Harriett Brethour

F, b. 1874, d. 1874
FatherWilliam Melville Brethour b. 4 Sep 1836, d. 29 May 1915
MotherEliza Emmerson Baird b. 1840, d. 1886
Last Edited23 Jan 2024
Death*Harriett Brethour died in 1874 in Ormstown, Monteregie Region, Quebec, Canada.1 
Birth*She was born in 1874 in Ormstown, Monteregie Region, Quebec, Canada
She was the daughter of William Melville Brethour and Eliza Emmerson Baird

Citations

  1. [S46] Drouin Collection, online \, Brethour, Harriett of William, B-1874, Ormstown, St. Paul's Church
    Died as an infant.

Harry Brethour

M
Last Edited11 Jan 2020

Harry Brethour

M, b. 1870, d. 1870
FatherRev. David Ludwig Brethour b. 1838, d. 3 Oct 1903
MotherPhoebe C. Price b. 1838
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
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited28 Feb 2021
Death*Harry Brethour died in 1870. 
Burial*He was buried in Newburgh United Church Cemetery, Newburgh, Ontario, Canada.
Birth*He was born in 1870. 
He was the son of Rev. David Ludwig Brethour and Phoebe C. Price

Hazel Violet Irene Brethour

F, b. 29 October 1907, d. 1997
FatherMichael Brethour b. 8 Sep 1865, d. 27 Mar 1927
MotherMaggie MAUD Hunt b. 7 Feb 1885, d. 11 Jan 1919
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited4 Jan 2023
Birth*Hazel Violet Irene Brethour was born on 29 October 1907 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.
She was the daughter of Michael Brethour and Maggie MAUD Hunt
(Witness) CensusHazel Violet Irene Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Michael Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Married Name As of 19 April 1930,her married name was Pfaff. 
Marriage*Hazel Violet Irene Brethour married Oscar Pfaff on 19 April 1930 in Ontario, Canada.
Death*Hazel Violet Irene Brethour died in 1997. 
Burial*She was buried in Crediton Cemetery, Crediton, Huron County, Ontario, Canada.
Source: Patricia Van Horne
Findagrave Mem# 188136430

Family

Oscar Pfaff b. 1899, d. 1991
Children

Pvt. Hector Wilson Brethour

M, b. 12 November 1881, d. 1 September 1918
FatherWilliam AUGUSTUS Brethour b. 24 Mar 1853, d. 10 Jan 1933
MotherElizabeth Jane Thompson b. 1858, d. 5 Mar 1900
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
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited4 Jan 2023
Birth*Pvt. Hector Wilson Brethour was born on 12 November 1881 in Blanchard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.
He was the son of William AUGUSTUS Brethour and Elizabeth Jane Thompson
(Witness) CensusPvt. Hector Wilson Brethour appeared on the census of 11 May 1891 in the household of William AUGUSTUS Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusPvt. Hector Wilson Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of William AUGUSTUS Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Census*Pvt. Hector Wilson Brethour appeared on the census of 1911 in Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada
Residence*He lived in Daysville, Saskatchewan, Canada
Milit-Beg*He began military service on 3 January 1916 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada.
Fact 1War Diary: 5th Battalion,
Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment)

30 Aug 1918:
Wind –West Weather – Unsettled Ground – Moist Visibility – Poor
On our left the 1st C.I. Brigade attacked with a view to occupying more favourable positions about150 yards in front, arriving there and encountering practically no opposition, they continued their advance, finally halting and consolidating about 2,000 yards ahead of the position held by them in the morning. A significant incident occurred on our front this morning. During a lull in the artillery fire, a German was seen to leave his lines, and advance towards ours, with uplifted arms. Shortly after another followed, and evidently confident that we did not intend to fire upon them, 8 more joined them, and a party of 10 voluntarily surrendered. Events such as these certainly denote a deterioration of the enemy morale. It was stated that two Companies of a German Regiment absolutely refused the fact the Canadians.

Casualties: Nil



31 Aug 1918:
Wind – West Weather – Warm & Bright Ground – Dry Visibility – Poor
This morning the 8th C.I. Bn. carried out a small local operation and occupied two lines of trenches having no opposition and finding no occupants, but 40 of the enemy gave themselves up shortly after operations were completed. This afternoon a team of mules with limber of ammunition, with two men from our transport, while proceeding along the CAMBRAI Road to the Battalion, was hit by a shell. Both mules were killed outright and the limber blown to pieces, one man being slightly injured, and the other severely shaken. A remarkable escape. The Battalion passed a fairly quiet day. At night-time, when conditions are favourable the enemy is over bombing the rear areas, but apparently without much affect. Long range guns dropped shells into ARRAS at regular periods.

Causalities – 1 O.R.

1 Sept 1918: Wind – N.E. Weather – Fine Ground – Dry Visibility - Good
By 4:35 a.m., Lieut. Dobin, Scout Officer, had the men in position in the jumping off trench. The disposition of the companies was as follows: - “A” Company to attack, “D” Company in support, “B” and “C” Companies reserves. The nature of the ground to be advanced over was mostly of an open nature, rolling away in long ridges, dotted with an occasional wood. At 4:50 a.m., the thunder of our barrage broke the silence of the morning, and, keen as ever, over went our men fearlessly launched upon their new venture. They were at once met by a devastating fire from enemy gun posts ad redoubts, of the latter there were three, one of each flank and one on the central front, the central one containing a minnen-werfer trench mortar. Casualties occurred rapidly, and “A” Company was soon sadly depleted, in spite of which they continued to advance hampered by the loss of Machine Gun Ammunition, which was lost owing to the men carrying it being killed or wounded. The enemy had also suffered heavily during this time, but perceiving only comparatively a few men advancing, a number of them, probably one hundred, executed an encircling movement and got in the rear of “A” Company. Prospects for “A” Company at this time looked pretty bad, when “D” Company coming forward, with a rush, the Huns found the tables turned with a vengeance, and the whole lot surrendered without any opposition. “D” Company by this time had also suffered heavy losses, so “B” Company was brought up to assist. The re-doubts which lay on the West edge of the Hendicourt-les Cagnicourt Road were over-run and captured, and the road crossed and the trenches which formed the objective entered about 5:45 a.m. so that a lot of fierce fighting and heavy work had been accomplished in a short time. Prior to the attack warning had been received from Brigade H.Q. of new traps devised by the enemy for the edification of attacking forces, some being quite new departures, and of a very ingenious nature. One consisted of a concealed knife rest blocking a road and connected to a bomb. On the knife rest being pulled aside, the wire fuses the bomb. Another was a system of six mines so placed on the road on either side that they would come simultaneously under the two wheels of a vehicle. They consisted of small wooden boxes containing about fourteen pounds of explosives, a sort time fuse, and detonator actuated by a pressure plate. Their position was recognized by the presence of newly turned earth. They can easily be removed and are innocuous as long as no pressure is applied on top. By the time the objective was reached, “A” Company was reduced to twenty men and was re-enforced by men from “D” Company. “A” Company had come into touch with the 14th Battalion on their right at 10 a.m. and “D” Company had new received re-enforcements from “B” Company. The enemy artillery was active now, and our men were being subjected to a heavy fire. At mid-day O.C. of “C” Company received word from O.C. “B” Company that enemy was counter-attacking, and asking for re-enforcements whereupon a platoon was immediately despatched to their assistance. The counter attack developed in strength and “D” Company, on the Left, was forced back. Perceiving their plight, the platoon which was advancing to reinforce “B” Company, immediately moved to the assistance of “D” Company. At this time there was an urgent call for ammunition from all companies engaged in fighting, and parties were dispatched from “B” Company to obtain a fresh supply. Our right flank, however, continued to advance. On the left “D” Company, reinforced, checked the attack and, in turn, attacked, forcing the enemy to retire. Our Field guns got busy, and events took a favourable turn for us again. By 2:00 PM our men were well established, and things had quietened down considerably. By bad fortune, “BN” Company had lost their commanding officer, Captain J. L. Evans, who at the kick off was killed by a machine gun bullet. At 4:30 p.m., under instructions from Captain McGlashan, DMC., acting 2nd in command, Lieutenant Lloyd, O.C. “C” Company took over the front occupied by “D” Company.

Operation Order No. 314 (Appendix No. ) was received, stating that on the 2nd. September, 1918, the Canadian Corps would break through the DROCOURT – QUEANT Line. The attack was to be carried out by the 2ndCanadian Infantry Brigade, with the 3nd Canadian Infantry Brigade on our Right AND the 12th Canadian Infantry Brigade on our Left. They were to be assisted by none tanks from No. 2 Company, No. 14 Tank Battalion. The 5th Canadian Battalion in Brigade Reserve. At 9:45 p.m. Reinforcements of 8 Officers and 80 Other Ranks arrived at the Battn. from the composite Company.
Brigade Headquarters were established in a redoubt – V.1.a. Sheet 51b.

Estimated Casualties - 10 Officers and 225 Other Ranks.

2 Sept. 1918: WIND – N.E. WEATHER – Fine GROUND – Dry VISIBILITY – Good
After a quiet and uneventful night, ZERO hour – 5 a.m. - was heralded by the roar of our barrage, and the 2nd, 3rd, and 12th Canadian Infantry Brigades moved to attack. That supposedly iron defence yclept the DROCOURT – QUEANT Line. Alas! For Germany’s vain hope of possessing an impregnable defence. Canadians do not recognize any such obstacle, and the famous WOTAN Line was doomed to the same unceremonious treatment that was meted out to Hun defences by the Canadians during their recent operations. We now occupied positions in trenches immediately EAST of the HENECOURT LES CAGNICOURT – DRURY Road, where we proceeded to consolidate. 
Death*He died on 1 September 1918 in France at age 36; Killed in Action during WW I.
Burial*He was buried in Grave c-28 , UPTON WOOD CEMETERY Pas de Calais, France.
Photograph by Picasa 3.0
Fact 1*Hector Wilson Brethour is remembered on Page 373 of the First World War Book of Remembrance in the Peace Tower, Ottawa, Canada.
(Witness) Fact 1He witnessed the Fact 1 of David Brethour; David Brethour and Elizabeth Jane Shier lost 3 grandchildren during WWI. They were Pvt. Oscar Raymond Brethour, Pvt. Hector WIlson Brethour and Pvt. Sydney Archie Hern. 

Helen Eddy Brethour

F, b. 24 October 1910, d. 1977
FatherWilliam AUGUSTUS Brethour b. 24 Mar 1853, d. 10 Jan 1933
MotherAlice Maud Mary Heywood b. 1871, d. 1936
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited23 Feb 2022
Birth*Helen Eddy Brethour was born on 24 October 1910 in Blanshard Twp., Kirkton, Perth County, Ontario, Canada
She was the daughter of William AUGUSTUS Brethour and Alice Maud Mary Heywood
(Witness) CensusHelen Eddy Brethour appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of William AUGUSTUS Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusHelen Eddy Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of William AUGUSTUS Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Married NameHer married name was Whetstone. 
Marriage*Helen Eddy Brethour married Lloyd Orwell (Nip) Whetstone, son of Orwell Victor Whetstone and Ada Youngs, on 14 September 1933.
Death*Helen Eddy Brethour died in 1977. 
Burial*She was buried in Maitland Cemetery, Goderich, Huron County, Ontario, Canada.1
Photo: Gary Schumacher
Canadagenweb

Family

Lloyd Orwell (Nip) Whetstone b. 1906, d. 1988

Citations

  1. [S17] Unknown author, findagrave.com (n.p.: n.pub.), Findagrave Memorial 128069618.

Henry Brethour

M, b. 31 March 1821, d. 31 December 1884
FatherDavid Henry Brethour b. 1792, d. 19 Jan 1869
MotherAnn Lodwick b. Jun 1798, d. 2 Apr 1875
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited9 Feb 2024
Birth*Henry Brethour was born on 31 March 1821 in County Limerick, Munster, Ireland
He was the son of David Henry Brethour and Ann Lodwick
Marriage*Henry Brethour married Phoebe St. John, daughter of Philip St. John and Nancy ANN Baker, in 1845. 
Death*Henry Brethour died on 31 December 1884 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada, at age 63.
Burial*He was buried in Brock Twp., St. John Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Phoebe St. John b. 4 March 1831, d. 5 June 1918
Children

Hezekiah Brethour

M, b. 4 July 1862, d. 28 June 1941
FatherEdward Brethour b. 1826, d. 27 Jun 1892
MotherEliza Ellen Guthrie b. 1835, d. 1895
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
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited26 Jul 2022
Birth*Hezekiah Brethour was born on 4 July 1862 in Ontario, Canada
He was the son of Edward Brethour and Eliza Ellen Guthrie
(Witness) CensusHezekiah Brethour appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Edward Brethour in Reach Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusHezekiah Brethour appeared on the census of 6 April 1891 in the household of Edward Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Census*Hezekiah Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Marriage*He married Mary Isabella Dick, daughter of Daniel McLeod Dick and Isabella Mackie, on 10 September 1901 in Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Marriage*Hezekiah Brethour married Ella Watson on 16 December 1908 in Uxbridge Twp., Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
CensusHezekiah Brethour appeared on the census of 1911 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1921 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Death*He died on 28 June 1941 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada, at age 78.
Burial*He was buried in Uxbridge Twp., Quaker Hill Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
COurse: The Closet Skeleton
Findagrave Mem # 218019615

Family 1

Mary Isabella Dick b. 1872, d. 13 January 1906
Child

Family 2

Ella Watson b. 1874

Ida J. E. Brethour

F, b. 30 August 1883, d. 9 October 1917
FatherWilliam AUGUSTUS Brethour b. 24 Mar 1853, d. 10 Jan 1933
MotherElizabeth Jane Thompson b. 1858, d. 5 Mar 1900
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited16 Jan 2021
Birth*Ida J. E. Brethour was born on 30 August 1883. 
She was the daughter of William AUGUSTUS Brethour and Elizabeth Jane Thompson
(Witness) CensusIda J. E. Brethour appeared on the census of 11 May 1891 in the household of William AUGUSTUS Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusIda J. E. Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of William AUGUSTUS Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Death*Ida J. E. Brethour died on 9 October 1917 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada, at age 34.
Burial*She was buried in Usborne Twp., Kirkton Union Cemetery, Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Iva Muriel Brethour

F, b. 6 December 1911, d. 1979
FatherDavid HENRY Brethour b. 8 Jan 1867, d. 23 Jul 1946
MotherCatherine Alice St. John b. 25 Jun 1878, d. 12 Jan 1942
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Dorothy Shier (1738 - 1820) and Tobias Switzer (1733 - 1810)
Last Edited18 Jan 2022
Birth*Iva Muriel Brethour was born on 6 December 1911 in Brock Twp., Lot 1 Conc. 6, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
She was the daughter of David HENRY Brethour and Catherine Alice St. John
Married Name As of 24 September 1936,her married name was Pinkham. 
Marriage*Iva Muriel Brethour married Ralph Lorne Pinkham, son of Lawrence Mobray Pinkham and Annie Loretta Gordon, on 24 September 1936 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Death*Iva Muriel Brethour died in 1979. 
Burial*She was buried in Brock Twp., Sunderland Cemetery, Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Source: Susan Doble
Ancestry

Family

Ralph Lorne Pinkham b. 1909, d. 1983

James Brethour

M, b. 1816, d. 12 August 1890
Last Edited19 Feb 2020
Birth*James Brethour was born in 1816 in Ireland
Marriage*He married Phoebe Ann Lawton
CensusJames Brethour appeared on the census of 1851 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Census*He appeared on the census of 1861 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Death*He died on 12 August 1890 in Sand Beach, Huron County, Michigan, United States.
Burial*He was buried in Harbor Beach, Huron County, Michigan, United States

Family

Phoebe Ann Lawton b. 1821
Children

James Brethour

M, b. 1850
FatherJames Brethour b. 1816, d. 12 Aug 1890
MotherPhoebe Ann Lawton b. 1821
Last Edited18 Jun 2014
Birth*James Brethour was born in 1850. 
He was the son of James Brethour and Phoebe Ann Lawton
(Witness) CensusJames Brethour appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of James Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada

James Brethour

M, b. 19 November 1861, d. 24 October 1929
FatherArnold C. Brethour b. 1828, d. 19 Dec 1892
MotherMargaret Ann St. John b. 21 Nov 1837, d. 30 Nov 1931
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
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited13 Jan 2022
Birth*James Brethour was born on 19 November 1861 in Ontario, Canada
He was the son of Arnold C. Brethour and Margaret Ann St. John
(Witness) CensusJames Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Arnold C. Brethour in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Marriage*James Brethour married Eliza Rynard on 9 March 1887 in Stouffville, York County, Ontario, Canada.
Occupation*James Brethour was a carpenter. 
Census*He appeared on the census of 1891 in Reach Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1911 in Uxbridge Twp., Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Death*He died on 24 October 1929 in Uxbridge Twp., Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada, at age 67.
Burial*He was buried in Uxbridge Twp., Uxbridge Cemetery, Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada

Family

Eliza Rynard b. 5 May 1865

James C. Brethour

M, b. 15 March 1898
FatherWilliam Brethour b. 1857
MotherAnna Moriah Ryan b. 10 Apr 1858
Last Edited12 Jan 2022
Birth*James C. Brethour was born on 15 March 1898 in Ontario, Canada
He was the son of William Brethour and Anna Moriah Ryan
(Witness) CensusJames C. Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of William Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada

James CLIFFORD Brethour

M, b. 1896, d. 1975
Last Edited8 Nov 2018
Name Variation James CLIFFORD Brethour was also known as Clifford Brethour. 
Birth*He was born in 1896. 
Marriage*He married Blanche Edna Speiran, daughter of James Speiran and Mary Jane Swanick, on 30 November 1921 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Death*James CLIFFORD Brethour died in 1975. 
Burial*He was buried in Brock Twp., Sunderland Cemetery, Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Blanche Edna Speiran b. 21 July 1891, d. 18 August 1945

James E. Brethour

M, b. 22 August 1841, d. 2 January 1929
FatherCapt. John Brethour b. 1810, d. 1847
MotherEliza Shier b. May 1811, d. 27 Feb 1893
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 Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited11 Jun 2017
Birth*James E. Brethour was born on 22 August 1841. 
He was the son of Capt. John Brethour and Eliza Shier
(Witness) CensusJames E. Brethour appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of Eliza Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
Census*James E. Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1881 in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 16 April 1891 in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusHe appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of George Sparling Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
Fact 1*James E. Brethour never married. 
Death*James E. Brethour died on 2 January 1929 at age 87. 
Burial*He was buried in Brock Twp., St. John Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Jane Brethour

F, b. 1823, d. 1905
FatherMichael Julius Brethour b. 1774, d. 7 Nov 1862
MotherCatherine Heavenor b. 1774, d. 1832
Last Edited22 Jan 2024
Married NameHer married name was Stevenson. 
Marriage*Jane Brethour married Robert Stevenson
Birth*Jane Brethour was born in 1823. 
She was the daughter of Michael Julius Brethour and Catherine Heavenor
Death*Jane Brethour died in 1905. 

Family

Robert Stevenson b. 1820, d. 1874

Jane A. (Jennie) Brethour

F, b. 14 February 1854, d. 14 September 1932
FatherHenry Brethour b. 31 Mar 1821, d. 31 Dec 1884
MotherPhoebe St. John b. 4 Mar 1831, d. 5 Jun 1918
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited9 Feb 2024
Birth*Jane A. (Jennie) Brethour was born on 14 February 1854 in Brock twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
She was the daughter of Henry Brethour and Phoebe St. John
Married Name As of 8 November 1882,her married name was Thomson. 
Marriage*Jane A. (Jennie) Brethour married Alexander Galloway Thomson on 8 November 1882 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Death*Jane A. (Jennie) Brethour died on 14 September 1932 in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, at age 78. 

Family

Alexander Galloway Thomson b. June 1841
Child

John Brethour

M, b. 1 May 1847, d. 15 July 1931
FatherArnold Brethour b. 1814, d. 4 Jan 1906
MotherJane Stevenson b. 1822, d. 14 Sep 1862
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 Edited3 May 2019
Birth*John Brethour was born on 1 May 1847. 
He was the son of Arnold Brethour and Jane Stevenson
Marriage*John Brethour married Sarah Shier, daughter of William Shier and Elizabeth White, on 1 November 1870 in Cannington, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
CensusJohn Brethour appeared on the census of 1881 in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1891 in Carleton, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Census*He appeared on the census of 1901 in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1916 in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1921 in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Death*He died on 15 July 1931 at age 84. 
Burial*He was buried in Miami Cemetery, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.
Stone: Amy Hickmott
Canadianheadstones.com

Family

Sarah Shier b. 17 May 1852, d. 1914
Children

John Brethour

M, b. 1824, d. 6 June 1906
FatherDavid Henry Brethour b. 1792, d. 19 Jan 1869
MotherAnn Lodwick b. Jun 1798, d. 2 Apr 1875
Relationships3rd great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited10 Jan 2022
Birth*John Brethour was born in 1824 in Ireland
He was the son of David Henry Brethour and Ann Lodwick
(Witness) CensusJohn Brethour appeared on the census of 1851 in the household of David Henry Brethour in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Marriage*John Brethour married Sarah Ann Switzer
Census*John Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Residence*He lived in 1891 in Scott Twp, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada; At time of 1891 Census. 
Death*He died on 6 June 1906 in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Burial*He was buried in Brock Twp., St. John Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Sarah Ann Switzer b. 21 November 1837, d. 15 June 1923
Children

John Brethour

M, b. 1859
FatherMichael Brethour b. 1819
MotherAmelia Brethour b. 1827
Last Edited27 Jun 2013
Birth*John Brethour was born in 1859. 
He was the son of Michael Brethour and Amelia Brethour

Capt. John Brethour

M, b. 1810, d. 1847
FatherMichael Julius Brethour b. 1774, d. 7 Nov 1862
MotherCatherine Heavenor b. 1774, d. 1832
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited22 Jan 2024
Birth*Capt. John Brethour was born in 1810. 
He was the son of Michael Julius Brethour and Catherine Heavenor
Marriage*Capt. John Brethour married Eliza Shier, daughter of Henry Shier and Mary Corneil, in 1835. 
Fact 1*Were Farmers in Georgina Twp. 
Death*Capt. John Brethour died in 1847. 
Burial*He was buried in Brock Twp., St. John Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Eliza Shier b. May 1811, d. 27 February 1893
Children

Joseph WESLEY Brethour

M, b. 1 October 1867, d. 8 November 1930
FatherJohn Brethour b. 1824, d. 6 Jun 1906
MotherSarah Ann Switzer b. 21 Nov 1837, d. 15 Jun 1923
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
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited25 Jul 2022
Name Variation Joseph WESLEY Brethour was also known as Wesley Brethour. 
Birth*He was born on 1 October 1867 in Ontario, Canada
He was the son of John Brethour and Sarah Ann Switzer
(Witness) CensusJoseph WESLEY Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of John Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Death*Joseph WESLEY Brethour died on 8 November 1930 in Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, Victoria County, Ontario, Canada, at age 63.
Burial*He was buried in Brock Twp., St. John Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Source: Debbie Craig
Findagrave Mem# 125566651

Katherine Brethour

F, b. 1847
FatherJames Brethour b. 1816, d. 12 Aug 1890
MotherPhoebe Ann Lawton b. 1821
Last Edited27 Jun 2013
Birth*Katherine Brethour was born in 1847. 
She was the daughter of James Brethour and Phoebe Ann Lawton
(Witness) CensusKatherine Brethour appeared on the census of 1851 in the household of James Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusKatherine Brethour appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of James Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada

Lilley M. Brethour

F, b. 1875
FatherEdward Brethour b. 1826, d. 27 Jun 1892
MotherEliza Ellen Guthrie b. 1835, d. 1895
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited27 Jun 2013
Birth*Lilley M. Brethour was born in 1875. 
She was the daughter of Edward Brethour and Eliza Ellen Guthrie
(Witness) CensusLilley M. Brethour appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Edward Brethour in Reach Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusLilley M. Brethour appeared on the census of 6 April 1891 in the household of Edward Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada

Margaret A. Brethour

F, b. 1860
FatherEdward Brethour b. 1826, d. 27 Jun 1892
MotherEliza Ellen Guthrie b. 1835, d. 1895
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited24 Feb 2024
Birth*Margaret A. Brethour was born in 1860. 
She was the daughter of Edward Brethour and Eliza Ellen Guthrie
(Witness) CensusMargaret A. Brethour appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of Edward Brethour in Reach Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada

Margaret Jane Brethour

F, b. 1 May 1865, d. 9 January 1933
FatherArnold C. Brethour b. 1828, d. 19 Dec 1892
MotherMargaret Ann St. John b. 21 Nov 1837, d. 30 Nov 1931
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758) (#1)
Hans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758) (#2)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited2 Jul 2023
Birth*Margaret Jane Brethour was born on 1 May 1865 in Scott Twp., Udora, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
She was the daughter of Arnold C. Brethour and Margaret Ann St. John
(Witness) CensusMargaret Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Arnold C. Brethour in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Marriage*Margaret Jane Brethour married Philip Shier, son of Jacob Shier and Catherine Rynard, on 10 January 1888 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Married Name As of 10 January 1888,her married name was Shier. 
(Witness) CensusMargaret Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Philip Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMargaret Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1911 in the household of Philip Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMargaret Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Roy Etherington Shier in Geogina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
Death*Margaret Jane Brethour died on 9 January 1933 in Toronto, York County, Ontario, Canada, at age 67; Mrs. Phillip Shier, a neice of the late Hon. J. W. St. John, former speaker of the Provincial Legislature and mother of Roy Shier, a plain-clothesman of Dundas Street west, police station, died at her home, 527 Brock Avenue, yesterday. Mrs. Shier was in her 68th year. She had been ill for about two months. Mrs. Shier, nee Margaret Jane Brethour, was born in the township of Brock. She came to Toronto 12 years ago from Eudora (Udora), in Georgina Township. A funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday from the late residence. Mrs. Shier is survived by her husband, Phillip and her son, Roy.
The Cannington Gleaner
Jan 12, 1933... tks to Allan Argue
The Cannington Gleaner
Jan 12, 1933... tks to Allan Argue
Burial*She was buried on 11 January 1933 in Bagshaw Cemetery, Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Philip Shier b. 2 June 1864, d. 1939
Children

Margaret Jane Brethour

F, b. 21 August 1906, d. 1984
FatherNewton Wesley Brethour b. 1869, d. 18 Jul 1948
MotherIda GERTRUDE May Bacon b. 17 Mar 1873, d. 29 Dec 1944
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
5th cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited25 Jul 2022
Birth*Margaret Jane Brethour was born on 21 August 1906 in Brock Twp., Lot 5 Conc. 4, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
She was the daughter of Newton Wesley Brethour and Ida GERTRUDE May Bacon
Death*Margaret Jane Brethour died in 1984 in Brock Twp., Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Burial*She was buried in Brock Twp., Sunderland Cemetery, Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Martha Brethour

F, b. 1857
FatherMichael Brethour b. 1819
MotherAmelia Brethour b. 1827
Last Edited27 Jun 2013
Birth*Martha Brethour was born in 1857. 
She was the daughter of Michael Brethour and Amelia Brethour

Martha Brethour

F, b. 10 June 1831, d. 8 February 1911
FatherDavid Henry Brethour b. 1792, d. 19 Jan 1869
MotherAnn Lodwick b. Jun 1798, d. 2 Apr 1875
Relationships3rd great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
3rd cousin 3 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
4th cousin 3 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited11 Jan 2022
Birth*Martha Brethour was born on 10 June 1831 in Ireland
She was the daughter of David Henry Brethour and Ann Lodwick
Married Name As of 1859,her married name was St. John. 
Marriage*Martha Brethour married Julius St. John, son of Philip St. John and Nancy ANN Baker, in 1859. 
Death*Martha Brethour died on 8 February 1911 at age 79. 
Burial*She was buried in Brock Twp., St. John Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Julius St. John b. 13 August 1836, d. 26 March 1912
Children

Martha Brethour

F, b. 1916, d. 17 October 2005
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited4 Feb 2017
Birth*Martha Brethour was born in 1916. 
Marriage*She married Randel ARTHUR Brethour, son of Richard Wesley Brethour and Elizabeth Marriott
Death*Martha Brethour died on 17 October 2005 in Birch Lodge Personal care Home, Hamiota, Winnigeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada; Martha Brethour of Hamiota, Manitoba, beloved wife of the later Arthur Brethour and mother of Ray (Kay) Brethour, Ed (Carole-Ann) Brethour, and Glenda (Chris) McConnell, passed away at Birch Lodge Personal Care Home, Hamiota, on Monday October 17, 2005 at 89 years of age. A service to celebrate her life will be held at the Hamiota United Church, Hamiota on Thursday, October 20, 2005 at 2:00 PM with a private family interment following in the Hamiota Cemetery. (Brandon Sun, October 19, 2005.) 
Burial*She was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.

Family

Randel ARTHUR Brethour b. 29 April 1897, d. 1979

Martha Ann Brethour

F, b. 20 March 1863, d. 19 March 1940
FatherArnold C. Brethour b. 1828, d. 19 Dec 1892
MotherMargaret Ann St. John b. 21 Nov 1837, d. 30 Nov 1931
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited15 Jan 2022
Birth*Martha Ann Brethour was born on 20 March 1863 in Ontario, Canada
She was the daughter of Arnold C. Brethour and Margaret Ann St. John
(Witness) CensusMartha Ann Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Arnold C. Brethour in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Married Name As of 17 February 1892,her married name was Vrooman. 
Marriage*Martha Ann Brethour married Solomon Vrooman, son of Lieutenant Colonel James Vrooman and Roda Johnston, on 17 February 1892 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
(Witness) CensusMartha Ann Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Solomon Vrooman in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Death*Martha Ann Brethour died on 19 March 1940 in Brock Twp., Lot 6 Conc. 7, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada, at age 76.
Burial*She was buried in Brock Twp., Sunderland Cemetery, Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Source: Mhairi
Findagrave Mem# 187321453

Family

Solomon Vrooman b. 18 January 1859, d. 15 April 1945
Children

Mary Brethour

F, b. 1837, d. 17 July 1889
FatherCapt. John Brethour b. 1810, d. 1847
MotherEliza Shier b. May 1811, d. 27 Feb 1893
Relationships3rd great-granddaughter 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 Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited3 Mar 2023
Birth*Mary Brethour was born in 1837. 
She was the daughter of Capt. John Brethour and Eliza Shier
(Witness) CensusMary Brethour appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of Eliza Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMary Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of James E. Brethour in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMary Brethour appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of James E. Brethour in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
Death*Mary Brethour died on 17 July 1889 in Georgina Twp, York County, Ontario, Canada.
Burial*She was buried in Brock Twp., St. John Cemetery, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Mary Brethour

F, b. 1839
FatherRev. William Brethour b. 1807, d. 1880
MotherSusannah Lynn Fox b. 1811, d. 1888
Last Edited23 Jan 2024
Birth*Mary Brethour was born in 1839 in Canada
She was the daughter of Rev. William Brethour and Susannah Lynn Fox
(Witness) CensusMary Brethour appeared on the census of 1851 in the household of Rev. William Brethour in Beauharnois County, Quebec, Canada.
 

Mary Ann Brethour

F, b. 1841
FatherArnold Brethour b. 1814, d. 4 Jan 1906
MotherJane Stevenson b. 1822, d. 14 Sep 1862
Last Edited27 Jun 2013
Birth*Mary Ann Brethour was born in 1841. 
She was the daughter of Arnold Brethour and Jane Stevenson

Mary Jane Brethour

F, b. 15 December 1857, d. 9 January 1944
FatherDavid Brethour b. 1831, d. 23 Mar 1905
MotherElizabeth Jane Shier b. 21 Dec 1826, d. 16 Feb 1912
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited18 Feb 2024
Birth*Mary Jane Brethour was born on 15 December 1857 in Ontario, Canada
She was the daughter of David Brethour and Elizabeth Jane Shier
(Witness) CensusMary Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of David Brethour in Blanchard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMary Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of David Brethour in District 29, South Perth, Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMary Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of David Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMary Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of David Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMary Jane Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of David Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Residence*Mary Jane Brethour lived in 1911 in Blanchard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada; In 1911 lived with brother Michael and mother Eliza. 
(Witness) CensusShe appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Michael Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Death*Mary Jane Brethour died on 9 January 1944 in Stephen Twp., Crediton, Huron County, Ontario, Canada, at age 86.
Burial*She was buried in Kirkton Union Cemetery, Kirkton, Perth County, Ontario, Canada.

Mary Teresa Brethour

F, b. 13 September 1874, d. 19 June 1953
FatherArnold C. Brethour b. 1828, d. 19 Dec 1892
MotherMargaret Ann St. John b. 21 Nov 1837, d. 30 Nov 1931
Relationships4th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
4th cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited13 Jan 2022
(Witness) CensusMary Teresa Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Arnold C. Brethour in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Birth*Mary Teresa Brethour was born on 13 September 1874 in Brock Twp., Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
She was the daughter of Arnold C. Brethour and Margaret Ann St. John
Married Name As of 1907,her married name was Harbottle. 
Marriage*Mary Teresa Brethour married Robert Edwin Harbottle on 31 December 1907 in Brandon, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.1 
Death*Mary Teresa Brethour died on 19 June 1953 in Lethbridge, Lethbridge Census Division, Alberta, Canada, at age 78. 
Burial*She was buried in Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge, Lethbridge Census Division, Alberta, Canada.
Source: Bear Hugs
Findagrave Mem# 100087651

Family

Robert Edwin Harbottle b. 3 July 1877, d. 22 February 1935

Citations

  1. [S90] Manitoba, Marriage Index 1881 - 1937, online \, Marriage of Theresa Brethour and Robert E. Harbottle.

Michael Brethour

M, b. 8 September 1865, d. 27 March 1927
FatherDavid Brethour b. 1831, d. 23 Mar 1905
MotherElizabeth Jane Shier b. 21 Dec 1826, d. 16 Feb 1912
Relationships4th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
1st cousin 2 times removed of Roger Allan Shier
5th cousin 2 times removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited25 Feb 2022
Birth*Michael Brethour was born on 8 September 1865. 
He was the son of David Brethour and Elizabeth Jane Shier
(Witness) CensusMichael Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of David Brethour in District 29, South Perth, Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMichael Brethour appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of David Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Marriage*Michael Brethour married Maggie MAUD Hunt on 16 January 1907 in Fullarton Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Census*Michael Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Death*He died on 27 March 1927 in Victoria Hospital, London, Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada, at age 61; due to septic throat.
Burial*He was buried on 30 March 1927 in Usborne Twp., Kirkton Union Cemetery, Huron County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Maggie MAUD Hunt b. 7 February 1885, d. 11 January 1919
Children

Michael Brethour

M, b. 1819
Last Edited27 Jun 2013
Marriage*Michael Brethour married Amelia Brethour
Birth*Michael Brethour was born in 1819. 
Residence*He lived in 1861 in Reach Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada; as indicated in 1861 Census. 

Family

Amelia Brethour b. 1827
Children

Michael Brethour

M, b. 1843
FatherJames Brethour b. 1816, d. 12 Aug 1890
MotherPhoebe Ann Lawton b. 1821
Last Edited27 Jun 2013
Birth*Michael Brethour was born in 1843. 
He was the son of James Brethour and Phoebe Ann Lawton
(Witness) CensusMichael Brethour appeared on the census of 1851 in the household of James Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMichael Brethour appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of James Brethour in Scott Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada

Michael Brethour

M, b. 1843
FatherCapt. John Brethour b. 1810, d. 1847
MotherEliza Shier b. May 1811, d. 27 Feb 1893
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 Henry Shier 1777 - 1830 and Mary Corneil 1771 - 1861
Last Edited9 Jan 2015
Birth*Michael Brethour was born in 1843. 
He was the son of Capt. John Brethour and Eliza Shier
(Witness) CensusMichael Brethour appeared on the census of 1861 in the household of Eliza Shier in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusMichael Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of James E. Brethour in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada

Michael Julius Brethour

M, b. 1774, d. 7 November 1862
Last Edited18 Feb 2024
Birth*Michael Julius Brethour was born in 1774.1 
Marriage*He married Catherine Heavenor
Death*Michael Julius Brethour died on 7 November 1862 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.1 

Family

Catherine Heavenor b. 1774, d. 1832
Children

Citations

  1. [S1] Ancestry.ca, online \Ancestry.ca\, Umphrey Family in US_Can by Troy Umphrey. Hereinafter cited as Ancestry.ca.

Myrtle Gertrude Brethour

F, b. 19 March 1912, d. 21 February 1998
FatherMichael Brethour b. 8 Sep 1865, d. 27 Mar 1927
MotherMaggie MAUD Hunt b. 7 Feb 1885, d. 11 Jan 1919
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited8 Mar 2018
Birth*Myrtle Gertrude Brethour was born on 19 March 1912 in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada.
She was the daughter of Michael Brethour and Maggie MAUD Hunt
(Witness) CensusMyrtle Gertrude Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Michael Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Married NameHer married name was Brine. 
Marriage*Myrtle Gertrude Brethour married James PHILIP Brine
Married NameHer married name was Schaefer. 
Marriage*Myrtle Gertrude Brethour married Willard Schaefer
Death*Myrtle Gertrude Brethour died on 21 February 1998 in Memorial Hospital, St. Marys, Perth County, Ontario, Canada, at age 85. 
Burial*She was buried in St. Mary's Cemetery, St. Marys, Perth County, Ontario, Canada.
Photo Credit:
Allison Mitchell-Reid; Ancestry

Family 1

James PHILIP Brine b. 22 July 1898, d. 1963

Family 2

Willard Schaefer

Newton Wesley Brethour

M, b. 1869, d. 18 July 1948
FatherArnold C. Brethour b. 1828, d. 19 Dec 1892
MotherMargaret Ann St. John b. 21 Nov 1837, d. 30 Nov 1931
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
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited25 Jul 2022
Birth*Newton Wesley Brethour was born in 1869. 
He was the son of Arnold C. Brethour and Margaret Ann St. John
(Witness) CensusNewton Wesley Brethour appeared on the census of 1871 in the household of Arnold C. Brethour in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada
Marriage*Newton Wesley Brethour married Ida GERTRUDE May Bacon on 10 July 1902 in Brock Twp., Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Death*Newton Wesley Brethour died on 18 July 1948 in Brock Twp., Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Burial*He was buried on 21 July 1948 in Brock Twp., Sunderland Cemetery, Sunderland, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.

Family

Ida GERTRUDE May Bacon b. 17 March 1873, d. 29 December 1944
Children

Cpl. Norman Victor Shier Brethour

M, b. 1 July 1888, d. 19 November 1951
FatherJohn Brethour b. 1 May 1847, d. 15 Jul 1931
MotherSarah Shier b. 17 May 1852, d. 1914
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
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 Edited26 Jul 2023
Birth*Cpl. Norman Victor Shier Brethour was born on 1 July 1888 in Georgina Twp., Udora, York County, Ontario, Canada.
He was the son of John Brethour and Sarah Shier
(Witness) CensusCpl. Norman Victor Shier Brethour appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of John Brethour in Carleton, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
(Witness) CensusCpl. Norman Victor Shier Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of John Brethour in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Occupation*Cpl. Norman Victor Shier Brethour was a farmer in 1915. 
(Witness) CensusHe appeared on the census of 1916 in the household of John Brethour in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Milit-Beg*Cpl. Norman Victor Shier Brethour began military service on 10 January 1916 in Winnipeg, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.
Fact 1*Corporal Norman Victor Shier Brethour fought during the Battle of Passchendaele in Belgium during WW1. He was wounded but returned to Canada in 1918. Refer to Canadiangreatwarproject.com. 
Census*He appeared on the census of 1921 in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Death*He died on 19 November 1951 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, at age 63. 

Olive Brethour

F, b. 18 January 1900, d. 18 June 1946
FatherRichard Wesley Brethour b. 1 Aug 1855, d. 30 Dec 1944
MotherElizabeth Marriott b. 18 May 1855, d. 11 Jan 1930
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited22 Feb 2023
Birth*Olive Brethour was born on 18 January 1900 in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada; Registration No. 1900-007902. 
She was the daughter of Richard Wesley Brethour and Elizabeth Marriott
(Witness) CensusOlive Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Richard Wesley Brethour in Hamiota, Winnigeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
(Witness) CensusOlive Brethour appeared on the census of 2 July 1906 in the household of Richard Wesley Brethour in Twps. 13, 14 and 15, Ranges 23 and 24, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
(Witness) CensusOlive Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Richard Wesley Brethour in Twp. 13, Range 24, W1, Hamiota, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Married Name As of 2 April 1936,her married name was Cave. 
Marriage*Olive Brethour married George William Cave on 2 April 1936 in Hamiota, Winnigeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.1 
Death*Olive Brethour died on 18 June 1946 at age 46. 
Burial*She was buried in Hamiota Cemetery, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.
Photo: Canadianheadstones.com

Family

George William Cave b. 1902, d. 1984

Citations

  1. [S90] Manitoba, Marriage Index 1881 - 1937, online \.

Orvan Lloyd Brethour

M, b. 27 January 1925, d. 3 May 2005
FatherClarence Hoyle Brethour b. 28 Aug 1898, d. 8 Jul 1973
MotherReta Melva Alcock b. 18 Jan 1901, d. 1 Dec 1975
Relationships6th great-grandson of Hans Adam Scheier
6th cousin of Roger Allan Shier
7th cousin of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Last Edited12 Jan 2022
Birth*Orvan Lloyd Brethour was born on 27 January 1925 in Ontario, Canada
He was the son of Clarence Hoyle Brethour and Reta Melva Alcock
Marriage*Orvan Lloyd Brethour married Elva Doreen Lapp, daughter of Leslie Harriss Lapp and Laura Pauline Croxall
Death*Orvan Lloyd Brethour died on 3 May 2005 in Ontario, Canada, at age 80. 
Burial*He was buried in Uxbridge Twp., Uxbridge Cemetery, Uxbridge, Ontario County, Ontario, Canada.
Source: Bev Dowson
Findagrave Mem# 144445864

Family

Elva Doreen Lapp b. 7 June 1927, d. 21 March 2018

Oscar Bernard Brethour

M, b. 18 December 1877, d. 22 February 1960
FatherJohn Brethour b. 1 May 1847, d. 15 Jul 1931
MotherSarah Shier b. 17 May 1852, d. 1914
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
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 Edited4 Apr 2015
Birth*Oscar Bernard Brethour was born on 18 December 1877 in Ontario, Canada
He was the son of John Brethour and Sarah Shier
(Witness) CensusOscar Bernard Brethour appeared on the census of 1881 in the household of John Brethour in Georgina Twp., York County, Ontario, Canada
(Witness) CensusOscar Bernard Brethour appeared on the census of 1891 in the household of John Brethour in Carleton, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
(Witness) CensusOscar Bernard Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of John Brethour in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Census*Oscar Bernard Brethour appeared on the census of 1911 in Township 5, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
CensusHe appeared on the census of 1916 in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
(Witness) CensusHe appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of John Brethour in Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Death*Oscar Bernard Brethour died on 22 February 1960 at age 82. 
Burial*He was buried in Miami Cemetery, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.
Photo: Amy Hickmott
Canadianheadstones.com

Pvt. Oscar Raymond Brethour

M, b. 15 July 1894, d. 21 August 1917
FatherRichard Wesley Brethour b. 1 Aug 1855, d. 30 Dec 1944
MotherElizabeth Marriott b. 18 May 1855, d. 11 Jan 1930
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
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited16 Jan 2021
Birth*Pvt. Oscar Raymond Brethour was born on 15 July 1894 in Oak River, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
He was the son of Richard Wesley Brethour and Elizabeth Marriott
(Witness) CensusPvt. Oscar Raymond Brethour appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of Richard Wesley Brethour in Hamiota, Winnigeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
(Witness) CensusPvt. Oscar Raymond Brethour appeared on the census of 2 July 1906 in the household of Richard Wesley Brethour in Twps. 13, 14 and 15, Ranges 23 and 24, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada
Milit-Beg*Pvt. Oscar Raymond Brethour began military service on 12 December 1916 in Winnipeg, Winnipeg Metropolitan Region, Manitoba, Canada.
Fact 1War Diaries, 27th Battalion, Manitoba Regiment, Aug 1, 1917 through Aug. 22, 1917.

Aug. 1, 1917
: Battalion in billets at Bully Grenay. Weather dull with rain. Wind, West.

Aug. 2, 1917
: Battalion in billets in Bully Grenay. Weather dull with rain. Wind, West. Company lectures to N.C.O’s and men.

Aug. 3, 1917:
Battalion in billets in Bully Grenay. Weather dull with rain. Wind West.

Aug. 4, 1917
: Battalion in billets in Bully Grenay. Weather changeable – showery. Wind West. Battalion move to BOUVIGNY_BOUEFFLES, starting at 5:P.M. Operation Order No. 175 for move to BOUVIGNEY_BOUEFFLES. Trench Strength of Battalion 817 in all ranks.

Aug. 5, 1917. Battalion in BOUVIGNEY_BOUEFFLES. Weather fair. Wind N.E.. One N.C.O. and ten men reported Town Major. Inspection for shortages.

Aug. 6, 1917: Battalion in BOUVIGNEY_BOUEFFLES. Weather dull. Heavy showers. Wind N.E. Training Parade cancelled on account of weather.
                    Honours & Awards
Abstracts from London Gazette No. 30107, dated 1.8.17.
               Mentioned in Dispatches:
               
Major H. J. Riley      Major F. M. Steel, DSO
               Major W. H. Collins, MC      Major E. C. Complin
               71398 Pte. Hunter, G. G.

Aug. 7, 1917: Battalion in BOUVIGNEY_BOUEFFLES. Weather fair. Wind West. Training carried out by companies. Pay Parade.

Aug. 8, 1917: Battalion in BOUVIGNEY_BOUEFFLES. Thunder and lightning. Storm in evening. Wind, mild, south. Bathing parade. Usual training by companies.

Aug. 9, 1917. Battalion in BOUVIGNEY_BOUEFFLES. Battalions move to front line, relieving 18th and 19th Battalions of 4th Brigade. Relief complete 4:25 AM. Operation Order No. 176 for relief of 18th & 19th Battalions. Weather fair, Wind South.

Aug. 10, 1917. Battalion in Front Line LAURENT SECTOR. Weather fair. Wind South. Day quiet. Garrison employed on repairing front line, and improving cellars in rear.

Aug. 11, 1917: Battalion in Front Line LAURENT SECTOR. Weather changeable _ showery. Wind S.W. Heavy bombardment in afternoon between 4:30 and 5:30, otherwise quiet. Work on Front Line carried on.

Aug 12, 1917. Battalion in Front Line LAURENT SECTOR. Weather fair. Wind South. Enemy artillery active especially on rear area. Considerable T. M. fire in forward area.

Aug. 13, 1917. Battalion in Front Line LAURENT SECTOR. Weather dull _ Wind South. Enemy artillery active. Patrol of 3 O.Rs. under Lieut. McCormick came in contact with the enemy post of twelve. After severe fighting, our patrol withdrew bringing in Sgt. Lamonde of the patrol, who was severely wounded. Relieved by four Battalions from 4th and 5th Brigades. Relief complete by 4:20 AM. Battalion move to BULLY GRENAY. Operation Order No. 177 for relief by 4th and 5th Canadian Infantry Brigades.

Aug. 14, 1917. Battalion in BULLY GRENAY in billets. Weather cloudy – rain. Wind West. Supplies and Ammunition for full fighting issued. Battalions move to assembly area. CITE ST. PIERRE, starting at 11:15 PM. Operation Order No. 178 for move to CITE ST. PIERRE.

Aug. 15, 1917. Battalion in support in CITE ST. PIERRE. Weather fair. Wind South. Details move to Brigade Training. At BOUVIGNY_BOURFFLES starting at 2 PM.

Aug. 16, 1917: Battalion in support in CITE ST. PIERRE. Weather fair. Wind South. Training Company carried on training according to schedule at BOUVIGNY.

Aug. 17, 1917: Battalion in support in CITE ST. PIERRE. Weather bright and sunny. Wind S.W.

Aug. 18, 1917. Battalion in support in CITE ST. PIERRE. Weather fair. Wind West. Battalion move to Front Line relieving portion of 4th Brigade, as per Operation Order No. 129. Trench Strength , 550 all Ranks.

Aug. 19, 1917
: Battalion in Front Line, Chicory Trench, LAURENT SECTOR. Weather fair. Wind S.W. Intermittent barrages put over by enemy before dawn. Morning quiet. Enemy artillery again active in afternoon. Instructions for Offensive attached.

Aug. 20, 1917. Battalion in Front Line, Chicory Trench, LAURENT SECTOR. Weather fair, Wind South. Enemy artillery very active, except in morning. Careful reconnaissance of position made by all Companies by day and night.

Aug. 21, 1917. . Battalion in Front Line, Chicory Trench, LAURENT SECTOR. Weather fair. Wind South. Zero hour set for 4:35 AM. White tape placed for jumping off position, and Companies assembled
in fighting formation; A on right, B in centre and C on left, D Company in support. Before 3 a.m. enemy artillery active, apparently expecting trouble. Barrage came down at 4:35 A.M., well placed and very heavy. Centre Company, after heavy fighting, held up by concrete strong-point. Other Companies got through, but with very heavy casualties. 50th Battalion in right did not get up. 29th Battalion on left got to objective on our immediate left, but could not establish themselves on the rest of their sector. Reserve Company sent up immediately to support centre and right Companies, and Company 28th called on to replace them in Support. Severe hand to hand fighting kept up all day. Spirit of Officers and Men superb. The Huns thrown back at every attempted counter attack. Before noon enemy had succeeded in gaining foot-hold on 29th trench, and our left Company had to withdraw to keep in touch. Useless to retain position? on right held by A. Co. and orders issued for withdrawal at dark. In the meantime, bombs and supplies rushed up through 28th Battn. Carrying Party and heavy casualties inflicted on Hun. Well planned and careful withdrawal made after dusk. Succeeded in taking over 40 prisoners and otherwise punishing the enemy. Narratives of Operation attached.

                    CASUALITIES FOR THIS OPERATION

Killed in Action.                     
O. O.P.
          
3 30

Died of Wounds
O. O.R.
7

Wounded
O. O.R.
7 241

Missing
O. O.R.
1 13

Wounded at Duty
O. O.R.
3 6


TOTAL CASUALITIES ALL RANKS = 306

Aug. 22, 1917:
Battalion in Front Line, LAURENT SECTOR. Weather fair. Wind South. Day proved quiet, and a number of parties sent up to clear up battle-field. Wounded all taken out, and dead sent back for burial. Relieved by 116th Battalion. Relief complete by 1.15 AM. Battalion move to billets in FOSSE 10. Operation Order No. 180 for relief by 116th Battalion. Report on Operation attached. Temporary Defence Scheme Attached. 
Death*He died on 21 August 1917 at age 23. 
Burial*He was buried in Vimy Memorial, Pas de Calais, France
Fact 1*Oscar Raymond Brethour is remembered on Page 207 of the First World War Book of Remembrance in the Peace Tower, Ottawa, Canada.
(Witness) Fact 1He witnessed the Fact 1 of David Brethour; David Brethour and Elizabeth Jane Shier lost 3 grandchildren during WWI. They were Pvt. Oscar Raymond Brethour, Pvt. Hector WIlson Brethour and Pvt. Sydney Archie Hern. 

Pearl Alexandria Brethour

F, b. 1914, d. 2001
FatherMichael Brethour b. 8 Sep 1865, d. 27 Mar 1927
MotherMaggie MAUD Hunt b. 7 Feb 1885, d. 11 Jan 1919
Relationships5th great-granddaughter of Hans Adam Scheier
2nd cousin 1 time removed of Roger Allan Shier
6th cousin 1 time removed of Keith Reginald Shier
ChartsHans Adam Schrier (1673 - 1758)
Descendants of Richard Shier (1796 - 1877) and Catherine Shier
Last Edited1 Jul 2023
Birth*Pearl Alexandria Brethour was born in 1914. 
She was the daughter of Michael Brethour and Maggie MAUD Hunt
(Witness) CensusPearl Alexandria Brethour appeared on the census of 1921 in the household of Michael Brethour in Blanshard Twp., Perth County, Ontario, Canada
Married Name As of 4 January 1936,her married name was Brine. 
Marriage*Pearl Alexandria Brethour married Oscar Rufus Brine on 4 January 1936 in Usborne Twp., Huron County, Ontario, Canada
Death*Pearl Alexandria Brethour died in 2001. 

Family

Oscar Rufus Brine b. 10 April 1900, d. 1985
Child