Sunday, 2 April 2017

Private George Boldy - Family Headstone

Inscription:
In loving memory of / James /
The beloved husband of Eliza Boldy /
Who died 10th Dec. 1942, Aged 76 years / At rest /
Also the above names Eliza Boldy, /
Who died 18th Nov. 1943 Aged 73 years /
Also GEORGE BOLDY son of the above /
Who was killed in action 23rd July 1916

Headstone Location:
N/C 15, 1559, Wombwell Cemetery.
George Boldy however is not interred within this grave. He is instead buried at:
I.L.1, Rue-Du-Bacquerot, No 1 Military Cemetery, Laventie, France.

Other memorials that commemorate George Boldy Include:
St. Mary's Church War Memorial, Park Street Wombwell,

Other Information:
George Boldy is listed in Jon Cooksey's book the 'Barnsley Pals, The 13th & 14th Battalions, York & Lancaster regiments' as having served with 14th Batt. York & Lancaster regiment.

Burial Links:

Links:
CWGC.org - Casualty Details
LotFWW - Life Story

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