Harriet Maria Hills

Saint Augustine’s Church, Ashen "The three stained glass windows in the south side of the Chancel commemorate Rear Admiral George Hills, of Ashen Hall, his wife Diana who died in 1854 and

Daughter Harriet Maria who died aged 23 in 1845 of typhus fever.

• [Death Registration Quarter: Oct-Nov-Dec
• Registration Year: 1845
• Registration District: Colchester
• County: Essex]

Admiral Hills, who embarked on his Naval career in 1792 as a Captain’s servant, was to serve with distinction in 10 ships in the American, Mediterranean, Irish and Home stations before his death in 1852." [Source: Ashen Parish Council Website] ."