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Lloyd L. Wilkie1,2

M, #98901, b. July 1905, d. 2001

Parents

FatherJames Henry Wilkie b. 1 October 1868, d. 12 November 1954
MotherBertha May Wallace b. 29 July 1876, d. 29 November 1970
Relationships3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:29:03
BirthLloyd L. Wilkie was born in July 1905, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.3
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Henry Wilkie in Dock, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with James (age 42) were his wife Bertha Wallace (age 34), children Arthur (age 11), Percy (age 9), Sophia (age 7), Lloyd (age 6), Lulu (age 5), Pearl (age 3), Elbert (age 9 months) and John(age 4 months). James was a farmer. James was a Baptist, other members of the family were Methodists.3
1911 Canada Census, Dock, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Wilkie, his wife Bertha (Wallace), their children Arthur, Perez, Sophia, Lloyd, Lulu, Pearl, Elbert and John.
MarriageLloyd L. Wilkie married Jean E. Forsyth.2
DeathHe died in 2001.2
BurialHe was buried in Hillcrest Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.81006, -64.07772G. Inscription: WILKIE / 1905 Lloyd L. Wilkie 2001 / His Wife / 1910 Jean E. Forsyth 1993 / Life's work well doneBack: WILKIE.2
Tombstone, Lloyd L. Wilkie (1905-2001), his wife Jean E. Forsyth (1910-1993). Hillcrest Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Partner with Jean E. Forsyth b. 1910, d. 1993

Citations

  1. [S5002] Obituary - Laura Olive Wilkie, Ferguson Funeral Home, Oleary, P.E.I..
  2. [S8960] Cemetery marker, Hillcrest Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Lloyd Wilkie & Jean Forsyth, tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 21 October 2013.
  3. [S5683] 1911 Canada Census - James Wilkie, Family #40, 1911, Microfilm, Dock, Lot 4 (Sub-district 7), Prince County (District #140), Prince Edward Island. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Alvin Wayne Wilkie1

M, #98902, b. 25 February 1917, d. 18 July 2010

Parents

FatherJames Henry Wilkie b. 1 October 1868, d. 12 November 1954
MotherBertha May Wallace b. 29 July 1876, d. 29 November 1970
Relationships3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameAlvin Wayne Wilkie was also known as Alvin Wilkie.2,3
BirthHe was born on 25 February 1917, in Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
OccupationHe was Alvin had several occupations that included farming, operating a small retail store, driving a school bus and Post Master in Elmsdale for 25 years.4

Milit-ServHe served in the military Between 1943 and 1945 he served in the Canadian Army, and when he returned home he met and married Goldie Williams.4
MarriageHe married Goldie Irene Williams daughter of Irving Williams and Ola May Johnston, on 14 September 1946 in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4,5,6
DeathAlvin Wayne Wilkie died on 18 July 2010 in residence; High St., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4
BurialHe was buried in Church of the Nazarene Cemetery, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.82237, -64.13637G. Inscription: WILKIE / Father / Alvin Wayne / Wilkie / 1917 - 2010 | Married Sept. 14, 1946 | Mother / Goldie Irene / Williams / // Infant daughter / 1950 Sandra Elizabeth 1951 / Together forever in His heavenBack: WILKIE / Alvin W. Wilkie / Pte. / RCASC / 1942 - 1945 / Lest we forget.4,6
Tombstone, Alvin Wayne Wilkie (1917-2010), his wife Goldie Irene Williams ( ), daughter Sandra Elizabeth (1950-1951). Church of the Nazarene Cemetery, Elmsdale, Prince Coiunty, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Child with Goldie Irene Williams b. About 1928, d. 10 April 2018

DaughterSandra Elizabeth Wilkie b. 10 June 1950, d. 11 February 1951

Citations

  1. [S1345] Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988, Roy Ashley Wallace, compiler, (Prince Edward Island, Canada: Privately published, After 1988), page 65. Hereinafter cited as Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988.
  2. [S5002] Obituary - Laura Olive Wilkie, Ferguson Funeral Home, Oleary, P.E.I..
  3. [S12116] Death Notices, Moase Funeral Home, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  4. [S5778] Obituary - Alvin Wayne Wilkie, The Journal Pioneer, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, 18 July 2011, Page B8. Hereinafter cited as The Journal Pioneer.
  5. [S5687] Published transcripts, Nazarene & United Church Cemetery, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; PEIGS, 2008.
  6. [S6164] Cemetery Marker - Alvin Wayne Wilkie. Alvin Wayne Wilkie, Marker Inscription; David A. Walker, 31 July 2011.

Lulu Wilkie1,2

F, #98903, b. 6 August 1906, d. 20 October 1935

Parents

FatherJames Henry Wilkie b. 1 October 1868, d. 12 November 1954
MotherBertha May Wallace b. 29 July 1876, d. 29 November 1970
Relationships3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:29:03
NameLulu Wilkie was also known as Lula Wilkie.3
NameShe was also known as Lulu Metherall.3
BirthShe was born on 6 August 1906, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,3
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Henry Wilkie in Dock, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with James (age 42) were his wife Bertha Wallace (age 34), children Arthur (age 11), Percy (age 9), Sophia (age 7), Lloyd (age 6), Lulu (age 5), Pearl (age 3), Elbert (age 9 months) and John(age 4 months). James was a farmer. James was a Baptist, other members of the family were Methodists.2
1911 Canada Census, Dock, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Wilkie, his wife Bertha (Wallace), their children Arthur, Perez, Sophia, Lloyd, Lulu, Pearl, Elbert and John.
MarriageShe married Arthur Ross Metherall son of Samuel Metherall and Mary Bell.3
DeathLulu Wilkie died on 20 October 1935.3
BurialShe was buried in Hillcrest Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.80953, -64.07739G. inscription: METHERALL / Arthur R. Metherall / Jan. 29, 1902 - July 21, 1977 / His Wife / Lula M. Wilkie / Aug. 6, 1906 - Oct. 20, 1935 / "Ever Remembered."3
Tombstone, Arthur R. Metherall (1902-1977), his wife Lula M. Wilkie (1906-1935). Hillcrest Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Partner with Arthur Ross Metherall b. 21 December 1901, d. 21 July 1977

Citations

  1. [S5002] Obituary - Laura Olive Wilkie, Ferguson Funeral Home, Oleary, P.E.I..
  2. [S5683] 1911 Canada Census - James Wilkie, Family #40, 1911, Microfilm, Dock, Lot 4 (Sub-district 7), Prince County (District #140), Prince Edward Island. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8964] Cemetery marker, Hillcrest Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Arthur R. Metherall & Lula M. Wilkie, tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 21 October 2013.

Priscilla Pearl Wilkie1

F, #98904, b. 26 February 1908, d. 21 September 2001

Parents

FatherJames Henry Wilkie b. 1 October 1868, d. 12 November 1954
MotherBertha May Wallace b. 29 July 1876, d. 29 November 1970
Relationships3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 2 October 2024 08:32:00
NamePriscilla Pearl Wilkie was also known as Pearle Wilkie.2
NameShe was also known as Pearl Wilkie.3
NameShe was also known as Priscilla Pearl Mason.1
BirthShe was born on 26 February 1908, in Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Alt-Birth DateAn alternate recorded birth date is in January 1908 in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.3
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Henry Wilkie in Dock, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with James (age 42) were his wife Bertha Wallace (age 34), children Arthur (age 11), Percy (age 9), Sophia (age 7), Lloyd (age 6), Lulu (age 5), Pearl (age 3), Elbert (age 9 months) and John(age 4 months). James was a farmer. James was a Baptist, other members of the family were Methodists.3
1911 Canada Census, Dock, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Wilkie, his wife Bertha (Wallace), their children Arthur, Perez, Sophia, Lloyd, Lulu, Pearl, Elbert and John.
Moved toShe moved to Boston area, Massachusetts, USAG.1
ResidenceShe lived in Pittsfield, Merrimack County, New Hampshire, USAG. she lived and worked in Pittsfield until her retirement, when she returned to Alberton. As of 1988 Pearl was living with her sister, Marcia Gordon.1
DeathShe died on 21 September 2001 in Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4
BurialShe was buried in Hillcrest United/Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.80991, -64.07755G. Inscription: WILKIE / James H. Wilkie / Oct. 1, 1868 - Nov. 12, 1954 / His Wife / Bertha Mae Wallace / July 29, 1876 - Nov. 29, 1970 / Daughter Pearl P. Mason / Feb. 26, 1908 - Sept. 21, 2001 / How blest are they who from / Their labors rest.5
Tombstone, James Henry Wilkie (1868-1954), his wife Bertha Mae Wallace (1876-1970), their daughter Priscilla Pearl Wilkie (1908-2001). Hillcrest Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

  1. [S1345] Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988, Roy Ashley Wallace, compiler, (Prince Edward Island, Canada: Privately published, After 1988), page 64. Hereinafter cited as Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988.
  2. [S5002] Obituary - Laura Olive Wilkie, Ferguson Funeral Home, Oleary, P.E.I..
  3. [S5683] 1911 Canada Census - James Wilkie, Family #40, 1911, Microfilm, Dock, Lot 4 (Sub-district 7), Prince County (District #140), Prince Edward Island. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S5684] Cemetery Transcriptions: Hillcrest United/Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Alberton, P.E.I., Pearl (Wilkie) Mason Published transcripts, Library of Hillcrest United/Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  5. [S6099] Cemetery Marker - James Wilkie & Bertha Wallace. James Wilkie & Bertha Wallace, Marker Inscription; David A. Walker, 30 June 2011.

Bertha Wilkie1

F, #98905, b. 9 May 1913

Parents

FatherJames Henry Wilkie b. 1 October 1868, d. 12 November 1954
MotherBertha May Wallace b. 29 July 1876, d. 29 November 1970
Relationships3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthBertha Wilkie was born on 9 May 1913, in Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2

Citations

  1. [S5002] Obituary - Laura Olive Wilkie, Ferguson Funeral Home, Oleary, P.E.I..
  2. [S1345] Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988, Roy Ashley Wallace, compiler, (Prince Edward Island, Canada: Privately published, After 1988), page 64. Hereinafter cited as Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988.

Marcia Mildred Wilkie1

F, #98906, b. 17 March 1915, d. 2001

Parents

FatherJames Henry Wilkie b. 1 October 1868, d. 12 November 1954
MotherBertha May Wallace b. 29 July 1876, d. 29 November 1970
Relationships3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameMarcia Mildred Wilkie was also known as Marcia Wilkie.2
NameShe was also known as Marcia Mildred Gordon.3
BirthShe was born on 17 March 1915, in Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
MarriageShe married Charles Gordon.3
DeathShe died in 2001.4
BurialShe was buried in United/Methodist Church Cemetery, Cascumpec, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.76350, -64.10795G. Inscription: GORDON / 1906 Charles A. Gordon 1980 / His Wife / 1915 Marcia Wilkie 2001 / 1937 Infant Daughter 1937.4
Tombstone, Charles Gordon (1906), his wife Marcia Wilkie (1915-2001), their infant daughter (1937-1937). United Church Cemetery, Cascumpec, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Children with Charles Gordon b. 1906, d. 1980

DaughterInfant daughter Gordon b. 1937, d. 1937
DaughterAnna Faye Gordon b. 1948, d. 26 January 2020

Citations

  1. [S1345] Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988, Roy Ashley Wallace, compiler, (Prince Edward Island, Canada: Privately published, After 1988), page 65. Hereinafter cited as Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988.
  2. [S5002] Obituary - Laura Olive Wilkie, Ferguson Funeral Home, Oleary, P.E.I..
  3. [S1345] Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988, Roy Ashley Wallace, compiler, (Prince Edward Island, Canada: Privately published, After 1988), page 64. Hereinafter cited as Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988.
  4. [S7422] Tombstone, United/Methodist Church Cemetery, Cascumpec, Prince Edward Island. Charles Gordon & Marcia Wilkie, tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker.

Ole T. Ettesvold1

M, #98909, b. About 1888
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameOle T. Ettesvold was also known as Ollie Ettswold.2
BirthHe was born About 1888, in NorwayG. both of his parents were born in Norway.1
ImmigrationHe immigrated to USAG in 1902.1
MarriageHe married Cleone A. Corey daughter of Charles Myron Corey and Carrie Sophia Reinholt, they farmed either in either Letcher, Sanborn County, or Woonsocket, Sanborn County, South Dakota.2
CensusOle T. Ettesvold was head of the household in the census in 1920 in Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, USAG. included in the household were his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes (age 9), sons Avis (age 5, 2 months) and Arvid (age 7 months). Ollie was a farmer, and rented their home.1
1920 US Census, Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, household of Ole T. Ettesvold, his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes, and sons Avis & Arvid.

Children with Cleone A. Corey b. 17 November 1889

DaughterAgnes C. Ettesvold b. About 1911
SonAvis Ettswold b. 19 November 1914
SonArvid Charles Ettesvold b. 23 June 1919
DaughterHelen Ettesvold b. 31 December 1921

Citations

  1. [S5004] 1920 US Census - Ole T. Ettesvold, Household of Ole T. Ettesvold, 1920, Microfilm, Roll T625-1716, Page 3A, Enumeration district 65, Image 871. Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota. Ancestry (USA), http://www.ancestry.com.
  2. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Avis Ettswold1

M, #98910, b. 19 November 1914

Parents

FatherOle T. Ettesvold b. About 1888
MotherCleone A. Corey b. 17 November 1889
Relationships7th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameAvis Ettswold was also known as AC Ettswold.1
BirthHe was born on 19 November 1914, in South Dakota, USAG.1,2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census in 1920 in the household of Ole T. Ettesvold in Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, USAG. included in the household were his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes (age 9), sons Avis (age 5, 2 months) and Arvid (age 7 months). Ollie was a farmer, and rented their home.2
1920 US Census, Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, household of Ole T. Ettesvold, his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes, and sons Avis & Arvid.
OccupationAvis Ettswold was owner of a large tractor parts dealership.1

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  2. [S5004] 1920 US Census - Ole T. Ettesvold, Household of Ole T. Ettesvold, 1920, Microfilm, Roll T625-1716, Page 3A, Enumeration district 65, Image 871. Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota. Ancestry (USA), http://www.ancestry.com.

Arvid Charles Ettesvold1

M, #98911, b. 23 June 1919

Parents

FatherOle T. Ettesvold b. About 1888
MotherCleone A. Corey b. 17 November 1889
Relationships7th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameArvid Charles Ettesvold was also known as Arvid Ettesvold.2
BirthHe was born on 23 June 1919, in South Dakota, USAG.1,2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census in 1920 in the household of Ole T. Ettesvold in Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, USAG. included in the household were his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes (age 9), sons Avis (age 5, 2 months) and Arvid (age 7 months). Ollie was a farmer, and rented their home.2
1920 US Census, Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, household of Ole T. Ettesvold, his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes, and sons Avis & Arvid.

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  2. [S5004] 1920 US Census - Ole T. Ettesvold, Household of Ole T. Ettesvold, 1920, Microfilm, Roll T625-1716, Page 3A, Enumeration district 65, Image 871. Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota. Ancestry (USA), http://www.ancestry.com.

Agnes C. Ettesvold1

F, #98912, b. About 1911

Parents

FatherOle T. Ettesvold b. About 1888
MotherCleone A. Corey b. 17 November 1889
Relationships7th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthAgnes C. Ettesvold was born About 1911, in South Dakota, USAG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1920 in the household of Ole T. Ettesvold in Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, USAG. included in the household were his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes (age 9), sons Avis (age 5, 2 months) and Arvid (age 7 months). Ollie was a farmer, and rented their home.1
1920 US Census, Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota, household of Ole T. Ettesvold, his wife Cleone (Corey), daughter Agnes, and sons Avis & Arvid.

Citations

  1. [S5004] 1920 US Census - Ole T. Ettesvold, Household of Ole T. Ettesvold, 1920, Microfilm, Roll T625-1716, Page 3A, Enumeration district 65, Image 871. Blendon, Davison County, South Dakota. Ancestry (USA), http://www.ancestry.com.

Helen Ettesvold1

F, #98913, b. 31 December 1921

Parents

FatherOle T. Ettesvold b. About 1888
MotherCleone A. Corey b. 17 November 1889
Relationships7th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameHelen Ettesvold was also known as Helen DeMott.1
BirthShe was born on 31 December 1921.1
ResidenceShe lived in 2011 in Virginia Beach, Virginia, USAG.1

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Elda Hughes1

F, #98917
Last Edited 14 January 2011 00:00:00
NameElda Hughes was also known as Elda Corey.1
MarriageShe married Vernon E. Corey son of Charles Myron Corey and Carrie Sophia Reinholt, they lived in Fort Pierre, South Dakota. Vernon worked for the highway department of South Dakota. Elda was a school teacher.1

Partner with Vernon E. Corey b. 18 August 1893

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Jessie1

F, #98924
Last Edited 18 January 2011 00:00:00
NameJessie was also known as Jessie Corey.1
MarriageShe married Clayton Robert Corey son of Charles Myron Corey and Carrie Sophia Reinholt, they lived in Richland, Benton County, Washington. Clayton worked for the Hanford Atomic Plant.1

Child with Clayton Robert Corey b. October 1892

DaughterBetty Corey b. 7 January 1922

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Betty Corey1

F, #98925, b. 7 January 1922

Parents

FatherClayton Robert Corey b. October 1892
MotherJessie
Relationships7th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 14 January 2011 00:00:00
NameBetty Corey was also known as Betty Owens.1
BirthShe was born on 7 January 1922.1

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Roy Wiseman1

M, #98931
Last Edited 14 January 2011 00:00:00
MarriageRoy Wiseman married Thelma Minetta Corey daughter of Charles Myron Corey and Carrie Sophia Reinholt, they were ranchers west of Fort Pierre, Stanley County, South Dakota, one of the largest ranches in the U.S. They purchased most of their land during the Depression at 67 cents per acre. they had two daughters.1

Children with Thelma Minetta Corey b. 12 February 1899

DaughterLorraine Wiseman
DaughterKareen Wiseman b. 11 December 1923

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Lorraine Wiseman1

F, #98932

Parents

FatherRoy Wiseman
MotherThelma Minetta Corey b. 12 February 1899
Relationships7th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 14 January 2011 00:00:00
DeathLorraine Wiseman died as a young child. as a young child.1

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

Kareen Wiseman1

F, #98933, b. 11 December 1923

Parents

FatherRoy Wiseman
MotherThelma Minetta Corey b. 12 February 1899
Relationships7th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 14 January 2011 00:00:00
NameKareen Wiseman was also known as Kareen Fratzke.1
BirthShe was born on 11 December 1923.1

Citations

  1. [S4991] Correspondence with Thomas Peterson, -Austin, Texas, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..

James Armenius Ritchie Meek1

M, #98939, b. 1 October 1863, d. 1954

Parents

FatherFrederick Meek b. About 1835, d. 27 June 1921
MotherTheresa Catherine b. About 1844, d. 10 January 1906
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameJames Armenius Ritchie Meek was also known as Armenius Meek.2
NameHe was also known as Arminius Meek.3
BirthHe was born on 1 October 1863.4
BaptismHe was baptized on 3 January 1864 in St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.43738, -63.63568G; the officiating clergyman was Rev. Ritchey.4
MarriageHe married Gertrude P. Arthur.2,3
DeathHe died in 1954.5,3
BurialHe was buried in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.49877, -63.50682G.

Inscription: MEEK / J. Arminius Meek / 1863 - 1954 / His Wife / Gertrude P. Arthur / 1883 - 1955 / Also an infant / How blest are they who / From their labors rest.5,3

Tombstone, J. Arminius Meek (1863-1954), his wife Gertrude P. Arthur (1883-1955). St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Children with Gertrude P. Arthur b. 1883, d. 1955

SonHenry Hilliard Meek b. 2 April 1911
DaughterEtta Melissa Meek+ b. 2 May 1915, d. 23 February 2010
SonJames Horace Meek b. 31 July 1916, d. 16 March 2005
DaughterHazel Jean Meek+ b. 23 May 1920, d. 20 August 1998
SonArnold Ritchie Meek b. 23 February 1923, d. 18 April 2010
DaughterRuth Meek b. 3 November 1925

Citations

  1. [S5025] Correspondence with Allan Meek, -Prince Edward Islandby David A. Walker, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker)..
  2. [S5005] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Hazel Jean Meek, St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 92. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Hazel Jean Meek.
  3. [S11631] Cemetery Marker, St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. J. Arminius Meek & Gertrude P. Arthur, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 4 July 2016.
  4. [S5034] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - James Armenius Ritchey Meek, Book #2, Page 76, St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - James Armenius Ritchey Meek.
  5. [S8563] Cemetery Transcript, St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, updated 2000 PEIGS publication Lot 21-1, Library of Personal Library of David Arthur Walker,, Edwards.

Gertrude P. Arthur1,2,3

F, #98940, b. 1883, d. 1955
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameGertrude P. Arthur was also known as Gertrude P. Meek.1
BirthShe was born in 1883.4
MarriageShe married James Armenius Ritchie Meek son of Frederick Meek and Theresa Catherine.1,3
DeathGertrude P. Arthur died in 1955.4
BurialShe was buried in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.49877, -63.50682G.

Inscription: MEEK / J. Arminius Meek / 1863 - 1954 / His Wife / Gertrude P. Arthur / 1883 - 1955 / Also an infant / How blest are they who / From their labors rest.4,3

Tombstone, J. Arminius Meek (1863-1954), his wife Gertrude P. Arthur (1883-1955). St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Children with James Armenius Ritchie Meek b. 1 October 1863, d. 1954

SonHenry Hilliard Meek b. 2 April 1911
DaughterEtta Melissa Meek+ b. 2 May 1915, d. 23 February 2010
SonJames Horace Meek b. 31 July 1916, d. 16 March 2005
DaughterHazel Jean Meek+ b. 23 May 1920, d. 20 August 1998
SonArnold Ritchie Meek b. 23 February 1923, d. 18 April 2010
DaughterRuth Meek b. 3 November 1925

Citations

  1. [S5005] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Hazel Jean Meek, St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 92. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Hazel Jean Meek.
  2. [S5003] Death Notices 2005, The Island Register - Death Notices from Newspapers to June 1 2005, Prince Edward Island, http://www.islandregister.com/2005obits.html. Hereinafter cited as The Island Register - Death Notices to June 1 2005.
  3. [S11631] Cemetery Marker, St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. J. Arminius Meek & Gertrude P. Arthur, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 4 July 2016.
  4. [S8563] Cemetery Transcript, St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, updated 2000 PEIGS publication Lot 21-1, Library of Personal Library of David Arthur Walker,, Edwards.

Etta Melissa Meek1

F, #98941, b. 2 May 1915, d. 23 February 2010
Etta Melissa Meek (1915-2010)

Parents

FatherJames Armenius Ritchie Meek b. 1 October 1863, d. 1954
MotherGertrude P. Arthur b. 1883, d. 1955
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameEtta Melissa Meek was also known as Etta Melissa Pidgeon.
NameShe was also known as Etta Meek.2,3,4
BirthShe was born on 2 May 1915, in residence, French River, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
BaptismShe was baptized on 27 August 1916 in St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.43738, -63.63568G; the officiating clergyman was A.W. Watson.1
MarriageShe married Archibald M. Pidgeon son of Frank Pidgeon and Myra Howard.2,5
DeathEtta Melissa Meek died on 23 February 2010 in Perrin's Clinton View Lodge, Clinton, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,5
FuneralThe funeral was held on 26 February 2010 in Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.5
Principal 2She witnessed the burial of Archibald M. Pidgeon and Etta Melissa Meek in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.49890, -63.50640G.6
Tombstone, Archibald M. Pidgeon (1909-1968), his wife Etta M. Meek (1915-2010). St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Children with Archibald M. Pidgeon b. 17 November 1909, d. 16 October 1968

SonWilliam Merrill Pidgeon b. 2 May 1936, d. 14 December 2021
DaughterBrenda Jean Pidgeon b. 19 May 1944, d. 8 September 2017

Citations

  1. [S5006] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Etta Melissa Meek, St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 87.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Etta Melissa Meek.
  2. [S5009] Death Notices 2010, The Island Register - Death Notices from Newspapers 2010, Prince Edward Island, http://www.islandregister.com/2010obits.html. Hereinafter cited as The Island Register - Death Notices 2010.
  3. [S12151] Death Notices - Brenda Jean Montgomery, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
  4. [S12657] Cemetery Marker, St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Archibald M. Pidgeon & Etta M. Meek, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 18 September 2017.
  5. [S5011] Etta Melissa Meek, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..
  6. [S12152] Cemetery Marker, St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Archibald Pidgeon & Etta Meek, tombstone inscription & photograph; read by David A. Walker.

Henry Hilliard Meek1

M, #98942, b. 2 April 1911

Parents

FatherJames Armenius Ritchie Meek b. 1 October 1863, d. 1954
MotherGertrude P. Arthur b. 1883, d. 1955
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NameHenry Hilliard Meek was also known as Hilliard Meek.2
BirthHe was born on 2 April 1911, in residence, French River, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
BaptismHe was baptized on 11 June 1911 in St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.43738, -63.63568G; the officiating clergyman was A.W. Watson.1

Citations

  1. [S5007] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Henry Hilliard Meek, St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 81.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Henry Hilliard Meek.
  2. [S5010] J. Horace Meek, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..

James Horace Meek1

M, #98943, b. 31 July 1916, d. 16 March 2005
James Horace Meek (1916-2005)

Parents

FatherJames Armenius Ritchie Meek b. 1 October 1863, d. 1954
MotherGertrude P. Arthur b. 1883, d. 1955
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NameJames Horace Meek was also known as Horace Meek.2,3
BirthHe was born on 31 July 1916, in residence, French River, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,3
BaptismHe was baptized on 27 August 1916 in St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.43738, -63.63568G; the officiating clergyman was A.W. Watson.1
MarriageHe married Elizabeth A. Cousins daughter of James Waugh Cousins and Annie Jean LaMont.2,3
Milit-ServJames Horace Meek served in the military in World War II.4
DeathHe died on 16 March 2005 in Wedgewood Manor, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,4,3
FuneralThe funeral was held on 19 March 2005 in St. Thomas Anglican Church, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4
BurialHe was buried in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.49883, -63.50628G. Inscription: J. Horace / Meek / Private / P.E.I. / Highlanders / July 31, 1916 / March 16, 2005 / Husband of / Bessie Cousins.4,3
Tombstone, James Horace Meek (1916-2005). St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Partner with Elizabeth A. Cousins b. 29 November 1924, d. 9 September 1976

Citations

  1. [S5008] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - James Horace Meek, St. Mark's Anglican Church, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Book #1, Page 87.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - James Horace Meek.
  2. [S5003] Death Notices 2005, The Island Register - Death Notices from Newspapers to June 1 2005, Prince Edward Island, http://www.islandregister.com/2005obits.html. Hereinafter cited as The Island Register - Death Notices to June 1 2005.
  3. [S6145] Cemetery Marker - Horace Meek (1916-2005). Horace Meek (1916-2005), Marker Inscription; David A. Walker, 16 July 2011.
  4. [S5010] J. Horace Meek, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..

Arnold Ritchie Meek1

M, #98949, b. 23 February 1923, d. 18 April 2010
Arnold Ritchie Meek (1923-2010)

Parents

FatherJames Armenius Ritchie Meek b. 1 October 1863, d. 1954
MotherGertrude P. Arthur b. 1883, d. 1955
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NameArnold Ritchie Meek was also known as Arnold Meek.2
BirthHe was born on 23 February 1923, in Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
MarriageHe married Ida Jean Cole they live in Springbrook, Prince County, Prince Edward Island (2005).2
DeathHe died on 18 April 2010 in Prince County Hospital, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.418658, -63.777325G.

Obituary: "At the Prince County Hospital Summerside on Sunday April 18, 2010 of Arnold Ritchie Meek of Spring Brook aged 87 years. Born in Spring Brook February 23, 1923, son of the late Armenius and Geraldine (Arthur) Meek. Husband of 60 years to Jean (Cole) Meek. Father of Gary (Janice)Meek, and their family Andrew and Hilary, Moncton, N.B.; Warren (Wanda) Meek, and their family Autumn and Megan; Tantallon, N.S.; Joy (Arnold) Moase, and their family Kelsey, Travis and Stacey, Kensington and Elizabeth (Mark) Jones, and their family Riley Kensington.

Brother of Ruth (Warren) Hession, Vancouver, B.C. Brother-in-law of Mildred (Perley) Davison. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Hillard (Dorothy) Meek; Horace (Elizabeth) Meek; and sisters Hazel (Roscoe) Walker and Etta (Archibald) Pidgeon.

Resting at the Davison Funeral Home Kensington for visitation on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday at St. Thomas Anglican Church, Spring Brook at 1:30 p.m. Interment in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Prince County Hospital Foundation or St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery Fund. www.davisonfh.com."1

FuneralThe funeral was held on 21 April 2010 in St. Thomas Anglican Church, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
BurialHe was buried in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.49895, -63.50634G.

Inscription: MEEK / 1923 Arnold R. Meek 2010 / His Wife / 1931 I. Jean Cole 2011 / Precious Memories.1,3

Tombstone, Arnold R. Meek (1923-2010), his wife I. Jean Cole (1931-2011). St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Partner with Ida Jean Cole b. 22 March 1931, d. 6 March 2011

Citations

  1. [S5012] Arnold Ritchie Meek, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..
  2. [S5010] J. Horace Meek, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..
  3. [S12656] Cemetery Marker, St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Arnold R. Meek & Jean Cole, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 18 September 2017.

Ida Jean Cole1

F, #98950, b. 22 March 1931, d. 6 March 2011
Ida Jean Cole (1931-2011)
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NameIda Jean Cole was also known as Jean Cole.2
NameShe was also known as Ida Jean Meek.2
BirthShe was born on 22 March 1931, in Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
MarriageShe married Arnold Ritchie Meek son of James Armenius Ritchie Meek and Gertrude P. Arthur, they live in Springbrook, Prince County, Prince Edward Island (2005).3
DeathIda Jean Cole died on 6 March 2011 in Prince County Hospital, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.418658, -63.777325G.1
Principal 2She witnessed the burial of Arnold Ritchie Meek and Ida Jean Cole in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.49895, -63.50634G.2,4
Tombstone, Arnold R. Meek (1923-2010), his wife I. Jean Cole (1931-2011). St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Partner with Arnold Ritchie Meek b. 23 February 1923, d. 18 April 2010

Citations

  1. [S5379] Ida Jean Cole, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..
  2. [S5012] Arnold Ritchie Meek, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..
  3. [S5010] J. Horace Meek, Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I..
  4. [S12656] Cemetery Marker, St. Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Springbrook, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Arnold R. Meek & Jean Cole, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 18 September 2017.