Cudgegong Valley History Project

Local Brevities. Mr. Paul Canobi died at his residence, "Hill View," Gulgong, last week. He was 60 years of age, a native of Lombardy, a resident of Australia for 32 years and of Gulgong district for 27 years. He leaves two sons and two daughters. He was buried in the Gulgong Catholic Cemetery, the Rev Father O'Reilly saying the prayers at the grave. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 18 January 1917, p. 14. Paul Canobi Obituary

ACCIDENTAL DEATH.- The District Coroner (Mr. R. Laing) conducted an enquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death of Justin Menchin, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Menchin, of Gulgong, who was found drowned on July 1. The Coroner found that death was caused by asphyxia from drowning, caused by accidentally falling in a tank. Mudgee Guardian, Wednesday 9 July 1930, p.13. Death, Justin Menchin

CHILD DROWNED SAD DEATH AT GULGONG On July 1, a very sad death occurred at Gulgong, when Mr and Mrs Fred. Menchin lost their beautiful child Justin, aged 1 year 9 months. The bonnie little chap was playing as usual in the garden at his home, when he evidently climbed up on a small open tank containing about 15 inches of water, and overbalancing, fell into the water and was drowned. Drs. Allport and Tunley and also the nursing staff of a private hospital nearby were quickly on the spot, and though they worked hard for some considerable time - effort to restore life failed. The little spirit had fled. A great gloom fell over the town and district of Gulgong, when the sad news was circulated, and the expressions of sympathy which came from far and near, to the grief-stricken parents, testified to the high esteem in which they are held. The funeral, which was very largely attended, moved from the parents' residence the following day, and after a short service, conducted by the Rev. Father Brosnan, at the Catholic Church, proceeded to the local cemetery. Beautiful floral tributes covered the coffin, and a quiet sadness seemed to pervade as the procession moved along. The Rev. Fathers Brosnan and Coughlan conducted the service at the grave. On Sunday last at Mass the Rev. Father Brosnan made touching reference to the sad event. Mr R. Bayliss conducted the funeral arrangements. Mudgee Guardian, Friday 11 July 1930, p. 11. Justin Menchin Obituary

Deaths Miss Mary Canobi The death occurred in the Parramatta District Hospital on July 10 of Miss Mary Canobi, eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Canobi, late of Gulgong, aged 58 years. She had been in the employ of King's School for the past 25 years. Previous to that she was employed by Dr. Lees, of Gulgong, where she endeared herself to many. A service was held in St. John's R.C. Church, Gulgong, by Rev. Fr. Crowe, the body having been brought for burial in the R.C. portion of the Gulgong cemetery. Deepest sympathy is extended to1 Mrs. Fred Menchin (sister) and Mr. E. Canobi (brother), both residents of Gulgong. Funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr. D. Whale for Gulgong Motor Funerals. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 19 July 1945, p. 17. Mary Canobi Obituary

GULGONG DISTRICT NEWS

DEATH Mr. E. Canobi Mr. Everisto ("Chris.") Canobi, of "Braymont," Gulgong, died in the Gulgong District Hospital on September 14, after a brief illness, aged 64 years. Deceased was a well-known farmer of this district. He was born at Lombardy (Italy) near the Switzerland border, and was only three years of age when he came to Australia with his parents, who after residing in the Gosford area for a few years, settled on the land in the Gulgong district Deceased attended the Wyaldra Public School, which was closed many years ago. After leaving school, the late Mr. Canobi worked with his father on a steam traction engine and thrashing plant, and later, on a chaff-cutter. He resided at "Braymont" for about 36 years and until his health began to fail, was a hard worker. Deceased was a man with many friends and will be greatly missed from the community. Although he did not take an active part in public life, he showed a keen interest, through the newspapers and in conversation with friends, in all matters, including politics. In referring to his sterling character, a citizen stated recently that he had never heard "Chris." Canobi speak ill of anyone. He was a man who loved his home and family, and his adherence to the Christian way of life was manifest in his every dealing. Mrs. Canobi and three grown-up sons, Jack and Victor ("Braymont") and Cecil (Home Rule) survive, to all of whom the profound sympathy of very many friends will be extended. Mrs. F. Menchin, of Gulgong, is a sister. The funeral took place to the Roman Catholic portion of the Gulgong cemetery, the Rev. Father Scanlon officiating. Arrangements were carried out by Mr. D. Whale (Gulgong Motor Funerals). Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 25 September 1947, p. 16. Everisto Canobi Obituary

Sudden Death Mr. Fred Menchin Mr. John Joseph Frederick Menchin, aged 73 years, died at his residence, Bowman Street, on the Saturday afternoon before last. Due to a heart attack, his passing shocked townspeople and district residents alike. Deceased was a native of Mudgee, but spent the greater part of his life in Gulgong. For very many years, until his retirement some 12 years ago, “Fred” as he was familiarly called was employed by Spears' bakery and was well known in and around the town as a bread carter for the firm. His familiar figure will be much missed. His keen sense of humor and qualities made him a lovable character. He took a keen interest in sport, especially football, and was a vice-president of the now defunct Coursing Club. The late Mr. Menchin is survived by his wife and the following grown-up sons: Ald. Trevor Menchin (Orange); Messrs. Noel Menchin (Lithgow) and Douglas Menchin (Boggabri). The funeral took place to the Church of England portion of the Gulgong cemetery on Saturday afternoon, Rev. S. Carr officiating. Our sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved ones. Mudgee Guardian, Thursday 20 December 1951, p. 15. John J Menchin Obituary