Death of Miss Jane Serpell.
It is with feelings of the deepest regret that we record the death of Miss Jane Serpell, which occurred [sic] at her residence, at Doncaster, on Tuesday night last. The deceased lady was the sister of Mr. Alfred Serpell of Box Hill, and Mr. Richard Serpell of Doncaster. As she had resided in this district for a period of thirty years, Miss Serpell had made a large circle of friends, to many of whom she was much attached. The deceased lady always took an active interest in promoting and advancing any and every Christian movement, and made it a rule of her life to do all she was able for the elevation and comfort of her fellow-creatures. She was a loving daughter, a kind and affectionate sister, and a generous friend to all in need of help. During the last three months, she has been a great sufferer—passing painful days and sleepless nights: notwithstanding that she had the very best of skill and attention. When she was in the convulsions of death she became free from pain, and retained consciousness to the last, when she passed peacefully away. Her remains were interred in the Boroondara Cemetery, on Thursday afternoon, and were followed by a large concourse of people, most of whom were immediate friends of the deceased lady. The Rev. Mr. Hollow read the Church of England service at the grave in a very [i]mpressive manner.1891 'Death of Miss Jane Serpell.', Reporter (Box Hill, Vic. : 1889 - 1918), 27 February, p. 2. , viewed 22 Feb 2018, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93196149
Jane Serpell, of Doncaster, spinster, by her will dated July 1, 1885, and presented for probate by Messrs. E. S. Anderson and Son, of Melbourne, solicitors, appointed her mother, Jane Serpell, of Doncaster, widow, sole executrix, and bequeathed to her the whole of her estate real and personal. Testatrix died February 24, 1891, and the will is sworn at £3,907 real and £6 personal. Total, £3,913.
1891 'Wills and Bequests.', Table Talk (Melbourne, Vic. : 1885 - 1939), 8 May, p. 5. , viewed 22 Feb 2018, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147284736
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