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Elizabeth Gelling (1862–1932)

Elizabeth Gelling's surname was given on her death certificate as Tretheway (known as Gelling).

Her parents were Patrick Murray, a saddler, and Elizabeth Love Murray formerly Knight.

She had a 40-year-old son, Leslie. She was buried at Strathallan cemetery.

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'Gelling, Elizabeth (1862–1932)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/gelling-elizabeth-24045/text32883, accessed 14 April 2025.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Treadaway, Elizabeth
  • Murray, Elizabeth
Birth

1862
Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Death

10 August, 1932 (aged ~ 70)
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Cause of Death

diabetes