The Late Mrs Sing.

Waikato Argus, Volume XXIV, Issue 3752, 8 April 1908, Page 2

The Late Mrs Sing.

It is with feelings of deep regret that an old correspondent craves space to pen a few lines in addition to your Paterangi correspondent's remarks on the death of Mrs Sing. Mrs Sing, who was the eldest daughter of the late Mr Rollo, of Ngaruawahia, and formerly of Harapepe was born in Scotland and came to this country a little over thirty seven years ago, was married to Mr Sing and came to reside at Paterangi. That was in the days when the country was almost roadless—railways were not even thought of—and the early settlers had much to contend with. Those who came to the frontier and reduced the wilderness into smiling homesteads, must always receive a large share of credit for their energy and perseverance, and among these must be classed the departed, who during her long residence, took part in all that helped for the advancement of the district in which her lot was cast, whether it was church, school, or social gathering ; and those who had the pleasure of working with her knew how cheerfully and willingly her services weve given. Unfortunately during the two last years of her life the deceased suffered much through the loss of her eyesight, and during the last 12 months or more was totally blind. Notwithstanding this affliction, which was born with Christian fortitude, she was seldom absent from her place in Church or from social gatherings. During the last six or eight months however, rheumatism and other ailments prevented her from leaving home, and much of that time was spent in bed, and although she received the most loving attention and nursing that an affectionate family could bestow, she gradually sank and passed away, as reported, the immediate cause of death being hemorrhage of the gums. The funeral was a large one, iriends attending from far and near. The deceased lady, who had only reached the age of fifty seven years, was a good neighbour, a kind friend and an affectionate and loving wife and mother. Friends and acquaintances extend their kindest sympathy to the survivors, her husband and four sons and nine daughters. Among the latter are Mrs Robt. Oaley, Pukerimu; Mrs John Strong, Harapepe; and Mrs John Clark, Parawera. The sons are all well known and prominent footballers, and they as well as their sisters bear evidence of the faithful training in the home circle.—Communicated.