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Ann1

F, #103451, b. About 1803
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NameAnn was also known as Ann Cannon.1
BirthShe was born About 1803, in EnglandG.1,2
ImmigrationShe immigrated to New BrunswickG in 1847.1
MarriageShe married Otis Cannon, Sr., son of Charles Cannon and Keziah Davison.1
WitnessAnn was enumerated on the census in 1851 in the household of Otis Cannon, Sr., in Harvey, Albert County, New BrunswickG. included in the household with Otis Sr. (age 71) were his second wife Ann (age 48), children, by his first marriage, Mariner (age 29), Paulina (age 21), Otis Jr. (age 17), Amanda (age 23), and Amanda's son John Tingley (age 3 weeks). The identity and whereabouts of the baby's father are not known. No occupation was recorded for Otis Sr. Mariner was a farmer.1
1851 Census of Canada, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Sr., his second wife Ann, his children, by his first marriage, Mariner, Paulina, Otis Jr. & Amanda, and Amanda's son John Tingley.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1861 in the household of Otis Cannon, Sr., in Harvey, Albert County, New BrunswickG. included in the household with Otis Sr. (age 81) were his second wife Ann (age 58) and their grandson John (age 10). Otis was a farmer. He was Baptist, his wife and grandson were Methodists. John was in school. They lived on farms adjacent to their sons Otis Jr. and Mariner.3
1861 Census of Canada, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Sr., his wife Ann, their grand nephew (recorded in the census as "grandson") John, son of Samuel Cannon, nephew to Otis, and Susanna Wallace, of Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Mariner Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Mariner (age 48) were his wife Eliza (age 44), their children Fletcher (age 14), Annie (age 12), Hannah (age 8), Cecelia (age 3) & Lucy (age 2), and Ann (age 66), widow and second wife of Mariner's father Otis Cannon Sr. Mariner was a farmer. The family religion was Wesleyan Methodist.2
1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Mariner Cannon, his wife Eliza, their children Fletcher, Annie, Hannah, Cecelia & Lucy, and Ann, second wife to Mariner's father Otis Cannon Sr..

Partner with Otis Cannon, Sr. b. 1780, d. 22 June 1864

Citations

  1. [S8304] 1851 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household of Otis Cannon Sr., 1851, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C-994, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8321] 1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #108, of Mariner Cannon, 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_10394, page 32. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8302] 1861 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #92, of Otis Cannon Sr., 1861, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C-999, page 15. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Edgar Cannon1

M, #103452, b. 1 September 1861, d. 17 June 1919

Parents

FatherOtis Cannon, Jr. b. 6 July 1834, d. 28 November 1915
MotherAlmira Smith b. 10 October 1832, d. 28 November 1912
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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BirthEdgar Cannon was born on 1 September 1861, in New BrunswickG.1,2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis Jr. (age 36) were his wife Elmira (age 39), their children Elenora/Leanora (age 13), Edgar (age 9), Cassie (age 7), Avery (age 4), Ada (age 2) & Minnie (age 1), and a likely unrelated Deborah Martin (age 31) and her two children, John (age 1) and Esther (age 1). Otis was a farmer. He was Closed Communion Baptist, his wife and children were Wesleyan Methodists, Deborah Martin & her children were Closed Communion Baptists. Deborah's marital status was not recorded, she was not able to read or write. She was recorded as "A Parish Charge", which probably means that she was not able to care for herself and children, and the parish had taken on the responsibility of caring for her.1
1871 Census of Canada, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira Smith, their children Elenora/Leanora, Edgar, Cassie, Avery, Ada and Minnie. There was also a likely unrelated Deborah Martin and her two children.
WitnessEdgar Cannon was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 46) were his wife Elmira (age 48), their children Edgar (age 19), Avery (age 14), Ada (age 12), Minnie (age 10), Maud (age 8) and Cassie (age 17). Otis and Edgar were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.3
1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their children Edgar, Avery, Ada, Minnie, Paulina Maud & Cassie.
WitnessEdgar Cannon was enumerated on the census on 9 April 1891 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 56) were his wife Elmira (age 59), their children Edgar (age 29), Avery (age 24) and Minnie (age 21). Otis was a farmer; no occupations were recorded for Edgar or Avery. The family religion was Baptist.4
1891 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their children Edgar, Avery and Minnie.
WitnessEdgar Cannon was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 66) were his wife Elmira (age 69), their children Edgar (age 39) and Avery (age 34). Otis was a farmer, Edgar was an Agent and Avery was a Master Mariner. The family religion was Baptist. They lived on the property adjacent to Fletcher Cannon, son of Mariner, nephew of Otis.2
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their sons Edgar and Avery.
DeathEdgar Cannon died on 17 June 1919.
BurialHe was buried in Bay View Cemetery, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.

Citations

  1. [S8305] 1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #107, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C-10394, page 31. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8325] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #14, of Otis Cannon Jr., 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8323] 1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #142, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13177, page 32. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S8324] 1891 Canada Census, Parish of Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #16, of Otis Cannon Jr., 9 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6297, page 4. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Cassie Cannon1

F, #103453, b. 14 January 1864

Parents

FatherOtis Cannon, Jr. b. 6 July 1834, d. 28 November 1915
MotherAlmira Smith b. 10 October 1832, d. 28 November 1912
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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NameCassie Cannon was also known as Cassie Pearson.2
BirthShe was born on 14 January 1864, in New BrunswickG.1,3
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis Jr. (age 36) were his wife Elmira (age 39), their children Elenora/Leanora (age 13), Edgar (age 9), Cassie (age 7), Avery (age 4), Ada (age 2) & Minnie (age 1), and a likely unrelated Deborah Martin (age 31) and her two children, John (age 1) and Esther (age 1). Otis was a farmer. He was Closed Communion Baptist, his wife and children were Wesleyan Methodists, Deborah Martin & her children were Closed Communion Baptists. Deborah's marital status was not recorded, she was not able to read or write. She was recorded as "A Parish Charge", which probably means that she was not able to care for herself and children, and the parish had taken on the responsibility of caring for her.1
1871 Census of Canada, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira Smith, their children Elenora/Leanora, Edgar, Cassie, Avery, Ada and Minnie. There was also a likely unrelated Deborah Martin and her two children.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 46) were his wife Elmira (age 48), their children Edgar (age 19), Avery (age 14), Ada (age 12), Minnie (age 10), Maud (age 8) and Cassie (age 17). Otis and Edgar were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.4
1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their children Edgar, Avery, Ada, Minnie, Paulina Maud & Cassie.
MarriageShe married Thomas Mark Pearson.2
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 14 April 1891 in the household of Thomas Mark Pearson in Hopewell, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Mark (age 34) were his wife Cassie Cannon (age 27), their daughter Minnie (age 1). Mark was a farmer. The family religion was Baptist.5
1891 Canada Census, Hopewell, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Mark Pearson, his wife Cassie Cannon, their daughter Minnie.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 4 April 1901 in the household of Thomas Mark Pearson in Hopewell, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Mark (age 44) were his wife Cassie Cannon (age 37), their children Minnie (age 11), Leslie (age 9), Mary (age 4), Cassie (age 2) and Thomas (age 1). Mark was a farmer. The family religion was Baptist.3
1901 Canada Census, Hopewell, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Mark Pearson, his wife Cassie Cannon, their children Minnie, Leslie, Mary, Cassie and Thomas.

Children with Thomas Mark Pearson b. 17 February 1857

DaughterMuriel Almira Pearson b. 7 September 1889
SonLeslie Mark Pearson b. 28 July 1891
DaughterMary Ella Pearson b. 5 February 1897
DaughterCassie Evelyn Pearson b. 6 October 1898
SonThomas Edgar Pearson b. 6 March 1900

Citations

  1. [S8305] 1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #107, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C-10394, page 31. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8339] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Thomas Edgar Pearson, 12 February 1941, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18901, Code 1900-801586.
  3. [S8343] 1901 Canada Census, Hopewell, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #13, of Thomas Mark Pearson, 4 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S8323] 1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #142, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13177, page 32. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  5. [S8344] 1891 Canada Census, Hopewell, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #50, of Thomas Mark Pearson, 14 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6297, page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Avery C. Cannon1,2

M, #103454, b. 25 September 1866

Parents

FatherOtis Cannon, Jr. b. 6 July 1834, d. 28 November 1915
MotherAlmira Smith b. 10 October 1832, d. 28 November 1912
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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BirthAvery C. Cannon was born on 25 September 1866, in New BrunswickG.1,3
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis Jr. (age 36) were his wife Elmira (age 39), their children Elenora/Leanora (age 13), Edgar (age 9), Cassie (age 7), Avery (age 4), Ada (age 2) & Minnie (age 1), and a likely unrelated Deborah Martin (age 31) and her two children, John (age 1) and Esther (age 1). Otis was a farmer. He was Closed Communion Baptist, his wife and children were Wesleyan Methodists, Deborah Martin & her children were Closed Communion Baptists. Deborah's marital status was not recorded, she was not able to read or write. She was recorded as "A Parish Charge", which probably means that she was not able to care for herself and children, and the parish had taken on the responsibility of caring for her.1
1871 Census of Canada, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira Smith, their children Elenora/Leanora, Edgar, Cassie, Avery, Ada and Minnie. There was also a likely unrelated Deborah Martin and her two children.
WitnessAvery C. Cannon was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 46) were his wife Elmira (age 48), their children Edgar (age 19), Avery (age 14), Ada (age 12), Minnie (age 10), Maud (age 8) and Cassie (age 17). Otis and Edgar were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.4
1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their children Edgar, Avery, Ada, Minnie, Paulina Maud & Cassie.
WitnessAvery C. Cannon was enumerated on the census on 9 April 1891 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 56) were his wife Elmira (age 59), their children Edgar (age 29), Avery (age 24) and Minnie (age 21). Otis was a farmer; no occupations were recorded for Edgar or Avery. The family religion was Baptist.2
1891 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their children Edgar, Avery and Minnie.
WitnessAvery C. Cannon was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 66) were his wife Elmira (age 69), their children Edgar (age 39) and Avery (age 34). Otis was a farmer, Edgar was an Agent and Avery was a Master Mariner. The family religion was Baptist. They lived on the property adjacent to Fletcher Cannon, son of Mariner, nephew of Otis.3
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their sons Edgar and Avery.

Citations

  1. [S8305] 1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #107, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C-10394, page 31. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8324] 1891 Canada Census, Parish of Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #16, of Otis Cannon Jr., 9 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6297, page 4. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8325] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #14, of Otis Cannon Jr., 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S8323] 1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #142, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13177, page 32. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Ada E. Cannon1

F, #103455, b. About 1869

Parents

FatherOtis Cannon, Jr. b. 6 July 1834, d. 28 November 1915
MotherAlmira Smith b. 10 October 1832, d. 28 November 1912
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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BirthAda E. Cannon was born About 1869, in New BrunswickG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis Jr. (age 36) were his wife Elmira (age 39), their children Elenora/Leanora (age 13), Edgar (age 9), Cassie (age 7), Avery (age 4), Ada (age 2) & Minnie (age 1), and a likely unrelated Deborah Martin (age 31) and her two children, John (age 1) and Esther (age 1). Otis was a farmer. He was Closed Communion Baptist, his wife and children were Wesleyan Methodists, Deborah Martin & her children were Closed Communion Baptists. Deborah's marital status was not recorded, she was not able to read or write. She was recorded as "A Parish Charge", which probably means that she was not able to care for herself and children, and the parish had taken on the responsibility of caring for her.1
1871 Census of Canada, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira Smith, their children Elenora/Leanora, Edgar, Cassie, Avery, Ada and Minnie. There was also a likely unrelated Deborah Martin and her two children.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Otis Cannon, Jr., in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Otis (age 46) were his wife Elmira (age 48), their children Edgar (age 19), Avery (age 14), Ada (age 12), Minnie (age 10), Maud (age 8) and Cassie (age 17). Otis and Edgar were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.2
1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Otis Cannon Jr., his wife Elmira, their children Edgar, Avery, Ada, Minnie, Paulina Maud & Cassie.

Citations

  1. [S8305] 1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #107, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C-10394, page 31. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8323] 1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #142, of Otis Cannon Jr., 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13177, page 32. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Lavinia D. Huntley1,2

F, #103457, b. 7 November 1841, d. 26 April 1906
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NameLavinia D. Huntley was also known as Lavinia D. Cannon.1
BirthShe was born on 7 November 1841, in Machias, Washington County, Maine, USAG.1,3,2
ImmigrationShe immigrated to New BrunswickG in 1863.3
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Chandler Cannon in Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Chandler (age 31) was his wife Lavinia (age 30). Chandler was a farmer. They were both Closed Communion Baptists. In this census they declared themselves to be married, which brings into question the year of their marriage as shown on a public tree on Ancestry.ca, 2 years later.4
1871 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Chandler Cannon, his wife Lavinia.
MarriageShe married Chandler Cannon son of William Cannon and Ruxby Ann Copp, on 16 May 1873 in Coverdale Parish, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.4,1,2
WitnessLavinia D. Huntley was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of William Cannon in Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with William (age 68), now widowed, were his son Chandler (age 41) and his wife Lavinia (age 39). William and Chandler were farmers. The family religion was Baptist.5
1881 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of widowed William Cannon, his son Chandler and his wife Lavinia.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 10 April 1891 in the household of Chandler Cannon in Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Chandler (age 48) were his wife Lavinia (age 47), their children Charles (age 7) and Stella (age 1). Chandler was a farmer. The family religion was Baptist.1
1891 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Chandler Cannon, his wife Lavinia, their children Charles and Stella.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 3 April 1901 in the household of Chandler Cannon in Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Chandler (age 60) were his wife Lavinia (age 59), their son Charles (age 17), and an unrelated lodger, Calvin Reid (age 72). Chandler was a farmer, Charles a farmer's son. The family religion was Baptist.3
1901 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Chandler Cannon, his wife Lavinia, their son Charles, and an unrelated lodger.
DeathShe died on 26 April 1906 in Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2

Children with Chandler Cannon b. 22 April 1840, d. 25 May 1913

SonCharles Cannon b. 9 September 1883
DaughterStella M. Cannon b. About 1890

Citations

  1. [S8306] 1891 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #53 of Chandler Cannon, 10 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6297, page 13. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8308] Ancestry.com - Public Tree - Lavinia D. Huntley, online http://trees.ancestry.ca/tree/7647559/person/-1059939383. Hereinafter cited as Ancestry.com - Public Tree - Lavinia D. Huntley.
  3. [S8307] 1901 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #2 of Chandler Cannon, 3 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 1. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S8314] 1871 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #61, of Chandler Cannon, 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_10394, page 19. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  5. [S8309] 1881 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #39 of William Cannon, 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13177, page 10. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Charles Cannon1

M, #103458, b. 9 September 1883

Parents

FatherChandler Cannon b. 22 April 1840, d. 25 May 1913
MotherLavinia D. Huntley b. 7 November 1841, d. 26 April 1906
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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BirthCharles Cannon was born on 9 September 1883, in New Brunswick, CanadaG.1,2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 10 April 1891 in the household of Chandler Cannon in Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Chandler (age 48) were his wife Lavinia (age 47), their children Charles (age 7) and Stella (age 1). Chandler was a farmer. The family religion was Baptist.1
1891 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Chandler Cannon, his wife Lavinia, their children Charles and Stella.
WitnessCharles Cannon was enumerated on the census on 3 April 1901 in the household of Chandler Cannon in Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Chandler (age 60) were his wife Lavinia (age 59), their son Charles (age 17), and an unrelated lodger, Calvin Reid (age 72). Chandler was a farmer, Charles a farmer's son. The family religion was Baptist.2
1901 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Chandler Cannon, his wife Lavinia, their son Charles, and an unrelated lodger.

Citations

  1. [S8306] 1891 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #53 of Chandler Cannon, 10 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6297, page 13. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8307] 1901 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #2 of Chandler Cannon, 3 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 1. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Stella M. Cannon1

F, #103459, b. About 1890

Parents

FatherChandler Cannon b. 22 April 1840, d. 25 May 1913
MotherLavinia D. Huntley b. 7 November 1841, d. 26 April 1906
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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BirthStella M. Cannon was born About 1890, in New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 10 April 1891 in the household of Chandler Cannon in Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Chandler (age 48) were his wife Lavinia (age 47), their children Charles (age 7) and Stella (age 1). Chandler was a farmer. The family religion was Baptist.1
1891 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Chandler Cannon, his wife Lavinia, their children Charles and Stella.

Citations

  1. [S8306] 1891 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #53 of Chandler Cannon, 10 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6297, page 13. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Melinda Dunham1

F, #103460, b. About 1862
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NameMelinda Dunham was also known as Melinda Smith.2
NameShe was also known as Melinda Cannon.2
BirthShe was born About 1862, in Buctouche, Kent County, New BrunswickG.2
MarriageShe married first Charles Smith on 22 December 1903 in Buctouche, Kent County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, they were married by publication of banns.1
MarriageShe married second Chandler Cannon son of William Cannon and Ruxby Ann Copp, on 20 February 1907 in Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, they were married by license. Chandler was 65 years of age, widowed, a farmer, Baptist, living in Harvey, Albert County. Melinda was 45 years of age, a widow, Baptist, living in Kent County.2

Partner with Charles Smith d. Before 1907

Partner with Chandler Cannon b. 22 April 1840, d. 25 May 1913

Citations

  1. [S8311] Charles Smith & Melinda Dunham, (22 December 1903), Marriage Certificate, Kent County, New Brunswick, PANB microfilm F15908, Code B4/1903, Number 3111. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Registration.
  2. [S8310] Chandler Cannon & Melinda Smith, (20 February 1907), Marriage Registration, Albert County, New Brunswick, PANB microfilm F15925, Code B4/1907, Number 1362. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Registration.

Charles Smith1

M, #103461, d. Before 1907
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MarriageCharles Smith married Melinda Dunham on 22 December 1903 in Buctouche, Kent County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
DeathHe died Before 1907. Melinda was a widow when she married again four years after her marriage to Charles.2

Partner with Melinda Dunham b. About 1862

Citations

  1. [S8311] Charles Smith & Melinda Dunham, (22 December 1903), Marriage Certificate, Kent County, New Brunswick, PANB microfilm F15908, Code B4/1903, Number 3111. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Registration.
  2. [S8310] Chandler Cannon & Melinda Smith, (20 February 1907), Marriage Registration, Albert County, New Brunswick, PANB microfilm F15925, Code B4/1907, Number 1362. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Registration.

Ruxby Cannon1

F, #103462, b. About 1852

Parents

FatherWilliam Cannon b. 1812, d. 27 October 1887
MotherRuxby Ann Copp b. About 1815, d. Before 1881
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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BirthRuxby Cannon was born About 1852, in New BrunswickG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1861 in the household of William Cannon in Hillsborough, Albert County, New BrunswickG. included in the household with William (age 49) were his wife Ruxby (age 47), their children Chandler (age 21), Ruxby (age 10), Mary Ann (age 19) and Clarissa (age 5). William was a farmer. The family religion was Baptist.1
1861 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of William Cannon, his wife Ruxby, their children Chandler, Ruxby, Mary Ann and Clarissa.

Citations

  1. [S8312] 1861 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household of William Cannon, 1861, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_999, page 75, number 1013. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Clarissa Cannon1

F, #103463, b. About 1856

Parents

FatherWilliam Cannon b. 1812, d. 27 October 1887
MotherRuxby Ann Copp b. About 1815, d. Before 1881
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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BirthClarissa Cannon was born About 1856, in New BrunswickG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1861 in the household of William Cannon in Hillsborough, Albert County, New BrunswickG. included in the household with William (age 49) were his wife Ruxby (age 47), their children Chandler (age 21), Ruxby (age 10), Mary Ann (age 19) and Clarissa (age 5). William was a farmer. The family religion was Baptist.1
1861 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of William Cannon, his wife Ruxby, their children Chandler, Ruxby, Mary Ann and Clarissa.

Citations

  1. [S8312] 1861 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household of William Cannon, 1861, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_999, page 75, number 1013. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Almira Cannon1

F, #103464, b. About 1855

Parents

FatherWilliam Cannon b. 1812, d. 27 October 1887
MotherRuxby Ann Copp b. About 1815, d. Before 1881
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameAlmira Cannon was also known as Almira Fullerton.2
BirthShe was born About 1855, in Caledonia, Albert County, New BrunswickG.1,3
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of William Cannon in Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with William (age 59) were his wife Ruxby (age 56) and daughter Almira (age 16). William was a farmer. The family religion was Closed Communion Baptist. They were enumerated next to their son Chandler and his wife Lavinia. Two enumerations earlier there was an unknown 6 year old George Cannon, in the household of Henry Collins and his family.1
1871 Canada Census, Parish of Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of William Cannon, his wife Ruxby, their daughter Almira.
MarriageShe married John E. Fullerton son of Alexander Fullerton and Martha, on 1 January 1877, "Married by Rev. James Irving, New Year's Day, John E. Fullerton, Harvey (Albert County) & Miss Almira Cannon, Hillsborough."2
WitnessAlmira Cannon was enumerated on the census in May 1881 in the household of Alexander Fullerton in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Alexander (age 70) were his wife Martha (age 74), their son John (age 36), his wife Almira Cannon (age 27), their children William (age 3) and Annie (age 11 months). Alexander and John were farmers. Alexander, Martha & John were Methodists, Almira and the children were Baptists.4
1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Alexander Fullerton, his wife Martha, their son John, his wife Almira Cannon, their children William and Annie.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 23 April 1891 in the household of John E. Fullerton in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with John (age 42) were his wife Almira Cannon (age 32), their children William (age 13), Annie (age 11), Martha (age 7) and Howard (age 1). John was a farmer. John was Methodist, Almira and the children were Baptists.5
1891 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of John E. Fullerton, his wife Amira, their children William, Annie, Martha and Howard.

Children with John E. Fullerton b. About 1845

SonWilliam Fullerton b. 2 February 1878
DaughterAnnie Maud Fullerton+ b. 24 April 1880, d. 23 January 1926
DaughterMartha E. Fullerton b. 28 August 1884
SonHoward Fullerton b. 15 November 1889
SonJohn H. Fullerton b. 28 May 1895

Citations

  1. [S8313] 1871 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #60, of William Cannon, 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_10394, page 19. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8385] Married - John E. Fullerton & Almira Cannon, Chignecto Post, Sackville, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, 1 February 1877, Daniel Johnson's New Brunswick Vital Statistics, Volume 42, Number 2229. Hereinafter cited as Chignecto Post.
  3. [S8398] Annie Maud (Fullerton) Berryman entry, Certificate of Registration of Death, PANB microfilm F18797, Volume 1, Registration 1818, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. Hereinafter cited as Death Certificate.
  4. [S8386] 1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, Household #60, of Alexander Fullerton, 1881, Microfilm, LAC Roll C_13177, page 15. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  5. [S8387] 1891 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, Household #121, of John E. Fullerton, 23 April 1891, Microfilm, LAC Roll T-6297, page 24. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

George Cannon1

M, #103465, b. About 1865
Last Edited 12 June 2024 17:48:43
BirthGeorge Cannon was born About 1865, in New BrunswickG.1
CensusHe was head of the household in the census in 1871 in Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. George was 6 years old, in the household of Henry A. Collins, his wife Ruxby and their son Chandler.1

Citations

  1. [S8315] 1871 Canada Census, Hillsborough, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #58, of Henry A. Collins, 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_10394, page 19. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

George Edward Canning1

M, #103466, b. 1856
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:29:03
NameGeorge Edward Canning was also known as George Cannon.2
BirthHe was born in 1856, in Prince Edward IslandG. on the Late Registration of Births for his three children, some 66 years after the fact, his brother-in-law declared that George was born in Shediac, New Brunswick.2
MarriageHe married Charlotte Atkinson.2
OccupationHe was a blacksmith in 1881 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2

Children with Charlotte Atkinson b. 1858

DaughterMary Ann Canning b. 17 October 1880
DaughterBessie Ethel Cannon b. 25 March 1882
DaughterEva Lillian Cannon b. 31 January 1884

Citations

  1. [S8318] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Mary Ann Cannon, 3 February 1945, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18767, Code 1880-C-22.
  2. [S8316] 1881 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, household #140, of George Cannon, 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13184, page 26. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Charlotte Atkinson1,2

F, #103467, b. 1858
Last Edited 12 June 2024 17:48:43
NameCharlotte Atkinson was also known as Charlotte Cannon.1
BirthShe was born in 1858, in New BrunswickG.1
MarriageShe married George Edward Canning.1

Children with George Edward Canning b. 1856

DaughterMary Ann Canning b. 17 October 1880
DaughterBessie Ethel Cannon b. 25 March 1882
DaughterEva Lillian Cannon b. 31 January 1884

Citations

  1. [S8316] 1881 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, household #140, of George Cannon, 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13184, page 26. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8318] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Mary Ann Cannon, 3 February 1945, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18767, Code 1880-C-22.

Mary Ann Canning1

F, #103468, b. 17 October 1880

Parents

FatherGeorge Edward Canning b. 1856
MotherCharlotte Atkinson b. 1858
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameMary Ann Canning was also known as Mary Cannon.2
BirthShe was born on 17 October 1880, in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. the informant for her Late Registration of Birth was her uncle, Wilfred Washington Atkinson, of Calhoun, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, dated 3 February, 1945, at Moncton.1

Citations

  1. [S8318] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Mary Ann Cannon, 3 February 1945, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18767, Code 1880-C-22.
  2. [S8316] 1881 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, household #140, of George Cannon, 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13184, page 26. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Eva Lillian Cannon1

F, #103469, b. 31 January 1884

Parents

FatherGeorge Edward Canning b. 1856
MotherCharlotte Atkinson b. 1858
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameEva Lillian Cannon was also known as Eva Lillian Canning.1
BirthShe was born on 31 January 1884, in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1

Citations

  1. [S8319] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Eva Lillian Cannon, 10 February 1947, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18771, Code 1884-C-29.

Bessie Ethel Cannon1

F, #103470, b. 25 March 1882

Parents

FatherGeorge Edward Canning b. 1856
MotherCharlotte Atkinson b. 1858
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameBessie Ethel Cannon was also known as Bessie Ethel Canning.1
BirthShe was born on 25 March 1882, in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1

Citations

  1. [S8320] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Eva Lillian Cannon, 18 February 1947, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18769, Code 1882-C-31.

Edith Hannah Cannon1,2

F, #103471, b. About 1863, d. 20 November 1887

Parents

FatherMariner Cannon b. 29 April 1822, d. 23 February 1914
MotherElizabeth Travis Smith b. 12 July 1826, d. Between April 1901 and May 1910
Relationships2nd cousin 4 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 12 June 2024 17:48:43
NameEdith Hannah Cannon was also known as Hannah Cannon.1
NameShe was also known as Edith Cannon.2
BirthShe was born About 1863, in New BrunswickG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Mariner Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Mariner (age 48) were his wife Eliza (age 44), their children Fletcher (age 14), Annie (age 12), Hannah (age 8), Cecelia (age 3) & Lucy (age 2), and Ann (age 66), widow and second wife of Mariner's father Otis Cannon Sr. Mariner was a farmer. The family religion was Wesleyan Methodist.1
1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Mariner Cannon, his wife Eliza, their children Fletcher, Annie, Hannah, Cecelia & Lucy, and Ann, second wife to Mariner's father Otis Cannon Sr..
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Mariner Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Mariner (age 59) were his wife Eliza (age 55), their children Fletcher (age 24), Annie (age 22), Edith Hannah (age 18), inez Cecelia (age 13) & Lucy (age 12). Mariner & Fletcher were farmers. Annie was a dress maker. The family religion was Methodist.2
1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Mariner Cannon, his wife Eliza, their children Fletcher, Annie, Edith Hannah, Inez Cecelia & Lucy.
DeathShe died on 20 November 1887 in New Horton, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Obituary: "Died New Horton (Albert Co.) 20 ult., Edith Cannon, daughter of Mariner Cannon, age 25."3
BurialShe was buried in Bay View Cemetery, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.

Citations

  1. [S8321] 1871 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #108, of Mariner Cannon, 1871, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_10394, page 32. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8322] 1881 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #143, of Mariner Cannon, 1881, digital copy of original image, LAC Film C_13177, page 32. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8326] Death - Edith Cannon, Chignecto Post, Sackville, New Brunswick, 1 December 1887, Daniel Johnson's New Brunswick Newspaper Vital Statistics, Vol. 68, Number 3125. Hereinafter cited as Chignecto Post.

Dorcas Ann Harriet McDonald1

F, #103472, b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947

Parents

FatherRobert H. McDonald b. 15 December 1833, d. 2 March 1924
MotherGrace
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:56:07
NameDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald was also known as Dorcas Ann Harriet Cannon.2
NameShe was also known as Dorcas McDonald.3,2
BirthShe was born on 24 May 1858, in Prince Edward IslandG.1
Alt-Birth DateAn alternate recorded birth date is on 1 May 1857 in Prince Edward IslandG.4,5
BaptismShe was baptized on 2 August 1860 in the United Church, O'Leary, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.1
MarriageShe married Fletcher Bert Cannon son of Mariner Cannon and Elizabeth Travis Smith, on 27 November 1888, in Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Fletcher was a bachelor, living in Harvey, New Brunswick. Dorcas was a spinster, living in St. Eleanors, Prince Edward Island. The officiating clergyman was George C. Palmer.2,6,3
WitnessDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald was enumerated on the census on 8 April 1891 in the household of Mariner Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Mariner (age 69) were his wife Eliza (age 64), their children Inez (age 23), Lucy (age 22) & Fletcher (age 34) and Fletcher's wife Dorcas McDonald (age 32). Mariner and Fletcher were farmers, Inez a cook. The family religion was Methodist.4
1891 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Mariner Cannon, his wife Eliza, their children Inez, Lucy, Fletcher and Fletcher's wife Dorcas MacDonald.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 44) were his wife Dorcas (age 43), their children Robert (age 9), Edith (age 7), Rollin (age 5), Aldran (age 3) & George (age 1), and Fletcher's parents Mariner Cannon (age 78) & Eliza Smith (age 74). Fletcher and Mariner were farmers. The family religion was Methodist.5
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas MacDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran & George, and Fletcher's parents, Mariner Cannon & Eliza Smith.
ImmigrationShe immigrated to Massachusetts, USAG, in 1902. Dorcas immigrated one year later than her husband, along with all of their New Brunswick born children, and Fletcher's father.7
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 4 May 1910 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 53) were his wife Dorcas (age 51), their children Robert (age 18), Edith (age 16), Rollin (age 14), Aldran (age 12), George (age 10), Elizabeth (age 6), and Fletcherwidowed father Mariner Cannon (age 87). Fletcher was a general farmer.7
1910 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran, George, Elizabeth and Fletcher's widowed father Mariner Cannon.
Principal 2She was naturalized in 1911.8
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 7 February 1920 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Westminster, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 63) were his wife Dorcas (age 62) and daughter Elizabeth (age 15). Fletcher was a packer in a chair shop.8
1920 US Census, Westminster, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their daughter Elizabeth.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 18 April 1940 in the household of Merrill H. Wheeler in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Merrill (age 49) were his wife Edith Cannon (age 46), their children Grace (age 25) and Rollin (age 19), Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon (age 81) and Edith's brother George Cannon (age 40). Merrill was a bus driver for the public school, Grace was a public school teacher and George was a labourer.9
1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Merrill Wheeler, his wife Edith (Cannon), their children Grace & Rollin, Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon and Edith's brother George.
DeathShe died in 1947.10
InterredShe was buried in the plot of Fletcher Bert Cannon, in Rutland Rural Cemetery, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG.

Inscription: CANNON / 1857 Fletcher B. 1932 / 1858 Dorcas His Wife 1947 / Their Son / 1898 George F. 1956.10

Tombstone, Fletcher B. Cannon (1856-1932), his wife Dorcas McDonald (1858-1947), their son George Cannon (1899-1956). Photo courtesy of findagrave.com.

Children with Fletcher Bert Cannon b. 9 February 1856, d. 17 April 1932

SonRobert Hamilton Cannon b. 30 April 1891, d. 15 September 1988
DaughterEdith G. Cannon+ b. 5 September 1893
SonRollin Mariner Cannon b. 27 January 1896, d. 8 June 1918
SonAldran A. Cannon b. 25 September 1897
SonGeorge F. Cannon b. 19 December 1899, d. 1956
DaughterElizabeth A. Cannon b. About 1904

Citations

  1. [S8331] Baptism Record, on-line transcription, United Church records, O'Leary, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Book Number 1, Page 27, (2 August 1860). Hereinafter cited as Baptism.
  2. [S8327] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Robert Hamilton Cannon, 8 October 1941, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18780, Code 1891-C-23.
  3. [S9161] Fletcher Cannon & Dorcas McDonald, (27 November 1888), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office (PEI), RG19, Series 3, Subseries 4 Marriage Licenses, 1888. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
  4. [S8328] 1891 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #15, of Mariner Cannon, 8 April 1891, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6297, page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  5. [S8329] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #15, of Fletcher Cannon, 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  6. [S8338] 1930 US Census, Lakewood, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, household #633, of Robert Phillip, 21 April 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film 1786, page 23A, FHL microfilm 2341520. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  7. [S8332] 1910 Canada Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #94, of Fletcher Cannon, 4 May 1910, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T624_629, page 11B, FHL film 1374642. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  8. [S8334] 1920 US Census, Westminster, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #322, of Fletcher Cannon, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T625_749, page 13A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  9. [S8336] 1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #89, of Merrill H. Wheeler, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T627_1653, page 5A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  10. [S17494] Burial Record, Rutland Rural Cemetery, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USA, findagrave memorial #125619972. Hereinafter cited as Burial Record, Rutland Rural Cemetery.

Robert Hamilton Cannon1

M, #103473, b. 30 April 1891, d. 15 September 1988

Parents

FatherFletcher Bert Cannon b. 9 February 1856, d. 17 April 1932
MotherDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameRobert Hamilton Cannon was also known as Robert Cannon.2
BirthHe was born on 30 April 1891, in New Horton, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. the informant for this Late Registration of Birth was his mother, dated 8 October 1941, at Gardner, Worcester County, Massachusetts.1
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 44) were his wife Dorcas (age 43), their children Robert (age 9), Edith (age 7), Rollin (age 5), Aldran (age 3) & George (age 1), and Fletcher's parents Mariner Cannon (age 78) & Eliza Smith (age 74). Fletcher and Mariner were farmers. The family religion was Methodist.2
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas MacDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran & George, and Fletcher's parents, Mariner Cannon & Eliza Smith.
WitnessRobert Hamilton Cannon immigrated with Dorcas Ann Harriet McDonald to Massachusetts, USAG, in 1902.3
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 4 May 1910 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 53) were his wife Dorcas (age 51), their children Robert (age 18), Edith (age 16), Rollin (age 14), Aldran (age 12), George (age 10), Elizabeth (age 6), and Fletcherwidowed father Mariner Cannon (age 87). Fletcher was a general farmer.3
1910 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran, George, Elizabeth and Fletcher's widowed father Mariner Cannon.
Milit-BegRobert Hamilton Cannon began military service on 5 June 1917 in Worcester, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG; Robert's occupation was recorded as "Correspondence Clerk". He was single, living at 21 John St. in Worcester, Massachusetts.4
World War I US Draft Card, 5 June 1917, for Robert H. Cannon.
MarriageHe married Katherine in 1921.5
DeathHe died on 15 September 1988 in Holden, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG.6

Partner with Katherine b. About 1894

Citations

  1. [S8327] New Brunswick Provincial Returns of Births and Late Registrations, 1810-1906, Robert Hamilton Cannon, 8 October 1941, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada. PANB microfilm F18780, Code 1891-C-23.
  2. [S8329] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #15, of Fletcher Cannon, 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8332] 1910 Canada Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #94, of Fletcher Cannon, 4 May 1910, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T624_629, page 11B, FHL film 1374642. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S8355] "World War I Draft Card", Roll #1674506, Draft Board 5; Ancestry (Canada), http://www.ancestry.ca. Hereinafter cited as "World War I Draft Card".
  5. [S8356] 1930 US Census, Lakewood, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, household #134, of Robert H. Cannon, 5 April 1930, digital copy of original image, NARA Film 1786, page 5A, FHL Film 2341520. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington,, D.C., U.S.A.
  6. [S8357] Massachusetts Death Index 1970-2003, Robert H. Cannon entry. Certificate Number 048952.Church of Latter Day Saints, www.familysearch.org, Salt Lake City,, Utah, U.S.A. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts Death Index.

Edith G. Cannon1,2

F, #103474, b. 5 September 1893

Parents

FatherFletcher Bert Cannon b. 9 February 1856, d. 17 April 1932
MotherDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 12 June 2024 17:48:43
NameEdith G. Cannon was also known as Edith G. Wheeler.3
BirthShe was born on 5 September 1893, in New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 44) were his wife Dorcas (age 43), their children Robert (age 9), Edith (age 7), Rollin (age 5), Aldran (age 3) & George (age 1), and Fletcher's parents Mariner Cannon (age 78) & Eliza Smith (age 74). Fletcher and Mariner were farmers. The family religion was Methodist.1
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas MacDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran & George, and Fletcher's parents, Mariner Cannon & Eliza Smith.
WitnessShe immigrated with Dorcas Ann Harriet McDonald to Massachusetts, USAG, in 1902.2
WitnessEdith G. Cannon was enumerated on the census on 4 May 1910 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 53) were his wife Dorcas (age 51), their children Robert (age 18), Edith (age 16), Rollin (age 14), Aldran (age 12), George (age 10), Elizabeth (age 6), and Fletcherwidowed father Mariner Cannon (age 87). Fletcher was a general farmer.2
1910 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran, George, Elizabeth and Fletcher's widowed father Mariner Cannon.
MarriageShe married Merrill H. Wheeler son of Walter A. Wheeler and Mary A. Wedge, on 18 September 1913, in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. Merrill was 22 years old, a bachelor, farmer, living in Rutland. Edith was 20 years old, a spinster, "at home", living in Rutland.3
Marriage Record, Merrill H. Wheeler and Edith G. Cannon, 18 September 1913, recorded 1 October 1913.
WitnessEdith G. Cannon was enumerated on the census on 18 April 1940 in the household of Merrill H. Wheeler in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Merrill (age 49) were his wife Edith Cannon (age 46), their children Grace (age 25) and Rollin (age 19), Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon (age 81) and Edith's brother George Cannon (age 40). Merrill was a bus driver for the public school, Grace was a public school teacher and George was a labourer.4
1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Merrill Wheeler, his wife Edith (Cannon), their children Grace & Rollin, Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon and Edith's brother George.

Children with Merrill H. Wheeler b. About 1891

DaughterGrace Wheeler b. About 1915
SonRollin Wheeler b. 15 June 1920, d. 12 September 1990

Citations

  1. [S8329] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #15, of Fletcher Cannon, 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8332] 1910 Canada Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #94, of Fletcher Cannon, 4 May 1910, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T624_629, page 11B, FHL film 1374642. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8335] Merrill H. Wheeler & Edith G. Cannon, (18 September 1913), Massachusetts Marriages 1841-1915, Certificate Number 8291, GS Film Number 2409946, Digital Folder Number 4329371 Image Number 00536. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts Marriages.
  4. [S8336] 1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #89, of Merrill H. Wheeler, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T627_1653, page 5A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Rollin Mariner Cannon1

M, #103475, b. 27 January 1896, d. 8 June 1918
Rollin Mariner Cannon (1896-1918). Photo courtesy of findagrave.com.

Parents

FatherFletcher Bert Cannon b. 9 February 1856, d. 17 April 1932
MotherDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameRollin Mariner Cannon was also known as Rollin M. Cannon.2,3
BirthHe was born on 27 January 1896, in Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2,1
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 44) were his wife Dorcas (age 43), their children Robert (age 9), Edith (age 7), Rollin (age 5), Aldran (age 3) & George (age 1), and Fletcher's parents Mariner Cannon (age 78) & Eliza Smith (age 74). Fletcher and Mariner were farmers. The family religion was Methodist.2
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas MacDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran & George, and Fletcher's parents, Mariner Cannon & Eliza Smith.
WitnessRollin Mariner Cannon immigrated with Dorcas Ann Harriet McDonald to Massachusetts, USAG, in 1902.3
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 4 May 1910 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 53) were his wife Dorcas (age 51), their children Robert (age 18), Edith (age 16), Rollin (age 14), Aldran (age 12), George (age 10), Elizabeth (age 6), and Fletcherwidowed father Mariner Cannon (age 87). Fletcher was a general farmer.3
1910 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran, George, Elizabeth and Fletcher's widowed father Mariner Cannon.
Milit-EnlistRollin Mariner Cannon enlisted on 21 April 1917 in Port Royal, Beaufort County, South Carolina, USAG, Rollin was assigned 18th Company, 5th Regiment, 2nd Division, U.S. Marines. He was sent overseas on 22 August 1917. He was wounded on 7 June 1918.1
DeathHe died on 8 June 1918, in FranceG . He died of wounds received in action during the World War I Battle of Belleau Wood, near the Marne River. He died of wounds received in action during the World War I Battle of Belleau Wood, near the Marne River.1
BurialHe was buried on 9 June 1918 in Meaux; Seine et Marne, FranceG. Grave #19, American Plot.4,5
ReburialHe was reburied on 16 December 1922 in Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, Belleau, FranceG.

Plot B, Row 9, Grave 45. Inscription: Rollin Mariner Cannon / Pvt. 5 Regt. U.S. M.C. 2 Div. / Massachusetts June 8, 1918

There is a memorial marker in Rutland Rural Cemetery, Worcester County, Massachusetts.6

War Dead Certificate, American Battle Monuments Commission.
Military Marker for Rollin Mariner Cannon. Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, Belleau, France. Photo courtesy of findagrave.

Citations

  1. [S17491] Edited by Eben Putnam, "Reprinted in part in Generations, the journal of the New Brunswick Genealogical Society, Volume 34, No. 4, Winter 2012. The Gold Star Record of Massachusetts - New Brunswick Connections," Report of the Commission on Massachusetts' Part in the World War, (Boston: published by The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 1929), Volume II, Page 647. Hereinafter cited as "Report of the Commission on Massachusetts' Part in the World War".
  2. [S8329] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #15, of Fletcher Cannon, 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8332] 1910 Canada Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #94, of Fletcher Cannon, 4 May 1910, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T624_629, page 11B, FHL film 1374642. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S17492] Rollin Marin Cannon, Burials in Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, Belleau, France: Arlington, Virginia). Hereinafter cited as Burials in Aisne-Marne American Cemetery.
  5. [S17493] U.S., Find a Grave Index, 1600s-Current, Record ID: 60525::80714497; Memorial ID: 125619362. Hereinafter cited as U.S., Find a Grave Index, 1600s-Current.
  6. [S17518] Cannon, Rollin Mariner, U.S. WWI Burial Cards, Transcriptions of Card Register of Burials of Deceased American Soldiers, 1917 - 1922, Conflict Period: World War I, Served for United States of America, Card ID: 110131 . Hereinafter cited as U.S. WWI Burial Cards.

Aldran A. Cannon1,2

M, #103476, b. 25 September 1897

Parents

FatherFletcher Bert Cannon b. 9 February 1856, d. 17 April 1932
MotherDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 12 June 2024 17:48:43
BirthAldran A. Cannon was born on 25 September 1897, in New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 44) were his wife Dorcas (age 43), their children Robert (age 9), Edith (age 7), Rollin (age 5), Aldran (age 3) & George (age 1), and Fletcher's parents Mariner Cannon (age 78) & Eliza Smith (age 74). Fletcher and Mariner were farmers. The family religion was Methodist.1
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas MacDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran & George, and Fletcher's parents, Mariner Cannon & Eliza Smith.
WitnessAldran A. Cannon immigrated with Dorcas Ann Harriet McDonald to Massachusetts, USAG, in 1902.2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 4 May 1910 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 53) were his wife Dorcas (age 51), their children Robert (age 18), Edith (age 16), Rollin (age 14), Aldran (age 12), George (age 10), Elizabeth (age 6), and Fletcherwidowed father Mariner Cannon (age 87). Fletcher was a general farmer.2
1910 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran, George, Elizabeth and Fletcher's widowed father Mariner Cannon.

Citations

  1. [S8329] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #15, of Fletcher Cannon, 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8332] 1910 Canada Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #94, of Fletcher Cannon, 4 May 1910, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T624_629, page 11B, FHL film 1374642. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

George F. Cannon1,2

M, #103477, b. 19 December 1899, d. 1956

Parents

FatherFletcher Bert Cannon b. 9 February 1856, d. 17 April 1932
MotherDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 12 June 2024 17:48:43
BirthGeorge F. Cannon was born on 19 December 1899, in New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 5 April 1901 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 44) were his wife Dorcas (age 43), their children Robert (age 9), Edith (age 7), Rollin (age 5), Aldran (age 3) & George (age 1), and Fletcher's parents Mariner Cannon (age 78) & Eliza Smith (age 74). Fletcher and Mariner were farmers. The family religion was Methodist.1
1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas MacDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran & George, and Fletcher's parents, Mariner Cannon & Eliza Smith.
WitnessGeorge F. Cannon immigrated with Dorcas Ann Harriet McDonald to Massachusetts, USAG, in 1902.2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 4 May 1910 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 53) were his wife Dorcas (age 51), their children Robert (age 18), Edith (age 16), Rollin (age 14), Aldran (age 12), George (age 10), Elizabeth (age 6), and Fletcherwidowed father Mariner Cannon (age 87). Fletcher was a general farmer.2
1910 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran, George, Elizabeth and Fletcher's widowed father Mariner Cannon.
WitnessGeorge F. Cannon was enumerated on the census on 18 April 1940 in the household of Merrill H. Wheeler in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Merrill (age 49) were his wife Edith Cannon (age 46), their children Grace (age 25) and Rollin (age 19), Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon (age 81) and Edith's brother George Cannon (age 40). Merrill was a bus driver for the public school, Grace was a public school teacher and George was a labourer.3
1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Merrill Wheeler, his wife Edith (Cannon), their children Grace & Rollin, Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon and Edith's brother George.
DeathGeorge F. Cannon died in 1956.4
InterredHe was buried in the plot of Fletcher Bert Cannon, in Rutland Rural Cemetery, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG.

Inscription: CANNON / 1857 Fletcher B. 1932 / 1858 Dorcas His Wife 1947 / Their Son / 1898 George F. 1956.4

Tombstone, Fletcher B. Cannon (1856-1932), his wife Dorcas McDonald (1858-1947), their son George Cannon (1899-1956). Photo courtesy of findagrave.com.

Citations

  1. [S8329] 1901 Canada Census, Harvey, Albert County, New Brunswick, household #15, of Fletcher Cannon, 5 April 1901, digital copy of original image, LAC Film T-6428 to T-6556, page 2. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8332] 1910 Canada Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #94, of Fletcher Cannon, 4 May 1910, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T624_629, page 11B, FHL film 1374642. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  3. [S8336] 1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #89, of Merrill H. Wheeler, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T627_1653, page 5A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  4. [S17494] Burial Record, Rutland Rural Cemetery, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USA, findagrave memorial #125619972. Hereinafter cited as Burial Record, Rutland Rural Cemetery.

Robert H. McDonald1,2

M, #103478, b. 15 December 1833, d. 2 March 1924
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthRobert H. McDonald was born on 15 December 1833, in Glasgow, ScotlandG.2
MarriageHe married Grace.1
DeathHe died on 2 March 1924 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2

Child with Grace

DaughterDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald+ b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947

Citations

  1. [S8331] Baptism Record, on-line transcription, United Church records, O'Leary, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Book Number 1, Page 27, (2 August 1860). Hereinafter cited as Baptism.
  2. [S8345] Mr. R. H. McDonald Has Passed Away, Summerside Journal, Summerside, page 1, col. 4. Hereinafter cited as the Journal.

Grace1

F, #103479
Last Edited 13 May 2013 00:00:00
NameGrace was also known as Grace McDonald.1
MarriageShe married Robert H. McDonald.1

Child with Robert H. McDonald b. 15 December 1833, d. 2 March 1924

DaughterDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald+ b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947

Citations

  1. [S8331] Baptism Record, on-line transcription, United Church records, O'Leary, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Book Number 1, Page 27, (2 August 1860). Hereinafter cited as Baptism.

Elizabeth A. Cannon1

F, #103480, b. About 1904

Parents

FatherFletcher Bert Cannon b. 9 February 1856, d. 17 April 1932
MotherDorcas Ann Harriet McDonald b. 24 May 1858, d. 1947
Relationships3rd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthElizabeth A. Cannon was born About 1904, in Massachusetts, USAG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 4 May 1910 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 53) were his wife Dorcas (age 51), their children Robert (age 18), Edith (age 16), Rollin (age 14), Aldran (age 12), George (age 10), Elizabeth (age 6), and Fletcherwidowed father Mariner Cannon (age 87). Fletcher was a general farmer.1
1910 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their children Robert, Edith, Rollin, Aldran, George, Elizabeth and Fletcher's widowed father Mariner Cannon.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 7 February 1920 in the household of Fletcher Bert Cannon in Westminster, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Fletcher (age 63) were his wife Dorcas (age 62) and daughter Elizabeth (age 15). Fletcher was a packer in a chair shop.2
1920 US Census, Westminster, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Fletcher Cannon, his wife Dorcas M(a)cDonald, their daughter Elizabeth.

Citations

  1. [S8332] 1910 Canada Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #94, of Fletcher Cannon, 4 May 1910, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T624_629, page 11B, FHL film 1374642. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8334] 1920 US Census, Westminster, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #322, of Fletcher Cannon, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T625_749, page 13A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Merrill H. Wheeler1

M, #103481, b. About 1891

Parents

Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthMerrill H. Wheeler was born About 1891, in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG.1
MarriageHe married Edith G. Cannon daughter of Fletcher Bert Cannon and Dorcas Ann Harriet McDonald, on 18 September 1913, in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. Merrill was 22 years old, a bachelor, farmer, living in Rutland. Edith was 20 years old, a spinster, "at home", living in Rutland.1
Marriage Record, Merrill H. Wheeler and Edith G. Cannon, 18 September 1913, recorded 1 October 1913.
CensusMerrill H. Wheeler was head of the household in the census on 18 April 1940 in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Merrill (age 49) were his wife Edith Cannon (age 46), their children Grace (age 25) and Rollin (age 19), Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon (age 81) and Edith's brother George Cannon (age 40). Merrill was a bus driver for the public school, Grace was a public school teacher and George was a labourer.2
1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Merrill Wheeler, his wife Edith (Cannon), their children Grace & Rollin, Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon and Edith's brother George.

Children with Edith G. Cannon b. 5 September 1893

DaughterGrace Wheeler b. About 1915
SonRollin Wheeler b. 15 June 1920, d. 12 September 1990

Citations

  1. [S8335] Merrill H. Wheeler & Edith G. Cannon, (18 September 1913), Massachusetts Marriages 1841-1915, Certificate Number 8291, GS Film Number 2409946, Digital Folder Number 4329371 Image Number 00536. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts Marriages.
  2. [S8336] 1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #89, of Merrill H. Wheeler, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T627_1653, page 5A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Walter A. Wheeler1

M, #103482
Last Edited 13 May 2013 00:00:00
MarriageWalter A. Wheeler married Mary A. Wedge.1

Child with Mary A. Wedge

SonMerrill H. Wheeler+ b. About 1891

Citations

  1. [S8335] Merrill H. Wheeler & Edith G. Cannon, (18 September 1913), Massachusetts Marriages 1841-1915, Certificate Number 8291, GS Film Number 2409946, Digital Folder Number 4329371 Image Number 00536. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts Marriages.

Mary A. Wedge1

F, #103483
Last Edited 13 May 2013 00:00:00
NameMary A. Wedge was also known as Mary A. Wheeler.1
MarriageShe married Walter A. Wheeler.1

Child with Walter A. Wheeler

SonMerrill H. Wheeler+ b. About 1891

Citations

  1. [S8335] Merrill H. Wheeler & Edith G. Cannon, (18 September 1913), Massachusetts Marriages 1841-1915, Certificate Number 8291, GS Film Number 2409946, Digital Folder Number 4329371 Image Number 00536. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts Marriages.

Grace Wheeler1

F, #103484, b. About 1915

Parents

FatherMerrill H. Wheeler b. About 1891
MotherEdith G. Cannon b. 5 September 1893
Relationships4th cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthGrace Wheeler was born About 1915, in Massachusetts, USAG.1
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 18 April 1940 in the household of Merrill H. Wheeler in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Merrill (age 49) were his wife Edith Cannon (age 46), their children Grace (age 25) and Rollin (age 19), Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon (age 81) and Edith's brother George Cannon (age 40). Merrill was a bus driver for the public school, Grace was a public school teacher and George was a labourer.1
1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Merrill Wheeler, his wife Edith (Cannon), their children Grace & Rollin, Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon and Edith's brother George.

Citations

  1. [S8336] 1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #89, of Merrill H. Wheeler, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T627_1653, page 5A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.

Rollin Wheeler1

M, #103485, b. 15 June 1920, d. 12 September 1990

Parents

FatherMerrill H. Wheeler b. About 1891
MotherEdith G. Cannon b. 5 September 1893
Relationships4th cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthRollin Wheeler was born on 15 June 1920, in Massachusetts, USAG.1,2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census on 18 April 1940 in the household of Merrill H. Wheeler in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG. included in the household with Merrill (age 49) were his wife Edith Cannon (age 46), their children Grace (age 25) and Rollin (age 19), Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon (age 81) and Edith's brother George Cannon (age 40). Merrill was a bus driver for the public school, Grace was a public school teacher and George was a labourer.1
1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Household of Merrill Wheeler, his wife Edith (Cannon), their children Grace & Rollin, Edith's mother Dorcas (McDonald) Cannon and Edith's brother George.
DeathRollin Wheeler died on 12 September 1990 in Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USAG.2

Citations

  1. [S8336] 1940 US Census, Rutland, Worcester County, Massachusetts, household #89, of Merrill H. Wheeler, 7 June 1920, digital copy of original image, NARA Film T627_1653, page 5A. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada; 395 Wellington St., Ottawa,, Ontario, Canada.
  2. [S8337] Massachusetts Death Index 1970-2003, Rollin M. Wheeler entry. Church of Latter Day Saints, www.familysearch.org, Salt Lake City,, Utah, U.S.A. Hereinafter cited as Massachusetts Death Index.

Margaret Elliott1

F, #103486, b. Estimated 1725
Last Edited 5 February 2024 11:19:59
BirthMargaret Elliott was born Estimated 1725.
MarriageShe married John Fortescue son of Thomas Fortescue, of Clermont, and Elizabeth Hamilton, of Tollymore,, on 20 April 1755 in Saint Sidwell Church, Exeter, Devonshire, EnglandG.1,2

Partner with John Fortescue b. 28 February 1720, d. 4 June 1786

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.
  2. [S18833] John Fortescue & Margaret Elliott, (20 April 1755), Marriage Record - John Fortescue & Margaret Elliott, England, Select Marriages, 1538-1973 FHL Film Number 916840. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.

Susannah Bare1

F, #103487, d. 29 September 1754
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
MarriageSusannah Bare married John Fortescue son of Thomas Fortescue, of Clermont, and Elizabeth Hamilton, of Tollymore,, on 29 July 1740 in St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church, Exeter, Devonshire, EnglandG.2,1
DeathSusannah Bare died on 29 September 1754 in St. Sidwells, Devonshire, EnglandG.1

Children with John Fortescue b. 28 February 1720, d. 4 June 1786

DaughterSarah Fortescue b. About 1748
SonJohn Fortescue+ b. About 1751, d. About February 1842

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.
  2. [S18832] John Fortescue & Susannah Bare, (29 July 1740), Marriage Record - John Fortescue & Susannah Bare, England, Select Marriages, 1583-1973 FHL Film Number 916843, 916844. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.

Sarah Fortescue1

F, #103488, b. About 1748

Parents

FatherJohn Fortescue b. 28 February 1720, d. 4 June 1786
MotherSusannah Bare d. 29 September 1754
Relationships9th cousin 6 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthSarah Fortescue was born About 1748, in Devonshire, EnglandG.1

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Elizabeth Holman1

F, #103490, b. About 1761
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameElizabeth Holman was also known as Elizabeth Fortescue.1
BirthShe was born About 1761, in Devonshire, EnglandG.1
MarriageShe married John Fortescue son of John Fortescue and Susannah Bare, on 3 July 1786, in St. Sidwells, Devonshire, EnglandG.1

Children with John Fortescue b. About 1751, d. About February 1842

SonJohn Fortescue b. 24 September 1786, d. 27 August 1787
DaughterSusannah Fortescue b. 24 February 1788
SonWilliam Fortescue+ b. 18 April 1794, d. About September 1866
DaughterSarah Fortescue b. About 1806, d. After 1881

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

John Fortescue1

M, #103491, b. 24 September 1786, d. 27 August 1787

Parents

FatherJohn Fortescue b. About 1751, d. About February 1842
MotherElizabeth Holman b. About 1761
Relationships10th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 7 May 2024 17:18:47
BirthJohn Fortescue was born on 24 September 1786, in Devonshire, EnglandG.1
DeathHe died on 27 August 1787 in Devonshire, EnglandG.1

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Susannah Fortescue1

F, #103492, b. 24 February 1788

Parents

FatherJohn Fortescue b. About 1751, d. About February 1842
MotherElizabeth Holman b. About 1761
Relationships10th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
BirthSusannah Fortescue was born on 24 February 1788, in Devonshire, EnglandG.1

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Hannah Jackson1

F, #103493, b. About 1799
Last Edited 14 May 2013 00:00:00
NameHannah Jackson was also known as Hannah Fortescue.1
BirthShe was born About 1799.1
MarriageShe married William Fortescue son of John Fortescue and Elizabeth Holman, on 15 May 1815, in St. Sidwells; Exeter, Devonshire, EnglandG.1

Child with William Fortescue b. 18 April 1794, d. About September 1866

SonCharles John Fortescue+ b. 1823, d. 20 October 1889

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Mary Reade1

F, #103494
Last Edited 14 May 2013 00:00:00
NameMary Reade was also known as Mary Fortescue.1
MarriageShe married Charles John Fortescue son of William Fortescue and Hannah Jackson.1

Child with Charles John Fortescue b. 1823, d. 20 October 1889

SonWilliam Fortescue+ b. About 1855, d. 1889

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Emily Elizabeth Williams1

F, #103495, b. About 1859

Parents

Last Edited 14 May 2013 00:00:00
NameEmily Elizabeth Williams was also known as Emily Elizabeth Fortescue.1
BirthShe was born About 1859.1
MarriageShe married William Fortescue son of Charles John Fortescue and Mary Reade.1

Child with William Fortescue b. About 1855, d. 1889

SonThomas Fortescue b. About 1881, d. About 1956

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Thomas Williams1

M, #103496
Last Edited 14 May 2013 00:00:00
MarriageThomas Williams married Emily Edwina.1

Child with Emily Edwina

DaughterEmily Elizabeth Williams+ b. About 1859

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Emily Edwina1

F, #103497
Last Edited 14 May 2013 00:00:00
NameEmily Edwina was also known as Emily Edwina Williams.1
MarriageShe married Thomas Williams.1

Child with Thomas Williams

DaughterEmily Elizabeth Williams+ b. About 1859

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Thomas Fortescue1

M, #103498, b. About 1881, d. About 1956

Parents

FatherWilliam Fortescue b. About 1855, d. 1889
MotherEmily Elizabeth Williams b. About 1859
Relationships13th cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 14 May 2013 00:00:00
BirthThomas Fortescue was born About 1881.1
DeathHe died About 1956.1

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

Sarah Fortescue1

F, #103499, b. About 1806, d. After 1881

Parents

FatherJohn Fortescue b. About 1751, d. About February 1842
MotherElizabeth Holman b. About 1761
Relationships10th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameSarah Fortescue was also known as Sarah Tozer.1
BirthShe was born About 1806.1
ChristeningShe was christened on 21 May 1806 in St. Sidwells; Exeter, Devonshire, EnglandG.1
MarriageShe married John Tozer.1
DeathShe died After 1881.1

Partner with John Tozer

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.

John Tozer1

M, #103500
Last Edited 14 May 2013 00:00:00
MarriageJohn Tozer married Sarah Fortescue daughter of John Fortescue and Elizabeth Holman.1

Partner with Sarah Fortescue b. About 1806, d. After 1881

Citations

  1. [S2048] Thomas Fortescue, Lord Clermont, A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches. Hereinafter cited as A History of the Family of Fortescue in all its Branches.