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The Story of a Devonshire House by Lord Coleridge, K.C., p. 305
Letter from Colonel Coleridge to John Patteson dated April 20, 1831
"The death of ye dear little Infant was so sudden and so unexpected that we are not yet brought to a calm and resigned state, although the example of dear Fanny is a pattern of Imitation to ye best Christian that ever lived. No affectation, no false show, but all quietness and anxiety for the Feelings of those she loves, perfect Resignation to ye will of God, and gratitude for ye quiet manner and ye ease of the poor Child's departure, and for the blessings she has left her. I forbear to say more, but be assured that your Sister has been quite herself in the Hour of Trial. I was quite overset and my nerves are still trembling, but may God's will be done, and may I be wise enough to believe it always for the best."
NOTE: the words above "...she has left her." suggests that the first child was a daughter not a son as recorded on page 304 of the book which is consistant with The Life of John Coleridge Patteson by Charlotte Yonge which said the first child was a daughter.
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IGI Information
Frances Duke COLERIDGE
Sex: F
Event(s):
Christened: 20 Jul 1796
Tiverton, Devon, England
Parents:
Father: James COLERIDGE
Mother: Frances DUKE
Source Information:
Batch number: C051722
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