# Helen Mary "Nell" Whillas (1876–1939)

Daughter of [John Foggo Whillas](/people/john-foggo-whillas-b1846) and [Frances Johnston](/people/frances-johnston-whillas-b1849); one of Dick's aunts.

## Key facts

- **Born:** 1876, Melbourne
- **Died:** 9 Jan 1939, [Adelaide](/places/adelaide-south-australia)
- **Marriage:** Never married; no children

## Life

Nell ran a needlework shop in Rundle St, Adelaide, where her niece [Fran](/people/frances-louise-whillas-b1915) worked after leaving school. She shared the shop with her sister [Min](/people/minnie-constance-whillas-b1889). Photographs of her survive.

## Family

- **Parents:** [John Foggo Whillas](/people/john-foggo-whillas-b1846) · [Frances Johnston](/people/frances-johnston-whillas-b1849)
- **Siblings:** see [Charles Johnston Whillas](/people/charles-johnston-whillas-b1872)

## Sources

- Whillas–McLeod family history spreadsheet (Rev 4), *1870s* sheet.