SAMELLS Eliza

Other Events:

• Name: Eliza SMALE
• Occupation: Servant/home duties
• _UID: C60E461A0839495CA1AF747EE8B689FD8011
• Baptism: 24 Apr 1825, Boyton CON
• Residence: 1841, CON
• Census: 1851, 12 Mill Pleasant, Devonport DEV
• Emigration: 19 Aug 1854, Plymouth DEV

Notes:

Census:
Thomas SMALE, his wife Eliza, daughter Mary Ann and his brother Isaac shown as residing at 12 Mill Pleasant, Devonport DEV. Interestingly, Isaac is described as a Mason Apprentice.

PRO Ref: HO/107/1882, Folio: 361, Page: 18, FHL Film: 0221031

Emigration:
Aboard 'Clara' arriving in Portland on 19 Nov 1854.
Into Place: Portland VIC

Buried:
HGH-MET-02-807-029

Eliza married SMALE Thomas, JP 29 Feb 1844, North Tamerton CON. Thomas (son of SMALE Thomas and SHAPLIN Grace) was born Abt 1823, North Tamerton CON; died 24 May 1883, Mount Moriac VIC; was buried 27 May 1883, Barrabool Hills Cemetery, Highton VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: C484E2153BC44A2F89105C6381C402005647
• Baptism: 19 Apr 1844, North Tamerton CON

Notes:

Birth:
Residence: Wharf

Buried:
Residence: Wharf

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• Name: Mary Ann WALTER
• Occupation: Home Duties
• _UID: FDBEE1C0EDFC4E599595F82B0FFB4BB947FB
• Census: 1851, 12 Mill Pleasant, Devonport DEV
• Emigration: 19 Aug 1854, Plymouth DEV; : 9y

Notes:

Census:
Thomas SMALE, his wife Eliza, daughter Mary Ann and his brother Isaac shown as residing at 12 Mill Pleasant, Devonport DEV. Interestingly, Isaac is described as a Mason Apprentice.

PRO Ref: HO/107/1882, Folio: 361, Page: 18, FHL Film: 0221031

Emigration:
Aboard 'Clara' arriving in Portland on 19 Nov 1854.
Into Place: Portland VIC

Mary married WALTER Ambrose Willcock, JP 6 Mar 1862, Bible Christian Chapel, Barrabool Hills VIC. Ambrose (son of WALTER William and VINSON Grace) was born 11 Apr 1833, North Blatchborough, Bradworthy DEV; died 14 Jul 1915, 'Oakleigh Park', Noradjuha VIC; was buried 16 Jul 1915, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

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• Occupation: Business manager/Commercial traveller
• _UID: 58F44C6D92F149BCB80D635320C92DF00E57

Albert married LAWSON Sarah Janette 18 Sep 1888, Noradjuha VIC. Sarah was born 25 Jan 1867, Gardiner's Creek Road, South Yarra VIC; died 19 Apr 1945, 8a Bambra Road, Caulfield VIC; was buried 20 Apr 1945, St. Kilda Cemetery, St. Kilda VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Farmer/Sawmiller/Guest house owner/Cafe owner
• _UID: 549F54D396574A86B4B56600BA48651724D7
• Baptism: 28 Mar 1866, The home of Thomas SMALE, Barrabool Hills VIC

Thomas married COOK Elizabeth 1887. Elizabeth was born Abt 1867, Kingston VIC; died Oct 1894, Hamilton VIC; was buried 10 Oct 1894, Hamilton Public Cemetery, Hamilton VIC. [Group Sheet]

Thomas married NEATE Marian Anna 22 Apr 1903, Bullumwaal VIC. Marian was born 8 Apr 1883, Ashburton, Canterbury NZ; died 11 Jun 1968, Montmorency VIC; was buried 13 Jun 1968, Camperdown Cemetery, Camperdown VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Merchant / Grocer
• _UID: 419194E682EA40D28628EF7F2B734E7446CF
• Baptism: 26 Jul 1868, Zion Chapel, Barrabool Hills VIC

Notes:

West Wimmera Mail, 10 Jan 1913

Noradjuha Notes
Mr. E.V. WALTERS (sic) of Geelong, is back again to the old store at Noradjuha.
____

West Wimmera Mail, 23 Jan 1914

Natimuk Court, 21st. January
Constable ROWLEY v Wm. SCOTT, failing to send his child to school the required number of half days, 2 charges,. Find 4/- in each case.
Same v Peter Wm. POTTER, failing to have his child vaccinated. Conscientious grounds were pleaded. Fined 20/-.
Same v Ellis V. WALTER, same offence and plea. Fined 20/-.
____

Ellis Vincent WALTER lived at 173 Aberdeen Street, Newtown VIC, about 1920. Two of his children, namely Rex Ellis and Hazel Jean were admitted to the Infectious Diseases ward of the Geelong Hospital twice during the 1920s.

Reference GHRC, Index to Infectious Diseases cases in Geelong.

Buried:
Methodist

Ellis married HAYES Janet 1896, Ballarat VIC. Janet was born 1873, Ballarat VIC; died 30 Jan 1902, 72 Raglan Street, Ballarat VIC; was buried 1 Feb 1902, New Cemetery & Crematorium, Ballarat VIC. [Group Sheet]

Ellis married MIDDLETON Annie Ada Jane Emily Carol Maria Gina 1906, Stawell VIC. Annie was born Abt 1880, Pleasant Creek VIC; died Jul 1922, Ballarat VIC; was buried 15 Jul 1922, New Cemetery & Crematorium, Ballarat VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Farmer
• _UID: 1BDF325D02C840C085ADE1917E49C733B8B8
• Baptism: 17 Aug 1870, At home, Barrabool Hills VIC

Ambrose married MCCALLUM Mary Helen 17 Mar 1898, At the home of the bride's mother, Noradjuha VIC. Mary was born 1871, Mount Elgin VIC; died 19 Oct 1944, Wembley Private Hospital, Horsham VIC; was buried Oct 1944, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: F2FE7A58F295468C90DACE0AB521DFAEC0AC
• Baptism: 8 Oct 1872, The home of Thomas SMALE, Barrabool Hills VIC
• Education: Between 1887 and 1888, Dookie Agricultural College, Dookie VIC; Tertiary
• Education: Between 1889 and 1890, Hamilton and Western District College, Hamilton VIC; Secondary
• Occupation: 1891; Farmer and Grazier

Notes:

Prizes won by Frederick Joseph WALTER during his final year at Hamilton and Western District College.

1. Special Prize for Exemplary and Successful Diligence, 5th Form, Dec 1890, Donor C.M. Officer Esq. M.L.A.

2. Special Prize for Head of College, 5th Form, Dec 1890, Presented by the Warden.

3. Special Prize for Natural Philosophy, 5th Form, Dec 1890, Presented by W.B. Edgar.

4. General Prize for 868 in 1000 (daily), 5th Form, Dec 1890.

5. General Prize for 823 in 1000 Examination Marks, 5th Form, Dec 1890.
____
The Casterton News, 26 Feb 1925

Death of Mr. Fred J. Walter

The death occurred last night of Mr. Fred J. Walter of Casterton who recently underwent an operation for internal trouble. The funeral will take place tomorrow, leaving his late residence, Henty St., at 2:30 pm. for the Casterton New Cemetery.
____
The Casterton News, 5 Mar 1925

Obituary

Mr. Fred Walter

The late Mr. F.J. Walter, whose death was announced in Thursday's issue, was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Walter. He was born at Barrabool Hills, Geelong, 52 years ago. When he was two years of age his parents removed to the Noradjuha district, but 38 years later they removed to this district, having acquired the "Heathfield" Estate near Lake Mundi. They resided at "Woodlands" on the Penola road, now owned by Messrs Chaffey Bros., and the members of the family attended the Casterton School, and consequently they are well known to many district residents. Mr. Walter had leased his Wimmera land, and after occupying "Heathfield" for four years he went back to Noradjuha, and "Heathfield" was leased until 20 years ago, when it was taken over by his son, the late Mr. Fred J. Walter, who successfully carried on the property till about 12 months ago when he sold it to Mr. Colin Cameron of "Dunan" Henty, and he himself purchased "Fernside" property at Bahgallah from Mr. D. McPhee, and also acquired the farm on the Wando Vale road known as "Sunny Hills" from the trustees of the late Mr. McLaughlin. The deceased was married 20 years ago, but 11 years ago last October his wife died unexpectedly whilst on a visit to his people at Noradjuha. She left two daughters and one son, as follows:- Freda, now aged 17 years; Alice, now 16 years; and Stanley, the baby, now 12 years. Mr. Walter, although busy with his property, did not neglect the interests of his daughters and son, and showered upon them a lavish affection. When they grew up to school age he purchased a house in Casterton and made his home in the town, and his main reason for disposing of "Heathfield" was that he could not be home as often as he wished. He usually enjoyed good health, but some years ago had been under an operation for appendicitis, from which he made a complete recovery. On the morning of Monday, 9th. ult. whilst milking his cow he was seized with severe pains in the stomach, and it was found necessary to operate on him. The operation was a serious one, and was performed by Dr. Douglas, of Hamilton, assisted by Drs. R.H. Hill and J.G. Sleeman. It appeared to be successful, and for several days the patient was reported to be holding his own, but was never pronounced out of danger, and early on Thursday morning last he suddenly passed away, having faithfully served his day and generation, leaving behind him a name honored throughout the district for uprightness of life and conduct.

During his illness, he was visited by several of his brothers, and everything that was possible was done for his comfort. In addition to his doubly bereaved children, he leaves three sisters and six brothers to mourn his loss. They are as follows:- Bertha (Mrs. Fowler, widow of the late Rev. H. Fowler); Hetty (Mrs. Nitschke), of Noradjuha, and Phenie (Mrs. L. Cranage), of Horsham; Bert, of Berwick, Gippsland; Thomas, of Coleraine; Ellis, of Ballarat; Sydney and Norman, both of Noradjuha, the latter being the owner of the original homestead.

The funeral took place at the Casterton New Cemetery on Friday afternoon, when there was a very large gathering, the outside districts being well represented. The burial service was conducted by the Rev. J.G. Searfe, in the absence of Rev. A. Bligh, who was attending the Methodist conference. Mr. Searfe said that all sections of the community would learn of the death of Mr. Walter with deep regret. He was a man of great integrity and would be sadly missed. He was a townsman whose cheerful kindness and Christian spirit was worthy of emulation. The body was enclosed in an oak casket with silver mountings, and was carried to its last resting place by four of his brothers: Ambrose, Norman, Sydney and Thomas and Messrs Cecil and Herman Hill, brothers of his late wife. Mr. W.J. Peden had charge of the mortuary [sic] arrangements.
____
The Casterton News, 12 Mar 1925

In Memoriam

SERVICE TO LATE MR. F.J. WALTER

On Sunday evening, at the Casterton Methodist Church, an In Memoriam service to the late Mr. F.J. Walter was conducted by the Rev. A. Bligh. The pulpit had been draped with purple, relieved with bunches of white flowers, intermixed with purple. The singing was led by the male choir, of which Mr. Walter had been one of the prominent members, and Miss Ida Spurrell was the organist. The hymns chosen were most appropriate, and embraced some which the deceased had often lent assistance in rendering. Several of the brethren of the Sons of Temperance Lodge attended as a mark of respect to a deceased brother.

The Rev. A. Bligh read a biographical sketch of the deceased which stated that for many years he had been an active member of the Methodist Church. He took an active part in having a preaching place established at Lake Mundi, showing the value he placed on the preaching of the Gospel. His home was always open to ministers and local preachers, who were on innumerable occasions cheered by his hospitality. Eleven years ago his beloved wife was called Home to God, and during that trying time and in later years he proved his unfailing love and interest in the lives of his children, who were always dear to his heart, and he proved to be a "Father amongst Fathers." Ten years ago, largely in the interests of his family he moved into Casterton, during which time he had been a member and loyal worker in the Church. Sunday morning found him regular and punctual in his attendance at the services, and he helped in singing of praises to God. He had for some years been a trustee and the secretary of the Church Trust, and a more capable and thorough secretary one could not wish to find. At the last Quarterly meeting he was unanimously elected Circuit Steward. They looked forward to his term of office, but God had called him to a higher stewardship, and in this higher office he now served. Although we shall miss him, we would not (if we could) call him back, for God has designed some better thing for him. Mr. Walter also served the Church as a member of the male choir. He invariably took some prominent part, and his gifts and enthusiasm acted as an inspiration to the younger members of the choir. He sings no longer in the male choir, but rather in the choir of Heaven. With a new power he sings a new song. We are familiar with his last sudden illness. With a brave heart and grim determination he faced the operation from which he never recovered. In the days of his illness our brother held on to God in prayer, and having entered into this communion here, we are confident that he now enjoys a fellowship made perfect - that he is now with God in a brighter world. We cherish the memory of our late member. He speaks to us still. To the members of his family we extend our deepest sympathy, and pray that God who does not err, and Who is Love, will ever sustain and strengthen, and by His Holy Spirit give Divine comfort until the day break and the shadows of earthly limitations flee away.

Following this, the preacher delivered a most interesting address, the text being taken from Phil. 3:20 - "Our citizenship is in Heaven." He pointed out that there things that came to us that we never could get accustomed to, no matter how familiar. Death was one of these. Christ shared in our experiences as He wept over the grave of His friend Lazarus. It was only in the Christian faith that we found comfort when sorrows confront us. Life was a thoroughfare, leading to our heavenly home. The call comes to all to prepare for the grand inheritance, and as we enter this eternal kingdom and pass to the inheritance of our citizenship in heaven, we cannot fail to leave behind us a gracious influence - footprints that some forlorn and shipwrecked brother seeing shall take heart again. Nothing is more grand or noble than that others may so see Christ in us that when we have entered more fully into the inheritance of our heavenly citizenship it may be said of us - His God shall be my God, and his Saviour my Saviour.

To live for those who love you,
For those who think you true,
For the Heaven that lies above you,
And waits your coming too;
For the cause that needs assistance,
For the wrong that needs resistance,
And the good that you can do.

He hoped that all would have grace to follow in the footsteps of the Master, and win the citizenship of Heaven.

Mr. A.G. Finlayson feelingly rendered the solo "He wipes the tear from every eye", and at the close of the service the congregation stood with bowed heads while Miss Spurrell played "The Dead March."

Education:
Frederick Joseph WALTER was one of the first intake of students to this institution from where he graduated on 12 Dec 1888.

Education:
Attended this school for at least the latter years of his education (probably 1889 - 1890) where he was very successful as is shown by the fact that he won five prizes for academic excellence in his final year (1890) at the school. Prize details below.

Frederick married HILL Eva Mary Alberta 1 Feb 1905, 'Fernleigh', Noradjuha VIC. Eva (daughter of HILL George Henry and SYMONS Anna Maria) was born 9 Nov 1880, Nurrabiel VIC; died 15 Oct 1913, Horsham VIC; was buried 16 Oct 1913, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Bertha Alinda FOWLER
• Occupation: Home Duties
• _UID: D705D8842D7A498FA5F2EC3DF9EC9B08FFDF

Notes:

Buried:
Unmarked grave.

Bertha married Rev. FOWLER Henry Michael Clarke 1911, Noradjuha VIC. Henry was born 8 Jun 1862, Heidelberg VIC; died 21 Feb 1915, Wandiligong VIC; was buried 22 Feb 1915, Bright Cemetery, Bright VIC. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Henrietta Evelina (Hettie) NITSCHKE
• _UID: 1C6F433922EB463DA475BCE4D80EB6BDA944

Notes:

Buried:
Rev. Ivan BLAKE, Methodist minister.

Died:
Died as a reult of drowning.

Henrietta married NITSCHKE Johannes Gustav 10 May 1899, Horsham VIC. Johannes was born 15 Jun 1873, near Mount Torrens SA; died 19 Feb 1954, Horsham VIC; was buried Feb 1954, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: E65B618752774C6F80DE3E0C4F47C47D2C8A

Notes:

Buried:
Buried under the Cotton tree in the Cotton tree paddock.

Other Events:

• Occupation: Farmer/Storekeeper
• _UID: CDEBA37DC1BE4B0CB8B5C06F9D4B2756AFBF

Sidney married CRANAGE Anne 1907, Noradjuha VIC. Anne was born 1882, Natimuk VIC; died 4 Jun 1912, Noradjuha VIC; was buried 6 Jun 1912, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

Sidney married RICHARDS Mary May 1914, Noradjuha VIC. Mary was born 30 May 1883, Daylesford VIC; died 8 Jun 1961, Wimmera Base Hospital, Horsham VIC; was buried Jun 1961, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Phenie Gertrude CRANAGE
• Occupation: Shop Assistant
• _UID: 13A5FD8C06594BD588861456EDB906E2C630

Notes:

Buried:
Private A, Section 1, Row 2, Grave 34

Died:
Geelong Advertiser, 24 Feb 1936

Woman Killed at Ballarat

Ballarat, Feb. 23

Struck down by a motor car when she stepped from the Sturt Street garden to cross the road towards Ballarat Base Hospital, this afternoon, Phenie Gertrude CRANAGE, aged about 52 years, married woman, who resides at 4 Webster Street, died in hospital a few minutes later from her injuries. The motor car was driven by Norma Eileen GRAY, a young woman, who resides at 13 Raglan Street, and she suffered shock and abrasions and was admitted to hospital for observation. In swerving to avoid the woman the motor car almost instantaneously crashed into an electric light standard, and the force of the impact completely smashed the pole at its base.

Phenie married CRANAGE Leslie William 27 Feb 1907, 'Oakleigh Park', Noradjuha VIC. Leslie was born 1879, Natimuk VIC; died 23 Feb 1926, Horsham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Grazier
• _UID: B511F3D6B4B542B498DDDE9F1C7A11951C45

Norman married COATES Nellie May 12 Jan 1909, Noradjuha VIC. Nellie was born 26 Nov 1882, Armstrong VIC; died 27 Oct 1953, Bush Nursing Hospital, Natimuk VIC; was buried Cal Oct 1953, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Florrie Alberta McNAMARA
• _UID: 80C5FF6E786142A8B4E42253FC760EFDFF0C
• Cremated: 26 Apr 1989, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
Fuschia - plaque on wall token, Wall A, Position 74.

Florrie married MCNAMARA Henry James 17 Nov 1915, Dandenong VIC. Henry was born 27 Jan 1885, Hindmarsh SA; died 1 Dec 1961, Glenhuntly VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: DE2556B2CB2148B294388717641A4B264A29

Other Events:

• Occupation: Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC; Optometrist
• _UID: 63077D9F36314EEB8477D2CAD64AC91AC095
• Cremated: 23 May 1974, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale VIC
• Probate: 26 Aug 1974, Melbourne VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
Cremated remains scattered

William married RAMAGE Hazel Stormont 1930; divorced Yes, date unknown. Hazel was born 1904, Ascot Vale VIC; died 31 Jul 1994. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Manager
• _UID: 28A70785577E4F98B1722ECE913FD2482005
• Cremated: 14 Dec 1973, Brighton General Cemetery, Caulfield South VIC
• Probate: 10 Jun 1974, Melbourne VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
Remembered with a wall plaque at Brighton General Cemetery after a cremation at Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale VIC.

Roy married HOWARTH Marjorie Irene 16 Jun 1923, St. Stephen's Church, Richmond VIC. Marjorie was born 1899, Bowral NSW; died 18 Jul 1952, Coburg VIC; was buried 21 Jul 1952, St. Kilda Cemetery, St. Kilda VIC. [Group Sheet]

Roy — (----) Vera. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Olive Eileen STUART
• _UID: 7699C0140A9A4125B893CC967B57277A0DFC
• Cremated: 7 Apr 1977, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
The cremated remains have been scattered.

Olive — STUART (----). [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: F7DAADF0ABD24D46A0BC5A019FE8A7D538FA
• Cremated: 26 Mar 1996, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale VIC

Notes:

Birth:
Grave marker at Hervey Bay Cemetery QLD

Cremated:
Cremated remains collected.

Cyril married DESNOY Hilda May 1934. Hilda was born 25 Jan 1904, Ballarat VIC; died 1992. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Stoker/Storekeeper/Postmaster
• _UID: 12650377127C49B9AE25E7618F092DBE1FF8
• Military: Between 10 Apr 1916 and 3 Mar 1919, ENG and the Western Front in BEL and FRA; Served during WWI as No. 1007, Sergeant, 39th. Battalion, Australian Infantry, AIF.
• Military Award: 31 Aug 1918, near Cléry-sur-Somme, Somme, Hauts-de-France France; Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM)
• Military: 18 Jun 1940; Home service during WWII with the 5th. Infantry Training Depot at Colac VIC in the 2nd. AIF (No: V364315)
• Military: Between 18 Jun 1940 and 7 Apr 1941, Colac VIC; Home service with the 2nd. AIF during WWII, as No. V85162, Pte., 3rd. Infantry Training Depot.
• Military: Between 26 Mar 1942 and 7 Aug 1942; Home service with the 2nd. AIF during WWII, No. V364315, Pte., 3rd. Battalion, Volunteer Defence Corps.

Notes:

Military:
Embarked in Melbourne VIC on Ship No. A11, HMAT Ascanius.

Faced a Court Martial on 19 Dec 1917 and found Not Guilty. Charge unknown - record has been requested (24 Nov 2012).

Military Award:
Extract from THE THIRTY-NINTH, The History of the 39th Battalion Australian Imperial Force written by Lieutenant-Colonel A.T. Paterson, DSO, MC, VD, pages 229-230.

"In this action Sergeant Edgar E. Walter distinguished himself. He was subsequently awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal. There is no better way to describing his bravery than by quoting in full the recommendation forwarded to headquarters:

10th. Aust. Infantry (ed. Brigade) 3rd. Australian (ed. Division)
39th Battalion AIF. 1007, Sergeant Edgar Ernest WALTER

"Near Cléry-sur-Somme (ed. in Northern France) on 31 August 1918, for most conspicuous gallantry in action.

During the advance his company was held up by strong machine gun fire and this N.C.O. called out his section and led them against the opposition. He out-distanced his men and joined by an N.C.O. from the 38th Battalion rushed the position and succeeded by bombing and rifle fire in silencing eight enemy guns and put the teams to flight - the guns were all captured.

Afterwards in a C.T. (ed. communications trench) they encountered a number of machine guns - again this N.C.O. was equal to the occasion and the crews not killed were captured.

Still later in a storming party Sergeant WALTER was once more doing splendidly with Corporal Grinton of 38th Battalion, this time these intrepid N.C.Os. captured three high velocity enemy guns. These incidents were carried out with the utmost coolness and utter disregard of personal danger and had a very inspiring effect on the Company which advanced successfully to the final objective."

(sgd.) J. Gellibrand MG (ed. Major-General, GOC 3rd. Division, AIF)

[It is interesting to note that the Corporal A.V. Grinton of the 38th. Battalion mentioned above was also awarded a DCM for his part in these heroic events. (ed.)]

The Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) was only awarded to NCOs and other ranks and was ranked second only to the Victoria Cross (VC) when gallantry in action was awarded. (ed.)

Military:
Lowered his age by one year at enlistment.

Buried:
Location: P-157-0038

Edgar married CRAWFORD Catherine Isabella 14 Apr 1914, Victoria Valley VIC. Catherine was born 16 Aug 1886, Dunkeld VIC; died 24 Aug 1950, Wonga Park VIC; was buried 25 Aug 1950, Presbyterian Section, Box Hill Cemetery, Box Hill VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Shearer/Farm Manager/Postmaster
• _UID: 8D569DA15B124587AC19BCF430B8EBD274E3
• Military: Between 13 Jul 1915 and 27 Aug 1919, Gallipoli, Middle East and the Western Front in France and Belgium.; Served during WWI as No. 1189, Lance Corporal, 1st. ANZAC Cyclists Battalion, AIF with two detachments to serve on the guard to the Corps Commander.
• Military: Between 18 Feb 1942 and 30 Dec 1943; Home service during WWII as No. V146945, Pte., 120 Australian General Transport Company, 2nd. AIF.

Notes:

Military:
Promoted to Lance Corporal late in the war.

Ralph married TREADWELL Annie Caroline 19 Apr 1921, Noradjuha VIC. Annie (daughter of TREADWELL James Francis, JP and CHING Mary Jane) was born 15 Jan 1887, Noradjuha VIC; died 31 Oct 1978, Bush Nursing Hospital, Natimuk VIC; was buried Nov 1978, Noradjuha Cemetery, Noradjuha VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Elsie Muriel PERCIVAL
• _UID: A38B24778F71444FA2702642E434743294EA

Elsie married PERCIVAL Sydney John 18 May 1921, Sydney NSW. Sydney was born Abt 1870; died 5 May 1935, Ingleburn NSW. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: 8666BF8BA29740FB83ACDDD9AD3D8F717974

Notes:

Buried:
WES-XV-26

Other Events:

• Occupation: Labourer and Farmer
• _UID: F54248B6CA784B4EB0BC294D2FD533628BC6

Cecil married VICKERY Linda Maude 1925, Casterton VIC. Linda was born 1 Oct 1906, Casterton VIC; died 6 Nov 1984, Naracoorte SA; was buried 8 Nov 1984, Naracoorte Cemetery, Naracoorte SA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Eva May (Sue) SLOW
• _UID: F3A181521EDE48248BF60B6CFBC07A8480F1

Eva married SLOW George Edgar 23 May 1940, Camperdown VIC. George was born 6 Sep 1903, Kettering NTH; died 21 Aug 1991; was buried , Camperdown Cemetery, Camperdown VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: 6D1BEE5DD0B94D65A51555C310664EF094EA
• Cremated: 9 Apr 1992, Templestowe Cemetery, Templestowe VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
No: 93, Rose Garden 2

Died:
Rose Garden 2

Other Events:

• _UID: 4D903FAB91B84B9CA7771B825BF9F7CCC935
• Cremated: 22 Apr 2002, Templestowe Cemetery, Templestowe VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
No: 96, Rose Garden 2

Other Events:

• Name: Marian Anna KILLWORTH
• _UID: 839AE6CF8FBE4B3E96481F88AD06841C803B

Marian married KILLWORTH Alfred Edwin 27 Aug 1949, Melbourne VIC. Alfred was born Abt 1902, TAS; died 8 Jun 1985, Upper Ferntree Gully VIC; was buried Cal Jun 1985, Templestowe Cemetery, Templestowe VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Factory Worker
• _UID: 258F59D92D4A4AB693A8179D5F8BDB1223D8
• Military: Between 27 Jun 1940 and 6 Sep 1945; Served during WWII as No. VX40167, Lance Sergeant

Notes:

Buried:
Plot: CLC-LAWN-F08-808-52

Raymond married HICKEY Veronica Agnes 23 Feb 1944, Camperdown VIC. Veronica was born 13 Jan 1922, Bostock's Creek VIC; died 17 Aug 2015, Colac Area Health, Colac VIC; was buried 21 Aug 2015, Colac Cemetery, Colac VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Phyllis ROSS
• _UID: B0FAF2E3B67A4DEB8F4265A41ADDA02981B4
• Cremated: 10 Feb 2009, Fawkner Memorial Park, Fawkner VIC; : 87y

Notes:

Cremated:
Garden of Remembrance 3, Wall Niches Section 2, Compartment D, Niche 93

Phyllis married ROSS Gordon Roy 30 Oct 1949, Camperdown VIC. Gordon was born 1913, Essendon VIC; died Cal Jun 1959, Parkville VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: 9B75E30615F14F959AA7FFE58BCCB4E8FBA1

Other Events:

• _UID: 32864025D8F346D08DA651830D0D5863DACD
• Cremated: 21 Aug 1986, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale VIC

Notes:

It appears that Vena used the surname WALTERS and not WALTER during her lifetime.

Cremated:
Ashes scattered.

Died:
Death notice stated "Much loved cousin of Stan & Joyce, Jack (dec) & Jean, Don & Lillias and families."

Other Events:

• Name: Doris Annie PEARCE
• _UID: D9B0D44224004B1684B4C75BF26264285E91
• Cremated: 3 May 1993, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
Cremated remains scattered.

Doris married PEARCE Athol 1938, VIC. Athol was born 15 Aug 1897, Tallangatta VIC; died 21 Nov 1955, Cheltenham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: 694D632A476D42D7AC3EDFFCBD054C14F7AC

Other Events:

• _UID: 8D7130AA2F334E0981C655B50E5DEC255EB8
• Military: Between 7 Jun 1940 and 5 Feb 1941; Served in WWII as No. VX 24092, Private, 2/22 Battalion, Australian Infantry, 2nd. AIF
• Military: Between 21 Nov 1942 and 18 Jan 1946; Served in WWII as No. V504057, Driver at HQ 1 Australian Army, 2nd. AIF

Notes:

Believed to have "run away" to sea. Probably pre-WWII but as Rex was discharged from the Army on 18 Jan 1946 when still a young man, it is possible that it was post WWII.

While serving with the 2nd. AIF Rex was convicted of illegal use of a motor car in Geelong on 5 Oct 1940. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 4 weeks imprisonment on 10 Oct 1940. This event probably explains the gap in his Army service during WWII. The Army was very obviously happy to have him back in uniform after a suitable 'cooling off' period. During the gap in his military service the 2/22 Battalion was in very heavy action in New Britain where many members were lost and taken prisoner and some were massacred by their captors.

Rex — FREWIN Ivy Evelyn. Ivy was born 1900, Geelong VIC; died 14 Jan 1965, Ascot Vale VIC; was buried 15 Jan 1965, Fawkner Memorial Park, Fawkner VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: 487794E120E44F8F824D11FE68D851199ED1

Other Events:

• Occupation: Farmer
• _UID: FFE54F7D73D44D889078E58E229F98D777A8
• Probate: 7 Feb 1989, Melbourne VIC

Horace married HAMMOND Clarice May 10 Apr 1935, Horsham VIC. Clarice was born 2 May 1908, Horsham VIC; died 19 Jun 1999, Nhill VIC; was buried 23 Jun 1999, Goroke Cemetery, Goroke VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education: State School, Carchap VIC; Primary
• Education: State School, Noradjuha VIC; Primary
• Occupation: Retired Farmer
• _UID: 329817807FDA448CA99525803F0FAC1E8508

Notes:

Buried:
After a service held at the Goroke Uniting Church.

Gordon married BAILEY Evelyn Amy 12 Apr 1938, Methodist Church, Goroke VIC. Evelyn was born 23 Sep 1915, Natimuk VIC; died 10 Jan 1989, Bush Nursing Hospital, Natimuk VIC; was buried 11 Jan 1989, Goroke Cemetery, Goroke VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education: Casterton Higher Elementary School, Casterton VIC
• Name: Freda Mary MERRITT
• Occupation: Home Duties
• _UID: D5E39CFE5D22458CBC0AE12F42402C0F3501
• Baptism: 14 Sep 1908, Methodist Church, Tullich VIC
• Cremated: 3 Aug 2000

Notes:

Baptism:
Officiating minister at the baptism of Freda Mary WALTER (1907-2000) was Rev. Wm. Allsop.

Cremated:
Ashes placed at the Western Public Cemetery, Geelong VIC. WST-NICH-WALL-05-408-059

Freda married MERRITT George Thomas 13 Jul 1935, Noble Street Methodist Church, Chilwell VIC. George was born 13 Jul 1909, Scarsdale VIC; died 21 Dec 1996, Geelong VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education: Casterton Higher Elementary School, Casterton VIC
• Occupation: Home Duties
• _UID: 2921E908C37A413CAC41AE10CF9240EB2C95
• Baptism: 26 Jul 1913, Heathfield VIC
• Cremated: 12 Aug 1964, New Cemetery & Crematorium, Ballarat VIC
• Probate: 22 Oct 1964, Melbourne VIC

Notes:

Geelong Advertiser, Thursday, 13 August, 1964

Sudden Death at Ceres

Miss A. Walter, of Ceres, who died suddenly at the home of her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. G.T. Merritt, Torongo, on Monday, was one who, over a period of years gave excellent service to the district in numerous and various ways.

She had been a resident for 20 years and her interest in, and services given to organisations to which she had been attached were outstanding in the capabilities she displayed in the many duties assigned to her.

In addition to public attachments, she gave a record of service to the Methodist Church and its calls. In this and in all her engagements she exhibited a strong, devout, gracious and kindly Christian character by which she won the respect and friendliness of all sections of the district.

The funeral service at the Noble Street Methodist Church yesterday morning was largely attended and the Rev. S.M. Box, who conducted the service paid a fitting tribute to Miss Walters' (sic) life and associations in the district and Church.

Miss Walter formerly lived in the Casterton district.

Both her parents are deceased and she is survived by a sister, Mrs. G.T. Merritt and brother, Mr. S. Walter and to them and all relatives her many friends in this district extend sincere sympathy.
_______

Alice Anna WALTER was a long-time supporter and friend of the Cottage-by-the-Sea at Queenscliff VIC. Following her death, a drinking fountain was placed in the grounds of the cottage and dedicated to her memory by Rev. Rob Gallacher. This dedication took place in March 1966.

Baptism:
At home, by Rev. W.E. Lancaster.

Cremated:
Ashes placed at the Western Public Cemetery, Geelong VIC.
WST-NICH-WALL-05-408-057

Other Events:

• Occupation: Grazier/Salesman/Manager/Small Businessman
• _UID: CC279738AE744CA2AF0E628A9119C77F6B65
• Education: Between 1919 and 1924, Casterton Higher Elementary School, Casterton VIC; Primary Education
• Education: Between 1925 and 1929, The Geelong College, Newtown VIC; Secondary Education
• Education: Between 1930 and 1932, Longerenong and Dookie Agricultural Colleges VIC; Tertiary
• Military: Between 1 May 1938 and 3 Jan 1942; Served during WWII as No. V59322, Private, 23/21 Battalion, Volunteer Defence Corps (VDC), 2nd. AIF.

Notes:

Geelong Advertiser, 24 Oct 1945

Talented Singer

Mr. Stanley F. Walter, of Paraparap who was a successful vocalist at the South Street Eisteddfod, where he just missed the grand aggregate for the whole festival in the men's vocal sections. He was placed first in men's sacred solo (94 points); second in the baritone solo (89); third in the men's vocal championship, two items (187); third in the Leider section for ladies and gentlemen (95); and hon. mention in the section for men who had never won a first prize at South Street (88).

The adjudicator made some complimentary comments, such as; "Good rich voice"; "good clear-cut enunciation"; "moods and tempi well expressed"; "a sense of dignity and reverence displayed" (in the sacred song); "you play your voice nicely"; "tone well supported on breath"; "excellent diction and vocal line"; "a very artistic and nicely restrained performance." "You caught the spirit of the old patriarch, and sang with fine devotional spirit and effect." These latter remarks applied to his singing of "Lord God of Abraham" ("Elijah") in the men's championship. Mr. Walter is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. F.J. Walter of Casterton. His parents died when he was quite young. He was educated at the Geelong College, and subsequently he studied at the Longerenong and the Dookie Agricultural Colleges. At Dookie his father was one of the original students. All his vocal training has been under the direction of Mrs. R.M. Black, who, during the past three years in particular, has put him through an intensive course. In some of the sections at South Street there were more than 100 competitors, including talented vocalists from every State in the Commonwealth and from New Zealand.
____
The Sun-News Pictorial, 31 Aug 1990

Father and son in tune

Denis Walter appears on TV today with his Dad, Stan. "It's taken Stan 77 years to get his first break on TV," Denis joked.

Father and son will sing a duet, Bless This House, on Channel Nine's In Melbourne Today. "My dad is a bass baritone like myself," Denis said. "So my deep voice wasn't caused by an accident at birth - it is actually inherited!"

Host Ernie Sigley invited Stan on to the show after hearing him sing after a Footscray - Geelong game. "Ernie thought Stan would make a perfect Father's Day guest," Denis explained.

Education:
Attended Longerenong Agricultural College for two years where he was deputy head prefect, graduating in 1931. Attended Dookie Agricultural College for a further year in 1932 graduating with a further more prestigious Diploma of Agriculture. It is interesting to note that his father Frederick Joseph WALTER (1872-1925) also attended Dookie Agricultural College in the first ever intake which graduated in 1888.

Military:
His term in the VDC was probably terminated due to the fact that as Farmer/Grazier/Land owner he was engaged in a reserved occupation.

Late in his life it was discovered that his real priority during WWII was to join the Navy. Once again his reserved occupation status probably snuffed out that ambition.

Buried:
HGH-LAWN-GK-808-02

Stanley married HERD Brenda Lorraine 28 Nov 1942, Yarra Street Methodist Church, Geelong VIC. Brenda (daughter of HERD Frederick Forbes and SUMNER Alice Rose) was born 21 Jan 1917, Belmont VIC; died 25 Jun 2004, Geelong Hospital, Geelong VIC; was buried 2 Jul 2004, Barrabool Hills Cemetery, Highton VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: 726FAD013020411488665D605D63E038B7AF

Clifford married HENSTRIDGE Alma 28 Sep 1926, Horsham VIC. Alma was born 15 Feb 1906, Albert Park VIC; died 1 Dec 1994, Horsham VIC; was buried Dec 1994, Lawn Cemetery, Horsham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Sporting Interests: Noradjuha VIC; Played football (life membership in 1963) and tennis
• Occupation: Garage Proprietor
• _UID: 4187EBF4D15D4441B4B272A31580B5B1D03B

Notes:

Buried:
After a service held at St. Andrew's Uniting Church, Horsham VIC.

Melville married CROSSLEY Elizabeth Mary 1934, Horsham VIC. Elizabeth was born 10 Oct 1908, Casterton VIC; died 23 Sep 1937, Coleraine VIC; was buried Sep 1937, Coleraine VIC. [Group Sheet]

Melville married WILSON Hilda 6 Aug 1941, Horsham VIC. Hilda was born 28 Nov 1913, Horsham VIC; died 7 May 1966, Natimuk VIC; was buried May 1966, Lawn Cemetery, Horsham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Clarice Rita BRIMACOMBE
• _UID: 79D16363E32940298D82B1E8DB21448DFA20

Clarice married BRIMACOMBE Thomas Walter 1933. Thomas (son of BRIMACOMBE John Walter and ELLIOT Helen) was born 11 Aug 1900, Wonwondah VIC; died 14 Jun 1969, Horsham VIC; was buried Jun 1969, Lawn Cemetery, Horsham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education: State School, Noradjuha VIC; Primary
• _UID: A6AA62B530B7473ABE3131E09A7AC54EF64B
• Military: 24 Jul 1942; Served during WWII as a Private in Area 7B, Horsham (No: V226135)
• Occupation: Abt 1945, Noradjuha VIC; Farmer/Manager
• Occupation: Bef 1970, Geelong VIC and Horsham VIC; Manager

Notes:

Claude WALTER (1912-1993) was raised by his Uncle Horace and Aunt Mary WALTER. His mother had died a few days after his birth from complications caused by that event. He did not know of his true ancestry until relatively late in his life and found it very difficult to reconcile himself to these facts.

Claude married HEARD Norma Selina 6 Sep 1939, Ararat VIC. Norma was born 23 May 1914, Castlemaine VIC; died 16 Jul 1992; was buried Cal Jul 1992, Lawn Cemetery, Horsham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Lillian Mary McKENRY
• _UID: 84EC2CE566FB4466BDF1016EB6BFA8A1679D

Lillian married MCKENRY Hector Charles Henry 6 Apr 1938, Horsham Methodist Church, Horsham VIC. Hector was born 6 Mar 1913, Natimuk VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Allinda May (Nin) LESLIE
• _UID: 079076E956E34924AF915DFF1E91F8C2A185

Allinda married LESLIE Donald James 18 Mar 1941. Donald was born 12 Nov 1916, Minyip VIC; died 25 Jun 2002, Horsham VIC; was buried Cal Jun 2002, Lawn Cemetery, Horsham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: C9355EFBC9A641238A82700D8571CE920935

Other Events:

• Name: Calla Lilian (Peg) RICHMOND
• _UID: 83BB1DD9AE1F4927BDCAC988C7E32ED2F335
• Baptism: 1911, Noradjuha VIC

Calla married RICHMOND Eric 11 Apr 1936, Wesley Church, Melbourne VIC. Eric was born 22 Nov 1909, Winchelsea VIC; died 6 Mar 2001, St. Vincent's Hospital, Fitzroy VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Fitter and Turner
• _UID: 805995FC822E4A7585017C0A276EF376E3C7

Notes:

Buried:
Lawn 3M, Grave #60187

Keith married ELDRIDGE Elsie Jean Apr 1939, Ballarat VIC. Elsie was born 1917, Ballarat VIC; died 3 Aug 2008, Bendigo Hospice, Bendigo VIC; was buried 6 Aug 2008, Bendigo Public Cemetery, Bendigo VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Occupation: Store Manager
• _UID: F71F5C05AEBE433B8067C5D7F4E134422F4C
• Cremated: 17 Jan 2008, New Cemetery & Crematorium, Ballarat VIC

Notes:

Cremated:
Birdsong Walk, Section 7, Grave 2

Ralph married BERRY Ruby 1941. Ruby was born 1917, Ballarat VIC; died 10 Apr 2011. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• _UID: 4019BDDCE14E4F1EB3904D9DD8A70E74BC4F

Other Events:

• Education: Noradjuha VIC; Primary
• Education: The Geelong College, Newtown VIC; Secondary
• Occupation: Retired Grazier
• _UID: DD2819BB0D62424F846F7C474CC29977ADC5
• Education: 1931, Dookie Agricultural College, Dookie VIC; Tertiary
• Honors: 31 Dec 1980; Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to Local Government

Notes:

Geelong Advertiser, 31 Dec 1980, page 13, New Year Honours List

M.B.E.

Councillor George Ambrose WALTER, Noradjuha, VIC - for service to local government and the community.

Education:
School captain and Dux of the College in 1932.

Buried:
Plot: CENTRAL 3-S-15

George married KING Thelma Violet Angelina 24 May 1941, St. Paul's Anglican Church, Latrobe Terrace, Geelong West VIC. Thelma was born 6 Dec 1913, Mordialloc VIC; died 9 Jun 2006, Horsham and District Funerals' Chapel, Horsham VIC; was buried 14 Jun 2006, Lawn Cemetery, Horsham VIC. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education: The Geelong College, Newtown VIC; Secondary
• Occupation: Manager
• _UID: C0FCF1AC2F604938A0764938C713A28905FE
• Probate: 27 Apr 1972, Melbourne VIC

Notes:

Buried:
Plot: Individual Position, Position 2060

Frank married PENNEY Marie 21 Nov 1942, St. David's Church, Newtown VIC. Marie was born 22 Nov 1916, Terang VIC; died 10 Nov 1989, 120 Aphrasia Street, Newtown VIC; was buried 14 Nov 1989, Barrabool Hills Cemetery, Highton VIC. [Group Sheet]