FAMILY FOLIAGE.
Ada Selena Allin (1885 ~ 1907)
4.10.1.1. First child of Alfred C. Allin and Almira M. Osborne, Ada Selena Allin, was born October 13, 1885, in Providence, Darlington Twp., Durham Co., Ontario.
She married George Franklin Annis, son of Levi Annis and Charlotte Clemens, June 1, 1907, in Providence, Ontario.
Ada S. Allin Annis died October 15, 1907, aged 22 years in Ebenezer, Ontario, and George F. Annis died August 27, 1957, aged 77 years in Oshawa, Ontario and are interred at Bowmanville Cemetery.
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Allin—Annis
A very pretty wedding took place Saturday at “Ward Dale,” Darlington, the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Allin, when their eldest daughter Ada Selena, was united in marriage with Mr. George F. Annis, Courtice. Rev. Vernon H. Emery, pastor of the Methodist church, Bowmanville, performed the ceremony in the presence of the large number of friends and relatives. As Mendelssohn’s Wedding march was being played by Miss Annie Allin, Bowmanville, the bride entered the room hanging on the arm of her father and took her place beside the groom in front of a beautiful bank of flowers. She was daintily gowned in white silk trimmed with chiffon and lace and carried a bouquet of bride’s roses. At the completion of the ceremony and after the congratulations Miss Annie Annis, the groom’s sister, sweetly sang “Oh fair, oh sweet and Holy” and this was followed by the sole, “’Twas June,” by Mr. Charles Allin. After an informal reception the guests entered the dining room which was tastefully decorated with ribbons, suspended from the ceiling, and carnations and enjoyed a dainty supper.
Mr. and Mrs. Annis took the evening train for Toronto amid showers of rice from their friends who had accompanied them to the station. Mrs. Annis traveling in a jumper suit of grey cloth with hat to match. The many beautiful gifts testified to the respect felt for the bride and groom. The groom’s gift to the bride was a brooch set with pearls and to the organist he gave a pearl ring.
Some of those present from a distance were: Mrs. McWood of Detroit; Mrs. Rouse, Brantford and Mr. and Mrs. Allin, Toronto. A reception was held at “Hillcrest,” the residence of Mr. Annis, on Tuesday when a number of their friends gathered to welcome them home. Bowmanville News, June 6, 1907.
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Ada S. Allin Annis
October 13, 1885 ~ October 15, 1907
A bright young life closed on Tuesday, October 15, 1907, when Ada Allin beloved wife of Mr. George F. Annis, Ebenezer, and eldest daughter of Mr. Alfred C. Allin, Providence, was called form earth to heaven.
Mrs. Annis was united in marriage with her now sorrowing husband in May last but disease had already laid its grasp upon her and she was not permitted to long enjoy her happy life. Deceased was of a bright and cheerful disposition and it seemed hard that she should not be privileged to enjoy life which held out so many enchanting prospects. But her heavenly Father ruled otherwise and for some time loving friends have known that she was soon to join the angel band of redeemed spirits. She lived to celebrate her 22nd birthday on Sunday, October 13 and then quietly slipped away a couple days later.
The funeral service was conducted Friday by Rev. John Garbutt, her pastor, assisted by Rev. William Joliffe and Rev. T. W. Joliffe, and was very largely attended.
The bearers were her five uncles: Messrs. John, Albert, Wesley, Charles and Dr. Edgar Allin, and her cousin, Mr. Mark Allin. The interment took place from “Ward Dale” the residence of her father to Bowmanville cemetery. Bowmanville News, Oct. 24, 1907.
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George F. Annis
November 15, 1879 ~ August 27, 1957
George F. Annis, widely known and highly respected throughout the United Counties of Northumberland and Durham, passed away in Oshawa General Hospital on August 27, 1957 in his 78th year.
Mr. Annis was in failing health for the past two months but was at home until a few hours before his passing.
Mr. Annis was born at the family homestead, Hillcrest Farm in Darlington Township south of Courtice, the son of the late Levi Annis and Charlotte Clemens. He attended school at S.S.4, Darlington and later took a business course at Albert College in Belleville. His father passing when he was a young man, Mr. Annis took over the home farm which has been in the Annis family since it was deeded from the Crown. He continued active farming until 14 years ago when his son-in-law Glenn Pickell took over this responsibility. Continuing to reside at the homestead until his death, he took great pleasure in his grandchildren, Rae and Shirley Pickell.
Always interested in the betterment of agriculture, Mr. Annis was a member and past president of West Durham Agricultural Society when the fall fair was held in Bowmanville, and after its amalgamation with Orono, continued as a director for some years. He was also for many years on the executive of the Ontario Agricultural Council.
Though a quiet man, Mr. Annis believed in serving his community and was a valued member of Darlington Township Council for 11 years, five of which he served as Reeve.
He served on the County Court of Revision from its inception until poor health made it necessary for him to resign his position in July. A letter from the Counties’ Clerk in acknowledgement of his resignation expresses what all associated with Mr. Annis in his various activities felt: “These Counties were extremely fortunate to have had your services on this Court from its inception to the present time, as your good judgment, honesty, ready wit, open mindedness and wealth of municipal experience has done much to establish respect and esteem for the County Court.”
Mr. Annis was respected by all for his integrity and taking a stand for what he felt was right.
He was a member for many years, and a past president of the Men’s Canadian Club, an organization which he greatly enjoyed. he was also a member of the board of Bowmanville Hospital and chairman in 1948. He was an elder in Ebenezer United Church and president of the Bible Society at the time of his death. In earlier years he also sang in the choir, and throughout the years served his church in many ways.
He was an active member of Durham County Liberal Association and the chosen candidate for West Durham Riding in the Provincial election of 1945.
In leisure hours he took pleasure in his garden and flowers.
In 1907 he married Ada Allin who passed away four months later. In 1914 he married Florence Allin and they had one daughter, Ada (Mrs. Glenn Pickell). His wife and daughter survive him, as well as two grandchildren Rae and Shirley Pickell.
Mr. Annis was the last member of his family, two brothers and three sisters having predeceased him: Arthur W., Lillian (Mrs. Arthur H. Brent), Walter, Florence (Mrs. S. J. Courtice) and Annie (Mrs. L. T. Courtice).
Funeral service was conducted at the Morris Funeral Chapel on August 30, by two former pastors of Ebenezer Church. Rev. H. C. Linstead of Niagara Falls and Rev. W. C. Smith of Port Stanley. Mr. Annis’ Christian life, his work in church and community, and his love of beauty.
Mrs. Albert Cole presided at the organ. Many beautiful floral tributes spoke eloquently of the esteem in which Mr. Annis was held. Among them being those of The County Court of Revision and County Assessor, Warden and Council of the United Counties of Northumberland and Durham, The Township of Darlington, The Durham Liberal Association, The Staff of Roy Nichols Garages of Bowmanville and Courtice, The Harmonizers, Ebenezer Church.
Pallbearers were four nephews, Howard Brent, Lorne Annis, James Clark, Rev. Carman Armstrong, and two cousins Clare Allin and Alfred Allin. Interment was in Bowmanville Cemetery.
Friends and relatives attended the funeral from Brantford, Windsor, Toronto, Scarboro, Milton and Cobourg as well as Bowmanville and district. Bowmanville Statesman, Sept. 5, 1957.