Devitt, Patrick Maurice

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DEVITT Patrick Maurice 1924-2008; son of William George Devitt and Catherine nee Welsh; born in 1924; died at Corowa NSW 26th June 2008 and was interred in the Barnawartha Lawn Cemetery on 30th June 2008; married Beryl Mildred Oates on 25th June 1949 at the Methodist Church, Chiltern

Patrick married Oates, Beryl Mildred on 25 Jun 1949 in Chiltern, Victoria, Australia. Beryl was born on 02 Mar 1928 in Chiltern, Victoria, Australia; died on 27 May 2008 in Wangaratta, Victoria, Australia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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The Federal Standard, Chiltern, Friday, August 5, 1949 - WEDDING - DEVITT-OATES
The marriage was celebrated at the Methodist Church, Chiltern, on June 25, of Beryl M, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs G F Oates of Barnawartha, and Patrick M, only son of Mr and Mrs W Devitt, Barnawartha South. Rev J Wright performed the ceremony and the bride was given away by her father. She wore a gown of off-white moss cloque, featuring a gathering bodice with a heart neck, beaded at the shoulders in silver and long pointed sleeves; a peplum was also beaded to match and the skirt fell to a pointed train. The tulle veil, loaned by Mrs S Oates, was held by a halo of orange blossom, and a shower bouquet of stocks, carnations and hyacinths carried. Her sister, Miss Ethel Oates, was bridesmaid. She wore a rose pink crepe frock with circular skirt. Her blue veil was held with a floral head-dress and she carried a bouquet of pink carnations, violets and heath. She also wore the bridegroom?s gift, a gold brooch with a blue stone. Mr W Welladsen was best man, and Mrs I B Hicks was organist. Mesdames Oates and Devitt received the guests at Smythe?s Telegraph Hotel, the former wearing a navy coat and accessories, with her pink frock, and a spray of pink carnations. Mrs Devitt chose a black coat and accessories to wear with her green frock, and a spray of red azaleas. Rev Wright presided at the breakfast, where the cake, made by the bride?s mother, was cut. The bridegroom?s gift to the bride was a double string of pearls and the bride?s gift to the bridegroom was a travelling rug. Leaving for a honeymoon tour, the bride wore a lime green jacket suit with gold buttons, tan alpaca overcoat and brown accessories. Mr and Mrs Devitt will make their home at Barnawartha South.

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DEVITT William George 1882-1969; son of Patrick and Mary nee Boyce; born at Barnawartha 1882 [vrn 6963]; died at Yackandandah Bush Nursing Hospital 30th May 1969 aged 87 years and was buried at the Barnawartha cemetery on 1st June 1969 in plot 46-4-PN [vrn 11249]; married Catherine Welsh at Boweya on 15th October 1918 [vrn 8637]

The Federal Standard, Chiltern, Friday, March 1, 1929
William G Devitt of Upper Indigo, who has gained some fame in the growing of water melons, brought one to our office on Saturday, a monster, 34 lbs in weight, 28 inches in girth and 23 inches in length. The flesh of it was pronounced delicious by all those who were privileged to obtain a slice.

The Federal Standard, Chiltern, Friday, June 6, 1969 - OBITUARY - MR WILLIAM GEORGE DEVITT
The death occurred in the Yackandandah Bush Nursing Hospital on Friday, May 30, of Mr William George Devitt, of Upper Indigo. The son of the late Mr and Mrs Patrick Devitt (nee Mary Boyce) deceased was born at Upper Indigo and lived there all his life. He was a highly respected farmer and as a side-line carried goods. He lived a most active life and he and his wife, Catherine, were most philanthropic. He was in hospital for only a couple of days. Left to mourn their loss are his devoted wife Catherine, and the following children: Mary (Mrs G Crosse), Nance (Mrs A Fisher) and son Patrick. He was aged 87 years. The funeral cortege left the home of his daughter, Mrs Crosse, after a service by the Rev Blazely, Presbyterian minister, interment taking place in the Barnawartha cemetery. The casket was carried by Messrs John Fisher and Bill Crosse (grandsons), Bill Elligate and Harry Langdon (nephews). The pall-bearers were Messrs Pat Elligate, Bernie Johnson, Geo Crosse, Allan Welsh and J Draper. Messrs Douglas and Todd had charge of the mortuary arrangements.

William married Welsh, Catherine on 15 Oct 1918 in Boweya, Victoria, Australia. Catherine (daughter of Welsh, Edward Jonas and Fair, Catherine) was born on 10 Jul 1893 in Thoona, Victoria, Australia; died on 10 Feb 1982 in Chiltern, Victoria, Australia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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DEVITT Catherine nee Welsh 1893-1982; daughter of Edward Welsh and Catherine nee Fair; born at Thoona in 1893 [vrn 35725]; died at Chiltern on 10th February 1982 aged 88 years and was buried in plot 47-4-CE at the Barnawartha cemetery on 12th February 1982. [vrn 6724]

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The Federal Standard, Chiltern, Friday, October 18, 1918 p2 c2
An interesting double wedding was celebrated at Boweya, near Wangaratta, on Tuesday, when Miss Evelyn Welsh, third daughter of Mr E J Welsh, was married to Mr Roderick Langdon, only son of Mr W H Langdon, Wahgunyah, and Miss Catherine Welsh, second daughter of Mr Welsh, was married to Mr William Devitt, eldest son of the late Mr P Devitt, Upper Indigo, Barnawartha. The brides were given away by their father. In the former wedding Miss M Langdon was bridesmaid, and in the latter Miss Maud Langdon acted in a similar capacity. Mr R Welsh was best man in each instance. The ceremonies were performed by Rev Mr Clemons, Benalla, assisted by Rev Mr Perkins. Wedding breakfast was served at the residence of the parents. Mr and Mrs Langdon will reside at Daysdale and the future home of Mr and Mrs Devitt will be at Barnawartha.

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DEVITT Patrick 1848-1904; son of William and Ann nee Conhedy; born in NSW 1848 [nswrn V18481289 65]; died at Barnawartha 22nd May 1904 aged 58 years and was interred in plot 59-7-RC at the Barnawartha cemetery on 23rd May 1904 [vrn 3756]

Patrick married Boyce, Mary on 14 Jul 1879 in Reids Creek, Victoria, Australia. Mary (daughter of Boyce, George and Brett, Margaret) was born on 29 May 1858 in Reids Creek, Victoria, Australia; died on 13 Jun 1933 in Barnawartha, Victoria, Australia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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BOYCE Mary/Maria 1858-1933; daughter of George Boyce and Margaret nee Britt; born at Reid?s Creek in 1858 [vrn 14570 Maria}; died at Barnawartha 13th June 1933 aged 75 years and was interred in plot 60-7 at the Barnawartha Cemetery [vrn 13687]; married Patrick Devitt in 1879 [vrn 3004]

The Federal Standard, Chiltern, Friday, June 16, 1933 - BARNAWARTHA
The death occurred of a very old and respected resident of the Upper Indigo on Tuesday in the person of Mrs Mary Devitt, aged 75 years, relict of the late P Devitt of the same place and daughter of the late George Boyce. Mrs Devitt was the victim of a paralytic stroke on Saturday, and she died as stated. She leaves a family of five sons and three daughters. One of her sons (Daniel) [it was actually Patrick] made the supreme sacrifice at the Great War, and two others saw service. The funeral took place to the Barnawartha cemetery on Wednesday, the cortege being a lengthy one. The graveside services were read by Father Lawless and the pall-bearers were Messrs M Koehlen, D Whelan, C Whitehead and R Welch.

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Edward married Fair, Catherine on 09 Apr 1884. Catherine was born in 1861 in Reedy Creek, Victoria, Australia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Conheady, Ann in 1855 in Australia. Ann was born in 1818 in Clare, Ireland; died on 02 Dec 1912 in Barnawartha, Victoria, Australia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Baptism Witnesses: Thomas Harding, Mary Guerin
Occupation: Farmer
Cause of death: Senility, Heart failure.
Diagnosed by Dr. Barnard.
Buried in Barnawatha Cemetery, Victoria, Australia, on 25 March 1909.
Emigrated on the Sabrina. Arrived in Fremantle Australia 13-6-1853.
Griffith Boyce George Ballygorteen Clonbullogue Co. Tipperary

Griffiths Valuation Record Information
Tenant
Family Name 1 BOYCE
Forename 1 GEORGE
Landlord
Family Name 2 O'MEAGHER
Forename 2 STEPH.
Location
County TIPPERARY, SOUTH RIDING
Barony CLANWILLIAM
Union TIPPERARY
Parish CLONBULLOGUE
Townland BALLYGORTEEN
Place Name BALLYGORTEEN
Place Type TOWNLAND
Publication Details
Position on Page 5
Printing Date 1851
Act 9&10
Sheet Number 68,75
Map Reference 4

George married Brett, Margaret on 29 Jan 1853 in Bansha, Tipperary, Ireland. Margaret (daughter of Brett, Malachi and Ellen) was born about 1830 in Cahir, Ireland; died on 06 May 1918 in Wangaratta, Victoria, Australia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Ovens and Murray Advertiser Saturday 11 May 1918
DEATH of Old Colonist.-The death
of a very old former resident of Barnawatha
in Mrs. Margaret Boyce, relict
of the late George Boyce, occurred at
her residence, Baker stroeet, Wangaratta,
on Sunday afternoon, afternoon, after a few
days' illness. The late Mrs. Boyce, who
was aged 88 years, was born at Cahir,
Tipporary, Ireland, and came to Australia
with her husband in 1852. They settled
at Barnawartha where they resided for 60
years and about 10 years ago they went
to Wangaratta to reside, Deceased's
husband died nine year. ago. The late
Mrs. Boyce always enjoyed remarkably
good health, and retained her faculties
the end. She is survived by five grown
daughters.

Death Certificate No. 1393
Died 6 May 1918 at Baker Street, Wangaratta, Victoria, Australia.
Occupation: House duties.
Cause of death: Tumour of liver and senile decay.
Diagnosed by Dr. O'Boyes
Buried: 7 May 1918 at Barnawatha Cemetary, Victoria, Australia.
On Birth Certificate of son John Boyce, she is known as Margaret Britte born at Kilmoyler, Ireland.


Tenant
Family Name 1 BRETT
Forename 1 MARGARET
Landlord
Family Name 2 HEALY
Forename 2 WILLIAM
Location
County TIPPERARY, NORTH RIDING
Barony IKERRIN
Union THURLES
Parish TEMPLEREE
Townland BALLINROE
Place Name BALLINROE
Place Type TOWNLAND
Publication Details
Position on Page 14
Printing Date 1851
Act 9&10
Sheet Number 29,30
Map Reference 3

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The witnesses were Malachy Brett and Edmond Dwyer.