In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Gregory Benmore Osmond from England, which stated that he was born on 24 February 1873 in Hayne Barton Newton St. Cyres, Devon, and that this father was John Gregory Osmond, a Farmer, and that his mother was Amy Bemore Osmond "formerly Pentecost".
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the death certificate of Gregory Benmore Osmond from New Zealand, which stated that he died of "Cerebral Thrombosis" when he was about 83 years old on 5 September 1956 at 5 Edgerley Avenue, Epsom, Auckland, that he was "cremated on 6 September 1956 at Waikumete, that he was an "Estate Agent" and had lived in New Zealand for 78 years (arriving in about 1778), that his parents were John Gregory Osmond and Amy Benmore Pentecost, and that he had married Margaret Adam Sims (who was 85 years of age in 1956) in Auckland when he was about 23 years old (or in about 1896).
The death of Gregory Benmore Osmond is listed in the online New Zealand BMD.
In October 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Margaret Adam Sims from New Zealand, which stated that she was born on 21 November 1870 in North Shore, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, and that her parents were John Adam Sims and Hannah Matilda Berry.
Marriage Notes for Gregory Benmore Osmond and Margaret Adam Sims-2019
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the marriage certificate of Gregory Benmore Osmond and Margaret Adam Sims from New Zealand, which stated that they were married on 17 November 1896 at Holy Trinity Church, in Devonport, Auckland, and that Gregory Benmore Osmond was born in Devon, England, and was a Bachelor and Accountant, and that his parents were John Gregory Osmond and Amy Benmore Pentecost; and that Margaret Adam Sims was born in Auckland, and was a Spinster, and that her parents were John Adam Sims and Hannah Matilda Berry.
The marriage of Gregory Benmore Osmond and Margaret Adam Sims is listed in the online New Zealand BMD.
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Douglas Stuart Osmond from New Zealand, which stated that he was born on 22 February 1902 in Ponsonby, and that his parents were Gregory Benmore Osmond (age 30 and born in Devon, England) and Margaret Adam Sims (age 30 and born in Auckland, New Zealand).
The birth of Douglas Stuart Osmond is listed in the online New Zealand BMD.
The death of Douglas Stuart Osmond is listed in the online New Zealand BMD.
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Elsie Doreen Osmond from New Zealand, which stated that she was born on 2 December 1905 in Russell Street, Ponsonby, and that her parents were Gregory Benmore Osmond (32 years old and born in Devon, England), and that her mother was Margaret Sims (34 years old and born in Devonport, New Zealand).
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the death certificate of Elsie Doreen Osmond from New Zealand, which stated that she died from "Acute Jaundice and Exhaustion" on 5 December 1905 in Ponsonby, that she was buried on 6 December 1905 in Purewa, and that her father was Gregory Benmore Osmond and her mother was Margaret Sims.
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Herbert John Osmond from New Zealand, which stated that he was born on 30 October 1881 at Park Cottage, Ponsonby, Auckland, New Zealand; that his father was John Gregory Osmond, age 52, who was born in Devon, England; and that his mother was Amy Brenmore Pentecost, age 32, who was born in Starcross, Devon, England.
The birth of Herbert John Osmond is listed in the online New Zealand BMD.
The death of Herbert John Osmond is listed in the online New Family Search.
Mary Anne (Wereane) Wairingiringi Wilkinson
In October 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Mary Anne Wairingiringi Wilkinson from New Zealand, which stated that she was born on 11 October 1882 in Parawai Thames, North Island, New Zealand, and that her parents were George Thomas Wilkinson (age 59, born in Berhampore, West Bengal, India) and Hariata Raurau (age 42, born in Waipa, North Island, New Zealand).
Also, the birth and death of Mary Ann Wairingiringi Wilkinson is listed in the New Family Search.
Marriage Notes for Herbert John Osmond and Mary Anne (Wereane) Wairingiringi Wilkinson-2024
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the marriage certificate of Herbert John Osmond and Mary Anne Wairingiringi Wilkinson from New Zealand, which stated that they were married on 8 August 1908 at the "Residence of Constable Frazer" in Otorohanga, North Island, New Zealand, and that Herbert John Osmond was 26 years old (born about 1882) a Bachelor and "Creamery Manager" of Kihikihi, and that his parents were John Gregory Osmond and Amy Benmore Pentecost; and that Mary Anne Wairingiringi Wilkinson was 25 years old (born about 1883) a Spinster and "Post Mistress" of Otorohanga, and that her parents were George Thomas Wilkinson and Hariata Raurau.
The marriage of Herbert John Osmond and Mary Ann Wairingiringi Wilkinson is listed in the online New Zealand BMD.
The marriage of Herbert John Osmond and Mary Ann Wairingiringi Wilkinson is listed in New Family Search.
Mollie Rau Kamoe (Raukamori) Osmond
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the death certificate of Mollie Rau Kamoe Osmond from New Zealand, which stated that she died at the age of "22 years" (born about 1910) from "Acute Myocardial Failure" on 18 March 1932 at Waikato Hospital, Otorohanga, North Island, New Zealand, that she was buried on 20 March 1932 in Otorohanga, and that her parents were Herbert John Osmond and Wereane Wairingiringi Wilkinson.
The birth and death of Mollie Raukamori Osmond is listed in the online New Family Search.
The birth and death of Ringi May Osmond is listed in the online New Family Search.
The birth and death of Gladys Loma Osmond is listed in the online New Family Search.
The birth and death of Constance Benmore Osmond is listed in the online New Family Search.
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Phillip Gregory Osmond from New Zealand, which stated that he was born on 11 January 1898 at Russell Street Ponsonby, Auckland; and that his parents were Gregory Benmore Osmond and Margaret Adam Sims.
The birth of Philip Gregory Osmond is listed in the online New Zealand BMD.
In October 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the birth certificate of Esther Ruth Samuel from New Zealand, which stated that she was born on 28 August 1896 in Tauranga, North Island, New Zealand, and that her parents were Edward Samuel (age 46, born in London, England), and Annie Maude Miles (age 39, born in Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand).
Marriage Notes for Phillip Gregory Osmond and Esther Ruth Samuel-2023
In September 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the marriage certificate of Philip Gregory Osmond and Esther Ruth Samuel from New Zealand, which stated that they were married on 7 August 1924 in St. Barnabas Church, Fendalton, South Island, New Zealand, and that Philip was 26 years old, born in Auckland, a Bachelor and Farmer, his usual residence was Te Puke, and that his parents were Gregory Benmore Osmond and Margaret Adam Sims; and that Esther was 27 years old, born in Tauranga, a Spinster, her usual residence was Christchurch, and that her parents were Edward Samuel and Annie Maude Miles.
The birth of Edward Samuel is listed in the online FreeBMD.
The birth of Annie Maude Miles is listed in New Family Search.
The death of George Thomas Wilkinson is listed in New Family Search.
The death of Hariata Raurau is listed in New Family Search.
The christening of Edward Osmond is listed in New Family Search.
Research Note: The geographical distance between Newton St. Cyres and Upton Pyne is about one mile.
The estimated birth date and place of Betty Hunt was based on her date and place of marriage to Edward Osmond.
Marriage Notes for Edward Osmond and Betty Hunt-2032
The marriage of Edward Osmond and Betty Hunt is listed in New Family Search.
The christening of John Osmond is listed in New Family Search.
The christening of Gregory Osmond is listed in New Family Search.
Research Note: The geographical distance between Exeter and Newton St. Cyres is about five miles.
The christening of Ann Bradford is listed in New Family Search.
Marriage Notes for Gregory Osmond and Ann Bradford-2043
The marriage of Gregory Osmond and Ann Bradford is listed in New Family Search. Email address of submitter, Colin Fountain, is: ccfountain@westnet.com.au.
Research Note: The geographical distance between Exeter and Talaton is about 17 miles.
The christening of Elizabeth Osman is listed in New Family Search.
In the 1861 Census, James F. Osmond is listed as being about 28 years old (born about 1833), born in Newton St. Cyres, Devon, married and working as a "Corn Merchant" while residing with his wife, Elizabeth, and their son, Charles H. Osmond (then 1 year old), in St. David, Exeter, Devon, England.
The christening of Elizabeth Frean is listed in New Family Search.
In the 1861 Census, Elizabeth (Osmond) is listed as being about 32 years old (born about 1829), born in Penryn, Cornwall, married and residing with her husband, James F. Osmond, and their son, Charles H. Osmond (then 1 year old), in St. David, Exeter, Devon, England.
Marriage Notes for James Francis Osmond and Elizabeth Frean-2091
In October 2009, the Osmond Family Organization obtained a copy of the marriage certificate of James Francis Osmond and Elizabeth Frean, which stated that they were married on 9 January 1856 at the George Street Chapel in the district of Plymouth, Devon, and that James Francis Osmond was about 24 years old (born about 1832) and a Bachelor and "General Merchant" of 4 York Buildings, Exeter, and that his father was Edward Osmond (deceased), a Landed Proprietor; and that Elizabeth Frean was 26 years old (born about 1830) and a Spinster of Drake's Place, Plymouth, and that her father was George Frean, a Landed Proprietor. The marriage was witnessed by Samuel Nicholson, George Frean, and Robert Ward.