Obituaries

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A.L. Graham Died After Long Illness
Albert Lee Graham, only son of Capt. R. L. and Mrs. Graham died at his home in Grimesthorpe on Monday evening December 21st 1914, aged 25 years. Temporary interment will take place at Grimesthorpe Cemetery at two o’clock to-day.
Much regret is felt throughout the District by a large acquaintance of the deceased, as the young man, who has been ill for the past five years, was a general favourite and won admiration by his heroic fight for life during that period.
Captain and Mrs. Graham have the sympathy of a large number of friends in their sad bereavement.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, December 24, 1914
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

Alvin E. Graham
Prominent Businessman Passes After Short Illness
A prominent citizen of the town of Gore Bay for many years, Alvin E. Graham, passed away at his home on Saturday, June 16th, after an illness of six weeks.
The late Mr. Graham was born in 1867 in Belfountain, son of Robert Graham and Sara Van Valkenburg. He attended Belfountain Public School, Brampton High School, and Chatham Business College. His early life was spent in Milton, Wiarton and Toronto, where he was prominent in lacrosse circles, being a member of the famous Toronto Tecumsehs. He came to Manitoulin in 1904 and was engaged for some time in the timber business in Morrisville. In 1907 he came to Gore Bay to take over the management of the weekly newspaper, The Recorder. He also carried on an insurance business in conjunction with his other work.
He represented Manitoulin in the Provincial Legislature on a Conservative ticket from 1929 to 1934, when he retired, and continued in the insurance business. In later years he conducted a hardware business in town, disposing of this only last year.
Always interested in public affairs of the town, Mr. Graham served for a great many years on the school board, acting respectively as Secretary and Chairman, holding the position of Chairman of this board at the time of his death. His advice and influence there will be greatly missed by his associates.
He was a member of All Saints Anglican Church, Gore Bay and was People’s Warden for many years, aiding faithfully in all the work of the church.
In Masonic circles he was also very prominent, and was a past District Deputy Grand Master, and a life member of Gore Bay Lodge No. 472. Being a capable speaker, he was frequently called upon to address banquets and other fraternal gatherings.
He was married in 1909 to Alice Grace Gamey, daughter of the late R.R. Gamey and Mrs. Gamey. They had one son, Lee. R. Graham and a daughter, Anna, who predeceased him nineteen years ago.
Uncited Obituary - Source: Dorothy Hopkins Addison
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

Cecil Graham Accidently Shot
Cecil Graham, 12 year old son of Mr. Robert Graham, of Kagawong, was found in the woods about four miles from his home, on Tuesday afternoon in a dying condition. He apparently had been shot by a bullet from his own rifle. He had been hunting when the rifle was accidently discharged, the bullet entering his right eye and penetrated the head, killing him in a short while.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, October 21, 1915
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

DAVID ALEXANDER GRAHAM

In loving memory of David Alexander Graham, 77 years, who passed away Friday morning, February 23, 2007 at the Sudbury Regional Hospital-Laurentian Site. Beloved husband of Mary Grace (Clark) Graham, and loving father of Tim, Jim, Scott (wife Lorie), Joe, David (wife Kelly), Phillip (wife Dawn), and Brett. Cherished grandfather of 17 grandchildren. Dear brother of Stewart (predeceased) (Rosemary) of North Bay, Silvia Johnson of Windsor (Glenn, predeceased) and Jane McPhee (David) of Huntsville. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. David was born in Gore Bay, he served with the Canadian Army during the Korean War. He worked as a locomotive engineer with Canadian Pacific Railway for 38 years. David was an avid hunter and he loved to fish alongside of his boys, and his friend Don Stanley. He will be sadly missed and remembered for his sense of humour and his laughter. A memorial service was held at the Open Doors Christian Church in Naughton on Monday, February 26 at 2 pm. A cremation followed. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, February 28, 2007

Death of Mrs. Graham
On Tuesday, May 23, the death occurred of Mrs. Wm. Graham of Kagawong, one of the pioneer settlers of the district. Mrs. Graham was born in London, England, eighty-one years ago and came to this country when seven years of age, settling at L’Ecole Quebec. At the age of sixteen she married John Ferry and moved to Detroit. Eight years later her husband died, leaving her with three children. She then returned to L’Ecole and in 1864 married Mr. Wm. Graham.
Mr. and Mrs. Graham moved to Manitoulin forty-four years ago, settling at Kagawong and for the last thirty years the deceased had been on the old homestead.
The funeral service, which was very largely ateded (sic), was held in the Kagawong church on May 24. The funeral procession left the home at one p.m., thence to the church, and afterward to the Kagawong cemetery for the interment.
Mr. Wm. Graham died in 1915. There is one son of the first family still living and of eight of the second family, seven are left to mourn their loss.
There are also twenty-nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.
The coffin was covered with lovely wreaths sent by Mrs. W.G. Graham, Mrs. Mat Graham, Mrs. T.J. Thompson, Mrs. A. graham and Mrs. Pickard.
The Rev. W.T. Swainson conducted the burial service.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, June 1, 1922
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

ELLEN GRAHAM (BOWSER)

GRAHAM, (Bowser), Ellen – passed away at Manitoulin Lodge on Friday, January 28, 1994 in her 96th year. She was born in Billings Township, daughter of the late John and Annie (McLeod) Bowser. Ellen was a life member of the United Church in Kagawong and was a member of many community groups in her earlier years. Her pastimes included knitting and sewing and will be fondly remembered by her family for her good cooking. Ellen was the last surviving member of her family. Her husband Frederick Matthew Graham predeceased in May of 1980. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Elaine and Bud Thorburn of Gore Bay and Floyd and Jessie Graham of Kagawong. Loving grandmother of Cheryl and John Seabrook, Mary Ellen and Christy Thorburn, Nancy and Bob Vaillancout, Brad and Brenda Graham, Blair and Sandra Graham and Wendy and Dave King and loving great grandmother of Sarah, Jenny, Ben, Gregory, Daryl, Amanda and Jordan. Predeceased by sisters and brothers Kate Buie, Lottie Prestage, Amy Boyd, Norman and Morgan Bowser. Visitors were received at the Turner Funeral Home on Sunday after 7 pm. The funeral service was conducted at the funeral home on Monday at 11 am with Reverend Mary Jo Eckert Tracy officiating. Interment in Kagawong Cemetery. In remembrance donations may be made to the Kagawong Cemetery Fund or the charity of your choice.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

ELLEN THORA GRAHAM (nee NELLIE PURVIS)

GRAHAM, Ellen Thora (nee Nellie Purvis) – Passed away peacefully at the Centenary Hospital, Scarborough, Ontario on Sunday, April 5, 1992. A three year resident of the Community Nursing Home, Valley Farm Road, Pickering, Ontario. Born in Gore Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario September 30, 1905. Nellie Graham in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late James David Graham. Dearly loved mother of sons Stewart Purvis Graham (predeceased) and daughter-in-law Rosemary McKinnon, North Bay; David Alexander Graham and daughter-in-law Mary Grace Graham, Naughton; daughters Sylvia Jean Johnson, son-in-law Glen Johnson (deceased) Old Castle; Jane Ellen McPhee and son-in-law David R. McPhee, Pickering. Will be sadly missed by 21 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Visitation was on Tuesday, April 7, 1992 from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. Funeral service was on Wednesday, April 8, 1992, at 11 am. Interment in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens, Scarborough. If desired, expressions of sympathy to the Arthritis Society, Alzheimers or the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

JAMES ALLAN GRAHAM

In loving memory of James Allan Graham, September 14, 1922 - August 1, 2005.
Al Graham, a resident of Gore Bay, died at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Mindemoya, on Monday, August 1, 2005 at the age of 82 years. He was born at Kagawong, son of the late William James and Edith (Newburn) Graham. Al had worked for over 30 years for the Ontario Government as Sheriff and many more duties associated with that position. He was very active in his community as a member of the Gore Bay Masonic Lodge #472 A.F.&A.M where he had served as Master in 1961 - 62 and held most all other offices and had been District Secretary for Lauchie McDougall; a founding member of the MICC; a lifetime member of the Curling Club and loved to golf and fish and was interested in all sports. Although for the past number of years Al has not enjoyed good health, he and his family tried to make the best of his situation.
Dearly loved husband of Lois (Shaver) Graham of Gore Bay; loving and loved father of Roy and Julie Graham of Sharon and proud grandfather of Jennifer, Heather and husband Bill Marshall and Rob Graham and great grandson Graham Allan Marshall. Dear brother of Lyle and his wife Minnie Graham of Kagawong, Dorothy and husband Gerry Brunette of Sudbury and brother in law of Jim Fisher of Gore Bay. Predeceased by sister Norine Fisher. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home on Thursday, August 4. The funeral service was conducted at St. John's Anglican Church, Kagawong, on Friday, August 5, with Rev. Canon Bain Peever officiating. Interment in Kagawong Cedars Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Gore Bay Medical Centre or the Mindemoya Hospital Auxiliary would be appreciated. Gore Bay Masonic Lodge conducted a memorial service on Thursday, August 4.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 10, 2005

JESSIE MARIE GRAHAM

In loving memory of Jessie Marie Graham, January 13, 1934 - September 15, 2005. Jessie Graham, a resident of Kagawong, died at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Mindemoya on Thursday, September 15, 2005. She was born at Kagawong, daughter of the late William Stanley and Jessie May (McDougall) Gordon. She had worked as a mail carrier from 1969 until 1989, then was the Township Clerk for Billings Township until her retirement 6 years ago. Jessie had a love of music, having played the organ at her church for many years and was also active in the Glee Club for many years. She was a very active community member, who was very giving of her time. Jessie had a great belief that in her life, first came her family, second her church and third her community. Her greatest pride and joy was her family. A loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and sister, her kind and wonderful manner will be cherished by each and every family member. Many fond memories will be forever locked in each one's heart.
Jessie was the loved and loving wife of Floyd for 53 years. Loving and loved mother of Nancy and her husband Bob Vaillancourt of Garson; Brad and his wife Debbie,; Blair and his wife Sandy and Wendy and her fiance Gerry Clifford all of Kagawong. Proud and loved "Grandma" of Greg, Daryl, Amanda, Jordan, Zachary, Jordan, Chris and Mason and "Great Grandma" of Caleb and Joshua. Dearly loved sister of Stanley Gordon and his wife Jacqueline of Kagawong and Bruce Gordon and his wife Helen of Little Current and sister in law Elaine Thorburn (husband Bud predeceased) of Gore Bay. Predeceased by brother Elmer. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home on Friday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 pm. The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 11 am with Rev. Mary Jo Eckert Tracy officiating. Interment in Kagawong Cedars Cemetery. In remembrance, donations to the Mindemoya Hospital Chemo room or the Northeastern Ontario Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 21, 2005

GRAHAM – (St. John), Marie Frances Elizabeth (Betty) in her 52nd year, died at Manitoulin Health Centre, Little Current, on Thursday, October 13, 1983. Beloved wife of Max, dear mother of Frances, Ted, Jed, Mike, Karen and Derek. Dear daughter of Mrs. Eva St. John, dear sister of Lenore (Mrs. Robert Gaitens) and Leo (Bud St. John. Dear grandmother of John.
Funeral service at All Saints Anglican Church, Gore Bay, Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Rev. L. Shaw officiating.
Interment Gordon Cemetery.
Uncited obit
1983
Dorothy Hopkins Addison Scrapbook

MAXWELL EARL GRAHAM
July 8, 1924 - April 18, 2009

In loving memory of Max Graham, a resident of Gore Bay, died at the Mindemoya Hospital on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the age of 84 years. He was born at Peterborough, son of the late Edward James and Elizabeth Ruth (Wood) Graham. Max had been Manager at the Manitoulin Livestock Co-op, retiring after 35 years. He attended the University in Guelph, where he played on the Rugby team that won a Canadian championship, and was also on the ski team. He served with the Royal Canadian Navy during WW2. He was very involved in the community, having been a member of the Masonic Lodge, Past President of the Curling Club, Past President of the Rotary Club, where he received the prestigious "Paul Harris Award" for outstanding service. He also volunteered much time with the Fish and Game Club, and this past year received a plaque for his efforts. Max also organized the cattle sale in Little Current for many years. He loved to hunt and fish, and spend time at the hunt camp in Mills, visiting many people in the area, where he was affectionately called the "Mayor of Mills". Due to ill health that made it difficult for him to get out, he loved to watch T.V. and in particular all sports events. He was truly a respected and loved part of Manitoulin, and will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Max was predeceased by his beloved wife Betty in 1983. Loved and loving father of Frances, husband Rheal Sicard of Mississauga, Ted and his wife Lynn of North Bay, Jed and his wife Kathy of Mindemoya, Mike and his wife Lori of Sault Ste. Marie, Karen and husband Scott McDougall of Gore Bay and Derek and friend Teri of North Bay. Proud grandfather of John and wife Nina, Michael, Rheal, Eric, Nicholas, Skylar, Alex, Ryan, Larissa, Matt, Andrew, Laura, Neil, Zarek and Chancellor and great grandson Ethan. Dear brother of Patricia Ardern. Predeceased by brothers Bernard and Ted and sisters Verda and Dorothy. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at 11 am with Rev. Beth Topps officiating. Interment in Gordon Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Gore Bay Fish Hatchery or the Cancer Society would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 29, 2009

ROBERT BENJAMIN GRAHAM

In Loving Memory of Robert Benjamin Graham, October 13, 1929 - May 23, 2008. Bob Graham, a resident of Gore Bay, died at the Mindemoya Hospital on Friday, May 23, 2008 at the age of 78 years. He was born in Mindemoya, son of the late Frank Edward and Marjorie (Greenman) Graham. Bob worked as a self employed Class A Mechanic before his retirement. He was a jack-of-all-trades, and loved to take things apart and put them back together, and was known to have great patience. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, playing cards, driving around the Island and loved to socialize with people and having coffee with the boys at the restaurant. Many precious memories will be cherished. Dearly loved husband of Shirley (Fogal) Graham. Loved and loving father of Terry (Darrell) of Lively. Proud grandfather of Christopher (Adrienne) of Sudbury, Kelly (Don) of Durham, and great grandchildren Mikayla, Kyli, Brody and Briar-Anne. Dear brother of Marion Fowler (Gerald) of Little Current and step-sister Shirley McCauley of Brampton. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 27, 2008 from 11 am to 1 pm. The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel at 1 pm with Pastor Maxine McVey officiating. Cremation to follow. If so desired, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 28, 2008

WILDA GRAHAM PASSES SUDDENLY

The whole town and community was shocked on Tuesday morning when it became known that Mrs. Barney Graham had passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Little Current, where she had been taken following a seizure at the New Year’s Dance, which affected her breathing. She was moved to hospital on Saturday and tests were being given to determine the cause of the illness but indications seemed to be that it was not serious and that she would be home again soon. News of her sudden passing was therefore a shock to all.
She is survived by her husband, five children, her father, two sisters and three brothers. She was the former Wilda McKenzie.
Uncited obit
1965
Dorothy Hopkins Addison Scrapbook

WILLIAM LYLE GRAHAM

In loving memory of William Lyle Graham, February 22, 1917 - December 22, 2006. Lyle Graham, a resident of Manitoulin Lodge, Gore Bay, and formerly of Kagawong, passed away at the Lodge on Friday, December 22, 2006 at the age of 89 years. He was born in Sault Ste. Marie, son of the late William and Edith (Newburn) Graham. Before joining the Royal Canadian Navy, Lyle worked on the Graham Brother's commercial fishing tug "The Everett", in Kagawong, drove for Graham's Transport of Gore Bay and was employed with Lincoln Electric in Toronto. After serving in the Navy during World War 11, Lyle joined Ontario Hydro in March 1946 and spent his 31 year career working in the Manitoulin area, retiring in July of 1977. He was Past Master of Gore Bay Masonic Lodge #472 A.F. & A.M. Lyle was an active member of his community, and a faithful member of St. John's Anglican Church. He enjoyed family, fishing, travelling, music, dancing and operating Graham's Cottages. Dearly loved husband of Minnie (Hopkin) Graham of Kagawong. Loving and loved father of Dianne and husband David Fraser of Kagawong, David Graham of Southampton and daughter-in-law Debbie Graham of Canoe Cove, P.E.I. Proud grandfather of Michael Graham of Southampton. Dear brother of Dorothy and husband Gerry Brunette of Sudbury, brother-in-law Jim Fisher of Gore Bay and Lois Graham of Gore Bay. Predeceased by sister Norine Fisher and brother Allan Graham. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home after 7.00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 27. The funeral service was conducted at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church., Kagawong on Thursday, December 28, 2006 at 11.00 a.m. with Rev. Canon Bain Peever officiating. Interment in Kagawong Cedars Cemetery. In remembrance donations to St. John's Anglican Church, Kagawong or the Manitoulin Lodge Auxiliary would be appreciated. Gore Bay Masonic Lodge conducted a memorial service at the funeral home on Wednesday at 6.30 p.m. Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 3, 2007

DARIN ROBERT GRAHAMS

Funeral services were held at Knox United Church Manitowaning, Manitoulin Island on October 13, 1964, for Darin Robert Grahams, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Gary G. Grahams, who died at DeWitt Army Hospital, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, U.S.A. at the age of one year and nine months after a brief illness.
Rev. David Stephens officiated at the funeral service. Mrs. David Stephens was organist.
Darin Robert was the only child of Gary and Lynda Grahams, the former Lynda Bowerman, who lived in Manitowaning previous to her marriage.
Pallbearers were Mervyn McMullen and Delmer Fields. Tom Hembruff drove the funeral car.
Interment was in Hilly Grove Cemetery.
Relatives attending were; Mr. and Mrs. Herman Bowerman and Mamie Ann Bowerman; Mr. and Mrs. Allan Bowerman, Mrs. Freeman Bowerman, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Bowerman and Mrs. Rose Spencer.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

RUBY GRAINGER

Huntsville - On Thursday, July 24, 1980 Mrs. Ruby Grainger passed away at the Huntsville Memorial Hospital. She died of cancer in her 57th year. Born Ruby Mildred Wilkin on May 30th, 1923 at Little Current, she was the daughter of Sylvester and Emma Wilkin of Little Current. In 1950, June 28th she was married at Little Current to Walter Grainger son of William and Alice Grainger. Resided on the Manitoulin Island where they farmed, then moved to Burk's Falls, Ont. Where they bought a farm and lived for 14 years, then moved to Hillside (outside of Huntsville, Ont.) in 1969 where they bought a house with an acre of land. Left to mourn her passing are her husband and four children, Mrs. Donna Austwick of Thompson, Manitoba, Mr. Clarence Grainger of Kitchener, Ont; Miss Emily Grainger of Prince George, BC; Mrs. Bernice Ransom of Waterloo, Ontario. Also surviving are four grandchildren, her father, Sylvester Wilkin of Little Current and sister Reta Rothery of Sudbury, Ontario. Mrs. Grainger rested at Addison's Funeral Home in Huntsville, Ontario. Funeral service was conducted at Hillside United Church by Rev. Delbert Stuart of Hillside on Monday, July 28th, 1980 at 2:00 pm.
Pallbearers were Elmer Leggett, Lloyd Brown of Burk's Falls, Jim Dobney of Toronto, Robin Walker, Mike VanEyke, and Lorne Graham of Hillside. Interment followed in Maplewood Cemetery, Hillside, Ontario. Relatives and friends attending the funeral from a distance were from Toronto, Oshawa, St. Catharines, Kitchener, Waterloo, Sault Ste. Marie, Manitoulin Island, Sudbury, Burk's Falls and Chicago, US.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 13, 1980

DOREEN VERNICE GRANGER
February 7, 1927 - January 16, 2009

In loving memory of Doreen Granger, a resident of Tehkummah and formerly of Espanola and Gordon Township, who died at the Mindemoya Hospital on Friday, January 16, 2009. Doreen was born at Perivale, daughter of the late Norman and Catherine (McAllister) Lewis. She had worked at a variety of jobs in her lifetime, including the turkey plant and the telephone office in Gore Bay as well as a sales clerk in Espanola and at various tourist camps. Doreen loved to bake, enjoyed cooking, quilting and feeding the birds. She also enjoyed visiting with friends and relatives. Doreen is survived by her beloved husband George Granger of Tehkummah, loved and loving mother of Ted and his wife Irene of Espanola, Betty and husband Eric Russell of Tehkummah, Janis and husband Charles Totman of McKerrow and Cathy and husband Perry Bouwmeester of Massey. Proud grandmother of Tammy and Derek, Jeff and Michelle, Jay, Joel, Wesley, Caitlin, Corey, and Dustin, and great-grandchild Logan. Dear sister of Mary Kerhanovich (Earl) of Sault Ste. Marie and Cathy and husband Garth Giffen of Gore Bay. Predeceased by brothers Bill and Arden Lewis and sisters Ina Breathat and Madeline Hollowack. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends were received at the Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay on Sunday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 pm. The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Monday, January 19, 2009 at 11 am. Cremation to follow. If so desired, donations to the Chemo Room at Mindemoya Hospital or the Cancer Society would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, January 21, 2009

Wm. Granger Sr. Is Dead.
Wm. Granger Sr. died suddenly on Thursday, Nov. 2nd at this home in Allan Township Death was due to heart failure.
The funeral took place from his late residence to Gordon Cemetery on Saturday at one o’clock. The obsequies was conducted by Rev. A.E. Owen.
The deceased was born in England in 1840 and came to Canada when 18 years old. He was married in 1865 and has been a resident of the Manitoulin for 34 years. He leaves a widow and ten children to mourn his death.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, November 9, 1911
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

WILLIAM T. GRANT

In loving memory of William T. Grant who passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 4, 2002 at the Greater Niagara General Hospital, Niagara Falls, after a courageous battle with cancer, in his 70th year; Beloved husband for 42 years of Jacqueline (Sharpe); Loving father of Michael (fiancée Linda), of St. Catharines, and Christopher (fiancée Keira), of Edmonton, Alta; Brother of George (Eleanor), of Waterdown.
Born in Barrie and raised in Ottawa, he served with the Canadian Armed Forces for six years and was a veteran of the Korean War. He joined the Ford Motor Company in 1956, working in Oakville until 1960, and then at the Glass Plant in Niagara Falls until his retirement in 1990. Bill and Jackie then moved to Manitoulin Island where he served as a volunteer firefighter and was a certified instructor with the Canadian Coast Guard Search & Rescue, until their recent return to Niagara Falls. A Past-President and life member of the Niagara Falls Optimist Club, he was also a past member of the Stamford Lodge No. 626, A.F. & A.M., and a member of the Scottish Craftsmen Glee Club. He was active with youth in Niagara Falls including time as a soccer referee and hockey coach, and his life was well rounded with his love of music, fishing, hunting and his family. Mr. Grant was at the Morse & Son Chapel of the Morgan Funeral Homes, Niagara Falls, where his family received friends on Sat. & Sun. April 6,7, 2002. Service to celebrate his life was held at Stamford Presbyterian Church, Niagara Falls, on Monday April 8, 2002. followed by cremation. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to may make a memorial donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario or to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 10, 2002

ANNIE MELISSA GRAVELLE

In loving memory of Annie Melissa Gravelle, peacefully at Manitoulin Centennial Manor on Monday, April 14, 2003 age 82 years.
Predeceased by husband Percy Gravelle. Predeceased by daughter Gail. Remembered by son-in-law Al McPherson. Cherished Grandmother of Perry & wife Rita Campbell of Naughton, Sherry Lynn & husband Gilles, Cara & husband Henry. Loved Great Grandmother of Dustin, Sara and Nigel Campbell, Danielle and Kristen. Remembered by sister Verna & husband Stewart Middaugh, brothers Grant & wife Ethel Bowerman and Don & wife June Bowerman. Predeceased by Virgie Young, Cleve Bowerman, Clara Blackburn, Leonard Bowerman, Ruby Young and Mildred Middaugh.
There will be a gathering of friends on Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 1:30 to remember and celebrate Annie's life at the family home in Whitefish Falls.
Arrangements in care of Island Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 16, 2003

A one-time resident of Little Current and well known in this area, Mrs. Lea Gravelle, a resident of St. Lukes Place in Cambridge, Ontario, passed away Thursday, July 9. She was in her ninety-first year. She was the widow of the late Louis Gravelle.
Friends and former neighbours here extend sympathy to the Gravelle family.
(handwritten July 15/87)
Obituary, uncited

PERCY GRAVELLE

GRAVELLE – At Espanola General Hospital on Friday, August 30, 1989, Percy Gravelle of Whitefish Falls in his 70th year. Dear husband of Annie of Whitefish. Loved father of Gail (Mrs. L. MacP?son) of Port Colburne, Ontario. Dear grandfather of three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Dear brother of John of Mississauga and Maureen (husband Albert Christian) of Cambridge. Two brothers Lloyd and Jerry, both predeceased. The funeral service will be conducted at the Fa? Home in Whitefish Falls on Sunday, September 2 at 11:00 am with Rev. W. Putman officiating. Cremation
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

JESSIE GRAY

GRAY, Jessie - Passed away Saturday afternoon, September 20. Formerly of Mindemoya, she is survived by her daughter, Lorene and her granddaughters, Nancy and Debbie. The funeral was held in Waterford, Ontario at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 23. She rested at the Thomson-Mott Funeral Home in Waterford Cemetery.
Manitoulin Expositor, October 1, 1980

Died-Margaret Gray-of Little Current, Beloved wife of Rev. E. A. Gray. Died at St. Joseph's Hospital, Little Current on Friday, December 6, 1974 in her 68th year.
Resting at E.J. Eagleson Funeral Home after Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Funeral Service from there on Monday, December 9th at 2 p.m. Interment: Mountain View Cemetery.
Obituary, uncited

SARAH A. GRAY

A long time resident of Little Current, Mrs. Sarah Gray passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. J. Riordan, in Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A. on April 8, 1967. Funeral services were held at the Tracy Funeral Home in Little Current on April 11th. Rev. H. Gemmell officiated.
The daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Stringer of Little Current, Mrs. Sarah Gray was a member of the United Church and before Church Union, a member of the Methodist Church. She was President of the Women’s Auxiliary in the church for a number of years during the ministry of Rev. Dr. Stanley Greenslade. A charter member of Manitou Rebekah Lodge in Little Current, Mrs. Gray was presented with a forty year jewel and life membership by the Lodge in 1963.
Predeceased by her husband, Frank B. Gray in 1942, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Inez Riordan of Cleveland. A daughter Daisy, predeceased in 1964. Four sisters and one brother also survive; Mrs. Elizabeth Chapman, Mrs. L. P. Brace, and Mrs. Susan Rush of Toronto, Mrs. Millie Sims of Little Current and Robert Stringer also of Little Current.
Pallbearers were M.L. Bock, Art Wilkinson, E.O. Vincent, Morley Tracy, Herb Eade, and Alfred Morphet.
Burial was in the family plot at Mountain View Cemetery, Little Current.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

VELMA A. GRAY

Velma A. Gray (retired Librarian of New Toronto Secondary School) at Caressant Care, Marmora on Sunday, April 7, 2002 in her 93rd year. Velma Sloan beloved wife of the late Alfred Gray.
Mrs. Gray is the much loved aunt of many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her sisters Florence Wilson, Gladys Williamson, Leona Brown, Leila Little and Mary Furnia and brothers William, Reid and Albert Sloan.
Funeral service was held on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at the Norwood and District Funeral Home Ltd., Norwood, Ontario officiated by Reverend Paul Peters Derry. Donations to the MS Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or The Ontario March of Dimes would be appreciated by the family.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Norwood and District Funeral Home Ltd., Norwood, Ontario.
Manitoulin Expositor April 24, 2002

VERA GRAY

Vera Aird Lena Gray, 70, died Aug. 25 at Temiskaming Hospital, New Liskeard Unit, after several weeks in New Liskeard and North Bay Civic Hospitals.
She was born in 1907 in Carnarvon in Manitoulin District and was educated at Connaught, Matheson and Temagami High Schools. She moved to New Liskeard in 1947 and was formerly married to the late James Duncan Birnie. In September 1957, she married Duncan Roy Gray.
She was a member of the United Church, Women’s Institute, Lakeside Rebekah Lodge, and the Maple Leaf Club.
She is survived by her husband Duncan, and two sons, James Birnie of Englehart and George Birnie of Timmins. She is also survived by six grandchildren; one half-brother William Field, of Yacalpa, California; and was predeceased by one brother George Field in 1971.
Funeral was conducted by Rev. Morley Mitchell, at St. Paul’s United Church in New Liskeard.
Pallbearers were Hector and Alex Gray, Pat Birnie, George Pettman, Ted Carragher, and John Veldhuis.
Burial was at New Liskeard Cemetery.
Relatives and friends who attended the funeral from out of town were from Englehart, Swastika, Schumacher, Timmins, Cobalt, Latchford, North Bay, Callander, Bracebridge, Ottawa and London.
Temiskaming Speaker, August 31, 1977 page 4

WM. PETER GRAY

In loving memory of Wm. Peter Gray, born in Sudbury on June 14th, 1944, died on Saturday, August 25th in Sudbury after a courageous struggle with a chronic illness. A long-time, proud Bay of Islands camp-owner, Peter inherited his camp from his predeceased parents, Bill and Jean Gray and he spent his healthiest and happiest moments there at his beloved "Graysland". His gregarious personality will be sadly missed by all his close friends in the Bay. He touched many hearts and was a catalyst in bringing people together. We will remember him always. His dear sister Pat came from Vancouver Island to be with him this summer and he is also survived by his brothers Robert (Bobby) and Sandy Gray. Funeral to be held Wednesday, August 29th at Jackson and Bernard Funeral Home, Sudbury, with visitation Tuesday night from 6 pm to 9 pm. Donations to the Kidney Foundation or Laurentian Hospital Foundation. Love his family and friends in the Bay.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 29, 2007

YVETTE GIBSON GRAY

Yvette Gibson Gray of Espanola passed away at the Espanola General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer, on Sunday, November 19th, 2006 in her 84th year. Beloved wife of the late Bill Gibson (1988) & the late James Gray (2002). Dear daughter of the late Yves & Melvina (nee Ross) Varieur. Loving mother of Roger (wife Molly), Ron (wife Diane) & Theresa (Mrs. John Lamothe) all of Espanola, Carol (Mrs. Ron Lalonde) of Sudbury, Clayton (wife Marion) of Welland, Thomas (wife Donna) of Bancroft & Loreen Gibson of Brampton & stepmother to Bruce Gray (wife Catherine) of Espanola, Gary (wife Debbie) of Winnipeg, Peter of Hamilton & the late Ron Gray (wife Judy) of Sudbury. Will be sadly missed by 15 grandchildren & several great-grandchildren. Very dear sister of Mrs. Delores Walters of Waterloo, Mrs. Eugenie Racine of Sudbury & the late Eulalie, Roger, Marcel, Eloi & Roland Varieur. Yvette was very active in the Seniors Club, her church and the Catholic Women's League of St. Jude's Parish. Friends called at the Bourcier Funeral Home, Espanola on Tuesday, November 21st from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass from St. Jude Roman Catholic Church, Espanola on Wednesday, November 22nd at 9:30 a.m. with Father Terry Fournier officiating. Cremation to follow with interment of ashes in the Mills Cemetery, Burpee Township, Manitoulin Island. If so desired, Memorial tributes may be made to the Northern Cancer Research Foundation or the Espanola Food Bank.
Manitoulin Expositor, November 22, 2006

Anthony (Buck) Green - Born March 30, 1936 Killarney Ontario, passed away peacefully December 25, 2008 at his home in Elliot Lake with his wife Shirley at his side. Survived by his sister Leona Cook (Green) of Peterborough, Ontario and brother John Green of Hartley Bay, Ontario. Beloved Uncle of Ruth Green Toronto, Phillip Green (Paulette) of North Bay and the many nieces, nephews and cousins of Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve, sister-in-law Josiveve Tiffen-Green (Elliot Lake) and nephew David Green (Patricia) of North Carolina, U.S.A. Loved step father of Sharon Gow-Meawasige (Martin), of Serpent River First Nation,Valerie Gow, Toronto, and grandsons Michael and Joseph Wabegijig also of Serpent River First Nation. Words cannot express how much he will be missed by all who were blessed to know and love him. As Buck requested, no funeral services are to be held. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Alternative Funeral Services.
Sudbury Star, December 30, 2008
Elliot Lake Standard, December 30, 2008

CHARLOTTE JEAN GREEN

In memory of Charlotte Jean Green, March 21, 1930 - January 28, 2008 who died at Sudbury Memorial Hospital on Monday, January 28, 2008 at the age of 77. Predeceased by beloved husband William Green. Loving mother of Mark & wife Karen, Barry, Brenda & friend Brian Smith, Linda, Derek & wife Carrie. Dear grandmother of Cory, David, Becky, Steven, Kris, Laura, Meghan, Alyssa & Rheanne, predeceased by twin granddaughters Anna & Abigail. Remembered by sisters Daisy Asaph, Pam Robinson, Roberta Palmer. Family & friends gathered to celebrate Charlotte's life on Monday, February 4, 2008 at Island Funeral Home. Cremation.
Manitoulin Expositor, February 6, 2008

EDITH M. GREEN (LOCKEYER)

GREEN – At Manitoulin Health Centre on Monday, July 15, 1985 Edith M. Green (Lockeyer) of Little Current in her 76th year. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Green. Loving mother of Orval “Dubs” of Little Current, Karlene (Mrs. Don Cooper) and Grenville all of Little Current. Also loved by six grandchildren. Dear sister of Herman and Mrs. Grace Smith both of Little Current. Predeceased by five brothers George, Norman, Gordon, Delmer and Clifford and four sisters Ella McGovern, Elsie Coulter, Edna Green and Eunice Lockeyer. Resting at Eagleson funeral home Wednesday, July 17. Funeral service at Grace Bible Church, Thursday July 18 with Pastor William Mann officiating. Interment in Mountain View Cemetery.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

EDNA GREEN

Green – At the Manitoulin Health Centre on Friday July 13, 1984. Edna (Lockyer) Green. Beloved wife of the late Charles E. Green. Dear Mother of Linda (Mrs. Ronald Bowerman) Ray & Gary Green all of Little Current. Predeceased by son Ronald & daughter Norman Lloyd. Dear sister of Herman Lockyer, Grace Smith & Edith Green all of Little Current. Predeceased by three sisters, Elsie, Ella and Eunice and four brothers, George, Norman, Gordon & Cliff. Also survived by 12 grandchildren. Rested at the Eagleson Funeral Home on Saturday & Sunday evening. Funeral service was held from the Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Little Current on Mon. July 16, 1984 at 2 pm with the Reverend W.G. Dobinson officiating. Interment in Holy Trinity Anglican Cemetery.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

FRANK ERNEST GREEN (Sparky)

GREEN, Frank Ernest (Sparky) – At his residence on Monday, March 19, 1990 in his 72nd year. Beloved husband of the late Peggy Green (Shaw) predeceased in 1984. Frank was the son of the late William and Jeanette (Rowe) Green of Little Current, Ontario. Dear brother of Arthur, George, Robert, Charles, and sister Leona, all predeceased. He leaves to mourn several nieces and nephews. Dear brother-in-law of Arlene and Fred Morrison, Ivy Bulter and Kaye Phillips. Friends called at the Arthur Funeral Home, Wednesday evening. Funeral service was from the Arthur Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, March 22 at 3 pm. Rev. Dennis Posno officiated. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery. Linda Bowerman, Gary, Roy and Grenville Green traveled to the Soo and attended the funeral of their uncle.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

Flier Reported Killed After First Missing - 1944

Receiving a telegram on Friday morning, February 4, bearing the news that her husband Flt. Sgt. Frederick George Green, was missing after air operations, served only to pave the way for a more tragic wire received by Mrs. Green, of 75 Albinson St., Sudbury , a few hours later containing the words "Killed in Action"
Flt. Sgt. Green was born in Kagawong 31 years ago a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Green. Educated on Manitoulin Island, he came to Sudbury seven years ago seeking employment. Fred obtained a job with the International Nickel Company at Frood, where he worked up until the time of his enlistment in July 1942, with the R.C.A.F. joining up for aircrew duties.
Receiving his training at St. Joli, Quebec, the airman graduated as a wireless air gunner in April 1943, from that station. After a furlough he was transferred to Bahamas for overseas service, in May of the same year. Fred wrote his wife glowing accounts of the West Indies, describing all the different sights and days spent in the sunshine. He served on the islands for a period of six months and was then posted to England. It was only on Tuesday, February 1 that his wife received word from Fred to the effect that he has been stationed in Ireland, and found it a great change. "The only thing I regret", Fred wrote, "is that I never got home to see you and Baby Carol before I came over here. That is the sad thing about this dreadful war. You leave your loved ones so far behind you.: Flt. Sgt. Green's baby Carol is a year old this month and her daddy hasn't seen her since she was six weeks old.
In the letter to his wife he stated, "I will likely be in Ireland for some time, and it doesn't seem as if I am ever going to get into the thick of things. Don't fret or worry about me."
Flt. Sgt. Green is survived by his wife, the former Theresa Valpel, of Spring Valley, Saskatchewan, who is at present residing at 75 Albinson St., and his daughter, Carol, age one year. Also surviving are his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. John Green of Kagawong, one brother, Harold, and a sister Laura also of Kagawong - Sudbury Star.
February 1944
Through The Years, Vol. VI, No., 1, November 1988, page 21
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

JOHN HAROLD GREEN
April 23, 1922 - July 14, 2009

In loving memory of Harold Green, a resident of Little Current and formerly of Kagawong, who died at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Little Current on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at the age of 87 years. He was born in Billings Township, son of the late John Harold and Mabel (Wyman) Green. Harold was a member of the Masonic Lodge, the Gideon Bibles and the Kagawong United Church. He had a variety of interests, including, golfing, leather work, hunting and fishing, photography, computers and was a great hockey and baseball fan. He also enjoyed having coffee with his buddies. Harold was a very active member of his community, and travelled to Toronto to receive an award from the Province of Ontario for his volunteer work. Harold is survived by his beloved wife Emily (Munro) Green of Little Current. Loved and loving father of Ellen Dark (husband Don) of Sarnia, John (partner Kate Procter) of Waterloo, Sharon Jackson (husband Craig) of Kagawong, and Alexis (partner Charlene Haradine) of Kemptville. Loved grandfather of Erica and Alina. Predeceased by brother Fred Green and sister Laura Wilson. A memorial service will take place at St. Paul's on the Hill United Church, Kagawong on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 3 pm with Rev. Mary Jo Eckert Tracy officiating. Interment of ashes in Kagawong Cedars Cemetery. If so desired, donations to Community Living Manitoulin, Manitoulin Health Centre, Little Current, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home, 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, July 22, 2009

MILDRED JESSIE (Cranston) GREEN

GREEN, (Cranston), Mildred, Jessie – 83 years, passed away Saturday evening, December 11, 1993 at the Extendicare, Falconbridge. Beloved wife of George Green of Sudbury. Loving daughter of the late James and Jessie Cranston both predeceased. Dear sister of the late Wellington, Nettie Beaudoin, Victoria Reed and Vivian Gordon all predeceased. Sadly missed by nieces and nephews. Lovingly remembered by Marj and Doug Marshall and family. Private family memorial service in the RJ Barnard Chapel, Sudbury on Tuesday, December 14, 1993. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium. Donations to the General Hospital MRI Fund would be appreciated.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

Ronald Charles Green passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 5, 1971 at St. Joseph’s General Hospital, Little Current in his 32nd year.
Born on November 28, 1939 at Little Current he was the eldest son of Charles and Edna Green.
Ronald received his Elementary and High School education at Little Current.
A member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Little current, he was Baptised, Confirmed, Married and later Buried, all from the same Church.
He married the former Carol Richardson of Sudbury in November 1965.
A lover of sports and outdoor life, he started at an early age helping his father who was a Commercial Fisherman. He later traveled to Great Slave Lake trying his skill there with a large fishing company and in later years at Batchawana Bay, working with his father. At the time of his death he was employed in Sudbury.
Ronald played minor hockey and later senior hockey for Little Current, coaching the Senior team the winter of 1970-71.
Ronald leaves to mourn his wife Carol, daughters Peggy Ann, age 5, and Joanne, age 3. His parents Charles and Edna Green; two sisters Mrs. Gerald Lloyd (Norma) of Sudbury, Mrs. Ronald Bowerman (Linda) of Little Current; two brothers Gary and Roy both of Little Current. He also leaves three nephews and three nieces.
Funeral service was held on Monday, September 6, 1971 at 2:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Little Current, Canon D.H. Dixon officiated. Mrs. Dora Collar was organist.
Pallbearers for Ronald were all cousins. They were; Tommy Lockyer, Kirkland Lake; Clifford Smith, Waters Township, Robert Coulter, Sudbury; Grenville Green, Floyd Lockyer and Dean Lockyer, all of Little Current.
Ushers were long time friends of Ronald, they were George Collins and Jack Joly. The flower car was driven by Doran Boyd, assisted by Goldie Brown.
Relatives and friends attended from Sudbury, Kitchener, Waters Township, Garson, Chelmsford, McGregor Bay, Whitefish Falls and many parts of the Island.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

ROY ALLEN GREEN "SQUIRT"

In loving memory of Roy Allen Green on Monday, April 7, 2003,at the age of 54 years.
Cherished husband of Darlene (nee Oliver). Loved by children Lori & husband Terry Case of Little Current, Jeff & Tanya of Sault Ste. Marie, Derek & fiancée Lesley of Espanola. Special grandpa of Braedan & Brady Case. Will be greatly missed by sister Linda & husband Ron Bowerman of Sheguiandah, brother Gary & wife Nicole of Little Current, predeceased by sister Norma Lloyd (husband Gerald), and brother Ronnie (wife Carol Wessel). Predeceased by parents Charles & Edna. Fondly remembered by parents-in-law Ting & Pee Wee Oliver and brothers & sisters-in-law Mike & wife Betty Oliver, Wanda & husband Lou Trovarello, predeceased by Roger Oliver (wife June). Uncle to numerous nephews and nieces.
Visitation was from 2-4 pm & 7-9 pm Wednesday, April 9, 2003. Funeral Service was held at 2:00 pm Thursday, April 10, 2003, both at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Little Current.
Cremation with burial in Holy Trinity Cemetery at a later date.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 16, 2003

VIOLET C. GREEN

GREEN: At Manitoulin Centennial Manor on Wednesday, February 1, 1989 Violet C. Green (McDougall) in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Rex Green. Dear mother of Shirley (Mrs. Joseph Coady) of Lindsay and Ken of Sheguiandah. Also loved by four grandchildren. Survived by two sisters Mrs. Bella Armstrong of North Bay and Mrs. Ada Quakenbush of Tehkummah. Predeceased by three brothers Eli, Duncan and John and four sisters Kathryn MacDougall, Janet Sykes, Mary Sykes and Florence Guy. Resting at Eagleson Funeral Home. Funeral service from there on Friday, February 3, at 2:00 pm with Rev. C. Somerville officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, Hamilton.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

R. HOWARD GREENFIELD
Greenfield-At Red Cross Hosp. on Fri. May 19, 1978 R. Howard Greenfield in his 66th yr. Beloved husband of Averil Montgomery, dear father of David Barkley, brother of Mrs. Viva McAnsh of Mindemoya & Mrs. Alberta Cumming of Gore Bay. Brother in law to Mr. Clem Cole of Detroit, Mrs. Florence Greenfield of Cornwell, Mr. Doxon Montgomery of Warren, Olive (Mrs. Alex Headrick) of Lanark. Resting at Missionary Church Mindemoya. Funeral service from there on Monday, May 22, 1978 at 2:00 p.m,. with Rev. Ted Montgomery officiating. Interment in Mindemoya Cemetery.
The Manitoulin Expositor, May 24, 1978
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

WILLIAM AND MARY ANN GREENFIELD

Two perish in sinking of the Asia
There are many sad stories about tragedies on the water in the early days of the Manitoulin. The sinking of ships was not an everyday or every month occurrance but it was not uncommon either.
One of the worst was when the Asia sank while on its way to the Manitoulin, with great loss of life.
On this fateful trip a young couple who had just recently been married, were returning from their honeymoon and they were two who lost their lives in the sinking of the Asia. William Greenfield and his wife Mary were returning to the Manitoulin aboard the Steamship Asia on September 14, 1882. This is a picture of them on their wedding day, proud and happy, little knowing that their new beginning was to all end in a matter of a few days.
The poem was written by William Greenfield's mother, Sarah (Curry) Greenfield to commemorate the loss of her dear son William and his new wife.

Lines
On the Death of William Greenfield, and wife, who were lost off the Steamer Asia, which foundered on the Georgian Bay, Sept.14th,1882.

We miss the darling William, and Wife,
From their familiar places,
We do not hear their footsteps near,
Nor see their cheerful faces.

We miss them at the table,
We feel their absence there
And of ! what sorrow pierce our hearts
To see their vacant chairs.

We miss them in the garden,
Where they did of't retreat,
To breathe the fragrance of the flowers
And rest their weary feet.

We miss their kind words spoken,
Their merry laughs and smiles;
We miss the fond looks of their eyes
We miss them all the while.

Our home is sad without them,
How desolate each heart
Ah, could we hear their voice again
What joy it would impart.

We miss them, oh! we miss them,
Which ever way we go
The stroke of death has snatched them hence
Has filled our hearts with woe.

Farewell dear William and Mary Ann.
Our souls were knit to thine
The memory of their kindness still
Around our hearts entwine.

Again we hope to meet them
When life's short journey's o'er
O yes, we hope to meet them,
On heaven's eternal shore.

RESPONSE
O mother dear hush every sigh,
Wipe all thy tears away,
For we have reached that world on high,
Where reigns eternal day.

Weve safely passed the bollow' roar
Upon life's stormy sea,
And here upon the shining shore
We're waiting now for thee.

BY HIS MOTHER
Kagawong, Manitoulin Island
Through the Years, January 1986, page 10-11

ARDEN EDWARD GREENMAN

Greenman - At the Red Cross Hospital, Mindemoya, on Thursday, June 5, 1980, Arden Edward Greenman of Barrie Island, in his 67th year. Youngest son of the late Robert and Marcella (Ainslie) Greenman, dear brother of Tom and Wes of Barrie Island and Ivan of Toronto. Funeral services were held from the funeral parlours in Gore Bay on Saturday with Rev. Wm. Patterson and Rev. David Bould officiating. Interment in Gordon cemetery.
Manitoulin Expositor, June 18, 1980

BENJAMIN GREENMAN

Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 18, from Barrie Island United Church for Benjamin Curtis Greenman of Gore Bay. Mr. Greenman died at Gore Bay, Saturday, June 14, following a brief illness. He was in his 78th year.
Mr. Greenman was born at Barrie Island, October 9, 1880, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Greenman.
On December 4, 1907 he married Margaret Witty also of Barrie Island and the couple settled on a farm there. Here they lived until they retired and moved to Gore Bay last December.
Besides his wife he is survived by a son Gordon, Elliot Lake, four daughters, Irene (Mrs. George Young), Dryden, Nelda (Mrs. Roy Ellis) Sault Ste. Marie; Marjorie (Mrs. Howard Delgarno), Helena (Mrs. Matt Sloss), Gore Bay; three sisters; Mrs. Charles Connors, Cessford, Alberta, Mrs. Joe Merrylees, Barrie Island, and Mrs. Harold Letts, Toronto; 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Rev. R. McEachern officiated at the funeral service. Mrs. Arthur Lane was organist.
Pallbearers were Tom Greenman, Joe Merrylees, Arthur Lane, Moris Greenman, Grant Witty and Archie McLean.
Interment took place at Gordon Cemetery.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

CHRISTOPHER ANDREW GREENMAN

In Loving Memory of Christopher Andrew Greenman, July 23, 1971 - April 23, 2008. Chris Greenman, a resident of Barrie Island and Meaford, passed away at Espanola at the age of 36 years. He was born at Mindemoya, son of Lance and Lillian (McColeman) Greenman. Chris had been working in construction in Meaford for the past 5 months. Chris' world revolved around his son Jaden and music. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Loved son of Lance and Lillian of Barrie Island, loving and loved father of Jaden, dear brother of Natalie and her husband Roger Hayden of Lively, Terry and his wife Carolyn of Gore Bay and Patrick and his wife Sheri of Meaford. Also will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces-and nephews. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home on Saturday, April 26, 2008. A private family service was conducted later. In remembrance, donations to an Education Trust Fund for Jaden would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
The Manitoulin West Recorder May 2, 2008

DELIA GREENMAN
Passing of Mrs. T.B. Greenman A death that has cast the community and surrounding country into deep gloom occurred on Barrie Island on Tuesday morning, Jun 10th, when Mrs. T.B. Greenman passed away.
Mrs. Greenman had been ill only a few days. On Friday afternoon she walked to the church to a W.I. meeting, but shortly after returning home she complained of dizziness and fell. Mr. Greenman called for help and it was found she had taken a stroke but could talk to them. About four hours later, she took a second stroke which left her completely helpless and unconscious. Everything that could be done done (sic) for her was done but she never rallied and passed away at 2:30 Tuesday morning.
Much sympathy is felt for the husband and family. As Mrs. Greenman was a devoted wife and loving mother. She was of a kindly disposition which won for her the deepest respect of all friends and neighbors. She was always ready to help anyone in need, and to give assistance in anything for the betterment of the community. Her passing away has left a gap which will be hard to fill.
Mrs. Greenman, who's maiden name was Delia Ann Morris, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Morris of Battea, On, was in her 71st year. She was married to Mr. Geenman (sic) fifty-one years ago at Stayner, Ont., and 1880 they moved to the Manitoulin, settling on Barrie Island where they passed through pioneer days together. A few years ago they sold their farm and built for themselves a comfortable little home, on the farm, where they intended spending the eventide of their lives together and it was with a great shock to many of their friends that the tidings of Mrs. Greenman's illness and death were received. Mrs. Greenman leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, five daughters and five sons, namely, Robert, Ben, Earnest, Mrs. Chas. Lane and Mrs. Jos. Merrylees of Barrie Island: Mrs. Chas. Connors of Stevenville, Alta.; Mrs. Neil Montgomery of Golden Prairie, Sask.; Bert of Alliston; Mrs Harold Letts and Elmer of Islington, Ont.; also thirty-give grandchildren and one great grandchild. The funeral was from their residence on Wednesday afternoon, service being conducted by Rev. J.M. Walker.
Six of the grandsons were pallbearers, Arthur, Harold and Albert Lane and Tom, Wesley and Gordon Greenman. After the service at the house the remains were laid to rest in Gordon cemetery. A very large number of people turned out to pay respect to the departed.
The sympathy of the many friends of the deceased goes out to the stricken husband and family in their hour of trial.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, June 26, 1924
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

Died (Date handwritten 1970)
GREENMAN-At the St. Joseph's Hospital, Little Current, on Friday, May 22, 1970, Enid Greenman beloved wife of Lorne Greenman of Gore Bay, aged 52 years. Rested at the Turner Funeral Home, Gore Bay, with funeral service at the United Church, Gore Bay, on Monday, May 25 at 2 p.m. Interment was in Gordon Cemetery.
Dorothy Hopkins Addison Scrapbook (green ledger),
transcribed by Marilyn Irish

Obituary
Ernest Greenman
A well-known resident of Barrie Island passed away at the Manitoulin Red Cross Hospital, Mindemoya, on December 16th, 1937, after a serious operation.
Mr. Greenman had not been well for some time, but did not pay any attention, before he took seriously ill on December 11. He was rushed to the Hospital and operated upon and seemed to rally after it, but after a few days sank quickly.
He was born October 2nd, 1885 and has always been a resident of Barrie Island.
E. Greenman is survived by his wife, Mrs. Katherine Greenman, four brothers and five sisters.
The funeral took place from his home to Barrie Island Church on Friday, Dec. 17th. Rev. Capson of Barrie Island officiating.
Uncited Obituary - Source: Dorothy Hopkins Addison
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

GERTRUDE (DONALDSON) GREENMAN

In memory of Gertrude (Donaldson) Greenman, a resident of Barrie Island, passed away at Mindemoya Hospital on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 in her 88th year. Daughter of the late Peter and Ethel Donaldson. Beloved wife of the late Wesley Greenman. Loving mother of Donald and wife Betty of River Drive Park; Lance and wife Lillian of Barrie Island; Sharon Noble of Barrie Island; Gary of Ottawa; Bonnie Urata of Brampton. Predeceased by daughter Joyce Cunning (Dave) Gore Bay. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Survived by three sisters Annie Baker of Gore Bay, Jessie Summers of Georgetown and Mary Cowan of Indiana. Predeceased by two brothers and three sisters. Friends were received at the Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay on Thursday, July 27th. A celebration of Gertrude's life was held in the Wm. Turner Chapel on Friday, July 28th with Pastor Maxine McVey officiating. Interment followed in Gordon Cemetery. In remembrance donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Culgin Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 2, 2006

Died (Date handwritten 1963)
GREENMAN-At the Memorial Hospital, Sudbury, on Thursday, August 22nd, 1963, Mrs. Marcella Greenman, beloved mother of Tom, Wesley, and Arden, of Barrie Island and Ivan of Toronto, and sister of Edward Ainslie, of Gore Bay, in her 79th year. The funeral was held from the United Church, Barrie Island on Sunday, August 25th, with interment in Gordon cemetery.
Dorothy Hopkins Addison Scrapbook (green ledger),
transcribed by Marilyn Irish

RUBY MAE GREENMAN

In loving memory of Ruby Mae Greenman, April 18, 1912 - December 13, 2004. Ruby Greenman, a resident of the Wikwemikong Nursing Home and formerly of Barrie Island, died at the Nursing Home on Monday, December 13, 2004 at the age of 92 years. She was born in Gordon Township, daughter of the late Wesley and Emily (Lowrey) Strain. Ruby had been a resident of Barrie Island since her marriage to Thomas James Greenman in 1935, until moving to the Nursing Home about 5 years ago. In her earlier years, she had been a member of the Women's Institute. Ruby had a variety of interests which included knitting, quilting and watching her soap operas. Ruby will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed cooking for her family and guests, and deeply loved her home and family. Ruby was predeceased by her husband Thomas in 1982. Loving mother of Robert, Doug and Rod all of Barrie Island. Predeceased by son Ernie. Proud grandmother of John, Janis, JoeAnn, Jeanna and Julie and 14 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers Wes and Fred and sisters Freda, Viola, Audrey and Ethel. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home after 7 pm on Wednesday. The funeral service was conducted in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Thursday, December 16, 2004 at 11 am with Pastor Maxine McVey officiating. Spring interment in Gordon Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Wikwemikong Nursing Home or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements in care of Culgin Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 22, 2004

Obituary - 1931 –
Thomas Baker Greenman
One of Barrie Island's oldest and most highly respected citizens, in the person of Thomas Baker Greenman, passed away on Sunday, January 11. Mr. Greenman had been in his usual good health up until the time of his death which occurred at the home of his son, Robert. Well known throughout Western Manitoulin, Mr. Greenman had a large circle of friends and he will be greatly missed as he was of a kind and genial disposition, always ready to do his share in all works for the betterment of the community in which he lived.
Thomas Baker Greenman was born near Chipenham, Wiltshire, England, in the year 1843. His father died while he was quite young; also his two little sisters. Shortly thereafter, when Mr. Greenman was about 7 years of age, his widowed mother with her four sons, sailed for Canada and located at Sterling, Ontario. Later they moved to Nottawa, near Collingwood, where the mother married Henry Adamson, merchant of that place. About the year 1869 Wm. Adamson sold out his business and bought a farm four miles from Collingwood. Here with the four children of the second family they lived for some years, when Mr. Adamson moved to Stayner. Mr. Greenman however continued on the farm until 1879 when with his wife (Delia Ann Morris) and their little family then moved to Barrie Island where other children were born to them.
Mr. Greenman leaves behind forty grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
One of his sons (Bert) lives near Alliston, Ontario, one daughter, Mrs. Harold Letts, near Beeton, Ontario, and one daughter, Mrs. Neil Montgomery, near Golden Prairie, Saskatchewan, while another daughter Mrs. Chas. Connors lives near Stevesville, Alberta. The other children Robert, Ben, Elmer, Mrs. Chas. Lane and Mrs. Jos. Merrylees have all settled on Barrie Island near the old homestead.
One striking feature of the Union of the Greenman and Adamson families was the strong affection Mr. Adamson had for the Greenman boys, and they for him. The same thing is true between the boys of each family and this strong affection has continued throughout the years.
The funeral of the late Mr. Greenman was held from the United Church, Barrie Island, on Tuesday, January 13th, the service being conducted by Rev. J.J. Matthias. Interment was made in Gordon Cemetery.
Through the Years, Vol. VI, No. V, March 1989, page 28
Uncited obit probably from The Recorder
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

CAPTAIN JOHN GREENWAY

In memory of Capt. John Greenway who passed away on July 19, 2000 at the Mindemoya Health Centre in his 87th year.
A resident of South Baymouth, Manitoulin Island. Capt. Greenway was born in Collingwood, Ontario in 1913. His long marine career as a sailor and Master included the Dominion and Owen Sound Transportation Co., Driftwood Lands and Timber Co., Hindman Transportation Co., and Underwater Gas Developers Ltd.
Through his voyages to the many ports on Manitoulin Island, John met and married his wife Lillian Gelston, and with his family lived in South Baymouth for many years. He returned to the Island in 1978, for retirement after a 49-year career as a Merchant Mariner including 37 years as Captain.
His greatest love was his family and devotion to their well being.
Beloved husband of the late Lillian Clara (Gelston) who predeceased him in 1982. Loved father of Loretta Mucha and Dominic of Windsor, Eleanor Lentir and husband Mike of Providence Bay, and Capt. John (Jack) Greenway and wife Anita of St. Catharines, and son-in-law Jack Mucha of Harrow. Dear grandfather of Jim and wife Wendy Mucha, Patty (Mucha) and husband Stephen Schliederer, Kurt, Ben and Luke Lentir, and John and Laura Greenway. Great grandfather to Sydney Mucha, and Sarah and Andrew Schliederer. Brother-in-law to Molly and Ivan Sisson and Bernice Gelston. Predeceased by sisters Marguerite Clarkson and Frances Thomson.
Sadly missed by his many relatives and friends in South Baymouth, Manitoulin Island, Blenheim, and Owen Sound/Collingwood/Meaford area.
Interment at Hilly Grove Cemetery, Manitoulin Island. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Manitoulin (Mindemoya) Health Centre or Tehkummah First Response Unit.
Manitoulin Expositor, July 26, 2000

ANDREW TOLMIE CRAIG GRIFFITH

Died suddenly at his residence in Bracebridge, Muskoka, Ontario on Thursday, November 20th, 2008, at the age of 73. Much-loved husband of the late Josephine "Jo" Griffith (nee Smith). Loving father of James Griffith (Janet), John Griffith and Jennifer Hird, all of Toronto. Proud grandfather of Ryan, Ivy, Jack, Gillian and Lindsay. Will be sadly missed by his brother The Reverend Larry Griffith of Bracebridge and by his extended family, Christopher Sexton (Wendy) and Jennifer Sexton and the late Timothy Sexton. Friends will be received at the Reynolds Funeral Home "Turner Chapel", 1 Mary Street, Bracebridge, ON, (877-806-2257) for visitation on Monday, December 8th, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 4 Mary Street, Bracebridge, on Tuesday, December 9th, 2008 at 1 p.m. As your expression of sympathy, memorial gifts to the Muskoka Community Foundation, Box 326, Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1P7. (This is a charity for which Andy was a Founding Director and Treasurer.) Messages of condolence may be left at www.reynoldsfuneral.com
Manitoulin Expositor, December 3, 2008

Funeral of Mrs. Griffith
The funeral service of Mrs. J.W. Griffith, whose death in Rochester, Minn., on Monday, Sept. 19, was noted in the issue of the 16th, was held from the United Church, Gore Bay, last Friday, Sept. 17.
Mrs. Griffith was born in Staynor, Ont., July 25th, 1874 and was at the time of her death. 40 years, 1 month, 18 days old. Left to mourn her loss are the husband and two children Max and Jean, her father, three sisters and two brothers, indeed the whole community.
The funeral was one of the largest ever held in the District of Manitoulin, where Mrs. Griffith was so well known, highly respected and greatly beloved. Her’s was a quiet, modest, pious and godly life, the influence of which will be long felt and always remembered.
The almost tidal wave of sincere Christian sympathy which came forth to comfort and console the Omnet and Griffith families in their hour of sorrow is but another proof of the high esteem in which they were held by all who knew them.
If kind words or loving deeds could always mend broken hearts this world would be after all a happy place to live in, but if that cannot be, the promise remains sure and steadfast, “I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.”
Mrs. Griffith was a mother in Israel, a member of the Presbyterian Church for twelve years before the united church, of which she was a charter member, came into existence.
A beautiful feature of the funeral procession was the escort of honour formed by the pupils of the Gore Bay Public and Continuation Schools, in which over 150 children took part as a token of respect and sympathy for Max and Jean.
Gore Bay Lodge, A.F. & A.M., No. 472 of which Mr. Griffith is Master, had the grave beautifully prepared to receive its precious contents. The transformation was a work of art and showed great ingenuity on the part of the committee who had it in charge. The church was also beautifully decorated. Unfortunately however only about half of those who attended the funerel (sic) were able to gain admission. The pall bearers were Messrs. Mathew, Robert and George Griffith, Wm. and Peter Omnet, and Wm. Hilliard.
The united sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved family. In closing Rev. Mr. Morrison spoke these beautiful comforting words:
When our eyes behold the City and its many mansions bright,
And the river calm and restful flowing free,
When the friends that death have parted all in bliss unite again
What gathering and an Easter that will be.
Soft and save to thee Dear Mother be thy earthly bed, fragrant be the flowers that there shall bloom. May the year’s earliest buds unfold their wondrous beauties on thy resting place, and may each aspiring time renew their loveliness and there too may the sweetness of the summer’s last rose linger longest. With a strong and steadfast faith in our Heavenly Father we know that we shall meet again in Realms beyond. Until then, dear sister, farewell, sleep on and take they rest. We loved thee well, but Jesus loved thee best. Good night, good night.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, September 23, 1920
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

Death of Donald Griffith
Mr. Donald Griffith, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Griffith, of Gore Bay, died at his home on Barrie Island on Monday afternoon, February 25th.
While a boy Mr. Griffith lived in Mills and Gore Bay. Since his marriage to Miss Edith Flanagan, daughter of Mrs. James Flanagan of Gore Bay twenty years ago, they have lived on Barrie Island.
The deceased was fifty years of age and has been ailing in health for the last few years, but has never been confined to his bed so that his death at this time was a surprised to his family. Besides his mother father and brother in Gore Bay, Mr. Griffith leaves to mourn his death three brothers, Matt in the Soo, Robert in Providence Bay, and Thomas in British Columbia; and a sister, Mrs. Wm. Hilliard in Kagawong; and a wife and four children on Barrie Island. The relatives have the sympathy of all the community.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, February 28, 1918
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

A Loss to Barrie Island
Barrie Island lost a highly esteemed citizen in the death of Donald Dickie Griffith who passed away at his home on the afternoon of February 25th. He had been suffering for some time and was not expected to recover, but the end came more suddenly than even his nearest friends anticipated, and a feeling of profound sorrow pervades the entire community.
Mr. Griffith was the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Griffith of Gore Bay, who still survive him. He settled on Barrie Island in 1893. In 1898 he was married to Mary Edith Flanagan of Gore Bay, who has been a worthy helpmate to him in the days when he enjoyed his health, and who tended him during his lingering illness with an unwearied devotion.
Four children were born to them: Jessie, Gordon, Kenneth and Donalda, all of whom survive to mourn their loss.
Mr. Griffith has always been looked upon as one of our most energetic and successful farmers. In the wide circle of friends he was recognized a man whose work might always be relied upon. He was a man of genuine public spirit, always being ready to lend a helping hand to any enterprise that had for its object the welfare of the community.
The funeral took place on February 29th. The service was conducted by Rev. R. Wiseman and was attended by a large gathering. He is survived by five brothers: George of Mills, Thomas of Prince George, B.C., Will of Gore Bay, Matthew of Sault Ste. Marie, Robert of Providence Bay, and one sister, Mrs. Hilliard of Kagawong. The sympathy of their friends goes out to all the bereaved ones in their hour of sorrow and loss.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, March 7, 1918
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

JOSEPHINE "JO" MAUDE GRIFFITH

In Loving Memory of Jo Griffith, a resident of Bracebridge, died at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, Bracebridge, on Thursday October 6, 2005 at the age of 68 years. She was born in Gore Bay, daughter of the late Bill and Reta Smith. Jo was an extraordinary lady, who will be remembered as a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She possessed many qualities that are admired by all who knew her, honesty, loyalty, sensitivity, generosity, kindness, curiosity, creativity and courage. She had a variety of interests and careers which included teaching, real estate agent, chef, interior decorator, fashion consultant, landscape architect, researcher, writer, organizer, history buff, entrepreneur, B & B proprietor and role model. She particularly enjoyed music as a musician and vocalist, singing and directing choirs, and as a member of the Cellar Singers. The people of Gore Bay were often fortunate to hear Jo sing on her visits home, often at the United Church. She also enjoyed reading and writing, deriving great pleasure in her thirst for knowledge and in turn writing. It is impossible to even touch on Jo's accomplishments and life, but each and every person who knew her have fond and lasting memories of a very special and remarkable person.
Dearly beloved and loving wife of Andy Griffith of Bracebridge, Loving and loved mother of Christopher Sexton (Wendy Daniels) of Toronto, Jennifer Sexton (Andrew Bevan) of Ottawa and the late Timothy Sexton and extended family James and John Griffith and Jennifer Ilird (Kirk) of Toronto. Proud grandmother of Jack, Gillian, Lindsay and Ryan. Dear sister of Doug and Phyllis Smith of Gore Bay. Fondly remembered by nephews Gordon and his wife Beth and children Mariah, Samantha and Deanna and Jeff and his wife Jillian and daughter Emma.
A Memorial service was conducted at St. Thomas Anglican Church, Bracebridge on October 13, 2005. A memorial service will be conducted at Lyons Memorial United Church on Saturday, October 29, 2005 at 11.00 a.m. with Pastor Maxine McVey and Rev. Canon Bain Peever officiating. Interment of ashes in Gordon Cemetery. In remembrance, donations to Lyon's Memorial United Church or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, October 26, 2005

A Sad Accident Results in Death of Infant
A sad accident occurred yesterday afternoon about 5:30 o’clock which resulted in the death of Mr. Robt. Gaiffith’s (sic) baby. Mrs Gilbert the grandmother of the child was wheeling the carriage along Proctors Hill when a runaway team with a heavy wagon dashed by. The wagon struck the carriage and three the infant some distance away. As a result the child died at 11 o’clock last night and will be buried this afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Griffith have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, May 11, 1911
(I believe the correct name is Griffith)
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

Pioneer Passes Away
Mr. Griffith Dies After Long Illness
After a long and painful illness extending over eighteen months Mr. Thomas Griffith passed away at this later residence in Gore Bay on Friday, September 23, in his seventy-eight year.
Mr. Griffith was born near Toronto in 1843 and when a small boy he moved with his parents to Grey County where he lived until 1876 when he settled on the Island at Gore Bay. These were the days of the pathfinder who had to blaze a trial through the forests to find a suitable place to build a home.
After a few years he moved to Silver Water where he remained for about nine years. Hoping to better himself he moved again, this time settling in Mills township, where he made many friends, being very highly esteemed by all his neighbours. In 1905 he received the appointment of Bailiff and he moved again to town where he lived at the time of his death.
In….Griffith was a Prebyterian and a member of that….the United Church……(not legible)
There are left to mourn his loss, his wife, five sons, George of Mills, Thos. Of Prince George, B.C., William of town, Mathew of the Soo, Robert of Providence Bay; one daughter, Mrs. Hilliard of Kagawong: four sisters. Mrs. Alderdice of Muskoka, Mrs. Hall of Gore Bay, Mrs. Dinsmor of Thornbury; and three brothers, John of Thornbury, William of Kearney, and George in the west.
The funeral service was held in the United Church on Sunday afternoon. Rev. A.R. Gibson conducted the service at the church and at Gordon cemetery where burial took place.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, September 29, 1921
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

GRIFFITH – In loving memory of Thomas KENNETH in his 83rd year died at St. Catharines on Wednesday, August 6, 1986. Beloved husband of Harriet (Robinson). Friends were received at the Turner Funeral Home Friday evening. Service was held from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church Kagawong Saturday morning. Interment in Kagawong Cemetery. Rev. Len Shaw officiated.
Uncited obit
1986
Dorothy Hopkins Addison Scrapbook

KITTY (NEE EWERT) GRIGULL

In memory of Kitty (nee Ewert) Grigull who passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2006 in her 77th year at her home in Cayuga, Ontario, following a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife and best friend to Wolfgang. Loving mother of Rupert and his companion Liz of Cayuga, Wayne and his wife Janet of U.K. and Oliver and his wife Karen of Newmarket. Cherished Oma to Anna, James, Brandon, Bennett, Johnny, Alexandria and Spencer. Born in Hannover, Germany, Kitty emigrated to Canada in 1952 and subsequently met and married Wolfgang in the same year. An interesting and varied life followed, which included numerous careers such as car dealer and realtor.
Matriculated at the University of Waterloo with a B.A. in 2001 at the young age of 74. Sincere thanks and gratitude to all the health care workers at the Jurvanski Cancer Centre, Saint Elizabeth, the Community Care Access Centre and Careplus. The service took place in the Miller Funeral Chapel, Cayuga, Ontario on Tuesday, March 4, 2006 at 3 p.m., with visitation two hours prior to service from 1 - 3 pm. A spring interment will take place in the Mills and Burpee Cemetery on Manitoulin Island, Ontario.
Manitoulin Expositor, March 15, 2006

Mrs. Ann Grimes
Mrs. Ann Grimes, widow of the late Samuel Grimes, at the advanced age of 99 years and two months. Deceased was born in England, but before coming to Leduc about fifteen years ago, resided for a number of years at Grimesthorpe, Ont., on the Manitoulin Island. The funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon from the residence of Mr. Mortimer to Leduc cemetery, Rev. A.L. Sibbald conducting the services.
-Leduc Representative
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, July 14, 1921
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

PHILOMINA THERESA (OMA) GRUCHALLA
June 16, 1929 - September 13, 2009

In loving memory of Mina Gruchalla, a long time resident of Mindemoya, who died at McMaster University Hospital in Hamilton on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at the age of 80 years. She was born in Altusried, Germany, and came to Canada with her husband and children in 1966. Mina was predeceased by her beloved husband Martin on July 1, 1993. Mina and Martin owned and operated the Island Hub Restaurant in Mindemoya for many years. She enjoyed baking, knitting, gardening, and all kinds of flowers. She loved her family and pets. Oma will be sadly missed, but many happy memories will be cherished by her family and friends.
Loving and beloved mother of Anita and husband John Bates of Freelton, Herbert of Mississauga, and Helga and her husband Gord McAllister of Mindemoya. Proud grandmother of Janet, Sandra, Steven (Kristen), Chris, Lisa, Josie, and Dani (Amit), and great-grandchildren Daniel and Brianna. Dear sister of Joseph (Maya) Kreutzer, sister-in-law Gertrude (Tony) Sacher, and many nieces and nephews, all of Germany. Also, sister-in-law Margaret (Luigi) Maciariello of Stoney Creek, Ontario. A graveside service was conducted at the Mindemoya Cemetery on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 3 pm with Fr. Jim Kelly officiating. If so desired, donations to the Mindemoya Hospital Auxiliary would be appreciated. Culgin Funeral Home, 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 23, 2009

ELSIE CAROLINE GUILBEAULT (nee NEWMAN)

In loving memory of Elsie Caroline Guilbeault, 88 years of age, who passed away Sunday morning March 26, 2000 at her residence.
Beloved wife of Gerald Guilbeault, predeceased 1975. Loving mother of Sandra (husband Joseph Ortmann) of Pembroke and John, predeceased 1995, (wife Margaret) of Sudbury. Cherished grandmother of Monty (wife Lise) and Randy (fiancee Karen); great grandchildren Jaimie, Natalie and Courtney. Dear sister of Ann Sloss of Little Current, Charles Newman (wife Virginia) of Ohio and the late Stanley and William Newman, both predeceased. Rested at Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home, Sudbury. Funeral service was held at the R. J. Barnard Chapel on Tuesday, March 28, 2000. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium.
Donations to St. Andrew's United Church Memorial Fund or charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Manitoulin Expositor March 29, 2000

Manitowaning
We are sorry to record the death of the elder of the little twin boys that came to the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. Guthrie lately. The funeral took place on Thursday afternoon. We extend to Mr. and Mrs. Guthrie our sincere sympathy and trust that health and long life will be the lot of the little comrade who is left to gladden their hearts.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, April 1, 1909
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

GEORGE GUY

In loving memory of George Guy of Espanola who passed away at the Espanola General Hospital on June 7, 2009 at the age of 84. Loving husband of Alice (nee Shiels). Beloved father of Marion (Mrs Dennis Labelle), Debbie (Mrs Mark Sakaluk), Karen (Mrs Victor Piche), Geordie (wife Karen) all of Espanola. Cherished grandfather of 8 grandchildren and 9 greatgrandchildren. Dear brother of Doris (Mrs Bert Strajna) of Boulder, Colorado, and the late Ernest Guy. Brother to Bill Guy and Douglas Guy both of Elliot Lake, Marvin Guy (friend Noreen) of Ice Lake, Rosalind (Mrs Austin Palmer) of Toronto, Daisy (Mrs Chuck Goodvin) of Burlington, and the late Joan Poirier. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 10 am in the Bourcier Funeral Home with Cory Vermeer-Cuthbert officiating. Interment of ashes in the Espanola Cemetery. If so desired, donation may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Manitoulin Expositor, June 10, 2009

MARY ISABELLE GUY (PALMER)

GUY (Palmer), Mary Isabelle passed away at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Little Current on June 24 at the age of 55 years. She was born in Ice Lake, daughter of Frank and Edna Palmer. Mary was stricken with illness at a young age and for the past nine years had been a resident of the Manitoulin Health Centre. Beloved wife of Marvin of Ice Lake, and dear mother of Keith and daughter-in-law Wendy of Port Elgin; Randy and daughter-in-law Gayle of North Bay; and Greg and his friend Lisa of Ottawa. Loving grandmother of nine grandchildren Nehemiah, Gabriel, Naomi, Abigail, Seth, Kassandra, Krystal, Kayla and Katie Rose. Loving daughter of Frank and Edna Palmer and dear sister of Donna and brother-in-law Ron Anderson of Sault Ste. Marie; Bob and sister-in-law Margaret Palmer of Sudbury; Austin and sister-in-law Rosalind of Toronto; and Harold and sister-in-law Molly of Scarborough. Visitors were received at the Turner Funeral Home on Tuesday. The funeral service was conducted at the funeral home on Wednesday at 11 am with Pastor Bill Zylstra officiating. In remembrance donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Obituary – uncited
Transcribed by Roberta Clark

ROSALIND HILDA GUY

Guy, Rosalind Hilda-a resident of the Manitoulin Lodge, passed away at the Mindemoya Hospital on Monday, December 2, 1996 at the age of 89 years. She was born in Cornwall, England, and in 1927 came to Canada, to Ice Lake, where she had lived all her life, until moving to the lodge seven years ago. While living at Ice Lake, Rose helped work on the family farm, raised her family, and enjoyed gardening and quilting. She was also a member of the Ice Lake Church of Christ. Beloved wife of the late George Guy who predeceased in 1973. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Doris and Bert Strain of Colorado; Ern and Fran Guy of Sudbury; George and Alice Guy of Espanola; Rosalind and Austin Palmer of Thornhill; Bill of Toronto; Doug of Keswick; Marvin Guy and friend Norine of Ice Lake; Daisy and Chuck Goodwin of Toronto; and Pat Poirier of Oakville. Predeceased by daughter Joan Poirier and daughter-in-law Mary Guy. Dearly loved grandmother of 23 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and two great great grand-children. A number of brothers and sisters have predeceased in England. Funeral services were held in the Wm. G. Turner Chapel on Thursday, December 5, 1996 with Geraldine Bould officiating. Interment at the Gordon Cemetery. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements by the Culgin Funeral Home.
Dorothy Hopkins Addison Scrapbook (green ledger),
transcribed by Marilyn Irish

Died
Guy:- Mrs. W. P. Guy, of Providence Bay, died in Jersey City Hospital on April 4th, aged 65 years 6 months and 19 days.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, April 17, 1913
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

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