William James Parker (1847–1919)
Mr. William James Parker, who died at his residence, Belmont, on Monday, in his 72nd year, was well-known both on Lake Macquarie and Tuggerah. He arrived on the lake from Sydney 34 years ago, and in his long association with the district had made many friends. There was testimony to this in the great number of people who journeyed from all parts of the district to attend his funeral on Wednesday afternoon. He was buried at Belmont, the officiating minister being the Rev. R. D. Pontifex, who at the graveside referred to the sterling qualities of the deceased. Mr. Parker leaves a widow and family who have received many expressions of sympathy.
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Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Parker, William James
- Parker, Sarah (wife)
- Jones, Catherine (mother-in-law)
Citation details
'Parker, William James (1847–1919)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/parker-william-james-24792/text33652, accessed 10 May 2025.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
1847
New South Wales,
Australia
Death
3 November,
1919
(aged ~ 72)
Newcastle,
New South Wales,
Australia
Cause of Death
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