Edward Patrick McNamara 1881 - 1955

Respected Bell Resident Dies

The news of the passing of the late Edward Patrick McNamara on January 19 at Banyo, one of Bell's best known and respected citizens, was received with deep regret in the Bell district.

Although he had been sick over the past few months, his death came as a shock to relatives and friends.

Gayndah Born

He was born at Gayndah 74 years ago and was the fourth son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James McNamara, who were early pioneers in the Jandowae district.

In 1910 he married Miss Annabelle Fletcher, and they carried on mixed farming at their property "Strathgyle", Spring Flat. Mrs. McNamara pre-deceased him.

Of the marriage his son Neil ("Strathgyle") and only daughter Mary ( Mrs. Roy Dun, Moola) survive him.

Keen District Supporter

Mr. McNamara always took a keen interest in the welfare of the district, and readily gave his assistance and support. He was past president and trustee of the Bell race reserve and was a member of the Banyo Bowling Club.

Some years ago he married Miss Elsie Large of Banyo, and she and a young son, Clifford survive him.

Mt. Thompson Service

Surviving brothers and sisters are Jim (Jandowae), William (Brisbane), Frank (Jandowae), Charles (Kingaroy), and Mesdames Cherry (Gayndah) and Fontaine (Richmond). One brother Jack predeceased him.

The funeral moved to the Mt. Thompson Crematorium, where the last rights were performed by a Minister of the Methodist Church, Reverend William C. Kleindienst.

Source: Dalby Herald -  January 1955