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Josephine Maud DOWNING (1882 - 1901)
Children Self + Spouses Parents Grandparents Greatgrandparents
Josephine Maud DOWNING (1882 - 1901) Bartholomew Robert DOWNING (1844 - 1893) Robert DOWNING (1810 - 1891) Bartholomew DOWNING (1789 - 1869)
Bridget BURNS (1793 - 1890)
Margaret QUILTY (1827 - 1905) Thomas QUILTY (1786 - 1870)
Anne HAYES (1798 - 1881)
Rebecca GELLING (1846 - 1920)











b. 1882 at Tumut, New South Wales, Australia
d. 30 Jan 1901 at Tumut, New South Wales, Australia aged 19
Near Relatives of Josephine Maud DOWNING (1882 - 1901)
Relationship Person Born Birth Place Died Death Place Age
Grandfather Robert DOWNING 1810 Co Kerry, Ireland 13 Oct 1891 Gadara, New South Wales, Australia 81
Grandmother Margaret QUILTY abt 1827 Co Limerick, Ireland 23 Jul 1905 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 78

Father Bartholomew Robert DOWNING 25 Dec 1844 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 27 Aug 1893 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 48
Mother Rebecca GELLING 1846 England 08 Sep 1920 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 74

Self Josephine Maud DOWNING 1882 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 30 Jan 1901 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 19

Sister Margaret Rebecca DOWNING 1868 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1955 87
Sister Mary A E DOWNING 1870 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia
Sister Sarah Blanche DOWNING 1871 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1934 63
Brother Robert DOWNING 1872 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1935 Petersham, New South Wales, Australia 63
Sister Ellen May DOWNING 1875 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 05 Feb 1943 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 68
Brother Thomas E DOWNING 1876 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1935 Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia 59
Sister Kathleen Beatrice DOWNING 1878 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1941 63
Brother Frederick Philip DOWNING 1879 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1951 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 72
Brother John DOWNING 1881 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1881 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 0
Sister Anne DOWNING 1883 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1883 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 0
Sister Florence Alice DOWNING 1886 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1956 70
Sister Mona Rebecca DOWNING 1888 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1975 87
Brother John Gelling DOWNING 1889 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1940 Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia 51

Uncle Thomas Joseph DOWNING 1846 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 17 Aug 1915 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 69
Uncle John A DOWNING 1848 New South Wales, Australia 07 Jun 1922 Temora, New South Wales, Australia 74
Aunt Elizabeth Beatrice CONNOLLY 04 Dec 1861 Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia 21 Feb 1936 Temora, New South Wales, Australia 74
Aunt Anne DOWNING abt Jan 1851 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 11 Jun 1856 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 5
Aunt Mary Ann DOWNING 03 Nov 1852 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 11 Jan 1939 Jugiong, New South Wales, Australia 86
Uncle Jeremiah Francis SHEAHAN 1850 31 May 1896 Newtown, New South Wales, Australia 46
Uncle Michael Joseph DOWNING 25 Apr 1854 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 22 Aug 1939 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 85
Aunt Elizabeth M CASSIDY 01 May 1859 Gundagai, New South Wales, Australia abt 17 Feb 1923 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 63
Aunt Catherine Cecila DOWNING abt 1857 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 13 Jul 1936 79
Uncle James THOM
Aunt Margaret Mary DOWNING abt 1858 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 05 Nov 1939 Albury, New South Wales, Australia 81
Uncle John MCDONALD
Uncle Charles DOWNING abt Aug 1859 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 28 Feb 1861 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 1
Aunt Johanna May DOWNING 24 Sep 1861 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia
Uncle William C NASH
Aunt Ellen DOWNING 14 Aug 1865 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 15 Apr 1951 Bondi, New South Wales, Australia 85
Uncle William THOM
Uncle Charles Edward DOWNING 1867 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1950 Adelong, New South Wales, Australia 83
Uncle Matthew Sylvester DOWNING 1870 Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia 07 Apr 1936 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 66
Aunt Lillian Frances A PEMBROOK 1868 16 Aug 1910 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 42
Aunt Kathleen FENNELL 1889 1971 82
Uncle Frederick Simon DOWNING 05 Mar 1872 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 12 May 1948 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 76
Aunt Mary Josephine QUILTY 1869 Windowie, New South Wales, Australia 24 Aug 1954 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 85

Cousin Mary E DOWNING 1889
Cousin Albert E SHEAHAN 1877 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1878 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1
Cousin Katherine Aloysius SHEAHAN 1878 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1947 69
Cousin Mary Clare SHEAHAN 31 Dec 1878 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 05 Feb 1970 Jugiong, New South Wales, Australia 91
Cousin Robert Downing SHEAHAN 1883 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1951 68
Cousin John Phillip SHEAHAN 1885 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1959 74
Cousin Jeremiah SHEAHAN 1887 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1887 0
Cousin James Daniel SHEAHAN 1889 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1970 81
Cousin Margaret Jean SHEAHAN 1891 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1981 90
Cousin Bridget Lillian SHEAHAN 1893 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1952 59
Cousin Ellen Angela "Nell" SHEAHAN 03 Sep 1895 Jugiong, New South Wales, Australia 1980 85
Cousin William Francis Patrick SHEAHAN 03 Sep 1895 Jugiong, New South Wales, Australia 1975 80
Cousin Frederick James DOWNING abt 1880 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1949 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 69
Cousin Margaret Ann DOWNING abt 1880 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1961 81
Cousin Mary Ann DOWNING 1882 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1957 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 75
Cousin Robert William DOWNING 1884 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 17 Sep 1947 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 63
Cousin Adelaide Kate DOWNING 1888 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1896 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 8
Cousin Edith May DOWNING 1890 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 22 Aug 1923 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 33
Cousin John DOWNING 1892 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1892 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 0
Cousin Matthew Sylvester DOWNING 1893 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1955 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 62
Cousin Elizabeth DOWNING 1895 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia
Cousin Arthur DOWNING 1898 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1898 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 0
Cousin Michael Joseph "Dixie" DOWNING 1901 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 28 Jan 1939 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 38
Cousin Dorothy Lillian DOWNING 1896 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1982 86
Cousin Robert Matthew Sylvester DOWNING 1897 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1898 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1
Cousin Allan John DOWNING 1898 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 30 Jan 1951 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 53
Cousin Margaret Elizabeth DOWNING 1900 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia
Cousin Maud DOWNING 1902 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1919 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 17
Cousin Matthew Sylvester DOWNING 1903 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 21 Aug 1969 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 66
Cousin Josephine Frances DOWNING 1906 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 29 Aug 1957 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 51
Cousin Gertrude May DOWNING 07 Apr 1908 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 16 Sep 1990 82
Cousin Patrick Joseph DOWNING 1910 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1985 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 75
Cousin Robert Patrick DOWNING 1913 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1971 58

Brother in Law James Joseph MILLER
Sister in Law Florence Catherine KILEY 1876 Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 1950 74
Events in Josephine Maud DOWNING (1882 - 1901)'s life
Date Age Event Place Notes Src
1882 Josephine Maud DOWNING was born Tumut, New South Wales, Australia
27 Aug 1893 11 Death of father Bartholomew Robert DOWNING (aged 48) Gilmore, New South Wales, Australia
30 Jan 1901 19 Josephine Maud DOWNING died Tumut, New South Wales, Australia 63
Personal Notes:
Adelong and Tumut Express 1 Feb 1901
OBITUARY.
MISS MAUD DOWNING.
A SUDDEN DEATH. Great was the anguish occasioned in the hearts of the community of Killarney, and likewise of residents of the surrounding districts, even beyond Adelong and Tumut, when it became known that Miss Maud Downing, daughter of Mr. R. Downing, of Killarney Hotel, had been borne away from us by the stern Reaper 'Death.' The deceased young lady, just budding into the pride of womanhood, her age being scarcely 18 years, appearing hail and hearty, was seized with a painful attack on Tuesday afternoon last, which eventually caused some alarm in the, to us, ancient household. She had, at times, complained a little of not feeling 'particularly' well, though her always healthy complexion never led anyone to believe that she was indeed ill. Her personal appearance at mid-day on Tuesday would have inspired anyone, to use a colloquialism, to have taken a lease of her life ; but there seems to have been every reason for the alarm subsequently aroused regarding her well being. Shortly after lunch. Miss Downing (up to that time in her usual jovial spirits) was suddenly at tacked by an acute pain, and had to be taken to her room in consequence. Dr. Mason, of Tumut, was sent for, and after examining the patient did not consider her dangerously ill, and therefore her relatives and friends entertained no serious concern. The next morning the pains came on with renewed violence, and the services of Dr. Mason were again sought for, but before he arrived at the bedchamber Miss Downing had passed awny peacefully, death supervening at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Dr. Mason then gave, as his opinion as to the immediate cause of death, peretionitis ; but what had caused it he was at the time unable to determine. A post-mortem examination was held by Dr. Mason yesterday morning, and as a result the Tumut medico found that a 'fluid abscess ' had burst in the chest cavity, and run ?? the abdominal cavity, causing peretonitis. Miss Downing was a strong, hearty and robust-looking lady, full of life, and was a general favorite with all whose acquaintance or friendship she had formed. The dire calamity falling upon the family at her early age, and being least expected, has given a terrible shock to them and their very large circle of friends. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. Many floral tributes were sent. The Rev. Father O'Dwyer officiated at the grave. The cortege was one of the largest over seen in the district. Very impressive scenes ocourred at the graveside, and many persons left with tear-bedimmed eyes. Mr. H. Hoad conducted the funeral arrangements.
Source References:
63. Type: Web Page, Abbr: Trove, Title: Trove National Library of Australia, Locn: http://trove.nla.gov.au/
- Reference = Adelong and Tumut Express 1 Feb 1901 (Death)
76. Type: Web Page, Abbr: Find a Grave, Title: Find A Grave, Locn: https://www.findagrave.com/
- Reference = https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/209619565/josephine-maud-downing (Name, Notes)
- Notes: Aged 18 Years
Daughter of Robert and Rebecca

The Tumut and Adelong Times (NSW : 1864 - 1867; 1899 - 1950) Fri 1 Feb 1901
To write that the whole community was deeply shocked and grieved when a message arrived at midday on Wednesday that Miss Maud Downing, fourth daughter of Mrs. R. Downing, had died somewhat suddenly, would hardly convey the effect of the news. It seemed impossible that the bright cheery face of the young lady who was so well known to almost every person in the district was to be seen no more, and that her voice was hushed for ever. On Tuesday Miss Downing was apparently well and hearty : on Wednesday the fell monarch claimed her as his own. Miss Downing, who was under Dr Mason's care for the past twelve months, suffering from an anemic affection, was on Tuesday busily engaged in housework, and did not complain till about three o'clock in the afternoon, when she was suddenly seized with violent pains in the stomach. Dr. Mason was sent for, and, after a short stay, he said there was no danger. On Wednesday morning the pain became unbearable, and the sufferer cried aloud in her agony. At about 11 o'clock she asked for a cup of tea, which was given her. After taking a sip of the tea, she said to Mrs. McGillivray, who was in the room with her, "What have I done that I should suffer so ? Oh ! pray for me ! Lord have mercy upon me !"Mrs. McGilliviary at once sent for Mrs. Downing, who was in an adjoining room, and shortly after she entered, poor Maud uttered "Lord have mercy upon me!" three times, gave a gasp, and her earthly career was closed.The cause assigned for death was acute peritonitis. The deceased young lady was of a happy, vivacious disposition, and was a great favorite with visitors to Killarney. Wherever she went she made friends, and retained them,and the expressions of grief heard in town were so many testimonies of the estimation in which she was held. She was only 18 years of age, but heaven gives its favorites early death, and though the end comes as a shock and bereavement to those who are left behind to mourn the loss of a near and dear relative. A very huge concourse of relatives and friends attended the funeral, which was held yesterday afternoon, and sorrow was manifested on every side at the death of so young and fair a maiden. The Rev. J. O'Dwyer performed the last sad rites of the church. We beg to offer the bereaved family and friends our sincerest sympathy in their hour of affliction.
77. Type: Book, Abbr: Tumut Pioneer Cemetery, Title: Tumut Pioneer Cemetery, Auth: Gay Stuckey and Pam Archer, Publ: Tumut Family History Group, Date: 1989
- Reference = page 20 #55 (Name, Notes)
- Notes: DOWNING Josephine Maud, died 30 Jan 1901 aged 18 years (Left side of monument)
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