Robert Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – At his late residence, Don Road, Devonport, on July 18, Robert, beloved husband of Emma Jane Yaxley, in his 70th year.
The Advocate 20th July 1931
FUNERAL
YAXLEY – The funeral of the late Robert Yaxley is appointed to leave his late residence, Don Road, Devonport, TOMORROW (Tuesday), at 2.30, for the old Don cemetery. Will friends please accept this intimation. Jeffrey, undertaker.
Star of Forth Tent, I.O.R.
Members of the Star of Forth Tent I.O.R. are requested to attend the funeral of the late Bro. Robert Yaxley, leaving his late residence, Devonport, at 2.30 p.m. TOMORROW (Tuesday, July 21) for the old Don cemetery. – C. T. Wellard, Secretary.
The Advocate 20th July 1931
Obituary
Mr. Robert Yaxley, Devonport
The death occurred late on Saturday night of Mr. Robert Yaxley, of Steele Street, Devonport, and formerly of Don. The deceased was for years a well-known and highly respected farmer of Don, and was looked upon as one of the most thorough and practical agriculturists on the Coast. He leaves a widow and grown-up family, the members of which are Mrs. C. V. Wellard, Miss Rita Yaxley (Devonport) and Mr. Robert Yaxley (Don).
The funeral will leave at 2.30 p.m. tomorrow for the old Don cemetery.
The Advocate 20th July 1931
Funeral of Mr. R. H. Yaxley
The funeral of the late Mr. Robert Hooks Yaxley was very largely attended yesterday, there being over 60 motor cars in the procession. The cortege left the residence, Don road, for the old Don cemetery, where the last rites were performed by the Rev. W. H. E. Abbey, assisted by Mr. W. Hawkey, home missionary at Forth. The pallbearers were Messrs. John Thompson, H. A. Vertigan, G. Crawford and Geoff. Littler, while the carriers were Messrs. L. and M. Yaxley, H. and W. Stratton.
More than 20 members of the Forth Rechabite Tent in regalia walked in procession ahead of the hearse for part of the distance. The chief mourners were the son, Mr. R. Yaxley, of Forth, and numerous nephews and other relatives, including two sons-in-law, Messrs. C. V. Wellard (Devonport) and M. Hardy (Don). The gathering included many residents of Forth, where deceased was born and spent most of his life on the farm before retiring to live at Devonport.
The Advocate 22nd July 1931
Emma Jane Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – Passed peacefully away at her residence, 136 Steele Street Devonport, on April 1, 1941, Emma Jane, relict of the late Robert Hooks Yaxley, and loving mother of Robert, Ella, Olive, Doris and Rita. (Née Pearce/Vertigan)
The Advocate 2nd April 1941
FUNERAL
YAXLEY – The funeral of the late Emma Jane Yaxley is appointed to leave her late residence, 136 Steele Street, Devonport THIS DAY (Wednesday, April 2), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in the old Don cemetery. Haslock and Gillard, Funeral Directors, Devonport.
The Advocate 2nd April 1941
Obituary
Late Mrs. Emma Yaxley, Devonport
The funeral of the late Mrs. Emma Jane Yaxley, of Steele Street, Devonport, took place at the old Don cemetery on Wednesday. Mrs. Yaxley lived in the Forth district before moving to Devonport about 18 years ago. She was a loyal supporter of the Methodist Church at Forth and later at Devonport, and assisted in many charitable activities. Mrs. Yaxley was born at Dunorlan, and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pearce.
She leaves one son, Mr. R. A. Yaxley (Forth) and four daughters, Miss E. Vertigan (Devonport), Mrs. H. M. Hardy (Lillico), Mrs. C. V. Wellard and Mrs. V. W. White (Devonport). Services at home and the graveside were conducted by the Rev. Norman Elliott, who spoke in feeling terms of the services rendered to the Methodist Church and the community by the deceased, and extended the sympathy of the community to the relatives.
The chief mourners were Messrs. R. A. Yaxley (son), E. Pearce (brother), H. M. Hardy, C. V. Wellard, and V. W. White (sons-in-law), and Masters K. and D. Yaxley (grandsons). Mrs. Yaxley’s husband predeceased her almost ten years ago. Messrs. G. A. Littler, H. A. Vertigan, M. Barker and H. J. Rockliff were the pall-bearers, while the carriers were Messrs. Graeme Yaxley and Brian Hardy (grandsons) and H. Stratton and J. W. Pearce (nephews). Many beautiful floral tributes were received, including tokens from the Methodist Church Trust, Ladies’ League and Auxiliary staff of McKinlay’s Pty. Ltd., T. White and Sons, and the Black and White Orchestra.
The Advocate 4th April 1941
Arthur Gordon Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On August 3, at Spreyton, Arthur Gordon, beloved husband of Elinor, and father of Dorothy Yaxley, late A.I.F., 3rd Tunnelling Coy., aged 34.
The Advocate 5th August 1921
FUNERAL
YAXLEY – The funeral of the late Sapper A. G. Yaxley will leave his late residence, Spreyton, to-morrow (Saturday), at 1.30 p.m. for interment in the Don cemetery. Friends please accept this intimation. Jeffrey, undertaker.
R.S.S.I.L.A., Devonport. – All returned soldiers are requested to attend, in uniform, the funeral of their late comrade, Sapper Gordon Yaxley, leaving his late residence, Spreyton, at 1.30 p.m. to-morrow (Saturday) for the Don Cemetery. I. N. Holyman, President.
P.A.F.S.O.A., No. 9. – Members are requested to attend the funeral of our late Brother A. G. Yaxley, which leaves his late residence, Spreyton, at 1.30 p.m., to-morrow for the Don Cemetery.
The Advocate 5th August 1921
The death of Mr. A. G. Yaxley took place at his residence at Spreyton on Wednesday. Deceased was only 34 years of age, and he leaves a widow and daughter to mourn their loss. He saw active service with the A.I.F., 3rd Tunnelling Company, and his health suffered in consequence. He will be accorded a military funeral, which is fixed for to-morrow, starting for the Don Cemetery at 1.30 p.m.
The Advocate 5th August 1921
The funeral of the late Sapper A. G. Yaxley, of Spreyton, took place yesterday afternoon, the place of interment being the Don cemetery. The large attendance testified to the respect in which deceased was held. Four returned soldiers bore the coffin to the grave. Rev. Fred. J. Wood conducted a service at the graveside, where the P.A.F.S. ritual was also observed by the lodge chaplain. Captain Perry (Salvation Army) sounded “The Last Post.”
The Advocate 7th August 1921
Eleanor Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On January 1, 1967, at the Mersey General Hospital, Latrobe, Eleanor, beloved widow of Arthur Gordon Yaxley, of 51 Gunn Street, Devonport, and dearly loved mother of Dorothy. Aged 79 years.
The Advocate 2nd January 1967
FUNERAL
YAXLEY – The funeral of the late Mrs. Eleanor Yaxley is appointed to leave Wesley Methodist Church, Devonport, TOMORROW (Tuesday), after a service commencing at 1.45 p.m. for interment in the old Don Cemetery. Friends are respectfully invited to attend. F. E. Watts and Son.
The Advocate 2nd January 1967
Susan Sarah Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On August 16, at her residence, Hamilton Road, Susan Sarah, beloved wife of Matthew Yaxley, in her 54th year.
The North West Post 18th August 1902
The remains of the late Mrs. M. Yaxley (writes our correspondent) were laid in their last resting place in the Don Cemetery on Monday afternoon, the principal mourners being the husband and five sons of deceased and her five brothers, the Messrs. Revell. The cortege, which was one of the largest seen here for some time, contained about 50 members of the Star of the Forth Tent, I.O.R., who, according to custom, turned out to show their sympathy with their bereaved brother.
The North West Post 21st August 1902
Matthew Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On November 8, at Mount Pleasant, Hamilton road, Forth, Matthew Yaxley, in his 63rd year.
The North West Post 9th November 1907
FUNERAL
The funeral of the late Matthew Yaxley will leave his late residence, Hamilton Road, on Sunday, November 10, at 2 p.m., for the Don Cemetery.
Members of the Star of Forth Tent, I.O.R., are requested to attend the funeral of the late Bro. Matthew Yaxley on Sunday. Meet at his late residence at 2 p.m. T. Bowden, Secretary.
The North West Post 9th November 1907
Mr. Matthew Yaxley, one of the oldest settlers on the Hamilton Road, Forth, died on Thursday, aged 68 years. The late Mr. Yaxley has spent nearly all his life in the neighborhood of the Forth, beginning his residence at the Don 50 years ago, with his father (the late Mr. William Yaxley, who afterwards settled where Mr. Robert Yaxley now lives at Norfolk Creek). At that time Mr. Yaxley was engaged felling timber for Raymond and Cumming’s. The farms at present owned by the Yaxleys are “the pick of the district”, and were cleared by the father and sons, who selected at Forth when the place was nothing but dense bush. The deceased was a native of Norfolk, England, and leaves a family of ten, several of whom are married. The funeral leaves the house at 2p.m. to-morrow for the Don cemetery.
The North West Post 9th November 1907
About People
An old pioneer was laid to rest in the Don cemetery yesterday afternoon, in the person of Mr. Matthew Yaxley. The cortege, which included members of the Star of the Forth Lodge, I.O.R., was representative of all the surrounding districts, and was the longest seen for many years. The Rev. C. S. Angwin officiated at the grave.
The North West Post 11th November 1907
Private James Keith Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On the 28th July, at 26th General Hospital, Etaples, France, of wounds, Private James Keith Yaxley, youngest son of the late Matthew and Susan Yaxley, Forth, N.W. Tasmania, and beloved brother of Mrs. Geo. Roddam, Middleton, and Mrs. Jas. Armstrong, Hobart, aged 25 years. He laid down his life for King and country. (By cable)
The Weekly Courier 10th August 1916
Thomas Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
Died 17 Dec 1866
Age 11 years
Son of William and Mary Yaxley
John Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
Died 12 Apr 1873
Age 25 Years
Son of William and Mary Yaxley
William Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On 8th January, at Hamilton road, William Yaxley, aged 71 years. Deeply regretted. “The memory of the just is best.”
The Examiner 15th January 1887
The late William Yaxley, of Forth, was one of the early pioneers of Norfolk Creek, and arrived in the colony by ship “Southern Eagle”, having as shipmates several old residents of the district, and was a very respected and widely-known member of the community, and a great supporter of the Wesleyan Church. Was a local preacher in the old country and also in the colonies. Was born at Norfolk, England, in 1817, and died at Norfolk Creek in 1887. The youngest son, Robert Yaxley, lives at the homestead, and the farm is one of the neatest in the district.
The Cyclopedia of Tasmania
Mary Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On May 14, at her daughter’s residence, West Devonport, Mary, widow of the late William Yaxley, aged 80 years.
The North West Post 15th May 1898
The death of another very old resident of the Coast, In the person of Mrs. Mary Yaxley, took place yesterday, at the residence of her daughter, Miss Yaxley, on the Esplanade, West Devonport. She had been ailing for many years, and some time since, for the purpose of being more convenient to medical attendance, was removed from her residence at the Forth to the house of her daughter, already mentioned. The deceased was advanced in age, being 80 years old. She came from her native place, Norfolk, England, 40 years ago to the Forth, where, with her husband, who pre-deceased her, farming pursuits were entered upon, and continued by the family ever since. She leaves a grown-up family of sons and daughters.
The North West Post 15th May 1898
Susanna Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On January 21, at her residence, “Raynham”, William Street, Devonport, Susanna, eldest daughter of the late William and Mary Yaxley. At rest
The Advocate 22nd January 1924
FUNERAL
YAXLEY – The funeral of the late Susanna Yaxley will leave her late residence, William Street, West Devonport, this day (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m., for the Don Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. Jeffrey, undertaker.
The Advocate 22nd January 1924
The death took place yesterday at her residence, William Street, Devonport, of Miss Susanna Yaxley, who was a member of one of the best-known pioneering families on the Coast. She came with her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. William Yaxley, to Forth from Norfolk, England, when only seven years of age. The coast at that time was in almost virgin state, being densely covered with scrub. Some months ago, the late Miss Yaxley and her brother went to reside at Devonport. A brother and two sisters survive her. The funeral is to take place at the Don cemetery, leaving her late residence at 2.30 o’clock this afternoon.
The Advocate 22nd January 1924
Ann Elizabeth Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On May 11, at her residence, William Street, Devonport, Ann Elizabeth Yaxley, aged 68 years, youngest daughter of the late William and Mary Yaxley, of Don.
The Advocate 12th May 1934
FUNERAL
YAXLEY – The funeral of the late Ann Elizabeth Yaxley is appointed to leave her late residence, William Street, Devonport, on SUNDAY, May 13, at 2.30 p.m., for interment in the old Don cemetery. Friends please accept this intimation. Jeffrey, undertaker.
The Advocate 12th May 1934
Obituary
Miss Ann Yaxley
The funeral of the late Miss Ann Elizabeth Yaxley took place yesterday, when there was a large attendance. Rev. F. C. Bremer officiated at the house and graveside. The chief mourners were several nephews and other relatives. The pallbearers were Messrs. G. and John Yaxley, H. A. Vertigan and A. Lillico, M.L.C. The bearers were Messrs. L. and A. Yaxley, and H. and V. Stretton. There were many beautiful floral tokens. The deceased was the youngest daughter of one of the oldest pioneers of the district, the late Mr. W. Yaxley.
The Advocate 14th May 1934
Miss Fanny Yaxley
Don Congregational Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On October 25, at Meercroft Hospital, Devonport, Fanny, third daughter of the late William and Mary Yaxley, of Don, aged 81 years.
The Advocate 26th October 1940
FUNERAL
YAXLEY – The funeral of the late Fanny Yaxley is appointed to leave the Meercroft Hospital, Devonport, on Sunday, October 27, at 1.55 p.m., for interment in the old Don Cemetery. Haslock and Gillard.
The Advocate 26th October 1940
Miss Fanny Yaxley
The death occurred at the Meercroft Hospital, Devonport, on Friday, of Miss Fanny Yaxley, a well-known resident of Devonport. She was the third daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Yaxley, of Don. Her parents came from Norfolk, England, in the early days, in the sailing ship Southern Eagle. That vessel brought a number of immigrants to Tasmania.
After spending her girlhood days at Don, she went to Victoria. Returning some years later, she, in company with her sisters, conducted “Greystone House”, a boarding establishment on the Esplanade, on land now occupied by Messrs. Holyman and Sons’ shipping offices. She was the last surviving member of the family, four brothers and three sisters having predeceased her.
The funeral took place at the old Don cemetery yesterday, Rev. Norman Elliott conducting the burial service. The chief mourners were Messrs. T. B., G. V. and R. Yaxley and H. and B. Stratton (nephews). The carriers were Messrs. L., W., M. and A. Yaxley. A representative gathering and a profusion of floral tributes signified the respect in which deceased was held. The pallbearers were Messrs. H. A. Vertigan, W. Grainger, G. V. Yaxley and A. Hays.
The Advocate 28th October 1940
Ada Elizabeth Yaxley
Forth Methodist Cemetery
DEATH
YAXLEY – On May 3, at the Ulverstone General Hospital, Ada Elizabeth, wife of Matthew Yaxley and eldest daughter of Mr. Ambrose Dudfield, Forth, in her 48th year. Burial Methodist Cemetery Forth.
The Advocate 4th May 1922