Martha Wesley
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| Headstone Information | |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 15 September 1903 |
| Age at Death | 84 years |
| Additional Names | Robert Henry Wesley |
| Transcription | In Loving Memory of Robert Henry Wesley France (Mons) 1914-1918. Beloved husband of Martha. Loved father of Sylvia, Irene, Hazel, Florence and Robert. Died 1 October 1977 Aged 85 years. In loving memory of Martha Wesley nee Vespermann. Beloved wife of Robert and mother of his five children. Died 7 April 1987 Aged 84 years. |
Early Life
Martha Wesley (nee Vespermann) was born on 15 September 1903 in Northam, Western Australia. Martha was the daughter of Henry Vespermann and Sarah Jane Vespermann (nee Jacob).
Marriage
Martha married Robert Henry Wesley on 5 March 1932 at the Roleystone Congregational Church Roleystone. Robert and Martha had five children, Sylvia, Irene, Hazel, Florence and Robert.
Electoral Rolls
According to the electoral roll in 1925 and 1968 Martha and Robert lived at Roleystone. In 1977 they lived at 122 Brookton Highway, Roleystone.
Community Involvement
Martha was involved with the Roleystone Choral and Dramatic Society and the Congregational Church Ladies Guild. Martha was a very keen gardener and won many prizes at the Kelmscott Agricultural Show. Martha also loved dancing.
Death
Martha died on 7 April 1987 at the age of 84 years.
Other Notes
In April 1945 a letter was sent to Armadale/Kelmscott Road Board advising that her land adjoining the Roleystone Hall was not for sale - referring to Roleystone Tennis Courts.