Maud A Lyons, 1865

Name
Maud A /Lyons/
Given names
Maud A
Surname
Lyons
Birth 1865 20

Birth of a brotherLoftus J Lyons
1867 (aged 2 years)

Birth of a sisterMabel L Lyons
1869 (aged 4 years)

Death of a fatherMyles Hart Lyons
1876 (aged 11 years)

Note: MUDGEE.

MUDGEE.

DEATH OF MR. MYLES HARTE LYONS, OF MUDGEE. - Scarcely had we recovered from the shock occasioned by the death of Mr. Leary, when we were again startled by the sad announcement that Mr. Myles Harte Lyons, one of the oldest, residents of Mudgee, had been carried off by the cruel hand of death. Men who had been the deceased's dearest friends for upwards of twenty years, were sorrow stricken on being informed of his unexpected demise. It was noticeable for the last six months that Mr. Lyons' health was declining, but no one suspected even for a moment that his end was so near. About two years ago he suffered from a severe attack of cramp, the effect of which had never completely left him. His recovery was speedy, and he seemed to enjoy tolerably good health up to the commencement of last winter, when he complained of periodical attacks of his former disease. He was able to move about up to within a few days of his death, when it became apparent to his family that he could no longer keep from bed. On Wednesday evening he experienced a severe attack of croup, and it was deemed advisable to seek medical assistance. On Thursday morning a decided change for the better took place, which afforded much relief to his anxious wife and family, who now believed that he was out of danger. Father McCarthy took this opportunity of visiting Mr. Lyons, and fearing a relapse of former fits, prevailed upon him to make a preparation for death. To this he consented, and having calmly and resignedly made peace with his God, he entered into conversation with his religious attendant, and seemed, from the pleasant manner of his conversing, to be as hearty as ever. About five in the evening he relapsed into a severe attack of cramp, and Fathers McCarthy and Meade were summoned to his bedside. Mr. Lyons never rallied, and drew his last breath in a quiet swoon. Not the least sign of a struggle was manifest as he gave his last gasp, and it has been admitted by those who witnessed his death that they have never heard of an instance in which the departure of a soul was so calm and motionless. In his last moments the dying man's chamber presented a sight well calculated to move the stoutest heart. Around the death bed knelt the weeping family. The Viaticum was administered to the dying man, and as the priest pronounced the last word of prayer the sobs and lamentations of the distressed mother and children ushered his spirit into the presence of Him who gave it. The funeral took place on Saturday evening, and was largely attended. The last prayers were impressively read by Father Meade. Many a tear was dropped by the multitude who came to see the last of their respected friend. Myles Harte Lyons was born in the county Sligo, Ireland, and came to this colony about the year 1840. He received a good education. at the hands of efficient teachers in his native country, and studied the profession of a surveyor. After coming to New South Wales he pursued this business for some time in Maitland prior to his arrival in Mudgee. He came here in the year 1843 when Mudgee was in its infancy, and could scarce boast of more than half a dozen houses of any importance. Mr. Lyons was instrumental in the establishment of a Municipal Corporation at Mudgee, and was amongst the first aldermen ever elected here. It was arranged that he should occupy the higher position of Mayor, but this intention was frustrated by the treacherous conduct of one who was the first to suggest the idea to Mr. Lyons, and had pledged his support to the latter. At the end of the three years Mr Lyons was re-elected, and after faithfully discharging the duties of an alderman for six years he retired from the arena of public life. Since resigning the position of alderman, he has, nevertheless, always been one of the first to come forward in matters affecting the interests of himself and his fellow-townsmen. Mr. Lyons was also amongst the early magistrates of Mudgee, and his conduct in such office was characterised by justice and impartiality. He was an active member of every society which had for its object the moral advancement of his fellow citizens. After attaining the age of fifty seven years, he has gone down to the grave leaving behind him a memory cherished by all who knew him. One pleasant feature in connection with the burial of Mr. Lyons, was the presence of men whose opinions on almost every matter were, during his life, diametrically opposed to those of the deceased. They knew well, however, that in following the remains of Myles Harte Lyons they went to pay the last earthly honours to a man whose whole life entitled him to the epithet of “truest of friends and the noblest of foes.” When his spirit had fled all trace of former contention was obliterated, and his bitterest enemies, if any such existed, are free to admit that his memory is worthy of their veneration. Mudgee, September 4th, 1876.

Freeman's Journal, Saturday 9 September 1876, p. 9. Myles Hart Lyons Obituary

Death of a sisterMary Lyons
1905 (aged 40 years)

Note: Death at a Convent

Death at a Convent It is with regret we note the death in the convent at Parkes of Sister Mary Joseph (Lyons), a member of one of the oldest and most respected families in the Mudgee district. Mr. Charles and Myles Lyons, of Mudgee, and Mr. H. A. Lyons, solicitor, of Sydney, Mr. J. Lyons, headmaster of the Burrawang Public school and Mr. Loftus Lyons, of Sydney, are her brothers, there are also three sisters residing here. The deceased lady, who was 47 years of age, entered St. Joseph's Convent, Perth, 27 years ago. About a year ago she underwent a serious operation in Sydney, and since then has been in indifferent health. A month ago her condition became serious, her medical attendant holding out no hope of her recovery. The remains were conveyed by train to Perth on Thursday afternoon where the interment took place. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 2 October 1905, p. 2. Obituary Mary Lyons

Death of a brotherHenry Augustus Lyons
1 April 1907 (aged 42 years)

Note: Death of Mr. H. A. Lyons.

Death of Mr. H. A. Lyons. The following tribute to the late Mr. H. A. Lyons is from the pen of Mr. G. P. Coleman in the "Freeman's Journal." Both were residents of Mudgee in the old time, and there will be many old residents who will peruse these lines with interest: - "The sad duty falls upon us of announcing the death of Mr. Harry Augustus Lyons, of " Rostellan," Waverley. The fact that the end was preceded by a protracted decline in health, which made serious inroads on his strength and gradually weakened his powers of resistance, did not diminish the general regret felt when, on Easter Monday last, it became known that Mr. Lyons had died that morning at his mountain home at Katoomba. The deceased gentleman had throughout his life excellent health until a couple of years ago, when symptoms of diabetes manifested themselves. It became painfully apparent to his large circle of friends that a heavy drain had set in on his powers of endurance, and that he was making a heroic struggle against the fell malady. He availed himself of every remedy and attention with whose aid he might hope to check the insidious advances of the disease, but he gradually became weaker, and for some time past found it expedient to spend the weekends with his family on the mountains. On his last visit for Easter week he was prostrated by a fit of weakness, and a hasty summons brought quickly to his bedside his old friend, Father Kennedy, O.F.M., at whose hands he was prepared for a calm retreat from this world. Mr. Lyons rallied, and had quiet and painless intervals; but this latest attack on a constitution weakened by a long period of suffering could not be warded off, and after lapsing into unconsciousness on Sunday, he quietly passed away at half-past 4 o'clock on Easter Monday morning. The remains were conveyed to Waverley, and laid in repose at St. Charles' Church, of which the deceased gentleman and his family had been devoted and helpful parishioners for many years. The funeral took place on Tuesday at the Waverley cemetery. The burial prayers were impressively read by Father Begley, the responses being made by Fathers Kennedy, Joyce, and Hyland, and a number of acolytes who had formed in procession in the Cortege. The manifestations of grief at the graveside were general and sincere. The deceased, who was 51 years of age, is survived by four bers, Messrs. Charles, John, Myles Harte, and Loftus Lyons, and several sisters. Of his sisters the Misses Mary and Deborah Lyons entered the Order of the Sisters of St. Joseph many years ago at the Vale, near Bathurst, being known in religion as Sister Mary Joseph and Sister Anselm. The former was Reverend Mother of the parent house at Perth in the Bathurst diocese for 17 years, and died a few years ago while on a visit to the sister community at Parkes for change of air. Sister Anselm has also attained distinction in her Order, and is now the Reverend Mother of the community at Parkes. Miss Bodelia Lyons has lived in her late ber's home for some years past, and now shares her grief with Mrs. Lyons and her family. The death of Mr. Lyons suggests memories of the early days of his native town, Mudgee, in whose life his father, the late Myles Harte Lyons, J.P., a polished and educated Sligo gentleman, was then a vigorous and dominant unit. The deceased was the second son of the family, and became a pupil of the old National School, Mudgee, at a time when Frederick Bridges, who recently died at the head of his profession and bearing all its honors, was a pupil teacher on the old school's staff. After a successful school career he entered a solicitor's office in Mudgee. He subsequently held responsible positions in legal offices in Orange and Grafton, and eventually at Carcoar, where he qualified for and entered into articles with Mr. J. O. Dodd, solicitor. Returning to Mudgee in 1877, on the death of his father, he entered, under assignment of articles, the office of the late George Murray Dunn, an Irish solicitor of rare talent, with whom he afterwards completed his articles at Sydney, and was admitted to practice in December, 1861. He was in partnership with his old principal, Mr. G. M. Dunn, for a few years in Sydney, after which he entered upon the practice of his profession in the city. In 1885 he married Miss Catherine Fitzgerald, daughter of Mr. John Fitzgerald, of “The Mullion,” near Orange. His wife and ten children survive him. Although Mr. Lyons was averse from sacrificing his leisure to public matters, he and his family cheerfully accepted the obligations cast upon them by their social environments, and his passing hence has left a palpable void in a wide circle around “Rostellan,” where his influence was immediately felt for so many years past. The Franciscan Fathers feel that in the death of Mr. Lyons, they have to mourn the loss of a loyal and generous parishioner, who readily and cheerfully responded to every call made on him for counsel or help. “May he rest in peace.” Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 18 April 1907, p. 17. Obituary Henry Lyons

Death of a brotherFrederick Lyons
1931 (aged 66 years)

Death of a sisterDeborah Lyons
21 September 1934 (aged 69 years) Age: 78

Note: Sister M. A. Lyons

Sister M. A. Lyons ANOTHER link with the pioneer Sisters of St. Joseph was severed on Friday, when the death took place at the Perthville Convent of Sister Mary Anselm Lyons. The deceased was a daughter of the late Mr M. H. Lyons, who was a prominent figure in Mudgee for a great manly years. In her young days she acted as organist at St. Mary's Church. She entered the Sisterhood of St. Joseph at Perthville at the age of 23, and thus gave 55 years of her life to the cause of religion and education. She was Superior for many years at Cowra, Parkes and Warren. The last few years of her life were spent at O'Connell and at Perthville. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 24 September 1934, p. 4. Obituary Mary Anselm Lyons

Death of a brotherLoftus J Lyons
1956 (aged 91 years)

Family with parents
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Marriage Marriage1845
14 years
elder brother
3 years
elder brother
4 years
elder sister
3 years
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3 years
younger brother
18671956
Birth: 1867 22
Death: 1956
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