William Edward Niblock King
M, b. 20 February 1884
| Birth* | William Edward Niblock King was born on 20 February 1884 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.1 |
| He was the son of William E. King and Annie Niblock. |
| (Witness) Census | William Edward Niblock King appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of William E. King in Hamiota, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Marriage* | William Edward Niblock King married Effie Elizabeth Miller, daughter of William Miller and Amanda Doupe, on 28 November 1906 in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Census | William Edward Niblock King appeared on the census of 1916 in Neepawa, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Census* | He appeared on the census of 1921 in Neepawa, Manitoba, Canada. |
Citations
- [S18] Unknown subject, Manitoba Vital Statistics (n.p.: n.pub.).
William Herbert King
M, b. 18 September 1878
| Relationships | 4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier |
| Last Edited | 30 Jun 2014 |
| Birth* | William Herbert King was born on 18 September 1878 in Eldon Twp., Victoria County, Ontario, Canada. |
| He was the son of George Sparling King. |
| (Witness) Census | William Herbert King appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of George Sparling King in Brock Twp., Cannington, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Marriage* | William Herbert King married Florence May King on 20 November 1907 in Aylmer, Elgin County, Ontario, Canada. |
Zella Gertrude King
F, b. 13 September 1890, d. 25 August 1968
| Birth* | Zella Gertrude King was born on 13 September 1890 in Ontario, Canada. |
| She was the daughter of George King and Alma S. Snooks. |
| (Witness) Census | Zella Gertrude King appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of George King in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Zella Gertrude King appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of George King in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Married Name | As of 9 November 1906,her married name was Fairman. |
| Death* | Zella Gertrude King died on 25 August 1968 in Creston, British Columbia, Canada, at age 77. |
Kathleen Mildred Kingdon
F, b. 20 March 1911
| Relationships | 5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier |
| Last Edited | 27 Sep 2015 |
William EDGAR Kingdon
M, b. 1887
Alice Maria Kinghorn
F, b. 7 August 1911, d. 21 September 2000
| Birth* | Alice Maria Kinghorn was born on 7 August 1911 in Mariposa Twp., Victoria County, Ontario, Canada. |
| She was the daughter of George Kinghorn and Maria Wells. |
| Marriage* | Alice Maria Kinghorn married Frederick Daniel Thomas Shier, son of Daniel Phillip Shier and Jennie Henderson. |
| Married Name | Her married name was Shier. |
| Death* | Alice Maria Kinghorn died on 21 September 2000 in Lindsay, Victoria County, Ontario, Canada, at age 89; It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Alice Maria Shier, passed away peacefully on September 21 2000 in Lindsay, Ontario, leaving to mourn family and friends. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Alice Maria Shier's life. Flowers and condolences may be sent in memory of the loved one. |
| Burial* | She was buried in Mariposa Twp., Eden Church Cemetery, Victoria County, Ontario, Canada. |
Elizabeth Kingsborough
F, b. 28 February 1866
| Birth* | Elizabeth Kingsborough was born on 28 February 1866 in Ontario, Canada. |
| Married Name | As of 11 May 1886,her married name was Switzer. |
| Marriage* | She married John THOMAS Switzer, son of William Switzer and Louisa Unknown, on 11 May 1886 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Elizabeth Kingsborough appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of John THOMAS Switzer in York West, York County, Ontario, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Elizabeth Kingsborough appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of John THOMAS Switzer in Saugeen Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. |
Robert Harold Albert Kinkade
M, b. 25 October 1911, d. 1997
Adelaide J. Kinney
F, b. 1920, d. 3 April 1982
Mary Kirby
F, b. 1794, d. 11 November 1848
Citations
- [S1] Ancestry.ca, online \Ancestry.ca\, Anderson/Hewett/Lockhart/Barbour Family Tree by alibilly2. Hereinafter cited as Ancestry.ca.
Alexander Kirk
M, b. 1820, d. 10 October 1907
Alice Matilda Kirk
F, b. 3 March 1887, d. 1972
| Married Name | Her married name was Conn. |
| Birth* | Alice Matilda Kirk was born on 3 March 1887. |
| She was the daughter of James Kirk and Elizabeth Ann Shier. |
| (Witness) Census | Alice Matilda Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of James Kirk in Oak River, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Marriage* | Alice Matilda Kirk married William Albert Conn, son of James H. Conn and Sarah Shier, on 29 December 1909 in Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Death* | Alice Matilda Kirk died in 1972 in Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Burial* | She was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
Arthur Kirk
M, b. 1880
| Birth* | Arthur Kirk was born in 1880. |
David Kirk
M, b. 1813, d. 1894
| Birth* | David Kirk was born in 1813. |
| He was the son of David Kirk. |
| Marriage* | David Kirk married Margaret Hanna. |
| Death* | David Kirk died in 1894. |
David Kirk
M, b. 1789, d. 1843
| Marriage* | David Kirk married Mary Findlay. |
| Birth* | David Kirk was born in 1789. |
| Death* | He died in 1843. |
David J. Kirk
M, b. 8 June 1842, d. 25 November 1930
.jpg "David J. Kirk (1842 - 1930)
Photo: Ancestry.ca")
David J. Kirk (1842 - 1930)
Photo: Ancestry.ca
| Birth* | David J. Kirk was born on 8 June 1842 in Blanchard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada. |
| He was the son of John Kirk and Uretta McGee. |
| Marriage* | David J. Kirk married Sarah Shier, daughter of Adam Shier and Charlotte Switzer, on 11 March 1889 in St. Mary's, Perth County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Census | David J. Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in Oak River, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Census* | He appeared on the census of 1901 in Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Death* | He died on 25 November 1930 at age 88. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada..jpg "Photo Credt:
SLW; findagrave Memorial # 112807458") Photo Credt:
SLW; findagrave Memorial # 112807458 |
Family | Sarah Shier b. 1 September 1852, d. 3 October 1948 |
| Children | |
Eliza Jane Kirk
F, b. 31 May 1865, d. 26 June 1956
| Birth* | Eliza Jane Kirk was born on 31 May 1865 in Usborne Twp., Kirkton, Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
| She was the daughter of David Kirk and Margaret Hanna. |
| Married Name | As of 15 July 1896,her married name was Doupe. |
| Marriage* | Eliza Jane Kirk married Amos Doupe, son of Henry Doupe and Lucy Leitle, on 15 July 1896 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Eliza Jane Kirk appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Amos Doupe in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Eliza Jane Kirk appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Amos Doupe in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Death* | Eliza Jane Kirk died on 26 June 1956 in St. Mary's, Perth County, Ontario, Canada, at age 91. |
| Burial* | She was buried in Kirkton Union Cemetery, Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
Family | Amos Doupe b. 2 November 1863, d. 1934 |
| Children | |
Fay LaRene Kirk
F, b. 16 October 1925, d. 10 March 1995
.jpg "Photo: Fay LaRene Kirk (1925 - 1995)
Photo: Barb Dale")
Photo: Fay LaRene Kirk (1925 - 1995)
Photo: Barb Dale
| Married Name | Her married name was Dale. |
| Birth* | Fay LaRene Kirk was born on 16 October 1925. |
| She was the daughter of Harold Nicholas Kirk and Gladys Christina Shiels. |
| Marriage* | Fay LaRene Kirk married Lorne Alex Dale. |
| Death* | Fay LaRene Kirk died on 10 March 1995 at age 69. |
| Burial* | She was buried. |
Harold Nicholas Kirk
M, b. 16 August 1880, d. January 1943
.jpg "Harold Nicholas Kirk (1880- 1943)
Photo: Ron Marshall")
Harold Nicholas Kirk (1880- 1943)
Photo: Ron Marshall
| Birth* | Harold Nicholas Kirk was born on 16 August 1880 in Kirkton, Perth County, Ontario, Canada. |
| He was the son of James Kirk and Elizabeth Ann Shier. |
| (Witness) Census | Harold Nicholas Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of James Kirk in Oak River, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Census* | Harold Nicholas Kirk appeared on the census of 1911 in Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Marriage* | He married Gladys Christina Shiels on 29 December 1912 in Sydney, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Death* | Harold Nicholas Kirk died in January 1943 in Manitoba, Canada, at age 62. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
Isabella Kirk
F, b. 28 May 1862, d. 22 August 1928
.jpg "Isabell (Kirk) Shier (1862 - 1928)
Harold Burgin")
Isabell (Kirk) Shier (1862 - 1928)
Harold Burgin
| Birth* | Isabella Kirk was born on 28 May 1862 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada. |
| She was the daughter of Alexander Kirk and Jane (Jennie) Mahon. |
| Marriage* | Isabella Kirk married Edward Newton Shier, son of Nicholas Shier and Jemima Switzer, on 27 April 1892. |
| Married Name | As of 27 April 1892,her married name was Shier. |
| (Witness) Fact 1 | Isabella Kirk witnessed the Fact 1 of Edward Newton Shier; Edward Newton Shier and Isabella (Kirk) Shier.  |
| (Witness) Census | Isabella Kirk appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Edward Newton Shier in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Death* | Isabella Kirk died on 22 August 1928 in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada, at age 66. |
| Burial* | She was buried in Kirkton Union Cemetery, Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
Isabella Kirk
F, b. 1885, d. 2 March 1953
James Kirk
M, b. 23 June 1851, d. 28 December 1921
.jpg "James Kirk (1851 - 1921)
Photo: Ron Marshall")
James Kirk (1851 - 1921)
Photo: Ron Marshall
| Birth* | James Kirk was born on 23 June 1851 in Blanshard Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
| He was the son of Alexander Kirk and Jane (Jennie) Mahon. |
| Marriage* | James Kirk married Elizabeth Ann Shier, daughter of Nicholas Shier and Jemima Switzer, on 3 March 1880 in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Fact 1* | James Kirk and Elizabeth Ann Shier Family. |
| Census* | James Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in Oak River, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Cause of Death | He was New Tag Fell from apple tree in Kelowna and died two months later in October 1921. |
| Death* | He died on 28 December 1921 in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, at age 70. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
James Frederick Kirk
M, b. 21 December 1920, d. 24 February 1943
James Norville Kirk
M, b. July 1918, d. 2 May 2000
James Shier Kirk
M, b. 31 March 1890, d. 5 March 1919
.jpg "James Shier Kirk (1891 - 1919)
Photo: Barb Dale")
James Shier Kirk (1891 - 1919)
Photo: Barb Dale
| Birth* | James Shier Kirk was born on 31 March 1890 in Oak River, Manitoba, Canada. |
| He was the son of James Kirk and Elizabeth Ann Shier. |
| (Witness) Census | James Shier Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of James Kirk in Oak River, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Marriage* | James Shier Kirk married Aleta Gertrude Irvine on 7 November 1917 in Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Death* | James Shier Kirk died on 5 March 1919 in Ohumah, Manitoba, Canada, at age 28. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
Jemima Jane Kirk
F, b. 16 September 1881
John Kirk
M, b. 1816, d. 30 December 1909
| Marriage* | John Kirk married an unknown person. |
| Marriage* | He married Uretta McGee. |
| Birth* | John Kirk was born in 1816. |
| He was the son of David Kirk. |
| Death* | John Kirk died on 30 December 1909 in Manitoba, Canada. |
John Hiram Reuben Kirk
M, b. 21 March 1894, d. 14 March 1920
| Birth* | John Hiram Reuben Kirk was born on 21 March 1894 in Oak River, Manitoba, Canada; Reg Number 1894- 001058. |
| He was the son of David J. Kirk and Sarah Shier. |
| (Witness) Census | John Hiram Reuben Kirk appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of David J. Kirk in Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Fact 1 | John Hiram Reuben Kirk witnessed the Fact 1 of Samuel Henry Shier on 12 July 1908 in Crandall, Manitoba, Canada; Members of the Crandall Orange Lodge Band, July 12, 1908. |
| Death* | John Hiram Reuben Kirk died on 14 March 1920 at age 25. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada..jpg "Photo: Denise Petersen
Findagrave") Photo: Denise Petersen
Findagrave |
John R. Kirk
M, b. 1888
| Birth* | John R. Kirk was born in 1888. |
Joseph Edward Kirk
M, b. 12 May 1893, d. 22 July 1977
| Birth* | Joseph Edward Kirk was born on 12 May 1893 in Oak River, Manitoba, Canada. |
| He was the son of James Kirk and Elizabeth Ann Shier. |
| Marriage* | Joseph Edward Kirk married Katherine Felicity Venables on 10 March 1920 in San Diego, California, United States. |
| Census* | Joseph Edward Kirk appeared on the census of 1921 in Hamiota, Township 14, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Death* | He died on 22 July 1977 in Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada, at age 84. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
Laura Kirk
F, b. 1878
| Birth* | Laura Kirk was born in 1878. |
Lloyd Kirk
M, d. 30 January 1990
Mabel Amanda Kirk
F, b. 1 September 1896, d. 27 February 1980
Citations
- [S18] Unknown subject, Manitoba Vital Statistics (n.p.: n.pub.).
Margaret Kirk
F, b. 1841, d. 13 April 1921
Marinda Kirk
F, b. 19 March 1858, d. 9 December 1933
Mary Jane Kirk
F, b. 1843, d. 31 July 1897
Matilda Kirk
F, b. 18 December 1861, d. 25 April 1936
Matilda Kirk-Shier (1861 - 1936)
| Married Name | Her married name was Shier. |
| Birth* | Matilda Kirk was born on 18 December 1861 in Blanshard Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada. |
| She was the daughter of Alexander Kirk and Jane (Jennie) Mahon. |
| Marriage* | Matilda Kirk married Josiah Adam Shier, son of Nicholas Shier and Jemima Switzer, on 10 March 1886 in Kirkton, Perth County, Ontario, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Matilda Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Josiah Adam Shier in Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Matilda Kirk appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Josiah Adam Shier in Hamiota, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Matilda Kirk appeared on the census of 1916 in the household of Josiah Adam Shier in Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Matilda Kirk appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Josiah Adam Shier in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. |
| Death* | Matilda Kirk died on 25 April 1936 in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, at age 74. |
| Burial* | She was buried on 28 April 1936 in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. |
Rachel Annette Kirk
F, b. 16 April 1885, d. 2 July 1969
| Name Variation | Rachel Annette Kirk was also known as Rachel Kirk. |
| Birth* | She was born on 16 April 1885 in Oak River, Manitoba, Canada. |
| She was the daughter of James Kirk and Elizabeth Ann Shier. |
| (Witness) Census | Rachel Annette Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of James Kirk in Oak River, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Married Name | As of 1908,her married name was Smith. |
| Marriage | Rachel Annette Kirk married John Smith on 8 July 1908 in Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Rachel Annette Kirk appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of John Smith in Marquette, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Rachel Annette Kirk appeared on the census of 11 June 1921 in the household of John Smith in Hamiota, Marquette, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Death* | Rachel Annette Kirk died on 2 July 1969 at age 84. |
| Burial* | She was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
Family | John Smith b. 22 March 1878, d. 25 September 1964 |
| Children | |
Rachel Eva Kirk
F, b. 3 August 1882, d. 1957
Samuel ERNEST Kirk
M, b. 6 September 1890, d. 1965
| Name Variation | Samuel ERNEST Kirk was also known as Ernest Kirk. |
| Birth* | He was born on 6 September 1890 in Oak River, Rural Municipality of Blanshard, Manitoba, Canada; Reg Number 1890- 003091. |
| He was the son of David J. Kirk and Sarah Shier. |
| (Witness) Census | Samuel ERNEST Kirk appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of David J. Kirk in Oak River, Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Samuel ERNEST Kirk appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of David J. Kirk in Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Fact 1 | Samuel ERNEST Kirk witnessed the Fact 1 of Samuel Henry Shier on 12 July 1908 in Crandall, Manitoba, Canada; Members of the Crandall Orange Lodge Band, July 12, 1908. |
| Marriage* | Samuel ERNEST Kirk married Violet GERTRUDE Cochran on 2 May 1915 in Russell, Manitoba, Canada; Reg Number1915-155029. |
| Death* | Samuel ERNEST Kirk died in 1965. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada..jpg "Photo: Denise Peterson
Findagrave") Photo: Denise Peterson
Findagrave |
Sarah Charlotte FLORENCE Kirk
F, b. 16 March 1892, d. 10 March 1991
| Name Variation | Sarah Charlotte FLORENCE Kirk was also known as Florence Kirk. |
| Birth* | She was born on 16 March 1892 in Oak River, Manitoba, Canada. |
| She was the daughter of David J. Kirk and Sarah Shier. |
| (Witness) Census | Sarah Charlotte FLORENCE Kirk appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of David J. Kirk in Marquette District, Manitoba, Canada. |
| Married Name | As of 18 November 1908,her married name was Orth. |
| Marriage* | Sarah Charlotte FLORENCE Kirk married Daniel Deloss Orth on 18 November 1908 in Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Sarah Charlotte FLORENCE Kirk appeared on the census in the household of Daniel Deloss Orth in Saltcoats, Saskatchewan, Canada. |
| (Witness) Census | Sarah Charlotte FLORENCE Kirk appeared on the census of 1916 in the household of Daniel Deloss Orth in Saltcoats, Saskatchewan, Canada. |
| Death* | Sarah Charlotte FLORENCE Kirk died on 10 March 1991 at age 98. |
| Burial* | She was buried in Ingleside Cemetery, Oxford East, Oxford County, Ontario, Canada..jpg "Photo: Prov 3:24
findagrave Memorial 125588900") Photo: Prov 3:24
findagrave Memorial 125588900 |
Wilford Hiram Kirk
M, b. 18 February 1918, d. 30 July 2009
.jpg "Wilford Hiram Kirk (1918 - 2009)
Recipient of the Military William Order (Netherlands)
Photo Credit: Wikipedia")
Wilford Hiram Kirk (1918 - 2009)
Recipient of the Military William Order (Netherlands)
Photo Credit: Wikipedia
.jpg "Wilford Hiram Kirk (1918- 2009)
Photo: Wikiipedia")
Wilford Hiram Kirk (1918- 2009)
Photo: Wikiipedia
| Birth* | Wilford Hiram Kirk was born on 18 February 1918 in Saskatchewan, Canada. |
| He was the son of Samuel ERNEST Kirk and Violet GERTRUDE Cochran. |
| Fact 1* | In 1944 Wilford Kirk was a Canadian soldier serving in Holland.
The then Sergeant was leading a 12-man section whose objective was a German pillbox on a hill near the town of Wonensdrecht.
While the supporting tanks and flamethrowers were stalled, Kirk and his men advanced on. The unit would bog down too, but Kirk kept going, and while wounded, took the hill, (See related story this issue).The courage of the Marchwell-area man would earn him a rare honour. He was presented with the Militaire Willems Orde by the Netherlands, their highest military medal.
Kirk was also knighted by The Netherlands Queen in 1945.
Kirk died in 2009, but his heroics on Netherlands' soil was not forgotten.
Last Thursday, on the first anniversary of his death a ceremony was held at his grave in the Ingleside Cemetery southeast of Langenburg where representatives of the Kingdom of the Netherlands laid a wreath honouring Kirk.
Judie Dyck, Honorary Consul of the Netherlands based in Saskatoon, said her country remember the efforts of the Canadians.
"We have not forgotten remember and honour the men who served with great distinction," she said.
The connection between the two countries is most recognized by The Netherlands annual gift of tulips to the Parliament grounds in Ottawa, but it goes deeper, said Dyck.
Dyck said students in The Netherlands still learn about Canada, and are also given the responsibility to care for the graves of Canadian soldiers buried there.
"They learn freedom can't be taken for granted," she said.
Dyck said in the case of Sgt. Kirk, his effort to take a hill which was an important objective as the Canadian Army moved through The Netherlands liberating the country from German occupation was a critical step in the effort. The liberation would account for 13,000 Allied casualties, those wounded and dead.
"He (Kirk) showed great courage and bravery," she said.
Frits Stam, Commander, Defence Attaché for The Netherlands based in Ottawa said the wreath laying ceremony was undertaken last week because it had not been possible to have a delegation attend Kirk's funeral in 2009.
Stam said while they remember all veterans, those rare few who were knighted to hold a special place of honour, "because of their deeds during the war."
"So it's also special for us in honouring them when they pass away."
Brian Kirk, one of Wilford's two sons, the other being Trevor, said the ceremony Thursday was special for the family, and quite surprising.
"It's incredible that he's being recognized," he said, adding his father was also very humble about what he had did in the war. "He didn't make public what he did over there."
Brian Kirk said as he learned of the deed through the paperwork leading to his father receiving the medal, what he did came into greater focus for him.
"What he did is still inconceivable for me to believe," he said.
Brian accompanied his late father back to Wonensdrecht in 1995, and he said seeing the area made what his father did that day even more amazing in his mind.
"When you see the surrounding terrain you appreciate even more what happened," he said.
The objective Kirk took was "the only hill for miles around," said Brian, adding "the surrounding landscape is as flat as the Regina Plains." For that reason the hill was crucial. "Anyone entrenched on the top of that hill would have a decided advantage."
From Yorkton This Week.com. |
| Marriage* | Wilford Hiram Kirk married Doris E. Whiston on 5 April 1948 in Barrow Upon Soar RD, Leicestershire, England. |
| Fact 1 | On December 8, 1945, Hirk received the Military William Order from the Gov't of the Netherlands. He returned to the Netherlands on May 29, 2009 when the same award was bestowed on Marco Kroon. He is pictured here with Princess Margriet of the Netherlands at that ceremony. Kirk passed away two months later on July 30, 2009. |
| Death* | Wilford Hiram Kirk died on 30 July 2009 at age 91. |
| Burial* | He was buried in Ingleside Cemetery, Marchwell, Melville Census Division, Saskatchewan, Canada..jpg "Photo Credit: Findagrave Memorial # 125588549") Photo Credit: Findagrave Memorial # 125588549 |
Clarinda Eleanor Gray Kirkpatrick
F, b. 12 December 1894
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