David Williams Nimmitabel c

David Williams was the son of John Williams and Sarah Nash and was born in 1836 at his parents' squattage south of Queanbeyan. A few years later David relocated with his family to the Monaro district, settling initially near Nimmitabel and later at the "Groses Plain" cattle run south-west of Jindabyne.

In 1857 David married Mary Ann Ward (1836-1924), the daughter of Cooma innkeeper Joseph Ward and his wife Catherine Hartigan. Both Joseph and Catherine were colonial-born and were also early settlers in the Monaro district. In 1860 David and his brother-in-law Joseph Ward junior jointly acquired the lease to the "Burrow" run from Joseph Ward senior, which they held until the mid-1860's. During this period, David also managed the "Australian Arms" hotel in Cooma.

David turned to farming in the mid-1860's, acquiring consecutive selections on the "Burrow" run however both proved unsuccessful. In 1877 David selected land at Byadbo however this selection also met with complications. In 1882 David's son James selected land at Ingebyra on which David and his family settled. They remained there until the early 1900's when they retired to live at "Moonbar". David died in 1906 and Mary Ann in 1923.

Descendants of David Williams

Bob and Anne Norton <banort42-at-snowy.net.au> 20.12.06
Recompiled from the new Monaro Pioneers database: 22.01.08
with additional information supplied by:
David Williams <glenbog-at-cyberone.com.au>
Margaret Mulheron [mjmulheron-at-optusnet.com.au] 15.02.08
Elsie Mutch [graham.johnson5-at-bigpond.com] 17.02.09

1. David Williams, son of John Williams and Sarah Nash, was born on August 22, 1836 in Burra near Queanbeyan, NSW^¹ and died in 1908 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^² at age 72.

David married Mary Ann Ward on July 28, 1857 in Cooma, NSW.³ Mary was born on April 12, 1836 in Airds near Campbelltown, NSW,^⁴ was baptised in May 1836 in St. Peter's Church of England Campbelltown, NSW, died in 1923 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^⁵ at age 87, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, NSW Grave 87.

2 M i. James Williams was born on May 6, 1858 in Grosses Plain near Jindabyne, NSW^⁶ and died on January 8, 1935 in Ballina, NSW^⁷ at age 76.

M ii. Joseph Williams was born in 1859 in Cooma, NSW,^⁸ died on June 7, 1881 in Cooma, NSW^⁹ at age 22, and was buried in Christ Church Cemetery, Cooma, NSW Grave 83. (Twin)

F iii. Eliza Jane Williams was born in 1859 in Cooma, NSW,^⁸ died in 1873 in Cooma, NSW^¹⁰ at age 14, and was buried in Christ Church, Church of England, Cooma Cemetery, NSW Grave 84. (Twin)

M iv. David Williams was born in 1861 in Cooma, NSW^¹¹ and died in 1863 in Cooma, NSW^¹² at age 2.

3 F v. Mary Ann Williams was born in 1863 in Cooma, NSW^¹³ and died in 1934 in Wollongong, NSW^¹⁴ at age 71.

4 F vi. Clara Williams was born in 1865 in Cooma, NSW^¹⁵ and died in 1931 in Towamba near Eden, NSW^¹⁶ at age 66.

5 M vii. Henry Williams was born in 1867 in Cooma, NSW^¹⁷ and died in 1925 in Ashfield, NSW^¹⁸ at age 58.

6 M viii. Edward Ernest Williams was born in 1870 in Cooma, NSW,^¹⁹ died on August 28, 1923 in Cooma, NSW^²⁰ at age 53, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Church of England section.

7 M ix. Albert Williams was born in 1872 in Cooma, NSW^²¹ and died in 1952 in Goulburn, NSW^²² at age 80.

8 F x. Stella Adeline Williams was born on June 30, 1874 in Grosses Plain near Jindabyne, NSW,^²³ died on March 25, 1936 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^²⁴ at age 61, and was buried on March 25, 1936 in Moonbah Cemetery, NSW Grave 12.

M xi. Willam Hubert Williams was born in 1876 in Cooma, NSW,^²⁵ died on August 26, 1901 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^²⁶ at age 25, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, NSW Grave 10.

M xii. Alfred Dudley Williams was born in 1878 in Nimmitabel, NSW^²⁷ and died in 1951 in Cooma, NSW^²⁸ at age 73.

2. James Williams (David¹) was born on May 6, 1858 in Grosses Plain near Jindabyne, NSW^⁶ and died on January 8, 1935 in Ballina, NSW^⁷ at age 76.

James married Mary Elizabeth Pendergast on April 18, 1888 in Cooma, NSW.²⁹ Mary was born in 1860 in Wollondibby near Jindabyne, NSW,^³⁰ died on January 26, 1920 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^³¹ at age 60, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Grave 16.

9 M i. Joseph David Ernest Williams was born on July 27, 1889 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^³² and died on May 5, 1944 in Newtown, NSW^³³ at age 54.

F ii. Amelia Anastatia May Williams was born on May 31, 1891 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW,^³⁴ died on September 30, 1896 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^³⁵ at age 5, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Grave 18.

M iii. Alan Leslie Edwin Williams was born on December 13, 1893 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW,^³⁶ died on October 13, 1896 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^³⁷ at age 2, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Grave 17.

M iv. Clarence Laurence Hugh Williams was born on December 9, 1895 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^³⁸ and died on August 2, 1968 in Canberra, ACT at age 72.

Clarence married Marcella Mary Byrne on November 29, 1939 in Cooma, NSW.³⁹ Marcella was born in 1906 in Coonamble, NSW^⁴⁰ and died in Canberra, ACT.

F v. Lily Ethel May Williams was born on June 12, 1897 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^⁴¹ and died on July 3, 1982 at age 85. She never married and had no children.

M vi. Alban Alan Henry Williams was born on June 22, 1899 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW,^⁴² died on November 23, 1933 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^⁴³ at age 34, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Grave 15. He never married and had no children.

M vii. Austin James Loxley Williams was born on February 11, 1903 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^⁴⁴ and died on July 26, 1976 in Penrith, NSW^⁴⁵ at age 73. He never married and had no children.

M viii. Rupert William Cecil Williams was born on December 27, 1904 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^⁴⁶ and died on August 6, 1982 at age 77.

3. Mary Ann Williams (David¹) was born in 1863 in Cooma, NSW^¹³ and died in 1934 in Wollongong, NSW^¹⁴ at age 71. Another name for Mary was Maria.

10 F i. Irene Lestelle Williams was born on May 9, 1886 in Ingebyra near Jindabyne, NSW,^⁴⁸ died in 1966 in Wollongong, NSW^⁴⁹ at age 80, and was buried in Lakeside Memorial Park, Dapto, NSW.

Mary married James Joseph Campbell on April 11, 1888 in Catholic Church, Moonbah, NSW.⁵⁰ James was born in 1857 in Cooma, NSW^⁵¹ and died in 1926 in Newtown, NSW^⁵² at age 69.

Marriage Notes: witnesses to their marriage were Mary's brother Albert and her sister Clara

11 F i. Irene Lestelle Williams was born on May 9, 1886 in Ingebyra near Jindabyne, NSW,^⁴⁸ died in 1966 in Wollongong, NSW^⁴⁹ at age 80, and was buried in Lakeside Memorial Park, Dapto, NSW. (Relationship to Father: Adopted)

M ii. Edward H. Campbell was born in 1889 in Cooma, NSW^⁵³ and died in 1896 in Cooma, NSW^⁵⁴ at age 7.

M iii. Joseph Valentine Campbell was born in 1891 in Cooma, NSW^⁵⁵ and died in 1976 in NSW^⁵⁶ at age 85.

M vi. Thomas David Campbell was born in 1897 in Cooma, NSW^⁶¹ and died in 1974 in NSW^⁶² at age 77.

M viii. James Dudley Campbell was born in 1905 in Cooma, NSW^⁶⁴ and died in 1965 in Kiama, NSW^⁶⁵ at age 60.

4. Clara Williams (David¹) was born in 1865 in Cooma, NSW^¹⁵ and died in 1931 in Towamba near Eden, NSW^¹⁶ at age 66.

Clara married Samuel Phillips in 1909 in Cooma, NSW.⁶⁸ Samuel was born in 1866 in Cooma, NSW^⁶⁹ and died in 1951 in Bega, NSW^⁷⁰ at age 85.

5. Henry Williams (David¹) was born in 1867 in Cooma, NSW^¹⁷ and died in 1925 in Ashfield, NSW^¹⁸ at age 58. Another name for Henry was Harry.

Henry married Emma Sophia Spellman in 1894 in Adaminaby, NSW.⁷¹ Emma was born in 1872 in Cooma, NSW^⁷² and died in 1958 in Cooma, NSW^⁷³ at age 86. Another name for Emma was Dollie.

M i. Clifton B. Williams was born in 1903 in Cooma, NSW^⁷⁴ and died in 1912 in Cooma, NSW^⁷⁵ at age 9.

13 M ii. Athol Raymond Williams was born on March 15, 1895, died on December 23, 1953 in Cooma, NSW^⁷⁶ at age 58, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Catholic section.

F iii. Barbara Marie Genevra Margaret Williams was born on September 12, 1912 in Cooma, NSW, died on August 29, 1984 in Cooma, NSW at age 71, and was buried in Mittagang Cemetery, Cooma, NSW Church of England section.

Barbara married Hartley Heathcote Thomson on September 6, 1936 in Jindabyne, NSW.⁷⁷ Hartley was born on October 8, 1911 in Ingebyra, NSW, died on July 6, 1993 in Cooma, NSW at age 81, and was buried in Mittagang Cemetery, Cooma, NSW Church of England section. Another name for Hartley was Tom.

• He served in the military as an Aircraftman 1, number 61217, 3 SCHOOL OF TECHNICAL TRAINING ULTIMO, Royal Australian Air Force from October 21, 1941 to March 20, 1942 in WW2.

6. Edward Ernest Williams (David¹) was born in 1870 in Cooma, NSW,^¹⁹ died on August 28, 1923 in Cooma, NSW^²⁰ at age 53, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Church of England section.

Edward had a relationship with Ann Cecilia Joy in 1897 in Cooma, NSW. This couple did not marry. Ann was born on March 10, 1876 in Muzzelwood Flat, NSW,^⁷⁸ died on November 5, 1961 in Jindabyne, NSW^⁷⁹ at age 85, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Catholic section. Another name for Ann was Annie.

M i. Howard Joseph Joy was born on August 18, 1898 in Cobbin near Jindabyne, NSW^⁸⁰ and died on August 2, 1969 in Concord, NSW^⁸¹ at age 70. Another name for Howard was Howard Joseph Pendergast.

Notes: Howard's 1st marriage was registered in the surname of Joy and in his 2nd is registered as Pendergast

• He served in the military as a Private, number 3805, 14th Australian General Hospital, 1st AIF from May 23, 1917 to August 2, 1919 in WW1. Unit embarked from Sydney, NSW, on board RMS Ormonde on 2 March 1918

Howard married Elizabeth Marion Sweeney in 1922 in Kensington, NSW.⁸² Elizabeth was born on December 2, 1896 in Sydney, NSW.^⁸³

Howard next married Alice Freda Rogers on September 18, 1939 in Hurstville, NSW.⁸⁴ Alice was born on March 24, 1914.

Edward next married Agnes Eva Thomson on December 30, 1908 in Cooma, NSW.⁸⁵ Agnes was born on September 30, 1891 in Jerrabomberra, NSW,^⁸⁶ died on October 17, 1967 in Cooma, NSW^⁸⁷ at age 76, and was buried in Jindabyne Cemetery, NSW Catholic section. Another name for Agnes was Aggie.

7. Albert Williams (David¹) was born in 1872 in Cooma, NSW^²¹ and died in 1952 in Goulburn, NSW^²² at age 80.

Albert married Mary Ann Barry in 1902 in Cooma, NSW.⁸⁹ Mary was born in 1874 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^⁹⁰ and died in 1960 in Goulburn, NSW^⁹¹ at age 86.

F i. Aldyth Dulcie Williams was born in 1903 in Moonbah, NSW^⁹² and died in 1952 in Goulburn, NSW^⁹³ at age 49.

F ii. Thelma Mary Williams was born in March 1905 in Moonbah, NSW,^⁹⁴ died on June 25, 1921 in Cooma, NSW^⁹⁵ at age 16, and was buried in Mittagang Cemetery, Cooma, NSW Grave 221.

14 F iii. Uriel Genevieve Williams was born in 1911 in Cooma, NSW, died on June 24, 1993 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW at age 82, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Catholic section.

8. Stella Adeline Williams (David¹) was born on June 30, 1874 in Grosses Plain near Jindabyne, NSW,^²³ died on March 25, 1936 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^²⁴ at age 61, and was buried on March 25, 1936 in Moonbah Cemetery, NSW Grave 12.

Notes: The Birth records on the BDM register show Stella's name as Hella Adeline Williams.

Stella married John Claude Thomson on July 7, 1901 in Adaminaby, NSW.⁹⁷ Claude was born on October 27, 1867 in Jerrabomberra, NSW,^⁹⁸ died on March 3, 1929 in Sydney, NSW^⁹⁹ at age 61, and was buried on March 5, 1929 in Moonbah Cemetery, NSW Grave 12. He was usually called Claude.

M i. Darcy Constance Thomson was born on November 24, 1901 in Moonbah, NSW^¹⁰⁰ and died on January 12, 1967 in Bowral, NSW^¹⁰¹ at age 65.

Darcy married Vida Alice Frazer in 1929 in Warialda, NSW.¹⁰² Vida was born in 1905 in Walcha, NSW^¹⁰³ and died on July 3, 1963 in Camden, NSW^¹⁰⁴ at age 58.

Darcy next married Ailkeen Mary Riley on July 18, 1964. Ailkeen was born circa 1910 and died circa 1984 at age 74.

F ii. Stella Vivian Thomson was born on June 1, 1903 in Ingebyra, NSW^¹⁰⁵ and died on August 26, 1993 in Griffith, NSW at age 90.

Stella married Edward Mervyn Brown on August 15, 1953 in Sydney, NSW. Edward was born on December 4, 1902 in Ivanhoe, NSW^¹⁰⁶ and died on March 3, 1990 in Griffith, NSW at age 87. Another name for Edward was Ted.

M iii. Edgar Lyle Thomson was born on June 2, 1905 in Ingebyra, NSW^¹⁰⁷ and died on February 10, 1993 in Albury, NSW at age 87.

Edgar married Esther May Suitor on July 30, 1930 in Berridale, NSW.¹⁰⁸ Esther was born on November 13, 1911 in Bredbo, NSW and died on January 9, 1993 in Albury, NSW at age 81.

15 M iv. Antle John Thomson was born on September 30, 1907 in Ingebyra, NSW^¹⁰⁹ and died on March 1, 1985 in Unanderra, NSW at age 77.

M v. Arnst Stanley Thomson was born on August 22, 1909 in Ingebyra, NSW^¹¹⁰ and died on January 25, 1989 in Camden, NSW at age 79. Another name for Arnst was Stan.

Arnst married Verna Florence Spellman on February 13, 1932 in Adaminaby, NSW.¹¹¹ Verna was born on December 15, 1915 in Enmore, NSW and died on September 30, 2003 in Narellan, NSW at age 87.

M vi. Hartley Heathcote Thomson was born on October 8, 1911 in Ingebyra, NSW, died on July 6, 1993 in Cooma, NSW at age 81, and was buried in Mittagang Cemetery, Cooma, NSW Church of England section. Another name for Hartley was Tom.

• He served in the military as an Aircraftman 1, number 61217, 3 SCHOOL OF TECHNICAL TRAINING ULTIMO, Royal Australian Air Force from October 21, 1941 to March 20, 1942 in WW2.

Hartley married Barbara Marie Genevra Margaret Williams on September 6, 1936 in Jindabyne, NSW.⁷⁷ Barbara was born on September 12, 1912 in Cooma, NSW, died on August 29, 1984 in Cooma, NSW at age 71, and was buried in Mittagang Cemetery, Cooma, NSW Church of England section.

9. Joseph David Ernest Williams (James², David¹) was born on July 27, 1889 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW^³² and died on May 5, 1944 in Newtown, NSW^³³ at age 54.

Joseph married Margaret Patricia Thompson in 1921 in Redfern, NSW.¹¹² Margaret was born on March 17, 1888 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW,^¹¹³ was baptised on April 11, 1888 in St. Thomas' Catholic Church, Moonbah, NSW, and died on June 6, 1967 in Earlwood, NSW^¹¹⁴ at age 79. Another name for Margaret was Maggie.

Notes: It is believed that Margaret was the first child baptised at St. Thomas' Catholic Church at Moonbah.

10. Irene Lestelle Williams (Mary Ann Williams², David¹) was born on May 9, 1886 in Ingebyra near Jindabyne, NSW,^⁴⁸ died in 1966 in Wollongong, NSW^⁴⁹ at age 80, and was buried in Lakeside Memorial Park, Dapto, NSW.

Irene married James Albert Primmer on December 18, 1908 in the Residence of J. Campbell - rites of the Church of England, Moonbah, NSW.¹¹⁵ James was born on November 27, 1875 in Little Plain near Berridale, NSW,^¹¹⁶ died on January 11, 1967 in Wollongong, NSW^¹¹⁷ at age 91, and was buried in Lakeside Memorial Park, Dapto, NSW.

F i. Esther Mary Primmer was born on January 11, 1908 in Moonbah, NSW,^¹¹⁸ died on February 9, 1989 in Wollongong, NSW at age 81, and was buried in Wollongong Cemetery, NSW Catholic section.

M ii. Dalba William Primmer was born on June 3, 1910 in Cordeaux, NSW, died on July 1, 1986 at age 76, and was buried in St. Luke's Church of England Cemetery, Brownsville, NSW.

M iii. Alan James Primmer was born on August 8, 1912 in Fairy Meadow, NSW,^¹²¹ died on September 16, 1993 at age 81, and was buried in Lakeside Memorial Cemetery, Dapto, NSW.

M iv. Charles John Primmer was born on October 18, 1914 in Nimmitabel, NSW,^¹²³ died on November 4, 1989 at age 75, and was buried in Lakeside Memorial Cemetery, Dapto, NSW.

F v. Irene Doris Primmer was born on January 6, 1917 in Dapto, NSW,^¹²⁵ died on September 22, 1917 in Dapto, NSW,^¹²⁶ and was buried in West Dapto Cemetery, NSW Catholic section.

M vi. Valentine Vincent Primmer was born on November 8, 1918 in Unanderra, NSW.^¹²⁷ Another name for Valentine was Digger.

Valentine married Jean. Jean was born in 1924 and died in July 2007 at age 83.

F vii. Iris Agatha Primmer was born on May 7, 1922 in Keiraville, NSW, died on July 22, 1922 in Wollongong, NSW,^¹²⁸ and was buried in West Dapto Cemetery, NSW Catholic section.

M viii. Ernest Patrick Primmer was born on March 18, 1924 in Keiraville, NSW, died on August 5, 2005 in Figtree, NSW at age 81, and was buried on August 9, 2005 in West Dapto Cemetery, NSW Catholic section.

Notes: Ernest known as Pat to his spouses side of the family, Enlisted in Australian Army at West Wollongong, NSW on September 27, 1943. Place of Enlistment Paddington, NSW. Date of Discharge November 25, 1946 as a Private from 29/46 Australian Infantry Battalion. Service # N464988.

EULOGY TO ERNEST PATRICK PRIMMER:

Ernest Patrick Primmer passed away 7.10a.m. Friday August 05, 2005 at Figtree Private Hospital with his daughter Susan by his side, and was buried Tuesday August 09, 2005 at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, West Dapto, NSW.

Ernest Patrick Primmer was dearly loved and touched the hearts and minds of all in this room. We all have our own special memories of him across many different points in his life. Today, his grand daughters, Megan, Anna and Brittany have the honour of sharing some of the families memories with you all.
Ernest Patrick Primmer, who was later fondly named Stroppy Poppy by his grandchildren, was born on 18th March 1924 in what is now known as Keiraville. He was the second youngest of nine children.
He grew up in West Wollongong and was the apple of Auntie Essies eye. As a boy he spent much time riding his horses throughout the area and this passion continued throughout his life. He was a keen horseman and had an uncanny ability as a horse handler.
At the age of twenty, Pop was conscripted into the Army where he developed friendships that stayed with him for the rest of his life. Despite being involved in active service, we never heard him talk of it. He would only talk of his mates. He was the last surviving member of his group.
At the age of 22 whilst still in the Army, Pop met a very special young lady, Iris Wilson, more affectionately known as Tig, Mum and Nan. For the next 12 months he danced his way into her heart and they were married on the 25th January 1947. They had four children, Paddy - Kate - Stephen and Susie. And later seven Grandchildren, Megan - Shaun - Daniel - Anna - Brittany - Heath and James.
Over the years Pop made a habit of dragging Tig and the kids all over the countryside to follow his many jobs around. It wasn't uncommon for him to come home and say "Tig pack up the kids and the house because we're moving TOMORROW".
Poppy was not particularly well known for his patience, as we recall a time when he took his family camping at Lake Conjola. He spent hours setting up the camp site in a nice grassy area, only to find out a few days later when it rained that it was in fact a natural spring. The tent was promptly sold, children still in it, and the proud new owner was left to take the bloody thing down.
This was the first and last camping trip, yet Lake Conjola remained the family holiday destination for years to come. He taught all of the children to ski, despite the fact he could not swim. He was known for having the fastest boat, and if challenged, he came back the next weekend with a faster one.
Poppy Primmer was one of a kind. He was a strong and caring man who would welcome everyone into his home - family, friends and strangers alike. It was not uncommon for his children to come home from school to find a strange new person in their home. He was the only person I know who could walk into a room knowing no-one and walk out just a few hours later knowing the life story of all he had just met.
His outgoing personality and love of people allowed him to be a great salesman. He was a great talker, and could sell Ice to Eskimo's. Some of the most memorable car days were while he had the Car Yard at Broadway.
These were some of the more prosperous days and Pop being the generous man that he was, shared this with his family and friends. It was a time where they all enjoyed many dinners, holidays and outings together. The Bourbon and Beefsteak in Kings Cross became a regular brunch venue for the family on Sundays. This time of his life holds many fond memories for all of those close to him.
He cherished his cars and driving, the faster the better. He had more cars than anyone could ever possibly remember, but who will ever forget his most prized possession - that hotted up Red Sandman he bought in his fifties? His love for cars stayed with him right till the end.
In his late 50's he and Nan contemplated buying a pub with their family. Pop took Nan to have a look at a pub and un-be-knowns to Nan, he went straight back and bought that pub. He then went home and said, "Just wanted to let you know Tig, I bought a pub today"
That was the start of the days at Sutton Forest. Pop's charismatic personality made him the typical 'mine-host'. Fortunately he had the gift of the gab and could charm his customers, because he couldn't pull a beer to save his life. He always kept one customer very happy, the one he was talking to, while all the rest waited for their beers.
Pop was a very strong minded man and he believed that everyone was always entitled to HIS opinion.
He never left a thought unsaid (but perhaps he should have). A great example of this was one Fathers Day at Berry. He went to pick up the bread buns that he had orderd from the local bakery. When he got there the lady gave him his buns. He responded with "what the bloody hell are these, they aren't buns they are rolls. How am I supposed to put a sausage on that?' The lady politely explained that he had orders buns which are round and the long ones are rolls. I am sure it is no surprise to those who know him to hear that Poppy then went off his head telling the lady that he had been baking rolls and buns since before she was born and she had ruined his fathers day.
In true Stroppy Poppy style and still trying to prove his point, he walked into the shop next door, pointed at their bread rolls and asked "what would you call those?" The shop keeper calmly replied, "bread". With that Poppy walked out saying, "well if I wanted to speak to a smart ass, I would go home".
Despite one fathers day being close to ruins, the farm at Berry was a very special place for both Nan and Pop. It was the place where he enjoyed his greatest passions - family, horses, boats and cars.
Throughout his life, he worked hard to provide for his family and instilled high values, morals and manners into all of his children and grandchildren. He always took great pride in his appearance, known for his snazzy clothes, his hat and shiny shoes. We will all miss you dearly Pop, and this world is a better place for you having been a part of it. You may have physically left this earth, but you will be with us always, in our memories and our hearts.
HE WAS A TRUE AUSTRALIAN

When I am gone
Fear not to say my name
Nor speak of me in hush'd tones

As tho' it were a shame
for one to die

Let me figure in your daily talk
Speak of my loves and hates
Remembering the laughter
And the tears

This way, I'll be forever
In your memory

This Eulogy was read at the Chapel by his three Grandaughters
Megan Anna and Brittany

The Ceremonial Pall Bearers were his two sons
Paddy and Stephen
and his four Grandsons
Shaun Daniel Heath and James

The Ceremonies were conducted by Pat's newphew - Dalba Primmer

Ernest married Iris Maude Wilson on January 25, 1947 in St. Johns' Catholic Church, Auburn, NSW.¹²⁹

Notes: Iris known as Tig Enlisted in the Australian Army at Auburn, NSW on June 22,
1943. Place of Enlistment Paddington, NSW. Date of Discharge July 31, 1946
as a Private from Australian Womens Army Service. Service # NF462271

11. Irene Lestelle Williams (Mary Ann Williams², David¹) was born on May 9, 1886 in Ingebyra near Jindabyne, NSW,^⁴⁸ died in 1966 in Wollongong, NSW^⁴⁹ at age 80, and was buried in Lakeside Memorial Park, Dapto, NSW.

Leila married Victor Crispan Onslow Smith in 1919 in Queanbeyan, NSW.¹³⁰ Victor was born on June 3, 1884 in Nimmitabel, NSW^¹³¹ and died on January 17, 1944 in Bega, NSW^¹³² at age 59. Another name for Victor was Os.

Notes: Military service: 22 June 1915, Enlisted 22/6/1915. Ser. no. 3603. Private.1st AIF. WW1 4th Infantry Battalion. 9 to 12 Reinforcements. Embarked Sydney 13/10/1915 aboard HMAT Port Lincoln (A17). R.T.A. 21/7/1918.

• He served in the military as a Private, number 3603, 2nd Battalion, 1st AIF from June 22, 1915 to July 21, 1918 in WW1. Unit embarked from Sydney, NSW, on board HMAT A17 Port Lincoln on 13 October 1915.

M i. Victor Alwyn Smith was born on November 26, 1924 in Towamba near Eden, NSW and died in 1973 in Wellington, NSW^¹³³ at age 49.

• He served in the military A22093 RAAF.Warrant Officer. Enlisted 18th. December 1942. Discharged 18th December 1959 - ARDU Richmond NSW.

F iii. Yvonne Emerald Smith was born on August 4, 1923 in Jindabyne, NSW and died in Sydney, NSW.

• She served in the military as an Aircraftwoman, number 107981, 2 PERSONNEL DEPOT (STAFF), Royal Australian Air Force from November 19, 1942 to October 23, 1946 in WW2.

13. Athol Raymond Williams (Henry², David¹) was born on March 15, 1895, died on December 23, 1953 in Cooma, NSW^⁷⁶ at age 58, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Catholic section. The cause of his death was Injuries.

Athol married Ann Lovelock in 1917 in Petersham, NSW.¹³⁵ Ann was born on July 27, 1898 in Cooma, NSW,^¹³⁶ died on August 3, 1984 at age 86, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Catholic section.

16 F i. Thelma Jean Williams was born on March 3, 1918, died on June 7, 1986 in Cooma, NSW at age 68, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Church of England section.

14. Uriel Genevieve Williams (Albert², David¹) was born in 1911 in Cooma, NSW, died on June 24, 1993 in Moonbah near Jindabyne, NSW at age 82, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Catholic section.

Uriel married Hubert Calistus Golby in 1934 in Goulburn, NSW.¹³⁷ Hubert was born in 1907 in Cooma, NSW,^¹³⁸ died on August 26, 1988 in Moonbah, NSW at age 81, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Catholic section.

17 F i. Patricia Pauline Golby was born on March 1, 1935, died on October 30, 2006 at age 71, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW.

F ii. Judith Anne Golby was born in May 1936 in Cooma, NSW, died on March 2, 1938 in Cooma, NSW^¹³⁹ at age 1, and was buried in Mittagang Cemetery, Cooma, NSW Catholic section.

M iv. Terance Michael Golby was born in 1941 and died on December 9, 2002 in Ingebyra near Jindabyne, NSW at age 61.

15. Antle John Thomson (Stella Adeline Williams², David¹) was born on September 30, 1907 in Ingebyra, NSW^¹⁰⁹ and died on March 1, 1985 in Unanderra, NSW at age 77. Another name for Antle was Jock.

Antle married Elizabeth Doris Eileen Gammon on September 26, 1926 in Cooma, NSW.¹⁴⁰ Elizabeth was born in 1908 in Cooma, NSW^¹⁴¹ and died on January 1, 1928 in Goulburn, NSW^¹⁴² at age 20. The cause of her death was Childbirth. Other names for Elizabeth were Dossie and Elizabeth Doris Rixon.

Antle next married Marjorie Sybil Pearl Minshall on April 30, 1932 in Taralga near Goulburn, NSW.¹⁴³ Marjorie was born on May 23, 1907 in Lismore, NSW^¹⁴⁴ and died on July 16, 1991 in Unanderra, NSW at age 84. Another name for Marjorie was Madge.

16. Thelma Jean Williams (Athol Raymond³, Henry², David¹) was born on March 3, 1918, died on June 7, 1986 in Cooma, NSW at age 68, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Church of England section.

Thelma married Andrew Ernest Commons in 1942 in Cooma, NSW.¹⁴⁵ Andrew was born on May 7, 1899 in Bombala, NSW,^¹⁴⁶ died on December 5, 1967 in Cooma, NSW^¹⁴⁷ at age 68, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW Church of England section.

M i. Ross Commons was born on June 4, 1955 and died on June 4, 1955 in Cooma, NSW.^¹⁴⁸ (Stillborn)

17. Patricia Pauline Golby (Uriel Genevieve Williams³, Albert², David¹) was born on March 1, 1935, died on October 30, 2006 at age 71, and was buried in Moonbah Cemetery, Moonbah, NSW.

Patricia married Michael Brian Mees in 1955 in Campsie, NSW.¹⁴⁹ Michael was born on May 13, 1932, died on July 7, 1988 at age 56, and was buried in Tamworth Lawn Cemetery, NSW.

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