[Welland Tribune March 21, 1947]
The funeral of the late Hugh Cameron Asher, 819 East Main street, who passed away in his 50th year at his home of Thursday, March 20 was held on Saturday afternoon from the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home, 152 Hellems avenue, to Doan’s Ridge cemetery, and was very largely attended. Rev. L.R. Ballantyne of Central United church officiated, both at the funeral home and the graveside. Mrs. L. Hazel Skinner presided at the organ.
Among the many lovely floral tributes noted at the graveside were those from the Goodfellows’ Club, Electro Metallurgical Company of Canada Limited; the United Electrical Workers’ Union, the shipping department, Page Hersey Tubes Limited; Welland Rifle Club, and one from “Friends and Neighbors,”
The casket bears were Elwood Watt, E. Burton, L. Culliford, Norval Lynn, C. Dixon and Tom Potter, all members of the rifle club.
[Welland Tribune March 20, 1947]
Fonthill, March 20- The funeral service for the late Mrs. Grace Rowe was held on Tuesday afternoon from her residence, and was attended by relatives and a large number of friends.
Rev. W.J. Wismer, pastor of the Fonthill Baptist church, officiated at the home and brought a comforting message to the bereaved family. Arthur Dilts, at the piano provided the music.
The many beautiful flowers showed the affection and esteem of a large circle of friends.
Interment took place in the Fonthill cemetery with Rev. O. Simmons assisting with the burial service. The bearers were Ernest Kinsman, E. M. Pitkin, J.C. Emmett. J.B. McClellan, D. Kinsman and Wm. Pitkin.
[Welland Tribune March 20, 1947]
The funeral of the late Mrs. Annie Woram, who died suddenly at the home of Mrs. J. Goodwillie, 37 Griffith street, on March 17, in her 66th year was held on Wednesday afternoon from the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home, 152 Hellems avenue, to the Church of England cemetery, Smith street. Many neighbors and friends attended, and among the many beautiful floral tributes noted at the graveside were those from neighbors and friends, McCormick street, the employes at the Joseph Stokes Rubber Company’s plant, the Foreman’s Club, Joseph Stokes Rubber Company, and Quaker Road W.I.
Rev. A.H. Davis, rector of Holy Trinity church officiated both at the funeral home, and the graveside. The casket bearers were N.P. Haist, Fred Tufts, Walter Emmons, C. Peskett, Jack Morwood and W. Lane.
[Welland Tribune March 20, 1947]
The remains of the late Harry Meyers, who died suddenly on Wednesday morning at his home, 185 East Main Street, have been conveyed from the J.J. Patterson and Sons funeral residence, 19 Young Street to Toronto, where the funeral will be held. Deceased was about 50 years of age, and was employed at the plant of Atlas Steels Limited.
[Welland Tribune 13, 1947]
Rev. S. Horvath officiated at the marriage Saturday, Feb. 8, at 2.00 p.m., in Our Lady of Hungary church of Elvira Irma, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. F. Gable, of Welland to David Brian Deane, son of Mrs. MacPherson of Johanessburg, South Africa, and the late Mr. Deane.
Given in marriage by her father the bride was charmingly attired in a gown of white slipper satin, fashioned with a sweetheart neckline and long sleeves tapering to a point over the wrist. The over-skirt of the same material was edged with tiny plats extended into a short train. Her circular veil was held by a halo of orange blossoms, and she carried a shower bouquet of calla lilies.
Miss Melania Raklovits of Humberstone was maid of honor, wearing a gown of pale yellow tafetta, with sweetheart neckline and short puff sleeves. She carried a shower bouquet of yellow roses and freezias.
The best man was Jim Bedard. A reception for 40 guests was held at 4.00 p.m. at the Rose Villa Inn, where the bride’s mother received the guests wearing a pearl grey crepe dress with black accessories, and a corsage of red roses. The bride’s table was centred with a three-tier wedding cake and lighted tapers.
Laer Mr and Mrs. Deane left on a wedding trip to Toronto, the bride choosing a checked suit topped with a turquoise coat with black persian lamb trim, black accessories and a corsage of gardenias.
They will temporarily make their home at 65 Albert street, Welland after which they will reside in Johannesburg, South Africe.
[Welland Tribune January 9, 1947]
The funeral of the late Margaret Hughes, widow of John F. Hughes whose death occurred at the Moyer Nursing Home, Humberstone, on Monday, in her 79th year, was held Wednesday afternoon from the Dell and Merton Funeral Home to St. James’ Anglican church, where service was conducted by Rev. H. G.L. Baugh. Interment was in Overholt’s Cemetery.
The pallbearers were George H. Smith, George Aikens, Robert Blackhall, Harold G. Foote, George Peterson and Robert Williams.
Among the floral tributes were those of St. James’ Women’s Auxiliary; St. James’ Parish; employes of Port Colborne Dry Cleaners; Port Colborne Lions Club and the Bowling Club.
Friends and relatives attended from Niagara Falls, Lockport and Kenmore, N.Y.; Toronto and Brantford.
[Welland Tribune January 3, 1947]
The death occurred on Wednesday, January 1, of Paul Franklyn Roloson, infant son of Mr. And Mrs. Paiul Roloson, Wainfleet township. Death occurred at the family residence.
Surviving are his parents, Mr and Mrs. Paul Roloson and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Dickout, Wainfleet, and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Roloson, Burford.
Interment took place at Morgan’s Point Cemetery this afternoon
[Welland Tribune January 6, 1947]
Toronto, Jan 6-Prominent teacher and minister, Rev. Jacob J. Baker, 92 died in hospital here Saturday. During his long career he was at various times, on the staff of McMaster University, Hamilton; principal of Harding Hall, London, Ont., and pastor of churches in Fonthill, Belleville, Sparta and Saint John, N.B.
Born at Baker Hill, Ont. Mr Baker attended Woodstock College and the University of Toronto.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Ida Emma Fetch Baker, Toronto, and three sons, Dr. P. Baker, of Troy, N.Y.; Dr. A.C. Baker, of Mexico City, and Prof. A.W. Baker, of Guelph, Ont.
[Welland Tribune February 21, 1947]
The death occurred this afternoon at her home, 121 Bald street, of Mrs. Fannie J. Wade Skitch. She was the widow of the late Alfred Skitch, well-known clothing and shoe merchant in Welland, who passed away in 1930. A member of Central United church, deceased came to Welland 37 years ago. She resided for a number of years in Port Hope. She was born in Durham county.
Surviving relatives include the following children: Winnifred, Mrs. William Whittle; A.L. Skitch, and Miss Sybil Skitch, all in Welland; T.M. Skitch of Detroit, and Mrs. James Scott of Toronto.
The funeral, which will be private, will be held from the late residence, 121 Bald street, to Woodlawn cemetery, at 2 p.m., Monday, February 24, and Rev. L.R. Ballantyne, pastor of Central United church, will officiate.
[Welland Tribune February 21, 1947]
Timothy O’Donnell, 76 for many years a summer resident of the Dominion road in the Erie Beach section, died in Buffalo yesterday. He had been in failing health for some time. His wife predeceased him last year. Five daughters and a son survive. For many years deceased conducted a tonsorial shop at Niagara and Ferry streets, Buffalo and enjoyed a large Canadian clientele.
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