Cudgegong Valley History Project

A Great Old Age.

Mr. George Lovegrove, of Cassilis, who died recently, had reached the very great age of 95. He was only ill a week or so, and up till then was wonderfully active. The deceased was the father of Mr. Ambrose Lovegrove and Mr. James Lovegrove.

Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 10 October 1901, p. 8. George Lovegrove Death

Mrs. Ambrose Lovegrove.

Mrs. A. Lovegrove, senr., of "Hampton," Cassilis, passed away recently, after a long and distressing illness, borne with the Christian resignation and fortitude that was characteristic of her whole life. Deceased was a native of the Cassilis district, in which all her 62 years were spent, being the only daughter of the late Mr. Patrick Regan, for many years manager of Messrs. A. and E. Bowman's Rotherwood Station near Cassilis. A husband and a numerous family of adult sons and daughters, nearly all resident within a few miles of the parental home, remain to mourn the loss of an exemplary Catholic wife and mother. The late Mrs. Lovegrove was always a powerful influence in all local church movements, both by personal service and monetary assistance. In the wider sphere of Christian charity, her benevolence was manifested without regard to sect or class. It is small wonder that a great procession of mourners followed her mortal remains to their last resting-place beside those of her parents in the little cemetery on the hill behind the pretty Catholic church at Cassilis. The Very Rev. Father O'Reilly, of Merriwa, who had attended to the spiritual wants of his long-suffering parishioner, officiated at the grave. The family consist of Mr. G. P. Lovegrove (Coolah), Mrs. Burgess (Cassi lis), Mrs. P. C. Luney (Oberon), Mr. A. J. Lovegrove (Uarbry), Mr. Thos. Lonergan (Coolah), Mrs. F. P. Smyth (Tongy) Mr. W. Lovegrove (Gilgandra), Sister M. Laurence (Convent of St. Joseph, Lochinvar), Messrs. Edward, Allan and Cecil Lovegrove, and Miss Isabel Lovegrove ("Hampton," Cassilis). - R.I.P.

Catholic Press, Thursday 21 January 1915, p. 26. Sarah Lovegrove Obituary

Old Pioneer Passes

AMBROSE LOVEGROVE, CASSILIS. On Thursday last another of the pioneers of Australian colonisation passed out in Mr. Ambrose Lovegrove of "Hampton,'' Cassilis.'' Mr Lovegrove was a fine type of the early pioneer, being made of that moral fibre which produced the race that Australia can take pride in. He was 79 years of age when he died, and was in this country 71 years of that time, having arrived here with his parents from England when only eight years of age. Shortly after coming to Australia, Mr. Lovegrove's father came to work on Mr. Busbys' Cassilis station, and later on his son started out as a teamster. Later he selected land and did well, until, at the time of his death he owned 4000 acres. The deceased was of a retiring nature and honorable to the last degree. With those who know him, Mr. Lovegrove's word was sufficient bond, such was the character of the man. He was greatly esteemed and respected. His wife predeceased him about seven years. Her maiden name was Sarah Ryan, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Ryan, a one-time manager of Rotherwood station. Seven sons and five daughters survive. They are G. P. and T. J., Coolah; A. J., "Flaymount,", Uarbry-road; William, Collie; J. A., Cecil and Edward, "Hampton," Cassilis; Mrs. E. Burgees. "Hampton," Cassilis; Mrs. P. Loney, Bega; Mrs. F,. Smythe, "Dalkeith," Cassilis; Sister Laurence, Port Macquarie Convent; Mrs. Blake, "Llangollan," Cassilis. Mr. Lovegrove took a great interest in sheep breeding, and was always proud of his flock. Deceased was buried at Cassilis the Rev. Father O'Reilly, Merriwa, reading the burial service.

Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 15 June 1922, p. 3. Ambrose Lovegrove Obituary

DEATH OF A PIONEER.

An old pioneer of the early days in Cassilis passed away, in the person of Mr. Ambrose Lovegrove, sen., of Hampton, at the ripe age of 79, on Thursday last, after an illness of a week's duration. For some 12 months past his health had not been satisfactory, but it was not until recently, that he had to take to his bed, and in spite of the attention of Dr. Lawrance and a trained nurse, the end came peacefully on Thursday night, June 8. The late Mr. Lovegrove was universally liked and esteemed by all with whom he came in contact. His remains were laid to rest in the Roman Catholic cemetery on Friday afternoon last in the presence of a large gathering. The funeral rites were administered by the Rev. Father O'Reilly, of Merriwa. We extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy. A short account of the deceased's life will appear in next issue.

Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 15 June 1922, p. 3. Ambrose Lovegrove Obituary

Mr. Ambrose Lovegrove.

A fine type of pioneer passed away recently, in the person of Mr. Ambrose Lovegrove, grazier, of Hampton, near Cassilis. Mr. Lovegrove had nearly reached the age of 80. From early boyhood, when he arrived from England with his parents, he resided in the Cassilis district, where he was well-known and highly respected. He married Miss Sarah Regan, who, despite the fact that her husband continued for years the practice of his own (Church of England) religion. never abated by one jot the fervour of her Catholic faith and practice, and infused the same fine, robust spiritual life into the children. As a result, she had the satisfaction about 15 years ago of seeing her husband received into the Catholic Church. This was no formal ceremony with the late Mr. Lovegrove, but a real spiritual conversion, based on conviction and faith, as evidenced by the life of strict adherence to the practices of the religion of his adoption lived by this fine old gentleman ever since. He had the consolations of that religion in his last conscious hours, at the hands of the Very Rev. Father W. E. O'Reilly. At the obsequies, Father O'Reilly spoke feelingly, and in words of high eulogy of the departed one, with whom he had long been on terms of close friendship. Mrs. Lovegrove predeceased her husband by five or six years. A numerous family remain to mourn the loss of a loving and beneficent father. They are as follow: Mr. G. P. Lovegrove (Coolah), Mr. T. J. Lovegrove (grazier, Coolah), Mr. A. J. Lovegrove (Cassilis), Mr. W. Lovegrove (grazier, Gilgandra), Messrs. Edward, Allan and Cecil Lovegrove (Cassilis); Mrs. Burgess (Cassilis), Mesdames Blake (Cassilis), Smyth (Dalkeith, Cassilis), Mrs. Luney (Bega), and Sister M. Lawrence (of the Order of St. Joseph, Port Macquarie). The late Mr. Lovegrove experienced the usual vicissitudes of the men who pioneered the virgin lands of the continent, but managed to leave as a legacy to his family the well-improved and valuable property of "Hampton." At the time of his advent in the district, in 1852, this region was but sparsely settled, and extremely isolated. In those early days the late Mr. Lovegrove drove his wool on bullock dray to Morpeth, the port of shipment, for the northern railway was then unknown. - R.I.P.

Catholic Press, Thursday 6 July 1922, p. 12. Ambrose Lovegrove Obituary

DEATH OF MR. A. LOVEGROVE.

On Thursday last there passed away at his late residence "Hampton," Cassilis, Mr. Ambrose Lovegrove, at the age of 79 years. The remains were interred in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Cassilis, on Friday, Father O'Reilly, of Merriwa, reading the burial service.

Mudgee Guardian, Monday 12 June 1922, p. 6. Ambrose Lovegrove Death

Mr. William Andrew Lovegrove.

The recent death of Mr. William Andrew Lovegrove, of Lower Miller-street, deprived Gilgandra of one of its most estimable residents. He was a son of the late Ambrose and Mrs. Lovegrove, of Cassilis, N.S.W., and was born there 46 years ago. Some 16 years ago Mr. Lovegrove took up land in the Collie district, and engaged in mixed farming until a few months ago. Mr. Lovegrove was for many years a prominent Hibernian, and at the time of his death was president of St. Joseph's branch, Gilgandra. The funeral moved from the District Hospital to the Catholic portion of the general cemetery, and was followed by a large number of people, amongst whom were a number of Hibernians, who, in regalia, formed a guard of honour at the graveside. Four of deceased's brother officers also acted as pall-bearers. The prayers at the graveside were recited by Rev. Father Parker, who was unremitting in his attentions during Mr. Lovegrove's illness. He is survived by a widow and three children, and by six brothers, Messrs. Ambrose (Tambar Springs), George and Tom (Coolah), Edward (Gunnedah), Allen and Cecil (Cassilis), and by five sisters, Mrs. Burgess (Cassilis), Sister M. Lawrence (St. Joseph's Convent, Lochinvar), Mrs. Looney (Bega), and Mrs. Smythe and Mrs. Blake (Cassilis). - R.I.P.

Catholic Press, Thursday 22 August 1929, p. 39. William Lovegrove Obituary

OBITUARY.

MR. WILLIAM ANDREW LOVEGROVE. We regret to announce the recent death of Mr. William Andrew Lovegrove, of Lower Miller-street, Gilgandra, fortified by the rites of Holy Church. The deceased was a son of the late Ambrose and Mrs. Lovegrove, of Cassilis, N.S.W., and was born there 46 years ago. Some 16 years ago Mr. Lovegrove took up land in the Collie district and engaged in mixed farming. Some months ago he disposed of his property. Mr. Lovegrove was for many years a prominent Hibernian, and at the time of his death was president of St. Joseph's Branch, Gilgandra. The funeral moved from the district hospital to the Catholic portion of the general cemetery and was followed by a large number of people, amongst whom were a number of Hibernians, who, in regalia, formed a guard of honor at the graveside. Four of deceased's brother officers also acted as pallbearers. The prayers at the graveside were recited by Rev. Father Parker, who was unremitting in his attentions during Mr. Lovegrove's illness. He is survived by a widow and three children, and by six brothers - Messrs. Ambrose (Tambar Springs), George and Tom (Coolah), Edward (Gunnedah), Allen and Cecil (Cassilis), and by five sisters - Mrs. Burgess (Casillis), Sister Lawrence (St. Joseph's Convent, Lochinvar), Mrs. Looney (Bega) and Mrs. Smythe and Mrs. Blake (Casillis).

Freeman's Journal, Thursday 22 August 1929, p. 8. William Lovegrove Obituary

MR. GEORGE P. LOVEGROVE, COOLAH.

After a lingering illness the death took place at his home in Coolah of Mr. George Patrick Lovegrove on August 17, at the age of 72. The deceased was one of Coolah's most respected citizens and an exemplary Catholic gentleman. During his last illness he was attended by the Dunedoo clergy and was constantly visited by the Sisters of the Sacred Heart Convent. At the Requiem Mass for the repose of his soul on the morning of the funeral, Rev. Dr. Curran expressed the sympathy of the Catholic community with the widow and family. He also paid a tribute to the late Mr. Lovegrove's devotion to his holy Faith, to his fortitude in a long illness, and to his kind and gentle character. Deceased is survived by his widow, two sons, Allan and Reginald, five daughters, Irene, Coolah; Alice (Mrs. Oddy, Deniliquin; Ita (Mrs. Hartnett, Armidale), Mildred and Stella (Mrs. Steele, Sydney), Five brothers also survive; Edward (Manilla), Allan (Scone), Cecil (Cassilis), Ambrose (Tambar Springs) and Thomas (Coolah); also four sisters (Sister M. Laurence, Lochinvar; Mrs. Burgess and Mrs. Looney (Merriwa); and Mrs. Blake (Cassilis). R.I.P.

Catholic Freeman's Journal, Thursday 11 September 1941, p. 21. George Lovegrove Obituary

Headstone reads: In loving memory of my dear husband & our father George P Lovegrove Died Aug 10 1941 Aged 72 years RIP

Mrs. Burgess

The death occurred recently in the Merriwa Hospital, of Sarah Margaret Burgess. The late Mrs. Burgess had been in ill-health for some six months past, and entered hospital a few days prior to her death. Deceased, who was 75 years of age, was predeceased by her husband some 47 years ago, and Mr. Ambrose Burgess, of “Hebuterne,” Merriwa, was the only member of the family. The late Mrs. Burgess was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. A. Lovegrove, of Cassilis, and was a member of a family of seven sons and five daughters. Following the death of her husband, she went to live with her father, at "Hampton," Cassilis and later made her home with her son, Mr. Ambrose Burgess, and Mrs. Burgess, at "Hebuterne," where she had resided for the past 16 years. Besides her son, Mr. Ambrose Burgess, the late Mrs. Burgess is survived by three brothers, Edward (Sydney), Allan (Scone) and Cecil (Cassilis), and three sisters, Mrs. A. Looney (Merriwa), Mrs. J. Blake (Cassilis) and Sister Laurence (Cardiff).

Mudgee Guardian, Monday 3 February 1947, p. 3. Sarah Burgess Obituary

Headstone reads: Ambrose John Lovegrove Passed away 29th 1955 Aged 79 years RIP

DEATHS LOVEGROVE, Cecil Vincent. - December 6, 1970, late of Flat 2, 57 Mitchell Street, Malabar, dearly loved husband of Maud, loved father of Frances, Brian and Paul, fond father-in-law of Ray, Dorothy (Mrs. Brian Lovegrove), and Dorothy (Mrs. Paul Lovegrove), most loved grandfather of their children, fond brother of Allen and Isobelle (Mrs, Blake). R.I.P. Sydney Morning Herald, Monday 7 December 1970 p. 24. Cecil Vincent Lovegrove Death

FUNERALS LOVEGROVE. Mass for the eternal repose of the soul of the late Cecil Vincent, of 2/57 Mitchell Street, Malabar, will be celebrated in St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, Ireton Street, Malabar, at 9 a.m. Tomorrow (Tuesday). The Relatives and Friends are invited to attend his Funeral; to leave the Church after prayers following the Mass for the Northern Suburbs Catholic Lawn Cemetery. Walters & Son, A.F.D.A., Dulwich Hill 560 9999. Lakemba 759 4044. Sydney Morning Herald, Monday 7 December 1970 p. 24. Cecil Vincent Lovegrove Funeral