Friends of Hastings Cemetery

Vanity Fair 22 June

1893

Yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon the funeral took place at the Borough Cemetery of the late Mr. W S Penley, the well known comedian.

The whole affair was very quiet.  Those who paid their last respecst included well-known London actors and actresses.

Our snaps show: (1) The widow, together with her sons and daughters.  (2) Scene at the graveside.  (3) Mr. Mark Ambient, the well-known composer.  (4) some of the beautiful wreaths. (5) Scene outside Mr Penley's residence (7) [sic[ Grand-Parade