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[Welland Tribune March 18, 1947]
Caroline McKenzie Lynn, wife of Herbert Lynn of Stop 17, died on Monday at her home. Born in Greenock, Scotland, she came to Canada 36 years ago, and had resided in the Welland district for 30 years. She had been in poor health for some years. She was a member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian church.
Surviving relatives include deceased’s husband Herbert Lynn, two daughters, Hazel, Mrs Kadmon C. Baer of Toledo, O. Alberta, Mrs. D. S. Hepburn of Florida, U.S.A.; and three sons, Charles and Leslie in Welland and Robert at home; also a brother and sister at Greenock. Another sister, Mrs. John Ballantyne, died in Welland nine years ago. Three grand children survive. The funeral will be held from the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home, 152 Hellems avenue at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, to Fonthill cemetery and Rev. A,D. Sutherland will officiate.
[Welland Tribune March 18, 1947]
The funeral of the late Osias Seguain, who died on Friday, March 14 at the Welland County General hospital in his 24th year, was held this morning from the residence of his parents Mr. And Mrs Adelard Seguain, 310 Simpson avenue, Crowland to Sacred Heart church, and Father L.J. Bouchard conducted Requiem Mass. Interment was in Holy Cross cemetery. Pall bearers were Maurice Fournier, Noel Martineau, Florent and Gilbert Gervais, Marcel Seguain and Aime Couture.
[Welland Tribune March 18, 1947]
Fonthill, March 18-Mrs. Grace Rowe, one of Fonthill’s older citizens passed quietly away early Sunday morning at the home of her sister, Mrs. F. Kinsman. Mrs. Rowe, who was in her 77th year, was the second oldest daughter of the late Dr. Jas O. Emmett and had made music her career through the efforts of her piano teaching, which covered a span of 56 years. Her cheery smile and kindly disposition endeared her to the hearts of many in this and the surrounding community.
It is a well known fact that she had many times taught piano to as many as three generations in the same family. Starting to play when she was five years old, she practised diligently and taught her first lesson at the age of 16. In 1886 this was no easy task as she had to driver her own horse and buggy to the homes of her various pupils. From 1889 she studied two years at the Detroit Conservatory of Music, and then continued her studies at the Toronto Conservatory, where she obtained her A.T.C.M. and L.T.C. M. She continued her teaching in this village and taught for five years at the Conservatory.
In 1906 she married Arthur Rowe of Cardiff, Wales, England, but sill carried on with her profession. In 1909 she returned to Fonthill. This was the year the new Baptist church was built and Mrs. Rowe lent her unceasing efforts to the organizing of the choir. She remained as church organist and choir leader for the next 21 years.
Mr. Rowe died in 1914 and Mrs. Rowe carried on her work of teaching until she reached her 72nd year.
More than 1000 pupils came under her capable guidance during her life.This monumental effort alone would make her one of the outstanding citizens of the community. She lived a fine Christian life giving her all to the work she loved.
Mrs. Rowe is survived by two sisters, Mrs. F. Kinsman and Mrs. K. Pitkin both residents of Fonthill.
The funeral is being held on Tuesday afternoon from the late residence with interment in Fonthill cemetery.
[Welland Tribune, 22 October 1897]
A company of unusual proportions assembled at the home of William Crow, one mile east of Fenwick, one mile east of Fenwick, on Tuesday last, to celebrate that gentleman’s sixtieth birthday. It was a complete surprise, gotten up by the family, in which invite friends joined. Forming a company of nearly one hundred persons-from Pelham, Gainsboro and Clinton. The guests came heavily laden with good things, and the tables when laid, were a pretty and appetizing sight. When the first table was being seated, Reeve Hyatt arose to his feet and presented to Mr. Crow, on behalf of the family, a comfortable arm chair in oak, accompanying the gift with a brief neat speech, in which the hope was expressed on behalf of the whole company that the recipient would long be spared to enjoy the beautiful present. Mrs. Crow was Sarah Jane Huntsman, daughter of the late John Huntsman of Clinton township. The happy marriage took place in 1863, and in 1864 Mr. and Mrs. Crow moved to Pelham, where they have since resided, commanding always the respect not only of their neighbors and friends, but the community at large. Two of their children have passed away, those surviving being Mrs. H.G. Diffin of Pelham Centre, and Alandes Crow who lives at the old home. Tuesday was an ideal October day, warm and pleasant, and the large company walked about the beautiful lawn or sat beneath the shading trees, and indulged in games and social chat. It was a genuine old-fashion and happy visit, enjoyed by a host of old friends, who will long remember the gathering with sincere pleasure.
10 October 1837-4 February 1915
Hamilton Herald, Oct. 13, 1897
[Welland Tribune, 15 October 1897]
Several hundred women and a score of men assembled at St. Patrick’s church this morning to witness the marriage of Miss Julia Cox, daughter of Mrs. James Cox, King William street, to Walter V. Smith, the popular deputy sheriff of Welland. Chancellor Craven officiated, and during the interesting ceremony there were vocal solos by Miss Tessie Stuart, Miss Hanley and James Cox, brother of the bride. The bride looked just as charming as a bride is supposed to look under the circumstances, and she was beautifully gowned in white silk, trimmed with gauze and chiffon, wore a picture hat and carried a bouquet of white roses.
Her sister, Miss Millie Cox, was bridesmaid and she was gowned in blue silk, wore a black velvet picture hat and carried pink roses. H.W. McCoomb of Welland was groomsman. The groom’s gift to the bride was a gold watch and chain, to the bridesmaid a gold ring set with emeralds and pearls, and to the groomsman a silver coat hanger.
The ceremony took place at 9.30, after which there was a wedding breakfast, served by Caterer Knapman, at Mrs. Cox’x home on King William street. The outside guests were from Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Welland.
The presents were numerous and handsome, including many rich pieces of silverware, cutlery, chairs and other articles.
The young women associates of Miss Cox presented her with a large onyx clock.
[Welland Tribune May 14, 1897]
On Saturday, Apri 24th, Mrs John Brems, who had been a resident of this village for over twelve years, was buried. She had not been very strong, but no uneasiness about her health was felt. On Easter Sunday she attended the morning service at St. Paul’s church with her family and joined with the congregation in receiving the holy communion on the anniversary of our Lord’s resurrection. On Tuesday morning her daughter, Miss Brems, going into the room where her mother slept found her lying on the floor in a semi-conscious state. All that medical skill could do was done to relieve the sufferer and recoverer her from her sudden seizure but with no avail, and she passed quietly away on Wednesday morning, God having taken her unto Himself.
Mr. Brems, who is captain of a dredge working on the Cardinal canal, was telegraphed for and arrived by the 5.50 train Tuesday evening. He has been engaged for many years with the firm of contractors on some of the great public works of Canada. It was while engaged on the Murray canal that he decided to make Brighton his permanent home. Mrs. Brems and he were both brought up in the county of Welland, where her father, Mr. Syrenus Nelson Pattison, was in general business. Her only brother, the Hon, Israel Pattison, M.D. lives in Oelwein, Iowa, and is a senator of that state. Mr. Brems parents came out from Germany, taking up land near the town of Welland and his brother still lives on the old homestead. Mr. Brems’ two sisters, Mrs. Sauter of Buffalo, and Miss Caroline Brems of Olean, New York, both attended the funeral, also Mrs. Brems’ brother, Senator Pattison. The funeral service, which was held in St. Paul’s church, was largely attended by those who had known and respected the deceased. The familiar and beautiful service of the church of England was read by the Rev. A.G.E. Westmacott, who on entering the church heading the solemn procession recited the opening sentences which gave so much hope to the mourners. After which, hymn 135 was sung.
“Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia
The strife is o’er, the battle done
New is the victor, triumph won.
The usual service was then proceeded with and the clergyman requested all to rise and join in repeating the Apostles creed, facing the east as a sign of their belief in the resurrection. At the close of the service the hymn, “O Paradise,” was sung. At the grave the rest of the service was conducted and the remains left in God’s keeping until the resurrection day. It would be well for us all to try and initiate the example of the deceased, by spending the last opportunity we have in God’s earthly courts and receiving the blessed sacrament of Christ’s redeeming love. Besides her husband she leaves two daughters and one son to mourn her loss.
[Welland Tribune June 11, 1897]
Geo. Sidey was a native of Perthshire, Scotland, born on the 15th of June 1815-on the eve of the battle of Waterloo. His father, James Sidey, and family came to Canada when George was eight years of age. After a short stay at Montreal they came west and settled in Stamford township, upwards of 70 years ago. During the rebellion of 37-38 George Sidey was called out with the militia and served for a time opposite Navy Island, when the followers of Mackenzie were expected to make a descent upon the country. Leaving Stamford, he lived at Thorold, St. Catharines and London, Ont., coming some years ago to live with his children at Welland. His wife-Elizabeth Augustus Tewsley- predeceased him two years ago last March. To them seven children were born, of whom two died in infancy and five survive; three sons- J.J., S.J. and H.C., of the Welland Tribune and Mrs. Jas. B. Stephens, Welland, and Miss Hattie Sidey, St Catharines.
For upward of 60 years deceased was a member of the Methodist church; an earnest and devoted Christian, he did all that lay in his power to advance the Master’s kingdom. A remarkable feature of his long life was that he was never seriously ill until the last; never confined to bed a day in his life until five days before his death. Although he had of late begun to fail rapidly, he was up and about every day until Tuesday morning last week, when he sustained a stroke of paralysis, lingering in a semi-conscious state until 6 a.m. on Sunday, when he quietly passed to that sweet rest of which he had often dwelt in fond anticipation. Of him it might truly be said, death had no sting; the grave no victory. The funeral took place on Tuesday from the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. Stephens; interment at Fonthill cemetery, sons and grandsons acting as pall bearers. In the absence of the Methodist pastor, Rev, Dr, Johnstone and Rev. Mr. McCuaig conducted the services, and paid an earnest tribute to the Christian character and zeal of the departed brother.
[Welland Telegraph, 2 April 1907]
Mrs. Rebecca Scholfield celebrated her 85th birthday on Saturday last. A large number of relatives from the district were present. Among the out-of-town relatives present from a distance were Capt. Geo. Hardison and wife of Ridgeway, Jas. Moore and wife from Ridgeway, Mrs. J. Robertson of Cayuga, Mrs. Wm. Rogers from Rochester, N.Y., grandson’s wife. Mrs. Scholfield is hale and hearty yet, and her many friends hope to hear of her having many more birthdays.
Welland Telegraph
2 April 1907
Died: 20 May 1907-Pneumonia
[Welland Telegraph, 29 March 1907]
The tragic death of Fonthill’s esteemed merchant and townsman, Max Root, has cast a gloom over our village, as Max was well and favourably known to us all. Apparently the bacilli of self-destruction had advanced to that stage where death was the only possible means to rid life of the disease. The funeral on Monday was largely attended and the solely bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the whole township.
[Welland Tribune March 18, 1947]
The funeral of the late Charles Eugene Steele, prominent Port Colborne civic leader and businessman, twice warden of Welland county, whose death occurred at his residence, 296 Fielden avenue, Port Colborne, on Saturday in his 82nd year, was held privately yesterday afternoon from the family residence to Overholt’s cemetery. Rev. Ralph P. Clark, Pastor of Port Colborne Baptist church, of which the late Mr. Steele was a deacon for many years, conducted the service.
During the service Mrs. C.W. Shore played and sang two hymns which had been favorites of the late Mr. Steele, “Jesus Savior Pilot Me” and “Nearer My God to Thee.”
The pallbearers were Charles M. Steele, Charles Ott, Donald Ott, and C.W. Shore, Port Colborne and Douglas Hebert and T.H. Baker of Welland.
Many Floral Tributes
The many beautiful floral tributes from organizations in which the late Mr. Steele had been active or interested, included those of the Port Colborne Conservative Association, Welland County Council; Port Colborne and Humberstone Boy Scouts Association; Port Colborne Board of Education, His Worship the Mayor and members of the Port Colborne council; officers and directors of the Union Gas Co. Of Canada, Chatham; officers and directors of the United Fuel Co., Hamilton; the board of governors of Niagara Peninsula Sanatorium; Beacon Lodge, I.O.O.F., No. 201; officers and staff of Dominion Natural Gas and Petroleum Association; Thorold Conservative Association; Port Colborne Baptist Church and the Baptist Ladies’ Aid.
Over the weekend many friends and former business associates of the late Mr. Steele, acknowledging the family’s wishes for a private funeral service, called at the residence to pay their last respects to the widely known business and civic leader. They included representatives of the gas industry with which he had been closely identified; the Conservative associations of the district; the board of Niagara Peninsula Sanatorium; the council board of education and Hydro commission of Port Colborne; Warden George F. Broadley and officials of Welland County; representatives of the former Peace Bridge authority and others. Relatives attending the service included those from Toronto, Buffalo and Welland.
During yesterday flags in Port Colborne were flown at half-mast in tribute to the late Mr. Steele.
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