Duncan

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• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)

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Notes:

Buried:
Plot: 134 - Row 2-10 - South-East of Soldiers Plot- Just East of 3rd St. & 4th Ave., 14th. Row

William married Mary G. Grassick in 1890 in Yellow Grass, Weyburn Census Division, Saskatchewan, Canada. Mary (daughter of George Grassick and Anne Jane Bell) was born on 13 Jul 1870 in Nichol Township, Wellington County, Ontario, Canada; died in 1960 in Regina, Regina Census Division, Saskatchewan, Canada; was buried in 1960 in Regina Cemetery, Regina, Regina Census Division, Saskatchewan, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Name: Mary Grassick
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Notes:

Buried:
Plot: 134 - Row 2-10 - South-East of Soldiers Plot- Just East of 3rd St. & 4th Ave., 14th. Row

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• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)

Notes:

From his obituary:
"Mr Duncan was of a retiring disposition and never sought public office of any kind, preferring the quiet of his own home. He was of a robust constitution, and even until not long ago he thought nothing of a tramp out to the farm and spending the day busily working about because he loved to work."

(Research):Crown Patent: NE 1/2 Lot 9 C 11 18 Jan 1864

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Died:
?b?Obit. - James Duncan?/b?
One of the very few remaining links between the past generation and the present was removed this (Thursday) morning when Mr. James Duncan was called away from the surroundings in which he had spent so long a life. The late Mr. Duncan was born on the homestead in Ramsay, now occupied by his youngest son, Mr Ed Duncan, His whole life was spent there until a little over five years ago, when he removed to Almonte, to spend with Mrs. Duncan in the declining years of their lives in the comfortable home he had provided. On March 25, 1854, he was married to Elizabeth Lockhart, who was born in Scotland and came to Canada with her parents when nine years of age. To Mr. and Mrs. Duncan eleven children were born; all of whom are still living. The sons are Robert at Pilot Mound; William, James, John and Albert at Regina; Hugh at Strathcona; Alexander Sidney on the McFarlene farm and Ed on the homestead; the daughters are Maggie (Mrs. Butchart) and Lizzie (Mrs. Dr. Paterson) in Almonte, and Aggie (Mrs. Holden) at Pilot Butte, Man. The first break in the family circle occurred four years ago when Mrs. Duncan passed away, and now Mr. Duncan makes the second. Mr. Duncan was of a retiring disposition and never sought public office of any kind, preferring the quiet of his own home. He was of a robust constitution, and even until not long ago he thought little of a tramp out to the farm and spending the day busily working about because he loved to work. The funeral has been delayed until Sunday afternoon to enable members of the family at a distance to attend. It will take place at 3 o'clock to the eighth line cemetery.

?b?Mr. Duncan's Funeral?/b?
The funeral of the late James Duncan took place from his home on Elgin street to the the Eighth Line Cemetery on Sunday afternoon, and was attended by a large concourse of people both from the town and township in which his long life had been spent. Two of his sons, James of Regina, and robert from Pilot mound, were among the cheif mourners. The pallbearers were three who were near neighbours of Mr. Duncan when he was on the farm - Messrs John Neilson, Graham Forgie and Donald Stewart, and three of his nearby town neighbours - Messrs HH Cole, S Young and John McFarlane. The funeral services were conducted by Rev C. H. Daly, of St. John's church, of which Mr. Duncan had been a member for many years. Among the floral tributes was a beautiful wreath from the family.

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)

James married Elizabeth Lockhart on 31 Mar 1854 in Ramsay Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of William Lockhart and Elizabeth Barr) was born on 14 Feb 1833 in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland; was christened on 2 Mar 1833 in Low Church, Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland; died on 19 Jan 1905 in Ramsay Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried on 21 Jan 1905 in Auld Kirk Cemetery, Ramsay, Mississippi Mills, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Name: Elisabeth Lockhart
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• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)
• Alt. Birth: 22 Mar 1833, Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland

Notes:

?u?Obituary Almonte Gazette?/u?
Came to Canada, age 9, (1841) previous note suggested age 7 nine week voyage, settled on 11th line of Ramsay, a farm later occupied by Mr. Cullen, about two miles from the Duncan farm.
Retired to Almonte in 1903 when son Edmund took over farm.

Christened:
Name?tab?Elisabeth Lockhart
Sex?tab?Female
Christening Date?tab?2 Mar 1833
Christening Place?tab?Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland, United Kingdom
Christening Place (Original)?tab?Low Church, Paisley, Renfrew, Scotland
Father's Name?tab?William Lockhart
Father's Sex?tab?Male
Mother's Name?tab?Elisabeth Barr
Mother's Sex?tab?Female

Died:
Gazette, front page
Obit?Mrs. James Duncan
This morning the life of Mrs. Jas. Duncan took flight, the aged lady having been confined to her bedroom continually for the past four weeks, suffering from chronic bronchitis . For over forty years this disease has troubled her, and receiving a fall about four weeks ago, she gradually grew weaker until death ended her sufferings. Deceased, whose maiden name was Elizabeth, Lockhart, was born in Paisley, Scotland, on the 10th ol April, 1833, and when nine years of age came with her parents, a voyage of about nine weeks on the sea, and settled on the 11th line Ramsay, on the farm now occupied by Mr. Cullen. On March 31st, 1854, she was married to Mr. James Duncan, , by the Rev. J. K. Smith, and they settled on a farm about two miles from that of her. parents which farm is now occupied by their son, Mr. Edward Duncan. About two years ago they retired from farm life and came to Almonte where they have since lived. On March 31st, 1904, the aged couple celebrated their golden wedding. Eleven children were born to them - eight boys and three girls - all of whom, are living, the mother's death being the first break in the family. Those left to mourn besides her husband, are: Robert, near Pilot Mound, Man. ; Wm., James, John and Albert in Ramsay; Hugh. at Strathcona ; Alex., in Ramsay; Edward on the homestead; (Maggie), Mrs. Butchart, of Almonte; (Agnes) Mrs. Holden, of Pilot Butte, Assa.; and Lizzie who has always lived with her parents. Mrs Smith, McGregor, Man., is a sister. Mrs Duncan was a member of St. John's church and was highly esteemed and honoured by all. The funeral will take place on Saturday at 2 p.m. Service at the house at 1.45.

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:
Married by the Rev. J. K. Smith

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• Census - Agricultural Schedule: 24 Jun 1906, Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, Canada; horses 150, milk cows 2, other cattle

Notes:

Died:
Leader Post, Regina, Saskatchewan

April 12, 1915, Page. 10

"MANY OLDTIMERS ATTEND FUNERAL - GEORGE GRASSICK"

Father of Ald James Grassick laid to Rest in Regina Cemetery
Many oldtimers from city and country attended the funeral of the late George Grassick, held yesterday afternoon at the residence of his son Alderman James Grassick, at 1604 16th Ave.

The pallbearers were six intimate friends of the deceased, two being old neighbors in Manitoba and two being former residents of Yellow Grass. The service, which was a very impressive one, was conducted by the Rev. Wm. Guy and the Rev. W. J. Stewart.

W.H. Duncan, Mrs. Duncan and daughter reached the city Saturday night from the coast, just in time for the funeral yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. Duncan had not intended returning to the city so soon, but left for the east immediately upon receipt of word that Mrs. Duncan's father had passed away. Mr. H. W. Hargreave of Edmonton a son-in-law, J.T. Bell of Medicine Hat and George Grassick of Yellow Grass were among those present from out of town.

The casket was covered with many floral tributes, from far and near, among the number being a handsome wreath from the old-timers.

The pall-bearers were S. Taylor, Wm. Robson, formerly of Yellow Grass, George Webb and CJ McCusker formerly of Manitoba and Robt. McKell and P.D. Stewart.

Burial was made in the family plot in the Regina cemetery

Buried:
Plot: 128 - Row 1-15 - Just East of Soldier's Cemetery, 3rd Row East of 3rd St. & 4th Ave.

George married Anne Jane Bell on 20 Dec 1867 in Guelph, Wellington County, Ontario, Canada. Anne was born on 20 May 1847; died on 6 Oct 1907; was buried on 9 Oct 1907 in Regina Cemetery, Regina, Regina Census Division, Saskatchewan, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Census - Agricultural Schedule: 24 Jun 1906, Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, Canada; horses 150, milk cows 2, other cattle

Notes:

Census - Agricultural Schedule:
Role: Wife of Head

Died:
Obituary Leader Post

9 October 1907

"-The funeral of an old-time resident in the West will be conducted from the residence of W.H. Duncan 2074 Cornwall street, this afternoon, by the Rev. E.A. Henry, of Knox church. Mrs. George Grassick, the deceased, died on Sunday at Yellow Grass, at the age of 62 years. The wife of Mr. George Grassick, she resided in Regina since 1883, but left the city three weeks ago for her husband's ranch, whence she never returned. Prior to her arrival at Regina, she lived five years at Rapid City, Manitoba. The following relatives will be present at this afternoon's service: Mr. George Grassick (husband), Mr. George Grassick (son), Yellow Grass, Mr. James Grassick, Mrs. W.H. Duncan, Miss Belle Grassick, Regina; Mrs. W.H. Hargrave, Mr. T.J. Bell, Medicine Hat and Mr. Harry Bell, Edmonton."

(Dates of death conflict-headstone reads 8 October 1907 but death registration (#001173) clearly states 6 Oct 1907)

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• _HASHTAG: Lanark Society Settler
• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)

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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• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)

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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Notes:

Though William was not a Society settler, his brother John was part of the Lesmahagow Society which travelled to Canada on the Earl of Buckinghamshire and settled in Ramsay Township together with John Fumerton and Mary Frew.

Carol Bennett (1991) The Lanark Society Settlers. Published by Juniper Books, Renfrew, Ontario

William married Elizabeth Barr on 30 Jan 1819 in Dalyr, Kilwinning, Ayrshire, Scotland. Elizabeth (daughter of Hugh Barr and Jean Howie) was born on 12 Sep 1796 in Kilwinning, Ayrshire, Scotland; was christened on 18 Sep 1796 in Kilwinning, Ayrshire, Scotland; died on 28 Sep 1884 in Ramsay Township, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Name: Elisabeth Barr
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• _TAG: Ramsay Twp Settlers (1820-1821)

James married Jean Towie. Jean and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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