John Taylor (1821 - 1890)

Born 17 Feb 1821 in Oxfordshire, England

Husband of Ann (Draper) Taylor — married 17 Nov 1846 (to 19 Jan 1884) in Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Husband of Rebecca (Pyke) Wheeler — married 19 Mar 1885 (to 13 May 1890) in York, Western Australia, Australia

Descendants

Died 13 May 1890 at age 69 in York, Western Australia, Australia

Biography

JOHN TAYLOR (Taylor-43703)

PARENTS. George Taylor & Hannah (Norris) Taylor

BIRTH. 17 Feb 1821, Oxfordshire, England

CHRISTENING. 25 Mar 1821

Name John Taylor

Gender Male

Christening Date 25 Mar 1821

Christening Date (Original) 25 MAR 1821

Christening Place PROTESTANT DISSENTERS OR PRESBYTERIAN, BLOXHAM AND MILTON, OXFORD, ENGLAND

Father's Name George Taylor

Mother's Name Hannah

IMMIGRATION. 1841. On the STERLING.

IMMIGRATION. SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED. — On Sunday, the 14th instant, the Sterling, Foster, master, from London ; out 110 days. — Passengers, Mr. L. Samson, and servant, Mr. H. Samson, Assist. Com. Gen. Lewis, and servant, Dr. and Mrs. Shipton, Miss S. Crocker, Miss J. Crocker, Mr. and Mrs. Browne, 2 children, and 7 servants, Mrs. Leake and child, Mrs. and Miss Souper, Messrs. Harcourt, Taylor, Courthope, and Master Stanes. 31 in the steerage, including 16 "emigration boys."

MARRIAGE (1). 17 Nov 1846, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

MARRIAGE (1). 17 Nov 1846, Ann Draper, daughter of Robert Draper & Jane (Fish) Draper

MARRIAGE (1). WA BDM Marriage Reg: #194/1846

Family name Draper

Given names Ann

Family name of Spouse Taylor

Given names of Spouse John

Place of marriage Perth

Children:

(1) John Norris Taylor, b. 21 Apr 1854, d. 28 Apr 1908, m. 1875, Susannah Wyborn Sewell, daughter of John Sewell & Anna Susanna Wyburn (Parker) Sewell

(2) Alma Taylor, b. abt. 1855, d. 12 Dec 1899, m. 10 Feb 1876, George Frederick Glyde, son of George Glyde & Alice (Draper) Glyde

(3) Alice Taylor, b. abt. 1861, d. 4 Oct 1932, m. 31 Aug 1881, George Malakoff Sewell, son of John Sewell & Anna Susanna Wyburn (Parker) Sewell

Death of Spouse (1): 19 Jan 1884, Yangedine, Western Australia, Australia

MARRIAGE (2). 19 Mar 1885, York, Western Australia, Australia

MARRIAGE (2). 19 Mar 1885, Rebecca Pyke, daughter of Joseph Pyke & Eliza (Hayward) Pyke

MARRIAGE (2). WA BDM Marriage Reg: #5924/1885

Family name Taylor

Given names John

Family name of Spouse Pyke

Given names of Spouse Rebecca

Place of marriage York

Children:

DEATH.13 May 1890, York, Western Australia, Australia

DEATH. WA BDM Death Reg: #231/1890

Family name Taylor

Given names John

Age 69

Father Unknown

Mother Unknown

Place of death Unknown

TAYLOR. — At his late residence, at York, on the 13th inst., JohnTaylor ; aged 69 years. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing family and friends. The Daily News (Perth, WA : 1882 - 1950) Sat 17 May 1890 Page 2: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/77289122

OBITUARY. John Taylor, our York correspondent, writing under date of Tuesday evening, states : I regret having to report the death of our old friend Mr. John Taylor, which occurred here to-day, in the presence of the members his family. The deceased was one of the oldest and most respected colonists, having arrived here upwards of half a century ago. He leaves a large family, having been twice married, once to a daughter of the late Mr. Draper, of Beverley, sister of Mrs. George Glyde, sen., and subsequently to Miss Pyke, daughter of Mr. Joseph Pyke, of York. As the genial host of Yangedine, Mr. Taylor made a wide circle of friends, and as such he was looked upon as one of the most hospitable residents of the Eastern districts. Among his family are Messrs. J & J. Taylor, of the Williams, Mr. N. Taylor, of Beverley, Mrs. G. Glyde, junr., Mrs. F. Craig and Mrs W. Lowe, jun. A few years ago, owing to failing health, Mr. Taylor was compelled to relinquish active work, and he consequently sold to Mr. Darlot the Yangedine estate and went to live in York. A few months ago he injured his foot with a nail, which gave him a deal of trouble, and ultimately completely broke him down. Up to this morning he gradually became weaker, to such an extent that he peacefully passed away full of years and honor. The funeral has been fixed to take place to-morrow, with Masonic rites. The Inquirer and Commercial News (Perth, WA : 1855 - 1901) Fri 16 May 1890, Page 3: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/66932063

Death of Spouse (2): 6. Aug 1930, York, Western Australia, Australia

TAYLOR. John. b. 17.2. 1821 (Eng), d . 13.5.1890 (York). son of George T. arr. 15. 3.1 841 per Sterling, m. 1st 17.11.1846 Ann DRAPER b. 1. 1.1830 d. 19.1.1884 , du. of Robert & Jane who arr. 8. 5. 1830 per James, m. 2nd 19.3.1885 Rebecca PYKE b. 1852 d . 6. 8. 1930, dtr. of Joseph & Eliza who arr . 7. 11 . 1856 per Shanghai. Chd. George b. 1849 d. 1854 (of burns), Sarah Jane b . 1850, John Norris b. 1854 d . 1908, Alma b . 1855 d . 1889, James Fred b . 1856, George Draper b. 1858 d. 1940. Hannah Elford b . 1859 d. 1929. Alice Bernice b. 1861, Hubert Ernest, Harry Bernard, Annie Selina. Florence Gertrude b. 1866. (2nd) May b . 1886 (York Wesl). Joseph Norman b . 1887, child b. 1890. He was a farm servant indentured to Thomas Brown until 1844. Listed as Miller at York (1859 Census). Farmer & pastoralist at Beverley, leasing & later buying Yangedine & later "Walwalling". Had pastoral leases at Arthur River 1868. Employed 68 TIL men on occasions 1858- 1862. His wife employed 4 in 1871. He is thought to have visited Eng. Sponsored relatives Samuel, Joseph, Ruth & others as migrants. Chairman of Beverley Rd. Bd. 1875. Served on local Bd . of Educ. 1863. Lit . Wesl . https://www.friendsofbattyelibrary.org.au/_files/ugd/f5623a_16bb17e2074e44c5b945fb6e4fe72759.pdf?T

REBECCA PYKE (

PARENTS.

BIRTH. Abt. 1853, Reading, Berkshire, England

BIRTH. 1853

Name Rebecca Pyke

Event Type Birth Registration

Registration Quarter Jan-Feb-Mar

Registration Year 1853

Registration District Reading

County Berkshire

Event Place Reading, Berkshire, England

Volume 2C, Page 348, Line Number 11

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CHRISTENING. 2 Apr 1853

Name Rebechah Pike

Gender Female

Christening Date 02 Apr 1853

Christening Date (Original) 02 APR 1853

Christening Place SAINT MARY, READING, BERKSHIRE, ENGLAND

Father's Name Joseph Pike

Mother's Name Eliza

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IMMIGRATION.

MARRIAGE (2). 1894, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

MARRIAGE (2). 1894, Thomas Wheeler, son of ??

MARRIAGE (2). WA BDM Marriage Reg: #51/1894

Family name Taylor

Given names Rebecca

Family name of Spouse Wheeler

Given names of Spouse Thomas

Place of marriage Perth

Children:

--- Death of Spouse (2): 8 Aug 1911, St. Vincent's Private Hospital, York, Western Australia, Australia

DEATH. WA BDM Death Reg: #19/1911

Family name Wheeler

Given names Thomas

Place of death District of York

DEATH NOTICE. WHEELER.—On August 8, at St. Vincent's Private Hospital, York, Thomas Wheeler, the dearly beloved husband of Rebecca Wheeler, in his 73rd year. A loving father, husband dear, / A heart most true and kind; / Into the bosom of our God, / He has gone, his rest to find. —Inserted by his sorrowing wife and family. The West Australian (Perth, WA : 1879 - 1954) Mon 14 Aug 1911, Page 1: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/26348123 DEATH OF MR. THOMAS WHEELER. General regret was expressed on Tuesday afternoon at the news of the death of Mr. Thomas Wheeler, one of York's most respected and honored townsmen. The deceased gentleman contracted a severe cold some six weeks ago whilst visiting Balladong for the purpose of conducting Divine Service in connection with the Methodist Church at that centre. He was obliged to take to his bed shortly afterwards and although he rallied at times serious complications supervened, which resulted in death early on Tuesday afternoon at St. Vincent's Private Hospital. Mr. Wheeler was within a few months of his 73rd birthday, and up to the time of being seized with the illness which terminated fatally he led a very active and industrious life. He was a prominent member of the Methodist Church, and displayed a very keen interest in the welfare of the children, a large number of whom attended the funeral. The deceased arrived in Western Australia in 1889, and has since resided in York where he established a coach-building business widely known throughout the State. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon, and prior to the interment in the Methodist portion of the cemetery a short yet impressive service was conducted at the Church, the Rev. Mr. Hammer, of Northam, officiating in the absence of the Rev. Tiller. Miss Olive Fleay presided at the organ, and the service throughout was most appropriate At the graveside the rev. gentleman also made some very feeling references to the life of the deceased. The funeral was largely attended. The chief mourners were — Mrs Wheeler (widow), Alma Wheeler and Mrs. G. Bell (daughters), Mrs. Gillies and Mr. N. Taylor (step-children), Messrs Bell and Gillies (sons-in-law), and other relatives. . . . Eastern Districts Chronicle (York, WA : 1877 - 1927) Fri 11 Aug 1911, Page 2: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/148567617

DEATH. 6. Aug 1930, York, Western Australia, Australia

DEATH. WA BDM Death Reg: #22/1930

Family name Wheeler

Given names Rebecca

Place of death District of York

FUNERAL NOTICE. WHEELER. — The Friends of the late Mrs. Rebecca Wheeler, late of Macartney-street, York, are respectfully invited to follow her remains to the place of interment, the Methodist portion of the York Cemetery. The Funeral is appointed to leave her late residence, Henry-road, at 3.30 THIS (Friday) AFTERNOON. Friends wishing to attend the Funeral may proceed by the 7.12 a.m. train leaving Perth. The West Australian (Perth, WA : 1879 - 1954) Fri 8 Aug 1930, Page 1: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/33342129

MARRIAGE OF HER PARENTS. 7 Apr 1851, Saint Giles, Reading, Berkshire, England

MARRIAGE. 7 Apr 1851

Name Joseph Pyke

Spouse's Name Eliza Hayward

Event Date 07 Apr 1851

Event Place Saint Giles,Reading,Berkshire,England

Father's Name Thomas Pyke

Spouse's Father's Name George Hayward

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DEATH OF HER FATHER: 11 Feb 1910, Greenhills, Western Australia, Australia

OBITUARY. DEATH OF MR JOSEPH PYKE. A RESIDENT OF OVER 50 YEARS. The death of a very old and respected resident of this district, Mr Joseph Pyke, occurred at Greenhills at two o'clock yesterday morning. Deceased had been ailing for some months back, but it was only a few weeks ago that alarming symptons set in, the cause being cancer in the throat. His condition gradually grew weaker every day, and his medical attendants soon realised that death was not very far distant. As stated above he passed quietly away yesterday morning, fully conscious, although unable to clearly give expression to his feelings, of his surroundings. Mr Pyke, who had just passed his 78th year, arrived at Fremantle in the ship "Shanghai" on the 9th of November, 1856, accompanied by his wife and two children. Almost immediately after his arrival in the State he came over the hills to York, where it might almost be said has resided ever since. His first wife predeceased him 17 years. For many years the deceased successfully conducted business operations in York, and subsequently identified himself with the life on the goldfields. He was prominent in all public matters, and prided himself in promoting the welfare of the town and district when the opportunity occurred. By the first marriage he leaves three children, viz., Mrs Thomas Wheeler, and Messrs S. and G. T. Pyke, and by the second two sons and one daughter—Vivian, Eric, and Edwin. The funeral is appointed to leave Wesley Church at 4 o'clock this afternoon. Eastern Districts Chronicle (York, WA : 1877 - 1927) Sat 12 Feb 1910, Page 2: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/148618984

(1911). IN MEMORIAM. PYKE—In loving memory of our dear father, Joseph Pyke, who died at Greenhills, February 11th, 1910. Inserted by his loving daughter and son-in-law. R. and T. Wheeler. Eastern Districts Chronicle (York, WA : 1877 - 1927) Fri 10 Feb 1911, Page 2: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/148566618

Sources

• Christening: https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:JWDD-4L4

• IMMIGRATION. SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED: Inquirer (Perth, WA : 1840 - 1855) Wed 17 Mar 1841, Page 2: http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/65582067

• Marriage (1): WA BDM Marriage Reg: #194/1846