9.9.1.1. Helen Lilian Bradbury (1931-)

Helen Lillian Brenton (1931 ~ )

9.9.1.1. First child of Flossie C. Brenton and James B. Bradbury, Helen Lillian Brenton, was born January 22, 1931, in Cobourg, Ontario.

She married Ralph David Hortop, son of Frank Herrick Hortop and Meta Decassigne Read, October 7, 1950, in Cobourg, Ontario and had three children:

(9.9.1.1.1) David Barry (1951 ~ )
(9.9.1.1.2) Judith Anne (1952 ~ )
(9.9.1.1.3) Frank Ralph (1956 ~ )

Helen L. Bradbury Hortop currently resides in Port Perry, Ontario and Ralph D. Hortop died January 2, 2013, aged 82 years in Arnprior, Ontario and is interred at ..

----- MARRIAGE -----

Bradbury—Hortop

The marriage between Helen Lillian Bradbury, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James B. Bradbury, Cobourg, and Ralph David Hortop, Grafton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hortop, Toronto, was solemnized on Saturday, October 7, 1950, at St. Peter’s Church, Cobourg. Rev. H. Bedford-Jones officiated.

The church was decorated with ‘mums and wedding music was played by Miss K. Warner.

The bride’s gown was pale pink nylon over pale pink taffeta with matching headdress of pale pink feathers. She carred a nosegay of pink and white ‘mums. The bride’s attendant, her sister, Barbara Anne Bradbury, wore pale blue nylon over pale blue taffeta, with matching headdress of pale blue feathers and carried nosegay of pink and white ‘mums.

Frank Hortop, Grafton, the groom’s brother, was best man. Ushers were Charles Harrot and Bill Thompson.

The reception was held at the bride’s home, 271 Walton St., Cobourg.

The bride’s mother wore navy blue sheer gown, with grey accessories and a corsage of bronze ‘mums, while the groom’s mother’s gown was of navy blue with pink accessories. She carried a corsage of pink roses.

For the wedding trip to Toronto and Buffalo, the bride wore a wine suit with black accessories. The newlyweds will reside at Grafton. Cobourg Sentinel-Star, Oct. 12, 1950.

----- OBITUARIES -----

Helen L. Bradbury Hortop

Ralph D. Hortop

March 13, 1930 ~ January 2, 2013

At home, surrounded by his family, Ralph passed away [January 2, 2013] to be with his Maker. Left to mourn are Ralph’s dear wife and companion of 62 years, Helen (nee Bradbury); children David (Cathy Williamson), Judy MacDonald (Ivan Bell), Frank (Carol Byce) and sister Grace Reinke (late Howard). Predeceased by his brother Frank Hortop (Claire). Ralph is survived by his grandhildren: Lynn (Isreal Adebekun), Leigh (Anthony Di Mascio), Trish (James Benson), Jessica MacDonald, Jennilea, Kayleigh and Ian Hortop and great-grandchildren Issac and Luca. He will also be missed by Brianne, Cody and Cassidy Leach; his many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. His family enjoyed his humor and kindness to others. Ralph’s strong faith in God followed him to the end and continues to be a great comfort and inspiration to his family. Ralph’s family are thankful to those who provided him with exceptional home care: Dr. Susanna McCarthy, Cindy, Stacey, Jennifer, Wendy, Linda, and Shelly. During the many visits, their cheerful offering of support and caring thoughts allowed the family to assist him in his last days. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday, January 12th, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. thence to Calvary Baptist Church, 156 Landrigan Street, Arnprior for a funeral service at 2 o’clock. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Ottawa Citizen, Jan. 5, 2013.

----- Descendants of Helen L. Bradbury -----

1 Thomas Adams (1782 ~ 1865)

...+Isabella McBride (1787 ~ 1871)

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

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

.............3 Victoria Doretta Adams (1873 ~ 1951)

................+Vernon Brenton (1874 ~ 1947)

.....................4 Flossie Clarissa Brenton (1901 ~ 1982)

........................+James Bowker Bradbury (1911 ~ 1983)

............................5 Helen Lilian Bradbury (1931 ~ )

...............................+Ralph David Hortop (1930 ~ 2013)

............................5 Barbara Anne Bradbury (1932 ~ 2005)

............................5 Joan Rae Bradbury (1933 ~ 1939)

............................5 James Vernon Bradbury (1936 ~ 1944)

............................5 Douglas Percy Bradbury (1941 ~ 1941)