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Wesley Richard Allin (1871 ~ 1966)

4.10.7. Seventh child of Jane Elford and Samuel Allin, Wesley Richard Allin, was born March 28, 1871, in Providence, Darlington Twp., Durham Co., Ontario.

He married Nellie Ann Dowson, daughter of Mark Dowson and Mary Jane Truscott, December 26, 1905, in Bowmanville, Darlington Twp., Durham Co., and had two children:

(4.10.7.1) Mary Bernice (1908 ~ 1983)
(4.10.7.2) Evelyn Ruth (1910 ~ 1983)

Wesley R. Allin died April 4, 1966, aged 95 years, and Nellie A. Dowson Allin died April 15, 1948, aged 74 years in Bowmanville, Ontario and are interred at Bowmanville Cemetery.

----- MARRIAGE -----

Allin—Dowson

A most happy event transpired at the residence of Mr. Mark Dowson, Bowmanville, Tuesday, December 26, 1905, when their only daughter, Miss Nellie A., was united in marriage with Mr. Wesley R. Allin, fourth son of Mr. Samuel Allin, Lake Shore West. At four o’clock while the wedding march was being played by Miss E. Annie Allin, sister of the groom, the bride entered the drawing room leaning on the arm of her father, where the immediate relatives were gathered to witness the pleasing event. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Wm. Jolliffe assisted by Rev. V. H. Emory. The bride who was unattended was becomingly attired in white and carried a bouquet of carnations and roses. Her travelling dress was of blue ladies’ cloth with hat to match. At the close of the ceremony Mr. Charles Allin, brother of the groom, sang “Queen of My Heart.” After partaking of the wedding supper the happy couple left on the evening train for Toronto, Detroit and other western points amid showers of rice and the good wishes of their friends. The presents to the bride were pretty and useful articles, some being sent from London, England. The groom’s present to the bride being a handsome sable muff. Among messages of congratulations received was a cablegram from London, England. Bowmanville Statesman, Jan. 10, 1906.

----- OBITUARIES -----

Wesley R. Allin

March 28, 1871 ~ April 4, 1966

The death of Wesley Richard Allin, a highly respected citizen of this town, occurred at Memorial Hospital on Monday, April 4, 1966. Mr. Allin celebrated his 95th birthday on March 28, a few days before his death.

In declining health during the past winter, Mr. Allin had been seriously ill and a hospital patient for only four days prior to his decease.

Son of the late Samuel Allin and Jane (Elford) Allin, the deceased was born at Providence Community, Darlington Township, in 1871 and attended Providence Public School. On December 26, 1905, he married Nellie Ann Dowson who predeceased him in April, 1948. He was a member of Trinity United Church, Bowmanville.

A diligent, conscientious worker, Mr. Allin farmed all of his adult life until his retirement about 18 years ago. From 1905 to 1948 he operated his farm situated on the Lakeshore in West Darlington where his son-in-law, Mr. Norman Brown, now farms.

Until quite recently he had taken quite an active interest in local happenings and greatly enjoyed reading, particularly the daily newspapers. Accompanied by his brothers, he also derived much pleasure visiting shut-ins and acquaintances. A highlight for Mr. Allin on his birthday, was the celebration of the occasion by Trinity United Church Friendship Club, of which he was a member. He was also a member of the Senior Citizens.

Mr. Allin is survived by two daughters, Bernice (Mrs. Douglas Cole) and Ruth (Mrs. Norman Brown), and by a brother, Mr. S. Charles Allin, all of Bowmanville. Eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren also survive.

The funeral service was held from the Morris Funeral Chapel, Bowmanville, on Wednesday, April 6th, and was conducted by Rev. George K. Ward of Trinity United Church. During the service Mrs. Albert Cole, a cousin for whom Mr. Allin had great affection, presided at the organ. Interment was in Bowmanville Cemetery.

Pallbearers were three grandsons, Donald and Murray Brown and Allin Cole; and three nephews, Clare and Alfred Allin, and Alvin Dowson.

Among the many beautiful floral tributes, evidence of the esteem in which the deceased was held, were those from Darlington Teachers, and Durham Chapter 181, Order of the Eastern Star. Bowmanville Statesman, Apr. 20, 1966.

Nellie A. Dowson Allin

December 21, 1873 ~ April 15, 1948