HAMILTON SPECTATOR NEWSPAPER

Hamilton, Barton Twp., Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada

(found on microfilm at the Hamilton Public Library, 44 York Street, Hamilton, Ontario)

 

UPDATED 31 MARCH 2002

 

Below are some of the Birth Announcements, Birthday Notices and Adoptions I have come across while researching my family tree.  Some items were difficult to read, even with a magnifying glass, so I have added a “( )” or “?” around the letter, word or date that I am unsure of and have added what I think it looks like.  If you see in brackets (rest was cut off) that just means, that when I was copying the page, I didn’t copy the whole thing, and cut off that particular item.  You will have to check the microfilm, for the remainder of the information.  I have highlighted the families (the ones that I know of), which are connected to ours by using Bold Type. Good luck in your search.

 

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BIRTHS…

 

AULD                                      Bill and Margaret are happy to announce the birth of a daughter Kimberly Anne on November 6, 1970 at Henderson General Hospital.  A sister for Gary. (7 Nov 1970)

 

BATSTONE                            Gary and Isabel are happy to announce the birth of a son, William Bartly (8 lbs. 10 ozs.) a the Milton Hospital on November 4, 1970.  A brother for Kathleen (7 Nov 1970)

 

CAMPBELL                            Don and June (nee Pegg) are very happy to announce the birth of their son, 9 lbs. Friday, November 6th, 1970 at St. Joseph[‘s Hospital.  A brother for Leslie Anne and Gerard John. (7 Nov 1970)

 

CARAVAGGION                   Ernie and Angela (nee Cappoini) are happy to announce the birth of a daughter 6 lbs. 15 ozs., November 5, 1970 a St. Joseph’s Hospital.  A sister for Anthony and Cindy.  Special thanks to Doctor M. Murray. (7 Nov 1970)

 

DAVERN, Infant Male         At Casa Maria, on Tuesday, June 1st, 1937, to Mr. and Mrs. John Davern (formerly Lena Lessard), a son. (stillborn) (1 Jun 1937)

 

DENINE                                  Ed and Heather are proud to announce the arrival of their first child, a boy, Joshua Patrick, 9 lbs, 1 oz on Sunday, October 12 1986 at Joseph Brant Hospital.  Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Everett McCarrell and Mr. and Mrs. Aiden Denine of Newfoundland.  Also lots of proud aunts and uncles.  Thanks to Dr. Salter and staff. (15 Oct 1986)

 

DiLALLA                                Nicola and Vincenza (nee De Simone) are proud to announce the arrival of their second child, a son, ?Nicolas Vincent, born Wednesday, October 8, 1986 at 3:04 a.m.  A brother for Paola.  Proud grandparents are Paolo and Carmela DiLalla and Gaetano and Bice DeSimone.  Special thanks to Dr. Lynes and L. and D. staff of St. Joseph’s also many thanks to the nurses who looked after us. (15 Oct 1986)

 

DROUGHAN                         Thomas and Bety (nee McAnally) wish to announce the birth of a son on April 16, 1963 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  A brother for Timmy. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

DUFF-SURETTE                    Dave and Kathy are happy to announce the birth of their second child, Meaghan Marie Kathryn, on October 11, 1986, weighing 8 lbs. 5 ozs.  A sister for Tamara.  Proud grandparents are Bill and Nina Surette and Dave and Anne Duff.  Great-grandparents are James and Dorothy Duff.  Special thanks to Dr. DeRubeis, Dr. Fawcett and Dr. Cowan and staff at Henderson Hospital. (15 Oct 1986)

 

EDDY                                      Darryl is thrilled to announce the birth of his sister, Dana Christina, born October 12 1986, at 10:44 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 11 ozs.  Proud parents are Dan and Pat.  Proud grandparents are Reg and Bunnie Tomllnson? Of Jerseyville and Hap and Margaret Eddy of Brantford.  Special thanks to the Staff of McMaster Hospital for her safe arrival. (15 Oct 1986)

 

ELLAS                                    Mr. and Mrs. George Ellas are happy to announce the birth of a son, a brother for Ritchie and Johnny on April 10, 1963 at Joseph Brant Hospital. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

FALK                                      John and Karen (nee Press) happily announce the birth of a son on April 16, 1963 at New Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

FARRAUTO                           Louis and Nita are happy to announce the birth of a daughter, Lori Ann on April 16, 1963 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  A sister for Jacqueline and Kathy. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

FARNELL                               Bill and Lorella (nee Napoleone) are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, Sara Elizabeth on October 3, 1986 weighing 7 lbs. ½ oz. A sister for Nicholas.  Proud grandparents are Carlo and Domenica Napoleone and James Farnell.  Special thanks to Dr. Lynes and maternity staff at St. Joseph’s. (15 Oct 1986)

 

FITZPATRICK                       Mr. and Mrs. George Fitzpatrick (nee Seymour) are happy to announce the birth of a daughter, Michelle Mary, on Good Friday, April 12, 1963, at St. Andrews Hospital, Midland.  A sister for Philip. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

FRANCELLA, (Trimborn)       (photo) We have been Blessed with an Angel – JACOB JOSEPH DAVID – our first born.  He brought more love into our lives on June 22, 2001, weighing in at 9 lbs.  Proud parents (Luigi and Geordi), Grandmama (Geri Trimborn), Opa and Oma (George and Beverly Trimborn), Grandma and Grandpas (Lyn Francella, Billy Morgan, and the late Joe Francella), great-grandparents (David Frame, the late Gwen Frame, Luigi and Maria Francella of Toronto).  Many thanks to Dr. R. Hutchison, nurse Patti, Dr. Csordis, Bonni and everyone at McMaster Hospital.  God bless everyone.  (9 Jul 2001)

 

HERO                                      Pearl and Harry (nee Lokken) wish to announce the birth of their son on April 15, 1963 at Henderson General Hospital.  A brother of Cal and Bradley. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

HUNTER                                 Jerry and Irene? (nee Hood?) are happy to announce the birth of a daughter, Carol Lynn (7 punds, 6 ounces) on April 15, 1963 at Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital.  A sister for Jeannette, Kenneth, Dianne, and Donald.  Mother and daughter fine. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

IRONSIDE                              Neil and Adele (nee Nunn) are pleased to announce the birth of a son on April 16, 1963 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  A brother for Mark.  Mother and son well.  Deo gratias. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

KERR                                      Bob and Dot (nee Johnston) are pleased to announce the birth of Scott Michael, 9 pounds, 4 ounces, April 14, 1963 at Henderson General Hospital.  A brother for Kathy, Stevie, Marty and Craig.  (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

MALLORY                             Mr. and Mrs. Ross Mallory announce the birth of a son, Keith Gordon on April 16, 1963 at Henderson General Hospital. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

MAJOROS                              Steve and Marilyn (nee Thompson) are happy to announce the arrival of a daughter, Marilyn Edna at Henderson General on April 16, 1963.  A sister for Stephen and Billy. (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

MARTINELLO                       Danny, Shelley and Nicole are proud to announce the birth of their little prince, Danilo Murray, 7 lbs. 11 ½ ozs., born October 12, 1986.  Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Danilo Martinello and Mr. and Mrs. Murray Smith.  Special thanks to Dr. S. Koziak, June Redwood and L & D Staff of Henderson Hospital. (15 Oct 1986)

 

MAZURKIEWICZ                  Cathy and Eugene are proud to announce the birth of their son, Alexander David, on October 12, 1986 weighing 9 lbs. 14 ozs.  Special thanks to L. & D. staff at McMaster. (15 Oct 1986)

 

MCILREE                               Harry and Lorraine (nee Paluck) are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their daughter, Shannon Margaret, 6 pounds, 12 ounces on April14 at Henderson General (rest cut off) (18 Apr 1963 pg 38)

 

MCQUARRIE                         David and Shelley (nee Whitwell) are proud to announce the arrival of our first child, Meaghan Louise, 7 lbs. 3 ozs. At 6:38 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 1986.  Seventh grandchild for Mrs. Sadie McQuarrie, seventeenth great-grandchild for Mrs. Phemie Watson.  Meaghan wishes to thank all the L and D staff at McMaster Medical Centre for her safe arrival. (15 Oct 1986)

 

MERCER-PORTER                Sarah and Jamie Porter are proud to announce the safe arrival of their healthy baby boy, Ethan James, born April 25, 1996 at 2:01 a.m. weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz.  William and Allison Mercer of Hamilton and Roger and Sharon Bussineau of Sault Ste. Marie are especially proud of their first grandson.  Also very proud are great-grandparents, Roy and Rachel Porter of Sault Ste. Marie.  Special thanks to Dr. Muggah, Dr. Taylor and Nurse Gail Burke. (30 Apr 1996 pg C7)

 

MOLINARO                           Gord and Kris (nee Sigvaldason) are pleased to announce the birth of a brother, Cary Christopher, for Nicole, on October 11, 1987.  Welcome dear Cary. (15 Oct 1987 pg B1)

 

MONTGOMERY (Brown)      Carrie and Andy are thrilled to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter.  Lovingly guided from heaven by brother Robert, Alexandra Nichole arrived at 6:30 p.m. on April 25, 1996, tipping the scales at 11 lbs!  Proud first time grandparents are Bob and the late Gloria Montgomery, Donna and Bob Ellis and Sam and Marie Brown.  Alexandra is also welcomed by great-grandmas, Edith and Carrie and of course Reagan and many aunts and uncles.  Thanks to midwives Rena and Karen, MUMC, and a very special thank you to midwife Helen McDonald and Auntie Laurie.  (30 Apr 1996 pg C7)

 

NEWSTEAD                           Randy and Donna (nee Vagnoni) thank God for the safe arrival of their Thanksgiving baby, Andrea Dina Marie, on October 13, 1986, weighing 8 lbs. 10 ozs. Proud grandparents, Robert and Isabel Newstead and Dino and Lorraine Vanoni.  Special thanks to Dr. Lynes and L & D staff at St. Joseph’s. (15 Oct 1986)

 

PEART                                    Roy and Linda welcome with love Lee Kester, 5 lbs. 6 ozs., October 13th, 1987, a brother for Kyla.  His safe arrival was due to God’s care, the L & D staff and Dr. Lorna Grant of McMaster Medical Centre.  Special thank you to Vicky Bach for her love and support. (15 Oct 1987 pg B1)

 

PELLETIER                             Dan and Katherine announce the birth of their second daughter, Erin Beth, a Thanksgiving Gift from the Lord.  Born October 12, 1987, weighing 8 lbs. 13 ozs.  Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Nazaire Pelletier of Stoney Creek and Mrs. Elda Johnson of Orillia.  Thanks to friends and relatives for their prayers and support.  (15 Oct 1987 pg B1)

 

PENNY                                   Brian and Susan are thrilled to announce the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Jeica Louise, born October 10, 1986 and weighing a hefty 8 lbs. 5 ozs. Proud grandparents are Bob and Helen Thornborrow and Newt and Kay Peny, all of Mount Hope.  Many thanks to Dr. Robert Lancaster for his special care and support, we would also like to thank the L. and D. staff and floor 1 nurses at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Yahoo! (15 Oct 1986)

 

PERRY                                    Jennifer and Jerry are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Stacey Lee, on (rest cut off) (15 Oct 1986)

 

RANDAZZO                           Jesse Horner is pleased to announce the birth of his sister Hannah Marie Leo Randazzo at McMaster Centre on October 13, 1987.  A new little daughter for Mary Randazzo Horner.  Granddaughter for Jane Randazzo and great-granddaughter for Henrietta Costle.  Special thanks to Dave Beckett, Sara Dean and midwife Helen MacDonald.  (15 Oct 1987 pg B1)

 

RICHESON                            Miles Quentin Charles.  That’s me.  I weighted in at 7 lbs. 0 ozs. On October 9, 1987, at 10:15 a.m.  My proud parents, Debbie and Chuck, say I have a great nursery to go home to thanks mainly to Grandma and Grandpa Droski.  My dad is very thankful to my mom for my safe arrival.  I’d like to say a big thanks to Dr. P. Mohide for looking after me since my little life began and thanks to all the nice nurses who helped me and my mom at Chedoke-McMaster Hospital.  (15 Oct 1987 pg B1)

 

RIGG, (nee Coverdale)            David, Jill and big brother, Brandon are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of Clayton David, born April 26, 1996 at 5:35 p.m., weighing 7 lbs.  Delighted grandparents are Don and Helen Coverdale of Carlisle, Maurice and Jean Rigg of Waterdown.  Thanks to L&D at McMaster. (30 Apr 1996 pg C7)

 

RYCKMAN                            Scott and Jaye (nee Olaveson) are thankful for the safe arrival of their daughter, Alicia Marie Grace, 3 lbs. 4 osz, born (rest is cut off) (15 Oct 1987 pg B1)

 

ST. DENIS                              Wilf? And Anita (nee Gallant) are proud to announce the arrival of a daughter, Madeline Colette on November 5, 1970 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  A sister for Brenda Lee. (7 Nov 1970)

 

STRAUGHAN                        Andrea and James are proud to announce the arrival of their first born child, Ryan Timothy James, born April 26, 1996, weighing 7 lbs. 4 ozs.  Proud grandparents are Emily and Ray Straughan, Karen and Doug Wessner.  Great-grandparents, Abe and Doris Gumbert, Norm and Claire Stringer.  Great-great-grandmother, Mariette Anderson.  Special thanks to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  (30 Apr 1996 pg C7)

 

TRIFUNSKI                            Jim and Nada are happy to announce the birth of a daughter, 7 lbs. 2 ozs., Linda, October 11, 1966 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  First grandchild for Mr. Nickola Zarkovich. (13 Oct 1966)

 

VANDENBERG (Rustenburg) John and Nicole praise and thank God for the safe arrival of Alyssa Lynn, born April 27, 1996, weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs.  New sister for Cassandra.  She is the fifteenth grandchild for John and Christine Vandenberg and the fifth for John and Lenny Rustenburg.  (30 Apr 1996 pg C7)

 

VARRASSO                           Len and Marguerite (nee Giammichele) are happy to announce the birth of their first child, a son, Michael Christopher, October 12, 1966 at Henderson General Hospital.  Second grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Giammichele, and fifth grandson of Mr. and Ms. Ralph Varrasso. (13 Oct 1966)

 

VIKSNE                                  Robert and Cathy (nee MacDonald) are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, November 4, 1970 at Henderson General Hospital.  Special thanks to Dr. D.C. Robinson. (7 Nov 1970)

 

WEST, (nee Acciaccaferro)      Michael and Nancy are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Alyssa Kathleen, on June 30, 2001 at 5:30 a.m. weighing 7 lbs. 5 ozs.  Thrilled first time grandparents are Jim and Diane West and fourth time grandparents Frank and Maria Acciaccaferro are equally as ecstatic.  Special thanks to Nurse Balfour at McMaster Hospital. (9 Jul 2001)

 

WILLOCK                              Mr. and Mrs. Robert Willock are proud to announce the birth of their son, James Alexander, October 12, 1966, at Henderson General Hospital (13 Oct 1966)

 

WYLLIE                                  Dennis and Anne are happy to announce the arrival of a daughter, Denise Michelle (7 lbs. 9 ozs.) on November 6, 1970, at Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital, Burlington. (7 Nov 1970)

 

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BIRTHDAYS…

 

CICCONE                              New Teenager! Another teenager in the Ciccone house!!  Happy 13th Birthday, Daniel.  May your teenage years be filled with much love, happiness and good times!  All our love, Mom, Dad, Rob, Dave and Laura.  xoxoxoxoxoxo (30 Apr 1996 pg C7)

 

LEGGETT                               Timothy (Tim) Happy Thirteenth Birthday.  Enjoy your teenage years.  Love Nana and Papa. (30 Apr 1996 pg C7)

 

NORTHEY, Mike                    (photo) Happy 16th Sensei Simon - I love you more than ever before, and know that our hearts are meant to be as one  You are the only one for me, and you’ll always be, forever and ever.  Happy Birthday!  Love, Diane xoxo (9 Jul 2001)

 

 

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ADOPTIONS…

 

OLESKIW                              Moris and Bev proudly announce the final adoption of their daughter Jill.  A sister for Eric, Lynn and Neil.  Thanks to all concerned. (7 Nov 1970)

 

THAT’S ALL FOLKS!