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Etheldra (Ettie) Ryan (1864–1887)

RYAN - June 18, at her residence, near Byerock, Etheldra, the beloved wife of William Ryan, and first daughter of Henry Brennan, of Campbell's Creek, near Windeyer. R.I.P.

Ever thus from childhood hour
I've seen my fondest hopes decay.

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'Ryan, Etheldra (Ettie) (1864–1887)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/ryan-etheldra-ettie-20149/text31642, accessed 19 April 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Brennan, Etheldra
Birth

1864
Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia

Death

18 April, 1887 (aged ~ 23)
Byerock, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

childbirth complications