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[Welland Tribune March 27, 1947]
Charles H. Rogers, veteran of World War I and for 13 years employed on bridges with the Welland Ship Canal in the Welland area, died last night at the home of his son, Wm. Chas. Rogers in the Quaker Road district, Thorold Township in his 74th year. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Rose Anna Pardoe Rogers at home; five sons, William C. and Maurice, Welland; Percy, Port Arthur; George H., Fort Erie, and Wilfred Charles, Hamilton; two daughters, May, Mrs. S. Norris, Niagara Falls, Ont. and Gertrude, Mrs. George Calvert, New Bedford, Mass; also two brothers, Ted and Joseph Rogers in England; 21 grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren.
Deceased came to Canada from Carrick Chase, England in 1907 and served with the Canadian Forestry Corps for three years in France in World War I. Later he joined the staff of the Welland Ship Canal, and was employed on bridges in the vicinity of Welland. He was a member of Welland Canadian Legion, and of Holy Trinity church.
The funeral will be held on Saturday, March 29 from the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home, 152 Hellems avenue at 2p.m. to Fonthill cemetery.
The funeral of the late Charles H. Rogers, who passed away at the home of his son, W. Charles Rogers, Thorold township, on Wednesday evening, March 26 in his 74th year, was held from the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home, 152 Hellems avenue to Fonthill cemetery on Saturday afternoon, and was largely attended. Rev. A.H. Davis, rector of Holy Trinity church, officiated both at the funeral home and at the graveside. Among the many floral tributes noted at the graveside were those from the operating employes of the Welland Ship Canal, the sales staff of the Fuller Brush Company, East Hamilton Canadian Legion, and Welland Canadian Legion.
The casket bearers were Frank Hamer, Don Walker, C.K. Dennis, Hennry Noble, Fred Beaty and Ambrose Salter.
The casket was draped with the Union Jack and Legionnaires dropped red poppies on the casket.
[Welland Tribune March 27, 1947]
The funeral of the late John Colquhoun who died at his home, 41 Wallace avenue south on Monday evening, March 24th, was held on Thursday afternoon from the H.L. Cudney funeral chapel, 241 West Main street to Woodlawn cemetery and was largely attended. Among the many floral tributes noted at the graveside were those from the Welfare Club and the Drop Forge Canteen (Canada Foundries and Forgings Limited); U.E.,C.I.O.; the cloth room at Empire Cotton Mills; the coupling department of Page Hersey Tubes Limited; the Employes Association of Empire Cotton Mills; L.O.L, 1234.
The pall bearers were Jack Martin, Jack Barber, Jack Davis, Robert Colquhoun, David Caldwell and James Harvey.
Rev. A.D. Sutherland of St Andre’s Presbyterian church officiated.
On Wednesday evening L.O.L., 1234 held a lodge service in memory of deceased at the chapel and Past County Master J.T. Cawthorn was in charge. Assisting were Bro. Thos. MacQueen as chaplain. County Master Alex Watterson, Worshipful Master Richard Helm, and the recording secretary, Elmer Brandt.
[Welland Tribune, 18 June 1897]
One of the loveliest weddings of the season was that in which Miss Cora Armbrust of North Pelham became Mrs. Robert Campbell. The interesting event took place at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Armbrust, at eleven o’clock of the 9th day of June. At the hour appointed the bridal party entered the drawing room, where the Rev. W.M. Cruickshank of St. Anns performed the beautiful and impressive marriage service of the Presbyterian church. Friend and relatives to the number of about fifty assembled to witness the marriage. The bride was attired in a dress of light cream, trimmed with chiffon and cream lace, and looked charming, and was assisted by her intimate friend, Miss Bertha Berry, who also looked handsome in a dress of steel grey henrietta, trimmed with chiffon and white lace. The groom was ably supported by his cousin, A.D. Norris. After the ceremony had been duly performed and all had joined in wishing them happiness, success and a lengthy, wedded life, all repaired to the dining-room where a sumptuous repast, consisting of all the delicacies that one could possible desire, awaited their attention. The presents to the bride were numerous, handsome and useful. At 2.30 o’clock Mr. and Mrs. Campbell left for Welland, accompanied by the usual donations of rice and antiquated shoes, where they took the train via Michigan Central for near St. Thomas, where they will reside.
[Welland Tribune March 27, 1947]
Ridgeway, March 27-Rev. P.P. Wilt, pastor of St Luke’s Lutheran church conducted funeral services for the late Mrs. Ellen Miller, 76, on Tuesday afternoon. Pall bearers were Fred T. Smith, Cornelius F. Wolfe, William C. Stewart, Martin J. Smith, Carl Hempel and W. G. Athoe. Interment was in Beaches cemetery, Sherkston.
[Welland Tribune March 26, 1947]
Pelham, March 26-Melborne Donald (Bernard) Emsley, a North Pelham resident for 12 years, died at his home, Stone Road, North Grimsby on Monday after an illness of over two years. Mr. Emsley was born in St. Catharines, January 15, 1920. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Emsley, Grimsby.
Surviving are his wife, the former Goldie Wilcox; two daughters, Corona and Kathleen, Helen and Evelyn. An only brother was killed overseas.
Services were held at the Emsley residence in Grimsby Monday afternoon, thence to the Stone church,Fulton. Interment was in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. J.A. Sutherland of Tapleytown, conducted the services.
[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.
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