OBITUARY

New Zealand Tablet, 6 May 1915, Page 43

OBITUARY

MRS. ANN DILLON, BLACKSTONE HILL. There died at Home Hills, Blackstone Hill, on Sunday, April 25, Mrs. Ann Dillon aged 81 years. During her last illness she was attended by Rev. Father O’Dea, and died fortified by all the rites of the Church. The deceased, who had resided in the district for half a century, as widely known for her sterling good qualities, her generosity, and filling help in all cases of illness and distress. Genuine sorrow was felt when it became known that she had passed away after a short illness. She was hurried at St. Bathans on Wednesday, April 28, where Mass was celebrated for the repose of her soul. The respect in which she was held was testified to by the large number of people who came from 9-11 .parts to attend the funeral, which was the largest ever seen in the district. Rev. Father O’Dea officiated at the graveside.—R.l.P.