4th March 1927 - Death and Funeral of Mr H. Gilby

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Death and Funeral of Mr H. Gilby

Quite a gloom was cast over the village on Sunday, February 20th, when it became known that Henry Gilby (Nenny) had passed peacefully away the previous night. Though in failing health for some time, his end was sudden, at the age of 61 years.

Much sympathy has been expressed with his wife and two daughters in their sad loss. Always ready with a word and a joke - he will be missed by many.

The funeral took place on 24th February (Thursday) at 3 o'clock.

Beautiful floral tributes were as follows - "For Dad" from Mum and the girls; From Brother Albert, Liza and Nephew Harry; For dear dear Grandpa from little Daphne; With sincere sympathy from Mrs and Miss Mitchell; In loving memory of Uncle Henry from Nieces Agnes and Addie; With deep sympathy from all members of the Women's Institute and friends; With deepest sympathy from friends of the Football and Cricket Clubs.

The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr Wilson, of Barkway.

15th April 1927 - Funeral of Mrs Mottram

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Funeral of Mrs Mottram

Amid signs of general regret, the funeral of Mrs W. Mottram took place at Layston on Wednesday, the 6th inst.

The remains, encassed in a plain oak coffin, were carried to the graveside by members of the Foresters' Friendly Society.

The service was conducted by the Vicar, the Rev. A. Howard, and the immediate mourners were Mr W. Mottram (husband), Mr S. Howlett (nephew), Mrs Howlett (sister), Mr W. Norris (brother), Mr Howlett (brother-in-law), Mrs Norris (sister-in-law), Mr Goodchild, Mrs Hants, Mrs Driver, and Miss C. Norris (nieces).

Amongst the townspeople present we observed - Mrs H. Coleman, Mrs C. Miles, Mrs A.G. Day, Miss Marsden, Mrs H. Clark, Mrs Aylott, Miss Aylott, Mrs E.G. Thody, Mrs C. Postle, Mrs Ambrose, Mrs A. Howard, Mrs E. Camp, Mrs A. Clark, Mrs H. Clark, Mr J. Smith, Mr A. Clark, and Mr J. Bishop (the last two representing the Buntingford Football Club) and others.

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15th April 1927 - Death of Mrs Maria Coxall

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Death of Mrs Maria Coxall

We regret to record the death of Mrs Maria Coxall.

The deceased, who was 75 years of age, was quite well in the early days of last week, but after a few days' illness she passed away early on Monday morning last. Her husband died eight years ago.

The deceased leaves a grown-up family of two sons and five daughters, and sympathy is extended to them in their loss.

The funeral takes place at Layston on Saturday afternoon.

15th April 1927 - Death of Miss Alice Clark

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Death

We regret to record the death of Miss Alice Clark, of High Street.

The deceased lady, who has been ill for some considerable time, formerly lived at Guildford, but owing to her severe illness came to stay with her sister, Mrs H. Feasey, who has given her every possible attention during her long illness, which was borne with much patience and fortitude throughout.

The deceased, who was 53 years of age, passed away on Sunday, and the funeral took place quietly at Layston on Wednesday, the service being conducted by the Vicar, the Rev. A. Howard.