Elizabeth Rutherford BUNYAN
17th Dec 1889 - 16th Mar 1933/4
Life History
17th Dec 1889 |
Born in Melrose, Scotland |
16th Mar 1933/4 |
Died in Melrose Sudden Death |
Notes
- Elizabeth Rutherford Bunyan was a very popular Lady in Melrose and was well respected just like all the other Bunyan's that where living in the town. Elizabeth had a keen interest in the local Rugby Team (Melrose R.F.C.) and would help out with tea's at the pavilion after matche's. Elizabeth never married and died at the age of 44. A newspaper clipping dating back to the time of her funeral states:The Attendance at her funeral is said to have been the largest seen in Melrose for many years and was attended by the Melrose Rugby Football Club.