John Gray (Ontario politician)
John Gray (January 5, 1837 – February 14, 1917) was an Ontario horticulturalist and political figure. He represented York West in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Conservative member from 1883 to 1886.
Lieutenant Colonel John Gray | |
|---|---|
| Ontario MPP | |
| In office 1883–1886 | |
| Preceded by | Peter Patterson |
| Succeeded by | John Gilmour |
| Constituency | York West |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 5, 1837 York County, Upper Canada |
| Died | February 14, 1917 (aged 80) Toronto, Ontario |
| Political party | Conservative |
| Spouse | Catherine Calverley |
He was born in York County, Upper Canada in 1837, the son of John Gray, an Irish immigrant. He married Catherine Calverley in 1861. Gray served as a major in the militia, commanding the Toronto Field Battery. He was reeve for Parkdale from 1879 to 1881 and was also a member of the local Masonic lodge.
He died February 14, 1917.
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