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PRICILLA ANN RATHFON
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 30 October 1931]
Bethel, Oct. 30-Death claimed still another of the older residents of Bethel, Sunday morning, when Pricilla Ann, beloved wife of John Rathfon, entered into rest. Mrs. Rathfon, who at the time of her death, had attained the age of 85 years and 24 days, took a kindly interest in activities of the day, and the welfare of her friends and neighbors. Although she had resided here but six years, and because of her advanced age was not able to leave home. Often she was recipient of much kindly attention from relatives and friends and she delighted in welcoming them in her home. Her gracious, kindly personality will always be remembered not only by those who knew and loved her best, but by those who met her most casually.
Pricilla Ann, daughter of Jonas and Elizabeth Fares Augustine, was born in Wainfllet, October 1, 1846, and was the last member of her family, having been predeceased by her brother, J.W. Augustine of Burnaby but 2 years ago. About 47 years ago she married John Rathfon of Wainfleet and accompanied him to Battle Creek, Michigan, where the family made their home for several years. Later they returned to Wainfleet where they resided until six years go, when they removed to Bethel, following the diposal of their lake front home. Although Mrs. Rathfon’s health was failing, death came suddenly, as she was only taken seriously ill on Friday evening proceding her death early Sunday morning.
Besides the devoted husband there survives five step-children, Mrs. Emmaneul Reeb of Montrose, Ezra Rathfon of Gas Line, Benjamin of Wainfleet, Clayton of Columbia, Pa., and Horace of Bethel; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
The funeral services from the home, Tuesday at 1 p.m., to the Mennonite church of Humberstone at 2 p.m., were largely attended by sympathizing neighbors and friends. Rev. Jonas Anthes was in charge of the service at the home and Rev. Wilmer E. Steele conducted the church service, interment being made at Morgan’s Point cemetery. The four step-sons, the son-in-law, Emmanuel Reeb, and a nephew, Harold Augustine of Burnaby, were chosen to act as pall-bearers.
Among those from out-of-town who attended the funeral were Miss Emma Augustine of Arkona, Mr.and Mrs. Pirrie of Ingersoll. Mrs Teal of Fort Erie, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Houck, Mr.and Mrs. Harold Augustine and Mrs. J.W. Augustine, all of Wainfleet.
Now we know how the Rathfon Inn got its name. Great bit of property. And Reeb’s Bay!!!
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