Funeral of Septuagenarian Ironstone Worker: Mr. George Henry Darby, a native of Eaton, passed away on Monday, at the age of 71, after a long illness. Deceased worked for the Waltham Iron Ore Company for over 50 years and was highly respected by everyone. The funeral took place Wednesday, the Rev. G. H. Salaman, Vicar, taking the service, both in the church of St. Denys and at the cemetery. The mourners were Messrs. William, Cecil, Tom and Bert Darby, sons; Rose and Liney, daughters: Mesdames W. Darby, C. Darby, T. Darby and B. Darby, daughters-in-law; Messrs. J. Wakerley and A. Pinsent, sons-in-law; Mrs. Cooper, sister: Mr. J. Darby, brother; Messrs. Freeth Goodacre and G. Darby, nephews; Iris and Nancy Darby, nieces: Mrs. W. Smart. Mrs. A. Hubbard and Mr. Manchester. Melton. Wreaths were sent from Will and Edith; Cis. Ethel and grandchildren; Tom and Mary: Rose and family; … …
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