George Burnett GROVES
Forename(s): George Burnett
Surname: GROVES
ThatcherDate of birth: 1832 (approx., calculated)
Date of death: 1916
Date of burial: 24 Dec 1916
Ceremony by: Rev Letcher
Age at death: 84 years
Address: Gatcombe
Section: X - Cemetery map
Plot No: 197 Section map of plots
Burial Register entry: Carisbrooke 7558
IWCP - 23 December 1916 - CHILLERTON - DEATH OF MR. GEORGE GROVES. - The death occurred on Tuesday at Ivy Cottage, of Mr. George Burnett Groves, aged 84. He was a rather remarkable character, well known in the Island as a house thatcher, &c., and of somewhat eccentric manners and dress. He was a good workman, of an inventive turn of mind. He was formerly associated with the Salvation Army, and his melodeon accompaniment of Salvation song singing will be remembered by inhabitants of the district. He lost one son in the war, and others have been serving. Years ago he was a familiar figure at revival services in the village chapels of the district.
Carisbrooke Cemetery
