Sarah Gertrude Upham, 18891959 (aged 70 years)

Name
Sarah Gertrude /Upham/
Given names
Sarah Gertrude
Surname
Upham
Birth 1889 33 21

Birth of a brotherThomas Henry Upham
1892 (aged 3 years)

Birth of a sisterVera Jane Upham
1893 (aged 4 years)

Birth of a brotherHerbert William Upham
1897 (aged 8 years)

Birth of a sisterMartha P Upham
1900 (aged 11 years)

Birth of a sisterDoria A Upham
1903 (aged 14 years)

Death of a maternal grandfatherThomas Jackson
17 July 1907 (aged 18 years)

Note: DEATH OF MR. THOMAS JACKSON.

DEATH OF MR. THOMAS JACKSON.

A correspondent writes: - "General regret was felt when it became known that Mr Thomas Jackson of Slapdash and Stubbo, had breathed his last on Wednesday, July 17th, at 5 o'clock. Although he had been ailing for some time his end was not expected so soon. He was one of the oldest residents of Stubbo, and leaves a wife and ten children, six daughters and four sons. Deceased, at the time of his death, was 72 years of age, and his death leaves a blank that will be hard to fill. A large concourse followed the remains to the grave, his funeral being one of the largest ever seen in Gulgong, every business house being represented. Mr Jackson was well-known as a breeder of stock, and engaged largely in grazing pursuits. He was keen and shrewd in business matters, and a kind husband and father. Few men were more respected.

Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 25 July 1907, p. 13. Thomas Jackson Obituary

Burial of a maternal grandfatherThomas Jackson
1907 (aged 18 years)
Note: Thomas Jackson; Birth Date 1835?; DOD 17 July 1907/9238; Buried Gulgong Ang BM;

Thomas Jackson; Birth Date 1835?; DOD 17 July 1907/9238; Buried Gulgong Ang BM; father; Elizabeth & Thomas's marriage was reg'd at Windsor; son/Joseph & Mary Jackson; husb/Elizabeth Taylor; Children - Jane, Sarah A, Esther, Joseph J L, Walter, Thomas Robert, Alice T, George William James, Adria Lucretia Mildred, Elizabeth;

Birth of a sisterNellie Upham
1910 (aged 21 years)

MarriageWilliam H UphamView this family
1916 (aged 27 years)

Death of a fatherWilliam Henry Upham
12 June 1923 (aged 34 years)

Note: Obituary,

Obituary, MR. HENRY UPHAM PASSES AWAY. The death took place at Gulgong on June 12, of Mr. Henry Upham, of Gulgong, aged 67 years. Deceased, who was born at Cooyal, first came to Gulgong about 27 years ago. Prior to coming to Gulgong, he resided at Canadian for a number of years. Deceased took ill about ten days before his death, but his illness was not considered serious until two days before he passed away. He was then taken to the hospital, where he died early on the Monday morning. The deceased, who was very well known and highly respected, was a very active man, and never knew what sickness was until he contracted the illness which caused his death. He leaves a widow and seven children to mourn. They are: Mrs. J. Gudgeon (Barney's Reef), Mrs. W. Upham (Camperdown), Thomas and Herbert (Gulgong), Mrs. H. Stahl (Gulgong), Lyle (Plumpton), and Doris (Gulgong). The funeral took place on Tuesday last, the remains being laid to rest in the Presbyterian portion of the general cemetery. The Rev. G. Nelson Bensley performed the last sad rites. Mr. S. J. L. Turner had charge of the funeral arrangements. We extend our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 21 June 1923, p. 12. William Upham Obituary

Death of a maternal grandmotherElizabeth Taylor
3 May 1924 (aged 35 years)

Note: DEATH OF MRS. THOMAS JACKSON.

DEATH OF MRS. THOMAS JACKSON.

The death has occurred of another very old Gulgong identity. We refer to Mrs. Thomas Jackson, who passed away at her home at Stubbo on Saturday afternoon last. The deceased lady who was born at Windsor, New South Wales, came to Gulgong almost 60 years ago, travelling over the mountains with horse and dray with her husband and the first of her family. They had a bag of flour, which they had to cover with a sheet of bark on arriving, at Stubbo, where the land was selected, and a home built, where deceased resided right up to the time of her death. Deceased's husband predeceased her by about 17 years. The late Thomas Jackson was at one time a contractor, and he carted the stores for the present Sydney University. Like many of the old hands, the late Mrs. Jackson had some very exciting experiences. At one time when the Hawkesbury was in flood, she was crossing the bridge in a dray with her youngest child, and the water was running well into the dray. The child was nearly washed out of the dray. That child is now Mrs. W. Upham, a very highly respected resident of Gulgong. The deceased lady, who was 76 years of age, had not been ill very long. Many were her acts of kindness to those in need. Like her family she was very highly respected throughout the Gulgong district. The deceased leaves a family of nine children to mourn. They are Mesdames W. Upham (Gulgong), W. Finlay (Baradine), J. Finlay (Tamworth), J. C. Watson (Stubbo), J. Wilson (Gulgong), J. Lee (Pugoon), and Walter and Thomas and George of Gulgong. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon last, the remains being laid to rest in the Church of England portion of the general cemetery, Rev. C. J. Allen officiating. Mr. Turner had charge of the funeral arrangements. We extend to the bereaved family our deepest sympathy.

Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 8 May 1924, p. 2. Elizabeth Jackson Obituary

Note: Elizabeth Jackson (Taylor); Birth Date 1848, NSW Australia, 1181/1848 V18481181 33A; DOD 3 May 19241…

Elizabeth Jackson (Taylor); Birth Date 1848, NSW Australia, 1181/1848 V18481181 33A; DOD 3 May 192410189; Age 76; Buried Gulgong Ang BM; the marriage of her parents in 1842, as well as Elizabeth's birth 1848, were both reg'd at St Matthew's CoE, Windsor NSW ; Elizabeth & Thomas's marriage was reg'd at Windsor; dau/Robert Taylor & Hannah Huff; w/Thomas Jackson NSW 1866/3333; Children - Jane, Sarah A, Esther, Joseph J L, Walter, Thomas Robert, Alice T, George William James, Adria Lucretia Mildred, Elizabeth;

Death of a motherJane Jackson
9 August 1926 (aged 37 years) Age: 59

Note: Death at Gulgong

Death at Gulgong MRS. H. UPHAM Quite a gloom passed over Gulgong when the sad word of the death of the late Mrs. H. Upham was made known. Deceased was a woman of outstanding character, a true type of woman, of cheerful disposition, and ever ready to assist less fortunate neighbors or friends or any in need of sympathy for practical help. The late Mrs. Upham, who was born at Windsor, was 59 years of age, and resided in this district nearly all her life, which during that period was one of radical usefulness. She mostly went about her way with the idea of doing good, her aim being to help suffering humanity as best she could. She was indeed a "white" woman in every sense of the expression, and she proved a great friend to many in the district. She was of an unassuming nature, and in her quiet way did a lot of good, preferring to perform kind acts quietly rather than to bring any of her acts under the light of publicity. Deceased had resided in the town for over 30 years, having previously resided with her husband (the late Mr. H. Upham) and family in the Canadian Lead area. The high esteem and respect in which the late Mrs. Upham was held was evidenced by the numerous expressions of sympathy which the family has received and by the large number who took part in the funeral. The Rev. A. G. Palmer (Presbyterian Church) officiated at the graveside, the funeral arrangements having been carried out by Mr. S. J. L. Turner. The following are the family who are left to mourn their loss:- Messrs. T. Upham, P. Upham, Mesdames J. H. Stahl, W. Upham (Sydney), J. H. Gudgeon, and Misses L. Upham (Sydney) and D. Upham. The "Gulgong Advertiser" joins with their numerous friends in expressing the deepest sympathy in the loss of one who was possessed of such a splendid character. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 19 August 1926, p. 3. Jane Upham Obituary

Note: Jane Upham, DOB, 1867?; DOD, 9 August 1926; Age 59; Buried, Gulgong Pbn BN; mother; Spouse William H…

Jane Upham, DOB, 1867?; DOD, 9 August 1926; Age 59; Buried, Gulgong Pbn BN; mother; Spouse William Henry;

Death of a sisterVera Jane Upham
August 1938 (aged 49 years)

Note: DEATH

DEATH

Mrs. J. H. Stahl

THE sad death occurred during the week-end of Mrs. Stahl, wife of Mr. J. H. Stahl, deputy-mayor of Gulgong. Deceased was a very popular lady and a splendid worker for all charitable movements. Her sudden demise in the prime of life as the result of pneumonia, cast quite a gloom over the old mining town. The funeral yesterday was one of the largest ever seen in Gulgong. To the bereaved we extend our deepest sympathy. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 22 August 1938, p. 4. Vera Stahl Death

Note: Shocked And Saddened Community

Shocked And Saddened Community

DEATH OF MRS. VERA JANE STAHL Citizens Suffer Loss of Very Dear Friend

POPULAR LADY: WONDERFUL TRIBUTES THE heartfelt sympathy of the whole community goes out to Ald. J. H. Stahl, deputy-mayor, of Gulgong, and storekeeper, of Herbert street, Gulgong, whose wife, Mrs. Vera Jane Stahl, passed away in a private hospital in Gulgong on Saturday afternoon last, aged 44 years. Her passing shocked and saddened everyone, for deceased was a deservedly popular lady and a splendid worker for all charity movements. Scores of people have lost a very dear friend. A particularly fine tribute was the wealth of floral tributes and the attendance at the last sad rites at the graveside, the funeral being one of the largest - if not the largest - in the history of Gulgong. The late Mrs. Stahl was a native of Gulgong, a town she loved. She attended school here, where she was a great favorite amongst other pupils. Her manner was bright and cheery; her nature sweet and lovable. Laugh, little girl, laugh and sing, And coax the joy from everything; Take gladness at its fullest worth. And make each hour an hour of mirth. So that when on the downward slope Of life, the radiant sky of hope Will bend above you all the way, And make you happy as today. That was Vera Jane Stahl at school in Gulgong. Later, she joined the staff of Loneragan's, some time afterwards becoming manageress of the crockery and stationery departments. Of a pleasing personality, she became a great asset to the firm, to whom she was wonderfully loyal and for whom she worked in a capable and charming manner. Possessing the right disposition for business, she became very popular with the firm's many customers. Adored by her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Upham, who had an honorable association with the town, she was welcome wherever she went. Her interests in her younger days included music. Having been taught the piano, she qualified for the cap and gown, but the honor was not bestowed on her. All through the years she has given of her best in music. Her voice has been heard on innumerable occasions in Gulgong and district. At church, in the home of her parents, in her own home, in scores of other homes, at social functions for various causes, on the public platform her voice has been heard with advantage and with benefit. It was not by any means a small effort for her to take part in affairs musical, but the cause was the thing - it always came first. Mrs Stahl had a kind and gentle disposition. Her manner was charming. Always bright and cheerful, she was a wonderful inspiration to every member of the community, which is not unmindful and grateful for all she has done for the town. She was deeply interested in the welfare of numerous institutions and organisations, particularly St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, of which she was a very valued member. She had been a Sunday school teacher, after having been a regular attendant herself as a pupil. She was a member of the choir, had played the organ and sang solos in the church here as well as at country centres. Other services were also given to the church in decorating it with flowers, in assisting to raise funds, in collecting, to mention just a few. A consistent worker for each and every worthy came, deceased made great sacrifices from time to time. Although she took a deep and abiding interest in her home, her husband and her son (Doug.), and daughter (June), her help was always available in public movements. It would be difficult to say exactly where it commenced and ended. In some organisations there are those who are prepared to let a few others do all the work; Mrs Stahl was amongst the latter. A foundation member and an ex-president of the Gulgong branch of the Country Women's Association, to which she was a tower of strength, Mrs. Stahl was one of the advisers to the C.W.A. Younger Set; was treasurer of the Red Cross Society; a vice-president of the P. and C. Association; a member of the Home League of the Salvation Army, an organisation which she enthusiastically supported; a keen worker for the Gulgong District Hospital and the Gulgong Show Society. Besides being a good competitor at the annual show she would act as steward; her brightness and courteousness whilst acting in the latter position was a feature of her work. There were her appreciated efforts during the Great War. No one was more highly esteemed than the late Mrs. Stahl, who had a good word for everyone. No harsh or unkind words, no cutting remarks fell from her lips. She lived the life of a Christian woman. There would never be any wars in the world if all people had the beautiful disposition, character and lady-like qualities the late Mrs. Stahl had. Gulgong will never forget Mrs. Stahl, who had a heart of gold. She was one who would never do anyone a bad turn, but who never hesitated in doing a good one, although that fact was not broadcast as far as she was concerned. None will ever know all that Mrs. Stahl did for the destitute. No wonder she was so greatly beloved. She took a delight in being kind and considerate to children. Her reward was the joy she gave them and she wanted nothing better. Though a noble woman has gone to her reward, the influence of her fine example will live on. A better friend in every sense of the word would be almost impossible to find anywhere. All sections treasured her friendship. The goodness which she graciously showered on people by kindly attention in times of trouble and sickness will never be forgotten by them. As a wife and mother, she was always kindly and loving to a degree, and the loss to the hearts of her loved ones will be great. But the knowledge that she had led such an exemplary life must be an inspiration to them, as it is to all, to carry on as she would have done - kindly and bravely. She will not be forgotten. As Longfellow wrote: There is no death! What seems so is transition. This life of mortal breath Is but a suburb of the life elysian, Whose portal we call Death! We will be patient, and assuage that feeling, We may not wholly stay, By silence sanctifying, not concealing The grief that must have way. The late Mrs. Stahl took a great pride in her home which she had so daintily furnished. She was admitted to Sister Betts' private hospital on Sunday week with pleurisy; pneumonia supervened, causing her death early on Saturday afternoon last. August 21 is the day on which for many years past a combined commemoration service has been held for the late Mrs. W. H. Upham (deceased's mother) and Miss May Douglas and deceased had always taken a prominent part in collecting bunches of violets for decorating the church. It was known as Violet Day. Before entering the hospital she had made arrangements for some violets to be made available for the day. They were there last Sunday, but how the scene was changed. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon to the Presbyterian portion of the local cemetery, the Rev. W. L. I. Arnold officiating. The arrangements were carried out by Mr. R. S. Bayliss. The sadness of the event and the wealth of floral tributes brought tears to many an eye. The pallbearers were: Dr. L. Tunley, Messrs G. U. Hiddleston, D. Cameron and W. Lockerby (members of the committee of management of the church).

LOVED HER CHURCH A beautiful service was conducted by the Minister of the Presbyterian charge (Rev. W. L. I. Arnold) prior to the cortege leaving for the Presbyterian portion of the Gulgong cemetery. The Rev. Mr. Arnold, in his remarks, said: "Today we have lost a very dear friend, one who never let us down when we needed her services. She loved her church and used her beautiful voice for the glory of God. Our lips fail to give adequate expression to our innermost thoughts at such a time as this. A few weeks ago I lost my dearest friend, my mother, and I can quite understand the feelings of the dear bereaved ones of the late Vera Stahl. Everything was done to bring about her recovery. Doctor and nurses exercised untiring efforts, and too much cannot be said in their praise. Sister Betts was an intimate friend, which fact, meant much to her patient. 'Let us not sorrow as those without hope,' said Paul. We meet here as Christian people who entertain a great and glorious hope that we shall all obtain eternal life through our Lord, Jesus Christ. Hence, we who believe in Christ may be separated in body but not in spirit. Our spirits blend with the spirits of our loved ones around the throne of grace. There can never be a separation in Christ. "I deemed it a sacred privilege to be with the late Mrs. Stahl at the time of her death. Only a few hours before her passing I had asked the deceased did she know in whom she could place her trust. She gave me a most decided answer. Therefore, I know that she has gone to be with Christ and has joined the white-robed throng, where there is no more sorrow or death. We are told in the sacred volume that it was expedient for Christ to go away. He was only thirty-three years of age when He was crucified, and it seemed hard to lose a dear friend and companion just when He was, as it seemed, on the threshold of the accomplishment of great things. There are many things that we will not understand in this life, and sometimes we may even question God's love. Did not the departure of Jesus mean the salvation of the world? Did not twelve faithful souls take His place and carry the Gospel into many lands? And who can tell but that it may have been expedient for our friend to leave us that many may take her place and expand the good work that she did among us, and that as a result a wider circle may embrace eternal verities which will never be broken in this life or in the life to come. If the taking of a loved one means eternal union and fellowship with that one. we can submit to the will of our Heavenly Father knowing that 'all things work together for good to them that love God.' "As a young man I attended a Bible class which was conducted by one who was a beautiful Christian character. He loved his church and did what he could for his fellow men. At the age of 44 years he passed away. It seemed hard that such a good man should be taken away in the prime of life, and some of his friends questioned God's love. A few weeks afterwards an 'In Memoriam' service was held, which proved to be one of the most soul-stirring services I have had the privilege of attending. At the close of that service thirty young men dedicated their lives to God, and solemnly promised to take the place of their beloved leader. I was one of those young men. Now I realise that it was expedient for our leader to go away in order that the eternal circle might be enlarged. "These beautiful wreaths and flowers and the large congregation of friends inside and outside this church is a wonderful tribute of love and esteem. What better eulogy could be made of anyone than to hear it said, 'Behold how she loved us'? In the shortest, and yet, the sweetest, verse in the Bible we are told that 'Jesus wept.' This was the expression of our Lord's real manhood - a heart full of love and sympathy going out to those in great sorrow. Even today all Christian people are experiencing, under similar circumstances, His wonderful love and comfort, and in many cases were it not for this our burdened hearts would break. Truly we can say, 'What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear.' "I earnestly plead with you this afternoon to be prepared to meet your Maker, for death comes to us all, and when the roll is called up yonder, may you be able to say 'I'll be there.' Jesus, on the night when he made known the nearness of the time for His departure, and observing the grief that lay heavily upon the hearts of His disciples, said, 'Let not your hearts be troubled. Ye believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.' These words were a source of great comfort to the disciples, and they still bring comfort to many sorrowing souls today. "We extend to the bereaved ones this afternoon our love and heartfelt sympathy, and pray that the God of all comfort may place around them His loving and everlasting arms and bear them up on the wings of faith." The following brothers and sisters survive: Messrs T. H. Upham, H. W. Upham (Gulgong), Mesdames J. H. Gudgeon (Gulgong), W. H. Upham (Camperdown), H. Selig, nee Miss Lyle Upham (Stanmore) and Miss Doris Upham (Manly). To the bereaved we extend our deepest sympathy.

MEMORIAL SERVICE A memorial service is to be conducted in St. Andrew's Church on Sunday evening next.

FLORAL TRIBUTES Floral tributes were sent by:- Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Farthing and family, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bowman, Mr. and Mrs. S. G. Black, Mr. and Mrs. H. V. Croft and Jack, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Honeysett, Mrs. Curry and Lila, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Saunders, Mr. and Mrs. B. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. L. Norris, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. English and family, the Wilde and May families, Mr. and Mrs. H. Beattie and family, Mr. and Mrs. D. D. McPherson and family, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Williams and family, Mr. and Mrs. Watt, Mrs. E. J. Watt and families, Mr. and Mrs. Niven, Gwen and Jean, Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Milling, Sister L. Betts, Mel and Ted Foster, Win Naughton, Mrs. Sloman and Mrs. J. Gudgeon, snr., Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tomlinson and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. Lett and family, J. Nicholas and family, Mr. and Mrs. R. Huxley, Mr. and Mrs. F. Ryan, Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Bayliss, Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Chick, B. Snelson, Mr. and Mrs. J. Tapp, Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Wallis and family, Norman and Grace Chick, the Snelson families, Mrs. Woods, Mrs. Glover and Lorna, Mr. and Mrs. Lugsden and family, Mr. and Mrs. B. Sweeney and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. Foster, Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Dougan, Mr. and Mrs. McPherson, Dr. and Mrs. R. M. Allport, Mr. & Mrs. J. Riddle, Mr. & Mrs. W. D. Hooper and family, Mr. and Mrs. F. Menchin and family, Mr. and Mrs. G. Williams, Dewar family, Mr. and Mrs. C. Dodds and Mavis, Mr. and Mrs. J. Comer and family, Mr. and Mrs. McGuire, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Copper and family, Frances Jones, Mr. and Mrs. A. Ryan, Mrs. Ryan and Eileen, Mrs. M. A. C. Spears, Mrs. Dunn and Wes., Mr. and Mrs. T. Amies and Mary, Mr. and Mrs. S. V. Coleman and family, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Taylor and family, Mr. and Mrs. R. Nichols and family, Mr. and Mrs. T. Edmunds and Millie, F. and Mercy Tomlinson, David Whale and family, Jack Gardiner and sisters, Mr. and Mrs. W. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Campbell and family, Miss Walls, Mr. and Mrs. Bartimote, Bob and Gladys Campbell, Mrs. E. Kable Mrs. R. Brooks, Mr. and Mrs. Curry, and Lila, J. J. Dowd and family, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Cross, Hilda and Lorna, Mr. and Mrs. G. Callan and family, John and the Misses Tuxford, Mr. and Mrs. McKeown and Jack, Ray and Annie Roth and family, Mr. and Mrs. A. Adams and family, Mr. and Mrs. Newberry and Ray, Miss E. Buckley, Mr. and Mrs. Bailey, Mr. and Mrs. W. Davies, Mr. and Mrs. O'Neil and Miss Cunningham, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. A. Davis and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. T. Gudgeon and family, Mr. and Mrs. Pat Lund, Mrs. Davis and family, Mr. and Mrs. Reg. Croft and family, Mr. and Mrs. A. Lund, Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Heard and family, Mr. and Mrs. J. Rindfleish, Mr. and Mrs. P. Huxley and family, Mr. and Mrs. J. Evans and family, Beryl, Mrs. E. Ross and family, Bob Gudgeon, Mr. and Mrs. R. Gorrie and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Bennett and family, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hoult, Freda and Yvonne, Mr. J. Lyons, Mrs. Wade Gudgeon, Ethel and Vi, Telephone Exchange staff, the Salvation Army Band, Council of the Municipality of Gulgong, the employees of J. H. Stahl and Co., Junior Red Cross, Gulgong branch, the Presbyterian Ladies' Guild, Gulgong, members S.A. Home League, Gulgong Golf Club, Red Cross Society, Congregation Presbyterian Church, Dunedoo, the directors and staff Jas. Loneragan Gulgong Pty. Ltd., Lodge Wyaldra, C.W.A. Younger Set, Country Women's Association officers, Scouts and Cubs of 1st Gulgong Troop of Boy Scouts; girls and boys of the Gulgong Public School; the Gulgong Presbyterian Charge, Uncle George and Auntie Jean and family, Val, Cecil and children, mother, dad and Ena, Tom Eunice, Marjorie, Bruce and Mrs Brown, Pat and Roy, Bill and Doris, Hilda, Jimmy, Ella and Peter, Nell, Jack and John, Auntie Lillie and family.

MEETING POSTPONED Owing to Mrs. Stahl's death, the fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Town Council will not take place tonight (Wednesday). On Monday the council chambers were closed and no council work was done. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 25 August 1938, p. 12. Vera Stahl Death

Note: GULGONG PERSONAL

GULGONG PERSONAL

Mr. W. Dykes and Mrs. Dykes (nee Miss Doris Gudgeon) of Manly, attended the funeral on Sunday of Mrs. Dykes' aunt, Mrs J. H. Stahl. They returned to Sydney on Monday, and were accompanied by two sisters of deceased, Mesdames W. H. Upham (Camperdown) and H. Selig (Stanmore). Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 25 August 1938, p. 12. Vera Stahl Death

Note: LATE MRS. STAHL

LATE MRS. STAHL

Council's Sympathy THE mayor (Ald. A. E. Souter), at last meeting of the Gulgong Municipal Council) in moving a motion of sympathy with Ald. J. H. Stahl (deputy mayor), referred to the serious loss sustained since previous meeting by the death of Mrs. Stahl. He stated that the previous meeting had been postponed owing to her death. He added that everyone fully recognised the late Mrs. Stahl's good work for the town. Ald. A. Baldwin said that he would like very sincerely to second the motion. The death of Mrs. Stahl had come as a dreadful shock to the community. Ald. Stahl had lost a good woman, who was esteemed by the whole of the residents of the town and district. Aldermen J. P. English, T. Amies, L. Watt, and the clerk (Mr. I. C. Gilbert) and the inspector (Mr. E. J. Gudgeon) supported the motion, which was carried by those present standing in silence. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 22 September 1938, p. 12. Vera Stahl Death

Death of a brotherHerbert William Upham
1947 (aged 58 years)

Note: Widespread Regret at Sudden Death of Mr. “Peter” Upham

Widespread Regret at Sudden Death of Mr. “Peter” Upham Deep, general and wide-spread regret was expressed at the death of Mr. Herbert William (“Peter”) Upham, head of a department of Loneragan's, which took place at the Gulgong District Hospital after a brief illness. All who knew “Peter,” feel in his death a personal loss. He had apparently always enjoyed good health and word of his admission to the hospital a few weeks ago caused a.surprise to relatives and friends alike. Everyone received a profound shock on hearing of his comparatively sudden death. Deceased was born in Gulgong 50 years ago. Leaving school at an early age, “Peter,” in knickerbockers, joined the staff of Loneragan's at the same time as Mr. W. Allen (now of the P.M.G s. Department, Sydney), and remained a valued member of the staff up to the time of his death. One who had known “Peter” all his life has recalled that he started out in his first and only job wearing a white starched hat, which was the fashion for boys in those days. The late Mr. James Loneragan was head of the business at the time. The late Mr. Upham was respected by all who knew him - and who around Gulgong didn't know 'Peter'? He had a good feeling towards everyone and was popular with all sections of the community. In business life his honesty and integrity were well known to all those who met him in that particular relationship. His name will be remembered as one who gave much of what he had to give to his friends and to Gulgong. Mr. Upham was the owner of a number of town and district properties. He was a great lover of horses. With the exception of the years he served the town and district as a director of the Gulgong District Hospital, he did not take much personal interest in public affairs, but he was a ready supporter of various organisations and worthy causes. But he took a special interest in the old brass band - or one of them, as there were two in existence in his younger days - having joined one over 30 years ago under the band-mastership of the late Mr. A. J. Simpson. Prior to the cortege leaving for the Presbyterian portion of the Gulgong cemetery, the Rev. G. J. Stevens, Presbyterian Minister, conducted a service in. St. Andrew's Church. “We shall never forget his friendship; we shall always remember his cheery spirit,” said Rev. Mr. Stevens in prayer at the service. In referring to the late Mr. Upham's life, Rev. Mr. Stevens said that Mr. Upham had affectionately been known to all in the town as “Peter.” They would never forget that true friendship which had characterised his life. They would always remember the courteous treatment he gave behind the counter when they went to buy things at Loneragan's. He was quiet and unassuming; in all his ways he ran true. 'As we look at the casket and this array of flowers,' said Rev. Mr. Stevens, and as we remember your coming, out of respect, we say, “This was a man.” Deceased is survived by the following brother and sisters: Mr. T. H. Upham (Gulgong); Mesdames J. H. Gudgeon (Cremorne); W. Upham (Stanmore); H. Selig (Chatswood); Miss Doris Upham (Manly). This paper joins with its readers in expressing heartfelt sympathy for the bereaved. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 19 June 1947, p. 16. Herbert Upham Obituary

Death 9 July 1959 (aged 70 years)

Note: DEATHS

DEATHS UPHAM, Gertrude Sarah. - July 9, 1959, at a private hospital, Cronulla, at Darook, Park Road, Cronulla, beloved wife of William Henry Upham, dear mother of Keith, Frank, Maxwell, Joan (Mrs. F. Trembath), Lyle, (Mrs. H. Selling), and Tom, aged 69 years. Sydney Morning Herald, Saturday 11 July 1959, p. 68. Gertrude Sarah Upham Death

Family with parents
father
mother
Marriage Marriage1888
1 year
elder sister
2 years
herself
4 years
younger brother
18921972
Birth: 1892 36 24
Death: 16 October 1972
2 years
younger sister
18931938
Birth: 1893 37 25
Death: August 1938
5 years
younger brother
4 years
younger sister
4 years
younger sister
8 years
younger sister
Family with William H Upham
husband
herself
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DEATHS UPHAM, Gertrude Sarah. - July 9, 1959, at a private hospital, Cronulla, at Darook, Park Road, Cronulla, beloved wife of William Henry Upham, dear mother of Keith, Frank, Maxwell, Joan (Mrs. F. Trembath), Lyle, (Mrs. H. Selling), and Tom, aged 69 years. Sydney Morning Herald, Saturday 11 July 1959, p. 68. Gertrude Sarah Upham Death