Fair Valley
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Elmes Steele (1781-1865)
The History of Simcoe County
Sir Samuel Steele, ca. 1900
Topley Studio Fonds / Library and Archives Canada / PA-028147
Plaque dedicated to Elmes Steele and his son John, also a politician
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Monument dedicated to Sir Samuel Benfield Steele
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Fair Valley's main road
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This small memorial to the Steele family sits at the foot of the original Purbrook property. It contains a fireplace from Purbrook, along with an illustration of the home and a family history.
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A closer view of the illustration of Purbrook done around 1835 by 13-year old Eleanora Hallen
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St. George's Anglican Church
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The cemetery beside St. George's Anglican Church
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Elmes Steeles' original tombstone is still intact but barely readable. It's been replaced with a newer one
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The replacement tombstone for Elmes Steele and his young daughter Eliza Jane
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Elizabeth Steeles' tombstone has faired somewhat better than her husband's.
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A row of Steele family tombstones.
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The cemetery also contains a commemorative plaque for Sam Steele who is buried in Winnipeg.
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The original church bell has been preserved in the cemetery.
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Sir Samuel Steeles' grave and tombstone in St. John's Cemetery in the north end of Winnipeg. His son and daughters are also buried there.
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