 Mabel Louise RayfieldBorn 29 Mar 1897 Halbert: Mabel L. At Dufferin Area Hospital on October 15th, 1986 in her 90th year. Mabel L. Rayfield wife of the late Thomas Little(1938) and the late Leonard Halbert(1973) mother of Jean (Mrs. Elwood Hill), George, Leslie, Arthur, Marjorie Hutchings, Ruby (Mrs. Robert Elver), Helen (Mrs. Ted Evans) and Eric (deceased)' step-mother of Keith and Ivan Halbert and Isael Edmiston and lovingly remembered by 21 grandchildren and 17 grandchildren, Funeral services were held at the Gamble Funeral Home, Shelburne on October 18th. Interment Shelburne Cemetery. Mabel Halbert described as a great lady A great lady is how friends have described Mabel -the Old Cog who passed away October 15, 1986 in Dufferin Area Hospital in Orangeville. She was born in 1897, near Bowling Green in Amaranth Township the seventh child of George Rayfield and Mary Jane Joll. When she was 5 her family moved to Camilla where all members were active in Church, and community affairs. Mabel attended Toronto Normal School Teacher's Certificate. She taught in the one-room schools at S.S. Caledon and at Whittington. In 1920 she married Thomas Little and moved up the highway to his farm on Elba Hill. There most of her time was taken up caring for her 8 children and encouraging Tom is his church and outside interests. After his untimely death in 1938, the boys carried on with the farm work and the small children. In 1950 she married Leonard Halbert father of Keith, & Isabel and went to live in a house on Andrew Street in Shelburne. After Leonard died she moved to the Simon Street Apartments on Simon Street in Shelburne. Rev. Bruce Besley & Rev. David Hamilton officiated at the funeral. Pallbearers were her three sons, George, Leslie and Arthur and Three nephews, George Rayfield, Frances & Allan Brown. Flower bearers were grandchildren Darlene, Tom, Lauri Rusk, Mary Jean, Janet Elver & Stephen Evans. Surviving also are four daughters Jean, Marjorie, Ruby and Helen. Married 24 Jan 1920 Camilla, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada (18 years married) to:  Thomas Stanley Little, son of George Little and Mary Jane Baker.Born 9 Apr 1890 Mono, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, died 16 Dec 1938 Mono Township, Dufferin Ontario, Canada, 48 years, buried Shelburne Cemetery, Dufferin, On, Can Thomas Little, a life long resident of the Elba section passed away at his home, Lot 28, Prince of Wales Road, Mono on Friday December 18, 1938 in his 38th year. Deceased was born in Mono Township begin a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Little Pioneer residents. He is survived by his wife (formerly) Mabel Rayfield and seven children: Helen, Ruby, Marjorie, Arthur, George, Leslie and Jean. Deceased was a member of St. James Anglican Church Primrose, of which he was a warden and also Sunday School Superindent for several years. The funeral took place to Shelburne Cemetery on Monday afternoon. Private service at the home, followed by a public service at St. James Church Primrose. The service was conducted by Rev. J.P. Parson. Orangeville Banner Source Type: Obituary Date: 22 Dec 1938 Page 4< Contents: Orangeville Banner, Thursday, December 22, 1938 - Page 4 - THOMAS LITTLE DIED AT MONO HOME FRIDAY: On Friday, December 16th, 1938, there passed peacefully away at his home, lot 26, Highway 10, Mono township, Thomas Little, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Little, of the same place. His passing makes the first break in a family of nine. They are: - Joseph G., of Shelburne; - Mrs. Fred Buchanan, - Mrs. Herbert Lindsay and - Robert Little, of Mono; - Wm. J. Little and - Mrs. R. J. Small, of Toronto; - Mrs. S. G. Shaw, of Aylmer, Ont., and - Mrs. R. J. Bailey, of Eyebrow, Sask. In 1920 Mr. Little married Miss Mabel Louise Rayfield, who survives with seven children, Jean, George, Leslie, Arthur, Marjorie, Ruby and Helen Robena, all at home. One son, Eric Charles, predeceased his father four years ago. Mr. Little was in his 49th year. The loss of such a kind and much needed husband in the prime of life is a sad one. Always keenly interested in the welfare of the community and especially the young, he was generous with his time, energy and worldly possessions. He was a lifelong member of St. James Anglican church, Primrose, and was Superintendent of its Sunday School for over twenty years. He was President of the Mono Religious Education Council for a number of years and was one of the first and most enthusiastic workers in promoting vacation schools in Mono township. Mr. Little's long and trying illness was borne with such splendid fortitude and Christian faith that his example will be long remembered by all who knew him. A befitting prayer for his life and passing finds expression in the following lines: The Lord preserve thy going out, The Lord preserve thy coming in. His angels guard thee round about To keep thy soul from every sin. And when thy going out is done. And when thy coming in is o'er. When in the dear and hallowed place Thy feet can come and go no more, The Lord preserve thy going out From this fair world, from friends and kin, While angels standing round about Sing, "God preserve thy coming in." The many friends who called at his late home all day Sunday and the large attendance at the funeral, which took place on Monday afternoon, bore tribute to the high esteem in which Mr. Little was held. Service was held in St. James Church, Primrose, by Rev. G. P. Parson, the rector, assisted by Rev. H. 0. Hutcheson, a friend and co-worker. The remains were laid to rest in Shelburne cemetery. The pallbearers were six nephews: George Buchanan, Harry Shaw, Frank Brown, Frank Turner, Stanley Summerfield and Harold Watson. The many beautiful floral tributes were expressive of the high esteem and deep sympathy of the community and friends at a distance. Children: 1. Mary Jean LittleBorn 16 Apr 1921 Mono Township, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, died 12 Sep 1993 Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, 72 years, buried Horning Mills Cemetery, Melancthon, Ontario, Canada Hill- Little An interesting wedding took place in St. James' Church, Primrose, on Saturday, June 6th, when Miss Mary Jean Little, eldest daughter of Mrs. Little and the late Thomas little, of Elba, was united in marriage to Mr. James Elwood Hill, youngest son of Mr. hill and the late R. C. Hill of Whitfield. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion and the rector, Rev. J.H. Pogson, officiated. The bride, given in marriage by her mother, was dressed in a floor length white taffeta dress with fingertip veil held with a becoming halo. She was escorted up the aisle by her cousin, Mr. Cecil Bailey, of Toronto. The bridesmaid, Miss Kathleen Morrison of Port Credit, wore a floor length dress of pale pink crepe with should veil held in place with pink rosebuds. The bride carried a white prayer book and the bridesmaid a bouquet of sweet peas. Mr. Wm. J. Clark was groomsman. The wedding music was played by Miss Viola Dermott and during the singing of the register Miss Iris Turner sang, "If I had a Thousand Lives to Live." The ushers were the bride's twin brothers, George and Leslie Little. A reception was held at the home of the bride's mother at which about eighty friends and relatives extended their good wishes to the bride and groom. Later the happy couple left for a motor trip to Toronto and other Ontario points, the bride travelling in a tailored suit of teal blue with rose felt hat. Ont. their return they will live on the groom's farm at Whitfield. Whitfield (Intended for Last week) Presentation On Thursday evening, June 19, friends and neighbors gathered at Whitfield Orange Hall to do honor to Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Hill, newlyweds and presented them with a studio couch and the following address, which was read by Mr. Maurice Horner: Dear Elwood and Jean, - It is with great pleasure that we, your friends and neighbors, have gathered here to night to spend a social hour and to honor you as you have embarked on the matrimonial sea. You, Elwood, we have known since childhood, and all we can say is "good" about you. You have always been a willing worker, ready to do your part wherever you were needed. In the church, young peoples' and community life you have done your share, which was a big one. We are only too happy that you will still be with us and make another home in our community. To you, Jean, whom most of us already know, we extend a very hearty welcome and hope you will find much happiness among us. You are entering into the happiest time of life. May your friendships become firmer and warmer through the influence cast by the high esteem of the home you are about to establish here. "There's the happy time of marriage. But to to every man and wife. Also come the hurts and sorrows and the bitterness of life. For by these your faith is tested, "Tis by these your love shall grow, and my prayer is love shall guide you, wherever you shall go." It is a great pleasure to present you with this gift as a token of our lasting friendship and highest esteem for you both. May it serve to keep in remembrance your many friends at Whitfield. Signed- Earl Reaburn, Maurice Horner, George Pearsall, Bill Clark. The groom replied in a few appropriate words on behalf of himself and his bride. A number of speeches were made and the rest of the evening spent in dancing. Primrose (Intended for last week.) Presentation On June 15th friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Hill gathered at Primrose Orange Hall and presented them with a miscellaneous shower and the following address, read by Miss Muriel Little: To Jean and Elwood, --This evening some of your many friends and neighbors have gathered here to wish you bon voyage on his, your setting out on the sea of Matrimony. The sailing, we all hope, will be calm and pleasant, with just enough rough weather to make life full and to strength the bond of fellowship. To you, Jean, we extend our best wishes. We regret you are going away from Primrose. You will be missed, as you have always been a willing helper in the A.Y.P.A and church work. To you, Elwood, we extend our heartiest congratulations. You are quite will know in this community. We have been favored with your presence quite often in the past. Whitfield is not very far away and we hope to see you both here from time to time. We ask you to accept these gifts, trusting their presence in your home will be constant reminder of your friends at Primrose. Signed on behalf of your friends, Ronald Lindsay, Eleanor Wake, Harvey Rutledge, Muriel Little. The bride and groom replied in a few well-chosen words and the rest of the evening was spent in dancing. Hill, M. Jean Of Shelburne (Rock Hill Park), on Sunday, September 12, 1993, at the Credit Valley Hospital, of cancer, in her 73rd year. Devoted wife of J. Elwood Hill. The guiding influence in the lives of her five daughters. Sharon Middlehurst and Dennis, Mavis Wilson (former MPP and Cabinet Minister) and Bruce, Bonnie MacDermott and Graham, Marilyn Hill and Bud Adams and Mary Jean Laursen and Rob, Pops to Christipher Rusk and Laurie Bradley, Laurie Williams, Vanessa, Taylor and Hunter Wilson, Angus and Caitlin MacDermott, Kayla and Justin Laursen and the late Adam Wilson. Dear great grandfather of Joshua and Zachary Rusk. Daughter of the late Thomas Little and the late Mabel Rayfield Little Halbert. Eldest sister of George Little, Leslie Little, Arthur Little, Marjorie Hutchings, Ruby Elver, Helen Evans and the late Eric Little. Jean was an active participant in life the Church, A.C.W., the Parkinson Foundation, Alzheimer's Society, W.I. Shepherd's Cupboard, Family Transition Place and the Orangeville BIA. The family will receive friends at the Doney Funeral Home, 318 Main St. E., and Shelburne on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service in the funeral home chapel on Thursday at 12 o'clock Interment to follow at Hornings Mills Cemetery. At Jean's request, donations may be made to St. Paul's Anglican Church Shelburne. 2. Leslie Rayfield LittleBorn 12 Oct 1922 Mono, Dufferin, On, Can, died 11 Nov 2016 Orangeville, Ontario, Canada, 94 years, buried Shelburne Cemetery On October 6th 1951, a quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Shelburne when Marion Louise Reburn, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Reburn, of Whitfield became the bride of Mr. Leslie Rayfield Little, son of Mrs. Leonard Halbert, Shelburne and the late Thomas Little of Elba. Rev. J.M. Dobson officiated. They were attended by Miss Jean Reburn of Shelburne sister of the bride and Mrs. George Little, twin brother of the groom. After the ceremony the happy couple left by motor for a trip through the United States and Western Canada, visiting Niagara Falls Ontario, and the Purina Experimental Farm at St. Louise, Missouri and friends at Salt Lake City Utah, Calgary, Alberta, Fillimore, Sask. And Neepaka Manitoba. On their return a reception was held at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Maurice Stone. On Friday, November 3rd, a large gathering of well wishes met in Whitfield Hall and presented the newlyweds with a miscellaneous shower They will live on the groom's farm at Whitfield. Little, Leslie Rayfield Peacefully at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville on Friday, November 11, 2016 in his 95th year. Beloved husband of 65 years of Marion (nee Reburn). Loving father of Robert, Darlene (Bruce) Clark and Thomas. Grandfather of Tanya (Chris) Rentsch, Mitch (Drew) Clark and Amanda Clark. Great-grandfather of Max, Simon, Clara, Liv and Harper. Dear brother of Ruby Elver and Helen (Frank) Denton. Predeceased by his parents Thomas & Mabel, sister Jean Hill, twin brother George, brother Arthur, sister Marjorie Hutchings and brother Eric. Friends and family will be received at the Royal Canadian Legion, Shelburne on Tuesday from 1:30-6:00 p.m. A private family service will be held. Interment at Shelburne Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. 3. George Wilmore LittleBorn 12 Oct 1922 Mono Township, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, died 25 Nov 1996 Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, 74 years, buried Shelburne Cemetery, Melancthon, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada DEATH NOTICE - LITTLE, George Witmore: At Dufferin-Caledon Hospital on Tuesday, November 26, 1996 in his 75th year. George Little, of R.R. Orangeville; son of the late Thomas Little and Mabel Rayfield. Twin brother of Leslie (and his wife Marion) and brother of Arthur, Marjorie, Ruby, Helen and the late Jean and Eric. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. The family received friends at the Doney Funeral Home, Shelburne on Thursday. The funeral service was held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, November 29, 1996 at 11:00 a.m. Interment took place at the Shelburne Cemetery. In Loving Memory of GEORGE WILLMORE LITTLE Twin Brother of Leslie Little (and his wife Marion) and brother of Arthur, Marjorie, Ruby, Helen and the late Jean and Eric. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Son of the late Thomas Little and Mabel Rayfield. DIED At Dufferin Caledon Hospital On November 26, 1996. Age: 74 years VISITATION Donny Funeral Home on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. FUNERAL SERVICES Doney Funeral Home Friday, November 29, 1996, 11:00 A.M. 4. Arthur Thomas LittleBorn 7 Nov 1925 Mono, Dufferin County, On, Can, died 14 Feb 1998 Orangeville, Ontario, Canada, 72 years Hurontarian - February 18, 1998 - Page B11 - DEATHS - LITTLE, Arthur Thomas: On Saturday, February 14, 1998 at Headwaters Health Care Centre in his 73rd year. Son of the late Thomas and Mabel (nee Rayfield). Brother of Leslie and his wife Marion, Marjorie, Ruby, Helen and the late Jean, George and Eric. Sadly missed by his nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Doney Funeral Home, Shelburne on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday, February 18, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Spring interment in Shelburne Cemetery. 5. Marjorie Lillian LittleBorn 12 Oct 1930 Orangeville, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, died 31 Oct 1999 Brampton, Peel, Ontario, Canada, 69 years, buried Shelburne Cemetery Mr. and Mrs. Lenard Halbert announce the engagement of Marjorie Lillian of Toronto daughter of Mrs. Halbert and the late Thomas Little to Henry Lawrence Hutchings of Toronto, so of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hutchings of Cow Head Nfld.. Marriage will take Place St. Pauls July 1, 1966 at 7:30 P.M. Marriage Notes for Marjorie Little and Henry Hutchings: Shelburne Free Press & Economist - July 27, 1966 - MR. AND MRS. HENRY LAWRENCE HUTCHINGS: On Friday evening, July 1st, 1966, St. Paul's Church, Shelburne, was the scene of a lovely candlelight service when Marjorie Lillian Little, daughter of Mrs. Leonard Halbert and the late Thomas Little exchanged marriage vows with Henry Lawrence Hutchings, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hutchings of Cow Head, Newfoundland. Rev. J. M. Dobson officiated. Miss Grace Tipling presided at the organ and Mavis Hill sang "0 Perfect Love" and "Bless This House". The bride wore a floor length silk shantung dress with lace trim and crystal, tiara and carried a cascade of red roses. She was given in marriage by her brother George and walked up the aisle to the strains of "On This Day". She was attended by her sister, Mrs. Jean Hill, and sister-in-law, Mrs. Marion Little. The groom was supported by Mr. Arthur Little and Mr. Leslie Little. Leading the bridal procession was Tommy Little, nephew of the bride, carrying the two matching rings on a red satin cushion. Nancy Elver, niece of the bride, was flower girl. All the bride's attendants wore street length white dresses and carried bouquets of red roses. Mr. Walter Little welcomed the guests as they arrived. After the service a social time was spent on the church lawn while photos were taken. The bridal couple then led the way to the church parlor where a dainty lunch was served to 75 guests. The wedding service followed Newfoundland customs and traditions. In the absence of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Halbert acted in this capacity and invited the guests to their home to see the bride's gifts, and served light refreshments. The bride and groom left for a short honeymoon trip to Kingston and the Thousand Islands with plans to go by jet plane to visit the groom's parents later in July. They will reside in Rexdale. Marjorie Lillian Hutchinson Passed away on Thursday, October 31, 1999 age 69 years. Dear sister of Leslie Little (and his wife Marion) and sister of Helen & Ruby. Predeceased by Arthur, George, Jean and Eric her twin. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late Thomas Little and Mabel Rayfield. Resting at the Doney Funeral home. Visitation on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral Service on November 2, 1999. 6. Eric Charles LittleBorn 12 Oct 1930 Orangeville, Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada, died 2 Jul 1934 Mono Township, Dufferin Ontario, Canada, 3 years, buried Shelburne Cemetery, Dufferin Co., Ontario Eric Chas. Little Little- In Mono Township, on Monday, July 2nd, 1934, Eric Charles Little, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Little and twin brother of Marjory Lillian aged 3 years, 8 months and 18 days. Funeral to Shelburne Cemetery at 3:30 o'clock, Wednesday afternoon July 4th. Eric Charles Little The angel of death entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Little, of Primrose and took away their youngest son Eric Charles aged 3 years, 8 months and 11 days. The little lad was in good health on Saturday night and was awaken with what appeared to be a child aliment. When his condition became worse medial aid was summoned and he was taken on Monday morning to Lord Dufferin Hospital, Orangeville but in spite of all that loving care and medical skill could do the little innosed and passed peacefully away on Monday afternoon July 2nd. He had been regular attendant at St. James, S.S. Primrose this summer and by his sweet winsome ways had won the admiration and love of who knew him. Besides his parents and twin sister, Marjorie Lillian, he leaves to mourns his loss an elder sister, Jean, and three brothers- George, Leslie and Arthur. He was a grandson of Mr. G.W. Rayfield, Camilla; Many beautiful floral tributes bore testimony of the deep sympathy of friends and neighbors. The funeral, which was very large was held from the family residence, Lot 28 Conc. 2, West Mono on Wednesday afternoon, July 4th to Shelburne Cemetery, Rev. Dr. RP D. Hurford, the family rector conducted the funeral service, taking for his text" And the streets of the city shall be full of boys and girls playing the streets thereof: (Zach 3-5) The hymn sung were "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," and There's a Friend for Little Children Above the Bright Blue Sky." The little body, resting in the simply white casket, was carried to its last resting place by three brothers and a playmate, Truman Freemantle. The flower bearers were Rowena Manning, Phyllis Gaedka, Iris Turner, Doris Keele, Muriel Little, Ruth Lindsay, Kathleen Little and Kathleen Small. " "One precious to our hearts is gone, The voice we loved is still, The place made vacant in our home Can never more be filled Our Father in his wisdom called The child his love had given, And though on earth the body lies The Soul is safe in Heaven" | |||