OBITUARIES

LAMBTON COUNTY, ONTARIO, CANADA

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PETROLIA TOPIC JUNE 2001

KEVIN MURRAY DOUGLAS

The funeral service for Kevin Murray Douglas, age 49 years was held on Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at Forest United Church with Chaplain Angela MacDonald officiating. Eric Brown played the bagpipes prior to the service. Soloist Cliff Erickson sang 'Be Not Afraid', 'How Great Thou Art' and 'On Eagles Wings'. Eulogies were given by Nancy McCormick, Scott Houghton and D'Arcy Douglas. Honorary pallbearers were: Terry Mills, Bruce Smith and Brian Jackson. Kevin died on Friday, May 25, 2001. He forever remains the dear brother of Karen (Delmar) Thompson and Keith (Liz) Douglas and the caring uncle of Heather, Jeff and Jason Thompson. He was predeceased by his parents Beattie (1994) and Ruby (2000).

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 1 JANUARY 1926
MRS. JOHN A. MINELY
On Christmas Day at St. Joseph's Hospital, London, Mrs. John A. Miniely of Lot 23 Con 1 Warwick Twp., passed peacefully away at the age of 53 years, after an illness of about two months duration, which she bore with Christian fortitude. Mrs. Minely was born in Adelaide Township, being the second daughter of the late William Brock. She was married in 1901 and for about ten years resided on Lot 1 Con 1 of the same Township. Fifteen years ago the family moved to Warwick and have since resided there. She was a member of Knox Presbyterian Church and an esteemed member of the W.M.S. of that Church. Besides her sorrowing husband, she is survived by one daughter, Miss Elsie E' and three sons, Arthur N. William D. and Gordon C. all at home. She also leaves one sister, Mrs. L.H. Tuckey of Minneapolis, Minn., and one brother William A. Brock of Fort William, Ont. She had a large circle of friends who have learned of her death with deep regret. The funeral was held on Monday 28 December from her late residence. Interment at West Adelaide Presbyterian Cemetery. The service was conducted by her pastor, Rev. A.E. Hannahson of Arkona. The pallbearers were; John E. Aitken; George A. Baird; Robert E; McGillicuddy, Richard Adams, Hugh B. Clark and William Marshall.

FRANCIS RICHARD MINELLY

Francis Richard Minelly a lifelong risident of the Forest locality, died in the general hospital, Sarnia, aged 76, following an appendicitis operation. He was born in Plympton Township and In early manhood moved to Warwick Township, where he carried on genera1 1farming until early this year, when he retired and moved to Forest. He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Sarah Hayward,  and four sons; Bert, Ernest,  Earl and Elmer, all in WarwIck township; also two daughters,   Alma, nurse in the Sar nia hospital, and Amy at Petrolia. Four brothers also survive: William and Charles at Forest, Andrew and Charles in London; also two sisters, Mrs. John Miller in   London, and Mrs. Sarah Kingston at Watford. The funeral will he held from the home at Forest to Beechwood cemetery on Thursday afternoon.  A private service will be held  at the home and a public service in the Baptist church at 2 o'clock, to be conducted by Rev. A. A. Barnes, the pastor.

LONDON FREE PRESS DECEMBER 1959

SARAH (Hayward) MINIELLY

In Sarnia on Friday 11 December 1959, Sarah Hayward, in her 83rd year. Widow of the late Richard Minielly, and dear mother of Bert of Warwick Township, Ernest of Forest, Earl of Blenhelm, Elmer of California; Mrs. Hugh (Alma) Ferguson, of Warwick Township and Mrs. Ray (Amy) Kernohan of Sarnia.   Resting at the residence of her son Ernest, Highway 21, Forest. Services will be held in the Forest Baptist Church on Monday 14 at 2 p.m. Interment in Beechwood Cemetery, Forest.

WILLIAM MINIELLY

The death occurred on Friday at the home of his son, Adelbert, on the 2nd con of Warwick of William Minielly, aged 75 years. Mr. Minielly was born in Plympton Township, just West of the Warwick Plympton Townline on the Highway and when a young man moved to Warwick where he farmed until 12 years ago. He moved to Forest where he resided until a year ago when he went to live with his son. Mr. Minielly was married twice, his first wife being Ella Falloon, who died a number of years ago. To the union was born two daughters, Mrs. M. Maw and Mrs. L. Cates, also three sons, Adelbert and Warner of Warwick and Morris of Detroit. Several years after the death of his first wife, Mr. Minielly married Isabell McLeish, who predeceased him a year ago last September. In addition to the five members of his family, Mr. Minielly is survived by one sister, Mrs. S. Miller of London and three brothers, Simpson of Wyoming, John of London Road and Charles Minielly at Forest. One sister Mrs. Kingston and two brothers George and Richard predeceased him. The funeral will be held from the home of his son on Monday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock with interment at Beechwood Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE FEBRUARY 1981

DELBERT CLAYTON MINIELLY

At St. Joseph's Hospital, Sarnia, February 18, 1981, Delbert Clayton (Buck) Minielly of 14 Prince Street, Forest, age 77 years. Beloved husband of Helen (Mathers) Minielly. Dear father of Maurice of Keswick, Gordon of  R.R. 1 Watford, Eddie of R.R. 1 Pefferaw,  Robert of Poplar Hill, Jim of Brussels, Eleanor (Mrs, Norm Neethway) of RR, 1, Forest, Joyce (Mrs. Don Levesque) of Watford, Gladys (Mrs, Kevin Dickens) of R.R. 1, Ailsa Craig and Norman at home. Brother of Warner, Forest, Maurice, Detroit, predeceased by sisters Gladys Cates and Mable Maw. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren. Resting at the Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home, James at Watt Street, Forest. Visitation Thursday evening 7 - 9, Friday afternoon 2 - 4 and 7 - 9. Funeral service Saturday afternoon at 1.30. Interment Warwick United Church Cemetery.

SARNIA OBSERVER APRIL 1998

HELEN ALETA (Mathers) MINIELLY

At Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on 11 April 1998, Helen Aleta (Mathers) Minielly, aged 81 years, formerly of Forest. Beloved wife of the late Adelbert Minielly (1981). Dear mother of Morris of Keswick, Ed of Pefferlaw, Bob of Popular Hill, Jim of Brussels, Eleanor (Mrs. Ken Cable) of Forest,  Joyce (Mrs. Don Routley) of Strathroy, Norman of Forest and Gladys Dickins of London. Also survived by brother Roy Mathers of Corunna and sister Jean Renick of Tilbury Dear grandmother of many grandchildren and 9   great grandchildren. Predeceased  by an infant son Clayton (1939) and Gordon (1995), brothers Wilbert, George,  William and sister Sadie Swan.  Resting at the Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home, McFarlane Chapel, James at Watt St., Forest where the funeral service will  be conducted on Tuesday, April 14 at 2:00 p.m. with Bob Brandon officiating. Interment Warwick United Cemetery.. Visitation Monday evening 7-9. Donations to Alzheimers Society would be appreciated.  A tree will be planted in memory of Mrs. Minielly by the Dodge Funeral Home. 

LONDON FREE PRESS SEPTEMBER 1995

GORDON ADELBERT MINIELLY

In Strathroy Middlesex Hospital on Monday 4 September 1995, Gordon Adelbert Minielly of 6904 London Line, Warwick Twp. Beloved husband of Betty Matthews, in his 55th year. Dear son of Mrs. Helen (Matthews) Minielly and the late Adelbert Minielly. Dear father of Lisa and John Straatman of RR5 Watford, and Michael of Navoo Road, Watford. Loving grandfather of Brandon Straatman. Brother of Maurice Minielly  of Keswick, Ed and Connie Minielly of Pefferlaw, Robert Minielly of Popular Hill, James and Linda Minielly of Brussels, Eleanor and Ken Cable of Forest, Joyce and Don Routley of Strathroy, Norman Minielly of Forest and Gladys and Kevin Dickens of Parkhill. Resting at the Harper Funeral Home, Watford where a private funeral service will be held on Wednesday 6 September at 2 p.m. with Rev. Don McCallum of Arkona United Church officiating. Interment in Warwick United Church Cemetery. At his request there will be no funeral home visitation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

PETROLIA TOPIC DECEMBER 1937

ANDREW SIMPSON MINIELLY

The death of Andrew Simpson Minielly, aged 69 years took place at the family residence Wyoming on Monday 6 December 1837 following a long illness. A prominent resident of the district. Born in Plympton Township the deceased had been a life long resident of the Township where he operated a farm on the London Road, moving to Wyoming after retirement about 8 years ago. Surviving are his wife, formerly Ruth Moore, four sons; Gordon of Portage La Prairie, Man., Victor of Plympton, Dr. Herbert of Thorndale, Harold of Beamsville and one daughter Mrs. William Canton of Wyoming; one sister Mrs. Susan Millar of London and two brothers, Charles and John of Warwick. The funeral was held this Thursday afternoon with Rev. A.W. Richardson, rector of St. John's Church officiating.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 14 JUNE 1948

ADA JANE (Minielly) BLAIN

One of Warwick Township's well known residents, Mrs. Meredith Blain passed away on Sunday 13 June 1948 in the Petrolia Hospital after a few months illness in her 49th year. Formerly Ada Jane Minielly daughter of Mrs. John Minielly and the late John Minielly. She has resided all her life in the district and attended Watford High School and later a business course in London. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Warwick Women's Institute and also secretary of a farm forum group. She is survived by her husband, one son, Jack, three daughters, Phyllis, Shirley and Evelyn all at home; her mother Mrs. John Minielly of Detroit; two sisters, Mrs. Borden Sutton of Montreal and Miss Elsie Minielly of Detroit. The body will be taken to the Harper Funeral Home for service at 2.30 p.m. today. The Rev. Mr. Milton of Wyoming Baptist Church will officiate. Interment will be in Watford cemetery.

LONDON FREE PRESS JANUARY 1989

MEREDITH S. BLAIN

In the Watford Nursing Home on Tuesday 17 January 1989, Meredith S. Blain, formerly of RR5, Watford in his 95th year, husband of the late Ada Minielly. Dear father of Jack RR5 Watford, Phyllis (Mrs. Allan Hastings) and Evelyn (Mrs. Robert Auld) of RR2 Camlachie and Shirley (Mrs. LoVerne Goodhill) of RR8 Watford 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. One grandson predeceased and 1 grandson predeceased him. Resting at the Harper Funeral Home, Watford where funeral service will be held on Friday 20 January at 2 p.m. with Rev Christine Jerrett officiating. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-9. Internment in Watford Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 1947

EMMA (McKay) MINIELLY

Mrs. Emma McKay Minielly, 63 died at her home in Forest, Friday. She suffered a heart attack. Mrs. Minielly was born in Warwick Township and moved to Forest with her husband 26 years ago. Mrs. Charles Minielly died eight years ago. She had been secretary for Forest Chapter No.116 Order of the Eastern Star. The funeral was held from the United Church on Monday at 2.20 p.m. conducted by Rev. A.D. Boa, with burial in Beechwood Cemetery. Mrs. Minielly is survived by a daughter Mrs. Russell Lansing of London, and a son, Raymond of Hamilton; two sisters Mrs. A. Thompson of Wyoming, Mrs. Neil Fair of Watford and three brothers. Harry, Ernest and Leslie McKay of Warwick Township.

PETROLIA TOPIC 30 APRIL 1959

BARBARA ANN (Hayward) MINIELLY

Mrs. Barbara Ann Minielly, 79, RR2, Wyoming died Friday 24 April 1959 in the Parker Nursing Home, Watford, after a long illness. She was a daughter of Robert Hayward and Margaret Smith and was born on the 2nd line Plympton Township. Mrs, Minielly was married twice, her first husband Francis George Minielly predeceased her 51 years ago. Surviving are two sons; Arthur of Plympton and Frank of Windsor. From her marriage to William C. Minielly who died in 1923 are a daughter and a son. Mrs. Lawrence Mason (Marjorie) of Grandbend and Orval of Windson. She is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Joseph Rooney of Sarnia; three brothers, William Hayward of B.C., John Hayward of Manitoba and Edwin Hayward of Petrolia and nine grandchildren. Funeral service at the McKay and White funeral home Monday at 2.30 was conducted by Rev. H.A. Edwards, minister of Calvary Baptist Church of which she was a member. Interment was in Wyoming Cemetery. The pallbearers were Fred Tanner, Stenley Hayward, Clayton, Ross, Clarence and Glenn Minielly.

SARNIA OBSERVER  MAY 1975

JEAN (Wilkinson) MINIELLY

At the Sarnia General Hospital on Thursday 22 May 1975 Jean (Wilkinson) Minielly of Ontario St., Forest formerly of Janisee St., Windsor, age 64 years. Beloved wife of Frank Minielly, dear mother of Frances (Mrs. Ralph Harper) of Warwick Village, John of Southwold, Marion (Mrs. Michael Bray) of Kingsville and Gordon of Cayuga; dear sister of Verna (Mrs. Fred Elkerker), Emma (Mrs. Bill Blain), Gordon and Clarence of Watwick, George of New Liskeard and John Winston of Forest. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren. Resting at the Ronn E. Dogde Funeral Home, James at Watt St., Forest where funeral service will be conducted on Monday afternoon at 1.30 p.m. Interment in Warwick Cemetery. Friends will be received commencing Saturday evening.

PAPER NOT KNOWN 1959

ROBERT W. MINIELLY

Robert William Minielly, 78 of RR 2 Wyoming, retired farmer and lifelong resident of Kerth community died Thursday at his home after a long illness. Born on London Road he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Minielly. He married Mary Jane Dewar who survives him along with three daughters, Mrs. Del Coulter (Thelma) of Plympton Twp., Mrs. William McKellar (Aileen) of Sarnia and Mrs. George White (Bess) of Wyoming; three sons, Neil, Leslie and Lloyd all of Camlachie; a sister Mrs. Jennie Fleming of RR2 Wyoming and 11 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Funeral will be held Saturday at 2.30 p.m. from McKay and White Funeral Home. Rev. D. M. Guest will officiate. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery.

SARNIA OBSERVER NOVEMBER 1994

ROSS CECIL MINIELLY

At Sarnia General Hospital, on Thursday, November 10, 1994, ROSS CECIL MINIELLY, 63 years, of RR 2, Wyoming. Beloved husband of Caroline (neeWray). Dear father of Robert and Marcia Minielly  of Forest, Norman and Janet Minielly of RR 5, Watford and Marion and John Lennan of RR 4, Petrolia. Dear grandfather of Sheina, Alyssa, Craig, Jennifer, Grant and Dean Minielly and Matthew & Marlena Lennan. Dear son of Mrs. Lillie Minielly of Watford and the late Bert Minielly. Dear brother of Allan, Wayne, Ivan, Claire and Royce Minielly and Elaine Morgan. Pear, son-in- law of Mrs. Stella Wray of Sarnia. Visitors will be recieved at the Wyoming Chapel  650 Broadway Street, Wyoming on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Warwick United Church on Saturday at 1 p.m.  Rev. Alymer Smith officiating. Interment in Warwick Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by the Needham-Jay Funeral Home.

Funeral for Ross Cecil Minielly, 63, of RR2, Wyoming, was held 12 November at Warwick United Church with Rev. Aylmer Smith officiating. Burial was at Warwick Cemetery. Pallbearers were Norman Minielly, Marion Lennan, John Lennan, Royce Minielly, Steve Minielly, Glen Ferguson and Ken Blain. Robert Minielly and Les Long were the flowerbearers. Mr. Minielly, who died Nov. 10, 1994, at Sarnia General Hospital, is survived by his wife, Caroline (Wray) Minielly; sons, Robert and his wife Marcia, and Norman and his wife Janet; daughter, Marion Lennan and her husband John; grandchildren, Sheina, Alyssa, Craig, Jennifer, Grant and Dean Minielly, and Matthew and Marlena Lennan;   mother, Lillie Minielly; brothers, Allan, Wayne, Ivan, Claire and Royce Minielly; sister, Elaine Morgan;, and mother-in-law, Stella Wray. Arrangentents by Needham- Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia.

NEWSPAPER NOT KNOWN JUNE 1982

NORMA ELIZABETH (Wellington) MINIELLY

As a result of an auto accident, 1 June 1982 Norma Elizabeth (Wellington) Minielly age 27 years, of 32 Prince Street Forest. Beloved wife of Robert C. Minielly. Dear mother of Sheina Lisa. Dear daughter of Ray and Fannie Wellington of Plympton Township. Sister of Robert of Forest and Max at home. Daughter-in-law of Ross and Caroline Minielly of Plympton. Resting at the Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home, James at Watt Street, until Friday morning. Funeral Service Warwick United Church, Friday afternoon at 2.00. Visitation Thursday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 7-9. Donation to the C.E.E. Hospital Fund would be appreciated.

NEWSPAPER NOT KNOWN JUNE 1982

Teacher Killed in Car Accident

A two car collision Tuesday on the 8th concession at the 17th Sideroad in Bosanquet Township, has claimed the life of a 27 year old Forest Woman. OPP in Forest reported today Norma Minielly of 32 Prince St., was pronounced dead on arrival at Strathroy Hospital. Police said Mrs. Minielly was west bound on the 17 Sideroad when she collided with a vehicle which was northbound on the 8 Concession driven by Janet Blenkhorn, 28, of RR1, Thedford. Mrs. Blenkhorn and a passenger, Debra Huxley, also of RR1 Thedford, suffered minor injuries and remain in satisfactory condition at Strathroy Hospital. A second passenger, Helen Wright, also of RR1 Thedford was treated and released. Police said the collision occurred at an intersection controlled by yield signs on the 17 Sideroad. There was no estimate of damage available. Mrs. Minielly was travelling home from Bosanquet Central School near Thedford, where she taught Grades 1 and 2. School principal Dougald McIntyre said students are quire "broken up and sullen today" after learning of the accident. He said Miss Ruth Craig, who had replaced Mrs. Minielly last year while Mrs. Minielly was on maternity leave, will again teach until June. Mrs. Minielly is the wife of Robert Minielly and has a one year old daughter Sheina.

LONDON FREE PRESS JANUARY 1970

ALBERT CANTON MINIELLY

Albert Canton Minielly aged 85 years of RR1 Wyoming passed away at his residence on Wednesday 14 January 1970. He was a well known retired farmer. Survived by his wife, the former Mary Elizabeth Blain. Dear father of Mrs. Reginald Catt (Rena),   of Warwick, Mrs. Leslie McIntyre (Alice) of Forest, Mrs. John Allan (Doris) of Camlachie, J. Clayton and Ross F both of Wyoming and Clarence A. of Petrolia. Thirty grandchildren and four great grandchildren also survive. Resting at the McKay and White Funeral Home, Wyoming, Ont., until Friday 16 January where funeral service will be held at 3.30 p.m. Rev. Douglas Ramsay of Wyoming United Church, assisted by the Rev. D.M. Guest will officiate. Interment Wyoming Cemetery.

LONDON FREE PRESS MAY 1990

J. CLAYTON MINIELLY

J. Clayton Minielly a resident of RR2 Wyoming, died Wednesday 1 May 1990 at C.E.E. Hospital Petrolia at the age of 69 years/ Son of the late Albert and Mary (Blain) Minielly. He was a lifelong resident of Wyoming and a member of Wyoming United Church. Beloved husband of Ella (McKay) Minielly. Dear father and father-in-law of Evelyn and Joe Steadman of Alvinston, Allen and Sheila Minielly of Forest, Sharon and Ken Ramsay of Thunder Bay, Ilene and Ray Cushman of Wyoming, Marilyn and Bruce Walker of Sarnia, Dennis Minielly of Warwick Village, Linda Kapala of Watford, Brenda White of Petrolia, Jim White of Kitchener, Cathy and Mike Unsworth of Tupperville and Cheryl Minielly of Sarnia. Sadly missed by 20 grandchildren. Dear brother of Rena Catt of Forest, Doris Allan of Camlachie, Clarence Minielly of Petrolia, Ross F. Minielly of Wyoming and Alice McIntyre of Forest. Predeceased by a son Larry Allan Minielly (1944). Friends will be received at Nicholis Funeral Home 650 Broadway St., Wyoming Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be conducted from Wyoming United Church Saturday 1 May 1990 at 11 a.m. Donations to the Chronic Care of C.E.E. Hospital or the V.O.N. may be left at the funeral home. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery.

LONDON FREE PRESS FEBRUARY 1968

VICTOR ALEXANDER MINIELLY

Victor (Vic) Alexander Minielly, aged 66 years, suddenly at his late residence, RR2 London Road, Wyoming, on Tuesday 6 February 1968.  Beloved husband of the former Margaret (Mildred) McDonald Minielly. Dear father of Donald Gordon and one daughter, Miss Carolyn both at home. Dear brother of Gordon at Bright's Grove; Dr. Herbert of Woodstock; Harold of Kitchener and one sister Mrs. W.J. (Hilda) Canton of Wyoming. Three grandchildren. Member of Wyoming St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and of Model Lodge No. 147 IOOF of Wyoming. Resting at McKay and White Funeral Home, Wyoming, where funeral services will be held on Friday, 9 February at 2.30 p.m. Rev. Hugh Nugent officiating. Donations to the Heart Fund gratefully accepted in lieu of flowers. Interment Wyoming Cemetery.

SARNIA OBSERVER SEPTEMBER 1998

IDA EUGENE GERTRUDE (Jean) (Mathany) MINIELLY

Peacefully at Forest on Sunday 6 September 1998, Ida Eugene Gertrude (Jean) (Mathany) Minielly, aged 84 years, formerly of 35 Park Lane, Forest, beloved wife of the late Ernest W. Minielly (1974). Dear sister of Douglas Mathany of Wallaceburg, Willis (Bud) Mathany of Bright's Grove. Predeceased by her parents Edward Mathany and Annie Belle Bowers, her sister Betty Burr (Sept 1998) and brothers Roy and Lem. "Special Auntie Jean" to neices and nephews and dear friend to many. Jean was a devoted member of Forest Baptist Church. Resting at the Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home, McFarland Chapel, James St., at Watt, Forest. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral service Forest Baptist Church Wednesday morning 9 September 1998 at 10 a.m. Donations appreciated to the Forest Baptist Church property Fund. Interment Beechwood Cemetery, Forest.  A Memorial tree will be planted in Memory of Jean by the Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home.

SARNIA OBSERVER MARCH 1998

MARGUERITE M. (Kernohan) MINIELLY

At the North Lambton Rest Home on Wednesday 11 March 1998, Marguerite M. (Kernohan) Minielly, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late W. Warner Minielly (1991). Dear mother of Frances (Mrs. Jack Levie) of London, Eldon of Warwick, Val (Mrs. Sid Fraleigh) of Forest. Predeceased by an infant daughter Mildred (1930) also by brothers and sisters Lloyd, John, Edward, Pearl and Olive. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild. Resting at the Ronn E. Dodge Funeral Home, McFarlane Chapel, James at Watt St., Forest where funeral service will be conducted on Friday afternoon at 2.00 o'clock with Rev. Bob Lewis officiating. Visitation 1 hour prior to service on Friday. Donations to Crohns and Colitis Foundation, appreciated. Interment Warwick Cemetery. A Memorial tree will be planted in memory of Mrs. Minielly by the Dodge Funeral Home.

SARNIA OBSERVER JUNE 1955

LESLIE McEWEN

Leslie McEwen died Friday 14 June 1955 in Sarnia General Hospital, age 55 years. Resided RR2 Wyoming. Beloved husband of Doris Minielly. Resting at his late residence Lot 26 Con 4 Plympton Township on London Road until Monday 27 June at 2.30 p.m. when the funeral service will be held from McKay and White Funeral Home, Wyoming. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery.

SARNIA OBSERVER SEPTEMBER 1993

DOUGLAS MINIELLY

At Sarnia General Hospital on Sunday 19 September 1993, Douglas Minielly aged 58 years, of Point Edwards. Dear father of Stephen and Marie and Carolyn and Greg Fracalanza and their son Brett Douglas all of Sarnia. Beloved of Theresa Pickett. Dear son of Mrs. Gladys Tonkens and her husband John of Sarnia and the late Neil Minielly (1975). Dear brother of Bill and Shirley Minielly and Jack Minielly all of Wyoming. Dear friend of Theresa's family, Gail Darisi, Corinne Schieman and Graham Pickett and their families. Doug was a caring and giving person with everyone he knew and a hard worker at Charterways Transportation and Provost Bulk Transport. Visitors will be received on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Wyoming Chapel, 650 Broadway Street Wyoming, where the funeral service will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. Rev Doug Wright officiating. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Cremation with interment of cremains in Wyoming Cemetery. Arrangement by the Needham-Jay Funeral Home.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE JULY 1927

ROBERT C. WILLIAMSON

The death occurred on Wednesday 6 July 1927  of Robert C. Williamson, aged 75 years,  after poor health for some time and serious illness for over two months, at his home on John Street. The deceased was born on the fourth line of Warwick. Over 50 years ago he was married to Miss Sarah Healey of Warwick, who survives him. He is also survived by three sons and two daughters; V.R. and Harvey of London, Ralph of Brandon, Man; Mrs. John Kernohan of Durand, Mich., and Mrs. E. Baker of Winnipeg. Mr. Williamson spent a large portion of his life at railroad work, living in Windson, London, Winnipeg and other cities until about 4 years ago when he came back to Watford. He was a member of Lodge 209, A.F. & A.M., London. His funeral on Friday afternoon was conducted by Masonic Brethren of Watford. The Church service was conducted by Rev. E.H. Sawers and the pallbearers were J. Saunders, E.D. Swift, J.W. McLaren, Reginald Thorne, W.C. Aylesworth and S. Saunders. Interment in Watford Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 1941

PETER FLEMING

A lifelong resident of Warwick Township Mr. Peter Fleming died at the Parker Nursing Home in Watford early Tuesday morning in his 78th year. Mr. Fleming was born on the 2nd line of Warwick and lived his entire lifetime on the family homestead. In 1888 he was married to Eliza Williamson of Warwick who predeceased him in October 1934. Surviving are one son Alexander Fleming of Warwick and two daughters, Mrs. William   Bowie (HazeL)  and Mrs. Thomas Carter, (Clara) both of London; also one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Crapper of Minneapolis, Minn and 16 grandchildren. The funeral wervice was held from the home of his son Alex Fleming, Lot 18, Con 3 S.E.R. Warwick on Thursday at 2.30 p.m. Rev. A.G. Scott, of Knox Presbyterian Church, Warwick and Rev. W.T. Eddy of Erie St. United Church, Watford, conducted the service and interment was in Watford Cemetery. The pallbearers selected were lifelong friends and neighbors; Thomas Gault; Ivan Bryce; William Carroll all of Warwick; John McIntosh, Al. Routley, B. Smith all of Watford.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 13 OCTOBER 1934

ELIZA (Williamson) FLEMING

Funeral services were held on Friday 12 October from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Thomas Carter, second line of Warwick, of Mrs. Peter Fleming, who died in a London hospital on Tuesday 9 October 1934. Mrs. Fleming had undergone an operation on Monday and did not rally. She had been in poor health for some months, suffering with a heart ailment. Mrs. Fleming was formerly Eliza Williamson and was born in Warwick Township and had lived in the Watford district for practically her entire life. She is survived by her husband Peter Fleming of Watford, one son Alexander and two daughters, Mrs. Thomas Carter of the 2nd line South, Mrs. Hazel Bowie of London. Also by 2 sisters Mrs. Long of Sarnia and Miss Margaret Williamson of London; 2 brothers Richard and William Williamson both of Watford. Interment was at Watford Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 2 JULY 1964

ALEXANDER FLEMING

Alexander Wallis Fleming, passed away suddenly at his home on Friday in his 70th year. Son of Warwick parents Peter Fleming and Liza Williamson, born on the family farm 2nd con., south, Warwick, 2 miles north of Watford. Surviving are his wife, formerly Mary Eliza Cameron of Warwick and a family of six sons and three daughters; Leonard and Arnold at home; Archibald of Guelph; Donald of Camrose, Alberta; Jim of Victoria, B.C.; Ross of Sarnia; Mrs. Ivan Gowing (Marguerite of Listowel, Ont., Mrs. Ellwood Ross (Grace) of Alvinston; Mrs. Robert Dobson (Ilene) of Watford; and 21 grandchildren. Also 2 sisters; Mrs. William Bowie (Hazel) of London and Mrs. Thomas Carter (Clara) of Strathroy. Another son, Ivan of Vancouver Island predeceased him last summer. Rested at Harper Funeral Church with Rev. Willbert R. Williamson of Port Huson, assisting. Interment was in Watford Cemetery. The pallbearers were lifelong neighbors; Robert Auld Jr; George Edwards; Harry Copeland; Ken Morris; Wilbert Jarriot and William Brayford.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE  FEBRUARY 1958

MARGARET WILLIAMSON

Miss Margaret Williamson, died 5 February 1958 in London. Last surviving daughter of the late John Williamson. She was born and raised at Brown's Creek, east of Watford 90 years ago. For many years she was a staff employee of Smallman-Ingram Store, now Simpsons of London and in recent years resided in the John Dearness Home. Neices and nephews in the Watford area are her survivers. The body rests at Harper Funeral Home, where service will be conducted on Saturday at 2 p.m. by Rev. E. B. Toffelmire, of St. Andrew's United Church, with interment in Watford Cemetery.

SARNIA OBSERVER APRIL 1994

ALBERT WILLIAM JAMES JARRIOTT

At St. Joseph's Health Dentre on Wednesday 30 March 1994, Albert William James Jarriott, age 89 years of Sarnia. Husband of Regene Doris (Williamson) Jarriott and brother of Wilbert Jarriott, Gladys Williamson and Dorothy Healey all of Watford and Lillian Williamson of Sarnia. Predeceased by a sister Carrie Logan. Mr Jarriott was a retired Chief of the Sarnia Fire Department. Born in Warwick, he had resided in Sarnia for over 70 years. Complete funeral service will he held in the chapel of the D.J. Robb Funeral Home on Friday 1 Spril at 2.00 p.m. with the Rev Tom Rodger of Paterson Memorial Presbyterian Church officiating. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday afternoon from 1.00 p.m. until time of service. Sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to the charity of choice. Interment in Grandview Cemetery.

SARNIA OBSERVER APRIL 1994

GLADYS LEILA ALBERTA (Jariott) WILLIAMSON

Gladys Leila Alberta Williamson passed away peacefully at the home of her loving daughter Mrs. Elsie Muxlow, 575 Simcoe St., Watford on Saturday 9 April in her 94 year. She was the beloved wife of the late Alfred Kinney Williamson and dear mother of Elsie Muxlow of Watford; Mervyn Williamson of Chatham and Keith Williamson of Sarnia. Dear grandmother of 12 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 6 great, great grandchildren. Dear sister of Lily Williamson of Sarnia and Dorothy Healey and Wilbert Jarriott both of Watford. Predeceased by one sister Carrie Logan, one brother Albert Jariott and one son-in-law Wilfred Muxlow. The funeral service was held on Monday 11 April at 2.00 p.m. from the Harper Funeral Home, Watford, with Rev. Christine O'Reilly officiating. Serving as pallbearers were Gary, Danny and Darcy Muxlow; Rick, Paul and Barry Williamson. Flowerbearers were Ken Williamson, Rick Mitchell, Chris Burton, Warren Faulds, Dave Nace and Mike Couwenberg. Internment in Watford Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE  25 APRIL 1974

MAUD IRENE (Williamson) HEALEY

Mrs. Clarence James Healey, the former Maud Irene Williamson, passed away suddenly at her residence John St. Watford, on Wednesday 17 April 1974 in her 65 year. Besides her husband she is survived by three daughters; Mrs. Ted Collins (Evelyn) of London; Mrs. Ronald McKinlay (Bernice) of Port Credit and Mrs. John Gray (Debbie) of Toronto and one son Ronald of Chateauguary, Quebec, and 4 grandchildren. One brother Gerald Williamson of Bright's Grove also survives.Harper Funeral Home was in charge of funeral arrangements, with service conducted on Saturday 20 April  by the Rev. D. Dinnick, with interment in Watford Cemetery. Pallbearers were; Ernie Arnel; Elmer McLean; Peter Mathers, Ed Burns, Bruce Sharp and Ken Acton.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 14 JANUARY 1927

DOROTHY MAXINE WILLIAMSON (1926-1927)

The funeral of Dorothy Maxine little daughter of Basil and Lillie Williamson was held on Friday afternoon from the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jarriott, 2nd line, Warwick. The service was in charge of T. Wilkie of Grand Bend who spoke very impressively, taking for his text part of the 12th Chapter of Second Book of Samuel. The pallbearers were four little boys, her uncle Wilbert Jarriott and three little cousins, Walter Beattie, Jim and Ivan Morgan. Besides her parents she leaves one little sister Evelyn. Much sympathy is extended to the family in their sorrow. Mrs. Williamson's sister, Mrs. Clare Logan, having passed away 3 weeks ago and at the present time, Mr. Jarriot's mother lies criticelly ill at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thorner in Sarnia.    Interment in Watford Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE  JUNE 1948

LORNE WILLIAMSON

Lorne Roy Williamson, died 21 June 1948, age 63 years,  a native son of the 4th line west of Watford and a mail courier service the same conecssion on RR5 out of Watford for the past 23 years, died of  a sudden heart attack shortly after Sunday midnight. In all the 30 odd years of rural mail delivery on seven routes out of Watford, his is the first death of a courier while under contract. Others have retired or sold their contracts. Lorne was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Williamson, 4th line pioneers and is survived by 2 brothers and 2 sisters all of Watford and district; Mrs. Alexander Westgate; Mrs. Fred Bryce; Freeman and Vaughn Williamson. The service was conducted at Harper Funeral Home on Tuesday afternoon by Rev. S.J. Sharkey of Watford Presbyterian Church and interment was in Watford Cemetery. Pallbearers were 6 nephews; Frank and Merton Bryce; Ralph Westgaet; Gerald, Carl and Allan Williamson.

PETROLIA TOPIC 11 NOVEMBER 1943

JOHN WILLIAMSON

John Williamson, son of Richard and Sarah Williamson, died at his home south of Manitou Beach. Mr. Williamson was born near Wyoming on 28 March 1860. He went to Michigan when a young man. On the 17 March 1887, he married Miss Rose Baer of Medina Township Michigan. Besides his wife and daughter he leaves one brother, Richard of Watford. He was predeceased by one brother, Duncan and one sister Mrs. Ellen Canton.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE

BENJAMIN WILLIAMSON

Benjamin Williamson, a son of the late David Williamson and Mary Lamb, of Warwick, died at his home on the 10th line east of Petrolia on Friday of last week, after several month's illness. He was in his 75th year. Mr. Williamson was born in Warwick and for many years operated Watford's elextric light plant in the days before Hyrdo distribution and later was steam engineer at A. Dunlop's flour mill on Front St. He left Watford 23 years ago to take up farming on the 10th line in Enniskillen, where he has since resided. Married twice, Mr. Williamson's first wife was Fanny Hamilton, (1860-1892) of Warwick who died many years ago, leaving one son James D. Williamson, a teacher in Toronto Schools, and one daughter, Mrs. Leslie Morrison (Maud) of Brigden who survives. His second wife Formerly Catherine Lett of Warwick, also survives. There are also 5 brothers; Henry of Watford; Andrew in Dolan, South Dakota; James of Provost, Alberta; William of 4th line Warwick; Joseph of Edmunds, B.C. and one sister Mrs. John Bryce of Saskatoon, Sask. The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon, with service being held at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Morrison, near Brigden. Many friends and relatives of Watford district attended the service. Interment in Watford Cemetery. (The Watford Cemetery book show's his name, but no dates).

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE

FREEMAN KERSEY  (1883-1973)

Freeman Kersey, formerly of Georgetown died Monday in Strathmere Lodge at Strathroy. He was the husband of the late Myrtle Williamson (1892-1919) and the late Ethel Cunningham. Mr. Kersey is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held this Wednesday afternoon at Harper Funeral Home with interment is Watford Cemetery. Rev. Claude Root, of Trinity Anglican Church officiated. Pallbearers included Ray Payne, Jack, Elgin and Jim Kersey, Cecil Hall and Charles Cooper.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE APRIL 1954

FREEMAN ERNEST WILLIAMSON

A life-long resident of Warwick Township, Freeman Ernest Williamson, died in the Ontario Hospital, St. Thomas, Wednesday 28 April 1954. He was aged 73 years. He was the son of the late John Williamson and Jane Skillen Williamson of the fourth line of Warwick. He farmed in Warwick Township and retired to Watford some years ago. He was a member of the Watford Presbyterian Church. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Clarence Healey and a son, Gerald both of Watford; five grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Bryce and Mrs. Alec Westgate both of Watford and two brothers, Uriah of Lethbridge, Alta., and Vaughan of Watford. The body is at the Harper Funeral Home where service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday. The Rev. Reid Montgomery of Trinity Angligan Church will officiate. Interment will be in Watford Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 8 OCTOBER 1934

ELLEN IRENE (Williamson)  WILLIAMSON

The death occurred at her home on the fourth line of Warwick Township on Friday of Ellen Irene Williamson, wife of Freeman Ernest Williamson in her 38th year. Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at the residence of her father Richard Williamson Lot 6 Con 4 S.E.R. with interment in Watford Cemetery.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE  31 JANUARY 1959

CORA EMMA (Williamson) WESTGATE

Cora Emma (Williamson) Westgate died 29 January 1959.  Funeral of Mrs. Alexander Westgate, 70, formerly of Watford was held from Denning Funeral Home today, to St. John's Anglican Church Strathroy. Burial was in St. James Cemetery Brooke Township. Mrs. Westgate died at Strathroy Hospital, Thursday after a lengthy illness. She was the former Cora Emma Williamson, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Williamson of Warwick Township. Mrs. Westgate lived her entire life in Warwick Township with the exception of the last few years when she lived in Strathroy. She was a member of Grace Anglican Church, near Kerwood and took an interest in all of the church organizations. Her husband Alexander Westgate who predeceased her some years ago, was the first road superintendent on the Warwick Township section of Highway 22. Surviving are six daughters; Mrs. Alex McLean (Alma); Mrs. John Manders (Mary Jean) both of Watford; Mrs. Charles Green (Beulah) and Mrs. Frank Cole (Beryl) of London; Miss Norma of Baffin Island in the Arctic; Mrs. Bruce Faulds (Pauline), Stanley and Ronald all of Kenora, Ralph of Strathroy; Palmer of London and Paul of Glenco; also one brother and one sister, Vaughn Williamson and Mrs. Fred Bryce, both of Watford.

LONDON FREE PRESS JUNE 2001

IVY GERTRUDE (Fuller) WINTER

At Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Monday, June 11, 2001, Ivy Gertrude (Fuller) Winter of Arkona in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Frederick Winter (1986). Dear sister of Joe and Pat Fuller of Point Edward and Gladys Fuller of Forest. Predeceased by brothers Wilfred, Basil, George and Frank, and sisters Mabel Teeple, Bertie Smith, Lottie Marsh, and Minnie Wight. Fondly remembered by hundreds of nieces and nephews. Resting at the Gilpin Funeral Chapel, Forest for visitation on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  Funeral Service on Thursday June 14th at 1:30 p.m.  Pastor Dave Daily officiating. Interment Arkona Cemetery. Rememberances can be made to the Gideon or charity of your choice.

PETROLIA TOPIC JUNE 2001

WHITLOCK

Douglas Whitlock, 61 years, of  Petrolia, died at the C.E.E. Hospital, Petrolia, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, June 16, 2001. Doug owned and operated D. & D. Contracting since 1970 and was an avid hunter, enjoyed camping with his grandchildren and had a great appreciation for the outdoors. He was a member of Washington Masonic Lodge #260 (Petrolia), the Wyoming Baptist Church and the Lambton Central Optimist Club. Doug is survived by his wife and best friend for 39 years, Janet (nee Smith), his cherished children, David and Corinne Whitlock of Wyoming, Pam and Nick Weese of Alvinston and the late Carol Whitlock (1989), his much loved grandchildren, Chelsea, Carlene and Carissa Whitlock and Rodney, Troy and Tamara Weese, a sister, Gail Simmons, his sisters and brothers-in-law, Mildred Dodge (Morley) (1990), Ron and Eileen Smith, Ritchie and Marion Smith and Margaret and Boyd Harness, his birth mother, Marguerite Gilroy and her children, Marlene and Bev Connolly, Geraldine and Ken Brooks, Larry Gilroy and the late Verna Smith (2000), a close family friend, Joe LaPointe and several nieces and nephews. Doug was predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Winnie Whitlock (nee Johnson) and his in-laws, Victor and Lottie Smith (nee Alexander). Visitors were received on Monday, June 18, 2001,from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia. The Washington Masonic Lodge #260 held a memorial service on Monday at 6:45 p.m. The funeral service was held at the Wyoming Baptist Church on Tuesday, June 19, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. David Bonney officiated. During the service, Mrs. Marie McNally sang two solos, 'Where The Roses Never Fade' and 'In The Bulb There is a Flower.' Two hymns were sung by the congregation, 'We Have an Anchor' and 'In The Garden.' Interment was in Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia. The pallbearers were: Dick Bradley, Lee Bradshaw, Leo Deschamps, Neil Maniuk, Marcel Beaubien and Dallas Johnson. Other hunting friends formed an honor guard at the church and the cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation, the Terry Fox Fun or the Wyoming Baptish Church.

Suddenly in Brooke Twp., on Thursday, June 21, 2001, Kevin Robert Neil Redick of Alvinston in his 27th year. Beloved son of Bob and Anne Redick of Alvinston. Cherished friend of Jennifer Dicks and her son Josh. Loving father of Kaitlyn. Cherished grandson of Jean and the late Neil Patterson and Joleen and the late Charles Redick. Also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Kevin will be missed by his many friends. Relatives and friends were received at the Alvinston Chapel, 3232 River Street, Alvinston on Saturday, 7-9 and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral Service was held on Monday, June 25, at 11:00 a.m. at Guthrie Presbyterian Church, Alvinston. Interment Alvinston Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Brooke-Alvinston Minor Hockey Assoc. or C.E.E. Hospital, Petrolia. Arrangements by Arn Funeral Homes, 287-2831.

SARNIA OBSERVER MAY 1994

DORIS GIBSON (LAIDLER) CRANSTON

At Saugeen Memorial Hospital, on Tuesday, May 10th., 1994 in her 81st. year, the former Doris Laidler of Port Elgin and formerly of Sarnia, wife of the late  Charles Cranston of Sarnia. Mother of Joy and her husband Clair Fowler of Port Elgin, Charlene (Penny) and her husband Clare McNichol of Thamesville and Robert Cranston and his wife Pat of Sarnia. She is also survived by five grandchildren and one great grand-daughter. Sister of Tom Laidler, Jean Hollins, Harry Laidler, Ruth Kirby, Eunice Therriault and Evelyn vanHoogenhuize all of Sarnia. Friends may call at the Stewart Funeral Home 254 George St., Sarnia, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday. Funeral service will be conducted in the Chapel on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia. Memorial contributions to the Lung Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

Funeral for Doris Gibson (Laidler) Cranston, 81, of  Port Elgin, formerly of Sarnia, was held May 14 at the Stewart Funeral Home, with Rev. Thomas Rodger officiating. Burial was at Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia. Pallbearers were Bill vanHoogenhuize, Steven Laidler, Tommy Hollins, Bruce Kirby, Brian Laidler and Donald Chesher. Mrs. Cranston, who died May 10 at Saugeen Memorial Hospital, is survived by her daughters, Joy Fowler and her husband Clair of Port Elgin, and Charlene (Penny) McNichol and her husband Clare of Thamesville; son, Robert Cranston and his wife Pat of Sarnia; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and sisters and brothers, Tom Laidler, Jean Hollins, Harry Laidler, Ruth Kirby, Eunice Therriault and Evelyn vanHoogenhuize, all of Sarnia.

SARNIA OBSERVER 6 JULY 1965

C. WATSON CRANSTON

C. Watson Cranston,  died at his residence, 141 Brock North on Monday 5 July 1965, age 80 years, widower of Rae Coulter.  A Sarnia resident since 1920 and formerly of Moore Township. Mr. Cranston was a pensioner of the CNR, a member of Paterson Memorial Church and the B. of R.C. Surviving are two sons, Clarence and Charles, both of Sarnia; two daughters, Mrs. Roy Hare (Olive) and Mrs. Carl Chesher (Donna) both of Sarnia; 14 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Funeral service will be held from the D.J. Robb Funeral Home Thursday at 2 p.m. with burial in Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia.

SARNIA OBSERVER OCTOBER 1994

DONNA RAE (CRANSTON) CHESHER

At the Sarnia General Hospital on Tuesday, October 11, 1994, Donna Rae (Cranston) Chesher,  age 77 years, of Sarnia. Beloved wife of Carl Chesher. Dear  mother of  Don Chesher  and wife Dale, Gloria McCutcheon and husband Peter and Anne Ruble and husband Glenn, all of Sarnia. Also survived by grandchildren Darron and Melodee Chesher, Alan McCutcheon, Michelle, Cara and Jennifer Ruble and one great-grandchild Jacob Ruble. Dear sister of Olive Hare (Roy) and Clarence Cranston.   Predeceased by her   parents Watson and Rachel Cranston, a brother Charles Cranston and sisters-in- law Doris and Elsie Cranston. She was a Charter member of Paterson Memorial Presbyterian Church and choir and a Life-Time member of Delta Chi Sigma Sorority, Nu Chapter. Resting at the  D.J. Robb Funeral Home  where the funeral service will he held on Saturday, October 15th. at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday and Friday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. with a memorial service by Delta Chi Sigma Sorority on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Arthritis Society, Post Polio Organization or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated. 

SARNIA OBSERVER AUGUST 1994

MARK ALLAN CAIN

Mark Allan Cain, in his 26th year, was suddenly taken from us through a tragic accident in Calgary, Alberta on August 12th 1994. Beloved son of Henny and Rob Drope and Bernard Cain. Loving brother of Jeff and Mary Jo Cain, Sharla and Clint Stroop, Garry Drope, Darlene Drope and Denise and Gary Heaslip. Survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by family and friends in Sarnia, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 17th, 1994 at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Reformed Church, 1105 Exmouth Street, Sarnia. Interment to follow Lakeview Cemetery. Friends may call at the Smith Funeral Home   1576 London Rd. Sarnia, Tuesday evening 7-9. Sympathy through donations to the C.R.W.R.C. Rowanda Relief or the Red Cross Rowanda Relief would be appreciated by the family.

Funeral for Mark Allan Cain,  25, of Calgary, Alta., formerly of Sarnia, was held Aug. 17 at the First Christian Reformed Church, with Rev. Jake Kuipers officiating. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery. Pallbearers were Clint Stroop, Garry Drope, Dave Armstrong, Scott Kay, Craig Laur and John Kap. Mr. Cain, who died Aug. 13, 1994, is survived by his parents, Henny and Rob Drope and Bernard Cain; and brothers and sisters, Jeff and Mary Jo Cain, Sharla and Clint Stroop, Garry R Drope, Darlene Drope, and Denise and Gary Heaslip. Also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and by family and friends in Sarnia and Calgary. Arrangements by Smith Funeral Home, Sarnia.

SARNIA OBSERVER JUNE 1995

LLOYD STANLEY COOK

Lloyd Stanley Cook, formerly of Warwick Village, passed away in Lambton Meadowview Villa, Petrolia on Tuesday, June 13, 1995, in his 99th year. Lloyd was the oldest living member of Havelock Lodge #238, Watford, a member for 74 years, and an Honourary Life Member since 1972. He was a long time ball player, and Warwick Ball Park sits on land donated by Lloyd and Anna Cook. He was the first Fire Chief of the Warwick Township Volunteer Fire Department and the oldest member of the Stormy Lake Hunt Club. He was the beloved husband of the late Anna Ellen (Auld) Cook, and loving father of Jean and Don Hollingsworth of  Warwick Village, and L.S. and Sheila Cook of Petrolia. Dear grandfather of five grandchildren, Jim Cook, Bill Cook and Don Cook, Rick Hollingsworth, and Jane vonderRecke, and nine great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Lee Cook of London. Predeceased by one brother Walter Cook. Resting at the Harper Funeral Home, Watford, where funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 15th at 2 p.m. with Rev. Elwyn Townsend, chaplain of Meadowview Villa officiating. Interment in Bethel Cemetery Warwick Township. Visitation one hour before funeral service on Thursday.  At the request of the family, no flowers please. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Warwick United Church Mission Fund would be appreciated by the family.

WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE OCTOBER 1998

AUDREY MARGARET (RHODES) COOK

Audrey Margaret (Rhodes) Cook, lifelong resident of Watford, passed away in the Vision Nursing Home, Sarnia on Saturday, October 17th, 1998, in her 97th year. She was the beloved wife of the late Burton Franklin Cook (1979), and dear mother of Burton Cook and his wife Jean of Sarnia, and Margaret Birmingham and her husband Leslie of Toronto. Dear grand- mother of Douglas Cook and his wife Tracy of Kitchener, Robert Cook of Sarnia, Lesley-Jane (Birmingham) Bruce and her husband Bradley of Acton, Dr. Bradley and Blair Birmingham of Toronto, Beth Birming- ham of Gainsville, Florida, and Trevor Birmingham of London. Great-grand mother of Tyler, Benjamin and Riley Bruce, and Sydney and Carson Cook. Predeceased by her parents, Rev. Arthur H. and Eva Lorena (Watson) Rhodes of Point Edward; sisters, Frances of Watford, and Verna Carson: brother, Maurice Rhodes of Detroit; and grandson David Cook of Samia. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 21st at 2:00 p.m. from the Harper Funeral Home, Watford With Rev. Peter Leonard officiating. Interment in Watford Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family. (Pallbearers were Bradley Blair, Trevor Birmingham, Bradley Bruce, Douglas and Robert Cook).

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