Goodwyn LEWIS was laid to rest at Brighton General Cemetery in 1894 at the age of 53 by Rev S Howard.
At the time of Goodwyn's passing, LEWIS lived in Brighton.
LEWIS was buried in the Baptist section.
Goodwyn's occupation is recorded as Coach Builder.
Goodwyn LEWIS's grave contains one other burial and features a 5-character headstone inscription.
Adult Tuberculosis & Wasting Diseases (18+)
This individual lived in a time when tuberculosis and wasting diseases were among the most persistent
and debilitating illnesses affecting adults. Conditions such as Phthisis, Consumption and Rheumatic Fever
could slowly erode strength and health over many years, often leaving families with few medical options.
Their story reflects an era when infections that are now treatable posed some of the greatest challenges to
daily life and long‑term survival. Brighton General Cemetery records contain 1237 such deaths.
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Rare & Historic Occupations
This individual worked in a trade that is now rare, extinct or historically transformed.
Occupations such as stonemasons, telegraph operators, bootmakers, brickmakers, coachbuilders, milk carters,
fishermen and fishmongers were once essential to everyday life in Melbourne. These trades supported food
distribution, transport, construction, communication and skilled craftsmanship long before modern industry
and technology reshaped daily life. Brighton General Cemetery records preserve the stories of those whose
working lives reflect a very different era of labour and community history. Brighton General Cemetery records contain 636 such individuals.
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