The Shiers, An Irish Palatine Family

Albert LORNE Elgin Shier

M, b. 8 December 1878, d. 8 May 1913

Father

Jesse Shier b. 30 Oct 1838, d. 28 Dec 1916

Mother

Frances Lytle b. 1849, d. 15 Mar 1927

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Samuel Shier (1796 - 1878) and Ann Smith

Last Edited

16 Dec 2020

Name Variation

Albert LORNE Elgin Shier was also known as Lorne E. Shier.

Birth*

He was born on 8 December 1878 in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

He was the son of Jesse Shier and Frances Lytle.

(Witness) Census

Albert LORNE Elgin Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Jesse Shier in Port Elgin, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Albert LORNE Elgin Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Jesse Shier in Port Elgin, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Marriage*

Albert LORNE Elgin Shier married Alma May Darling, daughter of John Darling and Jemima Lyness, on 15 April 1903 in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Occupation*

Albert LORNE Elgin Shier was a druggist in Orillia, Ontario.

Death*

He died on 8 May 1913 in Gorrie, Huron County, Ontario, Canada, at age 34.

Burial*

He was buried in Port Elgin Cemetery, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Alma May Darling b. 1881

Child

Alma Lorna Shier b. 27 Jul 1904, d. 12 Jan 1940

Albert Sylvester Shier

M, b. 15 January 1882, d. 1 December 1970

Father

Henry Shier b. 8 Jun 1838, d. 3 Sep 1885

Mother

Jane (Jennie) Mellon b. 23 May 1845, d. 30 Apr 1937

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Corneil Benjamin Shier (1808 - 1893)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861

Last Edited

7 Dec 2021

Name Variation

Albert Sylvester Shier was also known as Albert Edward Shier.

Birth*

He was born on 15 January 1882 in Michigan, United States.

He was the son of Henry Shier and Jane (Jennie) Mellon.

(Witness) Census

Albert Sylvester Shier appeared on the census of 1 June 1900 in the household of Jane (Jennie) Mellon in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

Marriage*

Albert Sylvester Shier married Delilah Willerton Jones, daughter of David Jones and Ellen Coppins, on 14 February 1907 in Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States.

Milit-Beg

Albert Sylvester Shier began military service on 12 September 1918 in Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States, Draft Registration Card.

Occupation*

He was a farmer for 25 years and operated a meat market and grocery store.

Residence*

He lived in 1937 in Wolverine, Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States.

Milit-Beg*

He began military service in 1942 in Michigan, United States, Draft Registration Card.

Death*

He died on 1 December 1970 in Michigan, United States, at age 88.

Burial*

He was buried in Wilmot Twp., Silver Lake Cemetery, Wolverine, Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States.

Family

Delilah Willerton Jones b. 1886, d. 1954

Children

Earl Leroy Shier b. 8 Apr 1908, d. 14 Aug 1993
Doris Ellen Shier b. 16 Sep 1911, d. 2 Feb 2001

Albert Vern Shier

M, b. 26 December 1914, d. 5 October 1976

Father

Wayne Clark Shier b. 27 Jun 1879, d. 14 Dec 1959

Mother

Nellie Mae Estes b. 28 Jun 1893, d. Oct 1984

Relationships

5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? ), New York

Last Edited

23 Dec 2023

Birth*

Albert Vern Shier was born on 26 December 1914 in Michigan, United States.

He was the son of Wayne Clark Shier and Nellie Mae Estes.

Marriage*

Albert Vern Shier married Dorothy Casey on 26 December 1939 in Michigan, United States.

Death*

Albert Vern Shier died on 5 October 1976 in West Branch, Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States, at age 61.

Address*

As of 5 October 1976, Albert Vern Shier lived at Roscommon, Roscommon County, Michigan, United States.

Family

Dorothy Casey b. 1921

Albert W. Shier

M, b. 12 July 1874, d. 24 November 1918

Father

Jacob Shier b. 17 Nov 1824, d. 7 Dec 1904

Mother

Catherine Rynard b. 12 Jan 1834, d. 2 Jun 1906

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier

Last Edited

25 Oct 2018

Birth*

Albert W. Shier was born on 12 July 1874 in Ontario, Canada.

He was the son of Jacob Shier and Catherine Rynard.

(Witness) Census

Albert W. Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Jacob Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Albert W. Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Jacob Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada.

Census

Albert W. Shier appeared on the census of 1900 in Ward 18, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States.

Occupation*

He was was a policeman on 16 April 1910 in Denver, Colorado, United States.

Census*

He appeared on the census of 16 April 1910 in Denver, Denver County, Colorado, United States; was a boarder in the home of Cecelia Eicher.

Residence*

He lived on 12 September 1918 in Denver, Denver County, Colorado, United States.

Milit-Beg*

He began military service on 13 September 1918 in Denver, Colorado, United States, Draft Registration Card.

Death*

He died on 24 November 1918 at age 44; as per Colorado State probate petition papers.

Alec Francis Shier

M, b. 1900, d. 1974

Father

Henry Jacob Shier b. 1861, d. 8 Oct 1934

Relationships

5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Last Edited

1 Oct 2025

Birth*

Alec Francis Shier was born in 1900.

He was the son of Henry Jacob Shier.

(Witness) Census

Alec Francis Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Henry Jacob Shier in Beagh, Castletown, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

(Witness) Census

Alec Francis Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Henry Jacob Shier in Beagh, Castletown, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

Death*

Alec Francis Shier died in 1974.

Alexander Shier

M, b. 21 November 1861, d. 6 January 1911

Father

John Shier b. 28 Feb 1827, d. 17 Jun 1875

Mother

Agnes Nancy Patterson b. 12 Feb 1833, d. 24 Dec 1909

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Samuel Shier (1796 - 1878) and Ann Smith

Last Edited

2 Apr 2021

Birth*

Alexander Shier was born on 21 November 1861 in Canada; The 1900 Census states that Alexander was born in Aug 1861.

He was the son of John Shier and Agnes Nancy Patterson.

(Witness) Census

Alexander Shier appeared on the census of 18 June 1870 in the household of John Shier in Berlin, Wright County, Michigan, United States.

(Witness) Census

Alexander Shier appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of Agnes Nancy Patterson in Wright Twp., Ottawa County, Michigan, United States.

Census

Alexander Shier appeared on the census of 1900 in Wright Twp., Ottawa County, Michigan, United States.

Census*

He appeared on the census of 14 June 1900 in Wright Twp., Ottawa County, Michigan, United States.

Census

He appeared on the census of 5 May 1910 in Wright Twp., Ottawa County, Michigan, United States.

Fact 1*

Alexander Shier was a farmer.

Death*

He died on 6 January 1911 in Berlin, St. Clair County, Michigan, United States, at age 49.

Alfred Shier

M, b. January 1859, d. March 1920

Last Edited

16 Apr 2024

Birth*

Alfred Shier was born in January 1859 in Portsea Island, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom.

Marriage*

He married Mary North.

Death*

Alfred Shier died in March 1920 in Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, at age 61.

Family 1

Mary North b. 1856, d. October 1937

Family 2

Child

Francis Albert Shier+ b. 10 Feb 1883

Alfred Andrew Shier

M, b. 26 March 1921, d. 21 July 2010

Alfred Andrew Shier (1921 - 2010)
Photo: LoLudford; ANCESTRY

Father

Everett Wellington Shier b. 28 Apr 1897, d. 4 May 1985

Mother

Ellen Dorothea Moore b. 29 Dec 1898, d. 8 Nov 1983

Relationships

6th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin of Roger Allan Shier
7th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of John Shier II (1792 - 1874) and Catherine Piper

Last Edited

11 Jan 2026

Birth*

Alfred Andrew Shier was born on 26 March 1921 in Carnduff, Saskatchewan, Canada.

He was the son of Everett Wellington Shier and Ellen Dorothea Moore.

(Witness) Census

Alfred Andrew Shier appeared on the census in the household of Everett Wellington Shier in Dist 214 Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alfred Andrew Shier appeared on the census of 10 April 1930 in the household of Everett Wellington Shier in St. Paul, Dakota County, Minnesota, United States.

(Witness) Census

Alfred Andrew Shier appeared on the census of 12 April 1940 in the household of Everett Wellington Shier in St. Paul, Ramsay County, Minnesota, United States.

Fact 1

He served in the US Marine Corps during WW II.

Marriage*

Alfred Andrew Shier married Maxine Caroline Hammergren on 28 June 1946 in St. Paul, Ramsay County, Minnesota, United States.

Wedding of ALfred Andrew Shier and Maxine Hammergren
Photo: LoLudford

Fact 1*

Resided at Coon Rapids, Minnesota.

Death*

Alfred Andrew Shier died on 21 July 2010 in Coon Rapids, Anoka County, Minnesota, United States, at age 89; Shier, Alfred Andrew Age 89 of Coon Rapids, passed on July 21, 2010 of natural causes. Born to Everett and Ellen Shier in Carnduff Saskatchewan. They moved to St. Paul when Al was a young boy. Al joined the Marines in 1942 to become a weapons instructor and rose to the rank of Sergeant. He married Maxine Hammergren in 1945, who preceded him in death in 1987. Survived by son, Donald of Coon Rapid; sister, Donna Ludford; nieces and nephews. Al was a lifelong sportsman and an avid Green Bay Packers fan. Memorials to Park River Care Foundation (9899 Avocet, Coon Rapids, MN 55433) where Al lived happily the last 7 years of his life. Memorial service Monday 11 AM with visitation Sunday 1-4 PM and 1 hour prior to service all at: Washburn-McReavy Coon Rapids Chapel 763-767-1000 1827 Coon Rapids Blvd.

Family

Maxine Caroline Hammergren b. 2 December 1924, d. 27 April 1987

Alfred Edward Shier

M, b. 2 April 1878, d. 3 August 1961

Father

George Shier b. 25 Jul 1847, d. 31 Aug 1910

Mother

Jane Martin b. 1849, d. 1925

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
1st cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling

Last Edited

11 Oct 2021

Birth*

Alfred Edward Shier was born on 2 April 1878 in Thorah Twp, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

He was the son of George Shier and Jane Martin.

Marriage*

Alfred Edward Shier married Alberta Craig Clark, daughter of James Walter Clark, on 14 October 1925 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada.

Occupation*

Alfred Edward Shier was was a farmer in his younger days.

Death*

He died on 3 August 1961 in Hespeler Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada, at age 83.

Family

Alberta Craig Clark b. 13 October 1890, d. 22 September 1988

Child

Marguerite Elizabeth Shier+ b. 19 Jan 1929, d. 23 Dec 2022

Alfred ROYDON (Roy) Shier

M, b. 28 May 1888, d. 8 June 1963

Father

James Dawson Shier b. 10 Jul 1845, d. 21 May 1915

Mother

Elizabeth Jackson b. 15 May 1851, d. 19 Jun 1925

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

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling

Last Edited

10 Jan 2022

Name Variation

Alfred ROYDON (Roy) Shier was also known as Roy Shier.

Birth*

He was born on 28 May 1888 in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada.

He was the son of James Dawson Shier and Elizabeth Jackson.

(Witness) Census

Alfred ROYDON (Roy) Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of James Dawson Shier in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alfred ROYDON (Roy) Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of James Dawson Shier in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada.

Marriage*

Alfred ROYDON (Roy) Shier married Violet Simpson Hunt on 17 April 1911 in South River, District of Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada.

Census*

Alfred ROYDON (Roy) Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in Shier Street, Ward 4, Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada.

Fact 1*

Alfred Roydon Shier was the Secretary Treasuer of the J. D. Shier Lumber Co.

Death*

He died on 8 June 1963 in Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada, at age 75.

Globe and Mail. June 17, 1963

Burial*

He was buried in St Thomas Anglican Cemetery, Bracebridge, District of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Violet Simpson Hunt b. 1889, d. 1967

Children

Aubrey Royden Shier+ b. 22 Jan 1912, d. 16 Sep 1962
Wallace Stanley Shier+ b. 4 Aug 1914, d. 1 May 1951
Dorothy FAYE Shier+ b. 1923, d. 19 Apr 1984
Baby Shier b. 29 Apr 1926, d. 29 Apr 1926

Alfred Seymour Shier

M, b. 19 March 1900, d. 3 December 1984

Last Edited

6 Apr 2025

Birth*

Alfred Seymour Shier was born on 19 March 1900 in England, United Kingdom.¹

Marriage*

He married Florence Edith Bean.

Death*

Alfred Seymour Shier died on 3 December 1984 in Lachine, Quebec, Canada, at age 84.

Source: Newspapers.com

Burial*

He was buried in Champ d'Honneur National, Quebec, Canada.

Canadianheadstones.com

Family

Florence Edith Bean b. 1909, d. 4 December 1984

Children

Ronald Elgin Shier b. 1934, d. 5 Oct 2002
Kenneth Alexander Shier b. 10 Nov 1936, d. 17 Jan 2006

Citations

[S128] Canadian Passanger Lists, 1865 - 1935, online \, Alfred Shier arrived on the ship "Carmania" from Liverpool.

Alfred T. Shier

M, b. 1896

Father

James Henry Shier b. 30 Sep 1867, d. 18 Oct 1937

Mother

Mary J. Gheogehan b. 1875

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)

Last Edited

2 Sep 2024

Birth*

Alfred T. Shier was born in 1896 in New York City, New York, United States.

He was the son of James Henry Shier and Mary J. Gheogehan.

(Witness) Census

Alfred T. Shier appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of James Henry Shier in Brooklyn, New York City, Kings County, New York, United States.

(Witness) Census

Alfred T. Shier appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of James Henry Shier in Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, United States.

Alfred W. Shier

M, b. 7 May 1897

Father

Henry C. Shier b. 1870

Mother

Suzie Unknown b. 1868

Last Edited

1 Dec 2025

Birth*

Alfred W. Shier was born on 7 May 1897 in Lafayette County, Missouri, United States.

He was the son of Henry C. Shier and Suzie Unknown.

(Witness) Census

Alfred W. Shier appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of Henry C. Shier in Lafayette County, Missouri, United States.

Alice Shier

F, b. October 1890

Father

Arthur Edgar Shier b. 3 Feb 1866, d. 17 Aug 1936

Mother

Sarah Jane Leaygraft b. 1865

Relationships

5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861

Last Edited

20 Feb 2020

Birth*

Alice Shier was born in October 1890.

She was the daughter of Arthur Edgar Shier and Sarah Jane Leaygraft.

(Witness) Census

Alice Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Arthur Edgar Shier in St. Patricks Ward, Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada.

Alice Shier

F, b. 1899, d. 1991

Father

Frederick THOMAS Shier b. 27 May 1856, d. 18 Feb 1934

Mother

Rebecca Gee b. 1864, d. 1931

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)

Last Edited

18 Mar 2021

Birth*

Alice Shier was born in 1899.

She was the daughter of Frederick THOMAS Shier and Rebecca Gee.

(Witness) Census

Alice Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Frederick THOMAS Shier in Leith South, County Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom.

(Witness) Census

Alice Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Frederick THOMAS Shier in Isleworth, England, United Kingdom.¹

Death*

Alice Shier died in 1991.

Citations

[S178] Census of England and Wales, 1911, online \.

Alice Shier

F, b. 1 February 1937, d. 4 February 1937

Father

Milburn (Bill) George Hartwell Shier b. 19 Aug 1904, d. 9 Mar 1977

Mother

Salma ELIZABETH Mantyla b. 9 Jul 1908, d. 19 Oct 2004

Relationships

6th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin of Roger Allan Shier
7th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier

Last Edited

16 Oct 2022

Birth*

Alice Shier was born on 1 February 1937 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States.

She was the daughter of Milburn (Bill) George Hartwell Shier and Salma ELIZABETH Mantyla.

Death*

Alice Shier died on 4 February 1937 in East Side Hospital, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States.

Alice Ann Shier

F, b. 7 December 1884, d. 3 March 1885

Father

William H. Shier b. 14 Oct 1844, d. 22 Dec 1922

Mother

Sarah Jane Legg b. 8 Jan 1862, d. 15 Jun 1925

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Corneil Benjamin Shier (1808 - 1893)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861

Last Edited

5 Mar 2015

Birth*

Alice Ann Shier was born on 7 December 1884 in Bingham, Huron County, Michigan, United States.

She was the daughter of William H. Shier and Sarah Jane Legg.

Death*

Alice Ann Shier died on 3 March 1885 in Bingham, Huron County, Michigan, United States.

Alice Augelina Bessie Shier

F, b. 1897, d. 1974

Father

John Shier b. 1861, d. Dec 1934

Mother

Annie West b. 1861, d. 1941

Last Edited

30 Nov 2016

Birth*

Alice Augelina Bessie Shier was born in 1897 in Elsted, Sussex, England, United Kingdom.

She was the daughter of John Shier and Annie West.

(Witness) Census

Alice Augelina Bessie Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of John Shier in Harting, Sussex, England, United Kingdom.

Death*

Alice Augelina Bessie Shier died in 1974.

Alice Beatrice Shier

F, b. 5 October 1881, d. 24 January 1976

Father

Wellington Shier b. 12 Sep 1842, d. 28 Dec 1904

Mother

Elizabeth Ann Dixon b. 22 Jul 1854, d. 30 Apr 1930

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of John Shier II (1792 - 1874) and Catherine Piper

Last Edited

10 Apr 2020

Birth*

Alice Beatrice Shier was born on 5 October 1881 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

She was the daughter of Wellington Shier and Elizabeth Ann Dixon.

(Witness) Census

Alice Beatrice Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Wellington Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alice Beatrice Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Wellington Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Married Name

As of 7 February 1907,her married name was Moore.

Marriage*

Alice Beatrice Shier married John Carlton Moore, son of Carleton Moore and Mary Ann Keeler, on 7 February 1907 in Brock Twp., Vallentyne, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alice Beatrice Shier appeared on the census of 1916 in the household of John Carlton Moore in Kindersley, Saskatchewan, Canada.

Death*

Alice Beatrice Shier died on 24 January 1976 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada, at age 94.¹

Family

John Carlton Moore b. 28 June 1884, d. 2 May 1934

Children

Elwood Stanley Carlton Moore+ b. 10 Dec 1907, d. 8 Oct 1979
William Floyd Moore b. 28 Dec 1911, d. 4 Apr 1912
Floyd Moore b. 10 May 1915, d. 10 Jan 1995

Citations

[S1] Ancestry.ca, online \Ancestry.ca\, Davey Family Tree by fdavey155. Hereinafter cited as Ancestry.ca.

Alice Christine Shier

F, b. 1913, d. before 2012

Father

Frank Shier b. 1 Jan 1876, d. 22 Jun 1948

Mother

Christina Robertson b. 10 Sep 1881, d. 22 Oct 1936

Relationships

5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861

Last Edited

19 Mar 2021

Birth*

Alice Christine Shier was born in 1913 in Cayley, Foothills M. D., Alberta, Canada.

She was the daughter of Frank Shier and Christina Robertson.

(Witness) Census

Alice Christine Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Frank Shier in Riley M.D., Alberta, Canada.

Married Name

As of 4 August 1942,her married name was George.

Marriage*

Alice Christine Shier married James Claybourn George on 4 August 1942 in Hartwell, Alberta, Canada.

Calgary Herald, Aug 25, 1942

Death*

Alice Christine Shier died before 2012.

Family

James Claybourn George b. 1913, d. 4 February 1998

Alice Elizabeth Shier

F, b. 3 April 1923, d. 21 April 2018

ALice Elizabeth Shier-Blaker-Tilley (1923 - 2018)
Photo Credit: McMillan & Jack Funeral Home

Father

William Franklin Shier b. 21 May 1896, d. 7 Feb 1970

Mother

Eva Alice Grummet b. 15 Apr 1902, d. 19 Jun 1979

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

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Nathaniel Shier (1817 - 1849) and Rachel Doupe (1819 - 1904)
Descendants of Nathaniel Shier (1817 - 1849) and Rachel Doupe (1819 - 1904)

Last Edited

24 Oct 2020

Birth*

Alice Elizabeth Shier was born on 3 April 1923.

She was the daughter of William Franklin Shier and Eva Alice Grummet.

(Witness) Census

Alice Elizabeth Shier appeared on the census of 1931 in the household of William Franklin Shier in Artemesia Twp., Grey County, Ontario, Canada.

Married Name

Her married name was Blaker.

Marriage*

Alice Elizabeth Shier married Amos Blaker.

Married Name

Her married name was Tilley.

Marriage*

Alice Elizabeth Shier married James Alfred Tilley.

Death*

Alice Elizabeth Shier died on 21 April 2018 in Warkworth Place, Warkworth, Ontario, Canada, at age 95; Passed away peacefully at Warkworth Place nursing home in her 96th year.
Beloved wife of the late James Tilley.?Loving mother of Betty Blaker. Devoted grandmother of Karen Blaker (Bob) and great-grandmother of Cheyenne Blaker (Matthew) and Dakota Blaker. Dear sister of Lloyd Shier of Feversham, Joyce (Frank) Ferguson of Georgetown, Hilda Miller of Rimby and Ray Shier (Inga) of Georgetown.?Predeceased by her brothers Fred, Herb, Walt and Willard Shier and her sisters Evelyn Morden, Doris Glover, Winnie Williamson, Mildred Lunek and Ida Plant. She will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews.?Friends and family will be received at the McMillan & Jack Funeral Home, Dundalk on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 from 12-1 p.m. The funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Mt. Zion Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated.

Burial*

She was buried in Mount Zion United Church Cemetery, Grey County, Ontario, Canada.

Photo Credit:
Debra Mann & Debi Arnold
CanadaGenWeb's Cemetery Project

Family 1

Amos Blaker

Family 2

James Alfred Tilley b. 1924, d. 2001

Alice Esther Shier

F, b. 31 December 1910, d. 15 March 1978

Father

George Albert Shier b. 23 Jan 1882, d. 19 Jan 1957

Mother

Martha J. Johnston b. 22 Oct 1881, d. 8 Sep 1947

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

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of John Shier III (1805 - 1892)

Last Edited

27 Oct 2025

Birth*

Alice Esther Shier was born on 31 December 1910 in Sault Ste Marie, District of Algoma, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

She appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of George Albert Shier in Sault Ste Marie, District of Algoma, Ontario, Canada.

Alice Esther Shier was the daughter of George Albert Shier and Martha J. Johnston.

(Witness) Census

Alice Esther Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of George Albert Shier in Sault Ste Marie, District of Algoma, Ontario, Canada.

Married Name

As of 20 August 1934,her married name was Hall.

Marriage*

Alice Esther Shier married William Vivian Hall, son of James Hall and Minnie Jane Vivian, on 20 August 1935 in District of Algoma, Ontario, Canada.

Death*

Alice Esther Shier died on 15 March 1978 in Plummer Additional Twp., Plummer Memorial Hospital, District of Algoma, Ontario, Canada, at age 67.

Burial*

She was buried in Korah Twp., Greenwood Cemetery, District of Algoma, Ontario, Canada.

Family

William Vivian Hall b. 20 July 1900

Alice Helen Shier

F, b. 1895

Father

Richard Ivers Shier b. 15 Dec 1854, d. 10 Aug 1938

Mother

Catherine Tait d. 21 May 1920

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)

Last Edited

2 Sep 2020

Birth*

Alice Helen Shier was born in 1895.

She was the daughter of Richard Ivers Shier and Catherine Tait.

(Witness) Census

Alice Helen Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Richard Ivers Shier in Little Diamond, Londonderry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.

Alice Hilda Shier

F, b. 17 July 1901

Father

Joseph Shier b. 1855, d. 15 Dec 1918

Mother

Esther Maria Barker b. 1862, d. 16 Jun 1943

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)

Last Edited

2 Oct 2025

Birth*

Alice Hilda Shier was born on 17 July 1901 in Prospect House, Rathkeale, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

She was the daughter of Joseph Shier and Esther Maria Barker.

(Witness) Census

Alice Hilda Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Joseph Shier in Oorla, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

Married Name

As of 26 July 1927,her married name was Cross.

Marriage*

Alice Hilda Shier married Thomas Henry Taylor Cross on 26 July 1927 in Dublin, Ireland.

Family

Thomas Henry Taylor Cross

Alice Lavina Shier

F, b. 30 September 1896, d. 8 June 1982

Father

Joseph Shier b. 16 Jun 1867, d. 10 Oct 1940

Mother

Wilhelmine (Minnie) Wickesberg b. 1875, d. 1953

Relationships

5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Adam Shier (1800 - 1867) and Frances Teskey (1811- -1868)

Last Edited

3 Jan 2024

Birth*

Alice Lavina Shier was born on 30 September 1896 in Seymour, Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States.

She was the daughter of Joseph Shier and Wilhelmine (Minnie) Wickesberg.

(Witness) Census

Alice Lavina Shier appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of Joseph Shier in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States.

(Witness) Census

Alice Lavina Shier appeared on the census of 20 April 1910 in the household of Joseph Shier in Gillett, Oconto County, Wisconsin, United States.

Married Name

As of 18 December 1913,her married name was Witzke.

Marriage*

Alice Lavina Shier married Arthur A. Witzke on 18 December 1913 in Wisconsin, United States.

Census*

Alice Lavina Shier appeared on the census of 1920 in Gillett, Oconto County, WIsconsin, United States.

Married Name

As of 25 May 1921,her married name was Roden.

Marriage*

She married Francis M. Roden on 25 May 1921 in Menominee, Menominee County, Michigan, United States.¹

Divorce Filing*

Alice Lavina Shier filed for divorce from [1436].

Census

She appeared on the census of 1930 in Sheboygan, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States.

Census

She appeared on the census of April 1940 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States.

Death*

She died on 8 June 1982 in Sheboygan Memorial Hospital, Sheboygan, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States, at age 85.

Burial*

She was buried in Luthern Cemetery, Sheboygan, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States.

Family 1

Arthur A. Witzke b. 1892, d. 1918

Children

Gertrude Witzke+ b. 1915, d. 25 May 2012
Ardys B. Witzke b. 14 Mar 1917, d. 2 Nov 1998

Family 2

Francis M. Roden b. 1891, d. 1965

Children

Roderick Francis Roden b. 1 Jan 1922, d. 16 Oct 1971
Rupert J. Roden b. 18 Mar 1925, d. 25 Jan 2006

Citations

[S25] Unknown record type: unknown subject, by unknown photographer; unknown series; unknown repository, unknown repository address. Online unknown url; unknown file name, Marriage Record for Francis M. Roden and Mrs. Alice Witzke nee Shier.

Alice Mary Shier

F, b. 4 March 1863, d. 27 December 1929

Alice Mary Shier (1863 - 1929)

Father

Nicholas Shier b. 25 Jul 1828, d. 4 Nov 1917

Mother

Jemima Switzer b. 24 May 1838, d. 18 Oct 1877

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758) (#1)
Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758) (#2)
Descendants of Samuel Shier (1796 - 1878) and Ann Smith
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Descendants of Dorothy Shier (1738 - 1820) and Tobias Switzer (1733 - 1810) (#1)
Descendants of Dorothy Shier (1738 - 1820) and Tobias Switzer (1733 - 1810) (#2)

Last Edited

4 Mar 2025

Birth*

Alice Mary Shier was born on 4 March 1863 in Kirkton, Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

She was the daughter of Nicholas Shier and Jemima Switzer.

(Witness) Census

Alice Mary Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Nicholas Shier in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

Marriage*

Alice Mary Shier married Samuel Henry Shier, son of Amos Shier and Mary Susan Teskey, on 25 December 1884 in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alice Mary Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Samuel Henry Shier in Oak River, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada; This family was lodging with Samuel's 2nd cousin ELiza Jane Shier and her husband James Kirk.

(Witness) Fact 1

Alice Mary Shier witnessed the Fact 1 of Samuel Henry Shier; Samuel Henry Shier and his wife Alice Mary Shier.

(Witness) Census

Alice Mary Shier appeared on the census of 1906 in the household of Samuel Henry Shier in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alice Mary Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Samuel Henry Shier in Township 13, Range 23, Crandall, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alice Mary Shier appeared on the census of 1916 in the household of Samuel Henry Shier in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alice Mary Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Samuel Henry Shier in Miniota, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.

Death*

Alice Mary Shier died on 27 December 1929 in Miniota, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada, at age 66; Reg Number 1929-060164.

Burial*

She was buried on 28 December 1929 in Crandall Cemetery, Crandall, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.

Family

Samuel Henry Shier b. 12 May 1862, d. 6 March 1940

Children

Samuel WILBUR Shier b. 20 Dec 1885, d. 3 Feb 1973
Gertrude Alice Shier+ b. 11 Dec 1889, d. 13 Jan 1972
Mary AMANDA Shier+ b. 11 Oct 1892, d. 15 Feb 1983
Ida May Shier+ b. 6 Oct 1895, d. 11 Sep 1959
Elsie Adina Shier+ b. 5 Aug 1899, d. 22 May 1991
Edward Earl Clinton (Ted) Shier b. 1 Oct 1901, d. 11 Aug 1982

Alice May Shier

F, b. 12 June 1870, d. 29 March 1924

Father

William Robert Shier b. 21 Nov 1839, d. 28 Nov 1911

Mother

Susan Ann Eaton b. 11 Oct 1846, d. 17 Jul 1929

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? ), New York

Last Edited

28 Jan 2016

Birth*

Alice May Shier was born on 12 June 1870 in Michigan, United States.

She was the daughter of William Robert Shier and Susan Ann Eaton.

(Witness) Census

Alice May Shier appeared on the census of 11 June 1880 in the household of William Robert Shier in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States.

(Witness) Census

Alice May Shier appeared on the census of 2 June 1900 in the household of William Robert Shier in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States.

(Witness) Census

Alice May Shier appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of William Robert Shier in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States.

Death*

Alice May Shier died on 29 March 1924 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States, at age 53.

Alice P. Shier

F, b. 4 July 1908, d. 7 December 1994

Father

Rev. Edward Preston Shier b. 8 Feb 1867, d. 21 Dec 1945

Mother

Jennie M. McCarty b. 9 Jun 1868, d. 9 Nov 1953

Relationships

5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendents of Henry Shier (1701 - ? ), New York

Last Edited

19 Apr 2018

Birth*

Alice P. Shier was born on 4 July 1908 in Humbolt County, California, United States.

She was the daughter of Rev. Edward Preston Shier and Jennie M. McCarty.

(Witness) Census

Alice P. Shier appeared on the census of June 1910 in the household of Rev. Edward Preston Shier in Hydesville, Humbolt County, California, United States.

(Witness) Census

Alice P. Shier appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of Rev. Edward Preston Shier in Scotia, Humbolt County, California, United States.

Married Name

Her married name was Wohletz.

Marriage*

Alice P. Shier married Edmund Frank Wohletz.

Death*

Alice P. Shier died on 7 December 1994 at age 86.

Burial*

She was buried in Los Molinos Cemetery, Section 7, Los Molinos, Tehama County, California, United States.¹

Family

Edmund Frank Wohletz b. 18 January 1906, d. 30 March 1993

Citations

[S17] Unknown author, findagrave.com (n.p.: n.pub.), Findagrave Memorial 107413812.

Allan Emerson Shier

M, b. 13 August 1934, d. 14 May 1972

Father

Emerson Frederick Shier b. 24 Dec 1908, d. 27 Apr 1976

Mother

Edith MAY Jones b. 1909, d. 1991

Relationships

6th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
7th cousin of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendents of Martin Shier (1770 - ?)

Last Edited

9 Sep 2017

Birth*

Allan Emerson Shier was born on 13 August 1934.

He was the son of Emerson Frederick Shier and Edith MAY Jones.

Fact 1*

Allan Emerson Shier never married.

Death*

Allan Emerson Shier died on 14 May 1972 at age 37.

Burial*

He was buried in Northbrook United Church Cemetery, Northbrook, Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada.

Allan Glen Shier

M, b. 29 November 1940, d. 27 July 2023

Allan Glen Shier (1940 - 2023)
Source: Irvine & Irvine Funeral Home

Father

Glen Edward Shier b. 29 Sep 1919, d. 1 Sep 2008

Mother

Laura Isabelle Devolin b. 29 Jul 1922, d. 8 Aug 2016

Relationships

6th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
7th cousin of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling

Last Edited

29 Jul 2023

Birth*

Allan Glen Shier was born on 29 November 1940.

He was the son of Glen Edward Shier and Laura Isabelle Devolin.

Occupation*

Allan Glen Shier was a Natural Resources Technician and lives in Cochrane, Ontario.

Death*

He died on 27 July 2023 in Lady Minto Hospital, Cochrane, District of Cochrane, Ontario, Canada, at age 82;
Obituary
In Loving Memory of
Mr. Allan Glen Shier
November 29, 1940 – July 27, 2023

With great sorrow his family announces the passing of Allan at the Lady Minto Hospital in Cochrane on Thursday July 27, 2023 at the age of 82. He is survived by his wife Eleanor (nee Casement) of 58 years, his son Kevin (Angela) and their children Jaime and Robbie, his daughter Kyla (Glenn) Prevost and their children Elle (Andrew) and Nikolas and 7 great-grandchildren.

Allan was the brother of Bonnie (the late Don) Axcell, Betty (George) Beadman, the late Shiela (late Pete) Turgeon and Karen Shier. He will also missed by several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Allan proudly served his country - a veteran of the Royal Canadian Air Force as a leading aircraft man. He was a man of "a hundred hats" - a graduate of Sir Sanford Fleming College as a resource tech,class A mechanic, held a private pilot license. Employed by the MNR for 30 years, also served as fire chief and building inspector for Glackmeyer Township.
After retirement, he held many positions in the Royal Canadian Legion rising to the position of District Commander. A devoted husband, loving father and grand father and everybody friend.

As per Allan's wishes, a private family celebration of life will be held.

If desired memorial donations may be made to the St-Paul United Church, Lady Minto Hospital or of your choice and would be greatly appreciated. If you wish to send online condolences to his family, to share your memories or photos of Allan please visit www.irvineandirvinefuneralhome.co.

Allan Joshua Shier

M, b. 28 December 1873, d. 2 June 1881

Father

William Shier b. 12 Jul 1849, d. 17 Apr 1928

Mother

Susan (Susie) McLean b. 25 Dec 1849, d. 7 Jul 1928

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

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling

Last Edited

19 Sep 2018

Name Variation

Allan Joshua Shier was also known as Josiah Allin Shier AS per birth registration.

Birth*

He was born on 28 December 1873 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

He was the son of William Shier and Susan (Susie) McLean.

(Witness) Census

Allan Joshua Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of William Shier in Keppel Twp., Grey County, Ontario, Canada.

Death*

Allan Joshua Shier died on 2 June 1881 at age 7.

Burial*

He was buried in Big Bay Cemetery, Georgian Bluffs, Grey County, Ontario, Canada.

Photo Credit:
Marianne Williams

Allan Ross Shier

M, b. 25 July 1926, d. 24 May 2004

Father

John RUSSELL (Russ) Shier b. 2 Dec 1887, d. 15 Aug 1972

Mother

Eliza Jane Sedore b. 10 Jun 1900, d. 1993

Relationships

5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Jacob Shier Jr. (1775 - 1845) and Anne Sparling

Last Edited

10 Apr 2022

Birth*

Allan Ross Shier was born on 25 July 1926.

He was the son of John RUSSELL (Russ) Shier and Eliza Jane Sedore.

Fact 1*

Served in WW ll Pa and Battleford Volunteers 1942 to 45.

Fact 1

Royal Canadian Armoured Corps Active Service 1945 to 1946.

Marriage*

Allan Ross Shier married Delores Irene Illerbrum in 1973.

Death*

Allan Ross Shier died on 24 May 2004 in Grey Nuns Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, at age 77; SHIER, Allan Ross (Al) On Monday, May 24, 2004 Mr. Al Shier of Edmonton passed away peacefully at the Grey Nuns Hospital, surrounded by his family at the age of 77 years. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 31 years Delores; four sons, Ross (Linda) Shier, Jim (Karey) Watson, Bruce Watson, and Dr. Scott (Barbara) Watson; four daughters, Debbie (Bill) Mariman, Arlene (Marv) Tomnuk, Lori Shier, and Barb (Larry) Klatt; twenty-three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; seven brothers; four sisters; numerous other family members. A private family service will be held at Al's request and cremation will take place. In lieu of floral tributes donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Edmonton, Chapter, #307, 10335-172 Street, Edmonton, AB T5S 1K9. Hainstock's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 440-2999. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/edmontonjournal/obituary.aspx?n=allan-shier&pid=157365076#fbLoggedOut.

Family

Delores Irene Illerbrum b. 17 July 1937, d. 1 June 2024

Alma Ida Shier

F, b. 9 October 1872, d. 12 February 1910

Alma Ida Shier-Shier (1872 - 1910)
Photo: Bill Weldon

Father

James Shier b. 4 Dec 1830, d. 3 Oct 1919

Mother

Mary Ann Mooney b. 14 Dec 1834, d. 4 Feb 1910

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758) (#1)
Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758) (#2)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Descendants of John Shier II (1792 - 1874) and Catherine Piper

Last Edited

21 Jan 2018

Birth*

Alma Ida Shier was born on 9 October 1872.

She was the daughter of James Shier and Mary Ann Mooney.

(Witness) Census

Alma Ida Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of James Shier in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alma Ida Shier appeared on the census of 6 April 1891 in the household of James Shier in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Fact 1

Alma Ida Shier witnessed the Fact 1 of James Shier; James Shier and Mary Ann Mooney Family.

Marriage*

Alma Ida Shier married Julius Christopher Shier, son of Jacob Shier and Catherine Rynard, on 21 March 1900 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alma Ida Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Julius Christopher Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada.

Death*

Alma Ida Shier died on 12 February 1910 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada, at age 37.

Burial*

She was buried in Uxbridge Cemetery, Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Julius Christopher Shier b. 10 December 1865, d. 19 December 1932

Child

Albert EARLIN Shier b. 3 Apr 1902, d. 17 Nov 1918

Alma Lorna Shier

F, b. 27 July 1904, d. 12 January 1940

Father

Albert LORNE Elgin Shier b. 8 Dec 1878, d. 8 May 1913

Mother

Alma May Darling b. 1881

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

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Samuel Shier (1796 - 1878) and Ann Smith

Last Edited

1 Jul 2023

Birth*

Alma Lorna Shier was born on 27 July 1904 in Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada.

She was the daughter of Albert LORNE Elgin Shier and Alma May Darling.

(Witness) Census

Alma Lorna Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Alma May Darling in Howick Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Marriage

Alma Lorna Shier witnessed the marriage of James Franklin Pratt and Alma May Darling on 24 January 1924 in Harriston, Wellington County, Ontario, Canada.

Death*

Alma Lorna Shier died on 12 January 1940 in Teeswater, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada, at age 35.

Globe and Mail; Jan 13, 1940

Burial*

She was buried in Teeswater Chapel, Teeswater, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Alvin Edson Shier

M, b. 3 July 1898, d. 22 November 1986

Father

Richard Shier b. 23 May 1861, d. 1 Apr 1946

Mother

Luvenia Ashby b. 16 Aug 1868, d. 5 Sep 1946

Relationships

5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of John Shier II (1792 - 1874) and Catherine Piper

Last Edited

21 Jan 2020

Birth*

Alvin Edson Shier was born on 3 July 1898 in Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

He was the son of Richard Shier and Luvenia Ashby.

(Witness) Census

Alvin Edson Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Richard Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alvin Edson Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Richard Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Alvin Edson Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Richard Shier in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Marriage*

Alvin Edson Shier married Ruth Jean Bird, daughter of William E. Bird and Jane Unknown, on 24 January 1934 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Edmonton Journal, Jan 26, 1934

Fact 1*

Employed by the Post Office.

Fact 1

Alvin Edson Shier's Retirement.

Death*

Alvin Edson Shier died on 22 November 1986 in Alberta, Canada, at age 88.

Edmonton Journal, Nov 24, 1986

Burial*

He was buried in Westlawn Memorial gardens, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Family

Ruth Jean Bird b. 1913, d. 13 August 2005

Children

Ralph Edson Shier+ b. 8 Apr 1938
Bruce William Shier P. Eng+ b. 7 Mar 1942, d. May 2024
Clara Jean Shier b. 24 Feb 1944, d. 19 Jan 2023
Delson John Shier+ b. 10 May 1947, d. 31 Aug 2023

Amanda Shier

F, b. 3 April 1879, d. 12 November 1964

Amanda Shier (1879 - 1964)
Photo: Harold Burgin

Father

Jonathan Shier b. 10 Mar 1835, d. 8 Jul 1910

Mother

Ann Ryan b. 19 May 1840, d. 20 Mar 1916

Relationships

4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier

Last Edited

26 Oct 2016

Birth*

Amanda Shier was born on 3 April 1879.

She was the daughter of Jonathan Shier and Ann Ryan.

(Witness) Census

Amanda Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Jonathan Shier in Blanshard Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Amanda Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of Jonathan Shier in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Fact 1

Amanda Shier witnessed the Fact 1 of Jonathan Shier; Jonathan Shier and Ann Ryan's 5 daughters.

(Witness) Census

Amanda Shier appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Jonathan Shier in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Fact 1

Amanda Shier witnessed the Fact 1 of Ida May Victoria White; Ida May White (front) with her 1st cousins Sarah Shier (l) and Amanda Shier (R)
Credit: Cheryl Lockhart and Susan Doble.

(Witness) Census

Amanda Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Wesley Jonathan Shier in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

Fact 1*

Single, Lived at home at Woodham.

Census*

Amanda Shier appeared on the census of 1921 in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

Death*

She died on 12 November 1964 in Ontario, Canada, at age 85.

Burial*

She was buried in Usborne Twp., Kirkton Union Cemetery, Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

Amelia Shier

F, b. 1801

Last Edited

27 Jan 2015

Married Name

Her married name was Shire.

Marriage*

Amelia Shier married Charles Shire.

Birth*

Amelia Shier was born in 1801 in Ireland.

Family

Charles Shire b. 1799

Amos Shier

M, b. 12 February 1831, d. 13 December 1903

Amos Shier (1831 - 1903)

Father

Adam Shier b. 1802, d. 9 Jan 1877

Mother

Matilda Switzer b. 1807, d. 16 Mar 1871

Relationships

3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Dorothy Shier (1738 - 1820) and Tobias Switzer (1733 - 1810)

Last Edited

27 Jan 2021

Birth*

Amos Shier was born on 12 February 1831 in Court Matrix, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

He was the son of Adam Shier and Matilda Switzer.

Marriage*

Amos Shier married Mary Susan Teskey, daughter of Garrett Teskey and Ann Shier, on 12 February 1856 in Rathkeale, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

Emigration*

Amos Shier emigrated in 1861; Immigrated to Ontario from Ireland. He settled in Blanshard Twp, Perth Cty.

Fact 1*

Settled in the Twp. of Blanchard about 1861 where he raised his family.

Census*

He appeared on the census of 1881 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

Death*

He died on 13 December 1903 in Miniota, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada, at age 72.

Burial*

He was buried in Crandall Cemetery, Crandall, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.

Family

Mary Susan Teskey b. 24 April 1835, d. 8 March 1919

Children

Matilda Shier b. 1 Aug 1857, d. 1 Sep 1932
Garrett GEORGE Shier+ b. 20 Oct 1858, d. 3 Oct 1918
Adam W. Shier b. 19 Dec 1859, d. 1860
Loftus Theophlus Shier b. 1860, d. 1861
Samuel Henry Shier+ b. 12 May 1862, d. 6 Mar 1940
Amos Albert Shier b. 13 Mar 1864, d. 13 Dec 1873
Susan Teskey Shier+ b. 23 Nov 1865, d. 20 Nov 1948
William Shier b. 7 Apr 1866, d. 21 Apr 1866
Robert Shier b. 28 Mar 1867, d. 11 Apr 1867
Adam Wesley Shier b. 27 May 1868, d. 6 Jun 1933
Collis Switzer Shier+ b. 21 Jun 1872, d. 19 Dec 1928
Frederick Julius Shier b. 14 Jun 1874, d. 11 Sep 1874
Florence Ethel Shier+ b. 31 Jan 1881, d. 26 Jul 1963

Amos Shier

M, b. 7 September 1839, d. 1927

Father

John Switzer Shier III b. 1805, d. 25 Feb 1892

Mother

Mary Jane Shier b. 1805, d. 12 May 1896

Relationships

3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of John Shier III (1805 - 1892)

Last Edited

10 Apr 2020

Birth*

Amos Shier was born on 7 September 1839.

He was the son of John Switzer Shier III and Mary Jane Shier.

(Witness) Census

Amos Shier appeared on the census of 1851 in the household of John Switzer Shier III in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Amos Shier appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of John Switzer Shier III in Huron Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

(Witness) Census

Amos Shier appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of John Switzer Shier III in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Marriage*

Amos Shier married Mary Jane Renchey, daughter of William Renchey and Ester Flemming, on 12 July 1871 in Kincardine, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada; Married his sister-in-law, widow of Switzer Shier.

Census*

Amos Shier appeared on the census of 1891 in Huron Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Census

He appeared on the census of 1901 in Bruce Twp., Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Death*

He died in 1927.

Burial*

He was buried in Kincardine Cemetery, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Mary Jane Renchey b. 23 August 1839, d. 27 October 1927

Children

Jane Eliza "Lyda" Shier b. 15 Apr 1873, d. 18 Dec 1950
James A. Shier b. Mar 1875, d. Jul 1875
Ethel Angeline Shier b. 23 Aug 1877, d. 19 Jan 1961
Margaret Turza (Ada) Shier+ b. 29 Sep 1878, d. 28 Sep 1968
Susan Dorcas ELLA Shier+ b. 9 Aug 1882, d. 12 May 1919
Sarah OLIVE Shier+ b. 16 Dec 1886, d. 22 Apr 1969

Amos Shier

Father

Jacob Shier Jr. b. 31 Aug 1806, d. 17 Dec 1871

Mother

Catherine Heavener b. 1821, d. 20 Nov 1903

Relationships

3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)

Last Edited

31 Mar 2015

Amos Shier was the son of Jacob Shier Jr. and Catherine Heavener.

Marriage

Amos Shier married Margaret Jane Shier on 12 January 1852 in Adare Parish Church, Adare, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

Family

Margaret Jane Shier b. 25 April 1830, d. 15 May 1864

Children

Mary Shier+ b. 1853, d. 29 Jun 1933
Henry Jacob Shier+ b. 1861, d. 8 Oct 1934
Margaret Jane (Maggie) Shier+ b. 15 May 1864, d. 1946

Amos Shier

M, b. 1807, d. 1890

Father

Adam Shier IV b. 1770

Mother

Matilda MARY Switzer b. 4 Jan 1768, d. 1847

Relationships

2nd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 4 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
3rd cousin 4 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)

Last Edited

11 Jul 2025

Birth*

Amos Shier was born in 1807 in Robertstown, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

He was the son of Adam Shier IV and Matilda MARY Switzer.

Marriage*

Amos Shier married Sarah Hasley, daughter of William Hasley, on 22 February 1870 in Rathkeale, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland; Amos Shier was a widower at the time of this marriage.

The Belfast Newsletter, Northern Ireland
March 1, 1870

Death*

Amos Shier died in 1890 in Pallaskenny, County Limerick, Munster, Ireland.

Family

Sarah Hasley

Amos Shier

M, b. 10 July 1878, d. before 1881

Father

Charles Shier b. 1852, d. 27 Nov 1917

Mother

Mary Taylor b. 26 Aug 1853, d. 1920

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861

Last Edited

11 Dec 2015

Name Variation

Amos Shier was also known as Shire.

Birth*

He was born on 10 July 1878 in Medonte Twp., Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada; Amos was a twin with Christopher.

He was the son of Charles Shier and Mary Taylor.

Death*

Amos Shier died before 1881; Amos was not indicated on the 1881 Census so it presumed he passed away as did his twin Christopher.

Amos Shier

Last Edited

29 Dec 2025

Birth*

Amos Shier was born in Ireland.

Marriage*

He married Sarah Scanlon.

Family

Sarah Scanlon

Children

Joseph Shier+ b. 17 Jun 1838, d. 7 May 1914
Mary J. Shier b. 23 Dec 1848, d. 15 Apr 1922
Dennis Shier b. 1851
Nellie Shier b. 1854

Amos Albert Shier

M, b. 13 March 1864, d. 13 December 1873

Father

Amos Shier b. 12 Feb 1831, d. 13 Dec 1903

Mother

Mary Susan Teskey b. 24 Apr 1835, d. 8 Mar 1919

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Dorothy Shier (1738 - 1820) and Tobias Switzer (1733 - 1810)

Last Edited

7 Dec 2008

Birth*

Amos Albert Shier was born on 13 March 1864 in Ontario, Canada.

He was the son of Amos Shier and Mary Susan Teskey.

Death*

Amos Albert Shier died on 13 December 1873 at age 9.

Amy Louisa Shier

F, b. 14 January 1908, d. July 2000

Father

Jesse Hellier Shier b. 30 Oct 1870

Last Edited

28 Aug 2018

Birth*

Amy Louisa Shier was born on 14 January 1908.

She was the daughter of Jesse Hellier Shier.

(Witness) Census

Amy Louisa Shier appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Jesse Hellier Shier in Monmouthshire, Wales, United Kingdom.

Death*

Amy Louisa Shier died in July 2000 at age 92.

Andrew Shier

M, b. 1873, d. 1951

Last Edited

26 Aug 2017

Birth*

Andrew Shier was born in 1873 in Germany.

Marriage*

He married Mary Elizabeth Fox.

Census*

Andrew Shier appeared on the census of 1920 in Lansing City, Ingham County, Michigan, United States.

Death*

He died in 1951.

Burial*

He was buried in Mount Hope Cemetery, Lansing, Lansing County, Michigan, United States.

Family

Mary Elizabeth Fox b. 1874, d. 1965

Children

Carl Shier b. 21 Jan 1895, d. 14 Jan 1903
Louis Shier b. 1905
Gordon Shier b. 1912

Andrew (Andy) Shier

M, b. June 1873, d. 7 March 1938

Father

Joseph Shier b. 26 Jul 1831, d. 1891

Mother

Elizabeth Chambers b. 1837, d. 8 Apr 1898

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Adam Shier (1800 - 1867) and Frances Teskey (1811- -1868)

Last Edited

22 Jul 2022

Birth*

Andrew (Andy) Shier was born in June 1873 in Canada.

He was the son of Joseph Shier and Elizabeth Chambers.

(Witness) Census

Andrew (Andy) Shier appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Joseph Shier in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

Emigration*

Andrew (Andy) Shier emigrated in 1884; Emigrated to the USA.

Marriage*

He married Mabel E. Allie on 13 August 1898 in Brown County, Wisconsin, United States.

Census*

Andrew (Andy) Shier appeared on the census of 13 June 1900 in Pittsfield Twp., Brown County, Wisconsin, United States; Lived with his in-laws and their family.

Census

He appeared on the census of 1910 in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, United States.

Occupation*

He was a grader in a lumber mill in 1910 in Washington, United States.

Census

He appeared on the census of 9 January 1920 in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, United States.

Marriage*

He married Mannie Williams on 6 June 1933 in Olympia, Thurston, Washington, United States.

Death*

Andrew (Andy) Shier died on 7 March 1938 in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, United States, at age 64.

Tacoma News Tribune
Mar 8, 1938

Family 1

Mabel E. Allie b. July 1881, d. 1961

Children

Sylvia Shier b. Nov 1899
Arleigh Elmer Shier+ b. 25 Nov 1900, d. 20 Apr 1978
Claribel Rhoda Shier b. 1902, d. 20 May 1978
Wilbur Andrew Shier+ b. 23 Apr 1906, d. 8 Jan 1953

Family 2

Mannie Williams b. 1874

Andrew Henderson Shier

M, b. 16 May 1873, d. 21 September 1934

Father

Henry Shier b. 8 Jun 1838, d. 3 Sep 1885

Mother

Jane (Jennie) Mellon b. 23 May 1845, d. 30 Apr 1937

Relationships

4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Corneil Benjamin Shier (1808 - 1893)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861

Last Edited

4 May 2019

Birth*

Andrew Henderson Shier was born on 16 May 1873 in Bingham Twp., Ubly, Huron County, Michigan, United States.

He was the son of Henry Shier and Jane (Jennie) Mellon.

(Witness) Census

Andrew Henderson Shier appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of Henry Shier in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States.

(Witness) Census

Andrew Henderson Shier appeared on the census of 1 June 1900 in the household of Jane (Jennie) Mellon in Bingham Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

Marriage*

Andrew Henderson Shier married Winnifred Lynn, daughter of Henry Lynn, on 4 March 1908 in Rawdon Twp., Hastings County, Ontario, Canada.

Census*

Andrew Henderson Shier appeared on the census of 22 April 1910 in Sheridan Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States.

Census

He appeared on the census of 24 January 1920 in Grant Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States.

Occupation*

He was a farmer in 1930.

Census

He appeared on the census of 9 April 1930 in Grant Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States.

Death*

He died on 21 September 1934 in Grant Twp., Huron County, Michigan, United States, at age 61.

Burial*

He was buried in Elkland Twp. Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan, United States.

Family

Winnifred Lynn b. 1867, d. 1935

Andrew J. Shier

M, b. 9 November 1894, d. 18 June 1937

Father

Joseph Shier b. 16 Jun 1867, d. 10 Oct 1940

Mother

Wilhelmine (Minnie) Wickesberg b. 1875, d. 1953

Relationships

5th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Charts

Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Adam Shier (1800 - 1867) and Frances Teskey (1811- -1868)

Last Edited

27 Mar 2017

Birth*

Andrew J. Shier was born on 9 November 1894 in Wisconsin, United States.

He was the son of Joseph Shier and Wilhelmine (Minnie) Wickesberg.

(Witness) Census

Andrew J. Shier appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of Joseph Shier in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States.

(Witness) Census

Andrew J. Shier appeared on the census of 20 April 1910 in the household of Joseph Shier in Gillett, Oconto County, Wisconsin, United States.

Marriage*

Andrew J. Shier married Eva John, daughter of Hattie John.

Death*

Andrew J. Shier died on 18 June 1937 in Gillett, Oconto County, Wisconsin, United States, at age 42.¹

Burial*

He was buried in Wanderers Rest Cemetery, Gillett, Wisconsin, United States.

Family

Eva John b. 1892

Children

Gale Andrew Shier+ b. 7 Aug 1921, d. 18 Sep 1978
Jane Ann Shier b. 1923, d. 2001

Citations

[S1] Ancestry.ca, online \Ancestry.ca\, Uehlinger/Spence Family Tree by pcu9000
. Hereinafter cited as Ancestry.ca.

Andrew Michael Shier

M, b. September 1982, d. September 1982

Father

Patrick Michael Gerrard Shier b. 1955, d. 3 Oct 2025

Relationships

7th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
7th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier

Last Edited

21 Dec 2018

Death*

Andrew Michael Shier died in September 1982 in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.

Regina Leader-Post, Oct 2, 1982

Birth*

He was born in September 1982 in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.

He was the son of Patrick Michael Gerrard Shier.