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DEATH OF CHAS. FIELD
On Sunday, March 26, there passed away at the Lady Minto Hospital, Charles Field, aged 78 years 4 months. The late Mr. Field was for nine years past, an employee of the T.N.O. Railway, at Temagami. He had been twice married and leaves his widow, and two small children, of the second family. The remains were taken Tuesday from Thorpe Bros. Undertaking Parlors, to Providence Bay, Manitoulin Island, for interment. Mrs. Field and the two children accompanied the remains to the last resting place.
Temiskaming Speaker, March 30, 1922 page 5
DOROTHY ELEANOR FIELD
In loving memory of Dorothy Eleanor Field, who passed away at her home on Saturday, August 12, 2000 in her 68th year, after a long battle with cancer.
Beloved wife of Slim; loving mother of Dawn Manning, Faulkland, BC; Daryl Field and his wife Glenda, Calgary, Alta.; Dwight Field and his wife Brenda, Sylvan Lake, Alta.
Dear grandmother of five grandchildren. Dorothy is survived by her three brothers and four sisters, and by her many nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received at the Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay, Ontario on Wednesday, August 16, 2000 from 7-9 p.m. The funeral will be held at the William G. Turner Chapel on Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 11 a.m. Cremation.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to the MDACL (Hope Farm), the Canadian Cancer Society, or the Manitoulin Health Centre.
Arrangements entrusted to Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 16, 2000
CLIFFORD ALEXANDER FIELDING
Clifford Alexander Fielding, D.Sc., D.Cn.L, aged 89, on October 18, 2004
at the Sudbury Regional Hospital. Beloved husband of Lily Fielding (nee
Kivi) of Sudbury for 68 years. Predeceased by his loving daughter Brenda
Elaine Wallace in 1997 and his beloved son Malcolm James Fielding in
2000. Predeceased by his parents George Parker Fielding and Agnes
(Caesar) Fielding. Predeceased by his sister Amy Matson (Frank) and
brothers Stanley, Frank (Florence), George (Helen), Sydney (Gwen),
Garnet (Margeret) and Cecil. Loving grandfather of Norinne Perdue
(Gerard), Murray Fielding, Craig Fielding (Katriina), Jeffrey Wallace,
Kristen Wallace and Gordon Wallace. Loving great-grandfather of Jason,
Cameron and Angela Perdue. Sadly missed by his daughter-in-law Shirley
Fielding and son-in-law James Wallace. Survived by his brother Carman
Fielding Sr. (pre-deceased by Gerda), sister-in-law Elvi Fielding and
many nieces and nephews.
Cliff will be remembered for his love of family, a man true to his word,
a proud man and a man who treated all equally and with respect. Cliff
had a passion for life and community. He enjoyed boxing in his youth
and was later inducted, together with his brother Carman, into the
Canadian Boxing Hall of Fame. Cliff was an avid outdoorsman, a bush
plane pilot with a love of aviation and a conservationist. Cliff
Fielding was born August 25, 1915 at the family farm in Waters Township
(renamed Fielding Memorial Park in Lively) Ontario. From humble
beginnings on the family farm and following graduation from Copper Cliff
Public School, he left school to provide for his family. He joined Inco
in 1933 as a car and locomotive repairman. In 1935 Cliff started his own
transportation company under the name Fielding & Son to provide contract
services to haul ore and gravel for the mining companies within the
Sudbury District. This was the start of his entrepreneurial efforts and
business interests. In 1950, Cliff had expanded his fleet to 40 trucks
and a staff of 50. Today, the original business, now operating under the
name Alexander Centre Industries Limited, includes Waters Holding
Corporation and its operating companies Wavy Industries Ltd. and Fisher
Construction Limited, both of Sudbury, and Fisher Harbour on Great
LaCloche Island. Cliff was the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of
Waters Holding Corporation and active in the business on a daily basis.
Cliff served on corporate, community and business Boards of Directors
including the Board of Canadian Pacific Limited in 1970-71 and 1984-
1986. Mr. Fielding received a Doctor of Science from Laurentian
University and a Doctorate of Canon Law from Thornloe University in
1982. He was an active Honourary Patron of the Boy Scouts of Canada. In
1971, the Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce named him one of Sudbury's
outstanding citizens. Cliff supported many community and charitable
organizations including: Governor of the Sudbury Memorial Hospital; a
representative of Thornloe College on the Board of Governors of
Laurentian University; and a member of St. John the Divine Anglican
Church in Copper Cliff. He was a benefactor to the Finlandia-Koti
(Sudbury Finnish Rest Home Society Inc.) In 2002, Cliff and Lily
established a charitable foundation to relieve poverty, advance
education, support religious institutions and benefit the community. In
lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to the Clifford and
Lily Fielding Charitable Foundation.
Rested at the Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch Street, Sudbury.
Funeral Service was held in the Church of the Epiphany, 85 Larch St.,
Sudbury on Friday, October 22nd, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in the
Civic Memorial Cemetery, Sudbury. (Friends called from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, no visitation Friday.)
Manitoulin Expositor, October 27, 2004
MALCOLM JAMES 'JIM' FIELDING
In loving memory of Malcolm James 'Jim' Fielding, March 19, 1938 to April 8, 2000 who passed away peacefully like the peaceful man he was, at the Sudbury Regional Hospital-Laurentian Site on Saturday, April 8, 2000. Born, raised and always proud to be a Sudburian.
He leaves to mourn him his devoted wife and soulmate of 41 years Shirley (nee Halley). His dear and cherished parents Lil and Cliff Fielding. His beloved late sister Brenda Wallace (deceased 1997), husband Jamie. The light and pride of his life, his children Norinne Perdue (husband Gerry); Murray (Sharrie) and Greg (Katriina). Loving grandpa to Jason, Cameron and Angela Perdue. Much loved and respected son-in-law of Violet (deceased 1977) and Anton (deceased 1994) Holler. Brother-in-law Max Holler (wife Paula) and Norman (Lyn) Holler of Whitehorse, Yukon. Niece and nephews Jeffrey, Kristen and Gordon Wallace (Sudbury), Michael Holler (wife Jana) Hamilton, and Christopher Holler (Calgary).
Jim held the position of Chairman of the Board of Alexander Centre Industries Ltd. (ACIL), Waters and associate companies which were established by his father in 1935. Jim was elected as a Director of Canadian Pacific on May 7, 1986 and continued serving in that capacity through to his successful re-election in April, 2000. Jim was highly respected in the business community, a caring and considerate employer who was always interested in others and gave them his time. He had a passion for books, autobiographies and history, in particular that of Canadian Pacific Railway. Jim was born, raised and lived his life in the Sudbury area. Although he was blessed with material comfort and advantage, his greatest happiness came from the simple pleasures of spending time at the family retreat at LaCloche or in the company of his loving family and friends. He was proud to be one member of a large well-known area family, and he relished every opportunity to be in attendance at numerous family occasions. Jim will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his many relatives, friends and neighbours. Rested at the Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at the Church of the Epiphany, 85 Larch Street, Sudbury on Wednesday, April 12, 2000 at 11:30 a.m. Interment at the Civic Cemetery, Sudbury.
In lieu of flowers, donations to worthy charities in Sudbury which improve the life of others would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor April 12, 2000
JOSEPHINE FINCH
Josephine Finch, June 7, 1940 to January 12, 2000, in her 60th year, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 12, 2000 at her residence in Calgary.
Josephine was born in Little Current, daughter of the late Eliza and Bill Buzwah. The mother of Loyde, Ronnie, Rodger, Shirley, Betty-Ann and Mona Finch, all of Webbwood. The ex-wife of Melvin Finch of Little Current.
Josephine will be missed by her brothers Peter Buzwah (wife Fern), Jimmy (wife Marlene), Lawrence, Raymond and sisters Joy Doucette (husband Milton) and Elizabeth.
Predeceased by sisters and brothers Lena Bowerman, John Buzwah, Joe Buzwah, and Adeline Buzwah. Will be missed by all her nieces and nephews and grandchildren.
She was cremated in Calgary on Thursday, January 13, 2000.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 19, 2000
LOUIS BERTON FINCH
In loving memory of Louis Berton Finch, November 28, 1917 - October 6, 2005.
Louis Finch, a resident of the Coleman Care Centre, Barrie, died at the
Centre on Thursday, October 6, 2005 at the age of 87 years. He was born in
Howland Township, son of the late Bert and Jane (Chisholm) Finch. Louis had
worked as a construction foreman. He had moved to the Barrie area about 2
years ago. Lou enjoyed hockey and bowling. Predeceased by his beloved wife
Maggie (Collins) Finch. Loved father of Jane Scheepra of Glencairn, Peter
Finch, wife Sheila of Utopia, Cathy Wood, husband Dale of Sheguiandah and
Eddy Finch of B.C. Dear brother of Stella Wood (husband Alvin predeceased).
Predeceased by sister Verna Roszel and brothers Percy, Garnett, Lawson and
Maurice. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Holy
Trinity Anglican Church, Little Current on Monday, October 10, from 10 - 11
a.m. The funeral service was conducted at the Church at 11.00 a.m. with Rev.
Steve Pessah officiating. Interment in Elmview Cemetery, Sheguiandah. If so
desired, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, October 12, 2005
FINCH - Pearl beloved wife of Percy Finch died at St. Joseph's Hospital, Little Current on Saturday, August 17, 1974 in her 72nd year. She rested at Knox United Church, Manitowaning. Funeral Service was from there Monday, August 19 at 2:00 pm. Interment took place at Sheguiandah Elm View Cemetery.
Obituary - uncited
Died-At St. Joseph's Hospital, Little Current on Saturday, Aug. 17, 1974 in her 72 year.
Pearl Finch
Beloved wife of Percy Finch. Rested at Knox United Church, Manitowaning. Funeral Service from there Monday, August 19, at 2:00 p.m. Interment Sheguiandah Elm View Cemetery. Rev. Larry Manley, officiating.
(handwritten 1974, Bailey)
Dorothy Hopkins Addison Scrapbook (green ledger), transcribed by Marilyn Irish
[MAUDI FINLAY]
Little Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Finlay Taken
Died in Gore Bay on September 2nd Maudi Finlay, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Finlay, in her fourth year. The passing of the little tot is a very sad case indeed as apparently the beginning of her illness was a severe attach of whooping cough, which gradually wore the little sufferer down until other complications set in to which she succumbed on Tuesday morning. ….is…death quite so sad as that …..and the sympathy of the whole community goes out to the bereaved parents, who sky has been darkened by the loss of their dear little girl.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, September 4, 1924
Difficult to read…there is a hole.
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
MRS. WM. FINLAY
A former resident of Manitoulin Island, Mrs. Wm. Finlay, passed away at her home in Scarborough on March 19, 1967. She was the former Minnie Aelick, the eldest daughter of the late Ira Adam Aelick and Agnes Coventry and was born in Sandfield on August 22, 1898. She was married in Gore Bay in 1916 to Wm. Finlay of Scotland, by Rev. Robt. Wiseman.
The young couple moved to Barrie Island, where they lived for three years, and then to Gore Bay and area, where they resided for twenty-two years.
In 1943 they moved to Toronto and purchased a home. In 1955, on Mr. Finlay's retirement they moved to Brantford where they lived until 1965 when due to ill health they retired to Scarborough to be near their son and family.
Mrs. Finlay suffered a severe coronary eight years ago but had enjoyed fairly good health until February 9th of this year when she was hospitalized for three weeks with an angina condition. She had been home two weeks when she suffered another coronary and passed away. She was a devoted Christian wife and mother, a good neighbour and friend. While in Gore Bay she spent several years as a practical nurse assisting the Doctor in maternity cases and severe illness.
Mrs. Finlay is survived by her husband, her son Jim, both of Scarborough and a daughter Marjorie (Mrs. Stuart Mitchell) of Massey. A daughter Maudalene predeceased her, also a sister Mrs. Bessie Schroeder, Martha and two brothers Walter and George.
Also surviving are four grandchildren, Bonnie Finlay (Mrs. Grimes), Robert, Heather and Noani Mitchell and two great grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters Ruth (Mrs. O. Breedon), Helen (Mrs. Yates), Gladys (Mrs. Kay) of Toronto, Catherine (Mrs. Gray) of London, Florence (Mrs. Vitone) Espanola, and a brother William of Oakville.
Pallbearers were nephews James Aelick, Oakville, Ronald Aelick, Maurice Aelick, and Donald Aelick of Toronto, Ross Breedon, Schomberg and Bennie Schroeder, Sudbury.
Interment was in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Scarborough.
Obituary, uncited
GRACE FISCHER
Funeral services were held in St. Brice’s Anglican Church, North Bay on Thursday morning January 8, for the late Grace Fischer. Reverend Don Landon of St. John’s Anglican Church, North Bay officiated. Cremation was to follow the service. Pallbearers were Grace’s granddaughters Wendy, Jackie and Andrea Fischer, as well as Jack Baxer, Wib Elliott, and Larry Frezell.
Born May 24, 1909 on Manitoulin Island, Grace was the daughter of the late Reverend Canon Harry A. Sims and his wife the former Annie Herridge.
Mrs. Fischer taught in North Bay public school system for over 27 years. An active member of the Arts Community she was a member of the North Bay Art Association, North Bay Pottery Club, the Community Concert Association and the Canadian Club. Grace was also a member of St. John’s Anglican Church and had a life long association with Girl Guides. She was one of the first Brownie Leaders of the Girl Guides of Canada and was a member of the Boy Scouts of Canada as a Club Mistress for many years.
Grace will be sadly missed by her son Harry and his wife Anne of Peterborough, her granddaughters Wendy, Jackie and Andrea, and her sister Mrs. Lillian Barrett of New Liskeard.
Grace passed away at Civic Hospital, North Bay, on Tuesday, January 6th after a brief illness. She was 77 years old.
Temiskaming Speaker, January 21, 1987, page 16a
HOMER E. FISCHER
Homer E. Fischer, husband of Peggy Fischer (Trimble), father of Terry, Tom and Jane, brother-in-law of Bette McHarg (Trimble) and the late Tom Trimble, uncle to John McHarg and Judy and Madeline Trimble,
died April 14th, 2002, Hot Springs, Arkansas. Age 88.
Manitoulin Expositor, July 31, 2002
PEGGY FISCHER (TRIMBLE)
It is with great sadness to belatedly announce the passing of my aunt, Peggy Fischer (Trimble) who died peacefully February 23, 2005. Peggy was born January 10, 1916 in Montreal, the second of three children to Irish immigrants Tomas Trimble of Omagh and Elizabeth Trimble (Howe) of Maquiresbridge, Ireland. Following Peggy's birth the Trimbles, on the advice of friends Robert Fleming and wife Bess (Paten) moved to Little Current where Tomas operated a confectionery, grocery store and butcher shop on the main street where Island Discount now stands.
Peggy's early years in Little Current saw her excel in sports, winning
medals in track and field as well as representing the town on a woman's
hockey team which on both the Island and Northern Ontario Championships. Attending St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto, she trained for three years, graduating as a nurse. Returning to Little current, Peggy nursed locally before getting a job at the Brooklyn Jewish Hospital in New York City. In New York she had the opportunity to see all the Broadway shows and stars of the day including Frank Sinatra, Tommy Dorsey and his orchestra and Red Skelton.
Later, Peggy got a job in Dayton, Ohio working at the General Motors plant as a nurse. During this time she met and married a wonderful man, Homer Fischer. They moved to Washington D.C. then to St. Louis MO. where Homer worked as an engineer. They had three children, Terrance who followed his father's footsteps as an engineer, Jane who worked for a major department store and Thomas who joined the Marine Corps, served his country in Vietnam, later progressing through the ranks of the A.T.F., the U.S. Treasury Department and prior to his retirement the Department of Homeland Security.Peggy and Homer lived in St. Louis until retirement. They then moved to Florida and later to Arkansas. Every summer until health prevented them from travelling saw Peggy, Homer and the kids visit Little Current for their holidays where they stayed at the family homestead on 15 Robinson. Those summers would see Peggy and Homer at the local fishing holes including Little River as well as the government docks and the Police boathouse where the elusive muskie eluded Homer's numerous attempts to land the "Big One."
Every day had the sound of fish frying on the grill and the aroma of
blueberry pies cooking in the kitchen.
Peggy was the last surviving child of Tomas and Elizabeth Trimble. Her older brother, retired O.P.P Deputy Commissioner Thomas Trimble passed away in August 1985, and her younger sister, Mary Elizabeth McHarg (Trimble) passed away in November of 2003. She is predeceased by her loving husband Homer. Survived by son Thomas and his wife Sandi, daughter Jane, and son Terrance. Grandchildren C.J., Katie and Scott. Nieces and nephews John McHarg, Madeleine Trimble and Judy Miller (Trimble). Thank you for all the wonderful memories.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 20, 2005
WM. ALLAN FISHBURN
In loving memory of Allan Fishburn, who passed away on Friday, August 15, 2008. Beloved husband of Cindy. Allan had been coming to the Island since the 1970s. He introduced Cindy to the Island in 1998. They both loved the Island and had made many friends here. They were married at St. John's Anglican Church in the town of Kagawong in 2003. Just seasonal people at this time, their dream was to retire here in the near future. In April 2006 they started building their retirement home on Ice Lake. Kris Bell and crew made their dream come true with building Allan and Cindy their beautiful retirement home. A private interment of cremains will take place at a later date.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 20, 2008
[Alice Mae Fisher]
Obituary
Mrs. Bert Fisher
On Monday, March 18th, at the Little Current Hospital, there passed to
rest Alice Mae Fisher, beloved wife of J. A. Fisher, aged 52 years, 2
months, 13 days.
The deceased was born at Meldrum Bay, the daughter of the late Mr. and
Mrs. Morrison Steele, and became the wife of J. A. Fisher, on September
1st, 1914.
She leaves to mourn the loss of a loving wife and mother, her husband,
one daughter, (Nellie) two sons, Chester, Alex, also two sisters, Mrs.
Frank Cockwill of Meldrum Bay, Mrs. James Matheson, Southampton; one
brother W.C. Steele, Meldrum Bay.
The funeral service was held from the United Church on March 20th and
was conducted by Rev. W.J. Rayner and Mr. Slinn. Interment was in Meldrum Bay cemetery.
The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful. Pallbearers were: Ross
and Mac Steele, Orland Wismer, Arden Bailey, Eric Townsend and John Hall.
Uncited Obituary - Source: Dorothy Hopkins Addison
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
Died
Fisher-At the Red Cross Hospital, Mindemoya, on Wednesday, April 19th, James Fisher of Gore Bay, in his 72nd year. Interment took place in Gordon cemetery on Friday, April 21st.
Uncited Obituary - Source: Dorothy Hopkins Addison
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
Pioneer Passes at West Manitoulin
After many months of confinement to her home, but free from any pain or
suffering, Mary Ann Fisher, widow of the late Alfred Fisher, passed quietly to her rest in the early hours of Thursday, November 4th. Mrs. Fisher was in her eighty-sixth year.
Born ii (sic) Portsmouth, England, Mary Ann Foster came at an early age
with her parents to Canada, the family taking up residence at Cookstown. It was here she met and married Alfred Fisher, and a few years later (in 1893 to be exact) the Fisher family moved to Manitoulin where they cleared a farm in the West end of the Island. Still alter a second farm was hewn out of the forest and for many years this second farm has been known as the Fisher homestead. The Fishers not only cleared two farms for West Manitoulin but through all the years of her residence her services were graciously given to everyone in need. It is a joy to record that as partial recompense for a life of unselfish service Mrs. Fisher spent her declining years in a home where every care and love was lavished on her. Mrs. Fisher is survived by a brother and sister; John Foster of Vancouver and Mrs. Jas. Duckworth of Burford. Also two sons and two daughters, Bert Meldrum Bay; Norman of Timmins, Ontario; Mrs. Nathaniel Wickett, of New Liskeard and Mrs. Joseph Millman of Meldrum Bay; with whom she has made her home for a number of years.
The funeral service was held from St. Andrew’s United Church, Meldrum
Bay of which Mrs. Fisher was life long member, and was under the
direction of Rev. O.D. Cadotte, assisted by Rev. B.P. Fuller, of St.
Peter’s Anglican Church, Silver Water. Interment was made at Meldrum Bay.
Uncited Obituary - Source: Dorothy Hopkins Addison
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
WILLIAM FREDRICK FISHER
In loving memory of William Fredrick Fisher, April 7, 1925 - May 16, 2007. Bill Fisher, a resident of Kagawong, died at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Little Current on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at the age of 82 years, after a brief illness. He was born on Manitoulin, son of the late Fredrick and Mildred (Prestage) Fisher. Bill owned and operated his own store in Kagawong from 1950 - 1964, was mail carrier from 1957 -1967. He was then grocery manager at the IGA in Gore Bay from 1967-1988. He was also treasurer for St. John's Anglican Church from 1957 - 1997. Bill liked fishing in his early years and enjoyed his work. In later years, reading and doing crossword puzzles were his passion. Bill's love for his family will always be cherished and many fond memories will never be forgotten. Beloved husband of Betty (Wright) Fisher for 58 years. Dearly loved father of Laurie (Paul), Christie, (Gary), Karey (friend Jamie) and father in law of Bruce. Proud and loving Grandfather of Justin (Cara), Devon (fiance Sheena), Ryan, Marty, Alasha, Adam, Dylan and Hannah. Great Grandfather of Hayley and Lyndsey. Survived by brother Jim and sister in law Marj Pierce. Predeceased by brothers Norm, Harry (Dorothy), sister Laura (Bert) and sister in law Noreen. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home on Friday after 7 pm. The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Saturday, May 19, 2007 at 2.00 pm with Rev. Beth Topps officiating. Interment in Gordon Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Little Current Hospital would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 23, 2007
JESSIE FISK
Fisk - A funeral service was to be held this afternoon for Mrs. Jessie Fisk, a former art supervisor at Strathcona school, and a niece of artist George and Tom Thomson.
Mrs. Fisk died Friday at the Owen Sound General and Marine Hospital.
Jessie Margaret Harkness was born in 1895 a daughter of the late Elizabeth Thomson and Thomas J. Harkness of Annan. Her mother was sister of the artists Tom and George Thomson.
She married Frederick Elbridge Fisk who, in partnership with Dan McGregor, operated a grocery store where the Toronto-Dominion Bank is now located. After the store burned, Mr. Fisk went into the insurance business. When he died in 1934, his wife took over and is credited with setting up Sun Life Insurance in this area.
It was during the war years, when teachers were scarce, that Mrs. Fisk was enticed back to teaching. Her students and her children were her love. She has three daughters, Katherine, Mrs. Bud Morrison of Orangeville; Frances, Mrs. G.F. Langford of London and Helen, Mrs. David Young of Toronto. There are nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Mrs. Fisk was predeceased by brother Norman and Gordon Harkness. A sister, Miss Hilda Harkness resides in Ottawa.
Mrs. Fisk was a benefactor of the Tom Thomson Memorial Gallery and Museum of Fine Arts and a life member of the Women's Gallery Committee. She was a member of Division Street United Church.
According to records in Scotland, Mrs. Fisk's great-grandmother, Margaret Scott Harkness, was the first white woman to walk the Garafraxa Trail.
There was probably nobody who knew and understood Tom Thomson's paintings better than the late Mrs. Fisk. Her father was executor of Tom Thomson's estate and many of Thomson's paintings had hung in her family home.
Tom Harkness was one of the founders of the Sydenham Mutual Fire Company and it was Tom Thomson who did an advertisement for the firm.
Manitoulin Expositor, November 7, 1979
[MARY FITZPATRICK]
Fitzpatrick-At Grand Coulee, Sask., on Tuesday, Dec. 26, Mrs. Edward Fitzpatrick, in her 41st year. Deceased was formerly Mary McLean of Barrie Island, daughter of Mrs. John McLean
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, January 4, 1923
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
MARY FITZPATRICK
It was with deepest regret that we learned of the passing away of Mrs. Edward Fitzpatrick at Regina General Hospital on December 26,1922. Mrs. Fitzpatrick's maiden name was Mary McLean, daughter of Mrs. John McLean, formerly of Barrie Island. On December 25,1912, she married Edward Fitzpatrick of Arthur, Ontario, the marriage taking place at the Manse Grand Coulee, Saskatchewan. The ceremony being performed by Rev. Mr. Ross.
Until her death she resided at Grand Coulee. Mrs. Fitzpatrick was born at Barrie Island on December 4, 1881. She spent her girlhood on Barrie Island and attended school there. Her happy spirit endeared her to the hearts of all who knew her.
As she always had a kind word for everyone and when it was within her power to help, she was always already to give the helping hand. She was a loving wife and mother, and it is with a sad heart we think of the home without her. Two boys left without a mother's care, Jimmie aged 9 and Kenneth aged 7 years. Besides her husband and two sons she leaves to mourn her loss her aged mother who has been with her the past few years. Two brothers, Hugh of Barrie Island and Will of Watrous, Saskatchewan. Her father and two brothers, Hector and John predeceased her some years ago. The funeral was held at Speer's funeral home, Regina. The service being conducted by Rev. Mr. Joyce, Presbyterian minister of Grand Coulee.
Her infant son and daughter were laid to rest with her on December 29 in Regina cemetery. All the friends and neighbours here wish to express their sympathy to all the sorrowing friends in this their sad bereavement.
Through the Years, April 1988, page 31
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, March 8, 1923
WILDA (NEE ARNOLD) (MACMILLAN) FLAKE
FLAKE, Wilda (nee Arnold) (MacMillan) - In loving memory of Wilda (nee Arnold) (MacMillian) Flake 88 years who passed away Friday, May 2nd, 2008, surrounded by family at her home, she went to her heavenly home. Beloved wife of Armand MacMillian predeceased 1944, Clifford Flake predeceased 1967 and Ronald Burgess predeceased 1989. Loving Mother of Arnold MacMillian (wife Jacqueline) of Val Caron, Judith (husband Lynn Davies) of Aylmer and David Flake (wife Monique) of Hanmer, foster son Donny McNabb (wife Linda of B.C; and several step children and their families. Cherished grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Dear daughter of William and Mable Arnold both predeceased. Dear sister of Susan Lachance of Sudbury, predeceased by Geraldine Andrychuk, Ron Arnold and Garnet. Sadly missed by nieces and nephews. Born on Manitoulin Island, she worked for the Sudbury Board of Education for 17 years, retiring in 1984. She was a devoted member of All Nations Church, a true follower of Jesus and a woman who lived her faith every day. She enjoyed gardening, quilting and knitting, and was very proud of her family. Funeral Service in the R.J. Barnard Chapel JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME, 233 Larch st., Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 11 am. Interment in the Parklawn Cemetery. Donations to NCRF or Heart and Stroke Fund Appreciated. Friends may call 2-5 & 7- 9 Tuesday or after 10 am Wednesday). Flowers, donations or messages of condolences available online at www.lougheed.org
Sudbury Star, Monday, May 5, 2008
AMBROSE "ZHIIZHIIB" FLAMAND
In loving memory of Ambrose Flamand "Zhiizhiib", 66 years old, June 11, 1941 - March 11, 2008, who suddenly passed away at the Manitoulin Health Centre in Little Current. Predeceased by his parents Mary (nee Jacko) and Louie Flamand and step-father Alfred Pangowish. Beloved husband of Violet (nee Peltier, predeceased). Sadly missed by his very special friend Rozina Lavallee. Loving father to Edward (wife DeAnna), Faye (friend Ronald) and Jeffrey (friend April), and Bruce and Bonita Stoneypoint. Special grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Will be sadly missed by his godchildren Natalie Eshkawkogan, Bruce Flamand, and Julie Beaudry. Loving brother to Henry SHawana (wife Agnes, predeceased), Leonard "Bookaanh" (wife Stella, both predeceased), Joseph "Chi-Joe" (predeceased), Annie, Charlotte Beaudry (husband Henry, predeceased), Antoine Flamand (predeceased), and Paul Flamand. Sadly missed by in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Interment at the Wikwemikong Cemetery.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 26, 2008
STANLEY FRANCIS FLAMAND
In loving memory of Stanley Francis Flamand, 66 years, who passed away
Monday, June 20, 2005 at the S.R.H., St. Joseph's Health Centre. Beloved
husband of Lorraine (Kaboni) Flamand of Sudbury. Loving father of Darlene
(Elie) of Garson, Corinne (Mike) of Wikwemikong, Teresa of Sudbury, Scott
(Rachel) of Sudbury and Richard Bnsh of Toronto. Proud grandfather of
Nathan, Brent (predeceased), Amanda, Shane, Alexandria, Emilio, Mathew and
Danielle. Dear son of Emerick (predeceased) and Julie (Jocko) Flamand of
French River. Dear brother of Helena Flamand of Sudbury, Elizabeth of
Kinross, Michigan, Gilbert of Lansing, Michigan, Eugene of Lansing,
Michigan, Beatrice of LaCloche Island, Marjory of Sudbury, John of
Wikwemikong, Harold also of Wikwemikong, Margaret of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan,
Danita of Weidman, Michigan and Loretta of French River. Cherished
son-in-law of Adam and Louise Kaboni (both predeceased). Dear brother-in-law
of Valerie (husband Wilfred predeceased), Rosemary, Robert (wife Marina
predeceased), Helen, Barbara (husband John predeceased), John, Sylvia
(husband Bruce), Tommy (wife Bonita) Cotnee, (friend Norman), Gerry (wife
Linda), Mary Lou (husband Richard), Elizabeth, and Marjorie Mish and
Josephine Debassige (both predeceased). Fondly remembered by many nephews
and nieces. Rested at St. Anthony Daniel Church, Kaboni. Funeral Mass at
Holy Cross Mission, Wikwemikong, Friday, June 24th, 2005 at 11 am. Interment
at the Kaboni Cemetery. Friends called after 3:30 pm on Wednesday at Kaboni.
Donations to the charity of your choice would be welcome. Arrangements
entrusted to Lougheed Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, June 29, 2005
Local News Items
Died
Flannagan: -At Gore Bay on Tuesday Feb. 20th, James Flannagan aged 80 years.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, February 22, 1912
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
The Late James Flanagan
In the passing away of James Flanagan another link with the early days on the Manitoulin has been severed.
The deceased was born at Stranraer, Wigtonshire, Scotland in the year 1832. He emigrated to Canada in 1850, coming to Blenheim Ont. In the early days he lived at Galt and Acton Ont. where he was employed as a sawyer and millwright. In 1872 he married Susan Lasby at Acton, and ten years later (1882) came to the Manitoulin, settling first at Meldrum Bay and afterwards at Gore Bay where he has resided continuously till his death.
He leaves a widow, three sons and two daughters to mourn his death.
Sons; Oliver of Toronto, Sam of Thessalon, and Charles at home. One son James died in 1901.
Daughters; Edith (Mrs. D. Griffith of Barrie Island) and Janet at home.
The funeral took place on Tuesday from his late residence. Interment in Gordon Cemetery.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, February 29, 1912
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
MARGARET "MAGGIE" FLEGEL (BOND)
In Ottawa, Wednesday, July 20, 2003. Maggie Bond age 41. Beloved wife of Brian Flegel. Dear daughter of Shirley Bond and the late Albert Bond. Sister of Douglas Bond (friend Diane) and Diane (Charles Cosby). Maggie will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, family and friends. A service of memory of Maggie was held in the Chapel of the Kelly Funeral Home, 1255 Walkley Road (Ottawa) Sunday, August 3rd at 11 am. Kelly Funeral Home (613) 235-6712.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 6, 2003
Obituary
Alexander Fleming
Mr. Alexander Fleming passed away at his residence Gore Bay on Wednesday, January 11th. He was suffering from a paralytic stroke which he took on Thursday of the previous week. He was born in Glen Devon, Scotland, nearly 74 years ago Coming to Canada in 1913 he first settled at Irricane, Alberta, later coming to Gore Bay in 1919 to be with his son, Robert. Deceased leaves to mourn his loss a widow, five sons and three daughters. Two daughters and one son are in Scotland.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, January 19, 1922
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
[ANNIE JEAN FLEMING]
Death of Mrs. R. Fleming
…..of deep sorrow rested upon the town last Sunday morning when it became known that Mrs. Robert Fleming had passed away. Mrs. Fleming was taken ill with the Flu January 17th and although her many friends hoped for a favourable recovery the all wise had it otherwise arranged and Mrs. Fleming passed in through the Pearly Gates Saturday evening near midnight.
Annie Jean Price the beloved wife of Robert Fleming was born in Edinburgh, Scotland October 28th 1891. She was married on Christmas Day 1913 in Montreal and for the past seventeen months lived with her husband in Gore Bay where both were well known and highly respected.
The sympathy of the entire community goes out to Mr. Fleming in…….of his bereavement. (difficult to read in places)
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, February 6 ,1919
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
[Christina Fleming]
Wreck Surviver Called by Death
Owen Sound, Aug. 19-Mrs. Albert Fleming, one of two survivors of the wreck of the steamship Asia in Georgian Bay, Sept. 14, 1882, died
suddenly last night, at her home in Darby Township. She was 74 years old. Mrs. Fleming then Christina Morrison, and D.A. Tinkus of Manitoulin Island were washed ashore on an island off Point Au Baril near Parry Sound several days after the wreck in which 148 persons lost their lives. They were given food and shelter by an Indian and his squaw and were finally brought to the mainland.
The wreck of the Asia was the greatest marine disaster in the history
of Georgian Bay. The steamship was bound from Owen Sound to the head of
the lakes and went down in a raging storm.
Mr. Tinkus died many years ago. Mrs. Fleming often recalled her
harrowing experience as a ‘nightmare.’
Uncited Obituary - Source: Dorothy Hopkins Addison
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish
R.B. FLESHER
Robert Borden Flesher, son of Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Flesher, 178 Larch Street, died at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Tuesday morning, after an illness of six days duration. The deceased was born at Massey 19 years ago. He received his education in the Sudbury Schools and about one year ago he accepted a position with Thos. Linklater, tailor. He was well known among the young people of Sudbury having been a hockey enthusiast and a softball player. He was keenly interested in all sports and took part in many of the school leagues. Surviving are his parents, two sisters, Margaret and Collena, and nine brothers, James, Henry, Thomas, MacDougall, Stanley, Douglas, and Lloyd, all of Sudbury, and Herbert and John of Vancouver, B.C. The funeral service was held this afternoon at two o’clock at his late residence with Rev. Mr. Roland of the Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment took place at Park Lawn Cemetery.
Obituary – Sudbury Star, 4 July 1929
Transcribed by Roberta Clark
MURIEL MAUDE FLETCHER
August 9, 1909 - March 26, 2009
Muriel Fletcher, a resident of the Manitoulin Lodge, Gore Bay, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord after a brief illness at the Lodge on Thursday, March 26, 2009 at the age of 99 years. She was born in Streetsville, Ontario, eldest daughter of the late Edmund and Aida (Chesterman) St. Clair. Muriel's greatest passion and love was her family and serving her Lord. She enjoyed gardening, games, quilting, knitting and crossword puzzles. Dearly loved wife of the late Stephen, predeceased May 9, 2000. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Esther Gordon (husband Don predeceased) of Scarborough, Paul and Dorothy Fletcher of Elmira, Philip and Sheila Fletcher of Cambridge, Miriam and Howie Wailes of Evansville, Peter and Jane Fletcher of Gore Bay, Andy and Jane Fletcher of Port McNicholl, John and Sylvia Fletcher of Gore Bay and Eunice and Norm Courvoisier of Corbiel. Predeceased by one infant son. Loved and proud grandmother of 26 grandchildren and 51 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Chester (predeceased) and Shirley St. Clair of Callander and the late Bill and Eleanor St. Clair and the late Beth and Clarence Weber. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home after 7 pm on Saturday. The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Sunday, March 29, 2009 at 2 pm with Muriel's sons Andy, Philip and Paul officiating. Interment in Gordon Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Gideon Bibles, the Gore Bay Medical Centre for a digital X-ray machine or the Elim Homes in Waubashene would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home, 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 1, 2009
STEPHEN FLETCHER
In loving memory of Stephen Fletcher, October 3, 1907 to May 9, 2000.
Stephen Fletcher, a resident of Gore Bay, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord after a brief illness at St. Joseph's Health Centre, Sudbury on Tuesday, May 9, 2000 at the age of 92 years. He was born Yorkshire, England, the only son of the late Arthur and Mary (Walker) Fletcher. In 1910, at the age of 3, he immigrated to Canada with his parents, and settled in the Cambridge area. After 47 years, and having been employed as a blacksmith at the Canadian Machinery Corporation, he and Muriel and family moved to Gore Bay, where he owned and operated Steve's Grocery for 17 years. Steve was very active in his community over the years and had served on the Town council, CAS Board, CNIB Board, Housing Authority, the Manitoulin Health Centre Corporation, the Gideon Bible Society, was a Bible teacher at the Gore Bay Gospel Hall and did pastoral care throughout the Island. Although Steve had a very active and involved life, his greatest passion and love was his family and serving his Lord. He was well known and well liked by all, and will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by his family and many friends.
Dearly loved husband of Muriel (St. Clair) Fletcher. Loving father and father-in-law of Esther and Don Gordon of Sheguiandah; Paul and Dorothy Fletcher of Elmira; Philip and Sheila Fletcher of Cambridge; Miriam and Howie Wailes of Evansville; Peter and Jane Fletcher of Gore Bay; Andy and Jane Fletcher of Port McNicholl; John Fletcher and fiancee Sylvia Kemp of Gore Bay and Eunice and Norm Courvoisier of Corbiel. Predeceased by one infant son. Loved and proud grandfather of 25 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren. Dear brother-in-law of Chester and Shirley St. Clair of North Bay; Bill St. Clair (wife Eleanor predeceased) of Katrine and the late Beth and Clarence Weber.
The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Saturday, May 13, 2000 with Steve and Muriel's three sons, Paul, Philip and Andy Fletcher officiating. Interment in Gordon Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Gideon Bibles, the Mindemoya Hospital Building Fund, the Elim Homes in Waubashene or the Light Haven Christian Home in Bruce Mines would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay.
Manitoulin Expositor May 17, 2000
STEPHEN FLETCHER
Obituary
Stephen Fletcher, a long time resident of Gore Bay, and an active member of the community, passed away to his Lord on Tuesday, May 9th, just two days after he and his wife Muriel celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary.
Stephen Fletcher was born in Yorkshire, England, immigrating to Canada in 1910, with his parents, settling in the Cambridge area. He married Muriel (St. Clair) on May 7th, 1932, and began learning the forge trade while working with Muriel's father Edmund St. Clair, who owned and operated the Galt British Forge.
Mr. Fletcher continued to work in the blacksmith industry with the Canadian Machinery Corporation until the 1950s when new technology eventually took over, and jobs became few and far between.
In 1950, Stephen and Muriel and family began to holiday during the summer months in various spots around Gore Bay. Then in 1955, he built a cottage on the Lighthouse Road. The family vacationed there in the summers until they moved to Gore Bay permanently in 1957. The cottage was sold in the early sixties and is currently owned by Margo Little.
In 1957, Mr. Fletcher purchased 'Buds' Grocery from Bud Thorburn. He changed the name to 'Steve's Grocery' and operated the store for 17 years on the site where B&J's Restaurant stands now. He sold the store to Danny Nadeau and in 1979 the landmark building was torn down.
In the sixties, the Fletcher family began to dwindle as one after another began to leave the nest. The last one departed in 1967, the same year that Steve and Muriel took out a lease on the lighthouse. The lighthouse quickly became their permanent summer residence.
Once they were firmly established there, every summer, all the family members at one time or another began to visit 'the lighthouse' with their families for a day, two days, a week or even a month.
Mr. Fletcher's wife and eight children have fond memories of those 33 summers. Tents were pitched, trailers parked and it was quite common to have four or five different 'Fletcher families' there at once, and Steve and Muriel were at the center of the action. The last celebration for the Fletchers held at the lighthouse was last August and the occasion was Muriel's 90th birthday.
Mr. Fletcher served on the Gore Bay Council for a term, as ell as the Children's Aid Society, CNIB, Housing Authority, The Manitoulin Health Centre Corporation, and the Gideon Bible Society boards. He was an active member of the Gore Bay Gospel Hall and although he was not a pastor, he did conduct many services and funerals around the Island.
Mr. Fletcher performed several marriage ceremonies as well, including his son Peter and wife Jane Fletcher's wedding ceremony, which took place at the lighthouse in Gore Bay; daughter Miriam and son-in-law Howie Wailes in Timmins; and the marriage of his granddaughter Ann and husband Bill Cranston. He also taught bible studies at the Gore Bay Gospel Hall.
Funeral Services were conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Saturday May 13th, 2000 with Steve and Muriel's three sons Paul, Philip and Andy Fletcher officiating.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 24, 2000
ANNIE MARGUERITE FLETT (MARG)
October 8, 1904 - December 20, 2007. Died at the Manitoulin Lodge, Gore Bay on Thursday at the age of 103. Predeceased by her beloved husband Boyd Flett (September 1994). Predeceased by all her brothers and sisters: Evelyn & husband Manley Lindsay, Wilhelmine "Bill" Trotter, Wellington "Wellie" and wife Orla Thompson, Clifford and wife Edna McLaughlin, Montgomery "Monty" and wife Lillian Stinson. Beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews, cherished member of many families, Marg was an inspiration to all who knew her. She loved people, knowledge, reading and sewing. She loved to visit and always had time for friends. She also enjoyed, even after her loss of sight, countless hours in the greenhouse and garden tending to her many plants. Marg & Boyd worked at Flett Greenhouses in Mount Forest, which was owned by Boyd's father. They opened a small greenhouse in Little Current, and owned the cold storage business in Little Current called "Manitoulin Frosted Foods". Funeral Service was at 11 am on Saturday, December 22, 2007 at Little Current United Church, with Reverend Faye Stevens officiating. Burial in the spring at Elmview Cemetery. Donations to Little Current United Church, Heart and Stroke or cancer research. Arrangements in care of Island Funeral Home, Little Current, Ontario.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 2, 2008
MRS. JUNE LOUISA CLARA FLOOD
FLOOD, Mrs. June Louisa Clara - After a brief illness, passed away at the Sault Area Hospital Plummer Site on Wednesday June 4, 2008. June Flood, formerly of Thessalon in her 80th year, wife of the late Harry Flood. Loving mother of Marlene Brandt ( Fred ) of Walford, Chris Flood ( Leila ) of R.R.#1 Bruce Mines, Jeff Flood of Bruce Mines, Derrick Flood ( Leaman ) of China and the late George Flood ( Kathy ) of Sault Ste. Marie. Special grandmother to Tyson, Paul, Thomas, Kristopher, Justin and Stephanie and great grandmother to Tristan and Terren. Dear sister-in-law of Gerald Flood of Echo Bay, Lawrence Flood of Manitoulin Island, Charlie Flood (Lynn) of Sault Ste. Marie and Ruth Grexton (Ken) of Sudbury. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. A private service was held at the BEGGS FUNERAL HOME, Thessalon followed by cremation. Interment in Maple Ridge Cemetery. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation gratefully accepted. Special thanks to the staff of Palliative Care at the Plummer and to the staff of Pathways and the General Hospital. www.beggsfh.com Members of Elizabeth Rebekah Lodge No. 339, Thessalon are requested to assemble at the funeral home on Monday June 9, 2008 at 10:45 am for a memorial service for their late sister June Flood.
Sault Star, Friday, June 6, 2008
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