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John Deans

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TitleJohn DeansDescriptionJohn Deans and his brother William will be forever remembered as pioneer farmers of Canterbury.

John was born in Kirkstyle, Riccarton, Scotland in May 1820. He sailed for New Zealand in 1842, but on arrival he was dissatisfied with his allotted land in Nelson. His brother William was making good progress in Canterbury and John agreed to join him. They had much success farming sheep and cattle, which they imported from Australia.

In 1850, they took up an extensive run named Homebush, at first provisionally, but later on lease. The Deans family continue to reside at Homebush.

Deans returned to Scotland in 1852 to marry Jane McIlraith. They sailed for New Zealand shortly after their marriage, arriving early in 1853. A son, also called John, was born later in the year. Not long after his return, John Deans senior was found to be consumptive. For some time he continued to manage affairs, but his health declined until he died at Riccarton on 23 June 1854.
First NameJohnLast NameDeansDate of Birth1820Date of Death1854

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