Alma B Smede, 1912–
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Birth | 1912
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Birth of a sister | Amelia Jane Smede 1916 (aged 4 years) |
Birth of a sister | Winifred Esme Catherine Smede 1918 (aged 6 years) |
Birth of a brother | Roderick Osborne Samuel Smede about 1919 (aged 7 years) |
Death of a brother | Derick J Smede 1923 (aged 11 years) |
Death of a paternal grandfather | John David Smede 21 November 1924 (aged 12 years) RETURN THANKS MRS. D. J. SMEDE and family desire to tender their sincere thanks to all kind friends, who sent wreaths, letters, cards, messages and in any other way showed their sympathy with them in connection with the death of their late beloved husband and father. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 27 November 1924, p. 20. Return Thanks Smede Family |
Marriage | Stanley George Constable — View this family 1933 (aged 21 years) |
Death of a sister | Hilda Isabell Ann Smede 1935 (aged 23 years) |
Death of a maternal grandmother | Jane Ann Nipperess 18 March 1938 (aged 26 years) DEATH OF MRS S. PICKETT Mrs S. Pickett, of Autumn Hills, passed away on the 18th inst., and her remains were taken to Mudgee for interment on the 19th inst. Further reference to her life will be made next week (Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative, Thursday 24 March 1938, page 11). DEATH Mrs. J. A. Pickett THE death occurred at her residence, "Autumn Hills," Turill, of Mrs. Jane Ann Pickett at the age of 79 years. Deceased was of a kindly and lovable disposition, and endeared herself to all those who knew her. Married at the age of 19 years, she resided with her husband for many years at Pyangle. She had always been a loving and capable helpmate to her husband, and shared with him the trials and joys of life on the land. Her interest and pleasure were always centred in her home and family, and she was always ready to help others in the time of need. Until her last moments she was considering the comfort of others. Deceased was an earnest church-woman, and her deep, unwavering faith lightened her hours of suffering. She passed peacefully away at 8.15 a.m. on March 18. The remains were interred in the Church of England portion of the cemetery at Mudgee, after a service in the church by the Rev. Canon Walker. A husband and nine daughters are left to mourn a devoted wife and mother. Two sons predeceased her. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved (Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative, Thursday 24 March 1938, page 14). OBITUARY A very sad death occurred on Friday, March 20, when Mrs Mary Jane Pickett passed away at her home, "Autumn Hills," Turill. Deceased had been a resident of Turill for the past 22 years and had earned for herself a very large and loving circle of friends by reason of her pleasing and kindly manner to all. She was 79 years of age, and prior to coming to Turill, had been a highly esteemed resident of the Lue district. Deceased leaves a husband and nine daughters to mourn. To them the sympathy of the district is extended. They include: Mesdames E. Bayliss (Mudgee), C. Cooper (Appletree Flat), A. Byfield (Mudgee), L. Imber (Mudgee), H. Smede (Lowlands), A. Constable (Cassilis), R. Byfield (Cassilis), H. B. Milton (Turill), and Miss Gwen Pickett, (Autumn Hills). (Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative, Thursday 31 March 1938, page 15). |
Death of a sister | Amelia Jane Smede 1943 (aged 31 years) SAD PASSING A gloom was cast over the town and district on Wednesday morning last when it was learned that Mrs. Alva Neville had passed away in the Daphne Bowman Hospital. The late Mrs. Neville was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Smede, of Turill. She entered hospital on Tuesday and passed away at noon on Wednesday, leaving to mourn a husband and two small daughters, one a baby of a few hours old, the other little one about three years. Deceased, who was only 27 years of age, was buried in the Church of England cemetery. The Rev. S. V. Satchell officiated at the graveside. Much sympathy is felt for the bereaved family and parents. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 27 May 1943, p. 9. Death Amelia Jane Nevell RETURN THANKS MR. AND MRS. H. J. SMEDE and family wish to thank all friends for kind sympathy, wreaths and cards in their sad bereavement. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 14 June 1943, p. 2. Return Thanks Smede Family IN MEMORIAM NEVELL - In loving memory of our darling daughter, Milly, who passed away 19th May, 1943. ‘Her life is a beautiful memory, Her passing a silent grief; She lives in God's beautiful garden In the sunshine of perfect peace. Without farewell she fell asleep. With only memories left to keep. Sleep on. dear Milly, God knows best; On earth there's strife, in Heaven there's rest.’ Inserted by her sorrowing parents. Henry and Alma Smede. IN MEMORIAM NEVELL - In loving memory of our dear sister Milly, who departed this life 19th May, 1943. ‘We have lost a sole companion, A life linked with our own, No one knows how we miss her As we walk through life alone. The happy days we once enjoyed, How sweet the memory still, But death has left a loneliness This world can never fill’. Inserted by her loving sisters and bers (Smedes), Turill. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 22 May 1944, p. 2. In Memoriam Amelia Nevell |
Death of a maternal grandfather | Samuel Pickett 19 February 1944 (aged 32 years) Mr. Samuel Pickett One of the fine old pioneers, in the person of Mr. Samuel Pickett, died in the Mudgee Hospital on Sunday aged 88 years. His wife predeceased him by about six years. For a very lengthy period deceased resided at Turill, where he had a nice little property. He enjoyed excellent health up till a fortnight or so ago and, always active, shore a few of his pet lambs during the shearing period. A fine old type, he enjoyed the friendship of every-one in the district where he lived so long, and his passing will be universally regretted. Among those left to mourn is Mrs. L. Imber (daughter), of Mudgee South. The funeral took place to the Church of England portion of the Mudgee cemetery this afternoon, the Rev. A. G. Powell officiating. The arrangements were carried out by Messrs. J. C. Swords and Son. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 21 February 1944, p. 3. Obituary Samuel Pickett OBITUARY The Late Mr. Samuel Pickett Still another of our grand old citizens passed over the Great Divide when Mr. Samuel Pickett passed away at Mudgee on 20th February. He had reached the ripe old age of 88, and until a few weeks previously had been well and unusually, active for a man of his years. Before residing at Cassilis he was, for many years, a resident of Pyangle. His long life was marked by industry and usefulness and his home was known to the borders for its ready hospitality; His wife pre-deceased him,also two sons. During his declining years he was lovingly cared for by his youngest daughter, Mrs. C. F. Clarke. He was a dear old father, loved and respected, and after his wife's death he insisted on keeping the home fires burning, and doing his best for his family. Nine daughters survive, together with a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. To them sincere sympathy is extended. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 6 March 1944, p. 6. Obituary Samuel Pickett Mainly About People The following daughters of the fine old pioneer, Mr. Samuel Pickett, of Autumn Hills (notice of whose death we recently published), are left to mourn, viz., Mrs. Janet Bayless (Bowenfels), Mrs. Alma Smede (Turill), Mrs. Ruth Cooper (Apple Tree Flat), Mrs. Hilda Imber Mudgee): Mrs. Bertha King (Kandos), Mrs. Phyllis Byfield (Kurrajong), Mrs. Daisy Milton (Turill), Mrs. Jemima Constable (Cassilis), and Mrs. Gwendoline Clarke (Sydney). To the bereaved our sincere sympathy is extended. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 13 March 1944, p. 2. Obituary Samuel Pickett In Memoriam PICKETT. Treasured memories of my beloved parents, Samuel and Jane Ann, dear ber Vincent, dear sisters Janet, Alma, Ruth, Hilda, Bertha and Phyllis. “To live in the hearts of those we love, is not to die”. - Gwen. Mudgee Guardian, Tuesday 23 February 1982, p. 9. In Memoriam Pickett Family |
Death of a paternal grandmother | Catherine Elizabeth Pickett 25 June 1948 (aged 36 years) DEATHS Mrs. C. Smede The death occurred in the Mudgee Hospital on Friday last of Mrs. Catherine Smede, at the great age of 96 years. Deceased who was one of the oldest identities of the Mudgee district, was a lady of sterling character, and won the love and respect of everyone with whom she came in contact. Like most of the pioneers, she was noted for her great, kindness and charity, and delighted in the performance of good deeds. Her passing will leave a gap in the lives of many people in town and district. To the sorrowing family the deepest sympathy will be extended. The funeral, which was attended by many old friends of the family, took place to the Church of England portion of the general cemetery on Saturday afternoon, the Rev. Canon Powell officiating. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 28 June 1948, p. 2. Obituary Mrs C Smede |
Burial of a paternal grandmother | Catherine Elizabeth Pickett 26 June 1948 (aged 36 years) |
Death of a father | Henry John Smede 13 October 1952 (aged 40 years) OBITUARY MR. H. J. SMEDE There passed away at the Mudgee District Hospital on October 13 one of the district's pioneers, Mr. Henry John Smede, aged 82 years. Deceased was born in the Rylstone district, where he spent his early days, and later came and settled near Cassilis as a farmer and grazier. He was a great cricket enthusiast and won many trophies, for bowling, batting and for highest average score. His health had been failing for three years, yet although the end was not unexpected, it came as a great shock to his family. Deceased is survived by his wife, five daughters, two sons, three bers and three sisters. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 27 October 1952, p. 1. Obituary Henry John Smede |
Death of a mother | Alma Margaret Pickett 14 September 1962 (aged 50 years) Obituary ALMA MARGARET SMEDE Mrs Alma Margaret Smede, of Lowlands, Turill, passed away in Daphne Bowman Hospital, Cassilis, on Friday, September 14. She was the widow of the late Henry John Smede. She is survived by the following family: Ivy, Rita, Alma, Athol, Winifred, Roderick and Molly. Her funeral will take place from St John's Church of England, Mudgee, on Wednesday, at 2 pm, for interment in the Mudgee Cemetery. Messrs Eastaugh & Carroll have charge of the funeral arrangements. Mudgee Guardian, Monday, 17 September 1962, p. 5, Obituary Alma Margaret Smede Obituary Mrs. Alma Smede, of Lowlands, Turill, aged 79, died in the Daphne Bowman Hospital on Friday morning last. The late Mrs. Smede was born and reared in the district where she spent all her life. Her husband predeceased her by several years. This grand old lady endeared herself to many by reason of her pleasing personality and her kindness to all with whom she cme in contact. She assisted at most sports and other functions over many years and was greatly attached to her church. There was a family of nine, seven daughters and two sons, Misses. Ivy, Rita, Hilda (Mrs. Marskell) deceased, Alma (Mrs. Stan Constable), Millie (Mrs. Alva Nevell) deceased, Winnie (Mrs. Papworth), Mollie (Mrs. Ted Miles) Sydney, Athol and Roddy to whom we extend our sympathy. She was buried on Monday in the St. Columbas Cemetery at 3 pm. The Rev. Winder, of Denman, officiated at the church and graveside. Mudgee Guardian, 20 September 1962, p. 21. Obituary Alma Smede In Memoriam SMEDE, - In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Alma Margaret, who passed away on the 14th September, 1962 - aged 79 years. 'The golden gate stood open on that unhappy day, With farewell words unspoken you sadly passed away. Our hearts still ache with sadness, Our eyes shed many a tear, God alone knows how we miss you, As it ends the first sad year.' So sadly missed by her loving daughters, Ivy and Rita, son Roderic, daughter-in-law Josie and grandchildren. Mudgee Guardian Friday 27 September 1963, p. 2. In Memoriam Alma Margaret Smede In Memoriam PICKETT. Treasured memories of my beloved parents, Samuel and Jane Ann, dear ber Vincent, dear sisters Janet, Alma, Ruth, Hilda, Bertha and Phyllis. “To live in the hearts of those we love, is not to die”. - Gwen. Mudgee Guardian, Tuesday 23 February 1982, p. 9. In Memoriam Pickett Family |
Burial of a mother | Alma Margaret Pickett 17 September 1962 (aged 50 years) |
Death of a sister | Ivy Neah Smede 2 April 1980 (aged 68 years) Age: 76 Headstone reads: Our aunts Ivy N Died 8.4.1980 Aged 76 years. Death Notice SMEDE, Ivy Neah (Miss), 2nd April, 1980 at Mudgee District Hospital late of “Lowlands” Turill. Loved sister of Rita, Alma (Mrs. Constable), Winifred (Mrs. Papworth), Molly (Mrs. Miles) and Roderick. Aged 76 years. Funeral took place from St. John’s Church of England Mudgee on Thursday, 3rd April for interment in the Mudgee Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in the hands of Eastaugh and Carroll. Mudgee Guardian, Tuesday 8 April 1980, p. 10. Death notice Ivy Neah Smede Obituary Miss Ivy Neah Smede The death occurred in the Mudgee District Hospital on April 2 of Miss Ivy Neah Smede 79, who was a very highly respected lifelong resident of 'Lowlands' Turill. Miss Smede was a member of the old pioneer Smede and Pickett families. She loved country life and had helped to run the family property for many years. Mrs Smede was the eldest of a family of nine and cared for, and nursed her aged parents. She had been like a mother to the youngest members of the family and her nephews and nieces. Miss Smede will be great, and sadly missed. As a young girl, Miss Smede was a good tennis player, enjoyed dancing and horse riding. She was predeceased by her parents Mr and Mrs Harry Smede (nee Pickett) and two sisters, Hilda (Mrs E Marskell) and Milly (Mrs A Nevell). Ms Smede is survived by four sisters, Miss Reta Smede, Alma (Mrs Constable), Winnie (Mrs Papworth), Molly (Mrs Miles) and ber Roddy, also a number of nephews and nieces and great nephews and nieces. Following a service in St John's Church of England, Mudgee at 4 pm on April 3 the funeral took place in the Mudgee Cemetery. Mudgee Guardian, Tuesday 15 April 1980, p. 2. Obituary Ivy Neah Smede |
Burial of a sister | Ivy Neah Smede 3 April 1980 (aged 68 years) Anglican Portion, Mudgee General Cemetery, Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia Latitude: S32.567945 Longitude: E149.617251Google Maps™Bing Maps™OpenStreetMap™ |
Death of a brother | Roderick Osborne Samuel Smede 6 November 1993 (aged 81 years) In Memoriam SMEDE: Jessie passed away 22.12.1988. SMEDE: Roderick passed away 6.11.1993. Memories are forever, Always in our hearts. Sadly missed and always loved from your family. Mudgee Guardian, Friday 23 December 2005, p. 40. In memoriam Roderick Smede |
Burial of a brother | Roderick Osborne Samuel Smede 1993 (aged 81 years) Shared note: Row V |
Death of a sister | Rita Henrietta Smede 17 March 1995 (aged 83 years) Headstone reads: Our aunts Ivy N Died 8.4.1980 Aged 76 years Rita H Died 17.3.1995 Aged 84 years. Death Notices SMEDE, Rita Henrietta: March 17th, 1995 late of ‘Lowlands’ Turill, Daughter of the late Henry and Alma Smede (Predeceased), loving sister of Ivy (dec.), Hilda Marskell (dec.), Alma Constable, Athol, Millie Nevell (dec.), Winifred Papworth, Roderick (dec.), Molly Miles, Dereck (dec. at 3 days). Sister-in-law and dear aunty to all their families. Aged 84 years. In God’s loving care. Mudgee Guardian, Tuesday 21 March 1995, p. 50. Obituary Rita Henrietta Smede |
Death of a sister | Winifred Esme Catherine Smede 11 March 2006 (aged 94 years) |
Death of a husband | Stanley George Constable 30 June 2007 (aged 95 years) |
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