Event Date : Monday, June 19, 1905
Event Type : Death

Description : On Monday evening, June 19th, as the shade of night fell upon our town, a darker shadow fell upon the well-known home of one of Bradford's oldest residents, as Mr. Andrew Thompson passed from this life to be no longer here. For some time past the question of Mr. Thompson's health has been uppermost in the minds of his family and friends as it was discovered that serious heart trouble existed. Despite the fact that the deceased regained sufficient strength to appear in his place of business last week, it was only that and nothing more. All the while his critical condition prevailed. On Friday last a form of intestinal trouble loomed unexpectedly up, and at once the original trouble was aggravated, causing a serious complication which medical skill was unable to cope with, and after a brief but trying illness of a few days Mr. Thompson was no more. Only some four years ago the younger son in the same home-Climie-was, by an acute disease, snapped away as it were, and it is well-remembered that his last words, "You'll not be long after me father" have come strikingly true. Serious family illness has also in the interval intervening rested heavily upon the members of the now sorely afflicted home making a seemingly double portion of sorrow to bear. In all of this the sympathy of the whole town goes out in large measure to the grief-stricken wife and children who survive. Norman who for some time past has been in the Sovereign Bank at Stouffville was able to reach home ere his father had passed away Monday night whilst the Misses Beatrice and Gertie were as ever brave and supporting to their heart-broken mother.

Deceased was born in the Township of Innisfil on the 17th of January 1841 and had resided in this neighbourhood all his life. He learned his trade of tinsmithing with Mr. Geo. Mortimore of Newmarket and shortly after commenced business in this village. He was married in 1873 to Miss Mary Jane Williamson of this village who survives him. He was an affectionate husband and father and enjoyed exceptionally good health scarcely knowing what a day's sickness meant. For over 35 years the name of Andrew Thompson has as a businessman been before the public as a hardware merchant and tinsmith. First in partnership with Mr. B.F. Kendall. Then alone when for years he occupied the stand now filled by Mr. R. Neilly. Four years ago on the departure of Mr. Jas. Driffill from the corner store it was purchased and occupied by Mr. Thompson who added to his line of business that of hardware.In public affairs the deceased manifested a goodly interest and held the positions of Councillor and Public School Trustee for a time. A liberal spirit was ever shown towards all worthy objects giving of the fruits of his persevering industry and honest toil. He was a member in good standing of the A.O.U.W. and was buried by the Order on Wednesday afternoon at Mount Pleasant cemetery. In the absence of a settled pastor in the Presbyterian Church with which Mr. Thompson identified himself the Rev.s Morley Young and Smith resident ministers officiated at the services of the house which were largely attended. A large and solemn cortege followed to the place of interment about forty in number preceding the hearse. Rev. Mr. Morley conducted the sad rites at the grave after which the beautiful service of the Workmen Order took place and was concluded by the breathren marching around the grave and depositing a sprig of evergreen on the coffin of their deceased brother. A number of beautiful floral tributes covered the coffin including one from the town council and one from the children bearing the word "Father." The pallbearers were: W.B. Scott, H.S. Broughton, R.F. Green, Cyrus Long, S. Lukes, E. Garrett, J. Elliott, J.M.B. Stephens. Mr. E.J. Humphrey of Toronto undertaker assisted Mr. B.B. Collings funeral director and everything passed off with much solemnity and in quiet order.The following persons from a distance were present at the funeral: Mr. and Mrs. A. Climie and Miss Climie Listowel; Mr. Stobie Buffalo; Mrs. E. Jones Markham; Mr. Burns and Mr. Watson Newmarket; Mr. and Mrs. Williamson Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Humphrey Mrs. Will Hamer Mrs. O. Wade Mr. W. Reive Mr. Davidson Mr. C. Elliot Mr. A. Sutherland Mr. Donald Ferguson Mr. Issac Pratt and Miss Field all of Toronto and Miss Sarah McBride of Aurora. "

Event Date : Thursday, September 15, 1932
Event Type : Marriage

Description : Ceremony took place at the Rectory in Bradford. Was performed by Rev. T. J. Drew.

Event Date : Saturday, March 02, 1957
Event Type : Death

Description : Died at Bradford. Beloved husband of Ethel Waldruff. Rested at the Lathangue-Kilkenny Funeral Home, Simcoe St., Bradford, for service on Monday, at 2:30 p.m. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Bradford.

Event Date : Saturday, January 11, 1997
Event Type : Death

Description : Peacefully at Aurora Resthaven Nursing Home. Nee Brady. Resident of Bradford. Wife of the late Alex Spence. Mother of Betty and her late husband Keith Noble. Nana of Doug Noble and and his wife Hutoxi of Ottawa, Ron Noble and his wife Rhonda of Bradford and Barbara Noble of Bradford. Great-nana of Shireen, Sandra, Megan and predeceased by Michael. Visitation and service at the Lathangue & Skwarchuk Funeral Home, Bradford. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Bradford. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Event Date : Wednesday, March 29, 1995
Event Type : Death

Description : Suddenly at York County Hospital, Newmarket, in her 78th year. Nee Roberts. Resident of Bradford. Wife of the late Art Spence. Mother of Bob and his wife Bev of Bracebridge, Dave and his wife Millie, Linda and her husband Bill Whiteside, and Don, all of Bradford. Sister of Charlie and Ab Roberts and predeceased by Maurice. Grandmother of Kim Hammill, Melanie and Shelley Spence, Joe, Joshua and the late Albert Whiteside and Robert Spence. Great-grandmother of Ryan McLoughlin, Jessica, Samantha and Sebastian Whiteside, and Matthew Spence. Visitation and service at the Lathangue & Skwarchuk Funeral Home, Bradford. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Bradford. Donations to the York County Hospital Foundation, Newmarket, would be appreciated.

Event Date : Wednesday, February 28, 1973
Event Type : Death

Description : Died at Wellesley Hospital, Toronto. Of Bradford, beloved husband of Mary Brady, and dear father of Betty (Mrs. Keith Noble) of Bradford, loving grandfather of Douglas, Ronald and Barbara. Dear brother of Minnie (Mrs. Hammel) of Bradford, Emerson of Delhi and the late William, Emily, Norman and Arthur. Rested at the Lewis Funeral Home, 30 Simcoe St., Bradford. Service in the chapel Mar. 3, 1973. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

Event Date : Wednesday, February 28, 1973
Event Type : Death

Description : A life-long resident of Bradford, Alexander W. Spence of 155 Barrie St. died in Wellesley Hospital, Toronto, on February 28. Mr. Spence, 72, owned and operated Spence Lumber on Bridge St. He served on the former Bradford School Board and on the Bradford Council for several years. He was active in the conservation association, served as a Past District Deputy Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge and was a member of the United Church. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, March 3 in the Lewis Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Chapman officiating. Interment was in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Surviving are Mr. Spence's wife, the former Mary Brady; one daughter, Mrs. Keith (Betty) Noble of Bradford; one sister, Mrs. Minnie Hammel of Bradford; one brother, Emerson of Delhi and three grandchildren, Douglas, Ronald and Barbara.Three brothers and one sister, William, Norman, Arthur and Emily are predeceased.

Event Date : Wednesday, December 04, 1946
Event Type : Death

Description : Wife of A.C.W. Soper and mother to Mrs Howard E. Vallat (Doris) and Caroline died in Bradford at the age of 63. She was born in Bradford to Mr Thomas Edmanson and the late Mary Hannah Goodchild. Interment in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Bradford. Additional information in The Bradford Witness, December 18, 1946 page 7.

Event Date : Wednesday, December 08, 1909
Event Type : Marriage

Description : Elsie Evelyn (Eva), eldest daughter of the late Mr. Thomas Edmanson, to Mr. Albert Charles Watson Soper, of Sudbury, Ontario. The wedding took place at the Presbyterian Church, Bradford. A reception was held at the residence of the bride's mother. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. J. Fraser Smith, of Comber. The bride was escorted by her brother, Mr. W.T. Edmanson, of Grand Valley.

Event Date : Thursday, January 20, 1955
Event Type : Death
Municipality : Dunnville

Description : The death occurred at Dunnville on Thursday, January 20, of Mrs. E. P. Snow in her 89th year. Mrs. Snow will be remembered by old time residents of Bradford. Her husband was in business here known as a sadler business, and Mr. and Mrs. Snow resided in the house on John
Street now occupied by Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Saxon. After Mr. Snow's death, some thirty years ago, Mrs. Snow moved to her home town of Dunnville and had since resided there.Throughout the years Mrs. Snow never lost interest in Bradford and her friends here. She kept herself informed of people here through this newspaper. Mrs. Snow was a very active worker in Trinity Anglican Church during her residence in Bradford. Mr. Snow had for many years been a valued member of that church's choir. Trinity church's choir gowns and mortar board hats were presented to the choir by Mrs. Snow in memory of her husband.