Obituaries

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RAY VEAUDRY

The burial service for Ray Veaudry is to be held in Burpee Mills Cemetery, June 19 at 12 noon. Lunch to follow.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 19, 2004

RAY VEAUDRY

Burial service for Ray Veaudry to be held in Burpee Mills Cemetery Saturday, June 19 at 12 noon. Lunch to follow.
Manitoulin Expositor, June 9, 2004

ELSIE ELNORA VELDHUYZEN

In loving memory of Elsie Elnora Veldhuyzen December 11, 1943 to September 12, 2002.
Elsie Veldhuyzen, a resident of R.R.#1 Evansville, passed away at the Mindemoya Hospital on Thursday, September 12, 2002 at the age of 58 years after a lengthy illness. She was born in Deckerville, Michigan, daughter of the late Irvin and Nettie (Allen) Swoffer. Elsie moved with her parents to Port Huron at an early age, and attended grade school and Junior College in Port Huron, then to Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, where she earned her teaching degree. She then returned to Filmore School in Port Huron to teach in the school she was educated at. In 1971, she married Ben and together they moved to Wyoming, Ont., then in 1984 came to Manitoulin. She and Ben farmed in Mills, as well she was the tax collector for Mills Township, and after the amalgamation with Burpee, became assistant to the clerk for Burpee Mills. Elsie had many interests, including crocheting and needlework, and was very involved with the 4H Club for 12 years, leading the group and was president of the association for many years. A loving and loved wife, mother, and friend, she will be sadly missed, but many memories will be cherished.
Dearly loved and loving wife of Benjamin Veldhuyzen; and loving and loved mother of Fred and his wife Andrea of Havelock, Allen and his companion Laura of Burlington and Janet, and her friend Roger. Dear sister of Raymond and his wife Lynn of Port Huron. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Predeceased by infant brother, Ivan.
A Memorial Service will be conducted at the Burpee Mills Complex, on Saturday, September 21 at 3:00 p.m. If so desired, donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated, and may be arranged through the Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay, 705-282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, September 18, 2002

ENGELINA JOHANNA (TRYSSENAAR) VELDHUYZEN

On Tuesday, November 4, 2003 at the Coleman Care Centre, Barrie, in her 93rd year.
Beloved wife of the late Benjamin, formerly of Corunna and Stayner. Loving mother of Hendrika Van Kooten (Jerry) of Minesing, Benjamin (the late Elsie) of Evansville, Trudy Marshall (Bruce) of Bethany and Hendrik (Carol Gover) of Pt. Claire. Dear sister of Laurens (Christina) of Listowel, Johanna Bos (John) of Elmira and the late Theodorus Jacobus, Hendrika Van Delft and Pieter. Grandmother of Michele and Jerry Van Kooten, Frederick, Allen, and Janet Veldhuyzen, Krystina and Scott Firth. Great-grandmother of Angelina Nicole and Michael Van Kooten.
A Service to celebrate Engelina's life will be held on Saturday, November 29 at 1 p.m. in the Anten Mills Community Centre, 3985 Horseshoe Valley Road, Anten Mills. Arrangements and cremation entrusted to Peaceful Transition, Barrie.
Manitoulin Expositor, November 26, 2003

VENMAN Jeanie (Hill)

JEANIE VENMAN a resident of the Manitoulin Lodge passed away at her residence on Tuesday, March 29, in her ninety-third year.
She was born in Glasgow, Scotland, daughter of the late Tom Hill and the former Ellen Richards, and had lived on Manitoulin Island since 1979 when she came from Toronto where she had lived most of her life.
Jeanie was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Willowdale. Her husband, Frederick F. Venman predeceased in 1964. Loving mother of Ellen (Mrs. William Little) of Barrie Island , Jean Ewing of Toronto, Frances (Mrs. William Seymour) of Downsview, Betty (Mrs. Stan Dean) of Chatsworth, and Mrs. Mable Overy of Toronto, Martin and daughter-in-law, Mary, of Toronto, Tom of Toronto and Fred of Florida. Loving grandmother of 21 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and three great-greatgrandchildren, and one sister, Charlotte Harrison of Toronto. Predeceased by granddaughters Dianne and Linda, one brother and five sisters.
Visitors were received at the Turner Funeral Home on Friday where the funeral service was conducted on Saturday, April 2 with Rev. Iain Macdonald officiating. Interment in Gordons Cemetery. In remembrance donations to the Manitoulin Association for the Mentally Retarded would be appreciated.
April, 1988
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

EDWINA BETTY VERGE

In loving memory of Edwina Betty Verge (nee Petersen), 54 years, who passed away Saturday evening at the Sudbury Laurentian Hospital. Born in Kirkland Lake, came to Sudbury an infant. Married George Verge in Sudbury in 1964. She was a clerical worker at Ont. Library Services North for the past 18 years. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Holy Redeemer Church. Betty joined the Ladies Auxiliary at Royal Canadian Legion Br. #76 Sudbury having served on various executive positions including president, 1st & 2nd vice-pres., honours & awards committee for several years as chairperson, secretary & membership; she was deputy zone commander for ZoneH-3 Ladies Auxiliary having worked very hard on the recent Provincial convention having assisted in organizing the ladies program. She helped organize Local 207 within the Ontario Librarian Services North serving as sectional vice preside nt. Betty was very devoted to her family, friends and community. She will always be remembered as a loving person, generous friend and committed leader. Her personal interests included her grandchildrens activities, needlepoint, reading & gardening. Historically Betty always helped her daughters in girl guides, recreational activities & being an outstanding mentor as a mother. Beloved wife of George Verge of Sudbury. Loving mother of Sherri Anne (husband Jamie Poffley) of Sudbury and Bonnie Jean at home (fiance Tom Howard). Dear grandmother of Sarah, Jamie Anne and Ryan. Dear daughter of Clara and Ed Petersen predeceased. Dear sister of Shirley (husband Gary Schaefer) of Waterdown. Dear aunt of Jim and Wanda. Loving daughter-in-law of Harry and Nina Verge of Sudbury. Resting at the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch St., Sudbury. Funeral Mass is Holy Redeemer Church, 1422 Bancroft Dr., Sudbury, Wednesday, August 23rd, 1995 at 10 a.m. Interment in the Civic Cemetery, Sudbury. A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday under the auspices the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #76, Sudbury, Ladies Auxiliary. Donations to the Betty Verge Bursary would be appreciated.
August, 1995
Manitoulin Expositor, Little Current,
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

LAURINA (VERSTEEG) VERHOEVEN

In loving memory of Laurina (Versteeg) Verhoeven, 78 years, Thursday, May 6, 1989 at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Little Current.
Beloved wife of the late John Verhoeven (predeceased 1981). Loving father of John Jr. (wife Toos) of Warren, Henry (wife Mary Jane) of Georgia, Maria (husband Ted Willis) of Sheguiandah, Herbie (wife Gisele) of Rayside Balfour and Eddie of Massey. Dear grandmother of 12 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Dear sister of Ann Bealde of Morrisburg. Gys, Franz and Mein Timmerman all of Holland.
Rested at Lougheed Funeral Home, Blezard Valley / Val Caron Chapel. Funeral mass was held Saturday, May 9, in the St. Patricks Church, Val Caron. Interment in the Sheguiandah Cemetery. Donations to Centennial Manor, Manitoulin Health Centre at St. Kevins Church would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Lougheed Funeral Home, Blezard Valley/Val Caron Chapel, Val Caron.
May 1989
Manitoulin Expositor, date unknown
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

MARYANN CATHERINE VERNER

In loving memory of Maryann Catherine Verner, June 9, 1939 to January 6, 2003.
Maryann Verner, a resident of R. R. #1, Evansville, passed away at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Mindemoya, on Monday, January 6, 2003 at the age of 63 years. She was born in Toronto, daughter of the late Wesley and Catherine Day. Maryann was a graduate of the Royal Conservatory of Music, and through her talents as a musician, had a wide range of experience, having played for the Billy Graham Crusade, the People's Church in Toronto, organist at Centennial Rouge Church in Toronto for 10 years, and organist at Lyon's Memorial United Church in Gore Bay for about 12 years. Before her marriage to Harry on December 19, 1959, she had worked as an assistant at CBC, working with Norman Jewison in Toronto and New York. She had also worked as a secretary for Eaton's and Capitol Records. She also enjoyed handcrafts, but her greatest enjoyment was her music and family.
Dearly loved wife of Harry Verner of Evansville; loved mother of Catherine and husband Doug Reimer of Scarborough; Gregory and wife Sherry of Sault Ste. Marie; James and wife Terry of Burnt River and Amy, friend Paul Miller of Hamilton. Proud grandmother of Stephen, Jacob, Kari, Justin, Silken, Nathan and Sarah and three great grandchildren. The funeral service wa
s conducted at the Burpee Mills Complex on Thursday, January 9, 2003 with Rev. Mary Jo Eckert Tracy and Mr. Erwin Thompson officiating. Spring interment in Mills Cemetery. If so desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Culgin Funeral Home
Manitoulin Expositor, January 15, 2003

JOHN VERNON (VERN) of Sudbury passed away at the Espanola General Hospital on Thursday, March 30, 1995 in his 69th year. Moving to Sudbury as a young boy, he attended Sudbury Technical School and as many teens did during the Second World War, he proudly enlisted in the Canadian Infantry Corp. to serve his country.
After employment with the Heinz County of Canada in Sault Ste. Marie, he and his family took up residence in Massey where he became owner of Massey Town Wholesale. In the years from 1952 to 1985, he established a successful business which served the North Shore and Manitoulin area. During these years in Massey, he sat on Town Council and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #423 and the Espanola Masonic Lodge.
His main passion aside from family and friends was that of golf. He was instrumental in the creation of the Sauble River Golf and Country Club in Massey and while residing there continued to be an active member. Retiring to Sudbury in 1985, he continued this love for the game of golf and became a member of the Idylwylde Golf and Country Club, where he continued to play golf in the company of many close friends.
Vern is survived by his beloved wife Muriel of Sudbury. Loving father of Karen (Mrs. Marty Ecklund) of Espanola. Garth of Massey and Myrna (Mr. Joel MacKenzie) of Espanola. Will be sadly missed by 7 grandchildren, Angela and Stephen Ecklund, Michael, David and Alana Clarke and Lesley and Gregory MacKenzie.
Funeral service was held on Saturday April 1, 1995 at 11:00 a.m. from St. James Anglican Church, Massey with Reverend Glen Miller officiating. Interment in Massey Grandview Cemetery. If desired, memorial tributes may be made to the Northeastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre in Sudbury, the Espanola Hospital Foundation, the Victorian Order of Nurses or charity of choice.
March 1995
Manitoulin Expositor, date unknown
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

NEOLA DOROTHY VESELISIN

In loving memory of Neola Dorothy Veselisin nee. McKenzie, November 26, 1937 - August 4, 2004. Passed away suddenly at home in Sandfield. Born 66 years ago to parents Bert and Irene (predeceased 1998) McKenzie of Tehkummah. The oldest daughter of six children. Neola will be sadly missed by her husband Dominic Luckovitch, her youngest son Rocky (wife Jeanne) Veselisin of Brampton, daughter Kathy (husband Kevin) Heimpel of Sarnia, son Joseph (wife Ivana) Veselisin of Caledon, daughter Connie (husband Lovett) Mayer of Kitchener, also Marcel McKenzie of Tehkummah, stepson John (wife Sandra) Veselisin of Stoney Creek, her eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Predeceased by her grandparents Leslie and Zaida McKenzie. Predeceased by two of her siblings. Remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service was held at 11am Saturday, August 7, 2004 at Island Funeral Home. Burial at Hilly Grove Cemetery. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Manitoulin Expositor, August 11, 2004

MRS. ARTHUR VEYON

Mrs. Mae Veyon, 826 North Ave., died this morning in Lake County Memorial Hospital after an illness of several weeks.
Mrs. Veyon, who was 53, was born Dec. 30, 1908, in Marion County, W.Va. She had been a resident of Painesville since 1950.
A member of the Madison Avenue Church of Christ, she enjoyed traveling and visiting various churches of the Church of Christ. Mrs. Veyon who was a Bible School teacher here was married to Arthur E. Veyon March 24, 1928, in Barrackville, W.Va.
She is survived by her husband; one son John A., Paden City, W.Va.; four daughters, Mrs. Catherine Salisbury, Painesville, Mrs. Mary Ilene Ashworth, Livona, Mich., Mrs. Alice Addison, Mentor, and Mrs. JoAnn Harding, Painesville; 14 grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Mabel Wilson, Barrackville, W.Va., and Mrs. Frankie Williams, North Bloomfield, Ohio.
Services will be held Friday at 3 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral home. Raymond A. Ford, minister of the Madison Avenue Church of Christ, will officiate. Burial will be in Woodsdale Memorial Cemetery Grafton, W.Va. Services will also be conducted at the Bartlett Funeral home, Grafton, W.Va., Sunday afternoon. Friends may call at the funeral home tonight from 7 to 9.
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WILLIAM "BILL" VILLEMERE

In loving memory of William Bill Villemere who passed away Thursday, June 19th ,2003 at the Sudbury Regional Hospital - Memorial Site at the age of 85 years.
Beloved husband of Marion (Lucy) Villemere of Sudbury. Loving father of Marilyn Logan (husband William Smith) of Manitowaning, Robert "Bob" of Sudbury and Margaret Lanthier (husband Wilfrid) of Tecumseh. Cherished grandfather of Joanne Gabor (husband George) of Windsor, Tammy Lanthier of Toronto, Sharon Whynott of Halifax, Peter Whynott of Sudbury and great grandchildren Shawn, Matthew, Emily, Tayler and Sydney. Dear son of John and Cora May Villemere both predeceased. Dear brother of John, Otto, George, Grace, Holden, Orval, Ian, Gerald, Dorothy and Edna, all predeceased.
Funeral Service was held on Sunday, June 22, 2003 at the R.J. Barnard Chapel, Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home, 233 Larch St., Sudbury.
Manitoulin Expositor, July 2, 2003

AGNES VILLENEUVE

Funeral Mass held, May 7 for Agnes Margaret McGlade Villeneuve (nee Lalonde) of RR1, Spring Bay, who died Saturday, May 4, 1991, at Laurentian Hospital. She was 63. Born in Kirkland Lake, she lived on Manitoulin Island for the past six years, and had previously lived in Sudbury for 43 years. Beloved wife of Rene Villeneuve of RR1, Spring Bay.
Loving mother of Noreen Smith (friend Garnet) of Brantford, Jane (husband Gene Sylvestre) of Hanmer, Tom McGlade, John McGlade (wife Lyne), and Wayne McGlade (wife Anne), all of Sudbury, Joey McGlade (wife Lise) of Hanmer, and David McGlade (wife Diane) and Ricky (friend Rachelle) both of Sudbury. Dear Grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of two. Dear stepmother of Jimmy Villeneuve (wife Ann) of Montreal. Dear step-grandmother of four. Dear sister of Joe and Lawrence Lalonde, both of Kirkland Lake, Josie Grant of Serpent River, Bob Woods of Whitefish, Norma Elliott of Mindemoya, and the late Ernie and Tommy, both predeceased.
May 1991
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

AGNES MARGARET (MCGLADE) VILLENEUVE (NEE LALONDE)

Saturday morning, May 4, 1991 at the Sudbury Laurentian Hospital in her 63rd year. Beloved wife of Rene Villeneuve of RR1, Spring Bay. Loving mother of Noreen Smith (friend Garnet) of Brantford, Jane (husband Gene Sylvestre) of Hanmer, Tom McLade, John McGlade (wife Lyne) Wayne McGlade (wife Anne) all of Sudbury, Joey McGlade (wife Lise) of Hanmer, David McGlade (wife Diane) and Ricky (friend Rachelle) both of Sudbury. Dear grandmother of 10 grand children and 2 great grandchildren. Dear stepmother of Jimmy Villeneuve (wife Anne) of Montreal. Dear step-grandmother of 4 grandchildren. Dear sister of Joe and Lawrence Lalonde both of Kirkland Lake, Josie Grant of Serpent River, Bob Woods of Whitefish, Norma Elliot of Mindemoya and the late Ernie and Tommy both predeceased. Rested at the Lougheed Funeral Home, 252 Regent Street at Hazel Street. Funeral mass was held in St. Kevins Church, Val Caron, Ontario, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 at 10 a.m. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium. Donations to the Cancer Fund would be appreciated.
May 1991
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

ELMER O. VINCENT

At Manitoulin Health Centre on Friday, December 25, 1992, Elmer O. Vincent of Little Current in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Viola Vincent (Roszel). Predeceased by sisters Blanche Taylor, Anne Chambers and Audice Wardrop. Rested at Eagleson Funeral Home. Funeral mass was at St. Bernards Catholic Church on Monday, December 28, 1992 at 11 am with Father R. Macdonald officiating. Interment in St. Bernards Cemetery.
December 1992
Publication unknown
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

OLIVER VINCENT DEAD

On Tuesday morning Mr. Vincent passed away after a somewhat protracted illness. The cause we believe being cancer. About a year ago Mrs. Vincent died and Mr. Vincent began to fail. A visit to Ottawa hospital revealed the fact that cancer had set in and a real cure was hopeless. Later a visit to Rochester Miu confirmed the fact. Since that time he has steadily failed till the end came. Mr. Vincent was one of the old inhabitants of Little Current. Starting in a small way, by diligence and thrift he worked up till he was able to engage in store keeping since that he has made a success so that he was able to retire from business some years ago. But a life of inaction did not please him so he returned to business after a few years. He was an esteemed citizen and took his part in public business serving as councellor etc.
His funeral takes place this afternoon to Mountain View Cemetery .
November 1925
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

MRS. OLIVER VINCENT
On Tuesday evening, December 2nd, Little Current lost another of its highly esteemed citizens in the person of Mrs. Oliier (sic) Vincent. Mrs. Vincent had been ailing for a good while and had taken treatment but she never recovered her proper health. Some time ago she went to Toronto for treatment but last week end word came that the doctors had no hopes of her. Mr. Vincent went down on Saturday. On Tuesday she passed away.
Mrs. Vincent came to the Island with her parents the late Mr. and Mrs. J. McFarlane in the Seventies or early Eighties and lived with them at Sheguiandah. After she came to Little Current where she married Mr. Vincent. The two have lived in Little Current ever since. Mrs. Vincent was highly respected and had many friends. Mr. Vincent and family have the sincere sympathy of their many friends in Little Current and the surrounding country.-The Expositor
Mrs. F.W. Major of Gore Bay is a sister of Mrs. Vincent's.
The Recorder, Gore Bay, Thursday, December 11, 1924
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

RHEAL VINCENT

VINCENT, Rheal - of Espanola passed away at the Espanola General Hospital on Sunday, April 27th, 2008 in his 70th year. Beloved husband of Roberta (nee Grant) of Espanola. Dear son of the late Fabian & Helen (nee Lemieux) Vincent. Loving father of Kevin (wife Anne) of Timmins, Leslie (Mrs. Doug Higgins) of Little Current, Shari- Lynn (Mrs. Keith Barbeau) of Massey, Derek of Toronto & Lisa of Espanola. Will be sadly missed by grandchildren, Bradley, Cameron, Whitney, Courtney & Andrew. Very dear brother of Mrs. Marion Vimini (husband Ovidio) & Lowell (wife Bev) both of Espanola, Jean Smith (husband John) of Sudbury & the late Edgar, Cyril & Fabian. A Memorial Service will be held at the BOURCIER FUNERAL HOME, Espanola on Friday, May 2nd with Mr. John Faulkner officiating. Interment of ashes in the Espanola Cemetery. If so desired, Memorial tributes may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Northern Cancer Research Foundation.
Espanola Mid-North Monitor, Wednesday, May 7, 2008

VIOLA GERTRUDE VINCENT

In loving memory of Viola Gertrude Vincent, who passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2003 at the Manitoulin Health Centre at the age of 99.
Born to Hector and Lena Roszel on April 19, 1904. Beloved wife of the late Elmer Vincent (December 22, 1992). Predeceased by sister Ursula and brothers Roy and Oscar.
Funeral Mass was held on Friday, October 10, 2003 at St. Bernard's Catholic Church, Little Current, Ontario. Burial in St. Bernard's Cemetery. Island Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, October 15, 2003

DEATH OF A VETERAN
Died at his residence, Carnarvon, on Monday, Jan 11th, in the 86th year of his age, Henry Vincer, one of the many heroes of the British Empire, who, after years of honorable service under the flag that has braved a thousand years the battle and the breeze, became a quiet citizen in this Canada of ours and a model of courtesy, orderly habits and honest industry. Volumes might be written from the mass of official documents in the possession of his family, many of them relating to his merit as a soldier, certified by his superior officers. Suffice it to say, he was born in the parish of Herne, Kent County, near Canterbury, England. He enlisted in the second battalion of the rifle brigade, Nov 9th 1835, was one of the Guards of Honour when the Princess Victoria was proclaimed Queen of Great Britain and Ireland. He had the same distinction at her coronation, and when her happy and auspicious wedding took place he was one of the privileged ones who got his beer and cheese in accordance with the ancient custom of the olden time. How interesting those details would be could we have more space to enlarge upon just now when the world at large are soon about to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the long and glorious reign of our Queen! What tender memories would be evoked in the minds of our bereaved comrades could our Carnarvon veteran have been privileged in person to recall to her mind in his clear, concise way those happy incidents of her early life! Could he also relate how in the course of duty he clapped the Duke of Wellington into the guardhouse, and other early incidents of the stern soldier, yet, who for the space of twenty-two years was a quiet and respected resident of the Manitoulin, with no enemy but many friends. Deceased having at his own request received an honorable discharge from the army, received for many years a handsome pension, the last quarterly installment coming to hand the morning previous to his death. Wm. Vincer, the well-known, popular, and efficient township clerk of Carnarvon, is the deceased's only son. Three daughters survive him, Agness, now Mrs. Bain residing in the United States, Sarah, his beloved and faithful housekeeper, and Mrs. R.H. Cairns, whose husband is principle of the high school at Chilliwack, B.C. The deceased was buried in the Carnarvon Cemetery in the presence of a large gathering of friends side by side with his wife, who died eleven years ago, the officiating clergymen being Revs. Henderson and Brett.
Note.- The story of his arrest of the Iron Duke is a positive fact. Our Carnarvon Veteran once did what Napoleon with all his invincible legions could not do and none gave him more praise than the Duke himself.
Manitoulin Expositor January 16, 1897
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

REV. VINCER DROWNS WHEN BOAT UPSETS

Wednesday evening a sad drowning accident took place in Mindemoya Lake, when Rev. W. H. Vincer slipped off an upturned boat and drowned while rescue crafts were on their way for the rescue.
The accident happened when a sudden squall upset the boat with Rev. Vincer and three companions from Ohio. They all managed to cling to the boat, but Rev. Vincer slipped away. The body was found on Thursday afternoon in 70 feet of water.
Rev. W. H. Vincer was a retired Baptist Minister, and enjoyed a wide circle of friends, spread all over the Island, who respected and enjoyed his friendly, peaceful disposition.
Born and raised on the Manitoulin, Mr. Vincer had an intimate knowledge of municipal affairs having served for a number of years as Clerk of Carnarvon Township. Upon his retirement, he has been operating a tourist camp on Mindemoya Lake.
The funeral took place last Saturday in Mindemoya.
July 1947
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

MINDEMOYA RESIDENT LAID TO REST

On Sunday, September 16th, the late William Vincer of Mindemoya was laid to rest. In his death on Friday, September 14, Manitoulin lost a highly respected and civic-minded citizen.
The late Mr. Vincer came as a youth to the Manitoulin from Caledonia district. The Island held such appeal for him that he decided to live his entire life here.
He was first employed with the Mutchmor Lumber County, at Providence Bay and later began farming near Mindemoya Lake on which farm, his son, J.C. Vincer, now lives.
Taking an active interest in township affairs, he was made clerk of Carnarvon Municipality, a position he held for fifty years.
His wife, the former Mary Cushing of Mindemoya, predeceased him about ten years ago. A family of three boys and two girls survive: Wm. and J. C. Vincer of Mindemoya, R.A. Vincer of Ottawa, Mrs. McDougall of Brechin, Ont. and Mrs. Wm. Becks.
The Rev. Ft. J. Dwyer of Wikwemikong conducted the service, the pall-bearers were: J. Burt, A. J. Wagg, Thomas Smith, Geo. Hodgson and J. T. Lowe.
September 1945
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WILLIAM A VINCER

Passed away at Mindemoya Hospital on Saturday, May 23,1987, William A. Vincer of Barrie in his sixty-second year. Beloved husband of Bev Vincer. Dear son of Mabel Vincer of Owen Sound. Dear father of Mark (wife Kathy) of Midhurst, Thomas of Barrie, Anne (Mrs. Jeff Harris) of Calgary, Robin (Mrs. Gary Worrod) of Hanover, Judy (Mrs. John Hutchins) of Parry Sound, Kate (Mrs. Terry Tilleczek) of Kitchener and Ellen of Waterloo. Dear brother of Jack Vincer of St. Johns, Newfoundland.
Predeceased by one sister, Mary Hinds. Also survived by four grandchildren.
Funeral mass was at Our Lady of Canada, Catholic Church in Mindemoya on Tuesday, May 26 at 2:00 p.m. with Father R. MacDonald officiating. Interment in Mindemoya Cemetery.
May 1987
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DEATH OF BENJAMIN VINE

Mr. B. Vine passed away at his home at Ice Lake on Thursday January 6th. The deceased was in his 63rd year and came to the Manitoulin forty years ago. He married Etta Griffith and settled at Ice Lake and has lived there ever since.
His wife, one son Bethel and three daughters, Myrtle, Clara and Annie survive him. The bereaved family have the sympathy of a large circle of friends.
The Recorder, January 16, 1919

MRS. ESTHER VINE

Although not unexpected the news of the death of Mrs. Vine at the Red Cross Hospital on Tuesday, Jan. 14, was received with regret by all who knew her, especially in the community where she was so well known.
The deceased lady who was in her 67th year, had not enjoyed good health for sometime, was born in Little Current, and for some years resided at Ice Lake, but on the death of her husband, Benjamin Vine, sevente enyears ago, she moved back to Little Current, residing there until 1923 when the family moved to Thessalon taking up a farm at Livingstone Creek.
The deceased is survived by two daughters, Mrs. John Vaughan, Rock Lake; Mrs. Wm. Grundy, Erie, Ont.; and one son Bethel at home. Two sisters also survive. Mrs. Elizabeth McCoy, Thessalon; Mrs. Wm. Willis, Little Current, and one brother, Mr. John Griffith, also of little Current.
The funeral took place at Maple Ridge cemetery on Thursday, Jan. 16 under the auspices of the Church of Christ of which she was a member. T. W. Bailey officiating. Thessalon Advocate.
January 1936, publication not submitted
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

CHARLES ELMER VINEY

In Loving Memory of Charles Elmer Viney who died peacefully at the Manitoulin Health Centre on Friday, May 4, 2007 at the age of 88. Born to George & Laura on December 20, 1918 in Tehkummah. Predeceased by his beloved wife Lillian (nee Jaggard) Viney on April 11, 2003. Dear father of Shirley Viney of Little Current, George Viney of Manitowaning, Sandra & husband Bruce Pope of Manitowaning, Lyla Viney of Orillia. Loved grandfather of Stephanie MacDonald (fiance Jerry Prusak), Mark MacDonald (Holly), Andrew & Katherine Pope, Kimberly, Laura & Marianne Menard. Special great grandfather of Jonathan & Jessica Orr, Justin, Destanie & Liliana MacDonald. Remembered by brothers and sisters Harry Viney and Joyce Holmes (husband Howard predeceased), Glenn (predeceased) wife Margaret Viney, Ruth & husband Bill McCulligh (both predeceased), Lauretta & husband Neil McGillis (both predeceased), Grace & husband Carmen Hunter (both predeceased). Predeceased by Joe, Bob & Edith. Remembered by his in-laws Harry Jaggard (wife Gladys predeceased), Florence Lenson (husband Walter predeceased), Madeleine Charlton (husband John predeceased), Violet Hubbert-McAllister (predeceased), Bessie & husband James Lockyer (both predeceased), Beulah & Iris (both predeceased). Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Visitation was 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 pm Sunday. Funeral Service was at 2 pm Monday, May 7, 2007, all at Knox United Church, Manitowaning. Rev. Faye Stevens & Pastor Larry Sayers officiating. Burial in Hilly Grove Cemetery. Donations to Knox United Church. Arrangements in care of Island Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, May 9, 2007

LILLIAN MILINDA VINEY

In loving memory of Lillian Milinda Viney, who passed away peacefully at Manitoulin Health Centre on Friday, April 11, 2003 at the age of 82 years.
Beloved wife of Charles Viney. Dear mother of Shirley Viney of Little Current, George Viney of Manitowaning, Sandra and husband Bruce Pope of Manitowaning, Lyla Viney of Orillia. Loved grandmother of Stephanie and Mark MacDonald (fiancée Holly), Andrew and Katherine Pope, Kimberley, Laura and Marianne Menard. Special great grandmother of Jonathan and Jessica Orr, Justin, Destanie (Bailey) and Liliana MacDonald. Remembered by brother and sisters Violet Hubbard-McAllister (predeceased), Harry Jaggard (wife Gladys predeceased), Bessie Lockyer (husband James predeceased), Florence Lenson (husband Walter predeceased), Madeleine Charlton (husband John predeceased), predeceased by sisters Beulah & Iris and parents Guy & Evalena Jaggard. Sister-in-law of Harry Viney, Ruth McCulligh (predeceased), Lauretta McGillis (predeceased), Grace Hunter (predeceased), Joyce and husband Howard Holmes, Glenn and wife Margaret Viney, predeceased by Joe, Bob and Edith. Will be missed by numerous nephews and nieces.
Visitation was held Sunday, April 13, 2003. Funeral service was held Monday, April 14, 2003. Both at Knox United Church, Manitowaning. Burial in Hilly Grove Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements in care of Island Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 16, 2003

WILLIAM HARRY VINEY
June 25, 1910 - March 27, 2009

In loving memory of Harry Viney, a resident of the Manitoulin Lodge, who died at the Lodge on Friday, March 27, 2009 at the age of 98 years. He was the son of the late George and Laura (Baxter) Viney. Harry had farmed in Manitowaning for many years before retiring. He enjoyed hunting as a pastime. Harry is predeceased by his wife Margaret (Odbur) Viney. Dear brother of Joyce Holmes (husband Howard predeceased) of Manitowaning, brother-in-law Harry Jaggard (wife Gladys predeceased) of Manitowaning and sister-in-law Margaret Viney (husband Glen predeceased) of Kinmount. Also predeceased by brother Charlie and his wife Lillian, and sisters Ruth McCullough and her husband William, Lauretta McGillis and her husband Neil, and Grace Hunter and her husband Carmen. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Cremation will take place with a service at a later date when the time and place to be announced. Culgin Funeral Home, 282-2270.
Manitoulin Expositor, April 1, 2009

GUILIANO R. JULIO VIOLA At his home in Little Current on Thursday, July 22, 1982. Guiliano R. Julio Viola in his 49th year. Beloved husband of the former Elaine Peck. Loving father of Paolo, Robbie, Natashia and Liana all at home. Dear son of Mrs. Irma Viola of Italy. Brother of Mrs. Cora Paron of Cranbrook, B.C. and Azelia (Mrs. Tony Sanbucco) of Italy. Resting at Eagleson Funeral Home Thursday after 7 pm. Funeral mass from St. Bernards Catholic Church on Saturday July 24 at 11 am with Fr. J. Lynch officiating. Interment in St. Bernards Catholic Cemetery.
July 1982
Manitoulin Expositor, date unknown
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

MRS. AMELIA VOORHEES (SMELTZER) Funeral services were held at Santa Barbara, California for Mrs. Amelia Jane Voorhees (Smeltzer) who died at convalescent hospital there in December, 1964 at the age of 80 years.
Mrs. Voorhees was born in Canada on July 15, 1884. She lived at Santa Barbara since 1959 when she and her husband Victor W. Voorhees moved there from Toronto.
She is survived by her husband at 2663 Tallant Road and a niece, Miss Jean Smeltzer, who had been taking care of her at Santa Barbara and also leaves other nieces and nephews in Canada.
Interment in Santa Barbara Cemetery.
December 1964
Manitoulin Expositor, Little Current, Ontario, date unknown
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

JOHN STEPHEN VYSE at his residence in Carnarvon Township on Thursday, December 1, 1994 in his 59th year. Beloved husband of Joan Vyse (Lanktree). Loving father of Laurie Pettigrew (husband Jim) of Val Caron, Stephen (wife Tracy) of Mindemoya and Nancy Wyman (husband Steven) of Elliot Lake. Dear son of Madeline Vyse of Tilsonburg and the late Louie Vyse and son-in -law of Hazel Lanktree of Providence Bay and the late Ivan Lanktree. Also loved by his grandchildren, Serena, Angela, Kyla, Kyle and Shane. Dear brother of Frank Vyse (wife Helen) of Caledonia and Lillian Barnim (husband Carlos) of Otterville. Rested at RLDS Church in Providence Bay. Funeral service was held from there with Elder Lyle Dewar officiating. Interment in Providence Bay Cemetery. Donations to Mindemoya Hospital Auxiliary or the charity of your choice, gratefully accepted. Arrangements made by Eagleson Funeral Home.
Transcribed by Marilyn Irish

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