[Welland Tribune March 7, 1947]
Frederick Day, 71, native of Cayuga, and resident of Fort Erie half a century, died in Douglas Memorial hospital yesterday, where he had been confined about ten days. Specialists were unable to diagnose his trouble, although he had been in failing health following a fall some time ago. He retired as conductor of the New York Central six years ago, after 45 years of service, and was one of Fort Erie’s best known railway workers He was a member of the Masonic I.O.O.F. and Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen fraternities, and is survived by his wife Mabel, and three sons, Homer, Frederick and Robert. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
[Welland Tribune March 7, 1947]
Fenwick, March 7- Mary Rebecca Tritton passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Albert Fletcher, Fonthill, on Wednesday, March 8, 1947, in her 66th year, following an illness of two months’ duration. Born in Gainsboro township, she was the eldest daughter of the late John Nelson and Julia Ann Misener at Bismarck, and leaves to mourn, her husband, William F, Tritton, Hamilton; two sons, Eric M. Tritton, Hamilton and Leon E. Tritton, of Fenwick; two daughters, Mrs Ralph Yager, Fenwick and Mrs. Albert Fletcher, Fonthill; and five grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a sister Mrs. Charles Lounsbury (Edna), of St Catharines, and a brother William T. Misener of Bismarck.
She was a faithful wife and a devoted mother, and a friend to all who knew her, and will be greatly missed.
The funeral will be held on Saturday, March 8, at 2.30 p.m., from Lampman’s funeral chapel, Fenwick. Interment at Hillside cemetery.
[Welland Tribune March 6, 1947]
Amos M. Holmes received word of the death of his uncle, George Franklin Holmes, on February 15, at his home in Olds, Alberta, after a week’s illness. He was in his 82nd year. George Holmes, a former resident of Fenwick, and the eldest son of Mr. And Mrs. Robert A. Holmes, was born October 1, 1865. In 1893 he was married to Huldah Lundy, and they went to Alberta to make their home.His wife predeceased him a number of years ago. Surviving Mr. Holmes are: his brother, Cornie, at Olds, Alberta, an older half-brother, Josh Honsberger, Vineland; and a number of nieces and nephews, here and at Olds. A brother William and twin sisters, Clara and Carrie predeceased him. Funeral service and burial was held at Olds, Alberta.
[Welland Tribune March 6, 1947]
The death occurred at the Welland County General hospital this morning of Francis Faner, of 6 Jones’ Alley, Crowland. He was a native of Hungary, and had come to the Welland district 40 years ago. He had been employed with Page Hersey Tubes Limited, for seven years, up to December, 1946. Deceased is survived by his widow Mrs. Julia Faner; sons Steve and John, and daughters, Rose and Olga Faner, all at home; also two sisters, Mrs. Charles Yari and Mrs Teresa Kaman both of Crowland; also a sister in Hungary, and a brother Charles Faner in the Niagara Peninsula sanatorium. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
[Welland Tribune March 5, 1947]
There was a large attendance at the funeral services yesterday afternoon for Harriet May Paterson, wife of John W. Paterson, of 278 Hellems avenue. Mrs Paterson passed away last Saturday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Fred Wilkins, Thorold road, in her 53rd year.
Services were held from the Sutherland-Thorpe Funeral Home, 152 Hellems avenue, to Woodlawn cemetery. During the service David Thomas sang the Welsh hymn “Tentark.” Mrs Harry Yates was at the organ. Rev. A.H. Davis, rector of Holy Trinity church officiated at the funeral home and the graveside.
Pall bearers were W. Whatmough, J. Thomas, D. Thomas, E. Hackett, N. Whatmough, J. McMeekin and T.J. Darby.
There were many beautiful floral tributes. Included were flowers from A. Reid and staff, Holy Trinity Church Choir. Form 11A of the Welland High and Vocational School, Canadian Steel Workers, Atlas Division, Atlas Steels Employes Association, Welland Homing Pigeon club and the St. David’s Welsh Society.
[Welland Tribune January 22, 1947]
At the Devonia Convalescent home, Fonthill, Ontario. On Saturday, January 18, 1947, Jacob W. Damude, husband of the late Ida Vaughan, in his 86th year. Resting at the Drake and Barron funeral home for service on Tuesday afternoon at 2.30 p.m. Interment at Fonthill Cemetery.
Funerals Jacob W. Damude
The funeral of the late Jacob W. Damude, who passed away on Saturday evening in his 86th year, was held Thursday afternoon, January 21, from the Drake and Barron funeral chapel, Fonthill, with interment in Fonthill cemetery. Rev. J.W. Wismer, pastor of the Fonthill Baptist church, officiated.
A life-long resident of Thorold township, deceased had many friends and acquaintances who came from far and near to pay him their last respects.
The many lovely floral tributes attested to the esteem and affection held for the deceased. The pallbearers were Roy Singer, Arthur McCelland, Mack Learn, Malcolm Saylor, William Suthons and Emmett Pitkin.
[Welland Tribune January 13, 1947]
The marriage of Emily Lafleur daughter of Mr. and Mrs E. Lafleur, Garner avenue, to John Moskalyk Albert street, took place in Sacred Heart church on Saturday, at 10 a.m. with Father Bouchard officiating.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a grey gabardine suit with white accessories, a corsage of red roses, and a locket, the gift of the groom. She was attended by Miss Pearl Nolet, who wore a grey and black suit, with a corsage of pink carnations.
The best man was Conrad White.
Following the ceremony a luncheon was held at the home of the bride’s parents, and later dinner was served at the home of the groom. The bride’s table was centred with a three-tier wedding cake. The bride’s mother received the guests, wearing a black dress with a corsage of pink carnations. She was assisted by the mother of the groom, who chose a brown dress with pink carnation corsage.
For a wedding trip to Niagara Falls, Ont. And Buffalo, N.Y., the bride donned a black seal coat, with gray accessories.
Upon their return, Mr. And Mrs Moskalyk will take up residence on Garner avenue.
Out-of-town guests present included Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lafleur, of Hamilton and Mr. and Mrs. Wouk, of Queenston.
[Welland Tribune February 14, 1947]
The home of Mr. And Mrs Harold Winnie, 53 Queen street, was the scene of a pretty wedding when their eldest daughter, Margaret Alice Bernice, became the bride of William Frances Outen of Buffalo.
The residence was decorated with yellow and white mums. Rev. Henry Fiddes,pastor of Queen street United church, officiated. The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, was charming in a rose colored sheer crepe dress, with matching accessories, pink and blue shoes and corsage of white gardenias. Her bridesmaid, Miss Eleanor Smilley of Buffalo, wore a dress of blue crepe and matching accessories, Charles Winnie, brother of the groom, was best man.
For travelling the bride chose a pink hat and black coat. After a short honeymoon in Western New York points, Mr and Mrs Outen will make their home at 294 Pennsylvania street, Buffalo.
[Welland Tribune February 15, 1947]
The death occurred at his residence, 14 Victoria street, Port Colborne on Saturday afternoon of Joseph Chapdelaine, in his 75th year. Death followed an illness of three weeks.
The late Mr. Chapdelaine was born at Sorel, Que., and had resided in Port Colborne since 1919. He had been employed as a stationary engineer at the National Harbors Board elevator until pensioned several years ago. He was a member of St Patrick’s church.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Alphonse Crepeau, Montreal and Mrs. Oscar Durochers, Sorel; a son Jean (Johnny) Chapdelaine, Port Colborne; 14 grandchildren and one great grandchild. His wife, Georgina, predeceased him in July, 1944.
The funeral will be held on Tuesday, Feb, 18, from the Dell and Merton funeral chapel, 50 Clarence street, to St Patrick’s church, where mass will be sung at 9 a.m. by Rev. E.. Carey. Interment will be in Mount St. Joseph cemetery.
Funerals – Joseph Chapdelaine
The funeral of the late Joseph Chapdelaine, whose death occurred at his residence, 14 Victoria street, Port Colborne, on Saturday in his 75th year, was held Tuesday morning from the Dell and Merton funeral chapel, Clarence street, Port Colborne, to St Patrick’s church where mass was sung by Rev. E. Carey. Interment was in Mount St. Joseph cemetery.
Among the floral tributes were those of the Electrical Shop, Inco and Lakeside lodge, R.A.O.B.
The pallbearers were six friends of the deceased.
[Welland Tribune January 21, 1947]
The death occurred Monday afternoon at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Levier Reid, Wainfleet township, of Fred Dean, resident of the township for the past 60 years, in his 75th year.
The late Mr. Dean was born in Willoughby townnship and moved to Wainfleet township as a youth. He followed the occupation of farming all his life. He had been in failing health for the past three years and had been ill a week.
Surviving are his widow, Josephine; a daughter, Mrs. Levier Reid; a brother, Frank Dean, Wainfleet township; two sisters, Mrs. John Lambert, Moulton township and Mrs. Darius Winger , Stevensville. He was predeceased by a son, Orval Dean, five years ago and by a brother, Melvin Dean, two months ago.
The body is resting at the Dell and Merton funeral home, 50 Clarence street, Port Colborne. The funeral will be held from the chapel at 1.30 p.m. on Thursday, January 23, to Morgan’s Point cemetery. Rev. F.C. Sutherst, rector of the Wainfleet Anglican church, will conduct the service.
Funerals – Fred Dean
The funeral of Fred Dean whose death occurred at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Levier Reid, Wainfleet township, on Monday, in his 75th year, was held Thursday afternoon from the Dell and Merton Funeral chapel, Clarence street, Port Colborne, to Morgan’s Point Cemetery, Rev, F.C. Sutherst, rector of Wainfleet Anglican church conducted the service.
The pallbearers were Charles Overholt, Russell Brawn, Harvey Dayboll, Clifford Dayboll, James McKnight and Charles Wills.
Friends and relatives attended from Moulton, Stevensville, Wainfleet, Long Beach, Fonthill, Wellandport, For Erie and Niagara Falls.
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