Vivian Fawcett

A lifetime resident of the area, Clancy Warren, following a lengthy illness, passed away at the Ottawa Civic Hospital with his daughters and son in law by his side on March 1, 2012.  He was 69.

Clancy was born in Brinston on July 26, 1942, to his parents Harry and Marion Warren (nee Coons).  

As a child he lived in Osgoode and while still young moved to Glen Stewart where he lived with his grandfather and grandmother, George and Margaret (nee Gilmer) Warren until his parents purchased their own farm in Glen Stewart.  

Clarence purchased his first home from his grandparents and lived his whole life at this property.

Clarence was not afraid of hard work.  In his early years, he worked at Caldwell Linen Mill and then worked for Clint and Doris Stewart as a driver for Esso Gas driving the Oil Truck.  While driving for Esso he obtained his Oil Burner Mechanic Certification.  

Following Esso, he worked for Belhaven Sod Farms before settling into Prescott Machine and Welding until his retirement. Clarence was very proud of his work at Prescott Machine and Welding (PMW).  The earlier years at PMW saw Clarence working on lake and ocean freighters that travelled the St. Lawrence Seaway.  Many times he was seen off by his family as he boarded a ship as it was going through the Iroquois Locks. 

Clancy was interested in all sports but can be remembered playing hockey and baseball. His interest sparked interest in sports for his daughters. Many a weekend was spent at the Brinston ball park.  He played the position of catcher.  

He also was involved with Moon’s Maroons and the Iroquois Old Timers hockey team.  He enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and hunting with his friends and family.  

Clancy is survived by his daughters Cindy (Jim) Bennis, Leisa (Ernie) Beckstead, Melanie Warren (Patrick Burke) and Sara Warren (Nathan Myers), all of Morrisburg and by his grandchildren Quinn, Jonah and Lucas Bennis, Marc and Cole Beckstead and Hannah Warren and Harrison Burke. 

He will be lovingly remembered by his sister Gwen Bosma of Hanesville and his sister-in-law Bea Warren of Winchester. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. 

Clancy was predeceased by his parents Harry and Marion Warren (nee Coons), his brother Clifford Warren and his brother-in-law Eppie Bosma.

There was no visitation or funeral service.  Donations to Winchester Hospital would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  

Arrangements were entrusted to the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Iroquois.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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A lifetime resident of the area, Lawrence “Catfish” Hunter passed away at the Carefor Hospice in Cornwall, on Thursday, December 4, 2014.  He was 64.

Lawrence was born in Matilda Township, on February 6, 1950, to his parents Joe and Marguerite Hunter.

He graduated from Toyes Hill school and North Dundas High School.  For many years Lawrence worked at Parmalat in Winchester until health problems forced him to retire early.

Lawrence enjoyed four wheeling, fishing, bowling, and playing Texas Hold’em, broomball, baseball, darts, golf and washer toss.  He was an avid Toronto Maple Leaf and New York Yankees fan.   

Lawrence enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He had a big heart and he would help anyone in need. He always welcomed everyone who knocked on his door with a smile. 

Lawrence touched many people during his lifetime with his kindness, and he will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. 

Lawrence is survived by his siblings June Picard of Toyes Hill, Barbara Duff (Terry) of Newington, Linda Brannen (Mike) of Chesterville, Joe of Winchester Springs, Wayne (Liz) of Toyes Hill and Judy Hunter (Andy Tibben) of Brinston.

He was predeceased by his parents Joe and Marguerite Hunter (nee Marcellus), his sister Betty Watson and his brothers Bill, Robert and Jake.

He is also survived by nieces and nephews.   

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the spring.  

Donations to Carefor Hospice would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A lifetime resident of the area, Elva Baker passed away at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Monday, November 7, 2011. She was 91.

Elva was born in Winchester Township, on February 22, 1920, to her parents Samuel and Carrie De Clare (nee Jannack).  Because Elva’s mother was a live-in housekeeper for the Honorable George Challies, MPP, Elva lived north of Morrisburg with her aunt and uncle Elmer and Gladys Jannack during her public school days. During her  high school years, she lived with Maria Murdock in Morrisburg. 

On March 22, 1938, Elva married Merne Baker, and together they were blessed with the arrival of two sons, Ray and Dale.  Her husband, like many of the husbands back then, served his country as a member of the Canadian Army during World War 2.  

With her husband serving in the war, Elva was left to raise her two young sons.  She worked at the Tack Factory in Morrisburg to support her family until Merne returned.  

After the war, Merne returned home, and he and Elva were blessed with the birth of their daughter Debbie in 1946, and their son Dennis in 1952.  

Merne resumed his job as salesman for Wonder Bakeries and Elva began her retail career in the York store in the old town of Morrisburg. Then after the Seaway, she continued her sales career for many years in the Beamish store in the new shopping centre.  

She later worked for Mac Wilson at the Rexall Drug store until she stopped to care for her mother who had become ill. After her mother’s passing, she went to work at McGillis Hardware and remained there for many years until she retired in 1982.  

Elva was a very active member of the community.  She enjoyed playing darts, bowling and cards.  In the winter months she excelled at curling and shuffle board until her health problems forced her to retire from sporting activities.  She also enjoyed many bus trips to Florida with her family and friends.  

Elva was an active member of the Legion Ladies Auxiliary of Branch 48, Morrisburg for many years, having held several different offices, including president.  She was also the catering coordinator for the Ladies Auxiliary for many years, until her health prevented her from fulfilling those duties.  

Following Merne’s death in 1979, Elva lived alone in her home at 54 Loyalist Street until moving to the Hartford Home in November of 2009. She lived for two years at the Hartford, until she moved to the Dundas Manor in Winchester, in August of 2011.   

Elva is survived by her children Ray (Charlene) Baker of Morrisburg, Dale (Sylvia) Baker of Gananoque, Debbie Helmer (Bill Renshaw) of  Morrisburg, and Dennis Baker (Fran Guindon) of Morrisburg. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Joanne (Brian) Carolen, Sean (Beth) Baker, Angie (Dan) Hamilton, Laurie (Martin) Kuchirka, Jamie (Shelley) Helmer, Penny (Dave) Powell, Gerald (Donna) Baker, Kathy Fernetich (Dave Redmond), Larry Baker (Jamie Murry) and by her great-grandchildren Lexi, Ryan, Matthew, Zachary, Robin, Sierra, Kai, Stefanie, Bradley, Amanda, Taylor, Paige, Jade, Dawson, Jarred, Marissa and Ethan.

She is also survived by nieces and nephews.   

Elva was predeceased by her brother Arnold DeClare, her daughter-in-law Margaret Baker and her son-in-law Bill Helmer.   

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. A Legion Ladies Auxiliary Service was held on Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m.  

Funeral service was held at the funeral home on Friday, November 11th at 3 p.m., with Rev. Arlyce Schiebout officiating.  

Interment followed at Fairview Cemetery, Mariatown.  Pallbearers were grandchildren Sean Baker, Angie Hamilton, Laurie Kuchirka, Jamie Helmer, Penny Powers and Larry Baker.  

 Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.

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