The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal (NSW : 1899 - 1947) Wednesday 12 October 1927 p 2 Article
OBITUARY MRS SUSANNA HERBERT-Aged 90, As.briefly mentioned in a previous issue Mrs. Susanna Herbert passed to her rest on September 25, having reached 90 years in July last. For 70 years she had been a respected resident of the district, esteemed for her integrity and industry, coming to Illawarra as a young woman, from her native place, Queencannel, Somerset, England. She was married at Christ Church, Parramatta, to Mr. Wm. Henry Herbert, who pre-deceased her a good many years ago. Her earliest years where spent at Gerringong, from where she went to Bong Bong Mt., later the home the Saddleback was purchased in "Mt Joy" where the family farmed for a number of years. Mrs Herbert herself an expert in all matters pertaining to the land. About 24 years ago she retired and came to live in Bong Bong street. Until about 12 months ago , when her health began to fail, she was wonderfully active, mentally and physically. A family of three sons and one daughter survives, in Mr Frank Herbert (Port Macquarie), Mr George Herbert (Rolond's Plains) and Mr. Fred Herbert who lives at the old home " Mt Joy"., her daughter Mrs. Walthour, resides at Dapto. As descendants she leaves 26 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren. Beautiful wreaths and a number of cards and letters of sympathy were appreciated by the family when her death occurred and they were grateful for the attention to her wants given by Mrs Rowe during the last 12 months. The fine old pioneer was laid to rest in the Porter's Garden cemetery, the Rev. J. W.. A. Watkinson officiating at the graveside.
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