Robert John "Bob" Duncan

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• Name: Bob Duncan
• Name: Bobbie Duncan
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Notes:

Served on the session of the Almonte United Church and the Auld Kirk Cemetery Committee. He was a member of Mississippi Masonic Lodge #147 and an ardent curler.

Birth:
Birth register, Ramsay, Lanark County, Ontario
Birth registation Number: 025589
Name: Robert John Duncan
Date of Birth: 26 Jan 1909
Gender: Male
Birth County or District:Lanark
Attending Doctor: J. F. Hanley
Father's Name:Wm John Duncan
Mother's name:Mina Simpson
Archive Name:Archives of Ontario
Archive Series:MS929
Archive Reel:11



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Died:
Almonte Gazette Death Notice

DUNCAN - Suddenly at his residence, R.R. 3, Almonte on Sunday, January 24th, 1971. Robert John Duncan. Dear son of the late William Duncan and the late Mina Simpson. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Ila Coxford, dear father of Donald, at home Nancy and Janice, Kingston. Dear brother of James K., Chesterville, in his 62nd year. Rested at the Kerry Funeral Home, 154 Elgin Street, Almonte, where services were held on Wednesday, January 27th, at 2 p.m. Entombment Auld Kirk Cemetery Vault. Interment in the Spring.

Robert John Duncan
The sudden death of Robert Duncan occurred at his residence, R.R. 3, Almonte, on Sunday, January 24th, 1971.
Born in Ramsay Township on January 26, 1909, he was born the son of the late William J. Duncan and the late Mina Simpson. Throughout his lifetime he farmed on the 11th line of Ramsay.
Mr Duncan was married June 14, 1941, to the former Elizabeth Coxford of Almonte.
He was a member of Almonte United Church, a member of the session of the Church, and served on the Auld Kirk Cemetery Board. Also a member of the Masonic Lodge No 147. He was an ardent curler for a great many years.
Survived besides his wife are one son Donald at home, twin daughters, Nancy, Queen's University, Kingston, and Janice, School of Nursing, K.G.H., Kingston; a brother James K. of Chesterville.
A Masonic service was held at the funeral home, Tuesday evening at 8 p.m.
the funeral was held from the Kerry Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 27, 1971. Service was conducted by Rev McCrea of Almonte United Church.
Pallbearers were Morden Duncan, Charles Symington, Roy Thompson, Lloyd Reid, George A. Thompson and Ross Craig.
Entombment was made in the Auld Kirk Vault. Interment in the spring.

Buried:
Burial: Range E, Plot 40

gravestone, Auld Kirk, Almonte, Ontario.
Plots E33 to E64 stone 1123 pg 61

Robert John Duncan Jan 26,1909 - Jan 24, 1971
His wife Elizabeth Ila Coxford June 30, 1916 - Febuary 28, 2009

Robert married Elizabeth Ila Coxford on 14 Jun 1941 in Almonte, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of Herbert Lorenzo "HERB" Coxford and Sarah ILA Scott) was born on 30 Jun 1916 in Ramsay Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was christened on 25 Nov 1917 in Almonte, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 28 Feb 2009 in Almonte, Mississippi Mills, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried on 3 Mar 2009 in Auld Kirk Cemetery, Ramsay, Mississippi Mills, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Married:
Married at residence of Elizabeth's Coxford's parents Ila and Herb Coxford, 98 Malcolm Street, Almonte, Ontario.

1. Living
2. Living
3. Living

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• Name: Willie Duncan
• Name: Willy Duncan
• Name: Wm. Duncan
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Notes:

On the homestead when his father Robert died in 1893.

(Medical): Blanch Hobbs (Wills) nursed William for a number of months before his death on 28 Jan 1941. He was bed ridden and in declining health for a number of months. Blanch was married to Robert Henry "Harry" Hobbs, they lived in Goulbourn Township.

Birth:
1911 census, Ramsay, ON

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Died:
?b?Mr William John Duncan?/b?
Ramsay lost one of its best known farmers on Tuesday, January 28th, 1941, in the death of Mr William John Duncan. he was in his 84th year and passed away on the farm, 11th line of Ramsay, where he was born and spent his long life.Mr Duncan was a son of the late Robert Duncan and his wife Elizabeth McLinton. In 1905 he was married to the former Mina Simpson of Goulbourn, who predeceased him in 1935. He is survived by two sons, James K. Duncan of Ashton and Robert J. on the homestead. There are also brothers and sisters, namely, James of Winnipeg; Alexander in Penticton, B.C.; Mrs James Caskey, Winnipeg; Mrs Geo Robertson, Penticton, B.C. and Mrs Kidd Simpson, Ashton. The late Mr Duncan was one of this district's most substantial citizens. He lived quietly and industriously and never sought public office. He was a member of Bethany United Church, Almonte. He was a good neighbour and will be greatly missed by a wide circle of friends. The funeral will be held from the family residence on Friday afternoon at 2:30 (Standard Time) to the Auld Kirk Cemetery.

Buried:
Range C, Plot 104

Buried in family plot together with:
Robert DUNCAN Mar 28, 1893 aged 85 yrs. His wife Eliza McLINTON Sep 3, 1908 aged 84 yrs.
George A. DUNCAN infant son of Wm and [Mina] Helen DUNCAN.
William J. DUNCAN 1857 - 1941. His wife Mina SIMPSON July 15, 1935 aged 65 yrs

William married Mina Helen Simpson on 24 Jan 1905 in Ashton, Goulbourn Township, Carleton County, Ontario, Canada. Mina (daughter of Joshua John Simpson and Eliza Kidd) was born on 30 Dec 1869 in Goulbourn Township, Carleton County, Ontario, Canada; died on 15 Jul 1935 in Ramsay Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried on 17 Jul 1935 in Auld Kirk Cemetery, Ramsay, Mississippi Mills, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Name: Helen Mina
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Notes:

Name:Mina Simpson Duncan[Mina Simpson Simpson]
Death Date:15 Jul 1935
Death County or District:Lanark
Age:65
Gender:Female
Estimated Birth Year:abt 1870
Birth Location:Ontario
Father:Jas Simpson
Mother:Eliza Kidd

Birth:
1911 census, Sep 1869
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Died:
Mrs Wm J. Duncan
A highly respected resident of Ramsay, Mrs William J. Duncan, passed away suddenly on Monday morning, July 15th, at the age of 65 years. Mrs Duncan had been in apparent good health and her death came as a great shock to the whole community. Deceased, whose maiden name was Mina Simpson, was the daughter of the late Joshua Simpson and Eliza Kidd of Goulbourn and had lived in Ramsay since her marriage. Left to mourn the loss of a devoted wife and mother are her husband, Wm J. Duncan and two sons James of Ashton and Robert at home. Two sisters, Mrs Powers of Weyburn, Sask., Mrs W. Cram of Carleton Place and two brothers, Mr John Kidd Simpson and Mr Clayton Simpson, both of Ashton and Mr Rolland Simpson of Winnipeg, also survive. A large number of friends and relatives attended the funeral on Wednesday July 17th. Rev C.D. McLellan of Bethany United church of which deceased was a faithful member, conducted the services at the home and the grave. Interment was made at the Auld Kirk Cemetery. the pallbearers were to sons, James and Robert, two nephews, Ormand and James Simpson and Allan and Morden Duncan. Numerous beautiful floral tributes testified to the esteem in which the deceased was held. A kindly charitable woman a good neighbour and friend, Mrs Duncan will be greatly missed in the community.

Buried:
Burial Plot: Range C, Plot 104
Inscription: William J. DUNCAN 1857 - 1941 His wife Mina SIMPSON July 15, 1935 aged 65 yrs

Plots C97 to C108 Stone 698 pg 38

Robert DUNCAN Mar 28, 1893 aged 85 yrs His wife Eliza McLINTON Sep 3, 1908 aged 84 yrs
George A. DUNCAN infant son of Wm and [Mina] Helen DUNCAN
William J. DUNCAN 1857 - 1941 His wife Mina SIMPSON July 15, 1935 aged 65 yrs

Notes:

Married:
?b?WEDDING AT ASHTON.?/b? At the residence of Joshua Simoson of the 9th concession of Goulburn a goodly assembly met to witness the marriage of Miss Mina Simpson to William J. Duncan of Ramsay by Rev. R. Calvert, B.D.

The wedding march was played by Miss Irene Simpson and the bride was given away by her oldest brother. J. Kidd Simpson. Miss Maggie Kidd of Prospect supported the bride and Mr Peter Stewart of Appleton gave similar support to the groom. The ceremony over and congratulations the company sat down to a sumptuous repast, beautifully served by the young ladies of the Simpson and Kidd households.

Games, pleasantly followed. Mr. and Mrs. Duncan will make their home in Ramsay. The bride was organist of the Methodist Sunday school and a very active member of the church, and will be much missed from the neighborhood of her old home..


005312-05 (Carleton Co) William John DUNCAN, 43, farmer, Ramsay Twp, same, s/o Robert DUNCAN & Eliza McLINTON married Helen Mina SIMPSON, 35, Goulburn, same, d/o Joshua SIMPSON & Eliza KIDD. Wit Peter STEWART of Appleton and Maggie KIDD of Prospect. January 24, 1905 at Ashton.
http://homepages.rootsweb.com/~maryc/carl05.htm
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www.ancestry.ca [accessed 1600320]
marriage register, Goulbourn Twp., Carleton Co., ON

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Notes:

Birth:
Christening:
Register of Births and Baptisms, Paisley Museum

Came to Canada from Scotland in 1821 with his parents.

In religion he was an ardent Presbyterian, in politics a Reformer. He never sought office but enjoyed the respect of a host of neighbours and acquaintances.

" One of the districts more substantial citizens. He lived quietly and industriously and never sought public office."

(Research): Robert Duncan member of Free Church

Crown Patent: SW 1/2 L 9 C 11, 19 Jan 1864.

(Medical):attending physician: Dr. Burns.
Informant: Wm. J. Duncan of Ramsay Township, farmer.
Registrar: Jas Caskey, Ramsay Township

Birth:
Register of Births and Baptisms, Paisley Museum
SurnameDUNCAN
ForenameROBERT
Parents/ Other DetailsROBERT DUNCAN/AGNES GIFFERD FR79 (FR79)
GenderM
Date24/03/1809
Parish Number573/3
Ref40 133
ParishPaisley Burgh or Low

ScotlandsPeople

Christened:
DUNCAN
ROBERT
ROBERT DUNCAN/AGNES GIFFERD FR79 (FR79)
M
24/03/1809
573/3
40 133
Paisley Burgh or Low

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Came to Lanark County between 1820 - 1822

Died:
1893, Friday March 31 Stone 698
The Almonte Gazette page 4

Another Old Settler at Rest
Again it becomes our duty to chronicle the demise of one of the hardy pioneers of this section - one who had his share of hardships incident to the vicissitudinary period in which this county was first settled - in the person of Mr Robert Duncan, of Ramsay, who passed away on Tuesday morning last, in his 86th year. His death was sudden, He arose as ussual, ate a hearty breakfast and died half an hour later, from heart failure it is suposed. For the last eight or ten years Mr Duncan had been subject to occasional weak spells; prior to that time he always enjoyed vigorous health. Deceased was born in Paisley, Scotland in January 1808. He came to Canada with his parents in 1821. They settled the same year on the 11th line of Ramsay, in which deceased lived continuously till his death., a period of over seventy years. Mr Duncan was twice married - first to Margaret Lockhart, by whom he had two children, Mrs James Caskey, of this town, and Mrs James Stirton, of Seatle, Washington and by his second wife Eliza McLinton, who survives him, seven children, all of whom are living, viz: Robert, David and Margaret, in Manitoba; James of Arnprior; Alex, in Detroit; William and Mary, on the homestead. In religion deceased was a Presbyterian, and in politics a Reformer. He never sought public office of any kind. He was a man of unswerving integrity, and enjoyed the respect of his neighbours and acquaintances; and a host of friends will receive the anouncement of his death with sincere sorrow. The remains will be interred in the eighth line cemetery this (Thursday) afternoon

Buried:
Plots C97 to C108 Stone #698
Robert Duncan Mar 28 1893 85 yrs. His wife Eliza McLinton Sep 3, 1908 84 years
George A Duncan infant son to Wm. & Mina Duncan
William J, Duncan 1857 - 1941. His wife Mina Simpson July 15, 1935 65 yrs.

Robert married Eliza Matilda McLinton on 8 Apr 1856 in Lanark County, Canada West. Eliza (daughter of William McLinton and Elizabeth) was born in 1826 in County Down, Northern Ireland; died on 3 Sep 1908 in Ramsay Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried on 5 Sep 1908 in Auld Kirk Cemetery, Ramsay, Mississippi Mills, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Name: Eliza Matilda McClinton
• Name: Elizabeth McClinton
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Notes:

(Research):Originally recorded death as 28 Mar 1893. OBITUARY 3 September 1908

Evelyn Simpson in 1974: Eliza McLinton was from the 7th line of Goulbourn, possibly sister of Greg, William and Robert.
Was the daughter of either ?b?William?/b? or?b? David McLinton, they were brothers ?/b? from Ireland settling on 7th line of Goulbourn. William McLinton came out from Ireland with his brother David

Descentents of Greg McLinton could be Mrs Stewart King of Almonte, Mabel Kenny from Cobden.
For McLinton history contact Mrs. Norma Kenny (Cobden); niece of Mrs. Stewart King (Almonte), granddaughter of Greg

Robert McLinton possibly grandfather of Mrs C. Morton of Carleton Place
Beatrice Morton:

(Medical):Death after 3 weeks

Died:
As a run-down clock gradually ceases to tell off the passing hoursso did the life of Mrs Robt Duncan gradually ceases to be, when this Thursday morning her spirit passed back to Him who gave it. Born in Ireland over eighty-two years ago Eliza McLinton came with her parents to Canada, they settled in Goulbourn, where the deceased spent her life until her marriage about fifty years ago to Mr. Robert Duncan of Ramsay. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Duncan took up their residence on the Eleventh line, where their home was until they were called away. To them seven children were born. These are Robt and David at Cartwright, Man; James and Margaret (Mrs Geo Robertson, Winnipeg; Mary (Mrs J.K. Simpson), Ashton; Alex, New York and William at home. Mrs Duncan is the last member of her fathers family. The deceased was of a quiet and retiring nature, but a good neighbour and one respected by all. She was for many years a consistent member of St. Andrews Church, Almonte. the funeral will take place on Saturday at 2 o'clock from her late residence to the eighth line cemetery.


Buried:
Plots C97 to C108 Stone #698 pg 38
Robert Duncan Mar 28 1893 85 yrs. His wife Eliza McLinton Sep 3, 1908 84 years
George A Duncan infant son to Wm. & Mina Duncan
William J, Duncan 1857 - 1941. His wife Mina Simpson July 15, 1935 65 yrs.

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Notes:

(Research):Elizabeth Duncan notes suggest born in 1834

Birth:
1. Hancocks, Elizabeth, C.G.,County Marriage Registers of Ontario 1858 - 1869, Volume 30, Lanark County, Global Heritage Press Inc., 2005
lists age 26

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Died:
death register, 7 Dec 1905, Goulbourn, ON, age 71

Joshua married Eliza Kidd on 13 Sep 1860 in Franktown, Beckwith Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Eliza (daughter of John Kidd and Margaret Garland) was born on 26 Sep 1844 in Beckwith Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 6 Feb 1914 in Goulbourn Township, Carleton County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in 1914 in Dewar Cemetery, Beckwith Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Alt. Birth: 26 Sep 1843, Beckwith Township, Lanark County, Canada West

Notes:

MARRIAGE:
Name: Eliza Kidd
Birth Place: Beckwith Township
Residence: Beckwith Township
Age: 17
Estimated birth year: abt 1843
Father Name: John Kidd
Mother Name: Margaret Kidd
Spouse Name: John Simpson
Spouse's Age: 26
Spouse Birth Place: Canada
Spouse residence: Goulbourn Township
Marriage Date: 13 Sep 1860
Marriage Location: Franktown
Marriage County: Lanark
Archives of Ontario Microfilm: MS248_9
Source: Indexed by: Genealogical Research Library

Birth:
www.ancestry.ca [accessed 161212]
1851 census, Beckwith Twp., Lanark Co., ON
age 12
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Died:
Goulbourn death register 14-009230

Notes:

Married:
Kidd, G.E., "The Story of the Derry", 1943
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www.ancestry.ca 160101
marriage register, Beckwith, ON
Name:John Simpson
Birth Place:Canada
Residence:Goulbourn Township
Age:26
Estimated Birth Year:abt 1834
Spouse Name:Eliza Kidd
Spouse's Age:17
Spouse Birth Year:abt 1843
Spouse Birth Place:Beckwith Township
Spouse Residence:Beckwith Township
Spouse Father Name:John Kidd
Spouse Mother Name:Margaret Kidd
Marriage Date:13 Sep 1860
Marriage Location:Franktown
Marriage County or District:Lanark
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Notes:

from LCGS site - Paisley Townhead Society List 1820 - indicates Robert, age 36 born in Bute, Agnes, his wife age 34,born in Paisley, he was a weaver, current residence Paisley, ages of male children 1 1/2, 7, 9, 11; Female children 4, 5, 16. Accompanied by 2 males +12; 1 male -12; 4 females -12. (This info may have been originally recorded incorrectly.)


Photocopy of Marriage Register, was found in Paisley Museum

Verbal history suggests that there were twins born in Canada who did not survive and who were buried under an oak tree in the field behind the barn on lot 10 Con 11 Ramsay Twp.

In 1843 report Robert had paid 74 farthings eight shillings and 10 pence and his lot was described as 'middling lot, a good deal of rock'.

(Research):Earl of Buckinghamshire, Captain Johnston, the Master, Greenock to Quebec, 29 Apr 1821

Lanarkshire Society
James Gilmour (6 persons)
William Miller (1)
William Gilmour (1)

Paisley Townhead Society
Robert Duncan (9)
John Armour (4)
Alexander Duncan (8)

Parkhead (Paisley) Society
John Burns (3)

Crown Patent: W 1/2 L10 C11, 23 June 1837

Christened:
October 1778
Robert son of Robert Duncan, seaman in Breckock and Jean Kerr was born the 16th and baptized the 18th.

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Came to Lanark County between 1820 - 1822

Buried:
Plots B120 to B149 stone 292
James DUNCAN born June 12 1825 died Aug 5, 1909 (son of Robert Duncan and Agnes Gifford)
His wife Elizabeth LOCKHART born Apr 10, 1833 died Jan 19, 1905
Robert DUNCAN died Aug 9, 1847 His wife Agnes GIFFORD died June 10, 1870
John DUNCAN died 18 Oct 1844 (son of Robert Duncan and Agnes Gifford)
Elizabeth DUNCAN wife of Dr. T.R. PATERSON 1870 - 1953 (daughter of James Duncan and Elizabeth Lockhart)

Robert married Agnes Gifford on 27 Jun 1803 in Laigh Parish, Paisley, Renfrew, Scotland. Agnes (daughter of Robert Gifford and Margaret Anderson) was born on 12 Jan 1784 in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland; was christened on 15 Jan 1784 in Low Church, Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland; died on 10 Jun 1870 in Ramsay Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried on 12 Jun 1870 in Auld Kirk Cemetery, Ramsay, Mississippi Mills, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Name: Agnes Gilfford
• Name: Agness Gifford
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Notes:

It is verbal history but no records exist of twins being born to Robert and Agnes, some time between 1822 - 1824, as their first children born in Canada. But they died in infancy and were buried on the farm under an oak tree

Christened:
January 1784
Gifford, Agnas lawful daughter of Robert Gifford and Margaret Anderson born 12th and baptised 15th,

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Came to Lanark County between 1820 - 1822

Buried:
Plots B120 to B149 stone 292
James DUNCAN born June 12 1825 died Aug 5, 1909 (son of Robert Duncan and Agnes Gifford)
His wife Elizabeth LOCKHART born Apr 10, 1833 died Jan 19, 1905
Robert DUNCAN died Aug 9, 1847 His wife Agnes GIFFORD died June 10, 1870
John DUNCAN died 18 Oct 1844 (son of Robert Duncan and Agnes Gifford)
Elizabeth DUNCAN wife of Dr. T.R. PATERSON 1870 - 1953 (daughter of James Duncan and Elizabeth Lockhart)

Notes:

Married:
27th of June 1803
Duncan
Robert Duncan & Agnes Gilfford both in this parish.

Alternate marriage date record of 11 Jun 1803.

Agnes Gifford,s last name is spelled Gilfford on their Scotland marriage record.

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• Name: Wm McClinton
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William married Elizabeth. Elizabeth was born in 1785 in Ireland; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Name: Jas Simpson
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• Marriage Contract: 8 May 1832, Goulbourn Township, Carleton County, Canada West; Memorial between James Simpson and Eleanor Lancaster (Willoughby) at the time of their marrige directing property ownership in the event of his death.

Notes:

1851 census,Goulbourn
James Simpson 65
Margaret Simpson 50
Richd. Simpson 31
Wm. Simpson 19
Mary Simpson 22
Joshua Simpson 17
Samuel Simpson 15
Jane Simpson 6
Mary Simpson 4
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Marriage Contract:
Book 3, Page 431
Memorial #537
?b?Certified to have been recorded at their home at 10 AM 3rd Jul 18 1832?/b?

A Memorial to be Registered pursuant to the Statute of the Province of Upper Canada in that case made and provided of an Indenture Bearing date ?b?the eighth Day of May in the year of Our Lord One Thousand eight Hundred and Thirty Two?/b? made between James Simpson of Goulbourn in the County of Carleton in the province of Upper Canda yeoman of the one part and Elinor Lancaster of the same place Widow of the other part Whereby the said James Simpson for and in consideration of a Marriage intended to be shortly had and solemized between the said James Simpson and Elinor Lancaster he the said James Simpson covenants and agrees and hereby binds himself his heirs, executors, administrators and asigns to the full and entire fulfilment of the grants and conditions therein after written, (that is to say) the said intended marriage having been duly held and solemized and thereafter should the said James Simpson depart this life before the said Elinor then and in that case the said Elinor is to have, hold occupy and enjoy during her life (having a reference to the conditions therin after stated) The one fourth part or Twenty Fve Acres of Lot no. four in the ninth concesion of the Township of Goulbourn of which he the said James Simpson was then possesed in fee simple subject neverless to the following conditions
"that is to say" should the said Elinor (after the death of the said James Simpson) again marry or without other marriage of the said Elinor at her death the said land to revert as follows. That is to say & in the event of issue from the said marriage of James Simpson and Elinor then and in the cases before mentioned the said lands are to revert and become the property of such issue in portion or portions as may be further decided upon by the two nearest relatives (then over age) but in the event of no issue from the said marriage then and in the cases afore mentioned the said lands are to revert to and become the property of the children of the said James Simpson by a former marriage in the proportions and positions as the said James Simpson may will and direct.

Which Indenture is witnessed by Geo T Burke of Richmond Esquire Notary Public WC and by Nicholas Garland of Goulbourn yeoman and this memorial thereof is hereby required to be registered by me the said Nicholas Garland and the Trustee and Keeper of the said Indenture and by me the said Elinor now the wife of the said James Simpson the grantee therin named. ?b?The witness whereof we have set our names and seals this second day of July in the year of our Lord One Thousand Eight Hundred and Thirty Two.
?/b?Signed and sealed in presence of Nicholas Garland X
G T Burke N Public Elinor Lancaster X

James married Elinor "Ellen" Willoughby about 1832. Elinor (daughter of William Willoughby and Annie) was born on 18 Nov 1810 in Coen, Mothel, County Kilkenny, Ireland; died before 1848 in Goulbourn Township, Carleton County, Canada West. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Name: Elinor Willoughby
• Name: Helen Willoughby
• _FSFTID: LDK4-LD5
• _FSLINK: https://www.familysearch.org/tree/person/details/LDK4-LD5
• _HASHTAG: DNA - Paternal Common Ancestor

Notes:

(Research):1 Pioneer Willoughby #34127 b. _____
m. Strays Willoughby #34128
Pioneer Willoughby, m. to Strays Willoughby are fictious people, created as a focal point for both known families and strays found principally in Beckwith and Montague Townships, Lanark County and Goulbourn Township, Carleton County, Ontario. Their apparent children (generation 2) are real people, but not known to be siblings of one another. People listed in generations 3, 4 , 5 etc are known descendants of those listed in generation 2. The surname 'Willoughby' is connected to a number of Irish families in Beckwith, Ramsay, Goulbourn and Montague Townships including settlers, the maiden name of several women and as a given name for children. Sorting out the records for Willoughby families is difficult, however the following guidelines help to sort out this family.

-- Issac Willoughby (1846 - 1899) who emigrated from Ireland to Almonte and Carleton Place is not known to be related to the Willoughby families who arrived in the initial settlement during 1816 - 1822 per conversation with the late Irma (Gardiner) Willoughby.. It should be noted that Issac was born in Co. Wexford and his mother's maiden name was "Butler"; a name associated with other Beckwith families also from Wexford..

-- There were two men named George Willoughby who seem to have arrived in the initial period of immigration beginning in 1818. Both were born about 1780, both married women named "Ann", both died in a few months apart in 1874, and both were buried in Beckwith Twp., one at Franktown and the other at Prospect, just five miles apart along concession 4.

"Prospect" George Willoughby from Co. Kilkenny married Ann Kerfoot. Information about this family is included in, "A Kerfoot History, Canadian Branch", by J. M. Morris, and self-published in 1953. Mr. Morris' wife, Eliza Kerfoot was a niece of Ann (Kerfoot) Willoughby, thus the list of children of George and Ann should be accurate. George and Ann are buried in the Prospect United Church Cemetery, located on land donated by Ann's brother, William Kerfoot. Morris lists the names of ten children born to George and Ann (Kerfoot)Willoughby. This George Willoughby is probably the person who was granted the crown patent for Lot 1, con 4 Goulbourn Twp, located a mile from the hamlet of Prospect in 1828, which indicates that he was assigned the property in 1821 or earlier. George is associated other with pioneers from Co. Kilkenny to Beckwith Township.

"Franktown" George Willoughby, from Co. Carlow who married Ann Shirley while in Ireland, first appears in Montague Twp. when he purchased Lot 25, concession 9 in 1836. Members of the Shirley family also immigrated and settled near George in Beckwith and Montague Townships. He may also be the John George Willoughby noted in some records.

Charles Willoughby, b. abt 1800 first appears in the 1851 census of Montague Twp.

Ellen Willoughby married James Simpson about 1829. She was a widow, previously married to a Mr. Lancaster. James Simpson was first married to Jane Dunfield. Only two records relating to her have been found: the death register for her son William W. Simpson lists her as his mother and a memorial regarding a land transaction involving William's father, James Simpson identifies his intention to marry Ellen.

An Ann Willoughby is first noted in the records as wife of Nicholas Garland who first settled on lot 20SW, concession 6, Beckwith. They were married in Ireland. She was a widow, first married to William Shore. Nicholas Garland sold his Beckwith property and obtained land near Ashton, a village which straddles the boundary between Beckwith and Goulbourn Townships.

Sarah Willoughby is listed as the wife of Edward Davis on baptismal records for her children. Edward Davis first settled on lot 19NE concession 5 Beckwith. It appears that Sarah died at a young age. Baptismal records have been found for four children of this family, including Maria Davis, b. 1834. Edward Davis sold his Beckwith property in 1837 and has not been found in the 1851 census records. In 1861, he was enumerated at the home of his nephew in North Gower Township, with occupation listed as a pedlar. A clue to Sarah (Willoughby) Davis' link to the Willoughby family is found in the 1851 census where a Maria Davis, age 17 i.e., b. 1834 is enumerated in the home of "Franktown" George Willoughby, possibly her grandfather.

Another Ann Willoughby b. about 1809, is listed as the mother of James Warren of Ramsay Township. In the 1861 census of Ramsay Township, her birth place is listed as Ireland.
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http://www.bytown.net/griffithfamily.htm [accessed 210213]
Thanks to Rory Griffith for the following:
The Saunders and Willoughby families were from around Coolcullen in Co. Kilkenny. Is this the same one:
Anne Shirley , b. 1780, Knocknabranna, Old Leighlin, Co. Carlow. [33] She married John George
Willoughby , 31 May 1803, in Old Leighlin, Co. Carlow, [34] b. 1780, Coon, Co. Carlow, Ireland,
[35] d. 26 Apr 1874, Beckwith Township, Lanark Co, Ontario, [36] buried: Franktown, Beckwith
Township. [37] Anne died 9 May 1871, Beckwith Township, Lanark Co, Ontario., [38] buried:
Franktown Cemetery, Beckwith Township. [39] John: The family emigrated to Canada around 1818
and settled in the Ottawa Valley. George and Ann are buried in Franktown Cemetery.
Children:
i John Willoughby , b. 1807, [40] d. 11 Jan 1870, Beckwith Township, Lanark Co. Ontario,
[41] buried: Franktown Cemetary, Beckwith Township. [42]
ii George Willoughby , b. circa 1800/10.
iii Thomas Willoughby , b. 1814.
Rory Griffith, rory.griffith@sasktel.net [210214]
Thanks for the info. With regards to my contribution I would be remiss in not correcting you. The Mitchell Families document I got from Hugh Masson decades ago. He was related to the Willoughby and Kerfoots.

Bill Mains Willoughby family tree research results sent to me on 21 Jan 2023. I have updated this material into my Legacy Family tree as of 23 Jan 2023. This word file saved in genealogy documents as Pioneer_Willoughby_descendant_list

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Other Events and Attributes:

• Life Sketch: ; Beloved Cherished Husband and Father :
• Name: "Yellow Jack" Garland
• _FGLINK: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/181037050
• _FGRAVE: 181037050
• _FSFTID: L753-7ZF
• _FSLINK: https://www.familysearch.org/tree/person/details/L753-7ZF
• _HASHTAG: DNA - Paternal Common Ancestor
• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)

Notes:

(Research):Lot 21 Con 6 (occupied by Samuel BRADLEY and John KIDD-entered on bottom of page 300)
Archives of Ontario Microfilm MS 658 Reel 30
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1851 census, Beckwith
KIDD
John. Mrs. Ire CE 48 Con 6 Lot 21P Widow
Andrew Ont CE 28 Farmer:Single
George Ont CE 26 Labourer
John Ont CE 24 Labourer
Wesley Ont CE 22 Labourer
Eliza Ont CE 20
Richard Ont CE 18 Labourer
William Ont CE 16 Labourer
Mary Ont CE 14
Elizabeth Ont CE 12
Margaret Ont CE 10
James Ont CE 8
Joseph Ont CE 6

Birth:
gravestone, Franktown Public Cemetery, Beckwith, ON

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Buried:
Gravestone, Franktown Public Cemetery, Beckwith, Lanark County, Ontario

John married Margaret Garland on 16 Jul 1820 in Perth, Lanark County, Canada West. Margaret (daughter of John Garland and Ellen Butler) was born in 1807 in Coolcullen Townlands, County Kilkenny, Ireland; died on 25 Dec 1884 in Nepean Township, Carleton County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Franktown Public Cemetery, Franktown, Beckwith Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Life Sketch: ; Margaret Garland Kidd
• Name: Margaret Matilda Garland
• _FGLINK: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/181037341
• _FGRAVE: 181037341
• _FSFTID: LHZM-4NG
• _FSLINK: https://www.familysearch.org/tree/person/details/LHZM-4NG
• _HASHTAG: DNA - Paternal Common Ancestor
• _HASHTAG: DNA - Paternal Connection
• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)

Notes:

(Research):died at the home of her daughter Margaret Robinson.

2ND MARRIAGE:
Name: Thomas Kidd
Birth Place: Ireland
Residence: Beckwith Township
Age: 60
Estimated birth year: abt 1798
Father Name: William Kidd
Mother Name: Mary Kidd
Spouse Name: Margaret Kidd
Spouse Birth Place: Ireland
Spouse residence: Beckwith Township
Spouse Father Name: John Corland
Spouse Mother Name: Ellen Corland
Marriage Date: 15 Apr 1858
Marriage County: Lanark
Archives of Ontario Microfilm: MS248_8

Birth:
gravestone, Franktown Public Cemetery, Beckwith, ON

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Died:
death register, Nepean, ON
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gravestone, Franktown Public Cemetery, Beckwith, ON

Notes:

Married:
Event Description: as recorded on a Geni Trees family tree.

Married in 1st. Presbyterian Church, Perth, Lanark County.