OBITUARIES
LAMBTON COUNTY, ONTARIO, CANADA
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SARNIA OBSERVER FEBRUARY 1994
GEORGINA (Lena) LEVITT
At C.C. Hospital, Petrolia on Wednesday, 2 February 1994, Georgina (Lena)
Levitt (nee McLean), 101 years of Petrolia. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Levitt
(1979). Dear mother of Emily Gaborko and her husband Paul of R.R. #4, Petrolia and
the late Donald Levitt (1959). Dear grandmother of Karen Stutt, Gayle Gaborko and Andrea
Gaborko. Also predeceased by her brothers and sisters, Joe, Andy
and Dan McLean, Eliza Clark, Kate McDonald, Lottie Minielly, Maggie Fisher and
Emma Johnson. Visitors will be received on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the
Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia where the funeral service will be held on
Friday at 1 p.m. Rev. Blain Corcoran of St. Paul's Unites Church
officiating. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the C.E.E.
Hospital Foundation. Interment will be in Alvinston Cemetery. (Pallbearers were Ron
Lambert, Max McLean, Glenn Minielly, Ken Minielly, John Gaborko and Greg Racher).
LONDON FREE PRESS 11 SEPTEMBER 1989
DONALD McLEAN
At C.E.E. Hospital Petrolia on Sunday, 10th September 1989. Donald (Dan) McLean, 93
years, of 4018 Petrolia Street, Petrolia. Dear brother of Mrs. Lena Levitt of
Petrolia and the late Joe and Andy McLean, Eliza Clark, Kate
McDonald, Lottie Minielly, Maggie Fisher and Emma Johnson. Also survived
by several nieces and nephews. Visitors will be received on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the
Needham Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia where the funeral service will
be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. Rev. James E. Forsythe officiating. Interment in
Alvinston Cemetery.
THE SARNIA OBSERVER 19 SEPTEMBER 1989
DONALD McLEAN
The funeral for Donald (Dan) McLean, 93, of 4018 Petrolia
St., Petrolia, was held from the Needham-Jay Funeral Home
Tuesday 12th September with Rev. James E. Forsythe officiating. Pallbearers
were Bob Sawyer, Glenn and Ken Minielly, Max McLean, Paul Gaborko and
Wayne Fisher. Mr. McLean, who died Sunday, 10th September at CEE Hospital, Petrolia, is
survived by a sister. Mrs. Lena Levitt, and several nieces and nephews. Burial was in
Alvinston Cemetery.
SARNIA OBSERVER 29 JUNE 1948
MARGARET (SUTHERLAND) LUCAS
Suddenly at her home in Alvinston, on Monday 23 June, Margaret Ann Sutherland,
beloved wife of George Wellington Lucas, aged 74 years 10 months and 22 days.
Funeral services will be held in the Presbyterian Church, Alvinston, Wednesday at 3:30
p.m. following a private service at her former home on Elgin Street at 2 p.m.
Interment in the Alvinston Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 2 JULY 1948
MARGARET LUCAS
Mrs. George Wellington Lucas a well known resident of the
10th concession Brooke until their retirement to Alvinston five years ago,
died of a sudden heart attack at her home early Monday morning. Mrs. Lucas who was
approaching her 75th birthday was formerly Margaret Ann Sutherland, and throughout
her long residence in Brooke was devoted to her family and at the
same time aided in support of all church and community activities. Surviving
are her husband and a family of two sons and six daughters.
William Andrew and John both of Brooke. Mrs. Peter N. McLean
(Gladys) of London, Mrs. Orville Brander (Ellen) of Moore Twp., Mrs. Harold
Rathwell (Jean) of Glendale Arizona, Mrs. William (Margaret) Currah of
Oil Springs, Mrs. Raymond (Mary) Henderson of Sarnia, Mrs. Melvin (Verna) Carr of
Petrolia: with 17 grandchildren: also 3 brothers and 3 sisters. The funeral
service was conducted in Guthrie Presbyterian Church, Alvinston on
Wednesday afternoon by the Rev. H.R. Williams, with interment in
Alvinston cemetery. The pallbearers were 6 grandsons, Kenneth Lucas, Wayne
Bradner,Ivan Lucas, Donald Lucas, Ronald Lucas and Earl Hughes. Flower bearers were
Earl Palmer, Douglas Lucas, Fred Peaslee, Joe McKay, Irwin
Lucas, Herbert Hillton, Frank Lucas, Albert Higgins, Sanford Lucas and
Dan McLean.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 1951
G. WELLINGTON LUCAS
A former well known Brooke Twp., farmer, Mr. George
Wellington Lucas, aged 80, died on Saturday last at the home of his daughter, Mr.
Orval Brander in Moore Twp. He lived for many years on the 10th concession before
retiring to Alvinston where Mrs. Lucas predeceased him in June 1948. He
was the last of a pioneer family. Surviving are two sons and six daughters:
William Andrew and John W. Lucas of Brooke, Mrs. Peter McLean (Gladys) of Strathroy,
Mrs. Orval Brander (Ellen) of Moore Twp., Mrs. Harold Rathwell (Jean) of Arizona,
Mrs/ Melvin Kerr (Verna) of Enniskillen, Mrs. William Currah (Margaret) of
Enniskillen, Mrs. Ray Henderson (Mary) of Sarnia. Funeral service was conducted on
Wednesday at Harper Funeral Home, Watford, by Rev. H.R. Williams, of Strathroy, with
interment in Alvinston Cemetery. Pallbearers were six grandsons: Ken, Donald, Ronald and
Ivan Lucas, Wayne Brander, Earl Hughes. Flower bearers were Leander and Wellington
Higgins, Sanford, Frank, Douglas and Arnold Lucas, George Wilson, Charles
Peaslee, Dan McLean and Clare Logan.
SARNIA OBSERVER 24 APRIL 1968
WILLIAM LUCAS
William A. Lucas, 70 of Strathroy, died Tuesday at home. Surviving are his
wife, the former Misena Walker, four sons, Kenneth and Ivan of Lambeth, Donald
of London, Arnold of Montreal; a brother John of Alvinston,
six sisters, Mrs. Harold (Jean) Rathwell of Glendale Arizona, Mrs. Orville (Ellen) Brander
of Sarnia, Mrs. Ray (Mary) Henderson of London, Mrs. Peter
(Gladys) McLean of Strathroy, Mrs. Melvin (Verna) Carr
of Petrolia and Mrs. William (Margaret) Currah of Oil City. Funeral
service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from Denning Bros. Funeral Home,
Strathroy. Burial will be in the Alvinston Cemetery.
THE AGE DESPATCH 25 APRIL 1968
WILLIAM LUCAS
Funeral services will be held today at 2 p.m. for William A. Lucas, of 524
Metcalfe Street East, Strathroy, who died suddenly at the
family residence on Tuesday the 23rd of April. Reverend R.T.A. Marshall
will conduct the services in Denning Brothers Funeral Home. Mr. Lucas, 70, had lived
in Strathroy for three years and prior to that farmed in Brooke Township where he
was born. His wife, the former Misena Walker survives him. Also surviving are sons,
Kenneth of Lambeth, Ivan of Lambeth, Donald of London, Arnold of Montreal, thirteen
grandchildren, a brother John W. of Alvinston, sisters Mrs. Harold
(Jean) Rathwell of Glendale Arizona, Mrs. Orville (Ellen) Brander Sarnia, Mrs. Ray
(Mary) Henderson London, Mrs. Peter (Gladys) McLean Strathroy, Mrs. Melvin (Verna)
Carr Petrolia, and Mrs. William (Margaret) Currah Oil City. Mr. Lucas was a member of the
A.F.A.M. in Alvinston and attended St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church while in Strathroy.
Pallbearers will be John Livingstone, John Kinsmen, Stuart McCallum, Kenneth Grant,
Wayne Brander,and Douglas Currah. Honourary bearers will be Keith Walker, Eldon
Black, Gerald Black, Donald Currah, Keith and Ronald Lucas. Interment will be in
Alvinston Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 23 JUNE 1994
KENNETH WALKER LUCAS
At University Hospital, London on Friday 17 June 1994, Kenneth
Walker Lucas of London, formerly of Alvinston in his 70th year. Survived by
Betty (Brown) Lucas of Lambeth. Loving father of Michael and his wife Susan of London,
Randall and his wife Erica of Dorchester, Mary-Joe Atkinson of London,
Lisa and her husband Louie Picot of Barrie and Jonathon at home.
Loved by 3 brothers, Ivan of Lambeth, Donald of London and Arnold of Toronto.
Dearly loved by 7 grandchildren; Alice, Adam, Amy, Matthew, Michael Isaac and Simon.
Predeceased by a sister. Friends will be received at the McFarlane & Roberts
Funeral Home, Lambeth on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday from
3-5 and 7-0 p.m. then to St. Justin's Catholic Church where the funeral
Mass will be held on Monday 20 June 1994 at 10 a.m. with Father Gary
Goyeau celebrating. Memorial donations to University Hospital
Kidney Dialysis gratefully acknowledged. Interment in the Alvinston
Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 19 MAY 1966
PETER NEIL McLEAN
At St. Joseph's Hospital London, on Sunday 15 May,
Peter Neil McLean, beloved husband of Gladys Lucas and dear father of
Mrs. Earl (Helen) Hughes of Ottawa and Mrs. Herbert (Jean) Hilton of Port
Credit. Dear son of Mrs. Margaret McLean of Alvinston and
brother of Martin of Alvinston, Mrs. Gordon (Margaret) McCallum of
Alvinston, Mrs. Kenneth (Flora) McCallum of Exeter, Mrs.
Gilbert (Christina) Causley of Yorbalynda California, Mrs. Wilfred
(Pearl) Chapman of Rutherford Ontario, Mrs. John A. (Edna) McNeil
of Alvinston, Mrs. Robert (Mildred) Orlow of Detroit, Alex of Watford,
John of Alvinston, Mrs. Cecil (Mary) Campbell of Alvinston, Melvin of Toronto and Ross of
Alvinston. Also survived by seven grandchildren. In his 69th year. Resting at
Denning Bros., Funeral Home, Strathroy, where funeral service was
held of Tuesday 17 May at 2 p.m. Interment in Alvinston cemetery. A
Masonic service was held at the funeral home Monday evening at
8.30 p.m.
LONDON FREE PRESS 10 JANUARY 1989
GLADYS (LUCAS) McLEAN
Peacefully at her residence 36 Clarence Street Strathroy, on Monday 9 January 1989, Gladys
F. (Lucas), in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Peter N. McLean.
Dear mother of Helen Hughes of Severn Bridge and Jean Hilton of
Toronto; dear grandmother of Peter Hilton, Janice Neil, Scott, Grant, Brian and
Karen Hughes and Nancy Vaillancourt; great-grandmother of Julie, Kelly, Jaclyn,
Ryan, Christopher, Pamela, Michael, Jeffrey and Scott;
sister of Ellen Brander of Sarnia, Jean Rathwell of Arizona, John Lucas
of Alvinston, Margaret Currah of Oil City, Mary Henderson of London and Verna
Karr of Petrolia. Predeceased by 1 brother William A. Lucas. Resting at the
Denning Brothers Funeral Home, Strathroy where the funeral service will be
held on Wednesday 11 January at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dean Cassidy officiating. Donations
to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Funeral home
visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment in Alvinston Cemetery.
HERBERT HILTON
Suddenly, on Sunday, 2 November 1980, Herb Hilton, beloved husband of Jean (nee
McLean) and dear father of Peter and Janice. Dear son of Mary and the late Bert
Hilton. Dear brother of the late Harry Hilton. Herbert was Administrator
of the Ina Grafton Gage Home, United Church of Canada, and
member of the Joseph E. Hern Masonic Lodge and the Erindale Mississauga Lions Club.
Friends may call at the Trull Funeral Home, 1111 Danforth Ave. (one block east of
Donlands subway) on Monday from 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9
p.m. Funeral service will be held at the Cosburn United Church
(corner of Cosburn and Greenwood Ave.) on Wednesday, 5 November at 11 a.m. In lieu
of flowers, donations to the Herb Hilton Memorial Fund, Ina Grafton Gage Home would
be apprecaited. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London, Ont.
HERBERT HILTON
A funeral will be held tomorrow at 11 a.m. at Cosburn United Church in East
York for Herbert Hilton who died Sunday at the age of 52
years. He leaves a wife, Jean, son Peter, 31, and a daughter, Janice, 29.
Hilton, administrator for the past seven years of the Ina Grafton Gage
Home for the elderly women at Broadview Ave., and O'Connor Drive was actively
involved in social and service causes for much of the latter part of his
life. He was a member of session of Timothy Eaton United Church, chairman of
the Toronto Conference of the Chaplaincy of the church and president of the
Metro Toronto Zone of Ontario Association of Homes for the Aged. A memorial fund in
Hilton's name is planned at the Ina Grafton Gage Home. Burial will be tomorrow at 3
p.m. at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in London.
SARNIA OBSERVER 12 MAY 1977
ORVAL D. BRANDER
Orval D. Brander, 80, of 1476 LaSalle Rd., Corunna, died Wednesday at
Sarnia General Hospital. Born in Pickering, he was a Sarnia area
resident the past 41 years and a member of Burns United Church. Surviving are
his wife, the former Ellen Lucas, a son Wayne of Sarnia,
daughter Mrs. Homer (Shirley) Rayburn of Phoenix, Arizona and Phyllis of
Sarnia, brother Roy of Watford and four grandchildren. Predeceased by a
brother Alvin in 1975. Funeral service will be held from the D.J. Robb Funeral Home
Friday at 3 p.m. Interment Grandview Memorial Gardens. Sympathy may be
expressed through donations to the Charity of Choice.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 19 MAY 1977
ORVAL D. BRANDER
Orval D. Brander, of Corunna, passed away at Sarnia General Hospital on Wednesday, 11 May
1977, age 80 years. He is survived by his wife Ellen (Lucas) Brander,
two daughters, Mrs. Homer (Shirley) Rayburn of Phoenix, Arizona, Phyllis
Brander, and a son Wayne, both of Sarnia. Roy Brander, Watford, a brother and four
grandchildren survive as well. Predeceased by a brother Alvin (1975). The funeral service
was held at the D.J. Robb Funeral Home, Sarnia, on Friday 13 May, with interment in
Grandview Memorial Gardens.
LONDON FREE PRESS OCTOBER 1996
ELLEN BRANDER
At St. Joseph's Health Centre on Friday 4 October 1996, Ellen Vera (Lucas)
Brander age 92, wife of the late Orval Brander (1977)
of Sarnia. Dear mother of Wayne Brander of Sarnia, Shirley Rayburn
and her husband Homer of Glendale, Arizona and Phyllis Brander of Sarnia;
loving grandmother of Kathy Culverhouse and her husband Gary of Sarnia, Wayne
Brander Jr., and his wife Lori of Kincardine, Kelly Brander of London, David Brander
of Sarnia, Bryon Rayburn and his wife Terri of Littleton, Colorado and Gia Young of
West Plains, Missouri. Nine great-grandchildren also survive. Sister of Jean
Rathwell of Phoenix, Arizona, John Lucas of Brooke Township, Margaret
Currah of Oil City, Mary Henderson of London and Verna Karr
of Enniskillen Township. Many nieces and nephews also survive. She
was predeceased by a brother William Andrew Lucas and a sister Gladys
McLean. Funeral services will be held from the Chapel of the D.J.
Robb Funeral Home, 102 North Victoria Street, Sarnia
(519-336-6042) on Tuesday, 8 October at 1 PM with interment
to follow at Grandview Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family at the
funeral home on Monday between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial
gifts to St. Joseph's Continuing Care or the charity of choice would be
appreciated by the family.
SARNIA OBSERVER 9 OCTOBER 1996
ELLEN VERA (LUCAS) BRANDER
The funeral service was held on Tuesday 8 October 1996 for
Mrs. Ellen Vera (Lucas) Brander in the Chapel of the D.J. Robb Funeral Home with
the Rev. Bob Gibson of Dunlop United Church and Mrs.
Elaine Walker, Chaplain of St. Joseph's Health Centre officiating. Wife of the
late Orval Brander (1977). Mrs. Brander is survived by her son Wayne Brander
and daughters Shirley Rayburn and her husband Homer and Phyllis
Brander, four grandchildren and three great-grantchildren.
Sister of Jean Rathwell, John Lucas, Margaret Currah, Mary Henderson and Verna
Karr. Many nieces and nephews also survive. Mrs. Brander of Sarnia passed away
at St. Joseph's Health Centre on Friday, 4th October at the age of 92 years.
Pallbearers were: Wayne Brander Jr., David Brander, Gary
Culverhouse, John Lucas, Dough and Don Currah. Interment in Grandview
Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 24 MARCH 1994
MARGARET JANE LUCAS
Margaret Jane (Watson) Lucas of R.R. #7 Alvinston, passed away in Sarnia
General Hospital on Wednesday 17 March 1993, in her 90th year. She was the beloved wife of
John W. Lucas Sr. and dear mother of Ron and Reta Lucas, Plympton Township; Bob and
Joyce Boyd, Brooke Township; Ruth and Norma Lucas, Elk Point, Alberta and John
Jr. and Vicki Lucas, Brooke Township. Also survived by 14 grandchildren
and 15 great grandchildren, as well as two sisters, Ethel (Mrs.
Jack McQueen) of Tillsonburg, and Verna (Mrs. Fred Kidd) and a brother, Clare
Watson, both of Petrolia. Predeceased by two grandsons, Larry and Ronnie. The
funeral service was held at the Harper Funeral Home, Watford, on Friday 19th March,
with Rev. Robert Dalgleish of St. Andrew's B & E United Church
officiating. Serving as pallbearers were Dave Milliken, Wes McLean, Bob Boyd Jr., Pat
Daly, Jacob Lucas and Robert Anderson. Donations to the C.E.E. Hospital or the charity of
your choice would be appreciated by the family. Interment in Alvinston Cemetery.
SARNIA OBSERVER 29 MARCH 1993
MARGARET JANE (Watson) LUCAS
In Sarnia General Hospital on Wednesday 17 March 1993, Margaret Jane Watson of R.R.
#7, Alvinston, beloved wife of John W. Lucas Sr., in her 90th year. Dear
mother of Ronald and Rita Lucas, Plympton Township, Bob and Joyce Boyd, Brooke
Township, Keith and Norma Lucas, Elk Point, Alberta, John Jr., and Vicki Lucas,
Brooke Township, 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by 2
grandsons, Larry and Ronnie. Dear sister of Mrs. Jack McQueen (Ethel) Tillsonburg, Mrs.
Fred Kidd (Verna), Fred and Clare Watson of Petrolia. Resting at The Harper Funeral
Home, Watford, where funeral service will be held on Friday 19 March at 2 p.m. with
Rev Robert Dalgleish of St. Andrew's Brooke-Enniskillen United Church will officiate.
Visitation starting Thursday 2-4 and 7-9. Donations to the C.E.E.
Hospital or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Internment in Alvinston Cemetery.
SARNIA OBSERVER 21 OCTOBER 1965
LARRY EUGENE LUCAS
ALVINSTON: A three-year-old boy died in a fire at the home of his
grandparents here today. Dead is Larry Eugene Lucas, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Lucas of
the 10th concession, Brooke Township. The boy was asphyxiated in the 10 a.m.
fire that swept the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Cooper of Walnut Street. A
six-month-old sister Judy Ann escaped. Mrs. Lucas, the former Beth Cooper,
left her two children at the home of her parents earlier in the
morning. Other details were not immediately known. The father is a truck
driver employed by Imperial Poultry of Wilfred. Firemen arrived at the
Cooper home to find the fire had already gutted the one and a half
storey frame structure. Fireman Howard Pole entered the blazing building and brought the
boy into the open where a canvas shelter was hastily erected because of
the pouring rain. Hour-long efforts of Fireman Ray Douglas, with the fire department's
resuscitator failed, and Dr. Earl Clysdale, coroner pronounced the boy dead at the scene.
Details of how the fire started or where it originated in the home are
lacking. Firemen were still at the scene at noon. Constable Frank Sutton of
the Alvinston detachment of the OPP, is investigating and an inspector of the fire
marshal's office has been called.
SARNIA OBSERVER OCTOBER 1983
WILLIAM CURRAH
At C.E.E. Hospital, Petrolia, on Saturday 22 October 1983, William Currah,
age 78 years, of Oil City. Beloved husband of
Margaret (Lucas). Dear father of Douglas of R.R. #3 Oil Springs,
Donald of Courtright and Mrs. Rene (Mary Margaret) Langis of Sarnia. Also
survived by 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild and 4 sisters,
Ora (Mrs. Cecil Powell) and Agnes (Mrs. Bruce McMahen) both of
Sarnia, Floy (Mrs. Roy Brander) of Cranbrook, B.C. and Ila (Mrs. Ben Winter)
of Watford. Predeceased by a brother Les Currah and two
sisters, Bessie Thompson and Eva Napper. Funeral arrangements are incomplete
for further information please phone the Needham-Jay Funeral Home at 882-0100.
As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Lambton Lung
Association. (Funeral was held 25 Oct 1993 with interment in Wyoming Cemetery).
SARNIA OBSERVER OCTOBER 1992
RAYMOND HENDERSON
At Victoria Hospital, Westminster Campus, London, Ont., on Wednesday 21 October 1992,
Raymond Thomas Henderson, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father
of Wanda (John) Weston and Sandra (William F.) Shadwick of London. Dear
brother of Robert (Violet) Henderson of Sarnia, Anna (Murray) Metcalfe
of Petrolia, and Lillian Dempsey of London. Also survived by 4
grandchildren, Robert and Cindy Weston and William and Elizabeth Shadwick.
Friends will be received at The Evans Chapel of Furtney
Funeral Homes, 648 Hamilton Rd., London on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Complete funeral
and committal service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, 24 October 1992 at 1 p.m.
Cremation to follow. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by
the family.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE DECEMBER 1907
JOHN HENRY LUCAS
It is our sad duty to chronicle the death of John Henry Lucas, which sad event took
place at the family residence, Sutorville, on Friday morning the 20th December
1907. The deceased, who was afflicted with a cancerous growth of the most malignant
type last spring, consulted the leading specialists in
Toronto and London but without success and was early advised that the end would be
fatal. Previous to this Mr. Lucas had been a man of more than
ordinary physique and had always enjoyed most robust health. He bore his affliction
with calm resignation and Christian fortitude and never once was he heard or known to
murmur or complain, but on the contrary was always concerned about those in attendance
upon him being broken or deprived of their rest. The subject of our notice was born in
Brooke in 1858 and had resided in this neighborhood always. In 1890 he married Elizabeth,
daughter of James Higgins, and had issue seven children, four girls
and three boys, all of whom survive save Leonard who died in infancy. He
is also survived by his aged parents, Andrew and Mrs. Lucas 12 sideroad,
and his brothers Richard and Wellington of Brooke, Sanford of Sarnia,
and Wesley of Arkona, his sisters Mrs. D.L. McLean, Mrs. W.J. Higgins and Mrs.
David Whitehead, all of Brooke. Mr. Lucas was active in all that
pertained to the welfare of the community, especially in the erection of
Christ Church, of which he was the people's warden, and was deservedly
esteemed and respected by a large circle of friends and neighbors. By industry and
application to his business he was able to provide a good home for his family who are left
in comfortable circumstances to mourn the loss of a kind and loving husband and
father. Interment took place at St. James cemetery and the cortege was the
largest ever seen in this locality, about 150 conveyances being in
line. The services being conducted by the Rev. S.P. Irwin who was most constant and
faithful in his attendance on the deceased during his long illness. The
bearers were four cousins, Messrs. John William and Thomas Henry Lucas, George Higgins and
Thomas Kidd and Robert Taylor and A.J. Davis close personal friends.
SARNIA OBSERVER 14 APRIL 1955
JOSEPH McKAY
WATFORD: Joseph McKay, life long resident of Warwick Township, died at his home on Monday
following a short illness, in his 72nd year. He farmed all his life and was a member
of Knox Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife the former Violet Lucas, two
daughters, Mrs. Wilburn Magee (Dorothy) of Wyoming and Velda at home; three
grandchildren, two brothers, Ben of Forest and William of Sarnia; two nieces,
Bertha McKay of Sarnia and Mrs. Earl Wright of Port Huron. The body was moved from
the family residence, Lot 12 Con 2 Warwick Township to the Harper Funeral Home,
Watford, where services were held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. The Rev. J. Mark officiated.
Interment was made in St. James Cemetery, Brooke Township.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 14 APRIL 1955
JOSEPH McKAY
Joseph McKay, 71, a lifelong resident of the 2nd line south Warwick township, passed
away at his home on Monday 11th April. He had been in failing health for several years.
Surviving are his widow, who was formerly Violet Ann Lucas,
of Brooke, with two daughters, Mrs. Wilbur Magee (Dorothy) of Plympton,
Miss Velda, at home and three granddaughters; also two
brothers, William and Ben McKay of Forest and two nieces, Bertha McKay of Sarnia and
Mrs. Earl Wright of Port Huron. The body rested at the family home until Wednesday, when
service was conducted at Harper Funeral Home, Watford, at 2 p.m. by Rev.
Harold Mark of Knox Presbyterian Church and interment was in St. James Church
Cemetery, Brooke. Pallbearers were three neighbors, Robert A. Auld, Norman
Mansfield and Vernon Bryce, and three Church elders, Burton Duncan, Ken Ross and
Franklin Adams.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE JANUARY 1959
VIOLET ANN McKAY
Mrs. Joseph McKay a lifelone resident of Brooke, Warwick and Watford,
passed away quite suddenly in St. Joseph's Hospital, Sarnia on Saturday, aged
68 years. Born in Brooke Twp., at Sutorville, as Violet Ann Lucas a daughter
of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Lucas, she married Joseph McKay and
lived for many years in Warwick Twp., where she was an
active member of Knox Presbyterian church for many years.
Following her husbands death, she and her daughter Miss Velda, have resided in
Watford. Also surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Wilburn McGee (Dorothy) of Plymppton;
two brothers, Sanford Lucas of Watford, Irwin Lucas, Brooke and three sisters,
Mrs. Arnold Parker of Watford, Mrs. Allan Edgar (Gertrude) Brooke and Mrs. Frank
Roberts (Irene) of Ingersoll. Service was conducted at the Harper Funeral Home
on Tuesday at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Harold Mark of Watford Presbyterian Church
and interment was in St. James Cemetery, Brooke. Pallbearers were four nephews;
Arnold Edgar, Reg., Carroll both of Watford, Mervyn Roberts, Ingersoll,
Percy Johnston, London and two Warwick neighbours Verne and Ivan Bryce.
SARNIA OBSERVER JANUARY 1959
VIOLET McKAY
WATFORD: Funeral of Mrs. Joseph McKay, 68, of this village was held from
Harper Funeral Home today. Rev. Harold Mark officiated. Burial was in
St. James Cemetery, Brooke Township. Mrs. McKay died in St. Joseph's Hospital, Sarnia. She
was the former Violet Ann Lucas, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Henry
Lucas of Sutorville, Brooke Township. She was active in church work in Knox
Presbyterian Church, Warwick and the Presbyterian Church, Watford. Mrs. McKay if survived
by two daughters, Mrs. Wilburn Dorothy McGee of Plympton Township and Miss Velda at
home in Watford; three sisters, Mrs. Arnold Parker of Watford, Mrs. Allen Edgar of Brooke
Township and Mrs. Frank Roberts of Ingersoll; two brothers, Sanford of Watford and
Erwin of Brooke Township and four grandchildren.
SARNIA OBSERVER MAY 1993
LEVINNIA M. JUNKEK
Levinnia M. Junek died on Saturday, May 15, 1993. Resident of Marshall Gowland Manor where
she was truly loved and given exceptionally good care for twelve and a half years. Mrs.
Junek was born July 8, 1896 in Esterhazy, Saskatchewan. Predeceased by her
husband Henry (1972). Beloved mother of daughters Doris Chevalier and her hus- band
Jim of Sarnia, Edna Johnson of Sarnia and Amy Cornell of Woodstock, Ont. Beloved mother of
sons Henry and his wife Barbara and Oldrick (Slim) and his wife Barbara of Cambridge.
Twenty-two grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and great- great-grandchildren also
survive. Predeceased by daughters Rose VanderVeer and Henrietta (Scotty) Oakes, sons
Alvin, Harold and Edward. For many years Mrs. Junek was very active in St. Luke's United
Church, The Salvation Army and the Sarnia Horticultural Society. Funeral services will be
conducted at the D. J. Robb Funeral Home on Monday, May 17th at 2:30 o'clock. The
Rev. Ken Myers of St. Luke's United Church officiating. Interment in Grandview
Cemetery. Visitation on Sunday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu
of flowers donations to St. Luke's United Church or the Salvation Army would be greatly
appreciated.
SARNIA OBSERVER JULY 1994
LILLIAN JESSIE (PIKE) JENNER
At the North Lambton Rest Home, Forest, on Friday, July 1, 1994, Lillian Jessie
(Pike) Jenner, of Forest and formerly of Port Franks, in her 84th year. Beloved wife
of the late Cecil Jenner (1978). Dear mother of James and Denys both of Alberta.
Loving grandmother of 5 grandchildren. Cremation. Memorial service will be held at
the North Lambton Rest Home, Forest, on Sunday, July 3 at 2 p.m. Gilpin Funeral
Chapel Forest.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE DECEMBER 1972
FANNY ELIZABETH (RICHTER) JAMIESON
Mrs. Harold Jamieson, formerly Fanny Elizabeth Richter, passed away on 19 December 1972 at
Strathroy-Middlesex General Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Harold, three
daughters; Mrs. Florence Fair of Sarnia; Mrs. Louis Gratton (Helen) of Thedford; Mrs. John
Thrower (Irene) of Watford and one son Percy Mitten of RR1 Wasaga Beach. A sister Mrs.
George McPherdran (Dorothy) of Windsor and a brother Robert Richter of Thamesford also
survive. Funeral service was held at Harper Funeral Home on Friday 22 December with the
Rev. Jeke Fehr officiating. Pallbearers included William Johnson, Charles Murphy, Robert
Stewart, Bruce Jamieson, Joseph Milly and Allan Myers. Interment in Pinehill Cemetery,
Thedford.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE APRIL 1968
CATHERINE ANN (McLACHLAN) JOHNSTON
In C.E.E. Hospital, Petrolia on Wednesday 10 April 1968 Catherine Ann McLachlan, beloved
wife of the late Theo Johnston in her 86th year. Dear mother of Cecil R. of Petrolia; Mrs.
Clarence (Ila) Winter of Napier; Murry of Warwick Twp; Mrs. Jack Shea (Marion) of Watwick
Twp; twelve grandchildren. Resting at the Harper Funeral Home Watford where service will
be held on Friday 12 April at 2 p.m. Interment in Alvinston Cemetery.
DEATH 30 JANUARY 1993
FERN (JOHNSTON) ROBINSON
At C.E.E. Hospital Petrolia on Saturday, January 30, 1993, Fern Robinson (Nee
Johnston) 71 years of Fiddick's Nursing Home Petrolia. Beloved wife of
Melvin, dear mother of Marilyn Hamilton and her husband Shannon of Point Edward and Howard
and his wife Dolly of Wallaceburg and the late Carolle (1939). Dear sister of Mrs. Alma
Shultz of East Point, Michigan and the late Jean Smith, Vera Lambert and Velma Daugherty.
Dear grandmother of Jim and Mike Robinson and Kevin and Gordon Hamilton. Visitors will be
received on Sunday 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at the Needham- Jay Funeral Home,
Petrolia where the funeral service will be held Monday at 1 p.m. Reverend Frank Swoboda of
the B. & E. Baptist Church officiating. Interment in Oil City Cemetery. As expressions
of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia - Lambton.
DEATH 1960
ADA E JOHNSTON
Mrs. Ada E. Johnston, 69, widow of Erle H. Johnston, of, R.R.1, Courtright, died in Sarnia
General Hospital, Monday. Born in Moore Township, Mrs. Johnston was a member of the
Sixth Line United Church and was an active member in church circles, h aving taught.
Sunday, School for many years. She formerly sang in the church choir, and was also an
elder of the church for many years. She is survived by a sister, Mrs.
Jack (Pearl) McKay of R.R.. 1. Mooretown, and a niece, Mrs. Shirley
(McKay) Poland. The body will rest at D. J. Robb Funeral Home until Thursday at 11 a.m.
thence to the Sixth Line United Church for service at 2 p.m. The Rev. Gordon Hume will
officiate. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Mooretown.
PETROLIA PAPER 10 APRIL 1924
WILLIAM JOHNSTON
There passed away on 28 March 1924 a highly respected citizen of Brooke Township in the
person of William Johnston at the age of 84 years. Deceased was born in Roscommon,
Connaught, Ireland 16 March 1840. He came with his parents to Canada by sailing boat in
1842 and settled in Euphemia Township. He remained there until 1869, when he located on
lot 10 concession 9 Brooke, where he resideded until his death. On 11 January 1870 he was
married to Miss. H.M. Maddock of Brooke, who survives him. They celebrated their Golden
wedding four years ago. Besides his widow, he is survived by eight children; Mrs. Albert
Harris of Durban, Manibota; Mrs. Melville Harris of Bente, Manitoba; William J. and Bert
of Brooke; Mrs. Edward Totten and Mrs. John McClung of Brooke; Mrs. Duncan McTavish of
Ekfrid; Russell and Edward at home. Five children predeceased him. Charlie, Annie, Samuel,
Robert and two in infancy. The funeral, which was conducted by Rev. Mr. Hasford, of
Watford was held from his late residence on Monday 31 March to the Alvinston Cemetery,
under the auspleses of L.O.L. 381. The pallbearers were Foster Smith, Gordon Smith, Tom
Freer, W.A. Lucas, William Taylor and James Wallace.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE MARCH 1999
DONALD ELLWOOD JOHNSON
Donald Ellwood Johnson of Arkona passed away in Strathmere Lodge, Strathroy on Monday,
March 29th, 1999, in his 89th year. He was the beloved husband of the late Clarice
(Sadler) Johnson and loving father of Lynne and, her husband Gerry Murphy of BC,
Alice Lingard of Strathroy, and Don Johnson and his wife Gail of Port Franks.
Cherished grandfather of Brent and Lorelie Lingard, Don and Susan Murphy, and
Brian and Jamie Johnson, and great-grandfather of Kayli and Jasmin Murphy and Connor
Lingard. Dear brother of William and Jean Johnson of Sarnia, David and Janet Johnson of
Corunna, Arlene Johnson of Chatham. Predeceased by one son Robert Hugh,
brother Charles and his wife Alma, and brother James. The funeral service will be
held from the Arkona United Church on Thursday, April 1st, at.1:30 p.m. with Rev. Don
McCallum officiating. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Alzheimer's
Society, would be appreciated by the family. Interment in Arkona Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 18 NOVEMBER 1927
WILLIAM JANES
One of Warwick Township's most well known citizens and pioneer sons, William Janes, passed
away at his home on the second line north on Saturday 12 November, aged 69 years. He had
been in poor health during the past summer and illness during the past few weeks had
prevented his removal from the farm to the new home he recently remodled on St. Clair
Street, Watford. He was the son of Charles and Jane (Auld) Janes, who came to this country
from Scotland in the early 1850's and helped clear the bush from the farms which they
afterward owned. He was noted for having one of the keenest intellects and the soundest
judgement of anyone in the whole community. Mr. Janes was a progressive farmer and live
stock breeder. He was a school trustee in his section for 15 years and a member of the
Presbyterian Church and Canadian Order of Foresters. In December 1886, he married Mary
McGillicuddy daughter of Euschius McGillicuddy the township treasurer at that time.
Besides his widow he leaves five sons; C. Euschius treasurer of Warwick Township; W.
Kenneth at home; Dr. Lorne V. of Edmonton; Dr. Robert of Toronto and Dr. Ernest of
Hamilton and one daughter, Evelyn graduate nurse of London; also three brothers; Thomas of
San Francisco; Samuel of Marmette, Michigan and Robert of London and three sisters; Mrs.
W.G. Hall of Warwick; Mrs. J. Giffen of London and Mrs. F. Hillis of Toronto. The funeral
which was held from the family home lot 9 on Monday afternoon was very largely attended;
service being conducted by Rev. H. V. Workman of St. Andrew's, assisted by Rev. S.
Sweetman of Warwick Villiage. Interment was made in Watford Cemetery. The pallbearers
being Dr. John McGillicuddy, Robert McGillicuddy, and four sons; Robert, C.F., Kenneth and
Ernest Janes.
PETROLIA PAPER 8 JANUARY 1942
MARY (McGILLICUDDY) JANES
Mrs. Mary Janes, widow of the late William Janes, died near Watford recently in her 85th
year. Surviving are five sone; Charles and William of Watford; Lt. Col. Lorne Janes of
Edmonton; Dr. Robert Janes of Toronto and Major Ernest Janes of Hamilton; a daughter
Evelyn at home. Funeral services were held from the family residence with interment in
Watford Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 10 NOVEMBER 1966
DOCTOR ERNEST CLIFFORD JANES
Dr. Ernest Janes, M.B. F.R.C.S. passed away on Monday in Henderson General Hospital at
Hamilton. He was in his 68th year. His wife the former Doris Horton, survives him, along
with a daughter Helen M. Janes at their home 278 Aberdeen Ave., Hamilton. Another daughter
Mrs. G.T. Thoren (Barbara) of Tokyo Japan is also left to mourn his loss, along with four
brothers, C.E. Janes of Wyoming, Dr. R.M. Janes of Toronto, Dr.L.V. Janes of Burlington
and W.K. Janes of Watford and one sister Miss Evelyn of Watford. Funeral service was held
from Central Presbyterian Church, Hamilton, this Wednesday afternoon with cremation
following. Dodsworth and Brown Funeral Home, Main St. West at Bay, Hamilton was in charge
of funeral arrangements with a memorial gift to Hamilton Hospital Association 286 Victoria
North, being preferred to flowers.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 1 DECEMBER 1966
DOCTOR ROBERT MEREDITH JANES
Two of Warwick Janes brothers who specialized in surgery have died within the past two
weeks. Dr. Ernie Janes a noted Hamilton Surgeon died three weeks ago; last week Dr. Bob
Janes 72, one of Canada's top surgeons and lecturers died in Toronto. His wife who
survives with two daughters was raised in Watford as Lilly Kelly, elder daughter of the
Congregational Church Pastor, Rev. Matthew Kelly.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE NOVEMBER 1975
DOCTOR LORNE VERNON JANES
A former resident of Warwick Township, Dr. Lorne V. Janes, a dentist, died in Hamilton on
Tuesday 18 November 1975 at the age of 83 years. Born in Warwick, Dr. Janes served as a
Captain in the Canadian Dental Corps in the first World War. In the second World War, as a
Colonel, he was Commanding Officer of the Dental Corps overseas. He served as head of the
dental department of the Ministry of Health and Welfare in Ottawa, for a short period,
after the war and resigned to open his own practise where he practised until his
retirement eight years ago. His honors include; Hance to the Order of the British Empire,
Honorary Colonel in the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry and Honorary fellow of the
International College of Dentists. Dr. Janes is survived by his wife, Doris May, sons
Robert and William and daughter Mrs. Lorna Ryan and five grandchildren. Also surviving are
brothers Zeb (Charles E.) of Wyoming, Ken of Watford and a sister Mary Evelyn also of
Watford. He was predeceased by Dr. Robert Janes of Toronto and Dr. Ernest Janes of
Hamilton.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE JUNE 1983
CHARLES EUSCHIUS (ZEB) JANES
Mr. C.E. "Zeb" Janes of 737 Broadway Street, Wyoming and Formerly of Warwick
Township passed away in CEE Hospital Petrolia on Tuesday 21 June 1983, age 95 years. He
was the beloved husband of Hazel Janes and dear father of Miss Calla Janes of
Toronto and Mrs. Jerry Pink of Kenora. Also survived by a sister Miss Evelyn Janes of
Watford, two stepdaughters, Mrs. Janie Bice of Sarnia and Mrs. Frances Wellington of
Wyoming, one stepson John Metcalfe of Petrolia as well as 13 grandchildren and two great
grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife Hazel (Dolbear) Janes in 1957 and four
brothers. The funeral service was held at the Wyoming United Church on Friday afternoon
with Rev. George Menzies officiating. Interment was in Watford Cemetery. The McKay
and White Funeral Home, Wyoming was in charge of arrangements.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE APRIL 1998
MARY EVELYN JANES
Mary Evelyn Janes formerly of Watford, passed away in Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital
on Friday, April 24th, 1998, in her 98th year. She was the beloved daughter of the late
Williarn and Mary (McGillicuddy) Janes of Warwick Township. Survived by nieces and
nephews, Calla Janes, Mary and Jerry Pink, Mary Gorrie, Ann and Bill Bahen, Lorna and
George Ryan, Bill and Fern Janes, and also several great and great-great nieces and
nephews. Predeceased by brothers Zeb Janes and Ken Janes of Lambton County, and Dr. Bob
Janes, Dr. Lorne Janes, and Dr. Ernest Janes of Toronto and Hamilton. Also Bob Janes,
Helen Janes, and Barbara Thorn. Cremation, followed by interment in Watford Cemetery. A
family memorial service will be held at a later date. Harper Funeral Home, Watford in
charge of arrangements.
LONDON FREE PRESS OCTOBER 1989
GEORGE THOMAS JANES
In Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Thursday. October, 12, 1989. George Thomas
Janes of RR, 8 Watford in his 86 year. Beloved husband of Elsie (Hair) Janes.
Dear father of Jean of Ottawa, Ann McKay and husband Allan McKay of Oliver, B.C. and
Leslie of Sarnia. Dear brother of Dougall Janes of Sarnio. Predeceased by sisters Addie
Hawkins and, Ila Sheridan and brothers Cecil, Royburne, Wilbur, Grant and
Charles. Resting of The Harper Funeral Home, Watford where funeral service will be held on
Saturday, October 14th of 2 PM with Rev. Christine O'Reilly officiating. Interment if
Bethel Cemetery Warwick Township. The family will receive friends on Friday 2-4 and 7-9.
Those wishing may make a memorial donation to charity of their Choice or Canadian Friends
of Schizophrenics For Research.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE JULY 1998
ELSIE MAY (HAIR) JANES
Elsie May (Hair) Janes, formerly of Warwick Township, passed away in the Watford Nursing
Home on Tuesday, July 7th, 1998 in her 91st year. She was the beloved wife of the late
George Thomas Janes (1989), and dear mother of Jean Janes of Warwick, Anne (Mrs. Allan
McKay) of Oliver, B.C, and Leslie Janes of Sarnia. Predeceased by her parents, James and
Arabella Hair, one sister Mrs. Amy Zavitz, and three brothers, Harold, Jim, and Clarence
Hair. The funeral service was held on Friday, July 10 at 1:30 p.m. from the Harper
Funeral Home, Watford, with Rev. Christine O'Reilly officiating. Serving as pallbearers
were George Hawkins, Paul Janes, Ian Runnalls, Rob Geerts, Gerard Geerts, and Theo Caris.
Flowerbearers included Jack Aitken, Mac Tanton, Jesse Hair, Brendan Hair, Robin Weinstein,
Kevin Caris, and Monica Caris. Interment in Bethel Cemetery, Warwick. As expressions of
sympathy, memorial donations to Canadian Society of Schizophrenia or charity of one's
choice would be appreciated by the family.
SARNIA OBSERVER NOVEMBER 1995
FRED JANES
At the Sarnia General Hospital on Thursday, November 16,1995, Fred Janes age 77 of Sarnia.
Mr. Janes was retired from Canadian National Railroad (1978) and inducted into the Sarnia
Sports Hall of Fame. Beloved husband of Harriet. Dear father of daughters Judy and Paula
and son Bob. Dear grandfather of David, Laura and Mark and great-grand- father of
Zachary. Dear brother of Betty Dowme and Donna O'Connor. Also survived by several
sisters-in-law, brothers-in- law, nieces and nephews. Dearest friend of Lyle and
Gladys James and Norm and Pat Smith. At the request of the family there will be no public
visitation and a private funeral service will be held, Cremation took place.. Sympathy
through donations to the Melisa Ellacott Memorial Bursary, Kent County School Board would
be appreciated by the family. Arrangements by Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Road (Hwy 7)
Sarnia.
LONDON FREE PRESS APRIL 1967
LAURA AUGUSTA (CADWELL) JANES
In Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Sunday 30 April 1967 Laura Augusta Cadwell.
Beloved wife of the late Samuel Lewis Janes in her 82 nd year. Dear mother of Mrs. Norman
Moloy (Gladys) of Thedford; Mrs. Thomas Brandon (Irene) of Port Hope; Earl of Watford;
Mrs. Fred Steadman (Audrey) of Daytona Beach, Florida; Mes James Ritchie (Lorraine) of
Montreal, ten grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Resting at the Harper Funeral Home,
Watford where service will be held on Tuesday 2 May at 2 p.m. Interment in Watford
Cemetery.
LONDON FREE PRESS JANUARY 1989
VOLA (GREGORY) BRAYBROOK
At CEE Hospital, Petrolia on Monday 23 January 1898, Vola Braybrook (nee Gregory) age 83
years of Fiddick's Nursing Home; Petrolia, and formerly of King Street, Petrolia, and
Enniskillen Township. Beloved wife of the late John Braybrook (1984). Dear sister of the
late Elmo Gregory. Survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitors will be received
on Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 PM., at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home, Petrolia, where the funeral
service will be held Wednesday at 1:00 PM., Interment in Hilisdale Cemetery. As
expressions of sympamy, donations may be made to the CEE Hospital Foundation or The Heart
and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.
DEATH APRIL 1960
MARGARET ANN (BELL) BRAYBROOK
Suddenly at her late residence Concession 12 Eniskillen Township on Wednesday 13 April
1960, Margaret Ann (Bell) Braybrook in her 85 year. Widow of John T. Braybrook and dear
mother of Ray of Detroit, Arthur at home, John RR3, Petrolia Mrs. S. Kewley (Etta) of RR3
Petrolia; Mrs. Greg Rawlings (Margaret of Windsor and Mrs. Robert Ball (Lillie) of Coral
Gables, Florida; sister of Mrs. Etta Lumley of Sarnia and Arthur Bell of Detroit. Eight
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive. Resting at the William Jay
Funeral Home, Main Street, Petrolia where the funeral service will be held on Monday 12
April at 2 p.m. Interment in Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia.
SARNIA OBSERVER 23 SEPTEMBER 1926
ELIZABETH (ALLAM) BRAYBROOK
The funeral was held from the Baptist church, on Wednesday, of Elizabeth Allan, relict of
the late William Adam Braybrook. Deceased died in the Charlotte Eleanor
hospital on Sunday morning, 19 September after an illness of ten weeks. She was in
her seventy ninth year. The last eleven years had been spent at Petrolia and she had been
a resident of Enniskillen township for 44 years. She was born at Holbeach
Linconshire, England in 1848 and was married in 1867. She and her husband came to
Canada in 1867 and settled on their farm on the twelfth concession of Enniskillen. She has
seventeen grandchildren, Mrs. N. Storing, Mrs. F. Howlett. Mrs. W. Thrower, Mrs. T.
Kewley. Mrs. R. Vanderburg. Irene, William and John Bell, and Margaret, Lyllis,
Dorothy, Agnes, Raymond, Arthur, John, William and Lorraine Braybrook and nine great-
grandchildren, George and Lorraine Storing. Freda Howlett, Walter and Fred Thrower and
Gladys, Kenneth and Lloyd Vanderburg. Many beautiful floral offerings were received from
Mrs. Braybrook's large circle of friends. She had always been an active Baptist. Her
husband, William Adam Braybrook and two sons Raymond and William predeceased
her. She is survived by Mrs. George Bell, eighth concession of Enniskillen. John T.
Braybrook, twelfth concession Enniskillen, and Frank Braybrook of Negritos, Peru.
The following grandchildren were pallbearers. Arthur and John Braybrook, William and
John Bell, Nelson Storing and Stewart Kewley. Rev. Mr. Raithby officiated. Interment
in Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 28 SEPTEMBER 1940
JAMES BEATTIE
James Beattie one of the oldest and best known men in East Lambton, died last night, 27
September, at his home on the Brooke-Warwick townline at the age of 98 years. His wife
formerly Janet Thompson died in 1926. Mr. Beattie who had enjoyed remarkable health during
his long lifetime, was in failing health for a few months. Born in Westminster Township,
South of London on 12 February 1843, Mr. Beattie moved to Brooke Township as a young man
and cleared a farm in the heart of the forest nearly 80 years ago. He is survived by two
sons, Andrew Beattie at present in Strathroy General Hospital and John of Warwick; three
daughters, Ella at home and Isabelle and Alice, both of Clinton. The funeral will
be held from the family residence lot 28 con 14 Brooke Township on Monday afternoon at 2
p.m. Interment will be in St. James Church Cemetery, Brooke Township.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 12 JANUARY 1926
JANET (THOMSON) BEATTIE
Mrs. James Beattie of Brooke Township died on Sunday 3 January aged 82 years. She was born
in Westminster Township, Middlesex County, a daughter of the late John and Allison Thomson
who were early settlers in this Country from Selkirk, Scotland. She is survived by her
husband, two sons and three daughters; John W. of Warwick, Andrew of Brooke, Ella at home,
and Isabel and Alice of Clinton; three daughters and one son predeceased her. Interment
was made in St. James Church Cemetery, Brooke and the service conducted by Rev. J.A.
Sinclair of Alvinston.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 5 MAY 1955
ANDREW BEATTIE
Andrew Beattie a former resident of Brooke Township died at his home in London in his 68
year. He farmed for many years in Brooke and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James
Beattie one of Brook's pioneer families. Surviving are his wife, the former Christina
McIlwain, two sons Wayne and Eugene, both of Pasadena Calif., and one sister Miss Ella
Beattie of London. The funeral service was conducted in London on 27 April by the Rev.
John Fleck of Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church. Interment was made in Woodland Cemetery,
London.
SARNIA OBSERVER SEPTEMBER 1993
DONALD W. BEATTIE
In Calgary, Alberta on September 22, 1993, Donald W. Beattie, age 70, of Calgary, formerly
of Sarnia. Beloved husband of Jeanne Beattie and beloved father of Donna and Blaine White,
Pt. Edward, Paula Sinnicks and friend Brian of Calgary, Kathy and David Ferguson of
Pt. Edward, Robert and Lynn Beattie of Sarnia and David and Marcie Beattie of
Calgary. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, sister Elizabeth Grigg
of Simcoe. Predeceased by his mother and father and brother Robert. Former member of the
Corunna Legion. Cremation with private family memorial service in Calgary. Donations to
the Diabetic Association or the Cancer Society appreciated by the family.
DEATH
WILLIAM BOYD
William Alexander Boyd, 88, of Petrolia, died suddenly in Florida on Tuesday 6 February
1990. Husband of Elva Boyd. Father of William and Clayton, both of Point Edward, Geraldine
Haggarty of Port Huron, Mich., Robert of Alvinston, J. Beverly and Joyce Vanderzwart both
of Petrolia, Grant of Wyoming and Peggy Pavelko of Calgary. Brother of Olive Thomson of
Grand Bend. Grandfather of 23 and great-grandfather of 19. Predeceased by son George
(1975), sisters Ada Ida and Mary and brother Archie. A memorial service was held on
Wednesday 14 February at St. Paul's United Church, petrolia with Rev. James E. Forsythe
officiating. Donations to the CEE Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. The donations
may be arranged at the Needham-Jay Funeral Home. Interment in Grandview Memorial Gardens,
Clearwater.
DEATH
ANNA (LEACOCK) BURDON
Anna (Leacock) Burdon, formerly of Kerwood, passed away in Strathroy Middlesex General
Hospital on Saturday, November 2nd, 1996, in her 90th year. She was the beloved wife of
the late Bill Burdon. Dear sister of George Leacock and his wife Lillian of
Aylmer. Dear aunt of Jane Graydon of London, and Stephen Leacock
and his wife Florence of Dorchester. Also survived by a sister- in-law, Velma Burdon of
Ingersoll, as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews. The funeral service was
held on Monday, November 4th at 1:30 p.m. from the Denning Brothers Funeral Home,
Strathroy, with Rev. Robert Perry officiating. As expressions of sympathy, memorial
donations to Kerwood Bethesda United Church, or Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital
Foundation would be appreciated.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 23 MAY 1924
JOHN BROWNLEE
Another life long resident of this vicity Mr. John Brownlee, passed away
on Wednesday morning at his late risidence, 15 sideroad south, aged 72
years. He had been in failing health for the past year. He was horn in Osborne
Twp., Huron county, and came to Warwick with his parents when about 13 years of age,
and settled on the farm on which he lived the balance of his life. Mr. Brownlee never
married. He was a staunch Conservative in politics and an enthusiastic
Orangeman for 54 years. He was a Past master of Watford L. O. L and for many
years a membler of Petrolia Black Chapter. In his younger days he was an active
militia man and won his lone service medal for twenty years volunteer service
of which he was very proud. He is survived by one brother, William, at borne: and two
sisters, Miss Jane, at home and Mrs. Anna Baker, of Port Huron, Mich. The funeral
service will be held on Friday afternoon at two o'clock in St. James Church.
Brooke, conducted by Rev. J. H. Hosford; M. A. B. D. rector, and interment will be made in
St. James Church Cemetery.
SARNIA OBSERVER JANUARY 1996
LILLIE (Van NATTER) BROWNLEE
At Marshall Gowland Manor, Sarnia on Sunday 28 January 1996, Lillie Brownlee (nee Van
Natter) aged 92 years and formerly of Bright's Grove. Beloved wife of the late Irwin
Brownlee (1964). Dear mother of Fred and Jan Brownlee of Bright's Grove. Also survived by
four grandsons and five great grandchildren. Mrs. Brownlee was predeceased by her sisters;
Minnie Henderson, Winnie Edgar, Pinnie Swan and Annie Kerr. Also survived by several
nieces and nephews. Visitors will be received on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the
Wyoming Chapel, Broadway St., Wyoming where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday
at 1. p.m. Rev Doug Wright officiating. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may
be made to the Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery.
LONDON FREE PRESS NOVEMBER 1969
IDA A. (DRYER) BELL
In Forest on Friday 7 November 1969, Ida A. (Essie) Dryer, in her 79th year, widow of the
late Cleave Bell. Dear mother of Mrs. Mary Rogers of Forest, Mrs. Donald Minielly (Irene)
of RR1 Wyoming, Mrs. John Smith (Ruby) of Warwick Village; Mrs. Clifford Steinberg (Alma)
of Sarnia. Sister of Mrs. Lily Brooks of Forest. Resting at the McFarlane Funeral Home,
James St., Forest from where the funeral service will be held on Monday 10 November at
1.30 p.m. Interment Beechwood Cemetery, Forest.
LONDON FREE PRESS
MARGARET ANN (WALKER) BLACK
In Sarnia General hospital on Tuesday 24 May 1966. Mrs. Margaret Ann (Walker) Black of
Main St., Petrolia formerly of Lot 22 Con 3 Brooke Twp. Beloved wife of the late Duncan
Black. Dear mother of Mrs. Bruce Higgins (Anelda) of Watford; Mrs. Keith Dawson (Ruth) of
Oil City; Mrs. Al White (Leona) of Toronto; two sons Gerald of Brooke Twp., and Eldon of
Petrolia. Dear grandmother of Lori Ann Higgins of Watford and Kim and Karen White of
Toronto. Dear sister of Mrs. W.A. Lucas (Misena) of Strathroy; Archie Walker of Watford,
Duncan and Hugh Walker of Alvinston. Resting at the J.N. Black Funeral Home, Alvinston.
Interment in Alvinston Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would
be appreciated.
LONDON FREE PRESS APRIL 1960
MYRTLE (SANDS) BLACK
At her home lot 14 Con 3 Brooke Township, Myrtle Irene (Sands) Black in her 33rd year
beloved wife of John Frederick Black, loving daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Howard Sands of
Sarnia. Dear sister of John of Sarnia; Mrs. Joseph Jenkins (Eva) of London; Mrs. Lloyd
Baird (Florence) of Sarnia; Mrs. Maxwell Craig (Mabel) of London; Mrs. Walter Werden
(Laurie) of Alvinston. Resting at the J.N. Black Funeral Chapel, Alvinston for service on
Friday 22 April at 2 p.m. Interment in Alvinston Cemetery.
DEATH FEBRUARY 1968
NETTIE PEARL BLACK
In Twilight Haven on Sunday 25 February 1968, Nettie Pearl (Cassie) Black formerly of Lot
22 Con 3 Brooke Township. Beloved daughter of the late John Black and Mary Pattison.
Survived by eight nieces and nephews. Resting at the J.N. Black Funeral Home, Alvinston
where service will be held on Tuesday 27 February at 2 p.m. Interment in Alvinston
Cemetery.
LONDON FREE PRESS 1966
LEONARD WRAY BLACK
At his residence Center St. Alvinston Leonard Wray Black, aged 46 years. Beloved husband
of Beatrice McCabe and dear father of Evelyn and Arnold at home. Dear son of Mrs. John A.
(Edna) Black of Chatham. Dear brother of Mrs. George Nellis (Helen) of Brooke Twp.,; Mrs.
Harvey Craven (Muriel) of Chatham and Frederick of Brooke Twp. Resting at the J.N. Black
Funeral Home, Alvinston until noon Monday thence to Hope United Church, Alvinston where
funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Interment in the Alvinston Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 13 JUNE 1949
ADA G. (MINIELLY) BLAIN
WATFORD, June 13 - Funeral services for Mrs. Meredith Blain, 48, who died in Petrolia
Hospital, will be conducted Tuesday at 2.30 (D.S.T.) L. Harper's funeral home by Rev. W.
Milton, of Wyoming Baptist Church. Interment will be made in Watford Cemetery. She spent
her life in Warwick Township residing on concession two. She was a member of Calvary
Baptist Church, Warwick Women's Institute and Farm Forum. and was secretary for that
group. Surviving are her husband, four children, Jack, Phyllis, Shirley and Evelyn, at
home; her mother Mrs. John Minielly of Detroit, two sisters, Mrs.
Borden Sutton, of Montreal; and Miss Elsie Minielly, Detroit.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE NOVEMBER 1994
MINA MAY (WILKINSON) BLAIN
Mina May (Wilkinson) Blain of the North Lambton Rest Home, Forest, and formerly of
Warwick Township, passed away in Sarnia General Hospital, on Tuesday, November 29th, 1994
in her 93rd year. She was the beloved wife of the late William Blain (1986), and dear
mother of Marjorie Sercombe of Forest, Ken and Jeanne Blain of R.R. 5, Watford, Beth and
Ewart Holbrook of Sarnia, and Helen and Larry Reid of Innisfail, Alberta. Dear
grandmother of 20 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Mrs. Etta Abell
of Forest, George Wilkinson of Watford, Clarence Wilkinson of R.R. 6, Forest and Winston
Wilkinson of Forest. Predeceased by son Donald (1970); daughters Eleanor (1984) and Rose
(1955); sisters, Mrs. Verna Ellerker, Mrs. Jean Minielly; and brother Gordon Wilkinson.
The funeral service was held on Thursday, December 1st at 2:00 p.m. from Warwick United
Church, Warwick Village, with Rev. Alymer Smith officiating, assisted by George Wilkinson.
Music was provided by Jeanne Blain on the organ and Brenda Miner on the piano. Serving as
pallbearers were Paul Blain, John Blain, Brad Blain, Mark Holbrook, Craig Sercombe, and
Bruce Miner. Flowerbearers included Carol Spence, Karen Daisley, Joan Rines, and Heather
Straatman. Interment in Warwick United Church Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE 8 JANUARY 1970
JOHN DONALD BLAIN
John Donald Blain of Cayuga, beloved husband of Jennie Williams, died at Chedoke Hospital,
Hamilton on Sunday 4 January 1970. Don, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Blain of Warwick
Village, was a former star athlete in the Watford area having played in the outfield for
the now defunct Watford Atoms baseball club. He leaves a family of four daughters, Linda,
Lori, Joan and Julie Dawn and two sons John and Paul to mourn his loss along with his
wife, parents and sisters; Mrs. Richard Sercombe (Marjorie) of Thedford; Mrs. Leo Skillen
(Eleanor) of RR5 Watford; Mrs. Ewart Holbrooks (Beth) of Sarnia and Mrs. Larry Reid
(Helen) of Alberta and brother Ken of RR8 Watford. Don in recent years, had been manager
of the Cayuga area for Ontario Hydro. Funeral service was held Wednesday afternoon at
Warwick United Church with Kee Funeral Home Cayuga in charge of arrangements. Interment
was in Warwick Cemetery.
DEATH 27 JUNE 1981
GARNET BYERS
Garnet Byers of Oil Springs passed away at CEE Hospital, Petrolia on Saturday 27 June 1981
age 76 years. He was the husband of Mary (Woorward) Byers and the son of the late Mr. and
Mrs. Robert Byers and was associated with Byers Brothers who were oil producers. He was
the step-father of Mrs. Alan Brill (Mardi); Mrs. William DeHogg (Isaly) both of Sarnia and
Mrs. Wayne Lucas (Nancy) of Watford. He was the father of David Charne, currently in
Africa (C.V.S.O.) and the brother of Mrs. Ken White (Laura) of Pontiac Michigan; Miss
Myrtle, Robert and Irvin all of Oil Springs. Nine grandchildren and several nieces and
nephews survive as well. The funeral service was held on Tuesday at the Stedman Brothers
Memorial Chapel in Brigden with interment in Oil Springs Cemetery.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE JUNE 1992
CECIL J. BOWES
Cecil J. Bowes of 475 Ontario St., Watford in CEE Hospital, Petrolia on Friday 12 June
1992 in his 79th year. He was the beloved husband of the late Alice Richardson and dear
father of Cecil and his wife Audrey of Mount Brydges. Loving grandfather of Violet, Janice
and Jackie and great-grandfather of Jason. Dear friend of Laurene Hollingsworth. The
funeral service was held on Monday 15 June at the Harper Funeral Home, Watford with Rev.
Alymer Smith officiating. Service as pallbearers were Gerry Brown Sr, Gerry Brown Jr, Rick
and Joe Hollingsworth, Roger, George and Harvey Winters. As expressions of sympathy
memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Interment in Watford Cemetery.
LONDON FREE PRESS FEBRUARY 1969
ALICE (RICHARDSON) BOWES
Suddenly in Watford on Friday 7 February 1969, Alice May Richardson, beloved wife of Cecil
J. Bowes in her 50th year. Dear mother of Cecil Jr of Mount Brydges and grandmother of
Violet and Janice. Dear daughter of Mr. Alfred Richardson of Toronto. Dear sister of Mrs.
Robert Hunter (Rhela) of New York and David Richardson of Toronto. Resting at the Harper
Funeral Home, Watford where service will be held on Mondat 10 February at 2 p.m. Interment
in Watford Cemetery.
DEATH 6 MAY 1988
WILLIAM EARL BROCK
At Twilight Haven, Petrolia on Friday, May, 6th, 1988, William Earl Brock age 87
years, husband of tht late Maggie May (Oxenham) Brock and the late
Maude (Myers) Brock formerly of Point Edward. Father of Mrs. Lyle (Doris)
Clements of Forest. Mrs. Hazel Stevens and Ross Brock, both of Sarnia. Also survived by 11
grandchildren and several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Born in Petrolia,
he was a resident of the Sarnia-Petrolia area all his life and was a veteran of World War
II. Funeral service will be held in the chapel of D. J. Robb Funeral Home on
Tuesdav, May 10th, 1988 at 11:00 am Internment in Lakeview Cemetery..
Visitation on Monday evening from 7-9 pm. Sympathy may be expressed through the charity of
choice.
SARNIA OBSERVER JUNE 1994
RAEFIELD BRANDER
At his residence on Thursday, June 9, 1994, Rae-Field (Rae) Brander, age 48 years, son of
Florence and the late John Brander (1980) of Sarnia. Brother of Lynnwood and his wife
Norma of London, Terrance and Alec and his wife Laurie, all of Sarnia, and Warren and his
wife Muriel of Wasaga Beach. Also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and
cousins. Predeceased by a brother John (1943). He was an avid bingo player and fan of
Johnny Horton. Resting at the D.J. Robb Funeral Home where the funeral service will
be held on Monday, June 13th at 9:30 a.m. Interment in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation on
Sunday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Sympathy through memorial donations to the Epilepsy
Foundation of Sarnia-Lambton would be appreciated by the family.
WATFORD GUIDE ADVOCATE NOVEMBER 1977
ROY TAYLOR BRANDER
Roy Taylor Brander passed away at his home in Watford on Tuesday 1 November 1977 in his 85
year. He is survived by his wife Floy (Currah) Brander and one daughter, Mrs. Paul
Sargeant (Bernice) of Cranbrook, B.C. Three grandchildren survive as well. Predeceased by
two brothers, Alvin and Orval. The funeral service was held at the Harper Funeral Home on
Friday 4 November with Interment in Mt Carmel Cemetery, Brooke Township. Rev. Robert
Peebles assisted by Canon Karl Hansen officiated with the following acting as pallbearers.
Ollie Wright, Doug Currah, Gordon Park, Gerald Napper, Don Currah and Francis Lewis.
Honary pallbearers were Charlie Armstrong, Gordon Nixon, Melvin Squires, Cecil and Willard
Hall anf Forest Hyatt.