Mary Fretwell
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| Headstone Information | |
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| Date of Birth | 1844 |
| Age at Death | 83 years |
| Transcription | In Loving Memory of Mary Fretwell. Beloved wife of William. Died 7-11-1927 aged 83 years. |
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Early Life
Mary Fretwell (nee Ogden) was born c1844. Mary was the daughter of Edward and Elizabeth Ogden.
Marriage
Mary married William Fretwell. The marriage was registered at Sheffield, Yorkshire in 1870. They had a daughter, Mary Frances Fretwell, born 1871 and a son, Edward Fretwell, born 1874.
Electoral Rolls
According to the electoral roll, Mary's last known address in 1916 was River Road, Kelmscott. She also ran a shop on River Road.
Immigration
Mary came to Western Australia 1913 with her husband William Fretwell on board the ship "Osterley".
Death
Mary died on 7 November 1927 at the age of 83 years.
Other Notes
According to the funeral directors notes, it is mentioned she was 82 years when she died.
Library Resources
A photograph of William and Mary outside their home on River Road, Kelmscott is held at Birtwistle Local Studies Library. PH468