Name: Eliza Hewer
Burial Number: 1403
Gender: Female
Distinction: Born in Hampshire
Born: 00/00/1844
Died: 20/05/1929
Buried: 23/05/1929
Story
Eliza Ann Abraham was born in Botley, Hampshire, in 1844. Her father, George Abraham, 46yrs, was a Hoop Maker, her mother, Ann Abraham nee Berry, 44yrs. She was 1 of 9 surviving children, her mother dying shortly after the birth and death of her brother, Hugh, in 1850.
In 1870, on 6th September, Eliza Ann, 26yrs, married George Hewer, 28yrs, at Alverstoke, Hampshire. George was a builder, and he was a widower with 2 daughters, Frances Emily 5, and Mary Sophia 2. By 1881 they had moved from Gosport to Worthing and had a son, George Henry, in 1880, and a daughter, Pauline, in 1889.
George had become a successful and respected builder in Worthing and by 1891 the family were living at a property named Netley which George had built along with several other villas in Rowlands Road. Eliza was widowed in 1907 when George died, aged 64yrs. She continued to live at Netley with her stepdaughter, Mary Sophia, and her daughter, Pauline, who was a music teacher.
Eliza died, aged 85yrs, on 20th May 1929, in Worthing. Probate was granted to her son, George Henry Hewer, farmer, and Robert William Charles, solicitor. Effects £334 12s 4d. value 2021 – £21K.
Researcher: Maggi Martin
The Grave
Location in Cemetery
Area: SWS Row: 5 Plot: 24
Exact Location (what3words): sorters.land.coast
Ashes or Urn: Unknown
Headstone
Description:
The Celtic cross remains a beautiful symbol of Irish heritage. It’s pagan and Christian associations represent the long and rich history of the Irish, Welsh and Scottish peoples. It continues to be as popular today as it was 1500 years ago. The symbol in the centre of the cross depicts an Architect/Builder - also universal logo for Freemasonry with ‘G’ or an eye in the middle. The symbol of a roof on the top of the cross appears to be unique.
Inscription:
In loving memory of George Hewer born November 25th 1842, fell asleep January 10th 1907 "Peace, perfect oeace" Also of his dearly loved wife Eliza Ann died May 20th 1929 aged 85 "At Rest"
Further Information
Birth
Name: Eliza Ann Hewer
Gender: Female
Born: 00/00/1844
Town: Unknown
County: Hampshire
Country: England
Marriage
Maiden Name:Abraham
Marriage Date: 6/9/1870
Spouse First Name: George
Spouse Last Name: Hewer
Town of Marriage: Alverstoke
County of Marriage: Hampshire
Country of Marriage: England
Information at Death
Date of Death: 20/05/1929
Cause of death: Unknown
Address line 1: Netley
Address line 3: Rowlands Road
Town: Worthing
County: Sussex
Country: England
Obituary
No obituary has been entered.
Personal Effects
Money left to others: £334 12 s 4 d
Current value of effects: £21000
Census Information
1851
Living at Botley, Hampshire. William Abraham, 46yrs, Hoop Maker, widower, 5 children, Lawrence, 27yrs, Hoop Maker, Henry, 15yrs, Hoop Maker, Caroline, 13yrs, Eliza Ann, 9yrs, Caleb, 4yrs.
1871
Living at Holly Street, Alverstoke, Hampshire. George Hewer, 28yrs, Carpenter, wife, Eliza Ann, 26yrs, Frances Emily, 6yrs, and Mary Sophia, 3yrs.
1881
Living at 20, Eriswell Road, Worthing. George Hewer, 38yrs, Joiner, wife, Eliza Ann, 36yrs, Mary Sophia, 13yrs, George Henry, 8 months.
1891
Living at Netley, Rowlands Road, Worthing. George Hewer, 48yrs, Builder, wife, Eliza Ann, 46yrs, Frances E., 26yrs, Assists Mother/Domestic, Mary Sophia, 23yrs, Dressmaker, George Henry, 10yrs, Pauline, 2yrs.
1901
Living at Netley, Rowlands Road, Worthing. George Hewer, 58yrs, Builder, wife, Eliza Ann, 56yrs, Mary Sophia, 33yrs, Housekeeper/Domestic, George Henry, 20yrs, Builder’s Clerk, Pauline, 12yrs.
1911
Living at Netley, Rowlands Road, Worthing. Eliza Ann Hewer, 66yrs, Small Income, stepdaughter, Mary Sophia, 43yrs, daughter, Pauline, 22yrs, Music Teacher, plus 1 domestic servant.
1921
Living at 48, Rowlands Road, Worthing, Sussex. Eliza A. Hewer, Hd. widow, 77yrs, 2 daughters, Mary Sophia, 53yrs, Home Duties, Paulina, 32yrs, Music Mistress, granddaughter, Margaret Bowden, 12yrs, boarder, Charles Mansfield, 57yrs, Teacher of Violin.
