Francis Clyde JOHNSON [8980]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 10 Feb 1906 - Whitton, NSW. Australia 5564
Christening:
Death: 2 Dec 1985 - Hay, NSW, Australia ( at age 79) 5564
Burial:
Events
1. LifeSketch: Name JOHNSON, FRANCIS CLYDE
Service Australian Army
Service Number NX35517
Date of Birth 10 Feb 1906
Place of Birth WHITTON, NSW
Date of Enlistment 21 Jun 1940
Locality on Enlistment BOOLIGAL, NSW
Place of Enlistment WAGGA WAGGA, NSW
Next of Kin .
2. Military Service: Private NX35517, 21 Jun 1940, Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia.
Spouses and Children
1. *Sarah Catherine McKINNON [8961] (1912 - Abt 1996)
Marriage: 1937 - Hay, NSW, Australia 5565
Status:
Children:
1. Francis William JOHNSON 3691 [11608] (1938-2016)
Francis William JOHNSON [11608]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 8 Mar 1938 - Hay, NSW, Australia 3691
Christening:
Death: 31 Aug 2016 - Sydney, NSW, Australia ( at age 78) 3691
Burial:
Parents
Father: Francis Clyde JOHNSON [8980] (1906-1985)
Mother: Sarah Catherine McKINNON [8961] (1912-Abt 1996)
Spouses and Children
1. *Janice Lyle DICKINSON [11814] (6 Jun 1938 - 11 Sep 2012) 3690
Marriage: 16 Jan 1965 - Brighton, Vic, Australia 3690
Status:
Frederick Arthur JOHNSON [6445]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1900 - Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, England
Christening:
Death: 6 Mar 1972 - Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England ( at age 72)
Cremation: 9 Mar 1972 - Kettering Crematorium, Kettering, Northamptonshire, England 5566
Parents
Father: John Henry JOHNSON [1527] (Abt 1862-1947)
Mother: Ellen (Nellie) MILLER [1526] (Abt 1860-1937)
Genevieve Louise JOHNSON [1662]
Sex: F
Parents
Father: Colin Mathew JOHNSON [1660]
Mother: Eve Lillith BLACKWELL [1615] (1943-2001)
Gresham Law JOHNSON [4242]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1 Oct 1903 - Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England 5567,5568
Christening:
Death: 19 Nov 1975 - Warragul, Victoria, Australia ( at age 72) 5568,5569
Burial: in Bunyip, Vic, Australia 5568
Spouses and Children
1. *Stella Rose BARNETT [4243] (1910 - 27 Nov 1998)
Marriage:
Status:
Children:
1. Colin Mathew JOHNSON [1660]
2. Jennifer Rose JOHNSON [1645] (1944-1983)
Gresham Michael Colin JOHNSON [1661]
Sex: M
Parents
Father: Colin Mathew JOHNSON [1660]
Mother: Eve Lillith BLACKWELL [1615] (1943-2001)
Spouses and Children
1. *Patricia LYNCH [14396]James William JOHNSON [6442]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1890 - Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, England 1459
Christening: 3 Aug 1890 - Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, England 5570
Death: 11 Dec 1967 - Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England ( at age 77)
Cremation: 15 Dec 1967 - Kettering Crematorium, Kettering, Northamptonshire, England 5571
Parents
Father: John Henry JOHNSON [1527] (Abt 1862-1947)
Mother: Ellen (Nellie) MILLER [1526] (Abt 1860-1937)
Jennifer Rose JOHNSON [1645]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 30 Jul 1944 - Bunyip, Vic, Australia
Christening:
Death: 31 Oct 1983 - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ( at age 39) 5572
Burial: 2 Nov 1983 - Bunyip, Vic, Australia 5572,5573
Events
1. Residence: 1944-1965, Bunyip, Vic, Australia.
2. Residence: Government Road, 1965-1973, Garfield, Vic, Australia.
3. Residence: 42 Garfield Road,, 1973-1983, Garfield, Vic, Australia.
4. Obituary: Herald Sun Newspaper, 1 Nov 1983, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Herald Sun November 1 1983
BLACKWELL (Johnson) On Oct 31 at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Jennifer Rose Kate). Late of 42 Garfield Road. Garfield. Dearly loved wife of Cliff. Loved daughter of Stella and the late Chris Johnson of Bunyip. Loved Sister of Noel and Lurlene, DOreen, Barbara and Les, Joe and Beryl, Colin and Eve. Loved daughter-in-law of the late Thea Fenn (nee Blackewll). Loved sister-in-law of Pax and Ken, Pearl and Jim, Geoff and Nancye, Alan and Val, Beryl and Don. Aged 39 years A wonderful wife, safe in God's care.
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose (nee Johnson). Oct 31. Loving youngest daughter of Chris (dec.) and Stella Johnson, Loved sister of Noel, Doreen, Barbara, Joe and Colin. Always in our hearts.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose. On Oct. 31. Loved sister of Chris (Joe) and Beryl. Loved and loving aunt of Ken and Michele, Sharon, Darrell and Craig. Happy memories.
BLACKWELL - Jenny. Dearly loved sister-in-law of Beryl and Don, aunt of Belinda, Sherry and GLenn. Sadly missed. Always remembered and loved.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose. Loved sister-in-law of Pearl and Jim Madden, loved aunt of Michelle, Christopher and Leonnie, great aunt of Phillip, Daniel and Lucinda. Never forgotten.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose (Kate). Loved sister of Colin, sister-in-law of Eve Lillith, loved aunt of Gresham, Genevieve and Penelope. Always in our hearts.
BLACKWELL - Jenny. Dear sister-in-law of Val and Allan, loved auntie and pal of Greg and Andy. Happy memories.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose. Loved sister-in-law of Geoff and Nancy(e), loved aunt of Coral, Michael and Michelle, Douglas, Charmaine, Linda and Naomi.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, Oct 31, 1983. Tresured friend of Joan and Ron Nichols. We will miss you Jen, but never forget.
BLACKWELL - Jen. Passed away Oct 31. Dearly loved niece of Uncle Perce and Auntie Pum, loved cousin of Dawn, Robert, Charles and Kay and families. Loved and remembered always R.I.P.
BLACKWELL - Jenny. Passed away Oc 31. dearly loved cousin of Robert, Dawn, Brian, Dianne, Vickie and Garry (dec). Well remembered all the happy times.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, passed away Oct 31. How lucky we were and very proud too, to have had an aunty as special as you. When thoughts go back as they always do we treasure the memories we have of you. We'll miss you always. Rest in peace Aunty Jen with Pap - Love Leanne
BLACKWELL - Jen. Oct 31. Dearly loved sister of Doreen and (Sam), much loved Aunt Jen of Grahame, Sharon, Leanne and Malcolme. I'll miss you little sister.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, kind, patienet and true, what lovely memories we have of you. Rest in Peace - Grodon, June and Debbie
BLACKWELL - Jennifer. At RMH on Oct 31, loved sister of Noel, sister-in-law of Lurlene, aunty of David and Paul. David's Godmother at rest. God Bless Jen.
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose, passed away RMH. Loved sister of Pud. Sleeping peacefully - Barb, Les and family.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, loved niece of Wyn and Jim, cousin of Rae and Bill; Ian and Pauline and Lance. We'll never forget you Jen
BLACKWELL - Jenny, on Oct 31. Loved sister-in-law of Pax and Ken, loved aunt of Peter, Helen and family - sadly missed.
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose. Loved niece of Phyl and the late Wall. Sleep peaefully my Katie.
BLACKWELL - Jenny on Oct 31 1983. Loved niee - Paul, Alma and family, sadly missed.
BLACKWELL - Jenny on Ot 31, 1983. Happy memories of our dear friend and fellow golfer, R.I.P. Jen - Val Wilson and Joyce Bourchier (Trafalgar).
BLACKWELL - (Johnson) - Jenny, you were the only real friend I had - Jean.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) The funeral of the late Mrs Jennifer Rose (Kate) Blackwell, late of 42 Garfield Road, Garfield will arrive at the Bunyip Cemetery TOMORROW (Wed. Nov 2) at 2.30pm for a service at the graveside.
Herald Sun Melbourne Nov 2 1983
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose. Loved niece of Glad and Fido (dec.) cousin of Roger and Sue, Geoff and Trudie, Peter and Lynn and families. Peace, perfect peace
BLACKWELL - Jenfer at RMH Oct 31. Remembering my Aunt Jenfer - Anna banana
BLACKWELL - Jenny Oct 31 1983. Treasured memories of the music, the fun and the laughter we shared. A true friend, so sadly missed. Sincere sympathy to Cliff and Stella - Dawn and Geoff Woolfe.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, The Members and Associates of Garfield Golf Club pay tribute to a valued friend and competitor. Sadly missed, always remembered.
BLACKWELL - Je.... We'll be loving you - eternally - Woody's Wombats.
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Parents
Father: Gresham Law JOHNSON [4242] (1903-1975)
Mother: Stella Rose BARNETT [4243] (1910-1998)
Spouses and Children
1. *Clifford Arthur Bernard BLACKWELL [1612]
Notes
General:
The Gippsland Times November 18 1965
Wed at St. Thomas'
St Thomas' Church of England, Bunyip was beautifuly decorated by the Church of England Ladies Guild on November 6 for the wedding of Jennifer Rose Johnson and Clifford Arthur Bernard Blackwell.
Jennifer is the youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs L Johnson, Iona Road, Bunyip, and Clifford is the second son of Mrs T Fenn, and the late Mr. D Blackwell.
The service was conducted by Rev. Reynolds, and the organist was Mrs Hugh Pound.
Best man was Mr. C. Johnson, brother of the bride and g[r]oomsmen were Mr P Towt, nephew of the groom and Mr G. Barnett, cousin of the bride.
Jenny who was given away by her father, wore a nylon organza gown with appliqued flowers scattered from the bodice to a full train at the back, the skirt was full and the long sleeves extended to a point below the wrist.
The three tiered shoulder length tulle figured veil that she wore was sent from England by the bridges aunt.
Jennifer's bouquet consisted of a white prayer book and a trailer of lily-of-the-valley and gardenias.
Matron of honour, Mrs G Blackwell, sister-in-law of the groom and the two bridesmaids, Miss MacGibbon, niece of the bride and Miss M. Madden, niece of the groom wore identical frocks of summer pink crystal nylon over taffeta, full length frock with a straight skirt.
In their hair they had summer pink bands with white drop pearls and they carried bo[u]quets of white roses.
Their frocks were made by the grooms mother.
The bride's mother chose a mushroom pink ensemble teamed with white accessories.
A blue linen suit with shoes and bag to match was worn by the groom's mother, her access[o]ries were in pink.
At a reception held in the Church of England Hall pride of place was taken by the beautiful wedding cake made by Mr Atkinson of Bunyip.
To travel Jennifer chose a teal blue ensemble with white accessories and a gardenia shoulder spray.
The couple went on a touring honeymoon and will make their future home in Garfield.
The Warragul Gazette - Nov 23 1965 page 23
Miss Jennifer Rose Johnson, of Iona Rd., Bunyip wore a shoulder length 3 tiered figured tulle veil sent from England for her wedding to Mr Clifford Bernard Arthur [Arthur Bernard] Blackwell, on November 6.
The veil, sent to her by an aunt, highlighted her white nylon organza gown with appliqued flowers scattered from the bodie to the full train, and with sleeves which extended to a point above the wrists.
A trail bouquet of lily-of-the-valley and gardenias was tied to a prayer book which che carried.
The bride, the youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs G R Johnson was attended by Mrs Mary [Nancye] Blackwell as matron-of-honour and her bridesmaids were Miss Machelle [Michele] Madden and Miss Ann MacGibbon.
The groom is the second son of Mrs T. Fern [Fenn] of Garfield Road, Garfield ad the late Mr D. Blackwell.
Best man was Mr Colin Johnson, and groomsmen were Messrs Peter Towt and Geoff Barnett.
The ceremony, which was conducted in St. Thomas' Church of England, Bunyip, by the Rev. A Johnson, was followed by a reception in the church hall.
The matron-of-honor and bridesmaids wore frocks of summer pink crystal nylon over taffeta, with scooped necklines and semi-straight full-length skirts with which white accessories were teamed.
A band of material matching her frock was worn by each bridesmaid to suport her high hair style.
Each carried a trail bouquet of white roses.
The bride's mother wore a mushroom pink ensemble with white accessories and an orchid should spray.
A blue linen ensemble and a pink hat and gloves were worn by the 'groom's mother.
For travelling the bride wore a teal blue nylon frock and coat with white acessories and a white gardenia orchid spray.
Mr and Mrs C.B.A. [C.A.B.] Blackwell will live at Garfield.
..........................................
Jenny was a natural left hander, but attended school at a time when left handed writing was frowned upon and discouraged. She was therefore forced to use her right hand for writing. When she was an adult she wrote letters with her right hand and ALWAYS swapped the pen to her left hand to write numbers.
Jenny was an accomplished musician who played the clarinet, saxophone and drums. In the late 60's early 70's, Cliff and Jenny formed a small band who played at local dances. Cliff played the bass guitar.
She loved camping, travelling, fishing and golf. Jenny was an accomplished golfer, who won many competitions and trophies locally. A tree was planted at the Garfield golf club in memory of Jenny following her death.
Undated Newpaper Article
Golfers battle the big wet by DI GATEHOUSE
Wet weather plagued players in the first and second round of the ountry golf teams championship played yesterday.
East Wet Gippsland leads the first division after winnint the morning and afternoon rounds at Peninsula.
It leads Gippsland-Peninsula, North Eastern and Corangamite Districts.
In the first round East-West Gippsland defeated the defending champion, Corangamite 4 1/2 to 2 1/2
In the afternoon it defeated Gippsland-Peninsula 4-3.
East-West Gippsland's nulmber one player June Pusmacans defeated Joan Fisher, 7 and 5 in the morning match against Corangamite.
Mrs Fisher, the former national champion injured her left wrist in a fall a few weeks ago, but elected to oplay in the championship.
"I don't care if I get beaten 10 and 8" Mrs Fisher said.
Corangamite rallied in the afternoon to defeat Ballarat 4 1/2 matches to 2 1/2.
CHAMPION
Mrs Puscmucans led the way by defeating Sorrento champion, Joan McWilliam 5 and 4 in the afternoon round against Gippsland-Peninsula.
She was backed by two steady players, June Woznica and my Pincott, who were playing at No 3 and No 4.
They defeated Bev Blamfield and Audrey Vine one up and three and one.
Tail ender, Jenny Blackwell defeated Mary McLaren 3 and 2 to give East-West Gippsland victory.
The Third and fourth rounds were to be played at Rosedale but heavy rain has closed the course.
The Morning round will be played at Long Island and the afternoon round will be played on the north course at Peninsula.
The Gazette Wednesday 7th September 1983
Three day handicap to Jenny Blackwell
Jenny Blackwell won the Pakenham Timber and Hardware trophy for the three day handicap even played by the Garfield golf associates with a score of 71, 72, 72; 217 nett.
The final stroke round of the 54 handicap was contested at the Garfield and District golf club on August 30.
Margaret Payne won the runner-up trophy with 75, 74, 80; 229.
It was a dual win for Jenny Blackwell as she also took off the medal, layed in conjunction with the final day.
Nancy Upton won the putting competition with 32 putts and Anne Ford was nearest the pin.
The associates will hold a luncheon and fashion parade in the clubhouse on Wednesday September 14, commencing at 12 noon. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The Gazette (Warragul??? ) 23 November 1983
A tribute to Jenny
The following moving tribute was written to Mrs Jenny Blackwell who passed away on Ocober 31st, by associates of the Garfield Golf Club.
"Jenny joined Garfield Golf Club in 1973. She had a handicap of 31, which she may have gained at Drouin. By 1976 she was down to 14, and won her first championship.
She was Club Champion in 1976, 1979, 1981, 1982 and 1983.
She won the 54 Hole Handicap event twice, and won her first Medal in September 1983. Jenny was very excited about winning a medal.
She was also Club Champion of Drouin, nd a member of country teams at least twice. When Jenny wasn't in the team, she still followed them very closely, giving her support and not losing interest because she was not a member of the team.
Jenny took the position of Club Champion very seriously and attended as many clubs s she possibly could. Although not a regular player because of work and other commitments, she not once let the pennant team down.
She spent many hours teaching new players. She was always pleasant and had a cherry wave across the fairway, Jenny always treated everyone as her equal. Her life was not measured by the years she lived, but her quality of life.
Members of the Club will not forget their Jenny"
The Gazette, Wednesday 30th November 1983
Guard of Honour for Jennifer
Golfing associates travelled long distances from golf clubs around Victoria to form a guard of honour at the funeral of Jennifer Rose Blackwell.
Jennifer passed away at the Royal Melbourne Hospital on Monday 31st at the age of 39 years.
A large crowd gathered for a graveside service conducted by the Anglican Vicar, the Rev. J Arch at the Bunyip Lawn Cemetery.
Jennifer, who was born at Bunyip, was the youngest of a familly of six born to Mrs Stella Johnson and the late Chris Johnson.
In November 1965, she married Clifford Blackwell of Garfield.
Jenny was a popular figure in many fields. She was a gifted musician, playing saxophone, clarinet and drums, and played at many dances and concerts in the district.
CLUB CHAMPION
She was also a keen folger. Jenny was at various times Golf Champion at both Drouin and Garfield golf clubs and is the current Garfield Champion. The championship was presented posthumously.
Herald Sun November 1 1983
BLACKWELL (Johnson) On Oct 31 at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Jennifer Rose ( Kate). Late of 42 Garfield Road. Garfield. Dearly loved wife of Cliff. Loved daughter of Stella and the late Chris Johnson of Bunyip. Loved Sister of Noel and Lurlene, Doreen, Barbara and Les, Joe and Beryl, Colin and Eve. Loved daughter-in-law of the late Thea Fenn (nee Blackwell). Loved sister-in-law of Pax and Ken, Pearl and Jim, Geoff and Nancye, Alan and Val, Beryl and Don. Aged 39 years. A wonderful wife, safe in God's care.
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose (nee Johnson). Oct 31. Loving youngest daughter of Chris (dec.) and Stella Johnson, Loved sister of Noel, Doreen, Barbara, Joe and Colin. Always in our hearts.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose. On Oct. 31. Loved sister of Chris (Joe) and Beryl. Loved and loving aunt of Ken and Michele, Sharon, Darrell and Craig. Happy memories.
BLACKWELL - Jenny. Dearly loved sister-in-law of Beryl and Don, aunt of Belinda, Sherry and Glenn. Sadly missed. Always remembered and loved.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose. Loved sister-in-law of Pearl and Jim Madden, loved aunt of Michelle, Christopher and Leonnie, great aunt of Phillip, Daniel and Lucinda. Never forgotten.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose (Kate). Loved sister of Colin, sister-in-law of Eve Lillith, loved aunt of Gresham, Genevieve and Penelope. Always in our hearts.
BLACKWELL - Jenny. Dear sister-in-law of Val and Allan, loved auntie and pal of Greg and Andy. Happy memories.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) - Jennifer Rose. Loved sister-in-law of Geoff and Nancy(e), loved aunt of Coral, Michael and Michelle, Douglas, Charmaine, Linda and Naomi.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, Oct 31, 1983. Treasured friend of Joan and Ron Nichols. We will miss you Jen, but never forget.
BLACKWELL - Jen. Passed away Oct 31. Dearly loved niece of Uncle Perce and Auntie Pum, loved cousin of Dawn, Robert, Charles and Kay and families. Loved and remembered always R.I.P.
BLACKWELL - Jenny. Passed away Oct 31. dearly loved cousin of Robert, Dawn, Brian, Dianne, Vickie and Garry (dec). Well remembered all the happy times.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, passed away Oct 31. How lucky we were and very proud too, to have had an aunty as special as you. When thoughts go back as they always do we treasure the memories we have of you. We'll miss you always. Rest in peace Aunty Jen with Pap - Love Leanne
BLACKWELL - Jen. Oct 31. Dearly loved sister of Doreen and (Sam), much loved Aunt Jen of Grahame, Sharon, Leanne and Malcolme. I'll miss you little sister.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, kind, patient and true, what lovely memories we have of you. Rest in Peace - Gordon, June and Debbie
BLACKWELL - Jennifer. At RMH on Oct 31, loved sister of Noel, sister-in-law of Lurlene, aunty of David and Paul. David's Godmother at rest. God Bless Jen.
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose, passed away RMH. Loved sister of Pud. Sleeping peacefully - Barb, Les and family.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, loved niece of Wyn and Jim, cousin of Rae and Bill; Ian and Pauline and Lance. We'll never forget you Jen
BLACKWELL - Jenny, on Oct 31. Loved sister-in-law of Pax and Ken, loved aunt of Peter, Helen and family - sadly missed.
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose. Loved niece of Phyl and the late Wall. Sleep peacefully my Katie.
BLACKWELL - Jenny on Oct 31 1983. Loved niece - Paul, Alma and family, sadly missed.
BLACKWELL - Jenny on Oct 31, 1983. Happy memories of our dear friend and fellow golfer, R.I.P. Jen - Val Wilson and Joyce Bourchier (Trafalgar).
BLACKWELL - (Johnson) - Jenny, you were the only real friend I had - Jean.
BLACKWELL (Johnson) The funeral of the late Mrs Jennifer Rose (Kate) Blackwell, late of 42 Garfield Road, Garfield will arrive at the Bunyip Cemetery TOMORROW (Wed. Nov 2) at 2.30pm for a service at the graveside.
Herald Sun Melbourne Nov 2 1983
BLACKWELL - Jennifer Rose. Loved niece of Glad and Fido (dec.) cousin of Roger and Sue, Geoff and Trudie, Peter and Lynn and families. Peace, perfect peace
BLACKWELL - Jenfer at RMH Oct 31. Remembering my Aunt Jenfer - Anna banana
BLACKWELL - Jenny Oct 31 1983. Treasured memories of the music, the fun and the laughter we shared. A true friend, so sadly missed. Sincere sympathy to Cliff and Stella - Dawn and Geoff Woolfe.
BLACKWELL - Jenny, The Members and Associates of Garfield Golf Club pay tribute to a valued friend and competitor. Sadly missed, always remembered.
BLACKWELL - Jen.... We'll be loving you - eternally - Woody's Wombats.
I received a message from Malcolm Rigby in February 2025, the son of Jenny's sister Doreen. Malcolm wanted to share his story of Jenny's death here.
The following story is well known in the Rigby family, but not to the wider relations of Aunt Jen.
The events are recorded as true and correct. I offer it so it may be shared with others and they can be comforted in the way she died as the experience comforted me.
Psychic connection with the death of my favourite Aunt Jennifer, 31st Oct 1983, I loved her very much.
Herald Sun November 1 1983 Death notice <https://jones3995.tripod.com/our_big_tree_pedigree/1645.htm>
BLACKWELL (Johnson) On Oct 31 at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Jennifer Rose Kate). Late of 42 Garfield Road. Garfield. Dearly loved wife of Cliff. Loved daughter of Stella and the late Chris Johnson of Bunyip. Loved Sister of Noel and Lurlene, Doreen, Barbara and Les, Joe and Beryl, Colin and Eve. Loved daughter-in-law of the late Thea Fenn (nee Blackwell). Loved sister-in-law of Pax and Ken, Pearl and Jim, Geoff and Nancye, Alan and Val, Beryl and Don. Aged 39 years. A wonderful wife, safe in God's care.
On 29th of Oct 1983 I was asleep in my barracks in HMCS Stadacona, Halifax Nova Scotia. I was an exchange Submariner part of HMCS Ojibwa's ships company and 17,582 Km from Bunyip. We were to leave port the next morning and go on a NATO patrol in the North Atlantic, (see analysis1).
I had a dream of Aunt Jen that night. It was a vivid dream and in colour. I saw Aunt Jen's face and she was trying to say something to me, but struggled to get the words out. Her face was strange to me, one side had loose skin with an eye drooping like a Salvador Dalí painting. She spoke like you would if you had your jaw numbed by a dentist. I kept asking what was wrong and I got this feeling of pain in my head. Then without warning the whole scene went bright white and Aunt Jen's face was as clear as I remember with her smiling at me. She said "that's better now, no more pain. I'm happy, don't cry". With that, her image drifted away and up until it was all white.
I woke immediately and was really disturbed by the dream and how clear it was to me, even now after all these years. It was early morning in Halifax, 31st Oct and late evening 1st Nov in Melbourne. I rang Mum (Doreen Rigby) from a pay phone (no mobile phones back then). On pick up by Mum, I asked "was everything OK at home?". I didn't want to mention the dream in case it had some truth to it. Mum responded, "I have been trying to send a message through the Navy to you. Your Aunt Jenny died yesterday. She had a massive stroke and they couldn't do anything for her". Wow, it hit me like cold water shock. I cried and mumbled a bit about the dream, but I had to ring off, I was running out of money and it all became a bit of a blur.
I slow walked down to the boat (Ojibwa) holding my emotions in check. Not long onboard I was called to the wardroom by the Captain. He showed me a signal from Australia via HMAS Waratah in Washington DC, to notify me that my Aunt had died. Mum had got her message through just before I rang. LtCMD Nicolson had empathy for me, he could see the news was upsetting and asked if I wanted to stay ashore. I said, "no there was nothing that could be done now, I'm better off working". But I thought of that dream and Aunt Jen's words and although sad I felt comforted and strengthened by that experience. Little did I know how I would have to rely on that feeling during this patrol.
On my return to Australia, 6 months later, I went to see Nan (Stella) in Bunyip (April 1984) and told her the story, one to one. She cried, she smiled, we hugged and she thanked me. I loved Nan just as much, I wanted her to know Jen (Kate) was happy and I believe had no pain at the time of her death.
My Aunty Jen loved me unconditionally and I loved her. I believe she is safe in God's care. Our loved ones are never gone, if their name is spoken by the living they instantly return to life. I have thought of her often over the years, I hope those who loved her as I did also gain comfort from this story. I visit the cemetery from time to time.
1Boomers, Draggers and Black Boxes: The Operational Legacy of Canada's Oberon Class Submarines, 1983-1998 by Michael Whitby The Northern Mariner/le marin du nord, XXIII No. 4, (October 2013), 367-398.
Jody Alexander JOHNSON [2717]
Sex: M
Parents
Father:
Mother: Penelope Sue JOHNSON [1663]
John Henry JOHNSON [1527]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: Abt 1862 - Stratford on Avon, Warwickshire, England
Christening:
Death: Mar Q 1947 - Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England ( aged about 85) 1459
Burial:
Parents
Father: William JOHNSON [6447] ( - )
Mother: Emma [—?—] [6448] ( - )
Spouses and Children
1. *Ellen (Nellie) MILLER [1526] (Abt 1860 - Jun Q 1937)
Marriage: Sep 1885 - Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England
Status:
Children:
1. Charles Henry JOHNSON [6441] (1887-1968)
2. James William JOHNSON [6442] (1890-1967)
3. Florence Emma JOHNSON [6443] (Abt 1892-1979)
4. Ethel Maud JOHNSON [6444] (1894- )
5. JOHNSON [6446] ( -Bef 1911)
6. Frederick Arthur JOHNSON [6445] (1900-1972)
Mary JOHNSON [5889]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date:
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Spouses and Children
1. *George ORTON [970] ( - )
Marriage:
Status:
Children:
1. Arthur ORTON [5882] (1825-1857)
2. John ORTON [972] (1827-1865)
May F JOHNSON [13549]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 15 May 1897
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Spouses and Children
1. *Francis Clarence SIMMONS [13542] (17 Feb 1898 - 24 Mar 1966)
Marriage: Apr 1920 - Hardingstone, Northamptonshire, England
Status:
Children:
1. Albert C SIMMONS [14046]
Mery JOHNSON [11623]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date:
Christening:
Death:
Burial: 28 Feb 1729 - North Meols, Lancashire, England 5574
Spouses and Children
1. *Oliver WRIGHT [11616] (27 Oct 1700 - 27 Jan 1729) 18
Marriage:
Status:
Nelly JOHNSON [7781]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1907
Christening:
Death: 1988 - ( at age 81)
Burial:
Spouses and Children
1. *James Albert GRANT [7778] (16 Mar 1904 - Sep Q 1974)
Marriage: Dec 1931 - Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England
Status:
Children:
1. Mary Ellen GRANT [7782]
Penelope Sue JOHNSON [1663]
Sex: F
Parents
Father: Colin Mathew JOHNSON [1660]
Mother: Eve Lillith BLACKWELL [1615] (1943-2001)
Spouses and Children
Children:
1. Jody Alexander JOHNSON [2717]
William JOHNSON [6447]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date:
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Death:
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Spouses and Children
1. *Emma [—?—] [6448] ( - )
Marriage:
Status:
Children:
1. John Henry JOHNSON [1527] (Abt 1862-1947)
John George JOHNSTON [11824]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 15 May 1878 - Norwood, South Australia, Australia 4194
Christening:
Death: 19 May 1938 - Unley, South Australia, Australia ( at age 60) 4194
Burial:
Spouses and Children
1. *Florence Maud FLANAGAN [11821] (18 Sep 1885 - ) 4193
Marriage: 1903 - Broken Hill, NSW, Australia 4194
Status:
Margaret Mary JOHNSTON [2644]
Sex: F
Spouses and Children
1. *Kevin John HOY [2638]
Children:
1. Michael Joseph HOY [2687]
2. Marde Angelina HOY [2688]
Robert JOHNSTON [4770]
Sex: M
Spouses and Children
1. *Jacqueline Frances MANLEY [4769]Robert JOHNSTON [10950]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 28 Oct 1839 - Greenock, Renfrewshire, Scotland 5575
Christening: 6 Dec 1839 - Greenock, Renfrewshire, Scotland 5575
Death: 16 Oct 1895 - Mordialloc, Vic, Australia ( at age 55)
Burial:
Spouses and Children
1. *Sarah LITTLE [10926] (Abt 1844 - 1927) 370,371
Marriage: 18 Aug 1864 - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 5576,5577
Status:
Notes
General:
Robert's parents were William Johnston and Margaret Williamson according to his marriage certificate, his father's occupation is given as writer or waiter
JOHNSTONE [5205]
Sex: M
Spouses and Children
1. *Patricia Rose HILL [5202]
Children:
1. Kim Leanne JOHNSTONE [5206]
2. Kelvin Clint JOHNSTONE [5207]
3. Phillip JOHNSTONE [5208]
JOHNSTONE [11303]
Sex: M
Spouses and Children
1. *Carmel BANNAN [11302]Catherine Elizabeth Jane JOHNSTONE [12122]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1866 - Geelong, Vic, Australia
Christening:
Death: 1904 - Hazelwood, Vic, Australia ( at age 38)
Burial:
Spouses and Children
1. *John MORRELL [12121] (1863 - 1935)
Marriage: 1892 - , Victoria, Australia
Status:
Children:
1. Doris MORRELL [5944] (1893-1980)
2. Ivan Sinclair MORRELL [12123] (1895-1959)
3. Wilga Eileen Gladys MORRELL [12124] (1900- )
Notes
General:
According to a newspaper report Catherine died from pleurisy. She and her husband had only recently returned from living in Western Australia.
Kelvin Clint JOHNSTONE [5207]
Sex: M
Parents
Father: JOHNSTONE [5205]
Mother: Patricia Rose HILL [5202]
Kim Leanne JOHNSTONE [5206]
Sex: F
Parents
Father: JOHNSTONE [5205]
Mother: Patricia Rose HILL [5202]
Margaret Jessie JOHNSTONE [4949]
Sex: F
Spouses and Children
1. *Harold Thomas WATTS [4948]
Children:
1. Bradley WATTS [4950]
2. Robyn WATTS [4951]
Phillip JOHNSTONE [5208]
Sex: M
Parents
Father: JOHNSTONE [5205]
Mother: Patricia Rose HILL [5202]
Adelaide Fanny Eveleen JOLLEY [8792]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1890 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5578
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Albert William JOLLEY [8793]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1886 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5579
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Annie Deborah JOLLEY [8794]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1889 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5580
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Edgar Valentine JOLLEY [8795]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1895 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5581
Christening:
Death: 1897 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia ( at age 2) 5582
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Effie Beulah Olive JOLLEY [8796]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1896 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5583
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Francis James JOLLEY [8788]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1903 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5584
Christening:
Death: 1955 - Kew, Vic, Australia ( at age 52) 5585
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Notes
General:
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957) Mon 30 May 1955 Page 12 Family Notices
JOLLEY. - On May 27. Francis James, beloved son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Jolley, loving brother of Mark, Herbert, Annie, Adelaide. Effie, and Ivy, late of South Morang.
Fred Joshua JOLLEY [8797]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1892 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5586
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Henry Edward Wallace JOLLEY [8798]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1883 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5587
Christening:
Death: 1954 - Castlemaine, Vic, Australia ( at age 71) 5588
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Spouses and Children
1. *Rosina Marie Ellen NEILSEN [11815] (1886 - 24 Feb 1941) 5589
Marriage: 1913 - , Victoria, Australia 5589
Status:
2. Clarice Lottie MOREY [11816] (1897 - 1962) 5589
Marriage: 1944 - , , Australia 5589
Status:
Herbert Jonathan JOLLEY [8799]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1893 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5590
Christening:
Death:
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Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Ivy Dorothy JOLLEY [8800]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1898 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5591
Christening:
Death:
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
John Wallis JOLLEY [9057]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1878 - Yan Yean, Victoria, Australia 5592
Christening:
Death: 1940 - Warragul, Victoria, Australia ( at age 62) 5592
Burial:
Spouses and Children
1. *Belinda Sophia STONE [9058] (1883 - )
Marriage:
Status:
Children:
1. Rose Harriet Myrtle JOLLEY [1902] (1900-1979)
Mark JOLLEY [8801]
Sex: M
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1884 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5593
Christening:
Death: 1957 - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ( at age 73) 5594
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)
Myrtle Eva JOLLEY [8802]
Sex: F
Individual Information
Birth Date: 1893 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia 5595
Christening:
Death: 1894 - Yarra Glen, Vic, Australia ( at age 1) 5596
Burial:
Parents
Father: Reuben Henry JOLLEY [3516] (1853-1926)
Mother: Mary Jane HEWITT [3506] (1862-1942)