Manitoulin - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Kirk and Mary Anne McCullough

wrwarnica — 4 Nov 2008 6:39:56 GMT

Looking for any information on Mary Anne McCullough, born June 15, 1824 in County Monaghan Ireland to parents William McCullough and Jane Leary. The family moved to South Simcoe County where Mary Anne McCullough married a Mr Kirk of the Innisfil / Essa area and moved to Manitoulin Island.
Other members of the Kirk and McCullough family may have moved there also.
Any information on Mary Anne (McCullough) Kirk and her family would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for any help, I'm at a dead end.
Bill Warnica

Do you have connections to the Howland Township Area?

normahughson — 11 Nov 2008 1:31:49 GMT

Hello
Just an update to let everyone know how the work on Howland Township's History area is coming along. The chapter on the Armed Forces has over 50 names in it now with a coresponding picture, Sandy McGillivary has agreed to write the history of Little Current and the families being written about are increasing as well. The booklet should be for sale at the Trade Fair where we have our booth again this May. (the deadline will approach fast and we don't want anyone left out)

Remember if your family has connections to the Howland area Please submitt your story with a picture to be included. (Honora, Sucker Creek, Green Bush, Green Bay, Rockville, Sheguiandah, Ten Mile Point, Little Current as well as part of the Bidwell Township)

The Manitoulin Genealogy Club has our own email address
genealogy@townofnemi.on.ca (thank you to the Nemi town office.)
We await your input.
Thank you
Norma

TINKIS/Duggary Help!

lindsey1152 — 3 Nov 2008 10:24:56 GMT

I am looking for info on Rose Duggary, she was born in the late 1800's and married to Herman Tinkis.

Manitoulin GenWeb

lauryle — 1 Nov 2008 8:15:27 GMT

I'm trying to find a new host for Manitoulin GenWeb located at www.rootsweb.com/~onmanit2
I don't have time to give it the attention it needs. If you know html coding or are willing to teach yourself (which is what I did) this site could use you.
Just click on the link that says 'Host needed'
Thanks
Laurie

Howland Township and Area

genealogy1628 — 29 Oct 2008 2:16:51 GMT

Many of the Islands townships have been documented in book form. The Manitoulin Genealogy Club is attempting to gather information of the people who are/were in the Howland Township including Little Current, Sheguiandah, Honora area that we might publish the people's history. If you have family and would like to input the history and photo's of your family please send it for submission to
genealogy@townofnemi.on.ca
We await to hear from you.
Thank you

Manitoulin Genealogy Club Needs Your Help

genealogy1628 — 29 Oct 2008 1:21:28 GMT

The Manitoulin Genealogy Club is looking for your help!
If you have any historic information or photos about the Manitoulin area that you would like to share, or, if you are interested in becoming a member of the Genealogy Club, please e-mail genealogy@townofnemi.on.ca

Alfred Lowry of Mills Twp in 1901 census

Barb — 2 Nov 2008 8:13:21 GMT

Looking for info on family of Alfred Lowry, who was living with his family in Mills township in the 1901 census. His parents were William and Eliza Lowry. Alfred was born in West Gwillimbury.

Huffman family

BGFinley — 2 Nov 2008 8:42:13 GMT

I am trying to find more information about the Huffman family from Manitoulin. In particular I am interested in the following two marriages, and the parents of the bride.
HUFFMAN, Charles E.; born in Port Hope, Ont; married to JONES, Bertha May, born in Drummond Island; married on 5 Sep 1906 in Howland. Groom's Parents: Abraham Huffman and Mary Ann Graham. Bride's parents: J. H. Jones and Mary Ann Conway. OVR #004361

HUFFMAN, Edward, born in Port Hope; married to JONES, Ethel Bell, born in Michigan; on 27 Mar 1907 in Howland. Parents of the Groom: Abraham Huffman and Mary Graham. Parents of the Bride: J. H. Jones and May Hickey. OVR #004898

Roome family

Dougtracy18 — 2 Nov 2008 8:50:32 GMT

To Melanie,
Laurie gave you a nice reply and MFT has a little more information and if you can add more it would be welcomed.
this URL takes you to, MANITOULIN FAMILY TREES
http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=mft
MFT is also linked to, Manitoulin Genealogy
http://www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito/

Jonathan Bassingthwaighte

David G. Bassingthwaite — 3 Dec 2003 5:55:31 GMT

I am interested in any data regrding the Jonathan (b. 1823 Norwich, Norfolk, England) Bassingthwaight family. Perhaps some family members can correspond by email. I am a grandson of George Henry Bassingthwaighte (Jonathan's son) who emmigrated to Cavalier County, North Dakota in 1887 and am researching family roots especially as regarding George Henry's move to North Dakota.

I have over 2,000 names in my Bassingthwaighte Family Tree Maker files and that is only the Canadian Branch. I welcome any dialog with family members on the internet.

MFT updated

Dougtracy18 — 2 Nov 2008 8:54:09 GMT

Manitoulin Family Trees was updated October 1 with over a thousand new names which will be kept in Manitoulin Island history.
http://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=mft
With the number of hits on the MFT website people from around the world are looking for their Manitoulin ancestors.
From the number of emails received people are also looking for Island pioneer surnames. This addition of familes will help researchers.If you can't find a pioneer name,email me
MFT has another project, THROUGH the YEARS which, I'm sure you will find very interesting
http://freepages.history.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~throughtheye... From all the Volunteers, Enjoy, Doug Tracy

Carter, James (~1857 - ?) of Manitoulin Canada

CCarter3 — 15 Jun 2002 4:04:45 GMT

James CARTER was born ~1857 in Sunnidale Township of Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada. James parents are Isaac and Mary Carter. By 1928 James was living in MANITOULIN.
I am seeking additional information on JAMES CARTER (my GG Uncle) and his family line. Any information appreciated. Thanks.
cliff.carter@telusplanet.net from St. Albert, Alberta

Anthony Zettler and Margaret (McCarthy) Zettler

Michele Fricke — 2 Nov 2008 8:57:29 GMT

I am seeking information on Anthony and Margaret Zettler, siblings, parents and descendents. Anthony came to US with two other brothers - Florien and perhaps Joseph. Anthony and Margaret meet in New York, New York. They are in the 1881, 1891 census on Barrie Island, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada. When Anthony died, the family moved to Walford, Ontario.(census 1901). They are Roman Catholic.

Manitoulin Pioneers

Dougtracy18 — 2 Nov 2008 8:59:39 GMT

The monthly update of Manitoulin Family Trees contains more families for searching and Obituaries added. If you can't find a name or wish to add names, send an email. The aim is still the same as 4 years ago, to list every pioneer who was born or moved to Manitoulin and those who bought property and made friends.
http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=mft
See how Tom Thomson of the Group of Seven was connected to Manitoulin.
If you wish to have your ancestors in the MFT dasebase and remembered in perpetuity on the place where it all started, Manitoulin Island, send email for information.
For the MFT 800 phone number, send an email.
Check out the latest MFT project, Through the Years
http://freepages.history.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~throughtheye...
Ode to Manitoulin Pioneers,
Doug Tracy

Catherine Lockhart & Neil McColman Families

Eileen — 15 Jul 2005 11:52:19 GMT

I'm searching for family members of my g great aunt & uncle, Catherine Lockhart & Neil McColman.
Below is their marriage registration.
002192-81 Neil McCOLEMAN, 21, farmer, Ontario, Mulmur, s/o Alexander McCOLEMAN & Flora CAMPBELL, married Catharine LOCKHART, 17, Ontario, Mulmur, d/o Robert LOCKHART & Jane FOGAL, witn: Francis LOCKHART & Elizabeth BOND both of Mulmur on Oct. 19, 1881 at Hornings Mills.
They lived on Manitoulin Island and had 2 daughters. One daughter's name was Mary, don't know the name of her sister. Catherine died February 14, 1901. Her daughters visited their Uncle Francis & Aunt Catherine Lockhart (my grandparents) at Vasey a couple times after their mother's death.
Any information on this family would be appreciated.

john moore and annie fields

lindadrybrough53 — 2 Nov 2008 9:03:37 GMT

i was wondering if anyone knew if john moore who married a annie fields,had a brother named james wallace moore who was married to a mary dixon mid 1870's-linda d

john moore and annie fields

lindadrybrough53 — 2 Nov 2008 9:07:55 GMT

i was wondering if anyone knew if john moore who married a annie fields,had a brother named james wallace moore who was married to a mary dixon mid 1870's on manitoulin-linda d

Linda Young Leclair

lauryle — 25 Aug 2008 12:15:13 GMT

I'm trying to locate an email address for Linda Leclair nee Young in relation to Lyle Dean Young s/o William McLeod Young, previously of Manitoulin Island.
If you have an email address or, are able to contact her please contact me at lauryle@manitoulin.net

Thanks
Laurie Lovelace
Manitoulin Genealogy website

William Whitney & Hannah Maria Roszell

Shelley Whitney Giles — 3 Dec 2003 1:38:02 GMT

Would anyone have any info on William Whitney, b. 1835 Bruce Co, Ont, and Hannah Maria (Roszell)Whitney, b. 1841 Grey Bruce, Ont?
Also, are there any databases that I can access online for more detailed census, birth, marriage, and death records. I have been to Archiva Net, and it is not very helpful for onsite research, as I am in AB and cannot access these archives in person...
Any help would be much appreciated, willing to share anything I have on these names: Whitney, Roszell, Skippen, Stringer, Garland and Anderson.

Regards,
Shelley Whitney Giles

John Twigger, b. 1840, Bedworth, England

couchresearch — 2 Nov 2008 9:13:47 GMT

Hi there,

Am looking for John Twigger, b. 1840, Bedworth, England and his wife, Mary Jane Cashmore, b. 1842, Bedworth, Engalnd. John and Mary Twigger had immigrated from England to Pennsylvania, U.S.A, before moving to Alice Township, Renfrew County, Ontario, Canada by 1880's. John and Mary Twigger had children names Joseph James, Edith, John N., Elizabeth, Eda, George, Joseph, Lucy Jane, Charlotte, Adaline.

Joseph James Twigger, from the list of children names above, had married Laura Campbell and had one child, Anna Violet Grace - in the Subury District. Joseph died early, so Mary remarried Irwin Miller. Trying to find more info on Irwin too (likely from PA / USA). Laura Campbell was born Billings Township, Manitoulin Isld.

Edith, had married Robert Leitch

John N. had married Alice Moore

George had married Celina / Selina Bailey

Charlotte had married William Restouill

Am trying to locate the Twigger family where-abouts in PA & ON, as well as, hard to find birth, marriage and death certificates to help confirm our family tree.

Regards,
Dan Kennedy
London, Ontario
couchresearch@gmail.com

Portraits of Manitoulin Past

Robinson1991 — 2 Nov 2008 9:14:56 GMT

Does anyone know where this book can be purchased?

M Peters Photographer, Gore Bay & Little Current

Gail Darby — 2 Nov 2008 9:17:18 GMT

I have a photograph of 5 young women, probably taken in the late 1890s or early 1900s by the photographer above.

The only link that I know of so far is that my Great Grandmother Cadotte lived in Honora Bay. I had assumed that she lived there alone with her husband, so who the women are I don't know

I inherited a mass of photos that were identified and have spent quite some time trying to organize them.

I will scan them in and send to anyone who might want to take a stab at identififying them.

Gail Darby

Directions to Little Current cemetery sought

Gail Darby — 2 Nov 2008 9:18:37 GMT

Since I don't know the area, I am looking for the driving directions in order to find St. Bernard's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Lot 8, Concession 10, Howland Township. I will be in the area in September and would like to find my great grandfather's (Augustus Cadotte) grave. I will be arriving in Little Current from Espanola. Many thanks for any assistance. Gail Darby

Great grandmother Sarah Brandow

Shirley — 2 Nov 2008 10:06:29 GMT

I am new to finding stuff on the internet. I know that my great grandmother Sarah Brandow lived on Manitoulin Island. I plan to visit the island this summer.

What is the best way to begin my search.

Burrison

SharonGurney — 4 Jan 2005 8:55:06 GMT

Researching the Burrison and associated families from Manitoulin Island. Any other Burrison researchers out there?

Bill

Dinsmore's of Gore Bay

RLBTW — 3 Nov 2008 10:45:48 GMT

Hello,
I am planning a trip to Manitoulin Island this summer to hunt for information about my Dinsmore family. I am a relative of Robert Spinks Dinsmore. I would like to find directions to cemeteries that they may be burried in. Also, i would like to try to locate their farm on the Island. Any hints or advice? Laura

Family of Richard Ireland/Judith McLean

sallyjo39 — 3 Nov 2008 10:48:05 GMT

Looking for Ireland b/1810, Judith Naughton,married 1837 Ireland, child John born 1838 in Kilkenny, Ireland.5 other children immigrated to VT 1858? Any info would be great.

VERONICA McGRAW

Laurie-Board Monitor — 3 Nov 2008 10:10:11 GMT

VERONICA McGRAW
In loving memory of Veronica McGraw July 14, 1923-July 20, 2000.
Veronica McGraw, a resident of Sucker Creek First Nation, passed away at the Manitoulin Health Centre, Little Current on Thursday, July 20, 2000 at the age of 77 years. She was the daughter of the late Peter and Mary Louise (Corbiere) Madahbee. Veronica was a member of the Anglican Church, and a member of the Elders Club and a past member of the Little Current Legion, Branch 177. She had many hobbies, including beadwork, crafts and puzzles, but her favourite pastime was bingo, and searching out yard sales. She was a true yard sale fanatic. However, Veronica's greatest joy was her family. She was a kind and loving and loved lady who will be remembered with many happy memories. She was known by all as 'Grandma.'
Her husband Stanley McGraw predeceased February 25, 1979. Dear and loving mother of Betty and Harry Saelens of Tillsonburg, Gladys King, friend Harry; Joan (husband Bob predeceased) Cranney; Ervin and Norma McGraw, Gordon McGraw, Fred and Karen McGraw, Kathy (Cookie) and Roland Bebamash, Beverly Wilson, Audrey and Clyde Bone, and Vern and Shawna McGraw all of Sucker Creek, and two special 'sons' Robert and his wife Jenny and Victor. Predeceased by daughter Georgina. Proud grandmother of 25 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Jean, Annie, Ivan, Lillian, Barb, Cecile, Eli, Archie, Linda, Patsy and Tootsie.
Predeceased by sisters Elizabeth and Doris and brothers Lawrence and Morris.
The funeral service was conducted at the Sucker Creek Community Hall on Saturday, July 22 with Reverend Richard White officiating. Interment in Holy Trinity Anglican Cemetery. In remembrance, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay
Manitoulin Expositor, July 26, 2000

Manitoulin Genealogy Website

lauryle — 10 Feb 2004 11:49:27 GMT

Posger or Posner Family on the Manitoulin in the 1800's

d_moggy — 10 Jun 2008 7:17:18 GMT

James Moggy married a Amelia (Posger or Posner) circa 1883 in Manitowaning. They moved west with stops in the Dakotas and then settling in the Helena, Montana area. Any information on Amelia's family would be appreciated.

Robertson / Crawford / Vanzant

joanncain845 — 3 Nov 2008 10:50:52 GMT

I am still looking for the Robertson family from Carnarvon Twp.,and at one time Haldimand Co.,Ontario
In 1897, William Robertson (son of Charles & Sarah (Marshall) Robertson) married an Elizabeth Crawford (daughter of Albert and Hanna (Vanzant) Crawford.
William and Elizabeth had 3 children all born in Sandfield Twp.,Mary, William and Charles
Anyone searching this Crawford line or Vanzant line might give me a hint on where to look. My head is sore from banging it against this Robertson brick wall
Many thanks
JoAnn Cain

Benjamin William Hopkins and Mary Duncanson

JoanHopkins24 — 2 Dec 2003 1:17:13 GMT

Searching for information on my grandparents Benjamin William Hopkins and Mary Duncanson, lived Robinson Township, 7 sons born on the Island. Also my ggrandparents
John and Catherine Duncanson buried Silver Water. Josias Hopkins wife Cora Love and family.
Joan

Christian St.Jean ( Nee ) Roque. Need her Obituary.

Minu1144 — 4 Nov 2008 12:50:19 GMT

Please Help, I have just started on the St.Jean family tree and need your help. Christian was born Mar 29, 1904 in Manitoulin to Louis Roque & Matilda Labatt, she married Emile St.Jean on Nov 26, 1930 at St.Joseph Church in Killarney, Church was replaced by St.Bonaventure's Church in 1951. Christian & Emile had four children that I know of,
Howie St.Jean, Velma St.Jean, Rosalie St.Jean and Nina St.Jean. Howie died in Windsor on July 10, 1995. I would like Christian & Emile St.Jean Obituary Please & Emile's birth date. Thank You for your Time, God Bless.

PECK/PECKS, Nellie b. 1888

bjsgd1875 — 6 Nov 2006 2:25:48 GMT

Looking for descendants or relatives of Nellie PECK/PECKS b.21 Dec. 1888 d/o Charles C. PECK and Ellen Elizabeth
MC VEY.
I think Nellie married William H. HUMPHREY and there were children, one of whom was George Earl.
The problem has been that records show three surnames for her, but I think I have the correct one now.
If anyone has any connection to Nellie, please respond.

Kirk and Dilworth

Dougtracy18 — 4 Nov 2008 12:58:49 GMT

George Arthur Kirk b abt 1835
son George Alex Kirk b 1857
son David Harold Kirk b 1892
son Harold KIRK b 1925

These marriages are from Manitoulin Genealogy website -
KIRK, David Harold married to HARTLEY, Ella Bertha on 28 Mar 1922 at Spring Bay. Birthplace of Groom: Guelph; birthplace of bride: Campbell Twp. Groom's father name and birthplace: George Alexander Kirk at Guelph, Ont; Groom's mother: Annie Amelia Tracy. Bride's father's name and birthplace: George Edward Hartley at York Twp; Bride's mother: Frances C. Maynard. OVR# 014402

KIRK, John Elmer married to STRINGER, Stella on 26 Nov 1919 in Little Current. Groom's birthplace: Guelph; bride's birthplace: Sheguiandah. Parents of Groom: George A. Kirk and Annie A. Tracy; Bride's parents: Jacob Stringer and Elizabeth Amelia Dunlop. OVR # 017424

KIRK, Thos., born in Beeton, Ont; married to NUGGET, Margaret, born in Ore Lake; married on 13 Nov 1906 at Providence Bay. Parents of the Groom: Geo. Kirk and Mary Delworth. Parents of the Bride: Edward Nugget and Mary Pearisen. OVR #004311

KIRK, William James born in Ontario married to: HILL, Minnie born in Ontario 26 Aug 1890 at Gore Bay. Parents of Groom: George Kirk and Mary Delworth; parent's of bride: Charles Hill and Margaret Ferguson. OVR# 001236

MFT update April 2

Dougtracy18 — 2 Apr 2008 6:20:09 GMT

Manitoulin Family Trees was updated April 2 with more new families and others with corrections and additions. Making it better for Researchers around the world to find their Manitoulin Pioneer Ancestors. More are wanting their family history kept safe and MFT does that by also having the database available on the Manitoulin. Looked after by the Island Pioneers Group of genealogists who live on the Manitoulin.

Christian St.Jean

Minu1144 — 2 Apr 2008 5:27:40 GMT

I would like to get a copy of Christina St.Jean Obit.
She was married to Emile St.Jean and lived and died in Killarney. They had four children, Howie, Valma, Rosalie, and Nin not sure of spelling of last child's name. Howie was born May 29, 1938 and died on July 10, 1995. I have just started the Family Tree. I would be greatfull for any information you can give me on this family.

McColman/Wilson

SandiEllison14 — 4 Nov 2008 6:56:02 GMT

Looking for information on a Catherine McColman born around 1850 that married a George Wilson. They had a daughter Annie that married a William Hickey. She is supposidly buried in Thessalon Algona Dist. Ont. I think that is on the Manitoulin Island.

Looking for information on McColmans

bobconnie_1 — 1 Sep 2006 2:27:44 GMT

I am trying to connect with any McColmans fromm the Manatoulin Islands

little current high school

normahughson — 11 Mar 2008 1:17:50 GMT

hello
I am again searching for information / pictures however this time it is anything of Little Current High School people / building / - (which was closed when the Manitoulin Sec School Opened in West Bay)

Would there be any interest if planning a reunion?
thank you for any input received please reply to:
nlhughson@manitoulin.net

Bassingthwaighte/Chalmers

LFrost188 — 10 Mar 2008 5:46:08 GMT

On 9 August 1841 James Bassingthwaighte, a convict aged 32 with a Ticket of Leave, married Mary Chalmers, aged 22, convict, in Launceston, Tasmania. I am doing research on Mary Chalmers, who arrived on the ‘Atwick’ in 1838, and would appreciate information about any children, about where they lived, and when and where they died.

Boyter & McGregor Families

Josie — 23 Feb 2006 10:58:05 GMT

Wondering if anyone would know the couple Roy Boyter & Jessie McGregor. I have done quite a bit on the Boyter and would like to start the McGregor Family, but I don't know Jessie McGregor's parents names or any other information regarding her or her family.
If anyone has any information that they could pass on, it would be greatly appriciated.

Thanks
Josie

Manitoulin Family Trees update

Dougtracy18 — 4 Nov 2008 7:44:46 GMT

The monthly update of Manitoulin Family Trees (MFT)was made on March 1, 2008. Many more names were added but you won't know who they are unless added to your own Family Tree.

Another project of MFT is having the Indexes and Headings of every of every page from the famous,THROUGH the YEARS on a website. This is a series of books that were printed each month by the Gore Bay Recorder from 1983 to 1997 of Manitoulin History. Stories, Poems and many interesting articles.
Have a free peek - http://freepages.history.rootsweb.com/~cdobie/manitoulin-2/i...

Collar

Darrell — 18 Jul 2006 10:45:13 GMT

Looking for info to confirm the birth of Grace Collar at Sucker Creek supposedly late 1890s,early 1900s.Grace married Roy(SAG) Lendrum and lived in Blind River ,Ont til her death
Thx...

Eleanor MacMurray obit

mapleleafsfan2005 — 4 Nov 2008 7:46:59 GMT

Hi,

We are looking for the up coming obit of Eleanor Mac Murray. She passed away last week, and was being cremated today. She is the second wife or Lawrence MacMurray ( pre-deceased). Thanks

Walter and Mae (May) Kerr

longstem — 24 Dec 2003 8:47:29 GMT

I am looking for decendants or information on Walter and Mae (may) Kerr of Little Current. They were Great Uncle and Aunt of my husband and I would like to hear from their family. Shirley Kerr

Ritchie - William David

Lesley — 4 Nov 2008 9:19:04 GMT

Recently tried to contact a B. Breadner who is researching the same Ritchies but the email bounced back!

I am researching John RITCHIE from Bobcaygeon, Ontario. John married Mary McCullough and had Sarah who married Hugh Alexander Anderson. Sarah was born in the Madrid/Waddington area of upper New York State. John's parents were James and Elizabeth. He also had brothers - James, Alexander and David Ritchie, and a sister Sarah who married a Henderson. They all left NewYork state in around 1857 or so to settle in the Galway Township and Bobcaygeon. John was a great gardener!

One of John Ritchie's son was William David who went to Little Current after marrying Matilda Johnson. His other son went to Blind River.

Any information on the Ritchie's would be greatly appreciated or if you know of the new email address for this member, please let me know!

Long Lost Marshall

joanncain845 — 4 Nov 2008 10:01:31 GMT

STILL looking for family of William Marshall (1833) and Elizabeth Hill (1848). This couple had 4 daughters Rebecca, Rachel, Mary, Margaret.Margaret was born in Carnarvon Twp in 1883.Rachel married a George ROOME in Gore Bay In 1895.
They just all disappered, I been looking for them for sometime and is my major roadblock
Any info on the Marshall or Roome families might lead me in the right direction.
Thanks

Manitoulin Family Trees updated

Dougtracy18 — 3 Nov 2008 6:32:17 GMT

The monthly update of Manitoulin Family Trees was, Feb 1. Many new names were added but the most important family tree is yours, please check it out. A very large contribution was for the Burrison family.If you would like to honour your Manitoulin Ancestors, just send a document.
Next month will have more news of, Through the Years on the Internet. A very interesting series of Books,1983-1995
In 1969, Evelyn Tracy was working at the Manitoulin Expositor office and her assignment was to visit residants at the Manor and ask for their life story. You will be amazed on how much these true pioneers contributed to the Island. There are other names so if you are related to or know any of these people visit MFT.
Calback,Mabel- Demers,Anita- Drier,Ed- Drolet,Ed- Fuller,Benna- Genereux,Jackie- Hall,George F.- Hayward,Dr.- Heis,Boyne- Hewitt,Alice- Huck,Jack- Jenkins,Myrtle
Johnston,Jim- Leeson,Kathryn- Lewis,Ernie- Manley,Larry- McCormich,Alice- McCready,Norm- McMillian,John- McNichol,Malcolm- Morton,Martha- Myers,Harriett
Pogue,Lee- Prior,Charlie- Robertson,John- Rozel,Lloyd- Siles,Sydney- Timmerman,Betty- Tyler,Mike- Van Horn,John T.-
Viney,Laura- Walsh,Jim- Wandabence,Dan- White,Eliza
Zimmerman,Art
Every Life Is A Story Worth Telling.
MFT is also linked to Manitoulin Genealogy
http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=mft
Volunteer Doug and webmaster of MFT - doug.tracy@3web.net

Samuel George and Abraham Huffman

Diane Shaw — 20 Dec 2003 11:30:45 GMT

Looking for information re Samuel George Huffman who lived on Manitoulin c 1888/8 in Howland Twsp. Also any info re Abraham Huffman (and family) who died Assignock (spelling?) 1903. Thanks

Death Registration Lookup -- James Henry Smith -- 1935

Madminx — 15 Jan 2008 6:13:44 GMT

Hi all!

Hoping that someone out there can help me. I need a lookup for the death of James Henry Smith of Sheguiandah Twp. (may be listed under Howland) who died April 10, 1935. I'm hoping that his death registration will list his mother's maiden name.

Thanks

Manitoulin Family Trees updated

Dougtracy18 — 1 Jan 2008 4:09:12 GMT

HAPPY NEW YEAR to ALL Manitoulin Haweaters and to ALL those who wish they were!
Manitoulin Family Trees was updated January 1, 2008 (always on the 1st of the month)
Thanks to all the supporters who help with additional names to make MFT a great website for Researchers.
Among the thousands of families your family is the important to you. Please check it and send attitional names and corrections to doug.tracy@3web.net
No living person with a birthdate born on or after 1911 will be listed on the Internet.
Preserve your own family tree in MFT so others searching can share your family history.

The Kirk family

Dougtracy18 — 4 Nov 2008 6:38:51 GMT

This will establish that George Kirk was the father of Dave Kirk mentioned in Marilyn's email -
Through the Years, Vol. II, No. 11, September 1985, page 24
Heroes Returning - May 29, 1919 - Corp. Dave Kirk M.M.
Corp. Dave Kirk, M.M., son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Kirk of Spring Bay enlisted from Barrie, Ontario, in the autumn of 1915 with the 157th Battalion. After training for a year at Camp Borden he went overseas in October 1916. While in France he saw considerable fighting in the taking of Vimy Ridge Hill 70 and Paschendaele in 1917 and took part in everything the Canadians were in, during the year 1918. Altogether, he was twenty-three months of active service in the firing line.
Corp. Kirk was fortunate in not being wounded, although he had many narrow escapes. He was decorated with the Military Medal and also won stripes for good conduct. Corp. Kirk is in good health and expects to visit his mother in Spring Bay and renew old acquaintances on the island.

My road block Joseph Genereux and Managamet Shawana

victoriagenereux1 — 17 Nov 2007 7:56:32 GMT

My name is Victoria Beatrice Genereux
I was wondering if it wasn't too much trouble could you please help me.

I was adopted out over 40 years ago and am trying to find out where I originated from.

I know my parents being
1. Rene Genereux (Living) and Andrea Jennings (Deceased)
2. Oscar Genereux (Deceased) and Victoria Larrivee (Deceased)
3. Norbert Genereux (Deceased) and Juliette Lamothe (Deceased) married 14 Oct. 1895 Bonfield, Ontario
4. Norbert Genereux (Deceased) and Marie Louise Marguerite Aubin (Deceased) married 08 Sept. 1852 St. Felix-de-Valois Joliette, PQ
5. Joseph Genereux (Deceased) and Managamet Shawana married 22 Apr. 1828 Ste, Elisabeth Joliette PQ

Joseph is the son of Joseph and Angelique Rival Bellerose
This is my road block his wife Managamet Shawana of Indenne nation des, Ojibwa, de I'lle Manitou, du haut, Canada

Can you help me at all please.

I know her name meant "Little bird singing in the sunset" and that she was a teacher.

Because she taught white children the changed her name several times.

Charolette West
Marguerite ?

But no matter what they named her her spouse remained the same.

Robert James Green, b abt 1943. d abt 1970 Manitoulin, Toronto, Ontario

ripriprip — 10 Jan 2007 3:55:54 GMT

Robert James Green died in a car accident. (see below)
If I am following the correct trail, then I am the daughter of Robert James Green. I was born in Toronto in 1964. I was adopted to a great family. The living relatives of Robert Green, may or may not know that I exist. I do not know if his family is from the Manitoulin area, Northern Ontario, or Toronto. So I posted here.

My birth mothers last name is Mowat. I have met her and know all about that side of my family. Her family has a history in Northern Ontario, and Perry Sound area.

More Info:
March 30, 1970 Toronto Star, News pg 34: Robert Green 27, of Toronto, died in a two car crash two miles south of the Manitoulin Island community of Manitowaning.

more info:
http://www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito/bites1960.html
Despite improved roads, safer cars and more stringent laws, the late 1960s saw the worst accidents on the Island that ever occurred. Over 20 were killed and more injured on Manitoulin roads in that half-decade. Several involved more than one fatality. At the end of July 1966 two youths were killed when the car in which they were passengers rolled near Manitowaning. Two more were killed in a traffic accident at West Bay in December of the next year and in the fall of 1969 a mother and young child were struck and fatally injured in Providence Bay. The carnage continued the following March when two members of a Sheshegwaning family were killed when their car collided head on with a pop truck on Highway 540 about 10 miles from Little Current.

Near the end of March 1970 nine young people, most of them teenagers, died when two vehicles crashed head on a couple of miles south of Manitowaning on Highway 68. (Robert Green was one of them)

At the time it was the second worst traffic accident in Canada, the worst having occurred on Highway 17 west of Espanola in July 1967 when 10 were killed.

Thomas Middaugh & Matilda Depew

GMiddaugh — 3 Dec 2003 1:30:55 GMT

We are trying to trace the parents, siblings & descendants of Thomas & Matilda (DEPEW) MIDDAUGH, who along with 5 of their 9 children located from Brougham, Pickering Twnsp ON., sometime after 11 Feb 1872.

Thomas MIDDAUGH, b abt 1831, Barton Twnsp Wentworth Cnty ON
Matilda DEPEW, wife, b 28 Aug 1830, Barton Twnsp m abt 1850

9 Children:

- Margaret Anne, b 11 May 1851
- William J., b abt 1857
- Sylvanius "Jean", b abt 1860
- Samuel T., b abt 1863
- Ira Sharrard, b 1 May 1865 - m Margaret "Maggie" Crawford
- Isabelle "Belle", b abt 1867 - m Ira Nighswander, 2 Jan 1896
- Ebeneezer "Eb", b abt 1869 m Edith Forsyth, 6 Jan 1897
- Richard, b abt 1882, m Rose Annie Lehman, 18 Jun 1918
- Martin "Marty", b abt 1888

Any and all info on this family would be greatly appreciated

Thanks

Matthew Griffith and Florence Hadley

louise1679 — 3 Dec 2003 5:49:01 GMT

My grandparents, Matthew GRIFFITH and Florence HADLEY were married in July 1905 in Gore Bay. They were married from the home of Dr. Johnston with whose family my grandmother was living. They treated her very well; in fact, they sent the wedding invitations. The only address on the invitation was "The Maples" Does anyone have any information about either the family or the home? My grandmother was one of the British Home Children, and it is nice to know that she found a family here that treated her like one of their own.
I would appreciate any information. Thank you.

Patreau, Denomie Last Names

lizpatreau — 11 Nov 2007 6:29:27 GMT

I am looking for anyone in the Manitoulin Island/Sault Ste. Marie area that would have information on the last name Patreau and/or Denomie. Please contact me if you know any details on an Angeline Denomie (married name Patreau). I believe she was born in Sault Ste. Marie about 1840-1855.

Haydens in Manitoulin

Murray_Hayden — 28 Aug 2007 1:54:18 GMT

Would any one have any info on Maurice Wellington Hayden, born Oct.30, 1925 in Burpee Twp. and married Julia Verdella Hill, born July 16, 1922, do not have there wedding date. They have 6 children, Judy Gail Hayden, Nancy Lou Hayden, Carol Pearl Hayden, Arthur Frederick Hayden, Robert Maurice Hayden, Sharon Anne Hayden.
Would like to know who Maurice Wellington Hayden, Father and Mother are.

MFT update Nov 1

Dougtracy18 — 2 Nov 2007 1:53:13 GMT

Manitoulin Family Trees was updated November 1 with many new Pioneer names to search. Even with thousands of family trees and over 20,000 mariages the MOST important family tree is YOURS. Please check it and if your tree is not there or needs additions and corrections send an email to MFT, doug.tracy@3web.net Added feature(in progress) is a new way to search for women with married names. MFT is linked to Manitoulin Genealogy, http://www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito/

doug.tracy@3web.net

great grandparents

anns13angel — 31 Oct 2007 7:33:04 GMT

I am looking for the resting place for John Young who died in Little Current in 1893 and his wife Jessie Mcleod. They immigrated to canada with 2 young children in 1879. Janet Isabel Young and William Mcleod Young who was my grandfather. They settled on Manitoulin and had 2 more sons. Any information would be appreciated. Thank You.

Jacques Parisien and Marguerite Laframboise

AnitaNelson29 — 24 Dec 2003 8:06:42 GMT

My great great grandmother Mary Ann Parisien(Restoule) was born around 1813 St. Joseph's Island, Ontario. Her parents were Jacques Parisien and Marguerite Laframboise born at Lecloche, Manitoulin Island. On one of her children's record her name was (Momey) but the other documents say Parisien. Confusion. Any help with my family lines would be appreciated. I would like to hear from others who share this lineage. Her daughter Elizabeth Restoule Lavallee Frechette was born April 1841 at French River, Ontario. I believe she was the oldest child. The others were baptized at St. Ann's Penetanguishene, Ontario.
I have not found Elizabeth's baptismal.

John Kitchimokimon Obituary

Laurie — 19 Feb 2003 12:41:33 GMT

JOHN KITCHIMOKIMON
At Birch Island on Saturday, November 15, 1980. John Kitchimokimon in his 83rd year, father of Anthony, David, Rita Poulin, Joanne Esquimaux, Joyce McGregor and Ericka Kitchimokimon. Also survived by 16 grandchildren. Rested at Birch Island Community Hall. Funeral mass at Birch Island Catholic Church on Saturday, November 22 at 10 am with Fr. George Topp S.J. officiating. Interment in Birch Island Cemetery. Manitoulin Expositor, December 13, 1980

(Please do not contact me as I have no connection to this family. For genealogy research visit www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito)

James Johnston, Sawmill operator [or owner]

stotherscomstone — 30 Sep 2007 1:20:25 GMT

Seeking information on a James Johnston who was involved (either an operator or the owner) with the sawmill in Manitoulin.

The book "Exploring Manitoulin" Shelly J. Pearen, third edition, p209 states "but in 1879 James Johnston from Pickering, Ontario took over the Sawmill."

Specifically, trying to determine if this James Johnston was born in either England or Ireland, a possible important ancestor.

Any information is much appreciated.

Janet Isabell Young and Robert James Rush

anns13angel — 17 Sep 2007 1:25:25 GMT

I am looking for any information on Janet and Robert Rush who were married in and lived in Manitoulin. Janet was my great aunt and the sister of my grand father. Two children were born out of this marriage, Mary Isabell and Robert, before Janets death in 1910. Any information of their children would be appreciated. Thank you in advance. Linda Leclair [Young]

MFT Update

Dougtracy18 — 1 Sep 2007 12:40:32 GMT

Manitoulin Family Trees was updated Saturday September 1 with more pioneer names and families. If your ancestors are not there, have them added, send to doug.tracy@3web.net

Catherine SYLVESTRE and Alexander MCKAY of Ontario

lalonder1 — 19 Aug 2007 4:47:11 GMT

Looking for the parents of this couple. According to the 1881 Canada census for Muskoka Co, Ontario, Catherine was born about 1833 in Ontario and was of french descent. She is listed with her children but not her husband Alexander McKay. Their children were Edouard, Alexander, John, James, William, Elizabeth (my great grandmother), Agnes, and David. At least 2 children were born in Penetanguishene, Simcoe Co, Ont and some of the children were married in Byng Inlet, Parry Sound Co, Ont. Most records for the children were found in parish records of Wikwemikong Mission on Manitoulin Island (there was a "travelling" Jesuit there), but I haven't been able to find the marriage of Catherine and Alexander. Any help greatly appreciated!!!

MFT

Dougtracy18 — 19 Aug 2008 11:35:19 GMT

Manitoulin Family Trees was updated August 1. Thanks to All who have sent in new material and others with corrections. Watch for new developments, one being the topic of, Family History.

CAPTAIN JOHN GREENWAY

Laurie-Board Monitor — 16 Jan 2002 4:20:54 GMT

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

Josette Sheperd Lamorandiere death - 1879

lauryle — 10 Feb 2004 11:49:27 GMT

LAMORANDIERE, At Killarney on August 22, 1879, Josette Sheperd, beloved wife of Chas de Lamorandiere, aged 59 years. Mrs. De Lamorandiere will be greatly missed in this village as she was always on hand to attend sick people at any time night or day. The village, therefore, will be in deep mourning. The funeral took place on Sunday, a large crowd attending.
-- posted in the Manitoulin Expositor

Austie Rush

pipollock — 8 Nov 2008 4:26:50 GMT

Does anyone know if Austie Rush (1901-1972) was a son to Robt J. Rush and Susan Stringer? His grave is with theirs in the Little Current cemetery (Mountain View?)

eades and stringers

Mcooper stratton — 3 Oct 2001 12:26:20 GMT

My mother in law is Rheta Clark Stratton daughter of Elizabeth Ada(dolly) Eade Clark and Lloyd Clark.
I am researching Eades and Stringers. Dolly was the daughter of Susan and Harry Eade.
If you have any information could you please send ?
I am also researching Rheta Pearl Eade Kaftel, her daughter
Mary Francis Kaftel Mcdougall lives with my mother in law in Stratford Ont.

Re: Annie Cook (Keyes)

waynekeyes1 — 8 Nov 2008 4:31:42 GMT

Any persons with information regarding Annie Cook (Keyes)born on Manitoulin Island could you contact me at waynekeyes@yahoo.ca

MFT

Dougtracy18 — 1 Jun 2007 3:23:20 GMT

The monthly update of, Manitoulin Family Trees was done on June 1. Over 1,000 names were added, a great way to keep your ancestors in perpetuity. MFT is linked to, Manitoulin Genealogy, http://www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito/

Prior Family of North Bay

marie — 6 Nov 2003 10:27:17 GMT

I am looking for information on the Prior family that lived around North Bay. My father, James Bell, and my Uncle, R Bell, both spoke often of visiting these cousins. Frederick Prior married Ellen Milne in England and they had at least four children - Fred and Nellie are the ones my uncle remembers best - these visits would have been in the 1920s and thirties. Unfortunately, my father and his brother didn't pay alot of attention to proper names or relationships so my material is scanty. What I have is at

http://www.tribalpages.com/tribes?userid=cranberry

Any help would be appreciated. I would like to find the family information to share with my uncle who turned 89 recently.

Manitoulin only

Dougtracy18 — 9 May 2007 2:04:55 GMT

Am just back from Manitoulin Island and all is well there. Libraries are pleased with the new system of the Island Pioneers database on a CD. The Trade Fair was hugh and Manitoulin Genealogy Club had an excellent display of old photos and lots of interest in them. Sunday evening I attended, Salem Missionary Church as they had an wonderful Slide Show of Spring Bay Pioneers - even had photos of Benjamin Bock and Ebenezer Tracy

Louise Corbiere Ojibwe Manitoulin Ontario Canada

GerisGenes — 25 Nov 2006 11:42:14 GMT

I am doing research on the Corbiere surname on the Manitoulin Island Ontario Canada

Only verbally was the maiden name for my Great Grandmother Louise known, and it was misconstrued. Little was known about my ggrandmother Louise : she came from Canada, she was born in 1892, she may have had a brother who was a mounty, she was indian and french, she may have been previously married and have had another family. She met my Great Grandfather Jack Buynar and they had a daughter Esther (my grandmother) in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1928. After she was born they moved to Miami Florida and had 3 more children Alfred, Joseph and Estelle. Then unfortunately Louise died of cancer in Jan 1938 and on her death certificate it states she was born in Excelsior Canada. She is buried in Miami with no grave marker. We have found her grave site and she is buried in a section of the cemetery reserved for people of color (at that period in time even cemeteries were segregated).

I am sure I have found Louise in the 1901 Canadian Cesus, West Bay Indian Reserve, Billings, Ontario, parents Louis & Esther Corbiere. When I found this information it blew me away, because my grandmothers name is Esther, so Louise named her first born daughter after her mother and for certain she is Native American.

I have found out that Excelsior is a post office location on Manitoulin and wonder why it was used as her birth place on her death certificate

I would like to find some more information about the Ojibwe and the reservations of the Manitoulin Island.

Blessings,
Geri
www.gerisgenes.com

MacLennan

Meredith — 20 Mar 2005 8:40:35 GMT

I'm searching for any information on the MacLennan's or any one that married into the MacLennan families.

Trade Fair

normahughson — 7 May 2007 12:40:32 GMT

Thank you, for all who submitted pictures / information to go to the trade fair - it was a huge sucess, there was 9,000 plus people attended.
The booth was very busy with reseachers, all having Manitoulin connections.
Thank you, for all the help it could not have been without the support of many.
Thanks to all the great people.
Norma (nlhughson@manitoulin.net)

Ancestry Immigration Database free until April 30

SWILLIAMSON1234 — 25 Apr 2007 10:53:08 GMT

Ancestry is offering free access to the above database until April 30.

The link is: http://landing.ancestry.com/immigration/main/?URL=immigratio...

Sherry

RENNIE / McLEOD Little Current 1907

mamaburk — 20 Sep 2006 4:19:14 GMT

Does anyone know anything about William Rennie and his wife Margaret [McLeod] who were married in Little Current 9 Jan 1907? She was born in Manitowaing, the daughter of James McLeod and Christine McKenzie. The witnesses to the marriage were Alex and Bella McLeod of Little Current. I am interested in finding descendants.

Jean Bell

silverbelle763 — 19 Apr 2007 8:07:07 GMT

I am looking for someone who may know of Jean Bell or her family. I believe she and her family lived on Manitoulin in the 20s/30s. Any info would be appreciated.

Charles Frederick Bibby Death

Laurie — 4 Feb 2004 5:52:45 GMT

BIBBY, Charles Frederick, 89 years, Thursday October 28, 1999 at the Palliative Care Unit Sudbury Regional Hospital-Laurentian Site. Beloved husband of Roberta (Bert) McCrea (predeceased) born in North Bay, Ontario. He was the son of the late Charles and Mary Bibby, loving father of Charles (predeceased 1960); Lee, Langly, BC; Kent (predeceased 1974); John (predeceased 1996); Pat Davies (Gilbert) of Sudbury; Judy (predeceased 1985) and Linda Allen (Bob) of Sudbury. Dearest grandfather of 21 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Charles was a life long conservationist having served as Chief Conservation Officer in Sudbury from 1940 to his retirement in 1976. He was a talented curler at the
Sudbury Granite Club and curled in many MacDonald Briers. He was an accomplished pianist and organist having competed his musical studies through the Royal Conservatory. He was a life member of Nickel Lodge AF and AM of Canada having completed 50 years and more; a member of the Sudbury Game and Fish Association, as well as an honourary life member of Sudbury Rod and Gun Club. After retirement Charles and Bert built their dream home at Sheguiandah on Manitoulin Island before Bert's health forced them to move back to Sudbury. Funeral service was held in the R.J. Bernard Chapel on Saturday, October 30, 1999. Cremation at the Parklawn Crematorium. A Masonic service was held at the Nickel Lodge #427 AF & AM on Friday, October 29. Arrangements entrusted to Jackson & Barnard Funeral Home, Sudbury. Manitoulin Expositor, published November 3, 1999

trade fair May 4, 5, 6. 2007

normahughson — 10 Mar 2007 11:59:51 GMT

the Manitoulin Trade Fair is the first weekend in May and the Genealogy Club is going to have a display but we need everyones help - we would like to have your family represented - could you email to me a photo of your family who lived on Manitoulin in past years - on the photo list who the people are and where they lived - and a brief note of the family history
thank you

Cecile Lamoreaux or Mad. Wassegijig

Odette1582 — 14 Dec 2006 6:44:16 GMT

Hello,

I am currently working on my grandmother's family tree. I did find a marriage annoucment for a Cecile Lamoreaux to a Earnest Miron. The annoucement stated that the parents of the Bride were Alex Moses and Mad. Wassegijig. They married on 26 November 1918 in Little Current.

I unfortunately do not know which way to go, and have not been able to find any more information regarding Cecile Lamoreaux's parents. I am desperately trying to get information from my family, but to no avail.

Since I am not familar with Counties, Indian Reservations and such, I am sure that this is hindering me a alot. I do know that My Grandmother has 1/2 Ottawa Indian in her and that she was registered at one time. I haven't been able to glean anything from my mother regarding that as well.

If someone could point me in the right direction on this, it would greatly be appriciated.

WESTICOTT families

Kat — 20 May 2006 11:08:29 GMT

Brothers William and John Westicott were listed on a MANITOULIN site due to births of Grace and William James Westicott. William James married Gertie Burton.

The last name is also spelled WESTCOTT, WESTECOTT, and WESTACOTT. They married McCLEARY or MCLEARY sisters. I am tracing the MCCleary family in the area of Corcreany/Lurgan, Ireland where father Andrew McCleary came from. Does anyone know of these families?

Orland MacMurray

mapleleafsfan2005 — 26 Mar 2007 3:12:16 GMT

Hi,

I am looking for the Obituary of Orlnad MacMurray. He passed away friday in Elliot Lake. He will be exposed at the funeral home in Little Current. I dont know where the obit will appear.

Thanks,

Ken & Lynn

Manitoulin Family Tree

SWILLIAMSON1234 — 24 Mar 2007 10:43:23 GMT

Thought you would like to know that Doug Tracy has posted a tree to some of the the Manitoulin Island library computers that includes living individuals.

This is in no way attached to the family tree on the internet.

It is my understanding, the only way that you can be removed is to view the tree on the Island computers and ask to be deleted.

Just want everyone to be aware of the situation in the event that they do not want details on their family listed.

Kind regards,

Sherry Williamson
Canton, Michigan

Descended from David Willimson / Sarah Lynch - James Williamson / Lottie Vincer - Henry Roswell Williamson / Living Card

Lets move on

L_Goutouski — 25 Mar 2007 11:38:53 GMT

There has been a good discussion about MFT, but now it is time to move it off the board. Mr. Tracy should be contacted privately and hopefully a resolution can be found that will protect the privacy of the living, and the MFT database will be the excellent genealogical tool for finding ancestors that it was, I am sure, meant to be.
Lets move on folks.

Lynn G.
Manitoulin Board Admin

trade fair May 4, 5, 6. 2007

normahughson — 10 Mar 2007 11:59:58 GMT

VIOLA FLORENCE PYETTE

Laurie-Board Monitor — 20 Jan 2002 1:51:12 GMT

VIOLA FLORENCE PYETTE
In loving memory of Viola Florence Pyette who passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2000 at Manitoulin Centennial Manor, age 81 years. Born in Pembroke on September 28, 1918. Predeceased by her beloved husband Robert in 1980 and her brother Merle and his wife Rose. Dear daughter of Charlotte and Cliff O'Brien, both predeceased. Remembered by Aunt Viola Bromley of Sudbury. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 28, 2000 at Island Funeral Home officiated by Wally Wood. Interment was at Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Island Funeral Home.
Manitoulin Expositor March 29, 2000

McClinchey / Cropley

HHellar — 9 Mar 2007 3:27:57 GMT

McClinchey were in Kagawong, Manitoulin Ile. from 1873/4 to 1892. Roberts wife, Theresa Cropley? seems to have no beginning, she is not found on census befor their marriage in 1867. ( King Twp. ) We were told that she had a cousin in Kogawong. That this cousin & her husband ran the local store, can someone tell me who ran the local store & better yet,the ladys name & family ? Thank you, Diane nee McClinchey Hellar

MacKenzie, Viola Evelyn Death

Laurie — 2 Sep 2001 11:24:42 GMT

MACKENZIE, Viola Evelyn, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 23, 2000. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Donald; three sons, David (Lynn), Paul (Cathy) and James (Laurie); nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. Born Viola Martell on January 1, 1928 in Little Current, Manitoulin Island to Joseph Adelard and Nellie Martell, she was predeceased by her sister (Joyce) and brothers (Joseph, Donald and Jeffrey). She was a faithful believer in Jesus and most recently attended the Church of Christ in Beamsville, Ontario. Manitoulin Expositor, published January 10, 2001

The Manitoulin BMD Exchange

SWILLIAMSON1234 — 4 Mar 2007 4:29:47 GMT

Laurie Lovelace has created a BMD exchange for Manitoulin on her site. If you hold images of birth, marriages or deaths and would like to share these with others, please visit http://www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito/index.html You will then see a category on the home page for the BMD Exchange.

Do not forget to stop by the Manitoulin Family Tree... it is linked through Laurie's site or visit directly at http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=mft

Happy hunting to all!!

Church Records

jmartin88 — 28 Feb 2007 3:51:49 GMT

Could someone please tell me how to consult church records for Hilly Gove. We are still trying to determine the final resting place for Annie Chatwell Keith who passed away in Feb. of 1918. Thank you.

Old Newspapers from the Island

Beverly Golden — 22 Apr 2002 9:48:44 GMT

Was there a newspaper published for the Island in 1877 ?. I am interested in finding out what happened to 2 people of the same family in 1877. according to the Death Records on line there was a Charles Bryan died June 27 1877 location Assiginack Cause of Death , Violence, hands,Fellow man place of birth Ontario OVR#001008.
then 2 lines down there is another listing William Bryan June 29 1877 Location Assiginack, Cause of Death Violence -Hands -Fellow men place of Birth Ireland OVR#001009. Just curious were these 2 men father and son or grandson did they kill each other ?or did someone assault them . would be interested in finding out about these Bryan men and the circumstances. Bev

Obituary Look-up Please-KEITH , CHATWELL

jmartin88 — 14 Feb 2007 12:29:25 GMT

Wish to obtain a copy of an obituary for Annie KEITH (nee Chatwell). Annie passed away Feb.28, 1918. She was the daughter of Frank CHATWELL and Elizabeth COE. They lived near the Slash(?) Annie was Grandmother of my cousin and I am trying to help her find this obit. Many Thanks

Paul Golding Obituary

Laurie — 18 Feb 2003 12:48:23 GMT

PAUL GOLDING
Sadly Paul left his family on Thursday, December 13, 2001. Beloved husband of Robin of Thamesford. Loving father of Todd and his wife Diane of Stow, Ohio and Nicole and friend Brad and cherished grandson Mason all of Otterville. Survived by a brother David and his wife Sally of Monterrey, Mexico and 2 sisters Marilyn and her husband Hugh of Manitowaning and Helen and her husband Ian of Arnprior. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews.
Paul was raised in Thamesford and on Manitoulin Island at their summer camp and had many wonderful memories of those years. He married his best friend in 1962, and they settled in Thamesford. Paul was very involved in the community, serving as village Trustee, Hydro Commissioner and coach and was a life member of the Lions Club, always lending a helping hand. Paul retired after 30 years at Bell Canada and drove a school bus and truly enjoyed each child. He was well known for the odd prank and being somewhat of a klutz at times.
He spread his humour and happiness throughout his life. Paul's happiest times were spent at their summer residence on Manitoulin Island and his ultimate joy was his boats, fishing poles and famous fish stories. Paul cared deeply for his family and the many people he met over the years, which resulted in many lasting friendships.
A celebration of Paul's life took place at the Harland B. Betzner Funeral Home in Thamesford on Sunday, December 16, 2001 with Reverend Roger McCombe officiating. Cremation. As an expression of sympathy
memorial donations may be given to the Lake Manitou Fishing Association.
"Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Loved, missed, forever dear."
Arrangements entrusted to Harland B. Betzner Funeral Home, Thamesford, Ontario.
Manitoulin Expositor, December 19, 2001

(Please do not contact me as I have no connection to this family. For genealogy research visit www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito )

Manitoulin Website

lauryle — 10 Feb 2004 11:49:27 GMT

If you have not been to the Manitoulin site lately this is just an update. Two weeks ago the Mindemoya and Providence Bay cemeteries were added.
This weekend Lockyer, Hughson, Bidwell United Church and St. Paul's Anglican Church cemeteries were added.
The birth index had 135 new names added from 1892 and a few from other years.
Good luck with your research
Laurie

Aloysius Shawana Obituary

lauryle — 10 Feb 2004 11:49:27 GMT

ALOYSIUS SHAWANA
Shawana - At Manitoulin Health Centre on Thursday, July 10, 1980, Aloysius Shawana of Wikwemikong in his 66th year. Beloved husband of Lucy Trudeau. Dear father of Lorraine (Mrs. Edward Koseyah) of Thornhill, Joe Alex, Lloyd, Nelson and Clayton, all of Wikwemikong. He rested at his home. Funeral mass at Holy Cross Catholic Church on Monday, July 14, at 10 am. Interment in Buzwah Cemetery. Manitoulin Expositor, July 16, 1980

(Please do not contact me as I have no connection to this family. For genealogy visit www.rootsweb.com/~onmanito)