Sarah Tanner1
F, #76659, b. 2 December 1823, d. 11 August 1896
Citations
- [S1397] Alonzo Howard Clark Louis Henry Cornish, A National Register of the Society , Sons of the American Revolution ( Press of A. H. Kellogg, 1902). Hereinafter cited as A National Register of the Society.
- [S1542] George C. Tanner, The Genealogy of William Tanner published by the author, 1905), 55. Hereinafter cited as The Genealogy of William Tanner.
- [S1472] Lucius E. Weaver, The Weaver Genealogy (Rochester, New York: The Du Bois Press, 1928), 104. Hereinafter cited as The Weaver Genealogy.
Tacey Tanner1
F, #65550, b. 22 July 1792
Citations
- [S1067] Allan Lee Tieman, "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records" (Blue Island, Illinois). . Hereinafter cited as "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records."
Tacy Tanner1
F, #64073, b. 22 July 1742
| Birth* | Tacy Tanner was born on 22 July 1742 in Charlestown, Washington County, Rhode Island, U.S.A. .1 |
| Marriage* | She married George Crandall, son of Samuel Crandall and Mary, on 20 September 1761, in South Kingston, Washington County, Rhode Island, U.S.A..1 |
| Burial* | Tacy Tanner was buried in New York, U.S.A..1 |
Citations
- [S1067] Allan Lee Tieman, "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records" (Blue Island, Illinois). . Hereinafter cited as "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records."
William Tanner1
M, #65532
Citations
- [S1067] Allan Lee Tieman, "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records" (Blue Island, Illinois). . Hereinafter cited as "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records."
William Tanner1
M, #65545, b. 29 February 1727/28
Citations
- [S1067] Allan Lee Tieman, "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records" (Blue Island, Illinois). . Hereinafter cited as "Allan Lee Tieman, compiled records."
William Bent Tanner
M, #20297, b. 28 June 1900, d. 21 January 1969
| Birth* | William Bent Tanner was born on 28 June 1900 in Salisbury, Massachusetts, U.S.A.. |
| He was the son of Job Albert Tanner and Elva Blanche Shaw. |
| Marriage* | William Bent Tanner married Elsie Mae Brown, daughter of Lorris Bertron Brown and Mary Elizabeth Marden, on 12 June 1923, in Amesbury, Massachusetts, U.S.A.. |
| Death* | William Bent Tanner died on 21 January 1969, at age 68, in North Conway, New Hampshire, U.S.A.. |
Ada Ellen Tanton1
F, #112527, b. 31 December 1869, d. 7 August 1942
| Name Variation | Ada Ellen Tanton is also known as Addie Tanton.3 |
| Name-Com | She is commonly known as Ada Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | She was born on 31 December 1869 in Prince Edward Island.4 |
| She was the daughter of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.2 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Ada Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of William Tanton, as a daughter, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 42) were his wife, Sophia Jamieson (age 41), their children, Maud (age 19), Leonard (age 15), Cecil (age 14), Ada (age 11), Willard (age 8), Leslie (age 5) and Wilfred (age 1). William was a farmer. The family religion was Anglican.2 |
| Marriage* | Ada Tanton married Lewis Tanton, son of John Tanton and Pamela.3 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Addie Tanton was enumerated on the census of 15 May 1891 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as his wife, in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 29) were his wife Addie (age 21) and their daughter Elsie (age 8 months). Lewis was a grocer. He was a Methodist, while Addie and Elsie were Anglican.3 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Ada Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as his wife, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 39) were his wife Ada (age 31), their children, Elsie (age 10), Mary (age 9), Gladys (age 7) and unnamed daughter (age 1). Lewis was a general merchant of a grocery store. The family religion was Methodist.4 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Ada Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as his wife, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.5 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Ada Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as his wife, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.6 |
| Death* | Ada Ellen Tanton died on 7 August 1942, at age 72.1 |
| (Interred) Burial | She was buried in the plot of Lewis Philkins Tanton, in the People's Cemetery, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
Citations
- [S11331] Cemetery Transcript, People's Cemetery, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, transcription, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 33-12 (2012), Library of David Arthur Walker,.
- [S15302] 1881 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #223 of William Tanton, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reel C-13162, Page 56. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15901] 1891 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #418 of Lewis Tanton, 15 May 1891, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm #T-6383. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15902] 1901 Census of Canada, Charlottetown (City), Queen's (West) County, Prince Edward Island, household #113 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-6428 to T-6556, page 10. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Adelaide Georgina Tanton1
F, #112856, b. 4 April 1860, d. 3 July 1931
| Name Variation | Adelaide Georgina Tanton is also known as Adelaide Georgeana Tanton.2 |
| Name-Com | She is commonly known as Adelaide Tanton.3 |
| Name-Comalso | She is also commonly known as Ada.4 |
| Birth* | She was born on 4 April 1860 in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.2,5 |
| She was the daughter of William Tanton and Unity.2 |
| Baptism | Adelaide Georgina Tanton was baptized on 10 July 1861 in Trinity, First Methodist Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; the officiating clergyman was Rev. Henry Daniel.2 |
| Marriage* | She married William Small, son of Gordon Small and Elizabeth Mills, on 18 September 1883, in Prince Edward Island, Canada. They were married by license. William was a bachelor, Adelaide a spinster.1 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Adelaide Tanton was enumerated on the census of 20 May 1891 in the household of William Small, as his wife, in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 27) were his wife, Adelaide Tanton (age 28), their children, William Gordon (age 6), Georgina (age 4) & Frederick (age 3). Also enumerated was Elizabeth Newbury (age 19), a domestic. William was a cloth miller. The family religion was Presbyterian.3 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Adelaide Tanton was enumerated on the census of 9 April 1901 in the household of William Small, as his wife, in Kootenay (East), (South Riding/Division Nord), Yale and Cariboo, British Columbia, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 37) were his wife, Adelaide Tanton (age 40), their children, Gordon (age 16), Georgie (age 13), Frederick (age 12), Sydney (age 9) and Eva (age 3). William was an engineer. The family religion was Presbyterian.5 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Adelaide Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of William Small, as his wife, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 48) were his wife, Adelaide Tanton (age 49), their children, Gordon (age 26), Georgie (age 24), Fred (age 22), Sydney (age 20) and Eva (age 14). William was a machinist. The family religion was Presbyterian.6 |
| Death* | Adelaide Georgina Tanton died on 3 July 1931, at age 71.7 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, Greater Vancouver Regional District, British Columbia, Canada.7 |
Citations
- [S15665] Prince Edward Island, Canada, Marriage Registers, 1832-1888, William Small & Adelaide Georgina Tanton, , 18 September 1883, PARO, Public Archives and Records Office of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Prince Edward Island Provincial Archives, Marriages 1878-1888, DGS 004146270, FHL Roll 001630095.
- [S15668] Baptismal Record, Adelaide Georgeana Tanton, Trinity, First Methodist, Church Records, Charlottetown; Record Book Number 2, Record Book Page 111, (10 July 1861). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15666] 1891 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens, Prince Edward Island, household #485 of William Small, 20 May 1891, digital copy of original document, LAC Roll T-6383. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15667] Baptismal Record, William Gordon Small, Zion Presbyterian Church Records, Charlottetown; Record Book Number 1, (6 March 1886). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15669] 1901 Census of Canada, Kootenay (East/est), (South Riding/Division Nord), Yale and Cariboo, British Columbia, household #27 of William Small, 9 April 1901, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilms T-6428 to T-6556, Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15670] 1911 Census of Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, household of William Small, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm Reels T-20326 to T-20460. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15674] Find a Grave, Memorial ID 157937159. Hereinafter cited as Find a Grave.
Albert W. Tanton1
M, #113133, b. circa 1858, d. 28 February 1931
Citations
- [S15937] William Dugald Clark & Janet Ethel Tanton, (unknown date), Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915, New England Historic Genealogical Society, Boston, Massachusetts, Massachusetts Vital Records, 1911–1915. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915.
- [S15938] Cemetery Marker, St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Albert W. Tanton & Julia A. Rogers, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker.
Ann Eliza Tanton1
F, #112525, b. 8 July 1863
| Name-Com | Ann Eliza Tanton is commonly known as Eliza Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | She was born on 8 July 1863 in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.1 |
| She was the daughter of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.1 |
| Baptism | Ann Eliza Tanton was baptized on 18 October 1863 in St. John's Anglican Church, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.419983,-63.811033; the officiating clergyman was Rev. J.H. Reid.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | She was enumerated on the census of 29 April 1891 in the household of William Tanton, as a daughter, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 54) were his second wife, Deborah Sharp (age 54), his children by his first marriage, Eliza (age 28), Willie (age 18), Leslie (age 15), Wilfred (age 11) and Elizabeth (age 8). William was a farmer, Eliza was a dress maker. The family religion was Anglican, except for Deborah, who was a Disciple of Christ.2 |
Citations
- [S15308] Baptismal Record ~ Ann Eliza Tanton, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown. St. John's Anglican Church Records, St. Eleanors, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 243. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15323] 1891 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #123 of William Tanton, 29 April 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC microfilm reel T-6383; Page 30. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Arthur W. Tanton1
M, #113114, b. circa 1860
| Birth* | Arthur W. Tanton was born circa 1860 in Prince Edward Island.1 |
| He was the son of John Tanton and Pamela.1 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Arthur W. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Tanton, as a son, in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John Tanton (age 48) were his wife Pamela (age 46), their children, Arthur (age 21), Lewis (age 19), Herbert (age 17) and Ethel (age 3). John was a trader, Herbert was a music teacher. The family religion was Wesleyan Methodist.1 |
Citations
- [S15909] 1881 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #680 of John Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll C_13163. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Benjamin Watson Tanton
M, #16386, b. 30 July 1911
Citations
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Dr. Benjamin Watson Tanton1,2
M, #70504, b. 30 July 1911
| Birth* | Dr. Benjamin Watson Tanton was born on 30 July 1911 in residence, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Dr. Edwin Thomas Tanton and Nancy Hall Muncey.2 |
| Baptism | Dr. Benjamin Watson Tanton was baptized on 10 September 1911 in St. Mary's Anglican Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.39397,-63.79075; the officiating clergyman was F. M. Webster.1 |
Citations
- [S8799] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Baptismal Records Book, Record Book 2, Page 32, (10 September 1911). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Caroline Ellen Tanton1
F, #106607, b. 17 October 1841, d. 12 April 1903
| Name-Com | Caroline Ellen Tanton is commonly known as Caroline Tanton.3,4 |
| Birth* | She was born on 17 October 1841 in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.2,3,5 |
| She was the daughter of George Tanton and Mary Wood.2 |
| Baptism | Caroline Ellen Tanton was baptized on 6 August 1845 in St. John's Anglican Church, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.419983,-63.811033; the officiating clergyman was Rev. A.V.G. Wiggins.2 |
| Marriage* | She married William Pickering, son of William Pickering of Stanley Bridge.4 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Caroline Ellen Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1891 in the household of William Pickering in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Included in the household with William (age 51) were his wife, Caroline Tanton (age 49), their children, Florence (age 24), George (age 18), Lucy (age 16), Hollace (age 13) and Leonard (age 11). The family religion was Methodist.6 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Caroline Ellen Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of William Pickering in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Included in the household with William (age 60) were his wife, Caroline Tanton (age 59), their children, George (age 28), Lucy (age 26) and Leonard (age 21).3 |
| Death* | Caroline Ellen Tanton died on 12 April 1903, at age 61, in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Obituary: "Passed peacefully away at St. Eleanors on the morning of April 12th, Caroline E., wife of William Pickering, aged 61 years. Deceased had been in failing health for some time but not until the last few weeks did the bereaved family give up all hope of her recovery. Everything that medical aid and kind hands could do was done to alleviate her pain and restore her to health, but He who knows best willed otherwise. She bore her sickness uncomplainingly and patiently, thinking more of others than herself. Deceased was noted for her kind, sociable and cheerful disposition, thus winning for herself numerous friends, and when the last breath of life had ceased there came to an end a life spent for her family.
She leaves a sorrowing husband, four daughters, Mrs. E. Chute, Fall River, Mass; Mrs. A. J. Linkletter, Summerside; Mrs. W. Snowey, New Village; and Miss Lucy at home; and three sons, George T. of St. Eleanors; Hollis H. of Dawson City, and Leonard at home; one brother, Mr. William Tanton of Summerside, the only one remaining of a large family of boys and girls. Deceased was born at St. Eleanors in 1842, and was a daughter of the late George Tanton of that place. Services were conducted at the house by Rev. Neil McLaughlin, assisted by Rev. W. H. Smith. The following were the pallbearers: Messrs. Wm. Schurman, Alex Allan, Donald McCallum, W. H. Cannon, Albert Philips and James Harris."4,5 |
| Burial* | She was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.405224,-63.776907.
Inscription: In / Memory of / Caroline Tanton / Wife of / William Pickering / Died / Apr. 12, 1903, / ÆT. 61. / -- / PICKERING
Left: In / Memory of / William Pickering / Died / Jan. 17, 1906. / ÆT. 66.4,7
 Tombstone, Caroline Tanton (1841-1903) and William Pickering (1840-1906). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Front inscription detail.  Left inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S10887] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Record Book 1, Page 33. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S11470] Baptismal Record, Caroline Ellen Tanton, Church of England records, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince edward Island, Canada, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 170. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S10886] 1901 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of William Pickering household #41, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reels T-6428 to T-6556, Page 5. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S8553] Cemetery Transcript, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, PEIGS publication Lot 17-4 (2003), Library of David Arthur Walker,.
- [S11469] Death Notice, Pioneer, Summerside, published 18 April, 1903, Page 3, Column 1. Hereinafter cited as Pioneer.
- [S10893] 1891 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of William Pickering household #120, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reel T-6383. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S11466] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Caroline Tanton & William Pickering, tombstone inscription & photograph; read by David A. Walker, 23 June 2016.
- [S10891] Baptismal Record, Church of England records, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Record Book 1, Page 236. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S10889] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Record Book 1, Page 34. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S10892] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Record Book 1, Page 33. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S10890] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Record Book 1, Page 34. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
Cecil George Tanton1
M, #112524, b. 18 September 1868
| Name-Com | Cecil George Tanton is commonly known as Cecil Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | He was born on 18 September 1868 in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.1 |
| He was the son of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.1 |
| Baptism | Cecil George Tanton was baptized on 30 June 1873 in St. Mary's Anglican Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.39397,-63.79075; the officiating clergyman was Rev. J.W. Forsythe.1 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of William Tanton, as a son, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 42) were his wife, Sophia Jamieson (age 41), their children, Maud (age 19), Leonard (age 15), Cecil (age 14), Ada (age 11), Willard (age 8), Leslie (age 5) and Wilfred (age 1). William was a farmer. The family religion was Anglican.2 |
Citations
- [S15307] Baptismal Record ~ Cecil George Tanton, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown. St. Mary's Anglican Church Records, Summerside, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 34. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15302] 1881 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #223 of William Tanton, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reel C-13162, Page 56. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Dr. Clare Worrell Tanton1,2
M, #70505, b. 12 June 1913
| Birth* | Dr. Clare Worrell Tanton was born on 12 June 1913 in residence, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Dr. Edwin Thomas Tanton and Nancy Hall Muncey.2 |
| Baptism | Dr. Clare Worrell Tanton was baptized on 13 July 1913 in St. Mary's Anglican Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.39397,-63.79075; the officiating clergyman was C. de W. White.1 |
Citations
- [S8800] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Baptismal Records Book, Record Book 2, Page 38, (13 July 1913). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Cora Blanche Tanton1
F, #113102, b. 10 August 1899
| Name-Com | Cora Blanche Tanton is commonly known as Cora Tanton.2,3 |
| Birth* | She was born on 10 August 1899 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.2 |
| She was the daughter of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.2 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Cora Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 39) were his wife Ada (age 31), their children, Elsie (age 10), Mary (age 9), Gladys (age 7) and unnamed daughter (age 1). Lewis was a general merchant of a grocery store. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Cora Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.3 |
| Baptism | Cora Blanche Tanton was baptized on 9 May 1915 in Trinity First Methodist Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; the officiating clergyman was Rev. F.H. Littlejohns.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | She was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.4 |
Citations
- [S15907] Baptismal Record, Cora Blanche Tanton, Trinity First Methodist Church Records, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 153, (9 May 1915). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15902] 1901 Census of Canada, Charlottetown (City), Queen's (West) County, Prince Edward Island, household #113 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-6428 to T-6556, page 10. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Doris Tanton1
F, #113104, b. May 1904
| Birth* | Doris Tanton was born in May 1904 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Doris Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Doris Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
Citations
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Edison Cecil Tanton1
M, #113105, b. 8 May 1906
| Name-Com | Edison Cecil Tanton is commonly known as Edison Tanton, in 1911.2 |
| Birth* | He was born on 8 May 1906 at home, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1,2 |
| He was the son of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.2 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Edison Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a son, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Cecil Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as a son, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.3 |
| Name-Comalso | Edison Cecil Tanton is also commonly known as Cecil Tanton, in 1921.3 |
| Baptism | He was baptized on 2 February 1922 in Trinity First Methodist Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; the officiating clergyman was Rev. W.F. Glendenning.1 |
Citations
- [S15906] Baptismal Record, Edison Cecil Tanton, Trinity First Methodist Church Records, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Record Book Number 1, (2 February 1922). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Dr. Edwin Thomas Tanton1
M, #21408, b. 1882, d. 1958
| Name-Com | Dr. Edwin Thomas Tanton is commonly known as Dr. Edwin Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | He was born in 1882.2 |
| Marriage* | He married Nancy Hall Muncey, daughter of Townsend Coffin Muncey and Harriett Muttart.3 |
| Death* | Dr. Edwin Thomas Tanton died in 1958.2 |
| Burial* | He was buried in St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 43.42018,-63.80995.
Inscription: TANTON / Edwin T. M.D. C.M. / F.A.C.S. / 1882 - 1958 | His Wife / Nancy Muncey / 1897 - 1982.2,4
 Tombstone, edwin Thomas Tanton (1882-1958), his wife Nancy Muncey (1897-1982). St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors , Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S8802] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Baptismal Records Book, Record Book 2, Page 42, (23 May 1915). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S8561] Cemetery Transcriptions, St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, transcriptions, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 17-2 (1998) Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, Section F, Row 3, Stone #241.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
- [S12456] Cemetery marker, St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Edwin T. Tanton & Nancy Muncey, tombstone inscription & photograph; read by David A. Walker, 22 July 2017.
Eleanor Tanton1
F, #113109, b. circa 1913
| Birth* | Eleanor Tanton was born circa 1913 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Eleanor Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.1 |
Citations
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Elizabeth Tanton1
F, #112535, b. circa 1883
| Birth* | Elizabeth Tanton was born circa 1883 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Elizabeth Tanton was enumerated on the census of 29 April 1891 in the household of William Tanton, as a daughter, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 54) were his second wife, Deborah Sharp (age 54), his children by his first marriage, Eliza (age 28), Willie (age 18), Leslie (age 15), Wilfred (age 11) and Elizabeth (age 8). William was a farmer, Eliza was a dress maker. The family religion was Anglican, except for Deborah, who was a Disciple of Christ.1 |
Citations
- [S15323] 1891 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #123 of William Tanton, 29 April 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC microfilm reel T-6383; Page 30. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Elsie D. Tanton1
F, #113099, b. 15 August 1890
| Birth* | Elsie D. Tanton was born on 15 August 1890 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.2 |
| She was the daughter of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Elsie D. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 15 May 1891 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 29) were his wife Addie (age 21) and their daughter Elsie (age 8 months). Lewis was a grocer. He was a Methodist, while Addie and Elsie were Anglican.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Elsie D. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 39) were his wife Ada (age 31), their children, Elsie (age 10), Mary (age 9), Gladys (age 7) and unnamed daughter (age 1). Lewis was a general merchant of a grocery store. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Elsie D. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.3 |
Citations
- [S15901] 1891 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #418 of Lewis Tanton, 15 May 1891, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm #T-6383. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15902] 1901 Census of Canada, Charlottetown (City), Queen's (West) County, Prince Edward Island, household #113 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-6428 to T-6556, page 10. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Ethel B. Tanton1
F, #113116, b. circa 1878
| Birth* | Ethel B. Tanton was born circa 1878 in Prince Edward Island.1 |
| She was the daughter of John Tanton and Pamela.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Ethel B. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John Tanton (age 48) were his wife Pamela (age 46), their children, Arthur (age 21), Lewis (age 19), Herbert (age 17) and Ethel (age 3). John was a trader, Herbert was a music teacher. The family religion was Wesleyan Methodist.1 |
Citations
- [S15909] 1881 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #680 of John Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll C_13163. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
George Tanton1
M, #107391
Citations
- [S11470] Baptismal Record, Caroline Ellen Tanton, Church of England records, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince edward Island, Canada, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 170. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15325] Baptismal Record, William Tanton, Public Archives; Prince Edward Island, Canada; St. John's Anglican Church Records, St. Eleanors. Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 122. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
George Davis Tanton1
M, #105630, b. circa 1829, d. 29 December 1874
| Name-Com | George Davis Tanton is commonly known as George Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | He was born circa 1829.3 |
| Marriage* | He married Margaret Sharp.1,4 |
| Death* | George Davis Tanton died on 29 December 1874.3 |
| Burial* | He was buried in St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.41957,-63.81015.
Inscription: In / Memory of / George D. Tanton / Died / Dec. 29, 1874, / Æ. 45 / Also his wife / Margaret Sharp / 1829 - 1916.3,4
 Tombstone, George D. Tanton (1829-1874), his wife Margaret Sharp (1829-1916). St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S10048] Correspondence with Ron Slater, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
- [S10070] Baptismal Record, Church of England Records, Richmond, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 241, (5 April 1863). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S8561] Cemetery Transcriptions, St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, transcriptions, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 17-2 (1998) Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker.
- [S10082] Cemetery marker, St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. George D. Tanton & Margaret Sharp, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 June 2015.
Gladys Tanton1
F, #113101, b. 18 February 1894
| Name-Comalso | Gladys Tanton is also commonly known as Muriel Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | She was born on 18 February 1894 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Gladys Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 39) were his wife Ada (age 31), their children, Elsie (age 10), Mary (age 9), Gladys (age 7) and unnamed daughter (age 1). Lewis was a general merchant of a grocery store. The family religion was Methodist.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Gladys Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.3 |
| Marriage* | Muriel Tanton married Mr. McConnell.2 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Muriel Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
Citations
- [S15902] 1901 Census of Canada, Charlottetown (City), Queen's (West) County, Prince Edward Island, household #113 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-6428 to T-6556, page 10. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Harriet Mary Rodric Tanton1
F, #105629, b. 9 February 1863, d. 24 October 1950
Citations
- [S10070] Baptismal Record, Church of England Records, Richmond, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 241, (5 April 1863). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S10048] Correspondence with Ron Slater, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
Herbert A. Tanton1
M, #113115, b. circa 1864
| Birth* | Herbert A. Tanton was born circa 1864 in Prince Edward Island.1 |
| He was the son of John Tanton and Pamela.1 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Herbert A. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Tanton, as a son, in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John Tanton (age 48) were his wife Pamela (age 46), their children, Arthur (age 21), Lewis (age 19), Herbert (age 17) and Ethel (age 3). John was a trader, Herbert was a music teacher. The family religion was Wesleyan Methodist.1 |
Citations
- [S15909] 1881 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #680 of John Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll C_13163. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Janet Ethel Tanton1
F, #113132, b. circa 1880
| Birth* | Janet Ethel Tanton was born circa 1880 in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Albert W. Tanton and Julia A. Rogers.1 |
| (First) Marriage* | Janet Ethel Tanton married first William Dugald Clark, son of John M. Clark and Elizabeth Stewart, on 20 November 1900 in Somerville, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, U.S.A., William was 26 years old, living in Boston. Janet was 20 years old, living in Somerville.1 |
| (Second) Marriage* | Janet Ethel Tanton married second Leonard White, son of John White and Deliah Milberry, on 7 September 1910 in Waltham, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, U.S.A..2 |
Citations
- [S15937] William Dugald Clark & Janet Ethel Tanton, (unknown date), Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915, New England Historic Genealogical Society, Boston, Massachusetts, Massachusetts Vital Records, 1911–1915. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915.
- [S15939] Janet Ethel Tanton & Leonard White, (7 September 1882), Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915, New England Historic Genealogical Society, Boston, Massachusetts Massachusetts Vital Records, 1911–1915. Record ID 2511::2042967. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915.
John Tanton1
M, #113112, b. circa 1862
| Marriage* | John Tanton married Pamela.1 |
| Birth* | John Tanton was born circa 1862 in Prince Edward Island.1 |
| Census HeadHousehold* | He was head of the household in the census of 1881 in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John Tanton (age 48) were his wife Pamela (age 46), their children, Arthur (age 21), Lewis (age 19), Herbert (age 17) and Ethel (age 3). John was a trader, Herbert was a music teacher. The family religion was Wesleyan Methodist.1 |
Children of John Tanton and Pamela
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Citations
- [S15909] 1881 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #680 of John Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll C_13163. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
John Hallis Tanton1
M, #58851, b. 19 May 1882, d. 19 March 1971
| Birth* | John Hallis Tanton was born on 19 May 1882 in Byron, Ontario, Canada.1 |
| Marriage* | He married Ethel Christobelle Hamilton, daughter of John Richard Hamilton and Mary Ann Ennis, on 4 October 1910, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.1 |
| Death* | John Hallis Tanton died on 19 March 1971, at age 88, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.1 |
Citations
- [S1213] Jean Agnes (Ferguson) Smith, Ennis History, Part 2 (: privately published, 1979). Hereinafter cited as Ennis History, Part 2.
John Henry Tanton1
M, #58852, b. 15 September 1914
Citations
- [S1213] Jean Agnes (Ferguson) Smith, Ennis History, Part 2 (: privately published, 1979). Hereinafter cited as Ennis History, Part 2.
Julia E. Tanton1
F, #71181
Citations
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Leonard Tanton1
M, #112526, b. circa 1866
| Birth* | Leonard Tanton was born circa 1866 in Prince Edward Island.1 |
| He was the son of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.1 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Leonard Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of William Tanton, as a son, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 42) were his wife, Sophia Jamieson (age 41), their children, Maud (age 19), Leonard (age 15), Cecil (age 14), Ada (age 11), Willard (age 8), Leslie (age 5) and Wilfred (age 1). William was a farmer. The family religion was Anglican.1 |
Citations
- [S15302] 1881 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #223 of William Tanton, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reel C-13162, Page 56. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Leslie Gordon Tanton1
M, #72047, b. 4 January 1876, d. 1 June 1895
| Name-Com | Leslie Gordon Tanton is commonly known as Leslie Tanton.3,4 |
| Birth* | He was born on 4 January 1876 in Town Road, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.1 |
| He was the son of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.2 |
| Baptism | Leslie Gordon Tanton was baptized on 27 March 1877 in St. Mary's Anglican Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.39397,-63.79075; the officiating clergyman was Theo. Richey.1 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of William Tanton, as a son, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 42) were his wife, Sophia Jamieson (age 41), their children, Maud (age 19), Leonard (age 15), Cecil (age 14), Ada (age 11), Willard (age 8), Leslie (age 5) and Wilfred (age 1). William was a farmer. The family religion was Anglican.3 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Leslie Tanton was enumerated on the census of 29 April 1891 in the household of William Tanton, as a son, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 54) were his second wife, Deborah Sharp (age 54), his children by his first marriage, Eliza (age 28), Willie (age 18), Leslie (age 15), Wilfred (age 11) and Elizabeth (age 8). William was a farmer, Eliza was a dress maker. The family religion was Anglican, except for Deborah, who was a Disciple of Christ.5 |
| Death* | Leslie Gordon Tanton died on 1 June 1895, at age 19 years, 4 months and 28 days.6 |
| (Interred) Burial | He was buried in the plot of William Tanton, in St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.41958,-63.81017.
Inscription: In Memory of / William Tanton / Died May 21, 1911, / Aged 75. / Also His Wives / Sophia C. Jamieson / Died Apr. 30, 1883 / Aged 47 / Deborah Sharp / Died Dec. 17, 1909, / Aged 75 / TANTON
Back: Leslie G. / Son of William and / Sophia C. Tanton / Died June 1, 1895, / Aged 19 yrs.6  |
Citations
- [S2567] Baptismal Record: Leslie Gordon Tanton, PEI On-Line Baptismal Index, St. Marys Anglican Church Records, Record Book 1, Page 45, (1877). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record: Leslie Gordon Tanton.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
- [S15302] 1881 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #223 of William Tanton, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reel C-13162, Page 56. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S8561] Cemetery Transcriptions, St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, transcriptions, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 17-2 (1998) Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker.
- [S15323] 1891 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #123 of William Tanton, 29 April 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC microfilm reel T-6383; Page 30. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S2532] Marker Inscription, St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors. William Tanton & Sophia C. Jamieson, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 12 August 2006.
Lewis Philkins Tanton1
M, #113098, b. 18 June 1861, d. 17 April 1940
| Name-Com | Lewis Philkins Tanton is commonly known as Lewis Tanton.3 |
| Birth* | He was born on 18 June 1861 in Prince Edward Island.4,1 |
| He was the son of John Tanton and Pamela.2 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Lewis Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Tanton, as a son, in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John Tanton (age 48) were his wife Pamela (age 46), their children, Arthur (age 21), Lewis (age 19), Herbert (age 17) and Ethel (age 3). John was a trader, Herbert was a music teacher. The family religion was Wesleyan Methodist.2 |
| Marriage* | Lewis Tanton married Ada Tanton, daughter of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.3 |
| Census HeadHousehold* | Lewis Tanton was head of the household in the census of 15 May 1891 in Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 29) were his wife Addie (age 21) and their daughter Elsie (age 8 months). Lewis was a grocer. He was a Methodist, while Addie and Elsie were Anglican.3 |
| Census HeadHousehold | He was head of the household in the census of 1901 in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 39) were his wife Ada (age 31), their children, Elsie (age 10), Mary (age 9), Gladys (age 7) and unnamed daughter (age 1). Lewis was a general merchant of a grocery store. The family religion was Methodist.4 |
| Census HeadHousehold | He was head of the household in the census of 1911 in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.5 |
| Census HeadHousehold | He was head of the household in the census of 1921 in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.6 |
| Death* | He died on 17 April 1940, at age 78.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in the People's Cemetery, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
Citations
- [S11331] Cemetery Transcript, People's Cemetery, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, transcription, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 33-12 (2012), Library of David Arthur Walker,.
- [S15909] 1881 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #680 of John Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll C_13163. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15901] 1891 Census of Canada, Charlottetown Royalty, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #418 of Lewis Tanton, 15 May 1891, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm #T-6383. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15902] 1901 Census of Canada, Charlottetown (City), Queen's (West) County, Prince Edward Island, household #113 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-6428 to T-6556, page 10. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Marion Belle Tanton1
F, #113107, b. 10 September 1897, d. 8 February 1901
Citations
- [S11331] Cemetery Transcript, People's Cemetery, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, transcription, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 33-12 (2012), Library of David Arthur Walker,.
Mary E. Tanton1
F, #113100, b. 20 March 1892
| Birth* | Mary E. Tanton was born on 20 March 1892 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Mary E. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 39) were his wife Ada (age 31), their children, Elsie (age 10), Mary (age 9), Gladys (age 7) and unnamed daughter (age 1). Lewis was a general merchant of a grocery store. The family religion was Methodist.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Mary E. Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
Citations
- [S15902] 1901 Census of Canada, Charlottetown (City), Queen's (West) County, Prince Edward Island, household #113 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-6428 to T-6556, page 10. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Mary Elizabeth Tanton1
F, #71247, b. 1798, d. 1 March 1874
| Birth* | Mary Elizabeth Tanton was born in 1798. |
| Marriage* | She married Benjamin Darby Jr., son of Benjamin Darby Sr. and Sarah Bremble.2 |
| Death* | Mary Elizabeth Tanton died on 1 March 1874.1 |
| Burial* | She was buried in St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.41954,-63.81023. Damaged & partially restored marker.
Inscription: In / Memory of / Mary Elizabeth Tanton / Beloved Wife of / [broken section] AE 76.2 Tombstone, Mary Elizabeth Tanton (1798-1874). St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Front inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
- [S5282] Marker Inscription - Mary Elizabeth Tanton. Mary Elizabeth Tanton, Marker Inscription - Mary Elizabeth Tanton; David A. Walker, 5 Sept. 2010.
Mary Jane Tanton
F, #35128, b. circa 1856, d. 8 February 1925
| Birth* | Mary Jane Tanton was born circa 1856.1 |
| Marriage* | She married Hubert C. Mills.1 |
| Death* | Mary Jane Tanton died on 8 February 1925.1 |
| Burial* | She was buried in St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.41965,-63.81028.
Inscription: Hubert C. Mills / Died April 17, 1921 / Aged 66 Years / His Wife / Mary Jane Tanton / Died Feb. 8, 1925 / Aged 69 Years.1,2
 Tombstone, Hubert C. Mills (c1865-1921), his wife Mary Jane Tanton (c1856-1925). St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S8561] Cemetery Transcriptions, St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, transcriptions, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 17-2 (1998) Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker.
- [S14193] Marker, St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Hubert C. Mills & Mary Jane Tanton, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 7 August 2019.
Mercer Maude Mary Tanton1
F, #24232, b. 22 September 1861, d. 19 September 1955
| Name-Com | Mercer Maude Mary Tanton is commonly known as Maud Tanton.2,3 |
| Birth* | She was born on 22 September 1861 in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.1 |
| She was the daughter of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.2 |
| Baptism | Mercer Maude Mary Tanton was baptized on 22 June 1862 in St. John's Anglican Church, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.419983,-63.811033; the officiating clergyman was Rev. J.H. Reid.1 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | She was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of William Tanton, as a daughter, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 42) were his wife, Sophia Jamieson (age 41), their children, Maud (age 19), Leonard (age 15), Cecil (age 14), Ada (age 11), Willard (age 8), Leslie (age 5) and Wilfred (age 1). William was a farmer. The family religion was Anglican.2 |
| Marriage* | Mercer Maude Mary Tanton married John A. McDonald on 4 December 1883, in Prince Edward Island, Canada. They were married by license. John was a bachelor, Maud a spinster. Witnesses were Mary A. Scott, Isabella S. Scott and Walter M. Scott.4,3 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Maud Tanton was enumerated on the census of 13 April 1891 in the household of John A. McDonald, as his wife, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John (age 28) were his wife, Maude Tanton (age 28), their son, Hazen (age 1). There were also a female lodger. John owned a livery stable. The family religion was Presbyterian.5 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Maud Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of John A. McDonald, as his wife, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John (age 38) were his wife, Maude Tanton (age 38), their children, Hazen (age 11), Ruby (age 9), Inez (age 7) and Vera (age 5). There were also two lodgers, a female domestic and a male stable keeper. John owned a livery stable. The family religion was Presbyterian.6 |
| (Wife) Census HeadHousehold | Maud Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of John A. McDonald, as his wife, in Fitzroy St., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of John (age 49) were his wife, Maude Tanton (age 49), their children, Hazen (age 21), Inez (age 17) and Vera (age 15). John owned a livery stable. The family religion was Presbyterian.7 |
| Census HeadHousehold* | Mercer Maude Mary Tanton was head of the household in the census of 1921 on Spring St., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Maud (age 58), now widowed, were her daughter Vera (age 24), her husband, A.S. Mc Easey (age 28) and their daughter Marion (age 1). Vera's husband was a brakeman for the railway. The family religion was Presbyterian.8 |
| Death* | She died on 19 September 1955, at age 93.3 |
| (Interred) Burial | She was buried in the plot of John A. McDonald, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40531,-63.77727.
Inscription: At Rest / John A. McDonald / Died Sept. 9, 1911 / Aged 48 Years / Also His Wife / Maud Tanton / Died Sept. 19, 1955 / Aged 95 Years / McDONALD.3,9
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Citations
- [S15303] Baptismal Record ~ Mercer Maude Mary Tanton, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown. Church of England Records, Richmond Parish, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 236. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15302] 1881 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #223 of William Tanton, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reel C-13162, Page 56. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S8553] Cemetery Transcript, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, PEIGS publication Lot 17-4 (2003), Library of David Arthur Walker,.
- [S15311] John McDonald & Maud Tanton, (4 December 1883), Marriage Record, Prince Edward Island Provincial Archives; Prince Edward Island, Canada; Marriages 1878-1888 Series Number: 14-0307; 2015-02-26 14:44:26; dsclark; Prince Edward Island Marriage Registers, 1832-1888 - FSI; DGS: 004146270; FHL Roll: 001630095. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
- [S15313] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #56 of John A. McDonald, digital copy of original census document, LAC microfilm reel T-6382; Page 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15310] 1901 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #67 of John A. McDonald, digital copy of original census document, LAC microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 7. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15314] 1911 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #100 of John A. McDonald, digital copy of original census document, LAC microfilm reels T-20326 to T-20460; Page 9. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15315] 1921 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #40 of Maud McDonald, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG31, Folder Number 104; Page 4. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S14310] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. John A. McDonald & Maud Tanton, tombstone inscription & photograph; read by David A. Walker, 26 August 2019.
- [S14309] 1911 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of John A. McDonald household #100, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; Page 9. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Mildred Olive Tanton1
F, #113103, b. March 1902, d. 1984
| Name-Com | Mildred Olive Tanton is commonly known as Mildred Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | She was born in March 1902 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.2 |
| She was the daughter of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.2 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | Mildred Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a daughter, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
| Baptism | Mildred Olive Tanton was baptized on 9 May 1915 in Trinity First Methodist Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; the officiating clergyman was Rev. F.H. Littlejohns.3 |
| (Daughter) Census HeadHousehold | She was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as a daughter, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.4 |
| Marriage* | Mildred Olive Tanton married Thomas Milton Brehaut on 25 November 1922, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Milton was a bachelor, living in Charlottetown. Mildred was a spinster, also living in Charlottetown. The officiating minister was Rev. W.M. Ryan.1,5,6 |
| Death* | Mildred Olive Tanton died in 1984.6 |
| (Interred) Burial | She was buried in the plot of Milton Brehaut, in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Valley, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Inscription Front: T. Milton / 1898 - 1970 | Mildred O. / 1902 - 1984 / BREHAUT.6
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Citations
- [S15989] Thomas Milton Brehaut & Mildred Olive Tanton, (1922), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada RG19/s3/ss6: Marriage Registrations, 1922. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15908] Baptismal Record, Mildred Tanton, Trinity First Methodist Church Records, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 153, (9 May 1915). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15990] Thomas Milton Brehaut & Mildred Olive Tanton, (25 November1922), Prince Edward Island, Canada, Baptisms, Marriages, Burials, 1780-1983. Marriages 1862-1927, Entry #959, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Grace Methodist Church and Trinity United Church (Charlottetown) FHL Roll 1630141. Hereinafter cited as Prince Edward Island, Canada, Baptisms, Marriages, Burials, 1780-1983.
- [S10521] Cemetery Transcripts, Floral Hills Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Pleasant Valley, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, transcription, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Volume 21-7 (2005), Library of David Arthur Walker,.
- [S15991] New Brunswick, Vital Statistics from Government Records (RS141), Lowell Milton Brehaut & Shirley Marion Fielding marriage, 25 June 1943, PARO, Public Archives and Records Office of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Microfilm F20031, Code B4/1943, Number 34082.
Reginald Herbert Tanton1
M, #113108, b. 11 October 1895, d. 10 February 1901
Citations
- [S11331] Cemetery Transcript, People's Cemetery, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, transcription, Prince Edward Island Genealogy Society, Charlottetown, Vol. 33-12 (2012), Library of David Arthur Walker,.
Sybil Davies Tanton1
F, #70508, b. 12 July 1910
| Birth* | Sybil Davies Tanton was born on 12 July 1910 in residence, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Dr. Edwin Thomas Tanton and Nancy Hall Muncey.2 |
| Baptism | Sybil Davies Tanton was baptized on 7 August 1910 in St. Mary's Anglican Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.39397,-63.79075; the officiating clergyman was F. M. Webster.1 |
Citations
- [S8801] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Baptismal Records Book, Record Book 2, Page 30, (7 August 1910). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Townsend Muncey Tanton1
M, #70506, b. 26 April 1915
| Name-Com | Townsend Muncey Tanton is commonly known as Dr. Muncey Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | He was born on 26 April 1915 in residence, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Dr. Edwin Thomas Tanton and Nancy Hall Muncey.2 |
| Baptism | Townsend Muncey Tanton was baptized on 23 May 1915 in St. Mary's Anglican Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.39397,-63.79075; the officiating clergyman was C. de W. White.1 |
Citations
- [S8802] Baptismal Record, St. Mary's Anglican Church records, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Baptismal Records Book, Record Book 2, Page 42, (23 May 1915). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Wilfred Tanton1
M, #112522, b. circa 1880
| Birth* | Wilfred Tanton was born circa 1880 in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of William Tanton and Sophia Craig Jamieson.1 |
| Baptism | Wilfred Tanton was baptized on 1 April 1881 in St. Mary's Anglican Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.39397,-63.79075; the officiating clergyman was Rev. Theophilus Richey.1 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of William Tanton, as a son, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 42) were his wife, Sophia Jamieson (age 41), their children, Maud (age 19), Leonard (age 15), Cecil (age 14), Ada (age 11), Willard (age 8), Leslie (age 5) and Wilfred (age 1). William was a farmer. The family religion was Anglican.2 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Wilfred Tanton was enumerated on the census of 29 April 1891 in the household of William Tanton, as a son, in Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of William (age 54) were his second wife, Deborah Sharp (age 54), his children by his first marriage, Eliza (age 28), Willie (age 18), Leslie (age 15), Wilfred (age 11) and Elizabeth (age 8). William was a farmer, Eliza was a dress maker. The family religion was Anglican, except for Deborah, who was a Disciple of Christ.3 |
Citations
- [S15304] Baptismal Record ~ Wilfred Tanton, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown. St. Mary's Anglican Church Records, Summerside, Record Book Number 1, Record Book Page 58. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
- [S15302] 1881 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #223 of William Tanton, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reel C-13162, Page 56. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15323] 1891 Canada Census, Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #123 of William Tanton, 29 April 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC microfilm reel T-6383; Page 30. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Willard Darrold Tanton1
M, #113106, b. 1 January 1908, d. 11 October 1996
| Name Variation | Willard Darrold Tanton is also known as Willard Tanton.2 |
| Birth* | He was born on 1 January 1908 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.2,1 |
| He was the son of Lewis Philkins Tanton and Ada Ellen Tanton.2 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Willard Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Lewis Tanton, as a son, in 29 Elm Ave., Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 49) were his wife Ada (age 40), their children, Elsie (age 20), Mary (age 19), Gladys (age 17), Cora (age 12), Mildred (age 9), Doris (age 7), Edison (age 5) and Willard (age 3). Lewis owned a provisions store. The family religion was Methodist.2 |
| (Son) Census HeadHousehold | Willard Tanton was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Lewis Philkins Tanton, as a son, in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Enumerated in the household of Lewis (age 59) were his wife Ada (age 51), their children, Cecil (age 15) (age 5), Willard (age 13), Cora (age 20), Mildred (age 18), Doris (age 17), Eleanor (age 8). Muriel (age 27), now widowed, and her daughter Dorothy (age 2). Lewis was a merchant. The family religion was Methodist.3 |
| Marriage* | Willard Darrold Tanton married Gladys Myrtle Sentner, daughter of William Watson Sentner.1 |
| Death* | Willard Darrold Tanton died on 11 October 1996, at age 88.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Sherwood Cemetery, Brackley, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
Citations
- [S15910] Canada, Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current, Record ID 60527::171444006; Memorial ID 207024168. Hereinafter cited as Canada, Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current.
- [S15903] 1911 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #119 of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Microfilm reels: T-20326 to T-20460, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- [S15905] 1921 Census of Canada, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household of Lewis Tanton, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 105, Page Number 14. Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
