ANN HAMER
Ann Hamer, David’s sister was born c1845 at Talgarth Mill and as I have already wriiten, brought up with David by her Grandparents at Bryndderwen where she lived until at least 1901. The spelling of her name varies from Ann to Anne depending on which document you are look at. She married John Griffiths in the Qtr of Oct-Nov-Dec in the District of Newtown, probably at Trefeglwys. Source: BMD Marriage Index Vol: 11b, page 397.
On the 1881 census she was aged 36, listed as niece and farmers wife, her husband John aged 39, listed as nephew-in-law and Farmer’s Assistant. At that time they had, two children William aged 8 and Hannah Ann aged 6. William Evans, Ann’s uncle was head of the family the household had two servants. Source: RGH/5482
The 1891 census lists John Griffiths as head of the family and Farmer. Ann aged 46, as Farmers Wife, William aged 18, Hannah Anne aged 16 and since the last census Ann had given birth to another son Edward who was aged 9. One of the questions on this census asked which language they spoke. They answered both for all of them. Source: RG12/4590
John Griffiths died 2nd January, 1898 aged 58 years, and is buried at St Michaels. Source: MR/MI/60 On the 1901 census Ann aged 56 is shown as mother and widow. Her son Edward aged 19, is Head of the family, which must have been a heavy responsibility for some one so young. At this time, I have no further information on the Griffiths.
The following Obituary published in the Montgomery Express on 7th December 1920, page 4, column 7, for David Hamer. My thanks to Margaret of Powys.gov.uk for finding and sending me a photocopy.
CAERSWS
The death of Mr. David Hamer, Moat Farm, Caersws, occurred on Thursday, November 18th. The deceased gentleman had been in indifferent health for some years past, but was able to go about his usual duties until within a fortnight of his death. The end came after suffering with much fortitude and patience. The following Monday, a large number of relatives and friends came to pay their last tribute of respect to one highly esteemed by all who knew him. The Rev Richard Morgan, of Trefeglwys, and the Rev J. Fisher Griffiths, Caersws, officiated at the house. Then the cortge wended its way towards Carno Church. The Vicar the Rev M Richards and the Revs J. Fisher Griffiths and John Williams, M.C., Carno took part in church and at the graveside. Mr. Hamer was a faithful member and class leader in the Wesleyan Church, Caersws, and also in Carno Wesleyan Church, for may years previous to his removal to Moat Farm, about two years ago. he also served the public, as a member of the Board of Guardians. Of a retiring and unassuming disposition, he nevertheless, spoke and worked with a purpose whenever the necessity arose to do so. He leaves a widow, five sons and six daughters to mourn the loss of a worthy husband and wise councillor and faithful father.
Montgomeryshire Express Tuesday 24th May 1927
The obituary for Sarah Hamer appeared in the above paper and reads:
“WE REGRET to record the death of Mrs. David Hamer, 16 New Road, widow of the late Mr. David Hamer, Moat Farm, and formerly of Tymawr, at the age of 77. Deceased had been in ill-health for some time, and passed away on Saturday evening week. She had resided in the town for the last four years, after the death of her husband. Deceased was a member of the Welsh C.M. Chapel, and was highly respected and well known. She is survived by five sons and four daughters. The funeral, a private one, took place on Wednesday afternoon, interment being made at Carno parish church. The Rev. W.R. Jones officiated at the house, and the Revs. J. Williams and W.R. Jones at the grave.”
The obituary then lists the mourners. The bearers were Messrs. J. Morris, J. Evans, J. Francis and D. Evans.
My thanks to Mal for sending a photocopy of the above obituary. The information in the obituary shows where members of the family lived in 1927. It also shows that Sarah was survived by five sons and four daughters whereas her husband’s obituary stated that he was surivived by five sons and six daughters.
Border Counties Advertizer 13th April 1949
HAMER – On April 8th, at 51 Roft Street, Oswestry, Sarah, beloved wife of William Hamer, in her 77th year.
Oswestry & Border Counties Advertizer 20/4/1949
MRS. W. HAMER, OSWESTRY
The death of Mrs. Sarah Hamer, wife of Mr. W. Hamer, 51 Roft Street, Oswestry, occurred at her home on April 9th, at the age of 76 years. A daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. R. Jones, Mynffordd, Carno, she married Mr. Hamer 53 years ago. She came to Oswestry half-a-century ago and associated herself with the activities of Seion Welsh Presbyterian Church, of which she was a member up to the time of her death. For many years, Mrs. Hamer was a member of Oswestry Welsh Society, and identified herself with the temperance movement and missionary work of the church. She leaves a husband, four sons and four daughters to mourn her loss.
The funeral took place at Oswestry on Tuesday week, and the officiating ministers were the Rev. S.E. Morris and the Rev. J. Price Williams. The burial in the grounds of Seion Church was preceded by a service at Seion church, and the organist was Mrs. G.T. Williams. The article then goes on to list the mourners, bearers and floral tributes too many to list. Note: There is a discrepancy between the date of death in the notice and that of the funeral report.
| FUNERAL OF MR. W. HAMER – Oswestry & Border Counties Advertizer 30/11/1960 |
The funeral of Mr. William Hamer aged 90 of 51 Roft Street Oswestry whose death was reported in last Saturday’s issue, took place on Friday. Services at Oswald Road Presbyterian Church and Sion Churchyard where conducted by Rev. J. Price Williams, Mr. H. Stoddart was the organist. Mourners and wreaths too many to mention. Bearers were Messrs. D.H. Harris, H. Stokes, D. Edwards and J. Davies. I only mention this as D.H. Harris was my dad. Donations were given to Oswald Road Church.
My thanks to the staff of Oswestry library for finding and sending the last two obituaries.
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