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James Robert Marchbank

M, #102, b. About 1868, d. 10 January 1878
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FatherJohn Marchbank b. About 1829, d. 9 February 1872
MotherJane Johnstone b. About 1835, d. 11 April 1881
Relationships2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 28 April 2024 17:25:47
NameJames Robert Marchbank was also known as James Marchbank.1
NoteJames is mentioned in his father's will.
BirthHe was born About 1868, in DeSable, Queens County, Prince Edward IslandG.1
DeathHe died on 10 January 1878.1
BurialHe was buried in the People's Cemetery, Crapaud, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.22414, -63.478082G.

Inscription: In / Memory of / James R. / Marchbank / Died / Jan. 10, 1878. / Aged 10 years.1

Tombstone, James Robert Marchbank (ca.1868-1878). People's Cemetery, Crapaud, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

  1. [S14069] Cemetery marker, People's Cemetery, Crapaud, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

Isabella Marchbank

F, #103, b. 1868
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FatherJohn Marchbank b. About 1829, d. 9 February 1872
MotherJane Johnstone b. About 1835, d. 11 April 1881
Relationships2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameIsabella Marchbank was also known as Isabel Marchbank.1
NameShe was also known as Isabella Macneill.1
BirthShe was born in 1868, in DeSable, Queens County, Prince Edward IslandG.1
MarriageShe married N. Macneill.1

Partner with N. Macneill

Citations

  1. [S362] Personal Communication

Elizabeth Jane Marchbank

F, #104, b. 1861, d. 1935
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FatherJohn Marchbank b. About 1829, d. 9 February 1872
MotherJane Johnstone b. About 1835, d. 11 April 1881
Relationships2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 13 April 2024 16:00:05
NameElizabeth Jane Marchbank was also known as Jane Marchbank.1
NameShe was also known as Elizabeth Jane Burrows.1
NameShe was also known as Elizabeth Jane Burrows.2
NoteElizabeth Jane is mentioned in her father's will.
BirthShe was born in 1861, in DeSable, Queens County, Prince Edward IslandG.3
Alt-Birth DateAn alternate recorded birth date is in 1864 in DeSable, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.1
WitnessShe was a witness at the marriage of David Marchbank and Mary P. Webster on 14 April 1880 in St. James Church, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4,5,6,7
sisterElizabeth Jane Marchbank was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of David Marchbank, as a sister, in Lot 29, DeSable, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.3
MarriageShe married George Robert Burrows, on 4 January 1888, in Souris East, Kings County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. George Robert Burrows, BElizabeth Jane Marchbank, SMarried 4 Jan 1888, Rev. John G. Cameron, Souris East. Witnesses: Daniel Johnstone, H.W. Robertson.2
DeathShe died in 1935.1

Partner with George Robert Burrows

Citations

  1. [S362] Personal Communication
  2. [S3094] Marriage Register - George Robert Burrows & Elizabeth Jane Marchbank
  3. [S3093] 1881 Canada Census, Lot 29, Queens County, Prince Edward Island
  4. [S3089] Marriage RegisterDavid Marchbank & Minnie Webster
  5. [S14943] Marriage Record
  6. [S3069] 1901 Canada Census, Lot 3, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
  7. [S3087] The Websters of PEI 1758-1971

Peter Graeme Walker

M, #110, b. 17 January 1963, d. 15 August 2022
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FatherDale Leslie Walker b. 21 July 1940, d. 17 August 2008
RelationshipsNephew of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 1 June 2024 11:14:45
NamePeter Graeme Walker was also known as Peter Walker.1
BirthHe was born on 17 January 1963, in Montréal, Québec, CanadaG.2
DeathHe died on 15 August 2022 in Naperville, DuPage County, Illinois, USAG.3
CelLife MaleMale:A celebration of his life was held on 9 September 2022 at Compass Church, Hobson Campus, Naperville, IllinoisG, female:A celebration of her life was held on 9 September 2022 in at Compass Church, Hobson Campus, Naperville, IllinoisG.3

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S1276] Peter Walker, personal communication
  3. [S19072] Obituary - Peter Graeme Walker

George Leslie Walker1

M, #112, b. 23 December 1912, d. 1 February 1981
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George Leslie Walker (1912-1981), ca. 1940.
High School Class of 1927. George is the 'suit' in back row, third from right.
George Leslie Walker, ca. 1959, Kingston, Ontario.
George Walker in a photo booth, ca. 1913
George & Frieda (Palmer) Walker, ca. 1962, in Kingston, Jamaica.
George Leslie Walker, ca. 1913.
Snapshot of George, undated, signed "Lovingly, George", presumably for the attention of Frieda Palmer.

Parents

FatherArthur Preston Walker b. 12 May 1890, d. 23 May 1963
MotherElla Mae Townshend b. 3 February 1892, d. 5 January 1987
RelationshipsFather of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of George Leslie Walker
Last Edited 17 March 2026 18:25:52
NameGeorge Leslie Walker was also known as George Walker.2
BirthHe was born on 23 December 1912, in Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada, 45.831944, -64.210278G.3
Group PhotoHe was included in a group photograph, in 1921 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, .4
George Leslie WalkerLorne Preston Walker
George & Lorne Walker, ca. 1921. Photo courtesy of Tom Blacklock.
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Arthur Preston Walker, as a son, in 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.

Enumerated in the household with Arthur (age 31) were his wife Ella Townshend (age 29), their sons George (age 8) and Lorne (age 1). Arthur was a machinist with the C.N.R. His year of immigration from America to Canada was incorrectly recorded as 1894. The actual year was 1899. At the time of this census they lived in the left half of the duplex, 40 Bromley Ave., that would later be occupied by their son Lorne and his wife Alice. Arthur and Ella then lived in the right half, 42 Bromley Ave.5

1921 Canada Census, 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of Arthur P. Walker, his wife Ella Townshend, their sons George and Lorne.
SonGeorge Leslie Walker was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of Arthur Preston Walker, as a son, in Chatham, Northumberland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Arthur Walker (age 41) were his wife, Ella Townshend (age 38) and their sons, George (age 18), Lorne (age 11) and Clyde (age 6). Arthur was a machinist with the steam railroad. The family religion was United Church of Canada.6
MarriageGeorge Leslie Walker married Frieda Ruth Palmer, daughter of George Norman Palmer and Harriett Jane Brown. on 30 September 1933, in Central United Church, 154 Queen St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.089611, -64.778564G.

They were married by license, #20346, by Rev. Robert Smart. George was 21 years old, a municipal accountant for the town of Chatham, New Brunswick, living in Chatham. Frieda was 27 years old, a stenographer for Sun Life Insurance Co., living with her parents at 266 Weldon St., Moncton, New Brunswick. Both were members of the United Church of Canada.1

Wedding photo, George Leslie Walker and Frieda Ruth Palmer, 30 September 1933. The identities of the two children are not known.
LivingGeorge Leslie Walker was living in 82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada, 45.962280, -66.653546G, in 1944. This was their residence when son David was born.2
82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada.
OccupationHe was From 1944 to 1949 in Grand Falls, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2

LivingHe was living in Grand Falls, New Brunswick, CanadaG, From 1944 to 1952.2
MovedHe moved to Montréal, Québec, CanadaG, About 1949; George was employed by Alcan in Montréal.2
LivingHe was living in 4811 Wilson Ave., Montréal, Québec, Canada, 45.477322, -73.631895G, in 1953.7
LivingHe was living in Kingston, JamaicaG, Between 1959 and 1963. George worked for Sprostons, a subsidiary of Alcan (Aluminum Company of Canada), as their chief accountant.2
DeathHe died on 1 February 1981 in Moncton City Hospital, 135 MacBeath Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.104977, -64.806150G.8,3
BurialHe was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.109183, -64.775750G.

Inscription: PALMER / Prof. Albert H. Palmer Ph. D. / 1903-1945 / Harriet J. Palmer / 1874-1967 Back: George L. Walker / 1912-1981 / PALMER.8

Back inscription.
Tombstone, Albert Harold Palmer (1902-1945), his mother Hattie (Brown) Palmer (1874-1967), and his brother-in-law, George Leslie Walker (1912-1981), Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
FuneralThe funeral was held on 3 February 1981 in Tuttle Brothers Funeral Home, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.9

Children with Frieda Ruth Palmer b. 25 March 1906, d. 12 February 1995

DaughterSheila Jean Walker b. 5 November 1935, d. 15 February 2023
SonDale Leslie Walker+ b. 21 July 1940, d. 17 August 2008

Citations

  1. [S2568] Marriage Certificate
  2. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  3. [S20122] Newspapers.com - George L. Walker
  4. [S3453] Formal portrait of George & Lorne Walker
  5. [S8610] 1921 Canada Census, City of Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  6. [S18292] 1931 Census of Canada
  7. [S2500] Lovell's Montreal Alphabetical Directory
  8. [S50] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records
  9. [S20123] Newspapers.com

Frieda Ruth Palmer1

F, #113, b. 25 March 1906, d. 12 February 1995
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Frieda Ruth Palmer (1906-1995)
Frieda Palmer, graduation, Moncton High School, ca. 1923.
Frieda Palmer, ca. 1906
Frieda Palmer as a young girl, ca. 1911.
Frieda Palmer (left), Moncton High School, ca. 1920.
Albert (1902-1945) and Frieda (1906-1995) Palmer, ca. 1906.

Parents

FatherGeorge Norman Palmer b. 22 February 1873, d. 10 March 1942
MotherHarriett Jane Brown b. 20 April 1874, d. 12 August 1967
RelationshipsMother of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of Frieda Ruth Palmer
Last Edited 23 November 2025 17:55:32
NameFrieda Ruth Palmer was also known as Frieda Ruth Walker.
NameShe was also known as Frieda Palmer.2
BirthShe was born on 25 March 1906, in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3
Group PhotoShe was included in a group photograph , About 1913 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.4
Frieda PalmerunknownunknownunknownunknownAlbert Palmer
Frieda (lower right) and Albert Palmer (upper left) on a wood pile in Moncton, ca. 1913.
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of George Norman Palmer, as a daughter, in 199 Highfield St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with George (age 48) were his wife Hattie Brown (age 46), their children Albert (age 18) & Frieda (age 15), his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer (age 78) and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown (age 73). George was an accountant. Albert & Frieda were students in school. The family religion was Methodist except for the mother and mother-in-law, who were Baptists.5
1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of George Norman Palmer, his wife Hattie Brown, their children Albert & Frieda, his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown. Census image courtesy of Library & Archives Canada.
199 Highfield St. Moncton
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of George Norman Palmer, as a daughter, in 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of George N. Palmer (age 55) were his wife, Hattie Brown (age 53), their daughter Frieda (age 25) and their adopted son John (age 3). George was the Regional Auditor for the Railway Offices, Frieda was a stenographer for the Railway Offices. The family religion was the United Church of Canada.6
MarriageShe married George Leslie Walker, son of Arthur Preston Walker and Ella Mae Townshend. on 30 September 1933, in Central United Church, 154 Queen St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.089611, -64.778564G.

They were married by license, #20346, by Rev. Robert Smart. George was 21 years old, a municipal accountant for the town of Chatham, New Brunswick, living in Chatham. Frieda was 27 years old, a stenographer for Sun Life Insurance Co., living with her parents at 266 Weldon St., Moncton, New Brunswick. Both were members of the United Church of Canada.1

Wedding photo, George Leslie Walker and Frieda Ruth Palmer, 30 September 1933. The identities of the two children are not known.
Informant - DeathFrieda Ruth Palmer was the informant for the Death Registration of George Norman Palmer, who died on 10 March 1942 at home, 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.094651, -64.789970G. Cause of death was pararectal carcinoma, as well as chronic bronchitis and chronic myocarditis. The informant for his Certificate of Registration of Death was his daughter, Frieda.7
wifeShe was a wife of George Leslie Walker in 1944 in 82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada, 45.962280, -66.653546G. This was their residence when son David was born.2
82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada.
Principal 2She was living in 4811 Wilson Ave., Montréal, Québec, Canada, 45.477322, -73.631895G, in 1953.8
Principal 2She was living in Kingston, JamaicaG, Between 1959 and 1963. George worked for Sprostons, a subsidiary of Alcan (Aluminum Company of Canada), as their chief accountant.2
WillShe left a will in 1994. Sons Dale and David were co-executors of her will.9
DeathShe died on 12 February 1995 in Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston, Simcoe County, Ontario, CanadaG. Frieda was cremated at the Innisvale Crematorium, Thornton, Ontario.10
Funeral Directors Statement of Death, Frieda Ruth (Palmer) Walker (1906-1995)
Newspaper obituary for Frieda Ruth (Palmer) Walker.
FuneralThe funeral was held on 13 February 1995 in Simcoe Village, Beeton, Ontario, CanadaG.10,2
BurialShe was buried on 22 August 2003 in the Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, Canada, 45.648450, -66.109200G.

Her ashes, in a sealed urn, were buried by her son David, above her father's casket. She dearly loved both the farm and her father, and there is no doubt that this is where she would have wanted to be buried.

Inscription: PALMER / George Norman Palmer / 1873-1942 / His Daughter / Frieda Ruth Palmer / B. 25 Mar. 1906 / D. 11 Feb. 1995.11

Tombstone, George Norman Palmer (1873-1942) and his daughter Frieda Ruth Palmer (1906-1995), Palmer Family Cemetery, Central Hampstead, New Brunswick, Canada.

Children with George Leslie Walker b. 23 December 1912, d. 1 February 1981

DaughterSheila Jean Walker b. 5 November 1935, d. 15 February 2023
SonDale Leslie Walker+ b. 21 July 1940, d. 17 August 2008

Citations

  1. [S2568] Marriage Certificate
  2. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  3. [S2570] Birth Registration - Frieda Ruth Palmer
  4. [S3455] Group Photo: Frieda & Albert Palmer with other children on a woodpile
  5. [S9131] 1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  6. [S18460] 1931 Census of Canada, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada
  7. [S432] Death Certificate - George Norman Palmer
  8. [S2500] Lovell's Montreal Alphabetical Directory
  9. [S6293] Will of Frieda Ruth (Palmer) Walker
  10. [S4324] Funeral Directors Statement of Death
  11. [S14699] Cemetery Marker, Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, Canada

Arthur Preston Walker1

M, #114, b. 12 May 1890, d. 23 May 1963
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Arthur Preston Walker (1890-1963).
Arthur Preston Walker - ChatGPT improved reflections removed 800dpi
Arthur Walker, ca. 1905, from a family album donated to the Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

Parents

FatherGeorge Price Walker b. 31 March 1857, d. 24 December 1938
MotherMary Adelaide Clark b. 24 March 1861, d. 29 April 1932
RelationshipsGrandfather of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of George Leslie Walker
Last Edited 7 October 2026 15:32:41
NameArthur Preston Walker was also known as Arthur Walker.2
BirthHe was born on 12 May 1890 in Granite, Chaffee County, Colorado, USA, 39.043986, -106.262169G, . On his marriage certificate Arthur entered New Annan, Prince Edward Island, as his birth place, which is clearly not correct. He also entered his mother's name as Mary A. Robinson, which is incorrect. She was his father's second wife.3,4,5
WitnessHe was included in a group photograph with Mary Adelaide Clark , About 1894 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.6
Adelaide (Clark) Walker, her children Marjorie & Arthur, circa 1894. Photo courtesy of Tom Blacklock.
SonHe immigrated with Mary Adelaide Clark and Mary Adelaide Clark to Little Shemogue, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.116510, -64.023376G, in 1899.7
Enstone Green Farm, the Blacklock homestead in Little Shemogue, New Brunswick. Painting by Alice Reed.
SonHe was enumerated on the census on 31 March 1901 in the household of Mary Adelaide Clark, as a son, in Little Shemogue, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Adelaide and Arthur were lodgers in the home of Isabella Smith. Having discovered where Addie had settled after her divorce in Colorado, I wondered why she decided on a small community in southeastern New Brunswick. She was born and raised in Prince Edward Island, and there would have been friends and family there. Examining a filmed copy of the original census page I discovered that her sister Millicent lived in the adjacent house with her husband and family.5
CensusHe was head of the household in the census on 4 April 1901 in Cambridge, Washington County, New York, USAG.
OccupationHe was in 1907 in Amherst, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.8

LodgerHe appeared on the census on 1 June 1911, as a lodger, in Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG. Adelaide (Ada on the census form) was head of household, but not a widow. There is an entry stating that "husband is in Jolicure, NB". Thomas and son Seymour were living on the Jolicure farm at the time of this census. Ada's other children were living with her in Amherst (Gertrude 22, Devonia 19, Gwendolyn 13 and Bruce 10). This must have been a boarding house as there were seven boarders, including Arthur Preston Walker. One must assume that through this connection with the Townshend family he met his future wife, Ella Mae Townshend. Thomas H. Townshend is a 1st cousin of Ella's father, Frank Townshend. Ada's husband Thomas was listed in the 1991 Census as head of household on the farm in Jolicure with son Seymour, 15.9
OccupationHe was in 1912.10,3

Note

Arthur Preston Walker and Ella Townshend were both Methodists. At the time of marriage, Arthur was a resident of Amherst, Nova Scotia, and Ella was a resident of Jolicure, Westmorland Co., New Brunswick. The witnesses to their wedding were Dudley A. Lambert and Grace Townshend (Ella's sister, who later married Alfred Green). Although they were both of the Methodist Church, the wedding took place at the home of John and Susan (Wallace) Galloway, in Jolicure, N.B. Susan Wallace was Ella's mother, married first to Frank Townshend and second to John Galloway.

There is a conflict re: Arthur's birth place and mother. According to his marriage certificate (to Ella Mae Townshend), he was born in New Annan, Prince Edward Island, and his mother was Mary Robinson. According to the church records on file at the Elmwood Cemetery in Moncton, Ella Mae gave his birth place as Granite, Colorado, and his mother as Adelaide Clark. Adelaide is a name that cropped up in conversations with Walkers in PEI September 2000. It has since been confirmed that Arthur's mother is Adelaide Clark. George Price Walker and Adelaide Clarke divorced in 1900. Mary Robinson is the person that George Price Walker married after he divorced Addie Clark.10

LivingHe was living in Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG, in 1912.10
MarriageHe married Ella Mae Townshend, daughter of Joseph Frank Townshend and Susannah Wallace. on 26 June 1912, in the home of Ella's mother & her second husband, John & Susan (Wallace) Galloway, Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. They were married by license, by Thomas Hicks of Point de Bute. Arthur was a bachelor, machinist, Methodist, living in Amherst, Nova Scotia. Ella was a spinster, Methodist, living in Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick.10,11,12,13
Land map showing 7-acre Townsend farm on the shore of Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Department of Natural Resources, Fredericton. No. 133.
CensusArthur Preston Walker was head of the household in the census in 1921 in 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.

Enumerated in the household with Arthur (age 31) were his wife Ella Townshend (age 29), their sons George (age 8) and Lorne (age 1). Arthur was a machinist with the C.N.R. His year of immigration from America to Canada was incorrectly recorded as 1894. The actual year was 1899. At the time of this census they lived in the left half of the duplex, 40 Bromley Ave., that would later be occupied by their son Lorne and his wife Alice. Arthur and Ella then lived in the right half, 42 Bromley Ave.14

1921 Canada Census, 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of Arthur P. Walker, his wife Ella Townshend, their sons George and Lorne.
OccupationHe was a machinist with the C.N.R. (Canadian National Railway), living at 40 Bromley Ave. in 1926 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.15

CensusHe was head of the household in the census in 1931 in Chatham, Northumberland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Arthur Walker (age 41) were his wife, Ella Townshend (age 38) and their sons, George (age 18), Lorne (age 11) and Clyde (age 6). Arthur was a machinist with the steam railroad. The family religion was United Church of Canada.16
RetirementHe was retired in 1950 as a machinist with the C.N.R. in Moncton.3
ResidenceHe and Ella Mae Townshend lived in 42 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.

Their son Lorne and his wife Alice (McKinley) lived in the left half of the duplex at 40 Bomley Ave.2

The last residence of Lorne & Alice (McKinley) Walker, 40 Bromley Ave. (left side) and Arthur & Ella May (Townshend) Walker, 42 Bromley Ave. (right side), Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
DeathHe died on 23 May 1963 in Moncton City Hospital; 135 MacBeath Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.104977, -64.806150G. cause of death was Coronary Thrombosis. The story I received during a phone call from my uncle Lorne was that my grandfather Arthur had gone to the city hospital for his annual medical checkup, during which all physical signs were good. He then went to the desk to pay the bill, when he collapsed and died instantly. Arthur and Ella were living at 42 Bromley Ave. in Moncton when he died.
Obituary (The Moncton Transcript): "Death of A.P. Walker - The death of Arthur P. Walker of Bromley Avenue in Moncton, occurred suddenly at Moncton Hospital Thursday.
"Born in Granite, Ontario (sic), in 1890, he was a son of the late George and Adelaide (Clark) Walker. A retired CNR machinist, he was a member of the committee of stewards of Central United Church and a member of the IOOF.
"He is survived by his wife, Ella Mae Townsend Walker; three sons, George L. of Montreal, Clyde A. of Calgary, and Lorne P. of Moncton, a sister Mrs. Marjorie Lamb of Vancouver; several nieces and nephews, seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
"Funeral service will be held from Cadman's Funeral Home Monday, May 27 at 1:30 p.m. with interment in Elmwood cemetery. The body is resting at Cadman's Funeral Home."
Funeral announcement (unknown newspaper): "Funeral for A. P. Walker - Funeral service for Arthur P. Walker of 42 Bromley Avenue, Moncton, a native and former resident of Granite, Colorado, USA., was held recently at Cadman's Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. J.A. Berridge, pastor of Central United Church.
"Members of the Central United Church Choir sang the hymns The Old Rugged Cross and In the Garden.
"Pallbearers were R.C. Calpin, Lorne A. Blakney, Lester Power, A. B. Balser, and IOOF members F.O. Steeves and Guy Chapman.
"Interment was in Elmwood Cemetery, where Mr. Berridge conducted committal service.
"Members of Prince Albert Lodge No. 26, IOOF, attended the service in a body and formed a guard of honor at the entrance to the funeral home and the cemetery. A service was conducted at the grave by Lawrence Powell, past noble grand, assisted by F.O. Steeves, past noble grand, as chaplain.
"The service was largely attended by friends, relatives and business associates from Toronto, Port Elgin, Summerside, Campbellton, Amherst, Shemogue, Moncton and surrounding areas."17,18,19,3
Death Registration for Arthur Preston Walker.
Biographical NoteThere are several details in error recorded on his death certificate:
1. Length of stay at last residence was entered as 12 years. He lived at 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, at least since 1926 when his name appeared in the City Directory.
2. Total years spent working as a machinist for the C.N.R. was recorded as 48 years. His year of retirement was recorded as 1950, which would mean he started working there in 1902 at the age of 12. In fact, his period of employment should have been recorded as 38 years, as he was shown to be a machinist with the C.N.R. as of 1912 (ref. marriage certificate)
3. Birthplace for his father was recorded as Scotland. He was actually born in New Annan, Prince Edward Island.
4. Birthplace for his mother was recorded as Scotland. She was actually born in Cape Traverse, Prince Edward Island.3
FuneralThe funeral was held on 27 May 1963 in Cadman's Funeral Home, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.20
BurialHe was buried on 27 May 1963 in Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.110500, -64.776150G.

Black granite stone. Inscription: WALKER / 1890 Arthur P. Walker 1963 / 1892 Ella M. Townshend 1987.21,22

Tombstone, Arthur Preston Walker (1890-1963), his wife Ella May Townshend (1892-1987). Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.

Children with Ella Mae Townshend b. 3 February 1892, d. 5 January 1987

SonGeorge Leslie Walker+ b. 23 December 1912, d. 1 February 1981
SonLorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker b. 11 February 1920, d. 19 June 1992
SonClyde Arthur Walker b. 6 February 1926

Citations

  1. [S3176] Marriage certificate from NB Archives
  2. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  3. [S8475] Province of New Brunswick - Registration of Death
  4. [S3247] Cemetery Records
  5. [S3180] Census 1901: Botsford Parish, Adelaide (Clark) Walker
  6. [S2948] Tom Blacklock, personal communication
  7. [S3257] Census 1901: Botsford Parish
  8. [S3316] City Directory - Amherst, N.S. 1907
  9. [S2416] 1911 Canada Census, Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia
  10. [S71] Marriage certificate
  11. [S18458] Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Official Notice of Marriage
  12. [S715] Index to New Brunswick Marriages, 1887-1919
  13. [S2569] Certificate of Registration of Birth
  14. [S8610] 1921 Canada Census, City of Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  15. [S3317] City Directory - Moncton, N.B. 1926
  16. [S18292] 1931 Census of Canada
  17. [S3182] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records
  18. [S3360] The Moncton Transcript
  19. [S3361] The Times & Transcript
  20. [S5519] Moncton Times & Transcript
  21. [S50] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records
  22. [S5840] Cemetery Marker, Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

Ella Mae Townshend1,2

F, #115, b. 3 February 1892, d. 5 January 1987
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Ella May Townshend (1892-1987), original photo.
Ella Mae Townshend, AI enhanced using ChatGPT.
Ella Mae Townshend, c. 1931. Original photograph digitally restored and enhanced with AI by ChatGPT.
Ella Campbellton ca 1931

Parents

FatherJoseph Frank Townshend b. 23 December 1858, d. 15 January 1908
MotherSusannah Wallace b. 20 September 1870, d. 29 March 1958
RelationshipsGrandmother of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of George Leslie Walker
Last Edited 8 October 2026 16:03:48
NameElla Mae Townshend was also known as Ella Mae Walker.3
NameShe was also known as Ella Townshend.4,3
NameShe was also known as Ella May Townshend.5,6
BirthShe was born on 3 February 1892 in Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, . The informant for this Late Registration of Birth was her mother, Susan Galloway, dated 15 April 1929, at Moncton, New Brunswick.5,3,7,1
Land map showing 7-acre Townsend farm on the shore of Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Department of Natural Resources, Fredericton. No. 133.
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 31 March 1901 in the household of Joseph Frank Townshend in Westmorland Parish, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in this household with Frank (age 42) were his wife Susannah Wallace (age 30), and their children, Daisy (age 10), Ella May (age 9), Bruce Leslie (age 7) and Grace (age 5). Frank was a farmer. The family religion was Methodist. Frank Townshend's farm was adjacent to that of Johnson Read.7
1901 Canada Census, Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of Frank Townshend, his wife Susannah Wallace, their children Daisy, Ella May, Leslie and Grace.
WitnessShe was a witness at the marriage of Ambrose Wheeler and Daisy Alfreda Townshend on 14 April 1909 in Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.8,9,10
WitnessElla Mae Townshend was a witness at the marriage of John Nicoll Mcl. Galloway and Susannah Wallace on 22 June 1910 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.11
OccupationElla Mae Townshend was in 1911 in Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.12

WitnessShe was enumerated on the census on 7 June 1911 in the household of Susannah Wallace in Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Susan (age 40) were her second husband, John Galloway (age 33), children from her marriage to Frank Townshend, son Leslie (age 17), daughters Ella (age 19), Grace (age 16) & Daisy (age 20), and Daisy's daughter Eva (age 1). The family religion was Methodist, except for John Galloway, who was Presbyterian. John's emigration year from Scotland was entered as 1896. Susan, John and Leslie were entered as farmers. Ella was a milliner, living in Amherst, Nova Scotia.12
1911 Canada Census, Susan (Wallace Townshend) Galloway and family, Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick.
Land map showing 7-acre Townsend farm on the shore of Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Department of Natural Resources, Fredericton. No. 133.
ReligionElla Mae Townshend was a Methodist.3
LivingShe was living in Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, in 1912.3
Land map showing 7-acre Townsend farm on the shore of Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Department of Natural Resources, Fredericton. No. 133.
MarriageShe married Arthur Preston Walker, son of George Price Walker and Mary Adelaide Clark. on 26 June 1912, in the home of Ella's mother & her second husband, John & Susan (Wallace) Galloway, Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. They were married by license, by Thomas Hicks of Point de Bute. Arthur was a bachelor, machinist, Methodist, living in Amherst, Nova Scotia. Ella was a spinster, Methodist, living in Jolicure, Westmorland County, New Brunswick.3,13,8,5
Land map showing 7-acre Townsend farm on the shore of Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Department of Natural Resources, Fredericton. No. 133.
NoteShe was a member of Central United Church in Moncton, and a former member of the Moncton Hospital Ladies Auxillary.
WifeElla Mae Townshend was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Arthur Preston Walker, as his wife, in 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.

Enumerated in the household with Arthur (age 31) were his wife Ella Townshend (age 29), their sons George (age 8) and Lorne (age 1). Arthur was a machinist with the C.N.R. His year of immigration from America to Canada was incorrectly recorded as 1894. The actual year was 1899. At the time of this census they lived in the left half of the duplex, 40 Bromley Ave., that would later be occupied by their son Lorne and his wife Alice. Arthur and Ella then lived in the right half, 42 Bromley Ave.14

1921 Canada Census, 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of Arthur P. Walker, his wife Ella Townshend, their sons George and Lorne.
WifeShe was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of Arthur Preston Walker, as his wife, in Chatham, Northumberland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Arthur Walker (age 41) were his wife, Ella Townshend (age 38) and their sons, George (age 18), Lorne (age 11) and Clyde (age 6). Arthur was a machinist with the steam railroad. The family religion was United Church of Canada.15
Principal 2She and Arthur Preston Walker lived in 42 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.4
The last residence of Lorne & Alice (McKinley) Walker, 40 Bromley Ave. (left side) and Arthur & Ella May (Townshend) Walker, 42 Bromley Ave. (right side), Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
Informant - DeathShe was the informant for the Death Registration of Arthur Preston Walker, who died on 23 May 1963 in Moncton City Hospital; 135 MacBeath Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.104977, -64.806150G.16,17,18,2
Death Registration for Arthur Preston Walker.
DeathShe died on 5 January 1987 in Spencer Memorial Home, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
BurialShe was buried on 7 January 1987 in Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.110500, -64.776150G.

Black granite stone.Inscription: WALKER / 1890 Arthur P. Walker 1963 / 1892 Ella M. Townshend 1987.1,19

Tombstone, Arthur Preston Walker (1890-1963), his wife Ella May Townshend (1892-1987). Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.

Children with Arthur Preston Walker b. 12 May 1890, d. 23 May 1963

SonGeorge Leslie Walker+ b. 23 December 1912, d. 1 February 1981
SonLorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker b. 11 February 1920, d. 19 June 1992
SonClyde Arthur Walker b. 6 February 1926

Citations

  1. [S50] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records
  2. [S8475] Province of New Brunswick - Registration of Death
  3. [S71] Marriage certificate
  4. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  5. [S2569] Certificate of Registration of Birth
  6. [S2568] Marriage Certificate
  7. [S3025] 1901 Canada Census 1901, Westmorland Parish, New Brunswick
  8. [S715] Index to New Brunswick Marriages, 1887-1919
  9. [S18036] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950
  10. [S1345] Preserving the Wallace Family 1758-1988
  11. [S418] Marriage Registration - John Galloway & Susan Wallace
  12. [S4092] 1911 Canada Census, Jolicure Lake, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  13. [S18458] Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, Official Notice of Marriage
  14. [S8610] 1921 Canada Census, City of Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  15. [S18292] 1931 Census of Canada
  16. [S3182] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records
  17. [S3360] The Moncton Transcript
  18. [S3361] The Times & Transcript
  19. [S5840] Cemetery Marker, Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

Dale Leslie Walker

M, #116, b. 21 July 1940, d. 17 August 2008
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Dale Leslie Walker (1940-2008)

Parents

FatherGeorge Leslie Walker b. 23 December 1912, d. 1 February 1981
MotherFrieda Ruth Palmer b. 25 March 1906, d. 12 February 1995
RelationshipsBrother of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 10 September 2025 11:45:17
NameDale Leslie Walker was also known as Dale Walker.
BirthHe was born on 21 July 1940, in Sackville, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
WitnessHe lived in the household with George Leslie Walker in 1944 in 82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada, 45.962280, -66.653546G.1
82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada.
WitnessDale Leslie Walker lived in the household with George Leslie Walker and Frieda Ruth Palmer in 1953 in 4811 Wilson Ave., Montréal, Québec, Canada, 45.477322, -73.631895G.2
co-executorIn Frieda Ruth Palmer's will dated in 1994, Dale Leslie Walker was named as a co-executor.3
DeathHe died on 17 August 2008, at in at home, Alliston, Ontario, CanadaG, . Dale died as a result of complications from a chronic illness.4

Child

SonPeter Graeme Walker b. 17 January 1963, d. 15 August 2022

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S2500] Lovell's Montreal Alphabetical Directory
  3. [S6293] Will of Frieda Ruth (Palmer) Walker
  4. [S2264] Paula (Haines) Walker, personal communication

Sheila Jean Walker

F, #117, b. 5 November 1935, d. 15 February 2023
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Sheila Jean Walker (1935- )
Sheila Larson 2005

Parents

FatherGeorge Leslie Walker b. 23 December 1912, d. 1 February 1981
MotherFrieda Ruth Palmer b. 25 March 1906, d. 12 February 1995
RelationshipsSister of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 10 September 2025 11:44:56
NameSheila Jean Walker was also known as Sheila Jean Larson.
NameShe was also known as Sheila Walker.
BirthShe was born on 5 November 1935, in Moncton Hospital, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
VideoShe was featured in a home video in 1940 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2
WitnessShe lived in the household with George Leslie Walker in 1944 in 82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada, 45.962280, -66.653546G.1
82 Charlotte St., Fredericton, York County, New Brunswick, Canada.
WitnessShe lived in the household with George Leslie Walker and Frieda Ruth Palmer in 1953 in 4811 Wilson Ave., Montréal, Québec, Canada, 45.477322, -73.631895G.3
MarriageSheila Jean Walker married Emil Gene Larson, son of Emil Gustaf Larson and Mildred Agnes Shorey. on 27 June 1953, in Queen Mary Road United Church, Montréal, Québec, CanadaG.4,5
Wedding announcement, Sheiila Jean Walker & Emil Gene Larson.
Principal 2Sheila Jean Walker was later divorced.
DeathShe died on 15 February 2023 in Gosnell Hospice, Scarborough, Cumberland County, Maine, USAG.

Partner with Emil Gene Larson b. 6 January 1931, d. 10 September 2012

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S7522] Personal Archives
  3. [S2500] Lovell's Montreal Alphabetical Directory
  4. [S3232] Wedding Invitation - Sheila Jean Walker & Emil Gene Larson
  5. [S18003] The Montreal Star

Emil Gene Larson

M, #121, b. 6 January 1931, d. 10 September 2012
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Parents

FatherEmil Gustaf Larson b. About 1897, d. 1954
MotherMildred Agnes Shorey b. 25 May 1901, d. 8 September 1996
RelationshipsPartner of Sheila Jean Walker (sister of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 7 October 2026 15:32:41
NameEmil Gene Larson was also known as Gene Larson.1
NameHe was also known as Emil Larson.2
BirthHe was born on 6 January 1931, in Massachusetts, USAG.2,3
SonHe was enumerated on the census on 6 April 1940 in the household of Emil Gustaf Larson, as a son, in Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Enumerated in the household of Emil Larson (age 43) were his wife Mildred Shorey (age 38), and their sons Emil (age 9) and Glenn (age 4).2
MarriageEmil Gene Larson married Sheila Jean Walker, daughter of George Leslie Walker and Frieda Ruth Palmer. on 27 June 1953, in Queen Mary Road United Church, Montréal, Québec, CanadaG.4,5
Wedding announcement, Sheiila Jean Walker & Emil Gene Larson.
DivorcedEmil Gene Larson was later divorced.
DeathHe died on 10 September 2012.3
BurialHe was buried on 9 November 2012 in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, USAG.

Section 60. Inscription: Emil / Gene / Larson / Lt. Col / US Air Force / Vietnam / Jan 6 1931 / Sep 10 2012 / Bronze Star.6,3

Military Tombstone, Lt. Col. Emil Gene Larson (1931-2012). Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, USA. Photo courtesy of Mike Larson.

Partner with Sheila Jean Walker b. 5 November 1935, d. 15 February 2023

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S13215] 1940 US Census, Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Massachusetts
  3. [S11666] Cemetery Marker, Section 60, Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, USA.
  4. [S3232] Wedding Invitation - Sheila Jean Walker & Emil Gene Larson
  5. [S18003] The Montreal Star
  6. [S7669] Personal communication

Lorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker

M, #128, b. 11 February 1920, d. 19 June 1992
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Lorne Preston Walker (1920-1992)
Lorne & Alice (McKinley) Walker, ca. 1955

Parents

FatherArthur Preston Walker b. 12 May 1890, d. 23 May 1963
MotherElla Mae Townshend b. 3 February 1892, d. 5 January 1987
RelationshipsUncle of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 12 October 2025 16:23:59
NameLorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker was also known as Lorne Walker.1
BirthHe was born on 11 February 1920, in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2,3
WitnessHe was included in a group photograph with George Leslie Walker , in 1921 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.4
George Leslie WalkerLorne Preston Walker
George & Lorne Walker, ca. 1921. Photo courtesy of Tom Blacklock.
SonLorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of Arthur Preston Walker, as a son, in 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.

Enumerated in the household with Arthur (age 31) were his wife Ella Townshend (age 29), their sons George (age 8) and Lorne (age 1). Arthur was a machinist with the C.N.R. His year of immigration from America to Canada was incorrectly recorded as 1894. The actual year was 1899. At the time of this census they lived in the left half of the duplex, 40 Bromley Ave., that would later be occupied by their son Lorne and his wife Alice. Arthur and Ella then lived in the right half, 42 Bromley Ave.5

1921 Canada Census, 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of Arthur P. Walker, his wife Ella Townshend, their sons George and Lorne.
SonLorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of Arthur Preston Walker, as a son, in Chatham, Northumberland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Arthur Walker (age 41) were his wife, Ella Townshend (age 38) and their sons, George (age 18), Lorne (age 11) and Clyde (age 6). Arthur was a machinist with the steam railroad. The family religion was United Church of Canada.6
Milit-ServLorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker served in the Royal Canadian Air Force From 1941 to 1945.7
MarriageHe married Alice Alberta McKinley daughter of Alfred Alexander McKinley and Beulah Ray Butland, on 22 June 1946, in Central United Church, 154 Queen St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.089611, -64.778564G; there were no children. Lorne was a brakeman for the C.N.R., a bachelor, living at 218 Robinson St., Moncton. Alice was a waitress, spinster, living at #14 Victoria Apts., Robinson St., Moncton.8
OccupationLorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker was a brakeman with the C.N.R. (Canadian National Railway), living at 42 Bromley Ave. in 1949 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.9

OccupationHe was a brakeman with the C.N.R., living at 40 Bromley Ave. in 1952 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.10

Pall-bearer[:LABELS]He was a pall-bearer for Susannah Wallace.11,12
ResidenceHe and Alice Alberta McKinley lived in 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.

Lorne and his wife Alice (McKinley) lived in the left half of the duplex at 40 Bomley Ave., his parents Arthur & Ella May (Townshend) Walker at 42 Bromley Ave.1

The last residence of Lorne & Alice (McKinley) Walker, 40 Bromley Ave. (left side) and Arthur & Ella May (Townshend) Walker, 42 Bromley Ave. (right side), Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
DeathHe died on 19 June 1992 in the Moncton Hospital, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. after a sudden unknown illness.7,13
FuneralThe funeral was held on 21 June 1992 in Tuttle Brothers Funeral Chapel, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.14
BurialHe was buried on 22 June 1992 in Fair Haven Memorial Gardens; 1167 Salisbury Rd., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.058383, -64.866817G.

Lot # B-2, Grave # 162 Inscription: Lorne P. / 1920-1992 | Alice A. / 1917-1997 // Together Forever / WALKER.13

Tombstone, Lorne Preston Walker (1920-1992), his wife Alice Alberta McKinley (1917-1997). Fair Haven Memorial Gardens, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.

Partner with Alice Alberta McKinley b. 4 February 1917, d. 24 July 1997

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S17190] Index to Provincial Registrations of Births
  3. [S3239] Cemetery Records - Lorne Preston Walker
  4. [S3453] Formal portrait of George & Lorne Walker
  5. [S8610] 1921 Canada Census, City of Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  6. [S18292] 1931 Census of Canada
  7. [S2106] The Times & Transcript, Moncton, New Brunswick
  8. [S3177] Marriage certificate from NB Archives
  9. [S3318] Greater Moncton City Directory - Moncton, N.B. 1949-50
  10. [S3319] Greater Moncton City Directory - Moncton, N.B. 1952-53
  11. [S20140] Funeral - Susannah (Wallace) Galloway
  12. [S20141] Funeral - Susannah (Wallace) Galloway
  13. [S3183] Fairhaven Cemetery Office Records
  14. [S5518] Moncton Times & Transcript

Clyde Arthur Walker

M, #129, b. 6 February 1926
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FatherArthur Preston Walker b. 12 May 1890, d. 23 May 1963
MotherElla Mae Townshend b. 3 February 1892, d. 5 January 1987
RelationshipsUncle of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 1 March 2026 15:39:00
NameClyde Arthur Walker was also known as Clyde Walker.1
BirthHe was born on 6 February 1926, in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of Arthur Preston Walker, as a son, in Chatham, Northumberland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Arthur Walker (age 41) were his wife, Ella Townshend (age 38) and their sons, George (age 18), Lorne (age 11) and Clyde (age 6). Arthur was a machinist with the steam railroad. The family religion was United Church of Canada.3
WitnessClyde Arthur Walker was a witness at the marriage of Lorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker and Alice Alberta McKinley on 22 June 1946 in Central United Church, 154 Queen St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.089611, -64.778564G.4
LivingClyde Arthur Walker was living in 26 King St., Campbellton, Restigouche County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, on 22 June 1946. At the time he was a witness at his brother Lorne's wedding he was living in Campbellton.4
OccupationHe was in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, in 1955. He was a salesman at Tip Top Tailers.5
OccupationHe was in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, in 1956. He was a clerk at MacLeod Brothers Ltd.6
OccupationHe was in 1957 in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, still employed as a clerk at MacLeod Brothers Ltd.7
OccupationHe was in 1958 in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, a salesman at Home Provisioners; no residential information was shown.8
LivingHe was living in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, in 1962. Clyde was recorded as a salesman, Florence as a saleslady.9
LivingHe was living in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Calgary NorthG, in 1963. Clyde was recorded as a salesman, Florence as a saleslady.10
LivingHe was living in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG. in May 1963 he was listed in his father's obituary as 'Clyde A., of Calgary'.11
pall bearerHe was a pall bearer Funeral of Bruce Leslie Townshend on 31 March 1964 in Leyden's Funeral Home Chapel, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG.12
LivingClyde Arthur Walker was living in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, in 1965. Clyde was listed as a salesman. Flo's occupation was not listed.13
LivingHe was living in 72 Winslow Ave., Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, in 1968. Clyde was a salsman, Florence an order clerk.14
LivingHe was living in Calgary, Alberta, CanadaG, in 1992. He was mentioned as a surviving brother in the obituary for Lorne Walker.15

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S18291] Birth Registration
  3. [S18292] 1931 Census of Canada
  4. [S3177] Marriage certificate from NB Archives
  5. [S3312] City Directory - Calgary 1955
  6. [S3313] City Directory - Calgary 1956
  7. [S3314] City Directory - Calgary 1957
  8. [S3315] City Directory - Calgary 1958
  9. [S16794] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980
  10. [S20689] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980
  11. [S5519] Moncton Times & Transcript
  12. [S5375] Funeral Card - Bruce Leslie Townshend
  13. [S16793] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980
  14. [S16795] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980
  15. [S2106] The Times & Transcript, Moncton, New Brunswick

Alice Alberta McKinley1

F, #130, b. 4 February 1917, d. 24 July 1997
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Alice Alberta McKinley, ca. 1937
Alice Alberta McKinley, ca. 1955

Parents

FatherAlfred Alexander McKinley b. 16 December 1890, d. 12 August 1937
MotherBeulah Ray Butland b. About 1893
RelationshipsPartner of Lorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker (uncle of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 12 October 2025 16:24:12
NameAlice Alberta McKinley was also known as Alice McKinley.1
NameShe was also known as Alice Alberta Walker.
ReligionReligion: Alice Alberta McKinley was a member of Central United Church in Moncton.2
BirthShe was born on 4 February 1917 in Point Wolfe, Albert County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, . The informant for her Late Registration of Birth was her mother, dated 2 February 1946, at Alma, Albert County, New Brunswick.3,4
MarriageShe married Lorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker son of Arthur Preston Walker and Ella Mae Townshend, on 22 June 1946, in Central United Church, 154 Queen St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.089611, -64.778564G; there were no children. Lorne was a brakeman for the C.N.R., a bachelor, living at 218 Robinson St., Moncton. Alice was a waitress, spinster, living at #14 Victoria Apts., Robinson St., Moncton.2
Principal 2Alice Alberta McKinley and Lorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker lived in 40 Bromley Ave., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.097143, -64.790409G.1
The last residence of Lorne & Alice (McKinley) Walker, 40 Bromley Ave. (left side) and Arthur & Ella May (Townshend) Walker, 42 Bromley Ave. (right side), Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
DeathShe died on 24 July 1997 in The Moncton Hospital, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.104977, -64.806150G.3,5
FuneralThe funeral was held on 26 July 1997 in Tuttle Brothers Funeral Chapel, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.5
BurialShe was buried on 28 July 1997 in Fair Haven Memorial Gardens; 1167 Salisbury Rd., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.058383, -64.866817G.

Lot # B-2, Grave # 162Inscription: Lorne P. / 1920-1992 | Alice A. / 1917-1997 // Together Forever / WALKER.5,3

Tombstone, Lorne Preston Walker (1920-1992), his wife Alice Alberta McKinley (1917-1997). Fair Haven Memorial Gardens, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.

Partner with Lorne Preston ("Mickey") Walker b. 11 February 1920, d. 19 June 1992

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S3177] Marriage certificate from NB Archives
  3. [S3184] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records
  4. [S11238] Late Registration of Births, Province of New Brunswick, Canada
  5. [S3185] The Guardian

George Norman Palmer1,2

M, #131, b. 22 February 1873, d. 10 March 1942
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George Palmer, member of the Central United Church choir, Moncton, N.B., 1912
George Normal Palmer (1873-1942)
George N. Palmer (1873-1942), ca. 1885. Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer.
George N. Palmer (1873-1942). Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer.
George N. Palmer (1873-1942), ca. 1883. Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer, scanned by John Elliott.

Parents

FatherAlbert Norman Palmer b. 18 February 1841, d. 17 November 1894
MotherSheloah Ann Durgan b. 19 July 1842, d. 19 April 1932
RelationshipsGrandfather of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of Frieda Ruth Palmer
Last Edited 7 September 2026 15:55:08
NameGeorge Norman Palmer was also known as George Palmer.3,4
BirthHe was born on 22 February 1873, in Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Edgar Blanchard Palmer, 1st cousin of George Norman Palmer, was the declarant for George's Late Registration of Birth, dated at Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, 31 December 1941.5,2
WitnessHe was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Albert Norman Palmer in Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. listed in the household were his wife Sheloah (Durgan) and son George Norman. Albert's occupation was listed as merchant (possibly a butcher). The family religion was listed as Free Baptist.6
1881 census return for the household of Albert Norman Palmer. Listed in the household were his wife Sheloah (Durgan) and son George Norman. Albert's occupation was listed as merchant (possibly a butcher). The family religion was listed as Free Baptist.
SonGeorge Norman Palmer was enumerated on the census on 20 April 1891 in the household of Albert Norman Palmer, as a son, in Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household were his wife, Sheloah (Durgan) and son George. His occupation was listed as merchant. The family religion was Baptist. The house was described as wooden, 1.5 stories and 8 rooms.7
Household of Albert Norman Palmer in the 1891 Canada Census. Included in the household were his wife, Sheloah (Durgan) and son George. His occupation was listed as merchant. The family religion was Baptist.
LivingGeorge Norman Palmer was living in Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, in 1898. as written on his marriage certificate.8
ReligionReligion: George Norman Palmer was an F.C. Baptist.8
OccupationHe was in 1898.8

MarriageHe married Harriett Jane Brown, daughter of Charles E. Brown and Amelia Seaman. on 5 January 1898, in the Methodist Church, Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. George was 24 years old, a bachelor, Merchant's clerk, F.C. Baptist, living in Sussex. Hattie was 23 years old, a spinster, Methodist, living in Sussex.9,10
WitnessGeorge Norman Palmer was enumerated on the census in 1901 in the household of William Brown in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Early in their marriage, George and Hattie (Brown) Palmer, my maternal grandparents, were lodgers in the household of William Brown. It is not yet known if there is a reationship between William and Hattie. This would have been a boarding house, as there were twenty one other people listed as lodgers in the 1901 census, including William F. Hicks and his wife Theora A. Gibson, my 1st cousin, 3r. George was listed as being a clerk, and a Baptist.11
1901 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of William Brown, who operated a boarding house. George and Hattie (Brown) Palmer were among the twenty three lodgers at this census.
CensusGeorge Norman Palmer was head of the household in the census in 1921 in 199 Highfield St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with George (age 48) were his wife Hattie Brown (age 46), their children Albert (age 18) & Frieda (age 15), his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer (age 78) and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown (age 73). George was an accountant. Albert & Frieda were students in school. The family religion was Methodist except for the mother and mother-in-law, who were Baptists.4
1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of George Norman Palmer, his wife Hattie Brown, their children Albert & Frieda, his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown. Census image courtesy of Library & Archives Canada.
199 Highfield St. Moncton
OccupationHe was.2

Biographical Note

Entry in Prominent People of New Brunswick: "Palmer, George Norman. Regional Auditor, Canadian National Railway, Moncton, N.B., was born at Hampstead in the County of Queens, on February 22nd, 1873, the son of Albert Palmer and Sheloa A. Durgan.

After finishing school in New Brunswick, Mr. Palmer spent about two years in the west in the hotel business and on railway construction work. Returning east he was about one year in Boston as a salesman. He resigned this position and returned to New Brunswick, where he took a special course in bookkeeping and accountancy, at the conclusion of which he accepted a position with Messrs. Huestis & White, later the Sussex Mercantile Company. After four years with that firm he joined the staff of the Imperial Oil Co. at St. John. Nine months later he entered the service of the Intercolonial Railroad as clerk in the accounting department. He was appointed Chief Clerk, Auditor of Disbursements, Intercolonial Railway, on February 1st, 1907; Auditor of Disbursements, Canadian Government Railways, Nov. 17th, 1918; Regional Comptroller, Canadian National Railways, April 15th, 1929. On June 1st, 1930, the title of that position was changed to that of Regional auditor, Canadian National Railways.

Mr. Palmer is a member of the Moncton City Club, the Knights of Pythias. He is interested in gardening, fishing, automobiling.

On January 5th, 1898, Mr. Palmer married Harriet J. Brown. They have two boys and one girl. Albert Harold the eldest boy, was born December 11th, 1902. Having graduated from Moncton High School he obtained his B.Sc. degree from Mount Allison University, Sackville, and his Ph.D. degree from Columbia University, New York. Since graduating he is on the faculty of of the Department of Chemistry, University and Bellevue Hospital, Medical College, New York University, New York. The other boy, John Hugh, was born January 21st, 1928. He is now attending school (4th grade). The girl, Frieda Ruth, was born on March 25th, 1906, and married George L. Walker, who is Treasurer and Town Clerk of Sackville.

Mr. Palmer is a Baptist. Address, Moncton, N.B."12

CensusHe was head of the household in the census in 1931 in 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of George N. Palmer (age 55) were his wife, Hattie Brown (age 53), their daughter Frieda (age 25) and their adopted son John (age 3). George was the Regional Auditor for the Railway Offices, Frieda was a stenographer for the Railway Offices. The family religion was the United Church of Canada.13
Informant - DeathHe was the informant for the Death Registration of Sheloah Ann Durgan and Sheloah Ann Durgan, who died on 19 April 1932 at home, 24 Fownes St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.14,15
ResidenceHe lived in 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.094651, -64.789970G. This was his last residence. After his death Hattie went on to live in Toronto and Halifax, where she died.3
266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, last residence of George N. Palmer.
DeathHe died on 10 March 1942, at home, 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.094651, -64.789970G. Cause of death was pararectal carcinoma, as well as chronic bronchitis and chronic myocarditis. The informant for his Certificate of Registration of Death was his daughter, Frieda.2
BurialHe was buried on 13 March 1942 in the Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, Canada, 45.648450, -66.109200G.

Inscription: PALMER / George Norman Palmer / 1873-1942 / His Daughter / Frieda Ruth Palmer / B. 25 Mar. 1906 / D. 11 Feb. 1995.2,16

Tombstone, George Norman Palmer (1873-1942) and his daughter Frieda Ruth Palmer (1906-1995), Palmer Family Cemetery, Central Hampstead, New Brunswick, Canada.

Children with Harriett Jane Brown b. 20 April 1874, d. 12 August 1967

SonDr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer+ b. 11 December 1902, d. 10 April 1945
DaughterFrieda Ruth Palmer+ b. 25 March 1906, d. 12 February 1995
Adopted SonJohn Hugh Palmer b. 21 January 1928

Citations

  1. [S1848] Late Registration of Birth, Province of New Brunswick
  2. [S432] Death Certificate - George Norman Palmer
  3. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  4. [S9131] 1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  5. [S8192] Certificate of Registration of Birth
  6. [S3642] 1881 Canada Census
  7. [S3643] 1891 Canada Census
  8. [S75] Marriage certificate from NB Archives
  9. [S2969] Marriage certificate from NB Archives - George Palmer & Hattie Brown
  10. [S19631] Marriage Registration
  11. [S3644] 1901 Canada Census
  12. [S124] Prominent People of New Brunswick
  13. [S18460] 1931 Census of Canada, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada
  14. [S6795] Certificate of Registration of Death - Sheloa Ann (Durgan) Heffer
  15. [S3812] Cemetery Marker - Albert Norman Palmer (1841-1894)
  16. [S14699] Cemetery Marker, Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, Canada

Harriett Jane Brown1,2

F, #132, b. 20 April 1874, d. 12 August 1967
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Tintype of Hattie Jane Brown, ca. 1880.
Hattie (Brown) Palmer in Montréal, Québec.
Hattie Brown, member of the Central United Church choir, Moncton, New Brunswick.
Hattie (Brown) Palmer eel fishing.
Hattie Brown

Parents

FatherCharles E. Brown b. 9 April 1848, d. Before 1911
MotherAmelia Seaman b. 16 May 1848, d. 17 May 1928
RelationshipsGrandmother of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of Frieda Ruth Palmer
Last Edited 24 September 2026 10:55:58
NameHarriett Jane Brown was also known as Harriett Jane Palmer.
NameShe was also known as Hattie Brown.1
NameShe was also known as Hattie Palmer.
BirthShe was born on 20 April 1874, in Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Charles E. Brown, as a daughter, in Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Charles (age 33) were his wife Amelia (age 33), sons Stanley (age 9), Harry (age 4), daughter Hattie (age 7) & Daisy (age 2) and Sarah (Lutes) (age 72), mother of Charles (Sarah's surname was entered incorrectly as Brown). Charles was a labourer. Charles and his immediate family were Baptists, Sarah was Methodist.3
1881 Canada Census, Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick. Household of Charles Brown, his wife Amelia Seaman, children Stanley, Hattie, Harrie & Daisy, and Sarah (Gibson) Brown, mother of Amelia.
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 25 April 1891 in the household of Charles E. Brown, as a daughter, in Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Charles (age 43) was head of household in the 1891 census, with his wife Amelia (age 42), sons Stanley (age 20), Harry (age 15) and Harly/Harold (13), daughters Hattie (age 18) and Daisy (age 6). His occupation was listed as "Section Foreman I.C.R." (I.C.R. was the Inter Colonial Railway). His son Stanley was listed as a telephone operator. The family religion was Baptist. Their house was described as wooden, 1.5 stories and 7 rooms.4
1891 Canada Census, Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick. Household of Charles Brown, his wife Amelia Seaman, their children Stanley, Hattie, Harry, Harold and Daisy.
VisitShe visited in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, on 16 June 1894 "Miss Hattie Brown of Sussex (Kings Co.) is spending a few days in Moncton the guest of her uncle, Ald. Geo. Seamans."5
Biographical NoteFollowing the 1897 fire in Central Methodist Church (now United) in Moncton organist Harry Watts departed and Harriett became interim organist. in 1897.6
ReligionReligion: Harriett Jane Brown was a Methodist.7
MarriageShe married George Norman Palmer, son of Albert Norman Palmer and Sheloah Ann Durgan. on 5 January 1898, in the Methodist Church, Sussex, Kings County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. George was 24 years old, a bachelor, Merchant's clerk, F.C. Baptist, living in Sussex. Hattie was 23 years old, a spinster, Methodist, living in Sussex.8,9
WitnessHarriett Jane Brown was enumerated on the census in 1901 in the household of William Brown in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Early in their marriage, George and Hattie (Brown) Palmer, my maternal grandparents, were lodgers in the household of William Brown. It is not yet known if there is a reationship between William and Hattie. This would have been a boarding house, as there were twenty one other people listed as lodgers in the 1901 census, including William F. Hicks and his wife Theora A. Gibson, my 1st cousin, 3r. George was listed as being a clerk, and a Baptist.10
1901 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of William Brown, who operated a boarding house. George and Hattie (Brown) Palmer were among the twenty three lodgers at this census.
Biographical NoteBetween 1917 and 1921 Hattie was the organist at Central United Church in Moncton, New Brunswick, for several periods from 1917 to 1921. She was described as "one of those indispensible people in any congregation". As an accomplished singer and music teacher, for more than 25 years she directed musicals and drama groups in the church, acted as pianist, and even led the orchestra on occasion.6
WifeShe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of George Norman Palmer, as his wife, in 199 Highfield St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with George (age 48) were his wife Hattie Brown (age 46), their children Albert (age 18) & Frieda (age 15), his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer (age 78) and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown (age 73). George was an accountant. Albert & Frieda were students in school. The family religion was Methodist except for the mother and mother-in-law, who were Baptists.11
1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of George Norman Palmer, his wife Hattie Brown, their children Albert & Frieda, his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown. Census image courtesy of Library & Archives Canada.
199 Highfield St. Moncton
WifeShe was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of George Norman Palmer, as his wife, in 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of George N. Palmer (age 55) were his wife, Hattie Brown (age 53), their daughter Frieda (age 25) and their adopted son John (age 3). George was the Regional Auditor for the Railway Offices, Frieda was a stenographer for the Railway Offices. The family religion was the United Church of Canada.12
ResidenceShe lived in 1962 in Apt. 103, 1840 Bathurst St., Toronto, Ontario, CanadaG. Hattie and her adopted son Jack lived at this address, until he drained her bank account and left, never to return. She called her daughter Frieda for help. Frieda flew to Toronto from Halifax to assess the situation. It was obvious that Hattie was left in dire straits, and the only recourse was to move Hattie and her possessions to Halifax, where she was to live with George and Frieda.13
DeathShe died on 12 August 1967 in Sackville, Halifax County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG. Elmwood Cemetery records show Hattie as having died in Sackville, N.B. In fact, she died in a nursing home in Sackville, Nova Scotia (personal knowledge).1
BurialShe was buried on 15 August 1967 in Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.109183, -64.775750G.

Inscription: PALMER / Prof. Albert H. Palmer Ph. D. / 1903-1945 / Harriet J. Palmer / 1874-1967 Back: George L. Walker / 1912-1981 / PALMER.1

Tombstone, Albert Harold Palmer (1902-1945), his mother Hattie (Brown) Palmer (1874-1967), and his brother-in-law, George Leslie Walker (1912-1981), Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
Back inscription.
HeirloomHeirlooms of Hattie include this perfume bottle, from which vapours still flow when the top is removed some 60 years after her death.

Hattie Palmer's perfume bottle.

Children with George Norman Palmer b. 22 February 1873, d. 10 March 1942

SonDr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer+ b. 11 December 1902, d. 10 April 1945
DaughterFrieda Ruth Palmer+ b. 25 March 1906, d. 12 February 1995
Adopted SonJohn Hugh Palmer b. 21 January 1928

Citations

  1. [S50] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records
  2. [S432] Death Certificate - George Norman Palmer
  3. [S1335] Census 1881: Canada
  4. [S3638] 1891 Canada Census
  5. [S6553] Vital Statistics from New Brunswick Newspapers
  6. [S2358] The Word and the Music ~ the Story of Moncton's Central United Church and its Methodist Roots
  7. [S75] Marriage certificate from NB Archives
  8. [S2969] Marriage certificate from NB Archives - George Palmer & Hattie Brown
  9. [S19631] Marriage Registration
  10. [S3644] 1901 Canada Census
  11. [S9131] 1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  12. [S18460] 1931 Census of Canada, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada
  13. [S2159] Toronto City Directory

Dr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer1

M, #133, b. 11 December 1902, d. 10 April 1945
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Albert Harold Palmer (1902-1945), ca. 1932.
Albert & Frieda Palmer on a woodpile in Moncton, New Brunswick, ca. 1913.
Albert Palmer, ca. 1904
Albert & Frieda Palmer, ca. 1908
Albert & Frieda Palmer, ca. 1909.
Albert Palmer with pet dog, ca
Albert & Frieda Palmer, ca. 1906.

Parents

FatherGeorge Norman Palmer b. 22 February 1873, d. 10 March 1942
MotherHarriett Jane Brown b. 20 April 1874, d. 12 August 1967
RelationshipsUncle of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 7 September 2026 15:51:33
NameDr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer was also known as Albert Palmer.2
OccupationHe conducted medical research on pituitary glands at the Banting Institute in Toronto.3
BirthHe was born on 11 December 1902 at home, St. George St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. The informant for his Late Registration of Birth was his mother, dated at Moncton, New Brunswick, 9 September 1927.4,5
WitnessHe was included in a group photograph with Frieda Ruth Palmer , About 1913 in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.6
Frieda PalmerunknownunknownunknownunknownAlbert Palmer
Frieda (lower right) and Albert Palmer (upper left) on a wood pile in Moncton, ca. 1913.
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1921 in the household of George Norman Palmer, as a son, in 199 Highfield St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with George (age 48) were his wife Hattie Brown (age 46), their children Albert (age 18) & Frieda (age 15), his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer (age 78) and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown (age 73). George was an accountant. Albert & Frieda were students in school. The family religion was Methodist except for the mother and mother-in-law, who were Baptists.7
1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of George Norman Palmer, his wife Hattie Brown, their children Albert & Frieda, his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown. Census image courtesy of Library & Archives Canada.
199 Highfield St. Moncton
Border CrossingDr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer crossed the border on 6 September 1932 at in Calais, Maine, USAG. Albert crossed the border from St. Stephen, New Brunswick, on his way to attend Columbia University, New York City.8
Border crossing at Calais, Maine.
MarriageHe married Jessie Macdonald Hart daughter of Albert William Hart and Eva M. Hart, on 11 September 1938 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.3
CensusDr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer was head of the household in the census on 3 April 1940 in East 22nd St., New York, New York, USAG. Enumerated in the household with Albert (age 36) were his wife Jessie Hart (age 28) and their son Ian (age 10 months). Albert's occupation was recorded as a teacher.9
1940 US Census - Albert, Jessie & Ian Palmer. New York City, New York.
LivingHe was living in 219 South Sparks St., State College, Pennsylvania, USAG, on 16 February 1942. Albert was an employee at Pennsylvania State College.5
DeathHe died on 10 April 1945 in Toronto General Hospital, Toronto, York County, Ontario, CanadaG. He died suddenly from an aneurysm induced heart attack at the age of 42. The informant for Albert's Death Certificate was Dr. Best of the Banting Institute in Toronto, where Albert once conducted research. The cause of death recorded on his death certificate was Arterio sclerotic Heart Disease.10,11
Death Certificate - Albert Harold Palmer (1902-1945).
BurialHe was buried on 14 April 1945 in Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada, 46.109183, -64.775750G.

Inscription: PALMER / Prof. Albert H. Palmer Ph. D. / 1903-1945 / Harriet J. Palmer / 1874-1967 Back: George L. Walker / 1912-1981 / PALMER.12

Tombstone, Albert Harold Palmer (1902-1945), his mother Hattie (Brown) Palmer (1874-1967), and his brother-in-law, George Leslie Walker (1912-1981), Elmwood Cemetery, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada.
Back inscription.

Child with Jessie Macdonald Hart b. 6 March 1912, d. 16 October 2010

SonIan Hart Palmer b. 17 June 1939, d. 28 July 2020

Citations

  1. [S1271] Public Archives of New Brunswick, MC1156 Graves Papers P-R
  2. [S7482] Personal communication
  3. [S2108] Jessie (Hart) Parsons, personal communication
  4. [S9132] Late Registration of Birth
  5. [S20424] U.S. World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
  6. [S3455] Group Photo: Frieda & Albert Palmer with other children on a woodpile
  7. [S9131] 1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  8. [S6036] Alphabetical Manifest Cards of Alien Arrivals at Calais, Maine, ca. 1906-1952, Microfilm Serial M2042, Roll 4.
  9. [S20425] 1940 United States Federal Census, New York, New York, New York
  10. [S20423] Death Certificate - Albert Harold Palmer
  11. [S107] Ian Palmer, personal communication
  12. [S50] Elmwood Cemetery Office Records

John Hugh Palmer1

M, #134, b. 21 January 1928
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Adoptive FatherGeorge Norman Palmer b. 22 February 1873, d. 10 March 1942
Adoptive MotherHarriett Jane Brown b. 20 April 1874, d. 12 August 1967
RelationshipsUncle of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 17 August 2026 10:35:13
NameJohn Hugh Palmer was also known as Jack Palmer.2
DeathHe died in probably Los Angeles, California, USAG. The writer has yet to locate death or burial records.
BirthHe was born on 21 January 1928, in Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. he was adopted when he was about three years old, from an orphanage in Moncton.3,4,1
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of George Norman Palmer, as a son, in 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of George N. Palmer (age 55) were his wife, Hattie Brown (age 53), their daughter Frieda (age 25) and their adopted son John (age 3). George was the Regional Auditor for the Railway Offices, Frieda was a stenographer for the Railway Offices. The family religion was the United Church of Canada.5
LivingJohn Hugh Palmer was living in 118 Vaughn Rd., Toronto, Ontario, CanadaG, in 1951.1
OccupationNiagara Falls, New York, USA in 1951 John Hugh Palmer was 3 February 1952 an accountant with Prudential Insurance Co. of America in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, USAU.S., Border Crossings from Canada to U.S., 1895-1960, John Hugh PalmerG.6

Border CrossingHe crossed the border on 22 October 1951 at in Niagara Falls, New York, USAG. Jack was an accountant, on a business trip to Los Angeles, to visit offices of Prudential Insurance Company of America. [Note: On the border crossing manifest he stated that his mother was living at that time at 1147 Wilson Ave., Montreal. In fact, the address should be 4811 Wilson Ave., where she was living with the George and Frieda (Palmer) Walker family.].1
Border crossing at Niagara Falls, 22 October 1951, Jack Palmer.
Border CrossingHe crossed the border on 9 February 1952 at in Niagara Falls, New York, USAG. At this border crossing he declared that he was single. He was married in 1948 and at his border crossing in 1951 he declared that he was married. Apparently he was divorced within the past year.7
LivingHe was living in Apt. 103, 1840 Bathurst St., Toronto, Ontario, CanadaG, in 1962. Hattie and her adopted son Jack lived at this address, until he drained her bank account and left, never to return. She called her daughter Frieda for help. Frieda flew to Toronto from Halifax to assess the situation. It was obvious that Hattie was left in dire straits, and the only recourse was to move Hattie and her possessions to Halifax, where she was to live with George and Frieda.8

Citations

  1. [S7483] Border Crossing Manifest
  2. [S7482] Personal communication
  3. [S124] Prominent People of New Brunswick
  4. [S2108] Jessie (Hart) Parsons, personal communication
  5. [S18460] 1931 Census of Canada, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada
  6. [S21310] U.S., Border Crossings from Canada to U.S., 1895-1960, John Hugh Palmer
  7. [S21311] Border Crossing - Jack Palmer
  8. [S2159] Toronto City Directory

Jessie Macdonald Hart1

F, #135, b. 6 March 1912, d. 16 October 2010
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Jessie MacDonald Hart (1912- 2010), c. 1934

Parents

FatherAlbert William Hart b. 24 November 1877
MotherEva M. Hart d. 7 March 1918
RelationshipsPartner of Dr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer (uncle of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 2 May 2024 19:21:55
NameJessie Macdonald Hart was also known as Jessie Hart.
NameShe was also known as Jessie Macdonald Palmer.
NameShe was also known as Jessie Macdonald Parsons.
BirthShe was born on 6 March 1912, in Sydney, Cape Breton County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.2
MarriageShe married first Dr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer son of George Norman Palmer and Harriett Jane Brown, on 11 September 1938 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.2
wifeJessie Macdonald Hart was a wife of Dr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer on 16 February 1942 in 219 South Sparks St., State College, Pennsylvania, USAG.3
MarriageShe married second Ralph S. Parsons son of Albert Parsons and Ruby L., on 2 January 1962 in Windsor, Nova ScotiaG.2
DeathJessie Macdonald Hart died on 16 October 2010 in Windsor Elms United Church Senior Citizen's Home, Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.4
BurialShe was buried in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia, Canada, 44.98044, -64.13205G.

Inscription: PARSONS / Valentyne / Churchill / Feb. 14, 1894 / Dec. 23, 1960 | Ralph S. / Parsons / Apr. 21, 1893 / Nov. 6, 1978 | Jessie Hart / Palmer / Mar. 6, 1912 / Oct. 16, 2010.5

Tombstone, Ralph S. Parsons (1893-1978), his first wife Valentyne Churchill (1894-1960), his second wife Jessie (Hart) Palmer (1912-2010). Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Child with Dr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer b. 11 December 1902, d. 10 April 1945

SonIan Hart Palmer b. 17 June 1939, d. 28 July 2020

Partner with Ralph S. Parsons b. 21 April 1893, d. 6 November 1978

Citations

  1. [S103] History of the Hart Family, Cape Breton Branch
  2. [S2108] Jessie (Hart) Parsons, personal communication
  3. [S20424] U.S. World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
  4. [S107] Ian Palmer, personal communication
  5. [S9228] Cemetery marker

Ian Hart Palmer

M, #136, b. 17 June 1939, d. 28 July 2020
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Ian Hart Palmer (1939-2020).
Ian Hart Palmer (1939-2020).

Parents

FatherDr. (Prof.) Albert Harold Palmer b. 11 December 1902, d. 10 April 1945
MotherJessie Macdonald Hart b. 6 March 1912, d. 16 October 2010
Relationships1st cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 6 January 2026 13:50:36
NameIan Hart Palmer was also known as Ian Palmer.1
BirthHe was born on 17 June 1939, in New York City, New York, USAG.2
Alt-Birth DateAn alternate recorded birth date is on 17 June 1940.3
EducationHe completed high school at in King's College, Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.
EducationHe graduated in 1967 from Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaG, with a degree in dental surgery.
DeathHe died on 28 July 2020 in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.2
BurialHe was buried in Maplewood Cemetery, Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia, CanadaG.2

Citations

  1. [S89] Personal Knowledge
  2. [S3977] Marion (Smith) Palmer, personal communication
  3. [S103] History of the Hart Family, Cape Breton Branch

Albert Norman Palmer

M, #144, b. 18 February 1841, d. 17 November 1894
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Albert Norman Palmer (1841-1894). Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer.
Albert Norman Palmer (1841-1894). Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer, scanned by John Elliott.

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FatherStephen Palmer b. 30 October 1802, d. 23 September 1872
MotherPhebe E. Coy b. 19 March 1812, d. 21 November 1883
RelationshipsGreat-grandfather of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of Frieda Ruth Palmer
Last Edited 7 June 2024 17:43:41
NameAlbert Norman Palmer was also known as Albert Palmer.1
BirthHe was born on 18 February 1841, in Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1861 in the household of Stephen Palmer, as a son, in Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Included in the household with Stephen (age 57) were his wife Phebe Coy (age 48), their children Emma (age 25), Daniel (age 23), Albert (age 20), Frances (age 13), Phebe (age 10) and Alice (age 7). Stephen's occupation was listed as farmer. The family religion was Free Baptist.3
1861 Census, Hampstead, New Brunswick. Household of Stephen Palmer. Included in the household were his wife Phebe (Coy), Emma, Daniel, Albert, Frances, Phebe and Alice. Stephen's occupation was listed as farmer. The family religion was Free Baptist.
MarriageAlbert Norman Palmer married Sheloah Ann Durgan daughter of Thomas Durgan, Esq., and Catherine Gerow, on 26 March 1868 in the residence of George Gerow, Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.4,5,6,7
CensusAlbert Norman Palmer was head of the household in the census in 1871 in Parish of Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.

included in the household with Albert (age 30) was his wife wife Sheloah Durgan (age 28). Her name was entered in the census return was Cheloe (oral history has it that her name was pronounced 'Sheloy'. His occupation was entered as "tradesman", and their religion was Free Christian Baptist.

Living in Hampstead. [Brøderbund Family Archive #118, Ed. 1, Canadian Genealogy Index, 1600s - 1900s, Date of Import: Aug 17, 1999, Internal Ref. #1.118.1.65573.16]

Individual: Palmer, Albert

Event: Living

Year: 1871

Place: Hampstead

Province of record source: New Brunswick, County of record source: Queen's

Source: New Brunswick Directory for 1871.

Publisher: The Genealogical Research Library

Publication place: Toronto

Publication year: 1984, Volume/Page(s): 77.8,9

1871 census, household of Albert and Sheloah (Durgan) Palmer. Their first child, Minnie Reud, died an infant two years previously. Sheloah's name was entered in the census return was Cheloe (oral history has it that she was pronounced 'Sheloy'. His occupation was entered as "tradesman", and their religion was Free Christian Baptist.
CensusHe was head of the household in the census in 1881 in Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. listed in the household were his wife Sheloah (Durgan) and son George Norman. Albert's occupation was listed as merchant (possibly a butcher). The family religion was listed as Free Baptist.10
1881 census return for the household of Albert Norman Palmer. Listed in the household were his wife Sheloah (Durgan) and son George Norman. Albert's occupation was listed as merchant (possibly a butcher). The family religion was listed as Free Baptist.
WitnessHe was a witness at the marriage of James Norton Wetmore and Anna Jane Durgan on 18 May 1882 in home of the bride's father, Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.11,12,13
Biographical NoteIn June 1882

He was first elected to the House of Assembly of New Brunswick as one of the members for Queens County, at the G.E. of June, 1882, with Thomas Hetherington, Esq. as colleague. He was re-elected at the G.E.'s of April 26, 1886, and January 1890, and sat as member until the dissolution of the Legislature in 1892, when he retired from active political life. At the Session of 1886, he was chosen Deputy Speaker of the House. He died, November 14th, 1894, at his residence, Hampstead, New Brunswick, aged fifty-three years. He is buried in the Palmer Family Burying Ground, Central Hampstead. Survived by his widow and one son. Mrs. Palmer married a second time, to a Mr. Heffer, Sussex, N.B. She died in 1932, aged eighty-nine years. In Politics: Liberal. In Religion: a Baptist.

Comments: Search by David Walker (Dec. 1999), (www.gov.nb.ca/scripts/supply/archives/privecs/famrecs/biographpices/surname.asp) found an Albert Palmer (1841-1894). His profession was described as MLA for Queens County, NB ref. MC1156, Vol. 8, part 2, p. 34. [Broderbund Family Archive #118, Ed. 1, Canadian Genealogy Index, 1600's- 1900's, Date of Import: Aug. 17, 1999, Internal Ref. #1.118.1.65573.16] Individual: Palmer, Albert Event: Living Year: 1871 Place: Hampstead Province of record source: New Brunswick County of record: Queens Comment: Butcher Source: New Brunswick Directory for 1871. Publisher: The Genealogical Research Library Publication place: Toronto Publication year: 1984 Volume/Page(s): 77.

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CensusAlbert Norman Palmer was head of the household in the census on 20 April 1891 in Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household were his wife, Sheloah (Durgan) and son George. His occupation was listed as merchant. The family religion was Baptist. The house was described as wooden, 1.5 stories and 8 rooms.14
Household of Albert Norman Palmer in the 1891 Canada Census. Included in the household were his wife, Sheloah (Durgan) and son George. His occupation was listed as merchant. The family religion was Baptist.
DeathHe died on 17 November 1894, at his residence, Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG; "Albert PALMER, ex-M.P.P. for Queens Co., died at his residence, Hampstead, Wednesday. Mr. Palmer was first elected to the House of Assembly in 1881 and was again elected in 1886 and 1890. He did not offer for the present house. At the session of 1886 he was elected deputy speaker and during the two Houses satisfactorily discharged the duties of that office, as he had those of warden of the county before he went to the Legislature. Mr. Palmer was born at Hampstead and lived there all his life. For a long time he carried on business as a trader. He married in 1868 Miss Sheloh A. DURGAN of this city. In general politics he was a Liberal. He was probably on the sunny side of 60 years of age." (The Times). "The death of Albert PALMER, which took place at his home in Hampstead (Queens Co.) Saturday last, will be heard with regret. Mr. Palmer was a representative in the local Legislature from Queens Co. from 1882 to 1892, the last six years of which he filled the position of deputy speaker of the house. He also served his native county as councillor and warden. George PALMER, a son of the deceased, at present a clerk in the store of Heustis & White, was called home Saturday and only reached there a few hours before his father's death." (Kings County Record).15,16,5
BurialHe was buried in the Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. row 2, stone 3, grey marble obelisk. In Memoriam / Albert Palmer / Died / Nov. 17, 1894 / Aged 54 Years / PALMER.Right: His Wife / Sheloa Ann / 1842-1932.1
Tombstone, Albert Norman Palmer (1841-1894) and his wife Sheloah Durgan (1842-1932), Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, Canada.
Front inscription.

Children with Sheloah Ann Durgan b. 19 July 1842, d. 19 April 1932

DaughterMinnie Reud Palmer b. 22 February 1869, d. 18 September 1869
SonGeorge Norman Palmer+ b. 22 February 1873, d. 10 March 1942

Citations

  1. [S3812] Cemetery Marker - Albert Norman Palmer (1841-1894)
  2. [S202] Lorna W. Burke
  3. [S8366] 1861 Canada Census, Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick
  4. [S1850] PANB - Index RS551A - Index to Marriage Bonds, 1810-1932
  5. [S2606] Ancestry.ca - One World Tree - Sheloa Ann Durgan
  6. [S2811] Christian Visitor
  7. [S9366] Morning News
  8. [S3640] 1871 Canada Census
  9. [S1272] Broderbund Family Archives #118, Ed. 1, Canadian Genealogy
  10. [S3642] 1881 Canada Census
  11. [S2812] Queens County New Brunswick Marriages: Books B & C, 1861-1887
  12. [S2603] Ancestry.ca - One World Tree - Anna J. Durgan
  13. [S9365] Daily News
  14. [S3643] 1891 Canada Census
  15. [S9367] The Times
  16. [S9368] Kings County Record

Sheloah Ann Durgan1

F, #145, b. 19 July 1842, d. 19 April 1932
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Sheloah Ann (Durgan) Palmer (1842-1932). Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer.
Sheloah Ann (Durgan) Palmer (1842-1932). Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer.
Sheloah Ann (Durgan) Palmer (1842-1932). Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer, scanned by John Elliott.
Sheloah Ann (Durgan) Palmer (1842-1932). Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer.

Parents

FatherThomas Durgan, Esq. b. 1794, d. 5 March 1882
MotherCatherine Gerow b. 1797, d. 24 June 1870
RelationshipsGreat-grandmother of David Arthur Walker
Chart MembershipAncestors of Frieda Ruth Palmer
Last Edited 24 March 2026 16:45:04
NameSheloah Ann Durgan was also known as Sheloah Ann Palmer.
NameShe was also known as Sheloah Ann Heffer.2
NameShe was also known as Sheloah Durgan.3
NameShe was also known as Sheloa Durgan.4
BirthShe was born on 19 July 1842 in Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2,5,6
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census in 1861 in the household of Thomas Durgan, Esq., as a daughter, in Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Included in the household were his wife, Catherine (Gerow),, daughter Sheloah (Cheloe) and Alice Smith. Her relationship to Thomas is not known, but the entry in the census appears to be 'Grand Daughter'.7
1861 census, Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick. Household of Thomas Durgan. Included in the household were his wife, Catherine (Gerow),, daughter Sheloah (Cheloe) and Alice Smith.
MarriageShe married first Albert Norman Palmer son of Stephen Palmer and Phebe E. Coy, on 26 March 1868 in the residence of George Gerow, Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, the officiating clergyman was Rev. Timothy Harley, George W. Gerow (Sheloa's uncle), Co-Signer.1,8,9,10
WitnessSheloah Ann Durgan was enumerated on the census in 1871 in the household of Albert Norman Palmer in Parish of Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.

included in the household with Albert (age 30) was his wife wife Sheloah Durgan (age 28). Her name was entered in the census return was Cheloe (oral history has it that her name was pronounced 'Sheloy'. His occupation was entered as "tradesman", and their religion was Free Christian Baptist.

Living in Hampstead. [Brøderbund Family Archive #118, Ed. 1, Canadian Genealogy Index, 1600s - 1900s, Date of Import: Aug 17, 1999, Internal Ref. #1.118.1.65573.16]

Individual: Palmer, Albert

Event: Living

Year: 1871

Place: Hampstead

Province of record source: New Brunswick, County of record source: Queen's

Source: New Brunswick Directory for 1871.

Publisher: The Genealogical Research Library

Publication place: Toronto

Publication year: 1984, Volume/Page(s): 77.11,12

1871 census, household of Albert and Sheloah (Durgan) Palmer. Their first child, Minnie Reud, died an infant two years previously. Sheloah's name was entered in the census return was Cheloe (oral history has it that she was pronounced 'Sheloy'. His occupation was entered as "tradesman", and their religion was Free Christian Baptist.
ReligionReligion: Sheloah Ann Durgan was a Free Christian Baptist.13
CensusShe was head of the household in the census in 1871 in Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.13
WitnessShe was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Albert Norman Palmer in Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. listed in the household were his wife Sheloah (Durgan) and son George Norman. Albert's occupation was listed as merchant (possibly a butcher). The family religion was listed as Free Baptist.14
1881 census return for the household of Albert Norman Palmer. Listed in the household were his wife Sheloah (Durgan) and son George Norman. Albert's occupation was listed as merchant (possibly a butcher). The family religion was listed as Free Baptist.
WifeShe was enumerated on the census on 20 April 1891 in the household of Albert Norman Palmer, as his wife, in Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. included in the household were his wife, Sheloah (Durgan) and son George. His occupation was listed as merchant. The family religion was Baptist. The house was described as wooden, 1.5 stories and 8 rooms.15
Household of Albert Norman Palmer in the 1891 Canada Census. Included in the household were his wife, Sheloah (Durgan) and son George. His occupation was listed as merchant. The family religion was Baptist.
MarriageShe married second Thomas Heffer After 1895.2
LivingShe was living in 24 Fownes St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, (from 1907).2
MotherShe appeared on the census in 1921 in the household of George Norman Palmer as his mother, in 199 Highfield St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3
1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick. Household of George Norman Palmer, his wife Hattie Brown, their children Albert & Frieda, his mother Sheloah (Durgan) Heffer and mother-in-law Amelia (Seaman) Brown. Census image courtesy of Library & Archives Canada.
199 Highfield St. Moncton
DeathShe died on 19 April 1932, at in at home, 24 Fownes St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG; cause of death was recorded as "senility". She was a widow at the time of her death. Her given name was recorded as Sheloa on her death certificate. The informant for her Certificate of Registration of Death was her son George N. Palmer, was living at 266 Weldon St., Moncton.2,16
FuneralThe funeral was held on 20 April 1932 in home of her son, 266 Weldon St., Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. The officiating clergyman was Rev. Robert Smartof Central United Church, Moncton.6
BurialShe was buried on 21 April 1932 in the Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. row 2, stone 3, grey marble obelisk. In Memoriam / Albert Palmer / Died / Nov. 17, 1894 / Aged 54 Years / PALMER.Right: His Wife / Sheloa Ann / 1842-1932.2,16,6
Tombstone, Albert Norman Palmer (1841-1894) and his wife Sheloah Durgan (1842-1932), Palmer Cemetery, Central Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, Canada.
Front inscription.

Children with Albert Norman Palmer b. 18 February 1841, d. 17 November 1894

DaughterMinnie Reud Palmer b. 22 February 1869, d. 18 September 1869
SonGeorge Norman Palmer+ b. 22 February 1873, d. 10 March 1942

Partner with Thomas Heffer d. Before 1932

Citations

  1. [S1850] PANB - Index RS551A - Index to Marriage Bonds, 1810-1932
  2. [S6795] Certificate of Registration of Death - Sheloa Ann (Durgan) Heffer
  3. [S9131] 1921 Canada Census, Moncton, Westmorland County, New Brunswick
  4. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.
  5. [S236] Cemetery Marker, Palmer Family Cemetery, Central Hampstead, New Brunswick
  6. [S20131] Newspapers.com
  7. [S3647] 1861 Canada Census, ABBR CEN0002 Census: 1861 Westmorland Co, NB
  8. [S2606] Ancestry.ca - One World Tree - Sheloa Ann Durgan
  9. [S2811] Christian Visitor
  10. [S9366] Morning News
  11. [S3640] 1871 Canada Census
  12. [S1272] Broderbund Family Archives #118, Ed. 1, Canadian Genealogy
  13. [S123] Census 1871: Parish of Hampstead, NB
  14. [S3642] 1881 Canada Census
  15. [S3643] 1891 Canada Census
  16. [S3812] Cemetery Marker - Albert Norman Palmer (1841-1894)
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