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Benjamin Isaac Rayner, Sr.¹

Parents

Name	Benjamin Isaac Rayner, Sr., was also known as B. I. Rayner.2
Name	He was also known as Benjamin Rayner.3,4
Birth	He was born on 27 February 1869, in residence, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.1
Baptism	He was baptized on 7 June 1869 in St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.81268, -64.06454G; the officiating clergyman was R. W. Dyer.1
Son	He was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Silas Rayner, as a son, in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with Silas (age 40) were his wife, Emily Cannon (age 40) and their children, Mary (age 14), Benjamin (age 12), James (age 10), Emily (age 5), Archibald (age 3) and Elijah (age 4 months). Silas was a farmer.
Marriage	Benjamin Isaac Rayner, Sr., married Sarah A. Baker.2,5
Census	He was head of the household in the census in 1921 in Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Benjamin (age 52) were his wife Sarah (age 54), children Silas (age 18), Ralph (age 16), William (age 12), Benjamin (age 9), Emily (age 19), Mary (age 15) and Lena (age 10). Benjamin and Silas were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.3 1921 Canada Census, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Benjamin I. Rayner Sr., his wife Sarah, their children Silas, Ralph, William, Benjamin Jr., Emily, Mary & Lena.
Death	He died on 24 May 1950.4
Burial	He was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40489, -63.77608G. Section O1, Row 5, Stone #1187Inscription: RAYNER / Benjamin I. Rayner / Feb. 27, 1869 - May 24, 1950 / son of / Emily Cannon & Silas Rayner / I have fought the good fight, I have / Finished my course, I have kept the faith / 2 Tim 4-7.4 Tombstone, Benjamin Isaac Rayner (1869-1950). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7318] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 29, (7 June 1869), Benjamin Isaac Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
2. [S9230] Goin' to the Corner, Volume 2, Parts I & II, Norma McLellan et al., (Alberton, Prince Edward Island: Elmsdale and Area Historical Society, (published 2010)), page 88. Hereinafter cited as Goin' to the Corner.
3. [S8618] 1921 Canada Census, Elmsdale, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #68, of Benjamin I. Rayner, 1921, digital copy of original image, LAC Reference RG 31, folder #104, Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
4. [S8447] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Benjamin Isaac Rayner, tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 1 July 2013.
5. [S10691] Cemetery Transcript, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, transcription, Library of Personal Library of David Arthur Walker,, Edwards.

Charles Cannon Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Charles Cannon Rayner was born on 3 January 1873, in residence, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.1
Baptism	He was baptized on 1 June 1873 in St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.81268, -64.06454G.1
Death	He died on 10 June 1873.2
Burial	He was buried on 15 June 1873 in Episcopal Churchyard (Christ Church Cemetery), Kildare Capes, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.88744, -63.97637G. Inscription: In memory / of / Charles Enos / Died June 30, 1870 / Æt. 4 y's 9 m's / Charles Cannon / died June 10, 1873, / Æt. 5 m's / children of Silas / & Emily Rayner.3,4 Tombstone, Charles Enos Rayner (1865-1870), Charles Cannon Rayner (1873-1873). Christ Church Cemetery, Kildare Capes, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7319] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 40, (1 June 1873), Charles Cannon Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
2. [S8975] Cemetery marker, Christ Church Cemetery, Kildare Capes, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Charles Enos Rayner & Charles Cannon Rayner, tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 21 October 2013.
3. [S7452] Charles Cannon Rayner entry Burial record, St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince Edward Island, Book 1, St. Peter's Anglican Church (Alberton), St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.81268;-64.06454. Hereinafter cited as Burial record.
4. [S10352] transcription of diary of Rev. Robert W. Dyer, Church Records, Anglican Parish of Alberton, Book #1, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Hereinafter cited as Church Records, Anglican Parish of Alberton, Book #1.

Charles Eneas Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Charles Eneas Rayner was born on 2 October 1865, in residence, Upper Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.1
Baptism	He was baptized on 10 December 1865 in St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.81268, -64.06454G; the officiating clergyman was R. W. Dyer.1
Death	He died on 30 June 1870.2
Burial	He was buried in Christ Church Cemetery, Kildare Capes, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.88744, -63.97637G. Inscription: In memory / of / Charles Enos / Died June 30, 1870 / Æt. 4 y's 9 m's / Charles Cannon / died June 10, 1873, / Æt. 5 m's / children of Silas / & Emily Rayner.2 Tombstone, Charles Enos Rayner (1865-1870), Charles Cannon Rayner (1873-1873). Christ Church Cemetery, Kildare Capes, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7320] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 21, (10 December 1865), Charles Eneas Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
2. [S8975] Cemetery marker, Christ Church Cemetery, Kildare Capes, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Charles Enos Rayner & Charles Cannon Rayner, tombstone inscription; read by David A. Walker, 21 October 2013.

James Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	James Rayner was born on 20 February 1871, in Prince Edward IslandG.1,2
Baptism	He was baptized on 23 April 1871 in St. Peter's Anglican Church, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.81268, -64.06454G.1
Son	He was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Silas Rayner, as a son, in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with Silas (age 40) were his wife, Emily Cannon (age 40) and their children, Mary (age 14), Benjamin (age 12), James (age 10), Emily (age 5), Archibald (age 3) and Elijah (age 4 months). Silas was a farmer.
Witness	James Rayner was enumerated on the census on 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.2 1891 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their children Mary, James, Joseph, Emily, Archibald, Eliza and Irene.
Marriage	James Rayner married Jessie F. Baker.3
Census	He was head of the household in the census in 1911 in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.3 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616, -64.03523G. Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNERLeft: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.4 Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Left inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7321] On-line Baptism Index, Public Archives & Records Office, Prince Edward Island, St. Peters Anglican Church, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Record Book #1, Page 34, (23 April 1871), James Rayner. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Index, PARO.
2. [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
3. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
4. [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery. James Rayner & Jessie Baker, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Alton A. Lomas¹

Citations

1. [S7322] Obituary: Aleah Lomas-Anderson, G. W. Giffin Funeral Home, Sherbrooke, Guysborough County, Nova Scotia.

Joseph W. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Joseph W. Rayner was born in May 1874, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,2
Son	He was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Silas Rayner, as a son, in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with Silas (age 40) were his wife, Emily Cannon (age 40) and their children, Mary (age 14), Benjamin (age 12), James (age 10), Emily (age 5), Archibald (age 3) and Elijah (age 4 months). Silas was a farmer.
Witness	Joseph W. Rayner was enumerated on the census on 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.1 1891 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their children Mary, James, Joseph, Emily, Archibald, Eliza and Irene.
Marriage	Joseph W. Rayner married Elizabeth.2
Census	He was head of the household in the census in 1911 in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Joseph (age 37) were his wife Elizabeth (age 19), their children Silas (age 2) and Elijah (age 1). Joseph was a farmer. The family religion was Christian.2 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Joseph Rayner, his wife Elizabeth, their children Silas and Elijah. I assume that the birth year for Elijah should have been recorded as 1910, not 1909.
Witness	He was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Archibald Haywood Rayner in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).3
Burial	Joseph W. Rayner was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4

Citations

1. [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
2. [S7329] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 62, James Rayner household.
3. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.
4. [S10691] Cemetery Transcript, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, transcription, Library of Personal Library of David Arthur Walker,, Edwards.

Emily A. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Emily A. Rayner was born About 1876, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Daughter	She was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Silas Rayner, as a daughter, in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with Silas (age 40) were his wife, Emily Cannon (age 40) and their children, Mary (age 14), Benjamin (age 12), James (age 10), Emily (age 5), Archibald (age 3) and Elijah (age 4 months). Silas was a farmer.
Witness	She was enumerated on the census on 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.1 1891 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their children Mary, James, Joseph, Emily, Archibald, Eliza and Irene.

Citations

1. [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.

Archibald Haywood Rayner¹

Parents

Name	Archibald Haywood Rayner was also known as Archibald Rayner.2
Birth	He was born on 13 July 1878, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,1
Son	He was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Silas Rayner, as a son, in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with Silas (age 40) were his wife, Emily Cannon (age 40) and their children, Mary (age 14), Benjamin (age 12), James (age 10), Emily (age 5), Archibald (age 3) and Elijah (age 4 months). Silas was a farmer.
Witness	Archibald Haywood Rayner was enumerated on the census on 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.2 1891 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their children Mary, James, Joseph, Emily, Archibald, Eliza and Irene.
Marriage	Archibald Haywood Rayner married Josephine Belle Merrill.3
Witness	He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Silas Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupations were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".3 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their son Archibald, his wife Belle, their children Hazel, George, Charles and Olive.
Census	Archibald Haywood Rayner was head of the household in the census in 1921 in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).4
Death	He died on 17 September 1937.1
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90634, -64.03532G. Inscription: RAYNER / Archibald Haywood Rayner / July 13, 1878 - Sept. 17, 1937 / His Wife / Josephine Belle Merrill / May 25, 1882 - Aug. 9, 1952 / script.1 Tombstone, Archibald Haywood Rayner (1878-1937), his wife Josephine Belle Merrill (1882-1952). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7331] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. Archibald Haywood Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
2. [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
3. [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
4. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.

Elijah Hardy Rayner¹

Parents

Name	Elijah Hardy Rayner was also known as Elijah Rayner.2
Birth	He was born on 13 November 1880, in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,3,1
Son	He was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Silas Rayner, as a son, in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with Silas (age 40) were his wife, Emily Cannon (age 40) and their children, Mary (age 14), Benjamin (age 12), James (age 10), Emily (age 5), Archibald (age 3) and Elijah (age 4 months). Silas was a farmer.
Witness	Elijah Hardy Rayner was enumerated on the census on 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.2 1891 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their children Mary, James, Joseph, Emily, Archibald, Eliza and Irene.
Marriage	Elijah Hardy Rayner married Edith May Knox daughter of W. Newton Knox and Mary A. Smith, on 1 December 1903, in Worcester, Massachusetts, USAG. Elijah was 23 years old, a bachelor, living in Worcester, Investment & Insurance Solicitor. Edith was 18 years old, spinster, living in Worcester.4
Occupation	Elijah Hardy Rayner was Elijah was recorded as a clergyman on the birth registration of his son Hall/Calhoun. a clergyman in 1905.5
Census	He appeared on the census on 20 April 1910 as Head of Household in Lexington Ward 6, Fayette County, Kentucky, USAG. Enumerated in the household were Elijah H Rayner, 29, Edith M Rayner, 24, Wife, Bessie P Rayner, 5, Daughter,Hall C Rayner, 4, Son. Also enumerated were two roomers. Elijah was a secretary at the YMCA.6
Occupation	He was a fox breeder in 1912.7
Census	He appeared on the census on 1 June 1921 as Head of Household in Traveller's Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Elijah Rayner (age 41) were Edith Rayner, 35, Wife, Betty Rayner, 16, Daughter, Calhoun Rayner, 15, Son, Virginia Rayner, 9, Daughter, Eleanor Rayner, 7, Daughter, E H Rayner, 5, Son, Geraldine Rayner, 3, Daughter, Edith Rayner, 10/12, Daughter. Elijah was a silver fox dealer. The family religion was Baptist. This census return recorded that Edith and her American born children emigrated from the USA in 1912.8
Census	He appeared on the census on 15 April 1930 as Head of Household in Worcester, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. Enumerated in the household with Elijah, 49, were Edith M Rayner, 44, Wife, Betty P Rayner, 24, Daughter, H Calhoun Rayner, 23, Son, Virginia K Rayner, 17, Daughter, Eleanor M Rayner, 16, Daughter, E Harvey Rayner, 14, Son, Geraldine L Rayner, 12, Daughter, E Persin Rayner, 9, Daughter.9

Citations

1. [S18985] Elijah Hardy Rayner, "United States, Social Security Numerical Identification Files (NUMIDENT), 1936-2007", database, FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:6KMK-C871 : 10 February 2023), Elijah Hardy Rayner, U.S. Social Security Numerical Identification Files - Elijah Hardy Rayner, Digital Folder Number DI0001099, (Social Program Application Date: July 1941)).. Hereinafter cited as U.S. Social Security Numerical Identification Files - Elijah Hardy Rayner.
2. [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.
3. [S18984] 1881 Census of Canada, Lot 3, Prince, Prince Edward Island, household of Silas Rayner, digital copy of original census page. LAC Microfilm C_13162, Page 42, Family Number 172.
4. [S18986] Marriage Registration - Elijah H. Rayner & Edith M. Knox, Elijah H. Rayner & Edith M. Knox, , 1 December 1903..
5. [S18990] Massachusetts, U.S., Birth Records, 1840-1915 - Calhoun Rayner, Hall C Rayner entry, digital copy of original birth registration Worcester, Massachusetts, USA, ((Birth Date 17 August 1905)).
6. [S18989] 1910 United States Federal Census, Lexington Ward 6, Fayette, Kentucky, household of Elijah H Rayner, 20 April 1910, digital copy of original census page, Roll T624_474, Page 11a. Enumeration District 0034.
7. [S18994] Massachusetts, U.S., Birth Records, 1840-1915, Virginia E. Rayner entry, digital copy of original birth registration Registration Number 3365, ((Birth Date 1912)).
8. [S18987] 1921 Census of Canada, Travellers Rest, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of Elijah Rayner, 1 June 1921, digital copy of original census page, Reference Number RG 31, Folder Number 104. House Number 95, New Annan.
9. [S18988] 1930 United States Federal Census, Worcester, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household of Elijah H Rayner, 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2340702, Page 22B. Enumeration District 0011.

Irene M. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth

Irene M. Rayner was born About 1883, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1

Witness

She was enumerated on the census on 13 April 1891 in the household of Silas Rayner in Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 49) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 49), their children, Mary, widowed (age 24), James (age 22), Joseph (age 17), Emily (age 15), Archibald (age 13), Eliza (age 11) and Irene (age 8). Silas and James were farmers, Joseph was a fisherman. The family religion was entered as Christian, likely Bible Christian.1 1891 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their children Mary, James, Joseph, Emily, Archibald, Eliza and Irene.

Citations

1. [S7323] 13 April 1891 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Roll T-6382, Page 16, Family No. 57, Silas Rayner household.

Josephine Belle Merrill¹

Name	Josephine Belle Merrill was also known as Belle Merrill.2
Name	She was also known as Josephine Belle Rayner.2
Birth	She was born on 25 May 1882.1
Alt-Birth Date	An alternate recorded birth date is in July 1882 in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2
Marriage	She married Archibald Haywood Rayner son of Silas Rayner and Emily Cannon.2
Witness	Josephine Belle Merrill was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Silas Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupations were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".2 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their son Archibald, his wife Belle, their children Hazel, George, Charles and Olive.
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Archibald Haywood Rayner in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).3
Death	She died on 9 August 1952.1
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90634, -64.03532G. Inscription: RAYNER / Archibald Haywood Rayner / July 13, 1878 - Sept. 17, 1937 / His Wife / Josephine Belle Merrill / May 25, 1882 - Aug. 9, 1952 / script.1 Tombstone, Archibald Haywood Rayner (1878-1937), his wife Josephine Belle Merrill (1882-1952). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7331] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. Archibald Haywood Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
2. [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
3. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.

Hazel Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Hazel Rayner was born in June 1905, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Silas Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupations were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".1 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their son Archibald, his wife Belle, their children Hazel, George, Charles and Olive.
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Archibald Haywood Rayner in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).2

Citations

1. [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
2. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.

George M. Rayner^1,2

Parents

Birth	George M. Rayner was born in November 1906, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Witness	He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Silas Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupations were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".1 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their son Archibald, his wife Belle, their children Hazel, George, Charles and Olive.
Witness	George M. Rayner was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Archibald Haywood Rayner in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).3
Marriage	George M. Rayner married first Helen Dunbar.2
Marriage	He married second Lillian Irene Bernard daughter of Thomas Bernard and Margaret Handrahan.2
Death	George M. Rayner died in 1992.2
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90635, -64.03524G. Inscription: RAYNER / Wife / Helen Dunbar / 1909 - 1940 | Husband / George M. Rayner / 1906 - 1992 | Wife / Lillian Bernard / 1919 - 2018 // Asleep in Jesus. . Inscription: RAYNER / Wife / Helen Dunbar / 1909 - 1940 | Husband / George M. Rayner / 1906 - 1992 | Wife / Lillian Bernard / 1919 - 2018 // Asleep in Jesus.2 Tombstone, George M. Rayner (1906-1992), his wives Helen Dunbar (1909-1940) and Lillian Bernard (1919- ). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
2. [S7332] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. George M. Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
3. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.

Charles Cannon Rayner¹

Parents

Name	Charles Cannon Rayner was also known as Charles Rayner.2,3
Birth	He was born on 7 March 1908, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,3
Witness	He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Silas Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupations were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".2 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their son Archibald, his wife Belle, their children Hazel, George, Charles and Olive.
Witness	Charles Cannon Rayner was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Archibald Haywood Rayner in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).4
Marriage	Charles Cannon Rayner married Jean C. Winters.3,1
Death	He died on 9 March 1991.3
Burial	He was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.405146, -63.775638G. Inscription: RAYNER / Charles C. Rayner / March 7, 1908 - March 9, 1991 / His Wife / Jean C. Winters / Oct. 19, 1913 - Mar. 18, 1998 / We shall meet on that beautiful shoreBack: RAYNER.3 Tombstone, Charles Cannon Rayner (1908-1991), his wife Jean C. Winters (1913-1998). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S10685] Death Notice, Rooney Funeral Home, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
2. [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
3. [S10684] Cemetery marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Charles C. Rayner & Jean C. Winter, marker inscription & photograph; read by David A. Walker.
4. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.

Olive Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Olive Rayner was born in February 1910, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Silas Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Silas (age 70) were his wife Emily Cannon (age 69), their son Archibald (age 37), his wife Belle (age 29), their children Hazel (age 5), George (age 4), Charles (age 3) and Olive (age 1). Occupations were entered as Income" for Silas and "Farmer" for Archibald. The household religion was recorded simply as "Christian".1 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Silas Rayner, his wife Emily Cannon, their son Archibald, his wife Belle, their children Hazel, George, Charles and Olive.
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Archibald Haywood Rayner in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).2

Citations

1. [S7324] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 60, Silas Rayner household.
2. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.

Jessie F. Baker^1,2

Name	Jessie F. Baker was also known as Jessie F. Rayner.1
Birth	She was born in November 1871, in Prince Edward IslandG.1
Marriage	She married James Rayner son of Silas Rayner and Emily Cannon.1
Witness	Jessie F. Baker was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Death	She died in 1932.2
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616, -64.03523G. Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNERLeft: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.2 Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Left inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
2. [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery. James Rayner & Jessie Baker, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Amanda M. Rayner¹

Parents

Name	Amanda M. Rayner was also known as Amanda M. Getson.2
Birth	She was born in March 1896, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Marriage	She married William H. Getson.2
Death	She died in 1980.2
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616, -64.03520G. Inscription: GETSON / William H. Getson / 1894 - 1963 / His Wife / Amanda M. Rayner / 1896 - 1980 / children / Silas H. Lloyd K. Blanche M.Footstones to left: Silas Getson, Lloyd Getson, Blanche Getson.2 Tombstone, William H. Getson (1894-1963), his wife Amanda M. Rayner (1896-1980), children Silas, Lloyd and Blanche. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Footstone, Silas Getson. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Footstone, Lloyd Getson. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Footstone, Blanche Getson. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
2. [S7333] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. William Getson & Amanda M. Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

E. Ruth Rayner¹

Parents

Birth

E. Ruth Rayner was born in August 1897, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1

Witness

She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.

Gladys Eva Rayner^1,2

Parents

Name	Gladys Eva Rayner was also known as Gladys E. Rayner.2
Name	She was also known as Eva Rayner.1
Birth	She was born in February 1899, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Death	She died in 1915.2
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616, -64.03523G. Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNERLeft: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.2 Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Left inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
2. [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery. James Rayner & Jessie Baker, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Jennie Muriel Rayner¹

Parents

Name	Jennie Muriel Rayner was also known as Jennie Rayner.2
Name	She was also known as Jennie Muriel Thomas.1
Birth	She was born on 16 February 1901, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.2 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Marriage	She married John Benjamin Thomas.1
Death	She died on 24 February 1982.1
Principal 2	She witnessed the burial of John Benjamin Thomas and Jennie Muriel Rayner in United/Methodist Cemetery, Cascumpec, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1

Citations

1. [S8557] Published transcripts, Lot 5-2, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker; PEIGS, 2004.
2. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.

Irene N. Rayner^1,2

Parents

Birth	Irene N. Rayner was born in December 1902, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Death	She died in 1915.2
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616, -64.03523G. Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNERLeft: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.2 Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Left inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
2. [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery. James Rayner & Jessie Baker, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Marshall Harding Rayner¹

Parents

Name	Marshall Harding Rayner was also known as Marshall Rayner.2
Birth	He was born on 13 April 1904, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2,1
Witness	He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.2 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Marriage	Marshall Harding Rayner married Dorothy Gordon.1
Death	He died on 15 September 1965.1
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90618, -64.03487G. Inscription: RAYNER / Marshall Harding Rayner / Apr. 13, 1904 / Sept. 15, 1965 / Husband of / Dorothy (Gordon) Rayner / Jan. 6, 1908 - Aug. 17, 2010.1 Tombstone, Marshall Harding Rayner (1904-1965), his wife Dorothy Gordon (1908-2010). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7342] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island. Marshall Harding Rayner, marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
2. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.

James R. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth

James R. Rayner was born in July 1905, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1

Witness

He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.

Edith C. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Edith C. Rayner was born in January 1908, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Death	She died in 1991.2
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616, -64.03523G. Inscription: James Rayner / 1871 - / His Wife / Jessie Baker / 1870 - 1932 / At Rest / RAYNERLeft: Gladys E. / 1899 - 1915 / Irene N. / 1902 - 1915 / Edith C. / 1908 - 1991 / Daughters of / James & / Jessie Rayner / At Rest.2 Tombstone, James Rayner (1871-?), his wife Jessie Baker (1870-1932), their daughters Gladys (1899-1915), Irene (1902-1915) and Edith (1908-1991). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Left inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
2. [S7328] Greenmount Cemetery. James Rayner & Jessie Baker, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Wallace H. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	Wallace H. Rayner was born on 25 October 1909, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,2
Witness	He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of James Rayner in Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. they lived on the farm adjacent to his parents. Included in the household with James (age 40) were his wife Jessie Baker (age 41), their children Amanda (age 15), Ruth (age 13), Eva (age 12), Jennie (age 10), Irene (age 8), Marshall (age 7), James (age 5), Edith (age 3) and Wallace (age 1). James was a farmer. All children save Edith and Wallace were in school. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of James Rayner, his wife Jessie Baker, their children Amanda, Ruth, Eva, Jennie, Irene, Marshall, James, Edith and Wallace.
Marriage	Wallace H. Rayner married Linnie M.2
Death	He died on 20 October 1964.2
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90610, -64.03517G. Inscription: RAYNER / In loving memory of / Wallace H. / Oct. 25, 1909 / Oct 20, 1964 / Linnie M. / June 7, 1911 / Mar. 29, 1983.2 Tombstone, Wallace Rayner (1909-1964), his wife Linnie (1911-1983). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7327] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 59, James Rayner household.
2. [S7330] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. Wallace & Linnie Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Elizabeth¹

Name	Elizabeth was also known as Elizabeth Rayner.1
Birth	She was born in May 1892, in USAG.1
Marriage	She married Joseph W. Rayner son of Silas Rayner and Emily Cannon.1
Immigration	Elizabeth immigrated to Prince Edward Island, CanadaG, in 1908.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Joseph W. Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Joseph (age 37) were his wife Elizabeth (age 19), their children Silas (age 2) and Elijah (age 1). Joseph was a farmer. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Joseph Rayner, his wife Elizabeth, their children Silas and Elijah. I assume that the birth year for Elijah should have been recorded as 1910, not 1909.

Citations

1. [S7329] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 62, James Rayner household.

Silas W. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth

Silas W. Rayner was born in December 1908, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1

Witness

He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Joseph W. Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Joseph (age 37) were his wife Elizabeth (age 19), their children Silas (age 2) and Elijah (age 1). Joseph was a farmer. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Joseph Rayner, his wife Elizabeth, their children Silas and Elijah. I assume that the birth year for Elijah should have been recorded as 1910, not 1909.

Citations

1. [S7329] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 62, James Rayner household.

Elijah B. Rayner¹

Parents

Birth

Elijah B. Rayner was born in February 1910, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. a birth date of Feb. 1909 was recorded in the 1911 census, clearly in error as his brother was born just a few months earlier.1

Witness

He was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Joseph W. Rayner in Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Joseph (age 37) were his wife Elizabeth (age 19), their children Silas (age 2) and Elijah (age 1). Joseph was a farmer. The family religion was Christian.1 1911 Canada Census, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of Joseph Rayner, his wife Elizabeth, their children Silas and Elijah. I assume that the birth year for Elijah should have been recorded as 1910, not 1909.

Citations

1. [S7329] 1911 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Page 7, Family No. 62, James Rayner household.

Linnie M.¹

Name	Linnie M. was also known as Linnie M. Rayner.1
Birth	She was born on 7 June 1911.1
Marriage	She married Wallace H. Rayner son of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1
Death	Linnie M. died on 29 March 1983.1
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90610, -64.03517G. Inscription: RAYNER / In loving memory of / Wallace H. / Oct. 25, 1909 / Oct 20, 1964 / Linnie M. / June 7, 1911 / Mar. 29, 1983.1 Tombstone, Wallace Rayner (1909-1964), his wife Linnie (1911-1983). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7330] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. Wallace & Linnie Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Helen Dunbar¹

Name	Helen Dunbar was also known as Helen Rayner.1
Birth	She was born in 1909.1
Marriage	She married George M. Rayner son of Archibald Haywood Rayner and Josephine Belle Merrill.1
Death	Helen Dunbar died in 1940.1
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90635, -64.03524G. Inscription: RAYNER / Wife / Helen Dunbar / 1909 - 1940 | Husband / George M. Rayner / 1906 - 1992 | Wife / Lillian Bernard / 1919 - // Asleep in Jesus.1 Tombstone, George M. Rayner (1906-1992), his wives Helen Dunbar (1909-1940) and Lillian Bernard (1919- ). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Interred	She was buried in the plot of George M. Rayner, in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90635, -64.03524G. Inscription: RAYNER / Wife / Helen Dunbar / 1909 - 1940 | Husband / George M. Rayner / 1906 - 1992 | Wife / Lillian Bernard / 1919 - 2018 // Asleep in Jesus.1 Tombstone, George M. Rayner (1906-1992), his wives Helen Dunbar (1909-1940) and Lillian Bernard (1919- ). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7332] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. George M. Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Lillian Irene Bernard¹

Lillian Irene (Bernard) Rayner (1919-2018).

Parents

Name	Lillian Irene Bernard was also known as Lillian Bernard.2
Name	She was also known as Lillian Irene Rayner.2
Birth	She was born on 24 April 1919, in Skinners Pond, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1,2
Marriage	She married George M. Rayner son of Archibald Haywood Rayner and Josephine Belle Merrill.2
Death	Lillian Irene Bernard died on 10 August 2018 in Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
Interred	She was buried in the plot of George M. Rayner, in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90635, -64.03524G. Inscription: RAYNER / Wife / Helen Dunbar / 1909 - 1940 | Husband / George M. Rayner / 1906 - 1992 | Wife / Lillian Bernard / 1919 - 2018 // Asleep in Jesus.2 Tombstone, George M. Rayner (1906-1992), his wives Helen Dunbar (1909-1940) and Lillian Bernard (1919- ). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S13012] Death Notices, E. Gerald Rooney Funeral Home, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
2. [S7332] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. George M. Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

William H. Getson¹

Birth	William H. Getson was born in 1894.1
Marriage	He married Amanda M. Rayner daughter of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1
Death	William H. Getson died in 1963.1
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90616, -64.03520G. Inscription: GETSON / William H. Getson / 1894 - 1963 / His Wife / Amanda M. Rayner / 1896 - 1980 / children / Silas H. Lloyd K. Blanche M.Footstones to left: Silas Getson, Lloyd Getson, Blanche Getson.1 Tombstone, William H. Getson (1894-1963), his wife Amanda M. Rayner (1896-1980), children Silas, Lloyd and Blanche. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Footstone, Silas Getson. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Footstone, Lloyd Getson. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Footstone, Blanche Getson. Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7333] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. William Getson & Amanda M. Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

James Wesley Rayner¹

Parents

Birth	James Wesley Rayner was born on 2 October 1939.1
Death	He died on 28 November 1939.1
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90609, -64.03516G. Our Darling / James Wesley / Rayner Oct. 2nd / Nov. 28th 1939.1 Tombstone, James Wesley Rayner (1939-1939). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7334] Greenmount Church of Christ Cemetery. James Wesley Rayner, inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Helen E. Leard¹

Name	Helen E. Leard was also known as Helen E. Montgomery.1
Birth	She was born in 1912.1
Marriage	She married Clifford Cedric Montgomery son of Robert Hodgson Montgomery and Amy Maud Cannon.1
Death	Helen E. Leard died in 1948.1
Burial	She was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40504, -63.77589G. Inscription: MONTGOMERY / In Loving Memory of / Clifford C. Montgomery / 1907 - 1987 / Helen E. Leard / 1912 - 1948 / Wife of / Clifford C. Montgomery Back: MONTGOMERY / Violet M. Birtwhistle / Also Wife of / Clifford C. Montgomery / 1909 - 1978.1 Tombstone, Clifford C. Montgomery (1907-1987), his first wife Helen E. Leard (1912-1948), his second wife Violet M. Birtwhistle (1909-1978). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Back inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7335] Cemetery Marker, Summerside Peoples Cemetery. Clifford C. Montgomery, marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 19 July 2012.

Violet M. Birtwhistle¹

Name	Violet M. Birtwhistle was also known as Violet M. Montgomery.1
Birth	She was born in 1909.1
Marriage	She married Clifford Cedric Montgomery son of Robert Hodgson Montgomery and Amy Maud Cannon.1
Death	Violet M. Birtwhistle died in 1978.1
Burial	She was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40504, -63.77589G. Inscription: MONTGOMERY / In Loving Memory of / Clifford C. Montgomery / 1907 - 1987 / Helen E. Leard / 1912 - 1948 / Wife of / Clifford C. Montgomery Back: MONTGOMERY / Violet M. Birtwhistle / Also Wife of / Clifford C. Montgomery / 1909 - 1978.1 Tombstone, Clifford C. Montgomery (1907-1987), his first wife Helen E. Leard (1912-1948), his second wife Violet M. Birtwhistle (1909-1978). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Back inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S7335] Cemetery Marker, Summerside Peoples Cemetery. Clifford C. Montgomery, marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 19 July 2012.

Wendel Graham¹

Parents

Birth	Wendel Graham was born on 30 June 1942.1
Death	He died on 7 July 1942.1
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90639, -64.03482G. Inscription: Wendel / son of / Mr. & Mrs. Wallace / Graham / June 30 to July 7 / 1942 / Our Darling.1 Tombstone, Wendel Graham (1942-1942). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7339] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island. Wendel Graham, marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Mildred Belle Rayner¹

Parents

Name	Mildred Belle Rayner was also known as Mildred Rayner.
Birth	She was born on 27 June 1911.1
Witness	She was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Archibald Haywood Rayner in Lot 3, Kildare, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. included in the household with Archibald (age 42) were his wife Belle (age 39), their children Hazel (age 15), George (age 14), Charles (age 13), Beatrice (age 11), Mildred (age 9), Olive (age 8) and Emily (age 5), Archibald's brother Joseph (age 45).2
Death	She died on 4 August 1926.1
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90634, -64.03532G. Mildred Belle / Rayner / June 27, 1911 / Aug. 4, 1926 / No pain, no griefs, no anxious / fear can reach our loved one / sleeping here.1 Tombstone, Mildred Belle Rayner (1911-1926). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7340] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island. Mildred Belle Rayner, marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.
2. [S10683] 1921 digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Reference Number RG 31, Page 7, Family of Archibald Rayner.

Douglas Brian Dunbar¹

Parents

Birth	Douglas Brian Dunbar was born on 15 February 1963.1
Death	He died on 18 May 1994.1
Burial	He was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90658, -64.03480G. Inscription: DUNBAR / Douglas Brian / Feb. 15, 1963 - May 18, 1994 / Beloved son of / Jack & Mary (Wallace) Dunbar / Ever Rembered, Ever LovedBack: DUNBAR.1 Tombstone, Douglas Brian Dunbar (1963-1994). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7341] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island. Douglas Brian Dunbar, marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.

Dorothy Gordon¹

Name	Dorothy Gordon was also known as Dorothy Rayner.1
Birth	She was born on 6 January 1908.1
Marriage	She married Marshall Harding Rayner son of James Rayner and Jessie F. Baker.1
Death	Dorothy Gordon died on 17 August 2010.1
Burial	She was buried in Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.90618, -64.03487G. Inscription: RAYNER / Marshall Harding Rayner / Apr. 13, 1904 / Sept. 15, 1965 / Husband of / Dorothy (Gordon) Rayner / Jan. 6, 1908 - Aug. 17, 2010.1 Tombstone, Marshall Harding Rayner (1904-1965), his wife Dorothy Gordon (1908-2010). Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

1. [S7342] Cemetery Marker, Church of Christ Cemetery, Greenmount, Prince Edward Island. Marshall Harding Rayner, marker inscription; read by David A. Walker, 27 August 2012.