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Isabel Elizabeth Terry (1845–1918)

The death took place at Woollahra on Friday last of Mrs. Isabel Elizabeth Terry, widow of the late Edward Terry, formerly of Eastwood. Mr. Terry represented Ryde for some years in the Legislative Assembly and was Mayor of Ryde also for several terms. Mrs. Terry was much beloved by district folk when a resident of Eastwood, and was noted for her large-heartedness and goodness to the poor.

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'Terry, Isabel Elizabeth (1845–1918)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/terry-isabel-elizabeth-23852/text32723, accessed 12 September 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Benson, Isabel Elizabeth
Birth

17 March, 1845
Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Death

4 January, 1918 (aged 72)
Woollahra, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

diabetes

Religious Influence

Includes the religion in which subjects were raised, have chosen themselves, attendance at religious schools and/or religious funeral rites; Atheism and Agnosticism have been included.