18th February 1927 - Death of Mrs R. Nelson

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Death of Mrs R. Nelson

The death of Mrs Rebecca Nelson, at the advanced age of 86, took place at "The Angel " Inn on Thursday last.

The deceased, who had been living in Buntingford with her daughter, Mrs W. Hale, for about a year, was one of the oldest inhabitants of Blankney, Lincs., where she was well-known and greatly respected. She was a cheerful old lady, and one who had a kind word for everyone.

The funeral took place at Layston Church on Wednesday afternoon, when a number of townspeople were present.

The service was conducted by the Vicar, the Rev. A. Howard, and the immediate mourners were:

Mr and Mrs W. Hale (son-in-law and daughter), Miss Counsell and Mr Barnett.

The deceased was a widow, her husband having died about a year ago.

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