George William Clarke (1858-1937)

Obituary
LATE GEORGE WILLIAM CLARK Although Mr. George Clark was obviously failing in health during the past couple of months, residents of Bulli-Woonona district were surprised on Tuesday afternoon when it was made known he had quietly passed away at 1 p.m. that day. The funeral left the home on the corner of Prince's Highway and Hopetoun St., Bulli, at 4.15 pim. on Wednesday, the extended cortege including representatives of various walks of life. The interment took place in the Church of England section of Bulli cemetery, Rev. S. A. Turner officiating at the graveside.

Deceased was born in Moss Vale district 74 years ago. As a young man of about 20 years, he came to Bulli district, being at first engaged in the building trade, after which he entered employment at South Bulli Colliery, where he remained up to his retirement 12 years ago. Always active, his retirement from the colliery did not mean idleness, as he performed the duties of impounding officer and also continued with his love for gardening, which is creditably reflected in the well-kept lawns and accurately pruned ornamental trees which lend charm to the family residence. His sporting interests embraced rifle shooting and cricket, having been treasurer of the rifle club for over 20 years. Cricket claimed him chiefly. He was an exceptional follower of the game, and when age compelled him to withdraw from active participation, he unselfishly remained to act as umpire. He was a prominent member of the Free Gardeners' Lodge, having occupied various' offices. Even after reaching the 'allotted span' he remained remarkably alert and always displayed a deep interest in the affairs of the district and persons passing his home always found interest in a conversation with him. He will certainly be missed as a worthy citizen of the district.

About 53 years ago he was married at Bulli to a member of a well-known family, Miss Theresa Plunkett, a lady who to-day commands the respect of everybody because of her undoubted kindly and Christianlike actions, and sympathy goes out to her from all quarters in her sad bereavement. Similar sympathy is extended to the adult family, all natives of Bulli district Herbert (Bulli), George (deceased), Thomas (Maroubra), Maude (Mrs. Lowe, South Kensington), Vera (Mrs. R. Taylor, Bathurst), Linda (Mrs. C. Warner, Woonona).

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