Daughter of Frederick Kimberley and Ethel
Enid Joan (K/a Joan) was the first daughter of Fred and Ethel – born at Barraba on 30 August 1920. Joan’s education was provided by a governess, Miss Northy, and then school at “Tareela”, after which she continued to live at “Campo Santo” with her family. For some time she was employed at Lillis & Treloar’s store.
On 4 April 1942, Joan married John Millett – he was in the airforce when they married. They lived in Walcha for a while and later moved to Sydney where John studied and practised as a solicitor. During these years in Sydney Joan was employed at David Jones. Joan’s marriage to John Millett ended in divorce, and Joan, with her son David, moved to Queensland where they lived with Joan’s sister Eunice for several years. Joan eventually moved to the Wagga Wagga district.
On 7 March 1970, Joan married Vern Schirmer. Joan lived a very busy life, assisting Vern on his well-established property “Hopefield”. Vern has three sons and a daughter – his sons and their families have continued running the property.
Joan has not enjoyed very good health in recent years. She now lives in retirement with Vern in Lockhart. Vern has continued with his keen interest in “Hopefield”. Joan’s son David Millett lives at Lockhart Enid Joan Simshauser (Schirmer) 1940 also – with his wife Norma and their two children.
Joan can be remembered as a great homemaker – she always took pride in her home’s appearance, her cooking and gardening. She has always maintained a strong interest in community activities, including her church, Red Cross, C.W.A. and other charitable causes. Joan had a special interest in the local show, entering exhibits in, and assisting with, flower, cooking and craft sections. Joan enjoyed tennis and horse riding in her youth, recalling tennis parties at “Campo Santo” as happy occasions.