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DEATHS – FRED GOBBI

[Welland Tribune January 2, 1945]

The death of Fred Gobbi took place Sunday, December 31, at the home of his brother, Joseph Gobbi, 86 Empire street. In his 43rd year, the late Mr.Gobbi was born in Italy and came to Canada 16 years ago. He was employed for the past 10 years at the Canada Foundries and Forgings Ltd., and had worked until December 27th when he was taken ill.

He is survived by two brothers, Joseph and Gerome, both of Welland. His parents, Mr and Mrs Angelo Gobbi, predeceased him a few years ago.

The funeral will take place Wednesday morning, January 3, at 8.30 a.m. from the home of his brother, Gerome Gobbi, 76 Empire street to Sacred Heart church for requiem mass at nine. Interment in Holy Cross cemetery.

Funerals – Fred Gobbi
Funeral services were held yesterday for the late Fred Gobbi who died Sunday at the home of his brother, Joseph Gobbi, 86 Empire street, in his 43rd year. The funeral took place from the residence of another brother, Gerome Gobbi, 76 Empire street to Sacred Heart church, where Rev, L.J. Bouchard celebrated requiem mass.

Interment was in Holu Cross cemetery. The pallbearers were Guido …,Peter Michelin, Angelo Canez, Angelo Romanin, Santo Pellerin and Angelo Moras.

R.J. LAMPMAN DIES SUDDENLY

[Welland Tribune March 7, 1945]

Fonthill, March 7-The death occurred suddenly Monday evening, of Robert John Lampman, Mr Lampman was born at North Pelham in 1875 and was a son of the late Mr and Mrs Abraham Lampman. He carried on the occupation of a farmer and also the caretaker of the North Pelham Presbyterian church cemetery. He was a Liberal in politics.

Surviving are two brothers, Ross of North Pelham, and Clarence of St Catharines; and two sisters (Eva) Mrs Edward Piper of St Catharines and (Muriel) Mrs Hart McPherson of Port Dalhousie. He was predeceased by one sister, Mrs Ray Lampman, 11 years ago.

The body is resting at Drake and Barron funeral chapel until Thursday afternoon at 2.30 p.m. when the funeral service will be held in the North Pelham Presbyterian church with Rev. A.W. Hare officiating. Interment will be in North Pelham cemetery.

HOLD FUNERAL OF LATE E.A. MOORE IN WELLANDPORT

[Welland Tribune March 1, 1945]

Deceased was in her 79th year; Born in Gainsboro Township.

Boyle, March 1-Funeral services for the late Miss Ella Alice Moore was held Monday afternoon, Feb. 19, from the Lampman Funeral Home at Wellandport. The service was conducted by Rev. Ernest Hayes, pastor of Bethel United church.

The floral tributes and large attendance of relatives ad friends bore tribute to the high respect with which Miss Moore was regarded throughout the community.

Deceased who was in her 79th year, was a daughter of the late Jesse and Miriah Moore, and was born in Gainsboro township at Boyle, where her nephew, Norval Lampman, now resides.

Following her parents death, Miss Moore took up residence with her brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Isaac Lampman, on the farm adjoining the homestead.

Deceased had been in poor health for a number of years, but had been able to be about most of the time until recently when she was stricken to her bed suffering from severe strokes. Death came on Friday, Feb. 16th.

Deceased is survived by her sister, Mrs Isaac Lampman (Deemie), also a number of nephews and nieces. One sister, Mrs. Emily Nelson, predeceased her a number of years ago. Interment took place at Hillside cemetery at Ridgeville.

The casket bearers were Murray B. Misener, William Butler, Bruce McPherson, Allan Thomas, Marshall Beamer and John Kaczmorek.

WILLIAM YOUNG PASSES AWAY IN HIS 85TH YEAR

[Welland Tribune February 28, 1945]

Was born in Wainfleet And Died in Thorold Township

Fonthill, Feb. 28-William Young passed away on Monday at his home in Thorold township, following a short illness. Mr Young was was born in Wainfleet on September 19th, 1860, the son of the late Mr. And Mrs. Alexander Young and lived in Welland county all of his life. He spent the last 40 years in Thorold township. He was predeceased by his wife, the late Ella Chambers, 30 years ago. One son Harry, predeceased him a few years ago. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs Lorne Haist (Elizabeth) of Thorold township and Mrs Charles Zavitz (Hazel) of Ridgeway, also one son, Claire, with whom he made his home. There are also 19 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Mr Young was a member of the Old Methodist church.

The funeral is being held from the late residence this afternoon with Rev. W.A. Monteith in charge. Interment will take place in Hillside cemetery, Ridgeville.

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR RETIRED UNITED MINISTER

[Welland Tribune February 12, 1945]

Fonthill, Feb. 12- The funeral of the late Rev. John Clifford McClelland, retired United church minister. was held from his late home in Thorold township on Thursday afternoon.

The service was in charge of the Rev. W.A. Monteith, minister of the Fonthill United church, of which the deceased was a member. Rev. W.E. Long of Port Robinson gave an appropriate address taking his text, “He was a Good Man.” Rev. R.W. Frid of St Catharines, chairman of the Niagara presbytery; Rev,. A.R. Johnston of Merritton, secretary of the Presbytery, and  Rev. James Hampson of Fenwick took part in the service. Mrs. S.B. Brush sang, “Abide with me.”

The many lovely floral pieces paid silent tribute to the high esteem in which the deceased was held.

Interment took place in the Fonthill cemetery with two brothers Fred and Harold McClelland, two brothers-in-law, Charles Loney and Ben Burgess, and two sons-in-law, William McDonald and Elliot Thomas as bearers.

FRIEDA KNOLL DIES SUDDENLY

[Welland Tribune February 29, 1945]

Gas Line, Feb. 20-The community was shocked to hear of the sudden death of Freida Margaret Knoll Friday morning at the Toronto hospital. The daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Godfrey Knoll of Gas Line, she was 17 years ad two months old. Born in Gas Line she attended S.S. No. 2 at Gas Line and was a member of St John’s Lutheran church.

Surviving are her parents, Mr and Mrs Godfrey Knoll; one sister, Ida Knoll; one brother, Edwin Knoll, and her grandmother, Mrs John Reinhart.

The funeral was held Sunday afternoon, February 18, at 3.30 p.m. from the Dell and Merton funeral home, 50 Clarence street, Port Colborne. Rev. Louis Higenell conducted the service.

The pall bearers were all uncles of the deceased, Louis Knoll, Clarence Klauck, James Stoltz, Charles Edward and Arthur Reinhart. Interment was at Lake Shore cemetery, Pinecrest Point.

SERVICES FOR REV. MACLEAN

[Welland Tribune January 26, 1945]

Fonthill, Jan. 26-The funeral of the Rev. Charles J. MacLean, B.A. was held from his late residence to the Fonthill Baptist church, on Tuesday afternoon. The church was filled with members of the congregation and friends who gathered to pay their last tribute to a faithful pastor and friend. His sudden death came as a shock to the village and vicinity on Saturday morning, following a short illness.

He was born in North Bruce and had pastorates at Ingersoll, and Beamsville before going to the United States, where he spent 30 years. The past nine years were spent at Barre, Vermont, coming to Fonthill nine months ago. The late Mr MacLean, during his short residence in the village, had made many friends, both in the church and community.

Surviving besides his widow is one daughter Miss Joy MacLean of New York City; one sister, Mrs Brooks of Windsor, and one brother, Alex MacLean, of Port Elgin.

Rev. Dr. C Schutt, superintendent of the home mission abroad, Toronto, had charge of the service, with Rev. Fred N. Poulton of Queen Street Baptist church, St Catharines leading  in the opening prayer. Dr. Schutt took for his text the words of the Apostle Paul “For Me to live is Christ and to die is gain,” which he said were applicable to the late Rev MacLean. Two favorite hymns of the deceased were sung by the congregation with Mrs. F.H. Easterbrook at the organ. The benediction was pronounced by Rev. W. A. Monteith, B.A., pastor of the United church.

Seven ministers from the churches of the village and vicinity were present. The beautiful flowers showed the tribute of a number of friends.

The casket bearers were C.R, Brown, Arthur Learn, C.L. Gregory. C.F. Clark, John Stirtzinger and Morton Buskley. Interment was made in the Mount Osborne cemetery, Beamsville.

MYRTLE AMANDA GREAVETTE – DEATH

[Welland Tribune Januar 18, 1945]

Greavette-At her late residence, 20 McAlpine avenue north, Welland, on Wednesday morning January 17, 1945, Myrtle Amanda, beloved wife of George Greavette and mother of Marion and Ronnie, in her 42nd year. Funeral arrangements will be completed later.

DEATHS – MRS GEORGE GREAVETTE
The death of Myrtle Amanda Greavette, wife of George Greavette, took place at her home, 20 McAlpine avenue north, on Wednesday morning in her 42nd year. Born in Midland, the late Mrs Greavette resided in Toronto for 10 years, before moving to Temagami, where she also lived for 10 years. Mr and Mrs Greavette have resided in Welland for the past four years.

Surviving are her husband, George Greavette; one daughter, Marion (Mrs Gordon Shaw); a son Donald at home; a grandson, Gordon Shaw; three sisters, Mrs Arden Wilson of Fort William and Mrs K Pearson and Mrs George Nicholas of Toronto, and four brothers, George,William,Albert and Dalton Holt, all of Fort William.

The funeral will be held from the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home, 152 Hellems avenue, on Saturday afternoon, January 20th, at two p.m. to the Church of England cemetery, Smith street for interment.

DEATHS – MRS DAVID MORGAN

[Welland Tribune January 16, 1945]

In ill health for a number of years and seriously ill for the past few weeks, Mrs David Morgan died Sunday at her home, 14 Myrtle avenue, in her 52nd year. The former Gladys Mae Harris of Port Talbot, South Wales, Mrs Morgan came to Canada and Welland 18 years ago. She was a member of First Baptist church, and also of the Welland Welsh Society.

Surviving are her husband, David Morgan; one son, Gwyn of Fort Erie; one sister, Mrs J. Isherwood of Welland, and three brothers, Sydney, Levi and Tudor, all in South Wales.

The funeral will take place from her late residence, 14 Myrtle avenue, on Wednesday, January 17, at two p.m. Interment will be in Fonthill cemetery.

FUNERALS
MRS DAVID MORGAN
Many friends and relatives, including a number from out-of-town points, were present yesterday at funeral services for the late Gladys May Morgan, wife of David Morgan, who died at her home, 14 Myrtle avenue, on Sunday. Services were held at the late residence with Rev. S.R. Weaver of the First Baptist church, assisted by Rev Lloyd Evans, conducting the service. A favorite welsh hymn, “Pen Park” was rendered by David Thomas.

Interment was in fonthill cemetery. The pallbearers were D. Cronshaw, E.Sage, A. Isherwood, D. Thomas, W.J. Thomas and E. Glanfield.

SALEM [Welland Tribune March 22, 1945]

Salem, March 21-Salem United church services on Sunday were conducted by Rev J, Hampson. Next week Sunday school will be at two o’clock, church at three o’clock.

Mr and Mrs Ted Hayward and son Leroy, were Sunday guests of Mrs Hayward’s brother-in-law and sister, Mr and Mrs Arnold Stirtzinger, Fonthill.

Mrs Clarence Willford and daughter, and Miss June Strawn were in St Catharines on Friday afternoon.

Mr and Mrs Kenneth Hansler and son Clifford were guests of their uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs C.E. Strawn on Sunday.

Mr and Mrs Clarence Willford and daughter, Barbara, visited with friends in Port Colborne on Sunday.

Mr and Mrs Jake Traver and daughter, Irene, have moved to their new home on No 3 highway.

The Trail Rangers will hold a meeting Friday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Mack Cook.

W.A. and W.M.S.
The March meeting of the W.A. and W.M.S was held at the home of Mrs Harold Gent with a good attendance. Mrs C. Strawn reported 12 calls, one plant and seven cards for the visiting committee and flower fund. Mrs E. Hayward reported eight calls. Mrs E. Swick gave the treasurer’s report with $174.17 in the bank and $12.01 cash on hand. Mrs C. Strawn offered her home for a free-will offering tea, the date to be set later. The boys’ overseas box fund was reported by Mrs M. Cook was $8.98 on hand, $3.55 coming from the collection jar at the Chippewa service station. It was decided to have lantern slides on missionary work in the Pacific on Thursday March 29th, at Salem United church. Leona Douglas of Assiniboia, Sask., was accepted as the missionary to be remembered with prayer..