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BIGGS FAMILY VERSION: 10 APRIL 2017

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BIGGS FAMILY NB: The following is prepared from Falkland Islands Registers and files – there may be other family born outside the Falklands. Unless stated otherwise, all dated births, deaths and marriages occurred in the Falklands and all numbered graves are in Stanley Cemetery. Various spellings of names are recorded as written at the time.

James Samuel BIGGS was born in 1806 in Portsea, Portsmouth, England to Samuel James & Jane BIGGS. James, age 18, enrolled in the Royal Sappers & Miners 4 March 1925 in Portsmouth. James, private of the Royal Sappers & Miners, was married to Margaret MARTIN 28 September 1929 after banns in the Kings Chapel, Gibraltar by J S Pering MA Chaplain to the forces. The witnesses were W Martin and Anne Davis. James served as a private for a total of 24 years and 9 days and was discharged 9 January 1849 as being unfit for further military service and admitted as an out-pensioner of the Chelsea Hospital. On discharge his pension was calculated on a service of 23 years & 362 days as he lost 12 days due to being imprisoned by sentence of a Court Marshall from 3-14 April 1936. James was recorded as being 5’8 tall with brown hair and blue eyes and age 42 and character as very good. His service abroad was in Gibraltar from July 1826 to April 1830 and from 14 December 1833 to 24 December 1837. James and Margaret arrived in the Falkland Islands (as part of Governor Moody’s party) with their four children, William, Elizabeth, Amelia and James, on the Hebe 15 January 1842. The family are listed in the 1843 census taken at Port Louis as: James BIGGS, Private Royal Sappers & Marines, from England, protestant, miner, lives in Garden

House near Government House. Margaret BIGGS, wife of James, from England, protestant, owns 2 goats, 1 pig, 1 dog William BIGGS, from England, child, protestant Elizabeth BIGGS, from England, child, protestant Amelia BIGGS, from England, child, protestant James BIGGS, from England, child, protestant The family are listed in the census of 12 October 1846 as: James BIGGS, age 41, Private Royal Sappers & Marines Margaret BIGGS, age 34 William BIGGS, age 16 Elizabeth BIGGS, age 13 Amelia BIGGS, age 8 James BIGGS, age 5 Edward BIGGS, age 2 John BIGGS, age 1 The family are listed in the 1851 census as: James BIGGS, age 44, lodging house keeper & English Margaret BIGGS, age 38, wife & English William BIGGS, age 21, carpenter & English Elizabeth BIGGS, age 17, child & English Amelia BIGGS, age 12, child & English James BIGGS, age 10, child & English Edward BIGGS, age 7, child & English John BIGGS, age 4, child & English James, age 46 and a Pensioner Royal Sappers & Miners, died 26 February 1853 from being accidentally shot and was buried 2 March 1853 in either Grave Ei395 or Ei396. Margaret, age 48 years & 6 months, died in Stanley 19 January 1861 from exhaustion and a heart complaint and was buried 22 January 1861 in either Grave Ei395 or Ei396.


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FIRST GENERATION Children of James and Margaret BIGGS: 1. William James BIGGS born circa December 1831 (not in the Falkland Islands). William was

married to Mary Ann Maria FLEMING 20 March 1852 in the Parish of the Holy Trinity by Banns by James Leith Moody, Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were James Biggs, William Shailer and Edward McMurray. Mary signed with a X. Neither James or Mary’s occupations or fathers were recorded on the marriage certificate. William, age 81 years & 6 months and a retired master shipwright, died 7 June 1913 and is buried in Grave Ei 761. Mary, age 80, died 21 September 1915 and is buried in Grave Ei 797. [Obituary FIM Dec 1915]

2. Elizabeth Jane BIGGS born circa 1834 in Gibraltar. Elizabeth was married to Charles MELVILLE 24 June 1853 in the Parish of the Holy Trinity by Banns by James Leith Moody, Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were John George Kelway and William Biggs. Charles and Elizabeth’s fathers’ names were not recorded. Elizabeth, age 29, died 20 June 1862 from consumption and was buried in Grave Ei384. Charles, age 71 and a harbour master from England died 25 October 1876 and was buried in Grave Ei385.

3. Amelia BIGGS born circa 1839 (not in the Falkland Islands). Amelia was married to George

Frederick KELWAY 3 February 1855 by Henry Martyn Faulkner, Acting Colonial Chaplain in Holy Trinity Church by Banns with consent of mother of bride. The witnesses were Charles Melville and Elizabeth Melville. Neither George or Amelia’s occupation or father was recorded. George, age 48 years & 8 months and a carpenter, died in Stanley 6 October 1880 from consumption and was buried 10 October 1880 in Grave Ei387. Amelia, age 75, died 29 June 1911 in Stanley and was buried 2 July 1910 in Grave Ei736.

4. James Samuel BIGGS born circa 1841 (not in the Falkland Islands). James was married to

Harriet SIMPSON 25 February 1864 in Trinity Church Stanley according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Church of England after Banns by Charles Bull MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were Edward Biggs and G Short. James’ father was recorded as James Biggs, pensioner, and Harriet’s father was recorded as Thomas Simpson, pensioner. Harriet, age 29, died in Stanley 27 April 1875 from bronchitis and was buried in 2 May 1875 in Grave F477. James, age 50, died 9 May 1891 from phthisis and was buried at Roy Cove.

5. Edward Falkland BIGGS born 22 January 1843 in the Town of Anson, Port Louis. Edward,

age 28 & an FIC servant, was married to Alma Phoebe SUMMERS, age 18, 22 January 1873 in the Church of Holy Trinity according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church after Banns by Waite H Falkland Islands & Henry Lory Assistant Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were Edwin Gleadall and Elizabeth Jane Gleadall. Edward’s father was recorded as James Biggs, sapper and miner. Edward Falkland BIGGS was baptised 5 March 1873 by Holy Trinity Church. Edward, age 57, died 30 May 1900 from syncope from dilation of the heart and was buried 3 June 1900 in Grave A142. Alma, age 78 died in Stanley 7 March 1933 and was buried 11 March 1933 in Grave K1039.

6. John Christie BIGGS born 17 April 1846 and baptised 17 May 1846 by Holy Trinity Church.

In February 1861 John was working as an assistant at Cape Pembroke Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Keeper had to dismiss him as he was “dull” and “deficient in his intellect”. [H17; 614]

John, age 84, died in Stanley 12 June 1930 and was buried 14 June 1930 in Grave J1002.


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SECOND GENERATION Children of William (1) and Mary Ann BIGGS: 1. William BIGGS born 28 January 1853 in Stanley and baptised William James BIGGS 3 April

1853 by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. William, a carpenter, was married to Alice KING, age 20, 8 May 1878 in the Parish Church according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were Emilie King and George Thomas King. Alice’s father was recorded as Frederick King, carpenter. William, age 68 and a carpenter, died 1 June 1921 and was buried 5 June 1921 in Grave E860. Alice, age 66, died 28 January 1925 and was buried 30 January 1925 in Grave L914.

2. George Patrick BIGGS born 23 December 1854 and baptised 1 April 1855 by Holy Trinity

Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. George, age 34 and living on George Island, was married to Honoria SHEEHAN, age 18 and living in Stanley, 5 November 1889 according to the rites and ceremonies of the Church of Rome by Patrick Joseph Diamond, R C Priest. The witnesses were Arthur Henry Biggs and Catherine Bridget Biggs. George’s father was recorded as William Biggs of Stanley and Honoria’s father was not recorded. George died 7 January 1906, age 51, from delirium tremens and asthenia and is buried in Grave Ai179. The informant was his father, W Biggs, Stanley. Honoria travelled to the UK in 1955.

3. Edward Thomas BIGGS born 17 June 1856 in Stanley and baptised 7 December 1856 by

Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Edward arrived at Port Townsend, Washington, USA in 1886. He was married to Mary Cowan BRADLEY in 1886. Mary, age 55, died 25 April 1918 (not in the Falkland Islands). Edward, age 97, died 24 March 1954 (not in the Falkland Islands).

4. Frederick John BIGGS born 28 March 1858 in Stanley and baptised 2 June 1859 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Frederick was married to Phoebe Jane GLEADALL 7 September 1898 by St Mary's Roman Catholic Church. Frederick, Phoebe and their children went to South Africa. Frederick returned to the Falkland Islands in the 1920s. Frederick, age 83, died 6 January 1941 and is buried in Grave M1174.

5. Allen Dale BIGGS born 2 September 1859 in Stanley and baptised 19 November 1860 by

Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Allen, a shepherd at North Arm, was married to Mary Farish RAE, living in Stanley, 3 November 1898 in the house of William James Biggs according to the Rites & Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by Edwin Coupland Aspinall Canon of Christ Church & Camp Chaplain. The witnesses were James Rae and Madge Pimm. Mary’s father was recorded as John Davidson Rae, shepherd. Allan died in 1905 (not in the Falkland Islands). In 1923 Mary was living at 23 Galloway Street, Maxwelltown, Dumfries, Scotland.

6. Mary Ann Maria BIGGS born 21 July 1861 in Stanley. Her father's occupation was recorded

as carpenter. Mary was married to Walter FELTON, age 32 and a sub-manager of a sheep farm, living in Stanley, 10 September 1884 in the Parish Church according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church after Banns by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were William Biggs and E T Biggs. Walter’s father was recorded as Henry William Felton, sergeant major 2nd Life Guards. Mary, Walter and their family moved to Chile. Walter later deserted Mary and the children. Fred was left with friends and Mary and the other three were brought back to the Falkland Islands. [Family history] Mary died 4 November 1901 from phthisis and is buried in Grave B232.


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7. Christopher BIGGS born 25 December 1862 in Stanley. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Christopher, age 7 months, was buried 6 August 1863 (no death or grave record).

8. Ellen Margery BIGGS born 23 November 1864 in Stanley. Her father's occupation was

recorded as carpenter. Ellen died in 1960 (not in the Falkland Islands). 9. Catherine Bridget BIGGS born 28 November 1866 in Stanley and baptised 9 December

1866. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Married to Augustus Octavius “Octave” FLEURET 19 January 1895 by Mario Luis Migone, St Mary’s Catholic Church. The witnesses were Vincent A H Biggs and Alice Coulson. Catherine, Octave and their two daughters later went to Chile. Catherine died in 1925 (not in the Falkland Islands).

10. Madeline BIGGS born 23 January 1869 in Stanley and baptised 19 June 1869 by Holy Trinity

Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Madeline Agatha was married to Sidney James KIRWAN 9 June 1898 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. On 18 June 1918 Sidney wrote to the manager of the FIC to let him know where he was living in case he was due a bonus. He arrived in England 10 April 1918 and at the time of writing was living at 36 York Street, Portman Square, W1. Madeline died in the 1950s (not in the Falkland Islands).

11. Vincent Arthur Henry BIGGS born 12 June 1870 in Stanley. His father's occupation was

recorded as carpenter. Vincent started working for the Falkland Islands Company Ltd 1 January 1886 and by 4 December 1913 had worked constantly for them apart from two months when he went to Montevideo and Punta Arenas. [FIC/EF/] Vincent, a carpenter, was married to Mary Elizabeth PIMM 30 December 1896 by Patrick O'Grady Parish Priest St Mary's Church. The witnesses were Octave Fleuret and Madge Pimm. Mary’s father was recorded as Samuel Pimm, blacksmith. Mary, age 73, died 7 October 1945 and is buried in Grave M 1305. Vincent, age 79 and a justice of the peace, died 20 September 1949 and was buried 23 September 1949 in Grave M1409.

12. Alfred Horton BIGGS born 28 January 1872 in Stanley. His father's occupation was recorded

as carpenter. On leaving school he was apprenticed to the Falkland Islands Company as a shipwright and carpenter, remaining in their employ until 1894 when he left for Port Townsend, Washington, USA on board the Stirling. He was employed for some time there in his brother’s shipyard. He then travelled to England with two of his sisters before arriving back in the Falkland Islands in January 1897. [Obituary Penguin 1 Nov 1935] Alfred was married to Ana Georgina McCARTHY by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 27 September 1899. Alfred, age 63, died 27 October 1935 in Stanley and is buried in Grave M1085. Ana, age 94, died 17 July 1971 in Stanley and was buried 20 July 1971 in Grave R2166.

Children of Elizabeth (2) and Charles MELVILLE: 1. Charles James MELVILLE born 17 August 1854 in Stanley and baptised 8 October 1854 by

Holy Trinity Church. His father’s occupation was recorded as master mariner.

2. Elizabeth Ann/Hannah MELVILLE born 25 April 1856 in Stanley and baptised 6 July 1856 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as master mariner. Elizabeth was married to David EARLE, an English shepherd living at Hillhead, 30 July 1885 at Mrs Armstrong's house, Darwin, according to the rites & ceremonies of Presbyterian Church by Governor's licence by William Hill Philip, Minister. The witnesses were William Armstrong and Sarah Armstrong. David’s father was recorded as William Earle, carpenter and Elizabeth’s father was recorded as Charles Melville, harbour master. Elizabeth died 12 July 1908 at Hillside, Mount Pleasant, age 51, of heart failure and is buried in Grave Ei696. [Obituary FIM Aug


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1908] David finished working for the Falkland Islands Company Ltd 14 February 1913 and departed for Liverpool on the Oronsa 16 April 1913. When his son Arthur married in 1919 David was recorded as being a shepherd and, according to the account of the wedding, living in Norwich, England.

3. Margery Amelia MELVILLE born 28 March 1858 in Stanley and baptised 20 July 1858 by

Holy Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as master mariner. Margery died 8 September 1858 from dentition (no grave record).

4. Sarah Madelina MELVILLE born 30 October 1859 in Stanley and baptised 27 September

1860 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as mariner. Sarah, who was living in Stanley, was married to William ARMSTRONG, a sub-overseer living at Darwin Harbour, 22 June 1880 in the Parish Church according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church after Banns by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were John G Kelway and Elizabeth Melville. William’s father was recorded as John Armstrong, shepherd and Sarah’s father as Charles Melville, harbour master.

5. Emily Amelia Louisa MELVILLE born 23 December 1861 in Stanley and baptised 22 June

1862 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as pilot. Emily died 3 August 1862 and is buried in Grave Ei383.

Children of Amelia (3) and George KELWAY: 1. James Richard BIGGS born 11 January 1855 in Stanley and baptised James Richard

KELWAY 11 March 1855 by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. James died 28 January 1896 when the scow he was working on crushed him. [FIM

Feb 1896] James was buried 31 January 1896 in Grave I594.

2. John George “Jack “KELWAY born 21 February 1857 in Stanley and baptised 5 April 1857 by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. John first started working for the FIC Ltd in Stanley as a boy in 1875. In July 1882 he was put on regular staff. [FIC/D12, pg 314] John, age 26 and a labourer living in Stanley, was married to Mary Ann ATKINS, age 20 ½ , 5 October 1882 in the Parish Church according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church after Banns by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were George Clethero and William Dettleff. John’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter, and Mary’s father was recorded as Richard Atkins, pensioner. John, captain of the Sissie, was presented with a gold watch for rescue attempt on J.R.Kelly [FIM May & July 1900] Mary travelled to Punta Arenas, Chile in 1922 to visit her son and daughter who were living there. John was awarded an annual pension by the FIC of £54 commencing 1 July 1913. John, an engine driver, died 15 December 1920, age 64, and was buried 19 December 1920 in Grave Ei855. Mary, age 75, died in Stanley Wednesday 13 May 1936 and was buried 15 May 1936 in Grave K1094. [Obituary Penguin 18 May 1936, pg 2]

3. Fanny Jane KELWAY born 5 September 1858 in Stanley and baptised 2 January 1859 by

Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Fanny was married to Robert YATES 16 January 1881 by St Mary’s Catholic Church. Robert died 11 August 1901 of mitral valve disease and cardiac dropsy and is buried in Grave Ai176. Fanny died 20 June 1904, age 46, of general debility and is buried in Grave Ai174.

4. George Frederick KELWAY born 20 July 1860 in Stanley and baptised 27 September 1860

by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. George, age 30 and a navvy living in Stanley, was married to (1) Susannah HAMPSON, age 17 and living in Stanley, 4 June 1891 in the house of John Kelway according to the Rites and Ceremonies of


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the Established Church by Licence by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were John G Kelway and Letitia Lily Kelway. George’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter, and Susannah’s father was recorded as Edward Hampson, hatter. Susannah, age 32, died 19 October 1906 in Stanley from tuberculosis of the lungs and was buried 21 October 1906 in Grave I593. George, a widower and clerk, was married to (2) Ann CAIRNS, widow, 17 May 1908 in Christ Church Cathedral by C Rome Hall, Assistant Cathedral Chaplain. The witnesses were Elsie Kelway ad John F Summers. George’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter, and Ann’s father was recorded as James Atherton, hatter. Ann was born 10 August 1868 at Gee Cross, Hyde, Cheshire. George, age 62, died 22 March 1923 and was buried in Grave K884. Ann, age 82 and a widow, died 24 July 1950 and was buried 27 July 1950 in Grave K1431.

5. William Henry KELWAY born 1 June 1862 in Stanley and baptised 22 June 1862 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Henry died 17 September 1862, age 3 months, from water on the brain and was buried 21 September 1862 in Grave Ei386.

6. Henry Osborne KELWAY born 31 July 1863 in Stanley and baptised 30 August 1863 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Henry, age 25 and a shepherd living in Stanley, was married to Eliza Jane WHITE, age 18, 11 June 1889 in the house of John Kelway according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by me Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were Henry White and John George Kelway. George’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter, and Eliza’s father was recorded and Henry White, mariner. Eliza, age 19, died in Stanley 9 January 1891 from phthisis and was buried 13 January 1891 in Grave I607.

7. Janet Annie KELWAY born 22 June 1865 in Stanley and baptised 3 August 1865 by Holy

Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Janet, age 21 and living in Stanley, was married to John COLEMAN, age 22 and a baker living in Stanley, 17 June 1886 in the New Infant Schoolroom according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Presbyterian Church by Licence by William Hill Philip Presbyterian Minister. The witnesses were James R Kelway and Amelia Jane Kelway. John’s father was recorded as John Coleman, carpenter, and Janet’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter. Annie, age 79 and a housewife, died 21 December 1944 and was buried in Grave O1290. John, age 83 and retired, died 13 November 1947 and was buried 15 November 1947 in Grave P1358.

8. Amelia Jane KELWAY born 19 April 1867 in Stanley and baptised 18 June 1867 by Holy

Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Amelia, age 20 ½ and living in Stanley was married to (1) John HOPE, mariner living on the schooner Hornet in Stanley, 27 December 1887 at the house of John Coleman according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were James Richard Kelway and Mary Ann McDaid. Amelia’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter, and John’s father was recorded as Andrew Hope, anchor maker. John was on board the cutter Saucy Brown which left Stanley for Fitzroy Tuesday 3 September 1889. Off Port Harriet Point the boom snapped and the main sail split, carrying John Hope overboard. He sank almost immediately and was not seen again. [FIM Oct 1889] Amelia, age 23 and a widow living in Stanley, was married to (2) Claro SURIEZ, age 45 and a widower and shepherd of San Salvador and Stanley, 17 July 1890 in the house of Joseph Alazia according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were Charles C Kelway and Edith Alazia. Claro’s father was recorded as Mariano Suriez, gaucho and Amelia’s as George Kelway, joiner. Claro died, 10 June 1904, age 60, of fatty degeneration of the heart and is buried at Salvador. Amelia was married to (3) P G CHILDS in Punta Arenas, Chile, 3 December 1910.


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9. Charles Edward KELWAY born 29 March 1869 in Stanley and baptised 4 July 1869 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Charles, age 27 and an engine driver, was married to Ann BETTS, age 21, 29 December 1897 in the Parish Church according to the Rites & Ceremonies of the Established Church after Banns by Lowther E Brandon MA Dean & Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were George Frederick Kelway and Matilda Letitia Betts. Charles’ father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, joiner, and Ann’s father was recorded as John Betts, carter. Anne, age 22, died 23 April 1899 from a uterine haemorrhage and was buried 26 April 1899 in Grave I 608 (stillborn son probably buried with her). Charles, age 71, died 1 August 1940 in Punta Arenas, Chile, and was buried there 2 August 1940.

10. Orissa KELWAY born 11 February 1871 in Stanley and baptised 16 April 1871 by Holy Trinity

Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Orissa, age 20, was married to Charles HANSEN, age 32 and a mariner living in Stanley, 14 August 1890 in the house of John Coleman according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were James B Kelway and Letitia L Kelway. Charles’ father was recorded as Didrick Hansen, mariner, and Orissa’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter. Orissa, age 37, died 1 February 1907 in Stanley from tuberculosis and was buried 3 February 1907 in Grave I 602. Charles, age 77 and a mariner, died 13 September 1934 in Stanley and was buried Sunday 16 September 1934 in Grave K1073. [Obituary Penguin 17 Sep 1934]

11. William Albert KELWAY born 12 December 1872 in Stanley and baptised 13 January 1873

by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. William died 1 April 1882, age 9 years and 9 months, from water on the brain and was buried 5 April 1882 in Grave Ei388.

12. Latitia Lily KELWAY born 8 August 1874 in Stanley and baptised Loetitia Lily KELWAY 6

October 1874 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Letitia died 13 April 1893, age 19, from phthisis and was buried 16 April 1893 in Grave I 595.

13. Elizabeth Sarah KELWAY born 24 February 1876 in Stanley and privately baptised by

Lieutenant Sweny on 27 September 1876. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Elizabeth, age 7 months, died in Stanley 29 September 1876 from consumption and was buried 2 October 1876 (no grave no. recorded).

14. Edith Alice KELWAY born 16 November 1877 in Stanley and baptised Sarah Edith Alice

KELWAY 24 February 1878 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Edith, age 20, was married to Frederick Albert Edward BIGGS (see (5) (1)), age 24 and a general workman living in Stanley, 13 October 1897 in the Parish Church according to the Rites & Ceremonies of the Established Church after Banns by Lowther E Brandon MA Dean & Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were John G Kelway and Edith S Biggs. Frederick’s father was recorded as Edward Falkland Biggs, gardener, and Edith’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter. Albert, age 71 and retired, died 9 September 1948. Edith, age 81 and a widow, died 8 August 1959 in Stanley.

15. Frederick Arthur KELWAY born 5 November 1879 in Stanley and baptised 18 January 1880

by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Frederick, age 75 and a labourer, died 14 January 1954 and was buried 16 January 1954 in Grave 1526


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Children of James (4) and Harriet BIGGS: 1. Hannah Elizabeth BIGGS born 24 November 1864 in Stanley and baptised 8 February 1865

by Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Hannah, age 17½ and living at Roy Cove, was married to Michael Christopher DOOLAN, 2 June 1882 in the House of W W Bertrand, Roy Cove, according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were Herbert S Felton and Rose E M Summers. Hannah was baptised 7 March 1883 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Michael settled near Tapi Aike in 1886 and in 1887 Hannah and his children joined him. In 1918 Michael settled in Punta Arenas. Both Michael and Hannah died there in 1944. Mickey Doolan’s Ditch is named after him.

2. James Thomas BIGGS born 16 June 1866 in Stanley and baptised 29 July 1866 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. James, age 21 & a carter living at Roy Cove, was married to Rose Emily Margaret SUMMERS, living at Port North, 6 October 1887 at Port North, Roy Cove, West Falkland according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Established Church by Licence by Lowther E Brandon MA Colonial. The witnesses were Edward Falkland Biggs and Alma Phoebe Biggs. James’ father was recorded as James Samuel Biggs, carpenter. Rose, age 30, died 14 November 1896 from acute gastritis, biliary obstruction followed by coma and was buried 16 November 1896 at Roy Cove.

3. Emily Amelia BIGGS born 5 July 1869 at Darwin and baptised 21 November 1869 by Holy

Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as carpenter. Emily, age 9 months, died at Darwin Harbour from scarlet fever and is buried in Darwin Cemetery.

4. Margaret Margery BIGGS born 3 January 1872 in Stanley and baptised 31 March 1872 by

Holy Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as carpenter. Margaret, age 3 years & 5 months, died in Stanley 4 June 1875 from convulsions and was buried 6 June 1875 in Grave F478.

Children of Edward (5) and Phoebe BIGGS: 1. Frederick Hilbert “Albert” BIGGS born 22 October 1873 in Stanley and baptised Albert

Edward BIGGS 2 December 1873 by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Frederick, age 24 & a general workman, was married to Edith Alice KELWAY (see (5) (1)), age 20, 13 October 1897 in the Parish Church according to the Rites & Ceremonies of the Established Church after Banns by Lowther E Brandon MA Dean & Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were John G Kelway and Edith S Biggs. Frederick’s father was recorded as Edward Falkland Biggs, gardener, and Edith’s father was recorded as George Frederick Kelway, carpenter. Albert, age 71 and retired, died 9 September 1948 and was buried in Grave Q1389. Edith, age 81 and a widow, died 8 August 1959 in Stanley and was buried 11 August 1959 in Grave Q1642.

2. Arthur George BIGGS born 23 January 1876 at Swan Inlet and baptised 20 February 1876 by Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd.

3. Edith Phoebe BIGGS born 15 October 1877 in Stanley and baptised 25 December 1877 by

Holy Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as labourer. Edith, age 24, was married to John R DUNCAN, age 35 & Scottish, 7 April 1902 in Punta Arenas. The witnesses were Andrew Anderson and Kenneth MacAskill. John’s parents were recorded as John Duncan and Cristina Roberson, and Edith’s parents were recorded as Edward Biggs and Phoebe Summers.


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4. William James BIGGS born 1 January 1879 at Port North, Roy Cove Section and baptised 17 November 1880. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. William was married to Mary Ann GOODWIN 2 June 1904 at Christ Church Cathedral, Stanley after Banns by C K Blount MA Acting Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were William McGill, Lily Biggs and John F Summers. Mary Ann’s father was recorded as John Goodwin, shepherd, and William’s father was recorded as Edward Biggs, labourer. William, age 64, died 16 December 1944 and was buried 18 December 1944 in Grave O1289. Mary Ann, age 86 and a widow, died 15 November 1966 in Stanley and was buried 18 November 1966 in Grave O1767.

5. Lily Elizabeth “Joanie” BIGGS born 26 September 1881 at Dunbar Harbour, Roy Cove

section and baptised 2 June 1882 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Lily was married to Hugh JONES, mariner, 30 November 1905 at the house of William McGill, Port Louis by C K Blount MA Assistant Priest Christ Church Cathedral. The witnesses were William McGill, Emily McGill and Charles Earle. Hugh’s father was recorded as John Jones, mariner and Hugh was from South Wales. Hugh died 14 October 1927, age 50, and was buried in Grave J969. Lilian died 15 July 1955 and was buried in Grave Q1552.

6. Emily Roseina BIGGS born 27 July 1884 at Port North, Roy Cove Station and baptised Emily

Rosina BIGGS 18 May 1885 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Emily, age 19, was married to William McGILL, age 20 and a shepherd at Two Sisters, 22 April 1903 at Christ Church Cathedral, Stanley by C K Blount MA Assistant Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were Albert Edward Biggs and Lily G Biggs. William’s father was recorded as William McGill, shepherd. Emily, age 39, died 19 May 1923 from cancer and was buried 22 May 1923 in Grave K888.

7. John Falkland BIGGS born 21 September 1886 at Port North, Roy Cove Station and baptised

23 April 1887 by Holy Trinity Church. His father’s occupation was recorded as shepherd. John, a generally labourer, was married to Edith Ann McASKILL 10 July 1911 at Christ Church Cathedral by Special Licence by Edward J Seymour, Dean & Chaplain. The witnesses were Christina Goss and John Alazia. Edith’s father was recorded as Donald McAskill, shepherd. John, age 81 and a retired labourer, died 16 October 1967 in Stanley and was buried 20 October 1967 in Grave L1772. Edith, age 80 and a widow, died 26 July 1974 in Stanley and is buried in Grave L1832.

8. Herbert Percival BIGGS born 9 December 1888 at Roy Cove and baptised 18 August 1889

by Holy Trinity Church. His father’s occupation was recorded as shepherd. Herbert, a camp hand, was married to Margaret Adeline Jane SKILLING 29 December 1914 in the Registrar General's Office, Stanley by M Craigie-Halkett, Registrar General. The witnesses were Ray V Hardy and Louisa Jennings. Margaret’s father was recorded as J skilling, shepherd. Margaret, age 46, died 12 August 1938 from and intestinal obstruction & enteritis and was buried 14 August 1938 in Grave K1123. Herbert. Age 65, died 21 June 1954 near Lookout Rocks, Stanley and was buried 23 June 1954 in Grave Q1358.

9. Ella Malvina BIGGS born 18 February 1891 at Island Creek, Lafonia and baptised 12 April

1891 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father’s occupation was recorded as labourer. Ella was married to Frederick Henry KING, carpenter, 15 March 1911 in Christ Church Cathedral after Banns by Edward J Seymour, Chaplain & Hon Canon. The witnesses were Elsie Malvina Kelway and Alfred King. Frederick’s father was recorded as George Thomas King, foreman carpenter.

10. Frederick May BIGGS born 8 March 1893 and baptised 30 April 1893 by Christ Church

Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as butcher. Frederick, age 1 year & 5


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months died 28 August 1894 (no death register entry) and was buried 2 September 1894 in Grave A160.

11. Alexander Maxwell BIGGS born 9 August 1895 and baptised 15 September 1895 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as gardener. Maxwell was injured on board ms Lobos 21 July 1926 whilst working as a stevedore. He was paid compensation equal to his averal weekly earnings by PSNC. [FIC/WS/PSN/] Alexander, age 66 and a labourer, died 29 September 1961 in Stanley and was buried 2 October 1961 in Grave Q1700.

12. Winifred May BIGGS born 19 April 1898 and baptised 3 July 1898 by Christ Church

Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as gardener. Winifred was married to George John MEIERHOFER, mariner, 20 February 1918 at Christ Church Cathedral by Banns by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were Alfred Stanley Biggs and Alice Emily Lanning. George’s father was recorded as John Martin Meierhofer, cook. [Account

of wedding CM Apr 1918] Winifred went on holiday to Uruguay in 1950. George, whose occupation was marine surveying, accompanied Winifred to the UK in 1952 where she was going for medical treatment.


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THIRD GENERATION Children of William (1) (1) and Alice BIGGS: 1. Emily Maude BIGGS born 20 March 1880 in Stanley and baptised 2 May 1880 by Holy Trinity

Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Emily, who was living in Darwin, was married to Donald MORRISON, age 29 and a horse tamer living at Egg Harbour, 9 May 1902 in the Church, Darwin according to the Rites & Ceremonies of the Established Church by Lowther E Brandon MA Dean & Colonial Chaplain. The witnesses were John Morrison and William James Biggs. Donald’s father was recorded as Ewlain Morrison, shepherd. [Account of

wedding FIM July 1902] Donald died 27 August 1931, age 58, and was buried 30 August 1931 in Grave K1025. Emily died 23 June 1959 in Stanley and was buried 26 June 1959 in Grave S1635.

2. Gertrude BIGGS born 7 December 1881 in Stanley and baptised 5 February 1882. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Gertrude, age 22, died at Darwin Harbour 16 January 1904 from pneumonia and was buried in Darwin Cemetery. She died the day before her wedding.

3. Herbert Reginald BIGGS born 29 September 1883 and baptised 18 November 1883 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Herbert, age 9 months, died 29 June 1884 in Stanley from convulsions and was buried 4 July 1884 in Grave Ei391.

4. Bernard Claud BIGGS born 20 June 1885 in Stanley and baptised 23 August 1885 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Bernard was married to Kathleen Mary BIGGS 15 September 1914 at St Mary's Roman Catholic Chapel, Stanley by Mario Louis Migone. The witnesses were Mabel N Biggs and W J McAtasney. Kathleen’s father was recorded as George P Biggs, carpenter. Bernard, age 83 and a store assistant, died in Stanley 10 October 1968 and was buried 14 October 1968 in Grave T2113. Kathleen, a widow, emigrated to Toronto, Canada via the USA in 1969.

5. William Frederick BIGGS born 23 April 1888 in Stanley and baptised 10 June 1888 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter/shipwright. William died 12 December 1906 at Darwin from a compound fracture of the skull from a horse kick and was buried in Darwin Cemetery next to his sister Gertrude.

6. Hubert Arthur BIGGS born 1 July 1890 in Stanley and baptised 21 September 1890 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Hubert, a labourer, was married to Isabella MIDDLETON 18 October 1924 at Darwin, East Falkland by Governor's Licence by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were Peter Coutts and Frances Mary Middleton. Isabella’s father was recorded as Lindsay Middleton, shepherd. Isabella, age 50, died 12 March 1955 in Stanley and was buried 16 March 1955 in Grave Q1543. Hubert, age 73 and a retired caretaker, died 9 June 1964 in Stanley and was buried 11 June 1964 in Grave Q1752.

7. Alice Madeline BIGGS born 19 April 1894 at Darwin harbour and baptised Madeline Alice

BIGGS 7 June 1894 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Alice was married to Robert Henry HANNAFORD, carpenter, 19 October 1915 at Christ Church Cathedral by C McDonald Hobley, Chaplain. The witnesses were Bernard C Biggs and Jane Isbell Biggs. Robert’s father was recorded as Henry Hannaford, farmer. Robert, a foreman carpenter from England, died 25 September 1953, age 66, and was buried 28 September 1953 in Grave Q1519. Alice, a telephone operator, emigrated to New Zealand in 1962. Her ashes were buried in Grave Q1749 (no date recorded).


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8. Jane Isbell BIGGS born 24 August 1896 at Darwin and baptised 7 September 1896 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Jane was married to Owen Isbell KING, widower and carpenter, 7 July 1934 at Christ Church Cathedral by Special Licence by Harold E Lumsdale, Dean of Christ Church. The witnesses were B E Robson and B C Biggs. Owen’s father was recorded as George Thomas King, carpenter.

9. Alfred Stanley BIGGS born 29 May 1899 at Darwin and baptised 7 August 1899 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Alfred, a carpenter, was married to Pearle Gladys OLSSEN, widow, 20 February 1924 in the Registrar General's Office, Stanley by Edw B Binnie, Ag Registrar. The witnesses were V Atkins and Gwendoline Hardy. Pearle’s father was recorded as William Richard Hardy, deceased. Alfred, age 51, died 28 August 1941 from post-operative peritonitis and was buried 30 August 1941.

Children of George (1) (2) and Honoria BIGGS: 1. Kathleen Mary BIGGS born 29 October 1890 on George Island and baptised 1 November

1890 by St Mary's Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd overseer. Her mother was recorded as Norah Biggs formerly Shean. Her godparents were Vincent A H Biggs and Madeline Agatha Biggs. Kathleen was married to Bernard Claude BIGGS 15 September 1914 at St Mary's Roman Catholic Chapel, Stanley by Mario Louis Migone. The witnesses were Mabel N Biggs and W J McAtasney. Kathleen’s father was recorded as George P Biggs, carpenter and Bernard’s father was recorded as William J Biggs, carpenter. Bernard, age 83, died in Stanley 10 October 1968 and was buried 14 October 1968 in Grave T2113. Kathleen, a widow, emigrated to Toronto, Canada via the USA in 1969.

2. Mabel Rosali BIGGS born 18 August 1892 in Stanley and baptised Mabel Honoria BIGGS 6

November 1892 by St Mary's Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Her mother was recorded as Honoria Biggs formerly Sheen. Her godfather was Jacob Derritt. Mabel was married to William John McATASNEY, clerk, 26 August 1915 at St Mary's Roman Catholic Chapel, Stanley by Mario Louis Migone. The witnesses were Joe McAtasney and Nellie McAtasney. Mabel’s father was recorded as George P Biggs, carpenter and John’s father was recorded as John McAtasney, blacksmith. Mabel, a housewife and dressmaker, emigrated to the UK in 1949.

3. Winifred BIGGS born 6 November 1893 at Port Stephens. Her father's occupation was

recorded as carpenter. Winifred died age 24 hours (no cause of death or burial record – most likely buried at Port Stephens).

4. Boy BIGGS born 4 October 1895 at Port Stephens. He died 6 October 1895 at Port Stephens

from inanition (no birth record or burial record – most likely buried at Port Stephens). [CM Dec

1893] 5. George BIGGS born 16 October 1896 at Port Stephens. George died 17 October 1896 at

Port Stephens, age 12 hours (no birth, death or burial record – most likely buried at Port Stephens). [FIM Nov 1896]

6. Eric George John BIGGS born 30 November 1901 in Stanley and baptised 6 March 1902 by

St Mary's Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. His mother was recorded as Nora Biggs formerly Sheehan. His godparents were John Lehen and Nellie Dettleff. Eric, a labourer, was married to Helen MacNICOLL 8 February 1928 at St Mary's Roman Catholic Chapel, Stanley by Banns by Mario Louis Migone, Priest in Charge. The witnesses were B C Biggs and P MacNicoll. Eric’s father was recorded as George Patrick


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Biggs, deceased and Helen’s father was recorded as James MacNicoll, blacksmith. Eric, a dairyman, emigrated to the UK in 1955.

Children of Frederick (1) (4) and Phoebe BIGGS: 1. William Fleming BIGGS born 18 June 1899 and baptised 2 January 1901 by St Mary’s Roman

Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as camp manager.

2. Edward Frederick BIGGS born 29 December 1903 at Hope Cottage, Lafonia and baptised 19 September 1904 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd.

3. Elizabeth Mary Fleming BIGGS born 20 September 1908 at Darwin Harbour and baptised Catherine Elizabeth Mary BIGGS 21 March 1909 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as labour overseer.

Children of Allen (1) (5) and Mary BIGGS: 1. John Rae BIGGS born 10 November 1899 at North Arm and baptised 16 December 1899 by

Christ Church Cathedral. His father’s occupation was recorded as shepherd.

Children of Mary (1) (6) and Walter FELTON: 1. Martha Mary “Mattie” FELTON born 5 October 1885 in Stanley. Her father's occupation was

recorded as overseer. Martha lived for many years on West Point Island with her uncle Arthur Felton and his wife. Martha died in hospital in Valparaiso in 1943. [FI Weekly News 4 Nov 1943]

2. William Henry FELTON born 7 September 1886 in Stanley. His father's occupation was recorded as overseer.

3. Arthur Edward (Alfred) FELTON born 28 May 1892 in Stanley. His father's occupation was recorded as nil. Arthur, a mariner, was married to Harriet May McASKILL 24 July 1916 at Christ Church Cathedral by Banns by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were William Brown Verrill and H E A Verrill. Arthur’s father was recorded as Walter Felton, carpenter, and Harriet’s father was recorded as Donald Smith McAskill, manager. [Account of

wedding FIM Aug 1916] Alfred, age 61 and a sheep farm manager, died 21 February 1953 and is buried in Grave 1503. Harriet, a domestic, went to the UK and Channel Islands in 1970 to visit relatives and settle.

Children of Catherine (1) (9) and Augustus FLEURET: 1. Mary Ann FLEURET born 27 September 1901. Her father’s occupation was recorded as

sheep farmer. 2. Madeline Adele FLEURET born 22 May 1903 at Long Island. Her father’s occupation was

recorded as camp manager, Long Island.


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Children of Madeline (1) (10) and Sidney KIRWAN: 1. William Sidney KIRWAN born 27 July 1901 in Stanley and baptised 1 September 1901 by St

Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter.

2. Madeline KIRWAN born 27 September 1905 in Stanley and baptised 12 November 1905 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter.

3. Adeline Mary Orita KIRWAN born 7 January 1908 in Stanley and baptised 28 June 1908 by

St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Children of Vincent (1) (11) and Mary BIGGS: 1. Desmond Vivian Arthur BIGGS born 6 December 1897 and baptised 13 February 1898 by St

Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Desmond, age 43, committed suicide while temporarily deranged 31 July 1941 and was buried in Grave M 1188.

2. Catherine Mary Honora BIGGS born 4 February 1899 and baptised 9 April 1899 by St Mary’s

Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Catherine, age 6 months, died 20 August 1899 from acute bronchitis and was buried in Grave Ai 177.

3. Martin William Henry BIGGS born 1 December 1900 and baptised 25 December 1900 by St

Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as shipwright. Martin, a storekeeper, was married to Hilda Evangeline SMITH 12 February 1934 at St Mary's Roman Catholic Chapel, Stanley by Banns by Mario Louis. The witnesses were Roy V Biggs and Evelyn Smith. Martin’s father was recorded as Vincent Arthur Henry Biggs, retired master shipwright, and Hilda’s father was recorded as George Bennet Smith, deceased publican. Martin, age 64, died 19 April 1965 and was buried 21 April 1965 in Grave R1757. Hilda, age 83, died 16 November 1990 and was buried 21 November 1990 in Grave R3148.

4. Madge Bridget Frances BIGGS (twin) born 26 July 1902 and baptised 14 September 1902 by

St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Madge, age 93 and a pensioner, died 8 September 1995 and was buried in Grave V3234.

5. Girl BIGGS (twin) born 26 July 1902. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter.

Stillborn. Buried in Grave Ai178. 6. Arthur Stanley BIGGS born 2 December 1905 in Stanley and baptised 27 May 1906 by St

Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as master shipwright. Arthur, age 53 and a merchant, died 25 November 1959 in Stanley from cancer and was buried 28 November 1959 in Grave A1653.

7. Roy Vincent BIGGS born 21 December 1907 in Stanley and baptised 23 June 1908 by St

Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as master shipwright. 8. Irene Mary “Rene” BIGGS born 21 June 1909 in Stanley and baptised 30 September 1909 by

St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as master shipwright. Irene, age 93, died 31 July 2002 in Stanley and was buried in Grave V 3235.

9. Terence Michael Vincent BIGGS born 21 January 1912 in Stanley and baptised 20 March

1912 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as master shipwright. Terence, an electrician, was married to Moira Lenore HOOLEY 18 June 1942 at


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St Mary's Catholic Church by H F Drumm, Parish Priest. The witnesses were Arthur L S Biggs, Irene Biggs and Ruby Wilson. Terence’s father was recorded as vincent Arthur Henry Biggs, retired, and Moira’s father was recorded as Samuel Harris Hooley, retired.

Children of Alfred (1) (12) and Ana BIGGS: 1. Carl Patrick Fleming BIGGS born 15 March 1901 and baptised 15 March 1901 by St Mary’s

Roman Catholic Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Carl, age 73 and a retired labourer, died 20 August 1974 in Stanley and was buried 22 August 1974 in Grave R1833.

2. Kathleen Francis BIGGS born 29 June 1902 and baptised 16 September 1902 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Kathleen, age 89 and a pensioner, died 30 June 1991 and was buried in Grave V3159.

3. Grace Darling BIGGS born 21 January 1904 on Speedwell Island and baptised 21 September

1904 by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Grace was married to Kenneth John McPHEE, widower & shepherd, 27 June 1924 at North Arm by Governor's Licence by Alexr Moir, Deputy Registrar & JP. The witnesses were William George McCarthy and Kathleen Frances Biggs. Kenneth’s father was recorded as Kenneth McPhee, deceased, and Grace’s father was recorded as Alfred Horton Biggs, shepherd. Kenneth died 31 July 1951 and is buried in Grave 1458. Grace died 23 August 1994 and is buried in Grave V3215.

4. Norah Ethel BIGGS born 27 November 1906 on George Island and baptised 1 January 1910

by St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Nora was married to James MIDDLETON, a shepherd, 23 June 1932 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by Special Licence by G R L Brown, Registrar General. The witnesses were Grace Darling McPhee and Carl Patrick Fleming Biggs. James’ father was recorded as David Dawson Middleton and Nora’s father was recorded as Alfred Horton Biggs. Nora died from cancer 30 June 1965 in Stanley, age 59, and was buried 4 July 1965 in Grave R1759. James, age 84 and a pensioner, one time of Burnside, died 10 April 1990 and was buried 12 April 1990 in Grave V3131.

Children of Elizabeth (2) (2) and David EARLE: 1. Charles EARLE born 17 July 1886 at Hillhead. His father’s occupation was recorded as

shepherd. Worked for the Falkland Islands Company Limited from 10 May 1906 until 15 May 1912 on £5-0-0 a month and was in the North Arm area in 1907 and 1911. [FIC Ledger VII, pg

644, 711; VIII 105-106, 535, 617] Married to Mary Jessie McLEOD 5 June 1912 in the Nonconformist Church (Tabernacle) by Robert Johnson, Nonconformist Minister. The witnesses were Arthur Earle and Mary McIntosh Campbell. Mary’s father was recorded as Kenneth McLeod, deceased. Charles’ occupation was recorded as labourer. Mary was born 15 April 1889. Charles and Mary departed for Liverpool on the Orcoma 11 June 1912.

2. William EARLE born 4 August 1888 at Hillhead, Darwin. His father’s occupation was

recorded as shepherd. Worked for the Falkland Islands Company Ltd from 23 March 1904 until 4 June 1913, starting as a Boy on £3-0-0 per month and finishing as a Shepherd on £5-10-0 a month. [FIC Ledger VII, pg 424, 460; VIII 455-456, 713] May have been employed by them after this. In 1924 his occupation was shepherd and he went to New Zealand on holiday with his brother Arthur and his family.


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3. Arthur EARLE born 16 March 1892 at Hillhead House. His father’s occupation was recorded as shepherd. Arthur started work with the Falkland Islands Company Ltd 3 September 1908 and worked for them until at least 31 December 1913, earning £5-0-0 a month. [FIC Ledger VIII,

pg 179-180, 595-596, 769] Arthur, a mariner, married to Margaret Ann MORRISON 4 June 1919 at Christ Church Cathedral by Banns by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were William Earle and Salvia Middleton Morrison. Margaret’s father was recorded as Kenneth Morrison, shepherd. [Account of wedding CM August 1919] Margaret was born 14 December 1892 at Hill Foot. The family went on holiday to New Zealand in 1924 with Arthur’s brother, William. Arthur died 24 March 1950, age 58, from a coronary occlusion and is buried in Grave Q1425. He was a barman at the Globe Hotel at the time. Margaret emigrated to the UK in 1952.

Children of Sarah (2) (4) and William ARMSTRONG: 1. Annie ARMSTRONG born 17 April 1881 at Bluff Creek. Her father’s occupation was

recorded as overseer. In the English 1911 census she is listed as being a domestic cook for the Lawson family living at 8 Grosvenor Road, Weymouth, Dorset.

2. Elizabeth ARMSTRONG born 12 June 1882 at Darwin and baptised 21 September 1882 by

the United Free Church (Tabernacle). Her father’s occupation was recorded as overseer. 3. Boy ARMSTRONG born 24 June 1884 at Darwin. Stillborn. His father’s occupation was

recorded as overseer. (No burial record, probably buried at Darwin) 4. Sarah ARMSTRONG born 11 June 1885 at Darwin and baptised 12 July 1885 by the United

Free Church (Tabernacle). Her father’s occupation was recorded as overseer. 5. Boy ARMSTRONG born 28 October 1886. Stillborn. His father’s occupation was recorded

as overseer. (No burial record, probably buried at Darwin) 6. Jane ARMSTRONG born 26 November 1887 at Darwin and baptised 15 April 1888 by the

United Free Church (Tabernacle). Her father’s occupation was recorded as overseer. 7. Amelia ARMSTRONG born 8 December 1889 at Darwin and baptised 30 March 1890 by the

United Free Church (Tabernacle). Her father’s occupation was recorded as overseer. 8. John ARMSTRONG born 18 December 1891 at Darwin Harbour and baptised 1 May 1892

by Christ Church Cathedral. His father’s occupation was recorded as overseer and shepherd.

9. William ARMSTRONG born 24 September 1893 at Darwin Harbour and baptised 14 January

1894 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father’s occupation was recorded as overseer 10. Mary ARMSRONG born 17 April 1895 at Darwin and baptised 2 February 1896 by Christ

Church Cathedral. Her father’s occupation was recorded as overseer. 11. Ellen ARMSTRONG born 20 November 1896 at Darwin and baptised 22 December 1896 by

Christ Church Cathedral. Her father’s occupation was recorded as overseer. 12. Elsie Melville ARMSTRONG born 10 September 1898 and baptised 9 January 1899 by

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Children of James Richard KELWAY (3) (1) and Mary Ann PETERSEN née SUMMERS: 1. James Richard KELWAY born 7 November 1887. His father's occupation was recorded as

carpenter. Children of John (3) (2) and Mary KELWAY: 1. Florence Phoebe KELWAY born 12 August 1883 and baptised 23 September 1883 by Holy

Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Florence, age 5, died 20 September 1888 from typhoid pneumonia in Stanley and was buried 23 September 1888 in Grave I596.

2. Isabella Amelia KELWAY born 23 February 1885 in Stanley and baptised 21 June 1885 by

Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Isobel was married to Gordon Leslie CHALLEN, carpenter, 12 October 1914 at Christ Church Cathedral by C McDonald Hobley, Chaplain. The witnesses were John G Kelway, Celina H Kelway and George McLaren. Isobel’s father was recorded as John George Kelway, engineer, and Gordon’s father was recorded as William Challen, foreman carpenter. Gordon, Isabell and their three children went on leave to the UK in 1929.

3. John George KELWAY born 2 August 1886 in Stanley and baptised 23 September 1886 by

Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as engine driver. John, a mechanic, was married to Mary FLEURET, widow, 22 July 1924 at Christ Church Cathedral by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were Douglas Fleuret and Gladys Fleuret. John’s father was recorded as John Kelway, deceased engineer, and Mary’s father was recorded as James Pitaluga, deceased shepherd. In 1947, John age 61 and an engineer, and Mary, age 69, went to the UK on leave. John, age 71 and a retired engineer, died 12 August 1957 in Stanley and was buried 15 August 1957 in Grave Q1590. Mary, age 80 and a widow, died 20 November 1958 in Stanley and was buried 22 November 1958 in Grave Q1622.

4. Alfred Richard KELWAY born 22 March 1888 in Stanley and baptised 27 May 1888 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as engine driver. Alfred, age 9, died 20 March 1897 in Stanley from oedema of glottis and was buried 23 March 1897 in Grave I598.

5. Clara Marion KELWAY born 27 March 1890 in Stanley and baptised 20 April 1890 by Holy

Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as engine driver. Clara, age 6 months died 13 September 1890 in Stanley from convulsions and was buried 16 September 1890 in Grave I597.

6. Selena Helen KELWAY born 4 December 1892 in Stanley and baptised 22 January 1893 by

Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as engineer. Selina was married to George Manuel McLAREN, labourer, 7 March 1915 at Christ Church Cathedral by Banns, by Edward J Seymour, Dean & Chaplain. The witnesses were G Kelway, John G Kelway and Isabell A Challen. Selina’s father was recorded as John George Kelway, engineer. In 1928 George went to Montevideo, Uruguay for a “change of climate” and Selina accompanied him. George died from tuberculosis 28 July 1939 and was buried 29 July 1939 in Grave Ei1137. Selina went on medical to the British Hospital, Montevideo, Uruguay in 1946.

7. Byrnis Claude KELWAY born 19 December 1896 and baptised 14 February 1897 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as engineer. Byrnes, age 4 months, died April 1897 and was buried in Grave I 599.


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Children of Fanny (3) (3) and Robert YATES: 1. Alexander Manuel KELWAY born 1 December 1880 in Stanley. His father's occupation was

recorded as butcher. Alexander, a shepherd, was married to Caroline Connisbee PERRY née BENDER, widow, 4 February 1921 at Fox Bay West, West Falkland by Registrar's Licence by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were Michael Robson and Annabella McKay. Caroline died 1 December 1936, age 46, of breast cancer (no burial record). Alexander died 22 October 1957 in Stanley and is buried in Grave Q1599

2. Leo Thomas YATES born 28 March 1882 in Stanley. 3. Mary YATES born 19 January 1884. Mary was married to Antonio CANEPA, mariner, 20

June 1902 in St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Stanley. 4. Welsford John YATES born 12 June 1886 in Stanley. Welsford, a shepherd, died 2

September 1915 at Teal Inlet of beri beri and is buried in Grave B795. [See CM Oct 1915] 5. Helen YATES born 29 November 1888 (twin). Helen died 12 January 1890 of tabes

mesenterica and is buried in Grave C274. 6. Robert YATES born 29 November 1888 (twin). Robert, a shepherd, was married to Lucy

LARSEN 13 August 1921 at North Arm, East Falkland by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were Ellen Halliday and J J G Halliday. They later divorced. Lucy was married to (2) Theodore Conrad ROWLANDS, labourer, 14 March 1928 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by Special Licence by M Craigie Halkett, Ag Registrar General.

7. Victorina Hennessy YATES born 14 December 1891. Victorina was married to Charles

John Bond PAICE, shepherd of Rincon Grande, 9 February 1910 in Christ Church Cathedral after Banns by Edward J Seymour, Chaplain & Hon Canon. The witnesses were William Charles McDaid and Caroline Rosalie McDaid. Victorina died 21 December 1956 at sea on route from Montevideo to Stanley and is buried in Grave P1580. Charles died 6 January 1960 at Stanley and is buried in Grave P1656.

8. Lavinia YATES born 25 April 1895. Lavinia was married to Walter John SUMMERS,

labourer, 18 August 1915 at Christ Church Cathedral by C McDonald Hobley, Chaplain. The witnesses were Sylvia Summers, Robert Yates, V Summers and John F Summers. Walter died 28 August 1963 in Stanley and is buried in Grave L1742. Lavenia died 14 August 1982, age 87, in Stanley and is buried in Grave L1980.

9. St Anastasia YATES born 1 January 1899. In 1907 he was cared for by Mrs McAtasney and

she was paid £1 a month for his upkeep by his brothers Manuel and John. His brother Leo paid 10/- a month for his upkeep. [FIC/EG/1907]

Children of George (3) (4) and Susanna KELWAY: 1. Boy KELWAY born 8 October 1891 in Stanley. Stillborn.

2. Elsie Malvina KELWAY born 8 January 1893 and baptised 19 February 1893 by Christ

Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Elsie was married to Frank Buchannan HOWATT, labourer, 17 January 1912 in the Tabernacle, Stanley after Banns by Robert Johnson, Nonconformist Minister. The witnesses were G Kelway, junior and Alice Etheridge. Frank’s father was recorded as Walter Donald Howatt, engineer and Elsie’s as George Frederick Kelway, storekeeper. On 14 July 1913 the Governor appointed


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Frank as Assistant Light-keeper at an annual salary of £96. He also received a house allowance of £36 a year. Sometime after January 1914 Frank and his family went to the UK. They arrived back from Liverpool with their family on board the Orcoma 8 December 1919. Frank must have resumed working for the Falkland Islands Company Ltd as in 1920 he represented them in a football match. In October 1927 Frank went to Punta Arenas in service with HMS Afterglow. On the 23 April 1936 Frank, Elsie and two of their children, Evelyn and Eric, departed for the UK on board the Lafonia. By November 1936 Frank was employed on mv Cameroni running between Glasgow & New York. [Penguin Wed 4 Nov 1936] In 1941 Frank was working as a shipyard worker. Frank died in Glasgow 20 December 1964 age 76.

3. Ernest Arthur KELWAY born 9 September 1894 and baptised 24 October 1894 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Ernest, a sailor on board the ss California drowned 7 February 1917 as a result of an attack by an enemy submarine. He drowned attempting to save two babies in the water. Both babies were saved but as a non-swimmer he drowned. [FIM May 1917]

4. Edward George KELWAY born 26 September 1897 and baptised 7 November 1897 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Edward, age 39 and a skilled labourer, went to the UK in 1937 to visit relatives. His wife Elise, age 38 and born in Manchester, accompanied him. Edward, age 54 and a blacksmith, died 29 September 1951 from bronchitis and a pulmonary embolism and was buried in Grave 1463. Elise, age 53 and a housekeeper, emigrated to the UK in 1952.

5. Evelyn Blanch KELWAY born 1 December 1902 and baptised 8 February 1903 by Christ

Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as storekeeper. Evelyn, age 7, died 5 December 1909 from tuberculous meningitis and was buried in Grave I715.

Children of Henry (3) (6) and Eliza KELWAY: 1. Helen Jane KELWAY born 16 July 1890 at the Estancia, East Falkland and baptised 24

August 1890 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Helen died 21 September 1890, age 2 months, from laximiture and was buried 24 September 1890 in Grave I606.

Children of Annie KELWAY (3) (7): 1. William Alfred KELWAY born 5 December 1884 and baptised 28 January 1885 by Holy

Trinity Church. His father was not recorded.

Children of Janet (Annie) (3) (7) and John COLEMAN: 1. Child COLEMAN (see obituary for John – no record of a child being born, assume stillborn or

died soon after birth) 2. Emily Orissa COLEMAN born 27 February 1889 in Stanley and baptised 28 April 1889 by

Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as baker. Emily was married to Herbert PAICE, assistant lighthouse keeper, 10 February 1910 in Christ Church Cathedral after Banns by Edward J Seymour, Chaplain & Hon Canon. The witnesses were John Miller and Florence Evelyn Coleman. Emily’s father was recorded as John Coleman, mason, and Herbert’s father was recorded as Nathaniel Paice, shepherd. Emily, Herbert and their child travelled to Punta Arenas 22 July 1913 on board the Orcoma. Emily, Herbert and four children


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arrived from Punta Arenas 23 December 1923 on the Falkland. Emily, Herbert and three children departed for Punta Arenas 8 May 1924 on the Oropesa.

3. Eva Edith COLEMAN born 6 March 1891 in Stanley. Her father's occupation was recorded as

baker. Eva died 24 August 1891, age 6 months, from convulsions and was buried in Grave I603.

4. John James COLEMAN born 11 May 1893 in Stanley and baptised 30 July 1893 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as baker. Fought during World War I in King Edward’s Horse Regiment no. 1118. Discharged 12 October 1919. Supposed to have died 6 April 1965 in South America. Owned an English hotel called Costa del Sud in Argentina in the 1940s. In 1960 he had Swan Hotel in Rio Gallegos, Argentina. [Per Monica May] John was still alive when his father died in 1947.

5. Malvina COLEMAN born 12 August 1894 and baptised Lily Malvina COLEMAN 26 August

1894 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as baker. Lillie departed for Punta Arenas 29 July 1908 on the Orita with Consul and Mrs Rowen who she was in service to. From 1 November 1909 10 shillings of her wage was paid each month to her father, John Coleman. She was still in service to the Rowens and living in Punta Arenas. Lily was still alive when her father died in 1947.

6. Florence Eveline COLEMAN born 1 November 1895. Her father's occupation was recorded

as baker. Florence, age 18, was married to (1) John McLean McKAY, shepherd, 10 April 1913 at the Registry Office, Stanley by Special Licence by M Craigie-Halkett. The witnesses were Mary Mackay and James R McKay. Florence’s father was recorded as John Coleman, baker, and John’s father was recorded as John McKay, shepherd. Florence, a widow, was married to (2) Stanley George BERNTSEN, labourer, 4 June 1946 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by H Bennett, Ag Registrar General. The witnesses were Mrs Gertie May and Mrs Mary Fullerton. Florence’s father was recorded as John Coleman, retired, and Stanley’s father was recorded as Abner Marentius Napoleon Berntsen, deceased. Stanley died 30 August 1967 in Stanley and is buried in Grave T2082.

7. Boy COLEMAN born 9 January 1897. Stillborn. His father's occupation was recorded as

baker. 8. Frederick Albert COLEMAN born 14 May 1898 in Stanley and baptised 4 September 1898 by

Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as baker. Frederick, a builder, was married to Edivie Lena SMITH, divorced housewife, 14 May 1953 at the Office of the Registrar General, Stanley by Arthur Rutter, Acting Registrar. The witnesses were P Anderson and G Anderson. Frederick’s father was recorded as John Coleman, deceased baker, and Edivie’s father was recorded as William Anderson, deceased shepherd. Edivie died 14 October 1971 in Stanley, age 73, and was buried 16 October 1971 in Grave U2176. Frederick died 10 April 1984, age 85, in the hospital fire, and was buried 13 April 1984 in Grave V3019.

9. Ethel Ann COLEMAN born 29 September 1899. Her father's occupation was recorded as

baker. Ethel died 14 October 1899 and was buried 17 October 1899 in Grave I605. 10. Gertrude Maud COLEMAN born 22 April 1901. Her father's occupation was recorded as

baker. Gertrude was married to (1) Horace James Edward MAY, labourer, 27 May 1920 at The Chartres, West Falkland by Registrar's Licence by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were William Binnie and Rose May. Gertrude’s father was recorded as John Coleman, mason, and Horace’s father was recorded as Frederick May, gardener. Gertrude, a widow, was married to (2) Alfred Peter ANDERSON, labourer, 15 May 1947 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by J E Hamilton, Registrar General. The witnesses were Mrs Lena Smith and F


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C Coleman. Gertrude’s father was recorded as John Coleman, retired, and Alfred’s father was recorded as William Anderson, deceased.

11. Sybil Muriel COLEMAN born 8 June 1903 in Stanley and baptised 13 September 1903 by

Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Sybil died 7 August 1931, age 26, from tabes mesenterica and was buried 9 August 1931 in Grave K1023.

12. Isabell Pearl COLEMAN born 17 July 1905 and baptised 26 October 1905 by Christ Church

Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as baker. Isabella was married to Albert CLIFTON, sailor, 15 June 1927 at Christ Church Cathedral by Banns by Frederick S Vaughan, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were R Hansen and Jessie Clifton. Isabella’s father was recorded as John Coleman, mason, and Albert’s father was recorded as Henry Clifton, butcher. Isabella died 17 October 1940 from acute broncho-pneumonic pthisis and chronic pulmonary tuberculosis at her parents’ home and was buried in Grave K1170. [Obituary FI News Weekly 24

Oct 1940]

Children of Amelia (3) (8) and John HOPE: 1. Ethel HOPE born 31 December 1887 and baptised 22 January 1888 by Holy Trinity Church.

Her father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Ethel, age 19 & living in Punta Arenas, was married to (1) William Norman SCOTT, age 23 & an electrician living in Punta Arenas, 6 June 1907 in St James Church, Punta Arenas according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Church of England after civil marriage on the same day by Edwin Coupland Aspinall, British Chaplain. The witnesses were William Cain, Evelyn Richardson and Cyril William Vans. William’s father was recorded as William Norman Scott, clerk in the Post Office, England, and Ethel’s father was recorded as Henry Hope, sailor. Ethel, age 28 & a widow living in Punta Arenas, was married to (2) William HOLMONS, age 35 & a hotel proprietor living in Punta Arenas, 15 July 1916 in St James Church, Punta Arenas according to the Rites and Ceremonies of the Church of England after civil registration by J C Coter. The witnesses were P C Child and H C Kelway. William’s father was recorded as Henry William Holmons, hotel proprietor, and Ethel’s father was recorded as Henry Hope, sailor.

Children of Orissa (3) (10) and Charles HANSEN: 7. Charles William “William” HANSEN born 12 September 1890 and baptised 12 October

1890 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Charles went to Punta Arenas, Chile in 1920. Charles was married to Ellen “Nelly” MacLean (not in the Falkland Islands).

8. Eva Amelia HANSEN born 6 October 1891 in Stanley and baptised 11 December 1898 by

Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Eva, age 22, was married to Alexander PITALUGA, age 23 and a sheep farmer, 7 January 1914 at Christ Church Cathedral by Banns by C McDonald Hobley. Chaplain. The witnesses were William John McAtasney and Maggie McAtasney. Alexander’s father was recorded as Alexander McIntosh Pitaluga, sheep farmer, and Eva’s father was recorded as Charles Hansen, shepherd. Eva and Alexander travelled to Punta Arenas, Chile in 1920. Alexander died 7 January 1958 at Stanley and is buried in Grave Q1605. Eva died 2 October 1970 at Stanley and is buried in Grave Q1796.

9. George Dederick HANSEN born 3 May 1893 in Stanley and baptised George Didrick

HANSEN 10 February 1901 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as blacksmith. George, a shepherd, was married to Rachel McRae 20 June 1916 at Weddell Island Station by Governor's Licence by C McDonald Hobley, Chaplain. The


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witnesses were Roderick d McRae and Duncan McRae. George’s father was recorded as Charles Hansen, mariner, and Rachel’s father was recorded as Farquhar McRae, shepherd. George, age 38 and a mariner, went on holiday to the UK and Uruguay in 1932. George, age 63 and a steward, and Rachel, age 58 and a housewife, went to Uruguay in 1956. George was 5 foot 3 inches tall with grey eyes and black hair and Rachel was 5 foot 3 ½ inches tall with grey eyes and dark hair. Rachel, age 59, died 5 May 1957 in Stanley from a heart attack and was buried 8 May 1957 in Grave Q1586. George, age 73 and a steward, went on holiday to Montevideo in 1966. George, age 76 and the steward of the Colony Club, died 28 June 1969 in Stanley and was buried 3 July 1969 in Grave Q1784.

10. Frederick Henry HANSEN born 13 November 1894 in Stanley. Frederick, a cook, was

married to Louisa Hannah WATSON 8 July 1920 at North Arm, East Falkland by Special Licence by J Stanley Smith, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were William Henry Watson and Emma Jane Watson. Frederick’s father was recorded as Charles Hansen, navvy, and Louisa’s father was recorded as William Henry Watson, shepherd. Frederick and Louisa later divorced. Frederick, age 41 and a labourer, went to Punta Arenas seeking employment in 1936. Frederick was 5 foot 2 inches tall with grey eyes and dark brown hair. Frederick, age 49 and a cook in the Royal Navy, went to the UK in 1944 on naval service. Frederick died prior to September 1970 but there is no record of his death in the Falkland Islands. Louisa, age 76 and a widow, died 25 January 1978 in Stanley and was buried 28 January 1978 in Grave U1913.

11. Helbert Stanley “Stanley” HANSEN born 10 March 1897 and baptised Hilbert Stanley HANSEN 4 July 1897. His father's occupation was recorded as sailor. Helbert was married to Monica Barbara Helen NANDEN (not in the Falkland Islands).

12. Winifred Letitia “Winnie” HANSEN born 12 October 1898 and baptised 11 December 1898

by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Married William Henry CLEMENS. Winifred came to the Falkland Islands on holiday in 1925. Winifred was living at Fenton Station, Magallanes in 1934.

13. Florence Orissa “Flo” HANSEN born 14 December 1900 and baptised 10 February 1901

by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Florence was baptised 8 June 1919 by St James Church, Punta Arenas, Chile. Florence, age 22 and living in Punta Arenas, was married to Gustavus STANTON-YONGE, age 34 and a farmer, 21 June 1923 in St James Church, Punta Arenas, Chile according to the rites and ceremonies of the Church of England after civil ceremony by John Williams, British Chaplain. The witnesses were Alexander Pitaluga and Adolph Nissen. Gustavus’ father was recorded as Edward Stanton Yonge, deceased, and Florence’s father was recorded as Charles Hansen, mariner. Florence was living in Magallanes in 1934. Gustavus was buried 10 December 1968 in Patagonia. Florence was buried 28 April 1976 in Patagonia.

14. Rupert Walsford HANSEN born 28 February 1902 and baptised Rupert Welsford HANSEN

5 May 1902 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Rupert, a farm labourer, was married to Gertrude Minnie “Minnie” McKAY, domestic servant, 21 May 1931 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by Special Licence by G R L Brown, Registrar General. The witnesses were Rachel Hansen and Herbert Stanley Hansen. Rupert’s father was recorded as Charles Hansen, farm labourer, and Gertrude’s father was recorded as John McKay, farm labourer. Gertrude, age 21, died 5 November 1936 in Stanley from pulmonary tuberculosis and was buried 8 November 1936 in Grave K1101.

15. Lilian Julia “Lily” HANSEN born 26 November 1903 and baptised Julia Lilian HANSEN 19

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was married to Louis Charles “Carlos” VEGA (not in the Falkland Islands). Lilian was living in Chile in 1934.

16. Marjorie Ellen HANSEN born 28 November 1905 and baptised 19 February 1906 by Christ

Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Marjorie, age 1 year and 9 months, died 27 September 1907 in Stanley from whooping cough and bronchitis and was buried 27 September 1907 in Grave I 604 next to her mother.

Children of Edith (3) (14) and Albert BIGGS: 1. Frederick Richard Lawrence BIGGS born 23 November 1899. His father's occupation was

recorded as general workman. Frederick, age 4 months, died 11 March 1900 in Stanley from bronchitis and convulsions and was buried 13 March 1900 in Grave A161.

2. Horace Harold BIGGS born 9 January 1901. His father's occupation was not recorded. Horace, a labourer, was married to Grace Elizabeth GOODWIN 5 August 1948 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by J E Hamilton, Registrar General. The witnesses were Mrs Betty Goodwin and N Binnie. Horace’s father was recorded as Albert Edward Biggs, retired, and Grace’s father was recorded as John Goodwin, labourer. Horace, age 59 and a labourer, died 4 February 1960 in Stanley and was buried 6 February 1960 in Grave S1658.

3. Leslie Edward BIGGS born 8 September 1904 on Douglas Station. His father's occupation

was recorded as shepherd. Leslie, a baker, was married to Margaret Ann NEILSON, divorced domestic servant, 16 December 1947 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by J E Hamilton, Registrar General. The witnesses were Lennard Grant and Milly Grant. Leslie’s father was recorded as Albert Biggs, retired, and Margaret’s father was not recorded and her maiden name was Cartmell. Leslie, age 678 and a labourer, died 18 May 1973 in Stanley and was buried 22 May 1973 in Grave U1803. Margaret went to the Argentine in 1975 on medical.

4. Albert Percival BIGGS born 17 January 1906 in Stanley. His father's occupation was

recorded as general workman. Percival, age 22 and a shepherd, died 12 April 1928 in Stanley from post-operative asthma & bronchitis and cardiac failure and was buried 15 April 1928 in Grave K975.

5. Cyril Charles BIGGS born 25 September 1907 on Douglas Station. His father's occupation

was recorded as shepherd. Cyril, age 3 months, died 1 January 1908 from bronchitis and convulsions and is possibly buried at either Darwin or Douglas Station.

6. Amelia Alice BIGGS born 24 August 1908 on Douglas Station. Her father's occupation was

recorded as shepherd. Amelia, age 2 hours, died 24 August 1908 on Douglas Station from premature birth and is probably buried there.

7. Kathleen Leah BIGGS born 12 October 1909. Her father's occupation was not recorded.

Kathleen was married to (1) Archie George Alexander MAY, navvy, 23 December 1929 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by Special Licence by M Craigie Halkett, Registrar General. The witnesses were Horace Harold Biggs and Sydney George Aldridge. Archie’s father was recorded as Frederick May, deceased, and Kathleen’s father was recorded as Albert Biggs, forema. Archie died 4 October 1941 of pulmonary tuberculosis and is buried in Grave L1196. Kathleen, a widow, was married to (2) William John PERRY, labourer, 24 May 1946 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by H Bennett, Ag Registrar General. The witnesses were H H Biggs and Milly Grant. William’s father was recorded as James Julian Perry, retired, and Kathleen’s father was recorded as Frederick Albert Edward Biggs, labourer. Kathleen died 14 April 1949 of pulmonary tuberculosis at Pioneer Row and is buried in Grave Q1399.


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8. Milly BIGGS born 4 December 1917 on Douglas Station. Her father's occupation was

recorded as farm hand. Milly was married to Leonard GRANT, foreman ss San Castro, 29 August 1942 at the Nonconformist Church (Tabernacle), Stanley by Walter Forrest McWhan, Minister of Religion. The witnesses were N Harper and E Hirtle. Leonard’s father was recorded as Lewis Grant, labourer, and Milly’s father was recorded as Albert Biggs, labourer. Lennard, age 84 and a pensioner, died 6 April 2002 and is buried in Grave V3348. Milly, age 92, died 25 October 2010 and is buried in Grave V3349.

9. Ernest Ray BIGGS born 21 February 1922. His father's occupation was recorded as

shepherd. Ernest, age 10 months, died 29 January 1923 on Douglas Station from congenital morbus cordis, malnutrition and resulting convulsions and is probably buried there.

Children of Hannah (4) (1) and Michael DOOLAN: 1. Mary Ann DOOLAN born 3 April 1883 and baptised 27 May 1883 by Holy Trinity Church.

Mary, age 19, was married to Andrew Christian JENSEN, age 27, Danish and a captain in the Merchant Service living in Punta Arenas 4 March 1902 in Punta Arenas. The witnesses were Arthur Lilley and Arthur Biggs. Andrew’s parents were recorded as Hans Jensen and Cristina Jensen née Wertts, and Mary’s parents were recorded as Michael Doolan and Ana Doolan née Biggs. See below – Sarah Elizabeth. Mary Ann died 5 July 1904 age 21 in Punta Arenas and was buried there. Memoriam to Mary Ann Jensen by her aunt MAW. [CM Aug 1904] Memoriam to Mary Ann Jensen from her sisters E & S Doolan. [CM Sep 1904]

2. Eleanor/Ellen DOOLAN born 1 December 1884 at Chartres River. Baptised 15 May 1885 by

Holy Trinity Church. Married to Herbert Ambrose HARDY 24 February 1906 in Punta Arenas, Chile. [CM Mar 1906] Herbert, of Avenida Espana 940, Punta Arenas, was buried 28 December 1939, age 57, by St James Anglican Church in Punta Arenas.

3. Sarah Elizabeth DOOLAN born 30 October 1886 in Stanley. Baptised 9 January 1887 by

Holy Trinity Church. Married to Andrew Christian JENSEN (see (1) widower of Sarah’s sister Mary), a widower and captain in the Merchant Service living in Punta Arenas, 1 August 1906 in the house of Mr Herbert Hardy, Punta Arenas by Edwin C Aspinall, British Chaplain. Andrew died prior to his daughter’s marriage in 1932. Sarah was confirmed by St James Church, Punta Arenas 12 March 1933 age 46.

4. Emily Rose Angela DOOLAN born 25 December 1888 at Punta Arenas and baptised 17

March 1889 in Punta Arenas. Her godparents were John Doolan and Ellen Doolan née McGregor. Emily DOOLAN born circa 1888 (not in Falkland Islands). Married to Murdo McDONALD, age 27 and a manager living in Punta Arenas, 18 November 1911 in St James’ Church, Punta Arenas. Emily was 23. Emily died in 1926 in Mendoza, Argentina. Murdo died in the British Hospital, Buenos Aires, 23 April 1944 and was buried in the British Cemetery Tuesday 25 April 1944.

5. Michael Cophfield DOOLAN born 19 January 1890 in Magallanes and baptised 7 January

1892 in Punta Arenas. The family were living at Mr Youngs, Peckett Harbour. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Michael was married to María Clara PAREDES in 1944 in Punta Arenas. They had two children.

6. William DOOLAN born 26 October 1891 in Punta Arenas and baptised 7 January 1892 in

Patagonia. The family were living at Mr Youngs, Peckett Harbour. His father's occupation was recorded as farmer and his age as 33. (Died in infancy?)


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7. Son DOOLAN born 7 December 1892 at Peckett Harbour. (Died in infancy?) 8. William Thomas DOOLAN (twin) born 6 December 1893 at Pecket, Magallanes and baptised

21 February 1894 in Punta Arenas. His godparents were William Bradford and Alice Charlotte. William was married to Carmen Luisa VARGAS in 1932. They had nine children.

9. Catherine Flora DOOLAN (twin) born 7 December 1893 at Pecket, Magallanes and baptised

21 February 1894 in Punta Arenas. Her godparents were William Bradford and Alice Charlotte.

10. John Patrick DOOLAN born 10 November 1895 at Gallegos Chicho, Patagonia and baptised

21 January 1898. His godparents were Ralph Williams and Ellen Doolan. John died in South America in 1933.

11. Francis James “Frank” DOOLAN born 20 January 1898 at Gallegos Chicho, Patagonia and

baptised 21 January 1898. His godparents were Francis Simpson and Mary Ann Doolan. Francis, age 39, was married to Balvina GÓMEZ, age 25, 22 May 1937 in the Roman Catholic Church Maria Auxiliadora in Puerto Natales. Francis’ parents were recorded as Michael Doolan and Ana Simpson and Balvina’s parents were recorded as Facundo Gómez and Clorinda Andrade.

12. Charles Alfred DOOLAN born 15 December 1899 at Gallegos Chico, Patagonia. Charles

was married to Felisa SANDOVAL. They had seven children. Charles died in South America in 1975.

13. Mark Andrew Edward DOOLAN born 9 October 1901 at Gallegos Chico, Patagonia. Mark

settled Coyhaique Chico. Mark died at Coyhaique in 1959.

14. Nora Hannah DOOLAN born 1904 (in Patagonia?) Nora, age 27, was married to Otto PEDERSEN, age 49, 7 February 1932 in the Roman Catholic Church María Auxiliadora, Puerto Natales. Otto’s parents were recorded as Andres Pedersen and Cloidina Pedersen née Canusen, and Nora’s parents were recorded as Michael Doolan and Hannah Doolan née Biggs. Nora and Otto had 5 children. Nora died in South America in 1993.

15. Robert DOOLAN born circa 1906 (in Patagonia?). Robert was married to Antonia AGUILAR.

Robert, age 24, was buried 4 October 1930 in Punta Arenas by St James Anglican Church.

16. Ernest Francis DOOLAN born 4 October 1908 (?) at Ruben-Aike and baptised 1 January 1909. His godparent was Emily Doolan, age 20. His father was recorded as being 53 and his mother as being 44. Ernest was married to María Luisa OVANDO. They had two children.

Children of James (4) (2) and Rose BIGGS: 1. Frederick James BIGGS born 14 July 1888 at Roy Cove and baptised 4 November 1888 by

Holy Trinity Church. His father's occupation was recorded as carter. Frederick, age 26 and a private in the FI Volunteer Force, drowned 1 December 1914 while crossing between Engineer Pt & W/T Station and was buried Sunday 6 December 1914 in Grave A776.

2. Alfred May BIGGS born 29 October 1889 and baptised 3 November 1889 by Holy Trinity

Church. His father's occupation was not recorded. Alfred, a labourer, was married to Mabel Isabella CLARKE 13 June 1922 at the Office of the Registrar General, Stanley by Special Licence by M Craigie-Halkett, Registrar General. The witnesses were John Henry Archibald Clarke and Jane Lucasia Clarke. Mabel’s father was George Henry Clarke, carter. Mabel,


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age 19, died 18 July 1925 from pulmonary tuberculosis and was buried 21 July 1925 in Grave K924. Alfred, age 51, died 28 August 1941 from post operative peritonitis, and is buried in Grave L1193.

3. Lily Rosina BIGGS born 16 November 1890 and baptised Lily Rosetta BIGGS 28 February

1891 by Holy Trinity Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Lily was married to Albert George SUMMERS, shepherd, 18 April 1913 at the Registry Office, Stanley by Special Licence by M Craigie-Halkett, Registrar General. The witnesses were Ella Malvina King and Alfred May Biggs. Albert’s father was recorded as Edwad Nathaniel Summers, shepherd. Lily died 27 January 1934 from broncho pneumonia and cardiac failure.

4. Phoebe Elizabeth BIGGS born 11 September 1892 and baptised 3 April 1893 by Christ

Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as carter. Phoebe was married to William Alexander SUMMERS, sailor, 14 June 1911 at Christ Church Cathedral by Edward J Seymour, Dean & Chaplain. The witnesses were James Thomas Biggs, Vincent May Summers and Lily Rosina Biggs. William’s father was recorded as Edward Nathaniel George Summers, shepherd, and Phoebe’s father was recorded as James Thomas Biggs, shepherd. Phoebe, age 69, died 17 February 1962 in Stanley and was buried 21 February 1962 in Grave S1713. William, age 73 and a retired labourer, died 27 June 1963 in Stanley and was buried 3 July 1963 in Grave S1740.

5. Mable Eleanor BIGGS born 15 September 1894 and baptised 28 October 1894 by Christ

Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Mabel, age 14 months, died 19 November 1895 from congestion of the lungs after influenza and was buried at Roy Cove.

6. Bernard Nathaniel BIGGS born 20 August 1896. His father's occupation was recorded as

shepherd. Bernard, age 10 days, died on West Falkland 30 August 1896 from congestion of the lungs and infantile convulsions (no burial record, may be buried at Roy Cove).

Children of Albert (5) (1) and Edith BIGGS: 1. Frederick Richard Lawrence BIGGS born 23 November 1899 and baptised 24 December

1899 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as general workman. Frederick, age 4 months, died 11 March 1900 in Stanley from bronchitis and convulsions and was buried 13 March 1900 in Grave A161.

2. Horace Harald BIGGS born 9 January 1901 and baptised 17 February 1901 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was not recorded. Horace, a labourer, was married to Grace Elizabeth GOODWIN 5 August 1948 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by J E Hamilton, Registrar General. The witnesses were Mrs Betty Goodwin and N Binnie. Horace’s father was recorded as Albert Edward Biggs, retired, and Grace’s father was recorded as John Goodwin, labourer. Horace, age 59 and a labourer, died 4 February 1960 in Stanley and was buried 6 February 1960 in Grave S1658.

3. Leslie Edward BIGGS born 8 September 1904 on Douglas Station and baptised 17 February

1905 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Leslie, a baker, was married to Margaret Ann NEILSON, divorced domestic servant, 16 December 1947 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by J E Hamilton, Registrar General. The witnesses were Lennard Grant and Milly Grant. Leslie’s father was recorded as Albert Biggs, retired, and Margaret’s father was not recorded and her maiden name was Cartmell. Leslie, age 68 and a labourer, died 18 May 1973 in Stanley and was buried 22 May 1973 in Grave U1803. Margaret went to the Argentine in 1975 on medical.


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4. Albert Percival “Percy” BIGGS born 17 January 1906 in Stanley and baptised 19 February

1906 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as general workman. Percy, age 22 and a shepherd, died 12 April 1928 in Stanley from post-operative asthma & bronchitis and cardiac failure and was buried 15 April 1928 in Grave K975.

5. Cyril Charles BIGGS born 25 September 1907 on Douglas Station. His father's occupation

was recorded as shepherd. Cyril, age 3 months, died 1 January 1908 from bronchitis and convulsions and is possibly buried at either Darwin or Douglas Station.

6. Amelia Alice BIGGS born 24 August 1908 on Douglas Station. Her father's occupation was

recorded as shepherd. Amelia, age 2 hours, died 24 August 1908 on Douglas Station from premature birth and is probably buried there.

7. Kathleen Leah BIGGS born 12 October 1909 and baptised 15 June 1910 by Christ Church

Cathedral. Her father's occupation was not recorded. Kathleen was married to (1) Archie George Alexander MAY, navvy, 23 December 1929 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by Special Licence by M Craigie Halkett, Registrar General. The witnesses were Horace Harold Biggs and Sydney George Aldridge. Archie’s father was recorded as Frederick May, deceased, and Kathleen’s father was recorded as Albert Biggs, forema. Archie died 4 October 1941 of pulmonary tuberculosis and is buried in Grave L1196. Kathleen, a widow, was married to (2) William John PERRY, labourer, 24 May 1946 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by H Bennett, Ag Registrar General. The witnesses were H H Biggs and Milly Grant. William’s father was recorded as James Julian Perry, retired, and Kathleen’s father was recorded as Frederick Albert Edward Biggs, labourer. Kathleen died 14 April 1949 of pulmonary tuberculosis at Pioneer Row and is buried in Grave Q1399.

8. Milly BIGGS born 4 December 1917 on Douglas Station and baptised 31 January 1918 by

Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as farm hand. Milly was married to Leonard GRANT, foreman ss San Castro, 29 August 1942 at the Nonconformist Church (Tabernacle), Stanley by Walter Forrest McWhan, Minister of Religion. The witnesses were N Harper and E Hirtle. Leonard’s father was recorded as Lewis Grant, labourer, and Milly’s father was recorded as Albert Biggs, labourer. Lennard, age 84 and a pensioner, died 6 April 2002 and is buried in Grave V3348. Milly, age 92, died 25 October 2010 and is buried in Grave V3349.

9. Ernest Ray BIGGS born 21 February 1922. His father's occupation was recorded as

shepherd. Ernest, age 10 months, died 29 January 1923 on Douglas Station from congenital morbus cordis, malnutrition and resulting convulsions and is probably buried there.

Children of William (5) (4) and Mary BIGGS: 1. Mary Janet BIGGS born 7 October 1905 on West Falkland and baptised Janet Mary BIGGS

11 June 1906 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd.

2. Dorothy Wilhelmina BIGGS born 5 October 1912 on West Falkland and baptised 25 February 1913 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Dorothy was married to Arthur Henry DAVIS, labourer, 15 March 1929 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by Special Licence by L Murdoch, Ag Registrar General. The witnesses were Lewis Moore Richards and Sylvia Newman. Arthur’s father was recorded as Richard Davis, labourer, and Dorothy’s father was recorded as William Biggs, labourer. Arthur, age 69 and a retired farm worker, died in Stanley 28 April 1974 and was buried 1 May 1974 in Grave U1823. Dorothy, age 73, died in Stanley 27 October 1985 and was buried 30 October 1985 in Grave U1824.


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3. Edward John BIGGS born 18 January 1915 at Roy Cove and baptised 5 February 1916 by

Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Edward, a shepherd, was married to Alexandrina Louisa “Louisa” PECK 5 August 1947 at Christ Church Cathedral by R G R Calvert, Senior Chaplain. The witnesses were James Keith Biggs and Katherine Wilhelmina Jessie Watson. Louisa’s father was recorded as George Walter Peck, deceased farm manager, and Edward’s father was recorded as William Biggs, deceased labourer. Edward, age 35 and a shepherd, drowned at Walker Creek sometime from the 16-20 July 1949. Alexandrina, age 37 and a widow, died in Stanley 1 May 1952 from pulmonary tuberculosis and was buried 5 May 1952 in Grave Q1482.

4. James Keith “Jimmy” BIGGS born 28 January 1924 at Roy Cove and baptised 23 February 1924 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. James, age 56 and a shepherd, died at North Arm 21 August 1980 from burns sustained when the bunkhouse was severely damaged by fire. James was buried 25 August 1980 in Grave U1812. [Obituary Penguin News 25 Sept 1980]

Children of Lily (5) (5) and Hugh JONES: 1. Florence Gertrude JONES born 24 December 1905 in Stanley and baptised 12 January 1906

by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Florence was married to Colin McKINNON, boatswain, 14 August 1932 at St Mary's Roman Catholic Chapel, Stanley by Banns by Mario Louis Migone, Priest in Charge. The witnesses were Malvina Reive and Leonard Reive. Florence’s father was recorded as Hugh Jones, mariner, and Colin’s father was recorded as Peter McKinnon, farmer. Colin was born 27 August 1894 in South Uist, Inverness-shire, Scotland. Florence and Colin, a seaman, went on holiday to England in 1936. Colin emigrated to the UK in 1946. Florence and Peter emigrated to Tasmania to reside with Colin in 1947. Florence, a housekeeper, and Peter, a police constable, went to the UK on holiday in 1960.

2. Ivor Hugh JONES born 17 September 1915 in Stanley and baptised 9 January 1916 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Used to man the gun at Gypsy Cove during World War II. Ivor, a farm worker, died 6 December 1967 in Stanley from a cerebral haemorrhage and was buried 8 December 1967 in Grave T2089

3. William John JONES born 20 March 1918 in Stanley and baptised 9 May 1918 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as mariner. In 1946 William, a hotelkeeper, travelled to the UK to participate in the Victory Parade. In 1954 William, a police constable, travelled to the UK to attend the Boys’ Brigade International Camp. William, manager of the Government Employees Canteen, was married to Theodora Emily MAY, divorced clerk, 14 October 1961 at the Office of the Registrar General, Stanley by Harold Bennett, Registrar General. The witnesses were P W Peck and J M Hardy. William’s father was recorded as Hugh Jones, deceased mariner, and Theodora’s father was recorded as William David Noah Betts, farm manager. Theodora, a clerk, went to the Argentine for medical treatment in 1972.

4. Alma Rose JONES born 8 November 1921 at San Salvador and baptised 7 July 1922 by

Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as mariner. Alma, a teacher, was married to Dearle Jackson DRAYCOTT, supervisor, Camp Education, 12 July 1945 at Christ Church Cathedral by R G R Calvert, Chaplain. The witnesses were Rachel Catherine Orissa Hewitt and Alan Robert Carr. Alma’s father was recorded as Hugh Jones, deceased, and Dearle’s father was recorded as John Frederick Draycott, retired. Dearle was born 28 January 1921 in Long Eaton, Nottingham, Derbyshire, England.


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5. Richard “Ben” JONES born XX XXXXX XXXX. Children of Emily (5) (6) and William McGILL: 1. Lily Alma McGILL born 23 July 1904 in Stanley and baptised Lilian Alma McGILL 17 August

1904 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Lilian was married to Henry DETTLEFF, carpenter, 26 September 1925 at the Registrar's Office, Stanley by Special Licence by M Craigie-Halkett, Registrar General. The witnesses were Ernest Dettleff and Emily Ellen McGill. Henry’s father was recorded as John Dettleff, butcher, and Lilian’s father was recorded as William McGill, shepherd. Harry, a builder, and Lilian went to the UK in 1937 on holiday.

2. Gordon Edward McGILL born 19 May 1906 in Stanley and baptised 1 July 1906 in Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Gordon, a shepherd, was married to Roma Endora SMITH, nurse, 30 December 1942 at St Mary's Catholic Church, Stanley by Special Licence by Hugh F Drumm, RC Priest. The witnesses were Albert Hills and Lilian Alma Dettleff. Gordon’s father was recorded as William McGill, shepherd, and Roma’s father was recorded as Andrew Smith, land proprietor. Gordon, age 44, died 13 November 1950 of myocardial failure and was buried 13 October 1950 in Grave M1438. Roma was married to (2) Ernest REIVE, station hand at Green Patch, 28 September 1960 at St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Stanley by James Ireland, Rt Rev Monsignor, Prefect Apolostic. The witnesses were S H Johnson and Thora Perry. Ernest died 21 October 1994 and was buried 1in Grave V3218.

3. Maurice Wright McGILL born 6 August 1907 in Stanley and baptised 14 November 1907 in

Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as butcher. Maurice, a farmer, was married to Kathleen Gladys PERRY 22 August 1938 at St Mary's Catholic Church, Stanley by Special Licence by Hugh F Drumm, RC Priest. The witnesses were E J McAtasney, L V Perry and M Duffin. Maurice’s father was recorded as William McGill, shepherd, and Kathleen’s father was recorded as George Perry, hotel proprietor.

4. Emily Ellen McGILL born 16 May 1909 in Stanley and baptised 26 October 1909 by Christ

Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as butcher. Emily, age 21 & a domestic servant, went to Magallanes, Chile in 1930 to obtain employment as a domestic servant. Emily was married to Albert Richard “Joe” CLETHEROE before March 1945 (not in Falkland Islands). Albert, age 75 and retired, died 20 September 1985 and was buried 24 September 1985 in Grave V3043. Emily, age 84 and a widow, died 18 July 1993 in Stanley and was buried 19 July 1993 in Grave V3044.

5. Geoffrey Stanford McGILL born 23 September 1910 in Stanley and baptised 15 March 1911

by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as butcher. Geoffrey, a labourer, was married to Agnes Christina BERNTSEN 30 May 1939 at Fox Bay West by Registrar General's Licence by W B Myles, Deputy Registrar. The witnesses were June Elliot Myles and William N Paice. Geoffrey’s father was recorded as William McGill, shepherd, and Agnes’ father was recorded as Alexander Berntsen, assistant manager. Geoffrey, age 51 and a cook at San Carlos, died in Stanley 20 July 1962 from cardiac asthma and was buried 25 July 1962 in Grave S1721. Agnes, a widow and cook, was married to (2) William HOGGARTH, cowman gardener from England 2 August 1963 at Port San Carlos, East Falkland by Eric Thornley, Senior Chaplain. The witnesses were Clara M McKay, R McRae and N Keith Cameron.

6. Keith William McGILL born 14 May 1913 in Stanley and baptised 15 September 1913 by

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was married to (1) Adeline Jane “Ada” SKILLING 30 June 1934 at Christ Church Cathedral by Special Licence by Harold E Lumsdale, Dean of Christ Church. The witnesses were S McGill and Sarah Biggs. Keith’s father was recorded as William McGill, shepherd, and Adeline’s father was not recorded. Keith, a divorced labourer, was married to (2) Doris Mary FORD, cook, 14 May 1964 at the Office of the Registrar General, Stanley by Harold Bennett, Registrar General. The witnesses were J Blyth and E H Ford. Keith’s father was recorded as William McGill, deceased shepherd, and Doris’ father was recorded as Charles William Ford, retired carpenter. Keith, age 65, died 6 May 1979 and was buried 9 May 1979 in Grave U1941.

7. Kenneth Niven McGILL born 14 October 1916 in Stanley and baptised 9 November 1916 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as butcher. Kenneth, an engineman, was married to Margaretta Winifred MEIERHOFER (see (5) (12) (1)), divorced from England, 31 October 1953 at No 2 Ross Road, Stanley before H Bennett, Registrar General. The witnesses were R McGill and M McGill. Kenneth’s father was recorded as William McGill, retired butcher, and Margaret’s father was recorded as Joseph McHaffey, bricklayer. Kenneth, age 42 and a labourer, died in Stanley 14 October 1958 from tuberculosis and was buried 16 October 1958 in Grave S1620. Margaretta, age 38, returned to the UK to reside.

8. Miriam Isabella McGILL born 9 June 1918 and baptised 21 August 1918 by Christ Church

Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as butcher. Miriam, a domestic servant, was married to Bernard Noel BIGGS, civil servant, 3 October 1936 at St Mary's Catholic Church, Stanley by Banns by Hugh Drum, RC Priest. The witnesses were Doreen H McAtasney, Basil Biggs and Stanford McGill. Bernard’s father was recorded as Bernard Claude Biggs, labourer, and Miriam’s father was recorded as William McGill, shepherd.

9. Lynne Falkland McGILL born 3 November 1919 and baptised 28 November 1919 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Lynne, age 24 and a merchant seaman, went to Uruguay on holiday in 1943.

Children of John (5) (7) and Edith BIGGS: 1. Stella Marjery BIGGS born 15 March 1912 in Stanley and baptised on Keppel Island 4

September 1913 by the United Non-Conformist Church. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Stella was married to James Julian PERRY 18 August 1931 at Christ Church Cathedral by Special Licence by Fredk S Vaughan, Clerk in Holy Orders. The witnesses were John F Biggs and James G Goodwin. Stella died 12 March 1986 and is buried in Grave V3055.

2. Malcolm Winifred BIGGS born 16 April 1913 on Keppel Island and baptised 4 September 1913 by the United Non-Conformist Church. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. In March 1948 Malcolm was living at 18 James Street, Stanley. [FIC/EF/] Malcolm, age 93, died in Bitterne, Southampton, England and his cremated remains were buried 7 June 2008 in Stanley Cemetery.

3. Edward Donald BIGGS born 27 February 1915 in Stanley and baptised 21 April 1915 by the

Tabernacle in Stanley. His father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Edward joined the Merchant Service.

4. Ellen Alma BIGGS born 1 February 1918 at Double Creek, Port Stephens Station and

baptised 2 November 1919 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as shepherd. Ellen was married to Alan Sturdee BETTS 10 May 1952 at Pebble Island by H C Harding, Registrar. The witnesses were Theodora Emily May and Edward Francis


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Berntsen. Alan’s father was recorded as William David Noah Betts, farm manager, and Ellen’s father was recorded as John Falkland Biggs, labourer. Alan, a pensioner, died 7 February 1990, age 74, and was buried 12 February 1990 in Grave V3127.

5. Muriel Ruth BIGGS born 26 August 1921 in Stanley and baptised 20 November 1921 by

Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Muriel, age 23, died 20 November 1944 of pulmonary tuberculosis and was buried 23 November 1944 in Grave L1288.

6. Edith Joan BIGGS born XX XXXXX XXXX.

Children of Herbert (5) (8) and Margaret BIGGS: 1. Tiny Elizabeth Sarah “Sarah” BIGGS born 4 February 1915 in Stanley and baptised 25

November 1917 by Christ Church Cathedral. Her father's occupation was recorded as farm labourer. Married Malcolm GRAHAM, labourer from Stornoway, Scotland, 8 December 1934 at Christ Church Cathedral by Special Licence by Harold E Lumsdale, Dean of Christ Church. The witnesses were L Grant and Violet Clifton. Malcolm’s father was recorded as Murdoch Graham, labourer. Malcolm, a shepherd on Speedwell Island, died there on or about 9 April 1936 from heart failure (no burial record). Sarah emigrated to the UK in 1938.

2. Herbert Robert “Percy” BIGGS born 19 June 1916 in Stanley and baptised Robert Herbert

BIGGS 25 November 1917 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Herbert, age 24 and a labourer, died 22 September 1940 from generalised tuberculosis and meningital tuberculosis and was buried 24 September 1940 in Grave K1167.

3. Leslie John BIGGS born 3 July 1918 in Stanley and baptised 24 September 1918 by Christ

Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Emigrated in 1937. 4. Bernard Leyton “Nunca” BIGGS born 21 November 1919 in Stanley and baptised 1

February 1920 by Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Bernard emigrated to the UK in 1971 and later returned. Bernard, age 68, died in Stanley 5 April 1988 and was buried 8 April 1988 in Grave V3088.

5. Violet Maud BIGGS born XX XXXXX XXXX. 6. Frederick James BIGGS born 21 April 1924 and baptised 29 June 1924 by Christ Church

Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Frederick, age 78, died 9 January 2003 in Stanley and was buried 16 January 2003 in Grave W3358.

7. Clarence George “Snaky” BIGGS born 19 June 1925 and baptised 11 October 1925 by

Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Clarence, age 61, died 10 August 1986 in Stanley and was buried 14 August 1986 in Grave V3064.

8. Thomas Claud Alexander BIGGS born 30 January 1927 and baptised 12 June 1927 by

Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as labourer. Thomas, age 86 & living at 8 Thatcher Drive, died 14 October 2013 and was buried 1 November 2013 in Grave V3603.

9. Child BIGGS born 22 August 1928. Stillborn. It’s father's occupation was recorded as

labourer. 10. Hazel Rose BIGGS born XX XXXXX XXXX.


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11. Edith Emily BIGGS born XX XXXXX XXXX.

Children of Ella (5) (9) and Frederick KING: 1. James Arnold KING born 30 August 1911 in Stanley and baptised 11 December 1912 by

Christ Church Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. James, a shepherd, was married to Minnie Isabella KIDDLE 27 May 1936 at the Nonconformist Church (Tabernacle), Stanley by Special Licence by Walter Forrest McWhan, Nonconformist Minister. The witnesses were Lilian Halliday and James Gilbert Goodwin. Minnie’s father was recorded as Albert John Stephen Kiddle, shepherd. [Account of wedding Penguin 28 May 1936, pg 3]

2. Ronald Isbel KING born 23 June 1919 in Stanley and baptised 30 July 1919 by Christ Church

Cathedral. His father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Ronald, a carpenter and joiner, was married to Heather BERNTSEN, shop assistant, 14 December 1957 at Christ Church Cathedral by J Gould, Senior Chaplain & Vicar of Stanley. The witnesses were Ellen M King and A J Berntsen. Heather’s father was recorded as Alexander John Berntsen, handyman. Ronald and Heather emigrated to New Zealand via the UK in 1958 and settled at Mount Maunganui in 1959. Ron died in New Zealand in 2005. [Obituary PN 14 Oct 2005]

3. Vernon Thomas “Joe” KING born 11 February 1921 and baptised 17 March 1921. His

father's occupation was recorded as carpenter. Joe, a printer, was married to Gladys Evelyn PETTERSSON, schoolteacher, 14 March 1947 at Christ Church Cathedral by R G R Calvert, Senior Chaplain. The witnesses were Ronald Isbel King and Mary Pettersson. Gladys’ father was recorded as Frans Axel Pettersson, sailmaker. Gladys died 30 March 1999, age 80, and was buried 5 April 1999 in Grave V3296. Joe, a retired printer, died 19 February 2005 and was buried in Grave V3297.

Children of Winifred (5) (12) and George MEIERHOFER: 1. Edward George MEIERHOFER born 12 August 1919 and baptised 14 September 1919 by

Christ Church Cathedral. His father’s occupation was recorded as labourer. Edward was married to Margaret Winifred “Madge” McHAFFEY (not in Falkland Islands). Margaret, divorced and from England, was married to (2) Kenneth Niven McGILL (see (5) (6) (7)), engineman, 31 October 1953 at No 2 Ross Road, Stanley before H Bennett, Registrar General. The witnesses were R McGill and M McGill. Kenneth’s father was recorded as William McGill, retired butcher, and Margaret’s father was recorded as Joseph McHaffey, bricklayer. Kenneth, age 42 and a labourer, died in Stanley 14 October 1958 from tuberculosis and was buried 16 October 1958 in Grave S1620. Margaretta, age 38, returned to the UK to reside.

2. Irene Rose MEIERHOFER born XX XXXXX XXXX 3. Iris Alma MEIERHOFER born XX XXXXX XXXX and Irene Reive. Frederick’s father was

recorded as Frederick John Smith, barman. 4. Basil John MEIERHOFER born XX XXXXX XXXX. 5. Orissa Malvina MEIERHOFER born XX XXXXX XXXX.

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