Brother
Octavius Field
(died 17 January 1907, aged 57)
Moose Jaw Lodge, No. 26, (Saskatchewan)
Here is a brief biographical sketch of Brother Octavius Field, taken from the local newspaper accounts of his death amnd funeral:
“FIELD – In this city, on the 17th instant, Octavius Field, a native of London, England, aged 57 years.
The funeral will take place on Sunday, January 20th, at 2.30 p.m., from the parlors of the B.C. Funeral Furnishing Co., 52 Government street.
Friends will please accept this intimation.”
Source: Victoria Daily Times, 18 January 1907, page 2
“The death occurred to-day of Octavius Field of this city. The deceased was 57 years of age and a native of London, Eng. He was formerly a merchant of the Northwest Territories, but retired some time ago. Mr. Field was unmarried. He has relatives living in England. He was a prominent member of the Pacific Club and was also active in Masonic circles, being a Master Mason of Moose Jaw Lodge, No. 26, A.F.& A.M. The funeral will be held from the B.C. Funeral Furnishings Parlors on Sunday at 2.30 o’clock”
Source: Victoria Daily Times, 18 January 1907, page 4
The grave of Brother Octavius Field in Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, B.C.
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