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Emeline Mercedes Read1

F, #72565, b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Emeline Read, 1894. Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.

Parents

FatherDavid Purrington Read b. 5 July 1845, d. 5 June 1918
MotherEmma Gordon Bishop b. 4 July 1849, d. 12 September 1930
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 21 April 2024 14:55:15
NameEmeline Mercedes Read was also known as Emeline Read.2,3,4
NameShe was also known as Emeline Mercedes MacKay.1
BirthShe was born on 25 October 1881, in Reads Corner, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of David Purrington Read, as a daughter, in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. Enumerated in the household with David (age 37) were his wife Emma Bishop (age 29), children Joseph (age 10), Jane (age 7), Elytha (age 5), Balfour (age 2) and Emeline (7 months). David Was a farmer. The family religion was Methodist.2
1881 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of David Read, his wife Emma Bishop, children Joseph, Jane, Elytha, Balfour and Emeline.
WitnessShe was included in a group photograph with David Purrington Read , in 1894.5
David ReadBishop ReadRead ReadEmma (Bishop) ReadCeceliaElytha ReadGeorge ReadEmeline ReadJoseph ReadJanie ReadBalfour Read
Family portrait of David Purrington Read family. Front row seated: David, Bishop, Cassie, Emma, Cecelia & Elytha. Back row standing: George, Emeline, Joseph, Janie & Balfour. Hold the mouse cursor over any face & click to view that person's page. Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in April 1901 in the household of David Purrington Read, as a daughter, in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with David (age 56) were his wife Emma Bishop (age 51), children Balfour (age 22), Elytha (age 24), Emeline (age 19), George (age 16), Cecelia (age 15), Cassie (age 12) and Nelson (age 10). David was a farmer, Balfour and George were farmer's sons, Elytha a school teacher.3
1901 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of David Read, his wife Emma Bishop, children Balfour, Elytha, Emeline, George, Cecelia, Cassie and Nelson.
MarriageShe married William Rankin MacKay son of Helen McKay, on 5 November 1903, in Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. William was a bachelor, living in New Annan. Emeline was a spinster, living in Wilmot.6,7
WifeEmeline Mercedes Read was enumerated on the census in June 1911 in the household of William Rankin MacKay, as his wife, in Lot 19, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. Their infant son Edwin Joseph, not yet named on the 1911 census was entered with a birth date one month prior to the enumeration. The 1911 census began 1 June 1911, but didn't finish until 26 February 1912.8
1911 Canada Census, New Annan, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Included in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him.
CensusShe was head of the household in the census in 1921 in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.9
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
Group PhotoShe was included in a group photograph . included in this group photo are Emeline Read, second from left, her daughter Dorothy, sons Balfour & Nelson, and Nelson's wife Virginia Simmons, left. [CR].5
From left: Virginia Simmons (wife of Nelson Read), Emeline Read, her daughter Dorothy, sons Nelson & Balfour. Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.
DeathShe died in 1980 in Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
InterredShe was buried in the plot of William Rankin MacKay, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40552, -63.77563G.

Inscription: MACKAY / William R. MacKay / 1883 - 1950 / His Wife / Emeline Read / 1882 - 1980 / Their children / Elmer June 2 - June 29, 1904 / Cassie Jan. 16 - Jan. 24, 1920Back: Beloved Sons / J. Balfour MacKay / May 10, 1915 - Aug. 8, 1960 / Dorothy MacKay / Wife of Walter Sherwood / Aug. 14, 1905 - Sept. 5, 1971 / Francis E. / Jan. 16, 1920 - Mar. 20, 1975 / Lloyd George / June 20, 1918 - Aug. 18, 1976.4

Tombstone, William Rankin MacKay (1883-1950), his wife Emeline Mercedes Read (1882-1980), their children Elmer (1904-1904), Cassie (1920-1920), Joseph Balfour (1915-1960), Dorothy (1905-1971), Francis Edgar (1920-1975) and Lloyd George (1918-1976). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Children with William Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950

SonElmer McKay b. 2 June 1904, d. 29 June 1904
DaughterDorothy Mackay b. 14 August 1905, d. 5 September 1971
SonDavid Ellery MacKay+ b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978
SonNelson William Mackay+ b. 7 December 1909, d. 23 April 1974
SonEdwin Joseph Mackay+ b. 10 May 1911, d. 13 March 1976
SonJoseph Balfour MacKay b. 10 May 1915, d. 8 August 1960
SonLloyd George Mackay b. 20 June 1917, d. 18 August 1976
SonFrancis Edgar Mackay b. 16 January 1920, d. 20 March 1975
DaughterCassie Mackay b. 16 January 1920, d. 24 January 1920

Citations

  1. [S5813] Correspondence with George Read, -Borden, Prince Edward Island, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  2. [S6254] 1881 Microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Library & Archives Canada Microfilm C_13162, Page 64, Family #259.
  3. [S6255] 1901 Microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Library & Archives Canada Page 1, Family #10.
  4. [S6253] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. William R. MacKay family plot, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 17 August 2010.
  5. [S9069] Correspondence with Jean (MacKay) MacAusland, Prince Edward Island, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  6. [S15045] William MacKay & Emeline Read, (5 November 1903), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown RG19, Series3, Subseries4: Marriage Licensesm, 1903. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
  7. [S3716] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Household #33, of William M(a)cKay, June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm Reels T-20326-T-20460. District 30, Page 3, Line 44. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  8. [S7820] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #33 of William McKay, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll T-20326 to T-20460, Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  9. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Dorothy Mackay1

F, #72566, b. 14 August 1905, d. 5 September 1971
Dorothy MacKay (1905-1971). Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.

Parents

FatherWilliam Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950
MotherEmeline Mercedes Read b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:29:03
NameDorothy Mackay was also known as Dorothy Sherwood.2
BirthShe was born on 14 August 1905, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.3,1
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in June 1911 in the household of William Rankin MacKay, as a daughter, in Lot 19, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. Their infant son Edwin Joseph, not yet named on the 1911 census was entered with a birth date one month prior to the enumeration. The 1911 census began 1 June 1911, but didn't finish until 26 February 1912.4
1911 Canada Census, New Annan, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Included in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him.
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Emeline Mercedes Read, as a daughter, in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.5
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
WitnessDorothy Mackay was included in a group photograph with Emeline Mercedes Read.6
From left: Virginia Simmons (wife of Nelson Read), Emeline Read, her daughter Dorothy, sons Nelson & Balfour. Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.
DeathDorothy Mackay died on 5 September 1971.1
InterredShe was buried in the plot of William Rankin MacKay, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40552, -63.77563G.

Inscription: MACKAY / William R. MacKay / 1883 - 1950 / His Wife / Emeline Read / 1882 - 1980 / Their children / Elmer June 2 - June 29, 1904 / Cassie Jan. 16 - Jan. 24, 1920Back: Beloved Sons / J. Balfour MacKay / May 10, 1915 - Aug. 8, 1960 / Dorothy MacKay / Wife of Walter Sherwood / Aug. 14, 1905 - Sept. 5, 1971 / Francis E. / Jan. 16, 1920 - Mar. 20, 1975 / Lloyd George / June 20, 1918 - Aug. 18, 1976.1

Tombstone, William Rankin MacKay (1883-1950), his wife Emeline Mercedes Read (1882-1980), their children Elmer (1904-1904), Cassie (1920-1920), Joseph Balfour (1915-1960), Dorothy (1905-1971), Francis Edgar (1920-1975) and Lloyd George (1918-1976). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Citations

  1. [S6253] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. William R. MacKay family plot, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 17 August 2010.
  2. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  3. [S3716] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Household #33, of William M(a)cKay, June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm Reels T-20326-T-20460. District 30, Page 3, Line 44. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S7820] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #33 of William McKay, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll T-20326 to T-20460, Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  5. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  6. [S9069] Correspondence with Jean (MacKay) MacAusland, Prince Edward Island, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

David Ellery MacKay1

M, #72567, b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978

Parents

FatherWilliam Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950
MotherEmeline Mercedes Read b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 1 December 2025 11:30:50
NameDavid Ellery MacKay was also known as David MacKay.2
BirthHe was born in May 1907, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2
SonHe was enumerated on the census in June 1911 in the household of William Rankin MacKay, as a son, in Lot 19, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. Their infant son Edwin Joseph, not yet named on the 1911 census was entered with a birth date one month prior to the enumeration. The 1911 census began 1 June 1911, but didn't finish until 26 February 1912.3
1911 Canada Census, New Annan, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Included in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him.
SonDavid Ellery MacKay was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Emeline Mercedes Read, as a son, in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.4
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
MarriageHe married first Robina May Cameron daughter of George Cameron and May Wall, on 22 September 1930 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG, David was a bachelor living in New Annan, Robina was a spinster living in Travellers Rest. Their marriage registration shows a year of 1932.5,6
SeparationDavid Ellery MacKay separated After 1945.7
PartnersHe was partners After 1946. There is no known documentation that David & Robina ever divorced. There is no known documentation that David & Robina ever divorced.7
DeathHe died on 23 June 1978 in McAdam, York County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.8
FuneralThe funeral was held on 26 June 1978 in McAdam, York County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.8

Children with Robina May Cameron b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001

SonDavid Bruce MacKay b. 11 January 1933, d. 1980
DaughterFrances Louise MacKay b. 17 January 1934, d. 20 June 2003
SonJohn Lionel MacKay b. 11 February 1936, d. 4 May 2001
SonRobert Eldon MacKay+ b. 18 December 1938, d. 27 January 2025
DaughterRoberta Jean MacKay+ b. 24 March 1940, d. 25 December 2016
SonJoseph Edgar MacKay+ b. 20 September 1941, d. 1987

Partner with Helen Ruth Huestis b. 22 March 1922, d. 21 July 2017

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  2. [S3716] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Household #33, of William M(a)cKay, June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm Reels T-20326-T-20460. District 30, Page 3, Line 44. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S7820] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #33 of William McKay, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll T-20326 to T-20460, Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  5. [S15042] David MacKay & Robina Cameron, (1932), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown RG19/s3/ss6: Marriage Registrations, 1932. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
  6. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  7. [S15180] Correspondence with Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault..
  8. [S20256] , "David Ellery MacKay", Anonymous Scrapbook Newspaper and date unknown. Hereinafter cited as "David Ellery MacKay".

Nelson William Mackay1

M, #72568, b. 7 December 1909, d. 23 April 1974
Nelson William MacKay (1909-1974). Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.

Parents

FatherWilliam Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950
MotherEmeline Mercedes Read b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:29:03
NameNelson William Mackay was also known as Nelson MacKay.2
BirthHe was born on 7 December 1909, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,1
SonHe was enumerated on the census in June 1911 in the household of William Rankin MacKay, as a son, in Lot 19, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. Their infant son Edwin Joseph, not yet named on the 1911 census was entered with a birth date one month prior to the enumeration. The 1911 census began 1 June 1911, but didn't finish until 26 February 1912.3
1911 Canada Census, New Annan, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Included in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him.
SonNelson William Mackay was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Emeline Mercedes Read, as a son, in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.4
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
MarriageHe married Virginia Mary Simmons in 1933, Nelson was a bachelor living in New Annan, Virginia was a spinster living in Belmont, Lot 16.5,1
WitnessHe was included in a group photograph with Emeline Mercedes Read.6
From left: Virginia Simmons (wife of Nelson Read), Emeline Read, her daughter Dorothy, sons Nelson & Balfour. Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.
DeathHe died on 23 April 1974 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.7,1
BurialHe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40572, -63.77614G.

Inscription: MACKAY / Nelson William MacKay / Dec. 7, 1909 - April 23, 1974 / His Wife / Virginia Mary Simmons / 1914 - April 2006 / Their beloved son / Arnold William / Sept. 10, 1938 - Jan. 13, 1970 / He whom we thought dead is only gone before us. Back: Barry Nelson MacKay / Jan. 7, 1952 - Jan. 1, 1981 / David E. MacKay / Jan. 29, 1936 - May 6, 2010 / His Wife / Betty Doshen / Dec. 8, 1938 - Apr. 28, 2009.1

Tombstone, Nelson William MacKay (1909-1974), his wife Virginia Mary Simmons (1914-2006), their sons Arnold William MacKay (1938-1970), Barry Nelson MacKay (1952-1981), David E. MacKay (1936-2010), his wife Betty Doshen (1938-2009). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Children with Virginia Mary Simmons b. 1914, d. April 2006

SonDavid E. Mackay b. 29 January 1936, d. 6 May 2010
SonArnold William Mackay b. 10 September 1938, d. 13 January 1970
SonBarry Nelson Mackay b. 7 January 1952, d. 1 January 1981

Citations

  1. [S7220] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Nelson William MacKay family plot, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 17 June 2012.
  2. [S3716] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Household #33, of William M(a)cKay, June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm Reels T-20326-T-20460. District 30, Page 3, Line 44. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S7820] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #33 of William McKay, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll T-20326 to T-20460, Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  5. [S15044] Nelson William MacKay & Mary Virginia Simmons, (1933), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown RG19/s3/ss6: Marriage Registrations, 1933. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
  6. [S9069] Correspondence with Jean (MacKay) MacAusland, Prince Edward Island, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  7. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.

Edwin Joseph Mackay1

M, #72569, b. 10 May 1911, d. 13 March 1976

Parents

FatherWilliam Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950
MotherEmeline Mercedes Read b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:29:03
NameEdwin Joseph Mackay was also known as Edwin MacKay.2
BirthHe was born on 10 May 1911, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,2
SonHe was enumerated on the census in June 1911 in the household of William Rankin MacKay, as a son, in Lot 19, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. Their infant son Edwin Joseph, not yet named on the 1911 census was entered with a birth date one month prior to the enumeration. The 1911 census began 1 June 1911, but didn't finish until 26 February 1912.3
1911 Canada Census, New Annan, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Included in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him.
BaptismEdwin Joseph Mackay was baptized on 17 December 1911 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.36523, -63.72419G; the officiating clergyman was Rev. Alexander MacKay.4
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Emeline Mercedes Read, as a son, in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.5
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
MarriageHe married Stella Jean Heffel daughter of William John Heffell and Emily Maude Rayner, in 1936 in Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.6
DeathEdwin Joseph Mackay died on 13 March 1976.1
BurialHe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40568, -63.77626G.

Inscription: MACKAY / Edwin J. MacKay / May 10, 1911 - March 13, 1976. / Love Mother.7

Tombstone, Edwin Joseph MacKay (1911-1976). The Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward island, Canada.

Children with Stella Jean Heffel b. 21 August 1917

SonCarl Mackay b. 7 February 1938, d. 14 February 2011
SonBobby Mackay b. March 1939, d. 3 July 1939

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  2. [S3716] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Household #33, of William M(a)cKay, June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm Reels T-20326-T-20460. District 30, Page 3, Line 44. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S7820] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #33 of William McKay, digital copy of original census document, LAC Roll T-20326 to T-20460, Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S15040] Baptismal Record, transcription, Edwin Joseph MacKay, Public Archives and Records Office, Charlottetown; United Church Records, North Bedeque, Prince County; Record Book Number 1; Record Book Page 61, (7 December 1911). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
  5. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  6. [S15043] Edwin MacKay & Stella Heffell, (1936), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown RG19/s3/ss6: Marriage Registrations, 1936. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
  7. [S5063] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Edwin Joseph MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 29 August 2010.

Joseph Balfour MacKay1

M, #72570, b. 10 May 1915, d. 8 August 1960
Joseph Balfour MacKay (1915-1960). Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.

Parents

FatherWilliam Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950
MotherEmeline Mercedes Read b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 7 April 2020 00:00:00
NameJoseph Balfour MacKay was also known as Balfour MacKay.2
BirthHe was born on 10 May 1915.2
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Emeline Mercedes Read, as a son, in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.3
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
WitnessHe was included in a group photograph with Emeline Mercedes Read.4
From left: Virginia Simmons (wife of Nelson Read), Emeline Read, her daughter Dorothy, sons Nelson & Balfour. Photo courtesy of Jean (MacKay) MacAusland.
DeathHe died on 8 August 1960.2
InterredHe was buried in the plot of William Rankin MacKay, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40552, -63.77563G.

Inscription: MACKAY / William R. MacKay / 1883 - 1950 / His Wife / Emeline Read / 1882 - 1980 / Their children / Elmer June 2 - June 29, 1904 / Cassie Jan. 16 - Jan. 24, 1920Back: Beloved Sons / J. Balfour MacKay / May 10, 1915 - Aug. 8, 1960 / Dorothy MacKay / Wife of Walter Sherwood / Aug. 14, 1905 - Sept. 5, 1971 / Francis E. / Jan. 16, 1920 - Mar. 20, 1975 / Lloyd George / June 20, 1918 - Aug. 18, 1976.2

Tombstone, William Rankin MacKay (1883-1950), his wife Emeline Mercedes Read (1882-1980), their children Elmer (1904-1904), Cassie (1920-1920), Joseph Balfour (1915-1960), Dorothy (1905-1971), Francis Edgar (1920-1975) and Lloyd George (1918-1976). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Back inscription detail.

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  2. [S6253] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. William R. MacKay family plot, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 17 August 2010.
  3. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S9069] Correspondence with Jean (MacKay) MacAusland, Prince Edward Island, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Lloyd George Mackay1

M, #72571, b. 20 June 1917, d. 18 August 1976

Parents

FatherWilliam Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950
MotherEmeline Mercedes Read b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameLloyd George Mackay was also known as George MacKay.2
BirthHe was born on 20 June 1917. the inscription on the family tombstone has a birth year inscribed as 1918.3,1
BaptismHe was baptized on 19 August 1917 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.36523, -63.72419G; the officiating clergyman was Rev. W.A. MacQuarrie.3
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Emeline Mercedes Read, as a son, in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.2
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
DeathHe died on 18 August 1976.1
InterredHe was buried in the plot of William Rankin MacKay, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40552, -63.77563G.

Inscription: MACKAY / William R. MacKay / 1883 - 1950 / His Wife / Emeline Read / 1882 - 1980 / Their children / Elmer June 2 - June 29, 1904 / Cassie Jan. 16 - Jan. 24, 1920Back: Beloved Sons / J. Balfour MacKay / May 10, 1915 - Aug. 8, 1960 / Dorothy MacKay / Wife of Walter Sherwood / Aug. 14, 1905 - Sept. 5, 1971 / Francis E. / Jan. 16, 1920 - Mar. 20, 1975 / Lloyd George / June 20, 1918 - Aug. 18, 1976.1

Tombstone, William Rankin MacKay (1883-1950), his wife Emeline Mercedes Read (1882-1980), their children Elmer (1904-1904), Cassie (1920-1920), Joseph Balfour (1915-1960), Dorothy (1905-1971), Francis Edgar (1920-1975) and Lloyd George (1918-1976). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Citations

  1. [S6253] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. William R. MacKay family plot, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 17 August 2010.
  2. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S15041] Baptismal Record, transcription, Lloyd George MacKay, Public Archives and Records Office, Charlottetown; United Church Records, North Bedeque, Prince County; Record Book Number 1; Record Book Page 67, (19 August 1917). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.

Francis Edgar Mackay1

M, #72572, b. 16 January 1920, d. 20 March 1975

Parents

FatherWilliam Rankin MacKay b. 31 January 1883, d. 1950
MotherEmeline Mercedes Read b. 25 October 1881, d. 1980
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 7 April 2020 00:00:00
NameFrancis Edgar Mackay was also known as Francis Mackay.2
BirthHe was born on 16 January 1920.2
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Emeline Mercedes Read, as a son, in Travellers Rest, New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Emeline (entered as Emiline), daughter Dorothy, sons David, Nelson and Edwin, and his aunt Ellen, who had helped raise him. in the household with Emeline (age 38), recorded as married, but her husband was not enumerated, her children Dorothy (age 15), David (age 14), Nelson (age 11), Edwin (age 9), Balfour (age 6), George (age 3) & Francis (age 1), her aunt Ellen MacKay (age 87) and Joseph Gillis (age 23), an unrelated boarder. Emeline's daughter Cassie was not enumerated. Emeline's occupation was recorded as 'farmer operator'.3
1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Household of Emeline (Read) MacKay, her children Dorothy, David, Nelson, Edwin, Balfour, George & Francis, her aunt Ellen MacKay, and Joseph Gillis, an unrelated boarder.
DeathHe died on 20 March 1975.2
InterredHe was buried in the plot of William Rankin MacKay, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40552, -63.77563G.

Inscription: MACKAY / William R. MacKay / 1883 - 1950 / His Wife / Emeline Read / 1882 - 1980 / Their children / Elmer June 2 - June 29, 1904 / Cassie Jan. 16 - Jan. 24, 1920Back: Beloved Sons / J. Balfour MacKay / May 10, 1915 - Aug. 8, 1960 / Dorothy MacKay / Wife of Walter Sherwood / Aug. 14, 1905 - Sept. 5, 1971 / Francis E. / Jan. 16, 1920 - Mar. 20, 1975 / Lloyd George / June 20, 1918 - Aug. 18, 1976.2

Tombstone, William Rankin MacKay (1883-1950), his wife Emeline Mercedes Read (1882-1980), their children Elmer (1904-1904), Cassie (1920-1920), Joseph Balfour (1915-1960), Dorothy (1905-1971), Francis Edgar (1920-1975) and Lloyd George (1918-1976). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  2. [S6253] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. William R. MacKay family plot, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 17 August 2010.
  3. [S9075] 1921 Canada Census, Travellers Rest, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #116 of Emeline (Read) MacKay, From 015 to 16 June 1921, digital copy of original census document, LAC Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 103, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Merle Evelyn Andrews1

F, #72574, b. 24 November 1907, d. 23 November 2000

Parents

FatherHugh Andrews
MotherSarah
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameMerle Evelyn Andrews was also known as Merle Evelyn Parsons.2
NameShe was also known as Merle Andrews.3
BirthShe was born on 24 November 1907, in Stoughton, Saskatchewan, CanadaG.2
MarriageShe married Frederick Chapman Parsons son of John William Parsons, Sr., and Catherine Minnie Walker, on 28 July 1940, in Long Beach, California, USAG.2
DeathMerle Evelyn Andrews died on 23 November 2000 in Regina, Saskatchewan, CanadaG.2
InterredShe was buried in the plot of Frederick Chapman Parsons, in Regina Cemetery, Regina, Regina Census Division, Saskatchewan, CanadaG.

256 - Row 2-3 - East of Main Entrance, South of Road. Memorial ID: 110708055. Inscription Front: Frederick C. / 1909 - 2000 / Dad | Merle E. / 1907 - 2000 / Mom // Forever With the Lord / PARSONS

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256 - Row 2-3 - East of Main Entrance, South of Road. Memorial ID: 110708055. Inscription Front: Frederick C. / 1909 - 2000 / Dad | Merle E. / 1907 - 2000 / Mom // Forever With the Lord / PARSONS.3

Marker, Frederick C. Parsons (1909-2000), his wife, Merle E. Andrews (1909-2000). Regina Cemetery, Saskatchewan, Canada. Photo courtesy of Ron Johnston (findagrave.com).

Partner with Frederick Chapman Parsons b. 12 February 1909, d. 20 April 2000

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  2. [S8909] Correspondence with Dennis Parsons, -Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  3. [S15402] Burial Record, Regina Cemetery, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Frederick C. Parsons & Merle E. Andrews, Burial Record, Regina Cemetery; findagrave memorial #110708055.

Robina May Cameron1

F, #72575, b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001

Parents

Last Edited 13 April 2020 00:00:00
NameRobina May Cameron was also known as Robina May Mackay.1
NameShe was also known as Robina May MacKay.2
BirthShe was born on 27 January 1913.3
MarriageShe married David Ellery MacKay son of William Rankin MacKay and Emeline Mercedes Read, on 22 September 1930 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,4
SeparationRobina May Cameron separated After 1945.5
DeathShe died on 31 March 2001.3
BurialShe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.3

Children with David Ellery MacKay b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978

SonDavid Bruce MacKay b. 11 January 1933, d. 1980
DaughterFrances Louise MacKay b. 17 January 1934, d. 20 June 2003
SonJohn Lionel MacKay b. 11 February 1936, d. 4 May 2001
SonRobert Eldon MacKay+ b. 18 December 1938, d. 27 January 2025
DaughterRoberta Jean MacKay+ b. 24 March 1940, d. 25 December 2016
SonJoseph Edgar MacKay+ b. 20 September 1941, d. 1987

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  2. [S15042] David MacKay & Robina Cameron, (1932), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown RG19/s3/ss6: Marriage Registrations, 1932. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
  3. [S14843] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Robina May (Cameron) MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker.
  4. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  5. [S15180] Correspondence with Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault..

George Cameron1

M, #72576
Last Edited 11 March 2002 00:00:00
MarriageGeorge Cameron married May Wall.1

Child with May Wall

DaughterRobina May Cameron+ b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.

May Wall1

F, #72577
Last Edited 11 March 2002 00:00:00
MarriageMay Wall married George Cameron.1

Child with George Cameron

DaughterRobina May Cameron+ b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.

Frances Louise MacKay1

F, #72580, b. 17 January 1934, d. 20 June 2003

Parents

FatherDavid Ellery MacKay b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978
MotherRobina May Cameron b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 30 January 2025 16:37:41
NameFrances Louise MacKay was also known as Fran Mackay.2
NameShe was also known as Frances Louise Paynter.1
BirthShe was born on 17 January 1934, in New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,3
MarriageShe married Harold Ingham Paynter.1
DeathShe died on 20 June 2003.1
InterredShe was buried in the plot of Harold Ingham Paynter, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40553, -63.77548G.

Inscription: PAYNTER / M/Cpl. Harold Ingham Paynter / Born Long River, P.E.I. Aug. 22, 1926 / Died Sept. 13, 1979 / Served in World War II and Korean War / Retired from Cdn. Armed Forces Nov. 1974 / His Wife / Frances Louise MacKay / Born New Annan, P.E.I. Jan. 17, 1934 / Died June 20, 2003.1,4

Tombstone, Harold Ingham Paynter (1926-1979), his wife Frances Louise MacKay (1934-2003). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Partner with Harold Ingham Paynter b. 22 August 1926, d. 13 September 1979

Citations

  1. [S8553] Cemetery Transcript, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, PEIGS publication Lot 17-4 (2003), Library of Personal Library of David Arthur Walker,, Edwards.
  2. [S11484] Death Notices, East Prince Funeral Home, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  3. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  4. [S12316] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Harold Ingham Paynter & Frances Louise MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 4 July 2017.

John Lionel MacKay1

M, #72581, b. 11 February 1936, d. 4 May 2001
"Swamp John" MacKay (1936-2001).

Parents

FatherDavid Ellery MacKay b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978
MotherRobina May Cameron b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 30 January 2025 16:27:14
NameJohn Lionel MacKay was also known as John Mackay.2
NameHe was also known as Swamp John MacKay.3
BirthHe was born on 11 February 1936, in New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,3,4
DeathHe died on 4 May 2001.3
BurialHe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.44814, -63.62969G.

Inscription: MacKay / "Swamp" John Lionel / Feb. 11, 1936 / May 4, 2001 / Our Leprechaun, the Legend.3

Tombstone, Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. "Swamp John" MacKay (1936-2001).

Citations

  1. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  2. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  3. [S8513] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. John MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 25 July 2013.
  4. [S15180] Correspondence with Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault..

Robert Eldon MacKay1

M, #72583, b. 18 December 1938, d. 27 January 2025

Parents

FatherDavid Ellery MacKay b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978
MotherRobina May Cameron b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 30 January 2025 16:32:48
NameRobert Eldon MacKay was also known as Eldon MacKay.2
BirthHe was born on 18 December 1938, in New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,3
DeathHe died on 27 January 2025 in Prince County Hospital, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.418658, -63.777325G.4
BurialHe was buried in Peoples Cemetery, Malpeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4

Child

SonRobert D. MacKay b. 27 July 1968, d. 25 July 2016

Citations

  1. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  2. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  3. [S15180] Correspondence with Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault..
  4. [S19779] Death Notice - Eldon R. MacKay 1938-2025, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Roberta Jean MacKay1

F, #72584, b. 24 March 1940, d. 25 December 2016
Roberta "Jean" (MacKay) MacAusland (1940-2016).

Parents

FatherDavid Ellery MacKay b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978
MotherRobina May Cameron b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 30 January 2025 16:27:40
NameRoberta Jean MacKay was also known as Jean MacKay.1
NameShe was also known as Roberta Jean MacAusland.2
BirthShe was born on 24 March 1940, in New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.3,4,5
MarriageShe married Gerald Thane MacAusland son of Samuel Preston MacAusland and Flossie M. MacKinnon.1
DeathRoberta Jean MacKay died on 25 December 2016 in Home, Clermont, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.6
FuneralThe funeral was held on 29 December 2016 in United Pentecostal Church; Pope Rd., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.6
InterredShe was buried in the plot of Gerald Thane MacAusland, in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40558, -63.77534G.

Inscription: MacAUSLAND / Father / Gerald Thane / Feb. 1, 1940 / Mar. 23, 2016 | Son / Thane James / Sept. 4, 1957 / Nov. 17, 1957 | Mother / R. Jean MacKay / Mar. 24, 1940 / Dec. 25, 2016 // Together Forever

.

Inscription: MacAUSLAND / Father / Gerald Thane / Feb. 1, 1940 / Mar. 23, 2016 | Son / Thane James / Sept. 4, 1957 / Nov. 17, 1957 | Mother / R. Jean MacKay / Mar. 24, 1940 / Dec. 25, 2016 // Together Forever.1,7

Cemetery marker, Gerald MacAusland (1940-2016), his wife Jean MacKay (1940-2016), their son Thane James MacAusland (1957-1957). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Children with Gerald Thane MacAusland b. 1 February 1940, d. 23 March 2016

SonThane James MacAusland b. 4 September 1957, d. 17 November 1957
SonClinton L. MacAusland b. 16 July 1958, d. 8 November 2014
SonGeoffrey Alan MacAusland b. 14 January 1965, d. 18 January 2015

Citations

  1. [S10989] Obituary ~ Gerald Thane MacAusland, East Prince Funeral Home, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  2. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  3. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  4. [S10088] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Gerald MacAusland & Jean MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph(s); documented by David A. Walker, 24 June 2015.
  5. [S15180] Correspondence with Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault..
  6. [S11484] Death Notices, East Prince Funeral Home, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  7. [S13285] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Gerald MacAusland & Jean MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 13 June 2018.

Elsie Jean MacDonald1

F, #72585, b. 12 November 1910
Last Edited 21 April 2014 00:00:00
BirthElsie Jean MacDonald was born on 12 November 1910.1
MarriageShe married John William Parsons, Jr., son of John William Parsons, Sr., and Catherine Minnie Walker, on 23 September 1940.2

Partner with John William Parsons, Jr. b. 6 March 1912, d. 29 January 1978

Citations

  1. [S6859] Judy Lynn Parsons, "Personal Communication," e-mail message (-Regina, Saskatchewan) , March 2012.
  2. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.

David Bruce MacKay1

M, #72587, b. 11 January 1933, d. 1980

Parents

FatherDavid Ellery MacKay b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978
MotherRobina May Cameron b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 1 December 2025 11:15:57
NameDavid Bruce MacKay was also known as Bruce MacKay.1
BirthHe was born on 11 January 1933, in New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,2
MarriageHe married Ann Mary Gaudet.3
DeathHe died in 1980 at home, McAdam, York County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.4
FuneralThe funeral was held on 1 May 1980 in St. Paul's United Church, McAdam, York County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.4
BurialHe was buried in Rockland Drive Cemetery, McAdam, York County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.4

Partner with Ann Mary Gaudet b. 1934, d. 2002

Citations

  1. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  2. [S15180] Correspondence with Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault..
  3. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  4. [S20255] David Bruce McKay, "New Annan Native Dies", Collett scrapbooks newspaper and date /unknown/. Hereinafter cited as "New Annan Native Dies".

Joseph Edgar MacKay1,2

M, #72588, b. 20 September 1941, d. 1987

Parents

FatherDavid Ellery MacKay b. May 1907, d. 23 June 1978
MotherRobina May Cameron b. 27 January 1913, d. 31 March 2001
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 30 January 2025 16:27:55
NameJoseph Edgar MacKay was also known as Edgar MacKay.3
BirthHe was born on 20 September 1941, in New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.3,1
DeathHe died in 1987.3
BurialHe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Malpeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.53058, -63.68647G.

Inscription: MACKAY / 1941 Edgar J. B. 1987.3

Tombstone, Edgar MacKay (1941-1987). People's Cemetery, Malpeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Child

SonAnthony Edgar MacKay b. 9 January 1963, d. 5 January 2022

Citations

  1. [S15148] MacKay Family Bible; presently owned by Twila (MacAusland) Arsenault; granddaughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron, . Hereinafter cited as MacKay Family Bible.
  2. [S17057] Death Notice - Anthony (Tony) E. MacKay, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  3. [S7389] Tombstone, People's Cemetery, Malpeque, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Edgar MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph(s); documented by David A. Walker, 18 August 2012.

Harold Ingham Paynter1

M, #72593, b. 22 August 1926, d. 13 September 1979
Last Edited 30 January 2025 16:37:19
NameHarold Ingham Paynter was also known as Harold Paynter.2
BirthHe was born on 22 August 1926, in Long River, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
MarriageHe married Frances Louise MacKay daughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron.1
DeathHarold Ingham Paynter died on 13 September 1979.1
BurialHe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40553, -63.77548G.

Inscription: PAYNTER / M/Cpl. Harold Ingham Paynter / Born Long River, P.E.I. Aug. 22, 1926 / Died Sept. 13, 1979 / Served in World War II and Korean War / Retired from Cdn. Armed Forces Nov. 1974 / His Wife / Frances Louise MacKay / Born New Annan, P.E.I. Jan. 17, 1934 / Died June 20, 2003.1,3

Tombstone, Harold Ingham Paynter (1926-1979), his wife Frances Louise MacKay (1934-2003). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Partner with Frances Louise MacKay b. 17 January 1934, d. 20 June 2003

Citations

  1. [S8553] Cemetery Transcript, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, PEIGS publication Lot 17-4 (2003), Library of Personal Library of David Arthur Walker,, Edwards.
  2. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  3. [S12316] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Harold Ingham Paynter & Frances Louise MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 4 July 2017.

Winnifred Pearl Walker1

F, #72596, b. 10 July 1905, d. 31 July 2000

Parents

FatherIra David Walker b. 21 July 1878, d. 28 December 1922
MotherBessie Whitehead b. 23 October 1887, d. 27 March 1970
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 7 May 2024 14:05:57
NameWinnifred Pearl Walker was also known as Winnie Walker.2,3
NameShe was also known as Winnifred Pearl Corscadden.1,4
BirthShe was born on 10 July 1905, in Kelvin Grove, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.5,3
BaptismShe was baptized on 25 December 1905 in the United Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.43876, -63.63849G; the officiating clergyman was Rev. A.D. Stirling.5
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Ira David Walker, as a daughter, in District of Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Ira (age 30) were his wife Bessie Whitehead (age 24), children Winnie (age 5) and Roy (age 2), and an unrelated lodger named Elizabeth Anderson (age 22). Ira was a salesman. Elizabeth Anderson was a teacher. The family religion was Presbyterian.2
1911 Canada Census, Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan. Household of Ira David Walker, his wife Bessie Whitehead, their children Winnie & Roy, and a lodger.
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1916 in the household of Ira David Walker, as a daughter, in Battleford, Saskatchewan, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Ira (age 37) were his wife Bessie (age 29), daughters Winnie (age 10) & Alva (10 months), and son Roy (age 7). Ira was a farmer. The family religion was Presbyterian.3
1916 Canada Census, Battleford, Saskatchewan. Household of Ira David Walker, his wife Bessie Whitehead, their children Winnie, Roy and Alva.
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Ira David Walker, as a daughter, in Senlac, Battleford, Saskatchewan, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Ira D. Walker (age 42) were his wife, Bessie Whitehead (age 35) and their children, Winnifred (age 15), Roy (age 12), Alva (age 5) and Carman (age 2). Ira was a farmer. The family religion was Presbyterian.6
MarriageShe married Lloyd Armstrong Corscadden on 12 August 1931.1,4
DeathShe died on 31 July 2000.4
BurialShe was buried in Macklin Cemetery, Macklin, Saskatchewan, CanadaG.

Inscription: Winnifred Pearl / Corscadden / 1905 / 2000.7

Winnifred Pearl (Walker) Corscadden (1905-2000), Macklin Cemetery, Saskatchewan. Photo courtesy of Lois (Corscadden) Andrews.

Partner with Lloyd Armstrong Corscadden b. 7 February 1906, d. 3 November 1945

Citations

  1. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  2. [S6499] 1911 Canada Census, Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan, household #66 of Ira David Walker, digital copy of original census document, Page 7. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S3451] 1916 Canada Census, Battleford, Saskatchewan, household of Ira David Walker, 1 June 1916, digital copy of original census document, LAC microfilm T-21935, Page 3, Family No. 28. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S2502] Interview with Marlene (Walker) McLean , by David Walker. Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  5. [S14836] Baptism Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown; United Church Records, Kensington; Record Book Number 1, (25 December 1905). Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record.
  6. [S18293] 1921 Census of Canada, Senlac, Battleford, Saskatchewan, household of Ira D. Walker, 1 June 1921, digital copy of original document, Reference Number: RG 31; Folder Number: 150; Census Place: 150, Battleford, Saskatchewan; Page Number: 12. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  7. [S2498] Lois Anne (Corscadden) Andrews, "Personal Communication," e-mail message to David A. Walker. Hereinafter cited as "Personal Communication".

Gerald Thane MacAusland1

M, #72598, b. 1 February 1940, d. 23 March 2016
Gerald Thane MacAusland (1940-2016).

Parents

FatherSamuel Preston MacAusland b. 13 February 1893, d. 20 April 1972
MotherFlossie M. MacKinnon b. 12 September 1907, d. 6 November 1987
Relationships3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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NameGerald Thane MacAusland was also known as Gerald MacAusland.2
BirthHe was born on 1 February 1940, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.3,1
MarriageHe married Roberta Jean MacKay daughter of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron.4
DeathGerald Thane MacAusland died on 23 March 2016 in Prince County Hospital, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.418658, -63.777325G.4
FuneralThe funeral was held on 26 March 2016 in United Pentecostal Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4
BurialHe was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40558, -63.77534G.

Inscription: MacAUSLAND / Father / Gerald Thane / Feb. 1, 1940 / Mar. 23, 2016 | Son / Thane James / Sept. 4, 1957 / Nov. 17, 1957 | Mother / R. Jean MacKay / Mar. 24, 1940 / Dec. 25, 2016 // Together Forever

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Inscription: MacAUSLAND / Father / Gerald Thane / Feb. 1, 1940 / Mar. 23, 2016 | Son / Thane James / Sept. 4, 1957 / Nov. 17, 1957 | Mother / R. Jean MacKay / Mar. 24, 1940 / Dec. 25, 2016 // Together Forever.4,5

Cemetery marker, Gerald MacAusland (1940-2016), his wife Jean MacKay (1940-2016), their son Thane James MacAusland (1957-1957). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Children with Roberta Jean MacKay b. 24 March 1940, d. 25 December 2016

SonThane James MacAusland b. 4 September 1957, d. 17 November 1957
SonClinton L. MacAusland b. 16 July 1958, d. 8 November 2014
SonGeoffrey Alan MacAusland b. 14 January 1965, d. 18 January 2015

Citations

  1. [S10088] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Gerald MacAusland & Jean MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph(s); documented by David A. Walker, 24 June 2015.
  2. [S89] "Personal Knowledge," (MS; Edwards, Ontario, Canada). Hereinafter cited as "Personal Knowledge".
  3. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
  4. [S10989] Obituary ~ Gerald Thane MacAusland, East Prince Funeral Home, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  5. [S13285] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Gerald MacAusland & Jean MacKay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 13 June 2018.

Ann Mary Gaudet1

F, #72600, b. 1934, d. 2002
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NameAnn Mary Gaudet was also known as Mary Anne MacKay.2
BirthShe was born in 1934, in North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,1
MarriageShe married David Bruce MacKay son of David Ellery MacKay and Robina May Cameron.2
DeathAnn Mary Gaudet died in 2002.1

Partner with David Bruce MacKay b. 11 January 1933, d. 1980

Citations

  1. [S20257] Correspondence with Shirley (MacKay) Smith..
  2. [S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.