Of Tragedy and Valor
Charles Malen Rumbelow

Charles Malen Rumbelow was born at Encounter Bay on 25th July 1888 was born one of eight children to parents Malen Rumbelow and Susan Pearsons.  He was brother to Susan, Ivy, David, William, Eric, Lionel and Stanley (Malen 4th).

Charles, a fisherman, married Ruby Lillian Theissenger on the 25th April,1912.

"RUMBELOW - THEISINGER - On the 25th April, at the Congregational Church, Victor Harbor, by the Rev. W. J. Wellington, Charles Malin, eldest son of the late W. M. Rumbelow, of Encounter Bay, to Ruby Lilian, only daughter of the late Jacob Theisinger, Portland, Victoria."

Charles and Ruby had two sons; Howard and Geoffery.

• Howard Charles Rumbelow was born at Victor Harbor on 27 March 1914 and died when 10 days old.

• Geoffrey Malin Rumbelow was born at Victor Harbor on 12th June 1917 and married Shirley Dawn Heath on 27th December 1943.

Ruby Rumbelow owned and operated the Yilki Store & Post Office at No 60 Franklin Parade. When the store was sold Ruby operated the Post Office from the front room of her home at Yilki until a small building was placed in her front yard.

IN MEMORIAM

1925

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889-1931) - Wednesday 14 January 1925 - Page 8 -

"RUMBELOW. —In sad but loving memory of my dear sons, Charles Malen, who departed this life on the 14th January, 1921; also Ernest William, on the 24th December, 1911. Not gone from memory, not gone from love, But gone where we hope to meet above. — Inserted by their loving mother, sisters, and brothers. 

RUMBELOW. —In loving memory of dear Charl, who passed away 14th January, 1921. Had God asked us, well we know We should say., Oh, spare this blow. Yes, with streaming eyes would say, Oh, Lord, we love him, let him stay. — Inserted by his loving sister and brother-in-law, Ivy and Fred. 

RUMBELOW. — In loving memory of Charl, who passed away four years ago. As it dawns another year. Thoughts of you are ever dear. —Inserted by his loving brother and sister-in- law, Dave, Mabel, and Florence. 

RUMBELOW.—ln loving memory of our dear husband and father, Charles Malen Rumbelow, who passed away January 14th, 1921. As we loved you, so we miss you, In our memory you are dear; Loved, remembered, longed-for always, As it dawns another year. — Inserted by his loving wife and little boy, Geoff."

1926

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889-1931) - Thursday 14 January 1926 - Page 12 -

"RUMBELOW. — In sad but loving memory of our dear son and brother, Charles Malen, who departed this life on the 14th January, 1921. Just a memory, fond and true, To show dear Charlie, we think of you. - Inserted by his loving mother, sisters, brothers, and grandma. 

RUMBELOW. — In sad and loving memory of my dear husband, Charles Malen, who passed away January 14, 1921. Love lights the gloom of sorrow, Faith sees the dawn to be; Hope waits the glad tomorrow, That brings us nearer to Thee. — Inserted by his loving wife and little boy, Geoff."

1927

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) - Friday 14 January 1927 - Page 12 -

"RUMBELOW. — In sad but loving memory of Charles Malen, who departed this life on the 14th January, 1921. Loving thoughts of you, dear Charles. Will never fade away. — Inserted by his loving mother, sisters, and brothers, also grandma."

RUMBELOW.—In loving memory of my dear husband, Charlie, who passed away 14th January Some day. some time, my eyes shall see Your dear face, held in memory. —Inserted by his loving wife and little boy, Geoff. 

RUMBELOW. — In sad but loving memory of our dear brother, Charles, who passed away 14th January, 1921. Treasured memories of one so dear, Are oft recalled by a silent tear. — Inserted by his loving sister and brother-in-law, Ivy and Fred."

1931

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) - Thursday 15 January 1931- Page 8 -

"RUMBELOW. — In loving memory of my dear husband, Charles Malen, who passed away the 14th January, 1921. Memory keeps our loved ones near us, As the days they come and go. — Inserted by his loving wife and son."

1932

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1931 - 1954) - Thursday 14 January 1932 - Page 6 -

"RUMBELOW. —In loving memory of my dear husband, Charles Malen, who passed away on the 14th January, 1921. He lives in the memory Of those who love him. — Inserted by his loving wife and son. RUMBELOW. — In sad but loving memory of my dear son, Charles Malen, who departed this life on the 14th January, 1921. Loving memories linger still, Not just today, but always will. — Inserted by his loving mother, sisters, and brothers."

1936

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1931 - 1954) - Tuesday 14 January 1936 - Page 14 -

"RUMBELOW. — In sad but loving memory of our dear brother, Charle, who departed this life on the 14th January, 1921. In the old home you are fondly remembered, Sweet thoughts linger around your name; Sweet are the memories that never fade Of one we loved, but could not save. — Inserted by his loving sister, Sis, and brothers. 

RUMBELOW. — In loving memory of my dear husband Charlie, who passed away January 14th, 1921. Many a thought brings a silent tear; Longing for one we loved so dear. — Ever remembered by his loving wife and son, Geoff. 

RUMBELOW. — In ever loving memory of our dear brother, Charles, who departed this life on the 14th January, 1921. We shall never lose sweet memories Of the one we loved so dear. — Inserted by his loving sister and brother- in-law, Ivy and Fred."

1939

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1931 - 1954) - Saturday 14 January 1939 - Page 16 -

"RUMBELOW. — In loving memory of my dear husband Charlie, who departed thus life on the 14th of January, 1921. Hearts that loved you never forget, In memory you are with us yet. — Inserted by his loving wife, and son Geoff. 

RUMBELOW. — In loving memory of our dear brother, Charles, who passed away on the 14th of January, 1921. Time passes on, but fond memories linger. — Lovingly remembered by Ivy and Fred. 

RUMBELOW. — In loving memory of our dear brother, Charles, who departed this life on the 14th of January, 1921. In God's care. — Lovingly remembered by Sis, Eric. Lionel and Malen."

1953

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1931 - 1954) - Wednesday 14 January 1953 - Page 18 -

"RUMBELOW. Charles Malen. — Passed away January 14, 1921. Still loved, still missed, and ever dear. — Inserted by his loving wife Ruby, son and daughter-in-law. RUMBELOW. — In loving memory of our dear brother Charlie, passed away on January 14, 1921. — Lovingly remembered by sisters and brothers."

1954

The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1931-1954) - Thursday 14 January 1954 - Page 18 -

"RUMBELOW - Loving memories of my dear husband Charlie, passed away January 14, 1921. Just a token of love and remembrance. - By his loving wife, son and daughter-in-law .

RUMBELOW. - Sweet memories of Charlie, passed away January 14, 1921.- Lovingly remembered by sisters and brothers."