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     Ian Morrison was born on 24 October 1925.¹
Ian Morrison married Julie Gerard Tabart, daughter of Llewellyn Charles Tabart and Mafe Baden Coy, in 1950.¹

     Her married name was Hodges.
Kathleen May (?) died on 3 April 1957 at Salisbury, Wiltshire, England.

     Ronald Shapcott was born on 26 August 1919 at Bristol, England.^1,2 He began military service Service Number VX106041. Ronald appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1942 and listed as living at 61 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria, Australia. Ronald had a listed occupation of tobacco worker.
Ronald Shapcott married Claire Alice McGowan, daughter of Thomas Arthur McGowan and Edith Alice Emily Maloney, on 30 December 1943 at Victoria.³ Ronald and Claire appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1949 and listed as living at 63 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria. Ronald had a listed occupation of tobacco worker and she of boxmaker. Ronald and Claire appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1980 and listed as living at 40 Collins Street, Mentone, Victoria. Ronald had a listed occupation of tobacco worker and she of home duties.
Ronald Shapcott died on 16 November 2014 at age 95. SHAPCOTT. Ronald. Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday Nov. 16, 2014 Aged 95 Loving husband of Claire (dec. ). Cherished father of Robert, Lynette, Donald and Christine; father-in-law to Peter, Paul and Trina. Loving Poppy of Lisa, Matt, Shelly, Adam, Deb, Maddie and Curtis. Much loved Great Grandad to April, Charlotte, Matilda, Tom and Sebastian. What beautiful memories you have left behind, a gentleman to the end. Loved and respected Now with his beloved Claire
Obituaries Published in Herald Sun on 19/11/2014.
His obituaries from different people and organisations in the Herald Sun and Age newspapers reads as:
29/46 Battalion SHAPCOTT. Ron. A tribute to a wonderful man much respected by all of his friends. 29/46 Battalion Family.
Obituaries Published in Herald Sun on 21/11/2014

SHAPCOTT. Ron. In memory of a wonderful man who lived life according to the highest principles. Ron's legacy will always be an inspiration to those fortunate enough to have known him. Deepest sympathy to Robert, Lynette, Donald and Christine. In God's tender care The Henry family.
Obituaries Published in Herald Sun on 21/11/2014

SHAPCOTT. Ron. Members of The Mordialloc Lodge of Charity No. 258 are deeply saddened by the passing of their esteemed W Bro. Ron to the 'Grand Lodge Above' on Nov. 16, 2014. A true and loyal member of the Craft and an Honorary Member of MLOC. Our deepest sympathy to Frank's extended family. Tom Porteous, WM.
Obituaries Published in Herald Sun on 21/11/2014

SHAPCOTT. Ron (Bob). Life long friend of Jack. Both joined primary school together. Friendship lasted 95 years. Both passed away within 2 days of each other. Our thoughts are with Christine and family. Val Cahir and family.
Obituaries Published in Herald Sun on 19/11/2014.

     Her married name was Shapcott. Claire Alice McGowan was born on 13 January 1921 at Carlton, Victoria.
According to family recollections, Claire was named after Claire Lloyd the wife of Australian entertainer William "Billy" Maloney.
Claire Alice McGowan married Ronald Shapcott, son of Thomas Coombs Shapcott and Daisy May March, on 30 December 1943 at Victoria.¹ Claire and Ronald appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1949 and listed as living at 63 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria. Claire had a listed occupation of boxmaker and he of tobacco worker. Claire and Ronald appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1980 and listed as living at 40 Collins Street, Mentone, Victoria. Claire had a listed occupation of home duties and he of tobacco worker.
Claire Alice McGowan died on 15 September 2011 at age 90. Her obituary in the Herald Sun newspaper, Melbourne, Victoria, reads as: "SHAPCOTT (nee McGowan). - Claire Alice On Sept. 15 at home Beloved wife of Ron. Much loved mother of Robert, Lynn, Don and Christine and partners Peter, Trina and Paul. Caring, loving Nana to her grand children Lisa, Shelly, Adam, Maddie and Curtis and partners Matt and Debbie. Special great Nana to April, Charlie, Tilly, Tommy and Seb. Our beautiful mother who we all loved so much. Mum, you overcame your greatest fear. Forever in our Hearts."

     Thomas Coombs Shapcott was born 0ct 1895 at Barton Regis, Gloucestershire, England. Family lore has it that his name was actually Thomas COOMBS-SHAPCOTT. Later in life when in Australia he dropped using "Coombs", which he considered ostentatious, to become just Thomas Shappcott in daily life. However, fortunately for genealogy, he was always Thomas Coombs Shappcot in official documents.² He lived in 1901 at 2 Draper Row, Clifton, Bristol, Gloucestershire, England, He is listed in this census as a son to the Head of the household. He appeared in the English census of 1911 at 360 Hotwell Road, Hotwells, Clifton, Gloucestershire, England, He was listed with an occupation of "Tobacco Factory". At age15 he was listed alongside other household members: Thomas (William Coombs) Shapcott Age42, Annie Shapcott Age44, Nora Shapcott Age26, Amelia Shapcott Age17, Leonard Shapcott Age8..³ He arrived on 24 August 1912 to Sydney, New South Wales.
Thomas Coombs Shapcott enrolled for military service on 3 November 1915 at Melbourne He enrolled as Coombs Thomas Shapcott and declared that he was 21 years and 2 months old, a natural born British Subject and Cigar Maker. His next of kin was Thomas William Shapcott of 61 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria. He signed the declaration as "C.T. Shapcott".
He was of course lying about his age and on 2nd Dec 1915 was discharded for being "under aged and enlisted without parents consent".
Thomas Coombs Shapcott re-applied for military service on 5 February 1916 at 23rd Battalion, Melbourne, Victoria, This time he was accepted as he was 21 years and 4 months. His father was his next of kin, still in Rowena Parade and he disclosed that he had spent 2 years in the Citizen Forces.
Thomas was described as being 5 feet 61/2 inches tall (approx 169 cm), weighing 129 lbs and a chest measurement of 31-33 inches. His complextion was described as "fresh" with blue eyes and brown hair. Thomas was Church of England and not married at this stage.
He was transferred to Bendigo Camp; C Coy, 10th D/Bn presumably for initial training. On the 10th Sep 1916 he left with 23rd Battalion for England where he joined the full 23rd Battalion.⁴ On 12 November 1916 he was report as being "sick" in Hospital, in the field, France. Then on the 28th of that month he embarked on H.S. Shoreham (?) at Le Havre for England with Trench Feet, arriving in hospital a day later. By the 27th April 1917 he had been cleared and transferred to the 67th Battalion at Windmill Hill, France. [The newly formed 67th Battalion AIF had been formed in England on the 25th April 1917 and assigned to the 17th Infantry Brigade and disbanded 16 September 1917].⁴
Thomas Coombs Shapcott married Daisy May March on 8 May 1917 at St Michael's Church, Bristol, England. Daisy had been a life-long friend of Thomas' sister "Millie" starting back in Bristol.⁵ From Private Thomas Shapcott's military records on 19 June 1917: "C Rims Windmill Hill 14.6.'17 Absent Without Leave from 1030 14.6.'17 till 1000 15.6.17. Award Forfeits 1 days pay by Lt Col J/T Flintoff. Total forfeiture 3 days pay RBN 170388/2 15/-."⁴ Thomas Coombs Shapcott returned to Australia with his wife and child in June 1920 to Victoria.
They arrived aboard the "Konigan Luise" when his son Ronald was only 10 months old. The Australian electoral roll of 1942 has Thomas listed as living at 61 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria, Australia. Thomas had a listed occupation of cigar factory employee. Thomas and Daisy appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1949 and listed as living at 61 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria, Australia. Thomas had a listed occupation of cigar factory employee and she of home duties.

     Daisy May March was born in 1895 at Bristol, England.
Daisy May March married Thomas Coombs Shapcott, son of Thomas William Coombs Shapcott (Snr) and Ann Elizabeth Davies, on 8 May 1917 at St Michael's Church, Bristol, England. Daisy had been a life-long friend of Thomas' sister "Millie" starting back in Bristol.¹ Her married name was Shapcott. Daisy and Thomas appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1949 and listed as living at 61 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria, Australia. Daisy had a listed occupation of home duties and he of cigar factory employee.
Daisy May March died in 1985 at South Melbourne, Victoria. Reg Vic No: 11760.

     Wilfred Shapcott was born in 1920 at Richmond, Victoria, Australia. Wilfred appeared on the Australian electoral roll of 1942 and listed as living at 61 Rowena Parade, Richmond, Victoria, Australia. Wilfred had a listed occupation of engineer.
Wilfred Shapcott died.

     George Giddings was born in 1874 at Talunga, South Australia.

     William Giddings married Ann Lee.
At the time of leaving England William was described as a Labourer and his (and family) residence was noted as Sawtry, Huntingdonshire. Also noted under Single Men was William (14). Further under Single Women were Mary Ann (17) and Rhoda (18) both domestic servants.
Also to note was that also from Sawtry were John (67) and Mary (64) Giddings. Also George Goodes and family and John Langley and family. We can but wonder about friendships between then all. William Giddings emigrated on 12 February 1855 from London, England. He and his family emigrated aboard the ship "Punjab". which was described as being 575 tonnes, captained by Georeg Long and having aboard surgeon-superintendent Mr H. Lannigan. It is recorded as the 17th ship from England to S.A. His children recorded were Elizabeth (12), John (8), enjamin (6), James (3) and George (1). He arrived on 25 May 1855 to Port Adelaide, South Australia. The voyage had seen 5 births and 1 death on board.

     Ann Lee was born circa 1816.
Ann Lee married William Giddings, son of John Giddings.
Ann Lee died on 3 January 1899 at Tungkillo, South Australia. She died at the home of her son-in-law, James Hooper.

     Elizabeth Giddings was born circa 1843 at England.

     John Giddings was born circa 1847 at England.

     William Giddings was born circa 1841 at England.

     Mary Ann Giddings was born in 1838 at England.
Mary Ann Giddings married R. W. Gregory on 3 March 1863 at Gumeracha, South Australia.

     Rhoda Giddings was born circa 1837 at England.
Rhoda Giddings married Jesse Mewett on 7 February 1856 at Park Farm, Malcolm's Flat, South Australia.

     Benjamin Giddings was born circa 1849 at England.

     George Giddings was born circa 1854.

     Jesse Mewett married Rhoda Giddings, daughter of William Giddings and Ann Lee, on 7 February 1856 at Park Farm, Malcolm's Flat, South Australia.

     R. W. Gregory married Mary Ann Giddings, daughter of William Giddings and Ann Lee, on 3 March 1863 at Gumeracha, South Australia.

     John Giddings was born circa 1788.
John Giddings died on 19 April 1864 at Chain of Ponds, South Australia.

     Her married name was Goodes.

     Thomas Arthur McGowan was born on 24 September 1886 at South Melbourne, Victoria. He married Edith Alice Emily Maloney, daughter of William Robert Maloney and Edith Alice Waite, on 1 November 1905 at Richmond, Victoria. Reg Vic No: 8083.
Thomas Arthur McGowan died on 28 October 1922 at Melbourne, Australia, at age 36. He was buried on 30 October 1922 at Fawkner General Cemetery, Fawkner, Melbourne.

     Edith Alice Emily Maloney was born on 27 April 1887 at Richmond, Victoria. She married Thomas Arthur McGowan, son of Robert McGowan and Frances Ann Parkin, on 1 November 1905 at Richmond, Victoria. Reg Vic No: 8083. As of 1 November 1905,her married name was McGowan.
Edith Alice Emily Maloney died on 30 March 1958 at Prahran, Victoria, at age 70.

     Robert McGowan was born on 27 February 1853 at Melbourne, Australia. The birth was originally registered with St Francis Roman Catholic Church. He married Frances Ann Parkin on 4 April 1879. Reg Vic No: 3635.

     Frances Ann Parkin was also known as Frances Parkins. She was born in 1861 at Emerald Hill, Melbourne. The Reg Vic No is 1861/551. She married Robert McGowan, son of Patrick McGowan and Sophia Cameron, on 4 April 1879. Reg Vic No: 3635. As of 4 April 1879,her married name was McGowan.

     William Robert Maloney was born on 29 October 1859 at Mt Egerton, Victoria. Place is as per indexes however the specific date is provided by family lore. This birth's Vic Reg Number is 1860/2057, so is this date correct?
William Robert Maloney married Edith Alice Waite on 26 April 1884 at Buninyong, Victoria. The marriage Reg Vic Number is 1884.

     Edith Alice Waite was born in 1861 at Bairnsdale, Victoria.
Edith Alice Waite married William Robert Maloney, son of Dennis Walker Maloney and Catherine Campbell, on 26 April 1884 at Buninyong, Victoria. The marriage Reg Vic Number is 1884. As of 26 April 1884,her married name was Maloney.
Edith Alice Waite died on 17 July 1937 at Prahran, Victoria.

     Her married name was McGrath. Eunice Beryl McGowan was born on 13 April 1920 at Melbourne East, Victoria.
Eunice Beryl McGowan married Matthew Michael McGrath, son of William McGrath and Eva Mary Cripps.
Eunice Beryl McGowan died on 2 December 2000 at age 80.

     Matthew Michael McGrath was born circa 1921.
Matthew Michael McGrath married Eunice Beryl McGowan, daughter of Thomas Arthur McGowan and Edith Alice Emily Maloney.
Matthew Michael McGrath died on 13 February 1974 at Heidelberg, Melbourne, Victoria.

     William McGrath married Eva Mary Cripps.

     Eva Mary Cripps married William McGrath. Her married name was McGrath.

     Her married name was Harris. Ivy Dulcie McGowan was born on 14 October 1916 at 14 Argyle Street, Carlton, Victoria.
Ivy Dulcie McGowan died on 21 August 1990 at age 73.