I am chasing the Canadian link. John is noted as a widow in the 1881 census. He is living with his son, and grandson to their daughter Janet, who married Robert Dick in 1860.
Trying to find Sarah's death, but having problems.
Regards
Malky.
And yes, your assumption was correct, I was quoting you, but no offence taken. To err is human to forgive is devine, and it's nearly Christmas.