Rachel Hannah Horwood (c1855-1936)

Obituary
Mrs. Rachel Willmore

Death at Kensington

Mrs. Rachel Willmore, who died at her home at Kensington last week, was the second daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Horwood of Parramatta, and widow of the late James Willmore. She was born at Seven Hills 80 years ago. Before her marriage, she conducted a dressmaking business in George-street, Parramatta. At that time she took an active interest in the work of St. John's Church, and for some time was a Sunday school teacher. She leaves a family of five—Messrs. Frank (Brighton-le-Sands), and Harry Willmore (Mascot), Mrs. E. C. Schofield (Bondi), and Misses Alice and Effie Willmore (Kensington). Mrs. A. Christie (Rosehill-street, Parramatta) is a sister of deceased, her brothers being Mr. C. W. Horwood (Seven Hills), Mr. D. P. Horwood (Baulkham Hills), and Mr. V. P. Horwood (Parramatta). Prior to the funeral leaving the Baptist Tabernacle, Darlinghurst, for the Church of England Cemetery, Rookwood, last Thursday, a service was conducted by Rev. Hercus, who delivered an impressive address. He also officiated at the burial.

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