Jeff Clark and Danielle Marie Armstrong
Husband Jeff CLARK (details suppressed for this person)
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Wife Danielle Marie ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Gerald Bruce ARMSTRONG Mother: Mary Jane RAU
Children
1 M Austin Douglas CLARK (details suppressed for this person)
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2 F Avery Marie CLARK (details suppressed for this person)
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Darby Marie Armstrong
Husband (details suppressed for this person)
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Wife Darby Marie ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Robert Edward ARMSTRONG Mother: Dayle ROUX
Children
Darren James Armstrong and Catherine Louise Olajos
Husband Darren James ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Robert Rainey ARMSTRONG Mother: Yvonne FRANKE
Marriage:
Wife Catherine Louise OLAJOS (details suppressed for this person)
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Children
1 F Cassandra Emiley ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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David Armstrong and Jane Tate
Husband David ARMSTRONG
Born: 1 Sep 1842 - Antrim, Ireland Christened: - Antrim, Ireland Died: 20 Oct 1915 - Painesdale, Houghton, Michigan, USA Buried: 22 Oct 1915 - Sault Ste Marie, Michigan
Father: Rainey ARMSTRONG (1818-1899) Mother: Rosey McKINSTREY (Abt 1817-1888)
Marriage: Abt 1866
Noted events in his life were:
Birth Location
Antrim County, Ireland
Burial Location
Riverside Cemetery Lot 8, Block 11, Grave #3
Death Location
At the home of his daughter in Painesdale, Michigan
Occupation
Blacksmith; Sanitary Officer and Meat Inspector in Sault Ste. Marie.
Wife Jane TATE
Born: Abt 1843 - British America Christened: Died: 13 May 1913 - Sault Ste Marie, Chippewa, Michigan, USA Buried: 13 May 1913 - Sault Ste Marie, Chippewa, Michigan, USA.
Noted events in her life were:
Burial Location
In the Riverside Cemetery Block 11, Lot 8, Grave 1
Children
1 F Mary ARMSTRONG
Born: Feb 1867 - Michigan Christened: Died: Buried:Spouse: Daniel McLEOD (1860- ) Marr: Abt 1894
2 M William J ARMSTRONG
Born: 1868 - Michigan Christened: Died: 1936 Buried:Spouse: Elizabeth Jane McCARTY (1876-1939) Marr: 8 Nov 1899 - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
3 F Eliza J ARMSTRONG
Born: Jan 1871 - Michigan Christened: Died: Bef 1913 Buried:Spouse: Walter E VICHERY (1867- ) Marr: 11 Jan 1894 - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
4 F Grace ARMSTRONG
Born: 27 Apr 1877 - Michigan Christened: Died: 10 Apr 1903 - Sault Ste Marie, Chippewa, Michigan, USA Buried: 12 Apr 1903 - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.Spouse: Emil R LANGE (Abt 1868- ) Marr: 8 Jan 1902 - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
General Notes (Husband)
Obituary: Evening News, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. October 21, 1915. Page 1.
Soo Pioneer Is Taken By Death.
David Armstrong, for 51 years a resident of Chippewa county, and for the past three years prior to May 1 of this year, sanitary officer and meat inspector in this city, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D A McLeod in Painesdale yesterday. He was born in Scotland (note) and was 79 years old.
Two weeks ago Mr Armstrong left this city for a short visit at the home of his daughter in Painesdale. The body arrived in the Soo this Morning accompanied by Mrs. McLeod.
The deceased is survived by his daughter and one son, William J Armstrong, 105 South Ashmun Street, from whose residence the funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. O P Ellis will officiate, Interment will be made in Riverside Cemetery,
(Note: Should read - He was born in--- Ireland)
General Notes (Wife)
Obituary: Pioneer Dies Suddenly. Mrs. Armstrong lived in the Sault Thirty Years.
Death came suddenly this morning to Mrs. David Armstrong while alone at her home at 608 Easterday Avenue. Mrs. Armstrong was 70 years old and had resided in this county for a number of years. She is survived by a husband and two children, Mrs. D. A. McCloud of Painesdale, Michigan and William J. of this city. No arrangements have been made for the funeral.
Born in Northwestern Canada, Mrs. Armstrong moved to this county when a girl and made her home at Churchs Point Sugar Island, where she resided for a number of years. She was married there 40 years ago and moved to this city in 1880 where she has resided since that time.
Her sudden death comes as a complete shock to her many friends who had learned to love Mrs. Armstrong as a friend and neighbor.
Interesting note about occupations
It is interesting to note that Jane's father was a Tug Boat Captain on the waters around Sault Ste. Marie in the 1800's. Now her great - great granddaughter's husband is also a Tug Boat Captain, but on the Mississippi River.
General Notes for Child William J ARMSTRONG
W. J. was into just about everything at the store that he started, selling, trading, bartering etc. It is told that one afternoon a man came by the Armstrong store with an Ox and W. J. said "tie the Ox up to the shed out back and come in the store and we will talk" After about 15 minutes another person came in the store and said "your shed is going down the street" A true story - so they say.
General Notes for Child Grace ARMSTRONG
Obituary: The Daily News-Record, Friday, April 10, 1903 - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Succumbed to a Long Illness at Noon Today.
Mrs. Emil R. Lange died at the family residence on Easterday Avenue shortly after noon today. While the deceased had been ill for sometime her death came as a surprise to her family, who had not thought the end was near.
Mrs. Lange was formerly Grace E. Armstrong, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Armstrong. She had resided in the Soo since infancy, and was married to E. R. Lange about a year ago
She was popular among a large circle of acquaintances and her death will be sincerely mourned. No arrangements for the funeral have as yet been made, but the time and place will be announced in The News-Record tomorrow.
Dean Michael Armstrong and Kimberly Ann Goldsworthy
Husband Dean Michael ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Howard Glenn ARMSTRONG (1937-1998) Mother: Joyce Marie BELL
Marriage:
Wife Kimberly Ann GOLDSWORTHY (details suppressed for this person)
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Children
1 F Brooke Lauren ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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2 F Morgan Shelby ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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Raymond "Ray" Dale Tiffin and Debra Maureen Armstrong
Husband Raymond "Ray" Dale TIFFIN (details suppressed for this person)
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Wife Debra Maureen ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Clarence Edgar "Army" ARMSTRONG (1911-1989) Mother: Ann SWEENEY (1916-2006)
Children
1 F Lindsay Dawn TIFFIN (details suppressed for this person)
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2 M Sean David TIFFIN (details suppressed for this person)
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Derek Armstrong
Husband Derek ARMSTRONG (details suppressed for this person)
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Father: Steven Douglas ARMSTRONG Mother: Debra Marie GILBERT
Wife (details suppressed for this person)
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Children
Garnet Alexander Mousseau and Dorothy Isabell Armstrong
Husband Garnet Alexander MOUSSEAU
Born: 23 Feb 1915 - Hay, Huron, Ont., Can. Christened: 1915 - Hensall, Huron, Ont, Can Died: 13 May 2006 - Ridgetown, Kent, Ont., Can. Buried: 17 May 2006 - Hensall, Ontario.Marriage: 6 Nov 1940 - Varna, Huron, Ont., Can.
Noted events in his life were:
Burial Location
In the Hensall Union Cemetery.
Church
Presbyterian Church Ridgetown; Presbyterian Hensall
Military
Canadian Army during WWII
Occupation
Manager, Ontario Farmers Co-Op
Residences
Hay Twp; Hensall, Ont; Ridgetown, Ont.
Wife Dorothy Isabell ARMSTRONG
Born: 15 Jan 1920 - Stanley, Huron, Ont., Can. Christened: 1920 - Stanley, Huron, Ont, Can Died: 25 Jul 1990 - Chatham, Kent, Ont., Can. Buried: 29 Jul 1990 - Usborne Twp. Huron, Ont, Can.
Father: John Allen ARMSTRONG (1892-1959) Mother: Mary "Mabel" MOFFATT (1893-1958)
Noted events in her life were:
Birth Location
At the home of her parents in Stanley Twp.
Burial Location
Hensall Union Cemetery
Church
Presbyterian Church Ridgetown; Presbyterian Hensall; Goshen United, Stanley Twp.
Education
Stanley, Huton, Ont. Can
Occupation
Housewife - sales clerk
Noted events in their marriage were:
Marriage location
United Church Manse, Varna, Ont
Children
1 M Eric Wayne MOUSSEAU
Born: 16 Jun 1945 - Clinton, Huron, Ont, Can Christened: Died: 22 Sep 1966 - Tuckersmith, Huron, Ont, Can Buried: 24 Sep 1966 - Usborne Twp. Huron, Ont, Can.
2 F Cheryl Louise MOUSSEAU (details suppressed for this person)
Born: Christened: Died: Buried:Spouse: James POULIN (living)Spouse: Donald Edward CROWDER (living)
General Notes (Husband)
Obituary: London Free Press - May 15, 2006
MOUSSEAU A resident of Ridgetown, Garnet Mousseau passed away at the Village, Ridgetown on Saturday, May 13, 2006 at the age of 90. Born in Hensall, son of the late Alex and Mary (Ridley) Mousseau. Beloved husband of Marion (Sitter) Mousseau and predeceased by his first wife Dorothy (Armstrong) Mousseau (1990). Dear father of Cheryl Crowder and her husband Donald of Milton and predeceased by his son Eric Mousseau (1966). Loved grandfather of Corey Crowder. Brother of Lloyd and Gloria Mousseau of Hensall, Donald and Shirley Mousseau of R.R.#2 Hensall, Irene Oesch of Clinton, and Jean and Bob Elliott of Tavistock. Step-father of Debbie Lashbrook of Midland, David and Rhonda McLean of Thamesville, Janet and Larry Deshaw of Ridgetown, Nancy and Greg Underwood of Bothwell, and several step-grandchildren. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews.
Garnet was the manager of the U.C.O. Plant in Thamesville until his retirement in 1980. He was a veteran of WWII and served in Holland and Germany with the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry. Garnet was a member and retired elder of Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church, Ridgetown. Family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 76 Main Street East, Ridgetown on Tuesday from 2:00-4:30 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Service at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Mervin Tubb officiating. Interment in Hensall Cemetery. Donations by cheque to Ducks Unlimited, World Wildlife Federation or charity of choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
General Notes (Wife)
Dorothy and I shared the same birthday, January 15. She was born in 1920 while I was born in 1934, with fourteen years difference in our ages I do not have any recollection of her living at home on the farm prior to her marriage to Garnet on November 6, 1940. I do recall making a trip with my father, mother and younger brother Howard to St. Catharines for a visit. The year would have been about 1942 or 43 when Dorothy and her husband Garnet were working in a factory, all part of the war effort.
Then after Garnet went over-seas at the end of 1944 I recall Dorothy living with us at the farm. It was then that their son Eric was born on June 16, 1945. I recall Dorothy calling on me and Howard to rock Eric in his baby buggy outside on the sidewalk beside the house, on nice summer days. How after a while the fun of looking after the baby was keeping us from playing and doing other more interesting things.
Garnet soon returned for Europe and he and Dorothy moved to Hensall, where we visited them often. What I remember most about Dorothy is her ability to be the best mother, wife and house keeper possible. It was always a delight to be at her home and enjoy her wonderful cooking. One could not help but marvel at the cleanliness and tidiness that her home was always found to be.
She was equally caring about her personal appearance, always well dressed and immaculate about herself. Dorothy took a deep interest in all who she came in contact with and people soon felt completely at ease with her. I know that when my wife to-be, Shirley first met Dorothy, Shirley was so taken with her kind ways and manner that she never forgot and always though highly of Dorothy.
Their second child, Cheryl was born on September 19, 1951 while they were living in Hensall. Garnets work with the United Co-operatives of Ontario took him to the Co-op operation in Thamesville, Ontario and the family moved to live in the nearby town of Ridgetown.
As her children grew up Dorothy worked in a local grocery store in Hensall that was owned by good friends of Dorothy and Garnets. Then while living in Ridgetown she also worked in a similar store there for some time.
It was soon after the move to Thamesville that the family went through a difficult time when Eric was killed in a tragic automobile accident near Hensall. He had started work with a local electrical company and had not made the move with the rest of the family.
On July 15, 1990 Dorothy suffered a massive heart attack and died very suddenly.
By Ron Armstrong
Obituary: London Free Press, July, 1990
Suddenly at Chatham on Wednesday, July 25, 1990; in her 71st year, Dorothy Isabel (Armstrong) Mousseau, a resident of Ridgetown and formerly of Hensall. Beloved wife of Garnet Alexander Mousseau. Dear mother of Cheryl (Mrs. Don Crowder) of Milton and the late Eric Mousseau (1966). Sister of Allan Armstrong of Goderich, Ronald Armstrong of Simcoe, Howard Armstrong of R R 1, Zurich and the late Kenneth, Leslie and Floyd Armstrong. Also survived by one grandson Coree. The Mousseau family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, Ridgetown on Friday 2:30-4:30 and 7-9 PM and at the Michael P. O'Connor Funeral Home, "Hensall Chapel" on Saturday 2:30-4:30 and 7-9 PM. Funeral service at the Michael P. O'Connor Funeral Home, "Hensall Chapel" on Sunday at 3 PM. Interment Hensall Union Cemetery, Hensall.
Funeral Notice
In Loving Memory of
Dorothy Isabel (Armstrong) Mousseau, Main St.,E., Ridgetown And Formerly Hensall
Born January 15, 1920 : Stanley Twsp.
Died July 25, 1990 : Chatham Age : 70 Years
Funeral Service 3:00 P.M. Sunday July 29,1990
Michael P. O'Connor Funeral Home "Hensall Chapel"
Officiating Rev. Mark Gaskin Carmel Presbyterian Church
Interment Hensall Union Cemetery Hensall, Ontario
General Notes for Child Eric Wayne MOUSSEAU
"Funeral Notice"
In Loving Memory of
Eric Wayne Mousseau
who passed away in Tucksmith Twp. on
Thursday September 22nd 1966
In His 22nd year
Remains are resting at the Bonthron Funeral Chapel Hensall
Funeral will tkae place from the Carmel Presbyterian Chuch Hensall
Saturday September 14th 1966
Service at 3:00 o'clock D.S.T.
Interment in Hensall Union Cemetery
Friends and acquaintances please accept this invitation.
Walter E Vichery and Eliza J Armstrong
Husband Walter E VICHERY
Born: Feb 1867 - New York, USA Christened: Died: Buried:Marriage: 11 Jan 1894 - Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Noted events in his life were:
Occupation
Manager, American Express
Wife Eliza J ARMSTRONG
Born: Jan 1871 - Michigan Christened: Died: Bef 1913 Buried:
Father: David ARMSTRONG (1842-1915) Mother: Jane TATE (Abt 1843-1913)
Noted events in their marriage were:
Marriage location
At the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Armstrong.
Children
Notes (Marriage)
Marriage Notice: Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan Newspaper - January 13, 1894
The Armstrong - Vichery Nuptials:
Miss Eliza I Armstrong, of this city, and Walter E. Vichery, of Ft. Atkinson, Wis., were united in marriage at 9 o'clock a.m. Thursday morning, Jan. 11, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Armstrong, by the Rev. C. M. Thompson. The bride is a well known and popular young Lady. Mr. Vichery is also popular among his many friends here. He has been in the employ of the American Express Co. for several years. The happy couple departed for Milwaukee and other cities on their wedding trip. They will be at home to their many friends in this city after Feb. 1.
Edward Boyes and Eliza Jane Armstrong
Husband Edward BOYES
Born: 4 Jun 1873 - Clinton, Huron, Ont., Can. Christened: Died: 24 Aug 1967 - Clinton, Huron, Ont., Can. Buried: 27 Aug 1967 - Bayfield, Ont, CanMarriage: 28 Aug 1901 - Hensall, Huron, Ont., Can.
Noted events in his life were:
Burial Location
Bayfield Cemetery, 120F
Death Location
In Clinton Public Hospital.
Occupation
Farmer
Wife Eliza Jane ARMSTRONG
Born: 1 Nov 1877 - Goderich Township, Huron, Ont., Can. Christened: Died: 16 Jan 1957 - Clinton, Huron, Ont., Can. Buried: 19 Jan 1957 - Bayfield, Ont, Can
Father: George ARMSTRONG (1854-1935) Mother: Eva "Jane" Eleanor WESTON (1856-1901)
Noted events in her life were:
Burial Location
Bayfield Cemetery, 120F
Death Location
In Clinton Public Hospital.
Noted events in their marriage were:
Marriage location
In the Presbyterian Manse.
Children
1 F Eva Jane BOYES
Born: 7 Nov 1901 - Stanley, Huron, Ont. Christened: Died: 10 Jan 1979 - Goderich, Huron, Ont., Can. Buried: Jan 1979 - Bayfield, Ontario.Spouse: Wilbert Lloyd JOHNSTON (1893-1979) Marr: 1932 - Stanley, Huron, Ont., Can.
2 F Florence May BOYES
Born: 8 May 1905 - Stanley, Huron, Ont. Christened: Died: 27 Dec 1996 - Winnipeg, Manitoba Buried:Spouse: Frank FOWLER (1907-1992) Marr: 21 Jun 1930 - Stanley Twp, Huron, Ont.
3 F Mabel Ann BOYES
Born: 16 Feb 1907 Christened: Died: 17 May 2004 - Hensall, Huron, Ont., Can. Buried: 19 May 2004 - Bayfield, Huron, Ont.Spouse: Wilmer Thomas REID (1903-1977) Marr: 9 Jun 1928
4 M Bert Russell BOYES
Born: 25 Jan 1912 - Stanley Twp. Huron Co. Ont. Christened: Died: 21 Jun 1977 - Clinton, Huron, Ont. Can. Buried: 24 Jun 1977 - Clinton, Huron, Ont. Can.Spouse: Iva Laurena NOTT (1912-1991) Marr: 22 Sep 1934 - Tuckersmith, Twp. Huron, Ont.
General Notes (Wife)
A couple of interesting stories about Eliza Jane, recalled by her grandson Bayne Boyes are as follows. When Bayne's father and mother, Bert and Iva were first married, they lived for a couple of months with Bert's parents, Ed and Eliza Jane. Iva remembered how Eliza Jane used to rattle the pots and pans at 4:00 AM to get everybody up. They also tell of how Eliza Jane could throw one hundred pound bales of hay into the truck.
By Gwen Patterson with help from Mona and Deb.
Eliza Jane Armstrong was born November 01, 1877 in Goderich Township, the first child to George Armstrong and Jane Weston. The family lived in Goderich Township for a time, and then when Eliza was about five, they moved to West Wawanosh Township, not far from Nile. Eliza would go to school there. She would help with the chores and play with her two little sisters. Soon, there would be a baby brother to help look after. She would grow up, small, but strong, for she could hold her own when it came to doing work! When she was eighteen, the family, now numbering six children, moved back to the Armstrong homestead in Stanley Township. How hard it must have been to leave behind her school hood friends.
Eliza Jane made new friends and she was now surrounded by many cousins. She met a young fellow named Edward Boyes. He was born on June 04, 1873 in Clinton, son of Edward and Mary Ann (Walker) Boyes. They decided to get married and chose a date in 1901. But tragedy struck the Armstrong home, when Eliza's mother died unexpectedly in February of that year. Eliza and Ed were married August 28, 1901, in the Presbyterian Manse in Hensall. They took a honeymoon trip by horse and buggy to Woodstock Ontario.
In 1910, Ed and Eliza bought a farm on the Bronson Line in Stanley Township. It was100 acres just north of Blake, Lot 5, Con. XII. They would farm there until 1916. It was here, that their family was born. There was Eva Jane, born November 07, 1901. Then Florence Mae was born May 08, 1905. Another little daughter, Mabel Ann was born February 16, 1907. Then their son Bert Russell was born January 25, 1912.
They sold that farm in 1916 and the family moved to another farm just south of Brucefield, Lot 11, Con I on the London Road, (Highway 4). It was from this property that, in 1965 a section was severed and Huron Centennial School was built. But, at the time there was a lovely barn and a nice white house with black shutters. Eliza Jane and Ed would farm there for the next 35 years. Their family would grow up; have their teenage and young adult years here. There would be lots of music in the house because Florence could really play the piano and Mabel and Bert played the violin. They all had an 'ear' for music for not a one needed a musical note! The children would all eventually marry and move to their own homes, but all were still within the area. When their son Bert got married, he and his new wife Iva lived for a couple of months with Eliza and Ed. Iva would relate how her mother-in-law would get up at 4:00 in the morning, rattle the pots and pans, and get everyone going nice and early! The cows needed to be milked! Eliza Jane would be hard at work too, for they told how she could throw those 100 pound bales of hay onto the truck or wagon.
Brucefield would be the hub of their activities. Eliza Jane and Ed attended the Brucefield United church, and Eliza was active in many and various women's organizations. In August 1951, the couple celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. They were treated to a family gathering and dinner at the Little Inn in Bayfield.
In the fall of 1951, they moved from their farm into a little house on Victoria Street in Clinton. There they would remain for the rest of their years. They became active members of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Clinton. Eliza Jane died in the Clinton Public Hospital on January 16, 1957, and Ed died on August 24, 1967 after an illness of only two days. Both are buried in Bayfield Cemetery.
Notes (Marriage)
Golden Wedding Anniversary: Clinton Paper - August 28, 1951
Residents of the Brucefield vicinity for thirty-five years, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Boyes today celebrated their golden wedding anniversary and were guests of honor at a family dinner party arranged by their family at the Little Inn, Bayfield. Both are natives of Stanley Township. Mr. Boyce 78, is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward Boyes of the Bronson Line, and his wife 74, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Armstrong of the Goshen Line.
Recalling their wedding at the Presbyterian Manse in Hensall, the couple tell of their honeymoon trip to Woodstock in a buggy. For the early part of their marriage they farmed for 15 years a 100 acre farm on the Bronson Line. Later they came to South of Brucefield and are now planning to move into Clinton this fall. They have a family of one son, Bert Boyes, Clinton; three daughters, Mrs. Wilbert Johnston, Bayfield; Mrs. Frank Fowler, Huron Road; and Mrs. Wilmer Reid, Varna, and eight grandchildren. Both are members of the Brucefield United Church. Mrs. Boyes is active in the various women's organizations.
General Notes for Child Eva Jane BOYES
By Gwen Patterson with help from Mona and Deb.
Eva Jane Boyes was born on November 07, 1901. She was the eldest child of Eliza Jane (Armstrong) and Edward Boyes. She grew up on the family farm; 100 acres in Stanley Township on the Bronson Line. She attended S.S. # 9 Stanley in Blake. She would grow up helping with the farm chores and looking after her three younger siblings; two sisters and a little brother.
Eva met and married Wilbert Lloyd Johnston in 1932. Wilbert was born November 29, 1893 in Stanley Twp. His parents were Edward and Eva (Kennedy) Johnston. Eva and Wilbert were married at the bride's parents residence which, at the time, was just south of Brucefield on the London Road. Eva was 31 years old. They settled in a lovely house in Goderich. Wilbert ran a fox farm with his brother George, south of town. After a few years, they sold their house and bought the "Deer Lodge Park" just north of Bayfield. It was a lovely home overlooking the lake and there were several little cottages on the property which they rented out to vacationers. They ran the Lodge for a number of years and met many wonderful people who would return year after year. Deer Lodge Park is still in operation.
Eventually, they sold the Lodge and moved to Holmesville, staying for a few years, before moving back to Goderich to a house at 45 St. David Street. The Goderich Credit Union stands on that property today. Eva took a stroke and needed a great deal of help with day to day living. She passed away at her residence on January 10, 1979. Wilbert died that same year, on November 19. Both are buried in Bayfield Cemetery. Although Eva and Wilbert had no family of their own, Eva was fondly remembered for her great cooking skill, and how she loved her many nieces and nephews.
General Notes for Child Florence May BOYES
By Gwen with help from Donna and Alma.
Florence Mae Boyes was born May 08, 1905 in Stanley Township. She was the second daughter of Eliza Jane and Ed Boyes. She grew up on the family farm on the Bronson Line, just north of Blake. She attended S.S. # 9 Stanley at Blake. Florence had a gifted ear for music. She could play the piano and never need a note of written music. She loved to accompany her brother, and her uncles and cousins as they played their violins.
Florence met and would marry Frank Fowler on June 21, 1930 at the home of her parents just south of Brucefield. Frank was born on March 26, 1907 in Hullett Twp. The couple took up farming with Frank's parents, Herbert and Christine (Brown) Fowler, on the James Fowler Homestead on the Huron Road, Lot 4, Con. I. The farm was located about three miles west of Seaforth, on Highway 8. It has been recorded that this farm was once part of the Van Egmond properties and here the first crop of wheat was planted and harvested in Huron County. Florence and Frank would remain on this farm until they retired.
It was here on the farm that their three daughters grew up. Donna Jean was born on May 20, 1933 in Seaforth. Alma June was born March 22, 1939 in Seaforth, and Carol Ann was born August 31, 1943 in Seaforth. There was lots of hard work on the farm, but there was time for fun too. Frank was a "sweet" violin player and Florence could play the piano "by ear". What a great combination! When family, friends or neighbours would drop in, there would be time for a game of euchre, a tune by Frank on the fiddle, with Florence chording on the piano, and then a tasty sandwich and a piece of pie.
Upon retirement, Florence and Frank moved to Goderich. They were there for a short time, and then decided to move out west to be closer to their family. They moved to Winnipeg, and here on June 16, 1992, Frank passed away. Florence died in Winnipeg on December 27, 1996 at the age of 91.
General Notes for Child Mabel Ann BOYES
By Gwen Patterson with help from Mona and Deb.
Mabel Ann Boyes was born February 16, 1907, third daughter of Eliza Jane and Ed Boyes. She grew up on the family farm on the Bronson Line and, with her sisters, attended S.S. # 9 Stanley. When she was about nine years old the family moved to a new farm south of Brucefield and she changed schools.
Mabel married Thomas Wilmer Reid on June 09, 1928. He was born August 14, 1903, son of John Wilson and Margaret Ann (Elliott) Reid. Wilmer and Mabel took over the Reid home farm, Lot 13 West Half BRN (Bayfield Road North). Wilmer's parents moved into Varna and Wilmer and Mabel would farm here until 1976. Wilmer farmed on this 100 acre farm between Varna and Bayfield for his entire life. He always had a barn full of cattle, pigs and hens. He was a quiet man and a 'deep thinker'. With Mabel's help they did quite well.
Mabel was the outgoing and social one of the couple. She was a strong, independent woman who worked hard all her life. Her motto was 'early to bed, early to rise'. She would always be up by 6:00 A.M., have her floors washed, a load of laundry done and be ready to go help with the farm work by 8:00 o'clock. She was a true farm wife, working alongside her husband and their numerous hired hands. She drove a tractor, kept chickens and sheep, milked cows and took eggs and butter into Bayfield to sell. She was a great cook; scalloped potatoes were a specialty. She mended, sewed and loved to quilt.
Mabel also loved her music. She was a great fiddle player and often performed in "The Boyes Band" with her brother and sisters. They would do the dance circuit of Brucefield, Kippen and Staffa. She also sang in the church choir at Brucefield. This wonderful musical talent would be passed on to her family. Wilmer was a longtime member of the Varna Loyal Orange Lodge #1035. Mabel and Wilmer had only one child. Mona Mae was born June 01, 1930, in Seaforth Hospital. Mona and her family are the musical performers of today.
In 1976, Mabel and Wilmer sold their farm to their grandson Blaine Stephenson. They moved to Bayfield into a lovely little house on the Bluewater Highway (Main Street South). Sadly, Wilmer passed away at University Hospital, London on January 30, 1977.
Mabel continued to live on her own in her little house. She loved to visit with her friends, and she loved her car, "The Mabel". With it, she could go to family functions, get her mail and go to senior diners club. She was always ready to go and would never be late! She was the first person to arrive at the Varna Church suppers. A special family function not to be missed was celebrating her birthday with her daughter and grand-daughter! She did some traveling that included trips to Switzerland, Arizona and out West.
When Mabel was in her nineties, she moved into the Queensway Nursing Home in Hensall. There she passed away peacefully on May 17, 2004. She was in her 98th year. Both she and Wilmer are buried in the Bayfield Cemetery.
Death Notice, London Free Press, Wednesday May 19, 2004
Peacefully at Queensway Nursing home, Hensall on Monday, May 17, 2004, Mrs. Mabel and Reid of Bayfield and formerly of Varna in her 98th year. Beloved wife of the late Wilmer Thomas Reid (1977). Loving mother of Mona and Ralph Stephenson of Varna. Cherished grandmother of Debora and Donald Rathwell, Blaine and Leisa Stephenson, Bill and Carol Stephenson all of Varna and Dale and Sandra Stephenson of Arva. Dear great-grandmother of David, Darcy, Daniel, Michael, Cara, Leanne, Robert, Ashley, Jamie, Mark and Jason. Predeceased by one infant great-great-grandchild, her parents Edward and Eliza Jane (Armstrong) Boyes, two sisters Eva Jane Johnson, Florence Mae Fowler and one brother Bert. Friends will be received at the Falconer Funeral Home, 153 High Street, Clinton on Tuesday from 7-9 PM were funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 at 2 PM with visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Bayfield Cemetery. Donation to Queensway Nursing home or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Eulogy: Delivered by granddaughter, Debora (Stephenson) Rathwell at Funeral on May 19, 2004.
We are here today to celebrate the life of a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who passed away at the great age of ninety-seven. Mabel Ann Reid (my grandmother) was a very strong, independent woman, who lived in her own home up to the age of 93. Her way of life was to work hard. Early to bed, early to rise was her life long motto. Even into her 90's she would be up at 6 A.M. everyday, floors washed, load of laundry done and be ready to go by 8 o'clock. She loved her car - "The Mabel". This gave her freedom, which provided her the opportunity to get the mail, go to diners and attend family functions.
She was a people person! Many times in conversation last evening, we heard of how she liked to have a good time and of her hardy laugh.
Never late - but always early. Grandma would always be the first person at the Varna church supper. She would never keep you waiting she was always ready and eager to go!
Three women of three generations, Grandma, Mom and I, would share our birthday celebrations together. Over twenty years this had become a tradition and now a cherished memory.
Grandma had a life-long love for music. Growing up she played the fiddle in the family band. She would be so proud today to know of all the musical talents her family has inherited.
Thank you, Grandma, for all the blessings you have given to us as a family. We will each remember you in our own special way and our prayers will continue to be with you. Your zest for living and your strong spirit will be treasured by us all. Good-bye Grandma, remember you are loved!
Witten by: Debora (Stephenson) Rathwell, Carol Stephenson and Leisa Stephenson.
Some of the address given at Mabel's funeral, by the Minister:
Mabel was a true farm wife and worked alongside her husband Wilmer and their numerous hired hands over the years. She drove tractor, she kept chickens and sheep. In a recent conversation with the family, nothing was said about cows, but it was mentioned that she would take eggs and butter into Bayfield to sell, so there had to be at least one cow. Not only did she work on the farm and in the fields, she also worked in the kitchen feeding family and hired help or the many thrashers at harvest time. Scalloped potatoes being one of her specialties, she cooked cleaned and mended, even for the hired help. As many women of her day did, she also liked to quilt.
Mabel did enjoy her family, oh yes family, friends and neighbors. She enjoyed the farm life, the town life, and travel near and far. She did travel to Switzerland, Arizona and out West.
Mabel enjoyed music, whether playing violin in the family band - "The Boyes Orchestra" with her brother and sisters, doing the dance circuit of Brucefield, Kippen and Staffa or singing in the church choir at Burcefield, music was a big part of Mabel's life. Music is a gift Mabel passed on to her family. I couldn't help but think that Mabel would have been so proud and smiling from ear to ear this past Valentine's Day when the Stephenson crew jammed at the Varna store. Mona and Ralph on the keyboard, Blaine with Grandam's fiddle, joined later by Sandra, Mark and Jason. Had Cara being home, much singing as well.
General Notes for Child Bert Russell BOYES
By Gwen Patterson with help from Bayne.
Bert Russell Boyes was the only son of Eliza and Ed Boyes. He was born January 25, 1912 in Stanley Twp. He was only about four years old when the family moved from the Bronson Line to their farm south of Brucefield. Bert grew up there on the farm, and he attended S.S.# 10 Stanley. He started to play the violin at about the age of three and he was very talented. He played in an adult orchestra when he was seven; his grandmother dressed him in a velvet suit and he stood on a table. He also had a wonderful tenor voice and apparently was physically the strongest man in the county; he could lift and throw an adult hog into a truck. He played by ear, and he could play anything. A neighbour, John Broadfoot, recalled how, when the young people in Brucefield were practicing for the Church choir, the musical instructor thought that it would be nice to have another instrument accompany the organ. Someone suggested that Bert might accompany them. The organist was skeptical that Bert would even know the music. When Bert arrived, he just asked that the music be played once. He then picked up his violin and played the songs perfectly!
After his schooling, Bert worked as a Drover for Wes Nott. They would herd large numbers of cattle to the railway lines. This was to be a good learning experience for his future business.
On September 22, 1934, Bert married Iva Laurena Nott in Tuckersmith on the Dale home farm. Iva was born August 06, 1912 in Tuckersmith Twp., daughter of George Wesley and Alice Laurena (Dale) Nott. Iva was a talented musician also. She was a Voice and Piano teacher, and she gave lessons at her home. She was also the choir leader at the Presbyterian Church in Clinton for many years.
Bert and Iva lived with Bert's parents for a time, and then moved to Clinton. They had a family of four; three sons and a daughter. Beverly Wayne was born May 10, 1939. Budd Wesley arrived on September 21, 1943, and Bayne Edward followed on November 08, 1945. Little daughter Bonnie Laurena was born April 06, 1948. All four children were born in Clinton Hospital.
Bert was preparing to set up his own business, and in 1954 he started Boyes Transport Co. out of Clinton, ON. He continued to transport cattle and other livestock to markets throughout the area. Iva became Operations Manager of Boyes Transport. She ran the 'business' end of the company. They worked hard and made a success of the business.
Bert died on June 21, 1977 after suffering a heart attack. He was only 65. Iva continued to carry on with the business for a number of years. She died of pneumonia on December 02, 1991 in London. Both Bert and Iva are buried in Clinton Cemetery.
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