Edmonton City - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

B.I.C.A. in Edmonton ~1929. What does BICA stand for?

murraymiles1 — 29 Sep 2008 1:57:04 GMT

One of my ancestors, a Hubert South age 17, immigrated to Canada in April 1929 and landed at St. John, New Brunswick. Information on the passenger list stated he was going to Edmonton as a farm labourer and his sponser/employer was B.I.C.A. in Edmonton. Would anyone have information as to what B.I.C.A. stands for??

Thank you.
Murray Miles.

Edmonton-Alberta BUTTNER

Ashygrams — 9 Sep 2008 9:16:36 GMT

Looking for information on a possible John Buttner birth Lithuanhia Russia.. looking from early 1900"s possible he was on Royal Mounted Police at one time..He had a brother born in Russia also Joseph Buttner abt 1880"s who later lived in Mishawaka-South Bend IN....
Trying to trace the family as I really have no other information to go on. Joseph passed in May of 1930 Mishawaka IN.
Ashygrams@aol.com

Looking for Help finding Information on Ed Arsenault

dannette196 — 27 Oct 2004 10:01:17 GMT

I received a phone call from A news station wondering if we are related to Ed Arsenault. He has passed on now. However I am unsure of how to find information to see if we are related.
Thanks

Carmichael family from Ireland to Spencerville, Dundas, Ontario, to Edmonton

FawnLaffin69 — 26 Jun 2008 4:49:14 GMT

Hi, Iam looking for my Great grandfather, and his family. I never new him as my grandmother never new him.
My great Grandmother was married to him and left just beofre the baby was born (reasons Unknown) My great Grandmother died beofre my grandmother was a year old. Her natural father wanted her sent by train down to Edmonton albeta. but her Aunt (Her mothers sister) Wouldnt allow it. I am also looking for a picture of him, if any are around as well.
This is what I know.................

Name: Johney (Jack) Carmichael
born: October 24, 1888 in
Spencerville Dundas Ontario Canada
Died: Unknown

in 1915 was living at 1249 Ottawa Ave Edmonton Alberta Which in 1919 changed to 10733 93w St, ( Both are same place) Lived with Parents. October 26, 1915 He signed up and Joined the Army, was a Privite in the 49th Batt Canadian Infantry, # 101432. His Occupation was a Farmer.

his paretns where:
Samuel James (Jas) Carmichael & Jennet Jennie Grey McNilage

Samuel was married twice:
1st wife was : Julie Ann Keeler
he had two children to her
1) William John Carmichael
2) Annie Carmichael
(both born in Ontario Canada)
Then Samuel married Jennet Jennie Grey McNilage
They had 6 children that I know of:
1) James William (Jim) Carmichael
2) Henry Edward Carmichael
3) Johney Carmichael (My Great Grandfather)
4) Arthur Lorne Carmichael
5) Andrew Ward Beecher Carmichael
6) Fanny Treatta Carmichael
( all also born in Ontario Canada)

wouldlove if thish elps anyone in connection to my family also wouldl ove any helpa s well.....
Sincerely Fawn Laffin
you can reach me at fawnsfamilytree@hotmail.com

Victor Sands

Alison608 — 27 Jul 2008 11:44:13 GMT

Looking for information on Victor Sands who was born in Winnipeg. He had 2 daughters{ my cousins} who I have not seen for over 50 years. He probably died in the 1990's. He also lived in Edmonton.
Any info greatly appreciated.
Alison in Winnipeg

Looking for Howard from Blyth, Ontario

RobertJohnson8734 — 22 Jul 2008 11:37:26 GMT

According to the Goderich Signal, dated March 6, 1913, the Howards from Blyth, Ontario moved to Edmonton, Alberta.
Can anyone help me out as there are at least 59 Howards living in Edmonton, Alberta. I hope someone has some information.

Henry Gangl (Mary Margaret Kuefler) Family

Kelblue1 — 7 Jul 2008 6:56:46 GMT

Any info is appreciated and welcomed on the Henry John Gangl family. He married Mary Margaret Kuefler. They were from Stearns Co., Minnesota but moved to Canada b/n 1927 - 1929.

John Campbell Bowen (Lieutenant Governor)

alstromaria — 1 Jul 2008 9:55:53 GMT

I'm trying to find the descendants of John Bowen, who was my g-g-uncle. His wife's name was Edith Oliver, and they had two daughters: Margaret (who never married) and Ruth, whom I believe did marry and was also a columnist for a newspaper. Also, I'd love either a photograph or a transcription of his headstone in the Edmonton Cemetery.

Thanks!!

Looking for Remey family

karolynengel — 29 Oct 2007 7:48:27 GMT

I'm looking for any info on finding my birth mom shannon Remey My birth name was michelle candymay ellen remey. If you know how I can reach her or any information please contact me
at angelangelangel3@hotmail.com

Birth Mother-Morgan

wwsioil — 18 Jun 2008 6:06:17 GMT

I am looking for birth mother. Last name Morgan(maiden)and gave me life at the Beulah home in Edmonton on October 25 1961.Was named Barry Ian Morgan before being adopted shortly after.I am sure she lived on a farm, near or around Edmonton. Do not know much else, except she was of Romanian decent. Would like to find and correspond, but if descretion needed, we can work around that.

James Charles Chatterton Bremner and Edith Bremner

susanbremner1 — 1 Jun 2008 7:10:50 GMT

My husband is writing a history/family tree of his branch of the Bremner family.

His great grand uncle was James Charles Chatterton Bremner (known as Charlie) from Clover Bar but original family was from glasgow and prior to this was from Wick, (Charlie's wife was Edith Fielders from New Brunswick).

Charlie was a very colourful character in Edmonton and built the Bremner House, also the district of Bremner was named after him. I have obtained his death certificate from the Vital Records Office.

The reason for writing this thread is to try to obtain the information given on the gravestones of Charlie and Edith.
Of course his real name is James CC Bremner as given on the cemetery records.
I have located the cemetary and plots via the internet.

Cemetery is Edmonton. Section 0F block 0055 and plots are 0005 and 0006.

I had not realised that Edith was buried three days before Charlie can anyone confirm this for me? Also is there any information about the deaths (Charlie shot himself in his barn). This was such sad news to receive from the record of death. Any information to tie up the loose ends of his story would be useful. The buriels took place in 1928

Would really appreciate any help. I am in the UK, but plan to visit Edmonton for the opening of Bremner House in a couple of years time.

Sue Bremner

Donald Sutherland Bremner (Bremner, AB)

Bud Bremner — 9 May 2005 10:29:13 GMT

My name is Bud Bremner, great grandson of Donald Sutherland Bremner. DSB worked on the railway through the Crow's Nest Pass and family history tells me the Bremner, AB may have been named after him. I'm just trying to find out what I can so if anyone has any ionformation, please do contact me. Thank you!

Bud Bremner

Jones & McNabb

treaclemine — 29 May 2008 4:01:45 GMT

Looking for details of the parents of the following couple:
IVOR HUTCHFIELD JONES & GLADYS MARIE MCNABB. They were married Dec 30th 1924.

Had a daughter Megan Ruby M Jones born April 8th 1930 in Edmonton

Many thanks ... David Hutchfield
(treaclemine@excite.com)

Brehaut/Smith/MacKay

RobinPardus — 18 May 2008 12:17:10 GMT

Looking for anyone who can help me with the info on the MacKay/Brehaut/Smith that are buried in Edmonton Cemetery on the same lots. I do know that Mary Smith married a Henry F. Brehaut, and that Mary's mother and father James and Agnes Smith are buried there too, and there is also a Elizabeth and Vera Agnes MacKay buried there also. I do know that Vera is the daughter of George MacKay and Elizabeth Smith. Any help would be appreciated. I am trying hard to find even descendants still living.
Robin
(Robin59@aeroinc.net)

John Stockton Williams

BEB57 — 27 Apr 2008 9:48:38 GMT

Looking for descendents or information on my relative John Stockton WIlliams. English born he emigrated to Cananda before WW1. He signed Attestation paper to serve in 101st EF in July 1915. Address at that time was Scona Road, Edmonton. Wife called Beatrice (no other info). Family story says his mother Sarah Ann Williams also emigrated and lived at Bonny Brook Farm, Edmonton. She was killed saving a child from a runaway horse. Any information would be gratefully received. Thank You

HARTON, Harold Gordon & Effie, nee McGUIRE

MaryMollard44 — 23 Apr 2008 5:57:11 GMT

I'm seeking any information about Harold Gordon Harton, b. 18 Sep 1890 in Toronto and his wife, Effie E. McGuire, b. abt. 1896 in North Dakota. I believe they were married in Winnipeg and moved to Edmonton sometime after WWI. I know at least Effie was still living in Edmonton in 1962. I think there were children too. I know this isn't much to go on, but would sincerely appreciate any help possible.

Thanks,
Mary

Margarite Lavallee 1923

rdcrowther76 — 3 Apr 2008 2:38:39 GMT

Any information on the ancestors of Margarite Lavallee, born 17 Oct 1923 (probably in Edmonton) would be most appreciated.

Seek death record/info on Edward R. Hillis, Edmonton, Canada 1909

hslawblm — 1 Apr 2008 12:43:56 GMT

Looking for Edward R. Hillis who moved to Edmonton, Canada about 1909. He was age 58. Where did he die?

He was born in Seneca county, Ohio in 16 APRIL 1851 to John and Sarah (Cummins) Hillis. He married Mary M. ROGERS, daughter of John and Almira (SNYDER) ROGERS of Seneca Co., OH. They had children: Sarah Belle and Ettie E.. Etta Hillis was born 04 JUN 1876 in Wood Co., Ohio. Also may be a son named Leo/Leora Hillis born 1884/5. They divorced before 1898. Mary Mahala (Rogers) Hillis then married Frank Rutherford and found in Wood County in 1900. Then she may have later remarried a Mr. Anderson and lived in Michigan.

Edward Root Hillis then moved to Perkins Co., Lemmon, South Dakota. In 1909, he told his sisters that he was moving to Edmonton, Canada. He was 58 years old at the time.
I don't know where to look?

thanks for any help, bonnie

Death record for January 1987

Canadalady — 23 Mar 2008 8:39:38 GMT

Well I am looking for information on a girl that died in a car accident on January 1987 I beleive it was on January 1st (or there abouts) near Edmonton. I do know the childs and parents name but because of it being not that long ago I don't want to place personal information on here. If someone could give me advise as to how or if I can find an obit through the paper also there might be an news clipping written up on the accident as well for the year 1987.

Or other advise would be great or eamil me persoanlly if you think you might be able to help.

thanks
Canadalady

Marriage Record

sharonandmark194 — 25 Mar 2008 12:25:02 GMT

Where can I find a marriage record for this area from before 1905? The marriage record I am searching for is for Peter WHALEN (b. 1856) and Mary?. They married between 1901 and 1903.
Thank you

Obits: Agnes Davidson, nee McFarlane

wpiplover — 15 Mar 2008 6:52:29 GMT

Hi I am loooking for any info on Agnes Davidson, nee McFarlane, born 1865 in Ontario. She was listed in her brothers obit in 1928 as living in Edmonton. Her husband William Davidson, born 1861, 2 children Robert John Davidson born 1887 & Alfred Wesley Davidson, born 1895. This the only data I have, any info greatly appreciated. Thanks

Jim Willment

melonad — 16 Mar 2008 6:54:04 GMT

Trying to locate Jim Willment formally of the Lloydminster area. He's approx. 60 years old and I believe he has two boys. He's a family friend that I lost track of many years ago and would like to touch base.

Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church - Swenson

mmanor121 — 28 Feb 2008 12:29:08 GMT

In 1913 Sara Kristina Svensson (maiden name Nilsdotter), born 19 February 1867 in Ström parish, Jämtland, and her daughter Anna Maria Katarina, born 12 April 1911, left Sweden to join their husband and father Henrik Anton in Canada. He was born 28 July 1879 in Tåsjö parish, Ångermanland.

I thought the family settled down near Bonnyville because a Henry Anton Swanson bought land there in 1913 and 1915. Now I am not so sure anymore.

Today I received a copy from The Swedish Emigrant Institute of a page in Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church Member Records 1929-1951. According to this the Swenson family arrived in Edmonton 1919 from Duringewille, Alta. A place I can not find on the map. Since the church was founded in 1929 they must have been living in Edmonton for at least ten years. Unfortunately nothing was written under "Removed and Dismissed", "Died" or "Dropped".

I hope some reader of my query is familiar with the church and can help me find out what happened to the Swenson family. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Maud

Mcfadden in Edmonton

donnacourthunter — 17 Feb 2008 11:58:19 GMT

all I have on an old death notice for Arthur D. Gamble is one of his serviving sister's is a Jane McFadden of Edmonton Alta., I am asuming this is Alberta Canada

1900-1910 land grant EDWARD FISHER AND JESSE FISHER

Cheryl — 17 Mar 2003 2:23:40 GMT

Looking for possible land purchase by the Fisher brother's 1900-1910 from Alliston Ont. Ca
Cheryl

GRAD, Floyd - originally from Regina area

Milo Steele — 15 Feb 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on a Floyd GRAD - worked as an auto body man at some time. Understand raised near Regina, lived in Lloydminster at one point (1950's?) and later Edmonton, If alive, probably in his late 70's now. Any information you can provide on him or other family members would be appreciated.

BOUDREAU LAFOURNAISE LABOUCANE PETIT-COUTEAU DESCHENEAU

bonniemackay2 — 5 Feb 2008 5:25:07 GMT

Hi Edmontonians-just checking to see if there are any relatives out there related to me. My dad's name was Laurence, his dad was Joseph, and Joseph's dad was Francois.
I also had a brother Joseph who died in 1968 and there may be a son out there that might want to contact us.
Thanks for any help.

Independence, Edmonton area 1911

msteffens — 31 Jan 2008 10:18:36 GMT

I am trying to find out where Independence would have been in 1911. It does not appear on map I have. Looking for cemetery with burial of Hiram Yaw Willson. He was on the 1911 census for District 2-Edmonton, Sub-district 22-Independence. Would appreciate any help. His daughter's married name was Sprenkle.

Patricia Barr

kurtbarr1 — 23 Jan 2008 2:33:54 GMT

Looking for information for a Patricia Barr, daughter of John Johnson Barr and Laura Dorway. She married a D. Rhoades, last info had her living in Piedmont,California in 1983 at the time of her brother Garfield's death. any help would be appreciated.

MURPHY, ALSTON search

LTataryn — 22 Feb 2005 1:49:11 GMT

I'm searching for data on my great-aunt Florence Alston nee Murphy and her husband Claude W. Alston. Unable to find death dates or obituaries. Any help much appreciated.

Obituary wanted: Pearl Josephison, 2004

rlhbmu — 21 Jan 2008 5:31:17 GMT

I am trying to locate the obituary for Pearl Josephison. It appeared in the Edmonton Journal as: JOSEPHISON, Pearl (BALKO); 90; Daysland AB; Edmonton J; 2004-12-6.

Brian Umrysh
Seattle, WA.

Donald Gervais

babe2ghost — 2 Dec 2007 1:15:33 GMT

I am looking for a Donald Gervais, we was Married to Marceline McGillis, they owned a trailer in Hillard, alberta, her daugther's name was Angela. She is resting in peace at Edmonton Catholic Cenetery, on St.albert, trail, they were married in Edmonton. He had one son, that which I know of, I need to contact him. If anyone out there knows of this man, please email @ babe2ghost@hotmail.com

BROWN from Kent Co., Ontario

BarbaraBrownAllen — 1 Dec 2007 1:54:15 GMT

I'm looking for descendants of Gordon L. Brown, b. 19 Sep 1896 at Dresden, Kent Co., Ont., d. 17 Jun 1970 at Edmonton, Alberta. On 14 Jun 1916 at Weyburn, Sask., he married Mary Elizabeth Bennett, b. 23 Apr 1897 Ontario, d. 30 Dec 1978.
Barbara

Katherine Basaraba William or Wasyl Basaraba Father Mike or Mihai

DBASMAC — 3 Nov 2007 6:26:09 GMT

I am looking for my Grandfather Nickoli Basaraba's sister Katherine and their father Mike. She was said to of been married to a Basaraba maybe a Bill Basaraba.She was married when she immigrated from Boian Buckovina Romania.
Their father is said to be Mike could of been Meike or Mihai. If anyone has a link to this family I would really like to connect. Thank you.Diane

Holmes Family

yukontina — 20 Oct 2007 12:25:28 GMT

I am looking for information on Joseph Holmes ( son of John Holmes and Mary O'Brien) born 1880 Ireland. His first wife was Mary Agnes Campbell Born 1880 and died 1913 Alberta. Joseph them married Wilhelmina McCluskey in Edmonton. He resided in Quebec with his familyin the early 1900s before moving to Alberta

W.R. (Bill) CLARK & dau. Andrena

wrcn3366 — 14 Oct 2007 7:57:36 GMT

Seeking Mr &/or Mrs W.R. [Bill] Clark, and daughter Andrena or anyone who can help me contact them.

The Clark family was last known to be at: 1550 Marple St., Vancouver BC, 2 Nov. 1943 (from an entry in my father's photograph album, under *Memory Leaves*). Andrena would
have been about 4 years old then; born c1938-39. Bill Clark was also known to have been at 1621 Quadra St., Victoria sometime before Maple St. Home town recorded as Edmonton Alberta.

Bill Clark and my Dad (Bill/Billie WYATT) served together, during the war. Dad was on the west coast Triangle Run, for about 18 months (1941-43). Know he served aboard HMCS Prince David, but I'm not sure which other west coast ships and I believe Bill Clark was on the David, as well. My Dad then returned to his home port of Halifax NS, which is where he was born.

Aside from letting Andrena know her Dad's friend honoured his promise to her, I now find I also have a genealogical reason for trying to contact them.

Much appreciated, if anyone can help.

Cheers ... Toni, Ontario.

PRIEST, Laurie Ann b. May 4 1970

eliz_brad — 30 Sep 2007 2:43:17 GMT

Hi! I am looking for Laurie Ann Priest b. 1970 to Verna Priest and Lewis Mack. She has 2 brothers, Mark (b.1958) and Martin (b.1960) and a sister Tammy (b. 1961). She is a aunt of mine and I have never met her. Her Birth father (my grandfather) is very sick and would like to find her. Her last known whereabouts was in Hinton around summer of 1970-1971.
If anyone knows where i could start searching for her, it would be a great help.

Obit look up Edward Barr 11 Feb 1991

rechmbrs — 23 Aug 2007 11:33:07 GMT

Appreciate any help in finding obit for Edward Barr who died 11 Feb 1991. Location of death is a major question but last paper trail shows him in Edmonton with family.

Thanks,
RON C

MATERIS BOOK

Syl Penner — 22 Jun 2001 4:44:44 GMT

sEARCHING FOR ALL DESCENDENTS OF THE MATERI COUSINS WHO MIGRATED TO ST. JOSEPH'S COLONY, BALGONIE, SASK, ABOUT 1890.
NAMES:
1. JOSEPH MATERI AND CHRISTINE SELENSKI
2. PHILIP MATERI AND ANNA MARIA DECK

I AM TRYING TO COORDINATE WITH A COUSIN, PHILLIP MATERI IN THE U.S.A. FOR ALL OF THE MATERI DESCENDENTS OF NORTH AMERICA, MAINLY KANSAS, NORTH DAKOTA, AND CANADA.

We have traced the Materis back to the 1600 in Alcase, France.

I HAVE ALREADY WRITTEN ONE BOOK ABOUT JOSEPH MATERI AND HIS DESCENDENTS WHICH IS NOW IN THE SASKATCHEWAN ARCHIVES.
MIKE DECK OF EDMONTON IS PUTTING HIS FAMILY OF THE PHILIP MATERIS TOGETHER FOR A BOOK ALSO.
I CAN BE CONTACTED BY MAIL : 3419 19 STREET N.W., CALGARY, ALTA. CANADA T2L 2A9 OR BY EMAIL AT syl.penner@home.com

Carmichael Living in Edmonton Alberta

FawnLaffin69 — 15 Aug 2007 10:45:39 GMT

Hi, My Name is Fawn Laffin, I am in search of my Great Grandfathers Family. (Past and Present). I sent letters out with no responce. So I am hoping the internet will help me on my way.

My Great Grandfathers was

- John (Jack) Carmichael born Oct 10 1888 (According to Cenus Records). He was in the 1st World War. was a Privite in the 49th Batt Canadian Infantry, # 101432. Born in Spencerville Ontario Died Unknown.....

He was the son of
Samuel (James) Carmichael and Janet (Jennie) Grey McNeilage. They had 5 children.
1. William?. James (Jim) Carmichael born 1884
2. Henry H Carmichael born 1886
( Henry Later Moved to USA Washington)
3. John (Jack) Carmichael (My Great Grandfather)
4. Arthur A Carmichael born 1891
5. Andrew Ward Carmichael
All where born in Spencerville Ontario Except Ander Who was Born in South Mountian Dundas Ontario.
Samuel was married before Jenny to a Julia Ann Keeler who died giving birth to there daughter Ann Carmichael in October of 1871 in South Mountain Dundas Co Ontario.

The family moved to Edmonton Alberta about 1902. they lived at 1249 Ottawa Ave Edmonton Alberta Which in 1919 changed to 10733 93w St.

John Joined inlisted in the army in October 26 1915. Over in Scotland he met and married my great Grandmother Christian Donald. They married in Scotland on January 15 1919 in Old Marchar Scotland.
The came back to Canada between September/October 1919. They Lived with Johns Family in Edmonton Alberta Or near his family. Christine Missing her family and not feeling welcome with Johns Left him when she was pregnant with my Grandmother (Florence Isabella Carmichael). Chris moved to Ontario to be with ehr sister. John and her Seperated. Chris died in April 14 1921, before my grandmother was even a year old. My Grandmother never knew her natural parents. she tryed to find her father when she was an adult with no luck.
John Might of remmarried with the family not knowing about his first wife, if he did married his new marriage certificate could state: Windowed or Divoreced.

Samuel Carmciahel was born in Ireland he was the son of John Carmciahel and Mary Ann Price. He came to Ontario Canada in 1857 from Ireland.
John and Mary Carmichael had 9 Children thet i so far know about.
Andrew, Mary, Samuel, Joseph, Eliza, Daniel, Henry, Martha, Agnes.

Any Family Doing the same Family tree who would like to share information or anybody who could help with Documents, Photos or any information on Any of Samuel & Jennys Children or them, that would be a great help and thank you.

You can reach me at fawnsfamilytree@hotmail.com

Edward Barr

rechmbrs — 18 Aug 2007 12:15:01 GMT

Looking for Edward Barr son of William and Helen Barr of Landis, Sask. Edward has sons Allen and Steven but don't know wife's name. Edward passed in Feb 1991 is buried in Saskatoon Woodlawn with his parents.

William was from Coleraine, Derry, Ireland. Mother Helen info has not been found yet.

William had brother in Calgary (Tom and Leslie) both deceased.

Thanks,
RON C

Obituary Look Up: Cecil James Barr

Keimly — 16 May 2007 2:30:05 GMT

Looking for an obituary for Cecil James Barr from Edmonton Journal; June 18 and 19, 2003. The information would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Dale

Looking for obit: Keith and Eleanor Smeltzer

pgc5bjc — 24 Jun 2007 3:47:19 GMT

I am looking for an Obit for Keith and Eleanor Smeltzer who died in Edmonton Alberta.

Bligh surname

RSBligh — 10 Jul 2007 7:14:20 GMT

I am in need of some advice trying to figure out where i would start looking for family in Edmonton, ALberta.It is for a CHarles Ralph Bligh born abt. 1900. I only know his fathers name is George and i have only ever researched in the states.

Ena (Ina) MKeag Shelton

cmckeag1 — 7 Jul 2007 4:19:10 GMT

Looking for information about Ena Shelton married to Horace
sister of Ronald McKeag

Wanted: Therese (FARRELL) TERNAN obit

nymets30 — 5 Jun 2007 5:34:22 GMT

I'm looking for an obit for Therese (FARRELL) TERNAN. Born in New Brunswick, died in Edmonton, 1953. Daughter of John B. FARRELL and Marie Rose THIBODEAU, wife of William Augustine Pitts TERNAN (died May 26, 1951 in Edmonton).

Thanks, Chris

Elizabeth Pharoah (nee Danskin)

susieq12 — 18 Jun 2007 6:45:34 GMT

from Lemington,Northumberland/ Does this name ring a bell with anyone? She married Cristpin Pharoah in England, may have subsequently married Cornelius Ferguson. Son William Pharoah served in WW1. Family emigrated to Canada - last heard of in Edmonton, Alberta.

Edmonton City Directory lookup - 1895-ish

scubadude62 — 31 May 2007 3:49:05 GMT

I'm hoping that there is a reader of this board in Edmonton that might do a lookup at the library for me.

My grandmother was born in Edmonton in 1895, but I don't know when her parents arrived or left - they weren't there too long.

So... if someone would be kind enough to look in Edmonton directories from 1893-1900 for a Mervyn Mackenzie, barrister/lawyer, and let me know if they find anything, I'd be greatly appreciative.

If you really want to go overboard with your help, you could look up my grandmother's birth record!

Joan Isobel Marion Mackenzie was born 12 Nov 1895 in Edmonton to Mervyn Mackenzie and Ethel Osler.

Many thanks for any info anyone can provide.

SWAN, BARRON, JONES, JOHANSON Edmonton 1944-45

twweir1869 — 11 Jun 2007 3:34:25 GMT

I would appreciate some help in contacting descendents of my grandfather's sister Sarah Weir, who came to America from Ahoghill Parish, County Antrim, Ireland in 1894. She married William SWAN, lived in Illinois and had a large family. They moved to Edmondton, Alberta, and had 4
daughters and 3 sons.

They were listed in the Beechmount Cemetery: William Swan: Jan 12, 1945 and Sarah Swan: Aug 31, 1944.

Possible info source on FTM Canadian Genealogy disc #118 for both William and Sarah (Weir) Swan. 5/2001.

OBITUARY: Lookup done by the Edmonton Public Library Research Desk:
William Swan's obituary is found on page 12 of the January 12, 1945 issue of the Edmonton Journal.
According to the obituary, he died on January 10, 1945.
He had three daughters:
Mrs. E. BARRON (Edmonton),
Mrs. S. JONES (Edmonton),
Mrs. J. JOHANSON (Entrance).
He also had two sons:
William (Edmonton) and
Gnr. Samuel SWAN of the Royal Canadian Army
(overseas at the time of Wm. Sr.'s death).

Sarah Swan's obituary is found on page 12 of the August 30, 1944 issue of the Edmonton Journal. According to the obituary, Mrs. Swan died on August 29, 1944.
The obituary also confirmed the names and locations of the children, but cited Mrs. J. Johanson's location as Edmonton instead of Entrance.

Wanted: William Augustine Pitts TERNAN obituary

nymets30 — 5 Jun 2007 5:25:44 GMT

I'm looking for an obit for William Augustine Pitts TERNAN. Born 1864 in NS, died May 26, 1951 in Edmonton. Son of John and Mary (PITTS) TERNAN, husband of Therese FARRELL (d. 1953)

Welte family...aka Morgan

zgatekeeper71 — 3 Jun 2007 9:38:34 GMT

I am trying to research a family that lived in Edmonton in the 1890's. It appears that they also had homesteaded along the Pembina River between Jarvie and Dapp. Their name was Welte. They were of German descent, possibly from Switzerland. The only first names I have are Ernest and Arthur. I believe they were brothers. When they left Canada for Mexico (they were miners) around 1911 they changed their last name to Morgan...I have no idea why. Are there some old city directories from that time period which would assist in my research? Ernest was born in 1895 and Arthur was older by about 10-20 years. Any assistance you can give me would be much appreciated.

Thank you.

Arora Vinci

SPITFIRE118 — 1 Jun 2007 6:30:38 GMT

Iwas born oct 10 1957 in edmonton I was given up for adoption my mothers last name was vinci . I know she came from out of province to have me. I know she and my father worked for the same company. I know my mother was 20 years old my father was 19 years old. I was baptised at the hospital and one of the nurses was asked to be my godmother.any help would be appreciated thanks

McCallum and McAllister

M_McCallumCole — 16 Oct 2006 9:38:00 GMT

This message is to let descendants of the McCallum's and McAllister's of the Beaver Hill Lake area and of the Mundare area know about the Cairn that was recently unveiled at the Beaver Lake School site and also about the Mundare Centennial and Homecoming to take place July 13, 14, & 15th, 2007. It would be great to have as many decendants of the above families attend as possible.

Harvey Wilmore Barr

kurtbarr1 — 27 May 2007 1:40:30 GMT

I have Harvey Wilmore Barr dying Feb.26,1995 in Edmonton, I had someone look for an obituary but there was none. Maybe I have the year wrong, could anyone with information on Harvey Barr help?

County Name

treeclimbers1998 — 25 May 2007 9:59:49 GMT

I primarily research in the U.S.A., but I have a couple of people with Canadian connections. How do I identify the county (or other similar geographic entity) for Canadian locations? The one I have right now is in Edmonton, Alberta. Would appreciate knowing how to look these up for myself, as well as the specific county.

Thanks for any help

Sue

Maria Robertina (Nee Gyselinck) Houssin died 31 Dec 2003 Edmonton

patmontero25 — 24 May 2007 1:09:15 GMT

Maria Robertina (Nee Gyselinck) Houssin was born in Bisseghem, Belgium circa 1908 and died in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on 31 Dec 2003.

Any information on Maria and/or the Gyselincks would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Patricia Montero
Patmontero25@hotmail.com

Cpl. Henry White, R.C.E.M.E. Obituary

redcana — 23 May 2007 2:27:30 GMT

I found the burial of the above in the Beechmount Cemetery on Aug. 05, 1961, age 49 years. He was the son of David & Lily White of Calgary. I sent for the fiche but couldn't find anything in the Journal. I do have a note that the burial took place Sept. 01 1961 and I am unable to get a fiche for that period of time. Is there anybody that can help me?
Thanks, Catherine

Mary Fibih Sawyer

ladyroselake — 15 Apr 2007 10:58:54 GMT

This lady was living in Edmonton in 1945 and was then 52 years old. She was the sole inheritor of my great grandfather, Thomas Manning's estate. I would like to know anything about her please.

Margaret Gertrude (Barr) Hawkins

kurtbarr1 — 8 May 2007 12:22:57 GMT

Looking for info on Margaret Gertrude (Barr) Hawkins who was born Mar.17,1899 and was living in Edmonton in 1982. I don't know the first name of her husband.

Anna Colasanti

DeNardo — 15 Apr 2007 11:13:00 GMT

Are there any vital statics records on-line for Edmonton Canada? I have done some searching but can't find any only the site you can order records.

I am looking for the birth record of Anna Colasanti born in Edmonton 26, Aug, 1931.

Her father's name was Franceso Colasanti and her mother was Palmina maiden name similar to D'Amisco

Frederick Llewellyn Elsie and Family

sutton28 — 31 Mar 2007 9:18:17 GMT

Looking for any info on the family of Frederick Elsie and his family. I know that they were in Edmonton May 7, 1916. They had a son Harold Frederick on that date. No other info other than Frederick born in 1887 in Ontario. Wife Edith Annie Pittman born in 1886 in Ontario. Any help in even pointing were to look would be a great help.

Thanks Dave

Obituary Lookup: Robert Alexander Durie

mauza — 7 Apr 2007 12:52:45 GMT

Could someone lookup the obituary for Robert Alexander Durie in Edmonton Journal 20July 2006 please.

Obituary Required

mamaburk — 29 Mar 2007 6:40:02 GMT

I received the following information, and would like a copy of the obituary mentioned in it. "We checked the Edmonton Journal microfilm for March 1951 and found an obituary for Kruger on March 26, 1951, p. 18." I am quite willing to cover any reasonable costs. Please email me off line at ruth.burk@sympatico.ca Thank you.

Kiernan

DID_YA_MISS_ME — 26 Mar 2007 1:14:00 GMT

Looking for anyone related to me, Chris Patrick Kiernan, or Claude Patrick Kiernan. I live in Edmonton and trying to find my roots...

Barr, Western Hardware

kurtbarr1 — 28 Feb 2007 4:12:26 GMT

Looking for information on Garfield (Garry) and Victor Barr who owned the Western Hardware on Whyte Ave., in Edmonton in 1943. I don't know how long they owned the store, Victor died in Edmonton in 1979.

Looking for Carlson

russml — 7 Mar 2007 6:00:12 GMT

looking for my cousins,grant,dean boyd carlson.there mom was helen.i think there still in edmonton.sure would like to hear from them,if anyone has any info let me know...thanks lisa (romanyshyn)russell.

Charlotte (Barr) Evans

kurtbarr1 — 1 Mar 2007 6:01:28 GMT

Looking for information on Charlotte (Barr) Evans who lived in Edmonton in 1958.

Photo-Anderson?

joanmacdonald185 — 18 Feb 2007 9:38:35 GMT

I've been looking at your restorations and they are really an amazing improvement on the old.
The picture of the children in Edmonton was especially interesting, because it is clear to me that it is my father and his brothers and sister! The littlest boy is John Arthur Anderson, and he would be 3 years old. He was named John for his father ( Robert John Anderson) and I'm sure that his second name was for Eliza's cousin, Arthur. R.John was born the same year as Arthur, and maybe he was a favorite cousin. The others in the picture are, top left- Arnold Johnston A. Alma Ava. front left James Edgar, and John Arthur. Joan

Dr.. Duncan R. Sinclair

kellarlln — 5 Feb 2007 9:47:01 GMT

Info wanted about Duncan Robertson Sinclair(1863-1906).Attended McGill Univ.Parents:Duncan Sinclair,D.L.S.(1817-1892) and Maria Merrick (unknown dates),married 1857 Ottawa.Dr.Duncan Sinclair may have married a lady named Stewart and Jessie(Janet?)Lang of Kalispell,MT.He was born in Ottawa,died in Edmonton.

WIlliam and sister Isabell McNiece, Edmonton

agscagell — 27 Jan 2007 3:52:57 GMT

I am looking for information about my great uncle and aunt wo both moved to Canada sometime after 1905 from Ireland.
I know William married Effie Fewster and have a letter from their daughter Meta dated 1974 when she was Burns living in Geraldton. Their son went to Spokane.
Isabell/a was then in Edmonton Alberta and her daughter was May Pattison.
Does anyone know anything to help me find more about them

Eliza Graham Wright

rebeccajdavis — 14 Dec 2006 7:21:45 GMT

Looking for Eliza Graham (Scotish) who married Robert Armour Wright(Irish)(Born 1836-Died 1910). Looking for daughter Anna Francis (born about 1800) with sisters Rebrcca Wright Owen and Elizabeth Wright Melton and brother James A. Wright. They lived in Chicago area when children born. Robert and Eliza buried in Milwaukee, Wisc.
Anna Francis could have been born in Canada.

Obit lookup - Pearcy

larry dodds — 4 Dec 2006 5:12:30 GMT

request obit lookup for Bonnie (SEIBEL) PEARCY died 03 Jan 1978 in Edmonton. thanks for help

Wright

rob — 17 Nov 2004 3:55:29 GMT

Want to hear from any Wrights from the Leduc/Edmonton area of Alberta doing research, I might be able to help a ton or vice versa.

Lawrence John Craddock

ritac47 — 10 Oct 2006 4:32:53 GMT

I am searching for my great uncle, Lawrence John Craddock. He was born in October, 1981 in Hart County, Kentucky, USA, and died in 1974 in the Edmonton, Alberta area. His sister, Carrie Jackson lived in Caster, Alberta and we always heard they lived close to each other. I would appreciate any information that could be given to me. I also heard he married later in life about the age of 50, be we do not know his wife's name. Thank you very much for the information that you might have...........Rita Casey

Cecil Barr

kurtbarr1 — 15 Nov 2006 1:55:08 GMT

Looking for info on Cecil Barr, son of James Barr and Mary Ann Reid. He was born in Manitoba and moved to Edmonton with his parents.

BACHOR

susan_monaghan — 21 Feb 2003 3:50:35 GMT

Adam Michael BACHOR, born 27 Nov 1843 Ortelsburg, E. Prussia, died 22 Feb 1930 Clive, Alberta, Canada. He married ca 1870 Karoline Louise GOETZA, born 23 Apr 1850 Ortelsburg, E. Prussia, died 9 Oct 1930 Clive, Alberta, Canada. They had 9 children: Fred Albert "Fritz" 1872-1951 m. Augusta Umnuhs; Adam 1873-died young; Karoline 1875-died young; Eva 1877-1961 m. Johann SOKOLIS (my great grandparents); Louise 1880-died young; William 1885-1864 m. Sarah Florence Haniff; Karl Augustus 1886-1917; Michael Adam "Paul" 1890-ca 1980 m.1 to Rose, m.2 to Charlotte Adalena Carlson; and Gustave Gotlieb 1895-1975 m. Delphine Mary Stafford.

Dudley Menzies

kurtbarr1 — 10 Nov 2006 1:38:29 GMT

Looking for information on Dudley Menzies who married Jean Elizabeth Barr.

Lulu Etta Springsteen and William Brand

Marjorie Tedrick — 10 Nov 2006 4:49:02 GMT

I am searching for any record that shows Lulu Etta (Walker) Springsteen and William Brand having been married in Edmonton.

Obituary, plse. for Edna May ( Fluney) Thompson

Sharon Fluney — 29 Jun 2006 12:48:46 GMT

I am wondering if someone could kindly find an obit. for my Aunt Edna-the obit. was in the Edmonton Journal on 1999-11-30. Thank you.

GRAHAM(e), Thomas J. from the Ellerslie area

David — 18 Oct 2006 1:23:00 GMT

Searching for a TJ Graham who may have been buried in Ellerslie, AB , was aged abt 60 in 1906 , with his son, they work/ lived with a family called Olson near Ellerslie, AB. If anyone has cemetery access and or information as to GRAHAM's buried near Ellerslie, I would appreciate be messaged. Thanks for your information and assistance. His son , william may be buried there too and may have gotten married. He was born in Manitoba abt 1872 or 82.

OBIT: Anona STORIE - 23 May 2006

Doug Storie — 4 Oct 2006 5:19:33 GMT

Seeking a transcript or such of the below memorial:
STORIE, Anona It's been three years since you left me; so inconsolable that I thought my heart would never heal. I have tried to substitute ...

Published in the Edmonton Journal on 5/23/2006.

LOOKING FOR PETER J. NORRIS OR HIS HEIRS

sloitfellner — 27 Sep 2006 12:40:11 GMT

in connection with a case of restitution in AUSTRIA we, an NPO, are tracing for heirs of Mr. Peter J. NORRIS

Peter J. NORRIS, born on August 7, 1924 as Peter NEUERN (his parents were deported and perished by the Nazis) came to Canada in 1948.

We could find out that in 1970 he lived at 11431-72nd. Ave. Edmonton, Alberta and in the late 1990’s he lived at Canterbury Manor, 8311-142 St. Apt. 119, Edmonton, Alberta.
The name of his wife is/was RUTH NORRIS.

We have the suspicion that Mr. Norris deceased app. in the year 2002; unfortunately we do neither know whether he has children.

Grateful if you can help us in finding heirs!

Jewett, Myron A. & Maybelle Elizabeth

GeneConnect — 17 Jul 2006 9:32:37 GMT

Seeking family and information of this couple. Myron deceased 17 May 1973, Edmonton, Alberta Canada. Wife Maybelle also deceased. Date unknown at this time. Would appreciate contact with children of.

I have ancestor information for Myron A. Jewett, son of George W. Jewett.

TODD Metis Family Search

Carol Todd — 12 May 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I would like to invite TODD family relatives who are working on Todd History to contact me to share mutual research. A brief history: William Todd, Doctor, from Dublin Ireland, worked for Hudson Bay Co. 1818-1851 lived at Forts in Manitoba, Saskachewan and later family members moved to Alberta. He married three Metis wives BALLANTYNE, JOHNSTON, DENNETT over the course of his lifetime. I am interested in anyone who has followed this family line.

PHOTO - Anderson?

Cliff. Johnston — 4 Jan 2006 6:20:35 GMT

Greetings from Sunny Texas,

A cousin of mine recently sent me an older family photograph which I restored. It was sent by my grandmother Florence (Anderson) Johnston's niece Alma Wylie who was visiting kin in Edmonton with her mother. Alma's mother was Gladys (Anderson) Wylie.

http://www.pbase.com/cjmax/image/49805757

If anyone has any idea who these children are I would love to know.

Cliff. Johnston
Granbury, TX

OBIT Lookup

jrpelland — 26 Jan 2002 2:59:42 GMT

Hello,
I am looking for the obituarty of Violet Marie Pelland Hoflin which appeared in the Edmonton Journal 30 March 2000

Thomas Kellagher

epat1917 — 19 Sep 2006 8:52:32 GMT

Could someone do a search for me please. I have found a Thomas Kellagher who joined the Police Force of Alberta on 12/08/1914. Prior to this he served 5 years in the Royal Irish Consabulary. I have a 1911 census return for Co Down which was collected be a Thomas Kellagher and it just might be my Grandmothers brother.

Any help will be greatfully appreciated.

Boarding School

Betty serbu — 29 Aug 2006 5:01:52 GMT

I am looking for information on a boarding school that operated in Edmonton, alberta in the eary 1950's, it was around 105 street and around Jasper Aveneue,
I think the lady who owned the school was named Mrs. Elston. My brother and sister and I were boarded there in 1953 shortly before the school closed, we walked to a public school, our parents lived out of the province so we stayed there during the school term
I remember it being around the Parliment building and was a red building
thank you

Weber

Andie11 — 25 Aug 2006 1:23:46 GMT

Looking for any information on Edward Weber, from Ontario to Edmonton after 1901.
Wife, Sarah Patterson & daughter Mabel, b.1896.
Mother's death notice 1915, says his location is Edmonton.
Any help will be appreciated.

Lamont obit September 10,1947

lapp179 — 23 Aug 2006 3:56:48 GMT

Would anyone be willing to look up an obituary for Joseph Robert Lamont who died Sept. 10, 1947 in Edmonton? He was 60 years old and his remains were taken back to Montreal to his family plot, I believe. I have checked the online newspapers for Edmonton but they only go up to 1933. Thank you, in advance, for any help with this. Margaret in BC

Brown (first name unknown) who was in the RMCP in Edmonton

lizziehow — 16 Jul 2006 5:36:11 GMT

I am trying to locate the name of the son of Fanny and David (Dick) Brown who emigrated to Canada from Northumberland, UK sometime after 1910. I know he was with the RMCP, but I have no other details. Can anyone suggest where I can go to follow this up?

Lloyd Archibald McGlashing

Sandi — 20 Aug 2006 10:49:50 GMT

Hello: I'am seeking information on Lloyd Archibald McGlashing b. 1889 in Tidnish, N.S. - parents's John Ritchie McGlashing & Elizabeth (McKinnon) McGlashing. Lloyd during WW 1 was stationed in Edmonton @ June 1919. Not sure if he settled there for a while after discharge?? Would appreciate any info or if you think you may have a family connection would like to hear from you. Thanks to all. Sandi

David B Campbell, Edmonton 22 Dec 1935

HarrietAv — 25 Jul 2006 12:52:32 GMT

I am looking for an obituary for David Blake Campbell.

born 07 May 1860 Dumfrieshire or Cumberland
died 22 Dec 1935 Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

He was the brother of my great great grandfather.

Thanks!

McCrimmon, Carleton, Knight

Peter — 9 Aug 2006 8:08:11 GMT

Hi Dawn,

I managed to have a look at 2 local history books of the area some of these families lived at. "Leaves of Yesteryear: A History of Bon Accord District" published in 1969, and "Our Treasured Roots: A History of Gibbons and Areas" published in 1982.

These books have stories about the McCrimmon and Carleton families. From these stories I was able to piece together some of the following information.

Lois and W.H. McCrimmon are living in a Seniors Home in Westlock. You can find them and their son Richard here.
http://findaperson.canada-411.ca/search/FindPerson?firstname...

Both George KNIGHT and Grace (CARLETON) are buried in the Evergreen Cemetery in North Edmonton. Grace died in 1960. I'm not sure why they are not on the AGS Master Name Index.

Do you have these 5 pages of family stories from those books? If not would you wish me to send them to you?

Peter

KNIGHT

Peter — 9 Aug 2006 8:07:42 GMT

Dawn,

Here is some more from the AGS Master Name Index.
Francis "Frank" KNIGHT, 1855 - 31 Jul 1930
Elizabeth KNIGHT, 1663 - 18 Mar 1930
Lyle KNIGHT, - 1917 age 22yrs
all names are on the same headstone at plot G,40,11 & 12 of the Edmonton cemetery. Records say the plot was paid by William George KNIGHT.

Wilson

Peter — 9 Aug 2006 8:07:14 GMT

Dawn,

That Biography of Ethel Sylvia WILSON you received from Stella, shows that Ethel died in 1983 and David died in 1935. But the AGS Master Name Index does not appear to list these. Even though all Edmonton cemeteries have been recorded and are on this list. So I am wondering why are they not on the AGS Index?

Perhaps an obituary would show where they are buried and more about her children.

Peter

Want to find biological father

Makilah Olszewski — 28 Jul 2006 9:28:21 GMT

I have been searching for a father who I have never met. His name is Hector Gebeux ( Geebo), he should be between 49-52yrs old, Iroquois and french. Was with my mother in Vancouver Island in 1978-79 and moved out to Alberta shortly before I was born. Have pic of his other daughter who is a couple years older than me. He had(s) brother who lived in Calgary. His mother lived in Ontario in amongst a reserve.
My mother last saw him with beautiful long waist length black hair, darker skin and about 5"5 with slim build. Would love to meet him and introduce myself and let him know my mother had a girl, since Hector wouldn't know.

Armstrong family in Edmonton

JaschaEspley — 15 Jul 2006 3:49:22 GMT

I'm currently researching an Armstrong family that moved to Edmonton around 1896-1899. Joseph Hall Armstrong (b. 1868 in Ontario) and his wife Agnes Moore (b. 1873 in Ontario). They moved to Edmonton with 2 children Grace (b. 1893 in Ontario) and Hazel. (b. 1896 in Ontario). They had several children after they settled in Edmonton. (as follows)

Joseph M. Armstrong (b. 1899 in Edmonton)
Ardis L. Armstrong (b. 1901 in Edmonton)
Wyburne H. Armstrong (b. 1903 in Edmonton)
Elma N. Armstrong (b. 1906 in Edmonton)
Robert R. Armstrong (b. 1909 in Edmonton)

So far I have found the family in the 1901, 1906 and 1911 Canadian Census records.

Any additional information about the above mentioned people is greatly appreciated.

Robert and Rena Short, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Gar2den — 26 Jun 2006 1:57:30 GMT

I do not know what newspapers in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada there might have been from 1901 to at least the 1970's ir 1980's but there might have been an obituary for Robert Short and wife Rena or son Roy or daughters Mary or Joyce Short. Any help please?

Family data; SMITH, HILLMAN

Dorothy Morris — 29 Jun 2006 5:08:13 GMT

Seeking any family data/history/assistance for; Mary
Emma SMITH, b. c 1907, Poplar Point, Man. Possibly,
father - Colin SMITH. It is believed she married a ? unknow
Mr. HILLMAN. Gave birth to at least four children, last known
in 1932, Edmonton, Alta. My maternal line of HILLMAN''s
were early settlers in Lochaber (La Petite Nation, lower Canada, Quebec, c 1800). Some removed out west to
Manitoba, Alberta areas. Greatly appreciate any assistance,
data, etc., and will to share my data.
Thank you in advance,
Regards,
Dorothy
Riverview, N.B.