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ANN WILLSON
Wainfleet News
[Welland Tribune, 21 January 1898]
Ann Priestman, relict of late Stephen Willson, died at the residence of her son, P.J. Willson, in Wainfleet, on Sunday last, at the advanced age of 85 years, 9 months and 16 days. Deceased was a native of Canada, daughter of late Thomas Priestman, one of the first settlers on the Forkes Road. Her husband, late Stephen Willson, departed this life 13 years ago. Of her father’s family, but two now survive-Thomas and Samuel Priestman, of Wainfleet. Of her own children two sons and four daughters are still living, viz: Thomas and P.J. Willson of Wainfleet; Mrs. Teal of Oregon, now here on a visit; Mrs. Mrs. Wm. Armour of Duplain, Mich.; Mrs. Gavin Henderson and Mrs. Peter Barrick, both of Welland. Mrs. Willson preserved her facilities, both mental and physical, remarkably well until the end, which came quickly, her illness-heart failure-lasting but four days, from Wednesday until Sunday.
In religious faith deceased was an adherent of the Society of Friends. Her funeral took place on Wednesday, interment at the family burying ground. Respected and beloved by all who knew her, her mortal remains were laid at rest amid a large gathering of sorrowing and sympathizing friends.
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