MACARTHUR-ONSLOW, Annette Rosemary (1933-2026)
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Annette MACARTHUR-ONSLOW Obituary
MACARTHUR-ONSLOW Annette
31 March 1933 to 25 April 2026
Died peacefully in her childhood home in Camden [Sydney, New South Wales] aged 93.
She became a recognised writer, illustrator and artist who was best known for
the story of Uhu - a small tawny owl - for which she was awarded the 1970
Childrens Book of the Year Award.
Annette was passionate about accurately recording local and family history, and
this became her life's work. Her decades of research have been referenced in
many non-fiction books, historical records and documents across the country.
Family and friends will remember Annette for her strength of character, her
steely determination to live life on her own terms, and her artistic
appreciation for everything it offered.
Annette is survived by her niece Rachael and nephews Kai and Kiff.
There will be a private cremation with a future memorial to be announced.
Published by The Sydney Morning Herald on May 2, 2026.
Annette MACARTHUR-ONSLOW Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales - The Sydney Morning Herald
She was the dau of Lt-Col Edward MACARTHUR-ONSLOW DSO ED (1909-1980), scion of the Earls of Onslow, though only in remainder (by special remainder) to the Onslow Barony and the 1674 Baronetcy, being descended from the 2nd son of the brother of the 1st Baron, and (m 1932) Winifred Hall OWEN (d 1987). She was unm
Rachael is the dau of her decd sister Phoebe. Kai and Kiff must be the sons of her decd sister (no longer in DPB) Pamela - Kirkland Robert Macarthur SAUNDERS b 1961 and Christopher Philip SAUNDERS b 1962
