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Thomas William Cattell (1855–1938)

The death occurred in the Armidale and New England Hospital on Monday evening of Thomas William Cattell, of Rocky River, at the age of 82 years. Deceased was a native of Inverell, and had resided at Rocky River for over 50 years. In former years he was a road contractor and a carrier, and latterly he followed farming pursuits. A widow and two daughters survive. Daughters are Mesdames W. W. J. Smith, of Rocky River, and R. A. Higgins, of Newcastle. Mrs. D. Kliendienst is a sister of deceased. The burial took place in the Church of England portion of the Uralla cemetery this afternoon. Rev. H. C. V. Lancaster read the service and Mr. R. T. Cooper had charge of the arrangements.

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'Cattell, Thomas William (1855–1938)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/cattell-thomas-william-34143/text42826, accessed 14 November 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Cattle, Thomas William
Birth

6 November, 1855
Warialda, New South Wales, Australia

Death

21 February, 1938 (aged 82)
Armidale, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

bronchiectasis

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