The Parents - John & Cassie & Mercy Vincent

John Sidney 'Osborne' Vincent, a farmer from Middleboro, Nova Scotia was the son of James 'Edward' Vincent & Nancy Annie Heather.  He remained in the Cumberland Co area and was married twice and had 17 children.

He first married Catherine B Hudson.  Cassie died when her youngest child was 3 years of age.  Osborne & Cassie had 3 children - William Perle, Earle Villard and Clarence Percy.

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I wrote about Clarence in a previous post but their oldest son William Perle died at 16 years of age in 1913 when he was scalded to death at the local canning factory 

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Earle married Beulah Coulter - they both died in Massachusetts but are buried at the Monument Hill Cemetery in Cumberland Co, Nova Scotia.

Their son Willis Earle married Alta Coulter - she died in Massachusetts in 1988 and he died in Florida in 2001.

Osborne's tombstone picture was an important find - Jody Marie MacKeil recently added it to the Find A Grave memorial and it answered the question as to when Mercy passed away - death dates varied but the stone is clear she died in 1967.

As mentioned, Osborne and Mercy had 14 children - Gladys, Herrick, Logan, Norman, Laura, Lucille, Myrtle, Vera, Leaman, Lena, Violet, Ella, and the twins Aubrey and Audrey.  Wow!

Aage Christensen & Vera Vincent

Vera Jane Vincent married Aage Martenus 'Chris' Christensen.  She was the daughter of John S O Vincent & Mercy Mooring and he was the son of Niels & Andrea Christensen from Denmark.  Aage & Vera had 3 children - Dennis, William and Kenneth.

CHRISTENSEN, Aage Martenus "Chris" - 93, Amherst, passed away in Gables Lodge, August 17, 2001. Born in Denmark, he was the son of the late Niels and Andrea Christensen.  A local contractor and cabinet maker, he lived the past 70 years in the Amherst/Pugwash area.  He was predeceased by his wife, Vera Jane (Vincent) and infant son, Dennis.  Aage is survived by sons, William (Geraldine), Amherst; Kenneth (Mary Lou), Ottawa, Ont.; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Cremation has taken place.  By request, there will be no visitation or funeral service.  A graveside service and interment to be announced at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Pagweak Youth Camp or a charity of choice.  The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to the nurses and staff of Gables Lodge.  Arrangements entrusted to Campbell's Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst.  www.maritimeobits.com

Vera & Aage's granddaughter
 
Chronicle Herald, 10 Jan 1996
PHILLIPS, Carla Dianne - 36, Calgary, Alta., died January 7, 1996, at home. Born in Amherst, she was a daughter of William O. (Bill) and Geraldine (Gerry) (Goodwin) Christensen, Amherst. A graduate of Amherst Regional High School and a business education program, she held several clerical positions in her hometown, including at Zellers and as a member of the typesetting department of Cumberland Publishing Ltd. Following her marriage, she and her husband moved to Calgary where she spent several years employed in the oil industry. Surviving are her husband, James; daughter, Ashley; son, Justin, both at home; brothers, Brian, Pennsylvania; Steven, British Columbia; sister, Kim (Mrs. Perry Morrison), Amherst; paternal grandfather, A.M. (Chris) Christensen, Amherst; several aunts, nieces and nephews. Funeral 10:30 a.m. today in Holy Spririt Catholic Church, Calgary, Rev. Timothy Boyle officiating. Cremation to follow. Memorial service 2 p.m. Sunday in First Baptist Church, Amherst, Rev. Byron Corkum officiating. Burial at a later date in the family plot of Palmerston Cemetery, Pugwash. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society, Camp Pagweak or any charity. Arrangements under the direction of McInnis & Holloway's Park Memorial Chapel.

Logan Montrose & Myrtle Vincent

Yes, John S O Vincent & Mercy are monopolizing the posts lately - 14 children!

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Myrtle Vivian Vincent was married twice - first to Logan Hance Montrose, then to George Hatcher.

Myrtle and Logan had 4 children.

Halifax Herald, 19 Oct, 2012
HATCHER, Myrtle Vivian - 91, Truro, formerly of Pugwash Junction, passed away October 17, 2002, in Kay's Rest Home, Hilden. Born in Hartford, she was a daughter of the late John Sydney Osburne and Mercy Mae (Mooring) Vincent. Myrtle was a foster mother for many years having cared for over 75 children.  She is survived by daughters, Vivian (Lucien) Kingsbury, East Mountain, Colchester Co.; Isabel (Ted) Lee, Borden, Ont.; sons, Hance Montrose, Pictou; Vernon (Brenda) Montrose, Kingston; sisters, Audrey Vincent, Gladys Sleigh; brothers, Aubrey, Logan, Herrick; grandchildren, Holly Schiffner, Angela Gregan, Bradley Montrose, Darla Bedell, James Lockhart, James and Wade Fisher, Amanda Lee; great-grandchildren, Shannon Castle, Ashley and Nathan Schiffner, Daniel and Andrea Bedell, Tyler, Ryland and Jada Fisher, Matthew, Tyler, Bri Anna and Haleigh Montrose; great great-grandson, Hunter Schiffner. She was predeceased by her first husband, Logan Montrose in 1962; second husband, George Hatcher in 1989; sisters, Laura Coulter, Lucille Langille, Vera Christensen, Lena Porteous, Violet Langille, Ella MacNeil; brothers, Leaman, Norman; half-brothers, Earl, Pearl, Clarence.  Visitation will be held Sunday from 1 p.m. until the time of funeral service at 2 p.m. in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Rev. Andrew Crowell officiating. Burial in Wallace River Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in her memory may be made to a charity of your personal choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: colchestercommunityfh@ns.sympatico.ca 2071

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Halifax Herald, 3 Jul 2006
MONTROSE, Hance Logan - 69, Pictou, passed away June 15, 2006, at home. Born in Amherst, he was a son of the late Logan Montrose and Myrtle Montrose-Hatcher. Hance lived and worked for many years in Pictou, and was well-known and liked by people around this area. He is survived by sisters, Vivian (Lucien) Kingsbury, East Mountain; Isabel (Ted) Lee; Beijing, China; brother, Vernon (Brenda) Montrose, Kingston; several nieces and nephews. No visitation by request. A graveside memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 5, at 3 p.m. in Wallace River Cemetery with Rev. Brian DeLong officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: colchestercommunityfh@ns.sympatico.ca

KINGSBURY (Montrose), Vivian Myrtle - 66, East Mountain. It is with great sadness we announce the sudden and peaceful passing of Vivian on Thursday, April 8, 2010, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born June 9, 1943, in Pugwash Junction, she was a daughter of the late Logan Hantz and Myrtle Vivian Montrose. Vivian worked at Lucien's Beauty School for 37 years and has spent the last number of years enjoying the time she got to spend with her grandchildren, whom she adored. She also enjoyed working in her garden and golfing with her friends. She was an amazing woman with a big heart and was loved by all. She will be deeply missed in all our lives. Vivian is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Lucien; son, Jimmy (Cindy) Lockhart; daughter, Darla (Mike) Bedell; grandchildren, Brayden, Nicholas, Daniel, Andrea; brother, Vernon (Brenda) Montrose; sister, Isabel (Ted) Lee; many nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Hantz. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. All are welcome to attend a graveside funeral service 2 p.m., Monday, April 12, 2010, in Riverside Cemetery, Wallace River, Reverend Andy Crowell officiating. Family flowers only. If so desired, donations in Vivian's memory to a charity of choice are welcomed. For those unable to attend the service in Wallace, the book will be available here at the funeral home for you to sign. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting the "Guest Book" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com

Hanson Coulter & Laura Vincent

Another one of John S O Vincent & Mercy Mooring's children was Laura Mae Vincent - she was born in 1907 at Hansford, Nova Scotia and in 1928 she married Hanson Malcolm Coulter.  They had 5 children - Elizabeth, John, Charles, Lauretta & Evelyn.

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Chronicle Herald, 11 May 1996
COULTER, Laura Mae - 88, Tatamagouche, died May 9, 1996, in Willow Lodge Home for Special Care, Tatamagouche. Born in Hartford, Cumberland Co., she was a daughter of the late John Osborne and Mercy (Mooring) Vincent. She was a rural mail route driver until her retirement. She was a member of Sharon United Church, Tatamagouche, Order of the Eastern Star, Atlantic Chapter 65, Tatamagouche, and was an avid musician and one of the founding members of the North Shore Old-Time Fiddlers Orchestra. Surviving are son, John, Tatamagouche; daughters, Lauretta (Mrs. Ernest Pettas), Bowden, Alta.; Elizabeth (Mrs. Kenneth Shearer), Carvel, Alta.; sisters, Myrtle Hatcher, Truro; Lena Porteous, Tatamagouche; Audrey Vincent, Calgary, Alta.; Gladys (Mrs. William Sleigh), Halifax; brothers, Leaman, Conns Mills; Aubrey, Tatamagouche; Logan, Sardis, B.C.; Herrick, Comox, B.C.; 23 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband, Hanson; son, Charles; daughter, Evelyn Blenkhorn; sisters, Lucille, Vera, Ella; brother, Norman; half-brothers, Perle, Clarence, Earl. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, Order of Eastern Star service 7:30 p.m. tonight, both in Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday in Sharon United Church, Tatamagouche, Rev. Beth Johnston officiating. Burial in Lockerby Memorial Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to Willow Lodge Home for Special Care or any charity.

Unknown Paper - 28 Oct 1976
HANSON M. COULTER, 69, of Tatamagouche died Thursday in Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital.  Born in Wallace Station, Cumberland County, he was a son of the late Watson and Alice (Angeline) Coulter.  Besides his wife the former Laura Vincent, he is survived by a son John, Tatamagouche, three daughters Lauretta (Mrs. Ernest Rettis) Olds, Alta., Evelyn (Mrs. Cecil Blenkhorn) Tatamagouche, Elizabeth (Mrs. Kenneth Shearer) Whitecourt, Alta., a sister Jennie (Mrs. Harold Royal) Truro, 21 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by a son, two brothers and a sister.  The body is at Coulter's Funeral Home here.  Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Sharon United Church Rev. Morley Bentley officiating. Burial will be in Lockerbie Cemetery Tatamagouche.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital.

PETTIS, Lauretta Jean - 65, Innisfail, passed away April 8, 2001, in Innisfail Health Centre. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Hanson and Laura (Vincent) Coulter. Her family relocated to Tatamagouche in 1938. She is survived by her husband, Ernie, Innisfail; sons, Rick (Donna), Red Deer, Alta.; Russ (Sandy), Vancouver, B.C.; Randy (Raylene), St. Albert, Alta.; Derrick (Albertine), Bowden, Alta.; Dave (Sarah), Didsbury, Alta.; Darren (Louise), Airdrie, Alta.; John (Pamela), Bowden, Alta.; Danny (Margarita), New Jersey, N.Y.; Michael (Tanya), Bowden, Alta.; daughters, Judy (Jake), Bowden, Alta.; Laura (George), Bowden, Alta.; Janice (Charlie), Bowden, Alta. She is also survived by her brother, John (Marj) Coulter, Bedford; sister, Elizabeth (Ken) Shearer, Carvelle, Alta.; 27 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Wallie Williams; grandson, Talon; brother, Charles Coulter; sister, Evelyn Blenkhorn. A memorial service was in Metcalf Funeral Chapel, Innisfall, Alta., April 11, Rev. Ted Norris officiated. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Cancer Society.

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Evelyn married Cecil Herbert Blenkhorn and had 6 children.

Halifax Herald, Tues, 27 Apr 2004
BLENKHORN, H. Cecil - 71, The Falls, passed away April 26, 2004, in Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital, Tatamagouche. Born on Lake Road, Tatamagouche, he was a son of the late Wallace and Levita (Fisher) Blenkhorn. Surviving are his children, Genesta Schmidt and husband Daryl, The Falls; Brenda Halverson and husband George, Denmark, N.S.; Myrna MacKay and husband Ron, Sylvan Lake, Alta.; Phillip, The Falls; Donna Hunt and husband George, Debert; Steven and wife Kim, Onslow Mountain; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, David (Lillian), Oxford; Walter (Irene), Debert; Edward (Violet), Tatamagouche; sisters, Roxella McGill (Lloyd), Alberta; Mary Holloway, Alder Point, Cape Breton; Ruth Arsenault (Walt), Alberta; Stella Kaulback (Carl), Bass River. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Evelyn Coulter and brother, Kenny. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday and funeral service 2 p.m. Thursday, Rev. Morley Bentley officiating, both in Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche. Burial will be in The Falls Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of choice.

Clarence Vincent & Lola Gould

Clarence Percy Vincent born at Hansford, Nova Scotia to John Sidney Osborne Vincent & Catherine Hudson - yes, John was married twice and had a total of 17 children - oy!

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In 1902, Clarence married Lola Johanna Gould and they kept it small with 3 children, Doreen, Elmer & Arnold.

VINCENT, Lola Johanna - 90, Pugwash, died March 8, 1999, in East Cumberland Lodge, Pugwash. Born in Nappan Station, Cumberland Co., she was a daughter of the late Bradley and Ethel (Ebbitson) Gould. She was a homemaker and enjoyed knitting, making quilts and playing cards. She liked to travel when possible and lived most of her married life in Middleboro and Pugwash. Music and dance were favourite pastimes. She was a member of Wesley St. Matthew United Church, Pugwash, and was also a member of the United Church Women, 50 Plus Club. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are daughter, Doreen (Mrs. Melbourne Tuttle), Middleboro; son, Arnold, Wallace River; half-sister, Betty (Mrs. Wendall Chapman), London, Ont.; half-brother, Alywn Mason, Amherst; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence; son, Elmer; great-grandson, Matthew; sister, Leona Sprague; brothers, Wilfred, Borden, Leslie. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, service 2 p.m. Thursday, both in Mundle's Funeral Home, Pugwash, Rev. Morley Bentley officiating. Burial in Riverside Cemetery, Wallace River. Family flowers only.  Donations to Matthew Tuttle Memorial Scholarship fund or any charity.

courtesy of Nikole

Elmer married Ruth Gladys Brown and they had 4 boys.  Elmer & Ruth are buried in Ontario at the Mountview Gardens Cemetery.










Arnold married Jean Craib and had 2 children

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The Halifax Herald, Friday, 13 May 13
VINCENT, Arnold W. - 66, Fountain Road, Middleboro, passed away peacefully May 12, 2005,in North Cumberland Memorial Hospital, Pugwash, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Born in Middleboro, he was a son of the late Clarence and Lola (Gould) Vincent (Middleboro). Surviving are his loving wife, Jean (Craib); daughter, Cathy (John), Pugwash; son, Bradley, at home; granddaughter, Meghan, and daughter-in-law, Karen, both of Halifax; sister, Doreen (Melbourne) Tuttle, Middleboro; several nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by his loving cat and best friend of 16 years, Hughie. He was predeceased by his brother, Elmer (Ontario).  Arnie worked for several construction companies operating heavy machinery in Halifax and Ontario.He started his own trucking business in 1984. He loved working in his garage, repairing things and rebuilding his trucks. He had a great passion for snowmobiling, four-wheeling and dancing. He was a member of the Nova Scotia Truckers Association, Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 60, Pugwash, and two snowmobile clubs. Visitation will be 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Saturday, with funeral service 2p.m. Sunday, both in Mundle's Funeral Home, Pugwash. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery,Wallace River. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or North Cumberland Memorial Hospital Palliative Care.
 

Dorothy Eldora Phinney

If you have been following the stories, the name Eldora probably jumped out at you - Eldora Elizabeth Vincent was the daughter of George 'Josh' Vincent and Matilda Swallow - remember the story of Matilda having to sue George's father to keep a cow to feed her baby?  This is Matilda's great-granddaughter

Dorothy Eldora Phinney was the daughter of Wendell Louis Phinney and Lila 'Edith' Trescott (Lila was Eldora's daughter).

The Sun Chronicle, 5 May 2008
NORTH ATTLEBORO - Dorothy Eldora Phinney, 98, of Stanley Street, Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, went to home to be with her beloved Lord on Friday, May 2, 2008 at the Madonna Manor Nursing Home in North Attleboro, where she had been a short-time resident.  Born in Pawtucket on Jan. 7, 1910, she was a daughter of the late Wendell and Edith (Trescott) Phinney.  

She resided in Pawtucket until moving to Massachusetts and settling in North Attleboro with her family and where she continued her education and graduated from North Attleboro High School in 1927. She then attended and graduated from the former Sargent College in Cambridge.  

A woman known for her grace, style and elegance, it was only appropriate that her career as a cosmetic consultant and retailer would span decades and have her traveling the country.  Many years ago, she was employed by the W.T. Ross Company and My Lady's in North Attleboro.  

Following her education, Ms. Phinney began her professional employment with a health salon in Springfield, and then went to work at the Elizabeth Arden Salon in New York City, where she worked until 1933, when she traveled the country as a member of the Arden Face and Fashion Show.  Years later, she was employed as a national cosmetic consultant for Richard Hudnut.  

In her various roles, she attended flower shows, sportsman shows and new invention shows demonstrating the newest items of fashion, exercise and cosmetics.  A woman ahead of her time, she remained independent and at one time traveled the world aboard a cruise ship as a member of the cruise staff.  In later years she was a familiar face throughout the local retail circuit, having been employed by the former London's Department Store, Charlton's Dress Shop and Vigorito's in North Attleboro for many years and often assisted her dear friend Betty Poirier at the Nifty Nook.  A true sales lady, she loved her profession that allowed daily interaction and conversation and was proudest to please her customer's every need in any manner.  

For more than 40 years, she celebrated her faith with her church family at the Advent Christian Church of Attleboro.  She leaves no immediate family members but a host of friendships that she treasured and cherished for many years.  

Visitation has been respectfully omitted at her request.  The community is welcome to join her church family and host of friends for a Celebration of Her Joyful Resurrection with Her Beloved Lord on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 11 at 3 p.m. at the Advent Christian Church of Attleboro, 560 Pleasant St., Attleboro with the Rev. Robert Hett, pastor leading in prayer and assisted with personal remembrances.  Burial will be private.  In lieu of flowers, it was Ms. Phinney's request that you demonstrate a random act of kindness on someone and smile and think of her in remembrance when doing so.  To send the family an expression of sympathy, please visit an online register book at www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Ave., Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, 508-695-0200.

Maggie Vincent Loftin Peets

Margaret Ethel 'Maggie' Vincent was the daughter of William Warren Vincent & Nancy Elizabeth Forbes, born in 1885 at Olympia, Washington.  She first married Zaza J 'ZJ' Loftin and then Walter Wiggons Peets - love the names!  

courtesy of fallen graver Rose Davis Wenstrom

Zaza and Maggie were married at Spokane in 1904 and had 2 children.


Thermopolis, WY, Library Obituary Files; 22 Oct 1908
Death of Z.J. Loftin
Z.J. Loftin passed from life to the Great Beyond at 12:30 Thursday morning, October 22, 1908, after suffering with an attack of typhoid fever for several weeks. He was thought to be doing well until complications arose that terminated fatally. He has been a resident of Thermopolis for the past four years, following the calling of salesman in mercantile establishments during that time. By courteous and upright conduct and strict integrity and industry he had won a high place in the esteem of the community.  Zaza J. Loftin was born in Missouri June 13, 1881, moving to Washington territory with his parents when a small child. He was married to Miss Margaret Vincent November 10, 1902, and came to this city two years later. He leaves a wife and two small children to mourn the loss of a loving husband and father. Besides these he leaves an aunt, Mrs. J.F. Weber, in this city and other relatives in Missouri and on the Pacific coast. Numerous friends did not forget the family in their bereavement but did what they could to make the burden of sorrow lighter.  The funeral was held from the Methodist church yesterday, Rev. P.N. Fredin officiating, and interment was in Monument Hill cemetery.

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Merrill Vincent Loftin was 18 when he died - he worked for a logging company and was crushed by a log.  

Zada Elizabeth married twice and died in 2004 at Portland.


The Oregonian - Thursday, January 15, 2004
Zada E. Westland died Jan. 6, 2004, at age 98.  Zada E. Loftin was born Sept. 14, 1905, in Cody, Wyo.  She was a caterer for Loaves & Fishes and previously a dental assistant and office manger in Portland.  She moved to Portland in the late 1930s.  Survivors include her sister, Thelma Dowgiallo; and nephew and care giver, Bill Caisse. Remembrances to Loaves & Fishes.  Private service.  Arrangements by Sunnyside Little Chapel of the Chimes.


After marrying Walter in 1909 in Vancouver, British Columbia, they relocated to Oregon and along the way had 6 children - Phillip, Thelma, John, Edward, Vivian, and Ethel.  

Maggie & Walter are buried at the Forest View Cemetery, Forest Grove, Oregon.

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Philip died in 1990 - he and his brother John owned and operated a logging company together for a while.  Phillip is buried at Forest View Cemetery.

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John William Peets, 84, of Waldport died at his home on Jan. 11, 1999.  He was born in St. Helens on Dec. 11, 1914 to Walter W. and Margaret Vincent Peets. He had been a resident of Waldport for the past 44 years.  His wife, Marjorie, whom he married in 1934, preceded him in death in 1990.  For more than 45 years, he was a self-employed logger.  He retired in 1979.  Survivors include his daughter, Judy Beck of Waldport; a son, John R. Peets of White City; sisters Thelma Dawgillo of Portland, Edwina Getchell of Waldport, and Zada Westland and Vivian Case, both of Portland; three grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.  The family suggests donations to the Alsi Historical Museum in Waldport.  At the decedent's request, no services are planned.  Bateman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Edward died at 7 years of age, and Thelma died at 94

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Vivian died at 82 years of age and Ethel died at 77.

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The Twin - Audrey Vincent

Audrey Alberta Vincent, born in 1927, was twin to Aubrey Willis Vincent, and daughter of John Sidney Osborne Vincent & Mercy Mae Mooring. She was buried at Riverside Cemetery.

VINCENT, Audrey Alberta - 1926 - 2007. Audrey Vincent passed away at home in Calgary, Alta., surrounded by her loved ones, on November 28, 2007. She leaves behind her loving children, Albert (Pat) Kofoed and Bonnie (Gary) Stewart, Nova Scotia; Catherine (David) Flagler and Martin Matthews, Calgary; granddaughters, Trudi Flagler, Stacey Flagler and Michell Matthews, all of Calgary; grandsons, Jason Kofoed, Shawn Kofoed and Gordon Kofoed, Ontario; Richard Stewart, Saskatchewan, and great-grandson Tyson Kaschel Flagler. Audrey is also survived by brothers, Logan and Herrick, and sister, Gladys. She was predeceased by her beloved son, Daniel Anthony Kofoed (1950-2006); grandson, Christopher Stewart (2003); granddaughter, Kerry Lee Kofoed (1970); her parents, John Osborne Vincent and Mercy (Mooring) Vincent; twin brother, Aubrey Vincent (Audrey was known as the younger twin); brothers, Clarence, Earl, Pearl, Leaman, and Norman; sisters, Myrtle, Lucille, Laura, Lena, Violet, Ella, and Vera. As per her life wish, Audrey will be laid to rest with her mother and father in Nova Scotia. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to: heritage@hffs.com with the subject heading: Audrey Vincent.

Calgary Herald, 5 Apr 2006
KOFOED - Daniel Anthony 1950 - 2006 Daniel Anthony Kofoed passed away suddenly on March 31, 2006 at Foothills Hospital at the age of 55 years. Danny was a great guitarist and passionate about music and aviation. He leaves behind his loving wife Shirley Bassett and son Gordon Anthony Kofoed; and his four-legged pal Cody. He is also survived by his mother Audrey Alberta Vincent of Calgary; brothers, Albert (Pat) Kofoed of NS and Martin Matthews of Calgary; sisters, Bonnie (Gary) Stewart of NS and Catherine (David) Flagler of Calgary; nephews, Jason and Shawn of ON, Richard of NS; nieces, Trudi, Stacey and Michelle of Calgary; and one grandnephew Tyson of Calgary. Daniel was predeceased by his father Eric Albert Kofoed (1990), niece Kerry Lee (1970), and nephew Christopher (2003). A Funeral Service will be held at Heritage Funeral Home, 1708 - 16 Avenue N.W. (across from the North Hill Shopping Centre) on Thursday, April 6, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 130, 6001 - 1A Street S.W., Calgary T2H 0G5. Heritage Funeral Services "Heritage Funeral Home" Telephone: 299-0100.

Aubrey & Phyllis Vincent

Aubrey Willis Vincent, was the son of John Sidney Oborne Vincent & Mercy Mae Mooring.

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Chronicle Herald, 15 Jan 2007
VINCENT, Aubrey Willis - 80, Tatamagouche. It is with both great sorrow and joy that his family announce the peaceful passing into the arms of the Lord of Aubrey Vincent, January 12, 2007, in Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital, Tatamagouche.  Born in Hartford, Cumberland Co., he was a son of the late Osborne and Mercy (Mooring) Vincent.  He worked in construction, lumbering, and lobster fishing as well as for the Canadian Salt Company in both the Pugwash and Malagash mines.  Aubrey was an avid gardener and hunter and always enjoyed being out-of-doors.  Surviving are his wife, Barbara Ann (Swan) Vincent; son, Willis (Connie), Prince George, B.C.; daughter, Nancy MacKenzie (Colin), Malagash; stepdaughters, Patricia Chambers, at home; Carla Cameron, Bible Hill; stepson, Scott Cameron, Tatamagouche; five grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Audrey Vincent, his twin, Calgary; Gladys Sleigh, Lower Sackville; brothers, Logan, Sardis, B.C.; Herrick, Comox, B.C.; his former wife, Phyllis Vincent (Townsend), Malagash. He was predeceased by sisters, Laura Coulter, Lucille Langille, Myrtle Hatcher, Vera Christianson, Lena Porteous, Violet Langille and Ella MacNeil; brothers, Earl, Pearl, Clarence, Leamon and Norman; father and mother-in-law, James and Mary (Geddes) Swan.  By request, cremation has taken place.  Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, January 16, in Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche (657-3288).  Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, in Central New Annan United Baptist Church, Mr. Rufus Peacock officiating.  A gathering will follow the service in The Wilson Schoolhouse.  Burial will be in South Shore Cemetery, Malagash.  The family would appreciate that memorial donations be made to North Shore Health Services Foundation or any charity.

Halifax Herald, 2 Feb 2007
VINCENT, Phyllis Elmira - 81, Malagash, was called home to be with her Lord and Saviour on January 31, 2007, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro, with her family at her side.  Born in Malagash, August 29, 1925, she was a daughter of the late John and Ethel (Purdy) Townsend.  Through her gentle, caring and selfless spirit, she touched everyone who was blessed to know her and spent many hours in prayer for family and friends.  She loved to create things with her hands and then blessed those she loved with those creations.  She was a humble woman in spirit but mentored many in times of need.  She humbly led to serve others in both her church and her community.  Over the years, she served with the Rebekah Lodge in Malagash, the Malagash Area Rural Seniors group, the UCW and others. She always enjoyed those activities spent with her friends and neighbours.  Surviving are daughter, Nancy MacKenzie (Colin), Malagash; son, Willis (Connie), Prince George, B.C.; grandchildren, Andrew, Pamela (Eric) Belsham, Anglea, Erin (Robin) Ridsdale, and Nicholas; great-grandchildren, Dylan, Zacharia, Mattea, Riley, Evelyn, and Brennan.  Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her former husband, Aubrey Vincent, and sister, Bertha Wilson.  Visitation will be today from 5-9 p.m. in Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche (657-3288).  Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, February 3 in Pugwash Memorial Baptist Church, Pastor David Young officiating.  Spring interment will be in South Shore Cemetery, Malagash.  Memorial donations can be made to a charity of choice.

William & Ella MacNeill

Ella Grace Vincent, another daughter of John S O Vincent & Mercy Mae Mooring was born in 1923 and married William Elwood 'Dag' MacNeill.  

William married into the family line twice - his 2nd wife, Lillian Patricia Mason, was the daughter Edwin Ernest Mason & Gertude Hawes - Edwin's line traces back to Ole Willie Arbuckle & Mary Vincent
 

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Chronicle Herald, 22 Sep 1993
MacNEILL, William Ellwood (Dag) - 74, Tatamagouche, died September 21, 1993, in Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital, Tatamagouche. Born in Malagash, he was a son of the late Robert and Annie (Byers) MacNeill. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving throughout Europe in the Army Signal Corps. He was employed with Windsor Salt Company, retiring in 1984. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 97, Malagash and enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing darts and gardening. He is survived by his second wife, the former Patricia Mason; three sons, Gary, Prince Rupert, B.C.; Garth, Langley, B.C.; Glen, Kamloops, B.C.; daughter, Gail (Mrs. Richard Terris), New Minas; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two stepsons, Vaughn MacBurnie, Ottawa; Clinton MacBurnie, Dartmouth; two step-daughters, Vesta (Mrs. Wendall Tattrie), Consort, Alta.; Darlene (Mrs. Herb Terris), Halifax; 12 step-grandchildren; 11 step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, George, Barrie, Ont.; Robert C., Malagash; two sisters, Geneva (Mrs. Vincent Lane), Hamilton, Ont.; Betty (Mrs. Weldon Latta), Wallace Bay, Cumberland County. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Ella Vincent; sister, Thelma; step-grandson, Donald Boyce. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche, where a legion service will be 7 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday in Malagash South Shore United Church, Rev. Beth Johnston officiating. Burial will be in church cemetery. Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

We Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Post

From a Baltimore Paper, 1867

"A colored man, named John Tubman, was shot and instantly killed yesterday evening, by Robert Vincent, a white man.  The shooting took place on the country road, about 6 miles from Cambridge.  A difficulty had occurred in the morning relative to the removal of some ashes from a tenant-house on Vincent's farm, and the parties again met about sundown on the public road, when the shooting took place"

According to the various links, there was a trial in which Robert was found not guilty by an all white jury and was hindered by the fact that the only witnesses were two black people - one was John's son.  

It was jolt to stumble across this story while searching for my family.  I haven't been able figure out if this Robert's line is connected with my lines but what a sad and interesting story.  

Murder

murder

Bedford & Violet Langille

Violet Evelyn Vincent was born in 1920 to John Sidney Osborn Vincent & Mercy Mae Mooring.  She married Bedford Fulton Langille in 1938 and they had 8 children.

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Halifax Herald, 18 Nov 2000
LANGILLE, Violet Evelyn - 80, Pugwash Junction, died Friday, November 17, 2000, in the North Cumberland Memorial Hospital, Pugwash. Born on October 19, 1929, in Middleboro, she was the daughter of the late Osborne and Mercy (Mooring) Vincent. Her life revolved around her family. She enjoyed her flowers and feeding the birds. She was an avid bingo player. She lived in Medicine Hat, Alta for a short while, working in the Moose Lodge and the Greenhouses in Redcliff.  She is survived by sons, Alfred (wife Eunice), Redcliff, Alta.; Charles (wife Charlene), Pugwash Junction; Wilbert (wife Linda), Redcliff, Alta.; daughters, Carol Smith (Lloyd), Lamonte, Alta.; Betty Dobson (husband Donnie), Oxford; Marilyn Reeves-Chatfield (husband Eddie), Pugwash Junction; Joycelyn Yarrow (Andy), Pugwash Junction; daughter-in-law, Virginia, Pugwash Junction; 26 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; brothers, Aubrey (Barb), Tatamagouche; Herrick (Lois), Logan (Connie), both of British Columbia; sisters, Audrey Vincent, Alberta; Myrtle Hatcher, Truro; Gladys Sleigh (Bill), Halifax; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Bedford Fulton; son, Raymond David; a daughter in infancy; two infant grandchildren; brothers, Pearl, Earl, Clarence, Norman, Leaman; sisters, Lucille, Ella, Vera, Laura, Lena.  Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday and Monday. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 21, all in Mundle's Funeral Home, Pugwash, Rev. Janet Travers officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Wallace River. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

James & Lena Porteous

Lena Mabel Vincent was another child of John Sidney Osborne Vincent & Mercy Mae Mooring - she was born in 1918 and married James Porteous.

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Chronicle Herald, 24 May 1996
PORTEOUS, Lena Mable - 78, Tatamagouche, died May 22, 1996, in Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital, Tatamagouche. Born in Hartford, Cumberland Co., she was the daughter of the late John Osborne and Mercy (Mooring) Vincent. She was a cook at North Colchester High School, a member of Sharon United Church, Tatamagouche and Royal Canadian Legion branch 26 auxiliary. She enjoyed flower gardening, sewing, and travelling. Surviving are sons, John (Jack) and wife Josephine, River John, Pictou; James Theodore (Ted), Halifax; granddaughter, Loriann Canvel, Pembroke, Ont.; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Mirtle Hatcher, Truro; Audrey Vincent, Calgary, Alta.; Gladys (Mrs. William Sleigh), Halifax; Violet Langille, Pugwash Junction; brothers, Leaman, Conns Mills, Cumberland Co.; Aubrey, Tatamagouche; Logan, Sardis, B.C.; Herrick, Comox, B.C.; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Jim; infant granddaughter, Jodie Marie; sisters, Lucille, Vera, Ella, Laura; brother, Norman; half-brothers, Perle, Clarence, Earl. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. with legion tribute service at 3 p.m. both today in Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday in Sharon United Church, the Rev. Beth Johnston officiating. Burial will be in Malagash South Shore Cemetery. If desired, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Following the burial a reception will be downstairs in Sharon United Church.

UNKNOWN PAPER - July 1971
JAMES PORTEOUS - The death of James Porteous, 58, formerly of Malagash, N.S. occurred on July 10. He had resided in Tatamagouche for the past 10 years. Born in South Wallace, Cumb. Co. He was the son of the late Wesley and Jennie (KIRK) Porteous. He is survived by his wife, Lena the former Lena Vincent, two sons Theo and Jack of Halifax, granddaughter Lori Ann, two sisters, Hazel (Mrs. Edward Tracey) Waltham, Mass., Wilda (Mrs. W. Marcotte) Tatamagouche, N.S.; two brothers: Allister, Malagash, N.S. and Freeman of Oxford, N.S. The was predeceased by one sister Thelma of whom died in childhood. The remains rested at Bonnymans Funeral Home. The funeral was held on July 13 from the South Shore United Church, in Malagash, conducted by Rev. G. Todd. Pallbearers were cousins of the deceased, Earl, Aubrey and Willis KIRK, Roland, Crouse and Muir Campbell. Hymns were, Just a closer Walk With Thee and Safe in the Arms of Jesus. Interment was in South Shore Cemetery, Malagash. The many floral tributes, In Memoriams, and donations testified the esteem in which Jim was held.

Leaman & Jessie Vincent

Leaman Milford Vincent - I love his name and the story of this couple!

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Leaman, 1 of 14 children of John Sidney Osborne Vincent & Mercy Mae Mooring and was born at Hansford, Nova Scotia in 1915.

As young man, he signed up for WWII and while overseas, he met and married the lassie who stole his heart and their son Albert was born in Scotland before the family returned to Canada.
 
Chronicle Herald, 17 Mar 1998
VINCENT, Leaman Milford - 82, Conns Mills, Cumberland Co., passed away March 16, 1998, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Hansford, Cumberland Co., he was a son of the late John and Mercy (Mooring) Vincent. He was a veteran of the Second World War having served overseas with the Canadian Army Forestry Corps, 13th Company from 1940-1945. He was a school bus driver in Cumberland County for many years; was a nurses aid at the Sunset Home, Pugwash, and was also a provincial constable. He was a member of Pugwash River United Church. Surviving are his wife, the former Jessie Greig Bruce Stewart, Conns Mills; granddaughter, Karaleigh Jessie Vincent, Manitoba; brothers, Aubrey, Tatamagouche; Logan, Herrick, British Columbia; sisters, Myrtle Hatcher, Truro; Violet Langille, Pugwash Junction; Audrey Vincent, Alberta; Gladys Sleigh, Bedford; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by son, Albert Stewart; brother, Norman; half-brothers, Earl, Clarence; sisters, Laura, Lucille, Vera, Ella, Lena. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, funeral service 2 p.m. Thursday, both in Mundle's Funeral Home, Pugwash, Rev. Beth Johnston officiating. Spring burial in Riverside Cemetery, Wallace River. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, the Nova Scotia Lung Association or charity of choice.


Vincent, Jessie Greig Bruce (Stewart) - 95, Amherst / Conn’s Mills, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 23, 2013, in the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Amherst. Born in Guthrie, Scotland, she was a daughter of the late Archibald Hay and Margaret (Shand) Stewart.  In her early years Jessie worked as a children’s nurse in Scotland.  During wartime she worked in the Ammunition Depot examining airplane filters.  In 1946 she moved to Canada as a war bride.  Jessie was a member of the 50 Plus Club, the United Church Women, an adherent of the Pugwash River United Church and formerly a member of the Church of Scotland.  She was a full time housewife and mother. Surviving are her granddaughter, Karaleigh Vincent, Winnipeg, Manitoba; sister, Agnes “Bunty” Kennedy, Arbroath, Scotland; daughter-in-law, Janet Vincent, Carbery, Manitoba; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Leaman Vincent; son, Albert Vincent; sisters, Ella Beaton, Ann Petrie; brother, David Stewart. There will be no visitation. The funeral service will be held at 2 pm Saturday, April 27, in Mundle’s Funeral Home, 204 Water St., Pugwash (243-2506), with a reception to follow in the funeral home. Rev. Meggin King officiating with burial in Riverside Cemetery, Middleboro. In lieu of flowers donations in memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation; the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre Palliative Care Unit; the North Cumberland Memorial Hospital or the Pugwash River United Church. Private condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at www.mmcfunerals.com

Their son Albert died in 1972 in Manitoba, leaving a wife and daughter behind.

Vincent Family - the parents, John & Elizabeth

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John 'Robert' Vincent and Elizabeth 'Bessie' Johnstone were married in 1887 at West New Annan, Nova Scotia.  John was the son of George S Vincent & Sarah Morrison; together they had 5 children.


Unknown Paper - 12 Mar 1948
ELIZABETH VINCENT - There passed peacefully to her eternal Home on March 6 Mrs. Elizabeth Vincent, widow of the late J.R. Vincent of New Annan, at the age of 83 years. Mrs. Vincent was formerly Elizabeth Johnstone, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Johnstone of New Annan. With the exception of a few temporary visits elsewhere her life was spent in the vicinity of her birth place, where she was known and loved by a wide circle of relatives and friends. Of a kindly, patient and self sacrificing spirit she was affectionately known as Gram, not only to her own children and grandchildren, but to many beyond the confines of her own family. In her immediate family she leaves to mourn the loss of a loving and devoted mother, two daughters, Mrs. M.D. MacKenzie of Pictou and Mrs. J.W. Miller of Truro. Also two sons, Earl J. Vincent of Halifax and Delmar E. Vincent with whom she made her home. She was predeceased by her eldest son Ira and youngest daughter Marguerite. One brother Harvie Johnstone of New Annan survives, as well as a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was tenderly and competently cared for during her brief illness by her daughter-in-law Mrs. Delmar E. Vincent. The funeral from the United Church was conducted by Rev. Eric Koffenc, followed by interment in the family lot in Bell Gift Cemetery. 

Their daughter Elva Marguerite died of TB, her obit is in the post titled 'Consumption at Kentville' written in April 2016

Vincent Family - Delmar & Greta

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Another son of John Robert Vincent & Bessie Johnstone is Delmar Lauriston Vincent who went by....Lloyd.  He married Greta Cock and had one son, Ian.

He is buried with his brother Earl and his wife Jean Munsie.

Chronicle Herald, 28 Sep 1964
Delmar Lauriston Vincent - The funeral service was held yesterday at West New Annan United Church for the late Delmar Lauriston Vincent, who died September 27 at Camp Hill Hospital, Halifax, at the ago of 70.  Interment was at Bell Gift Cemetery, West New Annan. Rev. Keith Rodgerson conducted the service, which was largely attended, and the floral pieces were many and beautiful. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion attended the service in a body.  The hymn sung was "O Love That Will Not Let Me Go."  Prior to the funeral service members of the Masonic Lodge held a service at the Bonnyman Funeral Home in Tatamagouche.  A native of West New Annan, the late Mr. Vincent was the son of the late John Robert Vincent and Elizabeth Johnstone Vincent.  He served in two world wars - in the First War with the 85th Battalion and in the Second War with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders.  He was a member of Keystone Masonic Lodge, Victoria Lodge of Perfection (Scottish Rite) and of the Royal Canadian Legion.  He was also active in the United Church and for a number of years taught a senior class in the Sunday School.  The late Mr. Vincent is survived by his widow, the former Greta Katherine Cox, West New Annan, a son Ian and two grandchildren, St. Eleanor's, P.E.I., a brother Earl Vincent, of Halifax, and a number of nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his parents as well as three sisters and one brother.

Chronicle Herald, 3 Aug 2009
VINCENT, Ian Lloyd - 70, Dartmouth,passed away on August 2, 2009, at home. Born in Springhill, he was the son of the late Delmar and Greta (Cock) Vincent.  Ian served in the Royal Canadian Air Force for 30 years.  He was very active in his church, serving on many committees and as a deacon to the Glory of God.  Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Ruth (Ramsay); daughters, Nancy and Heather.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 4 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. Funeral service will be held Wednesday in Grace Baptist Church, 51 Athorpe Dr., Dartmouth at 11 a.m. Pastor Bill Emberley officiating. Reception to follow.  Burial in Bell Memorial Cemetery, New Annan.