[Welland Tribune January 21, 1947]
Escorted by Flt-Lt, James France and nursing sister K. Henderson, the body of Flt.-Lt. Richard Lewis Curtin, son of Mr. And Mrs. R.F. Curtin, arrived in Welland today.
The remains are resting at the J.J. Patterson and Sons Funeral Residence, 19 Young Street, whence funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon January 23, at 3 o’clock. Interment will be in Fonthill Cemetery.
Flt.-Lt. Curtin was killed when an R.C.A.F. plane investigating a fire crashed at Marsh Lake, Yukon Territory, on Wednesday, January 15.
[Welland Tribune January 23, 1947]
Lowbanks, Jan. 23- The death of Hiram M. Dickhout, 79, occurred at his home in Sherbrooke on Jan 9, after a three-day illness. Mr. Dickhout was born in Sherbrooke a son of the late Daniel and Drusilla Ervin Dickhout, on October 12, 1867, and his entire life was spent in the district. He was well known and respected. On December 25, 1888, Mr. Dickhout married Hannah Root, who predeceased him on June 22, 1937. Surviving are six sons; Oliver and Clayton of Burnaby, Ernest of Galt, Merrill of Stromners, Merton of Sherbrooke and Earl at home; one daughter, Mrs. William Farr of Port Maitland; two brothers, Henry of Dunnville, and Melvin of Buffalo; 29 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon, Jan 12, from the Clark and Hasler funeral home, Dunnville, to Sherbrooke church for service. The services were conducted by Rev. Emery Shank.
The pallbearers were Gerald Pyle, Archie McDonald, George Niece, Joseph Von Keitz, Clarence McDonald and Albert Hoto. Interment in the Sherbrooke cemetery.
[Welland Tribune January 30, 1947]
The funeral of Louis Madacsi, age 44, of 239 Killaly street east, who collapsed and died while at work at Canadian Furnace Ltd., early Monday morning, was held yesterday morning from the Dell and Merton funeral home, Clarence street, Port Colborne, to St Teresa’s church, where mass was sung by Rev. B.P. Malone. Interment was in Mount St Joseph’s cemetery.
The pallbearers were Benedek Lazlo, Kalman Lazlo, Danes Pall, Schyarckof Estvan, Mercs Gyogy and Gabri Gyogy.
[Welland Tribune February 4, 1947]
The funeral of the late Wellington Lampman of 173 McInnis street Crowland who passed away at his home on Friday, January 31 was held on Monday afternoon from the Sutherland-Thorpe Funeral Home, 152 Hellems avenue to Hillside cemetery Ridgeville. Rev. J.W. Cory of the Free Methodist church officiated. Among the many floral tributes noted at the graveside were those from the employes of National Textiles Limited, and the Atlas Division of the Canadian Steel Workers.
The pall bearers were Daniel Alvin, Edmund Beamer, Oliver Davis, Thomas Davis, Walter Owens.
[Welland Tribune February 4, 1947]
The funeral of the late John C. McLean, who died suddenly on Saturday, February 1, after suffering a heart attack on Division street, was held on Monday afternoon from the H.L. Cudney Funeral chapel, 241 West Main street, to Woodlawn cemetery. Rev. A.H. Davis, rector of Holy Trinity church, officiated.
The funeral was held under Welland Canadian Legion auspices, the casket was draped with the Union Jack and Legionaires dropped poppies onto the casket as they passed by. The many floral tributes noted at the graveside included among others one from employes of the Commercial Hotel, and one from Branch 4 of the Canadian Legion.
The pall bearers, all members of Welland Canadian Legion, were Geo Hodgson, Hugh Wilson, Daniel McIntyre, Walter Lee, Herb Mathers and Harry Russell.
The “Scottish Lament” was rendered by Piper Alex McCrae.
[Welland Tribune February 3, 1947]
The funeral of the late James Snow of 102 Burgar street, who died in his 65th year at the Welland County General hospital on Thursday afternoon, January 30, was held on Sunday afternoon from the Sutherland-Thorpe Funeral Home, 152 Hellems avenue to Woodlawn cemetery. Welland Corps of the Salvation Army officiated, with Major and Mrs. Frank Tilley in charge and members present sang several of the deceased’s favorite hymns. Mrs Hazel Skinner presided at the organ. The large number of floral tributes noted at the graveside bore tribute to the love and esteem in which deceased had been held by many friends.
The casket bearers were Alec Szakaco, William Evans, Albert Smith, Charles Teller, Mr. Collins and Harry Oates.
[Welland Tribune January 27, 1947]
The funeral of the late Hattie E. VanValkenburg, wife of W.R. VanValkenburg, whose death at her residence, 210 Charlotte street, Port Colborne, on Wednesday, was held from the Dell and Merton Funeral Chapel, 50 Clarence Street , Port Colborne, on Saturday afternoon to Overholt’s Cemetery. Rev. R.T. Rutherdale conducted the service.
The pallbearers were Mayor H.H. Knoll, J.R. O’Donnell, W. Ross Rodger. Dr. W.W. McBain, H.P. Roe and Lawrence Henderson.
Among the floral tributes were those of the Ladies Aid and Women’s Missionary Society of First Presbyterian Church; Port Colborne Lions Club; Port Colborne and Humberstone Retail Merchants’ Association; F. Greer Roberts Co. Ltd., and J.A. Grant and Sons.
Friends and relatives attended from Toronto, Cooksville, Bramtford, Stratford, Niagara Falls, Norwich, Vineland, St Catharines and Welland.
[Welland Tribune January 23, 1947]
The death occurred at his residence, 102 Amherst Avenue, Buffalo N.Y. unexpectedly yesterday of Thomas Steffens, native of Port Colborne and resident of the town for 25 years, in his 64th year.
The late Mr Steffens, who was engaged in the marine business moved to Buffalo some 40 years ago from Port Colborne
Surviving are his widow, Blanche; four sons, Ralph, Marshall, Thomas, Jr., and Klein; two sisters, Mrs. Florence Todd, Montreal, and Mrs. William Howard (Elizabeth) Buffalo. He was predeceased by a sister, Mrs. Catharine Beck, at Port Colborne in April last.
The funeral will be held on Saturday, January 25, at 2. p.m., from the residence, 102 Amherst avenue, Buffalo N.Y., to St Mark’s Episcopal Church for service at 2.30 p.m..
[Welland Tribune February 5, 1947]
Funeral services for Neil Bradt who died Saturday in the Welland County General Hospital in his 67th year, were held yesterday from the H.L. Cudney funeral chapel, 241 West Main street at 4p.m.
The late Mr. Bradt was night clerk at the Dexter hotel and had resided in the city for the past 18 years.
Among the floral tributes was one from the Dexter hotel.
The pall bearers were Chas.. Austin, Wm. Gilmore, Jack Coooper, Wm. Robinson, Jack Green and John Wright.
The services at the funeral chapel at the graveside in Woodlawn.
[Wellland Tribune March 5, 1947]
A pretty wedding was solemnized at St Andrew’s Presbyterian church, Saturday at 3p.m., when Vera Brocklebank, youngest daughter of Mr, and Mrs J. Brocklebank, Dunbar avenue, was united in marriage to Charles Dobos, son of Mr and Mrs. C. Dobos, Lock street, with Rev. A.D. Sutherland officiating at the double ring ceremony.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, was attractive in a gown of white sheer with embroidered bodice buttoned down the back, and full bishop sleeves. Her long tulle veil was caught to her head by a tiara of white sheer edged with tiny satin ruche. Her only ornament was a single strand of pearls the gift of the groom. She carried a bouquet of red roses and white snapdragons with white streamers.
Mrs. T. Negele sister of the bride as matron of honor, was gowned in primrose yellow marquisette, with gathered bodice and long full sleeves. Her headddress was a sweetheart crown of matching material with satin trim and shoulderlength veil. She carried a bouquet of pink carnations and snapdragons.
The bridesmaids, Mrs. J. Baldassaro, of Niagara Falls N.Y. sister of the bride, and Miss Eileen Collings, of Welland, wore aqua gowns similar to that of the matron of honor. They wore matching
sweetheart crowns with satin trim and shoulder-length veils, and carried bouquest of pink carnations and snapdragons.
Miss Joyce Dobos, sister of the groom, as junior bridesmaid, wore a gown of pale blue sheer with tiny pink bows. She wore a bandeau of pink flowers in her hair, and carried a bouquet of pink carnations.
Tony Negel acted as best man, and the ushers were Harold Dilts, and Harry Brocklebank, brother of the bride.
Donald W. Justice was at the organ, and during the signing of the register, accompanied Miss Jessie Elder, who sang “Because.”
A reception for about 40 guests was held at the home of the bride’s parents, with a three-tiered wedding cake topped with bride and groom. The bride’s mother, Mrs.J. Brocklebank received wearing a street-length dress of fushia crepe with black accessories. She wore a corsage of red roses and snapdragons.
For travelling to Buffalo, N.Y. and the surrounding district the bride donned a powder blue crepe dress with white embroidery on the neckline, and cap sleeves. She wore black fur coat and black accessories.
On their return Mr. And Mrs Dobos will reside on Burgar street.
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