| 1. | John McLaren was born on 1 Jan 1831 in Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 30 Jun 1908 in Lanark Village, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Lanark Village Cemetery, Lanark, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Other Events and Attributes:
- _UID: 4362956C85CA463A94777FB08118D9698AF2
- Census-Household Member: 1851, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
- Census: 1861, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
- Occupation: 1861, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Farmer with Thomas Simpson
- Census: 1881, Lanark Village, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
- Census: 1891, Lanark Village, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
- Occupation: Abt 1860 1900, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Lumbering along the Mississippi River
- Census: 1901, Lanark Village, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
- Residence: 1908, Lanark Village, Lanark Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; "The Hill" Farm
Notes:
Census-Household Member:
Role: Household Member
Census:
Living in innn of John Bowes with others including siblings of John
Died:
Death of Mr. John McLaren.
Mr. John McLaren of 'The Hill' farm passed peacefully away this morning at one o'clock. He had been ill since New Years, and confinement in the house during the long winter months quickened the breaking up of a constitution that had always been accustomed to plenty of exercise in the open air. It was thought, however, that when spring returned and venture could be made outdoors that vitality and strength would return. But the fondest hopes proved illusive, and the end came, to the deep regret of all Lanark, where Mr. McLaren enjoyed the highest respect and esteem. Senator Peter and Mrs. McLaren, James L.P. and Mrs. McLaren, drove out Monday and visited the sick bed. The funeral will take place from his late residence on Thursday, July 2nd, at 1:30 o'clock p.m., to Lanark Village Cemetery. John McLaren was born in 1828 and at his death was in his 81st year. He first saw the light of day on the farm where he drew his latest breath. This homestead is known as "The Hill," and has a commanding view of Lanark Village and the surrounding country. It was there his parents settled after the memorable emigration in 1820. The boys grew into manhood and Peter became the lumber king of the Mississippi. The calling of the woods also attracted John, and with his brother he lumbered on the Mississippi River for about forty years. He became well known in the district through which the Snow Road extends, and at McLaren's Depot, which was the distributing point of shanty supplies for years. In the old days it was timber, then followed the sawlog era, through both of which Mr. McLaren labored with the same geniality that characterized all his life. The decline of lumbering also marked the twilight of John's career. He returned to the old homestead on The Hill, where he lived and enjoyed his remaining years with his wife and family. Forty eight years ago Agnes May became his wife. Eight boys were born to them, seven of whom are still living, one boy (John) died some years ago. Two of the boys, Peter and Allan, are at home; Daniel is in Spokane, Wash.; James in Wardner, B.C.; Fred and Findlay at Blairmore, Alta.; William at Marcellus, N.Y. Besides the Senator a brother, William lives at Lewiston, Idaho. Mr. McLaren loved his home and the locality. Every evening after the day's toil was over he would walk into the village, where his cheery word and bright smile were welcome. He was the soul of honor, did wrong to no person, and altogether lived a live that was exemplary. We shall miss him, gentleman of the old school that he was.
[Transcribed from an article in the Perth Journal, forwarded by Barbara Purdy]
Family/Spouse: Agnes May. Agnes (daughter of May) was born about 1838 in Scotland; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
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1831 - 1908 (77 years)
(1.John1) was born about 1860; and died. 
