Our Maritime Ties
Alton Everett Atkinson
1881 - 1951 (69 years)1. Alton Everett Atkinson was born 19 Dec 1881, Fort Lawrence, , New Brunswick, Canada; died 27 Nov 1951, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada. Other Events:
- AltBirth: 19 Dec 1882
Alton married Edith Alberta Goodwin 20 Mar 1912, Baie Verte, Westmorland, New Brunswick, Canada. Edith (daughter of George Brander Goodwin and Florence Sarah Turner) was born 15 Jun 1889, Baie Verte, Westmorland, New Brunswick, Canada; died 10 May 1951, Fort Lawrence, , New Brunswick, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 2. Gladys Lillian Atkinson was born 3 Jul 1914, Amherst Shore, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 19 Jul 1994, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada.
- 3. George Robert Sinclair Atkinson was born 9 Jun 1921, Wentworth, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 25 Apr 2011, Upper Nappan, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada.
Generation: 2
2. Gladys Lillian Atkinson (1.Alton1) was born 3 Jul 1914, Amherst Shore, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 19 Jul 1994, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada. Gladys married Charles Ralph Trenholm 18 Sep 1935, Fort Lawrence, , New Brunswick, Canada. Charles (son of Charles Ritchie Trenholm and Blanche Smith) was born 28 Dec 1914, Fort Lawrence, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 30 Oct 2003, Upper Nappan, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 4. Charles Winston Trenholm was born 10 Sep 1939, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 13 Sep 1939.
- 5. Mary Elizabeth Trenholm
- 6. Patricia Rose Trenholm
- 7. David Ritchie Trenholm
- 8. Pauline Anne Trenholm
- 9. Joyce Lillian Trenholm
3. George Robert Sinclair Atkinson (1.Alton1) was born 9 Jun 1921, Wentworth, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 25 Apr 2011, Upper Nappan, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada. Other Events:
- Misc: granddauther Kathleen
- Occupation: dairy farmer, employee of Maritime Sod Farm
- Residence: Apr 2011, Fort Lawrence, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Obituary: 27 Apr 2011, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Chronicle Herald
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Obituary:
Obituary
Robert (Bob) Atkinson
(June 9, 1921 - April 25, 2011)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of G. Robert (Bob) Atkinson, 89, Fort Lawrence, on Monday, April 25, 2011 at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre in Upper Nappan, with his family by his side. Born in Wentworth, NS he was the son of the late Alton and Edith (Goodwin) Atkinson. Bob was a well known dairy farmer, taking over and continuing to farm the Atkinson lands which they have occupied since 1774. He was actively involved in numerous farming organizations during his career. In his later years, Bob worked for Maritime Sod Farm Ltd. An avid gardener, his family appreciated the many vegetables and fruits he provided over the years. Bob was a member of the Fort Lawrence United Church providing leadership and was instrumental in integrating its congregation to Trinity St. Stephen’s United Church. Bob’s church service continued on the Property and Trustee committees. Bob was the custodian and manager of the Fort Lawrence Cemetery Trust. He derived great pleasure while singing with the Amherst Barbershop Chorus and quartet. In his younger years Bob and his lifetime friends entertained musically at community dances and later on passed the time by playing his many fiddles as well as listening to his old time music. His love of music and the ability to play brought him much comfort following the tragic death of the love of his life Kathleen. The family history was kept alive by his great story telling. Everyone who knew him benefited from his knowledge. A true mentor, he imparted his wisdom and life learned skills on to his beloved grandchildren which will never be forgotten. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his son, Clayton (Shirley) Atkinson, Truro, NS; daughter, Edith (Barry) Helm, Fort Lawrence, NS; beloved grandchildren, Darah, Andrew, Janet, Robert, Richard, Justin and Kathleen; special friend, Rhoda Allen; as well as several nieces, nephews and extended family. Besides his parents, Bob was predeceased by his wife the former, Kathleen Elaine Trueman in 1985; and sister, Gladys Trenholm. His remains are resting in Campbell’s Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst (667-9906) with visiting on Thursday, April 28, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be celebrated on Friday at 2:00 p.m. from Campbell’s Chapel, with Rev. Marion Lloy officiating. Reception to follow. Interment will take place in the Fort Lawrence Cemetery. Donations in Bob’s memory may be sent to the Cumberland County Hospice/Palliative Care Society or charity of your choice. The family would like to acknowledge and thank White Birches, Northumberland Hall and Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre medical unit for the wonderful care provided to our dad. On-line condolences may be sent to the family via: www.campbellsamherst.caGeorge married Kathleen Elaine Trueman 23 Jun 1948, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. Kathleen was born 18 Feb 1926, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 27 Jan 1985, Glenholme, , Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Fort Lawrence Cemetery, Fort Lawrence, , Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]
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Generation: 3
4. Charles Winston Trenholm (2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) was born 10 Sep 1939, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 13 Sep 1939. 5. Mary Elizabeth Trenholm (2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) Mary married Elmore Cecil Gilroy [Group Sheet]
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6. Patricia Rose Trenholm (2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) Patricia married Carl Malcolm MacEachern [Group Sheet]
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7. David Ritchie Trenholm (2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) David married Donna Elizabeth Forsythe [Group Sheet]
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8. Pauline Anne Trenholm (2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) Pauline — Wayne Hicks. [Group Sheet]
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9. Joyce Lillian Trenholm (2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) Joyce married David Ross Baughan [Group Sheet]
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10. Clayton Robert Atkinson (3.George2, 1.Alton1) Clayton married Betty Milligan [Group Sheet]
Children:
Clayton — Shirley ?. [Group Sheet]
11. Edith Elaine Atkinson (3.George2, 1.Alton1) Edith married Dennis Barry Helm [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 25. Andrew Scott Helm
- 26. Justin Robert Helm
Generation: 4
12. Katherine Elizabeth Gilroy (5.Mary3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 13. Richard Philip Gilroy (5.Mary3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 14. Charlene Anne Gilroy (5.Mary3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 15. Sherry Lynn MacEachern (6.Patricia3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 16. Troy David Trenholm (7.David3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 17. Tanya Dawn Trenholm (7.David3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 18. Vernon Ralph Hicks (8.Pauline3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 19. Alisha Anne Baughan (9.Joyce3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) 20. Natasha Lee Baughan (9.Joyce3, 2.Gladys2, 1.Alton1) Natasha married Kevin William Patterson (son of Kevin Earl Patterson and Marjorie Faye Allen) [Group Sheet]
Children:
21. Darah Jean Atkinson (10.Clayton3, 3.George2, 1.Alton1) 22. Janet Lynn Atkinson (10.Clayton3, 3.George2, 1.Alton1) 23. Robert Roy Atkinson (10.Clayton3, 3.George2, 1.Alton1) 24. Richard Allan Atkinson (10.Clayton3, 3.George2, 1.Alton1) 25. Andrew Scott Helm (11.Edith3, 3.George2, 1.Alton1) 26. Justin Robert Helm (11.Edith3, 3.George2, 1.Alton1)