1Newspaper Announcement.
"ANDERSON: Albert Richard (Elder of Orillia Presbyterian Church for 54 years, Member of Equity Masonic Lodge, #659, A.F. & A.M., G.R.C.): Went to be with the lord on Sunday, September 21, 2003 in his 93rd year. Albert, beloved husband of 66 years to Helen (nee Thomson). Loving father of George and wife Janice of Rugby and, Jean Boynton and husband Glenn of Flesherton. Loved grandfather of Allan and Mark of Rugby, Will of Flesherton, Susan Salway and husband Rob, of Wyville, Erin Boynton and husband Devin Seeley of Feversham and Tricia McInnes and husband Mike of Feversham. Great grandfather of Alyssa, Dylan and Tray. He was born in Rugby, Ontario to William and Lilly Anderson. Brother-in-law of Myrne Terry and her late husband Matt, Alex Thomson and wife Gladys, Gray Thomson and wife Patricia, Ruth Vollick and husband Lawrence, and the late Archie Thomson and his late wives Dorothy and Shirley. He will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. The late Mr. Albert Anderson will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral Service in the chapel on Thursday afternoon, September 25th at 3 o'clock. Interment, St. Andrew's - St. James' Cemetery, Orillia (Plot R4-5N). If desired, memorial donations made to Orillia Presbyterian Church (St. Andrew's), the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital or the Canadian Bible Society would be appreciated."
2525. Archibald Grant THOMSON
1Newspaper Announcement, The Orillia Packet & Times, Thursday, November 18, 1993.
"THOMSON, Archie Grant
At the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, November 17, 1993; in his 76th year. Archie Thomson of Orillia, beloved husband of Shirley Thomson. Loving father of Linda Cook of Orillia. Stepfather of Sandra of Brampton, Arden of Streetsville, Allan of Haliburton, and Stephen of Orillia. Survived by sisters Helen Anderson and husband Albert of Orillia, Myrne Terry and husband Matt of Toronto, Ruth Vollick and husband Lawrence of London and brothers Alex and wife Gladys, Gray and wife Pat, all of Orillia. The late Mr. Thomson will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West ST. N. , Orillia, from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral and Committal Service will be held in the Chapel Friday morning, November 19th, at 11 o'clock. Interment St Andrew's - St James' Cemetery, Orillia. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Hospice Orillia would be sincerely appreciated."
2530. Jean Nellie THOMSON
1Newspaper Announcement, The Orillia Packet.
"NORRIS, Jean Nell
Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. D.C. Thomson of Orillia on September 17th, 1986 in Toronto. Dear mother of Mary McTavish of Waterloo and Joan Dixon of Toronto. Loving grandmother of six grandchildren also survived by a sister Ruth Thomson of Orillia and brothers John Thomas (sic John Passmore) of Victoria, B.C. and Donald Thomson of Gibsons, B.C. and sister-in-law Kathleen Thomson and cousin Lois Barridge of Orillia. Predeceased by her husband Robert N. Norris and a son Bobby. No visitation. Funeral service at Turner and Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West, September 19 at 3:00 p.m. Interment at Park Lawn Cemetery. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy."
1Newspaper Announcement, The Toronto Star, Wednesday January 9, 1963, Page 45.
"ROBERT H. NORRIS
Robert H. Norris, 66, of 16 Burnhamthorpe Park Blvd., mathematics teacher in Toronto for 35 years, is being buried in Park Lawn Cemetery this afternoon. He died Monday night at High Park Curling Club.
Funeral service is at the Yorke Chapel of Turner and Porter at 3 p.m.
Mr. Norris was born in Belhaven near Sutton, educated in Markham, and was graduated from Queen's University in 1921. He served overseas in World War I.
Mr. Norris taught at Parkdale Collegiate until his retirement seven years ago. Since then he has taken an active interest in his Orillia district farm where he raised beef cattle.
He was a champion tennis player during his student days and an active curler. He was an elder at Islington United Church.
Mr. Norris leaves his wife, Jean; two daughters, Mrs. D.C. MacTavish of Waterloo and Mrs. C.B. Dixon of Toronto and five grandchildren.
His brother, John Taylor Norris who died two years ago, taught at Humberside Collegiate."
4892. Dorothy Jane THOMSON
1Newspaper Announcement.
"WILLIAMSON, Dorothy Jane (Thomson)
Peacefully, at home, on Friday, December 8, 1995, in her 69th year. Dear wife of Dr. Gordon Williamson, loving mother of James of Burlington, Jon of Whistler, B.C. and Jenifer Crockett and husband Daniel of Kingston. Daughter of the late Robert and Beatrice Thomson of Streetsville. Will be sadly missed by sisters, Yvonne McGrath (Harvey), Elora, Ethel Dodds (Bill), Kamloops, B.C., Carol Marr (Ian), Toronto and brothers, Duncan Thomson (Kay), Dallas, Texas, Robert Thomson (Heather), White Rock, B.C., brother-in-law, Bruce Williamson (Lois), Mississauga, sister-in-law Norma Thomas (Orlan), Fresno, California and brother-in-law Earl McFaden, Elgin. Predeceased by sister-in-law Audrey Williamson McFaden. A Celebration of Dorothy Jane’s life will be held at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 1370 Elgin Street, Burlington in the new year. Date of Service to be announced. The family wishes to express their thanks to dear friends and relatives whose support and kindness have been greatly appreciated. Special thanks to Peter and Mavis Lehman, John and Jean Robertson, Tom and Cip Bibby, Nick and Patti Mushilt, Erno and Ann Rajczak, June Ksizek, Penny Sutherland, Ann Stacey, Carol Marr and Victoria Order of Nurses. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dorothy Jane’s memory to the Victoria Order of Nurses, Halton Branch, 2370 Speers Road, Oakville, L6L 5M2; Red Cross Society Burlington, 262 Guelph Line, Burlington, L7R 3K7 or the Henderson Cancer Clinic would be appreciated. Cremation. Private Funeral arrangements entrusted to The Henry Sieders Funeral Home, 906 Brant Street (at Fairview), Burlington."
1Newspaper Announcement, Hamilton Spectator, 18 October 2005.
"WILLIAMSON, Dr. Gordon Everard, RCAF F/O-427th Lions Squadron, June 15, 1923 - October 16, 2005. Peacefully in Burlington on Sunday, October 16, 2005. Reunited at last with his loving wife Dorothy Jane. Blessed by his love, he will be forever with his children Ronald James of Burlington, Jon David (Michelle) of Whistler, BC and Jenifer Rae Crockett (Dan) of Kingston, Ontario and Grandad to Rhegan and Mardi of Whistler, BC. Beloved brother of Norma Thomas of Fresno, CA. Predeceased by his parents Earl and Jennie Williamson, sister Audrey and brother Bruce. Gord's presence in their lives will always be cherished by Peter and Mavis Lehman and family, Lois Williamson and family, Earl McFadden and family, Yvonne McGrath and family, Duncan Thomson and family, Carol and Ian Marr, Ethel and Bill Dodds and family, and Bob and Heather Thomson and family. Members of RCAF Squadron 427 held a special place in Gord's heart and life: Ron McKay, Arthur Hiller, Johnny Mulvihill and Bruce Gingell. Gord knew many citizens of Burlington as both a dentist, a member of the Rotary Club of Burlington, and as a friend. The staff and volunteers of the Carpenter Hospice allowed Gord's last days to be filled with comfort and compassion. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service to Celebrate the man who was Gord will be held at St. Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, Burlington on Thursday, October 20, 2005 at 1 p.m. If desired, expressions of sympathy to the Canadian Cancer Society, The Carpenter Hospice or the Juno Beach Canadian Military Memorial would be sincerely appreciated by the family. (arrangements entrusted to Smith's Funeral Home, Burlington, 905-632-3333)."
1Newspaper Announcement.
"THOMSON, Kathleen Roberta (nee Jackson)
At the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital on Friday November 18, 1988, in her 89th year. Kathleen Thomson, beloved wife of the late James H. Thomson of Orillia. Loving mother of Claire Ball of Richmond Hill and Martha Grandelius of Birmingham, Michigan. Loving grandmother of Jim, Michael, Ian, Tracey, Steven, Tammy, Kristin and Joel. Loving great grandmother of Christopher, Andrew, Natasha and Christian. Predeceased by eight brothers and sisters. The late Kathleen Thomson is resting at the Crawford Chapel of the Doolittle Funeral Home, 54 Coldwater St. E., Orillia from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Sunday. Funeral service in Orillia Presbyterian Church 1.30 Monday afternoon. The casket will be open in the church from 12.30 until time of service. Interment St Andrew's St James Cemetery, Orillia. If desired donations to the Orillia Presbyterian Church or the Ontario Heart Foundation would be appreciated by the family."
2535. John Passmore THOMSON
1Newspaper Announcement.
"THOMSON, John Passmore
Peacefully at home, Victoria, B.C., on Friday July 29, 1988, John Thomson beloved husband of Ethel Smith. Son of the late Duncan and Nellie Thomson of Orillia. Predeceased by sisters Jean Norris and Caroline Thorpe and brothers Robert and James. Loving brother of Ruth of Orillia and Donald of Gibsons, B.C. The late John Thomson is survived by two daughters Gail O'Connor and Heather Wachter and seven grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to your favorite charity may be send to Miss Gail O'Connor, 2850 Aldwynd Rd., Victoria, B.C."
2537. Donald Albert THOMSON
1Newspaper Announcement, The Packet and Times, Friday, 3 January 1992.
"THOMSON, Donald Albert - passed away January 1, 1992, Donald Albert Thomson, late of Gibsons, B.C., age 78 years. Survived by his loving wife Helen; 1 son Barry Thomson and wife Cheryl of Mossel Bay, South Africa; 1 daughter Mary Solomon and husband Doug, of Gibsons; 5 grandchildren; Graham and wife Jane, Donald, Cathy, Duncan and David, 1 sister Ruth Thomson of Orillia, Ontario. Funeral service was held Friday, January 3 in the Chapel of Devlin Funeral Home, Gibsons. Cremation followed. Flowers gratefully declined."
1Newspaper Announcement.
"THOMPSON - PIERCE
Trinity United Church, Peterborough, was the scene of a lovely autumn wedding on Saturday afternoon, when Mabel Helen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Pierce became the bride of Donald A. Thomson, of Halifax, Nova Scotia, son of Mr. and Mrs. D.C. Thomson of Orillia. The Rev. George Easton conducted the ceremony. Mrs. H.A. Mitchell sang the solo O Promise Me and Miss Mabel Clarry played the organ music. The Church was beautifully decorated with yellow and bronze chrysanthemums.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, looked charming in her mother's wedding gown of ivory satin, with fitted tucked bodice and short train. She wore a finger length tulle veil, held in place with ostrich feather tips, and carried Talisman roses and lily-of-the-valley. Miss Mary Pierce attended her sister, wearing a floor-length gown of aquamarine satin with fitted basque and puffed sleeves, and headdress of ostrich tips with velvet streamers to match her gown. She carried a contrasting bouquet of bronze baby mums. The groom was attended by his brother John Thomson, of Painswick and the ushers were Mr. John Pierce, brother of the bride and Mr. Willard Thompson, of Toronto.
Following the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents on Homewood Avenue, Peterborough. Mrs. Pierce received with he bridal couple wearing a gown of grape wine faille with matching accessories and corsage of Joanne Hill roses. Mrs. Thomson, mother of the groom, was in black with silver fox and shoulder bouquet of bettertime roses.
For travelling the bride chose a teal blue ensemble with coat of French boucle with crimmer fur trim and small hat with wine veil. They left for a motor trip through Quebec and will reside in Halifax."2Newspaper Announcement, Orillia Packet and Times, Tuesday, 3 July 2001.
"THOMSON, Helen - Passed away at the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital on Saturday, June 30th, 2001, in her 87th year. Helen Thomson of Orillia, formerly of Gibsons Landing, B.C. and Cape Town, South Africa, beloved wife of the late Don Thomson of Orillia. Loving mother of Mary Solomon & husband Doug of Vancouver, B.C. and Barry & wife Cheryl of Orillia. Also loved by her grandchildren David and Duncan Thomson, Graham, Donald & Cathy Solomon and her great grandchildren Bridget, Andrew, Michael, Alexander & Jeronimo. Dear sister-in-law of Ruth Thomson of Orillia and sister of Mary Wilson of Kingston, John Pierce & wife Eileen of Peterborough and their families. A Memorial Service will be held at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St. N., Orillia, on Thursday, July 5th, at 11 o'clock."
4903. Beverly Grace BRUCE
1Newspaper Announcement, Vancouver Sun, January 8, 1988.
"MURPHY Beverley Grace (nee Bruce) passed away January 3, 1988 at the age of 61, born February 23, 1926. Survived by daughter Pat and husband Lindsay, grandchildren, Parick and Kim Christofferson of Errington, B.C., her mother Mrs. Marie Winquest of Princeton, B.C.; 2 sisters and 3 stepbrothers; many nieces and nephews. Donations can be made to the charity of your choice. Memorial service will be held Saturday January 9 at 3 p.m. in the Chapel of Valley View Funeral Home, 14660 - 72 Ave., Surrey."
4904. Roberta Helena BRUCE
1Newspaper Announcement, The Vancouver Sun, March 7, 1988.
"KLASSEN - Roberta Helena (Berta) suddenly on March 4, 1988 aged 80 years. Late resident of Burnaby. Survived by her loving husband George; 1 son Ken and wife Linda Klassen of Port Coquitlam; 1 daughter Grace Hale of Maple Ridge; her mother, Mrs. Marie Winquest of Princetown; mother-in-law, Mrs. Helena Klassen of Waldham, Saskatchewan; 6 grandchildren; 4 sisters, 5 brothers and their families. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 8 at 2.30 p.m. from the Chapel of Valley View Funeral Home, 14660 - 72nd Avenue, Surrey. Pastor Les Klassen officiating. Interment Valley View Memorial Gardens. Donations to the Charity of your choice would be appreciated."
4905. Albert George BRUCE
1Newspaper, Winnipeg Free Press, Wednesday, March 3, 1971, page 3.
"KILLED IN CAR CRASH
A Fort Garry man was killed instantly Tuesday when the station wagon he was driving hit a concrete abutment of the Perimeter Highway bridge crossing the Red River south of Winnipeg.
Albert George Bruce, 39, of 30 Laval Drive, was alone in the station wagon when the accident occurred at about 1.30 p.m. He is survived by a wife and seven children.
RCMP officials said the station wagon was travelling west on the Perimeter Highway and struck the northeast abutment of the bridge. They said the body of the dead man had to be pried from the car. Road conditions at the scene of the accident were good, but no skid marks were found.
RCMP are still investigating the cause of the accident."2Newspaper Announcement, Winnipeg Free Press, Wednesday, March 3, 1971, page 27.
"Albert George Bruce
Accidently, in a car accident, on March 2, 1971, on Perimeter Highway, Albert George Bruce, aged 39, beloved husband of Shirley Bruce, of 30 Laval Drive, Fort Garry. Born in British Columbia, Mr. Bruce came to Manitoba in 1967 and was a former Dew-Liner. Besides his wife, Shirley, he is survived by four sons and two daughters, John, Robert, George and James, Wendy and Susan, all at home; a brother Gerald Bruce of New Westminster, B.C., a half brother Dwight Winquest of North Surry, B.C.; three sisters, Mrs. L. Murphy (Beverly) of Vancouver Island, Mrs. G. Klassen (Roberta) of North Burnaby, B.C., and Mrs. R. Robbins (Joyce) of North Surrey, B.C.; his parents Mr. Robert Bruce of Parkville, B.C. and Mrs. K. Winquest of Salt Springs, Indiana (sic). Funeral service will be held at 2.15 p.m. Friday at Pineview Memorial Chapel, Waverly at Chevrier Blvd., with Pastor V. Sundmark officiating. Cremation to follow. Friends wishing, may call from five to nine p.m. Thursday at Pineview Chapel. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the new Victoria Hospital, Childrens Ward."3Newspaper Announcement, Vancouver Sun Friday March 5, 1971.
"BRUCE -- Suddenly on March 2, 1971. Albert George (Sonny) BRUCE, aged 39 years of 30 Laval Dr., Winnipeg. Survived by his wife Shirley and children JOHN, ROBERT, WENDY, SUSAN, GEORGE and JAMES, all at home, also mother Mrs. K. E. Winquist, Saltspring, father Robert Bruce, Parkville. 2 brothers Gerald Bruce and Dwight Winquist, Surrey. Sister Mrs. Roberta Murphy, Parkville, stepfather, 3 step brothers and 1 step sister. Funeral service was held Friday March 5 in Winnipeg. Cremation. Memorial service will be held on Tuesday March 9, at 2 o'clock in Trinity Lutheran Church 11040 River Rd., Surrey. In lieu of flowers please donate to B.C. Cancer Foundation."
4906. John Hamilton BRUCE
1Newspaper, Vancouver Sun 10 Nov 1954.
"JACK BRUCE
HUGE WAVE SINKS SHIP; 2 MEN LOST
Radio Appeal Last Word From "Salmon Queen"
"Turn about Spray I and stand by. I've taken a huge wave over my stern."
This urgent call was the last sent by skipper Jack Bruce of the ill-fated fish packer Salmon Queen. Seconds later another wave smashed over the stern and sent the vessel and her two-man crew to their graves in Georgia strait, three miles off the Fraser river lightship. The call was heard at 11 p.m. Tuesday by Leo Carter, 25, of 714 Robson, skipper of the fish packer Spray I which was travelling with the 39-foot Salmon Queen. They were moving through a small squall and choppy waters on their way to Steveston to unload their fish cargo. Missing and presumed lost at sea are skipper Bruce, 22, of Westminster street, Surrey, and his deckhand Fred Orlesky, 19, of 296 River road, Lulu island, both of B.C. Packers. First word of the tragedy to come was skipper Bruce's call over the radio, "Hello, Spray I, answer right away."......................reporter said today, and he told me of the stern wave, but I never saw his light again. It happened that fast."."