Ancestry Stories
The legacies within our cemeteries may not always be known by name, yet their impact continues to shape the community we live in today.
Ancestry Stories uncovers the lives of notable residents laid to rest across our locations, brought to light through collaboration with descendants and local historians. More than a record of names and dates, these stories reflect our role as a gateway to the past — connecting our communities with the history and heritage that surrounds them every day.
Many of these legacies may be unfamiliar by name, yet their influence continues to shape the communities we live in now. Each story shared here offers just a glimpse into the remarkable lives remembered within our grounds, with many more still waiting to be uncovered and told.
Mary De Garis
Geelong Eastern Cemetery
James Harrison
Geelong Eastern Cemetery
Charles Brownlow
Geelong Eastern Cemetery
Major Richard Gibbs
Colac Cemetery
Fanny & William Brownbill
Geelong Western Cemetery
Henrietta Dugdale
Queenscliff Cemetery
Family History Search
Interested in exploring your own family history, discovering the stories of your ancestors and connecting with the rich history of our regions? Search our online database dating back to 1839.