George BARRETT was born on the 16th January, 1825, in Liverpool, NSW. His parents were WILLIAM BARRETT & ELIZABETH CROFT.

George BARRETT died on the 22nd February, 1911, in "Inglewood" near Adaminaby, NSW. He was buried on the 24th February, 1911, in the Old Adaminaby Cemetery, NSW Church of England section.

George BARRETT married Miss Ann Jackson ARUNDELL who was born on the 12th August, 1831, in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England. They married on the 30th November, 1847, in the St. Mary's Church of England Cabramatta, NSW

1. Mary Jane BARRETT b: 6 Oct 1848 in St Leonards, NSW

2. Florence Emerline BARRETT b: 9 Aug 1850 in Adaminaby, NSW

3. Elizabeth Anne BARRETT b: 5 Sep 1852 in Adaminaby, NSW

4. Emily BARRETT married Mr James POWER on the 10th June, 1873, in Adaminaby, NSW.

5. Sarah BARRETT b: 27 Sep 1855 in Adaminaby, NSW

6. Louisa BARRETT b: 23 May 1859 in Adaminaby, NSW

7. George Thomas BARRETT b: 25 May 1861 in Adaminaby, NSW c: 23 Jul 1861 in Adaminaby, NSW

8. Henry Charles BARRETT b: 22 Sep 1863 in Cooma, NSW

9. Agnes Amelia BARRETT b: 26 Dec 1865 in "Bolairo" near Adaminaby, NSW

10. Selina Alice BARRETT b: 30 Aug 1868 in Adaminaby, NSW

11. Charles Frederick BARRETT b: 20 Mar 1871 in Adaminaby, NSW

12. Alice BARRETT b: 10 Mar 1874 in Cooma, NSW

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•Occupation: Grazier •Religion: Church of England •Note: From Transcription of entry on NSW Registry of Deaths. Date of Death: 22 FEB 1911 Place of Death: INGLEWOOD, ADAMINABY Name: GEORGE BARRETT Occupation: GRAZIER Sex: MALE Age: 87 Cause of Death: ASCITES, CANCER OF STOMACH, DEPOSITS IN LARGE BOWEL Duration: 2 WEEKS, 2 YEARS Medical Attendant: E. RAMSDEN, 19 FEB Father: WILLIAM BARRETT Father's Occupation: GRAZIER Mother-Maiden Name: ELIZABETH CROFT Informant: H.C. BARRETT, INGLEWOOD When Buried: 24 FEB 1911 Where: CHURCH OF ENGLAND, ADAMINABY Undertaker: WILLIAM THORNTON Minister: J.F.C. ASHWORTH Religion: CHURCH OF ENGLAND Witnesses: A. BARRETT, JAMES MACKAY Where born: MINTO, NSW Place Married: DENHAM COURT, LIVERPOOL, NSW Age at Marriage: 23 Spouse: ANN J. ARUNDELL Children of Marriage: MARY J 62, ELIZABETH 58, EMILY 56, SARAH 54, LOUISA 51, HENRY C 47, AGNES A 45, SELINA 42, CHARLES F 36, LIVING 1 MALE 2 FEMALES DECEASED

The Monaro Mercury, Feb. 22, 1911. The death of Mr. George Barrett of Inglewood, Adaminaby, at the residence of his son Mr. Hy.C. Barrett. The deceased was born at Liverpool N.S.W. arrived on the Monaro 76 years ago, originally to Bolaro then to Inglewood, he purchased the first crown land sold at Adaminaby 39 years ago in 1872, he carried on grazing and farming with success. Mr. Barrett was attended to in his illness by Dr. Ramsden, of Adaminaby. He leaves a widow of 80 years of age and daughters :- Mesdames Thos Hyles of Bungendore, G. Mackay, J. Powell, A. Watkins, A. Glugston, T. Eldridge and sons Hy and Charles of Adaminaby. A noted horseman had to take cows 9 miles to grass. When Mr. Barrett arrived there were only two buildings in Cooma; Buried at Adaminaby, the Rev. J.F.C. Ashworth officiated and William Thornton of Cooma was the undertaker. He leaves 62 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren, he had a family of 12 of whom 9 are living; Two daughters and one son predeceased him, his first child died of exposure at Bolaro when 2½ years old, he had six sisters and two brothers, Alexander of Adaminaby and John of Tumit.

OBITUARY LATE MR. GEORGE BARRETT In a recent issue it was reported the death of Mr. George Barrett of Inglewood, Adaminaby, and which occurred from senile decay on 22nd February at the residence of Mr. H.C. Barrett. The deceased, who was conscious up to the hour of his death, was born at Liverpool, New South Wales, and arrived in the Monaro district 76 years ago. He originally came to Bolairo, and has since resided at Inglewood, having purchased the first Crown Land offered for sale at Adaminaby 39 years ago. The deceased carried on grazing and farming with much success, and as a farmer made a reputation in this district. He enjoyed splendid health and until the last three months had not required a doctor or complained of feeling ill. He was attended by Dr. Ramsden of Adaminaby, and the cause of death was senile decay. Mr. Barrett was quite conscious up to the time of his peaceful end, and referred to various matters which particularly concerned him. His disposition sought a quite life and gained for him much respect, and the many kindnesses extended to residents of Monaro made his name a household word. He leaves a widow who has reached four-score years and is enjoying excellent health. His daughters are :- Mesdames Thomas Hyles, Bungendore, G. Mackay, J. Power, A. Watkins, John Watkins, A Clugston and T. Eldridge, of Adaminaby; his sons being Messrs. H.C. and Charles Barrett, both of Adaminaby. In his day Mr. Barrett was a great horseman and stockrider, and he showed great proficiency with the stock whip. Mr. Barrett recollected the growth of Cooma and its progress, and when he came to Cooma there existed only two buildings. In 1840, Mr. Barrett had to take cows 9 miles to find grass to save their lives, no water being procurable nearer than the Murrumbidgee River, many miles distant. The funeral took place on the 24th February, the remains being brought from Inglewood to Adaminaby, and placed in the Church of England Portion of the burial ground were a short service was held. The Rev. J.F.C. Ashworth preached the burial service, a large congregation having assembled. The preacher spoke of the good qualities of the deceased, remarking that it must be a pleasure to his numerous friends to note the esteem and respect in which the deceased was held by the residents of the district. Mr. Thornton of Cooma had charge of the funeral arrangements, which were satisfactorily carried out. The coffin was inscribed with the name of the deceased, date of death and age, and bore the inscription "Father at rest." The coffin was a beautiful polished ceder one with silver mountings. Numerous wreaths were placed on the coffin and all the members of the family were present at the graveside. Mr. H.C. Barrett superintended the arrangements. Mr. Barrett was considered a great general in stock matters and up to a recent date, notwithstanding his years, could identify stock quickly, his eyesight being excellent, thus enabling him to recognise colors The deceased leaves 63 grandchildren and 54 great-grandchildren. There were 12 children in his family nine of whom are living; Two daughters and one son having died. The deceased was buried beside the grave of the latter. his second child died from exposure in the bush at Bolairo when only 2½ years of age. Deceased had six sisters and two brothers, the latter being Mr. Alexander Barrett of Adaminaby and John Barrett of Tumut.

from the Advocate date not recorded. He was buried on 24 Feb 1911 in Adaminaby Old Cemetery, Adaminaby, NSW, Australia. He was married to Ann Jackson ARUNDELL (daughter of Thomas ARUNDELL and Sarah WOOD) on 30 Nov 1847 in St. Mary's Denham Court, Co. of Cumberland, NSW Australia. Married by banns with consent of parents. Witnesses: Sarah ARUNDELL of Liverpool NSW & Thomas ARUNDELL of Liverpool NSW.