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[Welland Tribune February 28, 1947]
John Edwards, 11-month-old son of Mr. And Mrs John W. Edwards, of Port Robinson, died at the Welland County General hospital, and three other persons suffered injuries, as the result of a head-on collision between two cars on the Port Robinson road yesterday afternoon, on the outskirts of the village.
Among the injured were the child’s father, driver of one of the cars, who sustained facial lacerations, fracture of the breastbone and shock; Mrs Edwards, lacerations of both legs and shock; and J.C Wright, of 179 Edgar street, driver of the other car involved in the accident, who sustained a fractured kneecap. Mr. And Mrs. Edwards were taken home after being treated at the hospital. Mr. Wright is a patient at the hospital.
According to provincial police, who investigated, driving conditions were extremely bad at the time of the mishap. There were high snowbanks on both sides of the road, and snow was blowing across the road. It is believed that the two cars approached at its worst and that the drivers did not see each other until it was too late to avert an accident. The child, held in its mother’s arms, is believed to have been thrown forward at the impact, and suffered a fractured skull. He died a short time after being admitted.
Following the investigation, Coroner Dr. Malcolm MacLean stated there would be no inquest.
The funeral will be held from the parents’ home at Port Robinson on Saturday afternoon at 2.30 o;clock. Interment will be in Hillside cemetery, Ridgeville.
[Welland Tribune December 6, 1943]
After a lengthy illness, the death of Hartford Webber occurred Sunday morning at his late residence on Hatter avenue, Electric Park, Thorold township, in his 83rd year. The late Mr. Webber was the oldest member of the congregation of First Baptist church, and helped build the present church on West Main street. For the past 15 years he was caretaker of the reading room of the Church of Christ, Scientist, in Welland. He had lived in Electric Park for the past six years, and before that resided in the city.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; and five brothers, Deames of Hamilton; Orlin of Crystal Beach; Elden of St. Catharines; John of Buffalo and Gordon of Pelham.
The funeral will be held from the H.L. Cudney funeral chapel, 241 West Main street, on Tuesday, December 7, at 2.30 p.m. Interment will be in Fonthill cemetery.
[Welland Tribune February 28, 1947]
Captain and Mrs. F.C. Mahaffey 140 West street, celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary yesterday and received the family and friends at their home on West street. Many telegrams and telephone messages congratulating the popular couple were received.
Capt. And Mrs. Mahaffey are both enjoying good health and are both in their 88th year.
Capt. Mahaffey has been a prominent figure in the town throughout the years as Port Colborne has grown from a nondescript village to a prosperous industrial centre, and has acted in various civic capacities, the last of which was assessor some time ago.
Capt. Magaffey is Port Colborne’s oldest living native son and was born in a house at the corner of Adelaide ad King street in 1859.
Mrs. Mahaffey was the former Mary A. Longley, born in West Seneca, N.Y., March 15, 1860, the daughter of Mr.and Mrs James Longley.
Mr. and Mrs Mahaffey were united in marriage in Vermont Baptist church, Buffalo, N.Y. on Feb. 27, 1878 by Rev. G. Colby.
They raised a family of four boys and one girl, Harry, George, Warren, Charles and Gertrude (Mrs. Harry Ellsworth).
[Welland Tribune January 24, 1947]
The death occurred at Douglas Memorial hospital, For Erie, last evening of Ida Rose Case, wife of George Case, 682 King street, Humberstone, in her 65th year. Death followed an illness of two months.
The late Mrs. Case was born at Hartford, Conn., and had resided in Port Colborne and Humberstone since 1914.
Surviving are her husband, George Case, and a son, Harold Case, Fort Erie.
The funeral will be held on Sunday, January 26, at 2 p.m., from the Dell and Merton funeral chapel, 50 Clarence street, Port Colborne, to Morgan’s Point cemetery.
Funerals Mrs. George Case
The funeral of Ida Rose Case, wife of George Case, King Street, Humberstone, whose death occurred at Douglas Memorial Hospital, Fort Erie, on Thursday, in her 65th year was held Sunday afternoon from the Dell and Merton Funeral Chapel, Clarence Street, Port Colborne, to Morgan’s Point Cemetery. Edward Clemens, reader of First Church of Christ Scientist, Welland, conducted the service.
The pallbearers were Livingston Learn, Harry Hill, Arthur MacDonald, Carl Snider, William Haggerty and George Calver.
Relatives and friends were present from Fort Erie, Welland, Fonthill, Ridgeville, Sherkston and Kalamazoo, Mich.
[Welland Tribune January 22, 1947]
The death occurred at her residence Camelot Beach, Wainfleet township, this morning of Elizabeth Rayner, in her 85th year. The late Mrs. Raymer was born at Radcliffe, England, and had resided in Wainfleet township for about 34 years. She was predeceased by her husband in 1931 and by two sons, John W. Rayner and Fred Rayner, who were killed in action in World War 1.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Wilfred Holt, in England; Mrs. Eliza Anthes, Port Colborne; and Mrs. Jerry Olson of Manistee, Mich,; two sons, Thomas, at home and Harry in Niagara Falls; 16 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. She was a member of St. James’ Anglican church, Port Colborne. She had been ill only a week.
The funeral will be held from the Dell and Merton funeral home, 50 Clarence street, Port Colborne, where the body is resting, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, Rev H. G.L. Baugh will conduct the service. Interment will be in Oakwood cemetery.
Mrs. Elizabeth Rayner
The funeral of Elizabeth Rayner, widow of the late John W. Rayner, whose death occurred at her residence, Camelot Beach, Wainfleet Township on Wednesday, in her 85th year, was held Saturday afternoon from the Dell and Merton Funeral Chapel, Clarence Street, Port Colborne, to Oakwood Cemetery, Rev. H.G.L. Baugh conducted the service.
The pallbearers were Dillon Guinther, Sr., Dillon Guinther, Jr., Donald Bessey, Arthur Kramer, Chester Airhart and John Wilgosh.
Among the floral tributes were those of Maple Leaf Milling Co. Ltd., Electric department, Aluminum Co., of America.
Attending the service were friends and relatives from Manistee, Mich., Niagara Falls, Ont.; Niagara Falls and Buffalo, N.Y. and Welland.
[Welland Tribune February 15, 1947]
Ridgeville, Feb. 15-Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon for the late Georgianna Beaudry Johnson who passed away on Sunday morning at her late home in Pelham Township.
Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of the late Mr. And Mrs. Frank Beaudry, and was born 73 years ago at East Brookfield, Massachusetts. She married Charles N. Johnson in 1904 and has been a resident of Pelham township for the past 34 years.
Deceased is survived by her husband, one daughter (Ruth Claire) Mrs. Lester Drenkhanhn of Buffalo, N.Y., and one son Windle F. Johnson of Washington, D.C. Two brothers and one sister predeceased her several years ago.
Mrs. Johnson was a member of the Church of Christ but as a resident of this community has attended the North Pelham Presbyterian church for many years.
Dr. Albert V. Brown conducted the funeral services at the Drake and Barron Funeral Home in Fonthill. His text was “We Sorrow Not as Those That Have No Home.” Dr. Brown also spoke of the high esteem in which Mrs.Johnson was held by her many relatives and neighbors. Chester Metler sang “Trusting in God”, a favorite hymn of the deceased.
Many beautiful floral tokens including pieces from the William Hengerer Company of Buffalo, N.Y., and the Willing Workers and Sunday School of the North Pelham Presbyterian church denoted the affection of the community for the late Mrs. Johnson.
The following men were pall bearers: D.H. Horton, Arthur Metler,William Johnson, Chester Metler, William Hicks and Claire Johnson.
Interment took place at the North Pelham Cemetery and Dr. Brown read the committal at the graveside.
[Welland Tribune February 14, 1947]
The death occurred early this morning at the home of his son, Joseph Balsowitz, 30 Harriet street, Crowland, of Frank Balsowitz in his 70th year. Deceased was born in Lithuania and came to Canada 36 years ago, and spent 17 years in the employ of the Electro-Metallurgical Company of Canada Limited, until he retired in 1938. His wife, Mary Balsowitz predeceased him some years ago.
He is survived by a son, Joseph residing on Harriet street; two daughters, Miss Stella Balsowitz of Brooklyn, N.Y. and Miss Mary Balsowitz of Rathbury, Mich.
The remains are resting at the J.J. Patterson and Sons funeral residence, 19 Young street, but formal arrangements has not yet been completed.
Frank Balsowitz
The funeral of the late Frank Balsowitz, who died on Friday February 14, at the home of his son, Joseph Balsowitz, 30 Harriet street, in his 70th year , was held this morning from the J.J.Patterson and Sons funeral residence, 19 Young street, to the church of St Peter and St. Paul, where requiem mass was solemnized. Interment was in Holy Cross cemetery. Rev. S. Cassin chanted mass. The pallbearers were Steve Runka, George Repaski, Anton Hungit, Jack Bubam, John Horagich and George Njari.
[Welland Tribune February 13, 1947]
Port Robinson, Feb. 13-Many from the district gathered Friday afternoon at the home of the late Mrs. Edna Best, wife of Reginald Best, whose death occurred on Tuesday, Feb 4, as a last mark of respect for member of the community, who, when she enjoyed good health, was active in Institute work and Red Cross work.
Rev. W.E. Long, pastor of the United church, officiated and brought a comforting message to the bereaved family.
Many floral pieces betokened the esteem in which deceased was held. Included were tributes from the Standard Steel, Owen Sound Order of the Eastern Star, Joseph Stokes Rubber So., Employes of the Stokes Rubber Co., United church L.A. and teachers, pupils and Mr. Shaffer of S.S.4.
The United church choir sang a favorite hymn, “Peace, Perfect Peace.”
Pall bearers were all relatives of deceased: George Youngblutt, Eric Youngblutt, Louis John Irwin, Wilson Jalbert, Percy Best and Howard Best of Fonthill.
Relatives attending from a distance were her father Wilson Griffith of Owen Sound; her sisters (Naida) Mrs Eric George and (Mary) Mrs. Albert Baker of Owen Sound; a brother Leonard Griffith and wife of Owen Sound and their son David of Osgood Hall Toronto; Miss Gladys Best, Fonthill; Mrs. Nettle of Welland; Mr. And Mrs. Gordon Brown of Chippewa and Mrs. Oscar Eade of Niagara Falls, Ont.
Antombment was at Fonthill Mousaleum.
[Welland Tribune February 11, 1947]
One of Port Robinson’s most highly respected citizens passed away suddenly last evening in the person of Thomas Edward Wilson, who died at his home on West Bridge street while at work removing snow from the driveway at his residence. He was born on December 3, 1878 at Bright, Ont. But moved while a young man to the United States joining a brother in the steel business in Pittsburgh.
Returning to Canada in 1912 he came to Port Robinson, and had been employed with the Standard Steel Company Limited, Port Robinson for over 33 years. He was purchasing agent and store keeper for this firm at the time of his death, and he was also a prominent member of Port Robinson United church, being a member of the board, and he had been Sunday school superintendent for 25 years.
He married Miss Elizabeth Jane Atkinson of Pittsburgh in that city in 1901. He was one of nine children, and only one brother now survives, Roy Wilson of Homestead, Pa.
Deceased was a Free Mason, and was a past master of Myrtle Masonic Lodge, Port Robinson. He was also a trustee of S.S. No. 4, Port Robinson and had been its secretary-treasurer for many years. He was a Liberal in politics, and was also a member of the Welland Civic Lawn Bowling Club. Deceased officiated for many years as secretary-treasurer of the Port Robinson Fire Area. He had for some time been supervising the work of building the new Sunday school and hall at Port Robinson United church.
Deceased who was a son of the late Joseph and Rebecca Wilson of Bright, Ont., is survived by his widow Mrs. Wilson, a son, Herbert Wilson of Vancouver, B.C. and five daughters, Belva, Mrs. Lorne Holditch, Port Robinson; Fanny, Mrs. David Kemp Jr., St Catharines; Edith, Mrs. John Shannon, St. Catharines; Helen, Mrs. J.N. Marquis, St Catharines, and Muriel, Mrs. Edward Bell of Blythe.
A Masonic service will be held at the late residence, West Bridge street on Wednesday evening, and the funeral will be held from the late residence to Fonthill cemetery on Thursday, February 13 at 2.30 p.m.
Last Rites for Edward Wilson
Port Robinson, Feb. 15-Friends from all walks of life gathered at the home of the late Thomas Edward Wilson on Thursday afternoon to attend his funeral.
Rev. W.E. Long pastor of United church of which Mr. Wilson was a faithful member, read psalms and lessons and recited prayers. He was assisted in the service by Rev. S.B. Stokes, pastor of Lundy’s Lane United church a close friend of the Wilson family, as Port Robinson was his first appointment. He stated Mr. Wilson was a great help to him in his work and was not only a friend but a counsellor. Rev. Long stated Mr. Wilson’s qualities could be summed up in three words. “The Good Samaritan.”
‘He was the type of man everyone enjoyed talking to’
[Welland Tribune, 7 July 1995]
By Richard Roik
One of Welland’s eldest civic boosters was buried yesterday.
Lemuel “Lem” Hogue died this week at the age of 91, but the mark he’s left behind as model citizen is one that will not soon be forgotten.
“He has been one of the treasures of our city,” says Eleanor Clark, who first met Hogue through the local art club more than 20 years ago.
In a life full of accomplishment, Hogue may best be remembered for the model he made of the Welland Canal. He would take it with him as he toured local schools helping youngsters to understand their hometown roots.
The model now belongs to the Welland Historical Museum, as do many of the tools and equipment from his almost 40 years as a blacksmith in the city.
“It’s an invaluable collection,” says museum curator Dorette Carter.
“He was in business during much of the building of the canal.”
A snapshot of Hogue in front of his downtown shop adorns the front of the museum’s brochure, and although Carter came here too late to really get to know him, she’s amazed by the presence he had in the city.
“I’ve met quite a variety of people who speak so glowingly of him,” Carter says.
Self-taught, Hogue enjoyed sharing what he learned-although he consistently steered clear of the spotlight in doing so.
For some ten years he was among the volunteers who, without fail, taught weekly art classes to the residents at Sunset Haven Home for the Aged.
“He was the type of man everyone enjoyed talking to,” says Carol Rapelje, a long- time volunteer at the home for the aged.
“He was interested in the residents as a friend.”
H also took his love of art to the physically and mentally challenged, and started a program at Niagara College for such special-needs students.
His tireless energy marvelled many. He was a talented painter, and astronomy buff and a wildlife enthusiast-among other things.
“He had a philosophy that whenever he met someone he would try to leave them laughing,” says Ken Sykes, who knew Hogue through their 50 years of faithful service at the First Baptist Church.”
“He said life’s too short for hard feelings,” Sykes adds.
Children were among those who especially took to him-perhaps because they recognized a man forever young at heart.
He and his wife, Betty, who died in 1984, were still camping in their final years together.
Even at age 80, he was taking courses, despite probably knowing more than his instructors. He explained his joie de vivre by noting that if you’re too old to learn you’re probably too old to live.”
“I just found him to be the most fascinating and fantastic person in the world,” says Clark.
He leaves behind five children, and a legacy we can all build on.
The world could use more Lem Hogues.
- Lemuel Victor Hogue was born in Wainfleet, the son of Michael and Margaret Hogue and had six brothers.
- He worked with his father at the Hogue Blacksmith Shop on Fraser Street for a number of years before moving to the maintenance department of Whiting Industries for some 15 years retiring in 1970.
- Died 2 July 1995 in his 92nd year.
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