John BARRETT (1)

20 September 1918

Private John Barrett, Skipton

Mrs. Barrett, 23, Birtwhistle's Yard, Skipton, whose husband, Pte. Wm. Archie Barrett, is serving at the Front with the local Territorials, received the news on Tuesday that her elder son, Private John Barrett, had been killed in action on August 31st. A number of photographs and a pass book found near deceased on the battlefield by an officer have also been forwarded by the latter's wife to Mrs. Barrett, who has recognised the articles as belonging to her son. Private Barrett joined up over two years ago at the age of 18, and he had been at the Front about 15 months, being granted a leave last March. Formerly he worked in the bleaching department at Belle Vue Mills, and was a member of the Bull Dog Scouts and a Cadet.

27 September 1918

BARRETT - In loving memory of our dear son, Private John Barrett, killed in action August 31st, 1918.

He sleeps beside his comrades
In a hallowed grave unknown;
But his name is written in words of love
In the hearts he has left at home.
May Heavenly winds blow softly
O'er that sweet and hallowed spot;
Though the sea divides his grave and us
He will never be forgot.

From his sorrowing Father, Mother and Brother, 23 Birtwhistle Yard, Skipton.

01 November 1918

BARRETT - In memory of Private J. Barrett, Duke of Wellington's, killed in action.

I often think of you dear Pal,
And the happy days gone by;
And in the lonely hours of thinking
I wish that you were nigh.
Some may think that I've forgot you,
When they sometimes see me smile,
But they little know the sorrow
That the smile hides all the while.

From his Pal and Cousin, Private F. Marshall, 1/9th Royal Scots.

29 August 1919

BARRETT - In ever loving memory of our dear son and brother, Private John Barrett, killed in action August 31st, 1918.

We little thought his time so short
When he on furlough came;
When to the Front he nobly went,
Ne'er to return again.
His cheery ways, his smiling face,
Are pleasant to recall;
He had a kindly word for all,
And died beloved by all.

From his sorrowing Father, Mother and Brother Fred, 23 Birtwhistle Yard, Skipton.

BARRETT - In loving memory of Private John Barrett, killed in action August 31st, 1918.

He sleeps with England's heroes,
'Neath the watchful care of God.

From Cousin Tom Harry, 41 Brook Street, Skipton.

BARRETT - In loving memory of Private John Barrett, killed in action August 31st, 1918.

"May the Lord grant him eternal rest..."

From Grandfather, Grandmother, and Aunt Ann, 41 Brook Street, Skipton.

BARRETT - In loving memory of Private John Barrett, killed in action August 31st, 1918.

"A day of remembrance sad to recall."

From Uncle Jack and Aunt Della, Cousin Edith and Stephen in Germany.
41 Brook Street, Skipton.

BARRETT - In ever loving memory of Private John Barrett, 2nd Duke of Wellington's Regt., killed in action August 31st, 1918.

He sleeps besides his comrades
In a grave beyond the foam;
But his name is written in letters of love
In the hearts he left at home.

From his Aunt and Cousins, 21 William Street, Earby.

03 September 1920

BARRETT - In loving memory of Private John Barrett, killed in action August 31st, 1918.

Ever remembered by all at 41 Brook Street.

BARRETT - In loving memory of a dear son and brother, Private John Barrett, killed in action, August 31st, 1918.

Far dearer to memory than words can tell,
Are the thoughts of him we loved so well.

From his sorrowing Father, Mother and Brother, 23 Birtwhistle Yard, Skipton.

BARRETT - In loving remembrance of Private J. Barrett, killed in action August 31st, 1918.

Time wings on, but years still find
Old friends are dear in heart and mind.

From cousin, T. H. Barrett.

BARRETT - In ever loving memory of Private John Barrett, Duke of Wellington's Regiment, killed in action in France, August 31st, 1918.

Time does not change our thoughts of him,
Love and dear memories linger still;
Sunshine passes, shadows fall,
But true remembrance outlasts all.

From Aunt and Cousins, 2 William Street, Earby.