John Joseland Madders (1864–1942)
This entry is from Obituaries Australia
There passed away at Maryborough last Saturday an old identity of Torbanlea, Mr. John Madders. He was born at Oakhampton, Devonshire. When he came out to Australia, he landed at Maryborough in the sailing boat, 'Scottish Hero.' He followed the occupation of a coal miner, working for two years at Gretna, Maitland, N.S.W, for 12 years in the Bluff. North Queensland, and for the last 50 years at Torbanlea.
He was predeceased by his wife about 12 months ago. He leaves six daughters and six sons: Mrs. V. Ross (Burrum), Mrs. D. Kerr, Mrs. J. Kerr. Mrs. S. Allan, Mrs. A Taylor (Torbanlea). Mrs. H. Linde (Booval) and Messrs. James, William, Dave, Thomas, Robert and George Madders (Torbanlea). The funeral moved from the Torbanlea Methodist Church yesterday afternoon. The Rev. A. H. Hughes held service at the church and graveside.
Original Publication
This person appears as a part of the Biographical Register of the Australian Labour Movement, 1788-1975. [View Article]
Additional Resources and Scholarship
- death notice, Maryborough Chronicle (Qld), 31 August 1942, p 2
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Madders, John Joseland
- Madders, David Glyndur (son)
- Madders, Thomas (son)
- Madders, Robert (son)
Citation details
'Madders, John Joseland (1864–1942)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://labouraustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/madders-john-joseland-31941/text39405, accessed 10 May 2025.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
1864
South Tawton,
Devon,
England
Death
29 August,
1942
(aged ~ 78)
Maryborough,
Queensland,
Australia
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