9.4.2.3. Elmer A. Sherwin (1921-1997)

Elmer Austin Sherwin (1921 ~ 1997)

9.4.2.3. Third child of Silas A. Sherwin and Cora George, Elmer Austin Sherwin, was born September 30, 1921, in Roseneath, Alnwick Twp., Northumberland Co., Ontario.

He married Irene May McGrayne, daughter of William Gerald McGrayne and Sarah Annis Calbery, March 18, 1944, in Campbellford, Ontario and had nine children:

(9.4.2.3.1) Barbara Ann (1945 ~ 2016)
(9.4.2.3.2) Carolyn Marie (1946 ~ )
(9.4.2.3.3) Elizabeth Cora (1947 ~ 2014)
(9.4.2.3.4) Shirley Irene May (1948 ~ )
(9.4.2.3.5) Robert Silas William (1951 ~ )
(9.4.2.3.6) Elmer Donald Stewart (1952 ~ 2014)
(9.4.2.3.7) Beverley Diane (1954 ~ )
(9.4.2.3.8) Debra Lynn (1955 ~ )
(9.4.2.3.9) Richard James (1957 ~ )

Elmer A. Sherwin died October 20, 1997, aged 76 years in Peterborough, Ontario and Irene M. McGrayne Sherwin died May 25, 2013, aged 89 years in Campbellford, Ontario and are interred at Trent Valley Cemetery, Hastings, Ontario.

----- MARRIAGE -----

Sherwin—McGrayne

HASTINGS, March 21—The marriage took place in Campbellford of Irene May McGrayne, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William McGrayne of Hastings, to Rfmn. Elmer Austin Sherwin of Roseneath, youngest son of Mr. Silas Sherwin and the late Mrs. Sherwin, Rev. W. J. Lennox officiated.

The bride wore a dress of Royal blue crepe with navy access-ories. She was attended by her cousin, Miss Shirley Heenan of Campbellford, who wore a navy dress with navy accessories and a corsage of pink carnations. The groom was attended by the bride's brother, William George McGrayne.

A reception was held at the home of the bride's parents. The table was attractively decorated with pink and white streamers, and a large bouquet of daffodils and a three tier wedding cake.

The young couple will make their home in Niagara Falls, where the groom is now stationed. Peterborough Examiner, Mar. 21, 1944.

----- OBITUARIES -----

Elmer A. Sherwin

At Civic Hospital, Peterborough on Monday, October 20, 1997, Elmer Austin Sherwin of 19 Clyde St., Hastings aged 76 years. A 53 year member Hastings Legion Branch #106, Member Hastings Lodge A.F. & A.M. #633. Beloved husband of Irene McGrayne. Dear father of Barbara and her husband John Marchand of Pickering, Carolyn and her husband Terry Thede of Markham, Shirley and her husband Joe Aiello of Port Hope, Elizabeth and her husband Gerry Preston, Diane and her husband Bill Swinehart, Debbie and her husband Paul Downey and Rick and his wife Lorrie all of Peterborough, Robert and his wife Mary Ellen of Norwood and Don of Hastings. Lovingly remembered by 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Brother of the late Stewart and Donald. Resting at the Brett “Hastings” Chapel 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Service Thursday at 2 p.m. Interment Trent Valley Cemetery. If so desired donations may be made (by cheques only) to the charity of your choice. Legion service Wednesday 6:45 p.m. Peterborough Examiner, Oct. 22, 1997.

Irene M. McGrayne Sherwin

November 23, 1923 ~ May 25, 2013

Peacefully at Campbellford Memorial Hospital, Irene May (nee McGrayne) Sherwin on May 25, 2013 in her 90th year. Wife of the late Elmer Austin Sherwin (1997). Beloved mother of Barbara Marchand (John), Carolyn Thede (Terry), Shriley Aiello (Joe), Elizabeth Preston (Gerry), Diane Swinehart, Debbie Downey (Paul), Rick (Pat), Robert (Mary Ellen), and Don. Proud grandmother of 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Family and friends may gather at St. George’s Anglican Church, 38 Bridge St. S., Hastings on Monday, May 27, 2013 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Interment at Trent Valley Cemetery. In memory of Irene, donations may be made to the Canadian Kidney Foundation, Campbellford Memorial Hospital or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.brettfuneralchapels.com. Peterborough Examiner, May 24, 2013.

Elizabeth C. Sherwin Millar Preston

November 20, 1947 ~ June 4, 2014

Elizabeth C. Preston ~ Peacefully at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre after a long hard fought battle with cancer on Wednesday, June 4, 2014. Liz (Sherwin) of Peterborough in her 67th year. Beloved Wife of Gerry Preston. Cherished Mother of Brenda (Kirk Hillier) of Peterborough, Bev (Rod Aubin) of Barrie, Rob Millar (Shauna) of Markham and Rick Bryans (Deb) of Kanata. Devoted and much loved Nanny to Allie & Stephanie Hillier, Lauren & Brendan Aubin and Quinton Millar. Daughter of the late Elmer and Irene Sherwin. Dear Sister of Barbara (John Marchand), Carolyn (Terry Thede), Shirley (Joe Aiello), Bob Sherwin (Mary Ellen), Diane Swinehart, Deb (Paul Downey), Rick Sherwin (Pat) and the late Don Sherwin. Sweet Aunt Lizzy to many nieces and nephews whom she adored. Friends will be received at the ASHBURNHAM FUNERAL HOME, 840 Armour Road, from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 8, 2014. A memorial service will be held in the Ashburnham Chapel on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. followed by a reception in the Legacy Room. If desired, directions to the service, condolences to the family and donations to the Hospital for Sick Kids may be made at www.AshburnhamFuneral.ca or by calling 705-740-0444. Peterborough Examiner, June 6, 2014.

Donald S. Sherwin

March 27, 1952 ~ January 19, 2014

Elmer Donald Stewart Sherwin ~ At his residence January 19, 2014 in his 62nd year. Father of Jim (Ashley Ford). Grandfather of Hailey & Cameron Sherwin. Brother of Barbara Marchand (John), Carolyn Thede (Terry), Shirley Aiello (Joe), Elizabeth Preston (Gerry), Diane Swinehart, Debbie Downey (Paul), Rick (Pat), and Robert (Mary Ellen). Sadly missed by his nieces and nephews. Son of the late Elmer & Irene Sherwin. A Celebration Of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 10 Front Street West, Hastings on Sunday, February 2, 2014 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Online condolences may be made at www.brettfuneralchapels.com. Quinte Community Press, Jan. 30, 2014.

----- Descendants of Elmer A. Sherwin -----

1 Thomas Adams (1782 ~ 1865)

...+Isabella McBride (1787 ~ 1871)

.....2 Thomas Adams (1827 ~ 1901)

.........+Jane James (1831 ~ 1912)

.............3 Sarah Jane Adams (1863 ~ 1934)

................+Charles Alfred Sherwin (1861 ~ 1939)

.....................4 Silas Austin Sherwin (1888 ~ 1969)

........................+Cora George (1888 ~ 1941)

............................5 Donald Charles Sherwin (1913 ~ 1986)

............................5 Stewart Everton Sherwin (1915 ~ 1969)

............................5 Elmer Austin Sherwin (1921 ~ 1997)

...............................+Irene May McGrayne (1923 ~ 2013)