William H. Shier

M, b. 14 October 1844, d. 22 December 1922
William H. Shier (1844 - 1922)
Born: Brock Twp.
Died: Bingam Twp. Huron County, Michigan
FatherCorneil Benjamin Shier b. 14 Oct 1808, d. 10 Jun 1893
MotherEllen Henderson b. 15 Feb 1816, d. 28 Feb 1896
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Corneil Benjamin Shier (1808 - 1893)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited3 May 2019
Birth*William H. Shier was born on 14 October 1844 in Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Corneil Benjamin Shier and Ellen Henderson. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam H. Shier appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of Corneil Benjamin Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Emigration*William H. Shier emigrated in 1863; emigrated to Michigan. 
(Witness) CensusHe appeared on the census of 16 June 1870 in the household of Corneil Benjamin Shier in Verona Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
Marriage*William H. Shier married Sarah Jane Legg, daughter of Aaron Legg and Mary Racket, on 4 May 1881 in Arran Twp, Invermay, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.
Census*William H. Shier appeared on the census of 6 June 1900 in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
Occupation*He was a farmer in Bingham Twp., Ubly, Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 27 April 1910 in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
Fact 1Photo of the daughters of William and Sarah Shier. 
Fact 1*Photo of William H. Shier and Sarah Jane Legg and their family.
William H. Shier and Sarah Jane Legg Family

Back Row Standing: L. to R. Sylvia May, Edna J., Eula Beatrice, Myrtle E., Ivazella
Front Row: Jennie B., Sarah Jane Legg, Willo Alto, William H. Shier, William

Photo: Jim Vincent
CensusHe appeared on the census of 10 January 1920 in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
Death*He died on 22 December 1922 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States, at age 78.
Burial*He was buried on 24 December 1922 in Gethsemane Cemetery, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States. 

Family

Sarah Jane Legg b. 8 January 1862, d. 15 June 1925
Children

William H. Shier

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Last Edited16 Nov 2018

Family
Child

William Henry Shier

M, b. 24 September 1849, d. 2 January 1888
FatherGeorge Shier b. 29 Nov 1806, d. 14 Dec 1890
MotherJane Norton b. 1810, d. 27 Jan 1878
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
Great-granduncle of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of John Shier II (1792 - 1874) and Catherine Piper
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited2 May 2019
Birth*William Henry Shier was born on 24 September 1849 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of George Shier and Jane Norton. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of George Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of George Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William Henry Shier married Rebecca Shier, daughter of Robert Shier and Susan Cronsberry, on 10 January 1877 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Fact 1*William Henry Shier farmed on the 14th Conc. of Brock Twp. 
Death*William Henry Shier died on 2 January 1888 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada, at age 38.
Burial*He was buried in Hart Cemetery, Brock Twp., Wilfrid, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 

Family

Rebecca Shier b. 28 November 1855, d. 27 December 1950
Children

William Henry Shier

M, b. November 1865, d. 25 September 1900
FatherHenry Shier b. 8 Jun 1838, d. 3 Sep 1885
MotherJane (Jennie) Millen b. 23 May 1845, d. 30 Apr 1937
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Corneil Benjamin Shier (1808 - 1893)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited4 May 2019
Birth*William Henry Shier was born in November 1865 in Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
He was the son of Henry Shier and Jane (Jennie) Millen. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 11 June 1870 in the household of Henry Shier in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of Henry Shier in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
Occupation*William Henry Shier was Blacksmith in 1900. 
(Witness) CensusHe appeared on the census of 1 June 1900 in the household of Jane (Jennie) Millen in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. 
Death*William Henry Shier died on 25 September 1900 in Nunda, Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States, at age 34.
Burial*He was buried in Silver Lake Cemetery, Wolverine, Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States.1 

Citations

  1. [S17] Unknown author, findagrave.com (n.p.: n.pub.).

William Henry Shier

M, b. 9 July 1903, d. 16 May 1956
William Henry Shier (1903 - 1956)
Photo Credit: lewisrm20, Ancestry
FatherWilliam H. Shier b. 14 Oct 1844, d. 22 Dec 1922
MotherSarah Jane Legg b. 8 Jan 1862, d. 15 Jun 1925
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Corneil Benjamin Shier (1808 - 1893)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited6 Jun 2017
Birth*William Henry Shier was born on 9 July 1903 in Michigan, United States. 
He was the son of William H. Shier and Sarah Jane Legg. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 27 April 1910 in the household of William H. Shier in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 10 January 1920 in the household of William H. Shier in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
Marriage*William Henry Shier married Catherine NELLIE Mary Hutcheson on 27 March 1937. 
Census*William Henry Shier appeared on the census of 20 April 1940 in Grand Blanc Twp., Genesee County, Michigan, United States. 
Death*He died on 16 May 1956 at age 52. 
Burial*He was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, Grand Blanc, Genesee County, Michigan, United States.

Family

Catherine NELLIE Mary Hutcheson b. 1905, d. 2003
Child

William Henry Shier

M, b. 1859, d. 13 May 1914
FatherRichard Shier b. 1 Jul 1804, d. 25 Mar 1896
MotherElizabeth Ann Wilson b. 15 May 1812, d. 28 May 1898
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Martin Shier (1770 - ?)
Last Edited8 Oct 2017
Birth*William Henry Shier was born in 1859 in Camden Twp., Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Richard Shier and Elizabeth Ann Wilson. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of Richard Shier in Camden Twp., Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William Henry Shier married Elizabeth Davis on 28 April 1887 in Deseronto, Hastings County, Ontario, Canada.
Death*William Henry Shier died on 13 May 1914 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Elizabeth Davis

William Henry Shier

M, b. 2 January 1799
FatherHenry Tice Shier b. 1769, d. 12 Jan 1837
MotherBarbara Anne Krauskopf b. 1765, d. 31 Oct 1855
Relationships2nd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 4 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 4 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? )
Last Edited1 Jan 2015
Birth*William Henry Shier was born on 2 January 1799 in Minden Twp., Montgomery County, New York, United States. 
He was the son of Henry Tice Shier and Barbara Anne Krauskopf. 
Marriage*William Henry Shier married Easter Seely on 26 July 1822 in Christ Church, Rye, New York, United States. 

Family

Easter Seely d. 1823
Child

William Henry Shier

M, b. 25 April 1902, d. 8 March 1989
FatherCarlton Seelye Shier b. 24 Jan 1875, d. 3 Jun 1957
MotherMaude Minerva Sexton b. 1877, d. 8 Jul 1958
Relationships5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? )
Last Edited9 Dec 2018
Birth*William Henry Shier was born on 25 April 1902 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States. 
He was the son of Carlton Seelye Shier and Maude Minerva Sexton. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 3 January 1920 in the household of Carlton Seelye Shier in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 6 April 1930 in the household of Carlton Seelye Shier in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. 
Fact 1*He was an electrical engineer and was employed by the Michigan Bell Telephone Co. 
Residence*William Henry Shier lived in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, United States. 
Death*He died on 8 March 1989 in St. Clair Shores, Macomb County, Michigan, United States, at age 86.
Burial*He was buried in Clinton Grove Cemetery, Clinton, Macomb County, Michigan, United States.
Photo: Howard Cunningham
Ancestry

Family
Child

William Henry Shier

M, b. 8 July 1828
FatherJacob William Shier Jr. b. 31 Aug 1806, d. 17 Dec 1871
MotherMary Supple d. 3 Feb 1851
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited16 Nov 2018
Birth*William Henry Shier was born on 8 July 1828. 
He was the son of Jacob William Shier Jr. and Mary Supple. 
BaptismWilliam Henry Shier was baptized on 20 July 1828. 
Marriage*He married Jane Helen Doherty. 
Marriage*William Henry Shier married Mary Anne Geary, daughter of William Henry Geary, on 8 May 1895 in Adare Parish Church, Adare, County Limerick, Ireland.

Family 1

Jane Helen Doherty
Children

Family 2

Mary Anne Geary

William Henry Shier

M, b. 1 December 1932, d. 6 February 2013
FatherWilliam Henry Shier b. 25 Apr 1902, d. 8 Mar 1989
Relationships6th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
7th cousin of Roger Allan Shier
7th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier
Last Edited28 Apr 2015
Birth*William Henry Shier was born on 1 December 1932. 
He was the son of William Henry Shier. 
Death*William Henry Shier died on 6 February 2013 in Alabama, United States, at age 80; SHIER FOLEY, AL William Henry Shier, Jr. age 80, a native of Michigan and a resident of Foley passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2013. He is preceded in death by his wife Beverly Cook Shier of Foley, AL; a son Brian Scott Shier and a daughter Beth Anne Shier. Survived by two sons; William H. Shier III (Victoria) of St. Clair, MI and Kenneth A. Shier (Laura) of Cropwell, AL; brother Reinhardt C. Shier of Farmington Hills, MI; three grandchildren, Scott T. Shier, Jessica L. Shier and Ashley K. Palmer. Service is at 10:00 am on March 9, 2013 at Foley United Methodist Church in Foley, AL. In lieu of flowers send memorials to the music program at Foley United Methodist Church 915 Pine Grove St., Foley, AL, 36535 -. 

William Henry Shier

M, b. 1878
FatherJohn Jacob Shier b. 1852, d. 14 Dec 1910
MotherElla O. Cornwell b. 8 Apr 1854, d. 15 Jun 1943
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
Last Edited30 Oct 2018
Birth*William Henry Shier was born in 1878 in Illinois, United States. 
He was the son of John Jacob Shier and Ella O. Cornwell. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 2 June 1900 in the household of John Jacob Shier in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Henry Shier appeared on the census of 30 April 1910 in the household of John Jacob Shier in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States. 

Rev. Dr. William Henry Shier

M, b. 25 June 1832, d. 26 August 1917
FatherCharles Newkerck Shier b. 28 Jan 1805, d. 29 Jan 1883
MotherElizabeth (Betsey) Ridgway b. 1812, d. 31 Oct 1862
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? )
Last Edited23 Dec 2018
Birth*Rev. Dr. William Henry Shier was born on 25 June 1832 in Paterson, New Jersey, United States. 
He was the son of Charles Newkerck Shier and Elizabeth (Betsey) Ridgway. 
Marriage*Rev. Dr. William Henry Shier married Henrietta Allaire Seelye on 30 August 1858 in Prospect Street Meethodist Church, Passiac, New Jersey, United States. 
(Witness) CensusRev. Dr. William Henry Shier appeared on the census of 28 June 1860 in the household of Charles Newkerck Shier in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. 
Occupation*Rev. Dr. William Henry Shier was a minister of the Gospel. in 1880. 
Census*He appeared on the census of 2 June 1880. 
Fact 1*A ball game between the Methodists and the Baptists on Sugar Island in the Detroit River.
The Windsor Star, June 28, 1895
Death*He died on 26 August 1917 in Bay View, Emmet County, Michigan, United States, at age 85.
The Times Herald, POrt Huron , Michigan
Aug 27, 1917
Burial*He was buried in Highland Cemetery, Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. 

Family

Henrietta Allaire Seelye b. 6 March 1838, d. 14 June 1889
Children

William Herbert Shier

M, b. 19 March 1880, d. 19 June 1943
FatherJames Dawson Shier b. 10 Jul 1845, d. 21 May 1915
MotherElizabeth Jackson b. 15 May 1851, d. 19 Jun 1925
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited12 Oct 2017
Birth*William Herbert Shier was born on 19 March 1880 in Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of James Dawson Shier and Elizabeth Jackson. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Herbert Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of James Dawson Shier in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Herbert Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of James Dawson Shier in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William Herbert Shier married Florence EUGENIA Wilcox on 26 March 1902 in Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada. 
CensusWilliam Herbert Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in Shier Street, Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
Census*He appeared on the census of 1921 in Bowman Street, Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
Death*He died on 19 June 1943 in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada, at age 63.
Burial*He was buried in Bracebridge Cemetery, Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Florence EUGENIA Wilcox b. 17 August 1877, d. 12 December 1968
Children

William HOWARD Shier

M, b. 24 April 1883, d. 21 June 1953
FatherMartin Shier b. 11 Aug 1839, d. 10 Mar 1919
MotherElizabeth MARY Warren b. 4 May 1850, d. 6 Sep 1931
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Martin Shier (1770 - ?)
Last Edited3 Dec 2018
Name Variation William HOWARD Shier was also known as Howard Shier. 
Birth*He was born on 24 April 1883. 
He was the son of Martin Shier and Elizabeth MARY Warren. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam HOWARD Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Martin Shier in East Gwillimbury Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam HOWARD Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Martin Shier in East Gwillimbury Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada. 
Fact 1*Article from the Border Cities Star, Windsor, Aug 31, 1931.
Death*William HOWARD Shier died on 21 June 1953 at age 70. 
Burial*He was buried in 1954 in Newmarket Cemetery, York County, Ontario, Canada.
Photo: wheezyb
Find A Grave

William J. Shier

M, b. 1830, d. 7 July 1923
FatherJames Shier
MotherMary Hastings
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of William Shier, Yankee Bill (1830 - 1923)
Last Edited7 Jul 2019
Birth*William J. Shier was born in 1830 in Ireland. 
He was the son of James Shier and Mary Hastings. 
Emigration*William J. Shier emigrated in 1854; Went to Illinois from Ireland where his brother was and later went to Brock Twp. 
Anecdote*Was known as Yankee Bill. 
Fact 1* (an unknown value.) 
Marriage*He married Mary JANE Waters on 6 August 1860 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.1 
CensusWilliam J. Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in Brock Twp, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Occupation*He was was a farm labourer in Scott and Brock Twps in 1871. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1881 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Census*He appeared on the census of 1891 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1901 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusHe appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of William John Shier in Orillia, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada.
Death*William J. Shier died on 7 July 1923 in Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada; Death certificate suggests he was 98 years old.
Burial*He was buried on 9 July 1923 in Sunderland Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 

Family

Mary JANE Waters b. 1841, d. 5 January 1897
Children

Citations

  1. [S127] Ontario, Canada, County Marriage Registers, 1858 - 1869, online \, Marriage Register for William Shier and Jane Waters Microfile Roll: 1030062.

William James Shier

M, b. 31 December 1879, d. 14 September 1912
FatherThomas Shier b. 17 Nov 1841, d. 15 Nov 1923
MotherMargery Campbell b. 10 Nov 1847, d. 15 Dec 1925
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited14 Jul 2019
Birth*William James Shier was born on 31 December 1879 in Fenlon Twp, Victoria County, Ontario, Canada.
From the Thomas Shier Family Bible
Courtesy of Dave Clements and Laurie Wheeler
He was the son of Thomas Shier and Margery Campbell. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam James Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Thomas Shier in Fenlon Twp., Victoria County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William James Shier married Annie Arnold, daughter of John WIlliam Arnold and Caroline Miller, on 7 February 1907 in Lindsay, Victoria County, Ontario, Canada.
From the Thomas Shier Family Bible
Courtesy of Dave Clements and Laurie Wheeler
Fact 1*Farmed in Western Canada. 
Death*William James Shier died on 14 September 1912 at age 32.
From the Thomas Shier Family Bible
Courtesy of Dave Clements and Laurie Wheeler
Burial*He was buried in Riverside Cemetery, Lindsay, Victoria County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Annie Arnold b. 1878, d. 17 April 1944
Child

William James Shier

M, b. 20 November 1894, d. 1947
FatherPhilip Shier b. 27 Jan 1850, d. 23 Sep 1914
MotherCharlotte Jane Smith b. 1856, d. 1938
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited19 Jun 2017
Birth*William James Shier was born on 20 November 1894 in Carnduff, Saskatchewan, Canada.1 
He was the son of Philip Shier and Charlotte Jane Smith. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam James Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Philip Shier in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, Canada. 
Residence*William James Shier lived in 1918 in Magnetawan, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
Milit-Beg*He began military service on 8 January 1918 in Oshawa, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada, drafted under the Military Service Act.
Death*He died in 1947. 

Citations

  1. [S22] Unknown compiler address, Saskatchewan Vital Statistics, unknown repository, unknown repository address, Birth Registration for William James Shier #2403.

William James Shier

M, b. 12 March 1861, d. 1929
FatherJoseph Shier b. 26 Jul 1831, d. 1891
MotherElizabeth Chambers b. 1837, d. 8 Apr 1898
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Adam Shier (1800 - 1867) and Frances Teskey (1811- -1868)
Last Edited8 Dec 2018
Birth*William James Shier was born on 12 March 1861 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Joseph Shier and Elizabeth Chambers. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam James Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Joseph Shier in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada. 
Emigration*William James Shier emigrated in 1885; The family emigrated from Canada to Wisconsin, United States. 
Marriage*He married Ella Krake on 13 October 1894 in Shawano County, Wisconsin, United States. 
CensusWilliam James Shier appeared on the census of 1900 in Angelica Twp., Shawano County, Wisconsin, United States. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1910 in Angelica, Shawano County, Wisconsin, United States. 
Naturalization*He was naturalized on 20 May 1912 in Angelica, Wisconsin, United States. 
Census*He appeared on the census of 1920 in Angelica, Shawano County, Wisconsin, United States. 
Death*He died in 1929. 
Burial*He was buried in Hillside Cemetery, Angelica, Shawano County, Wisconsin, United States.

Family

Ella Krake b. 1868, d. 1953
Children

William James Shier

M, b. 7 June 1875, d. 31 May 1882
FatherMartin Luthur LUKE Shier b. 25 May 1844, d. 30 Jul 1917
MotherEliza Ann Kelly b. 13 Mar 1845, d. 18 Apr 1925
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Martin Shier (1770 - ?)
Last Edited28 Oct 2015
Birth*William James Shier was born on 7 June 1875 in Odessa Twp, Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Martin Luthur LUKE Shier and Eliza Ann Kelly. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam James Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Martin Luthur LUKE Shier in Olden Twp., Addington County, Ontario, Canada. 
Death*William James Shier died on 31 May 1882 in Olden Twp., Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada, at age 6; due to congestion of the lungs. 

William James Stanley Shier

M, b. 15 July 1904, d. 22 July 1904
FatherWilliam Herbert Shier b. 19 Mar 1880, d. 19 Jun 1943
MotherFlorence EUGENIA Wilcox b. 17 Aug 1877, d. 12 Dec 1968
Relationships5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited19 Jun 2017
Birth*William James Stanley Shier was born on 15 July 1904 in District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of William Herbert Shier and Florence EUGENIA Wilcox. 
Death*William James Stanley Shier died on 22 July 1904 in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada; A twin of Mary Elizabeth Shier.
Burial*He was buried in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 

William John Shier

M, b. 8 November 1865, d. 26 June 1936
FatherWilliam J. Shier b. 1830, d. 7 Jul 1923
MotherMary JANE Waters b. 1841, d. 5 Jan 1897
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of William Shier, Yankee Bill (1830 - 1923)
Last Edited8 Jun 2017
Marriage*William John Shier married Emma Masier. 
Birth*William John Shier was born on 8 November 1865 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of William J. Shier and Mary JANE Waters. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam John Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of William J. Shier in Brock Twp, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam John Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of William J. Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Census*William John Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in Orillia, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada.
Fact 1*Expressman in Toronto. 
Marriage*He married Isabella Rennie on 15 August 1914 in Niagara Falls, New York, United States. 
Death*William John Shier died on 26 June 1936 in 378 Sackville Street, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada, at age 70.
Burial*He was buried on 29 June 1936 in Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 

Family 1

Emma Masier
Children

Family 2

Isabella Rennie b. 1 December 1870, d. 1947

William John Shier

M, b. 21 December 1916, d. 18 November 1992
William John Shier (1916 - 1992)
Photo: Bill Shier
FatherGeorge Corneil Shier b. 5 Jul 1873, d. 29 Oct 1928
MotherAmy Elizabeth Horton b. 1885, d. 1942
Relationships5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of John Shier I (1798 - 1870)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited26 Aug 2017
Birth*William John Shier was born on 21 December 1916. 
He was the son of George Corneil Shier and Amy Elizabeth Horton. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam John Shier appeared on the census of 6 April 1940 in the household of Amy Elizabeth Horton in Petoskey, Emmet County, Michigan, United States. 
Marriage*William John Shier married Arlene Cecil Eley in 1948. 
Death*William John Shier died on 18 November 1992 at age 75. 
Burial*He was buried in Maple Hill Cemetery, Cadillac, Wexford County, Michigan, United States.

Family

Arlene Cecil Eley b. 2 December 1912, d. 24 March 1995
Child

William John (Jack) Shier

M, b. 2 February 1877, d. 22 December 1937
WIlliam John (Jack) Shier (1877 - 1937)
Photo: Drew McKirlie
WIlliam John (Jack) Shier (1877 - 1937)
Photo: Ray Shier
FatherJoseph Henry Shier b. 29 Nov 1835, d. 14 Jan 1919
MotherEsther Renchey b. 14 Jul 1846, d. 27 Feb 1924
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of John Shier III (1805 - 1892)
Last Edited11 Oct 2017
Name Variation William John (Jack) Shier was also known as John Shier. 
Birth*He was born on 2 February 1877 in Huron Twp., Kincardine, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Joseph Henry Shier and Esther Renchey. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam John (Jack) Shier appeared on the census of 18 April 1891 in the household of Joseph Henry Shier in Kincardine Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam John (Jack) Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Joseph Henry Shier in Kincardine Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William John (Jack) Shier married Minnie Isabelle Tennyson on 15 April 1903 in Kincardine, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
Fact 1*Farmed in Kincardine Twp. 
Census*William John (Jack) Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in Kincardine Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
Death*He died on 22 December 1937 in Kincardine Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, at age 60; Year of death is 1937 as per death certificate.
Burial*He was buried in Kincardine Cemetery, Kincardine, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Minnie Isabelle Tennyson b. 5 January 1878, d. 25 February 1980
Children

William Joseph Shier

M, b. 15 June 1847, d. 20 February 1902
FatherWilliam Shier b. 1815, d. 14 Feb 1890
MotherElizabeth White b. 1815
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of William Shier (1815 - 1890) and Elizabeth White
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited9 Aug 2017
Birth*William Joseph Shier was born on 15 June 1847. 
He was the son of William Shier and Elizabeth White. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Joseph Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of William Shier in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Joseph Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of William Shier in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Occupation*William Joseph Shier was a domestic in the home of his sister, Sarah Brethour and brother-in-law John Brethour in 1901. 
Residence*He lived in 1901 in Lisgar, Manitoba, Canada; Lived with his sister (Sarah Brethour) and brother-in-law. 
(Witness) CensusHe appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of John Brethour in Lisgar, Manitoba, Canada. 
Death*William Joseph Shier died on 20 February 1902 in Dufferin Regional Municipality, Manitoba, Canada, at age 54. 
Burial*He was buried in Miami Cemetery, Thompson Rural Municipality, Manitoba, Canada.

William Nassau Shier

M, b. October 1857, d. 18 January 1877
FatherJohn Shier b. 26 Aug 1830, d. 22 May 1896
MotherSusan Doble b. 21 Jul 1839, d. 23 Jul 1915
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
1st cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited2 Jun 2017
Birth*William Nassau Shier was born in October 1857. 
He was the son of John Shier and Susan Doble. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Nassau Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of John Shier in Kincardine Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
Occupation*William Nassau Shier was Was a teacher in 1876. 
Death*He died on 18 January 1877 in Grennock Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, at age 19; due to consumption (tuberculosis.)
Burial*He was buried in Kincardine Cemetery, Kincardine, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada; Findagrave Memorial # 147562040. 

William ORVILLE Shier

M, b. 26 March 1902, d. September 1951
FatherEdwin ERNEST Shier b. 7 Jul 1869, d. 11 Jul 1930
MotherMinnie Cluchey b. 13 Mar 1881
Relationships5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of John Shier II (1792 - 1874) and Catherine Piper
Last Edited7 Oct 2018
Name Variation William ORVILLE Shier was also known as Orville Shier. 
Birth*He was born on 26 March 1902 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada.
He was the son of Edwin ERNEST Shier and Minnie Cluchey. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam ORVILLE Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Minnie Cluchey in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. 
Death*William ORVILLE Shier died in September 1951 in Manitoba, Canada, at age 49. 
Burial*He was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. 

William Ousley Shier

M, b. 5 February 1864, d. 2 May 1902
FatherSwitzer Shier b. 26 Oct 1833, d. 3 Jul 1866
MotherMary Jane Renchey b. 23 Aug 1839, d. 27 Oct 1927
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of John Shier III (1805 - 1892)
Last Edited9 Oct 2017
Birth*William Ousley Shier was born on 5 February 1864 in Purple Grove, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Switzer Shier and Mary Jane Renchey. 
Marriage*William Ousley Shier married Agnes Isabella Cole, daughter of William Cole and Julia Schoolcraft, on 9 April 1890 in Kinloss Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
Census*William Ousley Shier appeared on the census of 17 April 1891 in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1901 in Goderick Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. 
Fact 2*He; Had a fruit farm in Goderich. 
Fact 1*Farmer in Huron Twp....later a barber in London and Goderich. 
Death*He died on 2 May 1902 in Goderich, Huron County, Ontario, Canada, at age 38.
Burial*He was buried in Kincardine Cemetery, Kincardine, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Agnes Isabella Cole b. 1866, d. 22 March 1918
Children

William Permenia Shier

M, b. 20 July 1873, d. 13 November 1878
FatherAdam Shier b. 24 Dec 1825, d. 19 Jan 1912
MotherCharlotte Switzer b. 14 Nov 1831, d. 7 Mar 1910
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Samuel Shier (1796 - 1878) and Ann Smith
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited11 Oct 2017
Birth*William Permenia Shier was born on 20 July 1873 in Huron County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Adam Shier and Charlotte Switzer. 
Death*William Permenia Shier died on 13 November 1878 in Usborne Twp., Kirkton, Huron County, Ontario, Canada, at age 5; due to membraneous croup.
Burial*He was buried in Usborne Twp., Kirkton Union Cemetery, Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

William Pierce Shier

M, b. 15 May 1887, d. 22 February 1888
FatherRobert Henry Shier b. 9 Mar 1844, d. 10 Jul 1901
MotherMartha Francis b. 16 Jul 1844, d. 6 Jan 1915
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited17 May 2013
Birth*William Pierce Shier was born on 15 May 1887 in Turtle Mountain, Manitoba, Canada; Registration Number 1887-004364. 
He was the son of Robert Henry Shier and Martha Francis. 
Death*William Pierce Shier died on 22 February 1888 in Buried Cando, North Dakota, United States. 

William R. Shier

M, b. 8 April 1840, d. 11 July 1910
FatherPhilip Shier b. 9 Aug 1809, d. 21 Oct 1880
MotherMary Ann Dawson b. 22 Apr 1819, d. 31 Jan 1901
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
1st cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited3 Dec 2018
Birth*William R. Shier was born on 8 April 1840. 
He was the son of Philip Shier and Mary Ann Dawson. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam R. Shier appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of Philip Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William R. Shier married Nancy Till, daughter of John Till and Jane Ritchie, on 24 December 1864 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.1 
Emigration*William R. Shier emigrated in 1880; To the United States. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 16 June 1880 in Marlette Twp., Sanilac County, Michigan, United States. 
Occupation*He was a farmer at Clinton and then at Marlette Michigan. 
Census*He appeared on the census of 6 June 1900 in Marlette Twp., Sanilac County, Michigan, United States. 
Death*He died on 11 July 1910 in Marlette, Sanilac County, Michigan, United States, at age 70; due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Burial*He was buried in Marlette City Cemetery, Marlette, Sanilac County, Michigan, United States.
Photo Credit:
bkham; findagrave Memorial # 165157609

Family

Nancy Till b. 1825, d. 1915
Children

Citations

  1. [S65] Ontario, Canada, Marriages - 1785 - 1935, online \, Marriage of Nancy Till and William Shier.

William R. Shier

M, b. 12 February 1886, d. 4 November 1912
FatherEdward Slade Shier b. 8 Sep 1846, d. 31 Oct 1919
MotherHarriet L. Lewis b. 9 May 1849, d. 14 Mar 1932
Last Edited30 Nov 2017
Birth*William R. Shier was born on 12 February 1886 in Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of Edward Slade Shier and Harriet L. Lewis. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam R. Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Edward Slade Shier in St. David's Ward, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam R. Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Edward Slade Shier in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada. 
Death*William R. Shier died on 4 November 1912 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada, at age 26. 
Burial*He was buried on 6 November 1912 in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada.

William Robert Shier

M, b. 21 November 1839, d. 28 November 1911
William Robert Shier (1839 - 1911) L
Frank Tice Shier (1842 - 1928) R
Photo: Anne Klintworth
FatherGeorge Krauskoph Shier b. 9 Apr 1803, d. 17 Apr 1875
MotherAnne Tice b. 17 Sep 1808, d. 15 Jun 1887
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? )
Last Edited14 Mar 2019
Birth*William Robert Shier was born on 21 November 1839 in Patterson, New Jersey, United States. 
He was the son of George Krauskoph Shier and Anne Tice. 
Marriage*William Robert Shier married Susan Ann Eaton on 1 May 1867 in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. 
Census*William Robert Shier appeared on the census of 11 June 1880 in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 2 June 1900 in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1910 in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. 
Death*He died on 28 November 1911 in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States, at age 72.
Burial*He was buried in Highland Cemetery, Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States.
Photo: Jeffrey Wayne Shier
Fact 1*William was born in 1839. He was the son of George Shier and Anne Tice. He passed away in 1911. Enlisted MI 24th Infantry 13 Aug 1862 at Detroit MI as a Private, Mustered Out on 30 June 1865 at Detroit, MI. Promoted to Corporal 1 Jan 1865. While at Camp Butler IL before discharge, he was part of the escort for President Abraham Lincoln's funeral procession along with his brother Frank Tice and friend Sheldon Crittendon.(Per Anne Klintworth-Shier "Descendants of Johann Adam Shier.") 

Family

Susan Ann Eaton b. 11 October 1846, d. 17 July 1929
Children

William RODERICK Shier

M, b. 1859
FatherJacob Shier b. c 1801, d. 22 Jul 1880
MotherMary Jane Wheeler b. 1816, d. 11 Aug 1899
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Martin Shier (1770 - ?)
Last Edited24 Mar 2018
Name Variation William RODERICK Shier was also known as Roderick Shier. 
Birth*He was born in 1859. 
He was the son of Jacob Shier and Mary Jane Wheeler. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam RODERICK Shier appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of Jacob Shier in Sheffield Twp., Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam RODERICK Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Jacob Shier in Sheffield Twp., Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William RODERICK Shier married Whilahemina Shier. 

Family

Whilahemina Shier b. 1864
Children

William Roland Shier

M, b. 13 April 1886, d. 24 September 1951
FatherRev. Richard Shier b. 5 Sep 1843, d. 8 Dec 1913
MotherMaria Mable Ball b. 18 Aug 1850, d. 19 Feb 1939
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited5 Jan 2016
Birth*William Roland Shier was born on 13 April 1886. 
He was the son of Rev. Richard Shier and Maria Mable Ball. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam Roland Shier appeared on the census of 5 May 1910 in the household of Maria Mable Ball in Cooperville, Ottawa County, Michigan, United States. 
Marriage*William Roland Shier married Agnes Kitty Martin on 22 October 1927 in Otsego, Allegan County, Michigan, United States. 
Fact 1* (an unknown value.) 
Census*William Roland Shier appeared on the census of 10 May 1940 in Ostego Twp., Allegan County, Michigan, United States. 
Death*He died on 24 September 1951 in Plainwell, Allegan County, Michigan, United States, at age 65. 
Burial*He was buried in Buried in Mountain Home Cemetery, Otsego, Allegan County, Michigan, United States.

Family

Agnes Kitty Martin b. 3 February 1896, d. 1988
Children

William Ross Shier

M, b. 1907
FatherWilliam RODERICK Shier b. 1859
MotherWhilahemina Shier b. 1864
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Martin Shier (1770 - ?)
Last Edited13 Mar 2015
Birth*William Ross Shier was born in 1907. 
He was the son of William RODERICK Shier and Whilahemina Shier. 

William Stanley Shier

M, b. 16 September 1894, d. 1967
FatherGeorge Shier b. 30 Nov 1863
MotherMary Annie Merrick b. 1861
Relationships5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of William Shier, Yankee Bill (1830 - 1923)
Last Edited9 Jun 2017
Name Variation William Stanley Shier was also known as Stanley William Shier. 
Birth*He was born on 16 September 1894 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
He was the son of George Shier and Mary Annie Merrick. 
Marriage*William Stanley Shier married Myrtle Sarah Thompson, daughter of James E. Thomson and Sarah Jane Booth, on 25 October 1924.
Occupation*William Stanley Shier was was a barber in Toronto, Ontario. 
Death*He died in 1967 in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada. 

Family

Myrtle Sarah Thompson b. 4 September 1893, d. 13 July 1929

William Walton Shier

M, b. 14 November 1873, d. 25 July 1897
William Walton Shier (1873 - 1897)
Drawing: Detroit Free Press, July 26, 1897
FatherJohn Shier b. 22 Nov 1837, d. 18 Dec 1932
MotherMargaret Hunter b. 31 Aug 1845, d. 18 Oct 1926
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Martin Shier (1770 - ?)
Last Edited15 Aug 2019
Birth*William Walton Shier was born on 14 November 1873 in Michigan, United States. 
He was the son of John Shier and Margaret Hunter. 
Fact 1*William Walton Shier graduated in law from the University of Michigan. 
Occupation*William Walton Shier was Lawyer in Detroit on 24 July 1897. 
Death*He died on 25 July 1897 in Detroit River, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States, at age 23; From the Detroit Free Press, Wednesday July 28,1897. Suddenly, William W. Shier, aged 24 years, 1 month, 10 days, son of John Shier and Margaret Shier. Funeral Thursday from family residence, 304 23rd Street at 10:00 AM and from St. Peter's Church at 10:30 AM

William W. Shier,a graduate of the law department of the U. of M., Class of '94, was drowned in Detroit River Sunday afternoon by the capsizing of a rowboat off Sugar Island. Two others were drowned at the same time. All might have been saved had it not been for the cowardice of a yachtsman who refused to go to their aid as he was afraid they might swamp him. Mr. Shier was 24 years of age, and was a bright, promissing young attorney. He had been for two sessions of the legislature a committee clerk, and after the adjournment of the late legislature had formed a law partnership with W. L. January, under the firm name of Shier & January.( William W. Shier memorial on Findagrave.)
The Windsor Star
July 26, 1897
Burial*He was buried on 29 July 1897 in Woodmere Cemetery and Crematory, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States.

William WESLEY Shier

M, b. 15 September 1875, d. 17 August 1939
William WESLEY Shier (1875 - 1939)
Photo Credit: Debbie Lee
FatherWilliam Shier b. 12 Jul 1849, d. 17 Apr 1928
MotherSusan (Susie) McLean b. 25 Dec 1849, d. 7 Jul 1928
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited1 Dec 2018
Name Variation William WESLEY Shier was also known as Wesley Shier. 
Birth*He was born on 15 September 1875. 
He was the son of William Shier and Susan (Susie) McLean. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam WESLEY Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of William Shier in Keppel Twp., Grey County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilliam WESLEY Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of William Shier in Keppel Twp., Grey County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*William WESLEY Shier married Annie May Cuddie, daughter of William Cuddie and Margaret Young, on 8 November 1899 in Keppel Twp., Grey County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) Fact 1William WESLEY Shier witnessed the Fact 1 of William Shier; Photo of William Shier/Susan McLean and Family.
Fact 1* (an unknown value.) 
Death*William WESLEY Shier died on 17 August 1939 in Keppel Twp., Grey County, Ontario, Canada, at age 63; due to a barn accident.
Burial*He was buried in Greenwood Cemetery, Owen Sound, Grey County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Annie May Cuddie b. 28 May 1879, d. 3 September 1973
Children

Willliam Gordon Shier

M, b. 17 May 1922, d. 23 December 1984
FatherSimpson Morris Shier b. 11 Sep 1896, d. 20 Sep 1970
MotherLauretta P. McAllister b. 23 Aug 1896, d. 3 Sep 1958
Relationships6th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
7th cousin of Roger Allan Shier
7th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? )
Last Edited9 Feb 2015
Marriage*Willliam Gordon Shier married Eunice Marion Hoskin. 
Birth*Willliam Gordon Shier was born on 17 May 1922. 
He was the son of Simpson Morris Shier and Lauretta P. McAllister. 
(Witness) CensusWillliam Gordon Shier appeared on the census of 11 April 1930 in the household of Simpson Morris Shier in Grosse Point Twp., Grosse Point Park Village, Wayne County, Michigan, United States. 
(Witness) CensusWillliam Gordon Shier appeared on the census of 18 April 1940 in the household of Simpson Morris Shier in Groose Pointe, Wayne County, Michigan, United States. 
Death*Willliam Gordon Shier died on 23 December 1984 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States, at age 62. 

Family

Eunice Marion Hoskin b. 9 January 1926, d. 27 November 1989
Child

Willo Alto Shier

F, b. 12 November 1898, d. 17 February 1982
Willo Alto Shier-Vincent (1898 - 1982)
FatherWilliam H. Shier b. 14 Oct 1844, d. 22 Dec 1922
MotherSarah Jane Legg b. 8 Jan 1862, d. 15 Jun 1925
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Corneil Benjamin Shier (1808 - 1893)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited9 Sep 2015
Birth*Willo Alto Shier was born on 12 November 1898 in Bingham, Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
She was the daughter of William H. Shier and Sarah Jane Legg. 
(Witness) CensusWillo Alto Shier appeared on the census of 6 June 1900 in the household of William H. Shier in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
(Witness) CensusWillo Alto Shier appeared on the census of 27 April 1910 in the household of William H. Shier in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States. 
Married Name As of 27 June 1919,her married name was Vincent. 
Marriage*Willo Alto Shier married Benjamin Harrison Vincent on 27 June 1919 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States. 
Census*Willo Alto Shier appeared on the census of 1960 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States. 
Death*She died on 17 February 1982 in Saint Clair Shores, Macomb County, Michigan, United States, at age 83. 

Family

Benjamin Harrison Vincent b. 27 September 1889, d. 15 March 1964
Children

Wilma Elizabeth Shier

F, b. 21 November 1919, d. 10 May 2015
FatherMilton Dawson Shier b. 4 May 1886, d. 20 Dec 1958
MotherMary McWade b. 1892, d. 1986
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited30 May 2017
Birth*Wilma Elizabeth Shier was born on 21 November 1919. 
She was the daughter of Milton Dawson Shier and Mary McWade. 
(Witness) CensusWilma Elizabeth Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Milton Dawson Shier in Shier Avenue, Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
Married NameHer married name was Francis. 
Fact 1*Received her RNA from Toronto Western Hospital. 
Fact 2*Wilma Elizabeth Shier; She and her husband served overseas in the War. 
Marriage*She married Col. David W. Francis in 1947. 
Death*Wilma Elizabeth Shier died on 10 May 2015 at age 95; FRANCIS, Wilma E (nee Shier) - Wilma died on Sunday May 10, 2015 at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her husband, Col. David Francis, her parents, Milton and Mary Shier of Bracebridge, ON, and her siblings, Winnifred Coatsworth and Gerry Shier. Wilma was the loving mother of Patricia (Adrian Cheong), Jane (Robert MacLeod) and Anne (Eric Goddard); Grandma of Jonathon Fripp (Amber), and Marlie, Jay and Tamara Goddard; great-grandmother of Sierra and Indya Fripp. She is survived by her brother, Stan Shier (Betty) and her sister, Bernice Moir. After graduating from Toronto Western Hospital School for Nurses in 1942, Wilma was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant (Nursing Sister) in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps. She was posted overseas in 1945, serving first in England and later in Germany, where she met David. They married in 1947 and over the next 30 years David's military career took them to points throughout Canada, to the southern US and to Oslo, Norway. In each new location Wilma made a beautiful home for her family and expertly filled the role of Army wife, deftly entertaining their colleagues and friends and mentoring other military wives. In retirement David and Wilma settled in Kingston, ON and in 1998 Wilma relocated to a retirement residence in Ottawa. At Wilma's request there will be no memorial service. Her cremated remains will be interred with David's in Cataraqui Cemetery, Kingston.12. 
Burial*She was buried in Cataraqui Cemetery, Kingston, Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada. 

Family

Col. David W. Francis

Wilmot Erastus Shier

M, b. 20 May 1888, d. 3 April 1930
FatherPhilip Shier b. 2 Jun 1864, d. 1939
MotherMargaret Jane Brethour b. 1 May 1865, d. 9 Jan 1933
Relationships5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited9 Apr 2019
Birth*Wilmot Erastus Shier was born on 20 May 1888 in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada.
He was the son of Philip Shier and Margaret Jane Brethour. 
(Witness) CensusWilmot Erastus Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Philip Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusWilmot Erastus Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Philip Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*Wilmot Erastus Shier married Annie Violet Murray, daughter of Joseph Murray and Mary Ann Brown, on 25 December 1916 in Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.1
Fact 1*Farmed 2nd Conc of Georgina Twp. 
Census*Wilmot Erastus Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada. 
Death*He died on 3 April 1930 in 527 Brock Ave., Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada, at age 41.
Burial*He was buried on 7 April 1930 in Uxbridge Cemetery, Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Annie Violet Murray b. 25 August 1891, d. 1985

Citations

  1. [S10] Unknown spouses' names marriage, Personal Archives of Roger Shier, Greely, Carleton County, Ontario, Canada. Unknown manuscript info.

Wilmot Oliver Shier

M, b. 20 April 1893, d. March 1956
Wilmot Oliver Shier (1893 - 1956)
Photo: Tracy Shier
FatherJohn WESLEY Shier b. 4 Apr 1854, d. 23 Nov 1929
MotherMargaret Dukelow b. 12 Nov 1857, d. 13 Jun 1915
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
1st cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited14 Sep 2018
Name Variation Wilmot Oliver Shier was also known as Oliver Shier. 
Birth*He was born on 20 April 1893 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of John WESLEY Shier and Margaret Dukelow. 
Marriage*Wilmot Oliver Shier married Elizabeth Coulter on 20 February 1918 in Kenora, District of Kenora, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*Wilmot Oliver Shier married Mary Viola Blanche Fidler. 
Residence*Wilmot Oliver Shier lived; Lived at Carnduff, Saskatchewan. 
Death*He died in March 1956 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, at age 62. 
Burial*He was buried in Brookside Cemetery, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

Family 1

Elizabeth Coulter d. 20 February 1919

Family 2

Mary Viola Blanche Fidler b. 24 April 1907, d. 20 August 1931
Child

Winnie Irene Shier

F, b. 1930, d. 1990
FatherWilliam Franklin Shier b. 21 May 1896, d. 7 Feb 1970
MotherEva Alice Grummet b. 15 Apr 1902, d. 19 Jun 1979
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Nathaniel Shier (1817 - 1849) and Rachel Doupe (1819 - 1904)
Last Edited13 Jul 2015
Married NameHer married name was Williamson. 
Married NameHer married name was Fraser. 
Birth*Winnie Irene Shier was born in 1930. 
She was the daughter of William Franklin Shier and Eva Alice Grummet. 
Death*Winnie Irene Shier died in 1990. 

Winnifred Alberta Shier

F, b. 1910
FatherNorman Leslie Shier b. 21 Feb 1884, d. 1927
MotherLumenia Desdemouna (Mona) Ferguson b. 3 Dec 1885, d. 28 Mar 1948
Relationships6th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin of Roger Allan Shier
7th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited30 Mar 2019
Married NameHer married name was Hornstra. 
Birth*Winnifred Alberta Shier was born in 1910 in Alberta, Canada. 
She was the daughter of Norman Leslie Shier and Lumenia Desdemouna (Mona) Ferguson. 
(Witness) CensusWinnifred Alberta Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Norman Leslie Shier in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. 

Winnifred Auldine Shier

F, b. 27 December 1916, d. 15 April 2004
FatherMilton Dawson Shier b. 4 May 1886, d. 20 Dec 1958
MotherMary McWade b. 1892, d. 1986
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling
Last Edited14 Sep 2015
Birth*Winnifred Auldine Shier was born on 27 December 1916. 
She was the daughter of Milton Dawson Shier and Mary McWade. 
(Witness) CensusWinnifred Auldine Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Milton Dawson Shier in Shier Avenue, Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. 
Married Name As of 16 September 1946,her married name was Coatsworth. 
Marriage*Winnifred Auldine Shier married Cuthbert Peart Coatsworth, son of Emerson C. Coatsworth and Helen Robertson, on 16 September 1946. 
Death*Winnifred Auldine Shier died on 15 April 2004 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada, at age 87. 

Family

Cuthbert Peart Coatsworth b. 29 May 1895, d. 19 October 1978

Winona V. Shier

F, b. 1 November 1920
FatherJohnston HAROLD Shier b. 12 Sep 1878, d. 16 Oct 1935
MotherAnnie Jane Todd b. 15 Apr 1886, d. 5 Feb 1946
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Samuel Shier (1796 - 1878) and Ann Smith
Last Edited21 Feb 2018
Birth*Winona V. Shier was born on 1 November 1920. 
She was the daughter of Johnston HAROLD Shier and Annie Jane Todd. 
(Witness) CensusWinona V. Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Johnston HAROLD Shier in 3026 Fifth Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. 
Married Name As of 31 August 1945,her married name was Beck. 

Wyndham Shier

M, b. 23 August 1836, d. 1 July 1930
FatherJohn (ll) Shier b. 25 May 1792, d. 17 Aug 1874
MotherCatherine Piper b. 1 Nov 1799, d. 2 Mar 1887
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of John Shier II (1792 - 1874) and Catherine Piper
Last Edited31 Oct 2018
Birth*Wyndham Shier was born on 23 August 1836 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
He was the son of John (ll) Shier and Catherine Piper. 
(Witness) CensusWyndham Shier appeared on the census of 1851 in the household of John (ll) Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Marriage*Wyndham Shier married Eliza Jane Long, daughter of James Long and Unknown Calahan, on 19 June 1860 in Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada. 
Fact 1*Farmed in the 13th Conc. of Brock. 
Census*Wyndham Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1881 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1891 in Orillia, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada. 
Fact 1Wyndham Shier had 15 boarders living with the family at the time of the 1901 Census. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1901 in Ward 3, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada. 
Fact 3*Lived in Orangeville at time of writing the Shier History. 
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1921 in Ward 3, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada. 
Fact 2*He; Later lived in Udora, Orillia and Toronto. 
Residence*He lived on 30 June 1930; 93 Somerset Street, Toronto. 
Death*He died on 1 July 1930 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada, at age 93.
Burial*He was buried on 3 July 1930 in Prospect Cemetery, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Eliza Jane Long b. 4 August 1840, d. 14 July 1921
Children

Yvonne Shier

F, b. 23 April 1940, d. 26 July 1971
FatherHarry Shier b. 1911, d. 1991
Last Edited3 Oct 2018
Birth*Yvonne Shier was born on 23 April 1940. 
She was the daughter of Harry Shier. 
Death*Yvonne Shier died on 26 July 1971 in Ontario Hospital School at age 31.
Ottawa Journal, July 28, 1971
Burial*She was buried in Block R., St. Andrew's - St. James' Cemetery, Orillia, Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada.
Photo: Canadian Gravemarker Gallery

Zella May Shier

F, b. 13 November 1887, d. 3 November 1986
Zella May Shier-Rennie (1887 - 1986)
FatherRichard LOFTICE Shier b. 16 Apr 1831, d. 30 Oct 1916
MotherMary Ann Speiran b. 15 Dec 1845, d. 15 Jul 1931
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
Grandaunt of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsDescendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited10 Oct 2018
Birth*Zella May Shier was born on 13 November 1887 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
She was the daughter of Richard LOFTICE Shier and Mary Ann Speiran. 
(Witness) CensusZella May Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Richard LOFTICE Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusZella May Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Richard LOFTICE Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
(Witness) CensusZella May Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Richard LOFTICE Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. 
Engagement*Zella May Shier was engaged in August 1916; to John T. Rennie.
Globe and Mail, Aug. 30, 1916
Married Name As of 19 September 1916,her married name was Rennie. 
Marriage*She married John Taylor Rennie, son of James Rennie and Jean Moir, on 19 September 1916 in Brock Twp., Pleasant Valley Farm, Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Globe and Mail, Sept 28, 1916
Death*Zella May Shier died on 3 November 1986 in Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, Victoria County, Ontario, Canada, at age 98.
Burial*She was buried in McNeil Cemetery, Brock Twp, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

John Taylor Rennie b. 3 September 1876, d. 26 April 1954
Children