September 3, 1964 St. Thomas, Ont.
married Dec. 28, 1911 Angus Miller (1885 – 1939)
2.Gladys Estella Howse (dau of Jacob & Mary)
born November 4, 1892
died February 1974
married 1.  March 10, 1917 Frank Laverne Green (1893-1937 Cupar, Sask.)
married 2.  April 22, 1954 John Charles Donaldson
3.Georgia Esther Howse (dau of Jacob & Mary)
born October 4, 1895
died June 18, 1926
4.Wilfred Clarence Howse (son of Jacob & Mary)
born October 16, 1898
died April 29, 1986 San Mateo, California
5. Leonard Howse (son of Thomas & Phoebe)
born ca 1861
6. Alberta S. Howse (dau of Thomas & Phoebe)
born June 3, 1861
died April 7, 1908
married Frederick Franklin Garner
see Garner family in Volume 1 of this series
Alberta’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 16, 1908:
Mrs. Fred Garner, who has been fighting tuberculosis for several years both at her home and at the sanitarium in Muskoka, passed away on Wednesday of last week in her 44th year.  Deceased was a fine Christian woman, a member of the Methodist church, and came to Aylmer with her husband some two years ago.  She leaves beside her husband five children, two daughters and three sons, all at home. Funeral services were held at the house on Thursday and the interment took place at the Dunboyne cemetery.
7. Alice Isabel Howse (dau of Thomas & Phoebe)
born May 14, 1866
died October 23, 1930
married Charles Colin Stafford
see Stafford family in this volume for further information
Alice’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 30, 1930:
MRS. CHARLES STAFFORD DIED IN MALAHIDE
After a lingering illness, Alice Isabel, wife of Charles Stafford, died at her late home, fourth concession, of Malahide, Thursday, October 23rd, in her 64th year.  Mrs. Stafford, who was respected by a wide circle of friends was born on the fourth concession, and had thus lived in the same community all her life. She was a member of the United Church. Left to mourn her passing, besides her husband, are four sons and two daughters: Frederick B., Wayne County, Michigan; Carl G., Buffalo; Ross, Walsingham, and Charles Colin, fourth concession, Malahide; Mrs. Albert Grave, Toronto; and Mrs. Roy Crowdin, Wayne County.  The funeral took place Saturday from the home of her son, Charles Colin, at two o’clock, to Aylmer cemetery, Rev. Theodore Turner, officiating.  Many old friends and relatives were present to pay a last tribute of respect, and some beautiful flowers surrounded the casket.  Rev. Theodore Turner, of the Malahide Circuit, had charge of the service. Those present from a distance were Mr and Mrs Frederick B. Stafford, and Mr and Mrs Roy Crodis, of Wayne County, Mich.; Mr and Mrs Albert Grave, of Toronto; Carl Stafford, of Buffalo; George and Fred Howse, of St. Thomas; Mr and Mrs Barney Howse, of West Lorne; Mr and Mrs William Stafford, and Mr and Mrs Claude Stafford, of Alvinston; Mrs Williams, and friends of Detroit, and Willard Stafford, of Niagara Falls. The pallbearers were four sons of the deceased, namely, Fred, Colin, Ross and Carl, also two sons-in-law, Mr Crodis and Mr Grave.  The remains were laid to rest in the family plot in the Aylmer cemetery.
8. Frank Earnest Howse (son of Thomas & Phoebe)
born ca 1869
died December 29, 1899
married 1.  January 1, 1895 Florence E. Arthurs
married 2.  October 21, 1896 Frances Arthurs
see Arthurs family in this volume for further information
Families from Lot 7:
HOWE
William Howe owned 50 acres in Lot 7 from 1874 past 1900. He was also a tenant on 50 acres in lot 8 from 1866 to 1881.
William is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 10); 1881 (Div. 2, page 43), 1891 (Div. 2, page 43); and 1901 (Div. 2, page 6).
The Howe family has been researched by Alfreda Veenstra, and a copy of her publication is available in the Elgin OGS collection at St. Thomas Public Library.
William Howe was the son of Nicholas How(e) & Caroline Russell, both of whom lived in Kent, England.
William Howe (son of Nicholas Howe & Caroline Russell)
born November 30, 1838 Maidstone, Kent, England
died June 11, 1904 Malahide
married ca 1861 Esther Chapman, in Kent, England
born March 25, 1838 Addington, Kent, England
died August 2, 1923 Malahide
William & Esther are buried in Aylmer cemetery.  They emigrated to Canada about 1862, settling first in Walsingham Township, Norfolk County.  William’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 16, 1904:
On Saturday last death claimed another old and respected citizen of Malahide in the person of Wm. Howe, Sr., who passed away in his 66th year.  Mr. Howe was born in the County of Kent, England, and came to this country in 1861, settling in the Township of Malahide. He lived for several years in different sections, finally settling on the 4th con., where he bought the farm on which he has since lived and where he died.  He was a staunch Conservative in politics and a faithful member of the English church.  No more honourable man ever lived and he was greatly loved by all his neighbours and friends.  He leaves besides his aged partner in life, two sons, Alfred and William, both living on the 4th concession. Three brothers also survive, viz: Geo., of Wiarton; James of Malahide, and Alfred, of England.  The funeral which took place on Monday was largely attended by neighbours and friends.
Esther’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 16, 1923:
ESTHER HOWE WAS BORN IN ENGLAND
Was Resident of Malahide for 61 Years
In the death of Esther Howe, who died at the home of her son, Wm. Howe, 4th concession of Malahide, Malahide lost one of her most beloved of her older citizens.  Deceased was in her 86th year, but despite her advanced age, until a few weeks ago before her death, when she was stricken with paralysis, she went among her neighbours offering help and sympathy in time of sickness and trouble.  Esther Howe was born in Addington, Kent, England, and came to Canada on her marriage trip, settling with her late husband, William Howe, on the 4th concession of this township, where she has been a resident for sixty-one years.  Three sons were born John, Alfred and William, the latter two of whom survive.  Her husband predeceased her some 19 years.  Nine grandchildren also survive.  The funeral service was held on Saturday, August 4th, at the residence of hers on, William, and was conducted by Rev. Canon Chas. Miles, rector of Trinity Anglican Church, of which deceased was a member.  Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery.
Children of William & Esther: John, Alfred, William
1. John Howe (son of William & Esther)
born June 12, 1862
died February 23, 1891 Aylmer, Ont.; buried in Aylmer
married 1889 Maryette Smith
children: Bertha (born 1890; died June 3, 1891)
2. Alfred Ernest Howe (son of William & Esther)
born September 21, 1867 Malahide
died September 8, 1936 Malahide; buried in Aylmer cemetery
married Oct. 10, 1892 Emma Reeves Hopkins
born December 21, 1870 Wiltshire, England
died May 12, 1928 Malahide
Alfred’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 10, 1936: next page
ALFRED HOWE PASSES
Was One of the First Fruit Farmers in Malahide Township
Alfred Ernest Howe, well-known farmer of South Malahide, and one of the first fruit farmers in this district, died at his home of the fifth concession on Tuesday morning, September 8th. His death was caused by a stroke following an illness of some six months.  He was born on the fourth concession of Malahide, September 21st 1867, and was in his 69th year.  He had resided in Malahide township all his life and was a successful agriculturist and fruit farmer.  He was a member of Trinity Anglican church, Aylmer, and for some years was a school trustee for No. 21 Malahide. His wife predeceased him eight years ago. Surviving are four sons and two daughters: Arthur, 5th con. Malahide; Herbert, 4th con.; Davis and Mervin at home; May and Helen Howe, also at home.  Also one brother, William Howe, 4th concession, and two granddaughters and one grandson. The funeral will be held at his late residence on Thursday, Sept. 10th at 2 o’clock p.m.  Rev. P. H. Streeter, of Aylmer, will have charge and interment will take place in Aylmer cemetery.
Emma’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 17, 1928:
DEATH OF MRS. ALFRED HOWE
Emma R. Howe, beloved wife of Alfred Howe, died at her home on the 4th concession of Malahide township, at noon on Saturday, May 12th, after a short illness.  Deceased was born in Wiltshire, England, 58 years ago. Thirty-six years ago she came to Canada and settled on the farm where she died. She was a woman ever ready to assist others in the community and leaves a host of friends to mourn her demise.  Mrs. Howe was a member of the Anglican church. Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Mary and Helen at home; four sons, Arthur, of Malahide; Herbert, David and Mervin, at home; also one brother, James Hopkins, of Malahide.  The funeral service was held at the family residence on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock,  Canon Miles officiating. Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
children: Arthur, Olive, James, Esther, Byron, Gordon, David, Alfred, Helen
1.Arthur Chapman Howe (Nov. 6, 1893 – Aug. 23, 1976)
2.Olive Grace Edna Howe (Dec. 15, 1895 – Mar. 11, 1898)
3.James Herbert Howe (Feb. 3, 1899 – Feb. 8, 1995)
4.Esther Victoria May Howe (Apr. 10, 1901 – Mar. 26, 1956)
5.Byron Edward Howe (Mar. 2, 1904 – Aug. 9, 1904)
6.Gordon Henry Howe (July 28, 1905 – Feb. 22, 1928)
7.David Sydney Howe (May 10, 1908 – Dec. 23, 1898)
8.Alfred Mervin Howe (born Dec. 29, 1910)
9.Helen Evelyn Howe (Oct. 5, 1915 – Dec. 10, 1990)
3. William George Howe (son of William & Esther)
born August 18, 1870 Malahide
died June 9, 1945 Malahide; buried in Aylmer cemetery
married May 15, 1894 Roseann Drusilla Smith, in Walsingham
born August 28, 1875 Walsingham Twsp., Norfolk Co.
Died March 20, 1948 Belmont, Ontario
William’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 21, 1945:
WILLIAM G. HOWE PASSES SUDDENLY
Malahide Resident Passes in 75th Year
William G.  Howe, a lifelong resident of Malahide township and a successful farmer on the 4th concession for many years, passed away at his home early Saturday morning following a few days’ illness.  Mr. Howe was in his 75th year.  A son of the late Mr and Mrs William Howe, natives of England, Mr. Howe had lived on the present farm for more than 50 years.  He was well-known in this district and a highly respected citizen.  He was an adherent of the Jaffa Baptist church. Surviving are his wife, one son, Kenneth, of Toronto, and one daughter, Mrs. Charles Smith, Belmont.  The funeral service was held from his late residence on the 4th concession of Malahide on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock with Rev. Phinney, of New Sarum, in charge. Accompanied by Mrs. Harold Miller, of St. Thomas at the piano, Rev. Phinney sang a solo, “The Old Rugged Cross”. Many floral tributes surrounded the casket.  The pallbearers were: Herbert Howe, David Howe, Arthur Howe, Mervin Howe, John Howe, and Charles Gunstone. Interment in the Aylmer cemetery.  Relatives and friends were present from Toronto, London, Embro, Woodstock, Union, Sparta and Malahide.
children: Carrie, Kenneth
1.Carrie Hazel Howe (April 5, 1898 – Aug. 25, 1972)
2.Kenneth Clare Howe (June 26, 1915 – Sept. 21, 1991)
Families from Lot 8:
WHITESELL
Aaron Whitesell owned 50 acres in lot 8 from 1845 to 1859, followed by his widow, Lucy from 1859.  John Whitesell also owned 50 acres in lot 8 from 1848 to 1852, followed by Andrew Whitesell from 1852 to 1858.  Andrew’s widow Sarah continued to own the property following his death.
Arthur & Henrietta Whitesell owned 25 acres in lot 1 at Jaffa, from 1877 to 1883.
The Whitesell family has been extensively researched by Elgin OGS member Bruce C. Johnson. The reader is advised to consult Bruce’s work for further information on the family.
The 1842 Malahide census shows Daniel Whitesell on lot 14, concession 6, and David Whitesell on lot 10, concession 5.
On the 1861 Malahide census, the following members of the Whitesell family are found: Sarah (widow, page 33); James (page 69-70); Daniel (page 42); David (page 48); Lucy (widow, page 48); and Daniel (page 51).  In 1871, the following families are found: Mary (widow – Div. 1, page 40); Lucy (widow – Div. 2, page 10); Daniel (Div. 2, page 60); and John (Div. 2, page 64).
The Whitesell family can be traced back to Sussex, New Jersey where Andrew Whitesell was born in 1754, and emigrated as a United Empire Loyalist to the Niagara area, and finally Saltfleet Township, Wentworth County, Ontario where he died in 1816.  Two of his sons were David and Daniel who moved to Malahide Township.
Daniel Whitesell (son of Andrew Whitesell)
born December 19, 1800 Pelham Township, Welland Co.
Died January 28, 1884 Malahide; buried in Luton cemetery
married Elizabeth Felker
children: Andrew, others: John, Eliza, William, Sarah, George, Lydia, Daniel, James, Elizabeth
1.Andrew Whitesell (had property in lot 8, concession 4)
Born October 28, 1828 Malahide
died September 2, 1858 Malahide; buried in Dunboyne cemetery
married March 3, 1857 Sarah Jane Brown (dau of Walter Brown & Jemima Carter)
Children: Mina
1.Mina Mahala Whitesell (dau of Andrew & Sarah)
Born January 31, 1858 Malahide
Died April 19, 1917 Port Bruce
Married Levi Young
David Whitesell (son of Andrew Whitesell)
born May 26, 1792 Pelham Township, Welland County
died November 1, 1862 Malahide; buried in Dunboyne
married Margaret London
born January 21, 1798
died January 29, 1843 Malahide; buried in Dunboyne
children: Aaron, others: Margaret, Mary, Nancy, Lucretia, Ann Eliza, Joseph, James, Winslow Howard, Hiram Lewis
1.Aaron Whitesell (had property in lot 8, concession 4)
Born April 12, 1816 Saltfleet Township, Wentworth Co.
Died February 1, 1859 Malahide; buried in Luton cemetery
married March 2, 1843 Lucy Kinsey
children: Lovina, David, Arthur
1.Lovina Whitesell (born 1844; died in Michigan; married Ira Bentley)
2.David D. Whitesell (born 1846; died in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan)
3.Arthur Whitesell
Born October 24, 1850 Malahide
Died December 26, 1918 Port Dover, Ontario
Married Oct. 20, 1871 Henrietta Scealey, in Malahide
Families from Lot 9:
Clinton VANPATTER
Clinton Vanpatter owned 100 acres in the south half of lot 9 from 1874 past 1900; and 100 acres in the south half of lot 10 from 1885 past 1900.
He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 44 – at home with parents); 1871 (Div. 1, page 6 – with sister Temperance); 1881 (Div. 2, page 17); 1891 (Div. 2, page 49), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 18).
Clinton was the son of John Vanpatter, who was born June 7, 1816 in Malahide, and died January 11, 1892; and his wife Esther Clarke (born Nov. 28, 1820 in Suffolk, England; died January 19, 1869). They lived on lot 14, concession 5, and are buried in Luton cemetery. Besides Clinton, other children in the family were: Temperance, Alma, and Milton.
Clinton Vanpatter (son of John & Esther)
born December 12, 1846 Malahide
died February 15, 1919 Malahide
married Feb. 6, 1872 Augusta Hemingway (dau of Peter & Barbara), in Malahide
born April 24, 1849 Markham, Ontario
died February 18, 1936 Malahide
They are buried in Aylmer cemetery. Clinton’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 20, 1919:
The death of Clinton VanPatter occurred at his home at Dunboyne, on Saturday morning, February 15th, in his 73rd year.  Deceased had been in poor health for some time, but his death came very suddenly. Mr. VanPatter was born on the VanPatter homestead at Luton, and for forty years has lived at Dunboyne, where he owned one of the finest farms and homes in the county.  He was a member of the Methodist church and in politics a Conservative.  Besides his widow he is survived by two sons and one daughter, Fred, of Barrie; Lee and Edna at home. Also two brothers and one sister: J. M. VanPatter, of Aylmer; Everett, of Luton, and Alma Locker, in the west.  The funeral took place from the late residence on Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock, and interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
Augusta’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 20, 1936:
MRS. CLINTON VANPATTER DIED AT DUNBOYNE
Had Resided There for Fifty Years.  Was in Her 87th Year
The death occurred at Dunboyne, on Tuesday morning, February 18th, of Mrs. Augusta VanPatter, wife of the late Clinton VanPatter, in her 87th year.  Mrs. VanPatter was born at Markham, Ontario, and came to this community with her parents when but three years of age. She grew to young womanhood on the farm now owned by Joseph Bradt, on the 9th concession of Malahide, and after her marriage she lived for some years on the first concession.  Some fifty years ago Mr. VanPatter bought the farm on the corner at Dunboyne, and upon it built the present beautiful home, one of the finest farm homes in Malahide.  Mrs. VanPatter was a member of the Dunboyne United Church, and for many years took an active interest in the Ladies’ Aid, the Sunday School and other church organizations, and was a good neighbour and friend who will be greatly missed at Dunboyne.  Her death occurred following an illness of about a month. Her husband predeceased her in 1919, and one son, Fred VanPatter, died at Barrie, Ontario, in the summer of last year.  One son, and one daughter survive: Lee, with whom Mrs. VanPatter made her home, and Mrs. Harry Kent, of Dunboyne.
Children: Clark, Fred, Lee, Edna next page
1. Clark Ernest Vanpatter (son of Clinton & Augusta)
born March 4, 1876; died July 10, 1885
2. Fred Hemingway Vanpatter (son of Clinton & Augusta)
born April 1, 1880 Malahide; died August 11, 1934 Barrie, Ont.; buried in Aylmer cemetery
married 1. Dec. 27, 1905 Shirley Pineo (1887 – 1920)
married 2.  Hazel Cook
Notice of Fred’s death appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 16, 1934:
Friends in this community of Fred VanPatter, of Barrie, were shocked to learn of his death which occurred last week, following a paralytic stroke.  He was but 54 years of age, and was born at Dunboyne, being a brother of Lee VanPatter, and Mrs. Harry Kent, of that place. He was ill but a few days.
3. Gordon Lee Vanpatter (son of Clinton & Augusta)
born September 8, 1890 Malahide; died July 23, 1939; buried in Aylmer
married July 16, 1917 Vera Lorene Allen
Lee’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 27, 1939:
G. LEE VANPATTER PASSES SUDDENLY
Victim of Heart Attack in Early Morning on Sunday
A very sudden death occurred at Dunboyne Sunday morning, when Gordon Lee VanPatter, prominent Malahide resident, succumbed  to a heart attack after only a few minutes illness.  Mr. VanPatter had been in Aylmer as usual Saturday night and until the seizure was apparently in good health.  He was in his 49th year, and was born on the same farm where he died. He was very successful in the farm operations he carried on, and for the past seventeen years had been working as a government land inspector in the counties of Elgin, Norfolk and Middlesex.  He was a member of the Dunboyne United Church, and leaves many friends in this district.  His sudden passing came as a great shock to all who knew him. Deceased was a son of the late Mr and Mrs Clinton VanPatter.  Left to mourn are his widow, formerly Vera Allen, of Aylmer; three sons, Allen, Ross and Hugh, at home, and a daughter, Barbara, at home. Also a sister, Mrs. Harry Kent, Dunboyne.  The funeral was held from his late residence at Dunboyne, on Wednesday, July 26th.  Rev. Fred Manning, of Winona, and Rev. H. F. Kennedy, of Malahide Circuit, officiated.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
4. Edna Gladys Vanpatter (dau of Clinton & Augusta)
born October 12, 1894 Malahide; died December 30, 1991; buried in Aylmer
married April 2, 1919 Harry Francis Kent
Families from Lot 10:
KINSEY
David Kinsey owned 100 acres (north half of lot 10) from 1840 to 1865, selling off 47 acres to William Kinsey in 1865.  He retained the remainder of the property until 1867, when William also acquired that.  William owned the property until 1872.
David also owned 50 acres in the north half of lot 1 from 1855 to 1862.  Other Kinsey names found in Concession 4 include John, who owned 6 acres in lot 22 from 1874 to 1881; and George, who owned 6 acres in lot 22 from 1868 to 1874.
There is a David Kinsey found in the 1861 Malahide census, page 45, age 42, with a wife and family.  George is on page 38, while John is on page 39.  William does not appear until the 1871 census (Div. 2, page 11).  David is also found in 1871 (Div. 2, page 8).
However, there is an older David Kinsey who is buried in Luton cemetery.  He died April 22, 1874 at the age of 91 (born 1783).  His tombstone records that he was a native of Pennsylvania.  His wife, Rachel, died March 4, 1874, age 86, a native of the Niagara District.  David’s death registration indicates he was a Quaker, and was born July 1, 1783.  Informant was his son, David, of Malahide.
The 1842 Malahide census shows a David Kinsey on the north half of lot 10, concession 4, with 10 in his family.
It is believed that William and David were sons of the elder David and his wife Rachel.
Also on the 1842 Malahide census are Zenas Kinsey on the north half of lot 12, concession 4, with 3 in his family.
Other Kinsey families in the area include the family of Phineas Kinsey, who owned property at lot 22, concession 6; and his son Jesse Kinsey on lot 23, concession 5. Phineas, Jesse and possibly another son John are buried in Seville cemetery in Malahide Township.  Phineas was born in 1785.
Phineas Kinsey and David Kinsey are the right age to have been brothers, but their relationship, if any, is not known.  Phineas and his sons were Quakers, as was David.
David Kinsey
born July 1, 1783 Pennsylvania, USA
died April 21, 1874 Malahide; age 90
married Rachel
born 1788 Niagara District
died March 4, 1874 Malahide; age 86
David & Rachel are buried in Luton cemetery
children: David, John [?], William, Wilson, Zenas {?}, Rachel [?], Lucy [?]
1. David Kinsey (son of David & Rachel)
born  1819 Welland Co.
died October 4, 1897 Ridgetown, Kent Co., age 78
married August 25, 1850 Elizabeth Ferguson
born ca 1830 Elgin County
died September 15, 1897 Ridgetown, Kent Co., age 67
children: Cynthia, Margaret [?], Lucy [?], Arthur, David, Emma A.
David is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 45), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 8).  He and Elizabeth moved to Kent County, where their death registrations were found in Ridgetown.
Children:
1.Cynthia Kinsey (born ca 1852)
2.Margaret {?} Kinsey (born ca 1855)
3.Lucy {?} Kinsey (born ca 1860)
4.Arthur Kinsey (born ca 1863)
5.David Kinsey (born ca 1866)
6.Emma A. Kinsey (born ca 1869)
7.Gordon Kinsey
born 1850
died January 27, 1861, age 11 yrs. 8 mos; buried in Luton
2. John Kinsey (possible son of David & Rachel)
born 1822
died June 2, 1893 Malahide; age 72
married February 26, 1846 Mary Wilson (both of Yarmouth)
The following death notice appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 8, 1893:
“Died – In Aylmer, on Friday, June 2nd, 1893, John Kinsey, aged 72 years.”
3. William Kinsey (son of David & Rachel)
born 1826 Malahide (according to marriage record)
died
married August 28, 1860 Mary M. Adams (dau of David & Elizabeth)
born ca 1835
William is found on the 1871 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 11).
Children: Bertha E., William
1.Bertha E. Kinsey (born ca 1861)
2.William Kinsey (born ca 1868)
4. Wilson Kinsey (son of David & Rachel)
born ca 1832 Humberstone (according to marriage record)
died
married April 15, 1862 Ellen Haight (dau of Adam & Elizabeth)
5. Zenas Kinsey (possible son of David & Rachel)
married January 28, 1841 Catherine Benner
6. Rachel Kinsey (possible daughter of David & Rachel)
married August 4, 1850 Nelson Ferguson
7. Lucy Kinsey (possible daughter of David & Rachel)
married March 2, 1843 Aaron (or David) Whitesell
Note: the London Dist. Marriage reg transcript gives his name as David, while the Caleb Burdick register says Aaron.
Families from Lot 10:
CARTER
John Carter was a tenant on 89 acres in the north half of lot 10 from 1871 to 1872.  He then purchased 88 acres, which he owned from 1872 to 1893.  He was also a tenant on 63 acres in the north half of lot 11 from 1878 to 1886.  John is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 8); 1881 (Div. 2, page 46); and 1891 (Div. 2, page 43).
There were several other Carter families also living in Malahide at this time, mainly the family of Nicholas Carter, who do not appear to be related to the above John Carter.
John appears to have been a resident of Kent, England, where his son John was born in 1853.  Between 1860 and 1869, he was living in Australia, where three children were born.
John and his wife Sarah, and several members of their family are buried in Aylmer cemetery.  Also buried in the family plot is Lizzie, wife of Leslie Hayes, died March 9, 1910, age 23.  Lizzie’s death registration states she was born in Kent, England on April 23, 1887, the daughter of James Carter and Sarah Ann Wells.  She died at 11 Hughes St., St. Thomas.  It is possible that she was a niece of John Carter of Malahide.
John Carter
born 1826 England
died May 19, 1894 Southwold Township, Elgin County,  age 68
married Sarah Ann Hayes
born 1833 England
died August 25, 1908; in her 76th year
John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 24, 1894:
Mr. John Carter, a former highly respected citizen of Malahide, died at his home in Shedden on Saturday, the 19th inst., aged 68 years.  Mr. Carter was born in England, and removed when a young man to Australia, where he lived for about ten years.  He was even at that early age troubled with his heart, and left that country on the advice of his physician, for a cooler climate, coming to Canada about 27 years ago, and settling in this section, where he resided ever since, until a year or so ago, when he removed to Shedden.  He was a straightforward, honourable man in all his dealings, and was respected by everyone.  A large family of grown up children and an aged partner mourn his loss. The remains were brought to Aylmer on Monday last, and a funeral service held in Trinity church, the pastor, Rev. J. W. Andrew, officiating, after which a large member of friends followed to the last resting place at the Aylmer cemetery.
Sarah’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 27, 1908:
MRS. SARAH ANN CARTER
On Tuesday morning last death claimed another old and respected resident of Malahide in the person of Mrs. Sarah Ann Carter, who passed away at the home of her son, John, after an illness extending over some time.  She was born in England, and shortly after her marriage, went with her husband to Australia, but not liking that country, they returned to England, and about 40 years ago came to Canada and settled near here, where she has resided ever since. She was a faithful member of the Church of England, and was loved and esteemed by all who knew her. Three sons and three daughters survive, viz: John, of Malahide; George, St. Thomas; William, Talbotville; Alfred, Streetsville; Henry, Aylmer; Mrs. Rose Green, Rodney; Mrs. Annie Green and Mrs. Doherty, St. Thomas. The funeral takes place at 3:30 today.  Interment Aylmer cemetery.
children: John, William, Robert, Henry, Obadiah, Alfred, Esther Ann, Ada E, Mabel, Bertha, George A., Ellen, Mary
1. John J. Carter (son of John & Sarah)
born May 2, 1853 Kent, England
died December 31, 1924 Lot 13, Concession 5, Malahide; age 71 yrs. 7 mos. 29 days
married 1. Nov. 10, 1877  Fanny Emily Howe (dau of John & Mary), in Malahide
born ca 1860 England; died May 21, 1898, age 38
married 2.  Annie H. ______ (1878 – 1967)
John and two of his children, Mary and Ernest are found on the 1901 census in Malahide (Div. 3, page 10). John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 1, 1925:
DEATH OF JOHN J. CARTER
John J. Carter, a resident of Malahide for many years, died at his home on the fifth concession of Wednesday, December 31st, following an illness from which he suffered for the past twelve months. Deceased was in his 72nd year and was born in Kent, England, coming to Canada when but a young man.  He made a success of farming and for the past twenty years had resided on the farm on which he died.  He was a member of the Baptist Church, a member of the Sons of England, and in politics a Conservative. Besides his widow he is survived by two sons and two daughters: Fred, of New York; Ernest of Malahide; Mrs. George Bradley, Malahide; and Ada, at home.  Four brothers and three sisters also survive: William Carter, St. Thomas; Henry, of London; Alfred of Florida; George, of Fingal; Mrs. Elijah Green, London; Mrs. Richard Green, Wallacetown; Mrs. Arthur Daughtery, St. Thomas. The funeral will take place from his late residence on Friday, January 2nd, at 2 o’clock p.m.  Interment will be made in the Aylmer cemetery.
Children of John Carter Jr.: Fred, Ernest, Mary, Ada
1.Frederick John Carter (born ca 1879)
Married Jan. 15, 1902 Barbara C. Hackney, in Kent Co.
2.Ernest Charles Carter (Aug. 12, 1885-1968)
married January 25, 1911 Katie Leitch (1884-1958)
3.Mary Ann Carter (born Oct. 12, 1881; died Sept. 6, 1965)
m. Feb. 28, 1906 George Emerson Bradley (Oct. 26, 1880 – Dec. 24, 1949)
4.Ada E. Carter (dau of John & Annie)
Born 1909; Died 1976
Married Russell L. McKechnie (1896 – 1987)
2. William Carter (son of John & Sarah)
born 1855 Kent, England
died December 31, 1940, age 85; buried in Aylmer
married April 1, 1896 Mary Jane Boyd (dau of James & Sarah)
born 1863; died February 11, 1918; in her 56th year
3. Robert C. Carter (son of John & Sarah)
born 1859
Died July 31, 1878; age 19 yrs. 2 mos.; buried in Aylmer; drowned
4. Henry Carter (son of John & Sarah)
born ca 1861 Australia; (living in London in 1925)
married Annie E. _____
Henry & Annie are found on the 1891 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 48).
5. Obadiah Carter (son of John & Sarah)
born 1862
died July 31, 1878; age 16 yrs. 13 days; buried in Aylmer; drowned
6. Alfred Carter (son of John & Sarah)
born ca 1865 Australia
died (living in Florida in 1925)
married Dec. 2, 1891 Margaret Alma House (dau of Daniel & Mary M.), in St. Thomas
children: Fern (ca 1894 – April 1911, age 17)
7. Ada E. Carter (dau of John & Sarah)
born ca 1868 Australia
died October 22, 1885; age 17 yrs. 3 mos. 4 days; buried in Aylmer
There is a daughter Esther Ann  with the family on the 1871 census, age 3.  On the 1881 census, there is a daughter Ada E., age 12, born Australia.  The 1871 census entry was nearly illegible, therefore Esther Ann and Ada E.  could be the same person.
8. Mabel Carter (dau of John & Sarah)
born ca 1871
Mabel appears with the family on the 1871 census, age 1 month.
9. Bertha Anne Carter (dau of John & Sarah)
born ca 1871 Ontario;  (living in London in 1925)
married March 29, 1893 Elijah Green (son of Richard & Frances), in Malahide
born ca 1867 Howard Twsp., Kent County; living in Southwold when married
10. George Arthur Carter (son of John & Sarah)
born ca 1874 Ontario;  (living in Fingal in 1925)
married Sept. 25, 1901 Elizabeth E. Jane Pearce, in Aldborough Twsp.
Born ca 1877 Southwold Township
Elizabeth was the daughter of John Pearce & Elizabeth Easterbrook.
11. Ellen Rosetta Carter (dau of John & Sarah)
born ca 1876 Malahide;  (living in Wallacetown in 1925)
married Dec. 6, 1893 Richard Palmer Green (son of Richard Freeman & Mary Jane Green)
born ca 1872 Howard Twsp, Kent Co; living in Southwold when married
12. Mary Carter (dau of John & Sarah)
born ca 1878 Malahide; living in Southwold when married
died (living in St. Thomas in 1925)
married Dec. 15, 1897 Arthur Daugharty (son of John & Effie)
Families from Lot 11, Lot 14, 15, and 31:
PRICHARD / PRITCHARD
Members of the Prichard family owned several parcels in concession 4, on various lots.  The earliest is Benjamin Prichard who acquired the rights to lot 14 in 1836, but sold in 1845.  He also acquired 25 acres in the north half of lot 15 in 1840, which he owned until 1853, followed by Gaines Prichard past 1900.  John Prichard owned 6 acres in the north half of lot 10 from 1871 to 1901.  Gaines Prichard owned 50 acres in the north half of lot 14 from 1854 past 1900, and 16 acres in the south half from 1857 past 1900.
On Lot 31, Silas Prichard owned 60 acres in the north half from 1855 to 1880, followed by later generations of the family.  Silas received a Crown Patent for the south half of lot 31 in 1842.
The relationship between the various Prichard families cannot firmly be established from the research for this publication, but it is known from the record of Benjamin’s (born 1797) second marriage that he was the son of a Gaines & Ruth Prichard.  Judging from the ages of Benjamin (born 1797), Silas (born 1803), Joseph (born 1808), and Levi (born 1811), it is possible they were brothers, all sons of Gaines & Ruth Prichard.  The younger Gaines Prichard in Malahide (born 1824), could be another younger brother, or a son of one of possibly Benjamin.
Although Ralph Prichard appears only in the 1861 census, he also lived in Malahide for a number of years, and is possibly a brother of the above men.  He married Margaret Weaver, and had a son Thomas, born about 1832 in Malahide. Thomas’ death registration in Houghton Township, Norfolk County (died Feb. 22, 1920) gives this information, as well as stating his father was born in Nova Scotia.  His marriage registration in 1858 to Phoebe Ann Johnston, however, states he was born in Bayham.
The 1842 Malahide census lists the following:
Silas Prichard, Concession 4, Lot 31; 8 in family
Benjamin Prichard, Concession 4, Lot 21; 9 in family
Samuel Prichard, Concession 2, Lot 28, 2 in family
The 1861 census contains these references: John (Div. 3, page 10; lot 11, con. 4); Joseph (Div. 2, page 5; lot 19, con. 3); Lorenzo (Div. 2, page 7); Ralph (Div. 2, page 7; lot 28, con. 2); Silas (Div. 2, page 17; lot 31, con. 4); William & Levi (Div. 2, page 17); Gaines (Div. 2, page 53; lot 14 & 15, con 4.).
In 1871, the following Prichards are found: John (Div. 2, page 26); Silas (Div. 2, page 32); Joseph (Div. 2, page 34); Albert (Div. 2, page 42); Gaines (Div. 2, page 46); Ira (Div. 2, page 54).
In 1881, the following Prichards are found: Gaines (Div. 2, page 12); John (Div. 2, page 31); Albert (Div. 2, page 36).
In 1891, there are: Gaines (Div. 2, page 34); Albert (Div. 2, page 55); and John (Div. 2, page 25).
Benjamin Pritchard (son of Gaines & Ruth)
born ca 1797 Nova Scotia
died September 12, 1880, age 83 yrs. 9 months
married 1.  Elizabeth _____
born ca 1795
died March 29, 1856; age 61 yrs. 4 mos. 4 days
married 2.  Dec. 3, 1861 Sarah Sophia Burnham (dau of Joshua & Sophia)
born ca 1835 Nova Scotia
Benjamin & Elizabeth are buried in Luton cemetery.  Benjamin was probably still living in Malahide Township in 1851, but the census does not survive.  By 1861, he was living in South Dorchester Township (Div. 1, page 40, 41), and also in 1871 (Div. 1, page 43).  Probably a son from his first marriage, William, was also living in South Dorchester: 1851 (lot 9, concession 11); 1861 (Div. 1, page 40, 41), and 1871 (Div. 1, page 37).
Benjamin’s estate file is # 993 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.
Children: first marriage:  William, John
second marriage: Benjamin, Rowland, Ambrose, Mary, Ruth
1.William Pritchard (son of Benjamin & Elizabeth)
Born 1819 Nova Scotia
died August 27, 1896 South Dorchester Township, Elgin County
married Ellen ______ (1828 – 1916)
William & Ellen are buried in Aylmer cemetery.
Children: James, Isaac, George, William, Elizabeth, Flora
1.James Edward Pritchard (1852 – 1901); buried in Aylmer
2.Isaac Ransom Pritchard (1854 – 1938); buried in Aylmer
Married Etta Backhouse (1863 – 1946)
Children of William & Ellen Pritchard, continued:
3.George Albert Pritchard (1855 – Jan. 28, 1856, age 4 mos. 15 days)
Buried in Luton
4.William Wallace Pritchard (died Aug. 24, 1862, age 11 days)
Buried in Luton
5.Elizabeth Ann Pritchard (1856 – 1943); buried in Aylmer
Married Ernest A. Olds (1862 – 1934)
6.Flora Catherine Pritchard (born ca 1859) married _____Hewer
2. John H. Pritchard (son of Benjamin & Elizabeth)
born ca 1828 Nova Scotia
died July 20, 1902; in his 75th year; buried in Luton cemetery
married April 17, 1860 Cynthia (Sintha) Ann Burnham (dau of Joshua & Sophia)
born ca 1834 Nova Scotia
died September 13, 1892; in her 59th year
children:
1.Mary E. Pritchard (born 1861; died Oct. 9, 1862, age 1 yr. 4 mos. 12 days)
3. Joseph E. Pritchard (son of Benjamin & Elizabeth)
born ca 1832 Nova Scotia
died
married February 8, 1867 Mary C. Neabor [?]
There is a Mary, wife of Joseph E. Pritchard, died April 3, 1866, age 28 yrs. 11 mos. 20 days, buried in Luton.
4. Benjamin Hayden Pritchard (son of Benjamin & Sarah) (born ca 1862)
5. Joshua Rowland Pritchard (son of Benjamin & Sarah) (born ca 1864)
6. Ambrose Pritchard (son of Benjamin & Sarah)
7. Mary Sophia Pritchard (dau of Benjamin & Sarah) (born ca 1867)
8. Ruth Pritchard (dau of Benjamin & Sarah)
Silas Prichard
born 1803 Nova Scotia
died November 2, 1879 Malahide; age 76 years, 6 months
married Phoebe Vanvelzor
born 1805 Nova Scotia
died October 18, 1894; age 89
Silas & Phoebe are buried in Calton Cemetery.  His estate file is # 849 in the Elgin County Surrogate court records.
Children: Clarissa, Asenath, John, Elizabeth, Erastus, Albert, Irene, Ira Wm., Sarah
1. Clarissa Prichard (dau of Silas & Phoebe) (born 1826)
married George Westover
children: Phoebe, William, John, Edith, Sylvanus, Silas, Densmore, Heber
2. Asenath Prichard (dau of Silas & Phoebe) (born 1828)
married March 30, 1847  Cornelius Bundy
3. John Prichard (son of Silas & Phoebe) (born 1829)
4. Elizabeth Ann Prichard (dau of Silas & Phoebe)
born ca 1840 Malahide
married October 10, 1872 John Henry Hawley, of Yarmouth
5. Erastus Gilbert Prichard (son of Silas & Phoebe)
born July 29, 1842 Malahide; resided on lot 31, concession 3
died November 5, 1909; buried in Calton
married Mary Eliza Wilson (1856-1936)
children: Myrtle, Oscar, Pearl, Hanlan
1.Myrtle (Myrta) Belle Prichard (1875-1945); buried in Calton
married Jan. 6, 1909  Robert Irwin Herries (1878-1956)
2.Oscar Prichard (born ca 1877)
3.Pearl Beatrice Louise Prichard (Nov. 26, 1887- Jan. 4, 1930); buried in Calton
married February 18, 1914 John Howard Soper
4.Hanlan Prichard (1879 – 1973); buried in Calton
married Elva McCurdy (1891 – 1976)
6. George Albert Prichard (son of Silas & Phoebe)
born 1848
died May 15, 1900; age 52; buried in Calton
married Sept. 21, 1870 Janette Minerva Westover (dau of Samuel & Margaret)
born 1851
died February 7, 1919; in her 69th year
7. Irene Prichard (dau of Silas & Phoebe) (born ca 1849)
8. Ira William Prichard (son of Silas & Phoebe)
born August 13, 1833
died March 5, 1902; buried in Calton
married Rhoda Pettit (dau of Thomas Pettit & Hulda Gilbert)
born June 27, 1839
died March 5/6, 1923 Dereham Twsp., Oxford County; buried in Calton
9. Sarah Jane Prichard (dau of Silas & Phoebe)
married John Hammond
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Levi Prichard
born 1811
died October 4, 1866; age 55; buried in Calton
married March 31, 1835 Susannah Bain, of Malahide
Levi is a widower on the 1861 Malahide census, living with William Prichard, son of Silas.  He is probably a brother of Silas.  His estate file is # 192 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  He names a nephew Jesse Philo Soper.  He was living in Bayham at the time of his marriage.
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Gaines Prichard
born 1824 Nova Scotia
died January 12, 1908; in his 85th year; buried in Luton cemetery
married January 13, 1856 Elizabeth Vanpatter (dau of Aaron Vanpatter & Elizabeth Harvey)
born January 16, 1833 Malahide
died January 13, 1921; in her 89th year; at lot 16, concession 5
children: Alice, Ernest
1. Alice Maud Prichard (dau of Gaines & Elizabeth)
born April 26, 1861 Malahide
died October 20, 1927; in her 67th year; buried in Luton
2. Ernest Van Prichard (son of Gaines & Elizabeth)
born December 4, 1871 Malahide
died September 25, 1924; lot 16, concession 5 Malahide
married Nellie ______ (died March 24, 1902; age 27)
 – – – – – – – – – – –
Jane Pritchard
born Nova Scotia
married John (or Hiram?) Soper
born Bayham
children:
The London District marriage register shows a Jane Prichard marrying Hiram Soper, both Malahide, March 22, 1842; witnessed by Levi Prichard
children: Emeline
1.Emeline Soper
born Feb. 13, 1843 Bayham
died Sept. 29, 1912; age 69; residence lot 19, concession 5, Malahide
Married _______ Harrett
There are references to several other members of the Prichard family that could not be placed in family groupings.  They are listed here:
Jairus Prichard, died May 18, 1903, age 68; wife Susan H., died May 9, 1901; buried Calton
Joseph Prichard, died April 10, 1875, age 67; buried Calton
Mary, wife of Joseph Prichard, died Apr. 3, 1866, age 28 yrs. 11 mos. 20 days; buried Luton
Leo Prichard, 1882-1949; Leila, 1884-1965; buried Aylmer
Harriet, wife of Joseph Prichard, died Oct. 31, 1870; age 53; buried Calton
Calista, dau of Lorenzo & Mary Prichard, died July 28, 1861, 4 yrs. 7 mos; buried Berean
Jane Pritchard, wife of Robert Cuchman, died Feb. 16, 1899, 82nd year; buried Guysborough
Ruth Pritchard, Dorchester, married Thomas R. Nichol or Michell, Oct. 7, 1857
Jane Prichard, 22, residence Malahide, born Nova Scotia, dau of William & Sarah, married William Bain, 19, residence Malahide, son of John & Catherine, August 19, 1858
Jurres Prichard, 23, born Bayham, residence Bayham, son of Joseph & Sarah married Sarah H. McQuiggan, Sept. 29, 1859
1861 Bayham census (page 38): Joseph, 53, married, Nova Scotia, Roman Catholic; Ralph, 28, Warranton[?], 26, Jervis, 26, wife Susan, 23, Joseph, 21, Elizabeth 17, Wardsworth, 2 (son of Jervis?)
Page 57 shows Harriet, married, 41, innkeeper, with Martha, age 21
London District marriages:
Joseph Prichard to Harriet Palnson, both Malahide, March 7, 1846
Mary E. Prichard to Marcus Hodgkin, both Malahide, April 17, 1849
Rebecca Ann Prichard to Ambrose Hill, both Malahide, June 3, 1846
Samuel Prichard, Bayham, to Elizabeth Dove, Malahide, Jan. 9, 1832
Elizabeth Prichard, to Samuel L. Hollywood, both Bayham, May 30, 1838
Joseph Prichard to Sally Cartwright, both Bayham, April 4, 1831
Families from Lot 11 and Lot 12:
GARRETT
Judson and James Garrett owned 47 acres in the north half of lot 11 from 1864 to 1889, followed by Elizabeth & Mary Garrett from 1889 past 1900.  In Lot 12, Judson and James owned 100 acres in the north half from 1864 to 1889, followed by Elizabeth from 1889 to 1912.
On the 1842 Malahide census, Judson Garrett was living on lot 17 south, Concession 9.  He is found in later Malahide census records: 1861 (page 47); 1871 (Div. 2, page 62); and Aylmer 1881 (Div.1, page 54).  Son William Garrett is found on the 1861 Malahide census (page 48), and his widow Maryette in 1881 (Div. 3, page 4) with son Irving and wife Hannah.  Judson’s daughter Mary is on the 1891 Aylmer census (Div. 1, page 11). Irving is found on the 1891 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 36).
Judson H. Garrett
born1805 Connecticut, USA
died October 24, 1888 Aylmer, Ontario
married Elizabeth Blanchfield
born 1815
Died February 7, 1890 Aylmer, Ontario
Judson & Elizabeth are buried in Luton cemetery.
Children: Margaret, William,  Mary, James
1. Margaret Garrett (dau of Judson & Elizabeth)
born 1832
died 1874; buried in Luton cemetery
married April 25, 1855 Richard Hill
born 1830
died 1875
2. William Garrett (son of Judson & Elizabeth)
born ca 1831
died before 1881
married Maryette Olmstead
born 1818 Connecticut, USA
died March 3, 1893; aged 75 years, 11 mos. 17 days; buried in Luton
William appears on the 1861 Malahide census, but moved with his wife and children to Royalton, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, where they are found on the 1870 census.  It is not known if William died while living in Ohio, but his widow Maryette is found on the 1881 Malahide census.
children: Flora, Irving
1.Flora A. Garrett (dau of William & Maryette)
born 1856 Malahide
died 1921; buried in Aylmer
married Jan. 17, 1877 John E. Millard (son of Joseph & Jane), in Malahide
born 1857
died 1930
children:
1.Irving J. Millard (died Sept. 20, 1893, age 16 yrs. 3 mos. 14 days; b. 1877)
2.Grace May Millard (born May 26, 1879) married Lee Welter
3.Nellie Millard (born April 20, 1881)
4.Meta Belle Millard (born July 1, 1884)
2.Irving D. Garrett (son of William & Maryette)
born 1857 Malahide
died Dec. 29, 1919 Aylmer; age 62 yrs. 7 mos. 10 days;  buried in Aylmer
married Oct. 22, 1878 Hannah James (dau of Robert & Louisa), in Malahide
born 1856 Malahide
died April 15, 1942 Windsor, Ontario
children:
1. Ethel M. Garrett (Jan. 10, 1884 – May 7, 1937 Windsor, age 53)
Married ______Pflieger
3. Mary Elizabeth Garrett (dau of Judson & Elizabeth)
born 1835 Chippewa, Ontario
died September 26, 1917 Aylmer, Ontario
not married; buried in Luton
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 4, 1917:
The death occurred here on Wednesday, September 26th, of Mary Elizabeth Garrett, one of Aylmer’s oldest and most highly respected citizens, after an illness of some few weeks. Deceased, who was in her 83rd year, had always enjoyed splendid health up to within a few weeks of her death.  Miss Garrett was born in Chippewa and when but a girl with her parents, the late Judson and Mariette Garrett, moved to Malahide and settled on the 9th concession. For the past fifty years deceased has made her home in Aylmer, and during that half century has lived continuously in the home in which she died, on South street. She was a member of St. Paul’s Methodist church, and was a progressive citizen, ever interested in the advancement and progress of Aylmer.  Miss Garrrett was the last of her family and is survived by a large number of nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces.  The surviving nephews and nieces are: Erving Garrett, of Malahide; Dr. Hill, of St. Louis; and Mrs. John Millard, of Prospect Valley, Alberta; great nephews and nieces, Chas. Haggan, Will Haggan, Fred Haggan, of this place; Homer and Harold Haggan, now in France; Mrs. Lorne Pettit, Belmont; Mrs. Claude Phfliger, Walkerville; Mrs. Henry Pressey, St. Thomas; Mrs. Lee Welter, Dunboyne; Joe Millard and Mrs. Chas. VanVelzer, Prospect Valley, Alberta; Dr. Roland Hill, lecturer at Cornell University.  The funeral took place from her late residence, and interment took place in the Luton cemetery.
4. James Garrett (son of Judson & Elizabeth)
born 1837
died 1877; buried in Luton
not married
Families from Lot 13:
DOOLITTLE
 
Ira Doolittle owned 100 acres (north half) of lot 13 from 1837 to 1883, followed by Ephraim Doolittle from 1883 to 1901. The property then passed to Minnie Doolittle.  Ira also owned 20 acres in the north half of lot 15 from 1848 to 1853. Walter Doolittle was a tenant on the north half of lot 1 from 1878 to 1883. He and Thomas Doolittle were tenants on lot 2 from 1895 to 1899.  Moses Doolittle is listed as a cabinet maker on lot 15 from 1864 to 1868; and George Doolittle, a blacksmith on lot 15 from 1881 to 1884.
Ira is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (Div. 3, page 9); 1871 (Div. 2, page 63), and 1881 (Div. 2, page 16).  There is also a William Doolittle in 1861 (Div. 2, page 15).  William’s relationship to Ira is unknown, but it is possible he was an uncle.  It is believed that William Doolittle was the father of Thomas and Walter, the tenants listed above.
There are many postings on the Internet on the Rootsweb site listing the pedigree of the Doolittle family.  The family seems to have its origins in Kidderminster, Worcester, England where Abraham Doolittle was born in 1620.  He married Abigail Moss.  Their son Samuel was born in 1665 in New Haven, Connecticut and married Mary Cornwall.  They had a son Samuel, born 1691 in Wallingford, Connecticut who married Jane Wheeler and were the parents of yet another Samuel Doolittle, born in 1720 in New Haven, Connecticut, who married a Susanna, and died in 1792 in Shaftsbury, Bennington County, Vermont.  Most of the Internet postings claim that their son was Moses Doolittle, born 1758 in Worcester, Massachusetts or Dover, New York State, and who came to Canada and died August 22, 1829 at Grafton, Ontario.  A few of the postings claim that Moses was the son of an Ephraim Doolittle (born 1725 in Fairfield, Connecticut) and his wife Sarah Morton.  At any rate, all agree that Moses married Elizabeth Buck (or Beck), who was born at New Milford, Connecticut on Nov. 28, 1760, and died Feb. 5, 1854.  They may have had several children (including the William above on the 1861 census), but two are known with certainty.  One was Isaac Doolittle, born 1784 in Pittsford, Rutland Co., Vermont, and who settled in Haldimand County about 1806.  Isaac and his wife Mary had at least one son, Hiram, who lived for a time in Elgin County.
The other known son of Moses is Samuel Doolittle, born January 29, 1792 at Pittsford, Vermont.  Samuel married Sabra Scott, who was born Dec. 18, 1797 at Brookfield, New York.  Samuel and Sarah had eleven children, including Ira of Malahide.  They had settled in Haldimand County but moved to Malahide, to the Talbot Road three miles east of Aylmer in 1829.  A few years later, Samuel & Sabra moved to Indiana with part of their family.  Sabra died at West Fork, Indiana on July 31, 1851.  Samuel survived his wife by about 10 years and died on Dec. 17, 1862. They are buried in the Beals cemetery near Leavenworth, Indiana.
It is not known if any of the other eleven children of Samuel & Sarah settled in Malahide, but it is possible that their son Moses Carroll Doolittle, born April 29, 1837, is the Moses listed as a cabinet maker from 1864 to 1868 on lot 15.
Ira Scott Doolittle (son of Samuel Doolittle & Sabra Scott)
born May 15, 1815 Ontario
died September 4, 1896 Malahide; age 81 years; buried in Luton cemetery
married May 15, 1837 Sarah Jane Westover (dau of Samuel Westover & Phebe Jones)
born April 5, 1820 Malahide
died August 11, 1908 Malahide; buried in Luton cemetery
Ira’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 10, 1896:
In the death of Mr. Ira Doolittle, which occurred on Friday last, another of the links that binds the present and the past was severed.  Mr. Doolittle, who was 82 years old, has lived on the farm where he died for about 55 years, going onto it when it was a wilderness, and living to see it one of the finest farms in one of the finest sections of the finest and best country on earth.  By his kindness of disposition, and his readiness to do a good turn to everyone, Mr. Doolittle made a host of friends, and he will long be remembered and spoken of as one of the best citizens Malahide ever produced.  The funeral took place on Sunday and there was a very large attendance.
Sarah’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 27, 1908:
MRS. SARAH JANE DOOLITTLE
Born April 5th, 1820 – Died Aug. 11th, 1908
Deceased was a daughter of the late Samuel Westover, of Malahide, and was almost the first white child born in this township.  Over a blazed trail, in the year 1818, her father travelled with an ox team, his young bride and all their earthly goods, from St. Catharines to Malahide, where they settled in the wilderness. They brought with them a lot of seeds and pits of fruit trees, which they planted, and formed the nucleus from which many an orchard was afterwards developed. Her husband predeceased her some 12 years. Deceased was the mother of three daughters and five sons, all but one of whom are living: Mrs. Milton McConnell, of Lakeview; Mrs. J. Williams, Grovesend; Mrs. Walter Brown, deceased; Ephraim and Wilbur, of Luton; Solon, St. Marys; George, of Union, and Dr. Perry, Toronto. There are also living 21 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild, little Miss Dorothy Huffman, of Orwell, who was recently photographed lying in the arms of her great great grandmother – a photo which will be greatly prized by her in years to come, and an experience which few people in this world can boast of.  The sacred historian mentions with pride and satisfaction that Joseph saw his children to the fourth generation, but this mother in Israel, a life-long Christian and member of the Methodist church, was more highly honoured, in that she saw her children to the fifth generation.  “With long life will I satisfy thee” was certainly a true fulfilment of Scripture in the case of this godly woman, who passed away on Aug. 11th and was laid to rest in the family plot at Luton on the 13th.
Children of Ira & Sarah: Phoebe, Sabra, Mary, Ephraim, Solon, Wilbur, George, Perry
1. Phoebe Ladona Doolittle (dau of Ira & Sarah)
born November 15, 1840 Luton
died April 8, 1923; Lot 29, Con. 1, Malahide;  buried in Luton
married Oct. 21, 1861 George Milton McConnell (son of David & Rachel [Marr])
born August 13, 1838
died 1919
Phoebe’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 12, 1923:
DEATH OF MRS. McCONNELL AT LAKEVIEW
Mrs. Milton McConnell, wife of the late Milton McConnell, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Saxton, after being confined to her room for a week. She had been in poor health all winter, and passed away very gently and peacefully, on Sunday evening at 5:30.  Mrs. McConnell, whose maiden name was Phoebe Doolittle, was born at Luton, 82 years ago last November, and is survived by four brothers, Ephraim, of Luton; George of Union; Wilbur of Jaffa, and Dr. Perry, of Toronto.  Her two sons are Clarence, of Lakeview, and Arthur of Dunboyne.  Her only daughter is Mrs. John Saxton with whom she resided.  There are five grandchildren.  Mrs. McConnell was a fine Christian woman and had a warm place in the hearts of this community where she resided since her marriage. The funeral took place at two o’clock, Rev. Mr. Fanjoy conducted the service at the house, and Rev. Mr. Shaw, at Luton, where she was laid to rest beside her husband, who passed away three years ago.
children: Clarence Milton, Henrietta, David Arthur
1.Clarence Milton McConnell (born ca 1863 Malahide)
Married Nov. 14, 1888 Mary Hankinson (dau of James & Abigail), in Malahide
2.Henrietta McConnell (born ca 1866 Malahide)
Married May 20, 1891 John Alexander Saxton (son of Elijah & Margaret)
3.David Arthur McConnell (born ca 1869 Malahide)
Married Nov. 25, 1891 Mary Maloney (dau of Daniel & Catherine); in Aylmer
2. Sabra Olive Doolittle (dau of Ira & Sarah)
born November 13, 1844
died October 25, 1873; buried in Dunboyne
married Oct. 21, 1865 Rev. Walter Livingston Brown (see Vol. 3 for more information)
children: Williard Wentworth, Amelia, Emerson, Alice
1.Williard Wentworth Brown
Born December 4, 1867 (or 1869)
died April 1949; lived on lot 16, concession 5
married September 15, 1885 Ruth Prichard (dau of Joseph)
2.Amelia Maria Brown  (1868 – 1959); married Dr. David W. Stevenson
3.Emerson Brown (born April 3, 1870)
4.Alice Minnie Brown (born May 9, 1872; died Sept. 5, 1872)
3. Mary Louisa Doolittle (dau of Ira & Sarah)
born August 17, 1850
died February 27, 1912, age 61 yrs. 6 mos. 10 days; at Lot 27, Concession 2
married March 24, 1869 John Ogden Williams
born June 20, 1844
died 1913
John was the son of John Smith Williams & Amy Weaver. John & Mary are found in Malahide census records: 1881 (Div. 1, page 6); 1891 (Div. 1, page 19); 1901 (Div. 1, page 4)
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 29, 1912:
One of the best known and most highly esteemed residents of Malahide passed away on Tuesday morning last in the person of Mrs. John O. Williams, of Grovesend. Deceased had a stroke of paralysis about 4 months ago, from which she never recovered. She was formerly Miss Doolittle, and was born at Luton nearly 62 years ago. Her married life has all been spent at Grovesend, the past 23 years on the farm on which she died.  At the age of 13 she was converted and has been a faithful member of the Methodist church ever since, a true Christian, loving wife and mother, kind friend and neighbour, she will be missed and mourned by everyone.  She leaves besides her sorrowing husband, who has not been well for several years, four sons, Carl, of Pt. Burwell; Percy of Luton; Walter of Grovesend; Oscar at home; also an adopted son at home, Chas. Doolittle. The funeral will take place on Thursday, services at the house and interment in Luton cemetery.
Children: Carroll F., Florence, Grace A., Bertha, Walter Leroy, Perry, Oscar, Floyd, Pearl
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1.Freeman Carroll Williams (born July 19, 1874 Malahide)
2.Pearl Williams (born April 27, 1881 Malahide)
3.Perry Lloyd Williams (born April 6, 1885 Malahide; died Feb. 1959 Kitchener)
4.Oscar Williams (born August 4, 1889)
5.Florence Williams (born ca 1871)
6.Grace A. Williams (born ca 1878)
7.Walter Leroy Williams (born ca 1883)
8.Floyd Williams
4. Ephraim Hess Doolittle (son of Ira & Sarah)
born July 2, 1852
died May 26, 1939; buried in Luton
married 1.  May 4, 1875 Emaline Chute (dau of Edmund Chute & Mary Palmer)
Born July 9, 1855
died March 10, 1892; age 36 yrs. 8 mos; buried in Luton
married 2.  Minnie Neal (born 1873 Indiana; died December 23,1939 Malahide)
Ephraim remained on his father’s farm at Luton, also purchasing the south half of lot 28, concession 1, where he lived for a few years.  He operated a blacksmith shop at Lakeview for a few years until 1893, and also ran a sawmill on the home farm at Luton.
Ephraim’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 1, 1939:
E. H. DOOLITTLE
Ephraim Doolittle, a resident of Malahide all his life, passed away at his home Friday evening, May 26th, following an illness of several months.  He was in his 87th year. Successful in farming, he also operated a saw mill.  Mr. Doolittle was a member of the United Church and was highly respected in this locality. The family resided on the same farm for 102 years, being among the early settlers of the Luton district.  Surviving are his wife, formerly Minnie Neal; a son, Neal Doolittle, a daughter, Mrs. Walker Candler, of Aylmer, and a brother, George Doolittle, of Union. The funeral was held Monday with a private service at the house at 2:00 p.m. followed by a public service at the Luton church, at 2:30. Rev. H. F. Kennedy, assisted by Rev. R. L. McConnell, of Kilamat, B.C., was in charge of the service. During the service the choir sang “Nearer My God To Thee”, and Miss Ruby Bancroft sang “When Our Journey is Done”. Mrs. Fred Dunn was accompanist. The many floral tributes were borne by Lloyd and Arthur Stokes, while the pallbearers were six neighbours, Michael McKnight, Fred Haggan, Ross McConnell, Everett VanPatter, Fred Dunn and Meredith Hale. Interment was in the Luton cemetery.
Minnie’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 28, 1939:
MRS. MINNIE DOOLITTLE
Mrs. Minnie Doolittle, wife of the late Ephraim Doolittle, died at her home on the Fourth Concession of Malahide, near Luton, after a lengthy illness.  However, death came very suddenly on Saturday morning, December 23rd, and it was unexpected. Mrs. Doolittle was in her 68th year and was born in the State of Indiana, U.S.A., coming to Canada many years ago.  She had resided on the farm where she died for the past 45 years and was a member of the United Church of Canada, at Luton. Surviving are one son, Neal Doolittle, with whom she made her home, and one daughter, Mrs. Hazel Candler, 4th concession; one brother, Frank Neal, and a sister, Miss Loda Neal, both of Indiana, and another sister, Mrs. Betty LaDuc, of Indianapolis.  Her husband predeceased her 7 months ago. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from her late residence, 4th concession Malahide, with a large attendance.  Rev. H. F. Kennedy had charge of the service during which Mrs. Jas. Haggan sang “Good Morning Up There”, accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Fred Haggan. Some beautiful flowers surrounded the casket, composed of a wreath from the family; sprays from Mrs. John Saxton, Mr and Mrs J. A. Saxton; Detroit Plant; Mr and Mrs Stokes; spray, Mr and Mrs E. Randall; Luton’s Women’s Association; Luton Women’s Institute; Raymond and Blanche, Howard and Mildred; Ray and Lois; Paul and Bea; Olive Lowell and Agnes; Lola Betty and Frank. Flower bearers were Emmerson Brown, Walter Williams, Clarence Saxton and Perry Williams.  Pallbearers: M. McKnight, F. Haggan, E. VanPatter, Ed. Knott, Orrie Liddle and Wm. Roberts. Relatives were present from Union, Lakeview, Port Burwell, Lyons and district. Interment was in Luton cemetery.
children: Neal, Hazel
1.Ira Neal Doolittle (son of Ephraim & Minnie)
Born September 20, 1896
died 1980
married Daisy E. Stokes (1899 – 1977)
2.Hazel Agnes Doolittle (dau of Ephraim & Minnie)
Born May 5, 1904
married Oct. 13, 1928 Walter T. Chandler
5. Solon Lewis Doolittle (son of Ira & Sarah)
born April 27, 1854
diedlived in St. Marys, Ontario
married 1. Ida May Kent (dau of George)
born 1857
died February 10, 1899; age 42 yrs. 5 mos. 8 days; buried in Dunboyne
married 2.  April 27, 1911 Elizabeth Willis Cameron Kester, in Toronto
Solon moved to Berlin (later Kitchener) where he is found on the 1901 census.
Solon & Elizabeth were both living in St. Mary’s at the time of their marriage.  Both were widowed.
children: Rose, Clara, Josephine, Charles Augustus Kent
1.Rose Doolittle (born May 6, 1882)
2.Willie (or Millie) Josephine Doolittle (born July 20, 1877)
3.Clara Velma Doolittle (born Mar. 22, 1884)
4.Charles Augustus Kent Doolittle (Aug. 24, 1879 – Oct. 22, 1905 in Kitchener)
6. Wilbur Allen (or Alexander) Doolittle (son of Ira & Sarah)
born July 29, 1856 Luton
died October 10, 1932; age 76 yrs. 2 mos. 11 days; lived at Jaffa; buried in Luton
married Clara Madeonon Fushia Stricton (dau of Mitchell & Madeline Fushia)
born Dec. 11, 1856 Vermont
died July 26, 1932 Malahide, age 77
Wilbur’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 13, 1932:
DEATH OF WILBUR A. DOOLITTLE
Following an operation in the Memorial Hospital, St. Thomas, Wilbur Alexander Doolittle, farmer, of Jaffa, died Monday night in his 77th year.  A native of Luton, Mr. Doolittle lived the greater part of his life there, spending fifteen years in Nebraska, returning thirty-two years ago. His wife, Clara Madenon Fushia, died a few months ago.  Mr. Doolittle was much esteemed and was a member of the United Church, and of Malahide Lodge, 140, A.F. & A.M.  He is mourned by one daughter, Mrs. A. J. Wharton, wife of the High Constable of Middlesex.  The funeral will take place from his late home on Thursday at 2:30. Rev. H. F. Kennedy officiating, interment in Luton cemetery.
Clara’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 28, 1932:
DEATH OF MRS. WILBUR DOOLITTLE
One of Malahide township’s highly respected citizens and old residents, Mrs. Clara Doolittle, beloved wife of Wilbur Doolittle, passed away at her home on the 4th concession, Tuesday morning, July 26th, after a short illness. She was in her 76th year and was born in Verjennes, Vermont. After her marriage to Mr. Doolittle, the couple lived in Lincoln, Nebraska, and for the past thirty-six years had resided in Ontario. Her parents were Mr Mitchell Fushia and Mrs. Madelina Plude Fushia, of Quebec.  Deceased was a member of the United Church at Luton, and took an active part in all church work.  Many friends regret her passing. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. A. J. Wharton, of London, wife of the high constable of Middlesex county; and one sister, Mrs. Lewis DeBrunner, Lodgepola, Nebraska. The funeral service will be held at the home on Thursday, July 28th, at 2:30 p.m., and will be conducted by Rev. Kennedy, of the Malahide circuit. Interment will take place in the Luton cemetery.
7. George Everett Doolittle (son of Ira & Sarah)
born March 29, 1859 Malahide
died June 27, 1943 Beachville, Ontario; lived at Union
married Dec. 23, 1881 Mary Elizabeth Morse (dau of Ira & Margaret), in Malahide
born January 10, 1861 Niagara Falls or Richmond
died December 1, 1919 Union; age 58 yrs. 10 mos. 21 days
George is the one referred to earlier on lot 15 as a blacksmith on lot 15 from 1881 to 1884.  The 1881 census (Div. 2, page 16) gives his occupation as blacksmith.  He is found on the 1901 census in Yarmouth.  He was living in Union at the time of his marriage. Mary’s death registration states she was born in Richmond, Ont., the dau of Ira Morse & Margaret Procure.  Her marriage record gives her birth place as Niagara Falls.
George’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 1, 1943:
GEORGE E. DOOLITTLE DIED AT UNION
Brother of the Late Ephraim Doolittle, Luton and Dr. Perry Doolittle, of Toronto
George Everett Doolittle, veteran blacksmith and carriage maker of the Union district of South Yarmouth, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Homer Gould, Beachville, Ontario, on Sunday morning, June 27th, after an extended illness, aged 84 years.  He was born on March 29th, 1859 in Malahide township, the last of a family of eight children. His father was in the lime kiln business for a number of years, gathering limestone from the fields to supply lime to buyers throughout the district.  Mr. Doolittle moved to Union as a young man, after learning the blacksmithing business in Luton.  He was also in business in Lakeview, where he was instrumental in getting a post office for that place.  He acquired the Union Carriage Works in 1887.  Injured while shoeing a horse, he quit the business and went into apple evaporating and cider making, and developed one of the largest plants of the kind in Western Ontario.  In 1912 he moved his plant to St. Thomas. For some years he managed an evaporating plant for the Canadian Canners at Simcoe.  Mr. Doolittle was a pioneer in the dehydrating of fruit and vegetables on this continent.  He was one of the first men to have the telephone installed at Union.  He was a brother of the late Ephraim Doolittle, who for years operated a mill at Luton, and of the late Dr. Perry Doolittle, of Toronto, the “father” of the Ontario Motor League and the man who constructed the first bicycle (a high wheeler) ever built in Canada.  Mr. Doolittle was a member of the United Church.  Surviving are four daughters: Mrs. Herman Parker, Welwyn, Sask., Mrs. Robert Clark, Sanborn, N.Y.; Mrs. Charles Whitney, Rochester, N.Y.; and Mrs. Homer Gould, Beachville, Ont.; also by five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.  Mrs. Doolittle died in 1919.  The funeral service was held in St. Thomas on Tuesday afternoon, and interment was made in the Union cemetery.  Rev. C. W. Down, of Sparta, conducted the service.
children of George & Mary: Jenny, Alice, Gladys Viola, Cora May, Ira
1.Sarah Jane (Jenny) Doolittle (born October 12, 1882)
2.M. Alice Doolittle (born Oct. 10, 1886)
3.Gladys Doolittle (born August 21, 1890)
4.Viola Doolittle
5.Cora May Doolittle (born Sept. 30, 1891)
6.Ira Scott Doolittle (born July 13, 1894; died Sept. 2, 1894)
8. Perry Ernest Doolittle (son of Ira & Sarah)
born March 22, 1861
died December 31, 1933
Perry was a doctor in Toronto.  An article about him appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 9, 1922:
DR. DOOLITTLE BUILT FIRST ‘BIKE’ IN ELGIN
President of Canadian Automobile Association is a Native of Malahide
Elgin County can lay claim to the birthplace of Dr. Perry E. Doolittle, of Toronto, president of the Canadian Automobile Association, who addressed the St. Thomas and Elgin Motor Club, at their annual meeting in the Shriner’s Hall, Wednesday evening, he having been born and received his early education in Malahide Township. He comes from pioneer stock, his mother coming as a young girl with her parents to Malahide, following a blazed trail from Port Burwell at that time quite a town and the centre of Elgin. Dr. Doolittle’s eldest brother still resides on the homestead on the fourth concession of Malahide, about three miles south of Aylmer, that his father and mother settled on when first married three-quarters of a century ago.  As a lad Dr. Doolittle was quite an inventor.  He built and rode, while still in his teens, the first bicycle ever owned in this part of the country.  If one happens to be lucky enough to visit the old homestead he will find there a great photo, five or six feet in height, of the doctor, and his first bike, the front wheel of which stands as high as himself.  Dr. Doolittle is the real founder of the Motor League and has always heartily supported the good roads system.  A short time ago Henry Ford presented the doctor with a coupe in appreciation of his executive ability along these lines.
His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 4, 1934:
DR. PERRY E. DOOLITTLE WS A NATIVE OF LUTON
Was Famous Cyclist During his Youth. One of the First to Own a Motorcycle and
An Automobile
Promoter of Good Roads for Canada
Ephraim and George Doolittle are Brothers
Messrs. Ephraim Doolittle, of Malahide, and George Doolittle, of Union, have been in Toronto attending the funeral of their brother, Dr. Perry E. Doolittle, who died in that city on Sunday morning last, December 31st, following an illness of over two and one-half years. IN reporting the death the Toronto Globe of Monday says: “Dr. Doolittle was in his seventy-third year, and was born in Luton, Ont., 4th concession of Malahide. Following his graduation in medicine from Trinity College, he settled in Toronto, where he began his practice. Subsequently he specialized in electri-therapeutics and dual surgery.  Dr. Doolittle was recognized throughout Canada for his enthusiasm for good roads and his campaigning from coast to coast. He was the organizer of the first good roads campaign fund, and the originator of the slogan “Good Roads Abundantly Sign-posted”.  Included in public services rendered Canada by Dr. Doolittle, in addition to the promotion of good roads and the trans-Canada highway, were the furtherance of the unification of traffic laws and the sane and safe use of the highways.  He was a pioneer in fore-seeing and developing the revenue possibilities of United States motor tourist traffic, and he had the satisfaction of seeing the revenue which Canada derives from the traffic swell from a small amount to a quarter of a billion dollars per annum.  At the age of 7 years, Dr. Doolittle became the proud possessor of a home-made bicycle. A few years later he became on of Toronto’s pioneer riders of the high wooden bicycle, dubbed “boneshakers”.  When still a young cyclist he constructed a wooden bicycle with an 18-inch rear wheel and 48-inch from one. The backbone of this machine was a piece of gas pipe, and it had steel tires. The following year he built another, for which he imported rubber wheels from England. The backbone of this machine was a musket barrel, and wire wheels were constructed with the aid of a blacksmith.  It was with this vehicle that Dr. Doolittle made his successful debut in bicycle racing. Between 1891 and 1890 he won more than fifty trophies, included in the championship of Canada in 1893. One of the charter members of the Canadian Wheelman’s Association, he was the first vice president, and subsequently president. Dr. Doolittle was said to have made Canada’s first motorcycle. His inventions, which included the coaster brake, the demountable rim, and the Doolittle by-pass valve, took him to many parts of the United States, Great Britain and Europe.  On April 1, 1898, John Moodie, of Hamilton, imported the first motor car in Canada, and shortly afterward this car was purchased by Dr. Doolittle.  He with the small group of Toronto motorists organized the first automobile club in the Dominion – Toronto Automobile Club – in 1900, which remained in a state of suspended animation until 1903, when, at a re-organization meeting, Dr. P. E. Doolittle was elected its first president, and T. A. Russell its first secretary. That year Ontario for the first time required the licensing of motor vehicles, and in this initiated a procedure in Canada that in a few years was reflected by similar action by all the other provinces.  That year there were less than 150 motor cars owned in this province.  The charter of the Toronto Automobile Club provided for its enlargement into a province-wide organization, anticipating its union, four years later, with the Automobile clubs of Hamilton and Kingston, in the launching of the Ontario Motor League, which has grown to be the largest and most potent of the motor leagues of all the provinces.  They in turn became federated in the Canadian Automobile Association, which is the largest motoring organization in the British Empire outside of England.
Other Doolittles in Elgin County:
William Doolittle (possibly son of Moses Doolittle & Elizabeth Buck)
born ca 1805 USA
died October 26, 1863; aged 58 yrs. 9 mos. 14 days
married Margaret ______
born June, 1812 USA
died March 9, 1893 Yarmouth; age 81 yrs. 9 mos. 8 days
William is buried in Dunboyne cemetery.  He is found on the 1861 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 15).  His widow Margaret is not found in the Malahide 1871 census, but in 1881 is in Yarmouth (Div. 1, page 54).  In 1891 she is back in Malahide (Div. 2, page 46).  She died in Yarmouth township.
children: Walter, Thomas, Mary
1. Walter Doolittle (son of William & Margaret)
born 1837 “near Paris”
died April 16, 1918 Jaffa, Ontario
married Sarah Halbert (dau of Ephraim Halbert & _____Rice)
born May 15, 1838 Paris, Ontario
died Feb. 17, 1922 Yarmouth; age 83 yrs. 9 mos. 2 days
Walter & Sarah are found in Malahide census records: 1861 (Div. 2, page 15); 1871 (Div. 2, page 14); 1881 (Div. 2, page 45); 1891 (Div. 2, page 45).  His death registration does not give his parents’ names, but it does state he was born “near Paris”, and was the postmaster at Jaffa.  His brother Thomas’ marriage record gives his birthplace as Dumfries, which is the township surrounding Paris, Ontario. Walter & Sarah are buried in the Jaffa cemetery.
Walter’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 25, 1918 in the Jaffa news column:
The death of Mr. W. Doolittle, our postmaster, occurred on Tuesday evening last.  He was in his 81st year and was held in the highest respect by his many friends and neighbours.  He has lived the greater part of his life in this section and had noted many changes that had taken place here.  He had helped build the Methodist church and was instrumental in the starting of the “Good Templar” Lodge in which he held an important office.  The funeral was conducted by Rev. Mr. Kitely who had visited him numerous times during his illness.  Great sympathy is felt for his widow who has taken such faithful care of him.  The 61st anniversary of their wedding was in March.  Besides his widow he leaves two sons, Thos., at home, and Chas., of Toronto.
Sarah’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 23, 1922:
DEATH OF MRS. SARAH DOOLITTLE
Mrs. Sarah Doolittle, relict of the late Walter Doolittle, passed away at her home at Jaffa, Friday, Feb. 17th, after a lingering illness, in her 84th year. Mrs. Doolittle was born near Paris, Ont., and had been a resident of Malahide and Yarmouth for over fifty years.  Being of a very kind and affectionate disposition, she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.  Her husband predeceased her four years ago. She leaves to mourn, two sons, Thomas, at home, and Charles L., of Toronto; also one sister, Mrs. Margaret Rodgers, Lapeer, Mich.  The funeral took place from her late residence, 6th concession Yarmouth, one mile west of Jaffa, on Sunday at 2 o’clock p.m. Interment was made in the Jaffa cemetery.
Another write up appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 2, 1922 in the Jaffa news:
There passed away from our midst the oldest resident of the village in the person of Mrs. Sarah Doolittle, on Friday evening, Feb. 17th, in her 84th year.  Mrs. Doolittle was born near Paris, Ont., but has been a resident of this village for over 50 years, coming here when it was nearly all woods and brush.  Sh was of a jolly and affectionate disposition and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Mr. Doolittle predeceased her nearly four years ago. She leaves to mourn, 2 sons, Thomas at home, and Charles, of Toronto.  Mrs. Doolittle was a life member of the Methodist Church. The funeral was held at the house on Sunday and the service was taken by Rev. Mr. Shaw, of Luton, and Rev. Mr. Huxtable, of New Sarum.  A very large crowd assembled to pay their last respects to one who has gone to her home beyond.  Much sympathy is extended to the bereaved sons.
Children: Lucinda (Charles?), Thomas, Merit
1.Lucinda Doolittle (born ca 1866) [or Charles Lycurgus]
There is confusion about Lucinda.  This may have been an error in census transcription, and the name could actually be “Lycurgus”, a son.  A marriage record was found for a Lycurgus, age 22, residence Amaranth Township, born Malahide, son of Walter & Sarah, a cheesemaker, to Jessie McBain, in Orangeville, Dufferin Co., on Sept. 4, 1889.  Birth records of their children indicate his full name to be Charles Lycurgus Doolittle.  He and Jessie were living in Elora, Wellington County in the 1890’s, where he was a railway brakeman.
2.Thomas Doolittle (born ca 1869)
3.Merit Doolittle (born ca 1870)
2. Thomas Doolittle (son of William & Margaret)
born ca 1840 Dumfries Township, Brant County
died December 2, 1890; age 50
married 1.  Maria Humphreys
born ca 1849
died February 27, 1873; age 24 yrs. 4 mos. 8 days; buried in Dunboyne
married 2.  January 14, 1874 Elizabeth Blackstock; in Malahide
Thomas was residing in Yarmouth at the time of his second marriage. Witnesses were Walter Doolittle and Thomas House.  He is buried in Dunboyne cemetery.  He is found on the 1881 Yarmouth census (Div. 1, page 54), living next to his widowed mother Margaret.  A short death notice appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 12, 1890 in the Jaffa news column: “We regret to announce the death of Mr. Thomas Doolittle, of that dread disease, consumption”.
children: William (?), Margaret, Jane, May, Walter
1.William Doolittle (born ca 1860) (1881 Yarmouth census Div. 1, page 54)
2.Margaret Doolittle (born ca 1871)
3.Jane Doolittle (born ca 1871 Yarmouth)
Married Sept. 19, 1888 John R. Robinson, in Yarmouth
4.May Doolittle (born ca 1873)
5.Walter Doolittle (born ca 1876)
3. Mary Doolittle (dau of William & Margaret)
born ca 1849
Mary is found with her widowed mother Margaret on the 1881 Yarmouth census (Div. 1, page 54).  It appears she was not married, but was the mother of Frederick Doolittle (1868-1941) who is buried with his wife Mary Wiseman (1866-1928) in Dunboyne cemetery.  They were married on June 29, 1892 in Malahide. His marriage record gives only his mother’s name, Mary Doolittle.  Also living with Mary and Frederick in 1881 are two more children of Mary: George, age 11, and Emma, age 1.
Children: Frederick, George, Emma
1.Frederick L. Doolittle (son of Mary Doolittle)
born 1868 Jaffa
died September 5, 1941 St. Thomas, age 74 yrs. 7 mos. 18 days
married June 29, 1892 Mary Wiseman
Born 1866 Nissouri Township
died January 19, 1927 Malahide; age 62 yrs. 1 mos. 28 days
Frederick’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 11, 1941:
FREDERICK L. DOOLITTLE
Frederick L. Doolittle, of Mt. Salem, 2nd concession, Malahide, passed away in the Memorial Hospital, Friday morning, September 5th, in his 75th year, following an illness of two and a half years.  Mr. Doolittle was taken to the Memorial Hospital, Thursday.  He was born at Pleasant Valley, Jaffa, where he resided for years. Mr. Doolittle was a successful farmer of Malahide and a member of the Mt. Salem United Church.  His wife, Mrs. Mary Wiseman Doolittle predeceased him 14 years ago. He leaves to mourn his death, one daughter, Mrs. James Vail, of Galt; one son, Thomas, on the homestead; two grandchildren, Wilfred and Evelyn Vail; a brother, George Doolittle, of Sask; and Mrs. Ora Wiseman, of Detroit.  The funeral was held last Sunday afternoon, September 7th, at 1:30 from the Allen Funeral Home, with Rev. W. D. Stenlake officiating.  There was a very large crowd in attendance and the numerous flowers from relatives, friends and the neighbours, were exquisite.  Mrs. William Turner rendered beautifully the solo “God Will Take Care of You”, accompanied by Mrs. Russel Nelson. The pallbearers were James Hawley, Victor Hawley, Archie Buck, Morley Buck, Frank Irish and Russell Irish.  Relatives that attended were Mr and Mrs Thomas Doolittle, Mt. Salem; Mr and Mrs James Vail, Mr and Mrs Wilfred Vail, and Mr and Mrs Bert Johnson, of Galt; Mr and Mrs James Wiseman, of Detroit; other relatives and friends were present from London, St. Thomas, Aylmer, Malahide, Springfield, Mt. Salem and the surrounding district.  Interment was made in the family plot in the Dunboyne cemetery.
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 27, 1927:
DEATH OF MRS. MARY DOOLITTLE
A Life-Long Resident of Malahide
The death of Mrs. Mary Doolittle, beloved wife of Frederick Doolittle, occurred at her home on the second concession of Malahide on Wednesday, January 9th [sic].  Mrs. Doolittle had been in poor health for some years, but suffered a stroke a week before her death from which she never rallied.  Deceased was in her 63rd year and had lived practically all her life in the vicinity of Mt. Salem where she leaves many friends to mourn her death.  She was an adherent of the Mount Salem United Church.  She is survived by her husband; one daughter, Mrs. Jas. Vail, of Mt. Salem, and one son, Thomas Doolittle, of the second concession of Malahide.  The funeral was held on Saturday from the home at 1:30 o’clock. Service was held at the Mt. Salem church at 2 p.m. and interment followed in the Dunboyne cemetery.
Children: Thomas, Mrs. Vail
1.Daughter (married James Vail)
2.Thomas Frederick Doolittle (born 1896)
married Nov. 18, 1918 Alice Irwin
2.George Francis Doolittle (son of Mary Doolittle)
Born ca 1870
married March 2, 1890 Diantha May Jones
3.Emma Doolittle (dau of Mary Doolittle)
Born ca 1880
married ? Ora Wiseman
Hiram Doolittle (son of Isaac & Mary)
born 1810 Haldimand County
died March 20, 1902 Southwold Township, Elgin County
married 1.  Lucinda _____
married 2.  December 1, 1873 Armanta Victoria Brandow, in Norfolk County
born ca 1833
died April 2, 1896 Southwold Twsp. (House of Industry), age 63
Hiram’s marriage record to Armanta states he was born in Haldimand County, but was residing in Malahide.  His father Isaac Doolittle was a son of Moses (1758-1829).  This connection would make Hiram a first cousin of Ira Doolittle of Malahide.  Hiram was admitted to the Elgin County House of Industry from Malahide township in 1876 and was a resident there off and on during the 1880’s and 1890’s.  He died there in 1902.  His wife Armanta was also admitted to the House of Industry in 1876, and was a resident up to 1885.  She is found in the 1891 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 40), as a servant.
There is also the death of a John Doolittle on March 12, 1900, age 70, residence Con. 4, Malahide; born Jaffa, Malahide, married. His identity is unknown. In the Brock District Marriage register there is a  John Doolittle, of Dumfries, to Catherine Russell, of Burford, Mar. 3, 1849.  Their daughter, Mary Jane, born and residing in Yarmouth, age 20, married Henry H. Haight on Mar. 29, 1871 in Yarmouth.
Families from Lot 14 and other locations:
WESTOVER
Members of the Westover family owned various parcels in Concession 4.   The earliest appears to be Erastus Westover who purchased 40 acres in lot 21 in 1842.  Amasa Westover received a Crown Patent for the north half of lot 23 in 1847, but disposed of it the following year.  Amasa appears later as a tenant on 50 acres in the north half of lot 1 from 1861 to 1862, and became owner of  this parcel  from 1863 to 1865.  He retained 25 acres of it until 1873.
Noah Westover is listed on a half acre parcel in lot 16 in the earliest assessment roll (1859), up to 1862 as a shoemaker and merchant.   Samuel Westover owned 10 acres in the north half of lot 14 from 1858 to 1876, followed by Omer Westover from 1877 past 1900.  Omer is also found as owner of property in lot 15 from 1885 to past 1900.  Samuel also owned 100 acres (north half) of lot 19 from 1863 to 1874, and also acquired 25 acres in the south half in 1863. George Westover is listed on a small parcel in lot 35 in 1849, followed by Clarissa Raymond, then Densmore Westover in 1899.
Malahide census records reveal the following members of the Westover family:
1842: Samuel (con. 5, lot 18); Amasa (con. 5, lot 1); Harman (con. 3, lot 15); Horace (con. 3, lot 17); Samuel H. (con. 1, lot 13); and Erastus (con. 4, lot 21).
1851: Lester (Div. 2, page 32); Stephen (Div. 2, page 44); [Division 1 missing]
1861: Stephen (pg 5); Hamilton (pg 17); George (pg 26); Herman (pg 27); Harman (pg 34); Noah (pg 35); Samuel (pg 42); Amasa (pg 46); James (pg 46); and Elizabeth (pg 91).
1871: Stephen (Div. 1, page 32); Lewis (Div. 2, page 3); James (Div. 2, page 13); Amasa (Div. 2, page 13); Henry (Div. 2, page 19); George (Div. 2, page 35); Samuel (Div. 2, page 57); and Alfred (Div. 3, page 8).
1881: Alfred (Div. 2, page 48); Henry (Div. 2, page 57); Homer (Div. 2, page 31), and Hiram (Div. 2, page 51).
1891: David (Div. 3, page 8); Margaret (Div. 2, page 11); Hiram (Div. 2, page 27); and  Densmore (Div. 2, page 56)
1901: Lewis & Eliza (Div. 4, page 3); Hiram & Catherine (Div. 5, page 1); David & Rachel (Div. 4, page 2); Densmore & Dora (Div. 1, page 6); Omer & Emma (Div. 2, page 9); Stephen & Jane (Div. 4, page 5).
As evidenced by the number of Westovers in the Malahide census, there were several branches of the family living in Elgin County at one time.  Many of the families mentioned moved on to the United States. In an attempt to piece together the relationships of the numerous Westovers in the Malahide area, I have consulted several Rootsweb postings on the Internet, and will be referring to that information throughout the following account.  It seems that while all of the Westovers living in Elgin County were related, some were cousins rather than siblings.  The Haggan  Papers also contain an account of the Samuel Westover family, although according to Rootsweb information, Samuel’s grandfather was a Moses Westover, not Nathan.
The family can be traced back to Taunton, Somersetshire, England, where Gabriel Westover (1593-1670) was born. His wife was Joanne Gifford.  Their son, Jonah (or Jonas), born 1628 in Somerset, immigrated to Connecticut where he died at Simsbury in 1708.  His wife was Ann Griswold.  Their son, Jonah (or Jonas), was born in 1664 in Killingworth, Middlesex, Connecticut and died in 1714 at Simsbury, Hartford, Connecticut.  He married Abigail Case.  Their son was John, born 1712 in Hartford, Connecticut, married to Rachel Morton (1717-1811), and died at Sheffield, Berkshire, Massachusetts.  Their son Moses was born March 24, 1744 in Sheffield, Massachusetts and came to Canada, settling in Sutton, Quebec.  He was married in 1767 in Sheffield to Elizabeth Holmes (1751 -1829).  Moses died on November 23, 1826 in Quebec.  Moses & Elizabeth had a son Moses, born December 3, 1768 in Sheffield, Berkshire, Massachusetts who accompanied his parents to Quebec and died there (date unknown).  He married Hannah Hopkins, and they were the parents of several of the Westover branches who came to Elgin County. Another son of Moses & Elizabeth was Amasa Westover who is the father of Samuel of Malahide.
While an attempt has been made to verify the relationships using vital statistics, census and cemetery information, the research of others posted on the Internet has been relied on and has not been documented by the compiler of this work.
Moses Westover (son of Moses Westover & Elizabeth Holmes)
born 1768 Sheffield, Berkshire, Massachusetts
died Sutton (probably), Quebec
married Hannah Hopkins
born ca 1772 Quebec
children: Sarah, Samuel, Erastus, William, Horace, Amasa, Harman, Stephen
1. Sarah Westover (dau of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins) (born ca 1791)
2. Samuel H. Westover (son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins)
born ca 1798 Sutton, Quebec
died February 12, 1880 Markesan, Wisconsin
married Esther Mann; continued next page
Samuel & Esther also lived in Malahide, but by 1860 had moved to Wisconsin where they appear on the census in Leon, Waushara County.  In 1870 they had moved to Mackford, Green Lake County, Wisconsin. The baptisms of two of their children, Sarah & Seth, are found in the Caleb Burdick register in Malahide on July 7, 1823.
3. Erastus Westover (son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins)
born  1799 Sutton, Quebec
died August 18, 1878 Arkona, Lambton County; age 79 yrs. 7 mos. 10 days
married April 10, 1825 Mary Ann Jewell, in Malahide
born ca 1804
Erastus moved to Lambton County (also where his brother Amasa moved).  His widow Mary is found on the 1881 census in Warwick Township there. Erastus Westover is buried in Arkona cemetery, where Amasa is also buried.  Erastus is found in the 1842 Malahide census on lot 21, concession 4, but does not appear in later census records (Div. 1 for 1851 is missing).
4. William Westover (son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins)
born ca 1803 Sutton, Quebec
5. Horace Westover (son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins)
born ca 1805 Sutton, Quebec
see further on for another Horace which may be confused with the above.
6. Amasa Westover (son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins)
born September 9, 1807 Sutton, Quebec
died March 19, 1889 Arkona, Lambton County; age 81 yrs. 6 mos.
married Cynthia Jewell Sinclair
born June 6, 1808
died May 14, 1888 Warwick Twsp., Lambton Co.; age 79 yrs. 11 mos.
Amasa is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 46), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 13).  He and Cynthia are buried in Arkona cemetery, Lambton County
children: Margaret, James, Lester, Henry, Mary Jane, Thursa, Cynthia, Malisa, L. A., David
1.Margaret Westover (dau of Amasa & Cynthia)
married Feb. 18, 1862 Alvinza Backhouse
(See Backhouse family in this volume)
2.James E. Westover (son of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born February 3, 1832 Malahide
died September 9, 1905 Ainsworth, Brown Co., Nebraska
married Feb. 20, 1853 Emaline Barnes
children: (all born in Aylmer) – Emmaranda (1853); Emmarilla (1855); Amasa (1857); Emalora (1860); Adeth Emaline (1862); Amos E. (1867); Acel Bernard (1868). James and Emaline are  found on the 1871 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 13).
3.Lester Westover (son of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born 1833 Malahide; married November 12, 1865 Mary E. Harvey
4.Henry Westover (son of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born 1838 Malahide; married Nov. 26, 1861 Maria Bencroft
Henry & Maria are found on the 1871 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 19)
5.Mary Jane Westover (dau of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born August 17, 1840 Malahide; married James Albert Ryckman
6.Thursa Ann Westover (dau of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born Mar. 6, 1841 Malahide; died Feb. 22, 1880; m. July 27, 1859 John A. Adams
7.Cynthia Westover (dau of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born 1846 Malahide; married Mar. 15, 1862 Joseph Sanders
8.Malisa Westover (dau of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born 1847 Malahide; died February 23, 1868; buried in Dunboyne
9.L. A. Westover (child of Amasa & Cynthia); Born ca 1848 Malahide
10.David Erastus Westover (son of Amasa & Cynthia)
Born December 17, 1850 Malahide
died October 30, 1910 Lot 1, Concession 7, Malahide; age 60 yrs. 10 mos. 13 dys
married Rachel Backhouse (David is buried in Orwell cemetery)
David’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 10, 1910 in the Orwell news:
An old and respected resident of our village passed away Sunday, in the person of David Westover, after along illness from cancer of the face.  He was 61 years of age and had lived here for a number of years.  The funeral took place on Tuesday to the Orwell cemetery.
7. Harman Westover (son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins)
born 1809 Sutton, Quebec
see further on for another Harman which may be confused with the above.
8. Stephen Westover (son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins)
born ca 1811 Sutton, Quebec
died
married 1. February 28, 1837 Elizabeth Berdan
married 2.  October 27, 1847 Nancy Berdan, in Bayham
children: (1st marriage) – Caroline, Rosanna, Lewis, Alfred, Jacob, Nancy, Alexander
   (2nd marriage) – Almira, Nathaniel, Almeda, Hamilton, Pomelia, Lilly, John, Olive
Stephen Westover also lived in Malahide, but probably not in the Concession 4 area.  He is found in the 1851 census (Div. 2, page 32), 1861 (page 5), and 1871 (Div. 1, page 32). His son Alexander (1847-1912) is buried in Springfield cemetery.
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Amasa Westover (son of Moses Westover & Elizabeth Holmes)
born May 15, 1776 Sheffield, Berkshire, Massachusetts
died October 30, 1799 Quebec
married Polly Waterhouse
The Haggan Papers incorrectly gives Amasa’s father’s name as Nathan.  It states that Amasa and Polly settled on a farm in Quebec, close to the border of Vermont, and had two children, Samuel & Electa.  Following Amasa’s death, Polly was married to a man by the name of Root, and had two more children. After Mr. Root’s death she was married to a Mr. Duclaus and had two more children.  Her son Samuel at the age of 18 came to Ontario, settling first near St. Catharines and eventually making his way to Malahide township and built a log cabin. He returned to St. Catharines for the winter, returning with his bride Phebe Jones, in the spring of 1818.
Phebe died in 1847, and Samuel married Margaret Kilmer.  Samuel and his two wives are buried in Luton cemetery.  The Haggan Papers mentions that upon coming to Malahide, Samuel worked for a cousin who had come to the district earlier.
Amasa’s son Samuel is found on the next page:
Samuel Westover (son of Amasa Westover & Polly Waterhouse)
born May 22, 1798 Quebec
died February 26, 1877 Malahide; age 78 yrs. 9 mos. 4 days
married 1.  ca 1818 Phebe Jones (dau of Jonathan Jones & Sarah Jane Kelly)
Born December 30, 1798
died July 12, 1847 Malahide; age 48 yrs. 6 mos. 12 days
married 2.  Mar. 14, 1848 Margaret Kilmer (dau of Henry Kilmer & Mary Dennis)
born June 27, 1824
died May 20, 1908
children: (1st marriage) – Sarah Jane, Amasa, John, Mary, Maria
   (2nd marriage) – Caroline, Jeannette, Hiram, Omer
Samuel is found in the Malahide census: 1861 (page 42); and 1871 (Div. 2, page 57).
Margaret’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 28, 1908:
In the death of Mrs. Samuel Westover which occurred on Wednesday of last week, the Township of Bayham loses one of its oldest and most esteemed citizens.  Deceased was in her 83rd year and leaves two daughters, Mrs. Robert Knott and Mrs. Albert Pritchard, of Bayham.  The remains were brought to the Luton church from the home of the latter, where she died.  Services were held in the church and the interment took place on Friday at the Luton cemetery.
Children of Samuel:
1.Sarah Jane Westover (dau of Samuel & Phebe)
Born April 8, 1820
married May 13, 1837 Ira Scott Doolittle; see Doolittle family in this volume
2.Amasa Westover (son of Samuel & Phebe)
The Haggan Papers state that Amasa married Cynthia and had a daughter Malisa who died in 1868 and is buried in Dunboyne cemetery.  This statement appears to be incorrect.  The Amasa who married Cynthia did live in Malahide until the 1870’s, but moved to Lambton County and died in 1889 age 81 (born 1808), and therefore could not possibly be a son of Samuel & Phebe. It is believed he was the Amasa, son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins (see information given earlier).  He would therefore be a first cousin of Samuel’s father Amasa.
 However, another Amasa was found in the 1851 South Dorchester census, age 30 (born 1821). His wife was Ann, born Ireland, age 29, and they had two children Mary A., age 6, and Romain, age 2.  Amasa & Ann moved to the United States where they are found on the 1860 census in South Fork, Delaware County, Iowa.  This could be the Amasa, son of Samuel & Phebe.
On the same page in the 1851 South Dorchester census is a Lyman Westover, mechanic, age 24.  Living with him is a Margaret Westover, age 20, and Horace Westover, age 12.  They appear to be siblings.  It is not certain who Lyman is.
3.John Howard Westover (son of Samuel & Phebe)
Born May 9, 1824; died December 31, 1913 David City, Nebraska
4.Mary Westover (dau of Samuel & Phebe) (1826 – 1904); married Walter Carman
Mary & Walter lived in the western United States.  After his death, she returned to Ontario and lived near her niece Mary Doolittle Williams, and is buried in the Williams plot in Luton cemetery.
5.Maria Westover (dau of Samuel & Phebe)
6.Phebe Caroline Westover (dau of Samuel & Margaret)
Born January 22, 1849 Malahide; died January 17, 1935
married Nov. 30, 1872 Robert Knott
Caroline’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 24, 1935:
MRS. ROBERT KNOTT PASSES
Mrs. Caroline Knott, relict of the late Robert Knott, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William N. Orton, Aylmer, on Thursday, January 17th, in her 86th year.  Her death followed a stroke which she suffered two days previous. She was born at Luton, a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Samuel Westover, and is the last of her family. She attended school at Luton as a young girl and following her marriage to Robert Knott she moved to Richmond where they resided for 30 years and where Mr. Knott successfully operated a mill. Fourteen years ago they retired and came to Aylmer to reside.  Her husband predeceased her three years ago.  Mrs. Knott was a member of the United Church and was interested in its many activities.  She leaves many friends both in Aylmer and Richmond to mourn her death.  Four daughters and one son survive: Mrs. George Orton and Mrs. Harry L. Godwin, Richmond; Mrs. W. N. Orton, Aylmer; Mrs. J. C. Donaldson, St. Thomas, and Edward Knott, Luton.  The funeral service was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Orton, Cedar St., Aylmer, on Saturday at 3 p.m., and was in charge of Rev. Charles Leslie, of Richmond.  It was largely attended by relatives and friends.  The pallbearers were Edward Knott, Harry Westover, William Orton, George Orton, Harry Godwin and Mr. Donaldson.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
7.Jeannette M. Westover (dau of Samuel & Margaret) born July 2, 1850
 married Sept. 21, 1870 George Albert Pritchard; see Pritchard family in this volume
8.Hiram Westover (son of Samuel & Margaret)
Born May 6 (or 7), 1853; died December 21, 1922
married 1874 Catherine Foster (May 11, 1853 – June 12, 1918)
Hiram & Kate settled on lot 27, concession 6, Malahide.  They are buried in Aylmer. Hiram’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 28, 1922:
The funeral of the late Hiram Westover, last Saturday, was largely attended. Services were conducted at the house by the Rev. Mr. Ray, of Springfield.  Interment in the Aylmer cemetery.  Mr. Westover had been a resident here for about 50 years, and will be missed by many friends.
9.Omer Ledro Westover (son of Samuel & Margaret)
Born December 1, 1854 Malahide; died July 25, 1932 Malahide
married Emma Harvey (1856- Dec. 13, 1914)
Omer & Emma settled on lot 14, concession 4. His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 28, 1932:
OMER L. WESTOVER PASSES
Was Prominent Citizen of the Community.  Never Recovered from an Operation
Omer L. Westover, well-known farmer of the Luton district, died at his home there early Monday morning, July 25th, in his 78th year.  He had been ill for nearly a year and nine weeks ago underwent a serious operation in Victoria Hospital, London, from which he never rallied. The late Mr. Westover was born in Malahide township on the fifth concession, but for nearly fifty years he had lived on his farm on the 4th concession at Luton, just west of the church.  He was a most successful farmer and his farm was one of the show places of this district. He took an active interest in the Luton church and the Malahide Circuit.  For thirty years he was superintendent of the Luton Sunday School, he was leader of the choir for a long period, and for years was secretary of the Official Board of the Malahide Circuit.  He served on the Malahide township council and following that municipal experience had been one of the township auditors for a great many years.  He was also auditor for the Aylmer and Malahide Telephone Co., and a man whose honesty and integrity was never questioned. His pleasing  personality  made for him many friends and he had no enemies.  His has been a life of service and he will be greatly missed in the community where he has spent so many useful years.  His wife predeceased him eighteen years ago. One daughter and two sons survive: Miss Inez, at home; Harry B. Westover, Luton, ex-Reeve of Malahide; and W. Fred Westover, druggist, Windsor.  One sister, Mrs. Robert Knott, Aylmer and several grandchildren.  The funeral was held at his late residence, Luton, Wednesday, at 2:30 p.m., followed by interment in the family plot in Luton cemetery.
Emma’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, Dec. 17, 1914:
On Sunday, Dec. 13, after a long and painful illness, Emma Harvey, beloved wife of Omer L. Westover, of Malahide, passed away aged 58.  She was the second daughter of the late William Harvey, M.P., for East Elgin, and is survived by one daughter, Inez, at home, and two sons, Harry, on the old homestead, and Fred, druggist of Walkerville; three sisters: Mrs. (Dr.) F. Kilmer of St. Catharines; Mrs. W. S. Herne, of San Jose, Cal., and Mrs. W. M. James, of Breckenridge, Minn.; also two brothers, Hon. Horace Harvey, of Edmonton, Chief Justice of Alberta; and Edwin J., of California.  Deceased had spent her whole life in this district and was loved and esteemed for her many excellent qualities and noble character.  She was a faithful and useful member of the Luton Methodist church, where she was a willing worker until prevented by her last illness.  The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon, service being held at her late residence and the interment in Luton cemetery.
Children of Omer & Emma: Fred, Harry, Inez, Evangeline
1.W. Frederick Westover (son of Omer & Emma)
born 1886; died July 29, 1965 Windsor, age 77; married Frances Brown
2.Harry B. Westover (son of Omer & Emma)
born 1883; died 1960; buried in Luton
Married Bertha S. Dunn (1873-1956)
3.Inez L. Westover (dau of Omer & Emma)
born October 26, 1880; died July 2, 1970; buried in Luton
4.Evangeline Harvey Westover (dau of Omer & Emma)
born 1877; died July 30, 1901; age 22 yrs. 4 mos; buried in Luton
Evangeline’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 1, 1901:
The death on Tuesday last of Evangeline, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs O. L. Westover, of Luton, while not unexpected, was a great shock, not only to her near relatives, but also to her hundreds of friends throughout this whole section, where she was well known and greatly esteemed.  She was only a few months over 22 years of age, but tuberculosis claimed her young life in spite of all that money, medical skill and careful nursing could do.  She spent last winter in Florida, but the change brought no permanent benefit, and she has been gradually sinking ever since her return.  Much sympathy is felt for the bereaved parents and family, who have been untiring in their efforts to stay the disease, and make comfortable her last days.  The funeral takes place this afternoon at 3 o’clock from her late residence.
Another more distantly related branch of the Westover family is also found in Elgin County records.  John Westover (born 1711) who married Rachel Morton had another son named John (born 1738 in Hartford, Connecticut) who had a son William Westover (born 1769 in Sheffield, Massachusetts).  William came to Canada and settled in Grantham Township, Lincoln County where he died in 1836.  He married Catherine Hostetter and had thirteen children, several of whom came to Elgin County.
Children of William Westover & Catherine Hostetter:
John, Ann, Horace, Herman, William, Isaac, Elizabeth, Mahitable, Rufus, Charlotte, George, Jacob, Barbara
1.John Westover (born 1806 Grantham Township)
2.Ann Westover (born 1807 Grantham Township)
3.Horace Westover (born 1808 Grantham Township)
Married Catherine Dennis
This is probably the Horace Westover found on the 1842 Malahide census on lot 17, concession 3. There appears to have been another Horace Westover, son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins, born about 1805. Horace who married Catherine Dennis may be that person.  Horace had several children married in Elgin County:
Lucinda (married Dec. 3, 1861 Wallace Shingler)
Horace (married Dec. 15, 1861 Mary Stover)
Philanda (married April 4, 1862 William Nickerson)
Catherine (married Jan. 27, 1862 Thomas Kilmer)
Jacob M. (Mrried July 26, 1866 Maria Pratt)
4.Herman Westover (born ca 1808 Grantham Township)
Married February 4, 1838 Elizabeth Boughner
Herman (or Harman) was living in Malahide at the time of his marriage.  He is probably the Herman found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 27), age 53, with wife Eliza and children Lewis, 22, Alex, 21, and Ursula, 19.  There is also a Harman Westover in the 1842 census in Malahide on lot 15, concession 3).  The above Herman or Harman may not be a son of William & Catherine.  There appears to have been another Harman, born about 1809 in Sutton, Quebec, the son of Moses Westover & Hannah Hopkins.  Information found in Herman’s son Lewis’ death registration points to the fact that the Herman who married Elizabeth Boughner is not the one born in Quebec.  Lewis Alvin Westover died Sept. 9, 1927 in Port Rowan.  He was born Feb. 18, 1839 in Aylmer, the son of Herman Westover, born St. Catharines, and Eliza Boughner, born Norfolk County.
Children of William Westover & Catherine Hostetter, continued:
5.William Westover (born ca 1809 Grantham Township)
6.Isaac Westover (born ca 1811 Grantham Township)
Married April 4, 1838 Susannah H. McCauley
Isaac was living in Malahide at the time of his marriage.
7.Elizabeth Westover (born ca 1814 Grantham Township)
8.Mahitable Westover (born ca 1814 Grantham Township)
9.Rufus Westover (born ca 1816 Grantham Township)
There is a marriage record in Elgin County of Charlotta Westover, age 19, residence and born Malahide, daughter of Rufus & Elizabeth, to James Blashill on Nov. 19, 1860.  The marriage was witnessed by Jane & Edgerton Westover.
10.Charlotte Westover (born ca 1818 Grantham Township)
11.George Westover
Born ca 1818 Grantham Township
died August 18, 1871; age 52 yrs. 10 mos. 26 days
Married March 23, 1847 Clarissa Pritchard
born 1826
died January 4, 1922; age 95 yrs. 4 mos. 14 days
George was living in Malahide at the time of marriage. George is found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 26) and 1871 (Div. 2, page 35).  He and his wife are buried in Calton cemetery.  He owned a small parcel in lot 35, concession 4.  His widow was remarried to a Mr. Raymond.
Children: Sylvenus, Catherine, Silas, Mallory, Lewis Densmore, John, Henry, Edith
1.Sylvenus Westover (born ca 1848)
2.Catherine Phoebe Westover (born ca 1849)
3.Silas Westover (born ca 1852)
4.Mallory Westover (born ca 1855)
5.Lewis Densmore Westover (son of George & Clarissa)
Born June 4, 1858; Died November 11, 1927; buried in Calton
Married May 1884 Dora Moe (1864-1948)
Densmore’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 17, 1927:
DENSMORE WESTOVER
Lewis Densmore Westover, well known to many throughout East Elgin and Norfolk, passed to the Greater Life at his home in Vienna at 1:30 Friday morning, November 11th, in his 70th year.  Mr Westover was a life-long resident of this section.  He was born at Calton, June 4th, 1858, the fourth son of George and Clarissa Westover.  In May 1884 he was married to Dora Moe, of Bayham, who survives him.  Two sons also survive, James Kelley Westover and Harry Romaine Westover, both of Buffalo.  Early in his life Mr. Westover engaged in the business of general livestock broker and retail butcher, and this continued successfully (with but a brief interval of residence in Buffalo), until some eighteen years ago. At that time he was obliged to retire from business activity, due to the development of the malady which finally brought death. His constant fortitude during this long battle with wasting disease was the remark of all who knew him.  The genial, wholesome good humour which characterized his thought and speech never failed him. Even after his physical self and given up the fight, his mental self continued to radiate that homely philosophy and wit which had endeared him to so many hearts.  The funeral was held at Calton Baptist church, of which he had been a member, on Sunday afternoon, November 13th. Burial was in the Calton cemetery where rest also the earlier generations of the family. Attendance was unusually large.  The services were conducted by Rev. A. J. Schultz, of Port Burwell.  Misses Hazel and Audrey Kennedy rendered beautifully the duet “Face to Face”, a favourite hymn of the deceased.  Those in attendance from a distance included: John M. Westover, a brother of Toronto; Mr and Mrs James K. Westover, Mr and Mrs H. R. Westover, and Misses Ruth and Ruby Westover, of Buffalo; Daniel R. Westover, of Toronto; Mr and Mrs J. Hilliard, of Delhi; Mr and Mrs James Moe, of Aylmer; Mr and Mrs Will Dowson, of Aylmer; Mr James Yates and Miss Martha Yates of St. Thomas; Mr and Mrs John W. Matthews, of Aylmer.
Children of Densmore: 1.  Henry Romain Westover (m Nov. 3, 1909 Mable Ebling, in New York)
  2.  James Kelly Westover (married 1910 Laura B. Kirk)
6.John Westover (son of George & Clarissa) (born ca 1863)
7.Henry Westover (son of George & Clarissa) (born ca 1866)
8.Edith Grace Westover (died March 23, 1875, age 5 yrs. 10 mos. 7 days)
12.Jacob Westover (son of William & Catherine) (born ca 1821)
13.Barbara Westover (dau of William & Catherine) (born ca 1825)
There is another Westover found in Malahide records, who cannot be placed in one of the above family groupings.
Noah Westover
born ca 1823
married June 10, 1844 Ann Kerr
Noah & Ann were both living in Malahide at the time of marriage.  He is found on the 1861 Malahide census (page 35), a merchant, with wife Ann, age 39, and children Sarah, age 12, and Ambrose, age 10.  Noah & Ann moved to Wisconsin where they farmed for four years (he had been a shoemaker for 12 years), then moved to Minnesota where they are found on the 1870 and 1880 census in South Bend, Blue Earth County.  The 1880 census states his father’s birthplace was Vermont and his mother’s birthplace was Pennsylvania.
Families from lot 14:
COURT
Edward Court owned 40 acres in the north half of lot 14 from 1855 to 1889, and also 50 acres in the south half from 1867 to 1889.  Both these properties passed to his widow, Hannah, who owned them past 1900.
Edward is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 44); 1871 (Div. 2, page 63); 1881 (Div. 2, page 67), and his widow Hannah is found in 1891 (Div. 2, page 35).
It appears Edward & Hannah had no children.  His estate file is # 1627 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  He names a number of nieces and nephews, and other persons whose relationship is not stated.  He had a sister, Amelia Court (born 1816 England; died Feb. 23, 1900, wife of Henry Sweet; buried in Luton), whose children Hannah Stratton, Phebe Jane Sweet, Ellen Boyd, Lucy Swallow, Matilda Marshall, and Robert Sweet are named in the will.  More information on the Sweet family can be found in Volume 3 of this series of publications.
Also named in his will are a niece Emily Court Richardson, wife of John Richardson of Luton and their children Lillian, Arthur Earl and Alta May Richardson.  Another nephew John W. Rowe of Aylmer; a niece Mary Ann Corley, wife of William J. Corley of Grand Rapids, Michigan; and a nephew George West, son of Benjamin & Charlotte of Mount Salem,  are named.  Other persons named without a relationship stated are: J. N. West, Mt. Salem; Mary Williams, Mt. Elgin; Emma J. Buck, Mt. Salem; Amelia Baughman, Mt. Salem and Bertha L. Hawley, of Yarmouth Centre.
Edward Court
born October 25, 1811 England, possibly Glastonbury, Somerset
died May 7, 1889 Malahide; age 77 yrs. 6 mos. 12 days
married 1842 Hannah Rowe, in Somerset, England
born 1814 Somersetshire, England
died December 17, 1901; in her 88th year
Edward & Hannah are buried in Luton cemetery. Hannah’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 19, 1901:
It is our sad duty this week to announce the death of another of Malahide’s oldest residents in the person of Mrs. Hannah Court.  She was born in Somersetshire, England and came to this country with her husband in 1850 and settled in Malahide near the place where she died.  She was a member of the Methodist church, of the kindest disposition, and a true friend.  She has been failing for about a year, but was only confined to the bed about a day.  Her end was not unlooked for. Funeral at Luton church on Friday at 1 p.m. Interment in Luton cemetery.
A marriage between Edward Court and Hannah Roe [sic] was found in a marriage index for England, in the first quarter (Jan-Mar) of 1842 in Wells District, Somerset County.  This may be the above couple who came to Malahide.  It is likely that both Edward & Hannah were born in Somerset, since there are records pointing to other related members of the family being born there (Amelia Court, wife of Henry Sweet; Daniel Rowe, possible brother of Hannah; Charlotte Court, wife of Benjamin West).
An attempt was made to identify the relationships of persons named in Edward’s will.  The result was that all are his nieces, nephews and their children.
First, the children of Edward’s sister Amelia Court and her husband Henry Sweet named in the will are Matilda Marshall, Lucy Swallow, Robert Sweet, Hannah Stratton, Phebe Jane Sweet, and Ellen Boyd.  Information on the Sweet family can be found in Volume 3 of this series.
Second, Edward names some of the children of his niece Ellen Boyd (daughter of Henry Sweet & Amelia Court; wife of Sewell Boyd).  They are Emma Buck, Amelia Baughman, Bertha Hawley and John N. Boyd.  Information on the Boyd family can be found in Volume 2 of this series.
Third, Edward names a niece Emily Court Richardson, wife of John of Luton.  There is an Emily C. Roe living with Edward & Hannah on the 1861 census.  Emily C. Rowe (1850-1933) is buried in Aylmer cemetery with her husband John Richardson, who died May 9, 1916, age 67 years, 2 mos. 18 days. A marriage registration was found for Emily Court Row, age 22, born and residence Malahide, daughter of Daniel & Ann Row, to John Richardson on Feb. 5, 1873. David Daniel Rowe was born Jan. 21, 1823 in Somerset, England, was married to Anna Maria Court on July 23, 1846.  It would appear then, that Anna Maria Court Rowe was Edward’s sister.  It is also possible that Daniel Row was a brother of Hannah Row Court, Edward’s wife.
Emily’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 6, 1933:
MRS. J. RICHARDSON PASSES
Had Been An Invalid for 22 Years
Mrs. Emily Richardson, widow of John Richardson, formerly of Malahide Township, died on Friday evening, June 30th, at her home, Water street, in her 83rd year.  She had been an invalid for the past 22 years following a stroke.  Born in Bayham township, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Anne Rowe. She later moved to Malahide township, where she and her husband lived on the farm at Luton for many years. About 12 years ago she moved to Aylmer. She was an adherent of the Anglican church.  Predeceased by her husband many years ago, there survive two daughters, Mrs. John Wilson, Aylmer, at whose home she lived, and Mrs. William Dunn, Luton; one son, Earl, Aylmer; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  John Rowe, Sarnia, is a brother. The funeral was held from the family residence Water street, Monday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock with Rev. F. G. Hardy of Trinity Anglican church officiating.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery. During the service Mrs. James Haggan sang “Beautiful Isle”,  Mrs. Fred Haggan playing the accompaniment.  Many relatives and friends attended and there were many beautiful floral tributes. The pallbearers were Willard Bowen, John McGowan, Michael McKnight, E. D. Bowlby, E. A. Richards, and E. Blake Miller.  Flower bearers were Chas. VanPatter, Fred Haggan, Fred Rogers, Charles Lorch, Bert Leary and Morley Whiteside.  The floral tributes included a cross from Mr and Mrs John Wilson, Murray and Doreen; wreath, Mr and Mrs E. A. Richardson; blanket, Mr and Mrs W. J. Dunn and family; spray, Brother John Rowe; and Mr and Mrs J. Hardy; spray, Clarke and Fren; spray, Jean; Mr and Mrs Fred Herries and Hubert; Mr and Mrs Hodge Wilson and Adrah; wreath, Malahide Lodge No. 140 A.F. and A.M., other sprays and baskets from Trinity Church congregation; Arthur and Nettie Wilson; Luton Women’s Institute; Violet and Hetty Benner; Mrs. Teeple and family; Bert Leary, Mrs. John McGowan, Ella Johnson, Adrah and Maggie Westover; Mr and Mrs Walter Benner; Miss Parker; the Hockham famly; Mrs. Porte, Mrs. Crawford, Dr and Mrs. Miller. Relatives from a distance who attended were John Rowe, and Mr and Mrs J. L. Hardy, and daughters, of Sarnia; Mr and Mrs Arthur Collings, Mr and Mrs Readhead, Mr and Mrs Arthur Wilson, of Milton; Mrs. John Bennett, Mr and Mrs Herb Bennett, Lorenzo Bennett and wife, Spencer Bennett, Mr and Mrs Ornsby Gastle, Robert, John and Edward Gastle, all of Carlisle; Mrs. Featherstone and Mrs. Ethel Bennett, of Hamilton; Mr and Mrs Edward Caven and Miss Jean Richardson of London; and other relatives and friends from Luton and this community.
John Richardson & Emily Court Row had the following children:
1.Lillian Richardson (1873-1940)
Married William J. Dunn (1871-1941); buried in Aylmer
2.Arthur Earl Richardson (1879-1954); buried in Aylmer
Married 1. Alma Loretta Hambly (1876-1920)
Married 2. Frances Mary ____ (Apr. 19, 1886 – Oct. 17, 1939)
3.Alta May Richardson (died 1968)
married 1.  July 28, 1916 Murray C. Abell (died March 5, 1920 in his 29th year)
Married 2.  1926 John Wilson
Fourth, Edward names a nephew John W. Rowe, of Aylmer.  I believe the middle initial “W” is a transcription error and should actually be “H”.  John H. Rowe is found in the 1881 Bayham census (Div. 1, page 10), born England, with wife Alice, born US.  They are found in the 1891 census in Aylmer (Div. 1, page 29), with daughter Ethel, who was married to J. L. Hardy of Sarnia in 1921, and John moved there shortly after, where he lived until his death in 1940 at the age of 91.  He and Alice are buried in Aylmer cemetery.  John was a son of Daniel Rowe & Anna Maria Court. A birth registration was found in an England birth index for a John Henry Row in 1848 (fourth quarter, Oct-Dec), in Wells District, Somerset County.
John Henry Rowe
born November 15, 1848 Somerset, England
died February 20, 1940 Sarnia (see obituary next page)
married Sept. 23, 1874 Alice B. Crane (dau of Elias Crane & Barbara Cheney)
Born 1853 Ohio, US
died September 23, 1917 Aylmer; age 64 years, 1 month
children:
1.Ethel Edna Rowe
Born May 6, 1883 Bayham Township
Married February 17, 1921   J. L. Hardy
John Rowe’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 22, 1940:
MRS. J. L. HARDY DOUBLY BEREAVED
Death of Her Father, John H. Rowe is Followed 3 Hours Later by the Death of Her Husband
Mr. Rowe Will be Buried in Aylmer Cemetery This Afternoon.
Mrs. J. L. Hardy, of Sarnia, formerly of Aylmer, was doubly bereaved on Tuesday morning, Feb. 20, when her father, John H. Rowe, died at 6:45 and three hours later, her husband passed away.  Mr. Rowe had been in failing health for some weeks, and Mr. Hardy suffered a stroke two weeks ago.  John H. Rowe was born in England 91 years ago.  He came to Canada with his parents as a child and settled near Vienna where he resided until his marriage.  He and Mrs. Rowe then moved to Aylmer where he resided until moving to Sarnia with his daughter, nineteen years ago.  His wife predeceased him by 22 years.  He was a member of the old 25th Regiment at Vienna and was a veteran of the Fenian Raid.  He was a member of the Sons of England and of Trinity Anglican Church, Aylmer. As a young man he was employed by Youell’s lumber business at Port Burwell, and while in Aylmer was employed by the late J. L. Lambert, Emery Poustie & Co., W. J. Mann and Stratton and Martin.  He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. J. L. Hardy, Sarnia; two grandchildren, Alice and Nora, of Sarnia.  Mrs. John Wilson, Water street, Aylmer, and Mrs. Will Dunn, Luton, are nieces, and Mr. Earl Richardson, Aylmer, is a nephew.  Mr. Hardy is survived by his wife and two children, Alice and Nora; also by one brother, Charles Hardy, of Sarnia; and two sisters, Mrs. Johnston of Sarnia, and Mrs. Wilson, of Arkona.  A double funeral service will be held at Robb’s Funeral Home, Sarnia, on Thursday at 2 p.m. The remains of Mr. Hardy will be interred at Sarnia, and the remains of Mr. Rowe will be brought to Aylmer on Friday, and a service will be held in Trinity Anglican church at 2 p.m.  Interment in the Aylmer cemetery.
Fifth, named in the will is Mary Ann Corley, wife of William J., of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Mary Ann was the third child of Daniel Rowe & Anna Maria Court, born about 1852.
Sixth, in his will, Edward names a nephew George West, son of Benjamin & Charlotte of Mount Salem; J. N. West, of Mt. Salem, and Mary Williams, of Mount Elgin.  A marriage registration in an England marriage index was found between Benjamin West and Charlotte Court in 1838 (first quarter, Jan-Mar) in Bristol District, County of Avon, Gloucestershire.  The 1851 England census for Wedmore, Somerset shows a Benjamin West, age 45, born Mark, Somerset, with wife Charlotte, age 42, born Glastonbury, Somerset, and children Eliza, 9, George, 7, and Ann, 3, all born in Wedmore, Somerset.
A marriage registration was found for George West, age 27, residence Malahide, born England, son of Benjamin & Charlotte, to Mary J. Brown, age 21, born and residence Malahide, dau of Nelson & Christine, on July 27, 1874 in Malahide.  George’s death occurred on February 11, 1888 in Malahide at the age of 42.  His death registration states he was born in Somersetshire, England.  A note at the bottom states “had been residing in Malahide about 20 years, and for past 14 years on lot 27, concession 3.”  George is buried in Luton cemetery.  His widow Mary Jane (1852-1934) remarried  a Mr. Kulp, and is buried in Luton cemetery beside her first husband George.  Also buried there is a son, Nelson West (1876-1955) and his wife Sarah (1869-1955).  Nelson is likely the “J. N. West” named in Edward’s will.
The Mary Williams of Mount Elgin,  named in Edward’s will is a daughter of George & Mary Jane West.  She was married on January 22, 1896 in Malahide, and was born in 1875 in Malahide, the daughter of George & Mary.  Confusion arises here because Edward Court died in 1889 and Mary wasn’t married until 1896.  It is possible that the will wasn’t probated until Hannah’s death in 1901, therefore Mary’s married name would have been given.  It has been proven that Mary Eliza West and her husband James Williams did live in Oxford County (where Mount Elgin is) through a birth registration of a daughter Mary Grace, born 1903 in Dereham Township.
Families from Lot 15:
MILLER
Jacob & Catherine Miller owned 35 acres in the north half of lot 15 from 1872 past 1900.
They are found in Malahide census records: 1851 (Div. 2, page 39 with parents); 1861 (page69); 1871 (Div. 2, page 46); 1881 (Div. 2, page 10), 1891 (Div. 2, page 51), and 1901 (Div. 2, pg 17).
Jacob Miller was the son of Jacob & Jane Miller, who are found in the 1851 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 39). They were living on lot 17, concession 6. Jacob was born in New York in 1792, while his wife Jane was born in 1796 in Canada.  Besides Jacob, their children were: Mariah (ca 1820); John (ca 1825); Elizabeth (ca 1827); Asa (ca 1829); Jeremiah (ca 1832); Jane (ca 1833); Sarah (ca 1834), and Lorenzo (ca 1845).  Two more children are buried in Burdick Cemetery: Hester (died Jan. 27, 1829 age 7 months), and Anna A. (Died March 16, 1849 age 9 yrs. 11 mos).
Jacob’s parents are buried in Burdick cemetery:  Jacob (died Feb. 3, 1854 age 60 yrs. 11 mos), and his wife Jane (died Oct. 25, 1872, age 76 yrs. 11 months).
Jacob Miller (son of Jacob & Jane Miller)
born May 14, 1831
died April 12, 1907 Malahide; in his 76th year
married November 3, 1852 Catherine A. Walton (dau of John Walton & Mary? Greensworth)
born October 16, 1832
died May 27, 1916; in her 84th year
Jacob & Catherine were married by Rev. Caleb Burdick, and both were living in Malahide at the time.  Witnesses were Robert Abell and Elijah C. Merritt. They are buried in Luton.  Very little information was found on their children.  Only Albert & Julia are still at home with their parents on the 1891 census.
Information found on their daughter Julia’s delayed birth registration points to another family connection. The registration is dated 1940, and a sworn statement by Eleanor Abell of Malahide states she is a cousin of Julia, and is 14 years older and recalls her birth.  Eleanor Abell (1858-1950) is buried in Seville cemetery, as is a brother John D. Abell (1857-1932), and their parents Robert Abell (1828-1922) and Mary Ann (1830-1914).  John’s death registration in 1932 gives his mother’s name as Mary Ann Walters, born Bay of Quinte (informant was a nephew).  Mary Ann Abell’s death registration in 1914 states she was born near Dunnville, the daughter of John Walton & (first name not given) Greensworth.  Obviously, Mary Ann Abell and Catherine Miller are sisters, making Eleanor Abell and Julia Miller cousins.  The 1861 Malahide census (page 42) shows a John Walton, age 62, born England, with his wife Mary, born England, age 60.  This couple are old enough to be the parents of Mary Abell and Catherine Miller. In fact, John & Mary are buried in Luton cemetery beside Jacob & Catherine Miller.  John Walton died Jan. 12, 1871 age 74, and his wife Mary died Jan. 23, 1871, age 69.
Jacob’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 18, 1907:
The remains of the late Jacob Miller were brought to Aylmer on Sunday last from Detroit and taken to the Luton church where services were held. There was perhaps few men better known in this section than Mr. Miller.  He was born on Talbot St., on the farm now owned by Mr. Blake Miller and had been a resident of this section all his long life of 76 years.  He was one of these big hearted, happy men that everybody likes and had not an enemy in the world that we know of. Some 5 or 6 weeks ago he went to Detroit to live with his daughter, Mrs. Jas. Cottingham, and had gradually gone down hill ever since.  He leaves the daughter referred to and the following children: Mrs. Millman, of Detroit; Mrs. Meston of Buffalo; Mrs. Williams of Port Burwell; Albert of Arkona; G. W. and Benj., of Nebraska.
Children: Charlotte, Albert, George, Mary, Benjamin, Clarke, Alice, Jenett, Julia
1. Charlotte Miller (dau of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca 1855; married George Melbourne Millman
George Melbourne & Lottie are found on the 1900 Michigan census in Lyon Twsp., Oakland County, where he is a doctor.  Living with them are their son Connor (born July 1890), and Alice Miller, born Oct. 1875 in Canada.  They immigrated to the US in 1889.  In 1910, they are found in Greenfield, Wayne County, Michigan.  Alice is still living with them (immigrated 1900), as well as Lottie’s mother Catherine, a widow, age 77, immigrated in 1907.
2. Albert Martin Miller (son of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca 1856 Malahide
married Jan. 17, 1894 Margaret Ann McConnell (dau of Jehiel & Elizabeth), in Brownsville
children: Charles G. (Born Feb. 12, 1895); Albert R. (Born Oct. 12, 1897)
Albert & Margaret are found in the 1901 Bosanquet Twsp., Lambton Co. Census (Div. 1, page 7).
3. George Washington Miller (son of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca 1858
There is a George W. Miller on the 1900 and 1910 Nebraska census in Monroe, Saline County, with wife Celia, and children Cora, Charley, John A., & Clark.  He immigrated to the United States between 1873 and 1876.  There is also a marriage record for George W. Miller & Celia Fox in Sarpy County on Sept. 29, 1881.
4. Mary Ann Miller (dau of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca 1861
died January 21, 1936 South Bend, Indiana, in her 76th year; buried in Luton
married February 1, 1882 Joseph Cottingham
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 30, 1936:
MRS. MARY COTTINGHAM BURIED AT LUTON
The remains of Mrs. Mary Cottingham were brought to Aylmer on Friday of last week, and the funeral was held from Allen & Son’s Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon, followed by interment in the family plot in Aylmer cemetery [sic].  Mrs. Cottingham died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Tucker, South Bend, Indiana, on Wednesday, January 22nd.  Mrs. Tucker accompanied the remains here.  Deceased was a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Jacob Miller, of Luton, and spent her younger days in that community. The pallbearers were Blake Miller, E. H. Smith, M. McKnight, E. E. Atkinson, H. Orton and Grey Fuller.
5. Benjamin Miller (son of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca April 25, 1863
Benjamin is found on the 1901 Malahide census (Div. 1, page 17), a servant in the household of Ephraim Doolittle.  There is also a Benjamin Miller found on the 1900 Nebraska census in Springfield, Sarpy County, born March 1863 in Canada, a farm labourer; immigrated 1882.  Jacob’s obituary in 1907 states his son Benjamin is in Nebraska.
6. Clarke Miller (son of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca 1865
7. Alice Miller (dau of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca 1866
There is an Alice Miller living with Lottie & Melbourne G. Millman on the 1900 and 1910 census in Michigan, a sister-in-law.
8. Agnes Miller (dau of Jacob & Catherine)
born ca 1869
There is a Thomas P. Meston (born Apr. 1863) with wife Agnes (born Apr. 1869), and daughter Lottie A. (Born Oct. 1892  in Michigan), living in Lancaster Village, Erie Co., New York on the 1900 census.  They immigrated to the US in 1895.  In Jacob Miller’s obituary, it states he has a daughter Mrs. Meston in Buffalo.
9.Jenett Miller (dau of Jacob & Catherine)
Born ca 1870
10. Julia Catherine Miller (dau of Jacob & Catherine)
born March 3, 1872 Malahide
married April 1, 1897 Carroll Freeman Williams (son of John Williams & Mary Doolittle)
children: Clark (born Dec. 21, 1898)
Carroll & Julia are found on the 1901 Bayham census (Div. 1, page 15).
Families from lot 15:
DAY
In 1853, Hiram Day owned a 2 ½ acre parcel in the north half of lot 15, and from 1853 to 1872 he owned 20 acres, also in the north half.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 43), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 46).  He moved to Bayham township, where he appears on the 1881 census (Div. 1, page 31).
Hiram Day (born ca 1826 New York State)
married Ann _____ (born ca 1832 Ontario)
children: Charles (born ca 1866 Ontario)
A death registration was found for a Hiram Day in Burford Township, Brant County, on December 8, 1892, age 68, born New York state, farmer.  The Ontario Cemetery Finding Aid lists a Hiram and Charles B. Day buried in Burford Congregational Cemetery, Burford Twsp., Brant County.  No record could be found for Ann.
Families from lot 15:
DUMAW
Hiram Dumaw is listed on 2 ½ acres in lot 15 from 1859 to 1878.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 42), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 47).
Hiram Dumaw (born ca 1825 Lower Canada or Ontario)
married Mary_________ (born ca 1830 Lower Canada)
children: Asher, Atwood, Eugenia
1. Asher Dumaw (born ca 1851 Ontario)
2. Atwood Dumaw (born ca 1855 Ontario)
3. Eugenia Dumaw (born ca 1859 Ontario).
The 1861 census shows both Hiram & Mary born in Lower Canada.  In 1871, Mary is not found, but with Hiram is Ida, age 22, born Ontario, Asher, 19, George, 13, and Clark, age 4.  It is not clear if Ida is Hiram’s second wife.  The 1871 census states Hiram was born in Ontario.
Eugenia is buried in Luton cemetery.  The stone is broken and the only inscription visible is “Eugenia, daughter of Hiram & Polly Dumau”.
Hiram moved to Missouri, where he is found on the 1881 census in Campbell, Greene County, age 55, born Canada, blacksmith.  With him is his wife Mattie, 44, born Canada, and children Asher, 28, George, 22, and Clark, 13.
Families from lot 15, 16 & 17:
HILL
Members of the Hill family owned various parcels of land in lot 15, lot 16, and lot 17.  The earliest appearance of the Hill family in concession 4 is Elias Hill on lot 16 in the 1842 census.  For a complete listing of these parcels, see the lot listing at the beginning of this publication.
The Hill family was associated with a mill they operated south of Luton. An article about this mill being torn down appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 8, 1938:
OLD MALAHIDE MILL RAZED
Hill’s Mill at Luton, Was Built Nearly 100 Years Ago
An interesting Malahide landmark, Hill’s Mill, one [mile] south of Luton, is being dismantled. This mill was erected about 1840 and was one of the early water-power mills.  Three brothers, Richard, Ambrose and Elias Hill, were responsible for its erection, coming from Bertie Township, Haldimand County [sic – Bertie is in Welland County]. Their father was Charles Hill, whose family were United Empire Loyalists from New Jersey.  Charles Hill had a woollen mill on Silver Creek, and was the father of six sons and four daughters.  His other three sons were Jesse, who followed the trade of a potter; Charles, who engaged in the lumber business in Cleveland; and Walter, who lived in Muskegon, Mich.  His four daughters were Mrs. Thomas Locker, wife of the first reeve of Malahide; Mrs. Jesse P. Ball, of Vienna; Mrs. Walter E. Murray, of Aylmer, and Anna Hill, who never married.  Of the three milling brothers, Richard finally became a farmer; Elias went to St. Thomas as a grist miler, and Ambrose was left with the old mill, and was succeeded in its operation by his son, Eugene Hill, who carried on the business until the time of his death, some few years ago.  About two years ago, Dr. P. S. Dobson, of Alma College, purchased the property for a summer home.  The dam is being repaired and the pond will be restored to its original height.
Charles, the father of this family, mentioned in the article, made a petition in 1855 from Malahide dealing with property he had acquired in Rainham Township, Haldimand County in 1828 with his mother Hannah.  Hannah had lived with him, and had been widowed previous to 1812.  She died October 25, 1834.
While the family did have connection to New Jersey as stated in the article through a maternal line, researchers posting information on Rootsweb on the Internet all agree that the family origins are in Buckingham Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, dating back to John Hill, who was born about 1691 and married Sarah Canby. Their son John was born there circa 1724 and married Elizabeth Smith.  Their son, another John, was born December 7, 1766 in Buckingham Township, and married Hannah Doughty (born about 1759).  This couple were the parents of Charles Hill of Malahide.  Therefore, according to Charles’ petition in 1855, his father John had died previous to 1812, and his mother Hannah died October 25, 1834.  John was a United Empire Loyalist who settled in Bertie Township, Welland County.
Charles Hill (son of John Hill & Hannah Doughty)
born June 16, 1788 Pennsylvania
died February 19, 1864 Malahide
married October 9, 1806 Hope Marsh, in Welland Co. (dau of Joseph Marsh & Anna Decamp)
born February 28, 1789 New Jersey; died 1849
Charles is found on the 1861 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 18), living with his son Richard. Census records in 1861 and 1871 for the family record they were Quakers in religion.  Charles & Hope’s burial location is unknown.  Charles’ estate file is # 147 in the Elgin County Surrogate court records.
children: Walter, Elias, Hannah, Ambrose, Jesse, Anna, Sarah, Charles, Richard, another daughter (Mrs. Jesse Ball)
1. Walter Hill (son of Charles & Hope)
born January 21, 1811 Bertie Township, Welland Co.
died February 9, 1892 Le Ray Township, Blue Earth Co., Minnesota
married 1.  Phebe Brown;  married 2.  Mary Jane Carlan
From his two marriages, Walter had a total of eighteen children.  One son, Charles, born ca 1840 in Pickering, was living in Malahide at the time of his marriage on Dec. 31, 1862 to Ruth McMasters.
2. Elias Hill (son of Charles & Hope)
born ca 1813
died October 11, 1883 Malahide; age 70 yrs. 10 mos. 17 days
married June 9, 1873 Hulda Burgess Glover (widow of John Glover)
born 1835; died August 29, 1916 Toronto, age 80
Elias is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (div. 2, page 18), 1871 (Div. 3, page 23);
Hulda was the daughter of Chancey Burgess & Sophia Ann Wheeler, and the widow of John Glover, who will be found earlier in this publication.  Elias is buried in Luton cemetery.  His estate file is # 1095 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.
Huldah’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 31, 1916:
Mrs. Huldah Hill, for many years a prominent Aylmer resident, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. N. Burgess, of Toronto, on Tuesday last. Deceased, who was in her 81st year, was born in the township of Yarmouth. She was twice married, and by her first union leaves one son, John H. Glover, of this place, and one daughter, Mrs. Burgess, with whom she has made her home in Toronto for the past sixteen years.  One brother and one sister in California also survive her.  The remains will be interred in Union cemetery today.
3. Hannah Hill (dau of Charles & Hope)
born ca 1816 Bertie Township, Welland Co.; Died September 23, 1872 Malahide
married Thomas Locker
born May 4, 1801; died January 28, 1874 Malahide; age 73 yrs. 11 mos.; buried Luton
children: Richard, John, Charles, Ambrose, Walter
1.Richard Locker (born ca 1840; died Dec. 10, 1900; buried in Luton)
Married Temperance Vanpatter (died Jan. 21, 1919, age 73 yrs. 11 mos)
Richard’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 13, 1900:
The death of Mr. Richard Locker which occurred at his home near Luton on Monday last, is a decided loss to this whole section of country.  Two weeks ago last Saturday, he was stricken with paralysis for the second time, and although his friends hoped he would rally, Mr. Locker himself said from the start that he would not, and the day before he died, expressed the wish to go, as he was ready and waiting.  His wish was granted as he gradually grew weaker, and passed away about noon on Monday last, quietly and peacefully, without a pain or a struggle, a fitting ending to a calm peaceful life.  Mr. Locker was in his 61st year, and was born on the farm where he died, and spent the whole of his life.  His parents were members of the Society of Friends and Mr. Locker always leaned that way in his religious convictions which were more marked in his every day life, than in any wordy expression.  He was a man of undoubted integrity and honour, and everyone respected him.  In politics he was a Reformer, but not an extremist. He served for a number of years as a member of the Malahide Council, and also in the County council, where his kind manner and good judgement made his influence felt in all public matters.  He leaves a wife and one daughter, Miss Ethel, who will sadly miss a kind and indulgent husband and father.  Funeral services were held at the Luton church on Wednesday, conducted by the Rev. J. Veale of Springfield.
Temperance’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 23, 1919:
The death of Temperance Locker, relict of the late Richard Locker, occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ross McConnell, 4th con., of Malahide, on Tuesday last, in her 74th year.  Deceased, who was a daughter of the late John VanPatter, has lived on the 4th concession all her life and was born on the farm just east of where she died, the old VanPatter homestead. She was a woman of noble character and loved and respected by all who had the honour of calling her friend or neighbour. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ross McConnell, which whom she made her home, also three brothers and two sisters: Clinton VanPatter, J. Milton VanPatter, Everett VanPatter, all of Malahide; Mrs. Thos. Benner, Bayham; and Mrs. Alma Locker, of Saskatchewan.  Her husband predeceased her some 19 years ago. The funeral, which will be private, will be held from her late residence at 2 o’clock this afternoon and interment will be made in Luton cemetery.
Children of Hannah Hill & Thomas Locker, continued:
2.John Locker (born ca 1842; died March 21, 1914 Malahide; buried in Luton)
Married Sarah E. Vanpatter (died Nov. 27, 1915, in her 70th year)
(Dau of Abraham Vanpatter & Mary Kinsey)
John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 26, 1914:
The funeral of the late John Locker, who died on Saturday last, after a lingering illness, took place from his late residence, Fifth Ave., on Monday at 2 p.m.  Interment took place in the Luton cemetery.  Deceased, who was in his 72nd year was a well known Malahide farmer, although for the past few years he had given up active work and settled just on the outskirts of the town.  Besides his widow, one brother, Ambrose, survives him.  His brother, the late Richard Locker, was at one time warden of the county.
Children of Hannah Hill & Thomas Locker, continued:
3.Charles Locker (born ca 1843)
4.Ambrose Locker (born Sept. 4, 1848; died March 10, 1928; buried in Luton)
Ambrose’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 15, 1928:
AMBROSE LOCKER PASSES
Ambrose Locker, well-known Malahide farmer, and a resident of that township all his life, passed away at the home of his niece, Mrs. Ross McConnell, 4th concession on Saturday, March 10th.  Deceased was in his 80th year and leaves a host of friends to mourn his demise.  He was born on the farm where he died, and was a successful farmer. In politics he was a Liberal and was a member of  Aylmer Lodge, No. 94, I.O.O.F.  Ambrose Locker is the last of his family and is survived by one niece, Mrs. Ross McConnell from whose home the funeral was held on Monday at 2:30 o’clock p.m.  Rev. Stewart and Rev. Shaw, of Luton, officiated and interment took place in the Luton cemetery. The pallbearers were all old neighbours, Messrs. Will and Fred Dunn, M. McKnight, E. VanPatter, W. Harrett and George Bush.
5.Walter Locker (son of Thomas Locker & Hannah Hill) (died Aug. 5, 1852)
4. Ambrose Hill (son of Charles & Hope)
born ca 1817 Bertie Township, Welland Co.
died June 26, 1879 Malahide; age 59 yrs. 10 mos
married June 3, 1846 Rebecca Prichard
born ca 1825
died May 3, 1868 Malahide; age 43 yrs. 1 mo. 2 days
Ambrose is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (Div. 2, page 18), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 48).  He and Rebecca are buried in Luton cemetery.  Ambrose’s estate file is # 809 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.
Children: Eugene, Alice, Edgar
1.Eugene Benjamin Hill (son of Ambrose & Rebecca)
Born 1856
died August 23, 1928 Malahide; buried in Luton
married Dec. 6, 1882 Susan Jane Griffin (dau of John Griffin & Elizabeth Vanvelzer)
born February 5, 1859 Calton, Ont.
Died February 3, 1930 Luton, Malahide
Eugene’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 30, 1928:
DEATH OF EUGENE B. HILL AT LUTON
Eugene Benjamin Hill, a citizen of Malahide all his life, and a man well-known throughout East Elgin, died at his home at Luton, on Thursday morning, August 23rd, following an illness which confined him to his bed for but one week.  He was in his 73rd year and spent practically all his life south of Luton, where he owned and conducted the mill known as Hill’s mill, for many years. During the years 1911 to 1919 he was prominent in municipal affairs, serving Malahide township as councillor, and for three yeas as deputy-reeve.  He was a member of the United Church and in politics a staunch Liberal.  He was a miller of the old school, a practical man and one who understood his business thoroughly.  Until a week before his death he was around as usual, and had been assisting with some repairs and improvements in the mill. Besides his widow, he is survived by one son, Harry, of Detroit, and one daughter, Mrs. J. C. Steele, of Alvinston; one brother, Edgar, of Luton, and one sister, Mrs. R. H. Smith, of Elstowe, Sask.  The funeral service was held at his lat residence on Saturday afternoon last and a host of relatives and friends attended. A number of beautiful floral tributes surrounded the casket.  Rev. T. R. Turner, pastor on the Malahide Circuit of the United Church, had charge of the service. The pallbearers were M. McKnight, H. B. Westover, Fred Dunn, George VanPatter, John VanPatter and Everett VanPatter.  Interment was made in the family plot in the Luton cemetery.
Susan’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 6, 1930:
MRS. EUGENE B. HILL DEEPLY MOURNED AT LUTON
The death of Susan Jane Hill, relict of the late Eugene B. Hill, died at the home of Mr and Mrs Ed Hill, one mile south of Luton, early on Monday morning, February 3rd, in her 71st year.  Mrs. Hill had been ill for the past five weeks and despite the best of care and a strenuous fight for life, succumbed to anaemia. She was born at Calton, but lived the most of her days south of Luton where her husband operated the mill at Hill’s pond.  She was a woman of charming disposition and her death is deeply mourned in that neighbourhood, where she leaves a host of friends.  Her home was always open t her friends and in times of sickness or affliction she was ever ready with a word of cheer and assistance. She was a member of the Luton United Church, of the Ladies’ Aid, the W.M.S., and all societies of the church.  She was the first president of the Luton Women’s Institute, when the society was organized some twenty-five years ago. The late Mrs. Hill was a woman who was ever ready to sacrifice herself for others, a loving wife and mother. Her husband predeceased her some eighteen months ago. Surviving are one son, Harry C. Hill, of Detroit; and one daughter, Mrs. J. C. Steele, of Alvinston, also by four grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.  The funeral service was held at the home of Mr. Ed Hill Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock and was conducted by Rev. Theodore Turner, pastor on the Malahide Circuit.  Interment took place in the family plot in the Luton cemetery.
children of Eugene & Susan: Mable, Hope, Harry
1.Mable Hill (died July 24, 1887, age 2 mos)
2.Hope Marsh Hill( January 23, 1890 Malahide –  1980) ; buried in Luton
Married July 23, 1913 John Currie Steele (1890-1976)
3.Harry Claude Hill (Died June 1945 Detroit, Michigan)
Married March 1908 Ethelene Tisdale
2.Alice Jane (Jennie) Hill (dau of Ambrose & Rebecca)
Born 1860; died March 22, 1941 Elston, (or Elstow), Saskatchewan, age 81
married April 1, 1899 Robert Henry Smith
Jennie’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 3, 1941:
Mr. W. E. Stewart, Aylmer, has received word of the death of Mrs. Robert H. Smith, aged 81 years, which occurred at her home at Elstow, Sask., on March 22nd last.  Mrs. Smith was formerly Jennie Hill, of Luton.  She was a sister of the late E. B.  Hill and Ed. Hill of Hill’s Mill, and was born at Luton.  Burial took place at Elstow.
3.Edgar Hill (son of Ambrose & Rebecca)
Born 1862; died April 1933; buried in Luton
married Jan. 16, 1902 Viola Scott, in Aylmer
born 1880; died April 9, 1936, in her 57th year
Edgar’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 13, 1933:
EDGAR HILL PASSES
Well Known Miller at Luton
Edgar Hill, a life-long resident of Luton, died early Monday morning, at his home south of the village of Luton, after an illness of some four years.  Mr. Hill had been confined to his bed since July last.  He was in his 72nd year and was born at Luton where he resided all his life, with the exception of some eighteen months’ residence in St. Thomas.  He was a miller by trade and was associated for many years with his brother, the late Eugene Hill, at Hill’s Mill, Luton.  He was an adherent of the Luton United Church, and a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge, Aylmer.  He was a man highly respected in the community and the last in this community of one of the pioneer families of south Malahide township. Besides his wife, formerly Viola Scott, of Petrolia, he is survived by one sister, Mrs. R. H. Smith, of Elstow, Sask., and a number of nieces and nephews.  The funeral was held at his late residence on Wednesday, at 2 p.m.  Rev. H. F. Kennedy, of the Malahide Circuit, officiating.  Interment was made in the Luton cemetery.
5. Jesse Hill (son of Charles & Hope)
born ca 1821 Bertie Township, Welland Co.; died August 6, 1889 Malahide; age 75
Jesse is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (Div. 2, page 11);   He is buried in Luton.
6. Anna Hill (dau of Charles & Hope) born December 11, 1821
7. Sarah Hill (dau of Charles & Hope)
born ca 1823 (or 1830); died January 25, 1870; in her 61st year (buried in Aylmer)
married Walter Edgar Murray
born February 23, 1810 Hawick, Roxburghshire, Scotland; died February 19, 1899
Children: Mary
1.Mary Murray (1840-1922)
Married Daniel Stewart
8. Charles D. Hill (son of Charles & Hope)
born August 27, 1825
Charles is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (Div. 3, page 8).  According to the article when the mill was torn down in 1938, Charles was a lumber dealer in Cleveland, Ohio.
9. Richard Hill (son of Charles & Hope)
born 1830
died November 19, 1875 Malahide, age 45 yrs. 7 mos. 10 days
married April 25, 1855 Margaret Garrett
born 1832
died January 16, 1874 Malahide; age 41 yrs. 5 mos
Richard is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (Div. 2, page 18), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 48).
Children: Florence, Roland, William, Homer
1.Florence Hill (dau of Richard & Margaret)
Born ca 1862 Malahide
died December 29, 1897 age 36 yrs. 2 mos. 26 days
married Feb. 26, 1879 James Craig Haggan, in Aylmer
born 1857
died May 15, 1927 Aylmer; in his 71st year
Florence died at lot 12, concession 5, Malahide.  James is buried in Aylmer cemetery but there is no marker.
children: Lura, Charles, Homer, Harold, Allen
1.Lura Haggan (Dec. 12, 1879 – April 23, 1942) Married Lorne Pettit
2.Charles Haggan (born Sept. 24, 1887)
3.Homer Haggan (born July 11, 1890)
4.Harold Haggan (born Nov. 2, 1895)
2.Allen Haggan (May 10, 1897 –  Dec. 25, 1897)
2.Roland Hill (son of Richard & Margaret)
Born 1868
died May 27, 1956 St. Louis, Missouri;  buried in Luton
married Sept. 8, 1891 Ella C. Harden (1866-1951), in Aylmer
Roland was a physician, and was living in Toronto at the time of his marriage.
3.William D. Hill (son of Richard & Margaret)
Born 1856; died December 16, 1865; age 9 yrs. 8 mos. 25 days
4.Homer E. Hill, M. D. (son of Richard & Margaret)
Born 1858; died January 21, 1883 Clark, Dakota; buried in Luton
10. Daughter Hill (dau of Charles & Hope)
died before 1866
married Jesse P. Ball
born 1811 Niagara District
died May 4, 1899 Vienna, Ont.; age 88 yrs. 11 mos.
The name of this daughter cannot be found.  She is listed in the article about the mill being torn down in 1938.  She was deceased by 1866, as evidenced by a marriage record on October 9, 1866 when Jesse P. Ball was married to Maria M. Roberts, daughter of William Backhouse. She is also not named in her father’s will when he died in 1864.  Jesse was a Provincial Land Surveyor. Burial records for Trinity Anglican Church, Port Burwell record that Jesse was buried at St. Luke’s cemetery, Vienna, but no monument exists.
Families from lot 15:
SINCLAIR
John Sinclair is listed as a shoemaker on lot 15 (½ acre) from 1859 to 1884.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 49); 1871 (Div. 2, page 48), and 1881 (Div. 2, page 10).  He is not to be confused with another John Sinclair (1851 – 1910) who lived on Concession 2.
John Sinclair
born July 11, 1798 Scotland
died February 6, 1885; age 86 yrs. 6 mos. 26 days
married Elizabeth ______
born ca 1804 Scotland
died December 25, 1865
John & Elizabeth are buried in Luton cemetery.  The transcription of her monument gives her age as 88 years, 4 months and 25 days, which would appear to be in error.  On the 1861 census, John is age 58, while Elizabeth is 53.
No record can be found of any children of John & Elizabeth.  Of course, by their first appearance on the census (1861) any children could have already been gone from home.
Families from lot 15:
PENNELL
George Pennell is listed on a 1/4 acre parcel in lot 15 from 1862 to 1882, followed by Eunice Pennell from 1883 to 1889.  George & Eunice are found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 30); 1871 (Div. 2, page 21), and 1881 (Div. 2, page 42).  He was a carpenter in 1861, a farmer in 1871 and a day labourer in 1881.  They are buried in Aylmer cemetery.  On the 1861 Malahide census, there is a George [?] Pennels, age 9, and Sarah Pennels, age 5 on page 23.  They are enumerated with Mary  Younglove, age 56, residence United States.  These may be children of George & Eunice, since their daughter Sarah (age 15 in 1871) does not appear with them on the 1861 census.
George Pennell
born ca 1823 Ontario
died December 15, 1881 Malahide, age 58
married October 25, 1849 Eunice Tracey
born ca 1833 Hamilton, Ontario
died October 25, 1889; age 56
George & Eunice were both living in Malahide at the time of their marriage.
children: Sarah, Olive
1. Sarah Pennell (dau of George & Eunice)
born ca 1856 Malahide
died
married Nov. 4, 1884 Amos Stoner (son of Jacob Stoner & Lovina Schooley)
Amos was a widower, age 43, living in Michigan at the time of marriage. They were married in Springfield.
2. Olive Pennell (dau of George & Eunice)
born ca 1863 Malahide
died March 24, 1939 Aylmer; age 76
married October 12, 1898 John W. Marsh
Olive’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 30, 1939: (next page)
MRS. OLIVE MARSH
Mrs. Olive Marsh, of 11 Dufferin street, Aylmer, aged 76, died suddenly Friday morning, March 24th, at the home of Mr and Mrs William Clark, on the Port Stanley highway.  Mrs. Marsh had gone to the home of her niece for a visit and had been around as usual in the morning.  She was born at Dunboyne and was a member of St. Paul’s United Church, Aylmer.  Surviving are two step-daughters, Mrs. Daniel Graham; and Mrs. Lola Baxter, of Aylmer; a step-son, Gordon Pinneo, of Chater, Man., two nieces, Mrs. Herbert Clark, of the 4th concession, Yarmouth, and Mrs. William Clark; a sister-in-law, Mrs. W. P. Wilson, of Union, and a brother-in-law, William Marsh, of Aylmer, with whom she had resided at different times.  The funeral took place from the P. R. Williams and Son Funeral Home Monday afternoon.  Rev. W. D. Stenlake, pastor of Aylmer United Church, and Edgar Haight of the Friends’ Church, Sparta, conducted the services at the funeral home and at the Friendly Meeting House, Coldstream.  During the service Mrs. Edna Wilson sang “The Old Rugged Cross”, accompanied on the organ by Mrs. M. Mamacker. The pallbearers were Isaac Wilson, Herbert Clark, Gordon Baxter, Lowell Baxter, William Clark and Charles Wilson. The floral tributes surrounding the casket were from neighbours and friends in Aylmer. Those in attendance from out of the district were : Mrs. Aylmer Ellsworth, Mr and Mrs Edward Miller, Aylmer.
Families from lot 15:
WILLIAMS
William J. Williams is listed on lot 15 from 1866 past 1900 as a shoemaker.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 20); 1871 (Div. 2, page 2); 1881 (Div. 2, page 42); 1891 (Div. 2, page 50), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 11).
William was born in New Brunswick in 1822, the son of Thomas Williams and Ann Allan, both born in New Brunswick, according to his death registration.  He appears to have been married twice, as evidenced by the ages of his elder children, compared to the age of his wife Sarah on the Malahide census (confirmed in his obituary).  Death registrations were found for both he and Sarah, but their burial location is unknown.  Living with them on the 1861, 1871 and 1881 census is an Anna Woolley, born ca 1800 in Nova Scotia, a widow.  Her death registration reveals that she died March 24, 1888 in Malahide, age 85, and was born in Prodden, Nova Scotia.  Since William’s mother’s name was “Ann”, it is possible that Anna Woolley is actually William’s mother, with the surname of a second husband.  In fact, a marriage record was found between Daniel Wooley and Ann Williams, both of Malahide on Feb. 22, 1852.  Unfortunately, age and marital status are not given on these early records.
William had a large family, totalling sixteen children. (next page)
William John Williams (son of Thomas Williams & Ann Allan)
born October 9, 1822 New Brunswick
died November 9, 1910 Lot 15, Concession 4; Malahide; age 88 yrs. 1 month
married 1. ______
married 2.  Sarah Vanwicklin (dau of Jacob Vanwicklin)
born March 2, 1840 Brighton, Ontario
died April 2, 1911 Concession 7, Dereham Twsp., Oxford Co.; age 71 yrs. 1 month
William’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 17, 1910:
Mr. William J. Williams, one of the oldest citizens of Malahide, died at his home near Dunboyne the 9th, in his 89th year.  Up to about a year ago he enjoyed exceptionally good health, but since that time he has been gradually failing from no apparent cause.  Deceased was very highly esteemed by all his neighbours and friends and leaves to mourn a widow and 13 children.  He was twice married, three children being born by his first wife, viz: Thomas, of Michigan; Mahlon, of Iowa; and Eliza, of Chicago.  The 10 surviving children by his second wife are: John of South Bench, Wash.; Jerry, of Duluth; Walter of Terry, Mont.; Isaac, of Sparta; Jacob, of Union; Osson, of Abbotsford, Wis.; Mrs. A. Berdan of Culloden; Mrs. J. Carter, of Brandon; Mrs. N. Grover, of London and Miss Esther, at home.  Funeral services were held at the home Friday, by the Rev. Mr. Doan, and the interment took place at Luton cemetery.
children:
1. William Williams (son of William and first wife)
born ca 1846; died before 1910
2. Thomas Williams (son of William and first wife)
born ca 1847; living in Michigan in 1910; died before 1937
3. Mahlon Williams (son of William and first wife)
born ca 1851; living in Iowa in 1910; died before 1937
4. Eliza Ann Williams (dau of William and first wife)
born ca 1854; living in Chicago in 1910
5. Benjamin Williams (son of William & Sarah)
born ca 1857; died before 1910
6. John Williams (son of William & Sarah)
born ca 1862; living in South Bend, Washington in 1910; died before 1937
7. Jeremiah Williams (son of William & Sarah)
born ca 1863; living in Duluth in 1910; died before 1937
8. Mary Ann Agnes Williams (dau of William & Sarah)
born 1865
died July 11, 1937, in her 73rd year
married Dec. 12, 1882 Albert Berdan (son of Jacob & Lucinda), in Malahide
born 1858
died 1937
Albert & Mary are buried in Luton cemetery.  Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 15, 1937:
DIES SIX DAYS AFTER HUSBAND
Mrs. Albert Berdan Was Born at Luton
Mary Ann Agnes Williams, beloved wife of the late Albert Berdan, died on Sunday, July 17th, at the home of her brother-in-law, William Perry, 9th concession of Malahide, after an illness of a few days, and six days following the death of her husband which occurred on July 5th. Mrs. Berdan had not been in good health for some time. She was in her 73rd year, and was born in Malahide, being a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Wm. Williams. The greater part of her life was spent around Luton, on the 4th concession of Malahide. With her husband she lived for a time in British Columbia, and returning east they farmed at Avon, Mt. Vernon, Culloden, Corinth, Grovesend, Beachville, and Embro.  Recently Mr and Mrs Berdan had been making their home in Hamilton with their daughter, Mrs. Owen S. Moore. They came to the home of Mr and Mrs Perry some three weeks ago. Deceased was a member of the United Church.  Surviving are three daughters and one son: Mrs. Owen S. Moore, Hamilton; Mrs. George Jones and Mrs. Ralph Couke, Embro; and Hugh, of Washington, D. C.; two sisters and four brothers: Mrs. Phoebe Patterson, Drumheller, Alberta; Mrs. Geo. McBride, Toronto; Jacob Williams, of St. Thomas; Isaac, of Port Bruce; Orison, of Oregon; and Walter of Montana.  The funeral was held on Tuesday at 2 p.m., at the home of Mr and Mrs William Perry, 9th  concession of Malahide, and was in charge of Rev. Harry Royle, of Springfield.  Interment took place in the family plot in Luton cemetery where her husband was buried on Thursday of last week.
Children: Hazel, Beulah, Hugh, Mrs. Owen Moore, Mrs. George Jones, Mrs. Ralph Couke
1.Hazel Berdan (born 1884; died July 28, 1886; age 1 yr. 11 mos; buried in Luton)
2.Beulah Muriel Berdan (born July 4, 1901 Malahide)
9. Albert (Almon?) Williams (son of William & Sarah)
born ca 1867; died before 1910
10. Walter Williams (son of William & Sarah)
born ca 1869; living in Terry, Montana in 1910 and 1937
11. Isaac Burness Williams (son of William & Sarah)
born ca 1870; living in Sparta in 1910 and Port Bruce in 1937
died October 7, 1945
Isaac enlisted for the First World War on Oct. 13, 1915.  He gives his date of birth as Oct. 7, 1874 in Mount Salem.  He was living at R.R. #6 St. Thomas.  He was employed in carpentry and cement work, and was single.  He names his next of kin as Mrs. Norman Grover, 183 Sydenham St., London, his sister.  He is buried in Aylmer cemetery with a military marker, bearing the following inscription: “Pte. Isaac B. Williams, 2nd PNR Battn. C.E.F., 7th Oct. 1945″.
12. Phoebe Williams (dau of William & Sarah)
born ca 1873
married (possibly) J. Carter; living in Brandon in 1910 (her sister Mary Berdan’s obituary gives her married name as Patterson)
13. Sarah (Sadie)Williams (dau of William & Sarah)
born ca 1875
married Norman Grover; living in London in 1910; died before 1937
14. Esther Julia Williams (dau of William & Sarah)
born ca 1877
died
married April 27, 1911 George Edward McBride, in Yarmouth
Esther was living in Yarmouth at the time of marriage.  George was living in Ottawa.
15. Jacob Austin Williams (son of William & Sarah)
born ca 1879 Dunboyne, Malahide
married Nov. 28, 1900 Ida Bell Mansion (dau of William Mansion & Elizabeth Campbell)
born ca 1880 Union, Yarmouth
died 1927; buried in Union cemetery
children: Elizabeth (baby, buried in Union cemetery).
Ida is buried with her parents in Union cemetery.  There is a Jacob Williams, 1879-1949 buried in South Park cemetery, St. Thomas, with wife Elizabeth Preston, 1882-1960.
16. Orson Williams (son of William & Sarah) (born ca 1880)
Orson (or Osson) was living in Abbotsford, Wisconsin in 1910. He was living in Oregon in 1937.
A birth registration was found for a Clarence Orson Williams, Feb. 22, 1904 in St. Thomas, the son of Orson Williams & Rhoda Micks.
Families from lot 15:
Willard VANPATTER
Willard Vanpatter was a tenant on 50 acres in the north half of lot 14.  He owned property in lot 15 from 1875 to 1880; and from 1889 past 1900.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 53; age 14); 1871 (Div. 2, page 46); 1881 (Div. 2, page 13); 1891 (Div. 2, page 35), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 9).  Willard was the son of Aaron Vanpatter (1805 – 1856) and Elizabeth Harvey (died Jan. 27, 1894 age 84), who are buried in Luton cemetery.
George Willard Vanpatter (son of Aaron Vanpatter & Elizabeth Harvey)
born August 14, 1847 Malahide
died October 15, 1929 Lot 15, Concession 4, Malahide; age 81 yrs. 2 mos. 1 day
married Emma J. Parker (dau of Jerome Parker & Polly Bishop)
born March 14, 1856 Romeo, Michigan
died February 22, 1931 Aylmer, Ont.
Willard & Emma are buried in Luton cemetery, although Emma’s name does not appear on the monument.  They had no children.  Willard’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 17, 1929:
WILLARD VANPATTER DIED AT LUTON
Willard VanPatter, pioneer resident of Malahide township, died at his home at Luton, on Thursday afternoon, October 15th, after an illness of but a few days.  Deceased was in his 84th year and was born on the VanPatter homestead at Luton, where he lived practically all his life.  He was well known throughout East Elgin and highly respected by a host of friends.  Mr. VanPatter was the last surviving member of this pioneer family.  He was a member of the United Church at Luton. His widow survives.  Also three nieces and three nephews: Mrs. D. Lashaway, Detroit; Mrs. Warren Barton, Belmont; Mrs. Y. Harper, St. Thomas; Gaines and Charles VanPatter, Riverside, Calif.; Clarence Parker, Simcoe. The funeral will be held at his late residence on Friday, October 18th at 2:30 p.m. and the service will be conducted by Rev. Theo. Turner, of Luton.  Interment will take place in the Luton cemetery.
Emma’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 26, 1931:
DEATH OF MRS. WILLARD VANPATTER
Resident of Luton for More Than Fifty Years
Emma VanPatter, beloved wife of the late Willard VanPatter, of Luton, died at the home of her brother, L. J. Parker, Aylmer, on Sunday, February 22nd, after an illness extending over the past two or three years. She had been seriously ill for the pas few weeks.  Deceased was born in Romeo, Michigan, and came to Luton, south and east of Aylmer, with her late husband, as a bride. She resided there for more than fifty years, coming to Aylmer to reside at the death of Mr. VanPatter some eighteen months ago.  She was a member of the United Church and was honored and respected in this community where she lived for so long.  Mrs. VanPatter was the daughter of the late Jermoe and Polly Parker, and is survived by two brothers, L. J. Parker, of Aylmer, and Homer Parker, of Chicago, also by one nephew, C. L. Parker, of Windsor.  The funeral was held at the home of her brother, L. J. Parker, Pine street east, on Tuesday at 2 p.m.  The service was private and interment was made in the Luton cemetery. The service was conducted by Rev. Waldemar Williams, of Aylmer, assisted by Rev. Theodore Turner, of the Malahide Charge, where deceased was a member and organist and choir director for many years.  During the service, Rev. Turner sang “Some Glad, Sweet Day:.  Mrs. Russel Nelson was accompanist.  The pallbearers were J. M. Hale, Geo. Harp, E. Blake Miller, E. C. Monteith, Walter Stewart and W. J. Mann.
Families from lot 15:
FUGARD
Charles Fugard is listed on lot 15 from 1884 past 1900.  Other members of the Fugard family found in Concession 4 include Thomas Fugard, who was a tenant on lot 9 in 1886; and Thomas & Robert Fugard who were tenants on lot 19 from 1894 to 1895.  Edward Fugard was a tenant on lot 19 from  1891 to 1892.
The Fugard family is found in Malahide census records, as follows:
1881 – Edward (Div. 1, page 45)
1891 – Edward (Div. 2, page 51); Charles (Div. 2, page 49); Robert & Thomas (Div. 1, page 25)
1901 – Edward & Thomas (Div. 1, page 9); Robert (Div. 2, page 13); Charles (Div. 2, page 12).
Edward Fugard
born January 22, 1839 York County, Ontario
died December 9, 1903 Malahide, age 64; buried in Dunboyne
married Elizabeth Roseberry (or Riseberry)
born June 30, 1826 Norfolk, England
died August 4, 1904 Malahide; in her 78th year; buried in Dunboyne
Edward’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 10, 1903:
Mr. Edward Fugard, one of the most respected residents of Malahide, died at his home near Copenhagen on Wednesday on this week from the effects of a cancer, which has caused him great suffering for a long time. He was in his 65th year. Funeral services will be held at the Copenhagen church on Friday at 1 o’clock.
Elizabeth’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 11, 1904:
On Thursday last, Elizabeth Fugard, widow of the late Edward Fugard, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. Stoner. The funeral took place on Saturday to the Dunboyne cemetery.  Deceased was very highly esteemed by all who knew her.
Children: Charles, Thomas, Robert, Margaret, Sarah
1. Charles Edward Fugard (son of Edward & Elizabeth)
born 1858 Bright, Blenheim Twsp., Oxford County, Ontario
died May 19, 1919 St. Thomas, Ont.; age 62; buried in Dunboyne
married Jan. 16, 1884 Elsie E. Smith (dau of James Smith & Mary Kelley), in Luton
born October 12, 1860; died August 6, 1939; buried in Dunboyne
Charles’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 22, 1919:
The death occurred on Sunday at 12 o’clock, of Charles E. Fugard, a former resident of Dunboyne and Luton, at the residence of his son-in-law, William Darlington, M.C.R. fireman, 96 Malakoff street, St. Thomas, after a month’s illness. Deceased was born in Bright, Ont., and had resided at Dunboyne and vicinity for the past 50 years, where he was well known and respected. The family moved to St. Thomas last January.  Deceased was in his 62nd year. He was a member of the Methodist church. He is survived by his wife, three sons and one daughter: Frank of Brownsville; Earl, of Hagersville; George, of Luton; and Mrs. C. Robbins, of Harrietsville. Two brothers and two sisters survive: Robert, of Dunboyne; Thomas, of Aylmer; Mrs. A. Stoner, Aylmer; and Mrs. C. Lossing, of London.  The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock.  The remains were brought to Dunboyne where service was held in the Methodist church and interment was made in the Dunboyne cemetery.
Elsie’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 10, 1939:
MRS. CHARLES FUGARD
The death occurred Saturday morning of one of the old residents of Malahide Township, in the person of Mrs. Charles Fugard at her home at Luton in her 79th year after several months’ illness.  Born east of Dunboyne, she lived there for many years, moving to Luton 15 years ago. She was a daughter of Mr and Mrs James Smith.  Her husband predeceased her 20 years.  She was a member of the Baptist Church.  She leaves three sons and one daughter: Frank, of St. Thomas; Earl, of Ingersoll; George, at home; Mrs. Nellie Robbins, Aylmer; a brother and a sister, Frank Smith, St. Thomas, and Mrs. Robert Fugard, Dunboyne.  The funeral was held from her late residence on Tuesday at 2 o’clock and was largely attended by relatives and friends.  Rev. H. F. Kennedy had charge, and Rev and Mrs. Kennedy favoured with a duet.  There were many floral tributes.  The pallbearers were Everett VanPatter, Ed. Knott, John Locock, Fred Dunn, Andrew Fisher and Sydney Rainford.  The flower bearers were Messrs. McDonald, Delaney and Cooper.  Interment took place in the Dunboyne cemetery.  Relatives and friends attended from St. Thomas, Ingersoll, Fort Erie, Dunboyne, Yarmouth Centre, Sparta, Calton, Lakeview, Fairground, Aylmer and vicinity.
Children of Charles & Elsie: Nettie, Francis, Earl, Lillie, George
1.Nettie May Fugard (born ca 1885; died November 1918 St. Thomas)
Married Dec. 9, 1908 Matthew William Darlington
2.Francis (Frank) E. Fugard (born ca 1888)
Married Aug. 13, 1914 Hattie Tompkins
3.Earl Clifton Fugard (born August 4, 1890)
Married Feb. 14, 1917 Amy Belva Fisher
4.Lillie Fugard (born Oct. 23, 1891; died Sept. 5, 1985; buried in Aylmer)
Married Aug. 3, 1910 Casper Robbins
5.Leon Thomas Fugard (born ca 1892; died Oct. 29, 1900, age 8)
6.George Kirkland Fugard (born Aug. 3, 1898; died 1976; buried in Dunboyne)
2.  Thomas H. Fugard (son of Edward & Elizabeth)
born May 1, 1861 Bright, Blenheim Twsp., Oxford Co., Ontario
died July 11, 1934 Aylmer, in his 75th year
married Sarah Jane Cascadden
born 1876
died May 29, 1900, age 23 yrs.10 mos; buried in Dunboyne
There is conflicting information regarding Sarah’s maiden name.   On her daughter Iva’s birth and marriage record, Sarah’s name is given as Cascadden.  But, her obituary in Aylmer Express (June 7, 1900) states: “Mrs. Robert Fugard, a most respected resident of Malahide died at her home on Wednesday last. She was a sister of Mr. Charles Lossing of St. Thomas”
Thomas and Sarah’s marriage record could not be found.
Thomas’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 19, 1934:
DEATH OF THOMAS FUGARD
Had Lived in Aylmer for 17 Years
Thomas Fugard, well-known citizen of Aylmer, died suddenly on Wednesday afternoon, July 11th, at the home of his daughter, Sherman Ralf, Pine street.   He was in his 75th year and had not been in good health.  Mr. Fugard was born in Bright, Ont., and had been a resident of Aylmer for 17 years. Previous to moving here he had farmed in Malahide township and was caretaker of the Dunboyne cemetery for years.  Deceased was a member of the United Church.  Besides his daughter, Mrs. Sherman Ralf, Aylmer, he is survived by a sister, Mrs. A. Stoner, Aylmer; also a grandson, Fred Ralf, and a number of nephews and nieces. His wife died 25 years ago. The funeral was held at the Atkinson Funeral Home on Friday afternoon and was largely attended. Rev. H. Edgar Allen had charge of the service and the pallbearers were Warren Anger, George Berdan, H. L. Stratton, G. Frank Davenport, E. E. Martin and Arthur Hardwick.  There were many beautiful floral tributes and the flowerbearers were Percy King and Charles Foy.  The remains were laid to rest in the family plot in Dunboyne cemetery.
children of Thomas & Sarah: Iva
1.Iva May Fugard (born July 3, 1896)
Married Oct. 25, 1916 Sherman Ralf
3. Robert Ross Fugard (son of Edward & Elizabeth)
born August 8, 1862 Drumbo, Oxford Co., Ontario
died February 3, 1923 Lot 15, Con. 4, Malahide, age 59 yrs. 5 mos. 26 days
married Feb. 24, 1886 Emily A. (Orillia) Smith (dau of James & Mary), in Aylmer
Born February 12, 1865
died 1955
Robert & Emily are buried in Dunboyne.  Robert’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 8, 1923:
Robert Fugard, a well-known resident of Malahide, died at his home on the third concession on Saturday, February 3rd. Deceased has been a sufferer from asthma for years, and a week ago he became ill with pneumonia which resulted in his death.  Besides his widow, he is survived by six sons: Edward, Cleveland; Harry, Corinth; Harley, Ross, Homer and James, at home; one daughter, Mrs. E. G. McKenney, Aberdeen, South Dakota; one brother, Thomas, of Dunboyne; and two sisters, Mrs. Charles Lossing, Long Beach, California; and Mrs. Abraham Stoner, Aylmer.  The funeral which was held yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock, was under the auspices of Aylmer Lodge C.O.F., of which deceased was a member. Interment took place in the Dunboyne cemetery.
Children of Robert & Emily: Edward, Harry, Mary, Elizabeth, Harley, Ada, Clifford, Edith, Homer
1.Edward Clifton Fugard (born August 27, 1886)
Married Apr. 6, 1911 Vera Susan Pearson
2.Harry Gordon Fugard (born January 12, 1889; died 1973; buried in Dunboyne)
Married Aug. 30, 1916 Caroline Victoria  E. McQuiggan (1895-1982)
3.Mary E. (Marietta)Fugard (born March 27, 1891)
4.Elizabeth Pearl Fugard (born January 20, 1895)
Married January 30, 1913 Isaac Esseltine
5.Harley J. Fugard (born April 18, 1897)
6.Ada Roberta Fugard (born April 25, 1900; died March 4, 1920, age 20 yrs. 11 mos)
7.Clifford Ross Fugard (born August 11, 1902); married May 7, 1925 Violet West
8.Edith Ellen Ferne Fugard (born Oct. 19, 1905; died March 14, 1920)
9.Homer Delmer Fugard (born October 5, 1907)
4. Margaret J. Fugard (dau of Edward & Elizabeth)
born 1865 Brampton, Ontario; died November 13, 1942; buried in Aylmer
married June 4, 1881 Abram E. Stoner (son of Jacob & Levina), in Aylmer
born 1857; died 1939
Margaret’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 19, 1942:
MRS. ABRAM STONER
Mrs. Abram Stoner, a resident of Aylmer for the past twenty-two years, passed away at her home on Clarence street, Friday morning, Nov. 13th, after an illness of six weeks. She was in her 78th year and was born at Brampton, being a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Edward Fugard. She had resided in Malahide Township nearly all her life, moving to Aylmer twenty-two years ago. She was a member of the United Church; also a member of the Baptist Get Acquainted Class and the Aylmer Women’s Institute.  Her husband died about four years ago. Surviving are two sons, Warren, of Michigan, and Arthur, of Detroit; two grandchildren, one great grandson, and several nieces and nephews.  The funeral was held at her late home on Clarence Street, on Monday at 1:30 p.m.  The service was conducted by Revs. Mason and Stenlake, and during the service Mrs. Will Turner sang “Beautiful Isle of Somewhere”. She was accompanied at the piano by Mrs. E. H. Smith.  There were many beautiful flowers. The pallbearers were Irving McTaggart, Charles McTaggart, E. E. McTaggart, A. Ray Lemon, Ed. Miller and E. H. Smith. Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery. Relatives and friends attended from Detroit and Mt. Clemens, Mich., Ingersoll, Windsor, Yarmouth, Calton and Aylmer and district.
5. Sarah Fugard (dau of Edward & Elizabeth)
born 1854; married June 18, 1874 Charles Lossing, in St. Thomas
Charles Lossing was from Norwich, Ontario.  They lived in London, and later Long Beach, California
Families from lot 16:
BRUNSON
Russell & Malinda Brunson owned 30 acres in lot 16 from 1858 to 1878.  Malinda is found on the 1861 Malahide census (page 53 – oddly Russell is not found)  They are found on the 1871 Malahide census (Div. 2, page 45).  No record of any children can be found.  They are buried in Luton cemetery.
Russell Brunson
born 1807 United States; died May 3, 1875, age 68
married Malinda _______born 1805 United States or Ontario; died April 16, 1879, age 72
Families from lot 16:
SCHOOLEY
Benjamin is listed as owning property in lot 16 from 1864 to 1896, followed by Melissa Schooley, widow, from 1899 past 1900.  He is also listed as a tenant on 20 acres in the south half of lot 10 in 1880.
A Samuel Schooley also is listed on lot 16 from 1864 to 1869; on lot 15 from 1874 to 1877, and as a tenant on a one acre parcel in the south half of lot 14 in 1883.  There is also an Abraham Schooley who acquired 100 acres in lot 23 in 1876.
Records of earlier transactions in concession 4 for lot 12,  mention of a John Schooley of Humberstone Twsp., Lincoln Co.[sic – Humberstone is in Welland County],  who purchased the rights to the north half in 1837 from Thomas Keith.  In 1843,  John sold the rights to Benjamin Schooley, also of Humberstone.  Benjamin, now of Malahide, sold his rights to this property in 1850.
It is difficult to determine if the above Benjamin is the one who lived in Malahide until his death in 1896 at the age of 82.  The marriage record to his second wife in 1869 states his father’s name was also Benjamin.  The marriage of Abram to his second wife also records that he was a son of Benjamin & Lavina.
According to research posted on the Internet on Rootsweb, the Schooley family has its origins in Bedford, England where a Richard Schooley was born about 1530.  He had a son Richard, who had a son John who was born about 1609 in Yorkshire, England and died in 1695 in Chesterfield Township, Burlington County, New Jersey.  John married Elizabeth Fletcher and had a son Thomas, born 1650 in Yorkshire and died in New Jersey.  He and his wife Sarah Parker had a son John (1700-1748) who lived in Burlington, New Jersey and married Mary Willson.  Their son Asa Schooley, who was born about 1739 in New Jersey came to Canada and died in Welland County about 1816. Asa and his wife Sarah were the parents of Benjamin Schooley, born 1778 in New Jersey who married Lavina Cutler, parents of Benjamin & Abram in Malahide.
The family is found in Malahide census records, as follows:
Benjamin – 1861 (pg 53); 1871 (Div. 2, pg 45); 1881 (Div. 2, pg 24), and 1891 (Div. 2, pg 33)
Abram – 1871 (Div. 3, page 61); 1881 (Div. 2, page 24), and 1891 (Div. 2, page 31)
Samuel – 1881 (Div. 2, page 15); and 1891 (Div. 2, page 19)
Benjamin Schooley (son of Benjamin & Lavina)
born 1814 Port Colborne, Ontario
died November 3, 1896 Malahide; age 82 years, 5 months
married 1.  Margaret Segar (or Sager)
born 1821; died March 22, 1868 Malahide; age 47 yrs. 11 mos. 12 days
married 2.  February 1, 1869 Anna Melissa Matthews (dau of Sylvester & Elizabeth)
born April 8, 1838 Malahide; died December 13, 1902 Malahide; age 63 yrs. 8 mos. 5 ds
Benjamin and his two wives are buried in Luton cemetery.  His death registration states that his death resulted from injuries that occurred being thrown from a buggy.  In religion, he was a Quaker. His estate file is # 2584 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  Benjamin was the assessor and collector for the Township of Malahide in 1874.  His second wife, Melissa, had a son Edgar Matthews who was living with them on the 1881 census, age 18.  Edgar and his mother are found on  the 1901 census in Aylmer. Edgar (1862 -1932) is buried in Luton cemetery.  His death registration states that his father’s name is unknown.
Benjamin’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 5, 1896:
Mr. Benjamin Schooley died on Tuesday morning as a result of injuries received by being thrown from his buggy while in town a week previous.  Deceased was in his 82nd year, and his life had been one long period of usefulness.  He was better known perhaps than any resident of Malahide, having lived in that township for upwards of fifty-five years, and for forty-five years lived on the farm where he died.  For nearly forty years he performed the duties of tax collector for the township, and during that time gave universal satisfaction to both council and taxpayer, a record enjoyed by few. He was a good citizen, a splendid neighbour, an indulgent father and husband, and ever enjoyed the highest respect of all who knew him.  Consequently more than usual sorrow is expressed at his death, particularly so on account of the sad circumstances that led to it. The funeral will leave his late residence this afternoon at 2 o’clock, services and interment at Centreville.
Anna Melissa’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 18, 1902:
We are sorry to have to announce this week the death of Mrs. Benjamin Schooley, which took place on Saturday last at her home on Sydenham St.  Mrs. Schooley was in her 64th year, and for a great many years has been a respected resident of this section, her home at Luton being always open to her many friends, who were always certain of a warm reception, and who will learn of her death with great regret.  She was sick only about two weeks with fever. She leaves one son, E. G., with whom she resided, and one daughter, Mrs. H. L. Bixby, of Sewickey, Pa.  Mrs. Bailey, of Detroit, and Mrs. J. M. Huffman were sisters, and Messrs. Jas and Isaac Matthews, brothers of deceased.  Funeral services were held at Centreville on Tuesday afternoon, the interment taking place there also.
Children of Benjamin: Samuel, William, Martha, Mary, Josephine
1. Samuel Smith Schooley (son of Benjamin & Margaret)
born 1843 Humberstone Twsp., Welland Co.
died May 11, 1916 Aylmer, age 73 yrs.; buried in Aylmer
married May 3, 1868 Mary Jane (Jennie) Burns (dau of Michael & Mary Ann)
born 1848 United States
 died 1915
Samuel & Mary Jane were married in Brant County.  She was residing in Blenheim Township, Oxford County, at the time of marriage, while Samuel was from Malahide.  Samuel’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 18, 1916:
Samuel S. Schooley died at his home on Harvey Street on Thursday night, the 11th inst., following pneumonia. Deceased was born in Humberstone Township, Welland County, in 1843, and was consequently in his 74th year.  When a small boy, he moved with his parents, Mr and Mrs Benjamin Schooley, to Centreville (Luton), and with the exception of two years lived there until some five years ago, when with his wife he moved to Aylmer, purchasing a residence on Harvey Street.  His wife predeceased eleven months ago, and his sister, Mrs. Leonard Powers, passed away two weeks’ previously.  Two sisters and one brother survive: Mrs. John McTaggart, Malahide; Mrs. Bixbie, Sewickly, Pa.; and W. A. Schooley, of Buffalo. Rev. T. J. Mitchell conducted the funeral, which took place from his late residence on Saturday, 13th inst., at 3 o’clock p.m.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery. The pallbearers were all friends and neighbours of deceased, at Centreville: Messrs. John Hale, Milton VanPatter, Clinton Miller, Will Dunn, Eugene Hill and Ambrose Locker.
2. William Allen Schooley (son of Benjamin & Margaret)
born ca 1845
died 1936 Buffalo, NY, in his 92nd year
In his father’s estate file, William is listed as living in Buffalo, New York.  Mention of Mrs. Schooley’s death is found in the Aylmer Express, March 24, 1927:
Mrs. Mihlan Powers is in Buffalo attending the funeral of Mr. Powers’ aunt, Mrs. William Schooley.  Mr & Mrs Schooley were former residents of Aylmer who have resided in Buffalo for a number of years.
William’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 6, 1936: (next page)
WILLIAM SCHOOLEY DIED IN BUFFALO
Was in His 92nd Year.  Mihlan Powers is a Nephew
Mr. Mihlan Powers received a telephone call early Tuesday morning advising him of the death of his uncle, William Schooley, which occurred at his home in Buffalo.  Mr. Schooley was in his 92nd year and years ago was a resident of Aylmer.  Mr. Powers left Tuesday morning for Buffalo where it is expected the funeral will be held today.  Mr. Schooley is survived by one sister, Mrs. Bixby, whose home is in Pennsylvania. His wife predeceased him some years ago.
3. Martha Jane Schooley (dau of Benjamin & Margaret)
born 1839
died February 19, 1919
married May 24, 1867 John McTaggart (son of Archibald & Margaret)
see the McTaggart family in Volume 2 of this series.
Martha’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 27, 1919:
The death of Martha Jane, beloved wife of John McTaggart occurred at her home on the 2nd concession of Malahide, on Wednesday, February 19th, aged 79 years and six months, after a long illness. She had been an invalid for the past five years and for some five months had been confined to her bed.  She is survived by two sons, Maitland, of Pittsburg, and Charles, at home; also one brother, William A. Schooley, of Buffalo, and one sister, Mrs. Bixby, of Sewiskley, Pa.  The funeral took place from her late residence on Saturday, at 2 o’clock. Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery.
4. Mary Adelaide Schooley (dau of Benjamin & Margaret)
born 1841 Welland Co.
died April 28, 1916 Lot 19, Concession 2, Malahide
married August 27, 1862 Leonard Powers (son of Hiram Powers & Eliza Wilson)
born 1841; died 1910
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 4, 1916:
The death occurred in Malahide on Friday, April 28th, of Mary Adelaide (relict of Leonard Powers), who has been a highly respected resident of this district for many years.  Deceased, who was born in Welland County,  was in her 76th year.  She is survived by two sons and one daughter: Milan, of Aylmer; Frank, of Malahide; and Mrs. Rattray, of Alberta. The funeral took place from the residence of her son, Mr. Frank Powers, Talbot Street East, on Sunday at two o’clock.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
Leonard & Mary, & sons Frank and Mihlan are found on the 1901 Malahide census (Div. 3, page 12-13).
Children: Mihlan, Luella, Frank
1.Mihlan J. Powers (born Dec. 13, 1863; died 1954 – buried in Aylmer)
Married Dec. 29, 1886 Mary Esther Jones (dau of Isaac Jones & Ann Percy)
Born August 29, 1863 Malahide; died 1943
2.Luella E. Powers (died Nov. 1918 in Killam, Alberta)
Married Dec. 2, 1907 James T. Rattray
3.Frank L. Powers (born Dec. 17, 1876; died Jan. 1948 – buried in Aylmer)
Married Mary Ellen Gunstone (Feb. 20, 1876-1957)
5. Miriam Josephine Schooley (dau of Benjamin & Melissa)
born ca 1871 Malahide
died
married August 8, 1894 Harry L. Bixby, in Luton
Harry Bixby was born in Ohio, but was living in Beaver Brook Co., Pennsylvania at the time of his marriage. In her father’s estate file, Josephine is listed as living in Allegheny Co., Pennsylvania.  In 1919 they were living in Sewiskley, Pennsylvania.
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Abram Schooley (son of Benjamin & Lavina)
born March 28, 1835 Humberstone Twsp., Welland Co.
died October 10, 1914 Concession 4, Malahide; age 80 yrs.
married 1. Mary E. _______ (born 1836; died January 1871, age 35)
married 2.  April 17, 1871 Eliza Belinda Johnston (dau of Joseph & Barbara)
born October 23, 1845 Malahide
died December 17, 1878 Malahide, age 33
married 3.  March 29, 1880 Louisa Uhrig (dau of Joseph & Mary Margaret Uhrig)
born January 1, 1860 Wales, New York
died November 12, 1928
Abram & his third wife Louisa are buried in Luton cemetery.  The 1871 census records Abram as widowed.  The death schedule on that census shows a Mary E. Schooley, age 35, married, died in January, of consumption.  Abram & Louisa were married in Humberstone, where she was living. That marriage record gives Abram’s parents names as Benjamin Schooley and Louise Cutler.  The marriage record to his second wife Eliza gives his mother’s name was Lavina.
children of Abram: Deverado, Amandrus, Abram, Mary, Alice, Clara, John, Florence, Stella
1. Deverado Schooley (son of Abram & Mary)
born ca 1857 Humberstone Twsp., Welland Co.
married July 9, 1883 Jane Oke (dau of Thomas & Ellen), in Elgin County
Deverado is found on the 1891 Malahide census (Div. 1, page 39).  He moved to San Fransisco, California about 1892 where he and his wife and children Samuel & Annie are found on the 1900 census.  His occupation is given as brass polisher. By the 1920 census, he and Jane and son Samuel were living in San Carlos, San Mateo Co., California. Children: Francis, Levi, Samuel, Annie
1.Francis E. Schooley (Aug 5, 1883 – May 21, 1884, age 8 mos; buried in Luton)
2.Levi Francis Schooley (Nov 24, 1887 –  June 17, 1889; age 6 mos. 28 days; buried in Luton)
3.Samuel Eugene Schooley
born August (or July)17, 1885; died March 18, 1965 San Fransisco, California
4.Annie Mabel Schooley (born April 30, 1890)
2. Amandrus Jertrude Schooley (son of Abram & Mary)
born 1859; died May 10, 1948; buried in Aylmer
married Alice Crockett (1867-1916)
Amandrus moved to California about 1890, living for a few years in San Fransisco, where he worked on the railroad.  He is found there on the 1900 census. His son Norman was born in Washington according to the census.  However, Amandrus moved back to Aylmer by 1901, where they are found on the census.  His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 13, 1948:
AMANDUS SCHOOLEY
Amandus J. Schooley, father of Norman Schooley, east of Luton, died early Monday morning at his son’s home. He had been living there since his wife’s death 31 years ago. Mr. Schooley was born in 1859.  Mr. Schooley was a son of the late Mr and Mrs Abraham Schooley and was a member of the Mt. Salem United Church. Prior to coming to Malahide, he lived at various times in Missouri, Washington and California.  A retired farmer, the departed man’s wife was the former Alice Crockett.  Surviving are two sons, Earl of Corinth, and Norman of near Luton; one brother, John of Regina; three sisters, Mrs. Ed Powers, Mrs. Stella Crandall and Mrs. Henry [obituary ends here]
children of Amandrus & Alice: Earl, Norman
1.Earl Colin Schooley (born Feb. 11, 1889)
2. Norman Schooley (1894-1975; married Bernice V. Wilson, 1894-1987)
3. Abram Arthur Schooley (son of Abram & Eliza)
born October 13, 1873
4. Mary Eliza Schooley (dau of Abram & Eliza)
born January 4, 1875 Bayham Township
married 1895 John Mann
5. Edith Alice Schooley (dau of Abram & Eliza)
born September 22, 1876  Malahide
married Oct. 12, 1899 Edward Powers (son of George Powers & Catherine Buston)
6. Clara Lottie Louise Schooley (dau of Abram & Louisa)
born August 25, 1883 (birth registration shows Aug. 16)
died May 5, 1892; buried in Luton
7. John Henry Schooley (son of Abram & Louisa)
born August 3, 1882
8. Florence Bell Schooley (dau of Abram & Louisa)
born October 20, 1884 Malahide
died May 14, 1946; buried in Elmdale Cemetery, St. Thomas
married March 16, 1904 Maynard Charlton (1879 – 1959)
9. Stella May Schooley (dau of Abram & Louisa)
born November 28, 1886 Malahide
married Nov. 15, 1911 Erwin D. Crandall
Families from Lot 16 and 17:
HARVEY
William Harvey received a Crown Patent for the north half of lot 17 (100 acres) in 1845, which he owned until 1875.  His widow Sophronia continued to own 92 acres of this parcel until 1886.  William is also listed as owning property in lot 16 from 1859 to 1875, followed by his widow from 1875 to 1885.  A William Harvey also owned 10 acres in the south half of lot 21 from 1861 to 1871.
Joseph Harvey owned 100 acres in Lot 17 (south half) from 1884 to 1874, and is also listed on 80 acres in lot 16 in 1856.
The 1842 census of Malahide shows a Margaret Harvey on the north part of lot 17, with Irish origins, and 3 in the family.  Joseph Harvey is found on the south part of lot 17 with 3 in the family.
William is found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 49), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 44). His widow Sophronia is found in 1881 (Div. 2, page 66).  She and their family are not found in the 1891 census in either Malahide or Aylmer.
Joseph Harvey is found on the 1861 Malahide census (page 22), incorrectly indexed as “Mervey”., a widower, age 55, born Ireland.  On the 1871 census, he is again incorrectly indexed with the surname Henry [?], age 65, born Ireland.  The quality of microfilming and handwriting on the census accounts for why Elgin OGS was unable to correctly decipher the surname.
According to the inscription on Joseph’s tombstone in Luton cemetery, the family had its origins in County Tyrone, Ireland, where Joseph was born in 1806.  The record of his second marriage in 1861 also records that he was the son of Joseph & Sarah Harvey.  While no monument can be found for  this couple, Joseph’s second wife Margaret is buried in Luton cemetery.  She is undoubtedly the “Margaret Harvey” found on the 1842 census.  Her husband Joseph was probably deceased by 1842.
Joseph Harvey
born probably County Tyrone, Ireland
died before 1842 Malahide
married 1.  Sarah ________
born
died before 1821
married 2.  January 5, 1821 Margaret Robinson
born ca 1775 Scotland
died October 2, 1862 Malahide, in her 88th year
Joseph & Margaret’s marriage record states they were “both of Malahide”.  Margaret is found on the 1861 census as a widow, age 86, living with her son William.
Children of Joseph: Joseph, Elizabeth, Hannah, Sarah, Isabella, William
1. Joseph Harvey (son of Joseph & Sarah)
born February 25, 1806 County Tyrone, Ireland
died August 8, 1878 Aylmer; age 72
married 1.  Susan _________
married 2.  October 15, 1861 Phoebe Maria Young (dau of Hugh Young & Sarah Campbell)
Born ca 1822 New York
died December 4, 1897; age 69
Joseph & Phoebe are buried in Luton cemetery.  After Joseph’s death, Phoebe was married to Lewis Howell, who was born in Ancaster Township on May 7, 1833 and died in Aylmer on July 15, 1895 in his 63rd year.  He is buried with Joseph & Phoebe. Lewis & Phoebe were married in St. Thomas on June 18, 1889.  He was a life insurance agent, living in Aylmer. Also in the plot is William, son of Joseph & Susan, which is the only reference to Joseph’s first wife’s name.
Joseph’s estate file is # 742 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  It would appear that he had no surviving children, as he names only his wife Phoebe; his four sisters and two nieces.
Phoebe’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 9, 1897:
On Saturday last after a long illness Mrs. Phoebe M. Howell, one of our most highly respected citizens, passed away at her home on South street. Deceased was in her 68th year, and had been a resident here for many years, making many warm friends by her kind and happy Christian character. The funeral took place on Tuesday from her late residence tot he Centreville cemetery and was attended by a large number of friends.
Children: William
1.William Harvey (son of Joseph & Susan)
Born ca 1841
died May 16, 1860, age 19 years; buried in Luton
2. Elizabeth Harvey (dau of Joseph & Sarah)
married February 25, 1830 Aaron Vanpatter
3. Hannah Harvey (dau of Joseph & Sarah)
born 1811 Ireland
died March 28, 1884; age 73 yrs; buried in Seminary Cemetery, Yarmouth Twsp.
married January 4, 1837 George Minor
4. Sarah Harvey (dau of Joseph & Sarah)
born 1814 Ireland
died February 13, 1895; age 81
married July 15, 1840 Jesse Kinsey
Sarah’s estate file is # 2354 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  It states that she had a half share in the estate of Joseph Harvey of Aylmer. She and Jesse are buried in Seville Cemetery, Malahide Township.
Sarah’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 14, 1895:
Although not altogether unlooked for, the death of Sarah, the wife of Mr. Jesse Kinsey, which took place on Wednesday morning last, was a surprise to many of her friends, and caused a feeling fo deep sorrow at the loss of so true and noble a friend. This feeling of sorrow was mixed with a  feeling of sad pleasure at the thoughts of her release from the tedious and painful suffering which she had so patiently borne for the past year or so, and the thought that her oft expressed wish to depart and be at rest in her home above had at last been gratified.  Mrs. Kinsey was a truly good, as well as an unusually smart and clever woman. As a neighbour and friend, none could be more obliging to true, and to know her, as we have had the pleasure of knowing her in her declining years, was to love and respect her.  She was born in Ireland, and came to this section with her parents in 1819 when a child, living here ever since.  Had she lived until next July she would have celebrated the 55th anniversary of her wedding day, and her aged partner who is left behind, as well as her daughter, Miss Jennie, have the sympathy of all in their affliction.  Mrs. Kinsey was in her 82nd year. The funeral services will be held at her late residence, Queen street, on Friday at 2 p.m., after which she will be laid at rest in the Friends’ cemetery, Talbot St.  She was a sister of the late Joseph Harvey, and the last member of that family of early pioneers in this section.
Children of Jesse & Sarah: Esther, Mary Jane
1.Esther (Essie) Kinsey
born 1850
died June 30, 1894; age 45; buried in Seville cemetery
married C. D. Fuller
2.Mary Jane (Jennie) Kinsey
born 1847
died April 26, 1898; age 51; buried in Seville cemetery
5. Isabella Harvey (dau of Joseph)
married _______Hewitt
6. William Harvey (son of Joseph & Margaret)
born 1821
died June 14, 1874 Malahide; age 53 yrs. 2 mos. 11 days
married Sophronia Mack
born ca 1833 Stanstead, Quebec
died November 29, 1889 St. Catharines, Ont.; age 66 yrs. 7 mos. 29 days
William & Sophronia are buried in Luton cemetery.  On the 1861 census, William’s widowed mother Margaret is living with them, and on the 1871 census, Sophronia’s widowed mother Nancy Mack, age 73, born United States, is living with them.  Nancy died on October 28, 1880, age 82 years, 9 months, and is buried in Luton cemetery beside William & Sophronia.  She was the wife of Sebra Mack.
William Harvey represented East Elgin as a Liberal Member of Parliament from 1872 to 1874.  His estate file is # 521 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  Sophronia’s estate file is # 1667 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  That file states she died in St. Catharines, and her executor was her son, Horace Harvey, a barrister in Toronto.
Children: Mary, Noel, Emma, Orson, Ada, Maggie, Horace, Edwin
1.Mary Harvey (dau of William & Sophronia)
born July 13, 1850 Malahide
died December 29, 1926 St. Catharines, Ont.;  buried in Luton
married Nov. 27, 1877 Frederick Kilmer, D.D.S.  (1852 – May 29, 1943)
Frederick & Mary were married in Malahide.  At the time of marriage, he was a school teacher residing in Southwold, but he was born in Malahide, the son of Joseph & Christine Kilmer.  Mary died at 22 Welland Ave., St. Catharines, where she had resided for 40 years. Her death registration gives her mother’s birthplace as “Stanstead”, presumably in Quebec.  The informant was Mary’s son-in-law, Dr. J. D. R. Fitzgerald, of St. Catharines.
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 30, 1926:
MARY KILMER
Mary Harvey Kilmer, beloved wife of Dr. Fred Kilmer, died at her home in St. Catharines, on Monday morning, December 27th, in her 77th year. She was the eldest daughter of late William Harvey, of Luton, and spent her younger days there. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Fitzgerald, of St. Catharines; one sister, Mrs. W. M. James, of Minneapolis, Minn; two brothers, Edward Harvey of California; and Horace Harvey, Chief Justice, of Alberta, Edmonton.  O. L. Westover, of Luton, is a brother-in-law; Mr. H. B. Westover, Aylmer; Miss Inez Westover, Luton, and Mr. Fred Westover, Windsor, are nephews and niece of deceased.  The remains were brought to Aylmer on Wednesday from St. Catharines and taken to Luton cemetery for interment. Service was held in the Luton United Church, at 2 o’clock p.m. and was in charge of Rev. R. D. Hamilton, of Aylmer, a former pastor of deceased at St. Catharines.
2.Noel W. Harvey (son of William & Sophronia)
Born 1852
died February 7, 1858; age 5 yrs. 2 mos; buried in Luton
3.Orson E. Harvey (son of William & Sophronia)
Born ca 1855
died February 8, 1858; age 3 yrs. 1 mo. 15 days; buried in Luton
While the transcription for Orson’s date of death has been recorded as “1878″, this is believed to have been read incorrectly.  His date of death (Feb. 8) is one day after his brother Noel, so it would appear that both were victims of the same illness.  Since their father William died in June 1874, it does not seem likely there would be a child born in January 1875.
4.Emma Harvey (dau of William & Sophronia)
Born 1856 Malahide
died Dec. 13, 1914 Lot 14, Concession 4, Malahide
married Omer L. Westover (1854-1932)
Emma & Omer are buried in Luton cemetery. See Westover family in this volume for further information.
5.Ada N. Harvey (dau of William & Sophronia)
Born ca 1859
not married in 1889
6.Margaret (Maggie) May Harvey (dau of William & Sophronia)
Born ca 1862
died April 1939 Toledo, Ohio
married August 11, 1886 William James (son of Robert & Lorena)
born February 16, 1858 Dunboyne, Malahide Township
Died July 29, 1934 Minneapolis, Minnesota
Maggie & William were married in Malahide.  He was born in Malahide, but was residing in Breckenridge, Minnesota at the time of his marriage, a teacher.  William & Maggie moved to the United States in 1883 and are found on the 1910 census for Breckenridge City, Wilkin County, Minnesota.  His occupation is publisher and merchant. They had children Harvey W., Ada L., & Mary M, all born in Minnesota.
Margaret’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 27, 1939:
MRS. W. M. JAMES DIED IN TOLEDO
Native of Luton is Buried in Minneapolis
Mr. Charles James, St. George street, received a telegram on Tuesday announcing the death of his sister-in-law, Mrs. W. M. James, which occurred early Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Nurse Mary James, in Toledo, Ohio, where she had recently been making her home.  Mrs. James, whose maiden name was Margaret Harvey, was born at Luton where she spent her girlhood.  Following her marriage to Mr. James, they moved to Breckenridge, Minnesota, and later of Minneapolis, where she had spent most of her life. Her husband predeceased her but a few years ago.  Mrs. James was in her 78th year. Two sons and two daughters survive, all in the United States. Interment will take place in the family plot in Minneapolis.
William James’ lengthy obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 9, 1934:
W. M. JAMES IS MOURNED IN MINNESOTA
Native of Dunboyne Helped to Build Breckenridge, Minn.
Has Brother and Two Sisters in Aylmer
The following appeared in the Breckenridge Minnesota Gazette-Telegram of August 1st, concerning the death of Wm. M. James, of Minneapolis, brother of Charles James, Mrs. H. Garrett and Miss M. James, of Aylmer:
“William M. James, 4601 Zenith Avenue South, a resident of Minnesota since 1883, passed away at the family home Sunday afternoon, July 29th, of arterio schrosis, after an illness of more than a year.  Born at Dunboyne, Ontario, Canada, February 16, 1858, Mr. James taught school at St. Thomas, Ontario before coming to Minneapolis. In 1884 he went to Breckenridge, as head of the school, and later went into the drug and jewelry business here.  He was one of the founders of the Breckenridge Telegram and edited it until 1914.  Mr. James served as postmaster of Breckenridge for three terms and had held various city offices besides serving as Judge of Probate of Wilkin County.  He was president of the Minnesota State Editorial Association in 1908, and was also a past president of the Northern Minnesota Editorial Association. He was Worthy Grand Patron of the Order of the Eastern Star of Minnesota in 1905 and was active in civic, church and fraternal circles at Breckenridge until his retirement in 1922.  Since that time he has been a resident of Minneapolis.  Mr. James married Maggie Harvey, of Luton, Ontario, Canada, August 11, 1886.  His wife, two sons, W. Harvey, of Minneapolis, Horace M., of St. Cloud, and two daughters, Mrs. M. W. Preble and Miss Mary, of Minneapolis, survive him, also a brother, Charles, and two sisters, Mrs. Hannah Garrett and Miss Mary James, of Aylmer, Ontario, and three grandchildren.  Besides membership in various fraternal orders, Mr. James was a member of Hennepin Avenue Church, of Minneapolis.  Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at Lakewood, in charge of Rev. Harold W. Roupp, summer minister at Hennepin Avenue M. E. Church.”
[the article goes on to describe the funeral and also an editorial tribute containing much of the same information as given above in the obituary]
7.Horace Harvey (son of William & Sophronia)
born 1863; died 1949
A biography of Horace was found on the Internet:
“Born in 1863 in Elgin County, Ontario to a Liberal Member of Parliament, it seemed a natural transition for Horace Harvey to pursue a life of public service.  Educated at the University of Toronto, Harvey graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1886.  Two years later, he had earned a Bachelor of Laws degree, and a year after that, he was called to the Ontario bar.  In 1893, Harvey was called to the Northwest Territories bar, and he decided to move to Calgary to practice.  Enjoying a steadily advancing career, in 1900, he was appointed Deputy Attorney General of the Northwest Territories. In 1904, Harvey was appointed to the Supreme Court of the Northwest Territories and in 1905, when Alberta became a province, Harvey became a judge at the Supreme Court of Alberta, where he was appointed Chief Justice of the Trial Division in 1921, and Chief Justice of the Appellate Division in 1924, where he remained until his death in 1949.  Justice Harvey sat on the bench for 44 years, longer than any judge in Alberta’s history.”
8.Edwin J. Harvey (son of William & Sophronia)
Born ca 1866
died
Families from lot 15 and lot 17:
HARRETT
William H. Harrett owned 40 acres in the south half of lot 15 from 1846 past 1900.  He also owned 92 acres in the north half of lot 17 from 1886 past 1900.  William’s death registration gives his place of death as lot 15, concession 5, so it is probable the family actually lived across the road on Concession 5, but owned land in Concession 4.
William is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 44); 1881 (Div. 2, page 12); 1891 (Div. 2, page 33), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 12).  Son Roland is found in 1891 (Div. 2, page 16), and 1901 (Div. 3, page 12).  Also, in the 1861 census on page 39, there is a William “Herod”, age 20, labourer, in the household of John & Hannah Kensey.  This is no doubt William Harrett.
William Harrett was born in Malahide, the son of Robert Harrett and Elizabeth Peal, both born in Bertie Township, Welland County.  William’s father Robert also lived in Malahide, as he is found in the 1842 census on the south part of lot 14, concession 5, with six in his family.
William Henry Harrett (son of Robert Harrett & Elizabeth Peal)
born January 22, 1841 Malahide
died February 2, 1912 Lot 14, Concession 5, Malahide; 72nd year
married June 16, 1861 Emeline Soper (dau of John [or Hiram] Soper & Jane Pritchard)
born February 13, 1843 Bayham
died September 29, 1912 Lot 19, Concession 5, Malahide; 70th year
William & Emeline are buried in Luton Cemetery.  An article in the Aylmer Express records the 50th anniversary of their marriage on June 16, 1911, however their marriage record gives the date as December 8, 1861.  The marriage record also gives Emeline’s father’s name as Hiram, not John.
William’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 8, 1912:
Another highly respected resident of Aylmer passed away on Friday last in the person of Mr. W. H. Harrett, in his 72nd year.  He was a resident of Malahide, near Luton, all his life up to a few years ago, when he and his wife bought a comfortable home on Harvey St., and moved to town to take life easier.  As neither Mr and Mrs Harrett were enjoying very good health, they decided to spend the winter with their son Roland, at Luton, and it was there that he died.  Last summer he and his estimable wife celebrated the 50th anniversary of their wedding day.  Deceased was of a most kind disposition, a good neighbour and friend, and will be long remembered by a host of friends. He was a faithful member of the Methodist church and a Liberal in politics.  Besides his aged partner, he leaves three sons, Roland, A., and W. W., all of Luton.  Funeral services were conducted on Monday afternoon, interment at Luton.
Emeline’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 3, 1912:
Mrs. Emmeline Harrett, relict of the late Wm. H. Harrett, died on Sunday, at the home of her son, Roland, at Luton, in her 70th year. She leaves three sons to mourn: Roland, Arthur and Wellington.  Her husband predeceased her but a few months.  The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon to Luton cemetery.
Children of William & Emeline: Robert, Roland, William
1. Robert Arthur Harrett (son of William & Emeline)
born 1864
died December 30, 1945 Aylmer; age 81 yrs. 10 mos. 20 days; buried in Aylmer
married Feb. 16, 1892 Bertha Amelia Leeson (dau of George Leeson & Emily Frost)
born April 20, 1869 Malahide
died April 15, 1940 Frome, Southwold Twsp., age 70 yrs. 11 mos. 24 days
Arthur’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 3, 1946:
ARTHUR HARRETT SUCCUMBS TO HEART ATTACK
Passes in Trailer Home at Age of 82 Years
The lifeless body of Arthur Harrett, retired farmer of the Luton district, was found in a chair in his trailer home on Walnut St., Sunday afternoon, by a neighbour. Mr. Harrett evidently had been sitting in his chair in front of the stove that heated his trailer when he expired from a heart attack. The fire was out when the neighbour Charles Weisbrod, found Mr. Harrett and evidently he had been dead for several hours. He was in his 82nd year and lived alone.  Mr. Weisbrod had been looking after the aged man and had visited him last Saturday evening to fix the fire for the night.  He did not revisit Mr. Harrett’s trailer home until Sunday afternoon.  Mr. Harrett was born at Luton, Ontario, a son of the late Mr and Mrs William Harrett, and farmed in that district until he moved to Aylmer four years ago.  His wife predeceased him five years ago.  He was a member of the Luton United Church. Surviving are an adopted son, Frank Haney; two nephews, Lorne Harrett, Malahide Township; and Hugh Harrett, Thedford; and one niece Mrs. Harvey (Gladys) Marr, Grovesend.  The funeral service  was held on Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock from the Allen Funeral Home, Aylmer, with Rev. O. D. Cadotte, of Luton, in charge.  The pallbearers were Everett VanPatter, George VanPatter, Meredith Hale, Sid Rainford, M. McKnight, Harry Westover.  Interment was in the Aylmer cemetery.
Bertha’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 18, 1940:
MRS. ARTHUR HARRETT
The death of Bertha Amelia Harrett, wife of Arthur Harrett, of Con. 4, Malahide, occurred on Monday afternoon at the home of her nephew, Roy Leeson, at Frome, after a few hours’ illness.  Mrs. Harrett went to Frome to spend a few days and was suddenly stricken with a heart attack Monday noon, passing away within a few minutes.  She was in her 71st year and was a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs George Leeson.  She was born on Con. 8, Malahide, and had lived all her life in this district. For 48 years she had resided at Luton, and for some years was a resident of Calton.  Mrs. Harrett was a member of the Baptist Church at Calton; also a member of the Woman’s Association and the Luton Women’s Institute. She leaves many friends to mourn her sudden demise.  Surviving are her husband; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Dennis Leeson, of Frome; two nephews, Roy and Ernie, of Frome; three nieces, Mrs. Hugh McDonald, Essex; Mrs. Norman Sparling, Forest; and Mrs. Martin McLeod, Tilbury.  The remains are resting at the Allen Funeral Home, Aylmer, until Thursday morning, April 18th, when they will be removed to her late residence, 4th concession Malahide, where the funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m.  Rev. Kennedy, of Luton, will be assisted by Rev. L. E. Mason, of the Aylmer Baptist church. Interment in the Aylmer cemetery.
2. Roland F. Harrett (son of William & Emeline)
born December 9, 1868 Malahide
died March 3, 1938 Malahide; age 69 yrs. 3 mos.; buried in Luton
married Sept. 25, 1889 Flora Bowen (dau of William & Lydia), in Malahide
born March 31, 1868; died 1962
Roland’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 10, 1938:
ROLAND F. HARRETT
Roland F. Harrett died very suddenly Thursday, March 3rd, at his home on the fifth concession of Malahide.  He had been suffering from heart trouble for the past three years, and after getting up and dressing on Thursday morning succumbed to a sudden heart attack.  He was in his 70th year and was born south of Luton, a son of the late Mr and Mrs William Harrett.  He had resided on the fifth concession nearly all his life and was highly respected in that district, where he was a very successful farmer.  Mr. Harrett was a member of the Summers Corner United Church.  Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Lorne Harrett, of Malahide, and one brother Arthur Harrett, of Luton.  The funeral took place from his late residence on Saturday, March 5, and was conducted by Rev. C. C. Strachan. During the service the Summers Corner choir sang “Abide With Me”. The pallbearers were Burnice Bowen, Stanley Bowen, Cecil Bowen, Harvey Marr, Harley Teeple, Harry Paupst, Russell Abell and Will Abell.  Among those in attendance were many friends from Aylmer, Sparta, Fort Erie, St. Thomas, Jaffa and Michigan.  Interment took place in the Luton cemetery.
children of Roland & Flora: Lorne
1.Lorne William Harrett
Born September 1, 1893 (birth registration says 1894)
died 1981; buried in Aylmer
married August 1917 Edna Louise Chalk (1893-1984)
3. William Welland Harrett (son of William & Emeline)
born June 18, 1873 Malahide
died March 5, 1937 Malahide; age 63 yrs. 8 mos. 14 days; buried in Luton
married 1. Dec. 25, 1900 Frances P. Hite (dau of William Hite & Mary Ann Walker)
born August 22, 1872
died March 23, 1919 Concession 4, Malahide
married 2.  Josephine Michael
William’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 11, 1937:
WILLIAM HARRETT MEMBER PIONEER FAMILY PASSES
Was in His Sixty-Fourth Year and Had Been in Failing Health For Some Time
William W. Harrett, well-known Malahide farmer of the Luton district, and a member of one of the township’s pioneer families, died on Friday evening, March 5th, at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mr and Mrs Harvey Marr, fourth concession.  His death followed an illness of two weeks and he was in his 64th year.  He was born south of Luton and had lived in that district all his life. He was twice married, his first wife, Frances Hite, predeceased him eighteen years ago, and fifteen years ago he married Josephine Michael, who survives him.  He was a son of the late Mr and Mrs William H. Harrett, of Luton.  He was a successful farmer, but was forced to retire from active work some few years ago, due to failing health.  Deceased was a Liberal, a member of the United Church at Luton, and will be missed by many friends.  Besides his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Harvey Marr, of Malahide; one son, Hugh Harrett, Malahide; two brothers, Arthur, of Luton; and Roland, 5th concession of Malahide. There are six grandchildren: Willis, Edna, Marion, Jean, Colin and Kenneth Marr.  The funeral took place from the residence of his daughter, on the 4th concession of Malahide, Monday, March 8th.  Rev. H. F. Kennedy officiated.  A solo, “Come Unto Me”, was sung by Mrs. Fred Dunn, and the hymn, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”, was sung by the many friends present. The pallbearers were Everett VanPatter, Earl Richardson, Sid Rainford, Herman Ralph, Fred Dunn and Willard Brown.  There were many floral tributes, and friends and relatives were present from St. Thomas, Straffordville, Detroit, Aylmer and Malahide.  Interment took place in the Luton cemetery.
Frances’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 27, 1919:
Luton mourns the loss of one of its best known residents in the person of Mrs. W. W. Harrett, who died on Sunday evening after a short illness following an operation a few weeks ago.  Deceased was beloved by all who knew her and her loss is keenly felt by the whole community, who extend their sympathy to the sorrowing family. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, Mr. Welland Harrett, and two children, Gladys and Hugh; one sister, Mrs. A. Oliphant, of Luton, and one brother, Mr. Franklin Hite, of Calton. The funeral services were held at the house, on Wednesday at two o’clock. Interment was made in the Luton cemetery.
children of William & Frances: Gladys, Hugh
1.Gladys Alberta Harrett (born Oct. 13, 1904; married May 21, 1925 Harvey A. Marr)
2.Hugh Harrett
4. Henry Willis Harrett (son of William & Emeline)
born June 18, 1873 Malahide (twin of William Welland)
died April 29, 1880, in his 7th year; buried in Luton
Families from lot 16:
GRIFFIN
John Griffin owned property in lot 16 from 1871 to 1893, followed by his widow Betsy from 1894 past 1900.  Obadiah Griffin is also listed on lot 16 from 1899, a merchant.
John is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 27); 1871 (Div. 2, page 23); 1881 (Div. 2, page 43) and 1891 (Div. 2, page 50).  John and his wife Betsy are buried in Calton cemetery.  He was a blacksmith.
John Griffin had lived in Southwold Township previous to moving to Malahide.  He is found there on the 1851 census (Div. 1, page 13).  Living next door, or in their household, is Rosanna Vanvelsor, born Nova Scotia, age 77, a widow.  She could be Betsy’s mother.  On the same page are Samuel Griffin, born Nova Scotia, age 52, and his wife Catherine, born Canada, age 52.  Information posted on Rootsweb indicates Samuel was John’s eldest brother.  Also on page 13 is an older couple: Obadiah Griffin, born United States, age 73, and his wife Hannah, born United States, age 70.
Obadiah Griffin died Dec. 1, 1870 in Southwold, age 93 yrs. 9 mos (born 1777); his wife Hannah died June 2, 1871 in Southwold, age 91 yrs. 2 mos. (Born 1780).
Obadiah’s death registration in 1909 states that his father John was born in Bertie Township (Welland County), and his mother Elizabeth Vanvelzor was born in Malahide.  Susan Hill’s death registration in 1930 states her father John Griffin was born in Shedden, Ontario.
Information found on this family on Rootsweb indicates that John Griffin, born ca 1817 in Southwold Township, was the son of Obadiah Griffin (born 1777 in Dutchess County, New York), and his wife Hannah McIntyre.  Obadiah and Hannah were married on May 4, 1797 in Digby, Nova Scotia.  Obadiah’s father was also named Obadiah, and was born 1743 in Dutchess County, New York.  His wife was Mary Moore.
Obadiah & Hannah had ten children, the eldest eight being born in Digby, Nova Scotia: Samuel (1799), Martha (1801), Elizabeth (1803, married Daniel Hubbard); Abraham (1805); Christiana (1807); James (1809); Dorinda (1811); Stephen (1813); Jacob (1815 Smithville, Ont.); and John (1817 Southwold).
John Griffin (son of Obadiah Griffin & Hannah McIntyre)
born ca 1818 Bertie Township, Welland Co., or Southwold Township, Elgin
died June 25, 1893 Malahide; age 75 years
married Elizabeth Ann (Betsy) Vanvelzor
born 1820 Malahide
died May 1, 1904 Malahide; age 84
Elizabeth’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 5, 1904:
On Sunday last May 1st, Elizabeth Ann, relict of the late John Griffin, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. B. Hill, at the advanced age of nearly 84 years.  Mrs. Griffin was born near Calton, and was one of the first white children born in this section and the first born in Malahide, north of the 1st concession.  Practically the whole of her life was spent in this section of country, and it was a life of usefulness and thoughtfulness for others which endeared to everyone who knew her.  She was a lifelong member of the Baptist church and as long as she was able and had the opportunity was an active worker in every good cause.  She was the last of a family of nine children all of whom lived to be over 80 years old.  She leaves two sons, Mr. O. Griffin, of Aylmer; John, of Toledo; and one daughter, Mrs. E. B. Hill, of Malahide.  Mrs. Jabez Cohoon was also a daughter.  The funeral took place on Tuesday last, services being conducted at the Mr. Salem church by the Rev. Ralph W. Trotter.
children of John & Betsy: Obediah, Sarah, Thomas, Susan
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1. Obediah Hubbard Griffin (son of John & Betsy)
born December 25, 1846
died October 11, 1909 Aylmer;  in his 63rd year; buried in Aylmer
married 1. Oct. 19, 1871  Rhoda E. Coutts (dau of John & Sarah Ann), in Southwold
Born ca 1848
died May 21, 1882
married 2.  May 1, 1885 Esther Ann Smuck (dau of Caleb & Eliza), in Luton
born 1864 Southwold Township
died 1952
children: William (born ca 1872); Charles (born ca 1880)
2. Sarah Ann Griffin (dau of John & Betsy)
born 1849 Southwold Township
died 1878
married May 10, 1870 Jabez Cohoon (son of Nathaniel & Amelia)
See Volume 2 of this series for more information
3. Thomas Griffin (son of John & Betsy)
born ca 1850 [is this John who lived in Toledo mentioned in his mother’ obituary?]
3. Susan Jane Griffin (dau of John & Betsy)
born February 5, 1859 Calton, Ont.
Died February 3, 1930 Luton, Malahide; buried in Luton
married Dec. 6, 1882 Eugene Benjamin Hill (son of Ambrose & Rebecca)
See Hill family in this Volume for further information
Families from lot 16:
LOCKER
Ambrose & Richard Locker owned property in lot 16 from 1882 past 1900.  Their father Thomas Locker owned 50 acres in the east part of lot 30, from 1869 to 1872.
Thomas is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 44), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 62).  Sons Richard & Ambrose are found in 1881 (Div. 2, page 47), and 1891 (Div. 2, page 36).  Richard’s widow Temperance is found in 1901 (Div. 3, page 10).
There is also a Thomas Locker in 1871 (Div. 2, page 32), age 28, with wife Sarah, age 24, and son Americus, age 3.  He died on January 28, 1872 in Malahide, leaving a will in which he names his mother Susan and wife Sarah Samantha.  His connection, if any, to the above Thomas is unknown.
Thomas Locker
born May 4, 1801 Ireland
died January 28, 1874 Malahide; age 73 yrs. 11 mos.
Married 1.  December 4, 1826 Elizabeth Wilson, in Pelham Twsp., Welland County
Married May 4, 1837 Hannah Hill (dau of Charles & Hope), in Welland County
born ca 1816 Bertie Township, Welland Co.
Died September 23, 1872 Malahide; age 64 yrs. 5 mos.
See also the Hill family chapter in this volume for more information on the following children of Thomas & Hannah.
Thomas & Hannah are buried in Luton cemetery.
Children: (1st marriage) – Anna, William, Levi, Elizabeth
children: (2nd marriage) – Richard, John, Charles, Ambrose, Rebecca, Walter
1.Anna Locker (dau of Thomas & Elizabeth)
Born August 16, 1827 Pelham Township
2.William Locker (son of Thomas & Elizabeth)
Born February 3, 1830 Pelham Township
3.Levi Locker (son of Thomas & Elizabeth)
Born October 2, 1832 Pelham Township
4.Elizabeth Locker (dau of Thomas & Elizabeth)
Born April 17, 1835 Pelham Township
5.Richard Locker (son of Thomas & Hannah)
born ca 1840 Malahide
died Dec. 10, 1900 Malahide, age 61; buried in Luton
Married Temperance Vanpatter (dau of John Vanpatter & Esther Clarke)
born ca 1845 Malahide
died Jan. 21, 1919 Malahide, age 73 yrs. 11 mos, 6 days
children: Ethel
1.Ethel Van Locker
Born July 3, 1882
Died 1961; buried in Luton
Married June 20, 1906  Ross Roy McConnell (1885-1971)
6.John Locker (son of Thomas & Hannah)
born ca 1842
died March 21, 1914 Con. 6, Malahide; buried in Luton
Married Sarah E. Vanpatter (dau of Abraham Vanpatter & Mary Kinsey)
Born ca 1845 Malahide
died Nov. 27, 1915, in her 70th year
John is found on the 1901 Yarmouth census, Div. 4, page 8.
7.Charles Locker (son of Thomas & Hannah)
 born January 20, 1844
married Dec. 26, 1870 Rebecca Minard (dau of Samuel Minard & Rebecca Moore)
Born April 22, 1846
Charles & Rebecca were married in Westminster Township, Middlesex County. She was living in Yarmouth at the time, while Charles was a resident of Caradoc Township, Middlesex County. They moved to Michigan where they are found on the 1880 census in Imlay, Lapeer County. Charles was a cabinet maker.  They had no children in 1880.  By 1900, they had moved to Duluth, Minnesota where Charles was an upholsterer.  That census indicates they immigrated to the United States in 1874.
8.Ambrose Locker (son of Thomas & Hannah)
born Sept. 4, 1848
died March 10, 1928, Malahide, age 79 yrs. 7 mos. 6 days;  buried in Luton
9.Rebecca Locker (dau of Thomas & Hannah)
Born ca 1849
Rebecca is found with Thomas & Hannah on the 1871 census, age 23.  She is not with them in 1861.
10.Walter Locker (son of Thomas & Hannah)
 died Aug. 5, 1852
Families from lot 17:
DONALDSON
John Donaldson owned 86 acres in the south half of lot 17 from 1878 to 1894.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 11); 1881 (Div. 2, page 61), and 1891 (Div. 2, page 51).
John, Sarah Jane and all four of their children are buried in Luton cemetery.  Their daughter Catherine O’Bryan’s obituary (see Volume 3) states she was born in Rockford, Norfolk County, and came to Malahide when a young girl. John & Sarah Jane’s death registrations state they died at lot 1, concession 6, Malahide. Their daughter Emma’s death registration states that Sarah Jane was also born in Scotland, but Sarah Jane’s own death registration says Walpole.
John Donaldson
born 1830 Scotland
died February 24, 1905 in his 76th year
married Sarah Jane Lemon
born ca 1837 Walpole Twsp., Haldimand Co., Ontario
died February 25, 1905, in her 69th year
John & Sarah’s obituary, who died one day apart,  appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 2, 1905:
We regret to have to report the death of Mr and Mrs John Donaldson, whose late residence was near Orwell. The circumstances in connection with the death of this respectable old couple are sad and somewhat peculiar.  Mr. Donaldson had been failing in health for about six months, but his wife had enjoyed her usual health until about ten days previous to her death when she suffered from a cold that settled upon her lungs. On Friday last she asked to be wheeled into the room occupied by her husband. This being done, she talked with her husband about several matters, finally bade him goodbye, saying that he would not live the day out and telling him that she would follow him within twenty-four hours.  Mr. Donaldson passed away that evening and Mrs. Donaldson, true to her prediction, followed him just twenty-three hours later.  Mr. Donaldson was in his 76th year, and Mrs. Donaldson was in the 69th year of her age. This old couple have lived in this section for twenty-seven years, their former home being Rockford, Norfolk County.  George Lemon, Aylmer, John G. Lemon, St. Thomas, are brothers of Mrs. Donaldson, and Mrs. Enoch Stafford, Waterford, is a sister. Mr and Mrs Donaldson are survived by two daughters, Mrs. O’Brien, of Aylmer, and Mrs. Peter Buck, of St. Thomas; and one son, Ralph, an officer in the North West Mounted Police, who is now in charge of the Steamship, Neptune, which is at present within the Arctic Circle, who in all probability will not learn of the loss of his parents for several months.  The double funeral took place on Tuesday to the Luton cemetery.
children of John & Sarah: Emma, Anna Catherine, Louie, Ralph Morton
1. Emma Donaldson (dau of John & Sarah Jane)
born October 3, 1863
died December 6, 1920 Lot 15, Con. 4, Malahide; buried in Luton
married Peter Buck
see Volume 2 of this series for more information
2. Anna Catherine Donaldson (dau of John & Sarah Jane)
born July 16, 1866 Rockford, Norfolk County, Ontario
died December 15, 1933 Aylmer; buried in Luton
married Thomas O’Bryan
see Volume 3 of this series for more information
3. Louie Donaldson (dau of John & Sarah Jane)
born ca 1870
died March 29, 1879, age 9 yrs. 3 days; buried in Luton
4. Ralph Morton Donaldson (son of John & Sarah Jane)
born ca 1879
died August 14, 1908, age 29
Ralph’s name is inscribed on his parents’ monument in Luton.  The inscription states that he drowned in Hudson Bay.  It is not known if he is actually buried in Luton.  From the information given in his obituary, it is possible his body was never recovered.  Note that his obituary is in error when it state he is survived by only one sister.  Another sister, Mrs. Thomas O’Bryan, also survived.
His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 4,1909:
News has been received of the death of Sergt. Donaldson of the N. W. Mounted Police at Fullerton, Hudson Bay. The unfortunate man met his fate in an encounter with a walrus.  It seems that the Sergeant, together with another soldier and an Indian interpreter, were going ashore in a small boat in order to pick up some walrus that they had shot, when a walrus attacked them and shoved a tusk through the dinghy.  They stopped the hole as well as possible with a jacket and pulled for shore. When hearing it, Donaldson said that he would swim and attempted to leave the boat, but in doing so upset it and threw the other men out also. The other two reached the shore, but Donaldson was never seen again and it is thought that he was pulled under by a walrus.  Deceased has been a member of the N. W. M. P. for several years and was a trusted officer.  Sergt. Donaldson was born and brought up just south of Orwell. His parents have been dead for some years, one sister alone surviving him, Mrs. Peter Buck, of St. Thomas.
Families from Lot 18:
McGUIGAN / McGUIGEN
Joseph McGuigan received a Crown Patent for 100 acres (south half) of lot 18 in 1871.  He had been living on the property as early as 1859.  He retained 50 acres of the lot until 1882, and sold the remaining 50 acres in 1889.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 21); 1871 (Div. 2, page 23), and 1881 (Div. 2, page 61). Living with them in1881 is Margaret’s widowed mother Catherine Lindsay.
Joseph McGuigan was the son of Abraham & Eliza McGuigan, and was born in New Brunswick.  He died in Aylmer in 1915. It appears that he and his wife Margaret Lindsay were separated or divorced  and she married again in Port Huron, Michigan.
Joseph McGuigan (son of Abraham & Eliza)
born September 1, 1826 New Brunswick
died February 25, 1915 Aylmer, age 89
married Jan. 12, 1859  Margaret Ann Lindsay (dau of Thomas Lindsay & Catherine Armstrong)
born ca January 11, 1841 Canada East
died
married 2.  January 24, 1898 John Hunter, in Port Huron, Michigan
Joseph’s death registration records his marital status as divorced.  He died at the age of 89 in 1915 in Aylmer.  It appears that Joseph lived in Michigan for a few years with his son Thomas, where he is found on the Detroit census in 1900 and 1910. He was visiting his daughter is Aylmer when he died.  His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 4, 1915:
Joseph McGuigan, who had almost reached his 90th birthday, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. S. K. Stewart, South St., on Thursday last, after a lingering illness.  Deceased was for many years a highly respected resident of Malahide, near Mt. Salem, but since giving up active work has made his home principally with his son, Thomas, Detroit, frequently visiting his daughter here. The funeral, which was private, took place from Mrs. Stewart’s residence on Sunday afternoon, the remains being laid to rest in Luton cemetery.
In the 1901 and 1911 Aylmer census, Margaret Hunter, a widow, is living with her son Arthur McGuigan. A death registration for Margaret cannot be found.
Children: Abram, Catherine, Thomas, Joseph, Elizabeth, James, Arthur, Rosa, Matilda, Margaret
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1.Abraham (Abram) McGuigen (son of Joseph & Margaret)
born November 9, 1859 Malahide Twsp.
died August 1941 London, Ontario
married November 6, 1883 Mary Ann Elliott (born August 7, 1856 England)
Abraham is found in the Malahide census: 1901 (Div. 1, page 10), and 1911 (Div. 12, page 2).
An undated clipping records the death of Abraham McGuigen:
Went From Port Bruce
Abraham McGuiggan, a resident of London, Ontario for the past 30 years, died Friday at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a short illness.  He was in his 83rd year.  Mr. McGuiggan when to London from Port Bruce.  He formerly resided at 648 York Street in London.  He is survivied by two daughters, Mrs. Frank Shingler and Mrs. William Forristal, both of London.
children of Abraham & Mary: Laura, Daisy May
1.Laura Ann McGuigen (dau of Abraham & Mary)
Born March 20, 1886 Malahide
married 1. Mar 19, 1901 Leroy Franklin (son of Nelson & Ellen)
Born ca 1874 Malahide; Died Jan 17, 1918 Port Bruce
Leroy was a fisherman. He died from pneumonia and is buried in Dunboyne cemetery.[no marker]
[Laura] married 2.  Oct. 4, 1920 Walter Frank Shingler, in London
children:
1.Ellis Franklin (December 25, 1901 -Jan. 6, 1902)
2.Viola May Franklin ( May 1, 1905 – March 6, 1912 Port Bruce)
3.Hazel Bell Franklin (Feb. 16, 1908 – )
4.Orland Bruce Franklin (April 1, 1913 -)
5.Eva Franklin (July 18, 1915 -)
2.Daisy May McGuigen (dau of Abraham & Mary)
born April 5, 1888
married May 2, 1912 William James Foster Forristal [Forestal]
James was a sailor, and captain of a boat.  Both he and Daisy were residing in Port Bruce at the time of marriage.  James was divorced.
children: Richard Stanley Forristal (born June 13, 1912)
2.Catherine McGuigan (dau of Joseph & Margaret)
born 1862; died April 5, 1877, age 15; buried in Luton Cemetery
3.Thomas McGuigan  (son of Joseph & Margaret)
Born November 2, 1866 / 1868 Ontario
married ca 1890 Clara Huntley (born August 17, 1869)
Thomas McGuigan is found in Michigan census records in Detroit for 1900 and 1910, and in 1920 in Highland Park, Wayne Co.  His widow is also found in Highland Park in 1930.  His father Joseph is living with him in 1900 and 1910. Thomas occupation in 1900 was a piano agent, in 1910 the proprietor of a piano store, and 1920 a retail music merchant. Census records indicate that he immigrated between 1889 and 1890. Children: Margaret Lucille, Maybelle
4.Joseph McGuigan (son of Joseph & Margaret)
Born January 1866 Malahide Twsp.
Died June 8, 1883 Malahide, age 17 years, 4 months. (drowned)
5.Victoria Elizabeth McGuigan (dau of Joseph & Margaret)
Born ca 1866; died December 1, 1894 Tuscola County, Michigan.
Married October 8, 1883 Elias McKim, in Aylmer
born 1858 Wolford Twsp., Ontario; died Dec. 31, 1918 Cass City, Tuscola Co.
Children: Cecile, Ora, Joseph, Eleanor
6.James McGuigan (son of Joseph & Margaret) (born April 29, 1870)
7.William Arthur Albert McGuigan (son of Joseph & Margaret)
born April 25, 1876 Malahide
married July 15, 1902 Bertha McConnell
born 1889 Sparta, Yarmouth Twsp., Elgin Co.; died January 1966 Tilbury, Ontario
Children: Kenneth
1.Kenneth McGuigan
Born December 8, 1902 Aylmer, Ont.(lived in Flushing, Michigan)
Arthur is living with his mother on the 1901 census in Aylmer.  On the 1911 census, he is also enumerated with her, but he states he his married.  His wife Bertha and son Kenneth are enumerated on the 1911 Aylmer census in the household of her parents, Robert & Amy McConnell.
8.Rosa (Rosella) May McGuigan (dau of Joseph & Margaret)
born September 25, 1879 [or Sept. 27, 1880)
Married Nov. 2, 1900 Samuel Wallace Walker
born April 15, 1871 Norwich, Ontario; died Nov. 9, 1923 Norwich, Ontario
Rosa & Samuel are living with her mother Margaret Hunter and brother Arthur McGuigan on the 1901 Aylmer census.  It appears they separated prior to 1911, as Rosa is found in the 1911 Aylmer census with a second husband, Samuel K. Stewart.
Children: Marguerite, Fred
1.Elizabeth Marguerite Walker (dau of Rosa & Samuel)
Born August 19, 1902 Aylmer; Died June 5, 1921 London, Ontario
2.Fred Walker (son of Rosa & Samuel)
Born August 30, 1903 Aylmer
9.Matilda McGuigan (dau of Joseph & Margaret)
born August 8, 1873 Malahide; died August 26, 1873 Malahide, age 18 days
10.Margaret McGuigan (dau of Joseph & Margaret)
born April 1, 1884 Malahide; died April 11, 1884 Malahide, age 11 days
Families from lot 18:
TYRRELL
Orrin H. Tyrrell owned 100 acres in lot 18 (north half) prior to 1866.  William P. Tyrrell owned 99 acres from 1866 to 1877.
O. H. Tyrrell is found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 43), with wife Nancy.  Immediately below them is Lyman Tyrrell with wife and family, probably O. H.’s son.  William P. Tyrrell is found in 1861 (page 43), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 43).  Living with William in 1871 is Nancy, age 78, probably his mother. The only Tyrrell found in 1881 is Lyman (Div. 2, page 41).
Orrin H. Tyrrell and his wife Nancy are buried in Luton cemetery.  Also buried there are several infant children of William & Catherine, as well as one child of Lyman & Jane.
The 1861 census describes Orrin Tyrrell as a country merchant, while Lyman is postmaster.  In both 1871 and 1881, Lyman’s occupation is merchant / store keeper.  National Archives of Canada records show that Lyman R. Tyrrell was postmaster at Luton from August 1, 1857 till his resignation on March 7, 1887.
Orrin’s death registration gives his occupation as an Episcopal Methodist minister, as does the inscription on his tombstone – “Rev.”.  Information posted on Rootsweb gives Orrin’s parents names as Joel Tyrrell and Mary Hinman (or Inman).
Orrin H. Tyrrell (Rev.)
Born ca 1798 West Bloomfield, Genesee County,  New York
died May 27, 1870 Malahide; age 71 yrs. 7 mos. 17 days
married Nancy _______
born 1793 Connecticut
died August 12, 1874 Malahide; age 81 yrs. 9 mos. 12 days
children: William, Lyman
1. William Peet Tyrrell (son of Orrin & Nancy)
born ca 1826 Ontario
died April 8, 1891 Tyre, Huron County, Michigan
married December 13, 1854 Catherine B. Chute (dau of Abell Chute & Sophia Potter)
Born March 17, 1830 Nova Scotia
children: Wallace, Lionel, Eliza, Wm., Albert, Alice, Edgar, Alvaretta,  Ida May, Ulysses
1.Wallace Tyrrell (son of William & Catherine) (Born ca 1854)
2.Lionel Potter Tyrrell (son of William & Catherine)
born Aug. 23, 1857; died Jan.16, 1867; age 9 yrs. 4 mos. 24 days; buried in Luton
3.Eliza Catherine Tyrrell (dau of William & Catherine)
born ca 1856; died July 19, 1858, age 2 yrs. 9 mos. 18 days; buried in Luton
4.William Herbert Tyrrell (son of William & Catherine) (born March 17, 1860)
5.Albert Edward Tyrrell (son of William & Catherine) (born January 11, 1862)
6.Alice Minetta Tyrrell (dau of William & Catherine)
born Oct. 11, 1863; died Dec. 6, 1864; age 1 yr. 1 mo. 25 days; buried in Luton
7.Edgar Harding Tyrrell (son of William & Catherine) (born August 28, 1865)
8.Alvaretta Elis Tyrrell (dau of William & Catherine) (born April 14, 1867)
9.Ida May Tyrrell (dau of William & Catherine)
born October 4, 1868; married Oct. 26, 1887 William Conner
10.Ulysses S. Grant Tyrrell (son of William & Catherine)
born 1874; died July 22, 1874; age 7 mos. 8 days; buried in Luton
2. Lyman R. Tyrrell (son of Orrin & Nancy)
born ca 1833 Ontario
died 1906 Blaine, Michigan
married Jane _________
born ca 1832 Ireland
Lyman’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 8, 1906:
The many friends of Mr. Lyman R. Tyrrell, Blaine, Michigan, formerly of Luton, Ont., will regret to hear of his sudden demise, which occurred on Tuesday morning of paralysis of the brain.  He leaves to mourn his loss three daughters, Mrs. A. L. Kilmer, St. Thomas,Ont; Mrs. Frank Bothwell, Blaine, Mich.; and Idella at home.  The funeral takes place Feb. 8th, to Lakeport cemetery.  He was a member of Aylmer Lodge, A.O.U.W.
children: Mary, Ella, Alice, Aramantha, Idella
1.Mary Tyrrell (born ca 1859)
2.Ella M. Tyrrell
born 1861
died December 19, 1876, age 15 yrs. 6 mos. 8 days; buried in Luton
3.Alice Tyrrell (born ca 1862)
4.Aramantha Tyrrell (born ca 1865)
5.Idella Tyrrell (born ca 1868)
Families from lot 19:
KITCHEN
William G. Kitchen owned 100 acres (north half) in lot 19 from 1854 to 1863; and 25 acres in the south half from 1856 to 1863.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 43); 1871 (Div. 3, page 64), and his widow Ann in 1881 (Div. 1, page 28). Two of their unmarried children (Henry & Harriet) are found in 1891 (Div. 1, page 3).  William and Ann are buried in Luton cemetery.
According to their death registrations, Henry and Harriet are also buried in Luton, but there is no marker for them. Conflicting information is found on the death registrations for daughters Elizabeth Hankinson and Harriet Kitchen.  Both records state their father’s name was John Kitchen.  Harriet’s death registration gives her mother’s maiden name as Ann Johnson.
William G. Kitchen
born ca 1814 Dumfries [?], Ontario; died April 28, 1875 Malahide; age 60 yrs. 10 mos. 23 days
married Ann Johnson
born ca 1812 Ontario; died October 23, 1887 Malahide; age 75 yrs. 11 mos. 1 day
children: Elizabeth, Henry, Harriet
1. Elizabeth Kitchen (dau of William & Ann)
born February 16, 1840 Dumfries, Brant Co., Ontario; died February 12, 1910 Malahide
married John Hankinson
Elizabeth’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 17, 1910:
We regret very much having to report this week the death of Mrs. John Hankinson which occurred at her home on the 1st concession on Saturday last, after an illness which confined her to her bed for about three weeks.  Deceased was in her 70th year, and was born in the county of Brant, but moved to this section when quite young and had lived here ever since.  She has been a consistent member of the Methodist church for many years, and no better mother, neighbour and friend ever lived.  One son and one daughter are left, Leonard, at home, and Mrs. Thos. Cameron, of McWilliam, Ont.  Mr. Henry Kitchen and Miss Harriet Kitchen, of Malahide, are brother and sister of deceased.  The funeral took place on Monday, services being held at the house and interment in the Aylmer cemetery.
children of Elizabeth & John: Clara B., Leonard
1.Clara B. Hankinson
born ca 1874 Malahide; married Nov. 15, 1899 Thomas W. Cameron, in Malahide
2.Leonard D. Hankinson
born ca 1870; married May 11, 1910 Olivia Louisa Hambly, in Malahide
2. Henry Kitchen (son of William & Ann)
born ca 1842 Dumfries, Brant Co.,Ontario
died August 14, 1918 Con. 1, Malahide; age 66 yrs. 11 mos. 3 days
not married
Henry’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 15, 1918:
The death of Henry Kitchen, a respected resident of Malahide for many years occurred at Grovesend on Wednesday, after a lingering illness of some four or five months.  The funeral will take place this afternoon (Thursday) from the residence of his nephew, Leonard Hankinson, 1st concession Malahide, at 2 o’clock.  Interment will be made in the Luton cemetery.
3. Harriet Kitchen (dau of William & Ann)
born May 20, 1848 Dumfries, Brant Co., Ontario
died August 31, 1921 Southwold Township, Elgin Co., age 73 yrs. 8 mos
Families from Lot 20:
BENNER
John Benner received a Crown Patent in 1848 for the north half of lot 20 (100 acres).  The property was owned by John Benner Jr., from 1851 past 1900.  John Benner Jr. also purchased 25 acres in the south half of lot 20 in 1857, which he owned past 1900.
The 1842 Malahide census shows John Benner, born USA, on lot 22, concession 5.  That census records he has been in the province 42 years.
The Benner family is found in Malahide census records, as follows:
1861:  John  Sr. (page 39); sons  Frederick, Leander; Augustus (page 39).  John Benner Jr. (page 43)
1871: Jacob (Div. 2, page 39); Augustus (Div. 2, page 40); John (Div. 2, page 42), and Frederick (Div. 2, page 58)
In 1881: Jacob (Div. 2, page 65); Augustus (Div. 2, page 31); John (Div. 2, page 12), and Frederick (Div. 2, page 20)
In 1891: Jacob (Div. 2, page 30); Augustus (Div. 2, page 32); John (Div. 2, page 33), and Frederick (Div. 2, page 32).
Family researchers state that John Benner fought in the battles of Queenston, Fort Erie, Black Rock and Lundy’s Lane in the War of 1812.  He served in the 3rd Regiment of the Lincoln Militia.  His wife Dorothy, was the daughter of John House, who was a United Empire Loyalist.  Her mother was Christiana Anger, daughter of Frederick Anger, also a United Empire Loyalist.  The House family had settled in Bertie Township, Welland County after the American Revolution, and because her father was a Loyalist, Dorothy received a grant of land in Malahide Township at lot 22, concession 5.  According to the obituary of her daughter Christiann Cascadden, John & Dorothy Benner came to Malahide township in 1817.
John & Dorothy Benner are buried in Burdick cemetery.
John Benner
born November 19, 1789 Ontario, or Rhinebeck, Dutchess Co., NY
died March 8, 1865 Malahide; age 75 yrs. 3 mos. 17 days
married Dorothy House (dau of John House & Christiana Anger)
born June 21, 1791 Ontario
died May 19, 1863 Malahide; age 72 yrs. 11 mos.
children: Margaret, Christiana, Catherine, George, John, Mary, Ann, Augustus, Leander, Jacob, Frederick
1. Margaret Benner (dau of John & Dorothy)
born March 25, 1813 Bertie Twsp., Welland Co.
died January 11, 1893 Malahide; buried in Burdick cemetery
married Sept. 17, 1832 Thomas Matthews, in Malahide
Margaret’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 12, 1893:
Mrs. Margaret Matthews, whose illness we mentioned in last week’s issue, passed quietly away to her reward yesterday, at the home of her brother, Mr. J. Benner.  She was one of the oldest of the citizens of this section, having been born in Malahide, and lived in this section all her life.  By her many kind acts, and pure Christian life, she has left an impression for good behind her which will be felt for some time. She was in her eightieth year and leaves two sons, Mr. Jas. Matthews, of Detroit, and Thomas, of Inwood, and four daughters, Mrs. L. Anger and Mrs. Geo. Johnson, of Aylmer; Mrs. John Moore and Mrs. Elliott, of Au Gress, Mich.  The funeral takes place from Mr. John Benner’s on Friday at 1 o’clock, and her last resting place will be in the Burdick cemetery.
Children: James, Thomas, Catherine, Alice, Mercy, another daughter (next page)
1.James N. Matthews (born ca 1836); married Jan. 16, 1860 Mary McDonald
2.Thomas H. Matthews (born ca 1854); married Mar. 4, 1876 Sarah Cascadden
3.Catharine Esther Matthews (Feb. 7, 1840 – August 27, 1937, in her 98th year)
Married August 9, 1863 Leonard Anger (1839 – 1924)
Catherine’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 2, 1937:
AYLMER’S OLDEST CITIZEN MRS. CATHERINE ANGER WAS 97
Aylmer’s Oldest Citizen Passes.  Came to Aylmer 62 Years Ago
Catherine Esther Anger, Aylmer’s oldest citizen, died on Friday morning, August 27th, at the home of her son, Councillor James L. Anger, Water street, in her 98th year. She had enjoyed very good health until six months ago.  Mrs. Anger was born on February 7th, 1840 in Westminster township and as a young girl resided in Houghton township. She came to Aylmer 62 years ago, when it was but a small village, with no improvements whatever, not even sidewalks on many streets, and has resided here continuously ever since. She was a daughter of Thomas and Margaret Matthews and was the last of a family of eight children.  Her parents were U. E. Loyalists and were among the early pioneers of this district. Deceased was an active member of the former Methodist church for many years and later the United Church.  She was a woman of sterling Christian character, loved and respected by the whole community. Since the death of her husband, Leonard Anger, 13 years ago, she made her home with her son, James L. Anger and Mrs. Anger, where she was given every care. Another son, Alvah Anger, of Bayham, died 23 years ago. Besides her son, she is survived by 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  The funeral was held on Monday afternoon at the Atkinson Funeral Home and was largely attended. Rev. W. D. Stenlake of St. Paul’s United Church had charge and during the service a favourite solo, “God’s Tomorrow” was sung. The pallbearers were Walter Holland, Wm. H. McGregor, Capt. Edward Johnson, Fred W. Kaiser, Frank Kent and James Martin.  There was a great profusion of flowers and the flower bearers were Norman Derrough, Eugene Anger, Arthur Freeman, Wm. Frey, John Hall, C. Matthews, S. Matthews, H. L. Charlton, Chas. Brooks, T. L. Barnecott, Roy M. Morris and Ern. Millard. The flowers included: “wreath – Mother”;  “Spray – Grandmother”; Ena and Norman Derrough; spray, Eugene, Florence and children; wreaths, baskets and sprays from Mrs. Gundry, Mrs. Lowe, Mr and Mrs John Wilson, Mr and Mrs W. H. McGregor, Violet and Hetty Benner, Vera and John Hall, Woman’s Association, St. Paul’s Church; Mr and Mrs Elston Johnson; neighbours; Alta Shepherd, Mr and Mrs Walter Holland, Aylmer Town Council, Mr and Mrs H. L. Charlton, St. Paul’s United Church, Mr and Mrs F. W. Kaiser, Mr and Mrs H. Taylor, Elwyn and Ida Kennedy, Mr and Mrs Jas. Martin, Mrs. Maginnis, Mrs. F. Peters, Mrs. H. Benson, Nairn Bradley, Malahide Lodge 140 A.F. & A.M.; Gleaners Class St. Paul’s Sunday school; Mrs. Bowlby, Nancy Anger, great grandchildren, H. Ryckman, Mrs. Zavitz and Mrs. Clarke, Mrs. Brown and others.  Relatives attending from a distance were Mrs. (Capt.) Dorin Elliott and Capt. Frank Elliott, of St. Clair, Mich.; Mr and Mrs J. Hall, Mr and Mrs. C. Matthews, Mr and Mrs. S. Matthews and Mr. E. B. Kennedy, Detroit; Mr and Mrs J. A. Matthews, Traverse City, Mich.; Mr  and Mrs. Hopgood, Kingsmill; Mr and Mrs Art Freeman, Wm. Frey and Miss L. Anger, St. Thomas, and others from Aylmer and the surrounding district.  Interment took place in the family plot in Aylmer cemetery.
Another lengthy article on Catherine’s life appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 14, 1935.
4.Alice Matthews (dau of Margaret & Thomas) (1842 – May 26, 1931; in her 90th year)
Married May 28, 1860 George H. Johnson (1834 – 1914)
Alice’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 28, 1931:
DEATH OF ALICE M. JOHNSON IN HER 90TH YEAR
Resident of Aylmer and Vicinity for Seventy Years
Alice M. Johnson, well known resident of Aylmer and vicinity for more than seventy years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Brown, Sydenham street west, early Tuesday morning, May 26th, after an illness of some months. She was in her 90th year and was born in Westminster township, where she spent her girlhood. She was married to the late George H. Johnson in Bayham township, and came to Aylmer when but a young woman, where she has resided ever since.  Her husband predeceased her in 1914.  The late Mrs. Johnson was a member of St. Paul’s United Church. She is survived by three daughters: Mrs. Mahlon Matthews, of Edmonton, Alberta; Mrs. Ella Bassett and Mrs. Charles Brown, of Aylmer. Another daughter, Miss Alma Johnson predeceased her mother some thirty years ago. Two sisters and one brother also survive: Mrs. Leonard Anger, of Aylmer; Mrs. John Moore, of Winnipeg, and Thomas K. Matthews, of Essex. The funeral will be held on Thursday (today) at 3:30 p.m. at the residence of Mrs. Brown, Sydenham street, and will be in charge of Rev. Waldemar Williams.  Interment will take place in the family plot in the Aylmer cemetery.  Please omit flowers.
5.Mercy Matthews (dau of Margaret & Thomas) (married Oct. 23, 1866 John Moore)
6.Daughter (of Margaret & Thomas)  (Mrs. Elliott)
2. Christiana Benner (dau of John & Dorothy)
born Nov. 3, 1814 Bertie Twsp., Welland Co.; died Feb. 1, 1897 Malahide; buried in Burdick
married Dec. 17, 1833 William H. Cascadden
Christiana’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 11, 1897:
Mrs. Cristian Cascadden, beloved wife of W. H. Cascadden, whose death was reported in our last issue, was a daughter of the late Captain John Benner, of Malahide. She was in her 84th year, and never lived more than five miles distant from Aylmer in all that time.  Her long life was spent in ministering to the wants of those in sickness or distress, and her memory will be held sacred by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance.  She leaves an aged husband and a family of eight to mourn the loss of a faithful wife and a kind, indulgent mother. They are Mrs. Marsh, Sparta; George, of Michigan; Augustus of Springfield; John William, of Luton; Lee, of Aylmer; Mrs. Sarah Spore, of Belmont; Charles, who lives on the homestead; and Mrs. J. R. Morewood, of Alvinston.  Four brothers, John Benner, Augustus Benner, Leander Benner, Jacob Benner and Fred Benner, all of Malahide; and one sister, Mrs. Mary Deacon, London, also survive deceased.
Children of Christiana & William: Mary, Elizabeth, George, Augustus, Hannah, John, Leander, Susannah, David, Sarah, Charles, Christian
1.Mary Catherine Cascadden (May 7, 1836 – Jan. 4, 1913 in St. Thomas)
Married Nelson Marsh
2.Elizabeth Cascadden (died Sept. 2, 1842, age 4 yrs. 5 mos. 17 days)
3.George E. Cascadden (born ca 1839)
Married Nov. 28, 1866 Sarah Pynes
4.Augustus Cascadden (1842 – 1917; buried in Burdick cemetery)
Married Apr. 6, 1869 Phoebe Anger (dau of George & Phoebe)
5.Hannah E. Cascadden (born ca 1843)
6.John William Cascadden (born March 1, 1846)
Died January 14, 1929 Yarmouth; age 82 yrs. 10 mos. 14 days; buried Aylmer
7.Leander (Lee) Cascadden (June 24, 1848 – May 8, 1935 in Detroit; buried Aylmer)
Married Jan. 3, 1871 Mary Minerva Baker
8.Susannah Cascadden (born ca 1849)
9.David Cascadden (born ca 1852)
10.Sarah D. Cascadden (born ca 1854; died March 1909 in Cleveland)
Married April 16, 1883 Melville E. Spore
11.Charles A. Cascadden (Jan. 5, 1857 – Aug. 14, 1933; buried Burdick cemetery)
Married Polly E. _____(1862 – 1952)
12.Christian Cascadden (born ca 1858; died Oct. 31, 1909 Lambton Co.)
Married Oct. 15, 1889 John R. Morwood, in Malahide
3. Catherine Benner (dau of John & Dorothy)
born April 6, 1817
Died May 10, 1893 Ridgetown, Kent County
married Jan. 28, 1841 Zenas Kinsey, in Malahide
4. George W. Benner (son of John & Dorothy)
born May 14, 1819
died July 1892 Michigan
married Feb. 7, 1843 Elizabeth Huffman, in Fort Erie
5. John Benner (son of John & Dorothy)
born June 7, 1821 Malahide
died July 26, 1900 Malahide; buried in Luton cemetery
married Eliza Pound
born 1831
died October 23, 1900, in her 70th year
John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, August 2, 1900:
Uncle John Benner, as he was familiarly known to many of our readers, died at his home on the 4th concession of Malahide on Thursday last, after an illness extending over many months, caused by a tumour of a cancerous nature.  He was in his 80th year and was born and lived in Malahide all his life, residing on the farm where he died for over 50 years.  He was of a pleasant and happy disposition, and seldom came to town without dropping into the Express office to discuss the news of the day. Honourable and fair in all his business dealings, he will be missed by a large circle of friends.  He leaves a widow and three children, Thos. W., of Malahide; Miss Violet, of Grand Rapids, Mich.; and Miss Hetta, at home.  Funeral services were held at the Luton church, on Sunday at 2 o’clock, conducted by Revs. Veale, of Springfield, and Staples, of Malahide.
Children of John & Eliza: Thomas, Violet, Hetty
1.Thomas Ward Benner (son of John & Eliza)
Born July 6, 1853 Malahide
died Oct. 26, 1927 Malahide; buried in Luton
married Dec. 7, 1881 Mary Catherine Woolley (dau of Nelson & Martha)
Born 1863; died 1939
Thomas’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 3, 1927:
THOMAS W. BENNER
After a lingering illness of several years, Thomas Ward Benner died at his home Talbot street east, Malahide, on Wednesday, October 26th, in his 75th year. He was the son of the late John Benner and his wife Eliza Pound, pioneers of this district, and had spent his entire life in Malahide, having been born about a half-mile from his late home.  Mr. Benner was always keenly interested in the welfare of the community and for many years gave his services as a member of the township council, the telephone company and as church and school trustee.  The funeral service on Saturday was conducted by Rev. A. Boa, of Richmond United Church, assisted by Rev. Mr. Watts, of Springfield, and a quartette from Richmond United Church sang several hymns very beautifully. The esteem in which Mr. Benner was held was manifest by the numerous and beautiful floral offerings and the large number of friends and neighbours who came to pay their last token of respect to an old friend and neighbour.  Relatives and friends were present from Winnipeg, Detroit, Windsor, Kingsville, Parry Sound, London and other points.  Near the termination of the Great War, Mr. Benner suffered the loss of his son, Murray, who was killed in action in September 1918.  From the shock of his death he never fully recovered.  Besides his widow, who was formerly Mary C. Woolley, he is survived by four sons, Dr. Frank A. Benner, of Winnipeg; Fred, of Parry Sound, and Ward and Arthur at home; also two sisters, Misses Violet and Hetty Benner, of Aylmer, all of whom were present at the funeral services and at the burial which took place in the family plot at Luton. The pallbearers were his four sons and Everett VanPatter and William F. Pound.
Children of Thomas & Mary:
1.Fred Nelson Benner (born Dev. 24, 1886; died 1966)
2.Richard Ward Benner (born Dec. 25, 1889)
3.Murray J. Benner (born July 31, 1892; killed in action 1918)
4.Arthur V. Benner (born March 14, 1897)
children of John Benner & Eliza Pound, continued:
2.E. Violet Benner, R.N. (dau of John & Eliza) (1863-1962); buried in Luton
3.Hetty Benner (dau of John & Eliza) (1867-1951); buried in Luton
6. Mary Benner (dau of John & Dorothy)
born May 7, 1823 Malahide
died April 17, 1901 at 95 Bruce Street, London
married June 7, 1843 Daniel Deacon, in Malahide
Daniel & Mary were living on the south half of lot 23, concession 9, South Dorchester township in 1851. They are also found on the census in that township in 1861 (Div. 1, page 16), and 1871 (Div. 2, page 21).  Daniel & Mary are buried in Woodland Cemetery, London
Children: John, Job, George, Ann Delila, Catharine, Louisa, Margaret
7. Ann Delilah Benner (dau of John & Dorothy)
born September 8, 1825 Malahide
died September 4, 1848; age 22 yrs. 11 mos. 21 days;  buried in Burdick cemetery
8. Augustus Benner (son of John & Dorothy)
born August 31, 1827 Malahide
died May 13, 1897 Malahide; buried in Luton
married 1.  Mary Eleanor
born 1836
died June 1, 1859; age 23 yrs. 7 mos. 16 days; buried in Luton
married 2.  July 29, 1862 Sarah Belcher, in Bayham
born 1836
died March 24, 1898, in her 63rd year
Augustus is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 39, a widower); 1871 (Div. 2, page 40); 1881 (Div. 2, page 31), and 1891 (Div. 2, page 32).
Augustus’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 20, 1897:
Mr. Augustus Benner, a highly esteemed resident of the fifth concession, Malahide, passed over to the silent majority on Thursday last in the 70th year of his age.  Deceased was in town only a very few days previous in fair health, and his death was therefore quite unexpected. The funeral took place on Sunday and was largely attended by sympathetic friends.
Children: Lewis, John, Christie, Millie Ann
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1.Lewis Henry Benner (born ca 1857) (living in Dakota, US at time of marriage)
Married May 18, 1886 Olive Cascadden, in Malahide (dau of Thomas T. & Mary)
2.John W. Benner (born 1862; died Apr. 8, 1939) (married Elsie J. Smith)
John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 13, 1939:
JOHN W. BENNER
John W. Benner, a resident of Aylmer for more than thirty years, died at his home, Talbot street east, on Saturday evening, April 8th, following an illness of about three weeks. He was in his 76th year, and was born in Malahide, being a son of the late Mr and Mrs Augusta Benner.  He farmed at Kingsmill and Mt. Salem for a number of years. He was a carpenter by trade and for a number of years was employed by the Canadian Canners here. Deceased was a member of the Baptist church and was highly respected in this community.  Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons and one daughter:  Wilbert, of Grand Rapids, Mich; Bruce, of Aylmer, and Mrs. Joseph Keillor, of Aylmer; one brother Lewis Benner, of Kingsville, and one sister, Mrs. John Sturk, of Mt. Salem.  The funeral was held from the late residence on Tuesday, and was private.  Rev. L. E. Mason had charge and there were many beautiful floral tributes from friends and relatives.  Pallbearers were Gordon Garton, Fred Sealey, Ernest Lee, George Mitchell, Leslie High and Willard Bowen.  Relatives and friends were present from Grand Rapids, Mich., Leamington, Petrolia, Kingsmill and Aylmer. Interment was in Aylmer cemetery.
Children of Augustus, continued:
3.Christie Benner (born ca 1864)
4.Millie Ann Benner (born ca 1865)
Married Jan. 27, 1892 John Edmund Sturk (son of Lawrence & Margaret)
9. Leander Benner (son of John & Dorothy)
born July 30, 1829 Malahide
died December 28, 1904 Vienna, Ont.
Married 1. Julia Anger
born 1832
died October 7, 1881; age 49 yrs. 6 days; buried in Burdick cemetery
married 2.  May 3, 1882 Sarah Vanbuskirk McCurdy, in Springford, Oxford Co.
married 3.  Oct. 16, 1895 Margaret Thornwaite Pressey (dau of John & Sarah Thornwaite)
(Widow of George Pressey; she died in 1921 and is buried in Calton)
Leander’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 5, 1905:
Mr. Leander Benner passed away at his home in Vienna on Thursday last in his 76th year.  Deceased was born in the township of Malahide and had resided in this section all his life and for over 50 years was a member of the Methodist church.  A few weeks ago he was taken down with a stroke of paralysis from which he never recovered. Mr. Benner was a member of one of the oldest families in this section of which only two brothers, Messrs. Frederick and Jacob, remain.  Deceased leaves a wife and one son, Alonzo, of Aylmer.  The interment took place on Sunday at Burdick’s cemetery and was attended by a large number of friends and relatives.
Children: Alonzo, Willard, Esther
1.Alonzo L. Benner (son of Leander & Julia)
Born February 23, 1860; died 1946 Malahide
married 1. March 2, 1887 Marna Benner (dau of Frederick & Ellen), in Aylmer
married 2.  May 1907 Claribel Martin Cornelius (dau of D.F. Martin)
Married 3. Jan. 21, 1919 Mary Schran (dau of John & Rosella), in Paris, Ont.
Children: Minnie L. (dau of Alonzo & Marna), born Jan. 28, 1892 in Aylmer
Alonzo was living in Middleton Twsp., Norfolk Co., at the time of his third marriage to Mary.  His obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 7, 1946:
ALONZO BENNER SUCCUMBS IN LONDON
Bayham Native Lived Many Years in Malahide
Alonzo L. Benner passed away in his 90th year in a London hospital last Wednesday.  Born in the Township of Bayham, a son of the late Leander and Julia Benner.  A carpenter by trade, he lived most of his life in the Township of Malahide, where he was organist of the Corinth Methodist church for ten years.  Surviving him are two first cousins, Lewis E. Benner, of Aylmer, and Charles Cascadden, of Springfield. There are numerous other cousins. The funeral was held from the Shaw Funeral Home, Springfield, on Saturday afternoon, at 1:15 o’clock, with Rev. J. T. White in charge.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
2.Willard Benner (son of Leander & Julia)
Born ca 1874 Bayham; married Jan. 1, 1918 Capitola Bradley
3.Esther Catherine Benner (dau of Leander & Julia)
Born 1853; died Nov. 24, 1881; buried in Burdick cemetery
married Orvel Zavitz (1854-1943)
10. Jacob Israel Benner (son of John & Dorothy)
born November 18, 1832 Malahide
died September 14, 1911 Malahide; buried in Luton
married 1.  August 24, 1858 Mary E. Johnson, in Malahide
born ca 1838; died July 9, 1869 Malahide, age 31 yrs. 1 mo. 29 days
married 2.  Susannah Tribe
born ca 1843; died March 12, 1934, in her 91st year
Jacob and his first wife Mary farmed on lot 26, concession 4, and had formerly belonged to her parents Richard Johnson & Mary Nighton.
Jacob’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, September 21, 1911:
On Thursday evening last, death claimed another old and highly esteemed resident of Malahide, in the person of Mr. Jacob I. Benner.  He has been failing for some time, but not until a couple of days before his death, was he taken seriously ill.  Deceased was born and raised in the 5th concession of Malahide, and spent all his long life of over 78 years here.  He had many friends, in fact, he had nothing but friends, among the host of people who knew him, and no finer man, nor better neighbour ever lived.  He was a consistent member of the Methodist church for many years, and a staunch Conservative in politics.  Besides his sorrowing wife, he leaves three daughters, Mrs. W. Z. Hawley, Mrs. B. Bearss, of Malahide, Mrs. J. A. Pressey, of Yarmouth; and four sons: Walter, Clinton and Wesley, of Malahide; and Sherman of Yarmouth.  One brother, Mr. Fred Benner, of Malahide also survives him. Funeral services were held in Luton church, on Sunday afternoon last, Rev. A. E. Doan preaching a splendid sermon to an exceptionally large gathering of friends and neighbours.  The floral offerings were beautiful. The interment took place at the Luton cemetery.
Children: (1st marriage) – Minerva, Christiann, Sarah, Mary, Jacob, Sherman
children: (2nd marriage) – John, Walter, Amy
1.Minerva Jane Benner (dau of Jacob & Mary)
Born April 23, 1859 Malahide
died May 7, 1945 Elgin County
married 1.  Dec. 22, 1875 William Zedoc Hawley
married 2.  Thomas Lowe
2.Christiann Benner (dau of Jacob & Mary)
Born May 11, 1860 Malahide
died September 29, 1910 Michigan
married Ernest M. Campbell
children of Jacob Benner, continued:
3.Sarah Olive Benner (dau of Jacob & Mary)
Born August 12, 1861 Malahide
died August 12, 1947 Yarmouth Township
married Feb. 1, 1893 Burton Wilson Bearss
4.Mary Temperance Benner (dau of Jacob & Mary)
Born July 17, 1863 Malahide
died December 14, 1957 Yarmouth Township
married Sept. 12, 1883 John Americus Pressey
5.Jacob Wesley Benner (son of Jacob & Mary)
Born July 8, 1865 Malahide
died June 12, 1951 Elgin County
married Oct. 10, 1888 Ella May Pressey
6.Sherman Benner (son of Jacob & Mary)
Born 1869 Malahide
died Michigan; buried in Elgin County
married Mamie _______
7.John Clinton Benner (son of Jacob & Susannah)
Born June 17, 1871 Malahide
died Sept. 9, 1949 Malahide; buried in Luton
married Oct. 25, 1893 Mary L. Day (1869 – 1944)
Children: Clinton Ian (died Oct. 6, 1898, age 5 mos. 3 days)
8.Walter Benner (son of Jacob & Susannah)
Born July 10, 1875 Malahide
Died July 20, 1958 Malahide
Married 1.  Dec. 30, 1903 Alice Sears (1876 – 1945)
married 2.  Mabel Shipman
9.Amy Louise Benner (dau of Jacob & Susannah)
Born July 26, 1879 Malahide
died Oct. 18, 1905 Malahide
married Dec. 26, 1900 Robert Irwin Herries
11. Frederick House Benner (son of John & Dorothy)
born October 3, 1836 Malahide
died March 13, 1930; buried in Luton
married 1.  September 20, 1856 Helen (Ellen) Anger, in Malahide
born1838
died May 5, 1896, age 58 yrs. 7 mos. 23 days
married 2.  Sarah Anger
born March 23, 1846
died 1937
Frederick is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 39); 1871 (Div. 2, page 58); 1881 (Div. 2, page 20); 1891 (Div. 2, page 23); and 1901 (Div. 2, page 14).
Frederick’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 20, 1930:
MR. FREDERICK BENNER PASSES IN HIS 94TH YEAR
Frederick Benner, well known resident of Malahide, died at his home on the third concession on Thursday, March 13th, following an illness of some weeks. Deceased was in his 94th year and was engaged in farming all his life. He was born on the 5th concession of Malahide and had lived in the same district all his life.  He was a member of the United Church and a Conservative in politics.  Mr. Benner was twice married, his first wife predeceasing him 34 years ago.  He married sisters.  Besides his widow he is survived by one son and two daughters: Lewis E., of the 3rd concession of Malahide; Mrs. John Sheppard, Detroit, and Mrs. Joseph Ward, of Rabbit Lake, Sask.  The funeral service was held at this late residence on Saturday, the 15th inst., at 2 o’clock p.m.  Interment was made in the Luton cemetery.
Ellen Benner’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 7, 1896:
Mr. Fred Benner and family have been called to pass through affliction during the past week, in the loss of a loving wife and tender mother.  Mrs. Benner’s death which occurred at her home on Tuesday last, was not unlooked for, she having been bothered with heart trouble for a long time.  The disease took an acute form in October last, and since Christmas she has been confined to her bed.  The deceased was a most estimable lady and was loved and respected by all who knew her.  She was in her 59th year. The funeral takes place this afternoon at 2 o’clock.  Interment in Centreville cemetery.
Children: Eremintha, Alta, Marna, Lewis (next page)
1.Eremintha Benner (dau of Frederick & Ellen)
Born 1858
Died 1904; buried in Luton
married Apr. 24, 1890 Herbert Crutchfield
2.Alta Benner (dau of Frederick & Ellen)
Born Oct. 16, 1862 Malahide
died Sept. 3, 1942 Dunwich Twsp., Elgin County; buried in Fairview, Dutton
Married Dec. 27, 1882 John William Shepherd
3.Marna  Benner (dau of Frederick & Ellen)
Born ca 1867
Married 1. Mar. 2, 1887 Alonzo Benner (son of Leander Benner & Julia Anger)
  Married 2. ? Joseph Ward
Marna & Alonzo appear to have separated.  He is found on the 1901 census in Vienna with his parents, stating he is married.  Marna is found on the 1901 census in London, single, working as a domestic.  They had one daughter, Minnie L., born Jan. 28, 1892 in Aylmer.  She married Hazen Myers on Aug. 7, 1913 in Beamsville, Lincoln Co. and died in 1937 in Rapid Lake, Sask . Minnie was residing in Aylmer at the time of marriage.  Her obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, Nov. 4, 1937:
 “Mrs. John Sturk received the sad news of the death of her cousin, Mrs. Hayes Myers (nee Minnie Benner) at her home at Rapid Lake, Sask. She leaves to mourn her loss, besides her husband, her mother and father.  Mrs. Myers spent her childhood and school days with her grandparents, the late Mr and Mrs Fred Benner.  Her many relatives and friends here regret her demise.”
4.Lewis (Llewellyn) E. Benner (son of Frederick & Ellen)
Born March 13, 1873
died 1953
Married Oct. 28, 1896 Jennie Preffer (or Nelson)
children: Hugh Arthur (Born Jan. 8, 1899)
Lewis’ name on some census records is “Llewellyn”.  The report of his marriage in the Aylmer Express also gives his name as Llewellyn, and his wife as Jennie Nelson.  However, the marriage registration gives his name as Lewis and hers as Jennie Preffer.  Hugh’s birth registration gives her name as Jennie Nelson.
Families from lot 20:
BROWN
Alexander Coutts Brown, of Malahide, acquired the rights to the south half of lot 20 in 1848 in an assignment from Benjamin Prichard and Socrates Hunter, both of Malahide. He in turn made a quit claim in 1852 to Edward Waring Jr., of London for this property.  Another reference was found for property in lot 31 in the Gore south of Concession 8, Malahide, where Alexander Coats Brown assigns his rights to that property to Gideon Roy in 1860.
James T. Brown is listed as owning the south half of lot 20 (100 acres) from 1856 to 1857, retaining a portion of it until 1865.  Alexander C. Brown is again listed on the lot (25 acres) from 1861 to 1866, followed by Jane Brown, a widow, from 1867 to 1869.
Alexander is found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 18), with his wife Jane, and sons Alexander and John.  On the same page is son James Brown with wife Emeline and family.  On page 20 is a William Brown, another possible son.
According to the 1861 census, both Alexander and Jane were born in Ireland.  Upon emigrating to Canada, it appears they settled in New Brunswick in the early 1820’s (or 1830’s), where sons James, William &  and Alexander were born.  In the Malahide land records, Jane is listed as a widow in 1867, so Alexander probably died about 1866.
Alexander Coutts (or Coats) Brown
born ca 1795 Ireland
died ca 1866 Malahide
married Jane
born ca 1805 Ireland
children: Alexander, James, William, Daniel, John, R. C., Matilda
1. Alexander Brown (son of Alexander & Jane) (born ca 1823 ? New Brunswick)
2. James T. Brown (son of Alexander & Jane) (born ca 1824 (or 1834)New Brunswick)
married July 25, 1851 Emeline McCauley, of Malahide (born ca 1826)
James & Emeline moved to Yarmouth Township, where they are found on the 1871 census (Div. 3, page 17).  His age in 1861 is 27, while in 1871 he is 48.
Children of James & Emeline: Euphemia, Emma (Emily), Alex, James
1.Euphemia Brown (born ca 1854)
married July 1, 1874 William Morgan, in St. Thomas
2.Emma (Emily) Jane Brown (born ca 1855)
married Sept. 5, 1872 Ebenezer Benjamin Axford
3.Alex Brown (possibly Thomas A.) (born ca 1858)
married Sept. 10, 1891 Henrietta Gardner, in St. Thomas
4.James Brown(born ca 1860)
3. William Henry Brown (possible son of Alexander & Jane)
born ca 1837 New Brunswick
married 1. ? Fanny
born ca 1831
married 2. Christina Hunter (dau of Socrates Hunter & Nancy Butler)
Born 1840; died 1893
children: George (ca 1858); Caroline (born ca 1859), Nancy Jane (1861), Alexander Coats (1863); John Edward (1866); Charles Edward (1867); James Henry (1869); Carabelle (1870); Colborne Eli (1873); Catherine (1875); Walter Thomas (1877).
The marriage record for William’s son, Alexander Coats Brown, states he was born at Mount Salem, but living in Port Stanley, a fisherman.  He married Emma Smale, dau of George & Ann, of Port Stanley, on Feb. 4, 1884, in Port Stanley.  The fact that William named a son “Alexander Coats Brown” seems to confirm that he was a son of the elder Alexander Coats Brown and his wife Jane.
4. Daniel Brown (possible son of Alexander & Jane) (born ca 1839 New Brunswick)
married Barbara __________
The possible connection of Daniel as a son of Alexander is that he was born in New Brunswick, and he is found on the same page of the 1871 Yarmouth census as James & Emeline.
5. John Brown (son of Alexander & Jane) (born ca 1843)
6. R. C. Brown (dau of Alexander & Jane) (born ca 1837)
married January 17, 1858 John Parker (son of Benjamin & Delana)
7. Matilda Brown (dau of Alexander & Jane) (born ca 1840)
married May 19, 1858 Henry Ellsworth (son of John & Mary)
Families from lot 20 and 21:
HUNT
Several members of the Hunt family owned or leased property in concession 4, the earliest being Thomas Hunt, a miller, who lived on 50 acres in the south half of lot 14 from 1858 to 1867.  He was also a tenant on property in the south half of lot 19 from 1868 to 1870. He acquired 36 acres in the south half of lot 21 in 1867.
Zenas Hunt was an innkeeper on a half acre parcel in lot 20 from 1873 to 1878, and is also listed on the south half of lot 20 in concession 3 from 1874 to 1876 as an innkeeper.  On lot 21 in concession 4, Zenas acquired 63 acres in 1883.  Later owners of 24 acres of this were Peter Edward Hunt, and Vincent Hunt.  Wilson Z. Hunt is also listed on a half acre parcel in the south half of lot 21 from 1878 to 1883.
Thomas Hunt is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 21); 1871 (Div. 2, page 29), and 1881 (Div. 2, page 37).  There is also a Thomas Hunt in 1851 (Div. 2, page 22), which might be the same man.  He is listed as “married”, but no wife is enumerated with him.  On page 25 of that census, there is a William Hunt, age 10, and Zenus, age 8.  Zenas Hunt is still at home with his father in 1871, and is found in 1881 (Div. 2, page 23), and 1891 (Div. 2, page 52).  Peter E. Hunt is found in 1891 (Div. 2, page 52).
Thomas Hunt
born November 9, 1803  USA
died October 3, 1882; age 78 yrs. 10 mos. 24 days; buried in Luton cemetery
married 1. Mary Crow
married 2.  Esther Silverthorn (dau of George Silverthorn & Elizabeth Pettit)
born August 6, 1827 Bayham Township, Elgin Co.
died September 23, 1897 Aylmer, age 70; buried in Firby cemetery
Esther’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, Sept. 30, 1897:
A noble woman passed to the great beyond on Friday last in the person of Mrs. Esther Hunt, aged 70 years. Deceased has been confined to the house since December last, during which time she has been devotedly attended by her sister, Mrs. Emmett, mother of Mr. George Emmett, Sparta, whose constant care assisted greatly in the lessening of the racking pains suffered.  Mrs. Hunt possessed a true Christian spirit, which was manifested in her daily walks of life, and her memory will be held sacred by many who have good reason to remember her acts of kindness.  Besides the sister mentioned, one brother, Mr. Isaac Silverthorn, Bayham, mourns her loss.  The funeral took place on Sunday, the remains being laid to rest in the Firby cemetery, Corinth.
Children of Thomas Hunt: Phoebe, Peter, Eliza, Thomas, William, Zenas
1. Phoebe Jane Hunt (dau of Thomas & Mary)
born ca 1827 Pelham Township, Welland Co.
died
married 1. Jan. 14, 1872 John A. Emmit, in Tillsonburg
married 2.  Sept. 26, 1889 Alvin Silverthorn, in Sarnia
Phoebe was a widow living in Aylmer at the time of her second marriage. Alvin was born in Malahide, but residing in Tawas City, Michigan.  He was the son of George Silverthorn & Elizabeth Pettit, and therefore a brother of Esther Silverthorn who married Thomas Hunt.
2. Peter Edward Hunt (son of Thomas & Mary)
born November 21, 1835
died October 3, 1905 Malahide; age 70
married Lorinda Putnam
born 1836
died July 10, 1900 Malahide; buried in Luton (Centreville)
On the 1891 census, Peter’s occupation is given as farmer and mechanic. His death registration states he was a cabinet maker.  Peter’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, Oct. 6, 1905:
Mr. Peter E. Hunt, one of Malahide’s most respected citizens, passed away at his son’s home on October 3rd.  Deceased was in his 70th year and has been in poor health for the past ten years.  He leaves two sons and one daughter, Vincent in Malahide; Henry of Buffalo; and Mrs. John Grass, Houghton. The funeral will take place today from the residence of his son, Vincent Hunt, 4th concession Malahide at 1 p.m.  Interment at Centreville.
children: Henry,  Etta, Vincent
1.Henry Hunt (son of Peter & Lorinda)
Born December 1, 1860 Welland Co., Ontario
2.Etta Mary Hunt (dau of Peter & Lorinda)
Born April 7,1862 Gainsborough Twsp.
Died August 2, 1936 Eden, Bayham Twsp., buried in St. Luke’s cemetery
married April 9, 1884 John Henry Grass (son of John Grass & Sarah Fulkerson)
Born March 9, 1855 Port Bruce, Malahide Twsp
died May 27, 1928 Griffins Corners, Bayham Township
children of John Grass & Etta Hunt:
1.Robert Bruce Grass (born Sept. 3, 1885)
2.Elma May Grass (born Aug. 11, 1887)
3.John Colburn Grass (born Nov. 7, 1889)
4.Erie Maud Grass (born Dec. 12, 1891)
5.Charles William Grass (born July 31, 1893)
6.Harold Rayburn Grass (born Oct. 16, 1895)
7.George Curtis Grass (born Dec. 19, 1898)
8.Bessie Amelia Grass (born Jan. 8, 1902)
9.Florence Alta Grass (born Oct. 1, 1904)
3.Vincent Hunt (son of Peter & Lorinda)
Born September 8,  1874 Wainfleet Twsp., Welland Co.
Died September 1913
Married April 27, 1899 Hannah Appleby Janetta Learn
born July 28, 1880 N. Dorchester Twsp., Middlesex Co.
Janetta was the daughter of Edwin Vanrensaleur Learn & Hannah Stephenson.
children:
1.Stanley Hunt (born Sept. 25, 1899)
2.Reba Frances Hunt (born Feb. 14, 1905; died Oct. 1, 1905, age 7 mos. 23 ds)
3.Ruby Cora Hunt (born Sept. 19, 1906; died Apr. 1, 1907, age 6 mos. 12 ds)
4.Stanford Vincent Hunt (born Nov. 24, 1907)
3. Eliza Ellen Hunt (dau of Thomas & Mary)
born ca 1836-1840
died January 1901
Eliza was living unmarried with her father in 1861, 1871 and 1881.  A brief notice of her death was found in the Aylmer Sun, Jan. 10, 1901, in the Mt. Salem news –  “Death has again visited our village.  Miss Eliza Ellen Hunt passed away on Saturday last”.
4. Thomas J. Hunt (son of Thomas & Mary)
born ca 1840
died March 22, 1872; buried in Dunboyne
married Nancy Elizabeth ________
born ca 1846
died October 17, 1874; buried in Dunboyne (death registration gives date as July 17, 1871, age 25)
5. William Hunt (son of Thomas & Mary)
born ca 1843
6. Wilson Zenas Hunt (son of Thomas & Mary)
born October 5, 1844 Pelham Twsp., Welland County
died February 26, 1924 Lot 21, Concession 4, Malahide; buried in Aylmer
married Aug. 28, 1872 Phoebe Ann Grass (dau of John Grass & Sarah Fulkerson)
born November 22, 1851 Byron, Ontario
died March 19, 1931 Summers Corners, Malahide Township
Zenas’ death registration states his father was born in Welland County, while other sources state USA. He and Phoebe were married in Aylmer.  Zenas’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 28, 1924:
W. Z. HUNT SUCCUMBED TO STROKE
Wilson Zeanas Hunt, a well known and highly respected resident of Malahide township, died at his home near Mt. Salem, on Tuesday afternoon, February 26th.  He had not been in good health for the past year, and on Friday last suffered a stroke from which he never recovered. Deceased was born in Welland County on October 5th, 1844, and came to Malahide township with his parents, when but a child and has lived in the vicinity ever since. He was one of the pioneers and was a prosperous farmer.  Mr and Mrs Hunt celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1922.  Besides his widow, three sons and one daughter survive: William, of Vancouver; Rev. Murray Hunt, of Thamesville; Fred, manager of the Province of Ontario Savings Office, Aylmer; and Mrs. Ernest Dancey, of Summers Corners; also two grandchildren, Hugh and Jean Dancey, of Summers Corners.  The funeral will be held at his late residence on Thursday afternoon, Feb. 28th, at 1:30 o’clock p.m., and will be private. Interment will take place in the Aylmer cemetery.
Phoebe’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 26, 1931:
DEATH OF MRS. PHOEBE HUNT
Resident of Mt. Salem and of Aylmer
Phoebe Ann Hunt, relict of the late W. Zenas Hunt, passed away on Thursday evening, March 19th, following an illness of but a few days.  She was in her 80th year and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. E. Dancey, Summers Corner, where she had been visiting. A few years ago she underwent a serious operation, and for many months had again enjoyed very good health. For many years she lived at Mt. Salem, and after leaving the farm, made her home in Aylmer. She was a member of the United Church and leaves many friends to mourn her sudden demise. Her husband predeceased her about seven years ago. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. E. E. Dancey; three sons, William W. Hunt, of Vancouver; Rev. A. M. Hunt, Brantford; and Fred W. Hunt, manager of the Province of Ontario Savings Office, Aylmer; two granddaughters, Mrs. Hugh White, Windsor; Miss Margaret Hunt, Aylmer; two grandsons, Hugh Dancey and George Hunt, both of Aylmer; one great-grandson, Billie White, of Windsor; three brothers, James, Robert and Wallace Grass, of Vienna.
The funeral, which was private, was held at the home of Mr and Mrs E. E. Dancey, Summers Corner, on Saturday, March 21st, at 2:30 p.m.  Rev. F. G. Hardy, rector of Trinity Anglican church, Aylmer, had charge, and Mr. James Barnum sang a favourite hymn “Does Jesus Care”.  Relatives from out of the community who attended were: Mr and Mrs F. McNally, London; Mr and Mrs R. K. Robinson, Waterford; Mr and Mrs Jas. Grass and Louise; Messrs. Robert, Will and Wallace Grass, all of Vienna; Frank Ryckman and sister, of St. Thomas; Mrs. John Grass and daughter, of Eden, and neighbours and friends in the community.  The pallbearers were James Grass, Robert Grass, Wallace Grass, Fred Hunt, M. A. Hunt and E. E. Dancey. The flower bearers were Hugh Dancey, F. McNally, George Grass and Will Grass.  There were many floral tributes and included wreaths from the family, St. John’s Church, Brantford; sprays from All Saints Church, Mt. Pleasant; Ladies’ Guild of St. John’s Church, Brantford; the grandchildren; Mr and Mrs Jas. Grass and Louise; staff of Provincial Savings Office, Aylmer; Mr and Mrs Ellis Howell and Vera; Violet and Hetty Benner; Mr and Mrs R. K. Robinson, Mr and Mrs F. McNally and the Ladies’ Aid of Summers Corner.  Interment took place in the family plot in Aylmer cemetery.
children of Zenas & Phoebe: Bunny M., William Wilson, Fred
1.Bunny (Bonnie) May Hunt (dau of Zenas & Phoebe)
Born August 2, 1873 Malahide
died July 19, 1958 St. Thomas, Ont.
married Dec. 24, 1898 Edward Ernest Dancey (Oct. 3, 1867 – Jan. 11, 1960)
2.William Wilson Hunt (son of Zenas & Phoebe)
Born June 1, 1878 Malahide
died September 1, 1961 Vancouver, B.C.
3.Murray Alson Hunt (Rev.)  (son of Zenas & Phoebe)
Born November 7, 1888 Malahide
died 1980 London, Ont.
4.Fred Roland Hunt (son of Zenas & Phoebe)
Born June 5, 1893 Malahide
died February 3, 1980 St. Thomas, Ont.
Married Marion Martindale
Families from lot 20:
GRAVES
Lloyd Graves owned a parcel containing 1 ½ acres in lot 20 from 1899 past 1900, but he was living in the area many years prior to owning property.  He is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 1, page 58), 1881 (Div. 1, page 32), 1891 (Div. 2, page 32-33) and 1901 (Div. 2, page 16).
Lloyd’s marriage record to Mary Ann gives only his mother’s name as Catherine Williams.  His marriage record to Amanda states “parents not known”.  However, the information on his death registration supplied by his son Norman gives his parents names as Jacob Graves & Charlotte Jackson, both born in Kentucky. Lloyd and his two wives are buried in Dunboyne cemetery
There has been a great deal of debate between historians in the Aylmer area  over Mr. Graves’ actual age at the time of his death. While his monument in Dunboyne cemetery, obituary and death registration point to his age as 104 years; earlier records consistently put his year of birth around 1836.  The record of his first marriage states 1837, his second marriage, 1834, and all census records he is found in reflect 1836 and 1837.
Lloyd Graves
born February 27, 1824 Kentucky, USA
died February 29, 1928 Lot 20, Concession 4, Malahide; age 104 yrs. 8 days
married 1.  August 19, 1861 Mary Ann Johnstone (dau of George & Mary Ann)
born 1840 Brantford, Ont.
married 2.  August 19, 1868 Amanda L. Iron (dau of Samuel & Ann)
born October 4, 1840 Ontario
died November 3,1939 Mount Salem, Ont.
Notice of Lloyd’s death appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 1, 1928:
LLOYD GRAVES PASSES; 104 YEARS OLD
Just as we go to press we learn of the death of Lloyd Graves, which occurred at his home at Mt. Salem, Wednesday afternoon, February 29th. On February 22nd he passed his 104th birthday. Born in Kentucky in the days of slavery, he escaped to Canada when in his teens and has since resided in Elgin county, the greater part of that time at Mt. Salem.  He was honored and respected by scores of friends. Only a few months ago he was forced to give up his work as caretaker of the Mt. Salem church and school, and for some weeks he has been seriously ill. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed.
A full obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 8, 1928:
LLOYD GRAVES
Passes in his 105th Year
This former negro slave, who made his way to Canada, before the great struggle between the North and South, became one of Canada’s most respected citizens. For many years with his family, he resided near Mt. Salem, and being an expert in garden culture, always was a large exhibitor at all the surrounding Fall Fairs. His widow, who is somewhat younger, faithfully assisted him in his work, and their industry and honesty, gave them a good livelihood and won for them very high esteem, not only in their adopted township, but throughout the county.  He enjoyed the very best of health throughout his long life until a very short time ago, when failing health began to show, and he passed to the Great Beyond on February 29th.  The funeral service was conducted in the Mt. Salem church, and was attended by old friends from various and distant parts, so many that this was one of the largest funerals held in the vicinity. There were four ministers present, to take part in the service, and to express their appreciation of the high moral character and integrity of the deceased.  These ministers represented different denominations, and were Revs. Dunlop, Shaw, Stewart and Dr. Ross.  During the service, Mrs. Meiklejohn rendered a very appropriate solo. The children of S.S. No. 6 Malahide, of which Mr. Graves had been caretaker for many years, assembled and with their teacher, marched to the church in a body, later going to the cemetery and literally covering his grave with flowers. The pallbearers were Herman Howell, James Hawley, John Hawley, Colin Ellsworth, Benjamin Duncan and W. Rockey.
Amanda’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 9, 1939:
COLORED WOMAN DIES IN HER 100TH YEAR
Widely Known Mt. Salem Woman, Mrs. Amanda Graves, Was Noted
for Her Christian Character
One of the best known citizens of East Elgin, passed away Friday, November 3, in the person of Mrs. Amanda Graves, Mount Salem coloured woman in her 100th year.  Mrs. Graves, who was noted for her Christian character and simple philosophy of life, had resided at Mount Salem for seventy years. She was born at Fingal, the daughter of an escaped slave, Samuel Irons, from Baltimore, Maryland.
Her father was one of a band of slaves who came to Canada in the year 1838, having armed themselves so that they could have some defence in case an effort was made to capture them and return them to slavery.  Samuel Irons came to St. Thomas, where he settled and carried on his work as a local preacher of the Baptist church.  Later, he married Annie Leonard, of Malden, Ontario, and settled in a little log cabin on the River Road, out over Kains Hill, about three miles west of St. Thomas.  It was here that Mrs. Graves was born, one of a family of ten children.  Now only one of the family survives, John Irons, of London, Ontario.
Mrs. Graves married Lloyd Graves, on August 19, 1868, and it was then that they began their long residence in the Mount Salem district. About forty years ago they moved to the little home where Mrs. Graves passed away last week. Her husband died some ten years ago at the great age of 104 years.  He, too, was an escaped slave, having made his way northward into Canada as a youth.
Surviving Mrs. Graves are two daughters, Mrs. Brennan, of Providence, Rhode Island; Mrs. Bertha Craig, Mount Salem; two sons, Norman and Frank, Mount Salem; and her brother, John Irons, London.
The funeral was held Monday afternoon with a private service at the late residence followed by a public service in Mt. Salem church. Rev. Ernest Butcher, of Port Burwell, had charge of the services, during which two favourite hymns were sung, “Rock of Ages” and “Lead Kindly Light”.  Mrs. Butcher and Miss Todd, of Port Burwell, also sang “Somewhere the Sun in Shining”, accompanied at the organ by Miss Cameron, and Rev. Butcher recited a hymn “Asleep in Jesus”.  Some beautiful flowers surrounded the casket, composed of wreaths and sprays.  Pallbearers were Harry Welter, Blake Hawley, Charles Carter, Bert Schram, Irvine Bentley and Charlie Barrett.  Relatives and friends attended from Providence, Rhode Island; London, St. Thomas, Aylmer and district.  Interment was in the Dunboyne cemetery.
children: Martha, Alice, Ernest, William, Francis, Bertha J., George, Norman L., Hattie, Etta
1. Martha A. Graves (born ca 1866)
2. Alice Graves (born ca 1870)
married Nov. 28, 1888 Samuel J. E. Groat, in St. Thomas
3. Ernest Graves (born ca 1873 Malahide; died Aug. 1, 1893; age 20 yrs. 3 mos. 19 days)
4. William Graves (born ca 1875)
5. Francis (Frank) Graves
born June 1, 1877; died 1952; buried in Dunboyne
married 1.  Feb. 20, 1904 Frances Ryan, in St. Thomas
married 2.  Apr. 6, 1913 Josephine Bright, of St. Catharines
6. Bertha J. Graves
born 1880
died 1969; buried in Dunboyne
7. Norman Lloyd Graves
born November 12, 1887 Malahide; died 1978; buried in Dunboyne
married Nov. 19, 1919 Helen Elizabeth Walker, in Hamilton
8. Hattie Graves
born May 28, 1890 Malahide
died June 30, 1892 Lot 18, Con. 2, Malahide; age 2 yrs. 6 days
9. George Graves
born November 7, 1885 (?)
died May 3, 1930 Mt. Salem; age 44 yrs. 5 mos. 15 days; buried in Dunboyne
George’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, May 15, 1930:
GEORGE GRAVES DIED AT MT. SALEM
George Graves, a resident of Mt. Salem all his life, died at the home of his mother, Mrs. Lloyd Graves, on Saturday evening, May 3rd, following an illness of some two years. He was in his 45th year and was born at Mt. Salem.  His father predeceased him two years ago at the great age of 104 years, being the oldest man in Ontario at that time. The family have resided at Mt. Salem for a great many years, the late Lloyd Graves settling there shortly after his escape from slavery in Kentucky, reaching Port Stanley by boat from Cleveland after many exciting experiences during his escape by the “underground railway”.  Besides his aged mother, deceased is survived by two brothers, Norman and Frank, at home; and two sisters, Mrs. Alice Brannon, Providence, R.I.; and Mrs. Wm. Craig, at home. The funeral was held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the house and at 2:30 at the Mt. Salem United Church. Interment took place in the Dunboyne cemetery.
Another obituary appeared in the Mt. Salem news of the Aylmer Express, May 15, 1930:
A sad death occurred on Saturday evening May 3rd, when Geo. Graves, aged 44, son of Mrs. Graves and the late Lloyd Graves passed away following a stroke. He was found in the barn about 3 o’clock on Thursday afternoon and never regained consciousness.  He leaves beside his mother, two brothers, Norman and Frank, two sisters, Mrs. Wm. Craig, at home, and Mrs. Brannion, Providence, R. I.; an aunt, Mrs. Irons of London, who was present at the funeral. The funeral was well attended at the church on Tuesday afternoon. By request “One by One” was sung.  Rev. Shultz of Pt. Burwell assisted by Rev. Turner of Luton conducted the service.  The pallbearers were Messrs. Harry Welter, Archie Buck, Victor Hawley, Frank Irish, Olan Dorland and Benjamin Duncan.  Interment was made in the Dunboyne cemetery.
Children of Lloyd Graves, continued:
10. Emma Graves (born Apr. 22, 1886 Malahide)
11. Etta Graves
born ca 1895
died May 25, 1897 Lot 18, Con. 2, Malahide;  age 2 yrs. 5 mos. 26 days
Families from lot 21:
FERGUSON
Sewell Ferguson received a Crown Patent for the north half of lot 21 (100 acres) in 1842.  Twenty five acres of this property was later owned by Orilla & John Ferguson from 1853 to 1854, then William, from 1854 to 1861, and finally David, from 1861 to 1872.
John Ferguson owned 10 acres in lot 21 from 1838 to 1861.  William also owned 50 acres from 1838 to 1861.  David owned 50 acres from 1861 to 1872.
On lot 23, Aaron Ferguson received a Crown Patent for 100 acres in 1848, but had disposed of the property by 1856.
On lot 24, Robert Ferguson owned 50 acres from 1886 to 1891, and also 20 acres in lot 26 from 1872 to 1882.  David C. Ferguson owned 19 acres in lot 26 in 1882.
The Malahide 1842 census shows Sewell Ferguson on concession 6, lot 24; William on concession 4, lot 21, and John on concession 5, lot 20.
The 1851 Malahide census shows Sewell (incorrectly indexed as Samuel) (Div. 2, page 42), on lot 24, concession 6; David Ferguson (Div. 2, page 14), on lot 20, concession 7; and John (Div. 2, page 40).    It is therefore likely that the Ferguson family who owned property in Concession 4 may not have actually lived on those parcels of land.
Fergusons who are part of this family  in the 1861 Malahide census are: William (page 21); Nelson (page 49),  David (page 66), and their father John (page 41).
By 1871, only three family members are found in Malahide: John (Div. 1, page 52); Robert (Div. 2, page 53), and David (Div. 3, page 73).
John Ferguson
born ca 1785 England
died between 1862 and 1865 Malahide
married 1.  Elizabeth _____ (born ca 1804)
married 2.  Anna Abbott (dau of Sewell Abbott & Dorothy House)
born ca 1792 New York
died after 1861
John & Anna are buried in Burdick cemetery. This is probably the John Ferguson in the 1842 Malahide census on lot 20, concession 5.  He is found in the 1861 census (page 41). He does not appear in the 1851 census, which means he could have been living in Division 1, which did not survive.
Children:  Sewell, Dorothy, Jane, Elizabeth, William, John, Aaron, David, Nelson, Robert, Calvin, Edward, Louisa
1. Sewell Ferguson (son of John)
born 1808 Ontario
died February 5, 1853 Malahide; buried in Burdick cemetery
married Dec. 11, 1833 Orilla Cole (dau of Daniel Dodge & Rose Cole), in Yarmouth
2. Dorothy Ferguson (dau of John)
born May 5, 1809
died May 16, 1871 Riley Twsp., St. Clair Co., Michigan
married Dec. 31, 1829 Joseph King, in Malahide
Joseph & Dorothy moved to Michigan, and are buried in Tibbets Road cemetery, Riley, St. Clair Co., Michigan.
children: (all born in Malahide)
Jane (1832); Angelica (1833); George (1834), Sewell (1837), Orillia (1840); Betsey (1842); Alfred (1845); John (1851), and Dorothy (1856)
3. Jane Ferguson (dau of John)
born August 11, 1811
died Feb. 13, 1881 Aylmer
married Sept. 18, 1839 Cyrenius Johnson (son of Abram Johnson & Hannah Wheeler)
children: Mary Jane, John Ralph
1.Mary Jane Johnson (born ca 1840; died Oct. 8, 1878)
2.John Ralph Johnson (born Oct. 15, 1842; died Apr. 24, 1915)
4. Elizabeth Ferguson (dau of John)
born ca 1816
died June 5, 1895 Malahide; buried in Luton
married June 24, 1833 Silvester W. Matthews (son of Jonathan Matthews & Ann Clendenning)
children:
1.John Matthews (born ca 1834)
2.Caleb Manly Matthews (born ca 1837; died Nov. 16, 1870)
3.Anna Melissa Matthews (born ca 1839; died Dec. 13, 1902)
4.J. W. Matthews (born ca 1841; married Mary J. Smades on Oct. 3, 1868)
5.Isaac Matthews (born ca 1842)
6.Nancy Catherine Matthews (born ca 1846; died Apr. 3, 1870; buried in Luton)
7.Lisa Jane Matthews (born ca 1849; married Wilson Bailey on Sept. 18, 1868)
8.Mary Miranda Matthews (born ca 1852; died Oct. 16, 1925)
9.James Matthews (born ca 1857; married Elizabeth Marshall on June 27, 1878)
5. William Ferguson (son of John)
born ca 1817; died after 1871
married March 8, 1837 Elizabeth Kilmer (dau of Henry Kilmer & Mary Dennis)
children:
1.Henry Ferguson (born ca 1838)
2.Catharine Amanda Ferguson (born ca 1840; married Israel Ransom Shepherd)
3.Phoebe Jane Ferguson (born ca 1841; married June 17, William Smades)
4.Mary Margaret Ferguson (born ca 1843; married June 15, 1862 Samuel Martin)
5.Hannah Ferguson (born ca 1845)
6.Elizabeth Ferguson (born ca 1848)
7.Christiana Ferguson (born ca 1850)
8.Amelia Ferguson (born ca 1852)
9.Lorenzo Ferguson (born ca 1855; died May 1871)
10.Emma Ferguson (born ca 1857; died Apr. 10, 1883 in St. Thomas)
11.Samuel Ferguson (born ca 1860)
6. John Abbott Ferguson (son of John)
born ca 1818
died December 21, 1889 Malahide
married 1.  Nov. 10, 1842 Elizabeth Thurstin (dau of Lyman)
married 2.  Bridget
children: Mariah (1843); David (1844); Dorcas (1846), Danforth (1849)
7. Aaron Ferguson (son of John)
born July 2, 1822
died February 11, 1892 Elk Twsp., Sanilac Co., Michigan
married Dec. 17, 1845 Julia Hunter (dau of Socrates Hunter), in Malahide
children: Olive (1847);William (1849); Jessie (1851); Jane (1855); Charles (1857); John (1862); Sewell (1853); Mabel (1866); Cassius (1868); Laura (1871).
Aaron moved to Sanilac Co., Michigan between 1851 and 1853.
8. David Ferguson (son of John)
born ca 1823
died Dec. 20, 1880 Aylmer; buried in Burdick cemetery
married 1. ___________
married 2.  Mary Jane ________ (1829 – Sept. 17, 1874)
children:
1.David Eli Ferguson (born Nov. 24, 1847)
2.Delphine Ferguson (born Feb. 24, 1862; died Nov. 9, 1891)
3.Temperance Ferguson (born Dec. 29, 1863; died Jan. 10, 1890)
4.John R. W. Ferguson (born 1866; died Oct. 7, 1868; buried in Burdick cemetery)
5.W. J. Murray Ferguson (born 1870; died Nov. 16, 1870; buried in Burdick)
9. J. Nelson Ferguson (son of John)
born ca 1825
died Sept. 16, 1873 Malahide
married Aug. 4, 1850 Rachel Kinsey, in Malahide
children:
1.William Albert Ferguson (born ca 1851)
2.Gordon William Ferguson (born ca 1853)
3.David Ferguson (born ca 1855)
4.John Ferguson (born ca 1857)
5.Delia Ferguson (born ca 1859)
6.Anderson Ferguson (born ca 1860)
7.Amelia Ferguson (born ca 1862)
8.Kenzie Ferguson (born ca 1865)
9.Mary Margaret Ferguson (born ca 1869)
10. Robert Ferguson (son of John)
born ca 1826
died Dec. 20, 1908 Malahide
married 1.  Dec. 23, 1846 Angeline Hunter (dau of Socrates & Lucy), in Malahide
born ca 1825
died ca 1855
married 2.  Apr. 16, 1856 Sarah Jane Ostrander (dau of Thaddeus Ostrander & Margaret Conroy), in Malahide
children:
1.Edward Ferguson (born ca 1855; married Sept. 21, 1882 Lucy Ann Stephens)
2.John Ferguson (born ca 1859)
3.Robert Alvin Ferguson (born ca 1860; m. Dec. 26, 1883 Martha Jane McKenzie)
4.Francis Ferguson (born ca 1863)
5.James Ferguson (born ca 1865; married 2. July 31, 1916 Francis Jesse Powell)
6.Mary Ferguson (born ca 1868)
11. Calvin Abbott Ferguson (son of John)
born May 10, 1825
died March 10, 1904 Holly Springs, Woodbury, Iowa
married August 5, 1848 Margaret Baldwin
children: Merritt (1850); Elizabeth (1851); Anna (1854); Mary (1856); Emeranda (1858); Sewell (1860); Albert Calvin (1861); Amos; James William (1865).
Calvin moved from Malahide about 1851 to Metcalfe Twsp., Middlesex Co., then to Iowa about 1859.
12. Edward Ferguson (son of John)
born 1831 Malahide; married Feb. 18, 1855 Rebecca Cole, in Malahide
Edward moved to Elk Township, Sanilac Co., Michigan, and later to Iowa.  He had 6 children: Franklin Giford, Medora, George, Eber, Letta, Ida, all born in the United States.
13. Louisa Ferguson (dau of John)
born ca 1836 Malahide; died Feb. 26, 1885 Elk Twsp., Sanilac Co., Michigan
married Feb. 18, 1855 Peter James McCauley (son of Henry McCauley & Martha Matthews), in Malahide
children: (all born in Malahide) Martha (1856); David Rudolph (1857), John (1859); Descomb (1860)
Families from lot 21:
SHEPHERD / SHEPPARD
James Sheppard owned 50 acres in the north half, and 50 acres in the south half of  lot 21 from 1872.  He also owned 25 acres in lot 22.
James is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 42); 1881 (Div. 2, page 62), 1891 (Div. 2, page 53), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 12).
James H. Sheppard (son of Asa & Ellen Sheppard)
born August 24, 1848 Walsingham or Windham Twsp., Norfolk Co.
died January 21, 1919 Concession 4, Malahide
married Dec. 6, 1871 Catherine Huffman, in Vienna (dau of Michael Huffman & Mary Zavitz)
born April 14, 1849 Malahide
died December 4, 1922 Lot 21, Con. 4, Malahide
James & Catherine are buried in Aylmer cemetery.   James’ death registration states he was born in Walsingham, while his marriage record gives Windham.
James’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 23, 1919:
The death of James H. Sheppard occurred at his home at Mt. Salem, on Tuesday, January 21st, after an illness of some weeks. Deceased was in his 71st year and has been a prominent agriculturist in this district for over forty years, and for many years was president of the East Elgin Farmer’s Institute, in which organization he took a prominent interest.  He was born in Walsingham and has lived at Mt. Salem for forty-two years.  Besides his widow he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Chas. Williams, and one son, Edgar, both at home.  One brother Sylvester, lives at Columbusville, Mich. The funeral will take place from his late residence on Friday the 24th inst., at 1:30 p.m. to the Aylmer cemetery.
Catharine’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 7, 1922:
Catharine Sheppard, beloved wife of the late James Sheppard, died at her home near Mt. Salem, on Monday evening last, December 4th. Deceased was in her 74th year and has been a resident of that vicinity for nearly all her life, where she was highly esteemed. She is survived by one son, Edgar at home, and one brother, in St. Thomas. The funeral will take place this (Thursday) afternoon at 1 o’clock with interment in the Aylmer cemetery.
Children of James & Catherine: Edgar, Alice
1. Edgar H. Sheppard (son of James & Catherine)
born February 25, 1874
died March 29, 1937; buried in Aylmer
married January 18, 1922 Alice Marchant (1883-1961)
Edgar’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 1, 1937:
EDGAR SHEPPARD DIED IN HIS 64TH YEAR
Edgar H. Sheppard, a respected resident of Malahide, passed away at his residence on the third concession, one quarter of a mile north of Mt. Salem Monday night.  He was in his 64th year and had suffered two very severe strokes. He was the son of the late James H. and Catherine Sheppard, who were pioneer residents of the district and he himself was born on the farm where he died.  He was a successful farmer and took a very active part in church work, being a member of the United Church at Mt. Salem.  In politics he was a Liberal.  Besides his widow, he leaves to mourn his death, two uncles, Sylvester Sheppard, Saginaw, Mich., and John Huffman, Aylmer. The funeral took place on Wednesday, March 31, at 2:30 p.m. from his late residence. Rev. H. F. Kennedy of Malahide Circuit officiated, and interment took place in the family plot in the Aylmer cemetery.
2. Alice Sheppard (dau of James & Catherine)
born July 22, 1880
died June 4, 1921 Lot 21, Con. 4, Malahide; buried in Aylmer
married March 21, 1917 Charles Harmon Williams
Alice’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, June 9, 1921:
Alice, beloved wife of Charles H. Williams, died at her home on the Mt. Salem road on Saturday, June 4th, in her 41st year.  Although Mrs. Williams had been forced to her bed for some weeks following an attack of influenza and lagrippe, she was thought to be greatly improved and her sudden death came as a shock to her relatives and many friends.  Deceased was a daughter of the late James Sheppard and has been a resident of Malahide all her life.  Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, Mrs. Catharine Sheppard, and one brother, Edgar, at home. The funeral took place from her late residence on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock.  Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery.
Families from lot 25:
PRESSEY
George Pressey owned 100 acres (north half) of lot 25 from 1868 to 1894, followed by Emery Pressey, who retained 50 acres, the east half of this parcel.  Emery Pressey was the son of George Pressey & Elizabeth Ann Chiverton. Emery’s father George was a first cousin of George William Pressey.  George Pressey is found in Malahide census records: 1871 (Div. 2, page 26); 1881 (Div. 2, page 53); 1891 (Div. 2, page 60),and 1901 (Div. 2, page 9).
George & his wife Louisa are buried in Luton cemetery. George’s death registration records that his residence was lot 30, concession 4, and that he was born in Port Burwell. His father was born in England, and his mother in Canada.  The informant was his son-in-law, Roland Mills.
Henry & Margaret Pressey are found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 40), but no children are listed with them.  Henry is a lumber manufacturer, born England, age 38.  Margaret is age 33.
The Pressey family can be traced back to Downton, Salisbury, England where a George Pressey was born on May 25, 1798, the son of John Pressey.  George married Mary Quinton (born Oct. 20, 1799) and emigrated to Ontario, and died November 11, 1846 in Glenmeyer, Norfolk Co.  He and his wife Mary (died Oct. 14, 1880) are buried in Trinity Anglican cemetery, Port Burwell.  Their children were:
1.Henry Pressey (Oct. 23, 1821 Downton, Eng.; died Apr. 29,1884)
2.Phineas Pressey (born 1825)
3.Frederick Pressey (born 1829)
4.Ann Pressey (born 1832)
5.George Pressey (born 1835)
6.Naomi Leona Pressey
7.Sarah Pressey
Henry (#1) married Margaret Ann Dunlop (born Mar. 5, 1828; died Apr. 9, 1891), and are buried in Luton cemetery.  The children of Henry & Margaret were:
1.Mary Pressey (born 1846) married William Hill
2.George William Pressey (born 1848)
3.Milton Pressey (born 1849)
4.Hannah Eliza Pressey (died Dec. 31, 1852, age 17 days; buried in Luton)
5.Silonas Pressey (1853 – 1919) married Catherine Brown
6.Elias Pressey (born 1856 – died Feb. 1, 1892) married Eliza Nevill
7.John A. Pressey (born 1862) married Sept. 12, 1883 Mary Temperance Benner
8.Minnie Annette Pressey (born 1868; died June 26, 1872, age 4 yrs. 18 days)
9.Ella May Pressey (born 1872) married Oct. 10, 1888 Wesley Benner
George William Pressey (son of Henry Pressey & Margaret Dunlop)
born August 15, 1848 Port Burwell, Ontario
died September 28, 1921 Malahide
married Louisa Caroline Millard (dau of Nelson Millard)
born February 17, 1854 Eden, Bayham Twsp.
died October 1937 Southwold Twsp., Elgin Co.
George’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 6, 1921:
George William Pressey, well known farmer of Malahide township died very suddenly on September 28th, in his 74th year.  Deceased had not been feeling well for some time but on Tuesday did his chores around the farm as usual and on Wednesday morning was suddenly taken seriously ill, passing away a few hours later. Deceased was born at Port Burwell, but for fifty years has been a resident of Malahide.  Besides his widow he is survived by three daughters and two sons: Mrs. Alex Herries, Port Burwell; Mrs. Ed Herries, Luton; Mrs. Roland Mills; Aylmer; Henry Pressey, St. Thomas; and Roland Pressey, of Payne’s Mills. The funeral was held from his late residence, near Fairview, on Friday, September 30th, at 2 o’clock p.m. and interment took place in the Luton cemetery.
Louisa’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, Oct. 28, 1937:
FORMER FAIRVIEW RESIDENT, EDEN NATIVE, DIES
Mrs. Louisa G. Pressey, widow of George W. Pressey, passed away Tuesday morning at the home of her son, Henry Pressey, Southwold, following an illness of one month, aged 83.  She was born at Eden on February 17, 1854, and was the daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Nelson Millard, being well-known throughout the district.  Mrs. Pressey was a member of the Fairview United Church.  She is survived by two sons and three daughters, William Henry Pressey, Southwold; Roland A. Pressey,  Gladstone; Mrs. Alex Herries, Lakeview; Mrs. Ed. Herries, Luton; Mrs. R. E. Mills, Aylmer; also 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.  Mr. Pressey died 16 years ago. The funeral will be held from the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. E. Mills, John street, Aylmer, this afternoon, at 2 p.m., with interment in the Luton cemetery.
children: Sarah, Mary A., William H., Thirza, Roland
1. Sarah Alice Pressey (1871 – 1949); buried in Aylmer
married Dec. 25, 1889 Alexander Murray Herries (1864 – 1949)
2. Mary Adelia Pressey (born 1874; died Mar. 4, 1964 in her 91st year; buried in Aylmer)
married Jan. 9, 1895 Edward James Herries (died Jan. 12, 1937 in his 63rd year)
children of George & Louisa Pressey, continued:
3. William Henry Pressey (born Dec. 7, 1879; died 1962)
married Jan. 8, 1901 Nellie Millard (dau of John Millard & Flora Garrett) (1881-1961)
William & Nellie are buried in Elmdale cemetery. St. Thomas.
4. Thirza M. Pressey (born Feb. 23, 1886; died Sept. 1, 1949)
married June 30, 1908  Roland Mills (1883-1973)buried in Aylmer
Thirza’s obituary appeared in the St. Thomas Times-Journal, September 1, 1949:
MRS. ROLLAND MILLS, OF AYLMER, PASSES
Sang in Baptist Church Choir Thirty Years
Aylmer, Sept. 1 – Mrs. Rolland Mills, a well-known and highly esteemed resident of Aylmer, passed away on Thursday morning in the Memorial Hospital, St. Thomas, following a heart attack, suffered on August 23.  Born at Fairview, 63 years ago, she was formerly Thirza Pressey, daughter of George Pressey and Louisa Millard.  Mrs. Mills was a faithful member of the Aylmer Baptist church and active in all the women’s organizations of the church. She sang in the choir for thirty years.  Married on June 30, 1908 in Malahide Township, the deceased had lived in Aylmer ever since. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Willard and Kenneth, of Aylmer; three grandchildren, Ronald, Keith and Bonny Mills, of Aylmer; two brothers, Henry Pressey, St. Thomas; Roland A. Pressey, of Gladstone; and one sister, Mrs. Edward (Addie) Herries, R.R. 6, Aylmer. The remains are resting at the James H. Barnum Funeral Home where service will be conducted on Saturday afternoon at 2:30. Interment will be made in Aylmer cemetery.
Children of George & Louisa Pressey, continued:
5. Roland Asil Pressey (born Aug. 9, 1888)
married Naomi Lake
Families from lot 27:
BROWN
Nelson Brown owned 100 acres (south half) of lot 27 from 1856, followed by Sarah Brown, from 1895 (50 acres)
Nelson is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 34); 1871 (Div. 2, page 31); 1881 (Div. 2, page 63), 1891 (Div. 2, page 54), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 1).
Nelson Warren Brown
born April 14, 1818
died February 24, 1903 Lot 26, Concession 3, Bayham, age 86
married 1.  Catherine _____
born
died May 1, 1856; buried in Luton cemetery
married 2.  March 25, 1860 Christiana Armstrong Davis, in Malahide
born ca 1810 Ireland
died November 15, 1886 Malahide, age 76; buried in Luton cemetery
Nelson’s origins are a bit of a mystery.  The 1861, 1881 and 1891 census give his birthplace as United States, while the 1871 census says England.  The 1901 census also says United States. His marriage record to Christiana in 1860 gives his birthplace as New York, and states he is an “orphan”.  His death registration gives his place of birth as Welland County, Ontario.
Nelson’s burial place is unknown, but probably in Luton cemetery with his wives.  He was living with his daughter Jane Culp (Kulp) in Malahide on the 1901 census, but he died two years later in Bayham. The 1901 census indicates Nelson immigrated to Canada in 1821.
Nelson’s second wife Christiana was the widow of Henry Davis (died 1859), although the marriage record does not state that.  Her parents names are given as John & Jane Armstrong.
Children: Henry, Mary Jane, Sarah
1. Henry Brown (son of Nelson & Catherine)
born ca 1849
2. Mary Jane Brown (dau of Nelson & Catherine)
born September 16, 1852 Malahide; died January 13, 1934; buried in Luton
married 1. Jan. 27, 1874 George West (1855 – Feb. 11, 1888; buried in Luton)
married 2.  James Kulp
Mary Jane’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 18, 1934:
MARY JANE KULP DIED AT MT. SALEM
Mrs. Mary Jane Kulp, relict of the late James Kulp, died on Saturday afternoon, January 13th, at the home of her son, James Nelson West, third concession of Malahide, after a few days’ illness. She was in her 82nd year and was born in Malahide township, residing in the Mt. Salem district all her life. She was twice married. Her first husband was the late George West, who predeceased her 46 years ago; and her second husband was the late James Kulp, who predeceased her 9 years ago. Mrs. Kulp was a member of the Mt. Salem United Church where she took an active part in the Ladies’ Aid and all the  church organizations.  She was highly respected in the community where she lived for so many years, and will be mourned by a great many friends. She is survived by one son, James Nelson West, of Malahide; one daughters, Mrs. Jessie Rice, of Walsingham Centre, and several nephews and nieces. The funeral service was held at the home of her son on Tuesday, the 16th inst., at 1 p.m. and was private.  A public service was held at the Mt. Salem Church at 1:30, conducted by Rev. H. F. Kennedy of the Malahide circuit.  During the service George Mott sang, “There Will Be No Shadows”, accompanied by Mrs. Linus Garnham. The congregation sang a favourite hymn, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”, and “Jesus Lover of My Soul”.  There were many flowers and the pallbearers were Frank Heffer, Charles Ball, Harley Evert, E. Garner, Fred Augustine, and O. Gerhart. Interment took place in the Luton cemetery. Relatives were present from St. Thomas, London, Straffordville, Sparta, Glencolin, Aylmer, Detroit, Ostrander, Mt. Elgin, Calton and Dunboyne.
children: Nelson, George, Jessie
1.James Nelson West (April 11, 1876 – 1955; buried in Luton)
married Sarah Tinknell (1869-1955); lived at lot 27, Con. 3, Malahide
Children: Violet May (Jan. 19, 1905); Edith (July 13, 1906); Eva (July 13, 1906)
2.George B. West (born November 27, 1880)
3.Jessie West (married _____Rice)
3. Sarah Brown (dau of Nelson & Catherine)
born ca 1854
Families from lot 28:
DAVIS
John Davis received a Crown Patent for the north half of lot 28 (100 acres) in 1828.  The property was then owned by Henry Davis from 1848 to 1877, followed by William A. Davis from 1877 to 1883.  John’s relationship to Henry is unknown.
In lot 29, Mary & Henry Davis acquired the north half (100 acres) in 1851.  Henry owned 10 acres in 1873, while John Davis owned 50 acres in 1891.
Henry is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 40); 1871 (Div. 2, page 36), and 1881 (Div. 2, page 52).  His son John appears in 1891 (Div. 2, page 61), and 1901 (Div. 2, page 10)
Living with Henry in 1861 is a Fannie Davis, age 55, born Ireland, widow, and Mary Davis, born Ireland, age 13, and Sarah Davis, born Ireland, age 20.  In 1871, Fannie and Sarah are still in the household.  Fannie could have been Henry’s widowed sister-in-law.
There is a Henry Davis buried in the Old Anglican cemetery in Aylmer, and it is believed to be the above Henry.  His wife’s burial location is unknown.
Hannah moved to Aldborough Township, Elgin County, where she is found on the 1901 census (Div. 2, page 5), living with her daughter Sophia Parker.  She accompanied the family to Alberta, and is found with them on the 1906 census in the Calgary District.
Henry Davis (son of Henry & Sarah)
born 1811 (or 1818) Ireland
died June 5, 1881 Malahide; age 70 yrs. 6 mos.
married September 3, 1860 Hannah Burnham (dau of Joshua & Sophia)
born 1832 Nova Scotia
There is much confusion about Henry Davis.  His marriage record to Hannah gives his parents names as Henry & Sarah, but it would have seemed logical that the John Davis who received the Crown Patent for lot 28 in 1828 would have been his father.  Perhaps he was a brother instead.  There is a will filed in the Land Registry Office for John Davis, dated Dec. 16, 1871 who lived on lot 28, concession 4.
It is also interesting to note that in Henry’s will, dated December 16, 1875, he names his housekeeper as Hannah Burnham, when in fact she was his wife.  The marriage record does give her surname as “Burns” rather than Burnham, but the funeral home record for Henry’s son John in 1940 gives his mother’s maiden name as Hannah M. Burnham.
To add to the confusion, there is another Henry Davis, who died January 6, 1859, whose estate file is found in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  It states he was known as “Henry Davis, the  younger”, and lived on the north half of lot 28, concession 4, Malahide. He had no will, but administration was granted to Christiana Brown, formerly Davis, his widow.  The estate file mentions his mother and two brothers, but they are not named.  This Christiana Davis Brown can be found earlier in this volume, as she was remarried to Nelson Warren Brown in 1860.  She was born in 1810 and died in 1886.
The Henry Davis who died in 1859 is buried in the Old English cemetery, St. Thomas.  He was 37 years old (born 1822).  Beside him is a John Davis, died Aug. 12, 1854 (or 1851), age 56 (born 1798 or 1795).
The records for the St. Thomas Anglican church show the following baptisms:
Henry Davis, born May 26, 1821, baptized June 22, 1826, son of John & Margaret Davis
John Davis, born Feb. 28, 1824, baptized June 22, 1826, son of John & Margaret Davis
William Augustus Davis, born Jan. 8, 1826, baptized June 22, 1826, son of John & Margaret
From the above information, it appears that the John Davis who died in 1854 was the husband of Margaret, and the father of the three children baptized in 1826.  It would also seem that the son John might be the one who has a will dated 1871 and had property in Concession 4, Malahide.  Henry Davis, born 1811, could be a younger brother of John (born 1798), or a nephew.  The William Augustus Davis, born in 1826, could be the William A. Davis who owned part of lot 28 from 1877 to 1883.  This could be the William Davis who married Matilda and had a son John (born 1858) who married Susan Holley (Hawley?), dau of Daniel & Ann, on Dec. 28, 1881 in Aylmer.
Postings on Rootsweb on the Internet shed some light into this family.  John Davis was born in 1795 in County Tipperary, Ireland, and died August 12, 1851, and is buried in the Old English cemetery, St. Thomas.  He married Margaret McNeil, and had children: Henry (1821), John (1824), William Augustus (1826), another John (born 1828; died Dec 22, 1871 in St. Thomas), and McNeil (1830).
Another posting shows a Henry Davis, born 1799 (spouse unknown), son of John Davis, born ca 1770 in Tipperary.  Henry had children Mary Francis (1820), Henry (1818) and James (1820).  The Henry born in 1818 married Ann Wood in Tipperary and had Sarah (1839-1879), Fanny (1844-1909, married Richard Watson); Ann (born 1846, married Abraham Winters & William Herdsman), and Mary (born 1847, married John Curtis) .  The Henry who married Ann Wood could very well be the Henry on concession 4 Malahide, who later married Hannah Burnham.  This does agree with the 1861 census, since Henry’s wife Hannah is much younger, and there is a Mary and Sarah living with him.  In 1871, Sarah and Fannie are living with Henry.  Sarah died unmarried in Aylmer on Nov. 29, 1879, age 40, born Ireland.  She was a domestic servant.
From the above postings, it is a conjecture that John Davis (born 1770) had sons John (born 1795) and Henry (born 1799).  John (born 1795) is probably the one who received the Crown Patent for lot 28, and would be an uncle of the Henry (born 1818) who later lived there.
Children of Henry Davis & Hannah Burnham: John, James, Sophia, Henry, William
1. John Davis (son of Henry & Hannah)
born March 16, 1863 Malahide; died Dec. 9, 1940 Malahide, age 77 yrs. 9 mos. 10 days
married August 21, 1886 Matilda Comary, (or Cameron) in Middleton Twsp., Norfolk Co.
Born December 8, 1870 Malahide; died 1963
John & Matilda are buried in Luton cemetery. She was the daughter of Francis & Jennett Comary.  John’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 12, 1940:
JOHN DAVIS
John Davis, a pioneer resident of Fairview, died at his home on the Fourth Concession of Malahide, this morning, December 9th, in his 78th year, following an illness of some four months.  He was a son of the late Mr and Mrs Henry Davis, pioneers of this township, and had resided on the farm where he was born all his life.  He was a successful farmer and was a member of the Fairview United Church and superintendent of the Sunday School for 35 years.  He was a staunch Conservative, and leaves a host of friends.  Surviving are his wife; two sons and one daughter, Frank, of Malahide; Herbert of Lakeview;, and Mrs. Alva Moore, of Port Stanley; two brothers and one sister, Henry Davis, of Fleming, Sask., James Davis of Lakeview, and Mrs. M. Parker, of Three Hills, Alberta. The remains are resting at his home where the service will be held on Thursday, December 12th, at 2 o’clock p.m.  Interment in the Luton cemetery.
Children: Mary, William, Luella, Herbert, Wray
1.Mary Elva Davis (born July 25, 1887; died 1971) Married Henry L. Moore
2.William Francis (Frank) Davis (born May 1, 1889;died 1983) buried in Aylmer
Married Sept. 19, 1917 Edith M. Clarke (1894 – 1988)
3.Luella May Davis (born Sept. 6, 1893; died Dec. 10, 1895, age 1 yr. 3 mos. 4 days)
4.Herbert J. Davis (July 11, 1895-1961) buried in Luton; lived at lot 25, con. 4
Married Sept. 7, 1921 Hilda Emmeline Pegg (Dec. 20, 1893 – July 10, 1924)
5.Wray Davis (born Feb. 12, 1906) (birth recorded by a delayed registration.  His mother Matilda made a declaration, and gives her maiden name as Cameron)
2. James Davis (son of Henry & Hannah)
born March 31, 1864 Malahide
married May 10, 1898 Nancy Bell Smith, in Blenheim, Kent Co.
Nancy was the daughter of David & Nancy Bell, and the widow of Daniel B. Smith.  She had two children, Charles & Earl Smith.  She and James are buried in Rodney cemetery.  James was living in Albin at the time of his marriage; Nancy was a resident of Harwich, Kent Co.  They are found on the 1901 census in Aldborough (Div. 2, page 5), and in 1911 in Aldborough.
3. Sophia Davis (dau of Henry & Hannah)
born November 23, 1865
died March 8, 1951 Three Hills, Alberta
married March 10, 1884 Alvin Jacob Parker (son of Nelson & Ruth), in Aylmer
Some sources give Alvin’s name as “Mior”.  He and Sophia lived in Rodney, Aldborough Township, Elgin County until after 1902 when they moved to Twining, Alberta.
children:
1.Hannah Isabel Parker (born 1886)
2.Edith May Parker (born 1887)
3.Naomi Beatrice Parker (born 1889)
4.Mary Lavina Parker (born 1891)
5.Eber Ruel Parker (born 1894)
6.Emery Hubert Parker (born 1896)
7.William Wallace Parker (born 1899)
8.Chesley Victor Parker (born 1902)
9.Albert Edward Parker (born 1909)
4. Henry Davis (son of Henry & Hannah)
born ca 1869
5. William Davis (son of Henry & Hannah)
born ca 1869
Families from lot 32:
PENNINGTON
Thomas Pennington received a Crown Patent for the south half (100 acres) of lot 32 in 1848.  He is listed on the property from 1859 to 1878, followed by Miles Pennington from 1878 to 1898.
Thomas is found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 34), living by himself.  He is married, but his wife is not listed with him.
Miles Pennington is found in Malahide census records: 1881 (Div. 2, page 37), and 1891 (Div. 2, page 55).  With him in 1881 is his mother Laura.
Miles and his mother Laura were living in Kenockee, St. Clair County, Michigan on the 1860 census.  Although not in the same household, they are enumerated on the same page.  He is age 24, born Canada, a farm labourer.  Laura is age 56, born Vermont, living with Thomas Ward, age 33,& Perlina Ward, age 30, both born Canada, and their children Bruce & Solon.
Thomas Pennington’s estate file is # 416 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  He died May 1, 1872 in Bayham, and was formerly of Malahide.  He names his wife Laura, and son Miles, of Bayham.  Also mentioned are two grandsons (not named), children of Thomas & Annette Ward, of Michigan.  It seems that Perlina and Annette must be the same person, obviously a daughter of Thomas & Laura Pennington.
Thomas’ burial place is unknown, but his wife and son Miles are buried in Calton cemetery.
Thomas Pennington
born ca 1790 England
died May 1, 1872 Bayham Township
married November 3, 1828 Laura Dewey, of Malahide
born ca 1802 Ohio (or Vermont)
died April 10, 1885 Malahide, age 83
Thomas & Laura’s marriage was found in the register of the Anglican church, St. Thomas.  Both were “of Malahide”.  Her death registration gives her place of birth as Ohio, while the 1860 Michigan census says Vermont.
Children: Annette, Miles
1. Annette (or Perlina) Pennington (dau of Thomas & Laura)
born ca 1830 Canada
married Thomas Ward
children: Bruce (born ca 1856 Michigan); Solon (born ca 1858 Michigan)
2. Miles Pennington (son of Thomas & Laura)
born ca 1833 Malahide
died October 2, 1898 Malahide; age 66; buried in Calton cemetery
married 1. ?  Mary ______
married 2. Susan Cook (or Ostrander)
born ca 1849 Richmond, Bayham Township, Elgin County
died October 6, 1913 Tillsonburg, Ontario, age 64
No marriage record can be found for Miles & Susan. Following Miles’ death, Susan was remarried to Jehial Millard on May 20, 1903.  He was a widower, age 53, the son of Stephen Millard & Catherine Merrit.  Both he and Susan were living in Tillsonburg.
While the marriage records for their daughter Emma gives her mother’s maiden name as Cook, the marriage record for daughter Florence states Susan’s maiden name was Ostrander.  Susan’s death registration also states her maiden name was Ostrander, but her marriage record to Jehial Millard states she is the daughter of Sylvester Cook and Caroline Woods.  Daughter Cora’s marriage record also gives Susan’s name as Cook.
It is possible that Miles Pennington was married twice.  Daughter Loretta’s marriage record in 1882 states she was born in 1864 in Michigan, the daughter of Myles and Mary.  On the 1881 Malahide census, “Laura” is 16, born USA, while the next sibling is aged 6.
Children: Laura (Loretta), Emma, May, Frances (Florence), George, Bruce, Ella, Colin, Cora
1.Laura (Loretta) Pennington
born ca 1864 Crossely, Michigan
died January 7, 1945 Aylmer, age 80
married Sept. 20, 1882 John W. Mathews (son of Henry & Mary)
Laura’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, January 11, 1945:
MRS. JOHN MATTHEWS PASSES IN 81ST YEAR
Born in Michigan, Resident of Aylmer Many Years
Mrs. John W. Matthews, a resident of Aylmer and district for many years, passed away at her home, John Street south on Sunday evening, January 7th in her 81st year. Mrs. Matthews suffered a stroke two weeks ago and her condition remained critical until her death.  A daughter of the late Mr and Mrs C. Pennington, Mrs. Matthews was born in Crossley, Michigan and lived at Fairview, Ontario for many years following her marriage.  Twenty years ago she and her husband moved to Aylmer.  Mrs. Matthews was a member of the Aylmer Baptist church.  Her husband predeceased her 17 years ago. Surviving are a son, Harry Matthews, Summer’s Corners; four daughters, Mrs. Charles VanPatter, Aylmer; Mrs. Arthur Bohlender, Detroit; Mrs. Solon Walker, Summer’s Corners; Mrs. Norman Heipleh, R.R. #4 Aylmer; two brothers, Colin and Arden Pennington, Detroit; and five sisters, Mrs. George Tilton, Mrs. Ella Kidder and Mrs. Marie Carter, all of Detroit; Mrs. Richard Lloyd of Brantford; and Mrs. Robert Lake, of London, Ontario. There are five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. The funeral service was held from Allen’s Funeral Home on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock with Rev. F. J. Helps of the Aylmer Baptist church and Rev. Max Parr of Galt in charge.  The pallbearers were Harry Matthews, Charles VanPatter, Arthur Bohlender, Hugh Matthews, Norman Heipleh and Clifford Ellis.  Interment was made in the Aylmer cemetery.
2.Emma Laura Pennington (dau of Miles & Susan)
Born 1875 Bayham
died April 7, 1966; buried in Calton
married October 29, 1900 Richard Lloyd (1874 – 1942)
Emma’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 13, 1966:
MRS. RICHARD LLOYD
Mrs. Richard Lloyd of Mason Villa Hospital, London, died Thursday morning, April 7, after being in ill health for several years.  She was in her 91st year.  The former Emma Pennington of Richmond, she and her husband, who predeceased her in 1942, lived in Fairview from 1910 to 1959 where they farmed.  Surviving are two sons, Clarence of London, Harry of Detroit; one daughter Mrs. E. Madeline Kilmer of London, one brother Arden Pennington, Detroit; two sisters Mrs. May Tilton and Estella Carter of Detroit; three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren.  The Rev. R. W. Scott of Hope Baptist Church, London, conducted the service at the Needham Funeral Home in London on Saturday afternoon, April 9. Burial was in the family plot in Calton cemetery.
3.May Pennington (dau of Miles & Susan)
Born ca 1878 Malahide
married October 31, 1900 George Tilton
Unless “May” was enumerated under another first name on the census, she does not appear with the family.  But, her marriage record indicates she is a daughter of Miles & Susan.
4. Frances (Florence) Pennington (dau of Miles & Susan)
Born April 7, 1879 Malahide
married 1. Dec. 7, 1898 William E. Phillmore (born 1867-1929)
Married 2. _______ Longworth
Frances & William are buried in Richmond West Cemetery, Bayham Township
children: Ilah Mae (May 1, 1901 – July 15, 1968; married _____ Harrison)
5.Willard Pennington (son of Miles & Susan)
Born March 12, 1881 Malahide
died August 28, 1881 Malahide, age 6 months.
Willard is not found with the family on the 1881 or 1891 census, but a “George” is enumerated on 1881, born that year.
6.Bruce Pennington (son of Miles & Susan) (Born ca 1882)
7.Ella Pennington (dau of Miles & Susan) (Born ca 1886)
8.Colin Pennington (son of Miles & Susan) (Born March 23, 1887 Malahide)
Colin is found on the 1901 census in Bayham, living with a George Firby family.  He is described as “adopted”.
9.Cora Belle Pennington (dau of Miles & Susan)
Born March 23, 1887 Malahide
married June 15, 1912 Robert Lake, in Bayham
Cora is found on the 1901 Malahide census, a lodger with the James Clark family. Cora & Robert were both living in London at the time of their marriage. She is buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London.
Families from lot 33:
BROWN
Charles Brown owned 50 acres in the north half of lot 33 from 1854 to 1893. He is found in Malahide census records: 1861 (page 47); 1871 (Div. 2, page 34); 1881 (Div. 2, page 30), and 1891 (Div. 2, page 58).
Charles Brown
born ca 1825 Bowmanville, Ontario
died
married Melissa Burgess
born ca 1830 Union, Yarmouth Twsp., Elgin Co.
Died November 20, 1892 Malahide; age 62
children: Henry, Chancy, Ida, Anna, Mary, Etta
1. Henry A. Brown (son of Charles & Melissa)
born August 18, 1855 Malahide
died November 14, 1929 Bayham Township; age 74 yrs. 3 mos. 2 days
Henry is buried in Union cemetery, according to his death registration, but there is no marker. Henry’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, November 21, 1929:
DEATH OF HENRY A. BROWN
The death of Henry A. Brown occurred at the home of his sister, Mrs. Emery Chalk, at Calton, on Thursday, Nov. 14th. Deceased was in his 75th year and was born in Malahide township, where he lived for many years. For fourteen years he resided in London, and recently has been making his home with his sister, Mrs. Chalk.  Three sisters survive: Mrs. A. Anderson, Detroit; Mrs. Emery Chalk, Calton, and Mrs. Harvey Cohoon, Aylmer. The late Mr. Brown was not married. The funeral was held at the home of Mrs. Chalk at Calton, on Saturday, Nov. 16th, at 2 o’clock, and interment took place in the Union cemetery. Rev. Schultz, of Port Burwell, had charge.  A solo, “Jesus Saviour Pilot Me”, was rendered by the Misses Cameron.  Mrs. Schultz was accompanist.  There were many floral tributes. Friends were present from Detroit, London, St. Thomas, Union, and Aylmer. The pallbearers were Walter Johnson, Clifford Ellis, Harry Matthews, Alex. Bain, Ira Mitchell and Wilfrid Chalk.
2. Chancey H. Brown (son of Charles & Melissa)
born 1857
died October 7, 1876; age 19 yrs. 5 days; buried in Union cemetery
3. Ida Brown (dau of Charles & Melissa)
born ca 1860; died Sept. 22, 1876; age 16 yrs. 3 mos. 25 days; buried in Union cemetery
4. Anna Brown (dau of Charles & Melissa)
born ca 1862; married (?) _____Anderson
5. Mary Maud Brown (dau of Charles & Melissa)
born 1868 Malahide
died Nov. 28, 1941; buried in Calton cemetery
married Sept. 26, 1901 Thomas Emery Chalk (1873-1959)
Mary’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 4, 1941:
DEATH OF MRS. EMERY CHALK
Mary Chalk, beloved wife of Emery Chalk, well-known farmer at Calton, died on Friday, November 28th, at her home on Con. 3 Bayham, after an illness of six months. She was born in Malahide township 72 years ago and had lived her entire married life on the farm where she died.  Mrs. Chalk was a member of the Calton Baptist church and was a life member of the Home and Foreign Mission Circles of the Aylmer Baptist church. Surviving are her husband; one son, Wilfred, of Toronto; one daughter, Berenice, at home; two sisters, Mrs. Harvey E. Cohoon, Aylmer, and Mrs. Annie Anderson, Saginaw, Mich.  Also three grandchildren: Marion, Donald and Allan Chalk, of Tillsonburg.  The funeral service was held at her late residence at Calton on Monday at 2 o’clock p.m. Three ministers officiated: Rev. L. E. Mason, of the Aylmer Baptist church; Rev. A. J. Shultz, of Kitchener, a former pastor at Calton, and Rev. Ernest Butcher, the present pastor at Calton. The casket was banked with many beautiful floral designs in pillows, sprays and vases, from relatives, neighbours and friends. During the service Mr. Jas. H. Barnum sang, “Beyond”.  He was accompanied at the piano by Mrs. McLay Miller, of Aylmer.  The pallbearers were Cliff Huffman, Harley Learn, Ira Mitchell, George Roszell, Monte Wilson and Marry McConnell.  Interment was made in the Calton cemetery.  Among the many who attended were relatives and friends from Toronto, Tillsonburg, Flint, Detroit, Windsor, Kingsville, Kitchener, London, Woodstock, St. Thomas, and Aylmer.
6. Alice Brown (dau of Charles & Melissa)
born 1866
died August 1868; age 2 yrs. 6 mos. 25 days; buried in Union cemetery
7. Etta L. Brown (dau of Charles & Melissa)
born 1873; died 1959; buried in Calton cemetery
married July 17, 1901 Harvey Elgin Cohoon (1874 – 1948)
Families from lot 33, 34 and 35:
VANVELZER
Members of the Vanvelzer family owned various parcels of property in lot 33, 34 and 35. Names found in the lot by lot listing are John, William Eugene, Isaac, Ercelius, James P., Raymond, and Jacob.
The following Vanvelzer family members are found in Malahide census records:
1861: John (page 26); Raymond (page 26); Jacob (page 27)
1871: William (Div. 2, page 33); Raymond (Div. 2, page 33); John (Div. 2, page 34)
1881: Raymond (Div. 2, page 35); John (Div. 2, page 35); Isaac (Div. 2, page 47); William (Div. 2, page 63), and Ercelius (Div. 1, page 41).
1891: Raymond (Div. 2, page 56); Americus (Div. 2, page 56); William (Div. 1, page 20); Isaac (Div. 2, page 59)
1901: Isaac (Div. 1, page 13); Americus, Ercelius, George (all Div. 2, page 3); James (Div. 2, page 17)
The Vanvelzer family can be traced back to Daniel Vanvelzer and his wife Betsey Beadle, who were married on May 5, 1772 at Long Island, New York.  They had a farm at Cold Spring Harbor, Long Island, New York.  They were United Empire Loyalists, and left New York during or after the American Revolution, settling in Digby County, Nova Scotia.  They had at least one son, Jacob Vanvelzer, born 1773, who came to Malahide Township, and is the father of the family outlined here.
Jacob Vanvelzer (son of Daniel Vanvelzer & Betsey Beadle)
born 1773
died October 2, 1864 Malahide Township, age 91 yrs. 6 mos. 7 days
married June 22, 1800 Sarah Raymond, in Dibgy, Nova Scotia
born 1782
died May 21, 1867 Malahide; age 85 yrs. 7 mos. 2 days
Jacob & Sarah are buried in Calton cemetery.
Children: Asenath, Phoebe, John, Raymond, Nancy, Sarah, Betsey Ann, Emily
1. Asenath Vanvelzer (dau of Jacob & Sarah)
born 1804
died November 13, 1887; age 83 yrs. 5 mos. 26 days; buried in Calton
married Elijah Phelps
children: David, Daniel, Susan, Elijah, James, Jane
2. Phoebe Vanvelzer (dau of Jacob & Sarah)
born 1805
married Silas Prichard
see Prichard / Pritchard family in this volume
3. John Vanvelzer (son of Jacob & Sarah)
born 1808 Digby, Nova Scotia
died June 6, 1892 Malahide; age 84 yrs. 4 mos. 15 days; buried in Calton
married 1.  April 16, 1833 Ann Koyle
born 1814
died August 8, 1853; age 49
married 2.  Feb. 10, 1857 Mary Jane Saxton Backhouse
born 1825
Died December 6, 1870; age 45 yrs. 11 mos; buried in Dunboyne
Mary Jane Saxton was the daughter of John Haines Saxton & Ann Teed. She was married first to James J. Backhouse in 1843, who died in 1855. (see Backhouse family in this volume).
children: (1st marriage) – David, William, John, Sarah, Hulda, Jacob
children: (2nd marriage) – Lafayette, Isaac, Americus, Eugene
1.David Vanvelzer (son of John & Ann)
2.William R. Vanvelzer (son of John & Ann)
Born 1841; died 1842; age 1 yr. 6 mos; buried in Calton
3.Daniel Vanvelzer (son of John & Ann)
Born 1834; died 1841, age 7; buried in Calton
4.Sarah E. Vanvelzer (dau of John & Ann)
Born 1838; died 1842, age 4 yrs.; buried in Calton
5.Hulda Ann Vanvelzer (dau of John & Ann)
Born ca 1835 Malahide; died June 30, 1911
married Oct. 25, 1864 Benjamin McConnell (son of Benjamin & Catherine)
born 1813 Nova Scotia
Hulda’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, July 13, 1911:
In the death of Mrs. Huldah A. McConnell, which took place on the 30th day of June, Calton loses its oldest resident and the church one of its oldest members. She was the widow of the late Benjamin McConnell, and daughter of the late John VanVelzer, and has lived her life of 74 years within a mile of Calton.  She leaves to mourn her loss two step-sons, Mahlon and Adolphus McConnell, and four brothers Isaac VanVelzer, of Union; W. E., of Wroxeter; G. L. and A. V., of Calton, also many relatives and warm friends. She was buried on Sunday July 2nd in Calton cemetery, the funeral services being conducted by the pastor Mr. Vail.
6.Jacob Vanvelzer (son of John & Ann)
Born 1847 Malahide; died April 8, 1886 Malahide, age 39; buried in Calton
married Catherine A. ______ (died Dec. 14, 1885, age 49)
7.George Lafayette Vanvelzer (son of John & Jane)
Born November 15, 1857
died February 20, 1925 Lot 35, Con. 4, Malahide; buried in Calton
Married May 25, 1885  Alice Wilson (died Aug. 31, 1893, age 31 y. 5 m. 18 d)
George’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 26, 1925:
The funeral of the late George L. VanVelzor, was held from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Owen Kinsey, Calton, on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Rev. J. Fanjoy, of Pt. Burwell officiated, and interment was made in the Calton cemetery.  Many friends and relatives attended the service. George L. VanVelzor, died on Friday, the 20th inst., following a brief illness, in his 68th year.  Deceased had resided in Malahide township practically all his life and was widely known and highly respected.  He was a consistent member of the Baptist Church, Calton, and in politics a staunch Liberal. For years he took an active part in municipal affairs and was behind every good movement in the district. His wife predeceased him some thirty years ago. Two daughters survive, Mrs. Owen Kinsey, and Mrs. Fred James, of Calton; also three brothers and one sister: Isaac, of Union; Eugene, of Wroxeter; A. V., of Aylmer, and Mrs. George Butler, of Aylmer. Children of George & Alice Vanvelzer: Ethel, Edna
1.Ethel Audrey Vanvelzer (born May 14, 1889)
Married June 26, 1912 Owen C. Kinsey
2.Edna Beatrice Vanvelzer (born August 24, 1893)
children of John Vanvelzer & Mary Saxton Backhouse, continued:
8.Isaac Saxton Vanvelzer (son of John & Mary)
Born May 6, 1860 Calton
died October 25, 1925 Yarmouth; buried Plains Cemetery, Union, Ont.
married 1. Nov. 5, 1880 Jerusha A. Vanvelzer (dau of Raymond & Susanna)
married 2. March 5, 1884 Thirza Jane Dunn
Born Oct. 21, 1866 Devonshire, England
Died August 18, 1923 Yarmouth Township
Isaac’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, October 29, 1925:
ISAAC S. VANVELZER
Isaac Saxton VanVelzer, a highly esteemed resident of the Union road, Sparta, passed away at his residence, Sunday morning, October 25th, aged 65 years.  Mr. VanVelzer was born at Calton, Ont., and had resided in Aylmer, Talbotville, White’s Station and Union. He was a member of Plain’s church and choir. For the past twenty years he had made his home in the Sparta district.  He had been a farmer all his life. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. (Rev.) W. E. Donnelley, Stratford; Miss Vera, at home; and Miss Bertha, Harper Hospital, Detroit; two sons, Fred, of Union, and Jack, at home; a sister, Mrs. George Butler, Aylmer; two brothers, Eugene VanVelzer, Wroxeter; and A. V., of Aylmer. Mrs. VanVelzer predeceased him two years ago, and a brother, LaFayette VanVelzer, of Calton, died a year ago. The funeral was held from the residence to the cemetery of the Plains Baptist church, on Tuesday at 2:30 o’clock.  Rev. J. N. Gould, officiated.
children: Edith, Vera, Fred, Jack
1.Edith Pearl Vanvelzer (born March 29, 1889)
Married June 11, 1913 Walter Edward Donnelly
2.Vera Ruby Grace Vanvelzer (born March 13, 1891)
3.Isaac Frederick Vanvelzer (born November 3, 1901)
4.Jack Vanvelzer
9.Americus V. Vanvelzer (son of John & Mary)
Born 1862
died April 20, 1944; buried in Calton
married 1. Oct. 21, 1885  Alice McConnell (dau of Mahlon McConnell)
Born Feb. 10, 1866 Bayham
died Nov. 22,  1922 Lot 35, Con. 4, Malahide
married 2.  April 14, 1928 Sarah Estella Snelgrove (died Sept. 6, 1936, 52nd yr)
Americus’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, April 27, 1944:
A. V. VANVELZER PASSES SUDDENLY IN 82ND YEAR
A resident of Aylmer for the past 20 years, Americas V. VanVelzer, was found dead in the garden at his home on John street south by two neighbours on Friday morning, April 21st.  J. W. Free and Wm. Blanchard, who were painting the house next door found the body about 8:30 when coming to work.  The attending physician stated that the man had been dead from twelve to fifteen hours, and believed that he had suffered from a heart attack when he was working late in the day in his garden.  No inquest was held.  Born at Calton 82 years ago, he was the son of the late John VanVelzer and Jane Saxton, and he remained on the homestead farm until about 20 years ago, when he moved to Aylmer at the time of his wife’s death and has lived here since that time.  Mr. VanVelzer was a member of Aylmer Baptist church, and is survived by one daughter, Mabel, of Detroit, and one brother, W. E. VanVelzer, of Wroxeter, Ontario. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the Atkinson Funeral Home with a large number of relatives and friends present.  Rev. F. J. Helps of the Aylmer Baptist church was in attendance. Beautiful floral tributes surrounded the casket and consisted of wreaths, pillows and sprays. The pallbearers were Lorne James, Frank Mott, Geo. Rozelle, Fred Kaiser, William Candy and Edward Johnson. The flower bearers were Keith Bodkin, Charles Clarke, Roger Partlow and Laurie VanVelzer. Interment was made in the Calton cemetery. Relatives were present from Detroit, Wroxeter, St. Thomas, Calton, Union and this district.
Children of Americus: Florence Mabel Vanvelzer (May 4, 1891-1964)
10.William Eugene Vanvelzer (son of John & Mary)
Born ca 1864
married February 28, 1894 Susan Annetta Ferris
children: Hazel, Rona
1.Hazel Kathleen Vanvelzer (born Feb. 23, 1898 Elgin Co.)
2.Rona Marguerite Vanvelzer (born Jan. 25, 1906 Carrick Twp, Bruce Co)
4. Jacob Raymond Vanzelzer (son of Jacob & Sarah)
born November 1, 1812 Digby, Nova Scotia
died December 18, 1891 Malahide, in his 80th year; buried in Calton
married December 28, 1843 Susanna Weaver
born 1821
died August 13, 1878; age 57 yrs. 2 mos. 14 days
Raymond’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 24, 1891 in the Calton news:
Mr. Raymond Vanvelzor, an old farmer of this place, died on Sunday morning. The deceased leaves four sons to mourn his loss. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock a.m. at Calton.
children: Leonard, William, Ercelius, James Peter, George, Alma
1.Leonard Vanvelzer (son of Raymond & Susanna)
2.William A. Vanvelzer (son of Raymond & Susanna)
Born 1847
died October 17, 1906, in his 60th year; buried in Calton
married Naomi Jane Marr (dau of James Marr & Catherine Saxton)
born June 24, 1849
died February 25, 1929 Bayham; in her 80th year
Naomi’s obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, February 28, 1929:
DEATH OF MRS. N. VANVELSOR, CALTON
Naomi VanVelzor, relict of the late William VanVelzor, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harry McConnell at Calton on Monday, February 25th, in her 80th year. Deceased was born near Vienna, Ont., and where she resided for many years.  She was also a resident of Aylmer for a time, but for the past 23 years has lived at Calton, where she leaves many friends for she was a good neighbour and a staunch friend.  Mrs. VanVelzor was a life-long member of the Baptist church. Her husband predeceased her a number of years ago. Surviving are three daughters, Miss Ida VanVelzor, and Mrs. Dwight Cohoon, Toronto; Mrs. Harry McConnell, Calton; one son, Leonard VanVelzor, Toronto, and one sister, Mrs. Suttle, of Vienna. The funeral was held from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Harry McConnell, Calton, on Wednesday, Feb. 27th, at 2 p.m. Rev. Schultz, of Port Burwell had charge and interment was made in the Calton cemetery.
children of William & Naomi: Ida, Gertrude, Leonard, Louis, Eloise
1.Ida Vanvelzer (April 24, 1873 – 1952)
2.Gertrude Alice Vanvelzer (born Jan. 3, 1875)
Married Oct. 22, 1902 George Cohoon
3.Leonard Vanvelzer (born Jan. 3, 1877)
Married Sept. 14, 1903 Maud E. Light
4.Louis Vanvelzer (born May 21, 1881; died Apr. 18, 1911, 31st year)
5.Eloise Vanvelzer (born 1884); married Sept. 25, 1901 Henry L. McConnell
3.Ercelius Edgar Vanvelzer (son of Raymond & Susanna)
Born 1850; died March 24, 1933 Regina, Sask.; buried in Calton
married Jan. 2, 1873 Mary Jane Cartwright (1857-1945)
Ercelius’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, March 30, 1933:
E. E. VANVELZER BURIED AT CALTON
Remains Brought from Regina Where He Died
Ercelius E. VanVelzer, retired Calton farmer, died on Friday morning, March 24th, at Regina, and the remains were brought to Calton for interment.  With Mrs. VanVelzer he had gone to spend the winter with their daughter, Mrs. J. W. Wickworth, in Regina.  He was in his 84th year and was a native of Calton where he had lived all his life, being a successful farmer. He was a member of the Calton Baptist church.  Mr and Mrs VanVelzer celebrated their diamond wedding at Regina, on January 2nd.  One daughter, Mrs. Wickworth, and his wife, survive, also a brother, George, of Milwaukee.  The funeral was held at the Calton Church, on Monday, at 3 p.m. and was largely attended. Rev. Schultz, of Forrest, formerly of Pt. Burwell, had charge.  The choir led in the singing of hymns, and a duet by D. Phillips and Fred Kennedy, “Looking This Way” was sung, and a solo, “The End of the Road”, by Harley Learn.  The pallbearers were Ira Mitchell, Wilfred Chalk, Russell McKibbon, Norman Johnson, Monty Wilson and Joe Millard.  Among the relatives present were Mrs. VanVelzer and Mrs. Wickworth, of Regina; George VanVelzer, Toronto; Mrs. (Dr.) Duncombe, St. Thomas; Mr and Mrs Harvey Cohoon, E. V. VanVelzer, D. J. Teeple, Mrs. Ralph Dowson, Aylmer; William Pound and Miss A. Pound, Talbot St. East; Cecil Cartwright, St. Thomas; Mr and Mrs Roy Hewitt, Yarmouth Centre; Mr and Mrs Emerson Cohoon, Sparta, and other relatives.  Interment took place in the Aylmer cemetery [sic].
Children of Ercelius: Joey, Maletta
1.Joseph (Joey) Raymond Vanvelzer (died Sept. 11, 1902, age 8 yrs. 5 mos.)
2.Maletta J. Vanvezler (born ca 1884)
Married Dec. 31, 1901 James Walter Wickware (or Wickworth)
4.James Peter Vanvelzer (son of Raymond & Susanna)
Born July 12, 1857 Malahide
died December 2, 1931; in his 75th year; buried in Calton
married Mar. 9, 1882 Arsula P. Chalk (1859 – Dec. 12, 1904 in her 46th year)
James’ obituary appeared in the Aylmer Express, December 10, 1931:
JAMES P. VANVELZER DIED SUDDENLY
Was Ready to Leave Hospital and Suddenly Expired
Death came with a startling suddenness to James P. VanVelzer, well-known resident of Calton, in the Memorial Hospital, St. Thomas, on Wednesday, Dec. 2nd. Mr. VanVelzer had undergone a minor operation and was apparently recovering very nicely, so that he was given permission to go home.  His daughter was on the way to take him home, when he suddenly expired, after he had dressed and was sitting in a chair.  Deceased was in his 75th year, and was born in Malahide Township, living practically all his life on his farm near Calton.  He was a successful farmer and a man highly respected throughout the community. He was s member of the Calton Baptist Church in which he always took a great interest, having assisted in the choir and in the Sunday School.  In politics he was a Reformer.  His wife predeceased him twenty-seven years ago.  One son and one daughter survive:  Murray, of Craig, Sask., and Mrs. Frank Mott, at home. Also two brothers, George VanVelzer, of Milwaukee; and Cecil, in the Canadian West.  The funeral was held on Monday, December 7th.  After a short service at the house, burial took place in the Calton cemetery, followed by a service in the Calton church, in charge of the pastor, Rev. A. J. Schultz.  Many neighbours and friends attended and there were a great number of beautiful floral tributes.  Among the relatives present from a distance were Mr. George VanVelzer, of Milwaukee, and Mrs. E. B. VanVelzer, of Toronto.
Children: Murray, Nora
1.Murray Raymond Vanvelzer (born Sept. 6, 1884); married Minnie Truman
Children: Louis Dwight (born Feb. 4, 1906)
2.Nora Vanvelzer (born April 2, 1887) (married Frank Mott)
5.George Weaver Vanvelzer (son of Raymond & Susanna)
Born 1862; married Oct. 23, 1883 Phoebe Ann Chute
An article about a gathering of George’s family appeared in the Aylmer Express, Jan. 22, 1948:
FORMER CALTON FAMILY GATHERS IN CALIFORNIA
The home of Mr and Mrs George W. VanVelzer, 609 Ximeo Ave., Long Beach, Calif., longtime residents of Calton, Ont., was the scene of a happy gathering on Christmas Day when, for the first time in 36 years, their whole family was reunited.  Present for the occasion were Miss Alma VanVelzer, of Milwaukee and Mrs. George Harwood of Rockwood, Ont., the daughters; and Charles VanVelzer of Long Beach, Calif.; and Delbert VanVelzer, of Brantford, Ont; the sons.  Also attending were Mrs. Charles VanVelzer, Mrs. Delbert VanVelzer and Mrs. Harwood’s son, Robin.  Mr and Mrs George VanVelzer are descendents of Dutch parents who settled in New York city when it was known as New Amsterdam. They were married in Canada 64 years ago, Mrs. VanVelzer being the former Miss Phoebe Ann Chute, a native of near Port Burwell. They were married on Oct. 23, 1883 and lived on the VanVelzer homestead near Calton until 1923 and after residing in Milwaukee for some years, moved to Long Beach, Calif., in 1938.  Mr. VanVelzer was born on the homestead. Both are in their 86th year.  It is of interest that the last time the family was together was for one of the son’s wedding on Jan. 25, 1911. There are six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
children: Delbert, Alma, Bessie, Charles
1.Delbert Lorne Vanvelzer (born 1891)
Married Dec. 25, 1916 Gertrude McIntyre Willis
2.Alma Amelia Vanvelzer (born September 30, 1893)
3.Bessie Blanche Vanvelzer (born Nov. 10, 1903); married George Harwood
4.Charles Vanvelzer
6.Alma Vanvelzer (dau of Raymond & Susanna)
Died June 2, 1866, age 25 days; buried in Calton
7.Jerusha A. Vanvelzer (dau of Raymond & Susanna)
Born 1860
died May 3, 1881, age 21 yrs. 4 mos; buried in Calton
married Nov. 5, 1880  Isaac Saxton Vanvelzer
5. Nancy Vanvelzer (dau of Jacob & Sarah)
born 1815; died 1892; buried in Calton
married December 24, 1833 Benjamin Corporon (1811-1891)
6. Sarah Vanvelzer (dau of Jacob & Sarah)
born 1817; married John Weaver
7. Betsey Ann Vanvelzer (dau of Jacob & Sarah)
born 1820; married John Griffin
8. Emily (Amelia) Vanvelzer (dau of Jacob & Susan)
born 1822; died 1859; married November 14, 1843 John Arnold
Families from Lot 34 & 35:
PARLEE
Benjamin Parlee owned 100 acres (north half) of lot 35 from 1834 to 1862.  George A. Parlee owned 50 acres of this property from 1862 until 1865.  Benjamin also owned the north half (100 acres) of lot 34 from 1834 to 1855, followed by George from 1855 to the 1860’s.  In lot 31, William Parlee obtained a Crown Patent for the north half (100 acres) in 1848, and in lot 32, Edwin Parlee obtained a Crown Patent for the north half (100 acres) in 1851.  The Township Papers for Malahide show a grant to William Moody Parlee in 1848 for 100 acres, the north half of lot 31, concession 4.
The family is found in the 1861 Malahide census (page 37), including Benjamin’s widow Sarah, and family George (with wife Thankful), Eliza, Adela and Sarah.  The family moved to Yarmouth Township, where George & Thankful are found on the 1871 census there (Div. 4, page 18).
According to postings on Rootsweb on the Internet, Benjamin Harned Parlee was born in 1791 in Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick, the son of Peter Parlee (born 1764 in New Jersey or Pennsylvania), and his wife Keziah Harned (born 1773).  Benjamin was married to Sarah Snider on March 14, 1816 in Sussex, NB.
Benjamin Parlee is buried in Calton cemetery, but the stone is broken and the inscription cannot be read.  His estate file is # 25 in the Elgin County Surrogate Court records.  He had no will, but the file indicates he died on October 15, 1855.  Sarah’s date of death and burial location is unknown.
Four children of Benjamin are found in the records of St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Tyrconnell, for
confirmations held in Bayham in 1842: Edwin James, 16, William, 24,  Eliza Jane, 15 and Frances, 16.
Benjamin Harned Parlee (son of Peter Parlee & Keziah Harned)
born January 23, 1791 Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick
died October 15, 1855 Malahide
married March 14, 1816 Sarah Snider, in Sussex, NB
born ca 1798 New Brunswick
children: William, Eliza Jane, Edwin James, Frances, Adela, Lydia, George, infant
1. William Moody Parlee (son of Benjamin & Sarah)
born ca 1817 New Brunswick
died May 15, 1852; age 35 yrs. 3 mos. 15 days; buried in Calton cemetery
2. Eliza Jane Parlee (dau of Benjamin & Sarah)
born 1826 New Brunswick
died February 6, 1900 St. Thomas, Ont, age 73 yrs. 7 mos. 20 days
married June 15, 1863 Isaac Courser
born ca 1818; died January 20, 1898, age 81 yrs. 10 mos.
Isaac & Eliza Jane are buried in West Ave Cemetery, St. Thomas.  Also buried in their plot is Sarah J. Parlee, died Dec. 9, 1872, age 16 yrs. 10 mos.  Sarah is found on the 1861 Malahide census, age 4,  with Benjamin’s widow Sarah and two unmarried daughters, Eliza & Adela.  It is quite probable that Sarah was a daughter of either Eliza or Adela
3. Edwin James Parlee (son of Benjamin & Sarah)
born ca 1826 New Brunswick
married Mary Jane ____
children: Sarah Jane
The baptism of Sarah Jane Parlee on Aug. 10, 1857, dau of James E. & Mary Jane, a farmer, of Malahide, was found in the records of St. Thomas Anglican church.  She was born on Jan. 29, 1857.
The burial register for the Old English cemetery in St. Thomas records the burial of a Mary Jane Parlee on August 10, 1857. This could be the wife of Edwin James.
4. Frances Parlee (dau of Benjamin & Sarah)
born ca 1826
Frances may have married John Maughan and moved from the area. A marriage registration was found for Wesley McCausland, of Aylmer (son of James McCausland & Maria Ward), to Adelia Maughan, 22, (born 1856), born Eglington, York Co., residence Owen Sound, dau of John Maughan & Frances R. Parlee, on January 17, 1878 in Owen Sound, Grey County.  Wesley & Adelia McCausland are found on the 1881 census in Aylmer (page 30).
5. Adelia Parlee (dau of Benjamin & Sarah)
born ca 1827
6. Lydia Parlee (dau of Benjamin & Sarah)
born ca 1831
died (buried) April 4, 1860 Malahide
Lydia’s death is recorded in the 1861 Malahide census death schedule, from “putrid sore throat”. Her name is found in the burial register of the Old English cemetery, St. Thomas.
7. George Alfred Parlee (son of Benjamin & Sarah)
born June 13, 1833 New Brunswick
died December 19, 1904 Southwold Twsp., age 72 yrs. 6 mos.
married Feb. 1, 1858 Thankful Newcombe (dau of Abraham & Olive)
born October 21, 1841  Yarmouth
died February 3, 1893, age 51
George & Thankful are buried in West Ave cemetery, St. Thomas.  George died at the Elgin County House of Industry, where he was admitted from Aylmer, four days prior to his death, due to sickness.
They are found on the Malahide 1861 census (page 37), and on the 1871 Yarmouth census (Div. 4, page 18), where he was a hotel keeper.
Mention of Thankful’s death appears in the Aylmer Express, February 9, 1893:
Miss H. Parlee was called home last week to attend the funeral of her mother, Mrs. G. A. Parlee, of Yarmouth, whose death occurred on Thursday after a long and severe sickness of about four years.
Children:   Edith, Mary Jane, Alice, Hattie, William, Lillian, George, Donna
1.Edith Lydia Parlee (dau of George & Thankful)
born August 19, 1860 Calton, Ontario
died June 21, 1928 47 East Street, St. Thomas, age 68
Edith was unmarried, and was a school teacher at the Collegiate Institute. She is buried in West Ave Cemetery, St. Thomas. Her obituary appeared in the St. Thomas Times Journal, June 22, 1928:
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MISS EDITH L. PARLEE IS CLAIMED BY DEATH
Prominent Teacher, Formerly of Fort William, Dies After Long Illness
Death claimed a well known resident of this city in the person of Miss Edith Lydia Parlee, who passed away at her home, 47 East Street, Thursday evening, after a long illness.  Miss Parlee was born at Calton, sixty-eight years ago, a daughter of the late George and Thankful Parlee, who resided at Yarmouth Centre the greater part of their lives.  Miss Parlee spent many years of her life in the teaching profession. She was head of the Commercial Department of the Collegiate Institute at Fort William for seventeen years, also spending eight years in Goderich and four years at Clinton.  Miss Parlee came to St. Thomas last September when she retired from active work and was taken ill shortly after. She was very highly respected and was of a most amiable, generous and charitable disposition and she had a host of friends throughout Ontario who will sincerely mourn her death.  During her illness many came from distant points to payt heir respects to a dear friend. Miss Parlee was always a faithful and devoted member of the Methodist (now United) church, a life member of the W. M. S., and a member of the W. C. T. U. She always took an active part in all church work. While a resident of Fort William, Miss Parlee was head of the Canadian Legion and she was considered the best commercial teacher in Ontario. She leaves to mourn her death three sisters, Mrs. Martin Kennedy, Fort William; Miss Alice Parlee, Vancouver; Mrs. James Walker, Berkley; one brother, George Parlee, Victoria, B.C.; and two sisters Lilly of Vancouver and Mrs. John Fraser, of Armstrong, B.C., predeceased her.  Mrs. G. K. Crocker, of St. Thomas, is the only surviving aunt.  The funeral will be held on Saturday at 4 p.m. from 47 East Street to the St. Thomas cemetery. Rev. Dr. Martin, of First United Church, will conduct the service.
2.Mary Jane Parlee (dau of George & Thankful)
Born September 4, 1862 Calton, Ont.
Married Nov. 23, 1887 John Fraser
3.Alice Parlee (dau of George & Thankful)
Born April 4, 1864 Calton, Ont.
4.Hattie Parlee (dau of George & Thankful)
Born Oct. 17, 1865 Calton, Ont.
Died 1928; buried in West Ave Cemetery, St. Thomas
married April 10, 1912 Martin Kennedy
5.William Alfred Parlee (son of George & Thankful)
Born February 4, 1870 Yarmouth Centre, Yarmouth Twsp.
Died January 8, 1894; age 23 years; buried in West Ave Cemetery, St. Thomas
6.Lillian Parlee (dau of George & Thankful)
Born July 8, 1871 Yarmouth Centre, Yarmouth Twsp.
7.George Abram Parlee (son of George & Thankful)
Born June 30, 1874 Yarmouth Centre, Yarmouth Twsp.
8.Donna Adelia Parlee (dau of George & Thankful)
Born May 4, 1886 Yarmouth Centre, Yarmouth Twsp.
Married James Walker
8. Infant son (son of Benjamin & Sarah)
born June 11, 1836
died June 27, 1836; buried in Calton cemetery