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Charlotte Walker

Charlotte Walker (1838-1907). Bowness Studio, Summerside. Photo courtesy of David Oulton.

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Name	Charlotte Walker was also known as Charlotte Hibbett.1
Birth	She was born on 26 January 1838, in Prince Edward IslandG.2
Marriage	She married Richard Hibbett, on 6 August 1863, in Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG. "Richard Hibbett (W)Charlotte Walker (S)marr. 6 Aug. 1863 by license, by Herbert Read, Rector.Wit. Mary & David Walker, David MontgomeryRecorded 13 Jan. 1864, C. Irving, surrogate" (Marriage Book #8, 1862-1867, p. 87)Richard Hibbett of Summerside and Charlotte Walker of Lot 19, were married by license at Kensington Lot 19, on Thursday Aug. 6th 1863, by me Herbert Read, D.D. Witnesses Elizabeth Ellis, Robert Ellis."3,4,5 Marriage Registration, Richard Hibbett and Charlotte Walker.
Census	She was head of the household in the census on 4 April 1881 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Charlotte (age 43) was listed as widowed. Also listed in the household were sons Bradford and Willard. Bradford, age 16, was listed as a tailor.6
Census	She was head of the household in the census on 31 March 1901 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Charlotte was listed as a widow, the only person living in the household.2
Death	She died on 21 May 1907.7
Burial	She was buried in St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.419900, -63.810683G. Inscription: Richard Hibbett / Died Jan 9, 1875 / AET. 44 / -- / Also His Wife / Charlotte Walker / Died May 21, 1907 / AET. 69.7 Tombstone, Richard Hibbett (1831-1875), his wife Charlotte Walker (1838-1907). St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S109] Marker Inscription
2. [S3567] 1901 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
3. [S2872] Marriage Book #8, 1862-1867 - Richard Hibbett & Charlotte Walker
4. [S5262] Marriage Record - Richard Hibbet & Charlotte Walker
5. [S2780] Marker Inscription, St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery, St. Eleanors
6. [S3568] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
7. [S2779] Marker Inscription for Charlotte Walker

William Walker¹

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Name	William Walker was also known as Willy Walker.2
Birth	He was born on 22 July 1843, in Prince Edward IslandG.3,4
Marriage	He married Catherine McMurdo, daughter of Archibald McMurdo and Janet Stavert. on 5 February 1879, in the residence of Archibald McMurdo, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. William Walker (B) Catherine McMurdo (S) Married 5 Feb. 1879, Robt. L. Patterson, Minister. Witnesses, David McMurdo & John McMurdo. (Marriage Register No. 13 1873-1887, p. 44) Married "On the 5th inst. at the residence of the bride's father, by the Rev. Robert S. Patterson, Mr. Wm. Walker to Kattie, and Peter Sinclair, Esq., Summerfield, to Maggie, only daughter of Archibald McMurdo, Esq., New Annan".5,6,7
Census	William Walker was head of the household in the census in 1881 in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William were his wife Catherine (McMurdo), daughter Ella, father David, mother Janet (Glover) and sisters Ann and Jane. William was listed as a farmer. His sister Jane was listed as a dress maker. Everyone listed belonged to the Presbyterian Church.8 1881 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of William & Catherine (McMurdo) Walker.
Census	He was head of the household in the census on 29 April 1891 in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. William was enumerated with his wife Catherine (McMurdo), daughters Ella J. and Ethel, sons Frank L. and Davis S. and William's sister Ann. They were all listed as being Presbyterian. William was a farmer. They lived next to the farm of his first cousin Thomas James Walker.3 1891 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of William & Catherine (McMurdo) Walker. Included in the household were their daughters Ella J. and Ethel, sons Frank L.and Davis S. and his sister William's Ann. They were all listed as being Presbyterian. William was a farmer. He lived next to the farm of his first cousin Thomas James Walker.
Census	He was head of the household in the census on 31 March 1901 in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. William was head of the household, with his wife Catherine, daughters Ella and Ethel, and sons Lawson and Davis. The family religion was Presbyterian. William was a farmer, Lawson & Davis farmer's sons. They lived adjacent to Thomas James and Virginia (Wiggins) Walker.9 1901 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince Edward Island, household of William Walker. William was head of the household, with his wife Catherine (McMurdo), daughters Ella and Ethel, and sons Lawson and Davis. The family religion was Presbyterian. William was a farmer, Lawson & Davis farmer's sons.
Death	He died on 29 March 1910 in Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG, Obituary: "A very sudden death occurred at Kensington on Tuesday morning. About eight o’clock William Walker, while out in the barn, felt a weak turn coming on, and returning to the house laid on a lounge. In a few minutes he passed away. Mr. Walker had not been in the best of health for some time but no serious consequences were anticipated, as he was able to be around as usual attending to the farm work. He was about 66 years of age and was one of the best known and most highly respected farmers in his district. A widow and three children, one son and two daughters, are among those who have been so suddenly called upon to mourn the loss of a beloved husband and father. The son is in Battleford Sask., and the daughters are Mrs. D. McKenzie, Kensington, and Mrs. Fred Clarke, Wilmot. Henry Walker, Summerside, and David Walker, Lynn, are brothers. Mrs. J. M. Leard, Kelvin, is a sister."10,11,12
Burial	He was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.44745, -63.62875G. Square red marble obelisk. Inscription: In Memory of / William Walker / Died / March 29 1910 / Aged 66 Yrs / His Wife / Catherine McMurdo / Died / March 9, 1936 / Aged 85 Yrs. / WALKER. Left: Ann Walker / Died / Nov 7th 1899 / Aged 51 Yrs. Right: Also His Son / F. Lawson / Died / April 23rd 1908 / Aged 26 Yrs.12 Tombstone, William Walker (1843-1910) and Catherine McMurdo (1851-1936), their son Lawson and William's sister Ann. The Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription. Left inscription. Right inscription.

Citations

1. [S362] Personal Communication
2. [S2462] Allison MacMurdo, personal communication
3. [S3010] Canada Census 1891, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
4. [S2401] Census 1901 - Lot 19 Prince County, PEI - William Walker
5. [S1335] Census 1881: Canada
6. [S2224] Marriage Register William Walker & Catherine McMurdo
7. [S2450] Marriage Announcement: William Walker & Catherine McMurdo
8. [S3188] Census 1881 Canada - William Walker (1843-1910)
9. [S3237] Census 1901 - William Walker, Lot 19 Prince County, PEI
10. [S14905] Death Record
11. [S7930] Agriculturist
12. [S3012] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Kensington

Ellen H. Walker¹

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Birth	Ellen H. Walker was born on 13 January 1846, in Prince Edward IslandG.2,1
Marriage	She married William Weir Walker son of John Walker and Jane Davidson Weir, on 16 March 1865 in the Manse, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.3,4,5 Marriage Registration, William W. Walker and Ellen H. Walker.
Wife	Ellen H. Walker was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of William Weir Walker, as his wife, in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with William (age 40) were his wife Ellen (age 34), and their children Earnest (age 16), George (age 14), Gavin (age 12), William (age 10), Newman (age 8), Mary (age 6), Stanley (age 4), Edgar (age 2) and Jessemine (age 3 months). William and his son Earnest were farmers. The family religion was Presbyterian.2 1881 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of William W. Walker, his wife Ellen, their children Earnest, George, Gavin, William, Newman, May, Stanley, Edgar and Jessamine.
Death	She died on 3 March 1888 in Mill River, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Ellen died two weeks after the birth of their daughter Margaret. "At Mill River, Lot 5, March 3rd, Ellen H. beloved wife of William W. Walker, age 42 years. [Summerside Journal Mar 15, 1888.].6,1
Burial	She was buried in Old Dock Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.80929, -64.08373G. Inscription: In / Memory of / Ellen H. / Beloved Wife of / William W. Walker / Died / Mar. 3, 1888. / AEt. 42. / -/ A precious one from / us is gone. / A voice we loved is still; / A place is vaccint (sic) in our home / which never can be filled. Right: Ada Millicent / Died / Oct. 9, 1884 / AEt. 4. / Margaret G. / Died / Feb. 21, 1888 / AEt 4 D's. / Children of / William W. & Ellen H. / WALKER.1 Tombstone, Ellen H. Walker and her two daughters, Ada Millicent and Margaret. Old Dock Cemetery, Alberton, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail. Right inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S3426] Cemetery Marker, Old Dock Cemetery, Alberton
2. [S3027] Canada Census 1881, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
3. [S3116] Marriage Book #8, 1862-1867, William W. Walker & Ellen Walker
4. [S14823] Marriage Record
5. [S131] Walker Family Bible - John Walker & Jane Weir
6. [S14107] Summerside Journal

Ann Walker¹

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Birth	Ann Walker was born on 21 April 1848, in Prince Edward IslandG.
sister	She was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of William Walker, as a sister, in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.2 1881 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of William & Catherine (McMurdo) Walker.
Census	She was head of the household in the census in 1891 in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Ann was living in the household of her brother William.3
sister	She was enumerated on the census on 17 April 1891 in the household of Jane Walker, as a sister, in Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.4 1891 Canada Census, Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of Jane (Walker) Humphrey. Jane was listed as head of household #90, a widow, with her daughters Marion and Myra. Also listed were A.M. Walker as a 42 year old sister (probably Ann) and William Walker, aged 20, listed as nephew. All members in the household were Presbyterian. Jane's occupation was listed as farmer.
sister	Ann Walker was enumerated on the census on 29 April 1891 in the household of William Walker, as a sister, in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.5 1891 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of William & Catherine (McMurdo) Walker. Included in the household were their daughters Ella J. and Ethel, sons Frank L.and Davis S. and his sister William's Ann. They were all listed as being Presbyterian. William was a farmer. He lived next to the farm of his first cousin Thomas James Walker.
Death	She died on 7 November 1899, in Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG, . Obituary: "At Kensington on the 7th inst., after a brief illness, Miss Annie Walker". "At Kensington, on Nov. 7th, Ann J. Walker, age 51 years, daughter of late David Walker." [The Pioneer Nov 20, 1899.].6,7
Interred	She was buried in the plot of William Walker, in the Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.44745, -63.62875G. Square red marble obelisk. Inscription: In Memory of / William Walker / Died / March 29 1910 / Aged 66 Yrs / His Wife / Catherine McMurdo / Died / March 9, 1936 / Aged 85 Yrs. / WALKER. Left: Ann Walker / Died / Nov 7th 1899 / Aged 51 Yrs. Right: Also His Son / F. Lawson / Died / April 23rd 1908 / Aged 26 Yrs.1 Tombstone, William Walker (1843-1910) and Catherine McMurdo (1851-1936), their son Lawson and William's sister Ann. The Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription. Left inscription. Right inscription.

Citations

1. [S3012] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Kensington
2. [S3188] Census 1881 Canada - William Walker (1843-1910)
3. [S3009] 1891 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
4. [S3014] Canada Census 1891, Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
5. [S3010] Canada Census 1891, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
6. [S9211] Agriculturist
7. [S3011] Cemetery Marker William Walker (Ann Walker)

David Walker

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Birth	David Walker was born on 14 August 1852, in Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward IslandG.1
Immigration	He immigrated to Boston, Massachusetts, USAG, on 14 June 1880. His obituary stated that he "left Summerside for Lynn 41 years ago."1
Marriage	He married Annie McGougan, daughter of Donald McGougan. on 1 May 1882, in Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts, USAG. "At Lynn, Mass, June 6th, by Rev. J. L. Hill, David Walker, to Annie McGougan, both formerly belonging to Summerside, P.E.I." [The Pioneer Jun 21, 1882; Summerside Journal Jun 15, 1882.].2,3
Census	David Walker was head of the household in the census on 2 June 1900 in Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts, USAG. Enumerated in the household with David (age 47) were his wife Annie McGougan (age 43) and their daughter Ethel (age 12). David was a carpenter, Ethel was in school.4 1900 US Census, Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts. Household of David Walker, his wife Annie McGougan, their daughter Ethel.
Natlzation	He petitioned for naturalization on 19 December 1903 in Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts, USAG.1
Census	He was head of the household in the census on 20 April 1910 in Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts, USAG. Enumerated in the household with David (age 54) were his wife Annie McGougan (age 52), their daughter Ethel (age 22), her husband John A. MacDonald (age 22). David was a building carpenter, John a house carpenter.5 1910 US Census, Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts. Household of David Walker, his wife Annie McGougan, their daughter Ethel, her husband John A. MacDonald.
Census	He was head of the household in the census on 12 January 1920 in Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts, USAG. Enumerated in the household with David (age 66) were his wife Annie McGougan (age 62), their daughter Ethel (age 32), her husband John A. MacDonald (age 32). David and John were building carpenters.6 1920 US Census, Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts. Household of David Walker, his wife Annie McGougan, their daughter Ethel, her husband John A. MacDonald.
Death	He died on 8 March 1924, in Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts, USAG. Obituary: "His many friends will sympathize with Mr. Henry Walker of Summerside in the death of his brother, David, who passed away in Lynn, Mass., on the 8th inst., after being in failing health for over a year. He was 71 years of age and left Summerside for Lynn 41 years ago, working there at his trade of carpenter. Upon learning that he was in poor health a year ago Mr. and Mrs. Henry Walker paid him a visit, which was destined to be the last meeting of the two who were the only brothers of the family. There is also one sister left to mourn, Mrs. J. M. Laird, of Kensington. Deceased is also survived by his wife, who before her marriage was Miss Annie McGougan, formerly of Summerside, and one daughter, Blanche, wife of John A. McDonald, of Lynn."3
Burial	He was buried in Pine Grove Cemetery; 145 Boston St., Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts, USAG. Plot C, Lot 27, Grave #1.7

Citations

1. [S15331] Naturalization Record
2. [S7837] Massachusetts Marriages 1695-1910
3. [S7827] Agriculturist
4. [S7828] 1900 US Census, Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts
5. [S7829] 1910 US Census, Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts
6. [S7830] 1920 US Census, Lynn, Essex County, Massachusetts
7. [S7836] Compiled records, on-line Find-a-Grave database

Jane Walker¹

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Name	Jane Walker was also known as Jane Laird.2
Name	She was also known as Jane Humphrey.3
Birth	She was born on 1 December 1854, in Prince Edward IslandG.4
sister	She was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of William Walker, as a sister, in Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG.5 1881 Canada Census, Lot 19, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of William & Catherine (McMurdo) Walker.
Marriage	She married first Robert Humphrey.3
Census	She was head of the household in the census on 17 April 1891 in Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Jane was listed as head of household #90, a widow, with her daughters Marion and Myra. Also listed were A.M. Walker as a 42 year old sister (probably Ann) and William Walker, aged 20, listed as nephew (son of William Weir Walker and Ellen Walker). All members in the household were Presbyterian. Jane's occupation was listed as farmer. They lived in the household adjacent to the family of Jane's 1st cousin, David Walker and Elizabeth Higgins.6 1891 Canada Census, Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household of Jane (Walker) Humphrey. Jane was listed as head of household #90, a widow, with her daughters Marion and Myra. Also listed were A.M. Walker as a 42 year old sister (probably Ann) and William Walker, aged 20, listed as nephew. All members in the household were Presbyterian. Jane's occupation was listed as farmer.
Marriage	She married second John Melbourne Laird.3,1
Wife	She was enumerated on the census on 16 April 1901 in the household of John Melbourne Laird, as his wife, in Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with John were his wife Jane (Walker), son Harold, daughter Hattie, and stepchildren (Jane and her first husband, Robert Humphrey) Marion and Myra. The family religion was Presbyterian. Melbourne was a farmer.4 1901 Canada Census, Lot 25, Prince Edward Island, household of Melbourne Laird. Also listed in this household #23 were his wife Jane (Walker), son Harold, daughter Hattie, and stepchildren (Jane and her first husband, Robert Humphrey) Marion and Myra. The family religion was Presbyterian. Melbourne was a farmer.
Wife	She was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1911 in the household of John Melbourne Laird, as his wife, in Lot 25, Kelvin, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG. Enumerated with John were his wife Jane (Walker), daughters Myra (from Jane's first marriage) and Hattie, and son Harold. The family religion was Presbyterian. Melbourne was a farmer.7 1911 Canada Census, Lot 25, Kelvin, Prince Edward Island, household of Melbourne Laird. Included in the household were his wife Jane (Walker), daughters Myra (from Jane's first marriage) and Hattie, and son Harold.
Principal 2	She was living in Kelvin Grove, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, CanadaG, in 1918.8
Death	She died on 4 May 1927.1
Burial	She was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.44777, -63.62876G. Rectangular grey tombstone. Inscription: Peace Perfect Peace / Jane Walker / Wife of / J.M. Laird / 1855-1927 / John Melbourne Laird / 1870-1940 /. Right: Also his wife / Henrietta J. Jardine / 1884-1944.1 Tombstone, John M. Laird (1870-1940) and Jane Walker (1854-1927), the Peoples Cemetery, Kensington, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Front inscription detail.

Citations

1. [S2238] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Kensington
2. [S2237] Cemetery Marker, St. Peter's Anglican Church Cemetery, Foxley River, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada
3. [S2902] Public Archives & Records Office - Master Name Index Phase 2
4. [S3015] 1901 Canada Census, Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
5. [S3188] Census 1881 Canada - William Walker (1843-1910)
6. [S3014] Canada Census 1891, Lot 25, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
7. [S3558] 1911 Canada Census, Lot 25, District 140, Prince County, Prince Edward Island
8. [S9672] Border Crossings, from Canada to U.S., 1895-1956