Biography

Alice Steedman (1864 - 1936) was born in Geelong, Victoria, sister of Ada who married the Reverend David Ross Hewton. In 1921 the Hewtons were appointed to St. John's Church, Launceston, and Alice came to live with them at the rectory. Another sister, Ella, also lived in Launceston.

Alice was involved in many church activities as a member of the choir and Girls' Friendly Society. She was also a competent pianist and was always in great demand.

The Hewtons retired from St. John's in 1933 and took up residence in High Street and there on 17^th September 1936 Alice died aged 71.

In her memory at St. John's Church a carved hymn board was erected in the pulpit. The simple inscription reads:
IN MEMORIAM ALICE STEEDMAN.

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