Obits For Hamilton and Aikens Family
In Memoriam : William Hamilton
Mr.William Hamilton,one of Emo's most esteemed residents who was taken severely ill, some weeks ago, quietly
passed away at his home here on Saturday morning, Oct. 22nd aged 65 years. Mr. Hamilton was born at
Valcartier, Quebec,on Feb 12, 1852 (1854 )where he resided previously to coming to the Rainy River District. He was united in
marriage on March 30,1877 to Miss Janet Aiken of Valcartier Quebec,at Quebec City, who yet survives.To this union
was born nine children, four boys and 5 girls seven of whom are living ,Mrs. William Jewell of Big Fork predeceased
her father some years ago and Adam was killed overseas in 1918. While a resident of Valcartier Mr. Hamilton always
held a prominent place in public affairs and was an active worker in the interests of the schools,being first to petition for
a school in the locality. He served as a trustee for a number of years. Mr Hamilton came to the Rainy River district with
his family ,in February,1909 and settled on a farm in Alysworth,where he resided until the fall of 1919,at which time
he bought a residence n Emo, where he spent his last days.
Mr. Hamilton leaves to mourn him a loving wife, four daughters, Ruth Violet Webb, of
Winnipeg, Ada Pearl Frazer,of Big Fork, Florence of Saskatoon, and Isabelle Lindquist ,of
Alysworth,, Three sons ,William and David of Big Fork, and John of Emo, 2 brothers Adam of Lac Beauport Quebec, and John of
Saskatoon, one sister, Mrs. McPherson of Toronto, and a host of friends
Funeral services were held at St. George's Church on Monday,Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. ,by the Rev.Smith and burial made at
Emo Cemetery.Many beautiful floral tributes were laid on the grave. The pallbearers were J.A.
McEachern,E.W.Hogan Mr. Langstaff and Williaim Locking. The sympathy of the entire community go out to the
sorrowing family in their sad loss.
In loving memory of a loved one called to rest and those who think of him today are those who love him best.
Do not ask us if we miss him
O' there's such a vacant place
Can we e'er forget his footsteps,
Or his dear kind loving face.
May the heavenly winds blow
softly'
O'er the sweet and hallowed spot
Where our loved one now lies
sleeping
Who will never be forgot
Tis sweet to know we'll meet
again
where parting is no more
And that the one we loved so well
Has only gone before
Contributed
William Hamilton was son of William Hamilton and Isabelle Leithead of St. Gabriel deValcartier)
Final Rites for Mrs. W. Hamilton-1949
Funeral services were held for Mrs. William Hamilton aged 95,were held on Monday Oct.24 from the Emo United
Church with the Reverend A.J.Sinclair of Knox Presbytarian Church Fort Frances,assisted by Rev. J. Morden of Emo
United Church,officiating.Mrs. Hamilton passed away on October 21 at the home of her daughter Mrs. B. Lindquist
(Isabelle) 124 second St. Fort Frances. Internment was held in the family plot in Emo Cemetery. Pallbearers were
Arthur G. Langty C. Tattrie, G. McKay, E .Tompkns, and E. W. Hogan
Born at Valcartier ,Quebec, in 1854 where the early part of her life was spent she was united in marriage to William
Hamilton in 1877. in 1909 she moved with her husband to the Rainy River District ,settling on a farm in Alysworth .
Later after the death of their youngest son overseas in 1918, they moved to Emo,
where Mr. Hamilton passed away in 1921 .in 1924 Mrs. Hamiltonmade her home with her son-in-law and her daughter Mr. and Mrs. B. Lindquist,moving
with them to Fort Frances in 1931 Four sons and five daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton of which 3 sons
and 3 daughters survive,they are William of Fort William, David of Big Fork, John of Port Arthur,Mrs.Webb of
Vancouver, Mrs. Stammers ,of Calgary,and Mrs. Lindquist of Fort Frances.Other survivors are 19 grandchildren 49
great grandchildren and one great great grandchild
( Mrs. Hamilton was Janet Aikens daughter of David Aikens and Mary Broome)
John Hamilton dated August 30 1956
other survivors include a brother David Hamilton, of Emo and three sisters ,Mrs. Bert Lindquist(Isabella)
of Fort Frances,Mrs. Florence Stammers of Calgary and Mrs. Violet Webb of British Columbia. Funeral services woill
be held at 2 pm. Friday in Knox United Church,Emo with internment in Emo Cemetery
Deaths
Mrs. Donald Fraser
The death occurred suddenly ,this morning of Mrs. Donald Fraser,49 of Big Fork ,following a brief illness in the McKenzie hospital. The deceased underwent a major operation on Monday morning from which she rallied successfully
only to succumb early this morning. Funeral services have as yet not been arranged. Ada Pearl Hamilton was born on
Sept. 8 1887 near Quebec and came as a young woman with her parents to the Rainy River district in 1907. Where
she has resided ever since.She was married to Donald Fraser,of Big Fork. Besides the bereaved husband she leaves to
mourn her early demise two sons and one daughter Ross, Jimmy and Janet. also surviving are three sisters,Mrs. Violet
Webb, Vancouver, B.C.,Mrs. F. Stammers, Brock Sask, Mrs. B. Lindquist ,Fort Frances, three brothers John of Port
Arthur, William and David of Big Fork ,A host of friends made during her years of residence in the district will learnwith deep regret of the late Mrs.Fraser's death. (2.William 1. William)
Death of Mrs. Jewell
A sad and sudden death took place near Big Fork on Sunday afternoon last when Mary the beloved wife of Mr. Wm.
Jewell one of the prominent farmers of that section,passed away after a short illness following a confinement . On the
following Tuesday mother and child were laid to rest in Emo Cemetery, the services being attended by an immense
concourse of people.Mrs. Jewell who was a miss Mary Hamilton the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. William Hamilton of
Alysworth, was beloved by all who knew her and in her sudden demise the sorrowing husband and family have the
deep sympathy of all. Mrs. Jewell besides leaving a husband and five children, four brothers and four sisters all of
whom are living in this district except Mrs. James Saunders of Winnipeg . Mrs. J.T. Webb a sister lives in Fort
Frances. Mrs. Jewell was only 34 years of age and had always been in the best of health but complications following
confinement caused her sudden death. Some criticism of the reckless manner in which the minister and undertaker drove
to the cemetery has been made by some of those who attended the funeral ,the rapid driving seeming quite out of place
at a funeral, especially as the roads were none too smooth.
Mrs. Isabelle Lindquist dated 1967
Mrs. Isabelle Lindquist of Fort Frances passed away on Friday July 14 in LaVerendrye hospital. She was 73 years of
age. Mrs. Lindquist was born on August 12 1894 in Val Cartier ,Quebec coming to Ontario in 1909 . she married
Albert “Bert” Lindquist in 1917. they resided in emo until coming to Fort Frances in 1930.
She was predeceased by her husband the later Albert Lindquist in 1966
WEBB
Passed away May 7 1962 Ruth Violet Webb of 2654 E.46th Ave. Vancouver in her 76th year.Survived by 3 sons
, William John and Charles, Vancouver, Albert, Surrey, Mrs. Ruth McCorrister,Richmond, Mrs.IreneGirardi,and
Mrs. Evelyn Ray of Surrey,2 sisters and one brother,18 granchildren,and 10 gr.grandchildren,Funeral Friday may 11 at 10 a.m.in the Chapel of Harold Edwards Ltd. 705 West Broadway.Rev. C. Cronin officiating,Cremation to follow
Formerly Ruth Violet Hamilton born Valcartier Quebec.
Died
On Thursday morning, March twentieth
David George Harold ,infant son of Mr. And Mrs. John Thomas Webb
Aged nine months Funeral will take place on Saturday afternoon at 3 o’clock from the family residence ,Second street to
the Fort Frances Cemetry. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation
Funeral of the late Miss Mary Ellen Hamilton
The funeral services of the late M. Ellen (Queenie) Hamilton who died at Chatham Ontario
on Wednesday last after a short illness,took place yesterday afternoon at St.__Church Limoilou and was attended by relatives and friends.The
rector, Reverand P. Roy officiated and spoke words of comfort and hope. Mr. John S. Jackson presided at the organ and
the following hyms were sung,"Rock of Ages',"Blest are the pure of Heart" and "Abide with thee fast falls the
Eventide.At the close of the service the 'Death March' was rendered when the whole congregation reverently stood with
bowed heads after which the N--Dimittis was sung.The Internment took place in the family plot at the Mount Hermon
Cemetery.The mortal remains were accompanied by her cousin Miss Mary J. McPherson,and by Mrs. McPherson an
aunt. The Pallbearers were Messrs. Russel Rourke ,William Rourke, Fredrick Thomassin, Paul Fleming ,Gerald
__mons and Alwyn McKee.
Miss Hamilton was of a bright cheerful disposition and will be much missed by her many friends among whom
she was a general favorite. Much sympathy is felt for Mr. and Mrs. Adam Hamilton and also William and Walter
Hamilton brothers who mourn the loss of an only daughter and only sister respectively.
Hamilton-
The death of John L. Hamilton ,age 77 years, of 1103 Munro Avenue, Saskatoon , occurrred suddenly at his home
on November 15th 1952 .The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 18th at 2 p.m . from the chapel of
the Saskatoon Funeral home, conducted by Rev. R.Manwaring . surviving ,are his widow, 3 sons,John ,Walter and Jim
Hamilton. Saskatoon: five daughters Mrs. L Thompson (Eva) and Miss june Hamilton, both of Saskatoon, Mrs. R.
Ziensner (Hettie) ,Whitby , Ontario; Miss Marion Hamilton,Toronto,and Mrs. J. Large( Shirley), Toronto,The late
Mr. Hamilton was born in Quebec,and came to Saskatoon 40 years ago. He had been engaged in construction work,
Internment in Woodlawn Cemetery
(John Laithead Hamilton was the son of Willliam Hamilton and Isabelle Leithead of St.Gabriel de Valcartier)
Hamilton
One of the oldest residents of Lake Beauport Mrs. Adam Hamilton ,wife of the late Adam
Hamilton passed away in her 99th year on Sept 24 1950. The deceased who was the former Margaret Rourke,was
born at Valcartier,the daughter of the late Jame Rourke and Martha
Calback but had resided at Lake Beauport for 47 years,where she was highly esteemed .
She is survived by her two sons ,William of Lake Beauport and Walter Hamilton of Edgemont South Dakota U.S.A.
and her daughters-in-law Mrs. William Hamilton and Mrs. Walter Hamilton
The funeral was held from the funeral home of Germain Lepine Ltd., Quebec, to St. Peter's Church,where the service
was conducted by Rev. S. Rodney Walters. internment took place at Mount Hermon Cemetery. Among those who
attended the service were, A.Aikens, Mrs. A. Aikens ,Mr. and Mrs. E. An -- Mr. and Mrs. L. Bigaouette, Mr. and
Mrs. J. Blaker , R. Blaker, F. Byrne, P. Byrne, E. Culen, Miss. M. Culen, M.Craig, M. Dorval, N. Fleming, T.
Fleming, A. Gagne, Mr. and Mrs. D. Hamilton, F. Hicks, J. Hurley, W. Hurley, M. Keogh, G. Langevin, J. Maher,?.
McBain, Mr. and Mrs, E. McBain, Mr. and Mrs. K. McBain, W. McBain, W. McCune, H. McDonough, Mr. and
Mrs. T. McKinley, B. Monaghan,Mr. and Mrs. C. Neil, W. Nightingale, Mr. and Mrs. W. Pearson, Mr. And Mrs. C.
Rourke, E. Rourke, G. Rourke, Mr.and Mrs. Merle Rourke, Mr. and Mrs. Melville Rourke, W. Rourke, Mr. and Mrs.
G. Sabourin, R. Sabourin, G. Sangster, W. Sangster, Mrs. H. Simons, J. Shea, P. Shea, H. Smith, Mrs. L.. Smith T.
Smith, L. Thomassin, G. Whalen, ?. Wolff, F. Wolfe and many others.
Hamilton: At Lake Beauport on Friday, August 3rd,1956, at the age of 61 years , died William
Hamilton, proprietor, of Lac Bleu , dearly beloved husband of jenny Maher. Funeral Monday 3:00 p.m. leaving
Germain Lepine Ltd Funeral Home 725 St. Vallier Street, East (Lepine Square) at 2:45 p.m. for St. Peter's Church
Limoilou . thence to Mount Hermon Cemetery
Hamilton : Elisa Jane (Maher) passed away peacefully at Chauveau Hospital ,Quebec, on
July 19 1986 Beloved wife of the late Wiliam Hamilton ,dear sister of Catherine,Bridget ,Julia,Mary ,Irene, and
brother in law Leo Bigaouette , and nieces and nephew. Funeral services was held in Ste. Catherine Parish
Church,que.on Monday July 21 1986. burial took place in mount Hermon Cemetery ,Sillery, Quebec. the Reverend
Father Charles Painchaud officiated. pallbearers were Yvon Cote, Tommy Denis,Richard Savourin, Rod Blaker, Keith
McBain, Gerry Gurrie
Valcartier Citizen Funeral Held 1974
Archibald Aikens ,former resident of Valcartier, died at Chicoutimi Hospital, recently at the age of 70 years. Mr.Aikens is survived by his son , Ermine Aikens ,Quebec.Ada Rose Rice,two daughters, Mrs. Harold Aberman (Beatrice)
of Sawyerville P.Q. and Mrs. Jack Adams (Kathleen)
of Kenogami. P.Q. and one sister Mrs. Richard Atkins of Quebec, Funeral services were held
August 25 at Presbyterian Church ,Valcartier, P.Q. (2.Isaac,1.David)
Aikens- At Quebec on May 21st 1964, Adam Aikens beloved husband of Marion Berry residing at St.
Catherine Village . Resting at the Julien Funeral Parlor,St. Catheriine Village, Portneuf Co. Funeral service on
Saturday May 23rd at 10:30 a.m. at Parish Church Interment in the Parish cemetery.
(2.Alexander,1.David Aikens )
Aikens Mabel Ward ,at Quebec on Sept. 30 1975 Mabel Ward wife of the late Alexander Aikens .She
resided at Quebec Funeral service took place Friday Oct. 3 from Lepine Cloutier Ltee, Funeral Home.1584 Chemin St.
Louis for Trinity Church. Chemin des QuartreBourgeois, then to Mount Hermon Cemetary. She leaves to mourn Mrs.
Cecil Hornsby (Effie) Mrs. Allan Brown (Doris) her daughter in-law Mrs. Elwin Aikens (Lily) as well as several
grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Aikens At Beauport on January 9th 1960 at the age of 51 years and 2 months Elwin J.A. Aikens beloved
husband of Lily Gore ,son of Mabel Aikens and the late Alexander Aikens Funeral today Tuesday at 2 p.m. leaving his
late residence 32 des Cascades Beauport at 1:30 for St. Peter's Church thence to Mount Hermon Cemetary
Aikens David William at Vancouver on Thursday Feb. 17 1983 Beloved father of William, David,
Gerold and Shirley.(Mrs. Charles Robinson Survived by 3 brothers Joseph ,James and John and 4 sisters Mary ,Jennie
Theresa and Margaret.also many brothers-in-law sisters-in-law,daughters-in-law and six grandchildren and many
nieces and nephews.Funeral
Aikens-James At Jeffery Hale Hospital on September 27 ,1985 aged 74 years .Formerly of Fossambault
sur-de-Lac. Beloved husband of Vera Laing .Also survived by his children Ruth, of British Columbia (Mrs. Rod
Chestney) Bruce of Fossambault -sur de-Lac.his brothers and sisters ,brothers-in-law and sisters -in-law. Mr. Joseph
Aikens of Chute-Panet , Mr.and Mrs. John Aikens of B.C.Mary, Jenny ,Theresa, Margaret,(Mr.and Mrs. John
McLaughlin, Mr.and Mrs. Wilfred Laing, and many nieces and nephews .the faimly wil recieve condolences at the
Funeral Home L.Leclerc & Son Ltd. 1 Jolicoeur St. Ste. Catherine,Saturday and Sunday,from 2 p.m to 5
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