Tag Archives: Simpson family

Girl from Fenelon Falls

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Gary

No hints about this young woman other than that the ears look like those in other photos and may be of the Simpson family.  Photo taken in Fenelon Falls, Ontario which is not far from Millbrook and from the Peterborough … Continue reading →

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Who is “Aunt Minnie”?

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Gary

In 1909 Durward Simpson (1902-1981), youngest son of Helen Thornton and Hugh Simpson, receives a post card from Aunt Minnie.  In it she tells Durward he is now old enough to write to her and asks him if he get … Continue reading →

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War medals of Ray Simpson

Posted on July 18, 2010 by Gary

Ray Simpson (1889-1921), born in Myrtle Ontario and lived in Saskatchewan, served in World War 1 and saw more than two years service in France.  He received two medals for his gallantry, the British Military Cross (received for his actions … Continue reading →

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Percy Simpson (1883-1901)

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Gary

Percy Simpson (1883-1901), the son of Hugh Simpson (1858-1944) and Helen Thornton (1860-1932), died at a young age due to an infection resulting from a minor cut.  Not much is known about this time but we have a photo as … Continue reading →

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