Death notices, obituaries, reports on inquests and funerals, and ‘in memoriam’ items (nearly 200 in total), relating to events which took place in Waters Upton or relate to people with connections to the parish, from 1797 to 1949.
Notices dated: Pre-1840 | 1840s | 1850s | 1860s | 1870s | 1880s | 1890s | 1900s | 1910s | 1920s | 1930s | 1940s
When I created this page, it was in part intended to compensate for the absence of burial records after 1815. Since then, burial records up to 1868 (with a few gaps) have been added to the Burials at Waters Upton page. So now, these ‘press clippings’ supplement the information from the burial register up to 1868, and compensate, to some extent, for the lack of burial records after that year.
Longer reports are abbreviated here, but in each case I hold the full text on file offline.
Pre-1840
1797
On Tuesday, at Water’s Upton, Mrs. Beech, wife of Mr. John Beech, late of Shrewsbury.
Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 9 Jan 1797, page 3.
Last week, at Water’s Upton, Mr. Matthew Icke, senior, aged 90 years.
Aris’s Birmingham Gazette, 22 May 1797, page 3.
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1826
On Saturday last, at St. Mary’s Grove, in this town, in her 23d year, Eliza Greene, youngest child of the late Rev. Robert Wilbraham Hill, Rector of Water’s Upton, Salop.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 10 Jun 1826, page 4.
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1835
On the 1st inst. at Bath, at the residence of her uncle Captain Hillier, R. N. Susan, second daughter of the Rev. Wright Willett, of Waters Upton, in this county.
Salopian Journal, 21 Jan 1835, page 2.
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1837
On the 17th instant, at Waters Upton Rectory, in the county of Salop, Catherine Victoria, youngest daughter of the Rev. Wright Willett.
Wolverhampton Chronicle, 30 Aug 1837, page 2.
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1844
On the 16th inst. at Waters Upton, Mr. Shuker, late of the Red Hill Farm, near Shifnal.
Eddowes’s Journal, and General Advertiser for Shropshire, and the Principality of Wales, 27 November 1844, page 2.
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1846
Friday, aged 49, John Dickin, Esq. of Waters Upton Hall, in this county, highly respected and deeply lamented by a large circle of friends.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 9 Jan 1846, page 3. Notice also in Liverpool Standard, 13 Jan 1846, page 2.
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1847
On the 1st inst. at Waters Upton Rectory, Diana Margaretta, the beloved wife of the Rev. R. Corfield, aged 67.
Eddowes’s Journal, and General Advertiser for Shropshire, and the Principality of Wales, 6 Jan 1847, page 2.
On the 8th inst. at Coalpit Bank, in this county, aged 81, Mr. Thomas Blakemore, tailor. He formerly resided at Waters Upton, and would often talk of the late Rev. Mr. Hatton, the intimate friend of the late Mr. Fletcher, of Madeley, and remembered his preaching in Mr. Hatton’s church, and was constrained, by his powerful argument and appeal to the heart, to “Love the Lord.”
Eddowes’s Journal, and General Advertiser for Shropshire, and the Principality of Wales, 17 Mar 1847, page 2.
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1848
18th inst. aged 43, Anne, the wife of Mr. Daives [= Davies], of Waters Upton, and eldest daughter of the late Mr. John Skitt, of Fauls Green, in this county.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 3 Mar 1848, page 3.
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1849
On the 16th instant, at the residence of her daughter, The Mount, near Nantwich, aged 80, Elizabeth, relict of the late Rev. Robert Wilbraham Hill, formerly rector Waters Upton, Salop, and eldest daughter of the late Edward Green, Esq., Lawford Hall, Essex.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 21 Apr 1849, page 5.
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1851
Deaths. 5th inst. at Waters Upton, near Wellington, aged eleven months, Emma, daughter of Mr. Morgan, surgeon.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 11 Apr 1851, page 5.
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1852
Deaths. […] 9th inst., aged 12 years, Sarah, eldest daughter of Mr. Morgan, surgeon, of Waters Upton, in this county.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 16 Jul 1852, page 4.
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1853
14th March, aged 87, Mrs. Dickin, of Waters Upton Hall, in this county.
Eddowes’s Journal, and General Advertiser for Shropshire, and the Principality of Wales, 16 Mar 1853, page 2.
2d June, aged 83, Mrs. Dickin, of Vineyard Road, Wellington, relict of Mr. William Dickin, of Waters Upton, in this county.
Eddowes’s Journal, and General Advertiser for Shropshire, and the Principality of Wales, 8 Jun 1853, page 2.
Also notified in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 10 Jun 1853, page 4.
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1854
INQUESTS HELD DURING THE PAST MONTH BY R. D. NEWILL, ESQ. …
At the New Inn, Waters Upton, on Saturday, August 26th, on the body of John Hall, aged 47, who died suddenly the morning before. Verdict, Died by the Visitation of God.
Wellington Journal, 1 Sep 1854, page 11.
Also reported in Eddowes’s’ Journal, 6 Sep 1854, page 6.
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1859
25th ult., at Waters Upton, in this county, Angelina Colebatch.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 1 Jul 1859, page 4.
Also notified in Wellington Journal, 2 Jul 1859, page 3.
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1860
On the 9th instant, at Waters Upton, Sarah, the beloved wife of Mr. William Morgan, in her 34th year.
Staffordshire Advertiser, 24 Nov 1860, page 5.
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1864
DEATHS. […] WILLIAMS—26th ultimo, aged 75, Mr. John Williams, of Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 3 Dec 1864, page 3.
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1865
CORFIELD—July 28, at Llangattock, near Abergavenny, the Rev. Richard Corfield, rector of Pitchford, and Waters Upton, Salop, aged 84.
The Home News, 10 Aug 1865, page 27.
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1866
On the 24th August, at the Moortown, after a long and painfull illness, Eleanor, relict of the late Mr. William Icke, formerly of the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, of this county.
Bridgnorth Journal, 8 Sep 1866, page 5.
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1867
DEATHS. […] MORGAN—20th instant, at Waters Upton, in this county, aged 19, William Edward, son of Mr Morgan, surgeon of this place.
Wellington Journal, 23 Mar 1867, page 1.
WATERS UPTON.
Our obituary this week records the death of John Taylor, Esq. of Waters Upton Hall. He was the eldest son of the late Richard Taylor, Esq. of Crudgington. Few employed the means at their disposal with more liberal generosity or less ostentation, and it might truly be said of him that in doing so his left hand knew not what his right hand did.
Eddowes’s Shrewsbury Journal, 10 April 1867, page 6.
Also reported in Wellington Journal, 13 Apr 1867, page 5.
27th inst., at Waters Upton, aged 71, Anne Britton, wife of Rowland Lawrence, M.D., of Pontesford.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 31 May 1867, page 5.
Same notice in Bridgnorth Journal, 1 Jun 1867, page 5.
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1868
WATERS UPTON.
Fatal Accident to a Child.—On Saturday evening last, about five o’clock, a child named William Morris, aged five years, son of Richard Morris, a labourer, was sitting on Mr. Webb’s malthouse step at Water’s Upton, when Richard Hughes, grandfather of the child, left a horse and cart laden with coal standing opposite to Mr. Buttrey’s, shoemaker, while he went in to inquire about a shoe Buttrey was mending. While he was inside, the horse started to go, and the deceased ran to his head and endeavoured stop him, but the horse knocked him down, and the wheel of the cart passed over his head, killing him on the spot. On Monday last an inquest was held on the body, before J. Bidlake. Esq., at the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, when the jury returned a verdict of “Accidentally killed.”
Wellington Journal, 13 Jun 1868, page 7.
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1870s
1870
WATERS UPTON.
Coroner’s Inquest.—On Saturday an inquest was held at the Swan Inn, Waters Upton, before J. Bidlake, Esq., coroner, on the body of George Jones, tailor, aged 71 years. According to the evidence of James Ridgway, Richard Woolley, and Henry Martin, deceased was in the Swan Inn, on the previous evening, were [=where] he had a pint of ale, and left soon after eight o’clock, taking with him a cup of ale for his own and wife’s supper. He was observed to be a little fresh. A few minutes afterwards he was found lying dead on a footpath on his way home. It is supposed that deceased, on leaving the house, missed his road and fell over a garden wall, hitting his head against a large kerbstone, as he was bleeding from the forehead. Verdict, “Death from falling over a stone.”
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 14 Jan 1870, page 7.
SHOCKING SUICIDE ON THE WELLINGTON AND MARKET DRAYTON RAILWAY.
On Saturday evening last, soon after 8 o’clock, as a passenger train was approaching Rowton Bridge, near Waters Upton, on the above line, an old man named John Hughes, aged 66, a pensioner and labourer, rushed from behind one of the abutments of the bridge and deliberately placed his neck on the line. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 13 May 1870, page 5. Reported also in Eddowes’s Journal, 18 May 1870, page 8, and Oswestry Advertiser, 18 May 1870, page page 8.
Note: Full reports held on file.
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1876
WATERS UPTON.
Oddfellows’ Funeral.—On Friday week, 14 of the members of the Loyal “Heart of Oak” Lodge of Oddfellows met at their Lodge-house, the Lion Inn, to pay the last tribute of respect to their departed brother, Thomas Cartwright. After attiring themselves in the funeral regalia of the district, a portion of the funeral address of the Order was read by the secretary, Mr. W. A. R. Ball, and the members walked in procession to the house of the deceased brother, where they were joined by the friends of the deceased, and proceeded to the parish church. The burial service was read in an impressive manner by the rector, Rev. J. B. Davies; at the conclusion of which, the secretary of the lodge read the portion of the funeral address of the Order. The procession then re-formed, and after calling at the house of deceased returned to the Lodge-house, where they were dismissed. The late brother was highly respected the neighbourhood, having held the situation of foreman over the drainers in this district for his Grace the Duke Sutherland for many years.
Wellington Journal, 15 Jul 1876, page 7.
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1878
DEATHS. […] MORGAN—20th inst., aged 73, at Rowton, Salop, John Morgan, M.R.C.S., L.S.A.
Wellington Journal, 28 Dec 1878, page 5.
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1879
Sudden Death.—On Monday afternoon last, Mr. and Mrs. Teale, of Dodicote, accompanied by a female friend, were driving through Waters Union, and when opposite the Parish School the lady was suddenly seized with fainting fit. Mr. and Mrs. Teale immediately returned to Mr. Tilley’s [= Titley’s], Waters Upton, where the unfortunate lady was taken in, and a messenger despatched to Wellington for medical assistance. Dr. Rider was soon in attendance, but the unfortunate lady expired in a short time after his arrival. From the medical testimony received it appears the deceased lady was suffering from disease of the heart.
Wellington Journal, 1 Nov 1879, page 4.
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1881
WOOLLEY—24th inst., aged 89, Louisa Harriet, widow of William Woolley, of Waters Upton, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 30 Apr 1881, page 5.
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1882
CORFIELD—18th inst., aged 69, at Llangattock Rectory, near Abergavenny, Caroline Corfield, last surviving daughter of the late Rev. Richard Corfield, Rector of Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 29 Apr 1882, page 5.
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1883
EYTON.
Man Found Dead at Eyton.—An inquest on the body of a man named William Lloyd, of Waters Upton, was held on Monday at the residence of Mr. Bromley, farmer, Eyton, […]. The first witness called was Thomas Rogers, who said he was a labourer, and lived at Wellington. He identified the body as that of William Lloyd, who was a native of Waters Upton. He was about fifty years of age. […] The jury returned verdict of “found dead.”
The Shrewsbury Journal, 27 Jun 1883, page 7. Reported also in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 29 Jun 1883, page 7, and Wellington Journal, 30 Jun 1883, pages 5 and 6.
Note: Full reports held on file. For story, see Waters Upton Tragedies: The Death of William Lloyd.
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1886
MORGAN—21st inst, aged 67, Emma, relict of the late John Morgan, surgeon, late of Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 30 October 1886, page 5.
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1887
Funeral of Dr. Rider.—On Tuesday the remains of the late Dr Rider were interred in the churchyard of Waters Upton. It was the wish of the deceased that the funeral should be of a private character, and this, to a great extent, was observed, but it did not prevent many of his personal friends attending. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 18 Feb 1887, page 11.
Note: Full report held on file. See also: Memorial Inscriptions: Rider.
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1888
WATERS UPTON.
The Late Mr. J. Rider.—Yesterday afternoon a special service was held in the Parish Church of Waters Upton on the occasion of the unveiling of a window, which had been placed there in memory of the late Mr. J. Rider, who for many years had a large and extensive medical practice in Wellington and the district, and who died on February 10th, 1887. […]
Wellington Journal, 17 March 1888, page 8.
Note: For the full text of this report, see Memorial Inscriptions: Rider.
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1889
WATERS UPTON.
Sudden Death of an Innkeeper.—On Tuesday, J. V.T. Lander, Esq., coroner, held an inquest at the Swan Inn on the body William Foulkes, the landlord of that house, who had died suddenly the previous night. […]
Wellington Journal, 28 Dec 1889, page 7.
Note: Full report held on file.
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1890
Sudden Death of a Waters Upton Man in France.—On the 15th inst., Thomas Woolley, son of Robert and Eliza Woolley, of Waters Upton, died very suddenly at Pan, in the south of France, while attending upon his master, Captain Naylor Leyland, in whose service he had been for over 15 years. A letter of sympathy with the bereaved parents has been received from Mrs. Naylor Leyland, wife of Colonel Leyland, Hyde Park House, Albert gate, London. Woolley formerly lived at Apley Castle, Wellington.
Wellington Journal, 25 Jan 1890, page 8.
WATERS UPTON.
The Funeral of the Late Mr. Groucock, of Waters Upton, took place on Tuesday afternoon in the churchyard of Bolas Magna, the family burying-place. […] The inscription on the coffin-plate was—“Thomas Groucock, died December 11th, 1890; aged 63 years.” […]
Wellington Journal, 20 Dec 1890, page 7.
Note: Full report held on file.
1892
HIGGINS.-On the 20th ult., at Waters Upton, Elizabeth, widow of John Higgins, Esq., of Lubstree Park, aged 67.
The Gentlewoman, 1 Oct 1892, page 50.
1893
MORGAN—19th inst., aged 47, at the Hare Butts, Waters Upton, Eliza, the dearly-beloved wife of Robert Flower Morgan. Her end was peace.
Wellington Journal, 30 Sep 1893, page 5.
In Memoriam. […]
MORGAN—In loving memory of Eliza, beloved wife of Robert Flower Morgan, The Harebutts, Waters Upton, who died September 19th, 1893. “She is gone, but not forgotten; Never will her memory fade; Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger Round the spot where she is laid.”—From her loving husband and children.
Wellington Journal, 24 Sep 1898, page 5.
ANSLOW.—December 17, at 15, Rodney Terrace, Cheltenham, Robert Anslow (Editor of the Gloucestershire Echo), fifth son of the late Mr Anslow, of Waters Upton, near Wellington, aged 49 years.
Stroud News and Gloucestershire Advertiser, 22 Dec 1893, page 5.
1894
Funeral.—The remains of Mrs. Jane Shepherd, wife of Mr. Hugh Shepherd, were consigned to their last resting place in the quiet little churchyard of Waters Upton on Tuesday [23 January]. The deceased lady, who was only ill a short time, will be greatly missed by a large circle of sorrowing friends and relatives. Great sympathy was expressed with Mr. Shepherd, who has been ill for some time, and who was unable to take part in the funeral proceedings. Beautiful wreaths were sent by the Rev. L. V. and Mrs. Yonge, Mr. H. F. and Mrs. Percival, Mrs. Hunt (Admaston), Miss Bromley (Eyton House), Mr. W. A. R. Ball and family, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Shakeshaft, Miss Lewis [niece], and others.
Wellington Journal, 27 Jan 1894, page 7.
1895
WATERS UPTON.
Suicide of a Married Woman.—On Saturday an inquest was held before Mr J. V. T. Lander (coroner) on the body of Mary Matthews who committed suicide by cutting her throat on the previous day. The inquiry took place at the home of deceased. John Matthews, husband of deceased, said on Friday he left the house to go into the garden, and on his return went upstairs to look for his wife and found her lying on the floor in a pool of blood with her throat cut. About 16 years ago she attempted to take her life by hanging.—Emma Teece said she was called into the house of Matthews and saw his wife lying in a pool of blood on the floor.—Elizabeth Dulson said deceased had always complained of her head being bad.—The following note was found in deceased’s hand-writing:—“I cannot work this morning, my head is so bad if a strange woman comes into the house. I cannot do—-. Charles, take care of your father.” Twelve months ago the husband had a woman in the house to look after deceased, but not since.—The jury returned a verdict of “Suicide whilst temporarily insane.”
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 13 Sep 1895, page 7.
1897
GROUCOCK—3rd inst., aged 67, at Church Stretton, Anne Groucock, of Waters Upton, Salop.
Wellington Journal, Sat 9 Jan 1897, page 5. Added Mar 2025.
Austin.—January 31, at Waters Upton, Jane, widow of the late Edward Austin, aged 87.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 12 Feb 1897, page 8.
VAUGHAN—9th ult., aged 79, John Vaughan, Waters Upton, registrar of births and deaths.
Wellington Journal, Sat 13 Feb 1897, page 8. Added Mar 2025.
SHEPHERD—27th ult., aged 73, at Cold Hatton, Hugh Shepherd, late of Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, Sat 3 Jul 1897, page 5. Added Mar 2025.
1899
WATERS UPTON.
Funeral of an Oddfellow.—The funeral of the late Mr. Henry Colley, who died at the Swan Inn, the residence of Mr. J. Owen, took place on Friday. The members of the “Heart of Oak” Lodge of Oddfellows, of which the deceased was one of the oldest members, followed the body to the parish churchyard, where the service was impressively read by the Rev. J. B. Davies, vicar. The oration of the Order was delivered with due solemnity by Mr. Louis E. Wollstein, P.G.M. The procession was marshalled by Mr. W. R. Ball, P.P.G.M. and permanent secretary.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 13 Jan 1899, page 7.
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1900
WATERS UPTON.
FATAL BOILER EXPLOSION.—A sad fatality occurred on the farm of Mr. W. Dugdale, J.P., Meeson Hall, on Tuesday morning, as the result of a boiler explosion. George Harper, aged 66, who had worked on the farm for about ten years, got up steam in a donkey boiler, which he was accustomed drive, early on Tuesday morning. Shortly before eight o’clock a terrific explosion was heard, and two other workmen who were engaged in an adjoining building proceeded to the engine room and found the deceased lying beneath the frame. The engine apparently had been lifted up bodily, and knocked the driver down. The gable end of the building was blown out, and a large number of the tiles taken away, and carried for some distance. The deceased’s widow, Ann Harper, gave evidence of identification at the inquest, which was opened on Wednesday, before Mr. J. V. T. Lander (coroner).—The inquiry was then adjourned.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 30 Mar 1900, page 5.
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1901
Cartwright—March 11, at Waters Upton, near Wellington, Henry Cartwright, aged 75.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Mar 1901, page 8.
Owen—March 20, at Waters Upton, William John Owen, aged 55.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 29 Mar 1901, page 8. Added Mar 2025.
Personal Acknowledgements. […]
OWEN—Will Friends kindly accept this acknowledgement of their sympathy extended to Mrs. Owen and Family, Waters Upton?—March 22nd, 1901.
Wellington Journal, 30 Mar 1901, page 7. Added Mar 2025.
WATERS UPTON.
FORESTER’S FUNERAL.—Yesterday week the funeral of Mr. Henry Cartwright, one of the oldest inhabitants of this village, took place. The deceased was a member of Court “Sutherland”, of the Order of Foresters. A number of members of the Court, attired in the funeral regalia of the Order, attended the funeral. The Foresters’ funeral oration was read by Mr. J. Davies (Court secretary). On Sunday morning the members attended divine service at Waters Upton Church.
Wellington Journal, 30 Mar 1901, page 12. Added Mar 2025.
ROBINSON—5th inst., aged 73, Maria Robinson of Waters Upton, e of Edgmond. No cards.
Wellington Journal, 13 Apr 1901, page 7. Added Mar 2025.
Wildblood—April 5, George, son of William and Hannah Wildblood, Tyrrell, Waters Upton, aged 30.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 26 Apr 1901, page 8.
Note: The Wildbloods were actually living in the parish of Bolas Magna. Added Mar 2025.
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1902
DEATHS …
RIDGWAY-14th ult., aged 58, George Ridgway of Pukekohe, Auckland, New Zealand, second son of late James Ridgway, Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 19 Apr 1902, page 7. Also Shrewsbury Chronicle, 25 Apr 1902, page 8.
Brookes—August 10, at Waters Upton, Bertie Brookes, aged 12.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 22 Aug 1902, page 8.
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1903
Taylor—January 16, at Waters Upton Hall, Shropshire, Ann, widow of John Taylor, aged 93.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 23 Jan 1903, page 8. A similar notice appeared in the London Daily Chronicle, 21 Jan 1903, page 10.
Ridgway—March 21, at Waters Upton, Harriett Mayne, widow of James Ridgway, aged 90.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 3 Apr 1903, page 8.
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1904
WILDBLOOD—17th inst., aged 80 William Wildblood, Tyrell, Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 24 Dec 1904, page 7.
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1905
THE LATE REV. J. B. DAVIES.
FUNERAL AT WATERS UPTON.
After an illness extending for a considerable time, the Rev John B. Davies, rector of Waters Upton, Wellington, died on Thursday evening week, at Dr. Barling’s Home, Birmingham, whither he had been removed for the purposes of an operation. A year or two ago the deceased gentleman had a serious illness which necessitated absence from duties of every description and a temporary residence abroad. He came back considerably restored, but never regained his usual vigour and there was eventually a return of the malady, to which he succumbed. He was 65 years of age, and leaves a widow, seven sons, and two daughters, to whom the utmost sympathy has been extended in their bereavement. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 1 Dec 1905, page 6.
Note: Full report held on file.
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1906
BALL—22nd inst., aged 35, at 5, Noble Street, Bolton, William John, eldest son of William A. R. and Sarah Ball of Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 29 Dec 1906, page 7. Added Mar 2025.
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1908
BALL.—February l9, at Waters Upton, Sarah, wife of William Ball, aged 64.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 28 Feb 1908, page 8.
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1909
Old-Age Pensioners. — Four recipients of old-age pensions in Wellington district have only lived a little over a week to enjoy the pensions, for John Hordley, Ercall Terrace, Wellington; Mrs. Evans, Waters Upton; Joseph Haddaway, Wrockwardine Wood; and another pensioner from Wrockwardine have succumbed during the week.
Wellington Journal, 16 Jan 1909, page 6.
Note: Mrs Evans was Elizabeth Evans, née Tudor, wife of Morris Evans. Added Mar 2025.
CLAY—27th ult., aged 56, Harriet, wife of Richard Clay, Waters Upton, near Wellington, Salop.
Wellington Journal, 6 Mar 1909, page 7. Added Mar 2025.
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1910
CROWTHER—30th Nov., aged 30, William Crowther, Tyrel, Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, Sat 1 Jan 1910, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
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1911
WATERS UPTON.
Sudden Death. — Mr. Coroner Lander and a jury inquired into the circumstances attending the death of Alice Clay, aged three months, infant daughter of Richard Henry Clay of Waters Upton, labourer. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 30 Sep 1911, page 13.
Note: The Clay family actually lived within Rowton township, Ercall Magna parish, but close to the Waters Upton parish boundary. Added Sep 2026.
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1913
FATAL FALL FROM A HORSE.
SHOCKING DEATH AT WATERS UPTON.
An extremely sad case was inquired into by Mr. Coroner Lander on Monday, the circumstances attending the death of Reginald Barlow Tompkins being brought to the notice of a jury who had been summoned to return a verdict as to the cause of his death. Deceased, who was a farm bailiff, was collecting letters from Ellerdine post-box on Thursday in last week for his brother-in-law (Mr. E. L. Parry) who resides at the post office at Waters Upton, and who is also the local postman. Tompkins was riding a young horse, but accomplished the journey all right, had cleared the letter box, and was about to mount the horse again, when the animal was startled and bolted. Deceased endeavoured to cling to the horse, but was unable to do so, and was flung to the ground and dragged for some yards, sustaining severe injuries to the head. He was picked up unconscious, conveyed to the Post Office, and succumbed to the injuries on Saturday afternoon. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 4 Oct 1913, page 16.
Note: The above report (the full text of which is held on file) replaces the one previously shown here, from Lichfield Mercury, 3 Oct 1913, page 2, which named the deceased as Reginald Tompkinson. The death was also reported in the Lancashire Evening Post of 29 Sep 1913, page 2, and the Shepton Mallet Journal of 3 Oct 1913, page 5, both of which gave the deceased’s surname as Lampkinson. I have also now found a report in Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 3 Oct 1913, page 5, and others likely based on that report, giving the name as Reginald Barthom Tomkins. In the absence of the report now reproduced above it took me a while to link the stories to the death registration under the name Reginald Barlow Tompkins – and to work out that the news reports and death registration actually related to Reginald George Barlow Tompkin! Updated Sep 2026.
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1914
CLAY—14th inst., aged 70, at his daughter’s, Eyton, Richard Clay, Waters Upton, Wellington.
Wellington Journal, Sat 25 Jul 1914, page 9.
CARTWRIGHT—7th inst., 1914, aged 40, Albert Cartwright of Waters Upton (for 13 years gardener to Rev. L. V. Yonge).
Wellington Journal, Sat 15 Aug 1914, page 4.
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Death of Mr. Morgan.—We regret to report the death of Mr. W. Morgan, of Befcote, near Gnosall, who was well known in agricultural circles for many years. He had reached the age of 85 years and had farmed in Shropshire at Waters Upton for about 20 years. […] The interment took place at Waters Upton on Wednesday. Messrs. W. W. and R. J. [= R. I.] Morgan (sons) and Miss Morgan (daughter) were present as mourners […]
Staffordshire Advertiser, Sat 9 Jan 1915, page 7. Similar report in Wellington Journal, same date, page 9.
Note: Full report held on file.
TIBBERTON.
Death.—A gloom was cast over the village and neighbourhood when it became known on Sunday that Mr. Joseph Fletcher had passed away. Deceased had been in business as a baker and grocer, and was highly esteemed. […] The mourners included: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fletcher of Waters Upton (father and mother) […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 20 Feb 1915, page 9.
Note: Full report held on file. See report of 10 Jul 1915 below for death of Joseph’s father Robert.
YONGE.—On the 1st June, at Waters Upton, Elizabeth Mary Hombersley, wife of Rev. Lyttleton Vernon Yonge.
London Evening Standard, 5 Jun 1915, page 1. Also Hampshire Observer, 5 Jun 1915, page 8.
WATERS UPTON.
Funeral.—On Monday one of the most esteemed residents, in the person of Mr. Robt. T. Fletcher, passed away. He had been in business as grocer and baker for 26 years. The interment took place on Thursday at Rowton Church, […] The late Mr. Fletcher had been an acceptable local preacher upwards of 40 years.
Wellington Journal, 10 Jul 1915, page 12.
Note: Robert actually lived in Rowton township in the parish of Ercall Magna, close to the border with Waters Upton but not in that parish. Added Mar 2025.
DEATH OF REV. L. V. YONGE
OF ROWTON.
Last evening it was stated that the Rev. L. V. Yonge, vicar of Rowton, Waters Upton, who had been seriously ill in Rhyl, whither he went a fortnight ago for the benefit of his health, has passed away. […]
Wellington Journal, 17 Jul 1915, page 12.
Note: Full report held on file.
FALLEN OFFICERS. […]
Lieutenant G. H. Davies, 1st Battalion Shropshire Light Infantry, was 26 years of age, and was the sixth son of the late Rev. J. B. Davies and of Mrs. Davies, of Waters Upton, Salop.
London Evening Standard, 18 August 1915, page 3.
RIDGWAY—6th ult., aged 70, at Pukekohe, New Zealand, James, third son of the late James Ridgway of Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 4 Dec 1915, page 6.
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1916
POOR LAW OFFICER’S DEATH.—The sudden death of Mr. W. A. R. Ball, Relieving Officer for the Ercall Magna district under the Wellington Board of Guardians, after a few hours’ illness on Monday morning, came as a painful shock to his numerous friends. Mr. Ball was 68 years of age, […] An inquest was held on the body at Waters Upton on Wednesday by Mr. Coroner Lander and a jury, and a verdiet of “Death from natural causes” was returned. The funeral will take place at Waters Upton to-morrow (Saturday).
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 14 Apr 1916, page 8.
Note: Full report held on file.
Second Lieut. W. L. Davies.
Second Lieut. Walter L. Davies, Shropshire Light Infantry, who was killed in action on the 15th July, was the third son of the late Rev. John B. Davies, rector of Waters Upton, Salop, was 34 years of age. He was educated at St. John’s School, Leatherhead, Surrey, and took up banking in 1899, being a member of the staff of the United Counties Bank, now Barclay and Co., at Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 4 Aug 1916, page 3.
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Mrs. Fieldhouse, Waters Upton, late of Ellerdine, has received intimation that her eldest son, Pte. Thomas R. Fieldhouse, K.S.L.I. (T.F.), died on Jan. 2 in hospital from shell wounds received in action. […]
Wellington Journal, 9 Feb 1918, page 5.
Note: Full report held on file. Tom’s family was actually living just outside the parish of Waters Upton, in a cottage on the site of the old Union Workhouse / School. He is nonetheless remembered with the fallen of the parish on its war memorial brass.
WATERS UPTON.
Death of Mrs. Owen.—The residents of Waters Upton and district received with consternation and regret the intimation on March 28th that Mrs. Elizabeth Owen, proprietress of the Swan Hotel, had died somewhat suddenly. […]
Wellington Journal, 6 Apr 1918, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file.
CARTWRIGHT—Mary; 29 Sep; Waters Upton (88).
Wellington Journal, 19 Oct 1918, page 3.
WATERS UPTON.
Killed.—Mrs. Parry has received information of the death of her husband, Pte. E. L. Parry, in action in France on Sept. 30th. […]
Wellington Journal, 9 Nov 1918, page 8.
Note: Full report held on file.
[Abstracts from Wellington Journal at Shropshire Archives website 🡕: Death of Private William James, Liverpool Scottish, son of Mrs A James, butcher, Waters Upton, reported. Killed in action by a head wound (machine gun bullet).]
Wellington Journal, 8 Dec 1918, page 5.
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1919
WATERS UPTON.
Sudden Death.—An inquest was held by Mr. Coroner Lander on Saturday evening on the body of George Cartwright, farm labourer, aged 72 years, who resided at the Terrill and whose death took place the same day […]
Wellington Journal, 21 Jun 1919, page 8.
Note: Full report held on file.
DEATH OF MRS. RIDER.—The death took place at Crescent House, Wellington, on Saturday, of Mrs. Rider, widow of Dr. Rider, of Wellington and Waters Upton. The deceased lady was 82 years of age […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 31 Oct 1919, page 4.
Note: Relates to Mary Rider, née Tennant. Full report held on file.
VICAR’S TRAGIC DEATH AT WATERS UPTON.
The death occurred on Monday, at Waters Upton, of the Rev. Henry Parkes Tetlow, who for four years had been Vicar of Rowton, succeeding the Rev. L. V. Yonge. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 20 Dec 1919, Page 8.
Note: This report went on to note that the Rev Tetlow lived (and died) at Union Buildings – which were located just outside Waters Upton parish. Added Sep 2026.
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SHAKESHAFT—On the 27th Dec., 1919, at Cold Hatton, John Shakeshaft, late of Waters Upton, aged 72 years. Interred at Waters Upton on the 30th December, 1919.
Wellington Journal, 3 Jan 1920, page 5.
EVANS—9th March, at Cottage Hospital, Wellington, John, oldest son of the late Morris and Elizabeth Evans, Waters Upton, aged 62.
Wellington Journal, 20 Mar 1920, page 7.
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1923
WATERS UPTON.
THE DEATH of Mrs. Bishop, wife of Police Constable Bishop, of Worfield, occurred at Hallon, Worfield, on Monday. She was a native of Waters Upton, and only married Mr. Bishop about twelve months ago. Her husband joined the County Constabulary in August, 1920, and has been stationed at Worfield about 18 months.
Wellington Journal, 24 Mar 1923, page 14.
Note: The death of Margaret Elsie Louisa Bishop, age 25, was registered in the first quarter of 1923 in Bridgnorth Registration District. The Marriage of Wilfrid M E Bishop and Margaret E L Cartwright was registered in the first quarter of 1922 in Wellington, Shropshire, RD. Margaret ‘Elsa’ Louisa, daughter of waggoner Levi Cartwright and of Sarah Jane, was baptised 30 Apr 1899 at High Ercall, with the family’s abode recorded as Poynton in that parish. The Police Constable’s wife was not, therefore, a native of Waters Upton. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON.
SUDDEN DEATH.—The death took place under singular circumstances on Saturday of Edward John Austin, of No. 21, Waters Upton, a roadman. Deceased was 65 years of age […]
Wellington Journal, 28 Apr 1923, page 10.
Note: Full report held on file.
RALPHS—May 9th, at Waters Upton, Elizabeth Ralphs, beloved wife of Joseph Ralphs, aged 64. […]
Personal Acknowledgements […]
RALPHS—Mr. J. Ralphs and Family, Waters Upton, wish to thank all kind friends and neighbours for their kindness and sympathy in their sad bereavement, also for beautiful flowers sent.
Wellington Journal, Sat 19 May 1923, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
Death of Mr. Thomas Allen.
FORMER CHAIRMAN OF ATCHAM RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL.
The death of Mr. Thomas Allen, of Waters Upton, has removed one who in his day rendered useful public service in Shrewsbury and neighbourhood. Mr. Allen was 73 years of age […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 20 Jul 1923, page 8.
Note: Full report held on file.
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1924
ELLERDINE.
DEATH OF OLD RESIDENT.—There passed away on Jan. 29 the oldest resident of the district in the person of Mr. Wm. Tudor of Heath Lanes, at the ripe age of 92 years. The deceased, who up to a few weeks ago had been able to get out, was well known to a wide circle of friends. He was born at Waters Upton, where he succeeded his father as sub-postmaster and held the position for some twenty years. By trade he was a carpenter and wheelwright, and carried on that business in Ellerdine for considerably over half a century. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 9 Feb 1924, page 9.
Note: Full report held on file. William was actually born at Crudgington, but his family moved to Waters Upton not long after his birth and he was enumerated there on all the censuses from 1841 to 1891 except that of 1871. Added Sep 2026.
PRESTON.
LATE MR. E. W. BROMLEY.—The death is announced of Mr. E. W. Bromley, a well-known agriculturist, of Wappenshall Bridge Farm, at the age of 77. When only 19 the late Mr. Bromley went to Australia, and on his return to Shropshire took up farming at Arscott, near Shrewsbury. He later removed to Eyton House Farm, where he resided for 34 years. He also had farms at Wappenshall and Waters Upton.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 14 Mar 1924, page 2.
Note: Relates to Edward Wilding Bromley.
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1925
WATERS UPTON.
DEATH OF MR. W. MATTHEWS.—The death occurred at his residence on Dec. 24, of Mr. W. Matthews, after a painful illness, at the age of 76. […]
Wellington Journal, 3 Jan 1925, page 14.
Note: Full report held on file.
WATERS UPTON.
LATE MR. A. RIDGWAY.—On Wednesday the funeral of Mr. Alfred Ridgway, whose death occurred with tragic suddenness on Sunday evening, took place. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 7 Aug 1925, page 12.
Note: Full report held on file.
WATERS UPTON.
OBITUARY.—A much respected resident passed away on Sunday in the person of Mr. Alfred Ridgway, carpenter and wheelwright. Mr. Ridgway, who was 68 years of age, was well known in the district; he had a large circle of friends, and his demise, which came suddenly, was received with deep regret. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 8 Aug 1925, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
Note: Full report held on file.
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GEORGE—Charles George, Waters Upton, died Sept. 7, aged 72. Funeral to-day, Waters Upton, three o’clock.
Wellington Journal, 11 Sep 1926, page 7.
AUSTIN—October 23, aged 90, at Preston, Wellington, John, son of the late John and Jane Austin, Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, Sat 6 Nov 1926, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
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DAVIES — Feb. 17, 1927, Susan Anslow Davies, at Waters Upton, widow of the late Rev. John B. Davies, age 81. Funeral 2-30 Sunday next, at Waters Upton. Friends please accept this as the only intimation.
Wellington Journal, 19 Feb 1927, page 9.
WATERS UPTON.
THE LATE MRS. S. A. DAVIES.
The funeral of Mrs. S. A. Davies, of Waters Upton, took place at the village churchyard on Sunday, and numerous friends and neighbours attended. The late Mrs. Davies was the widow of the Rev. John B. Davies, M.A., who was rector of Waters Upton for nearly 40 years, and who died in November, 1905. Mrs. Davies had lived at Waters Upton over 50 years and was beloved by all her family and neighbours. She leaves five sons, two daughters, and eleven grandchildren. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 26 Feb 1927, page 11. Added Sep 2026.
Note: Full report held on file.
MILLINGTON—11th inst., at Bowers Hill, Badsey, Evesham, John Millington, late of High Ercall, and Waters Upton, aged 85. Interred at Badsey, March 15, 1927.
Wellington Journal, 19 Mar 1927, page 9.
LATE MRS. E. A. MORGAN.
An inquest was held on Monday by Mr. Coroner Lander concerning the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Morgan, aged 48, who died suddenly the previous Saturday.—Edith Alice Starling of Brookdale, Hadley, said that deceased was her sister, and was the wife of John Stanley Morgan, residing at the Harebutts. […] Dr. Wedd said that it appeared to be a typical case of apoplexy, and a verdict of “Death from natural causes” was returned. […] The funeral took place on Wednesday at the Parish Church. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 18 Jun 1927, page 12.
Note: Full report held on file.
GNOSALL […]
DEATH OF MR. W. W. MORGAN.— Many will read with profound regret of the passing of Mr. Morgan, after a few days’ illness. So unexpected was it generally that many people did not know he was ill. It is stated that he contracted a chill, after which pneumonia supervened, and the end came on Tuesday might. His well-known figure will be much missed. He came to Gnosall probably about 50 years ago from Waters Upton, […] He had reached the age of 68 years, and was unmarried. The interment takes place this Saturday at 2 o’clock.
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Sat 2 Jul 1927, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. Relates to William Walter Morgan. Added Sep 2026.
WILLIAMS—July 21, aged 66 years, at Waters Upton, Sarah, widow of Samuel Williams, late of Cotwall and Ellerdine Heath.
Wellington Journal, Sat 30 Jul 1927, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
BENNETT—24th ult., Martha, beloved wife of Thomas Bennett, Hanford Terrace, Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, 1 Oct 1927, page 9. Added Sep 2026.
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1928
SHAKESHAFT—April 18, at her son’s residence, Birmingham, Elizabeth, widow of John Shakeshaft, late of Waters Upton, aged 79. Interment on Monday, 23rd, 3 o’clock, at Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, Sat 21 Apr 1928, page 9. Added Sep 2026.
Bath Clergyman’s Death.
The Rev. Samuel Hobson, who died at his residence, 12, Claremont Road, Grosvenor, on Sunday, at the age of 83, was buried on Wednesday at Waters Upton, Wellington (Salop), where he was vicar until he retired eight years ago and came to live in Bath. The late Mr. Hobson had been confined to his room for the past six months.
The Bath Chronicle and Herald, Sat 21 Jul 1928, page 16.
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1929
WATERS UPTON.
RESIDENT’S SUDDEN DEATH. — The death occurred suddenly on Saturday of Mr. William Henry Eardley, of Crescent House, a much respected and highly esteemed resident. The late Mr. Eardley, who was 73 years of age, had for some 30 years, occupied the position of registrar of birth and deaths and relieving officer in Church Stretton, and retired in 1921, taking up residence in Waters Upton, near to Bolas, his native place. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 27 Jul 1929, page 12.
Note: Full report (and a separate, supplementary report on page 14 of the same peper) held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WOOLLEY—On Nov. 17, at 3, Hanford Terrace, Waters Upton, John beloved husband of Fanny Woolley, aged 84 years. “At rest.”
Wellington Journal, Sat 30 Nov 1929, page 9.
Note: See also In Memoriam item in same newspaper, 21 Nov 1931. Added Sep 2026.
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1930
WATERS UPTON.
THE DEATH occurred at the residence of his son-in-law, Chester Road, New Ferry, on Dec. 24, of Mr. William Lloyd, aged 80 years, late of Moreton Mill, Shawbury, and Cound, Cressage. The late Mr. Lloyd was born in Waters Upton parish, his father, the late Mr. W. Lloyd, occupying the Terril Farm, for a long period. The deceased was widely known in farming circles in the Stanton and Shawbury district and later at Cound with Mr. Rodenhurst, with whom he was continuously employed for a period of 28 years. He was a widower, his wife having predeceased him 28 years ago. He was also a life-long member of the Loyal River Roden Lodge, Shawbury, his number being 41, and was the oldest member of the lodge. The funeral took place on Saturday at Rowton Parish Church in the presence of a circle of relatives and friends, and the Rev. Mr. Davies conducted the service. Deceased leaves a grown up family to mourn their loss.
Wellington Journal, Sat 4 Jan 1930, page 11.
Note: Although the father of William Lloyd (William Lloyd senior) did farm at The Terrill in Waters Upton parish for some years, those years began in the 1850s. Prior to that he farmed at Crudgington, and before at the Day House, close to Waters Upton but in the parish of Cherrington – that, I believe, is where William Lloyd junior was born; it was certainly the family’s abode at the time when he was baptised, at Great Bolas, on 17 Feb 1849.
MATTHEWS—On June 13th (suddenly), at 11, Aston Lane, Rachel, wife of the late William Matthews, of Waters Upton. “Her end was peace”.
Wellington Journal, Sat 21 Jun 1930, page 9. Added Sep 2026.
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WOOLLEY — Feb. 22, at Waters Upton, Emma, beloved wife of William Woolley, late of Terill, aged 78.
Wellington Journal, 28 Feb 1931, page 9. (See also next.)
WATERS UPTON.
OBITUARY.—An old and much esteemed resident passed away on Sunday in the person of Mrs. William Woolley, at the advanced age of 78 years. Until a short time ago Mr. and Mrs. Woolley farmed the Tyrill Farm, Shray Hill, for over 50 years. The interment took place at Waters Upton Church on Wednesday, the Rev. Sanson (vicar) conducting the service. […]
Wellington Journal, 28 Feb 1931, page 13.
Note: Full report held on file.
WATERS UPTON. […]
LATE MR. T. JAMES.
News of the death of Mr. Thomas James on October 23 at the early age of forty-two years was received with widespread regret throughout the district where deceased had resided the whole of his life. His cheerful disposition had endeared him to a wide circle of friends, and he had endured with great patience a painful illness for over twelve months. He was the youngest son of the late Mr. A. James and Mrs. James, of Waters Upton. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 31 Oct 1931, page 11.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WOOLLEY—In loving memory of John Woolley, of Waters Upton, who died Nov. 17, 1929. Always remembered by his daughter Fannie and son-in-law Tom.
Wellington Journal, Sat 21 Nov 1931, page 7.
Note: See death notice above, published in Wellington Journal, Sat 30 Nov 1929. Added Sep 2026.
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1932
THE DEATH occurred of Mr. S. T. Bennett on Jan. 4. Deceased had carried on a successful business as boot and shoe maker, founded by his grandfather (Thomas Bennett) over a century ago, on the same premises. He was for over 30 years steward of the Waters Upton branch of the Shropshire Provident Society, and was highly esteemed by all who knew him. He leaves a widow, six sons and four daughters. The interment took place on Jan. 7 at Waters Upton Parish Church, the service being conducted by the Rev. A. E. Lane Sanson (Vicar), the hymn, “Jesu, Lover of my soul”, being sung.
Wellington Journal, Sat 16 Jan 1932, page 12.
Note: Long list of mourners, plus names of bearers and those sending floral tributes, omitted; full text on file.
The parishioners of Heacham have shown their sympathy with the Vicar, Rev. G. A. Meakin, in the sad bereavement he has sustained in the death of his father, the Rev. W. A. Meakin, rector of Waters Upton, Shropshire. The Rev. W. A. Meakin had been in Holy Orders for some fifty years. It is not often that a son inducts his father into a living, but this actually occurred, when the Rev. G. A. Meakin inducted his father into the living of Waters Upton.
The Lynn Advertiser, 29 Jan 1932, page 12.
COLD HATTON
DEATH OF MR. R. WOLLEY.—The death occurred on Sunday of Mr. Richard Wolley, of The Crescent, Cold Hatton. Mr. Woolley, who was 78 years of age, carried on business in the district as a butcher for many years, and latterly was a smallholder. For about 30 years he sang in Waters Upton parish church choir. He leaves a widow, two sons and five daughters. The interment took place at the Waters Upton parish churchyard yesterday (Thursday).
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Friday 4 Mar 1932, page 2.
Note: Relates to Richard Woolley. Also reported in Wellington Journal, Sat 5 Mar 1932, page 16. Updated Sep 2026.
OBITUARY.—News of the death of Mrs. J. Cartwright, Handford [= Hanford] Terrace, Waters Upton, was received with regret in the district, where she was held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends. Some months ago she went to reside with her daughter, Mrs. Rogers, Alexandra Road, Wellington, and on Saturday she passed peacefully away. The body was conveyed to Waters Upton, where the interment took place on Wednesday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 14 May 1932, page 12.
Note: Relates to Priscilla Cartwright, formerly Speakman, née Peate. Full report held on file.
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1933
WELLINGTON SMITHFIELD ACCIDENT.
Smallholder Dies From Injuries.
The death in Wellington Cottage Hospital of an aged smallholder named Charles William Powell (75), Malt House, Waters Upton, after an accident during a farm produce sale in Wellington Smithfield on Thursday, March 16th was investigated by Mr. J. V. T. Lander (coroner) and a jury at Wellington on Monday evening. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Friday 14 Apr 1933, page 6.
Note: Full report held on file.
WATERS UPTON MAN’S DEATH.
ACCIDENT IN WELLINGTON SMITHFIELD.
An inquest was held at Wellington on Monday by Mr. J. V. T. Lander (coroner)—who sat with a jury of which Mr. F. H. Arnold was foreman—touching the death of Mr. Charles Wm. Powell (73), a smallholder of Waters Upton, who died in Wellington Cottage Hospital on Saturday from injuries sustained through being accidentally knocked down in Wellington Smithfield on March 16, […] The funeral took place on Tuesday in the churchyard, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 15 Apr 1933, page 12.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
[…] The death occurred on Wednesday of Mr. Evan Richard Davies, solicitor, of Springhill, Market Drayton. Deceased, who was 56 years of age […] was the eldest son of the late Rev. J. B. Davies, rector of Water’s Upton […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 10 Jun 1933, page 16.
Note: Full report held on file. Also reported in Staffordshire Advertiser, 10 Jun 1933, page 6. Updated Sep 2026.
LAWLEY—Dec. 15, Thomas Lawley, late of Waters Upton, aged 86 years. Buried at Condover, Dec. 19.
Wellington Journal, 23 Dec 1933, page 9.
Note: Almost certainly the Thomas Lawley who, when enumerated on the 1921 census, gave the following details: aged 74 years 11 months; birthplace Shawbury; occupation Bricklayer (Own Account); wife Elizabeth Lawley (age 69 years 8 months; birthplace Shawbury, occupation Household work); and whose address was entered on the cover of the schedule by the enumerator as Waters Upton. However, the same enumerator’s description of the area within which Thomas’s home fell within, did not include the parish of Waters Upton. It did include the villages of Ellerdine and Cold Hatton in Ercall Magna parish, along with a number of outlying houses and small settlements including Sitch Lane. The latter is most likely where Thomas lived.
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1934
ELLERDINE.
FUNERAL. — The funeral took place at Rowton Church on Saturday of Mrs. H. Wellings, whose tragic death was reported in last week’s issue. The service was conducted by the Rev. A. N. S. Scott, vicar of High Ercall. The coffin was borne to the graveside by four cousins—Messrs. Robert, Alfred and Arthur Madeley, of Sytch Lane, and Tom Madeley, of Cold Hatton. The chief mourners were: The husband, Mr. H. Wellings; Harold and Charlie, brothers (Waters Upton); Lily, sister (Stafford); Mr. and Mrs. Wellings, father and mother-in-law; […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 20 Apr 1934, page 9.
Note: Relates to Mabel Wellings, formerly Emery, née Podmore. Full report held on file.
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1935
DEATH OF MR. ROBERT MOORE
Former Stafford and Armitage Farmer
The funeral took place at Penkridge Parish Church, on Tuesday, of Mr. Robert E. Moore, formerly of Stafford and Armitage, whose death occurred at his home, Waters Upton Grange, Shropshire, on Friday. Mr. Moore was 61, and had been ill for some time. […]
Staffordshire Advertiser, Sat 23 Mar 1935, page 3.
Note: Full report held on file. The above replaces the short death notice originally shown here. Updated Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MISS D. M. FLETCHER.
The death occurred on March 27 of Miss Doris May Fletcher, The Harebutts, at the age of 32. She was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Fletcher. — The funeral took place on Saturday. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 6 Apr 1935, page 14.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. E. E. AUSTIN.—The death occurred on Monday of Mr Ernest Edward Austin, 53, Victoria Road, Market Drayton, at the age of 44. […] The funeral took place on Wednesday at Waters Upton, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 8 Jun 1935, page 9.
Note: Full report held on file.
FISK—Nov. 10 (suddenly), at Nettlestone, Isle of Wight, Edythe Mary, wife of Major E. J. Fisk, Waters Upton Hall, and eldest daughter of the late Ald. A. B. Dyas, Madeley.
Wellington Journal, Sat 23 Nov 1935, page 9. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. J. T. BATES.—The death of Mr. John Thomas Bates, 40, The Harebutts, occurred on Nov. 20, at the age of 63. The funeral took place at Waters Upton on Saturday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 30 Nov 1935, page 12. Added Sep 2026.
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1936
WATERS UPTON […]
LATE MRS. A. JAMES. — The death occurred at The Firs on Monday of Mrs. Ann James, widow of Mr. Alfred Henry James, at the age of 81. She was one of the oldest residents having lived in the parish for about 60 years. She carried on a butchering business and at one time was a very well-known figure in Wellington Market Hall. She is survived by two sons and two daughters. The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Thursday. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 11 Jan 1936, page 9
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MRS. D. A. PHILLIPS
The death occurred on Saturday at the Lower House Farm of Mrs. Dorothy Annie Phillips, at the age of 33, after a brief illness.
The funeral took place on Wednesday at Stanton-on-Hine Heath Parish Church. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 1 Feb 1936, page 14.
Note: Full report held on file. Also reported in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 7 Feb 1936, page 16. Added Sep 2026.
WOOLLEY—On Feb. 6, 1936, at 12, Freeman Street, Stafford, Fanny, dearly beloved wife of the late John Woolley (formerly of Crudgington and Water’s Upton). Interred at Water’s Upton Parish Church Feb. 11, 1936 aged 83 years. “Re-united in God’s sacred keeping.”
Wellington Journal, Sat 15 Feb 1936, page 9. Added Sep 2026.
SAMBROOK
DEATH OF MR H. F. CARTWRIGHT. — The death occurred on March 3 at the age of 35. of Mr Harold Francis Cartwright, of Howle, who had been in failing health for about a year. Mr Cartwright was the elder son of the late Mr Albert Cartwright, of Waters Upton, who died in 1914, and of Mrs. Cartwright, now of Howle. Until his health broke down, he was employed as an agricultural worker, and was much esteemed. The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Saturday afternoon, […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 13 Mar 1936, page 7.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
MOORE.—On Sept. 1, John Robert, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Moore, of Waters Upton, Salop, aged 14 days.
Staffordshire Advertiser, Sat 5 Sep 1936, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
The death of Mr. Samuel Woolley, 20, Waters Upton, occurred on Oct. 7 after a short illness, at the age of 73. He was the oldest resident in the parish and had been a member of the “Heart of Oak” Lodge of Oddfellows for over 60 years. He leaves a widow, five sons and one daughter. The funeral took place at Waters Upton Church on Saturday[…]
Wellington Journal, 17 Oct 1936, page 14.
Note: Full report held on file.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR S. WOOLLEY. — Mr. S. Woolley, whose death was reported last week, besides being a member of the Heart of Oak Lodge for 60 years, was Grand Master for the Wellington District in 1905. He had been employed on the Great Western Railway for 49 years, retiring 7 years ago. He had been a Wesleyan local preacher for over forty years, and walked many miles to keep his appointments. He had also been a member of the Parish Council for 28 years. Of a bright and genial disposition, he was beloved by everyone with whom he came into contact, especially among the Sunday school children. […]
Wellington Journal, 24 Oct 1936, page 15.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
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1937
LATE MRS. M. E. MEAKIN
The death of Mrs. Mary Emily Meakin, The White House, occurred on Dec. 31 after a short illness, at the age of 76. She was the widow of Rev. William Astbury Meakin, formerly rector of Waters Upton and Uffington. Mrs. Meakin was keenly interested in Church and missionary work. She was enrolling member of the Mothers’ Union at Uffington, and until a few years ago was enrolling member at Waters Upton. She was an associate of the Girls’ Friendly Society. She leaves one son, the Rev. G. A. Meakin, vicar of Heacham (Norfolk) and one daughter.
Wellington Journal, Sat 9 Jan 1937, page 14. (See also next.)
Note: Details of mourners and those sending wreaths omitted; full report on file.
HEACHAM VICAR’S BEREAVEMENT
The death has occurred of Mrs. Meakin, mother of the vicar of Heacham (the Rev. G. A. Meakin), and widow of the Rev. W. A. Meakin, rector of Waters Upton, Shropshire. Mrs. Meakin suffered a seizure during Christmas, and her illness lasted a week. The funeral took place at Waters Upton.
Lynn News & County Press, 19 Jan 1937, page 3.
Note: Relates to Mary Emily Meakin, née Hawkins.
CRUDGINGTON
DEATH OF MR. RICHARD MADELEY. — The death occurred on March 1 at his home at Sytch Lane, of Mr. Richard Madeley, formerly known in the district as “Uncle Dick.” He had lived in Crudgington for 45 years, and carried on business as a carrier. He was 69 years of age. The funeral took place at Crudgington on March 3. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 12 Mar 1937, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. Richard was not a Waters Upton man himself, but his wife was from the parish and three of his sisters became Waters Upton residents. Added Sep 2026.
LATE MR H. F. PERCIVAL—The death occurred on June 14 at the age of 74 of Mr. Herbert France Percival, Hafod, Towyn, Merionethshire, who had been in failing health for some time. He was the son of the late Rev. C. J. Percival, at one time Dean of Peterborough Cathedral, and was educated at Haileybury College. He married Miss M. J. Cornes, daughter of the late Joseph Cornes of Crudgington, and spent the early part of his married life at Waters Upton and Crudgington. He went to Towyn 28 years ago. His wife died in 1933. […] Interment took place at Towyn cemetery on June 17, […]
Wellington Journal, 26 Jun 1937, page 15
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
JAMES—Nov. 9, Charles James, The Lion, Waters Upton, aged 59.
Wellington Journal, Sat 13 Nov 1937, page 11. Added Sep 2026.
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1938
WATERS UPTON […]
LATE MR. J. RALPHS — The death occurred on Saturday of Mr. Joseph Ralphs, 5, Waters Upton, at the age of 80. He had lived in the parish for the past 17 years. He formerly lived at Sherlowe, and had been employed at Sherlowe Farm, High Ercall, for a number of years. His wife died 14 years ago, and he is survived by six sons and two daughters. The funeral took place at High Ercall Parish Church on Tuesday, the service being conducted by the vicar, Rev. A. N. S. Scott.
Wellington Journal, Sat 1 Jan 1938, page 11.
Note: Lists of mourners and bearers omitted; full report on file.
ELLERDINE
OLD RESIDENT’S DEATH.—John Richards died on December 29 after a seizure on Christmas Day. He had lived in the Parish all his life, and was 71 years of age. For many years be was employed at Waters Upton as a farm bailiff, but in later years was a County Council roadman. He was a member of Waters Upton Oddfellows for nearly fifty years. The funeral took place at the Waters Upton Churchyard, […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 7 Jan 1938, page 14.
Note: Full report held on file.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. J. RICHARDS.—The death occurred on Dec. 30 of Mr. John Richards, at his home 5, Sytch Road, where he had lived for a great many years, at the age of 71. Before living at Sytch Road he lived at Waters Upton. He leaves a widow and two sons. The funeral took place at Waters Upton Parish Church on Saturday, the service being conducted by the rector, Rev. G. E. Terrot. Mrs. J. S. Icke was at the organ. The mourners were […] The Oddfellows’ funeral oration was read by Mr. W. S. Woolley, N.G. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 8 Jan 1938, page 14.
Note: Full report held on file. See if you can spot the discrepancies between this and the previous report on John’s death! Added Sep 2026.
LATE MR. S. TUDOR.—The death occurred at Birmingham on March 31, of Mr. Samuel Tudor, late of Waters Upton, at the age of 76. The funeral took place at the Methodist Church, Waters Upton, on Monday. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 9 Apr 1938, page 14.
Note: Full report held on file.
MADELEY—On Aug. 15, at No. 5, Council Houses, Waters Upton, Charles Madeley, aged 78. “Peacefully at rest.”
Wellington Journal, 20 Aug 1938, page 9.
Note: There were no council houses in waters Upton parish at this time – but there were some in Sytch Lane, just outside the parish in Ercall Magna, which is where Charles resided. Added Sep 2026.
CRUDGINGTON
LATE MRS. A. DYTOR. — The death occurred on Aug. 26 at the home of her daughter, 18, Crudgington, of Mrs. Ann Dytor, formerly of Waters Upton, after a brief illness, at the age of 77. Mrs. Dytor had worked for Mr. T. W. Nunnerley (Crudgington Manor). Her husband died about two and a half years ago. The funeral took place at Waters Upton Church on Monday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 3 Sep 1938, page 13.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
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1939
SHREWSBURY.
Late Mrs. L. Price.—The death occurred at the age of 75 on Tuesday of Mrs. Lucy Price, 46, Berwick Avenue. A native of Waters Upton, Mrs. Price was for 37 years licensee of the “Lion” there. Five sons and two daughters survive her. The funeral took place at Waters Upton yesterday (Friday).
Wellington Journal, 18 Feb 1939, page 17. Added Sep 2026.
ELLERDINE
THE LATE MR. W. WOOLLEY.—The death occurred on February 19 in the Wellington Hospital of Mr. William Woolley, aged 88, who farmed for over fifty years at the Terrill, and had recently lived at Waters Upton with his daughter Mrs. C. Bennett. He was the oldest member of the “Hearts of Oak” Lodge of Oddfellows, which he joined in 1869. The funeral took place at St. Michael’s Church, Waters Upton, […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 17 Mar 1939, page 7.
Note: Full report held on file. Also reported in Wellington Journal, Sat 11 Mar 1939, page 17. Updated Sep 2026.
RODEN
DEATH OF OLD INHABITANT.—By the death of Mr. Robert Nichols at the age of 83 Roden has lost a familiar figure. Mr. Nichols had enjoyed good health until quite recently, and up to last autumn often engaged in his favourite recreation—cycling. He was born at Sleap, near Crudgington, and worked at the Church Farm, Rowton, at Waters Upton, and Cotwall Farm, and then lived at Crudgington under the Duke of Sutherland. Following the sale of the estate he removed to the house of his son-in-law and daughter (Mr. and Mrs. J. Briscoe) at 18, Roden, where he died on March 27. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 7 Apr 1939, page 5.
Note: Full report held on file.
THE DEATH occurred on Monday of Mr. Thomas Morris Evans, 25, Waters Upton, at the age of 64. Mr. Evans had lived in the parish all his life and had been employed by the Wellington Rural District Council and the Salop County Council on road work for about 35 years. He was the youngest son of the late Mr. Morris Evans and Elizabeth Evans, formerly of Waters Upton.
Wellington Journal, Sat 10 Jun 1939, page 10.
The death took place on Monday at The Cottage, Glen Auldyn, of Mr Frank Buttrey. a retired official of the Bebington Borough Council. With his wife, who is a native of Bishopscourt, he had lived at Glen Auldyn for a number of years. The funeral took place on Thursday.
Ramsey Courier, 24 Nov 1939, page 4.
Note: Frank was enumerated at Waters Upton on the 1891 census. Added Sep 2026.
BROMLEY—On Nov. 29, 1939, at Royal Salop Infirmary, Edward Alfred (Rupert), only son of Mr. and Mrs Bromley, Waters Upton, aged 18.
Wellington Journal, 2 Dec 1939, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. E. A. BROMLEY
The death occurred on Nov. 29 of Mr. Edward Alfred (Rupert) Bromley at the age of 18 after an illness of just over a month. Mr. Bromley was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Bromley. He received his early education at Crudgington School and later at the Walker Technical College. He was employed by Messrs. Henry Boot and Sons, Shawbury. He took an active part in social affairs and his kind and cheerful disposition gained him many friends.
The funeral took place at Waters Upton Church on Saturday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 9 Dec 1939, page 9.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON […]
LATE MR. J. WILKES
The death occurred on Dec. 14 of Mr. John Wilkes, Sunnycroft, The Terrill, at the age of 72. Mr. Wilkes was a native of High Hatton and had lived in the district all his life. He had been employed for many years by Mr. A. Pearce, J.P. (Ellerdine). He was for many years a member of the old Waters Upton brass band under the conductorship of the late Mr. John Davies (Crudgington) and was also a member of the Hodnet old Volunteers. His wife died nine years ago, and three sons and two daughters survive him.
The funeral took place at Rowton Church on Saturday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 23 Dec 1939, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
On December 25, 1939, at the residence of his daughter, 287 Tamaki Drive, Kohimarama, Thomas Henry, beloved husband of the late Theresa Margaret Juckes, and the dearly-loved father of Mesdames K. Mabee, M. Baker and Miss L. Juckes; in his 83rd year.
New Zealand Herald, 27 Dec 1939, page 1 (view at Papers Past).
Note: Thomas emigrated from the UK to New Zealand. His UK address during two return visits to the UK, in 1924 and 1930, was Waters Upton. Added Sep 2026.
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1940
DEATH OF MR. A. LEA JUCKES
MR. A. Lea Juckes, of Waters Upton, died in a nursing home at Horsham on March 20 at the age of 79. Mr. Juckes, who had undergone a major operation, was a member of a well-known Shropshire family, associated with the Tern district for many years. […]
After spending many years abroad he returned to England and took up residence at Waters Upton, where he carried on farming pursuits until about two years ago. […]
The funeral took place at Waters Upton Parish Church on Sunday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 30 Mar 1940, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
DEATH OF MR C. FLETCHER.—The death occurred March 27 of Mr. Charles Fletcher, of the Shop, Waters Upton, aged 55. He was a son of Mr. Robert Fletcher, a baker, of Meeson, and married Miss Owen, a daughter of Mr. William John Owen, of Waters Upton. After managing the Stores at Tibberton for some time Mr. Fletcher moved to Liverpool, but returned to Waters Upton and carried on his father’s business, which in the meantime had been continued by his brother, Tom. He is survived by his widow and two sons. The funeral on Saturday was at Rowton Church, where Mrs. Fletcher is organist. […]
VESTRY MEETING.—The annual vestry meeting was held in the Schoolroom on Thursday, when the rector. the Rev. G. E. Terrott, referred sympathetically to the death of Mr. A. Lea Juckes, rector’s warden for the past 33 years and spoke of his great loyalty to the church. The meeting stood in silent tribute. […]
PARISH MEETING.—The rector, Rev. G. E. Terrott, presided at the annual parish meeting on Friday, and referred to the death of A. Lea Juckes, who had been chairman for the past 27 years. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 5 Apr 1940, page 8.
Note: Full report on death and funeral of Charles Fletcher held on file. The Shop was situated outside the parish of Waters Upton, at Waterside in Ercall Magna parish, but Charles Fletcher was connected to Waters Upton via his wife. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. A. LEA JUCKES.—The following were omitted from the list of those present at the funeral on March 24:— […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 6 Apr 1940, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. The above was followed by reports on the vestry and parish meetings, similar to those in the Shrewsbury Chronicle of 5 Apr 1940. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MRS. E. AUSTIN. — The death occurred on April 19 at 21, Waters Upton, of Mrs. Ellen Austin, at the age of 77. Mrs. Austin was one of the oldest parishioners, having lived in the parish for about 60 years. She was a member of the Mothers’ Union and she had also been connected with work in connection with the church for about 40 years. Her husband died 17 years ago and two sons and one daughter survive her. The funeral took place at Waters Upton Church on Tuesday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 27 Apr 1940, page 5.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WELLINGTON […]
Late Mrs. E. Ralphs.—The death occurred on Wednesday at the age of 59, of Mrs. Emma Ralphs, wife of Mr. C. Ralphs, Rose and Crown, Bell Street. Mrs. Ralphs, who had lived in Wellington for over 30 years, was a member of an old Waters Upton family, her father being the late Mr. Alfred James, butcher. She is survived by Mr. Ralphs, six daughters and one son. The funeral takes place on Sunday.
Wellington Journal, Sat 24 Aug 1940, page 7. Added Sep 2026.
FUNERAL OF MRS. E. RALPHS, OF WELLINGTON.
Many friends attended the funeral of Mrs. Emma Ralphs, wife of Mr. C. Ralphs, of the Rose and Crown, Bell Street, Wellington, at Wellington Cemetery on Sunday. Mrs. Ralphs was a member of an old Waters Upton family her late father, Mr. Alfred James, being a butcher there. […]
Bridgnorth Journal, Sat 31 Aug 1940, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. H. HOLLAND
The death occurred on December 11 of Mr. Herbert Holland, Melverley, Waters Upton, at the age of 66. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 21 Dec 1940, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file.
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1942
GNOSALL
DEATH OF MISS S. MORGAN
The death has occurred of Miss Morgan, of Church House. Deceased was 81 years of age and her death followed a seizure of a few days ago. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. Morgan, of Befcote, and on giving up farming she came to reside with her brothers in Gnosall. The funeral was conducted by the Rev. W. Peppercorn, assisted by the Rev. H. C. Elliott.
Staffordshire Advertiser, Sat 3 Jan 1942, page 6.
Note: Sarah was born at Waters Upton in 1860 and although enumerated as a boarder at Church Aston in 1861, was living at Waters Upton with her parents in 1871. Added Sep 2026.
GNOSALL. […]
LATE MR. R. I. MORGAN.—Recently we recorded the death of Miss Sarah Morgan, Church Villa, and now we have to announce the death of the last surviving member of the family in the person of Mr. Robert Ibbs Morgan, who lived at Befcote Farm for many years. […]
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 20 Mar 1942, page 5.
Note: Robert was born at Waters Upton in 1865 and lived there with his parents until at least 1871.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
OBITUARY.—The death occurred at the Rectory on Wednesday of Mrs. J. Davies, who was the eldest daughter of Mr. Geo. Bowdler, of Batchcott Hall. She was 78.
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 24 Apr 1942, page 6.
Note: Also reported in Wellington Journal, 25 Apr 1942, page 4 (name given as J E Davies). Added Sep 2026.
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1943
BASCHURCH
DEATH OF MR. G. H. GOODWIN. — The death occurred on Wednesday of Mr. George Henry Goodwin, Church House. A native of Audlem, Cheshire, Mr. Goodwin was a son of the well-known farming family of the late Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin, Woodhouse Lane. He commenced farming at Woore Hall Farm, near Audlem, where he remained for eight years. He then moved to Uffington, near Shrewsbury, where he farmed the Top House Farm for a further eight years, afterwards going to the Grange Farm, Waters Upton, where he remained until his retirement 13 years ago, when he came to Church House. When at Waters Upton Mr. Goodwin was a member of the Wellington Board of Guardians. He was 72 and is survived by a widow. The funeral takes place at All Saints’ Church to-day (Saturday).
Wellington Journal, Sat 13 Mar 1943, page 6.
Note: Also reported in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 12 Mar 1943, page 5. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. S. EVANS.—The death occurred after a brief illness in the Royal Salop Infirmary, on Wednesday, of Mr. Samuel Evans, aged 76. He was the last surviving son of the late Mr. Maurice Evans, and had lived all his life in the district. At the time of his death, he was employed by Mr. Horton at Waters Upton Hall as a gardener. The funeral takes place at 2-30 p.m, tomorrow (Saturday) at Rowton Parish Church.
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 3 Sep 1943, page 4. Added Sep 2026.
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1944
Local Death. — The death occurred on December 23 of Mrs. Mary Jane Webster (89) at 12, The Grove, Bridgnorth, the home of her daughter, Mrs. Houseman, with whom she had resided for the past four years. A native of Waters Upton, she was married in 1873 to Mr. J. T. Webster, of High Ercall. The funeral took place on Monday and a service at Low Town Mission Church was conducted by the Rev. Preb. J. S. Jobling R.D., and interment was at Bridgnorth Cemetery. […]
Bridgnorth Journal, Sat 1 Jan 1944, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
FATAL FALL.—Mrs. Mary Ruscoe, aged 53, of 7, Waters Upton, died at the Royal Salop Infirmary on Saturday from the effects of an accidental fall at her house on October 28, 1943, when she fractured her right leg. At the inquest on Tuesday the Coroner found that death was due to a condition resulting from the accident.
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 7 Jan 1944, page 3. Added Sep 2026.
OLD WOMAN’S DEATH AFTER FALL
Giving evidence at an Inquest at Shrewsbury of Tuesday on Miss Mary Ruscoe (84), of 7 Waters Upton, who died in the Royal Salop Infirmary on Sunday, Mrs. F. L. Cartwright of 6, Waters Upton, said called on deceased on November 20 and found her on the kitchen floor. Miss Ruscoe said she had had a fall, and witness sent for a doctor, who ordered her removal to the Royal Salop Infirmary. Miss Ruscoe lived by herself. Dr. Oscier, of the R.S.I., said that death was due to pneumonia, consequent on a fracture on the right thigh, caused by the fall, and the Coroner (Major R. W. B. Crawford Clarke) recorded a verdict of “Accidental Death”.
Wellington Journal, Sat 8 Jan 1944, page 5. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
SUDDEN DEATH.—Keen regret is felt in the village at the death on Good Friday, at the age of 51, of Mr. G. [= S] Bennett. He had lived in the village all his life, and for the last seven years was employed by Major Kayler at Shray Hill Farm. Earlier he worked at the Post Offices at Waters Upton and Ellerdine. At the funeral on April 10 the Rev. G. E. Terrot officiated, […]
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 21 Apr 1944, page 3.
Note: See next for correction of name. Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
CORRECTION.—In our last issue we stated that the death had taken place of Mr. G. Bennett. This should have read Mr. S. Bennett.
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Friday 28 Apr 1944, page 4. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. J. BROOKES.—The death occurred at the Beeches on July 27 of Mr. John Brookes. Well-known among older farmers in the district, Mr. Brookes, in partnership with his brother Will, farmed for many years at the Church Farm, Rowton, before retiring and living at Waters Upton. The funeral took place at Rowton on Saturday, and the Vicar (Rev. Terrott), conducted the service, assisted by Rev. Rees (rector). Mrs. Fletcher was at the organ. Mourners were Mrs. Brookes (widow), Mr. H. Brookes (nephew), Messrs J. B. and J. Hickman (great nephews), R. Fletcher (nephew) and Mrs. Ferrington. Bearers were old employees — Messrs. Buttery, Wynne, Machin and Hall.
Wellington Journal, Sat 5 Aug 1944, page 6.
WATERS UPTON
THE FUNERAL of Jane Cartwright (70), 46, The Terrill, took place at the Parish Church on Nov. 9, the service being conducted by the rector, Rev. G. E Terrot. Mourners were Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Cartwright (son and daughter-in-law), Mr. Norman Cartwright (son), Mrs. Young (sister), Mr. and Mrs. Pearce (brother-in-law and sister), Mary Russell and Mrs. Dalton (nieces), […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 18 Nov 1944, page 6.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
OBITUARY
The oldest inhabitant of the village, Miss Anna Cartwright, died on Wednesday, aged 86. She had lived in the village all her [line missing here?] she had spent the last 60 or 70 years. She regularly attended the Methodist Church.
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 29 Dec 1944, page 8.
Note: Relates to Hannah Cartwright.
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1945
WATERS UPTON
LATE MISS H. CARTWRIGHT.—The death occurred on Dec. 27 of Miss Hannah Cartwright (86), 13, Waters Upton, where she had lived for over 70 years. Miss Cartwright attended the Methodist Church, where the funeral took place on Monday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 6 Jan 1945, page 7.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
SMETHCOTE
MRS. M. SHAKESHAFT. — The death occurred on January 22, at New House Farm, where she lived with her daughter and son-in-law (Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Bromley), of Mrs. Margaret Shakeshaft, aged 87. Born in Scotland she came to Waters Upton in her ’teens, and later married Mr. Joseph Shakeshaft of Cold Hatton. […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, 2 Feb 1945, page 5.
Note: Relates to Margaret Shakeshaft, née Shepherd. Full report held on file.
Platelayer Killed on the Line
Waters Upton Man’s Death
On Tuesday evening Mr. Hubert Victor Woolley, aged 46, a plate layer, of the Council Houses, Sytch Lane, Waters Upton, was putting away his tools for the night when he was knocked down and killed by the engine of a goods train near Longden Bridge, on the Wellington-Market Drayton line. He was employed on the Crudgington-Wellington section and was well-known in the district. The Coroner’s inquest will be held next Wednesday, and the funeral takes place to-morrow (Saturday) at 3 p.m. at the Cemetery, following a service in the Chapel.
Mr. Woolley was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. S. Woolley, and he is survived by his widow, two-sons (both employed by the G.W.R. Co.) and a young daughter.
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 20 Apr 1945, page 3. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MRS. J. EVANS.—Mrs. Ann Evans, widow of Mr. J. Evans, died suddenly on Sunday at the age of 77. She had been very active in the village, was an expert needlewoman, and a member of the Mothers’ Union. Her husband died 16 years ago. The funeral took place yesterday, and a report will appear in next week’s issue.
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 20 Apr 1945, page 3. Added Sep 2026.
TRAGEDY OF UNHEARD WARNING
Water’s Upton Man’s Death on Railway
The inquiry into the death of Mr. Herbert [= Hubert] Victor Woolley, aged 46, of 1, Council Houses, Sytch Lane, Waters Upton, who, as reported in last week’s issue, was knocked down and killed following his employment as a platelayer on the L.M.S. Railway, was conducted by the Wellington District Coroner on Tuesday.
Mr. Woolley was with a party of workmen at Longden Halt, on the Wellington to Market Drayton line, and was about to carry two shovels from a trolley to the hut at the end of the day’s work, when he was struck by the engine of a goods train and killed instantly. […]
The funeral took place at Waters Upton Cemetery on Saturday, […]
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 27 Apr 1945, page 3.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
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1946
RALPHS—June 1, at 5, Waters Upton, Alice, beloved wife of Arthur, mother of Dennis, Cyril and David, after much suffering bravely borne.
Wellington Journal, Sat 8 Jun 1946, page 5. Added Sep 2026.
THE LATE EX SUPT. RIDGWAY
FORMER BRIDGNORTH POLICE SUPERINTENDENT
Ex-Superintendent Alfred John Ridgway, who, until his retirement about six months ago owing to ill-health, had been in charge of the Bridgnorth Division of the Shropshire Constabulary for ten years and had spent 32½ years in the police service, passed away last week aged 56 years. […]
Several local organisations were represented at the funeral on Friday […] at St. Leonard’s Church. […]
Kington Times, 10 Aug 1946, page 5.
Note: Full report held on file. Also reported in Bridgnorth Journal, Sat 3 Aug 1946, page 1 (to be transcribed). Alfred was born at waters Upton in 1899 and he lived there until at least 1911. Added Sep 2026.
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1947
WATERS UPTON […]
LATE MRS. A. BENNETT.—The death occurred on Jan. 15 at her home, 17, Waters Upton, of Mrs. Alice Bennett, widow of Mr. Samuel Thomas Bennett, at the age of 87. The late Mrs. Bennett was a member of the Waters Upton branch of the Mothers’ Union and had been a member since its formation.—The funeral took place at the parish church on Saturday, the service being conducted by the rector (Rev. G. E. Terrot). The 23rd Psalm was chanted, and the hymns sung were “Jesu, Lover of my Soul”, and “On the Resurrection Morning”.—Miss M. J. E. Riley was at the organ. […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 25 Jan 1947, page 9. Added Sep 2026.
WATERS UPTON
LATE MR. T. FLETCHER.—The death occurred on Feb. 24 at his home, 37, Harebutts, of Mr. Thomas Fletcher, at the age of 73. Mr. Fletcher formerly carried on business as a grocer and baker near Waters Upton for about 15 years, retiring some years ago. He leaves a widow, one son and two daughters. The funeral service at Waters Upton Parish Church on Feb. 27 was conducted by the rector (Rev. G. E. Terrot), Miss M. J. E. Riley (The Manor House) being at the organ. The interment took place in the cemetery. […]
Wellington Journal, 8 Mar 1947, page 7.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
ELLERDINE
LATE MRS. E. RICHARDS – The death occurred on July 2 of Mrs. Emily Richards, widow of Mr. John Richards, at 4, Sytch Road, the residence of her son, Mr. Jack Richards. Aged 85, Mrs. Richards was a native of Shropshire, having lived in the parish for about 32 years. Two sons survive her, her husband having died about nine years ago. The funeral took place at Waters Upton on Saturday, […]
Shrewsbury Chronicle, Fri 11 Jul 1947, page 4.
Note: Full report held on file. Emily was enumerated at Waters Upton on the censuses of 1901 and 1911. Added Sep 2026.
LATE MRS. M. A. WOOLLEY. — The death occurred on Oct. 22. at her home, Sutherland Cottage, of Mrs. Mary Ann Woolley (76), widow of Mr. Samuel Woolley. Four sons and one daughter survive her.—The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Oct. 25, the service being conducted by the Rector, Rev. G. E Terrot. The psalm was “The Lord is my Shepherd,” and the hymns “Abide with Me” and “On the resurrection morning” were sung, Miss M. J. E. Riley (Manor House) being at the organ. […]
Wellington Journal, 8 Nov 1947, page 5.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
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1948
WOOD. On Feb. 26th, at Waters Upton, Salop, Arthur Gilbert, son of the late Mr and Mrs. A. R. Wood, Wolstanton. Funeral Waters Upton Church Saturday, Feb. 28th.
Staffordshire Sentinel, 27 Feb 1948, page 2.
WATERS UPTON […]
LATE MRS. A. BARROW. — The death occurred on Nov. 10 of Mrs. Sarah Barrow, wife of Mr. Alfred Barrow, 40, The Harebutts. at the age of 69. Mrs. Barrow had lived in the parish for about five years. The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Saturday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 20 Nov 1948, page 5.
Note: Full report held on file. Added Sep 2026.
A WELL KNOWN AGRICULTURIST
The Late Mr. B. M. Needham
The death of Mr. Burnard Norrison Needham occurred at his residence, Fairlawn Cottage, Ryelands Road, Leominster, on November 20th. He had lived in retirement for many years and made many friends in the neighbourhood. He was greatly esteemed by all who knew him. […]
The interment took place at the Cemetery, Shrewsbury, on Thursday of last week. He was buried with his wife, who predeceased him eleven years ago. […]
Kington Times, Sat 4 Dec 1948, page 5.
Note: Full report held on file. Burnard was farming at Waters Upton in 1901. Added Sep 2026.
Death of Mr. H. J. Powell
The death occurred on December 22, at the age of 60, of Mr. Herbert John Powell of Coolmoor Farm, Shawbury. He leaves a widow, son and daughter.
He formerly farmed at Waters Upton and Rodenhurst Hall, Rodington, and came to Coolmoor two years ago. For many years he was a churchwarden at Waters Upton.
The funeral took place at Stanton Parish Church on Sunday, […]
Newport & Market Drayton Advertiser, Fri 31 Dec 1948, page 4.
Note: More from this report held on file. Also reported in Shrewsbury Chronicle, 31 Dec 1948, page 4. Added Sep 2026.
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1949
WATERS UPTON. […]
LATE MR. R. GRIFFITHS.—The death occurred on Feb. 23, at his home, The Stores, of Mr. Robert Griffiths, at the age of 66, after a long illness. Mr. Griffiths was a native of Trefonen, Oswestry, and came to reside at Waters Upton about 14 years ago, […] The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Sunday, […]
Wellington Journal, Sat 5 Mar 1949, page 6.
Note: Full report held on file. Updated Sep 2026.
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Waters Upton One-Place Study 