2.2.1.11. Margaret A. Wright (1908-1987)

Margaret Alice Wright (1908 ~ 1987)

2.2.1.11. Eleventh child of Annie Ranson and William H. Wright, Margaret Alice Wright, was born January 25, 1908, in Tosorontio Twp., Simcoe Co., Ontario.

She married William James Dermott, son of Robert Lawrence Dermott and Annie Garnet Coleman, on May 16, 1928, in Thompsonville, Tecumseth Twp., Simcoe Co., Ontario and had five children:

(2.2.1.11.1) James Alvin (1930 ~ 2011)
(2.2.1.11.2) Donald William (1932 ~ 1932)
(2.2.1.11.3) Marjorie Loreen (1934 ~ 2010)
(2.2.1.11.4) Marie Margaret (1935 ~ 1935)
(2.2.1.11.5) Harold Ronald (1938 ~ 1994)

Margaret A. Wright Dermott died August 15, 1987, aged 79 years and W. James Dermott died July 23, 1984, aged 81 years in Alliston, Ontario and are interred at Alliston Union Cemetery.

----- MARRIAGE -----

Wright—Dermott

A very pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Wright, Alliston, Wednesday, May 16, 1928, when their youngest daughter, Margaret, was united in marriage to Mr. James Dermott, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dermott, also of Alliston. Rev. A. B. Irwin officiated. The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, looked charming in a gown of white georgette trimmed with silver lace and tulle. Her veil of embroidered net held in place by a dainty cornet of orange blossoms, fell in graceful folds over her dress. She carried a bouquet of roses and sweet peas. Miss Minetta McDermott of Beeton, as bridesmaid, wore pale pink georgette trimmed with lace and carried a bouquet of carnations and sweet peas. The groom was supported by Mr. Joseph Wright, brother of the bride. Miss Annie Anderson of Toronto, niece of the bride, who played the wedding march, wore a dainty little French gown of peach crepe de chene. The contracting parties were recipients of many gifts from their hosts of friends. Following the ceremony a sumptuous breakfast was served. After which amid showers of confetti the happy couple left for Niagara and other points, the bride travelling in a grey coat, with fox fur cuffs, grey shoes and stockings, with hat to match. On their return Mr. and Mrs. Dermott will reside near Alliston. Alliston Herald, May 24, 1928.

----- OBITUARIES -----

Margaret A. Wright Dermott

Margaret Alice (Wright) Dermott of Alliston died at Stevenson Memorial Hosptial on August 15, 1987 in her 80th year.

Mrs. Dermott, who had lived in the Garden Apartments in Alliston for the past two years, was born January 25, 1908, in Tosorontio Township. Her family later moved to Thompsonville in Tecumseth Township where she attended school.

Mrs. Dermott was one of 11 children. She is survived by one sister, Mary McMulkin of Barrie.

On May 16, 1928, she married James Dermott and together they lived at Lot 6, Con. 5 in Tosorontio Township, which was the family farm for 27 years. They then built a retirement home on Highway 89 in Adjala Township where they lived until 1984 when Mr. Dermott died.

Mrs. Dermott was a member of St. John’s United Church in Alliston as well as the Everett Women’s Institute and Alliston and Everett Senior Citizens’ groups. She enjoyed traveling and was an avid euchre player until her health failed. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting and quilting for her family.

Mrs. Dermott leaves her son Alvin of Alliston, her daughter Loreen of Peterborough and her son Harold of Tottenham.

She will be fondly remembered by her seven grandchildren and eight great grand-children.

The funeral was held on August 18 at the W. John Thomas Funeral Home with Rev. Fred Jackson officiating. Her five grandsons and one nephew were pallbearers. Interment was at Alliston Union Cemetery. Alliston Herald, Sept. 2, 1987.

W. James Dermott

March 31, 1903 ~ July 23, 1984

William James Dermott of Alliston died July 23, 1984 after a brief illness in Stevenson Memorial Hospital. He was in her 82nd year.

Mr. Dermott was born March 31, 1903 in Mono Township, Dufferin County, the son of Robert Lawrence Dermott and Annie Garnet Coleman. He was married May 16, 1928 to Margaret Alice Wright.

He will be missed by his son Alvin Dermott and his wife Betty of Alliston; his daughter Loreen Hubbert of Peterborough and his son Harold Dermott and his wife Ruth of Tottenham.

Mr. Dermott is survived by three sisters, Mona Graham of Alliston, Jean Service of Beeton, Dorothy Ferris of Alliston, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

He farmed in Tosorontio Township from 1928 to 1955. He was a member of St. John’s United Church in Alliston and a member of the Alliston Senior Citizens. He enjoyed playing euchre, gardening, reading and his family.

The funeral took place July 26 at W. J. Thomas Funeral Home in Alliston at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Fred Jackson presiding. Interment was at Alliston Union Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Mel Gilroy, Harvey Lloyd, Russel Beaton, Dick McGuire, Len Smith and Wray McCracken. Five grandsons were the flowerbearers. Alliston Herald, Aug. 8, 1984.

J. Alvin Dermott

April 18, 1930 ~ November 17, 2011

Passed away in his 82nd year on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at Stevenson Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband and best friend of Betty. Dear father of Rick (Brigitte), Rob (Bonnie) and Valerie (Shawn Fitzgerald). Loving grandfather of Maureen, Jennifer, Sarah, Michael, Meghann and Sean. Proud great-grandfather of Liam, Logan and Charlotte. Alvin was predeceased by his brother Harold and sister Loreen. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and good friends. The family will receive friends at W. John Thomas Funeral Home, 244 Victoria St. E., Alliston from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, November 20th. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, November 21, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment Alliston Union Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. www.thomasfuneralhome.ca. Toronto Star, Nov. 18, 2011.

M. Loreen Dermott Hubert McDonald Massey

January 18, 1934 ~ September 17, 2010

Peacefully at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Friday, September 17, 2010, Mrs. Marjorie Loreen Hubert Massey (nee Dermott) at the age of 76. Beloved wife of Cliff Massey and the late Don Hubbert. Loving mother of Brian Hubbert (Rhonda), Sharon Hubbert (Glenda Esson) and step mother of Del Massey (Vickie), Gary Massey (Sue), Don Massey (Kathy), and Chris Thiessen (Gary). Cherished grandmother of two and step grandmother of seven. Dear sister of Alvin Dermott (Betty) and the late Harold. Sister-in-law of Ruth. Loreen will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the Nisbett Funeral Home and Chapel, 600 Monaghan Rd. S., Peterborough on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the Nisbett Chapel at 12 p.m on Wednesday, September 22, 2010, with visitation from 11-12 p.m. Interment Rosemount Memorial Gardens. In memory of Loreen and in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Friends are invited to sign the on-line book of condolences at www.nisbettfuneralhome.com. Peterborough Examiner, Sept. 20, 2010.

Harold R. Dermott

August 6, 1938 ~ July 17, 1994

At his home in Tottenham on Sunday, July 17, 1994, Harold R. Dermott, loving husband of Ruth McClain. Loving father of Debbie and Brad Ellison and Jim and Paula Dermott. Poppa Harold to Jimmy, John, Jessica and Calandra. Dear brother of Alvin and Loreen. Beloved son of the late Jim and Margaret Dermott, son-in-law of Florence and the late Edgar McClain of Tottenham. Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham, from 7-9 p.m. Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. A family service will be held in the chapel Wednesday, followed by interment in Alliston Union Cemetery. In memory of Harold, donations to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #329 Tottenham or The Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated and gratefully acknowledged by the family. Harold’s generous nature and wonderful sense of humour will be with us forever. Beeton Record Sentinal and Times, July 20, 1994.