Hugh Anderson (1883-1917)

Hugh Anderson (c1883-1917) of the Royal Field Artillery

Bombardier. Service Number: 17652

Son of Hugh Anderson

Husband of Maud Anderson, of 14, Pancras Lane, Paul Street, Exeter.

1917 April 19th. Died age 34. 'At Higher Cemetery, Exeter, Thursday, tho burial took place of Bombdr. H. Anderson, who died at Norwich. The remains were conveyed to Exeter by rail, and were placed upon a gun carriage, drawn by six horses. Followed by a military party and carriages with the chief mourners, it was borne from the residence, Waterbeer-street, through High-street and St. Sidwell's to the cemetery. The interment took place in the special ground for soldiers, and was witnessed by a large number of people, Rev. Drake Brockman officiated. The coffin was covered with the Union Jack, upon which were several floral tokens from relatives, friends and neighbours. The deceased formerly worked at Messrs. Gould Bros. garage, and the firm was represented by Mr. Thompson, Mr. Horrill, and others. Mrs. Bickford supplied the carriages. The whole of the arrangements were superintended Mr. William Mitchell, undertaker, 162. Sidwell-street, Exeter.'

Memorial at Higher Cemetery, Exeter

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