Summary
1881: William was born in Ontario, Canada.
1912-Aug-03: Homestead Entry for NW-27-24-29-W3, R.M. Chesterfield No. 261, Saskatchewan, Canada. 1.5 km east-northeast of Mayfield Cemetery, 13.4 km north-northeast of Empress, Alberta.
1916-Apr-20: Homestead Patent Grant for NW-27-24-29-W3.
1918-Jan-16: William married Essie Florence Leach at Empress, Alberta, Canada.
1919-Jul-13: Wife Essie died at their home at Josephine, R.M. Chesterfield No. 261, Saskatchewan, Canada.
1921-Jun-01: Canada Census alone at 27-24-29-W3, 1.5 km east-northeast of Mayfield Cemetery, 13.4 km north-northeast of Empress, Alberta.
1956-Nov-23: William died in the St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. BC Death Registration Number 1956-09-012591.
The Empress Express, January 17, 1918, Page 1 WEDDING BELLS
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The marriage of William Donald Robinson and Essie Florence Leach, both of Josephine, Sask., was solemnized at the Manse on Wednesday afternoon, the Reb. G. G. Pybus officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Snary. The bride wore a pretty wedding dress of Belgian blue liberty silk. After at honeymoon in Calgary and other points Mr. and Mrs. Robinson will seside (sic) at their farm, Josephine Sask. Best wishes for a happy and successful life are extended.
The Empress Express, July 17, 1919, Page 1 Called By Death
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Mrs. Wm. D. Robinson, of Josephine, died at her home on Sunday morning, July 13, from illness following a severe attack of influenza, which she contracted last January. She was 22 years of age, and before her marriage was Miss Jessie Leach. She was born in Kempville, Ontario, August 24, 1897, and came west in 1908. Mrs, Robinson, leaves behind her to mourn her loss, her husband, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Zech. Leach and six brothers, to whom our deepest sympathy is extended.
Mrs. Robinson was one of the most popular young ladies of the Josephine community, having by her genial disposition endered herself to all with who she became associated and to who her death will bring real grief and a sense of personal loss.
The funeral service was held at the home, and the internment took place in Mayfield cemetery on Wednesday, Rev. G. G. Pybus, Empress, and Rev. Wm. M. Thompson, Castle Coombe, officiating.
The cortege, which followed the remains to their last resting place was one of the longest seen in these parts, more than fifty automobiles and teems being in procession. Many floral tributes of love and affection surrounded the casket.
The Vancouver Sun, November 24, 1956, Page 32 ROBINSON - William Donald, on Nov. 23, 1956, at St. Paul's Hospital, aged 75 years. Late of 1160 Comox St. Survived by his sister, Mrs. J. A. McNeill of Girvan, Sask. Funeral service Saturday, Nov. 24, at 3 p.m. in Center and Hanna's Chapel, 1049 W. Georgie St., Rev. D. D. Davidson officiating. Remains being forwarded to Empress, Alta., for interment.
 Wedding, Empress Express 1918-01-17, Page 1.jpg)
