Doug Hodgson

Emma Mustard (nee Hodgson) passed away peacefully at the Bayfield Manor, Kemptville, on Monday July 29, 2013. She was 81.

Emma was wife of the late Robert (Bob) Mustard, dear mother of Jim (Jan) Mustard and John (Debbie) Mustard, all of Iroquois. 

She was the cherished grandmother of Benjamin, Kristan, Robert, Shawn (Brooke) and Andrew, and great-grandmother of Michaela, Jayden, Taelyn, Quinnlan and Remington.

Sister to Freida Coughlar, and sister-in-law to Donelda Hodgson, Hilda Banford and Betty Thompson, Emma was predeceased by her brothers Stan, Harold, Charlie and Hepburn.

A longtime resident of Iroquois, Emma was born February 23, 1932. She was the daughter of Roy and Myrtle Hodgson (nee Droppo). Bob and Emma married in July of 1951.

Emma worked for Pyramid Paper Morrisburg, Caldwell Linen Mills Iroquois and RCA Prescott, where she retired from on April 1, 1977.

Emma loved garage sales, collecting dolls and cup and saucers, bingo, fishing, baking with her grandkids, watching television, country music, visiting and trips to “Timmies” with friends. 

Emma’s real passion in life was her children, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and children in general.

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A lifetime resident of the Brinston area, Patsy Ault passed away at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Thursday, December 5, 2013, following a brief illness.  She was 73.

Patsy was born the second of seven children to Byron and Margaret Ault (nee Hargrave). She became a teacher at a young age, and spent most of her teaching career at Dixon’s Corners Public School, where over the years, literally a thousand children passed through her classroom door, including her own children and many of her nieces and nephews.

Patsy was passionate about teaching; tough, but fair, earning the respect of her students, many who now say she was one of their favourite teachers.  She shared with her students her love of reading, history and nature. She led the cheerleading squad, public speaking and yearbook. She also taught Sunday school for many years at Hanesville United. 

Patsy documented her families in pictures – it was always a walk down memory lane with her, as she cherished the photographs she took and shared them at every family event. 

As her family grew up and got married, she welcomed each new addition with open arms; as the great-nieces and nephews appeared, each one received a Gund bear, a memorable tradition for all.  

Patsy made every effort to stay in touch with all of her family far and wide; kept track of birthdays and anniversaries, and was instrumental in organizing a summer family reunion every year, as well as a winter gathering in January.

Patsy had many loves…first and foremost was her family: her children, grandchildren, and most recently her great-grandchildren. She was so very proud of all of them and loved them so much. 

Over the years she shared with her family her love of painting, photography and playing piano.   She never stopped learning! 

After retirement, much of Patsy’s time was spent on a new love – genealogy.  Researching the Ault family history, she learned so much about her ancestors, and gathered boxes and boxes of invaluable information. 

She was instrumental in finding the Ault family’s link to the United Empire Loyalists, and participated for many years in the local chapter.  She created family history books, and her thirst for knowledge and love of family history encouraged an interest in genealogy family members.

Patsy loved her gardens, and they were the most beautiful in the neighbourhood – she shared their beauty with her regular group of tea ladies and other visitors; spending time in her yard, listening to the birds, chatting with friends, and enjoying the spectacular flowers.  

She also loved Brinston United Church and the people in it. She served on numerous committees over the years, and ensured that every Sunday service in Brinston was followed by coffee and conversation downstairs. For many years she decorated the church for each season.

Patsy made a difference in the lives of many, and she will be fondly remembered by her family and friends. 

Patsy is survived by her children Lee Thompson of Hanesville and Cathy Dickson (Rob Hutt) of Cardinal and by her grandchildren Tara Dickson (Kyle Dingwall), Callie Laurin (Matt), Derrick Thompson, Krista Thompson, Jenalee Thompson and great-grandchildren Oliver, Tessa and Reid.

She was the dear sister of Betty Graham (Gordon) of Nepean, Frank Ault (Pat), Wendell Ault (Isobel), Mike Ault (Bev), all of Brinston, Marguerite Ault (Allan Beckstead) of Spencerville and Walter Ault (Tawnya) of Brampton.  She 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.  Funeral service was held at Brinston United Church on Monday, December 9th at 11 a.m., with Rev. Valerie Vande Wiele officiating.  Interment followed at Spruce Haven Cemetery, Brinston.

Pallbearers were Danny Ault, Barney Ault, Bill Ault, Steve Graham, Mike Graham and Kelly Peters.

Donations to Brinston United Church would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.  Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com. 

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A lifetime resident of the Iroquois area, Tammy Lewis passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at the age of 41.

Tammy was born in Winchester on January 29, 1973, to her mother Violet Lewis.

She attended Dixon’s Corners Public School and Seaway District High School.

Tammy was a great inspiration to many people because of her upbeat attitude and ready smile. She will be sadly missed by her mother, aunt, uncles as well as many cousins and friends. 

Her family and friends gathered to pay their respects and say their final good byes on November 8th 2014 at Marsden & McLaughlin Funeral Home in Williamsburg, Ontario.

Tammy Lewis will be missed but never forgotten.

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