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Mary Dorothy Souch (1901 ~ 1992)

4.4.7.1. First child of Cephas W. Souch and Maude C. Hayes, Mary Dorothy Souch, was born March 16, 1901, in Enniskillen, Darlington Twp., Durham Co., Ontario.

She married Jesse 'Albert' Cole, son of Jesse Edgar Lewis Cole and Maria Jane Salisbury, August 2, 1924, in Hampton, Darlington Twp., Durham Co., Ontario and had one child:

(4.4.7.1.1) Donald William (1932 ~ 2011)

Mary D. Souch died January 22, 1992, aged 90 years and J. Albert Cole died May 3, 1984, aged 86 years in Bowmanville, Ontario and are interred at Hampton Union Cemetery.

----- MARRIAGE -----

Souch—Cole

Many young people gathered at the home of Miss Mary D. Souch, A.T.C.M., eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Souch, Hampton, on the eve of her marriage to heap upon her good wishes for future happiness as well as to express their regret at losing so valuable a member of this community. They expressed their high regard in gifts of silver dishes and valuable cutlery, together with a high appreciative address in which Miss Souch’s untiring interests in every good work were especially noted. Her ever-cheerful manner, her unassuming activities in Church, Sunday School and Young People’s League, will make her place very difficult to fill. Miss Souch’s Sunday School Class also called at her home and presented their teacher with a beautiful casserole, as an expression of their love and high appreciation. On Saturday morning, August 2, 1924, Miss Souch was quietly married at the Parsonage, Hampton, by Rev. W. W. Jones, B.D., to Mr. Albert J. Cole, Bowmanville. After a dainty wedding repast at the bride’s home, the happy couple left for a motor trip into Northern Victoria County for their honeymoon. The very best wishes of a host of friends go with them for a happy and useful life together. Bowmanville Statesman, Aug. 7, 1924.

----- OBITUARIES -----

Mary D. Souch Cole

March 16, 1901 ~ January 22, 1992

Graduating in 1923 from Whitby Ladies College with silver medal honors, Mary Dorothy Cole died on Wednesday, January 22, 1992.

Born on the Souch homestead, west of Enniskillen, she was educated at Baker’s and Hampton Public Schools, and at Bowmanville High School. She was married in 1924, to the late Albert J. Cole and resided in Bowmanville until her death.

Mary taught music for many years, and played for several musicals. For more than 30 years, she was the organist for the Morris Funeral Chapel in Bowmanville.

Surviving are a son Donald, three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a sister, Mildred Caverly, of Strathhaven Manor.

Funeral services were held on Saturday at the Morris Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Frank Lockhart and the Rev. N. E. Schamerhorn officiating.

Honorary pallbearers were Doug Caverly, Allan Cole, Duane Beers, Bob Williams, Gary Conway and Paul Lane.

Interment Hampton Cemetery. Bowmanville Statesman, Feb. 12, 1992.

J. Albert Cole

March 22, 1898 ~ May 3, 1984

Albert Cole passed away in Bowmanville Memorial Hospital, on Thursday, May 3, 1984, after an illness of nine weeks. He was in his 87th year.

Born in Hampton, March 22, 1898, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Cole, Bowmanville. Albert was educated in Hampton schools and Bowmanville High School, later taking a five year correspondence course in mechanical engineering.

Albert started his career with Goodyear Canada in 1918 as a draftsman, then designing machinery in all shapes of mat molds. He supervised the construction work of many buildings. He was also interested in community activity. Secretary treasurer of the Planning Board, also secretary-treasurer of the Board of Adjustment. A member of Jerusalem Lodge, receiving his 50 year Jewel. A member of Trinity United Church, and served on the Board of Stewards and Property Committee.

On August 2, 1924 he was married to Mary Souch, Hampton. They have lived on Scugog St., Bowmanville for 59 years. Albert retired from Goodyear after 43 years service.

The funeral service was held at the Morris Funeral Chapel. Rev. John Peters and Rev. Arthur Amacher conducted the service.

Mrs. Allanah Coles sang a very beautiful solo “Amazing Grace,” Mrs. Helen McDonald presided at the chapel organ. There were floral tributes from Goodyear, Masonic Lodge, and many from friends and relatives.

The Honorary Bearers were Wm. Hoskin, Norman Elliott, Ralph Poole, Ivan Hobbs, Ralph McIntyre and Rusty Crawford.

Albert was predeceased by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Cole, and a sister Mildred.

Those surviving are his wife Mary, son Donald and sister Marjorie and grandchildren Allan and Cindy. One great grandchild Craig.

Private family burial took place at Hampton Cemetery. Bowman-ville Statesman, June 13, 1984.