Emily Louisa Mills, 18881983 (aged 95 years)

Name
Emily Louisa /Mills/
Given names
Emily Louisa
Surname
Mills
Birth 1888 39 28

Birth of a sisterFlorence Mary Mills
1891 (aged 3 years)

Birth of a brotherHarold Reuben Mills
1893 (aged 5 years)
Birth of a sisterUna M Mills
1896 (aged 8 years)

Death of a sisterUna M Mills
1899 (aged 11 years)

Birth of a sisterDoris Amy Mills
1901 (aged 13 years)

Birth of a brotherStanley Hunter Mills
1901 (aged 13 years)

Death of a maternal grandfatherHenry Hunt
22 October 1906 (aged 18 years)

MarriageThomas Walter WhitfordView this family
1915 (aged 27 years)

Death of a maternal grandmotherMary Ann
11 August 1917 (aged 29 years)

Note: Mrs. Hunt's Death.

Mrs. Hunt's Death. In reporting on Monday the death of Mrs. Mary Ann Hunt, of Mudgee, the name of one of the daughters left was given as Mrs. F. Healy (of Spring Ridge). It should have read Mrs. P. Haley, sen. The names of the two following daughters were inadvertently omitted:- Mrs. James Pitt, Cudgegong; Mrs. Frank Riley, Mudgee (Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative, Thursday 16 August 1917, page 16).

Death of a fatherReuben Mills
16 October 1921 (aged 33 years)

Note: Death.

Death. MR. REUBEN MILLS. The painfully sudden death occurred early on Sunday morning of Mr. Reuben Mills, a well known and highly respected farmer and dairyman of Lawson's Creek, Mudgee, and an old Mudgee district settler. Mr. Mills went to bed at about 9 o'clock on Saturday night, having had tea and spent a pleasant evening with his family, in apparently his usual health and in good spirits. It was his custom to call his son, Mr. Stanley Mills, the only son who remained at home with him, somewhat later on Sunday mornings than on the other days of the week, that is some time after seven o'clock. He did not call him yesterday, but after a while Mrs. Mills did. Later in the morning Mr. Stanley Mills went to his father's room, who he thought was sleeping rather late, and was shocked to find him apparently dead. He told his mother that his father would not speak and he feared he was dead. Mrs. Mills having confirmed the alarming discovery made by her son, telephoned to Mudgee for medical aid, and the doctor, having examined the body, declared that death had taken place quite recently, probably not long before Mr. Stanley Mills visited the deceased's room. Mr. Mills had probably passed away quietly and quite painlessly in his sleep. The deceased, who was 73 years of age, some ten years ago met with an accident whilst drawing hay from a paddock, as a result of which he fractured his shoulder. He never recovered altogether from the effects of the accident, up to the time of which he had been a healthy and active man, although they only kept him to his bed for a few weeks at the time. About five years ago Mr. Mills became a victim to rheumatism, and from that out his ill-health was confirmed. He was not even then confined to his bed, but was able to get about his property, generally supervise things and do light work on the farm, and even pay occasional visits to Mudgee. There was nothing in his health to suggest that his death was approaching, and its eventuation with such painful suddenness has come as a great shock to his family and many friends. The late Mr. Reuben Mills, the life long, close and almost inseparable companion of his only ber, Mr. Thomas Mills, of Lawson's Creek, was a native of Wilberforce, on the Hawkesbury River, and came (the two bers) to the Mudgee district some 45 years ago. The bers, then young men, started carrying on the road what time Wallerawang was the railway terminus, and freightage was transported thence to Mudgee, Gulgong, Coonabarabran, and other western centres, as far out as Coonamble by teams, hundreds of which were on the roads. Their section of the road was from Wallerawang to Mudgee, and they worked it successfully and profitably for several years. The Messrs. Mills were amongst the most popular of teamsters and commanded confidence and a large and established connection by their efficiency, reliableness and punctuality, and their invariable courtesy. They were renowned for their exceptionally fine teams of horses with which they worked. After a while they decided to make Mudgee their headquarters, and whilst continuing in the transport business they leased in partnership a farm at Wilbetree (now the property of Mr. Adam Menchin) from the late Mr. C. B. Lowe, grandfather of Mr. Reg Lowe. Gulgong was then in its prime, and things were also moving at Home Rule and Canadian Lead, and as there was no railway communication the road to the mining fields, from Wallerawang, via Mudgee, was necessarily an avenue of great traffic There were several hotels on the two roads from Mudgee to Gulgong, the one via Home Rule and the other by Canadian. One of these was at Wilbetree, and was known as Sheriff's, and was kept by the late Mr. Henry Hunt. A second, Peter Anderson's, was at the junction of the Home Rule and Canadian roads, and the third, Millard's, yet further on. The bers lived and farmed at Wilbetree for some time and did well. After several years they decided to move to Lawson's Creek, where Mr. Reuben Mills bought a farm on the Morrisey estate, adjoining the Lawson estate, which was at the time subdivided and put up for sale in farm blocks. The block Mr. Mills bought was an exceptionally good one. He put up a nice house on it and went in for dairying, lucerne growing and general farming and prospered exceedingly. He was an active, hard-working man, willing to toil on his farm from early morning to night. He was also enterprising, intelligent, and exhibited good judgement in the use of his land. It Is therefore not surprising that he prospered. He got together a fine dairy herd and went in largely for lucerne growing, and sent regularly large consignments of this valuable fodder to the Sydney market, where it shared in the popularity - expressed by top market prices - of the famed Mudgee lucerne. The late Mr. Mills was a public-spirited settler. He took an active and useful interest in the welfare and affairs of his town and district. He was for a considerable time an alderman of the Cudgegong Municipality and was for many years a member of the committee of the Mudgee and District Agricultural Association. He was also a shareholder in the Mudgee Dairy Company, and a large supplier to the Company's factory, and a shareholder in the company that took over the Mudgee Roller Mills after they were given up by the combination headed by the late Ald. Wilton by which they were started. He was a keen sport, especially a lover of a horse and (like all the Mills family) an enthusiastic cricketer. He was universally and highly respected as a conspicuously straightforward and honorable man, bluff and hearty, whose word was his bond, kind hearted, unsuspicious and charitable in thought, word and deed. He was loathe to believe evil of any and turned an invariably deaf ear to the tale bearer and scandal monger. He was open hearted and generous and there was no cause or institution deserving of support that he did not liberally assist. Mr. Reuben Mills was married to Miss Henrietta Hunt, daughter of the late Mr Henry Hunt, proprietor of Sheriff's Hotel, Wilbetree, who survives him. He leaves also the following family: Messrs. George Mills, Mount Frome; Walter, Lawson's Creek; James, Mt. Knowles; Harold, Lawson's Creek; and Stanley, Lawson's Creek (sons); Mesdames Whitfield, Merriwa; Horace Woolley, Burrundulla; F. Pitt, Mudgee; and Miss Doy Mills, Lawson's Creek (daughters). Mr. Thomas Mills, Lawson's Creek, is the only ber of deceased, and Mrs. Hobleman, Parramatta, his only sister. Bers-in-law surviving are Messrs. G. Thompson (Mudgee), Walter Hunt and Fred Hunt (Lawson's Creek), James Luxford (Woy Woy), Oswald Betts (Lismore), James Daly (Bourke), and P. Haley (Goodiman). The late Mr. James Doble, of Mudgee, was also a ber-in-law. The immediate nephews and nieces of the deceased (the family of his ber, Mr. Thomas Mills) are Messrs. Thomas, William and John Mills; Mrs. Hill (Sydney), Madell (Tenterfield) and Vincent (Sydney), and Misses Ada and Amy Mills (Lawson's Creek). The greatest sympathy is felt by all for the widow and the most highly respected and esteemed family of the deceased. The funeral, which was very largely attended, took place this afternoon. The interment was made in the Church of England section of the Mudgee general cemetery. The Rev. J. Parr officiated at the graveside. Mr. Harold Barton was in charge of the funeral arrangements. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 17 October 1921, p. 8. Obituary Reuben Mills

Note: IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM MILLS. - In loving memory of my dear husband and our father, Reuben Mills, who departed this life October, 16th, 1921. When least expected death will come No hand can stay its power. One of the best this earth contained Was cut off like a flower. Inserted by his loving wife, Henrietta Mills, and family (Lawson's Creek). Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 16 October 1924, p. 8. In Memoriam Reuben Mills

Death of a husbandThomas Walter Whitford
25 June 1938 (aged 50 years) Age: 57
Note: DEATHS

DEATHS Mr. T. W. Whitford MR. T. W. Whitford, one of Mudgee's most reputable business men, died in the local hospital early on Saturday morning, aged 57 years. Deceased, who recently disposed of his business in Church Street, had been ailing for a period of about 12 months, and his passing was not altogether unexpected. The late Mr. Whitford had a long association with the Mudgee district. He came to this town in early life, and was connected with the well-known firm of W. Tait and Co. in Market Street East for a considerable period. Later he went north, and for many years held responsible positions with the old established Campbell firm at Merriwa and Muswellbrook. His next venture was to open a men's outfitting business in Church Street, and he gradually worked up an excellent connection. Deceased, although imbued with a fair share of civic pride, did not take a particularly prominent part in public affairs. He was, first and last, a real home man, and lived for his family, to whom he was passionately attached. To them the blow will be a terrible one, and they will have the deepest sympathy of the whole community in their hour of tribulation. Deceased married Miss Emily Mills, a member of a pioneer Lawson's Creek family, and she, together with three daughters - Roma, Margaret, and Paula - survive. Mrs. Stafford, of Strathfield, is a sister. After an impressive service in the Church of England by the Rev. Canon Walker, the funeral left for the general cemetery on Saturday afternoon, and was largely attended. Members of the Manchester Unity Lodge marched at the head of the sad procession, and the service of the order was recited at the graveside. The many lovely floral tributes testified to the love and esteem, in which deceased was held by the people of Mudgee and district. Messrs. J. C. Swords and Son conducted the arrangements. Mudgee Guardian, Monday 27 June 1938, p. 4. Obituary Thomas Whitford

Death of a brotherWalter Charles Mills
1947 (aged 59 years)

Note: DEATH

DEATH Mr. W. C. Mills The death occurred in the Mudgee Hospital on Wednesday afternoon of Mr. Walter Charles Mills, aged 65 years. Deceased had been in failing health for some time, and his passing was not unexpected. Watty, as he was familiarly known, was a member of a grand old Lawson's Creek family, and spent the whole of his life in this district. Reared on a farm, he naturally interested himself in the work of primary production, and for very many years was one of our most progressive dairymen. In this connection it might be mentioned that members of the Mills family conducted milk runs in Mudgee for practically 60 years. Deceased, in his younger days, was keenly interested in cricket and other out-of-door sports, and made life-long friends on the field of play. He later associated himself with the bowling club, and was one of the most popular members of that organisation. As a mark of respect, the club flag is flying at halfmast this morning. He was also very active in his interest in the Mudgee Dairy Co., and served on the directorate for a lengthy period, being elected unopposed on many occasions. His colleagues and the general body of shareholders and suppliers held him in the highest regard. In Agricultural Society matters he displayed a keen and intelligent interest, and his support was valued by those in authority. In private life he was a model husband and devoted father, and his widow and three daughters have sustained an irreparable loss by his lamented passing. Altogether the late Watty Mills was a citizen of sterling worth, and it can be said with perfect truth that he will be greatly missed by very many people in town and district. To the sorrowing relatives we extend sincere sympathy. The funeral took place from the Church of England this afternoon, Messrs. J. C. Swords and Son being in charge of the arrangements (Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative, Thursday 6 November 1947, p. 9).

Death of a motherHenrietta Hunt
10 December 1947 (aged 59 years)

Death of a brotherAlfred James Mills
6 December 1960 (aged 72 years)
Note: Deaths

Deaths MILLS, Alfred James.—December 6 1960 (suddenly) at Yulingah, Mt. Knowles, beloved husband of Ida and loving father of Vincent and Maba (deceased), Lloyd, Norma, Harvey and Mary. Funeral from St. Johns Mudgee, at 11 a.m. the 6th December. Sydney Morning Herald, Wednesday 7 December 1960, p. 52. Death notice Alfred James Mills

Death of a brotherGeorge Henry Mills
24 October 1961 (aged 73 years)

Note: DEATHS

DEATHS MILLS, George Henry. October 24, 1961, late of Mudgee, father of Merle (deceased), Dulcie (Canterbury), Lorna (Abbotsford), Colin (Deewhy), and Neville (Rylstone), aged 81 years (Sydney Morning Herald, Wednesday 25 October 1961, p. 46).

Death of a sisterFlorence Mary Mills
5 September 1964 (aged 76 years)
Note: Aged 73 years
Note: Obituary

Obituary Mrs. F. M. Pitt The death occurred of Mrs. Florence Mary Pitt, aged 73, at the Mudgee District Hospital on Saturday, September 5. She was the wife of Mr. Frederick Pitt and resided at Mortimer Street, Mudgee. Mrs. Pitt is survive by her husband and two daughters, Joyce and Beatrice, and a son, Austin. The funeral took place on Monday from the Church of England, Mudgee, for interment in the Mudgee Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in the hands of Messrs. Eastaugh and Carroll, Funeral Directors of Mudgee and Gulgong. Mudgee Guardian, Wednesday 9 September 1964, p. 2. Obituary Mrs Florence Mary Pitt

Death of a sisterElsie Victoria Mills
1969 (aged 81 years)

Death of a brotherHarold Reuben Mills
17 March 1972 (aged 84 years)
Note: Death

Death MILLS, Harold Reubin. - March 17, 1972, at Mudgee District Hospital, late of 22 Madeira Road, Mudgee, loved husband of Kathleen, father of Enid, father-in-law of Bruce, aged 79 years. Funeral to take place Sunday, March 19, at 11 a.m. Sydney Morning Herald, Saturday 18 March 1972, p. 116. Death Harold Reubin Mills

Note: Obituary

Obituary Harold Mills The death occurred of Harold Reuben Mills of Mudgee Road, Mudgee, at the Mudgee District Hospital on Friday afternoon March 17, 1972. Mr. Mills was born at Lawson's Creek, 79 years ago and lived there most of his life where he followed farming pursuits until he retired to live in Mudgee. His main interests were cricket in his early life and then was a keen bowler for the past 30 years. He is survived by his wife Kathleen and daughter Enid and son-in-law Bruce Rayner, also one ber (Stanley) and two sisters (Emily) Mrs. Whitford and (Doris) Mrs. , all of Mudgee. Rev. Reeder conducted the service at St. John's Church of England Mudgee and prayers at the Mudgee Cemetery. A Guard of Honour was formed by the Bowlers at the Church and they also acted as Pallbearers. Mudgee Guardian, Wednesday 29 March 1972, p. 12. Obituary Harold Reuben Mills

Burial of a brotherHarold Reuben Mills
after 17 March 1972 (aged 84 years)
Note: Headstone reads:

Headstone reads: In loving memory of my dear husband & my father Harold Reuben Mills Died 17th March 1972 Aged 79 years

Death of a brotherStanley Hunter Mills
9 May 1974 (aged 86 years)

Note: DEATHS: MILLS, Stanley Hunter. - May 9, 1974, at hospital, late of 63 Lawson Street, Mudgee, beloved…

DEATHS: MILLS, Stanley Hunter. - May 9, 1974, at hospital, late of 63 Lawson Street, Mudgee, beloved husband of Edith Mills and loving father of Winifred (Mrs Halpin, Mudgee), Don (Mudgee), Margaret (Mrs Tunks, Canberra), aged 73 years. At rest (Sydney Morning Herald, Saturday, May 11, 1974).

Death 1983 (aged 95 years)

Family with parents
father
mother
Marriage Marriage1879
3 years
elder brother
2 years
elder brother
3 years
elder sister
5 years
herself
4 years
younger sister
18911964
Birth: 1891 42 31
Death: 5 September 1964Mudgee District Hospital, Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
-4 years
elder brother
18861960
Birth: 1886 37 26
Death: 6 December 1960Yulingah, Mount Knowles, New South Wales, Australia
8 years
younger brother
18931972
Birth: 1893 44 33Lawson Creek, Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
Death: 17 March 1972Mudgee District Hospital, Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
4 years
younger sister
6 years
younger sister
19011987
Birth: 1901 52 41
Death: 9 July 1987
1 year
younger brother
Family with Thomas Walter Whitford
husband
18761938
Birth: 1876
Death: 25 June 1938Mudgee District Hospital, Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
herself
Marriage Marriage1915