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"On 28th June ... Rachel Hamilton, relict of the late William McKay, age 47 years, daughter of John Walker, New Annan." [Summerside Journal Jul 4, 1878.].^7,3

There is a story told by the late Helen (Walker) Cairns about the death of David Walker. He and his daughter Etta were on their way to Kensington with horse and buggy to pick up a dress that had been ordered from the dress maker for Etta. The horse became spooked by a passing train, causing David to be thrown from the buggy. He died of his injuries. Sometime later Etta returned to the dress shop in Kensington to pick up her suit. She took it home in its box, and stored it in the attic. Etta never wore that dress. This was in the house built by John Walker and Jane Weir, and has been lived in by their descendants to this day (2020). Obituary from the Summerside Journal: "David Walker, an old and highly esteemed resident of New Annan, was so badly injured in a runaway accident near Kensington on Monday afternoon that he died from his injuries a few hours later. It seems that Mr. Walker and his daughter left home early in the afternoon to drive to Kensington, and when about half a mile from the town their horse, a spirited animal, took fright at the train and started to run. The sleigh was upset and both the occupants were thrown out. Mr. Walker held on to the reins and was dragged by the frenzied animal about 100 yards when a post was collided with. Mr. Walker, it was seen, was badly injured, and upon his return to New Annan a doctor was summoned. An examination of the injured man disclosed bad bruises about the body and a great cut on one of the legs near the knee. He also suffered severely from shock. The doctor did not hold out much hope, and a few hours later the unfortunate man passed away. Mr. Walker was a highly esteemed resident of New Annan and the news of his death under such distressing circumstances will be received with the deepest sympathy. His funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Walker was 88 years of age. A widow, two sons and a daughter are among those who mourn".Obituary from the Pioneer, 11 April 1914, p. 5, col. 7: "An Appreciation of the Late Mr. David Walker

"In the midst of life we are in death. This was vividly brought to mind in the sudden and tragic death of the late David Walker. Shocked was the community on hearing that he had met with a fatal accident. The writer had the pleasure of a long and intimate acquaintance with the deceased, both as a member of the community and member of the Presbyterian Church, of which he was a much respected Elder, and in this he was following the footsteps of his father, who for many years filled the eldership in the same church."

"Mr. Walker was noticeable unassuming, yet very deliberate in arriving at conclusions and loyal to his convictions. Every movement for the betterment of the community found in him a warm and zealous friend. Though living quietly in his comfortable home, yet he was no small factor in moulding the sentiments of the community. It may truly be said of him that he was "one of Nature's Noblemen." At the meeting of session he never forced his opinions on the meeting, but his advice and council was always sought after. He was amiable and courteous in all his dealings with his fellows and the place he held in the community was evidenced by the very large concourse of people assembled from far and near to pay their last tribute of respect in connection with his funeral, when all that remained was laid away in the People's Cemetery, Summerside.

He married Miss Debra Lowther, daughter of the late David, North Carleton, and their family consisted of three sons and a daughter. The eldest son predeceased him, the second son, Harry, settled on a good homestead in the vicinity, and the youngest son, David, is on the homestead, and also the daughter, Miss Etta."

"The Walker connection fills so large a place in the community I venture to notice some facts in that connection. The grandfather of the deceased (David Walker) came to the province from Dumfriesshire, Scotland in the early years of the last century and started to hew out for himself and family a house and named it New Annan, after the place of his boyhood in the Old Land. His house was on the farm now owned by Percy Marchbank."

"His family consisted of 4 sons and 7 daughters. Three sons, John, Robt., and David, were settled on farms adjoining the road leading from Travellers Rest to Kensington. James settled in New Dumfries. They were all blessed with large families. John Walker of Freetown belonged to the family of James; Henry Walker of Summerside to the family of David, Mrs. Cameron of Summerside to the family of Robert, and the late David Walker to the family of John. There is also a sister, Mrs. Eliza Schurman, living in the neighborhood of Summerside, aged 93 years."

"The daughters married ancestors of some of the leading families in the vicinity. Ann was the mother in the house of the Jamieson family. Our esteemed friend Robt. Jamieson of Summerside being one of her sons. Mary was the mother in the house of the Marchbank family. Sarah was the mother in the house of the Glover family. Margaret was the mother in the house of the MacKay family. Susan and Ellen, of whom I have no further knowledge than that they married respectively Messrs. McLain and Gunning. Thus from this early pioneer descended a large connection which contributed largely to the wealth of our province, materially, socially, intellectually and morally."Obituary from The Guardian, 18 March 1914, page 1, col. 4: "Fatal Accident at Kensington

A very sad accident occurred near Kensington Station Monday evening when Mr. David Walker, an aged citizen of New Annan, was driving into Kensington. Mr. Walker, who was a lover of horseflesh and an experienced driver, waited until the train going east had passed on its way before proceeding along that perilous piece of road which runs parallel with the railway line just outside Kensington, but had apparently not noticed or known that a second train, which was the one delayed at Miscouche, was coming, and his horse, a spirited beast, as far as can be learned, bolted, throwing Mr. Walker against a post, severely cutting his leg and bruising his side."

"The accident was viewed by many on the train at Kensington, but no one knew of its seriousness until Charlottetown was reached. When the runaway was noticed help was quickly given and the spirited horse caught, but not before the aged gentleman had been thrown to the ground where he was found and tenderly cared for. Medical aid was given by Dr. Alex McNeill of Summerside, and the injured man was taken to his home in New Annan, but the shock proved too severe and his spirit passed away during the evening."

"The deceased gentleman, who was 82 years of age, was very active for his years and enjoyed good health. He was highly esteemed by his neighbors and friends, and his sudden and sad demise after his long and useful life came as a severe shock to all."

"Besides his grief stricken wife he leaves to mourn the loss of a devoted father three children; Harry, David, and Etta, all settled around him, and the following brothers and sisters, all of whom have reached an advanced age, viz: - Mrs. Elijah Schurman of Miscouche who last Sunday celebrated her 92nd birthday; Mrs. (Rev.) Hugh Brown, Shusham, N.Y., 86 years of age; Thomas J. of Kensington, aged about 76, and a younger brother, William, now in Vancouver."

"To the bereaved ones is extended the sincerest sympathy of all. Mrs. George Brown of Margate and Mr. Wm. J. Walker, niece and nephew of the deceased, who were in Charlottetown when the accident occurred, have gone home to attend the funeral which takes place today, Wednesday, at one o'clock to the People's Cemetery at Summerside."

There is a story told by the late Helen (Walker) Cairns about the death of David Walker. He and his daughter Etta were on their way to Kensington with horse and buggy to pick up a dress that had been ordered from the dress maker for Etta. The horse became spooked by a passing train, causing David to be thrown from the buggy. He died of his injuries. Sometime later Etta returned to the dress shop in Kensington to pick up her suit. She took it home in its box, and stored it in the attic. Etta never wore that dress. This was in the house built by John Walker and Jane Weir, and has been lived in by their descendants to this day (2020). Obituary from the Summerside Journal: "David Walker, an old and highly esteemed resident of New Annan, was so badly injured in a runaway accident near Kensington on Monday afternoon that he died from his injuries a few hours later. It seems that Mr. Walker and his daughter left home early in the afternoon to drive to Kensington, and when about half a mile from the town their horse, a spirited animal, took fright at the train and started to run. The sleigh was upset and both the occupants were thrown out. Mr. Walker held on to the reins and was dragged by the frenzied animal about 100 yards when a post was collided with. Mr. Walker, it was seen, was badly injured, and upon his return to New Annan a doctor was summoned. An examination of the injured man disclosed bad bruises about the body and a great cut on one of the legs near the knee. He also suffered severely from shock. The doctor did not hold out much hope, and a few hours later the unfortunate man passed away. Mr. Walker was a highly esteemed resident of New Annan and the news of his death under such distressing circumstances will be received with the deepest sympathy. His funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Walker was 88 years of age. A widow, two sons and a daughter are among those who mourn".Obituary from the Pioneer, 11 April 1914, p. 5, col. 7: "An Appreciation of the Late Mr. David Walker

"In the midst of life we are in death. This was vividly brought to mind in the sudden and tragic death of the late David Walker. Shocked was the community on hearing that he had met with a fatal accident. The writer had the pleasure of a long and intimate acquaintance with the deceased, both as a member of the community and member of the Presbyterian Church, of which he was a much respected Elder, and in this he was following the footsteps of his father, who for many years filled the eldership in the same church."

"Mr. Walker was noticeable unassuming, yet very deliberate in arriving at conclusions and loyal to his convictions. Every movement for the betterment of the community found in him a warm and zealous friend. Though living quietly in his comfortable home, yet he was no small factor in moulding the sentiments of the community. It may truly be said of him that he was "one of Nature's Noblemen." At the meeting of session he never forced his opinions on the meeting, but his advice and council was always sought after. He was amiable and courteous in all his dealings with his fellows and the place he held in the community was evidenced by the very large concourse of people assembled from far and near to pay their last tribute of respect in connection with his funeral, when all that remained was laid away in the People's Cemetery, Summerside.

He married Miss Debra Lowther, daughter of the late David, North Carleton, and their family consisted of three sons and a daughter. The eldest son predeceased him, the second son, Harry, settled on a good homestead in the vicinity, and the youngest son, David, is on the homestead, and also the daughter, Miss Etta."

"The Walker connection fills so large a place in the community I venture to notice some facts in that connection. The grandfather of the deceased (David Walker) came to the province from Dumfriesshire, Scotland in the early years of the last century and started to hew out for himself and family a house and named it New Annan, after the place of his boyhood in the Old Land. His house was on the farm now owned by Percy Marchbank."

"His family consisted of 4 sons and 7 daughters. Three sons, John, Robt., and David, were settled on farms adjoining the road leading from Travellers Rest to Kensington. James settled in New Dumfries. They were all blessed with large families. John Walker of Freetown belonged to the family of James; Henry Walker of Summerside to the family of David, Mrs. Cameron of Summerside to the family of Robert, and the late David Walker to the family of John. There is also a sister, Mrs. Eliza Schurman, living in the neighborhood of Summerside, aged 93 years."

"The daughters married ancestors of some of the leading families in the vicinity. Ann was the mother in the house of the Jamieson family. Our esteemed friend Robt. Jamieson of Summerside being one of her sons. Mary was the mother in the house of the Marchbank family. Sarah was the mother in the house of the Glover family. Margaret was the mother in the house of the MacKay family. Susan and Ellen, of whom I have no further knowledge than that they married respectively Messrs. McLain and Gunning. Thus from this early pioneer descended a large connection which contributed largely to the wealth of our province, materially, socially, intellectually and morally."Obituary from The Guardian, 18 March 1914, page 1, col. 4: "Fatal Accident at Kensington

A very sad accident occurred near Kensington Station Monday evening when Mr. David Walker, an aged citizen of New Annan, was driving into Kensington. Mr. Walker, who was a lover of horseflesh and an experienced driver, waited until the train going east had passed on its way before proceeding along that perilous piece of road which runs parallel with the railway line just outside Kensington, but had apparently not noticed or known that a second train, which was the one delayed at Miscouche, was coming, and his horse, a spirited beast, as far as can be learned, bolted, throwing Mr. Walker against a post, severely cutting his leg and bruising his side."

"The accident was viewed by many on the train at Kensington, but no one knew of its seriousness until Charlottetown was reached. When the runaway was noticed help was quickly given and the spirited horse caught, but not before the aged gentleman had been thrown to the ground where he was found and tenderly cared for. Medical aid was given by Dr. Alex McNeill of Summerside, and the injured man was taken to his home in New Annan, but the shock proved too severe and his spirit passed away during the evening."

"The deceased gentleman, who was 82 years of age, was very active for his years and enjoyed good health. He was highly esteemed by his neighbors and friends, and his sudden and sad demise after his long and useful life came as a severe shock to all."

"Besides his grief stricken wife he leaves to mourn the loss of a devoted father three children; Harry, David, and Etta, all settled around him, and the following brothers and sisters, all of whom have reached an advanced age, viz: - Mrs. Elijah Schurman of Miscouche who last Sunday celebrated her 92nd birthday; Mrs. (Rev.) Hugh Brown, Shusham, N.Y., 86 years of age; Thomas J. of Kensington, aged about 76, and a younger brother, William, now in Vancouver."

"To the bereaved ones is extended the sincerest sympathy of all. Mrs. George Brown of Margate and Mr. Wm. J. Walker, niece and nephew of the deceased, who were in Charlottetown when the accident occurred, have gone home to attend the funeral which takes place today, Wednesday, at one o'clock to the People's Cemetery at Summerside."^1,3,12,13

His tombstone has a death date of 27 July, while a Walker Family bible has 21 July, and is incorrect.Obituary (Maple Leaf Magazine): "Died in New Annan, P.E.I., July 27, Harry Walker, aged 67, leaving a widow (nee Hattie Clark), a daughter, brother and sister".Obituary (Summerside Journal): "Mr. Harry Walker, Well-Known Fox Rancher Instantly Killed by Accidental Discharge of a Shotgun

A shocking fatal accident occurred this morning at New Annan, as the result of which Mr. Harry Walker, well-known fox rancher of that place, was instantly killed by the discharge of a shot gun. Mr. Walker had been informed of the presence of a skunk in the ranch and taking a shot gun along he proceeded to see if he could despatch the marauder.

As he was about to pass through the door of the ranch he laid the shotgun against the wall, when it slipped and in its fall discharged the contents of the gun, lodging in Mr. Walker's head, killing him instantly.

Dr. Howatt of Summerside was summoned but nothing could be done. Dr. Howatt is coroner and in view of the evident circumstances of the case decided that an inquest was unnecessary. Members of the R.C.M.P. were also informed of the accident, which occurred about 10:30 a.m., and proceeded to the scene. The body was brought to Summerside and taken to Bowness' Undertaking Rooms. The time of the funeral has not yet been decided.

Mr. Walker was about 67 years of age, a man held in high esteem by all who knew him. He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Miss Jean Walker, who is employed in the crockery department of R. T. Holman Ltd., Summerside. Deceased also leaves one brother, Mr. David Walker of New Annan, and one sister, Mrs. Thomas Carruthers, Summerside, to all of whom the profound sympathy of the community will be extended in their sudden bereavement."

His tombstone has a death date of 27 July, while a Walker Family bible has 21 July, and is incorrect.Obituary (Maple Leaf Magazine): "Died in New Annan, P.E.I., July 27, Harry Walker, aged 67, leaving a widow (nee Hattie Clark), a daughter, brother and sister".Obituary (Summerside Journal): "Mr. Harry Walker, Well-Known Fox Rancher Instantly Killed by Accidental Discharge of a Shotgun

A shocking fatal accident occurred this morning at New Annan, as the result of which Mr. Harry Walker, well-known fox rancher of that place, was instantly killed by the discharge of a shot gun. Mr. Walker had been informed of the presence of a skunk in the ranch and taking a shot gun along he proceeded to see if he could despatch the marauder.

As he was about to pass through the door of the ranch he laid the shotgun against the wall, when it slipped and in its fall discharged the contents of the gun, lodging in Mr. Walker's head, killing him instantly.

Dr. Howatt of Summerside was summoned but nothing could be done. Dr. Howatt is coroner and in view of the evident circumstances of the case decided that an inquest was unnecessary. Members of the R.C.M.P. were also informed of the accident, which occurred about 10:30 a.m., and proceeded to the scene. The body was brought to Summerside and taken to Bowness' Undertaking Rooms. The time of the funeral has not yet been decided.

Mr. Walker was about 67 years of age, a man held in high esteem by all who knew him. He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Miss Jean Walker, who is employed in the crockery department of R. T. Holman Ltd., Summerside. Deceased also leaves one brother, Mr. David Walker of New Annan, and one sister, Mrs. Thomas Carruthers, Summerside, to all of whom the profound sympathy of the community will be extended in their sudden bereavement."^12,5,13,14

Obituary: "The death occurred at Perrin's Clinton View Lodge, Clinton, on Thursday, March 19, 2015, of Helen Deborah Cairns, formerly of Summerside, in her 99th year.

"Born in New Annan, she was the daughter of the late David L. "Teen" and Margaret (Ferguson) Walker. Survived by her children, E. Jean (Robert) Miller, D. Benjamin (Lorna) Cairns and Margaret (Leonard) MacDonald; and by daughter-in-law, Nancy Cairns. Predeceased by her husband, Bradford "Brad" Cairns, in 2004; son, Harold, in 2002; and great-grandson, Andrew MacDonald, in 2012.

"A graveside committal service will be held at Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, on Friday, May 15, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. A reception will be held following the service at Trinity United Church, Summerside, at 11 a.m."

Obituary: "The death occurred at Perrin's Clinton View Lodge, Clinton, on Thursday, March 19, 2015, of Helen Deborah Cairns, formerly of Summerside, in her 99th year.

"Born in New Annan, she was the daughter of the late David L. "Teen" and Margaret (Ferguson) Walker. Survived by her children, E. Jean (Robert) Miller, D. Benjamin (Lorna) Cairns and Margaret (Leonard) MacDonald; and by daughter-in-law, Nancy Cairns. Predeceased by her husband, Bradford "Brad" Cairns, in 2004; son, Harold, in 2002; and great-grandson, Andrew MacDonald, in 2012.

"A graveside committal service will be held at Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, on Friday, May 15, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. A reception will be held following the service at Trinity United Church, Summerside, at 11 a.m."¹

Obituary from the Agriculturist: "A wide circle of relatives and friends will regret to learn of the death of Mr. William Walker, an old and highly respected citizen, which occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Cannon at an early hour this (Friday) morning. The late Mr. Walker was 80 years of age and was a man of the finest character. He returned from California, where he had spent about eighteen years, about a year ago, and had since been living with relatives. Two sons, Ernest, Lynn, Mass., and Gavin, St. Peters, and one daughter, Miss Carrie in Nova Scotia, survive, as well as a sister, Mrs. Elijah Schurman, Lot 16. The funeral will be held on Sunday from the home of Mr. W. B. Cannon, Granville St., to People’s Cemetery". The H. W. Cannon mentioned above is Hammond William Bliss Cannon and Eleanor Jane Delorus Walker, William's niece.

Obituary from the Agriculturist: "A wide circle of relatives and friends will regret to learn of the death of Mr. William Walker, an old and highly respected citizen, which occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Cannon at an early hour this (Friday) morning. The late Mr. Walker was 80 years of age and was a man of the finest character. He returned from California, where he had spent about eighteen years, about a year ago, and had since been living with relatives. Two sons, Ernest, Lynn, Mass., and Gavin, St. Peters, and one daughter, Miss Carrie in Nova Scotia, survive, as well as a sister, Mrs. Elijah Schurman, Lot 16. The funeral will be held on Sunday from the home of Mr. W. B. Cannon, Granville St., to People’s Cemetery". The H. W. Cannon mentioned above is Hammond William Bliss Cannon and Eleanor Jane Delorus Walker, William's niece.^10,11,3

Obituary: "An old and respected Summerside lady passed to her eternal rest on Tuesday in the person of Mrs. Hammond Cannon. She was about 75 years of age and had been ill for a long time. Mrs. Cannon was the former Miss Laura Walker of Kensington and had resided in Summerside for many years. She was known and respected by her many friends for her many fine qualities.

"She leaves to mourn her husband and one son, William, wireless operator in the Navy; also two sisters: Mrs. John Thompson of Kensington, and Mrs. George Brown of Charlottetown; also two brothers, William and John, in Kensington. Funeral on Friday at 2 o'clock from St. Mary's Anglican Church. The remains will be taken to the church at 12 noon."

Obituary: "An old and respected Summerside lady passed to her eternal rest on Tuesday in the person of Mrs. Hammond Cannon. She was about 75 years of age and had been ill for a long time. Mrs. Cannon was the former Miss Laura Walker of Kensington and had resided in Summerside for many years. She was known and respected by her many friends for her many fine qualities.

"She leaves to mourn her husband and one son, William, wireless operator in the Navy; also two sisters: Mrs. John Thompson of Kensington, and Mrs. George Brown of Charlottetown; also two brothers, William and John, in Kensington. Funeral on Friday at 2 o'clock from St. Mary's Anglican Church. The remains will be taken to the church at 12 noon."^16,5

Obituary: "Mrs. Thomas Carruthers Dies. The death occurred at the Prince County Hospital on Saturday, of Etta Jean Carruthers, widow of the late Thomas D. Carruthers, 136 Spring St., Summerside, in her 80th year. Born in New Annan, she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Walker. She belonged to Trinity United Church and was a past member of the Ella Hinton Unit of the UCW group of the church. Her husband predeceased her in 1956. The deceased was the last surviving member of her family.

She is survived by two step-daughters: Mrs. Ernest Walker (Minnie), Summerside; Mrs. Reginald Muttart (Miriam), Halifax. A stepson, Jack, predeceased her. Also surviving are a number of nephews and nieces. The funeral will be held this afternoon to Trinity United Church for service at 2 p.m., with interment in Church of Scotland Cemetery, Cape Traverse."

Obituary: "Mrs. Thomas Carruthers Dies. The death occurred at the Prince County Hospital on Saturday, of Etta Jean Carruthers, widow of the late Thomas D. Carruthers, 136 Spring St., Summerside, in her 80th year. Born in New Annan, she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Walker. She belonged to Trinity United Church and was a past member of the Ella Hinton Unit of the UCW group of the church. Her husband predeceased her in 1956. The deceased was the last surviving member of her family.

She is survived by two step-daughters: Mrs. Ernest Walker (Minnie), Summerside; Mrs. Reginald Muttart (Miriam), Halifax. A stepson, Jack, predeceased her. Also surviving are a number of nephews and nieces. The funeral will be held this afternoon to Trinity United Church for service at 2 p.m., with interment in Church of Scotland Cemetery, Cape Traverse."^3,9

Obituary (Maple Leaf Magazine): "At Fenlac (sic), Saskatchewan, on Dec. 28, 1922, Ira D. Walker, formerly of Kelvin, P.E.I., in his 45 yr., leaving a widow (formerly Miss Bessie Whitehead, Clinton, P.E.I.), four children, a brother and three sisters".Obituary (Agriculturist): "The death occurred on December 28th at his home in Fenlac (sic), Sask., of Ira D. Walker on his forty-fifth year, after an illness of nine days with that dread disease pneumonia; the deceased was a successful farmer in the Canadian West and was a son of the late David Walker of Kelvin and leaves to mourn besides his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Walker, Kelvin; his wife formerly Miss Whitehead, of Clinton, and four young children Winnie, Roy, Alva and Carman; one brother J. C. Walker at Broadview, Sask., and three sisters Mrs. G. E. Ross, at Regina, Mrs. Herbert Hogg, at Kelvin and Mrs. Thomas Stewart, Kensington, to the bereaved ones sincere sympathy is extended."Obituary (Summerside Journal):" At Senlac, Sask., on Dec. 28th, 1922 there passed away to his eternal reward in the person of Ira D. Walker in his 45th year one whom P.E.Island might well be proud of. The deceased was a son of the late David Walker of Kelvin Grove, where he lived on the homestead until about sixteen years ago.

"When not enjoying very good health he, in company with his wife, formerly Miss Bessie Whitehead of Clinton, and one small child decided to remove west, residing for a time in Broadview, Sask., removing later to Senlac where he first engaged in store-keeping, from which he retired, later to take up his old occupation of farming, in which he was still engaged when death claimed him. He was upright and honest in all his dealings with his fellowman and gained the respect and confidence of those who knew him. Besides being an extensive farmer he took a leading part in all that pertained to the welfare of the community. He was an active member of the Union Church of his town, for which he was unanimously chosen elder.

"Never of a robust constitution, but being endowed with an indomitable spirit, he strove on and succeeded in making for himself and family a comfortable home. And just when fortune seemed to be favoring him most he was stricken with pneumonia and died after a brief illness of only eight days. He leaves to mourn his wife and four children: Winnie, Roy, Alva and Carmen, also his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Walker, still on the homestead at Kelvin; one brother, James C. Walker of Broadview, Sask.; and three sisters: Mrs. W. G. Ross of Regina, Sask., Mrs. Herbert Hogg, Kelvin, and Mrs. Thomas Stewart, Kensington; a brother, Ewen, predeceased him last June."

Obituary (Maple Leaf Magazine): "At Fenlac (sic), Saskatchewan, on Dec. 28, 1922, Ira D. Walker, formerly of Kelvin, P.E.I., in his 45 yr., leaving a widow (formerly Miss Bessie Whitehead, Clinton, P.E.I.), four children, a brother and three sisters".Obituary (Agriculturist): "The death occurred on December 28th at his home in Fenlac (sic), Sask., of Ira D. Walker on his forty-fifth year, after an illness of nine days with that dread disease pneumonia; the deceased was a successful farmer in the Canadian West and was a son of the late David Walker of Kelvin and leaves to mourn besides his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Walker, Kelvin; his wife formerly Miss Whitehead, of Clinton, and four young children Winnie, Roy, Alva and Carman; one brother J. C. Walker at Broadview, Sask., and three sisters Mrs. G. E. Ross, at Regina, Mrs. Herbert Hogg, at Kelvin and Mrs. Thomas Stewart, Kensington, to the bereaved ones sincere sympathy is extended."Obituary (Summerside Journal):" At Senlac, Sask., on Dec. 28th, 1922 there passed away to his eternal reward in the person of Ira D. Walker in his 45th year one whom P.E.Island might well be proud of. The deceased was a son of the late David Walker of Kelvin Grove, where he lived on the homestead until about sixteen years ago.

"When not enjoying very good health he, in company with his wife, formerly Miss Bessie Whitehead of Clinton, and one small child decided to remove west, residing for a time in Broadview, Sask., removing later to Senlac where he first engaged in store-keeping, from which he retired, later to take up his old occupation of farming, in which he was still engaged when death claimed him. He was upright and honest in all his dealings with his fellowman and gained the respect and confidence of those who knew him. Besides being an extensive farmer he took a leading part in all that pertained to the welfare of the community. He was an active member of the Union Church of his town, for which he was unanimously chosen elder.

"Never of a robust constitution, but being endowed with an indomitable spirit, he strove on and succeeded in making for himself and family a comfortable home. And just when fortune seemed to be favoring him most he was stricken with pneumonia and died after a brief illness of only eight days. He leaves to mourn his wife and four children: Winnie, Roy, Alva and Carmen, also his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Walker, still on the homestead at Kelvin; one brother, James C. Walker of Broadview, Sask.; and three sisters: Mrs. W. G. Ross of Regina, Sask., Mrs. Herbert Hogg, Kelvin, and Mrs. Thomas Stewart, Kensington; a brother, Ewen, predeceased him last June."^11,12,13

"At Kelvin Grove, on the 13th inst ... William Higgins, age 8 years and 3 months, youngest son of David and Elizabeth Walker." [Island Guardian Apr 26, 1894; Island Farmer Apr 26, 1894; Summerside Journal Apr 25, 1894.]

"At Kelvin Grove, on the 13th inst ... William Higgins, age 8 years and 3 months, youngest son of David and Elizabeth Walker." [Island Guardian Apr 26, 1894; Island Farmer Apr 26, 1894; Summerside Journal Apr 25, 1894.].⁶

Obituary: "The death occurred at his late residence on Saturday, Dec. 21, 1996 of Arnold D. Walker of Kelvin Grove, aged 85 years. Son of the late Ewen and Bertha (Douglas) Walker. Brother of Gladys and husband Earle Semple, Kensington; great-uncle of Jeff and wife Heidi Semple, Carla Semple, Susan and husband Todd Hansen, and Jayna Semple. Great-great-uncle of Morgan Hansen. He was predeceased by a nephew, Ivan Semple.

"Resting at the Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, for visitation on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday in the Davison Funeral Home Chapel at 10 a.m. Interment in People's Cemetery, Kensington. If so desired, contributions may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Building Fund of Kensington Presbyterian Church."

Obituary: "The death occurred at his late residence on Saturday, Dec. 21, 1996 of Arnold D. Walker of Kelvin Grove, aged 85 years. Son of the late Ewen and Bertha (Douglas) Walker. Brother of Gladys and husband Earle Semple, Kensington; great-uncle of Jeff and wife Heidi Semple, Carla Semple, Susan and husband Todd Hansen, and Jayna Semple. Great-great-uncle of Morgan Hansen. He was predeceased by a nephew, Ivan Semple.

"Resting at the Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, for visitation on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday in the Davison Funeral Home Chapel at 10 a.m. Interment in People's Cemetery, Kensington. If so desired, contributions may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Building Fund of Kensington Presbyterian Church."³

Obituary: "There passed peacefully away on Sunday, July 24th, 1921, one of the oldest and most respected residences of Kelvin in the person of Mr. Edward Walker in the 86th year of his age. The deceased had been in failing health the greater part of the winter but as the beautiful spring weather came he seemed to be improving. About a month ago he went to spend a few days with his daughter, Mrs. Henry Bynon, Mill Valley, about a mile from home and while there he took a turn for the worse and all the loving care of kind friends and skilled medical attendants could do for him was of no avail, and on the evening of July 24th, his spirit winged its flight to him who gave it.

There are left to mourn one son, John W. at home, one daughter Lucy, Mrs. Henry Bynon, Mill Valley, one daughter Jennie having died ten years ago, two brothers John of Freetown and William of Kensington, and one sister, Miss Sarah of Kelvin, also eight grandchildren."

Obituary: "There passed peacefully away on Sunday, July 24th, 1921, one of the oldest and most respected residences of Kelvin in the person of Mr. Edward Walker in the 86th year of his age. The deceased had been in failing health the greater part of the winter but as the beautiful spring weather came he seemed to be improving. About a month ago he went to spend a few days with his daughter, Mrs. Henry Bynon, Mill Valley, about a mile from home and while there he took a turn for the worse and all the loving care of kind friends and skilled medical attendants could do for him was of no avail, and on the evening of July 24th, his spirit winged its flight to him who gave it.

There are left to mourn one son, John W. at home, one daughter Lucy, Mrs. Henry Bynon, Mill Valley, one daughter Jennie having died ten years ago, two brothers John of Freetown and William of Kensington, and one sister, Miss Sarah of Kelvin, also eight grandchildren."^9,2

"At Upper Freetown, on the 6th ult., of tubercular meningitis, Andrew Ewen, age 15 1?2 years, son of John and Janet Walker." [The Watchman Jun 1, 1893; Weekly Examiner Jun 2, 1893; Summerside Journal May 24, 1893.]

"At Upper Freetown, on the 6th ult., of tubercular meningitis, Andrew Ewen, age 15 1?2 years, son of John and Janet Walker." [The Watchman Jun 1, 1893; Weekly Examiner Jun 2, 1893; Summerside Journal May 24, 1893.].^8,9

Obituary: "At his residence, New Dumfries, Lot 25, on the 13th ult., after a lingering illness, Mr. Robert Walker in the 43rd yr. of his age. He left a widow and two young children to mourn." (Summerside Journal, 10 July 1884).

Obituary: "At his residence, New Dumfries, Lot 25, on the 13th ult., after a lingering illness, Mr. Robert Walker in the 43rd yr. of his age. He left a widow and two young children to mourn." (Summerside Journal, 10 July 1884).⁷

Obituary: "At Summerside on the 13th inst. Mary Eliza, third daughter of David and Janet Walker, Kensington, and beloved wife of Geo. A. Bearisto, aged 47 years, after a painful illness extending over several years". [The Examiner, 17 March 1883, p. 2, col. 4. The same obituary appeared in the Summerside Journal, 15 March 1883, p. 3, col. 3.] The Summerside Journal also printed an article in column 1: "By reference to the proper column it will be seen that Mrs. George A. Beairsto has passed away. This community has lost the presence of a good Christian woman, whose memory will long be cherished by a large circle of friends. Mr. Beairsto has the sympathy of this community in his sad loss. The funeral which was attended by a very large number took place on the afternoon of Tuesday last at 2:00 p.m." Her tombstone has a death date of 12 March.

Obituary: "At Summerside on the 13th inst. Mary Eliza, third daughter of David and Janet Walker, Kensington, and beloved wife of Geo. A. Bearisto, aged 47 years, after a painful illness extending over several years". [The Examiner, 17 March 1883, p. 2, col. 4. The same obituary appeared in the Summerside Journal, 15 March 1883, p. 3, col. 3.] The Summerside Journal also printed an article in column 1: "By reference to the proper column it will be seen that Mrs. George A. Beairsto has passed away. This community has lost the presence of a good Christian woman, whose memory will long be cherished by a large circle of friends. Mr. Beairsto has the sympathy of this community in his sad loss. The funeral which was attended by a very large number took place on the afternoon of Tuesday last at 2:00 p.m." Her tombstone has a death date of 12 March.^7,8

Obituary (Maple Leaf Magazine) - "In Summerside on Dec. 20, George Henry Walker, aged 89 years, leaving a son and daughter".Obituary (Summerside Journal): "An old and highly respected citizen of Summerside has been called to his rest in the passing of Mr. George Henry Walker, whose death occurred on Friday last at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D. J. McMurdo, Summerside. The deceased, who was 89 years of age, was a native of Kensington and lived for over sixty years in Summerside. He was a carpenter by trade and a man who was held in much regard by all. His wife predeceased him over twenty years ago. Mr. Walker's death removes the last of the large family of the late David Walker of Kensington. Two children, Mrs. McMurdo and son George P. Walker of Summerside have the sympathy of the community in their loss. The funeral took place on Sunday from the home of Mrs. McMurdo to the Peoples Cemetery, Rev. C. St. Clair Jeans officiating. The pallbearers were Messrs. A. S. MacKay, Thomas Linkletter, Oliver McNeil, M. F. Schurman, James Harris and Daniel MacLeod."Obituary (Island Farmer): "We record with deep sorrow the death of Mr. George Henry Walker, who passed peacefully away last Friday evening at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. David J. MacMurdo, at the good old age of 89 years, years full of activity and honor and lived the last sixty of them as an upright citizen of Summerside, held justly in the highest regard of all, and they were a host, who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. He was a native of Kensington, a carpenter by trade, and for many years a valued member of the staff of the factory which is now Messrs. M. F. Schurman’s Mill at Summerside. He was the last surviving member of the large family of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Walker of Kensington and leaves to mourn one son, Mr. George P. Walker, and one daughter, Mrs. D. J. MacMurdo, both of Summerside, and to whom our deep sympathy is extended. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place on Sunday afternoon from the home of Mrs. MacMurdo to the People’s Cemetery, Rev. C. J. St. C. Jeans officiating. The pallbearers were Messrs. A. S. MacKay, Thomas Linkletter, Oliver MacNeill, M. F. Schurman, James Harris and Daniel MacLeod."

Obituary (Maple Leaf Magazine) - "In Summerside on Dec. 20, George Henry Walker, aged 89 years, leaving a son and daughter".Obituary (Summerside Journal): "An old and highly respected citizen of Summerside has been called to his rest in the passing of Mr. George Henry Walker, whose death occurred on Friday last at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D. J. McMurdo, Summerside. The deceased, who was 89 years of age, was a native of Kensington and lived for over sixty years in Summerside. He was a carpenter by trade and a man who was held in much regard by all. His wife predeceased him over twenty years ago. Mr. Walker's death removes the last of the large family of the late David Walker of Kensington. Two children, Mrs. McMurdo and son George P. Walker of Summerside have the sympathy of the community in their loss. The funeral took place on Sunday from the home of Mrs. McMurdo to the Peoples Cemetery, Rev. C. St. Clair Jeans officiating. The pallbearers were Messrs. A. S. MacKay, Thomas Linkletter, Oliver McNeil, M. F. Schurman, James Harris and Daniel MacLeod."Obituary (Island Farmer): "We record with deep sorrow the death of Mr. George Henry Walker, who passed peacefully away last Friday evening at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. David J. MacMurdo, at the good old age of 89 years, years full of activity and honor and lived the last sixty of them as an upright citizen of Summerside, held justly in the highest regard of all, and they were a host, who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. He was a native of Kensington, a carpenter by trade, and for many years a valued member of the staff of the factory which is now Messrs. M. F. Schurman’s Mill at Summerside. He was the last surviving member of the large family of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Walker of Kensington and leaves to mourn one son, Mr. George P. Walker, and one daughter, Mrs. D. J. MacMurdo, both of Summerside, and to whom our deep sympathy is extended. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place on Sunday afternoon from the home of Mrs. MacMurdo to the People’s Cemetery, Rev. C. J. St. C. Jeans officiating. The pallbearers were Messrs. A. S. MacKay, Thomas Linkletter, Oliver MacNeill, M. F. Schurman, James Harris and Daniel MacLeod."^11,6,12,13