Alice Margaret Mangini
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| Plaque Information | |
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| Date of Birth | 26 May 1916 |
| Age at Death | 85 years |
| Transcription | In Loving Memory of Alice Margaret Mangini Born 26/05/1916 Died 14/01/2001 Aged 85 Years |
Early Life
Alice was born on 26 May 1916.
Occupation
Alice was a school teacher in Tasmania when she met Jack Mangini.
Marriage
Alice met her husband, Jack Mangini, on a cruise, during 1960's, when he was in his 70s and Alice was in her 50s. They were married for at least 25 years.
Community Involvement
Alice was active in the Society for Growing Native Plants, after her first trip with Jack across the Nullabor, and fell in love with Eremophilas (Desert Emu Bush). Alice was also a member of the Women's Guild and organised speakers from the Australian Board of Missions, and other Missionary organisations to speak to the Group. After Jack died, Alice demolished her house and had a prefabricated house placed in her garden. During this time, Alice lived with George and Wendy Beumer for 3 months until she could move into her new home. She read stories and told stories, found recipes as well as having conversations about Christian ideas and church life. Alice was an eccentric, wise and loving person with a very strong faith in Christ. Alice was also very involved with St. Mary's Church in Kelmscott W.A.
Death
Alice died on 14 January 2001 at the age of 85 years. She was cremated at Karrakatta with a plaque for her at Kelmscott.