Kitty Jones1

F, #3, b. 12 September 1927, d. 29 March 2014
Kitty Bassett nee Jones 1927-2014
FatherIvan Harold Jones1 b. 25 Mar 1899, d. 6 May 1978
MotherEllen Lamanda Cunningham1 b. 7 Jan 1896, d. 10 Mar 1975
RelationshipMother of Keith Graham Bassett
ChartsAncestors of Keith Graham Bassett
Last Edited12 Jan 2022
Birth*12 September 1927 William Street, Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
Name: Kitty Jones
Sex of Child: Female
Date of Birth: 12th September 1927
Place of Birth: "The Laurels" William Street Condobolin Municipality

Father: Ivan Harold Jones
Occupation: Farmer
Birthplace: Nhill Victoria
Age: 28

Date of Marriage: 16th September 1924
Place of Marriage: Condobolin NSW

Mother: Ellen Lamanda Cunningham
Birthplace: Derriwong, Condobolin NSW
Age: 31

Previous Issue: Harold J 1 year living, none deceased

Informant: Ellen L Jones, mother2 
Photo5 August 1936 Condobolin Show, Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
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Photo*circa 1937 Condobolin Show, Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
4
Jones children
Baptism31 August 1937 All Saints, Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
Certificate of Baptism
This is to certify that on the 31st August, 1937
Kitty
Daughter of Ivan Harold and Ellen Lamanda Jones
was baptised at All Saints, Condobolin NSW
by W Chas Arnold
Godparents: Mother & Father
Date of Birth 12.9.1927

Note: all 5 children baptised the same day5,6 
Photo*1946 Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
;Principal=Harold Joseph Jones7
Snowy & Kit Jones going to the Condobolin SHow
News-Arct8 January 1948 "The Lachlander", Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
The engagement has been announced of Kitty, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 1. H. Jones, of Melrose street, Condobolin, to Clement Bruce, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs F. C. Bassett, of Strathfield, Sydney, formerly of Condobolin.;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett8 
News-Arct23 September 1948 "The Lachlander", Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
Last Saturday evening, Miss Kitty Jones celebrated her 21st birthday by having a party at the R.S.L. Hall.9 
News-Arct*2 December 1948 "The Lachlander", Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
PARTY FOR KITTY JONES
A very enjoyable evening was spent at the R.S.L. Hall last Tuesday night when friends of Miss Kitty Jones assembled to entertain her prior to her marriage.
Dancing and novelties were the order of the evening, whilst at intervals, items were rendered by the Misses May Floyd, Fay Chapman and Mr. Kevin Brady.
At approximately 11.30 a delightful supper was served by the girls, after which followed the speeches.
Mr. Kevin Brady, acting as chairman. said Kitty's esteem was obviously very high, judging by the number of friends present. He concluded by wishing the guest of honour and her fiance, Bruce, all the best for their future happiness.
Mr. Don Munro had much pleasure in endorsing Mr. Brady's remarks. He said he had known Kitty ail her life and knew that Bruce was a lucky fellow. In wishing them health and prosperity he expressed the hope that they would come back to see their friends in the not too distant future.
Mr. Max Jones: was then called on to say a few words, and he too wished Kitty and her fiance all the best.
Miss Jean Munro, on behalf of friends, presented Kitty with the gifts, assuring her that every best wish went with them.
Kitty responded briefly, thanking them all for the happy evening and lovely gifts, at the same time expressing the hope that she would be able to come back to Condobolin to renew friendships.
This jolly party came to an end at 12 o'clock when the young folk sang "For She's a Jolly Good Fellow" and "Auld Lang Syne."10 
Marriage*4 December 1948 All Saints Church, Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
Groom: Clement Bruce Bassett
Status: Bachelor
Place of Birth: Trundle NSW
Occupation: Fitter and Turner
Age: 25
Usual Residence: 67 Wallis Ave, Strathfield
Father: Fonzey Carol Bassett
Occupation: Building Contractor
Mother: Margaret Gladys Harmer

Bride: Kitty Jones
Status: Spinster
Place of Birth: Condobolin NSW
Occupation: Office Assistant
Age: 21
Usual Residence: Melrose Ave, Condobolin
Father: Ivan Harold Jones
Occupation: Station Manager
Mother: Ellen Lamanda Cunningham

Date of Marriage: 4th December 1948
Place of Marriage: All Saints Church, Condobolin NSW
Religion: Church of England
Witnesses: A C Bassett & J Munro
Minister: A P Reider
;Groom=Clement Bruce Bassett11
Married Name4 December 1948 Bassett1 
News-Arct*13 January 1949 "The Lachlander", Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
BASSETT-JONES
Kitty, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Ivan Jones, of Condobolin, chose 4th December, 1948, for her marriage to Mr. Clement Bruce Bassett, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Bassett, now of Strathfield, and former residents of Condobolin.
Friends of the bride had attractively decorated All Saint’s Church of England for the ceremony, which took place at 2.30 p.m., and Miss Maude Forlonge was the organiste.
Beautifully embossed white taffeta made the lovely bridal gown. This featured a classical fitted bodice with lace yoke outlined by a frill and beading. The long sleeves were shaped to a point at the wrists. The bodice formed a peak onto a gathered gored skirt, an unusual feature of which was the beautifully shaped peplum, falling from the hipline, accentuated by a spray of frangipani on each side; and the skirt itself falling into a very long exquisite train. A bouquet of November lillies, gardenias and frangipani was carried by the bride, who was given away by her father.
The Misses Jean Munro and Edna Bassett were the two attendants and they wore pretty frocks of pink and blue lace respectively. The fitted bodices, with square neckline, were peaked into a full flared skirt. They wore matching lace mittens and Juliet caps encircled with flowers. Pink carnations and blue delpiniums formed the bouquets which they carried.
Duties of best man were carried out by Mr. Albert Bassett, brother of the groom, whilst the bride’s brother, Mr. Harold Jones, was the groomsman.
Seventy-five guests assembled at the R.S.L. Hall for the reception. They were received by Mrs. Jones, assisted by Mrs. Bassett. The bride’s mother chose a brown crepe ensemble with beige hat and matching accessories, whilst Mrs. Bassett wore navy crepe with matching accessories. They both had shoulder sprays of roses.
The usual toasts were honoured and many congratulatory telegrams read, under the guidance of the chairman, Mr. Reader. The Beautiful wedding cake was three tiered and was made and decorated by Larkings Bakery.
The gifts received by the young couple were numerous and costly. The gifts of both the bride and groom to each other were gold wristlet watches; to bridesmaid Jean Munro gold earrings set with ruby stones, and to Edna Bassett a double string of pearls.
When leaving for their honeymoon which was spent on the South Coast, the bride chose a teal green crepe frock with white hat and tan and white accessories.
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Bassett are making their future home at Penshurst, Sydney.;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett12 
Electoral Roll1949 22A Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
Bassett, Clement Bruce, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, fitter
Bassett, Kitty, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, home duties

;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett13
22A Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove
Photo*1949 Sydney, NSW, Australia;
;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett7
Kitty & Bruce Bassett at Taubman Ball where Kitty worked in 1949
Electoral Roll1954 22A Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
Bassett, Clement Bruce, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, fitter
Bassett, Kitty, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, home duties;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett13 
Electoral Roll*1958 22A Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
Bassett, Clement Bruce, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, fitter
Bassett, Kitty, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, home duties;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett13 
Electoral Roll1963 22A Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
Bassett, Clement Bruce, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, fitter
Bassett, Kitty, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, home duties;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett13 
Photocirca 1968 22a Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett7
Family before church
Electoral Roll1968 22A Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
Bassett, Clement Bruce, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, fitter
Bassett, Kitty, 22A Hampton street, Hurstville, home duties;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett13 
Photo15 July 1972 22a Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett7
Kit & Bruce Bassett before Richard Allen's wedding
Death of Mother10 March 1975 Orange Base Hospital, Orange, NSW, Australia;
Name: Ellen Lamanda Jones
Date of Death: 10th March, 1975
Place of Death: Orange (Orange Base Hospital)
Usual residence: 39 Melrose St, Condobolin
Occupation:
Sex: Female
Age: 78 years
Conjugal Status: Married
Place of Birth: Condobolin N.S.W.
Time in Australia:

Father: William Cunningham
Occupation:
Mother: Unknown Scott

Place of Marriage: Condobolin N.S.W.
Age at Marriage: 24 years
Name of Spouse: Ivan Harold Jones
Children of Marriage: Harold 49, Edgar 45, Neville 44, Kitty 47, Una 42
Informant: I H Jones, widower, 39 Melrose St, Condobolin

Cause of Death: Carcinoma of Gall Bladder
Length of Illness:
Medical Attendant: A.J. Kirkwood, Medical Practitioner

Burial Date: 12th March 1975
Burial Place: Church of England Cemetery, Condobolin
Minister and Religion: A O Fox, Presbyterian
Witnesses:

Note: death details werre susbequently updated due to numerous inaccuracies.;Principal=Ellen Lamanda Cunningham14 
Electoral Roll1977 22A Hampton Street, Hurstville Grove, NSW, Australia;
Bassett, Clement Bruce, 22A Hampton St, Hrstvle 2220, fitter
Bassett, Kitty, 22A Hampton St, Hrstvle 2220, hd;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett13 
Death of Father6 May 1978 39 Melrose Street, Condobolin, NSW, Australia;
Name: Ivan Harold Jones
Date of Death: 6 May 1978
Place of Death: Condobolin (39 Melrose Street); Usual Residence 39 Melrose Street Condobolin NSW
Occupation: Farmer
Sex: Male
Age: 80
Conjugal Status: Widower
Place of Birth: Nhill Victoria
Time in Aust Colonies:

Father: Vaughan Jones
Occupation: Not stated
Mother: Unknown

Place of Marriage: Unknown
Age at Marriage: 27
Name of Spouse: Ellen Lamanda Cunningham
Children of Marriage: Harold 52, Kitty 50, Edgar 48, Neville 46, Una 45
Informant: N Jones, son, 50 Molong Street Condobolin

Cause of Death: Myocardial infarction, previous myocardial infarctiontis; cerebrovascular accident
Length of Illness:
Medical Attendant: J McKeon MacQueen
Date Last Seen:

Date of Burial: 8 May 1978
Place of Burial: Church of England Cemetery Condobolin
Minister & Religion:
Undertaker:
Witnesses:;Principal=Ivan Harold Jones15 
Electoral Roll1980 7 Jagelman Road, Badgerys Creek, NSW, Australia;
Bassett, Clement Bruce, 7 Jagelman Ave, Bdgrys Ck, inspctr
Bassett, Kitty, 7 Jagelman Ave, Bdgrys Ck, clerk
Bassett, Keith Graham, 7 Jagelman Ave, Bdgrys Ck, stdnt;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett13 
Photo5 December 1998 Yass, NSW, Australia;
;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett7
Kit & Bruce Bassett celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary
Death of Spouse26 September 2003 12 Treeline Close, Narara, NSW, Australia;
Name: Clement Bruce Bassett
Date of Death: 26 Sep 2003
Place of Death: 12 Treeline Close, Narara
Sex and Age: Male 80 years
Place of Birth: Trundle, NSW
Period of Residence in Australia: Life
Place of Residence: 12 Treeline Close, Narara, 2250
Usual Occupation: Waterboard Inspector
Marital Status at Date of Death: Married

Place of Marriage: Condobolin NSW
Age when Married: 25 years
Full Name of Spouse: Kitty Jones

Children (in order of birth): Rhonda 53, Neville 51, Keith 43

Father's Name: Fonzey Carroll Bassett
Mother's Name: Margaret Gladys
Mother's Maiden family Name: Harmer

Cause of death and Duration of last illness: I a) Acute myocardial infarction, immediate
b) Coronary artery disease, unknown
II) Idiopathic cardiomyopathy, 2 months
Emphysema: Pulmonary fibrosis
Chronic airways limitation, 14 months
Aortic valve disease
Name of Certifying Medical Practitioner or Coroner: Dr J Lucas

Dat of Cremation: 30 Sep 2003 Place of Cremation: Palmdale Memorial Park Crematorium, Ourimbah

Informant: K. Bassett, 12 Treeline Close, Narara, 2250, Widow;Principal=Clement Bruce Bassett16 
Death*29 March 2014 Gosford Hospital, Gosford, NSW, Australia1 

Family

Clement Bruce Bassett b. 19 Jun 1923, d. 26 Sep 2003
Children
  • Rhonda Margaret Bassett1
  • Neville Charles Bassett1
  • Keith Graham Bassett1

Citations

  1. [S637] Personal Knowledge.
  2. [S9] Birth Certificate, Kitty Jones 1927.
  3. [S1603] Keith Bassett photos.
  4. [S1623] Rhonda Bassett photos.
  5. [S1561] Certificate of Baptism, Kitty Jones 1937.
  6. [S1644] Condobolin All Saints Church baptisms 1880-1939, baptism Kitty Jones 1937.
  7. [S1625] Kitty Bassett photos.
  8. [S1565] Trove digitised newspapers, online http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/, The Lachlander, Thursday, January 8, 1848.
  9. [S1565] Trove digitised newspapers, online http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/, The Lachlander, Thursday, September 23, 1948.
  10. [S1565] Trove digitised newspapers, online http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/, The Lachlander, Thursday, December 2, 1948.
  11. [S49] Marriage Certificate, Clement Bruce Bassett & Kitty Jones 1948.
  12. [S645] The Lachlander.
  13. [S1418] Australian Electoral Rolls 1903-1980.
  14. [S14] Death Certificate, 12895/1975 Ellen Lamanda Jones.
  15. [S1317] Death Certificate transcript.
  16. [S14] Death Certificate, 37112/2003.