man‎George Little‏‎, son of John Little and Mary Geoghegan‏.
Born ‎Jul 1803 Collooney, Sligo, Ireland, died ‎17 Mar 1899 Mono Township, Ontario, Canada‎, 95 years, buried ‎20 Mar 1899 Forest Lawn Cem. Orangeville
Died at Elba, on Friday, March 17th, George Little, aged 95 years and 8 months. The funeral will take place from his late residence, Lot 25, Centre Road, Mono, at 12 o'clock, noon, on Monday, the 20th inst, to the Forest Lawn Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.

The late George Little, of Mono, was born near the town of Colooney, County Sligo, Ireland, in the month of July in the year 1803. He emigrated to Canada in 1832 and immediately afterwards worked for a time as foreman upon the first sewage drains constructed in Toronto and subsequently upon the Welland Canal, which was in course of construction about that time. In the year 1836, the emigrant came north to the township of Mono, making the long journey from Toronto on foot and carrying on his back, a large pot which was to be the chief cooking utensil in his future home. In the same year, he was married to a daughter of James Barber of Caledon, and the newly married couple settled down to the stern realities of pioneer life upon the west half lot 5, Centre Road, Mono (owned and occupied by Mr. George Leighton). With the following years came the Mackenzie Rebellion and Mr. Little, in common with other loyal subjects throughout the country was commanded to repair to Toronto, there to be ready to assist in quelling the rebellion. In obedience to the summons, Mr. Little left his wife and infant child in the little Mono clearing and repaired to the capital of the Province. However, the trouble was soon over and it was not long until he was able to return home. As a memento of the stormy times of this period, Mr. Little always retained the rifle which he then used. He was an expert marksman and with this weapon could bring down with unerring aim the game with which the woods abounded. The forests then were full of danger for both bears and wolves were numerous. In one summer Mr. Little shot ten deer and two bears. Neighbours in those early days were few and far between and Mr. Little frequently journeyed into Amaranth, Mulmur, Adjala and Caledon to help the settlers erect their log houses. A man named Newton ran a small grist mill in what is now the town of Orangeville. The mill had no smutter and consequently smut and other rubbish as well as the wheat was turned into flour. The first wheat sown by Mr. Little, he carried on his back, a bag at a time, from Mr. Thomas Buchanan's farm, lot 15, 4th line, East Mono. Toronto was the chief market for the produce of the farm and he frequently made the trip with a team of oxen. The round trip took almost a week and in winter time provender for the oxen made up a good part of the load.

In 1871, Mr. Little moved across the Centre Road to the farm now occupied by Mr. Noah Dunning and in 1876 again moved to the east half lot 25, Centre Road, Mono. His first wife died in 1847 and he was subsequently married to Miss Martha Kempt. After the death of his second wife, he was again married to Miss Hannah Crombie of Amaranth, by whom he is survived. Seven of a family also survive, namely, Mrs. William Jackson of Mono, Mrs. M. Wilkins and Mrs. John Barefoot of Orangeville, Mrs. James Carson, St. Vincent, Mrs. Gilbert Carson, Ottawa and William and George, Prince of Wales Road Mono. The late Mr. Little was an ardent Orangeman and has been a member of L.O.L. no 22, Garafraxa almost since its inception. Many were the anecdotes which he could relate, concerning the meetings of the lodge in Sam Montgomery's house on the Blind line. He was a staunch Conservative, but nevertheless did not follow his party blindly, but was an earnest thinker upon the questions of the day and advised those about him to think for themselves.

One of his doctrines was that there should be more farmers and fewer professional men in Parliament. Being a man of energy as well as integrity, Mr. Little was naturally qualified for municipal office and it is a tribute to his sterling worth that he was a member of Mono Council for seventeen years. He was one of the members of the council of the "four Georges", which for several years guided the affairs of the township. The "Georges" were George Snell, George McManus, George Harshaw and the subject of our sketch, and many electors voted for these as a regular ticket, picking the fifth man from the remaining candidates. Mr. Little was also a Justice of the Peace and it is also noteworthy that he served as constable under the late Rev. Mr. Lewis, for a considerable time, while that gentleman was minister, magistrate and storekeeper at Mono Mills. The late Mr. Little was as stated in our last issue a man of frugal and industrious habits and as a result of his industry, has owned at one time or another 900 acres of land in Mono, 100 acres in Mulmur and two lots in Orangeville. He retired from the active duties of life in 1888, when he sold his farm to his son George. For the past four years he had been constantly confined to his house. His death, which took place on Friday, the 17th, inst., was due to gangrene of the foot. He was a member of St. Mark's church for upwards of half a century and his pastor, Rev. Canon Henderson, conducted the service at the grave. Rev. W.A. Grahame, of Shelburne, officiated at the house and preached a very fine sermon from the subject, "When Christ who is our Life shall appear, we shall appear with him in Glory."

-W. J. Carson
Ottawa

The Orangeville Banner - August 5, 1937, Pg 1, Col 4: MEMBERS OF LITTLE FAMILY HOLD THEIR EIGHTH REUNION
The eighth Reunion of the descendants of George Little was held at Stanley Park, Erin, on Saturday, July 31st, 1937, with an attendance of 175. An enjoyable afternoon of games and races was held, ending up with a picnic supper. Gifts of travelling rugs, donated by Mr. Hugh Carson, of Ottawa (Honorary President) were given to Mrs. Hannah Little, of Orangeville, and Mrs. Jane Little, of Toronto, and to Mrs. D. H. Huggins, of Beamsville, who is the oldest living descendant of Geo. Little, and a set of baby harness to the youngest Little descendant at the Reunion, Baby Shirley Bellerby, of Shelburne, just three weeks old. The W. J. Carson Memorial Cup, donated at each Reunion by Mrs. W. J. Carson, of Ottawa, for 100 yard dash, boys 16-20 was won by Jack Embrey, of Toronto. The officers elected at the business meeting were: - Honorary President, Mr. Hugh Carson, Ottawa; President, Mr. Joseph G. Little, Shelburne; Vice-President, Mr. Douglas Grierson, Toronto; Secrertary-Treasurer, Miss Edith L. Carson, Toronto; Conveners of the Table Committee, Mrs. Herb. Lindsay, Shelburne, Mrs. Ernest Baker, Toronto; Sports Committee, Mr. Gib. Richardson (convener) Shelburne, Mrs. Frank Turner, Orangeville, Mr. Albert Little, Shelburne, Mr. Tom Little, Orangeville, Mr. Edmund Stinson, Orangeville,

The next Reunion will be held on July 1st, 1939, at the Hockley.


1st Annual Little Reunion (Post War)
The first post-war reunion of the descendants of George and Alice Barber Little and Martha Kemp Horner Little was held at Woodside Lodge, Hockley Valley on Civic Holiday, August 7, 1950 with 234 people registered.

A bountiful dinner was served at noon and sports, under the direction of Walter and George Little, were carried off during the afternoon, while many happy reminiscences were sandwiched in between.

The Little families, famous for their twins, had a goodly number of them present, among whom were Jas. Little, of Camilla, and Robt. Little, of Toronto; George and Leslie Little, of Shelburne; Mrs. Herb Elgie and Miss Hazel Buchanan, of R.R.2 Mono Centre; Lorna and Irene Horner, of Primrose; Edwin Horner, of Primrose, whose twin is not living; Mrs. Gordon Laverty, of Glen Cross, whose twin was unable to be present and Morris Little of Primrose, whose twin was also unable to be present.

The prize for the oldest member present went to Mr. Jas. Horner, of R.R.2 Mono Centre, that for the youngest member to Heather Ione Horner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Horner, of Primrose, and for the person coming the greatest distance especially for the Reunion, to Miss Kay Grierson, of New York City.

During the business session, in charge of Mr. Jos. G. Little, it was decided to hold the next reunion at the Woodside Lodge on Civic Holiday in 1951, and the following officers were elected to take charge: President, Mr. Douglas Grierson, Toronto; Secretary, Mr. Norris Swaffield, Toronto; Sports Committee, Walter Little, George Little and Wallace Elgie; Table Committee, Mrs. Frank Turner, Mrs. Fred Taylor and Mrs. Gordon Laverty.

Although the name Little is common in Mono township it was noted that of the 78 families registered only 12 bore the name of Little, or about 15%.


1960 Annual Little Reunion
Descendants of the late George Little, a pioneer of Mono, held their re-union in the Community Hall at Mono Centre on Civic Holiday, August 3rd. More than 145 were in attendance to enjoy the get-together of the clan, and about 50 members attended a dinner serverd by Mrs. Greta Brown and her committee.

In the afternoon young and old participated in a program of sports which was highlighted by a tug0of-war which was judged a draw.

Mrs. Mary Taylor was the outstanding athlete and captured most of the first-prize awards. This sports program was conducted by Walter Little and Tom Caton, assisted by a few of the juniors.

Supper was prepared by the ladies and about 120 sat down to a fine meal. The decorated table was reserved for members of 70 years and over, eight of the senior relatives being seated at the table of honour.

A business meeting follwed with the president, William RIchardson in the chair. Two minutes silence was observed for two members who had died during the past year, namely George Wood, Richmond Hill and rs. Kate Allen of Primrose. Many of the re-union due to illness and they were each sent a remembrance from the relatives.

Prizes were distributed in a lucky draw made by Joseph Little and first prize was won by Mrs. Glads Melen and second prize by Douglas Buchanan.

Officers for the coming year are as follows: William RIchardson, president; Ruth Dermott, secretary; Alwin Swaffield, treasurer; Walter Little, sports committee; Greta Brown, Ruth Swaffield and Violet Elgie, lunch committee.

According to the clan statistics, there were 12 births, two marriages and two deaths among the members during the year. Oldest member at the re-union was William Grierson, 89 and dthe oldest couple present was Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Little of Shelburne. Members coming from the greatest distance were Mr. and Mrs. Carl Shaw of St. Thomas, Ontario.


13th Annual Little Reunion (Aug 1955)
More that 100 members of the "Little Reunion", one of the oldest families in the Shelburne district, gathered for the 13th annual reunion, at Stanley Park, Erin, on August 1st. A lunch was served at noon, in the pavilion, with entertainment, by Mrs. Elwood Hill and family, of Shelburne.

A lively and enjoyable afternoon of sports followed with everyone joining in the fun.

The oldest lady present was Mrs. Fred Buchanan, of Mono Centre, aged 81 years. A prize went to Mrs. Ernie Horner, of Shelburne, for having the largest family, 9 children. The newest bride and groom were Mr. and Mrs. Earl Smith of Barrie. The person coming the longest distance was Mr. Albert Markle, of Mayerthorpe, Alberta. The youngest child was the 18-day-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown, of Mono Centre. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Buchanan won the prize for the oldest married couple having been married for 58 years. The oldest gentleman present was Mr. Jim Stinson of Orangeville, aged 87 years old. Mrs. Jim Dowkes had 4 generations present in her family at the reunion: Mrs. Aggie Dowkes, Mrs. Laura McLear, Mrs. Wilma Dinsmore, Robert Dinsmore all of Owen Sound.

A draw was held for a set of dishes, donated by president Douglas Grierson, of Toronto. The dishes were won by Miss Zelpha Ann Williams, of Bradford.

At the business meeting the names of 4 members of the family who died during the past year were read: Mrs. Rebecca Bellerby, of Shelburne; Mr. Robert Thackeray of Detroit; Mr. Robert John Bailey of Shelburne; Mr. James Horner of Mono Centre.

The president for the coming year is Douglas Grierson of Toronto. The secretary-treasurer is Norris Swaffield of Toronto.

A delicious supper concluded a very enjoyable day.


14th Annual Little Reunion
A reunion of the descendants of the late George Little, Alice Barber Little and Martha Kemp (Horner) Little was held on Civic Holiday at Springwater Park, Midhurst. Around 125 people were in attendance.

The sports programme was arranged by Messrs. George Little and Walter Little, of Shelburne. It was thoroughly enjoyed by all. During the programme a number of prizes were distributed for various events. Since the last reunion, 15 births in the clan have been registered.

The oldest lady present was Mrs. Fred Buchanan, 82 of Mono Centre, while the oldest man was Mr. Wm. Grierson, 85 of Meaford. The mother of the largest family was Mrs. Ernie Horner, of Shelburne, with 9 children present. The youngest baby registered was Catherine Elizabeth Galbraith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Galbraith, of Orton. the most recently married couple there were Mr. and Mrs. Harold Markle, of Barrie. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Buchanan, of Mono Centre took the honours for being the longest married couple present. They have been married 59 years.

Bobby Scammell, of Meaford was the lucky winner of the draw on a set of dishes donated by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Buchanan. The prize for the woman having the greatest number of grandchildren living went to Mrs. R. J. Little, of Orangeville. She has 21. Mr. Joe Little of Shelburne, honorary president, won the prize for a quiz on the life of the late George Little, who was founder of the reunion. Mr. Ferguson, of Newmarket, won a special birthday prize.

The persons who held office for this year were re-elected for another year. The president is Mr. Douglas Grierson, of Toronto. The secretary-treasurer is Norris Swaffield, of Toronto.


002349-82 (Dufferin Co.) George LITTLE, 73, farmer, Ireland, Mono, s/o John LITTLE & Mary LITTLE, married Hannah DUNLOP, 60, Scotland, Amaranth, d/o Thomas CRUMBY & Mary CRUMBY, wtn: Jane M TURNBULL & Thomas CUMMINGS? both of Shelburne, on Dec 27, 1882, at Shelburne

George LITTLE of Mono & Martha HORNER, widow, of Adjala, at Adjala, on April 6, 1848, by license, wtn: William McFADDEN & Isaac CURREY, by Alexander Lewis Presbyterian Minister
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Shelburne Free Press - March 23, 1899:
On Friday, March 17th, George Little, a prominent pioneer farmer of Mono, passed away at the patriarchal age of 97 years. It is 63 years ago that deceased left Ireland and three years later came to Mono where he settled and has since remained. Mr. Little was three times married, his third wife surviving him, also a family of seven sons and daughters.

OBITUARY FROM THE ORANGEVILLE BANNER MARCH 1899
George Little -The late George Little, of Mono, was born near the town of Colooney, County Sligo, Ireland in the month of July in the year 1803. He emigrated to Canada in 1832 and immediately afterwards worked for a time as foreman upon the first sewage drains constructed in Toronto and subsequently upon the Welland Canal, which was in course of construction about that time. In the year 1836 the emigrant came north to the township of Mono, making the journey from Toronto on foot and carrying on his back a large pot which was the chief cooking utensil in his future home. In the same year he was married to a daughter of James Barber, of Caledon, and the newly married couple settled down to the stern realities of pioneer life upon the west half of lot 5, Centre Road, Mono, the fine farm now owned and occupied by Mr. George Leighton. With the following years came the Mackenzie Rebellion and Mr. Little, in common with other loyal subjects throughout the country, was commanded to repair to Toronto, there to be ready to assist in quelling the rebellion. In obedience to the summons, Mr. Little left his wife and infant child in the little Mono clearing and repaired to the capital of the Province. However, the trouble was soon over and it was not long until he was able to return home. As a memento of the stormy times of this period Mr. Little always retained the rifle which he then used. He was an expert marksman and with this weapon could bring down with unerring aim the game with which the woods abounded. The forest then were full of danger for both bears and wolves were numerous. In one summer Mr. Little shot ten deer and two bears. Neighbors in those early days were few and far between and Mr. Little frequently journeyed into Amaranth, Mulmur, Adjala and Caledon to help the settler erect their log houses. A man named Newton ran a small grist mill in what is now the town of Orangeville. The mill had no smutter and consequently smut and other rubbish as well as the wheat was turned into flour. The first wheat sown by Mr. Little he carried on his back, a bag at a time, from Thos. Buchanan's farm, Lot 15, 4th line, East Mono. Toronto was the chief market for the produce of the farm and he frequently made the trip with a team of oxen. The round trip took almost a week and in winter time provender for the oxen made up a good part of the load. In 1871 Mr. Little moved across the Centre Road to the farm now occupied by Mr. Noah Dunning and in 1876 again moved to the east half lot 25, Centre Road, Mono. His first wife died in 1847 and he was subsequently married to Miss Martha Kemp. After the death of his second wife he was married to Miss Hannah Crombie, of Amaranth, by whom he is survived. Seven of a family also survive, namely, Mrs. Wm. Jackson, of Mono; Mrs. M. Wilkins and Mrs. John Barefoot, Orangeville,; Mrs. James Carson, St. Vincent; Mrs. Gilbert Carson, Ottawa, and William and George, Prince of Wales Road, Mono. The late Robt. Little, of Mono, and Mrs. John Barefoot, of Garafraxa, are also his sons and daughters. The late Mr. Little was an ardent Orangeman and has been a member of L.O.L. No. 22 Garafraxa, almost since its inception. Many were the anecdotes which he could relate, concerning the meetings of the lodge in Sam Montgomery's house on the B line. He was a staunch Conservative, but nevertheless did not follow his party blindly, but was an earnest thinker upon the questions of the day and advised those about him to think for themselves. One of his doctrines was that there should be more farmers and fewer professional men in Parliament. Being a man of energy as well as integrity, Mr. Little was naturally qualified for municipal office and it is a tribute to his sterling worth that he was a member of Mono Council for seventeen years. He was one of the member of the council of the "four Georges" which for several years guided the affairs of the township. The "Georges" were George Snell, George McManus, George Harshaw and the subject of our sketch, and many electors voted for these as a regular ticket, picking the fifth man from the remaining candidates. Mr. Little was also a Justice of the Peace and it is also noteworthy that he served as constable under the late Rev. Mr. Lewis, for a considerable time, while that gentleman was minister, magistrate and storekeeper at Mono Mills. The late Mr. Little was, as stated in our last issue, a man of frugal and industrious habits and as a result of his industry had owned at one time or another 900 acres of land in Mono, 100 acres in Mulmur and two lots in Orangeville. He retired from the active duties of life in 1888, when he sold his farm to his son George. For the past four years he has been constantly confined to his house. His death, which took place on Friday, the 17th inst., was due to gangrene of the foot. He was a member of St. Mark's church for upwards of half a century and his pastor, Rev. Canon Henderson, conducted the service at the grave. Rev. W. A. Grahame, of Shelburne, officiated at the house and preached a very fine sermon from the subject, "When Christ, who is our Life, shall Appear, We shall Appear with Him in Glory." - Issue of the Banner in 1899

Died at Con 1 W Lot 25 Mono
The eighth reunion of the descendants of George Little was held at Stanley Park, Erin. Ont with an attendance of 170. "when an enjoyable, afternoon of games and races was followed by a picnic" supper. i Gifts of motor russ were presented to Mrs. William Little, of Orangeviille, and to Mrs. Robert' Litte, of Toronto, both daughters-in-law of George Little, and to the oldest living Little descendant. Mrs. D. Huggins, of Beamsville. A set of baby harness was presented to the youngest Little descendant at the reunion, Shirley Baieily at Shelburne, who was three weeks old. The gifts were all presented by Mr. Hugh Carson, of Ottawa, honorary president. The W. X Carson Memorial Cup given by Mrs. W. J. Carson, of Ottawa, in memory of her husband, who was a grandson of George Little, was won by Jack Embrey, of Toronto, in "100-yard dash for boys from 16 to 20. The officers elected at the business meeting" were: Honorary president, Mr. Hugh Carson, Ottawa: president, Mr. Joseph G. Little, Shelbourne; vice-president. Mr. Douglas Grierson, Toronto; .secretary treasurer, Miss Edith Carson, Toronto. The conveners' of the table, The -convenors rommiuec w,rre Mrs. Herbert Lindsay, Shelburne, and Mrs Ernest Baker, Toronto. The sports committee were Mr. G. Richardson, Shelburne; Mr. Tom Little, Orangeville; Mrs. Clifford Christian, Orangeville; Mr. Albert Little, Shelburne; Mrs. Frank Turner, Orangeville, and Mr. Edmund Stinson, Orangeville. ' .."'

The Ottawa Citizen - Page 6 August 5, 1937

Married ‎Mar 1836 Caledon, Peel, Ontario, Canada (11 years married) to:

womanAlice Francis Barber‏, daughter of James Barber and N.N.‏.
Born ‎Dec 1806 Collooney, Sligo, Ireland, died ‎Dec 1847 Mono Township, Ontario, Canada‎, 40 or 41 years, buried ‎Dec 1847 Forest Lawn Cem. Orangeville
Tombstone in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Orangeville reads:
"In memory of Alice, first wife of George LITTLE, died Dec. 1847 aged 41 years. Native of the County Sligo Ireland. A loving wife a mother dear / A tender parent lieth here; / Great is the loss we here sustain / But hope in heaven to meet again."

Children:

1.
manJohn Little‏
Born ‎16 Mar 1837 Mono Township, Simcoe Ontario, Canada, died ‎15 May 1892 Mono Township, Dufferin Ontario, Canada‎, 55 years
6.John LITTLE was born ABT 1837, and died 15 MAY 1892.

7.Jane MONTGOMERY was born 25 APR 1838, and died 10 MAY 1892. She was the daughter of 14. Samuel Alexander MONTGOMERY and 15. Elizabeth DAY.

Children of Jane MONTGOMERY and John LITTLE are:
i.William James LITTLE was born 26 FEB 1860, and died 4 OCT 1907. He married Caroline MARSHALL 14 FEB 1883. She was born 11 JUN 1860, and died 24 MAY 1928.
ii.Sarah Ann LITTLE was born 24 JUN 1862, and died 11 SEP 1938. She married Henry HUGGINS 25 DEC 1882. He was born 24 FEB 1857, and died 14 APR 1947.
iii.Mary Elizabeth LITTLE was born 15 SEP 1864, and died 24 NOV 1881.
iv.Martha Alice LITTLE was born 2 JAN 1867, and died 11 OCT 1881.
v.John Day LITTLE was born 23 AUG 1872, and died 1946. He married Sarah A. MORRISON ABT 1891. She was born 9 OCT 1871, and died 30 APR 1940.
vi.George Samuel LITTLE was born 1879, and died 29 SEP 1881.
vii.George T. LITTLE was born 1884, and died 19 AUG 1884.
viii.Samuel B. LITTLE was born 1889, and died 1 APR 1891.
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2.
womanSarah Little‏
Born ‎1838 Mono Township, Simcoe Ontario, Canada, died ‎4 Apr 1934 Parkside Private Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada‎, 95 or 96 years, buried ‎Forest Lawn Cem. Orangeville
Matthew WILKINS, 26, Co. Sligo Ireland, Mono, s/o Matthew & Ann WILKINS, married Sarah LITTLE, 18, Mono, same, d/o George & Alice LITTLE, witn; William FORD of Adjala. 24 July, 1858
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(Sarah Little) The late Mrs. Wilkins was a staunch member of the Anglican church, and Rev. H. A. West-McMaster had charge of the funeral services assisted by Rev. Robert Pogue. The pallbearers were Messrs Hugh Carson, Ottawa, Delbert Wilkins and Ernest Baker, Toronto, John Little, Shelburne, and Geo. A. Leighton and E. A. Robinson, Orangeville. The flowerbearers were Edgar Island, Orangeville, and Wilkins Embrey, Toronto. Among the friends here for the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Carson, Ottawa; Mrs. M. Switzer, Mrs. C. H. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs. E. Baker, Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Wilkins, Mrs. Cecil Patterson, Mrs. Barefoot, Mrs. E. Peart, Mr. Wilkins Embrey, a great grandson ,of Toronto and many others.

Toronto Daily Star - April 5, 1934 - DEATHS:
WILKINS - At Parkside Private Hospital, Toronto, Wednesday, April 4, 1934, Sarah Wilkins, in her 96th year, widow of the late Mathew Wilkins, mother of Mrs. M. Switzer, Toronto, and Mrs. W. Richardson, Winnipeg. Funeral Friday April 6th, at Orangeville.

Orangeville Banner - April 12, 1934 - OBITUARY - SARAH LITTLE WILKINS:
The funeral of Mrs. Matthew Wilkins, whose death in Toronto on Wednesday April 4th was briefly noted in last week's Banner, was held from the residence of her son, and the late George Wilkins, Zina street, to the Forest Lawn Cemetery on Friday afternoon, April 6th, when many friends and citizens assembled to pay a last tribute of respect to one who had spent the greater part of her lifetime in Orangeville. The late Mrs. Wilkins, who was in her 94th years was Sarah Little before marriage and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Little of Mono. Her husband who carried on a real estate and insurance business in Orangeville for many years, died about twenty years ago. For the last ten years Mrs. Wilkins had made her home with her daughter in Toronto. She is survived by a family of two sons and two daughter: William and Charles Wilkins, Killarney, Manitoba; Mrs. M. Switzer, Toronto, and Mrs. Will. Richardson, Winnipeg. The late Mrs. Wilkins was a staunch member of the Anglican church and Rev. H. A. West-McMaster had charge of the funeral services assisted by Rev. Robert Pogue. The pallbearers were Messrs. Hugh Carson, Ottawa, Delbert Wilkins and Ernest Baker, Toronto, John Little, Shelburne, and Geo. A. Leighton and E. A. Robinson Orangeville. The flower bearers were Edgar Island,
Orangeville; and Wilkins Embrey, Toronto.

Among the friends here for the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Carson, Ottawa; Mrs. M. Switzer, Mrs. C. H. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs. E. Baker, Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Wilkins, Mrs. Cecil Patterson, Mrs. Barefoot, Mrs. E. Peart, Mr. Wilkins Embrey, a great grandson, all of Toronto and many others.

3.
womanMary Ann Little‏
Born ‎3 Jan 1838 Mono Township, Simcoe, Ontario, Canada, died ‎3 Nov 1924 Mono, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada‎, 86 years, buried ‎Shelburne Cemetery, Melancthon, Ontario, Canada
William JACKSON, 24, York England, West Gwillimbury, s/o Nathan JACKSON & Eliza, married Mary Ann LITTLE, 21, Mono, same, d/o George LITTLE & Martha, witn: James McMASTER & Jane KORNER?, both of Mono, 3 Feb 1860
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Orangeville Banner - November 20, 1924, Mrs. William JACKSON
Shelburne village and Mono Township have laid to rest another of their oldest citizens in the person of Mary Ann Little, relict of the late William Jackson, who died twenty years ago. Deceased, who was born, December 25, 1837 on lot 2 Centre Road, Mono Township, was the daughter of the late George and Alice Little, of Mono. She married William Jackson on December 25, 1853, to which union twelve children were born, six of whom have predeceased her. Those remaining are Nathan and Robert of Shelburne; William of Newton Robinson,; Miss Sarah, Mono Township; Mrs. N. C. Bellerby, Shelburne; Mrs A. Markle, Loverna Sask. She is also survived by one brother William little and Mrs. Sarah Wilkins, of Orangeville; and Mrs. Jas. Carson, of Meaford: also 29 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Since her marriage she lived at lot 25, con. 2, east Mono, until twelve years ago, when she moved to Victoria Street, Shelburne. She died Monday, November 3, at the residence of her daughter, Miss Sarah Jackson, Lot 26, Con. 2, East Mono from wence the funeral took place on Thursday, November 6. The service was conducted at the house and Shelburne Cemetery by Rev. Mr. Hartley of the Anglican Church, Shelburne (of which she was a consistent member), who spoke in glowing terms of the exemplary life which the deceased had lived.
Those attending the funeral from a distance were: Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jackson, Messrs. Leonard and Dalton Jackson, Miss Dorothy Jackson, of Newton Robinson; Miss A. Bertha McGillivary, St. Thomas; Mr. and Mrs. Ansley Swaffield, Mr. and Mrs. Swaffield Sr.; Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Kidney all of Alliston; Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Coleman, Relessey; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Little, Miss Sadie Little, Mrs. Sarah Wilkins, and Mrs. Jas. Ryan, Orangeville; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Halbert of Thornton.
The pallbearers were; John Little, Jos. Little, Robt. Little, James Little, Thos. Little and R. Little all nephews of deceased.

4.
manWilliam James Little‏
Born ‎11 Mar 1840 Mono Township, Simcoe Ontario, Canada, died ‎22 Apr 1932 Mono Township, Dufferin Ontario, Canada‎, 92 years, buried ‎Forest Lawn Cem. Orangeville
1932 - OBITUARY - WILLIAM JAMES LITTLE:
William Little, one of Orangeville's oldest citizens, passed away at his home on West Broadway on Friday, April 22nd, after a short illness from the flu. The late Mr. Little who was a son of George Little and Alice Barber, pioneer settlers in the district, was born on lot 5 Centre Road Mono in 1840, and was therefore 92 years when overtaken by death. In 1868 he was married to Miss Margaret Anne Shaw of Malton, who died six years later. In January, 1879, he married Miss Hannah Twible, who came to Canada from County Monaghan Ireland. Two sons, Arthur George, since deceased and William John now living in Shelburne were born to the first marriage. In the second family there were two sons and three daughters: Margaret Anne, now Mrs. J. M. Stinson, Mono, Robert, of Toronto, James Barber, on the homestead in Mono, Alice Mabel, now Mrs. T. W. Hodgson, Route 3, Orangeville, and Miss S. J. Little, Orangeville all surviving. Mrs. Little is still living and is remarkably bright and active for a woman of her advanced years. Fifty-one years ago Mr. and Mrs. Little moved to lot 19, Prince of Wales Road, where they farmed with marked success for thirty years. Twenty-one years ago they retired and came to live in Orangeville. The late Mr. Little was a quiet industrious man, devoted to his home and family and an excellent neighbor. He was a member of St Mark's Church and staunch Conservative and had been identified with the Orange Order in his earlier life. In addition to his wife and family he is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Matthew Wilkins, of Toronto, 94 years of age and Mrs. James Carson of Meaford who is 90 years.

The funeral, which was a very large one, was held from his late residence to the Forest Lawn Cemetery on Sunday afternoon. Rev. H. A. West-McMaster having charge of the services. The pallbearers were the three sons John, James, and Robert and Messrs. John D. and Joseph Little and George Carson, Edmund Stinson and Harvey Little. Harold Little and Leonard Jackson were the flower bearers. The floral tributes were: Pillow, the family; spray, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Little and family; wreath: Mr. Robert Twible and family; spray, Carson brothers of Ottawa; basket, St Mark's church; basket; Mr. and Mrs. William Armstrong; spray, Mr. and Mrs. John D. Little; basket: Mr. and Mrs. George Wilkins.

Among the friends present from a distance were: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Carson, Mr. and Mrs. George Carson and Mr. James Carson, Ottawa; Miss Ethel Carson, Mrs. Peart, Mrs. Switzer, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Patterson, Miss Mary Barefoot, Mrs. Robert Little, Mr. and Mrs. James Barefoot, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Cruikshank, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Little, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Small, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Twible, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Twible, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Twible, Mr. and Mrs. George Lawson, Mr. Sam McKechnie, Miss Sadie and Master Harold Little, Mr. Harvey Little, Mr. James Barber, Misses Meta Hodgson, Florence Stinson, Alice Embry and Sadie Wilkins and Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Little and Mr. and Mrs. D. Huggins, Beamsville, Leonard Jackson, Newton Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. McGregor Brampton, and Mrs. Jos. Little, Miss Ida Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Little, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Little, Mrs. William Little, Mr. Richardson, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Buchanan, Mr. and Mrs. N. Bellerby, Miss Hazel Buchanan, Mr. Robert Little, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Little and Mr. John Little of Shelburne.

5.
womanAlice Elizabeth Little‏
Born ‎Oct 1842 Mono, Simcoe, Ontario, Canada, died ‎5 Aug 1933 St. Vincent, Grey, Ontario, Canada‎, 90 years, buried ‎7 Aug 1933 Lakeview Cemetery, Meaford, Ontario, Canada

6.
womanEllen Little‏
Born ‎1847 Lot 5, Centre Road, Mono Township, died ‎9 Sep 1922 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada‎, 74 or 75 years, buried ‎Forest Lawn Cem. Orangeville
OBITUARY - ELLEN LITTLE CARSON:
It was with deep regret that her many friends learned of the death of Mrs. Gilbert Carson, who passed away at her home at Ottawa on Saturday the 9th inst. Her death followed a stroke which she suffered a fortnight previously. The late Mrs. Carson possessed many virtues and those who had the good fortune to know her, as the writer did from his boyhood days, can never forget her sterling qualities. Deceased, who had been a highly respected citizen of Ottawa for the last thirty-one years, was born and spent her girlhood on lot 5, Centre Road, Mono. Her maiden name was Ellen Little and she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Little, early settlers of Mono. After her marriage to Gilbert Carson fifty-eight years ago, she came to Orangeville to live and became well and favorably known to the majority of our citizens of that time. Her husband died forty-seven years ago this fall. His widow continued to reside in Orangeville until 1892 when she moved to Ottawa where her sons were already living. Mrs. Carson, who had reached the ripe age of 76 years, was an active woman, endowed with more than the average amount of energy. She took a great interest in the welfare of those about her and was never happier than when helping her neighbors of those who had been visited by sorrow or misfortune. She was held in the highest esteem here and in Ottawa and many were the expressions of sorrow called forth by the news of her demise. She was a member and a regular attendance of Chalmers Presbyterian Church Ottawa. She is survived by three sons, Hugh and George Carson of the Hugh Carson Co. Limited, Ottawa, and W. J. Carson, a painter and decorator in the capital city. Hugh and George Carson were members of the Dufferin lacrosse club in 1885 and later played with the Capitals of Ottawa. Mr. William Little, West Broadway, is a brother and Mrs. M. Wilkins, Zina Street, Mrs. Wm. Jackson of Shelburne, and Mrs. Jas. Carson of Meaford are the surviving sisters. On Sunday night at nine o'clock a service was held at the home of her son Mr. Hugh Carson, 286 McClaren Street, Ottawa, by Rev. J. W. Woodside, pastor of Chalmers' Church. The remains were afterwards taken to the Union Station and conveyed to Toronto and thence to Orangeville for burial. The funeral, which was largely attended was held from the home of her nephew Mr. George Wilkins, Zina Street to the Forest Lawn cemetery, at 2:30 o'clock on Monday afternoon. Services were conducted at the house and grave by Rev. J. H. Turnbull, pastor of High Park Presbyterian Church, Toronto, and formerly pastor of Chalmers Church Ottawa, assisted by Rev. F. W. Mahaffy; pastor of St. Andrew's Church here. The remains were borne to their last resting place by the three sons and Messrs. John Carson of Cape Rich, Hugh Hughston of Ottawa and John Little of Shelburne. The floral tributes were impressive in their number and beauty and indicated very plainly the high regard in which the departed woman had been held by those who knew her intimately in life. Friends present from outside points included the three sons from Ottawa, Mr. and Mrs. Jas Carson, Mr. John Carson and Son, Milton, of Meaford; Mrs. Switzer & Mrs. G. L. Aiken of Toronto; R. J. Woods and their son Milton; John Slack, M.L.A. for Dufferin; Mrs. Etta Peart, Mr. and Mrs. Cruikshank and Miss Edith Carson, Toronto; Mr. H. E. Hughston, Ottawa; Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Nelson Bellerby and Mrs. Jos. Little, Shelburne; Mr. Jas. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Buchanan, Mrs. George Little and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Little, Elba.

MRS. GILBERT CARSON:
Mrs. Gilbert Carson, whose illness was noted in last week's Banner, passed away early on Saturday morning at her home in the Rothesay Apartments in Ottawa. Two weeks ago last Monday the departed woman suffered a severe stroke of paralysis, lapsing into semi-consciousness, in which condition she remained until the end came quietly on Saturday. The late Mrs. Carson, who had been a highly respected citizen of Ottawa for the last thirty-one years, was born and spent her girlhood on lot 5, Centre Road, Mono. Her maiden name was Ellen Little and she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Little, early settlers of Mono. After her marriage to Gilbert Carson fifty-eight years ago, she came to Orangeville to live and became well and favorably known to the majority of our citizens of that time. Her husband died forty-seven years ago this fall. His widow continued to reside in 0rangeville until 1892, when she removed to Ottawa, where her sons were already living. Mrs. Carson, who had reached the ripe age of 76 years, was an active woman endowed with more than the average amount of energy. She took a great interest in the welfare of those about her and was never happier than when helping her neighbors or those who had been visited by sorrow or misfortune. She was held in the highest esteem here and in Ottawa and many were the expressions of sorrow called forth by the news of her demise. She was a member and a regular attendant of Chalmers' Presbyterian Church, Ottawa. She is survived by three sons, Hugh and George Carson, of the Hugh Carson Co., Limited, Ottawa, and W. J. Carson, a painter and decorator in the capital city. The sons first named were prominent members of the Dufferin Lacrosse Club in the late '8o's and afterwards of the famous Ottawa Capitals. On the lacrosse field they have had few equals anywhere in Canada. Mr. Wm. Little, West Broadway, is a brother and Mrs. M. Wilkins, Zina St., Mrs. Wm. Jackson, of Shelburne, and Mrs. Jas. Carson, of Meaford, are the surviving sisters.

On Sunday night at nine o'clock a service was held at the home of he son, Mr. Hugh Carson, 286 McLaren St., Ottawa, by Rev. J. W. Woodside, pastor of Chalmers' Church. The remains were afterwards taken to the Union Station and conveyed to Toronto and thence to Orangeville for burial. The funeral, which was largely attended, was held from the home of her nephew, Mr. Geo. Wilkins, Zina St., to the Forest Lawn Cemetery, at 2.30 o'clock on Monday afternoon. Services were conducted at the house and grave by Rev. J. H. Turnbull, pastor of High Park Presbyterian Church, Toronto, and formerly pastor of Chalmers Church, Ottawa, assisted by Rev. F. W. Mahaffy, pastor of St. Andrew's Church here. The remains were borne to their last resting place by the three sons, Messrs. John Carson, of Cape Rich, Hugh Hughston, of Ottawa, and John Little, of Shelburne. The floral tributes were impressive in their in their number and beauty and indicated very plainly the high regard in which the departed woman had been those who knew her intimately in life. Friends present from outside points included the three sons from Ottawa, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Carson, Mr. John Carson and son, Milton, of Meaford; Mrs. Switzer, Mrs. G. L. Aiken, of toronto; R. J. Woods, M.P. for Dufferin, Mrs. Woods and their son, Milton; John Best, ex-M.P. for Dufferin; T. K. Slack, M.L.A. for Dufferin; Mrs. Etta Peart, Mr. and Mrs. Cruikshank and Miss Edith Carson, Toronto; Mr. H. E. Hughston, Ottawa; Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Nelson Bellerby and Mrs. Jos. Little, Shelburne; Mr. Jas. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Buchanan, Mrs. Geo. Lilttle, and Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Little, Elba.

7.
woman‎Fanny Little‏‎
Born ‎1847, died ‎1848‎, 0 or 1 years



2nd marriage
man‎George Little‏‎, son of John Little and Mary Geoghegan‏.

Married ‎27 Dec 1882 Shelburne, Ontario, Canada (16 years married) to:

womanHannah Crombie‏
Born ‎± 1822 Scotland, died ‎11 Nov 1900 Shelburne, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada‎, approximately 78 years, buried ‎Shelburne Cemetery
002349-82 (Dufferin Co.) George LITTLE, 73, farmer, Ireland, Mono, s/o John LITTLE & Mary LITTLE, married Hannah DUNLOP, 60, Scotland, Amaranth, d/o Thomas CRUMBY & Mary CRUMBY, wtn: Jane M TURNBULL & Thomas CUMMINGS? both of Shelburne, on Dec 27, 1882, at Shelburne

Shelburne Free Press - October 18, 1900 - DEAD:
Hannah Little, widow of the late Geo. Little of Mono, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Wm. Munn, Shelburne, on Thursday last at the age of 84 years. The deceased was an old resident of Amaranth and had been married three times. The funeral was held on Saturday to Shelburne Cemetery.


3rd marriage
man‎George Little‏‎, son of John Little and Mary Geoghegan‏.

Married ‎6 Apr 1848 Adjala Township, Ontario, Canada (23 years married) to:

womanMartha Kemp Horner‏
Born ‎11 May 1811 County Caven, Ireland, died ‎20 Jun 1871 Mono Township, Ontario, Canada‎, 60 years, buried ‎Forest Lawn Cem. Orangeville
George LITTLE of Mono & Martha HORNER, widow, of Adjala, at Adjala, on April 6, 1848, by license, wtn: William McFADDEN & Isaac CURREY, by Alexander Lewis Presbyterian Minister
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Tombstone in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Orangeville reads:
"In memory of Martha Little who died June 20, 1871 aged 60 years & 1 mo. Native of County Cavan Ireland. Yet again, we hope to meet thee / When the day of life is fled / Then in heaven with joy to greet thee / Where no farewell tear is shed."

Marriage Notes for George Little and Martha Kemp:
The marriage record for George & Martha can be found in the Simcoe District Marriage Register 1842-1857 as well as the baptismal of their children John, George, Rebecca Jane and Robert.

Children:

1.
manGeorge Little‏
Born ‎20 May 1849 Mono Twp, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, died ‎2 Feb 1922 Mono Township‎, 72 years, buried ‎Shelburne Cemetery, Melancthon, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada
Baptismal record is recorded in the Simcoe District Marriage Register
1842-1857. Original copy is on Microfilm LCM 252 Mono Mills Pastoral Charge held by the United Church of Canada Archives in Toronto.

Shelburne Free Press - February 9, 1922 - GEORGE LITTLE:
The angel of death claimed another of the much respected residents of Mono township on Thursday, Feb. 2nd, in the person of George Little, in his 73rd year. His health began to fail nine years ago. He was rendered incapable of the busy life he formerly led by rheumatism and heart trouble. At the time of his demise he had been confined to bed for three years and seven months and during that trying time he never complained nor lamented his disabilities. He was a most patient sufferer and as bright as noon-day intellectually until he closed his eyes in death. Deceased was born in Mono township on Lot 5, Centre Road. In 1871 he married Mary Jane Baker, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Baker, and together they settled on Lot 26, Prince of Wales Rd., Mono, where they lived continuously until his death. Last October they celebrated their golden wedding. In religion he was a staunch supported and worker in the Church of England, serving for forty years as superintendent of St. James' Sabbath School at Primrose. In politics he was independent, considering always the character of the candidate, rather than the party. He was for four years a member of Mono Council, 20 years a director of the Dufferin Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance Co. and 30 years Sec'y-Treas. of S.S. No. 12, Mono and Amaranth. At the time of the Fenian Raid he joined the Orangeville Co. of the 36th Battalion. He was a member of the A.O.U.W. and at the time of his death was an honorary member of the L.O.L. No. 1277, Primrose, of which lodge he was a member by certificate for 50 years, having been a member of L.O.L. No. 320, Orangeville, by initiation for 4 years. He was an honorary member of the United Farmers' Club, Primrose. He is survived by his widow, who faithfully and tenderly cared for him throughout his tedious illness; also four sons and five daughters, Joseph G., Shelburne; Wm. J. and Mrs. Robt. J. Small, Toronto; Mrs. Robt. Bailey, in Saskatchewan; Mrs. Samuel Shaw, Beeton; Mrs. Fred Buchanan, Mrs. Herb. Lindsay and Robt., all of Mono township; and Thomas, on the homestead, all of whom were present at the funeral which took place on Saturday last, Feb. 4th, to Shelburne cemetery. The service at the house and grave was conducted by Rev. W. H. Hartley, Shelburne, assisted by Rev. Mr. Cootes of Camilla. The funeral was a very large one, considering the poor condition of the roads. The pallbearers were Messrs. Beatty Lewis, James Thompson (Orangeville), Jesse Freemantle, Samuel Buchanan, Chas. Wilson and John Little.

2.
womanRebecca Jane Little‏
Born ‎2 Sep 1851 Simcoe, Ontario, Canada, died ‎27 May 1900 Toronto, ON‎, 48 years, buried ‎Greenwood Cemetery, Orangeville, Ontario, Canada
Baptismal record is recorded in the Simcoe District Marriage Register 1842-1857. Original copy is on Microfilm LCM 252 Mono Mills Pastoral Charge held by the United Church of Canada Archives in Toronto.

Orangeville Sun - May 21, 1900 - Page 3, column 1 - REBECCA JANE LITTLE BAREFOOT:
In January last, Mrs. John Barefoot left the town to join her family who had removed to Toronto leaving Mr. Barefoot here, he intending to go to the city when some work undertaken was completed. When Mrs. Barefoot left town she was in poor health but after a short residence in the city, health and strength returned. Saturday night she and her family sat up unusually late and she was in a very happy frame of mind relating some humorous incidents that had occurred during the day. In the morning her eldest daughter Tilley walked into the room and saw her mother lying as she supposed in a sound sleep and not wishing to awaken her, left the room. A few hours afterward she again entered the room and on closer observation was shocked to find the mother cold to death. The deceased was 49 years of age and was a daughter of the late George Little of Mono. She was born on Lot 5 Centre Road. She also lived in Caledon and East Garafraxa townships. Mr. Barefoot had returned a few days before from the city and was expecting his wife up this week and when the news of her death reached him he was almost prostrated.

The deceased was very well known throughout this section and was respected by a wide circle of acquaintances. Mr. George Little of Mono is a brother of the deceased and Mr. Wm. Little a half-brother. Mrs. Carson of Ottawa, Mrs. M. Wilkins of Orangeville, Mrs. Carson of Meaford and Mrs. Wm. Jackson of Mono are half sisters. Besides a husband she leaves four sons and three daughters. The remains were brought to Orangeville Tuesday morning and after services at St. Mark's Church were interred in Greenwood cemetery. The funeral was very largely attended.

3.
manRobert James Little‏
Born ‎17 Mar 1852 Mono Twsp, Simcoe, Ont, Can, died ‎22 Aug 1883 Orangeville, Peel, Ontario, Canada‎, 31 years, buried ‎Forest Lawn, Orangeville, Peel, Ontario, Canada
As per Fred Buchanan:
Jane, the oldest of the family, married Robert Little. They had 3 children: George, Ida and Martha. Her husband, Robert Little, was killed by lightning when Martha was 6 weeks old.

Orangeville Sun - August 21, 1883 - OBITUARY - ROBERT LITTLE - KILLED BY LIGHTNING:
Between nine and ten o'clock yesterday morning, during the heavy thunder storm, Mr. Robert Little of Lot 25, Centre Road, Mono, while engaged in unloading barley in the barn of Mr. Jas. Buchanan, near Primrose, was struck by lightning and instantly killed. Mr. Buchanan, who was on the load, was knocked down by the shock, but almost immediately recovered and discovered his companion lying dead by his side. No damage was done to the building beyond the tearing down of some boards at the point near the door where the flash entered. The whiskers on the right side of Little's face were burnt off. The electric fluid passed down by the body to the ankle, leaving a black mark in its passage. Deceased, who was about 28 years of age, was of a quiet disposition, and was much respected. He leaves a wife and three small children. He was a son of George Little, Esq. of Mono.

4.
man‎Joseph Little‏‎
Born ‎1853 Mono Twsp, Simcoe, Ont, Can, died ‎between 1855 and 1857 Simcoe, Ontario, Canada‎, 3 or 4 years