NEWTON ABBOT FUNERAL: The funeral of Mr. Thomas Pinsent, who died on Tuesday’ morning last, took place this morning at Highweek Churchyard. There was a large number of relations and mourners, whilst many trades-men of the town followed in the procession as a last mark of respect for the deceased. The coffin was of polished oak, and conveyed in an open hearse, and some half-dozen carriages were requisitioned for the use of the mourners. The Rev. S. G. Harris officiated.
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GRO0831 Devonport: Thomas Pinsent: 1842 – 1889