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Anne Hammant (1826–1904)

An old and respected resident in the person of Mrs Ann Hammant, relict of the late E. W. Hammant, has passed away. The deceased had reached the ripe old age of 78 years, being a native of Tasmania, born near Longford, and was highly respected by a large circle of friends. She had been a resident of the Kentish district for thirty-five years. A family of seven is left, namely, Mr J. Bott, Mrs J. Glover, Mrs C. Banfield, Mrs D. Davis, Mrs T. Shepheard and Messrs A. and H. Hammant; also there are 33 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Much sympathy is expressed for the family in their bereavement. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon, Rev G. Martin officiating.

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'Hammant, Anne (1826–1904)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/hammant-anne-26128/text34121, accessed 19 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Lucas, Anne
Birth

5 August, 1826
Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Death

4 May, 1904 (aged 77)
Sheffield, Tasmania, Australia

Cause of Death

heart disease

Religious Influence

Includes the religion in which subjects were raised, have chosen themselves, attendance at religious schools and/or religious funeral rites; Atheism and Agnosticism have been included.