Ernest Delbert Rayner1
M, b. 13 November 1913
Citations
- [S7477] Obituary - Marjorie Rayner, Journal-Pioneer, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, 11 October 2012. Hereinafter cited as Journal-Pioneer.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
- [S7961] Douglas MacArthur MacKay & Linda Lou Rayner marriage, 18 November 1967, in Book #3, Marriage Register 1959-1975, licence # 1223, North Bedeque United Church Records, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Register.
Eva G. Rayner1
F, b. February 1899, d. 1915
| Birth* | Eva G. Rayner was born in February 1899 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Eva G. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1  |
| Name Variation | Eva G. Rayner is also known as Gladys E. Rayner.2 |
| Death* | She died in 1915.2 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616,-64.03523.
Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNER
Left: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.2 Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Front inscription detail.  Left inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
- [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery, James Rayner & Jessie Baker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
George Rayner1
M, b. 10 October 1830
Citations
- [S7416] Baptism Record, George Rayner/Rainer, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 85, (13 March 1831). Hereinafter cited as Baptism, George Rayner.
George M. Rayner1,2
M, b. November 1906, d. 1992
| Birth* | George M. Rayner was born in November 1906 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Archibald Haywood Rayner and Josephine Belle Merrill.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | George M. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Silas Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupation's were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".1 |
| Marriage* | George M. Rayner married first Helen Dunbar.2 |
| Death* | George M. Rayner died in 1992.2 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90635,-64.03524.
Inscription: RAYNER / Wife / Helen Dunbar / 1909 - 1940 | Husband / George M. Rayner / 1906 - 1992 | Wife / Lillian Bernard / 1919 - // Asleep in Jesus.2 Tombstone, George M. Rayner (1906-1992), his wives Helen Dunbar (1909-1940) and Lillian Bernard (1919- ). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
- [S7332] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery, George M. Rayner inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
Hannah Rayner1
F
Citations
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Hazel Rayner1
F, b. June 1905
Citations
- [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
Helen D. Rayner1,2
F, b. 7 July 1914, d. 2000
| Birth* | Helen D. Rayner was born on 7 July 1914 in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| Marriage* | She married Wallace Herbert Graham, son of Herbert Graham and Gertrude Amanda Wallace, on 31 May 1933; there were five children, James, Kenneth, Doroth, Bonita and Wendell. They lived in Greenmount.1 |
| Death* | Helen D. Rayner died in 2000.2 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90640,-64.03484.
Inscription: GRAHAM / Wallace H. / Graham / 1906 - 1994 / Husband | Helen D. / Rayner / 1914 - 2000 / Wife // The Lord is My Shepherd.2 Tombstone, Wallace Herbert Graham (1906-1994), his wife Helen Rayner (1914-2000). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S1345] Roy Ashley Wallace, compiler, Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988 (Prince Edward Island, Canada: Privately published, after 1988), p. 99. Hereinafter cited as Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988.
- [S7338] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island, Wallace Herbert Graham & Helen Rayner marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
- [S7339] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island, Wendel Graham marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
Irene M. Rayner1
F, b. circa 1883
| Birth* | Irene M. Rayner was born circa 1883 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Silas Rayner and Emily Cannon.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Irene M. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.1 |
Citations
- [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
Irene N. Rayner1,2
F, b. December 1902, d. 1915
| Birth* | Irene N. Rayner was born in December 1902 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Irene N. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 |
| Death* | Irene N. Rayner died in 1915.2 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616,-64.03523.
Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNER
Left: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.2Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Left inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
- [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery, James Rayner & Jessie Baker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
James Rayner1
M
Citations
- [S5813] Correspondence with George Read (Borden, Prince Edward Island). Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker (Edwards, Ontario, Canada).
James Rayner1
M, b. 20 February 1871
| Birth* | James Rayner was born on 20 February 1871 in Prince Edward Island.1,2 |
| He was the son of Silas Rayner and Emily Cannon.1 |
| Baptism | James Rayner was baptized on 23 April 1871 in St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.81268,-64.06454.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | He was enumerated on the census of 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.2 |
| Marriage* | James Rayner married Jessie F. Baker.3 |
| Census HeadHousehold* | James Rayner was head of the household in the census of 1911 in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.3 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616,-64.03523.
Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNER
Left: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.4Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Left inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S7321] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 34,, (23 April 1871), James Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
- [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
- [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
- [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery, James Rayner & Jessie Baker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
James R. Rayner1
M, b. July 1905
| Birth* | James R. Rayner was born in July 1905 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | James R. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 |
Citations
- [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
James Wesley Rayner1
M, b. 2 October 1939, d. 28 November 1939
| Birth* | James Wesley Rayner was born on 2 October 1939.1 |
| He was the son of Wallace H. Rayner and Linnie M.1 |
| Death* | James Wesley Rayner died on 28 November 1939.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90609,-64.03516.
Our Darling / James Wesley / Rayner Oct. 2nd / Nov. 28th 1939.1 Tombstone, James Wesley Rayner (1939-1939). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S7334] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery, James Wesley Rayner inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
Jennie M. Rayner1
F, b. February 1901
| Birth* | Jennie M. Rayner was born in February 1901 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Jennie M. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 |
Citations
- [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
John W. Rayner1
M, b. 24 August 1914, d. 19 January 2000
| Birth* | John W. Rayner was born on 24 August 1914.1 |
| Marriage* | He married first Freda Bell Ashley, daughter of Lowden Huestis Ashley and Susan Lewis, on 6 October 1937.1 |
| Marriage* | John W. Rayner married second Dorothy S. MacLean on 4 May 1964.1 |
| Death* | John W. Rayner died on 19 January 2000 at age 85.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in United Church Cemetery, Cascumpec, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.76375,-64.10837.
RAYNER / Aug. 24, 1914 John W. Rayner Jan. 19, 2000 / His Wife / Oct. 6, 1911 Freda B. Ashley Apr. 27, 1963 / Married Oct. 6, 1937 / His Second Wife / June 17, 1920 Dorothy S. MacLean / Married May 4, 1964 / The Lord is my Shepherd.1
 Tombstone, John W. Rayner (1914-2000), his first wife Freda Bell Ashley (1911-1963), his second wife Dorothy S. MacLean (1920- ). United Church Cemetery, Cascumpec, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S8957] Cemetery marker, United Church Cemetery, Cascumpec, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, John W. Rayner & Freda B. Ashley tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 21 October 2013.
John Watson Rayner1
M, b. 17 March 1844, d. 2 July 1944
Citations
- [S7453] Elaine Howes, "The Descendants of William Ellis & Hannah Tawton" . Unknown comments. Hereinafter cited as "Descendants of William Ellis."
Joseph W. Rayner1
M, b. May 1874
| Birth* | Joseph W. Rayner was born in May 1874 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1,2 |
| He was the son of Silas Rayner and Emily Cannon.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Joseph W. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.1 |
| Marriage* | Joseph W. Rayner married Elizabeth.2 |
| Census HeadHousehold* | Joseph W. Rayner was head of the household in the census of 1911 in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Joseph (age 37) were his wife Elizabeth (age 19), their children Silas (age 2) and Elijah (age 1). Joseph was a farmer. The family religion was Christian.2 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Joseph Rayner, his wife Elizabeth, their children Silas and Elijah. I assume that the birth year for Elijah should have been recorded as 1910, not 1909. |
Citations
- [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
- [S7329] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 62, James Rayner household.
Lena Rayner1
F, b. circa 1911
| Birth* | Lena Rayner was born circa 1911 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. and Sarah.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Lena Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. in Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Benjamin (age 52) were his wife Sarah (age 34), children Silas (age 18), Ralph (age 16), William (age 12), Benjamin (age 9), Emily (age 19), Mary (age 15) and Lena (age 10). Benjamin and Silas were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.1 |
Citations
- [S8618] 1921 Canada Census, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Benjamin I. Rayner household #68, 1921, digital copy of original image LAC Reference RG 31, folder #104, Page 8, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
Louisa Rayner1
F, b. 23 July 1835
Citations
- [S7414] Baptism Record, Louisa Rayner, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 131, (18 November 1837). Hereinafter cited as Baptism, Louisa Rayner.
Marshall Harding Rayner1
M, b. 13 April 1904, d. 15 September 1965
| Name-Com | Marshall Harding Rayner is commonly known as Marshall Rayner.2 |
| Birth* | He was born on 13 April 1904 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.2,1 |
| He was the son of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.2 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Marshall Harding Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.2 |
| Marriage* | Marshall Harding Rayner married Dorothy Gordon.1 |
| Death* | Marshall Harding Rayner died on 15 September 1965 at age 61.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90618,-64.03487.
Inscription: RAYNER / Marshall Harding Rayner / Apr. 13, 1904 / Sept. 15, 1965 / Husband of / Dorothy (Gordon) Rayner / Jan. 6, 1908 - Aug. 17, 2010.1 Tombstone, Marshall Harding Rayner (1904-1965), his wife Dorothy Gordon (1908-2010). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S7342] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island, Marshall Harding Rayner marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
- [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
Mary Rayner1
F, b. circa 1906
| Birth* | Mary Rayner was born circa 1906 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. and Sarah.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Mary Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. in Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Benjamin (age 52) were his wife Sarah (age 34), children Silas (age 18), Ralph (age 16), William (age 12), Benjamin (age 9), Emily (age 19), Mary (age 15) and Lena (age 10). Benjamin and Silas were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.1 |
Citations
- [S8618] 1921 Canada Census, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Benjamin I. Rayner household #68, 1921, digital copy of original image LAC Reference RG 31, folder #104, Page 8, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
Mary Amanda Rayner1
F, b. 1 July 1867
| Birth* | Mary Amanda Rayner was born on 1 July 1867 in residence, Upper Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| She was the daughter of Silas Rayner and Emily Cannon.1 |
| Baptism | Mary Amanda Rayner was baptized on 21 July 1867 in St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.81268,-64.06454; the officiating clergyman was R. W. Dyer.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | She was enumerated on the census of 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.2 |
Citations
- [S7317] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 25,, (21 July 1867), Mary Amanda Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
- [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
Mary Ann Rayner1
F, b. 16 February 1855
Citations
- [S7453] Elaine Howes, "The Descendants of William Ellis & Hannah Tawton" . Unknown comments. Hereinafter cited as "Descendants of William Ellis."
Mary Jane Rayner1
F, b. 21 May 1837
Citations
- [S7419] William S. Rayner & Sophy D. Cannon, published transcriptions, PEIGS, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
- [S7417] Baptism Record, Mary Jane Rainer, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 131, (4 December 1838). Hereinafter cited as Baptism, Mary Jane Rayner.
Mary Townsend Rayner1
F, b. 14 January 1816, d. 2 October 1900
| Birth* | Mary Townsend Rayner was born on 14 January 1816 in New London, Queens County, Prince Edward Island.2,3 |
| She was the daughter of Edward Rayner of Travellers Rest and Mary Watson.2 |
| Baptism | Mary Townsend Rayner was baptized on 2 April 1816 in St. Paul's Anglican Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, 46.355952,-63.124992; the officiating clergyman was Rev. T. Desbrisay.2 St. Paul's Anglican Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  St. Paul's Anglican Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
| Marriage | She married Charles Cannon, son of Nelson Cannon and Mrs. Lane, on 18 January 1838 in Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; "Charles Cannon (B) and Mary Rayner (S) were married by license the 18th Jany. 1838. In the presence of William Rayner and Frederick Cannon." [Charles was a nephew of Frederick Cannon.] They were married by A. V. G. Wiggins, recorded 24 July 1838.4 Marriage Record, Charles Cannon and Mary Townsend Rayner, 18 January 1838. Image courtesy of www.familysearch.org (LDS). |
| AltMarr* | An alternate marriage date is on 21 January 1837.1,3 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Mary Townsend Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of Charles Cannon in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Charles (age 66) were his wife Mary Townsend Rayner (age 44), their son Isaac (age 35), his wife Martha Ann Ford (age 34), Isaac's brother William (Age 21), children of Isaac and Martha, Mary (age 9), Samuel (age 7), Charles (age 5) and Silas (age 1). Also in the household was Margaret Henry (age 28), a servant, and her daughter Margaret Ann Henry (age 7 months). Charles, Isaac and William were farmers. The Cannon family members were Methodists, margaret Henry and her daughter were Presbyterian.5 |
| Death* | Mary Townsend Rayner died on 2 October 1900 at age 84.3 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.80973,-64.07230.
Inscription: In / Memory of / Charles Cannon / Died / Mar. 17, 1898. / AEt. 84 / - / Gone but not / forgotten. | Also / his wife / Mary Cannon / Died / Oct. 2, 1900 / AEt. 85 / - / Gone but not / forgotten.3 Tombstone for Charles Cannon (1814-1898) and Mary Rayner (1815-1900). Woodlawn Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S2331] Descendants of Charles Cannon & Keziah Davison, online www.islandregister.com/cannon1.html, Don Cannon. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Charles Cannon & Keziah Davison.
- [S3769] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Mary Townsend Rayner, St. Paul's Anglican Church , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 3, Page 159.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Mary Townsend Rayner.
- [S3767] Charles Cannon (1814-1898) Marker Inscription; David A. Walker, 20 August 2009.
- [S5155] Charles Cannon & Mary Rayner marriage, 18 January 1838, in Richmond Register Book for the Parish of Richmond, Prince County, 1821-1866: unknown manuscript info, Church of Latter Day Saints, www.familysearch.org, Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.A.. Hereinafter cited as Richmond Register Book for the Parish of Richmond, Prince County, 1821-1866.
- [S4709] 1881 Microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Library & Archives Canada Roll C_13162, Page 44, Family No. 180.
- [S5001] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Emily Cannon, Anglican Church, Richmond, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 148.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Emily Cannon.
- [S4997] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Joseph Charles Cannon, St. James Anglican Church, Port Hill, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 22.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Joseph Charles Cannon.
- [S4710] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - William Edward Cannon, St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Book 1, p. 6.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - William Edward Cannon.
- [S4996] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Thomas Cannon, St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 8.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Thomas Cannon.
Mildred Belle Rayner1
F, b. 27 June 1911, d. 4 August 1926
| Birth* | Mildred Belle Rayner was born on 27 June 1911.1 |
| She was the daughter of Archibald Haywood Rayner and Josephine Belle Merrill.1 |
| Death* | Mildred Belle Rayner died on 4 August 1926 at age 15.1 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90634,-64.03532.
Mildred Belle / Rayner / June 27, 1911 / Aug. 4, 1926 / No pain, no griefs, no anxious / fear can reach our loved one / sleeping here.1 Tombstone, Mildred Belle Rayner (1911-1926). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Citations
- [S7340] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island, Mildred Belle Rayner marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
Olive Rayner1
F, b. February 1910
Citations
- [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
Ralph Rayner1
M, b. circa 1905
| Birth* | Ralph Rayner was born circa 1905 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. and Sarah.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Ralph Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. in Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Benjamin (age 52) were his wife Sarah (age 34), children Silas (age 18), Ralph (age 16), William (age 12), Benjamin (age 9), Emily (age 19), Mary (age 15) and Lena (age 10). Benjamin and Silas were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.1 |
Citations
- [S8618] 1921 Canada Census, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Benjamin I. Rayner household #68, 1921, digital copy of original image LAC Reference RG 31, folder #104, Page 8, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
Ruth Emily Rayner1,2
F, b. 1897, d. 1990
| Birth* | Ruth Emily Rayner was born in 1897.2 |
| She was the daughter of James Rayner.1 |
| Marriage* | Ruth Emily Rayner married Wilmot G. Read, son of Charles R. Read and Mary Eva Burns, on 23 September 1919 in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| Death* | Ruth Emily Rayner died in 1990.2 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Presbyterian/United Cemetery, Brae, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.66051,-64.19212. Section E, stone 96A.
Inscription: READ / Wilmot G. Read / 1888 - 1981 / His wife / Ruth Emily Rayner / 1897 - 1990 / In God's Care.
Back: Parents of / Charles
James
Dorothy
Gloria.2 Tombstone, Wilmot G. Read (1888-1981) & Ruth Emily Rayner (1897-1990). United Church Cemetery, Brae, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.  Back inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S5813] Correspondence with George Read (Borden, Prince Edward Island). Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker (Edwards, Ontario, Canada).
- [S7233] Cemetery Marker, Brae United Church Cemetery, Wilmot G. Read & Ruth Emily Rayner inscription; read by David A. Walker, 29 July 2012.
Sarah Rayner1
F, b. 19 April 1821, d. 16 June 1903
| Birth* | Sarah Rayner was born on 19 April 1821 in Prince Edward Island; her obituary recorded a birth year of 1816, which conflicts with the baptismal record of her sister Mary.3,4,1 |
| She was the daughter of Edward Rayner of Travellers Rest and Mary Watson.1,2 |
| Marriage* | Sarah Rayner married Alexander Crossman.1 |
| Death* | Sarah Rayner died on 16 June 1903 in Central Lot 16, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, at age 82;
Obituary: "On June 16th the death occurred at her home in Central Lot 16 of Mrs. Crossman, wife of Alexander Crossman. Born in the year 1816 she was the daughter of the late Edward Rayner of Traveller's Rest. The deceased was a member of the Methodist Church for fifty years, where she was a most faithful servant to her Master, and was never weary of comforting the sick and needy. Besides her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Cannon of Brockton, Mass., and three sons: Edward of Lot 14; William and Henry of Lot 16 are left to revere the memory of a dutiful wife and kind mother. (Pioneer please copy.)."1
|
Citations
- [S8346] Died - Mrs. Alexander (nee Rayner) Crossman, Summerside Journal, Summerside, 1 July 1903, page 5, col. 4. Hereinafter cited as the Journal.
- [S8347] Descendants of Edward Rayner & Mary Watson, online http://www.islandregister.com/rayner3.html, George Hart. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Edward Rayner.
- [S8348] 1891 Canada Census, Lot 16, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Alexander Crossman household #134, 29 April 1891, digital copy of original image LAC Film T-6383, page 36, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
- [S8349] 1901 Canada Census, Lot 16, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Alexander Crossman household #107, 1901, digital copy of original image LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 14, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
Silas Rayner1
M, b. 9 April 1840, d. 2 June 1924
| Birth* | Silas Rayner was born on 9 April 1840.1 |
| Marriage* | He married Emily Cannon, daughter of Charles Cannon and Mary Townsend Rayner, on 20 February 1865 in Prince County, Prince Edward Island; Silas Rayner (B), Emily Cannon (S), Married 20 February 1865, by Banns, by Rev. R. Dyer. Witnesses: J. W. Rayner, Charles Cannon, G. O. Cannon, Thomas Cannon, John Oliver. Recorded 8 July 1865, C. Irving, surrogate.2,1 |
| Census HeadHousehold* | Silas Rayner was head of the household in the census of 13 April 1891 in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.3 1891 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their children Mary, James, Joseph, Emily, Archibald, Eliza and Irene. |
| Census HeadHousehold | He was head of the household in the census of 1911 in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupation's were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".4 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their son Archibald, his wife Belle, their children Hazel, George, Charles and Olive. |
| Census HeadHousehold | He was head of the household in the census of 1921 in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Silas (age 80) were his wife Emiloy Cannon (age 79), grandson Weston Rayner (age 11) and Alice Wallace (age 43), a servant.5 1921 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, grandson Weston Rayner, and Alice Wallace, a servant.. |
| Death* | He died on 2 June 1924 at age 84.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Greenmount Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90618,-64.03522.
Inscription: In loving memory of / Mother / Emily Cannon / Born / Sept. 1, 1840, / Died / Jan. 14, 1928. | Father / Silas Rayner / Born / April 9, 1840 / Died / June 2, 1924. // Asleep in Jesus / RAYNER.1 Tombstone, Emily Cannon (1840-1928) & Silas Rayner (1840-1924). Greenmount Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.  Inscription detail. |
Family | Emily Cannon b. 1 February 1841, d. 14 January 1928 |
| Children | |
Citations
- [S7316] Transcription, Greenmount Cemetery, Emily Cannon inscription; read by David A. Walker, 31 July 2012.
- [S7454] Unknown spouses' names, (20 February, 1865), Marriage Registration, Silas Rayner & Emily Cannon, PARO Master Name Index, Phase 2, Reel #20 (library of David Walker), Marriage Book 2, 1839-1844, page 293. , unknown manuscript info. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Registration, Rayner/Cannon.
- [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
- [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
- [S9086] 1921 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Silas Rayner Household #56, 1921, Microfilm LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 104, Page 7, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
- [S7320] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 21,, (10 December 1865), Charles Eneas Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
- [S7317] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 25,, (21 July 1867), Mary Amanda Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
- [S7318] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 29,, (7 June 1869), Benjamin Isaac Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
- [S7321] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 34,, (23 April 1871), James Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
- [S7319] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 40,, (1 June 1873), Charles Cannon Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
Silas Rayner1
M, b. circa 1903
| Birth* | Silas Rayner was born circa 1903 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. and Sarah.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Silas Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. in Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Benjamin (age 52) were his wife Sarah (age 34), children Silas (age 18), Ralph (age 16), William (age 12), Benjamin (age 9), Emily (age 19), Mary (age 15) and Lena (age 10). Benjamin and Silas were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.1 |
Citations
- [S8618] 1921 Canada Census, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Benjamin I. Rayner household #68, 1921, digital copy of original image LAC Reference RG 31, folder #104, Page 8, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
Silas W. Rayner1
M, b. December 1908
Citations
- [S7329] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 62, James Rayner household.
Sophia Elizabeth Rayner1
F, b. 25 February 1835
Citations
- [S7419] William S. Rayner & Sophy D. Cannon, published transcriptions, PEIGS, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
- [S7418] Baptism Record, Sophia Elizabeth Rainer, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 131, (4 December 1838). Hereinafter cited as Baptism, Sophia Elizabeth Rayner.
Susannah Rayner1
F, b. 6 March 1830
Citations
- [S7529] Baptism Record, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince Edward Island, Susannah Rayner, Book 1, Page 77,, (13 June 1830). Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record.
Virginia Rayner1
F, b. 1832, d. after 1920
| Birth* | Virginia Rayner was born in 1832 in St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.1 |
| She was the daughter of William S. Rayner and Sophia Cannon.1 |
| Marriage* | Virginia Rayner married first Daniel Sowerby on 28 April 1854 in Saint John, Saint John County, New Brunswick.2 |
| Marriage* | Virginia Rayner married second John Andrew Nickerson, son of Stephen Nickerson and Catherine Somers, on 16 September 1914 in Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, they were married by license. John Andrew Nickerson was 81 years old, a widower, farmer, Anglican, living in Shediac. Virginia (Rayner) Sowerby was 82 years old, a widow, Anglican, living in Shediac. Witnesses were Daniel Sowerby and Eva Sowerby. Virginia's name was recorded as "Virginia Sowerby", her name by her first marriage.1 |
| Death* | Virginia Rayner died after 1920; her husband, John Nickerson, was recorded as married at the time of his death.3 |
Citations
- [S7703] John Andrew Nickerson & Virginia (Cannon) Sowerby marriage, 16 Sept. 1914, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F15958, Code B4/1914, Number 2941.
- [S7705] Compiled by George Hart, online http://www.islandregister.com/rayner4.html. (The Island Register).
- [S7704] Death, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. Microfilm F18951, Vol. 48, Regn. 448048.
Wallace H. Rayner1
M, b. 25 October 1909, d. 20 October 1964
| Birth* | Wallace H. Rayner was born on 25 October 1909 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1,2 |
| He was the son of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | Wallace H. Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 |
| Marriage* | Wallace H. Rayner married Linnie M.2 |
| Death* | Wallace H. Rayner died on 20 October 1964 at age 54.2 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90610,-64.03517.
Inscription: RAYNER / In loving memory of / Wallace H. / Oct. 25, 1909 / Oct 20, 1964 / Linnie M. / June 7, 1911 / Mar. 29, 1983.2 Tombstone, Wallace Rayner (1909-1964), his wife Linnie (1911-1983). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Family | Linnie M. b. 7 June 1911, d. 29 March 1983 |
| Child | |
Citations
- [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
- [S7330] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery, Wallace & Linnie Rayner inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
- [S7334] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery, James Wesley Rayner inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
Weston Rayner1
M, b. circa 1910
Citations
- [S9086] 1921 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Silas Rayner Household #56, 1921, Microfilm LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 104, Page 7, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
William Rayner1
M, b. 27 November 1828
| Birth* | William Rayner was born on 27 November 1828.1 |
| He was the son of Edward Rayner and Elizabeth Cannon.1 |
| Baptism | William Rayner was baptized on 21 December 1828 in Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; the officiating clergyman was Wm. W. Walker.1 |
| (Witness) Marriage | He witnessed the marriage of Charles Cannon and Mary Townsend Rayner on 18 January 1838 in Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; "Charles Cannon (B) and Mary Rayner (S) were married by license the 18th Jany. 1838. In the presence of William Rayner and Frederick Cannon." [Charles was a nephew of Frederick Cannon.] They were married by A. V. G. Wiggins, recorded 24 July 1838.2 |
| (Witness) Marriage | William Rayner witnessed the marriage of Elizabeth Cannon and James Wood Sr. on 25 January 1843 in Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; the officiating clergyman was Abraham Van Gelder Wiggins.
"James Wood (B), Elizabeth Cannon (W), 25 January 1843, by License. Witnesses: William Rayner, Samuel Cannon. By A. V. G. Wggins, Clk. Recorded 14 Feb. 1844." Samuel Cannon and James Wood were shoemakers (1861 census). Chances are that Samuel introduced his now widowed sister Elizabeth to James.3,4,5 |
Citations
- [S7293] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 63, (21 December, William Rayner). Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
- [S5155] Charles Cannon & Mary Rayner marriage, 18 January 1838, in Richmond Register Book for the Parish of Richmond, Prince County, 1821-1866: unknown manuscript info, Church of Latter Day Saints, www.familysearch.org, Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.A.. Hereinafter cited as Richmond Register Book for the Parish of Richmond, Prince County, 1821-1866.
- [S7292] James Wood & Elizabeth Cannon marriage, 25 January 1843, in R.G. 19, Vital Statistics, Series 3 Marriage Records, Subseries 3 Marriage Registers, Vol. 2 (1839-1844), Marriage Book 2, 1839-1844, page 293, PARO, Public Archives and Records Office of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.23533,-63.12547. Hereinafter cited as R.G. 19, Vital Statistics.
- [S6912] Douglas Knox, "On-line Family Records - Elizabeth Cannon & James Wood" (Ancestry.ca). Unknown comments. Hereinafter cited as "Family Records - Elizabeth Cannon & James Wood."
- [S7158] Cemetery Marker, West Devon United Church Cemetery, James Wood & Elizabeth Cannon inscription; read by David A. Walker, 29 July 2012.
William Rayner1
M, b. circa 1909
| Birth* | William Rayner was born circa 1909 in Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. and Sarah.1 |
| (Witness) Census HeadHousehold | William Rayner was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Benjamin Isaac Rayner Sr. in Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; included in the household with Benjamin (age 52) were his wife Sarah (age 34), children Silas (age 18), Ralph (age 16), William (age 12), Benjamin (age 9), Emily (age 19), Mary (age 15) and Lena (age 10). Benjamin and Silas were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.1 |
Citations
- [S8618] 1921 Canada Census, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, of Benjamin I. Rayner household #68, 1921, digital copy of original image LAC Reference RG 31, folder #104, Page 8, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada.
William Hopgood Rayner1
M, b. 13 March 1893, d. 17 August 1981
| Name-Com | William Hopgood Rayner is commonly known as Hopgood.1 |
| Birth* | He was born on 13 March 1893 in Sherbrooke, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.2,1 |
| Marriage* | He married Belle Dalziel, daughter of William L. Dalzell and Louisa Jane Waite.2 |
| Death* | William Hopgood Rayner died on 17 August 1981 at age 88.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.44734,-63.62916.
Inscription: RAYNER / Wm. Hopgood Rayner / Mar. 13, 1893 - Aug. 17, 1981 / Belle Dalzell / Wife of Wm. Hopgood Rayner / Nov.11, 1894 - Jan. 11, 1952.1 Tombstone, William Hopgood Rayner (1893-1981 ), his wife Belle Dalzell (1894-1952). Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. |
Family | Belle Dalziel b. 11 November 1897, d. 11 January 1952 |
| Child | |
Citations
- [S4831] Cemetery Marker - William Hopgood Rayner, William Hopgood Rayner Cemetery Marker; David A. Walker, 7 August 2010.
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
William Rayworth Rayner1
M, b. 5 April 1918, d. 24 December 1990
| Birth* | William Rayworth Rayner was born on 5 April 1918 in Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of Ernest Clifford Rayner and Harriet Lea Olivia Williams.1 |
| Marriage* | William Rayworth Rayner married Wanda Pearl Yeo, daughter of Franklin Freeman Yeo and Pearl Margaret Clark, on 15 June 1942.1 |
| Death* | William Rayworth Rayner died on 24 December 1990 in Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, at age 72.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40597,-63.77525.
Inscription: RAYNER / Wm. Rayworth Rayner / April 9, 1918 - Dec. 24, 1990 / His Wife / Wanda Pearl Yeo / June 15, 1919 - May 9, 2009 / Together Forever | Jessica Anne ~ Feb. 5, 1984 / Infant daughter of Lynda and Gary Rayner / Never to be held / Always to be remembered.
Back: RAYNER
Flatstone - Jessica Anne / Feb. 5, 1984. [The identity of Gary Rayner is not yet known.]2 Tombstone, William Rayworth Rayner (1918-1950), Wanda Pearl Yeo (1919-2009) and Jessica Anne Rayner (1984-1984), whose identity is not yet known. Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Footstone, Jessica Anne Rayner. |
Citations
- [S8452] The Descendants of James Yeo & Ann Osborn/Grace Francis, online http://www.islandregister.com/yeo1.html, Al & Norma Falconer. Hereinafter cited as The Descendants of James Yeo.
- [S8454] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, William Rayworth Rayner & Wanda Pearl Yeo tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 1 July 2013.
William S. Rayner1
M, b. circa 1796, d. 11 December 1883
| Name Variation | William S. Rayner is also known as William Rainer.2 |
| Birth* | He was born circa 1796.1 |
| Marriage* | He married Sophia Cannon, daughter of George Cannon and Elizabeth Hiscock; witnesses were Frederick Cannon (her uncle), Edward Rayner (brother-in-law, married to sister Elizabeth), Benjamin Crossman, Thomas Gay, John Sharp and William Gay.2,3 |
| Death* | William S. Rayner died on 11 December 1883.1 |
| Burial* | He was buried in St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.42001,-63.81057.
In memory / of / William S. Rayner / Died / Dec. 11, 1883 / Aged 87. / Also His Wife / Sophy D. Cannon / Died / Aug. 21, 1885, / AEt. 88.1,4 Tombstone, William S. Rayner (1796-1883), his wife Sophy D. Cannon (1797-1885). St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.  Inscription detail. |
Citations
- [S7419] William S. Rayner & Sophy D. Cannon, published transcriptions, PEIGS, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
- [S7417] Baptism Record, Mary Jane Rainer, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 131, (4 December 1838). Hereinafter cited as Baptism, Mary Jane Rayner.
- [S7515] Nathan H. Mair, "The Cannon Family of Lot 17, Prince Edward Island", January 2011 (Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island). . Hereinafter cited as "The Cannon Family of Lot 17."
- [S7429] Tombstone, St. John's Anglican Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, William S. Rayner & Sophy D. Cannon tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 15 August 2012.
- [S7529] Baptism Record, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince Edward Island, Susannah Rayner, Book 1, Page 77,, (13 June 1830). Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record.
- [S7703] John Andrew Nickerson & Virginia (Cannon) Sowerby marriage, 16 Sept. 1914, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F15958, Code B4/1914, Number 2941.
- [S7418] Baptism Record, Sophia Elizabeth Rainer, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 131, (4 December 1838). Hereinafter cited as Baptism, Sophia Elizabeth Rayner.
- [S7527] Baptism Record, Church of England, Richmond Parish, Prince Edward Island, Edwin Parker Rayner, Book 1, Page 135,, (8 September 1839). Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record.
Eliza Raynor1
F, b. 1851, d. 1882
Citations
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Ella Raynor1
F
Citations
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Carrie K. Rayworth1
F, b. 1890, d. 1943
| Birth* | Carrie K. Rayworth was born in 1890.1 |
| Marriage* | She married Brenton A. Read, son of Alpheus Palmer Read and Margaret Olive Ward.1 |
| Death* | Carrie K. Rayworth died in 1943.1 |
| Burial* | She was buried in Point de Bute Cemetery, Point de Bute, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
Inscription: Brenton A. Read / 1892 - 1971 / His Wife / Carrie K. Rayworth / 1890 - 1943 / READ.1 Tombstone, Brenton A. Read (1892-1971) and his wife Carrie K. Rayworth (1890-1943). Point de Bute Cemetery, Point de Bute, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada. |
Citations
- [S6571] Marker - Brenton A. Read, Brenton A. Read tombstone inscription; recorded by David A. Walker, 4 July 2004.
Hannah Rayworth1
F
Citations
- [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
Louisa Adelaide Rayworth
F, b. 1835, d. 1925
| Birth* | Louisa Adelaide Rayworth was born in 1835. |
| Death* | She died in 1925. |
Susan Rayworth1
F
Citations
- [S373] Correspondence with Gary Leighton Townshend (Toronto, Ontario). Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker (Edwards, Ontario, Canada).
- [S671] Box 234, APO San Francisco, CA 96555 Mrs. Larry Throop, Early Settlers of Cumberland Township, Nova Scotia (Boston, Massachusetts: National Genealogical Society Quarterly, 1979). Hereinafter cited as Early Settlers of Cumberland Township, Nova Scotia.
