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Bellingham names

gazelam7 — 3 Mar 2003 9:16:56 GMT

looking for any Bellingham surnames

Presbyterians of Castledawson and Magherafelt

ron dale — 16 Sep 2006 4:57:00 GMT

I have been working with baptism and marriage records from these churches. Let me know your interests and I will send you anything in my records.

Ron

Rosse Family of Rosses Bay

Walter Farwell — 9 Oct 2000 12:00:00 GMT

The Ordnance Survey Memoirs, Vol. 36, page 119 says that Rosses Bay is in Clondermot parish. THE BISHOPRIC OF DERRY AND THE IRISH SOCIETY OF LONDON volumes call this area "Crooke of Ember" and details royal salmon fishing there which is being contested. Giving testimony circa 1685 are Stephen Rosse, 72 years old, of Shantonagh, parish of Templemore; Simon Rosse, 56, of Crooke of Ember (now Rosses Bay); Robert Rosse, 58, of the Crook of Ember--all of whom are brothers. Stephen Rosse testified that both his father and his grandfather had been fishermen here. Who were these Rosse's who held fishing rights on this stretch of the Foyle north of Londonderry (town) and west of Limavady?

I'm trying to locate where in Ulster my ancestor James Ross, born circa 1780, married Rosanna Long, lived. I know there were Long's at Ballykelley and Limavady; the above Rosse's were at Rosses Bay, and I'm aware of the large Ross family who lived in the river Roe valley between Limavady and Dungiven. Jame's and Rosanna's son James Ross, Jr., married Sarah Dickey (daughter of James Dickey and Rachel Farley) who was born at Dungannon, co. Tyrone about 1825. However, my grandmother did not think the Ross family and the Dickey family were from the same area--SO--Im looking elsewhere for the Ross's and the Long's. I haven't located any of the four families in Ulster, so would appreciate suggestions on any of the four.

Help with a McLaughlin & Mcreynolds Family

james_hinksman — 4 Jan 2009 11:49:01 GMT

Hello needing help if anyone can offer, the wifes family are McLaughlins we have a George McLaughlin and Catherine Gallahger they had three sons that we know of two we know where born in Londonderry, George McLaughlin born 02 Feb 1868 in Londonderry, Ireland, United Kingdom ( no more details on him yet), David McLaughlin born 01 Jan 1870 in Londonderry, Ireland, United Kingdom ( no details about him yet) and Patrick McLaughlin born in same area i would have thought, we know he married a Mary McReynolds In Belfast 1896, any information or a pointer to where to look would be great...thanks

gilmour leslie

phil gilmore sr — 28 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Leslie GORDON Gilmour was born 1901 in Cootamundra, NSW, Australia
and disappeared Oct.1955, possibly in San Francisco, USA.
All I know about Leslie is that he left home for the US when he was about 21yrs.,
he was a keen photographer and he corresponded regularly (about 2-3 times
per year) with his family back home. I do have a photo of him.
His parents:
Lillian Twist born 1876 Macarthur, Vic, Aus.
died 1945 Bexley, NSW, Aus.
Hugh Gilmour born 1870 Macquarie Fields, NSW, Aus.
died 1936 Bexley, NSW, Aus.
His siblings:
Kenneth William George Gilmour - (my father)
born 1902 Jindalee, NSW, Aus.
died 1980 Dolls Point, NSW, Aus.
Gladys Irene Gilmour
born 1907 Marrickville, NSW, Aus.
died 1995 Bexley, NSW, Aus.
Left for US 1922
Hobbies : Photography

McPeak-Scullion Family Londonderry County, Ireland

susanoconnorcsj1 — 3 Jan 2009 11:26:01 GMT

Ballyscullion and Ballymacpeake near Bellaghy, North Ireland
seem to be the area of two families that intermarried:

1) William McPeak and Rose Keenan whose children were: Richard, Mary, John, Bridget, William, Michael,

2) Hugh Scullion and Mary Walsh or Welsh whose children were: Mary, Henry, Patrick, etc.

In USA they settled in Jordan, NY, USA.

Morrison/Hunter

TMWGARDINER — 19 Dec 2008 3:51:14 GMT

This is what I know so far.Rebecca Hunter m Richard Morrison in 1896

Rebecca's father was a James Hunter from Carrick Mills.married to Maria Mcfarland
Richards father was Wm Morrison from terrydremond
Census 1901 mentions rebecca , Richard and so far 5 children named James, George , Maria, Elisan and letitia,

More confusing now is we have found out that Richard Morrison (1864)also had a sister rebecca as well as margaret, Elizabeth, George and Daniel , Parents were William Morrison and Eliza Carruthers.
I cannot find a record for Daniel anywhere.

wm Morrison ad eliza were married in 1859, yet the eldest of these children were not born until 1864??

There is Sam Morrison born approx 1910-20 father Willaim Morrison, I also cannot find anything that matches these 2 together,

email me at tmwgardiner@htmail.com if you have any suggestions or hgelp, many thanks in advance

GREER

Ron — 4 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for information regarding Adam Greer, of Magherafelt in the late 1800's. One son, Robert, emigrated to the US in 1885. Remaining children were William, James, John, and Annie, who died in 1896. Adam died in 1896 and is "buried in the churchyard of Ballyeglish.

Adam was reportedly a farmer and Methodist Minister.

Any information would be appreciated.
Ron Greer

Pepper's of Castledawson, Co Derry

Tony Pepper — 23 Sep 2005 1:47:35 GMT

Looking for information on an Pepper surnames in the towns of Castledawson, Annaghmore, Magherafelt and Kilrea all in Co Derry. They were definitely ther from 1800 to 1870's before emigrating to Australia and USA. William Pepper born 1820 married at magherafelt in 1845 left for Australia in 1863 and Gardener pepper born 1819 is listed as a 60 yo carpenter in Pennsylvania in 1880 census. Can anyone help with any information.

Lynn Family from Dunboe Parish/Coleraine

PR_Lynn — 31 Dec 2008 2:36:00 GMT

I'm looking for any information about the Lynn's in the Dunboe parish/Coleraine area. David Lynn b.1811 emigrated from that are to PA in 1849. I can't find any info about his parents or siblings. I know he married Mary Jane Lees from that area before they emigrated.

Town names

richardlandrews — 9 Aug 2005 1:15:55 GMT

Can anyone help me with this. I am researching my G-G-Grandfather born abt. 1806 an we think in a town called Maheral in the county of Londonderry. I have also accessed the 1831 census and it shows 7 James Allens in the 1831 census listing towns, Lamlaghtarde, Famlaghtarde Lenymore, Dunboe Half, Dunboe, Drumachose, Dromachose Largyreagh and Balteagh. I have looked at a current map and can find none of these names.
Richard Leigh Andrews
xtiger@sonnet.com

how are you supposed to read Ancestry.com results

shootcraps — 27 Dec 2008 10:17:57 GMT

Please help! I am so confused. How do I read these? And what is the next step? I looked on Sorrenson and this is confusing also. Do I need to add my results or are they already there since they are connected to ancestry.

LOCATION 72 263 309.1 315.1 16216 16298 16519
REFERENCE T A : : A T T
My name C G C C G C C

When I look at page 2 of explanations it says location 250 - Reference mtDNA T and My mtDNA is C.

My line is through the Lee family (Va) and Clarke and Davis Family from Md and Va.

Any help is appreciated.
Therese

Re:Presbyterians of Castledawson and Magherafelt

clarecor — 22 Dec 2008 5:32:33 GMT

Hi Ron
In 1849/50 gg-grandfather John Ewing and brother James left Londonderry Co. to Canada. They were Presbyterians and about age 20. James never had children but John's were Alexander, Mary Ann, John, James & Williams (twins), Jane, Robert, Archibald, Eleanor and Samuel. Reportedly my John had two more brothers who went to New York. The 1831 Census has two Alexander Ewings at Castledawson and Magherafelt. Would you know if John & James were sons of either Alexander?
Thanks in advance.
Les Wilson, Calgary, AB

RELATIVES and SIBLINGS,,COUSLEY OF MONEYMORE

marvin_cherie — 16 Dec 2008 3:22:13 GMT

HI,my name is MARVIN MITCHELL(MCLAUCHLIN);;JOHN COUSLEY 1830
married SARAH DAVI(D)SON 1866,,MONEYMORE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Then the had 4-5 children and came to ONTARIO,CANADA about
1881;;can anyone find if JOHN had any siblings or his father
had any siblings,,also if SARAH had any siblings,,my email is marvin_cherie@hotmail.com ,,,,or if anyone knows of any COUSLEY's in LONDONDERRY has a computer,to give them my email address so i may be able to talk to them,,i think
SARAH COUSLEY married a JOHN FLEMING and went to AUSTRALIA,,
I THANK ANYONE IN ADVANCE FOR INFORMATION,,

Hunter from Magherafelt

juliepaice1 — 20 Dec 2008 9:43:37 GMT

(Sorry the other thread was not properly Titled (oops))

We are trying to find out information/ancestry concerning Charles Godfrey Hunter born in 1904 in Magherafelt to Mitchell Hunter (a medical practitioner) & Jane (formerly Moorhead). Charles ended up in Australia.

New to Irish ancestry & finding it all a bit of a dead end at present. Cannot find any records of any type.

Any ideas or info? Thank you :-)

Re: Knox in Londonderry 1810

Robert Knox — 20 Feb 2005 4:13:13 GMT

Thanks for your reply. As for John Knox, I have all his information after he arrived in the United States. All we have is that he was born in Londonderry, Ireland in 1810. Nothing of record as to his parents location there. I am still searching immigration records at his point of immigration in Philidephia to locate other info but I was hoping to locate someone that knew something of the Knoxs in Londonderry in 1810. Thanks again for your reply and suggestions. I will check it out.

Devlins of Altamuskin & Foremass

josephmullin10 — 21 Dec 2008 2:52:21 GMT

Hi does anyone have anything on Simon Devlin who married Mary McCann, daughter of Terence McCann & Jane Kelly.

Family of Simon Devlin & Mary McCann:
*John DEVLIN, b. 1887, d. ????
*Ellen DEVLIN, b. 1888, d. 1969, m. Charles DEVINE
*Mark DEVLIN, b. 1890, d. 1953, m. Lizzie MCGIRR

Would like to know if anyone has anything on Simon's parents, brothers or sisters & any of their descendents.

thanks

Joseph Mullin

McNamees from Glengamna & Draperstown

josephmullin10 — 12 Dec 2008 11:53:22 GMT

family of John MCNAMEE & Rose KELLY:
1) John MCNAMEE, b. 1873, d. 1960, married in 1920 to Sarah Corr from Carrickmore; 5 children (3 daughters, 2 sons)
2) Francis MCNAMEE, b. 1875, d. ????
3) Michael (Bro Columba) MCNAMEE, b. 1877 d. 1962, Mount Argos
4) Patrick MCNAMEE, b. 1880, d. ????
5) Fr. Bernard MCNAMEE, b. 1884, d. 1945
6) Fr. Edward MCNAMEE, b. 1885, d. 1967, parish priest of Banagher/Ballniscreen parish???
7) Mary Ann MCNAMEE, b. ???? d. 1962, unm
8) Ellen MCNAMEE, b. ???? d. 1967, unm
9) James MCNAMEE, b. ????

Sorry but the info on this family is a little vague:

They lived on a farm outside Draperstown up the side of a steep mountain. There may have been more of this family; another son went to America where he married and had a family of daughters. He may have married late in life, too. At least only two sons married; neither of the daughters married, they worked as housekeepers in parochial houses.

The Irish News was founded by I think a John Kelly, who was related to this family by their mother Rose (nee Kelly); if not through the Kellys, it's through the McNamees. There were (and possibly still are) Kelly relations of this family living in Strabane up til the 1960s.

Hunter from

juliepaice1 — 20 Dec 2008 9:41:49 GMT

We are trying to find out information/ancestry concerning Charles Godfrey Hunter born in 1904 in Magherafelt to Mitchell Hunter (a medical practitioner) & Jane (formerly Moorhead). Charles ended up in Australia.

New to Irish ancestry & finding it all a bit of a dead end at present. Cannot find any records of any type.

Any ideas or info? Thank you :-)

quigleys of londonderry

barbara — 3 Jun 2002 7:40:34 GMT

does anyone have any info on any Quigleys of Derry as I have drawn a blank on my Grandmothers family of whom I know very little.? My great grandfather was John Quigley and his wife was Charlotte,

Sharkey

savard168 — 15 Dec 2008 6:57:53 GMT

I am looking for Neil Sharkey from Ballindrait Donegal arrival in Canada in 1847 passenger vessel Portland from Derry
Thank you for your help
Richard Savard

Mary Scullion / John Doran

BarbaraABeckstrom — 14 Dec 2008 5:19:44 GMT

Still looking for information on gg grandmother Mary Scullion. She married John DORAN....together they had a son James Doran around 1852. James went to the U.S. John and Mary never left Ireland. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

LEE or LEES, Magherafelt, Dunamoney, Co. Derry

Margaret Lee — 28 Aug 2005 9:00:53 GMT

Have ascertained that our Lee (or Lees) ancestors have come from the townland of Dunamoney near Magherafelt. John Lees, Thomas Lees (brothers) and Robert Lees (son of John) all emigrated to Ontario, Canada approx. 1832 with their families. Robert Lees (our direct ancestor) was baptised 19 Mar 1815 in 1st Presbyterian Magherafelt Church. Robert was shown in the baptismal entry as a "Lee", but a Canadian census indicates "Lees". 2005 Electoral roll for Magherafelt area indicates 44 Lees families and 22 Lee families still there. Most happy to share further info on our Lee(s) should you feel there's a possible link. The name "William" seems prominent in their children so there is the possibility that John and Thomas' father's name was William (only conjecture).
Kind regards
Margaret Lee
Canada

Bell. Peppers.. Lennox >. Hughes

marilynbell69 — 25 Sep 2008 1:59:17 GMT

Looking for any information on these Names Peppers.. Bell's...Hughes.. Lennox.. My Husband is Gardiner Bell who emigrated to Canada in the early 1950's would this be any connection to someone who wrote this in there space willing to chat with anyone who knows inforamtion on these Families

Thanks You

Coopers from Londonderry

lescarp — 4 Dec 2008 3:05:37 GMT

Hi folks,

I'm trying to get any information on my Cooper line from Londonderry. My 4th Gr Grandparents, James and Hester/Esther Cooper and their children Jane (born in 1789) and William (born in 1795) were from Londonderry and came to the US about 1806. I'd appreciate any help I can get on them.

Les

Birth/Baptism Records Londonberry, Ireland 1780's

jdr250 — 18 Nov 2008 4:44:00 GMT

I am looking for information on how to find information on John Larimore b. 1787 Londonberry, Ireland. I would like to find his birth records or baptismal records to find his parents names. Thanks in advance for any info you can give

Confused? Bellaghy/Mullaghboy/Magherafelt

TJCheethamFrew — 30 Nov 2008 1:20:46 GMT

We were lucky to have been given a copy of my husbands Grandfather's Birth Registry, but we are now confused as to where we should have his Birth place listed as, can anyone help me understand how all these fit together? Thanks

Butcher Family

cosmicstarres — 30 Nov 2008 8:43:11 GMT

I am looking for any information on John Butcher born 1800's
He had children named John, Richard, Ernest, Frederick, Phyllis.
Not sure of his wife's name..Please contact me if you have any information

Thank You

McHenry ancestors, Feeny, Co. Derry

Claire Dion — 23 Apr 2006 4:44:43 GMT

Interested in learning more re: my great-grandparents:
Maternal:
John McHenry and Mary Jane Hasson, Feeny, Co. Derry

Paternal:
Hugh McHenry and Anne? Derryork, Dungiven,

Richard Crawford landholder

roncrawford36 — 22 Jul 2001 12:29:45 GMT

I believe the Richard Crawford that is asthe landholder at Ballynacross never existed. My great grandfather Robert Crawford inherited this land from his aunty Rachel Crawford in 1878.Whoever did the transcribing of the records must have confused Rachel for Richard. I would be interested to hear from anybody who has or wants information on the Crawfords of Maghera.

Parents of John and James Crawford born abt 1700

chris crawford — 6 Oct 2002 8:17:50 GMT

Am seeking parents of brothers james who married elizabeth campbell, daughter of george campbell of londonderry and John crawford. James and John immigrated to us about 1730.May have been located near castle dawson. sure would appreciate help.

Woods Chapel, Londonderry

nancycrane1126 — 1 Jan 2002 3:23:00 GMT

Looking for ancestors of Edward Scott and wife Mary Wiley (Wilie), whose children were baptized at Woods Chapel in 1830s. He immigrated to Indiana in 1841.

John ANDERSON - Royal Irish Constabulary

erinsullivan57 — 5 Jun 2008 11:47:35 GMT

I am trying to find family of John Anderson born 1828. He joined the Royal Irish Constabulary May 18, 1848 at age 19. He gave his native county as Londonderry. He was recommended by Inspector David Patten who was based in Derry City at that time so John must have lived in or near the city when he applied. The only other information I have is that at the time of the marriageElizabeth (Eliza( Connolly in 1852 (in Thurles, Tipperary - where he was based)he named his father also as John Anderson and that his father was a pensioner.

Does anyone have any connection with this John or any clues as to how to find where he actually came from and his father and family;

Anyone out there have this book ? // book on Aghadowey by Mullin?

Eunae — 15 Nov 2008 7:30:11 GMT

I am searching for anyone with the book on Aghadowey in Co. Londonderry that was done by Rev. T. H. MULLIN. I apologize for not having the correct title but I figured if anyone had it, you would know what I meant. I know he did a book on Limavady and the Roe Valley too.
I am particularly interested to know if it gives any details about the MOODY's, where they lived, family names, where they might have come from, what they did for work etc.
Thank You for any help.

Cartin Family from Claudy,Cty.Derry

WilliamRowley47 — 17 Feb 2002 4:33:05 GMT

Looking for my grandmother's family Cartin from Claudy, County Derry. Great grandparents were Philip & Mary Cartin of Claudy.

McElver/McElvar's of Derry (Ballymoney)

BobMcElver — 29 Oct 2001 3:13:00 GMT

I'm searching for any McElver/McElvar info for the Ballymoney, or surrounding areas. Mary Andersen McElver emmigrated to the US (New York State)with her son(s)in the late 1820's, or early 30's, possibly from that area. Other names are Benard McElver (or "var"). Mary's husband (unkn. name) died in 1824, the same year her son James McElver was born. Other sons were William McElver (DOB-1823), and possibly Patrick (DOB-1821). All emmigrated to the US (New York) either with Mary, or seperately at a later date(possibly Patrick). Any help would be GREATLY appreciated.

Bob McElver

PALMER

Donnadaleelliott — 23 Jun 2001 8:02:21 GMT

My GGGrandfather was Blaney or Bleney Palmer who was born in Spetember 10, 1820 in Londonderry, Irland, he came to America in 1823 with him parents, he died in October 7, 1899. He married Elizabeth alma Reed in Ohio in America.
That is really all I know about him. I do not know his parent's name, who his brother's and sister's were, I think he might have be Catholic but I am not really sure. If you know anything about his family, please contact me.

Thank you.

Birth/Marriage Records -- Tamlaught O'Crilly -- 1813-1859

swn610 — 24 Mar 2008 8:50:38 GMT

Looking for help in finding info on my g-g-grandparents:
(1) George William DONALDSON, born 03-Dec-1813 in Tamlaught O'Crilly. Any ideas on how to locate birth/baptismal record? (2) Fanny T. McDONOUGH (or McDONAGH) born in Feb-1835, somewhere in Lononderry (Derry) County. Any ideas on how to locate birth/baptismal record? (3) They were married sometime in 1859 somewhere in Derry. Any idea on how to find their marriage record? Thanks!!

Esdale, Kilpatrick, McClintock around Kildolllah in1850's

ungermcmullen — 11 Nov 2008 7:30:57 GMT

I am looking for information about the family of David Esdale, married to Esther Kilpatrick. They had six children - John (from Kildollah) married to Jane McClintock in Ballyportry in Ballymeany in County Antrim (1856); George, William, Matthew; two daughters, probably Margaret and Jean.

The father, David, supposedly died in a parade; the widow and all but daughter Jean emigrated to and settled in Ontario Canada sometime during the 1860's.

I have found a lot about this family in Canada; I would like to find more information about this family in Ireland.

Can anyone tell me the best way to pursue information on this Presbyterian family in County Derry? I think their residence was in the Bann Valley not far from Colerain as far as I have been able to puzzle it out.

McLaughlin McReynolds

james_hinksman — 10 Nov 2008 9:25:40 GMT

Hello can anyone help looking for details dates etc of a few marriages please, Hugh Mcreynolds married a Magaret White, they had a daughter named Mary McReynolds she married a Patrick McLaughlin 1896.

Also looking for a George McLaughlin and Catherine Gallagher marriage details etc parents names etc they marries in 1863 londonderry if anyone could give me pointers please thanks

MOODY's of Magilligan, Coleraine, Limavady, Agadowey, Macosquin and Co. L'derry in general

Eunae — 1 Nov 2008 4:26:12 GMT

I have been searching for years for any info that might help clarify which Moody's belong to which clan in Co. L'derry, Nor. Ireland. We have several Ydna matches to Moody's from Co. L'derry and one that came to America (Pennsylvania) that was from Co. Antrim (Ballymoney area).
Our other Ydna Moody cousins families came from Macosquin, Aghadowey and Limavady that we know of so far.
However, the Moody family of Magilligan and Coleraine also have a great deal in common with our other Ydna Moody cousins in that they seemed to have the same names, married into the same families etc. not to mention these Moody's all lived within a relatively close area to each other.
I am searching for Anything that might help me tie up some of the loose ends on these branches of Moody's.
Our earliest known Moody ancestor was a Thomas MOODY b.c1710 in/of Aghadowey, Co. L'derry. We also had Moody ancestors in Limavady dating back to around this time as well or just after.
What is ironic about these Moody's is that most all of them seemed to have come to Pennsylvania. Some went to New York City and were hatters and boot makers.
Some landed in Maryland but removed to PA and they were linen weavers.
One branch went to Nova Scotia from the New Jersey area in the mid 1700's not as Loyalists but probably as planters, taking over the lands made available after the Acadian exile in c1755.

Nearly all of our Moody's married into other known families who came to Nor. Ireland from Scotland. Most of our Ydna is more closely matched or shares partial matches to many other Scottish surnames indicating to me that our Moody's/Moodie's/Mudie's spent a great deal of time in Scotland at some point early on in our Ydna chain.

Some of the Surnames that our ydna Moody's married into or have close family ties to were McQuiston, McGranahan, Martin, Williams, Williamson, Chisolm, Glendinning/Clendennen, McNeill, Denny, Cherry, Jackson, Crawford, Witty/McQuitty/McWhitty, Watson, Sloan, Gordon, Fleming, Shannon, Wilson, Lynch, McCaghen, Cochran, Armstrong, Eakin/Ekin, Allison, Toler/Tolar, Carre/Carr/Kerr, Wingate, Armstrong, Phinney/Finney, McBride, Sterrett/Starratt and many others.

I have noticed that many of these same families also lived in these areas that the Moody's did in Co. L'derry that I mentioned above (Magilligan, Coleraine, Macosquin, Aghadowey, Limavady etc.) and I would be most greatful for any help on brief genealogies of MOODY families who may link to any of these names in these areas.

I am also interested in learning if any of your Moody family history states that our Moody's came to Nor. Ireland from Scotland.
Thank you for any help.

james morrison

haslbeck — 30 Jan 2007 3:46:40 GMT

I wonder if you have found any information on your james morrison from londonderry. I have a James morrison in my family roots, from limavady and wonder if we are connected. I also wonder what other information you have regarding morrison's from this area. any information would be of great help.
thanks,

BOON-LONDONDERRY 1799

Marcia Schulz — 27 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

My ggg-father, William Boon, was born in Londonderry in 1799, and emigrated to Canada in 1827 with wife Jane Chambers, and brothers Charles, John & James. Looking for parents or other siblings of William or Jane.

Ann Orr and Valentine Shirley/Shirla of Aghadowey

Elaine Orr — 30 Aug 2004 11:11:11 GMT

Gelvin

bejoux1 — 4 Jul 2001 2:20:59 GMT

Seeking any information about anyone named Gelvin in Derry.

FAMILY COUSLEY AND DAVISON

marvin_cherie — 23 Oct 2008 12:36:11 GMT

HI THERE,MY NAME IS MARVIN MITCHELL(MCLAUCHLIN),,I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANY PARENTS OR MORE INFO ON THESE
TWO PEOPLE,,JOHN COUSLEY 1838-39 MARRIED SARAH DAVISON 1841
ABOUT 1866,ALSO I KNOW THAT THEY WERE MARRIED AT
CHURCH MONEYMORE SECOND PRESBYTERIAN ;PARISH ARTREA THEY HAD 4 OR 5 CHILDREN BEFORE THEY LEFT FOR CANADA ABOUT 1881,,CHILDREN THAT I KNOW OF WERE
ANDREW 1868,WILLIAM 1870,MARGARET JANE 1871,SARAH ANNE 1874
THANKYOU IN ADVANCE FOR ALL YOU DO FOR EVERYONE

Rev. John Cannon b. 1784 Dungiven, Co. Derry, IRE to PA/USA

H_Metheny — 21 Mar 2005 7:00:09 GMT

> Hugh CANNON b. 1755 d. 1830 m. Mary THOMPSON d. 1809
> They had 7 children:
>
> 1. Baby (this was her name)
> 2. James CANNON m. Beckie
> 3. Alexandra CANNON d. 1809
> 4. Catherine CANNON
> 5. Alexander CANNON
> 6. Martha CANNON
> 7. Rev. John CANNON b. 19 Nov. 1784 Dungiven, County Derry, Ireland d. 2 Feb 1836 Greensburg, Westmoreland Co., PA - pastor of New Alexandria Reformed Presbyterian Church
(Covenanter OR Reformed Presbyterian)
- came to U.S. and settled in Westmoreland Co., PA in 1788
m. Martha BROWN (daughter of Robert and Ann BROWN)
b. 28 Dec 1799 Greensburg, Westmoreland Co., PA
d. 9 Nov 1884 Morning Sun, Louisa Co., Iowa
she moved to Iowa in 1854 with one of her children
she was her parent's oldest daughter
she is buried Elmwood Cemetery

> They had 8 children:
>
1. Mary A.
2. Rev. Robert Brown
3. Matilda b. PA d. 31 Jul 1848 m. Rev. Josiah DODDS > 4. 4. Amanda Susan b. 1826 m. Robert James DODDS b. 1824
> THEY had 2 children: Mary Ellen DODDS & John CANNON DODDS
>

Mary Ellen DODDS b. 1849 m. David METHENY b. 1836

They had 6 children:
> 1.Mary Evangeline b. 1879 d. 1940
> 2.John Renwick b. 1881 d. 1947
> 3.Janet Theodora b. 1883 d. 1971
> 4.Robert Livingstone b. 1885
> 5.Carey Wycliffe b. 1888 d. 1888
> 6.Coligny Brainerd b. 1889 d. 1960
> m. Kathryn Isabel Tomasson had 4 children:
> David Brainerd, Richard Tomasson,

John Edgar, Kathryn
>

John Cannon DODDS b. 1852
> m. Letitia M. DODDS b. abt 1855 (daughter of John
> DODDS & Agnes Purvis) John and Letitia were 2nd
> cousins. They had 3 children: Eugene, David, Gideon

5. Elizabeth B. b. 1831 PA
6. John Renwick b. 4 Oct 1833 PA d. 4 Feb 1924
7. Martha b. 19 Jan 1836 PA d. 27 Mar 1926 Iowa
8. unknown name

LESLEY MOODY

gertrude_moody — 12 Sep 2004 9:00:55 GMT

I am looking for information about the family of Lesley Moody and J. Potts. Their children were Jane, Lesley, Emily, Godfrey, Ruth, Leonard and Kathleen. Jane married D.Wilkins.Lesley's parents were William Moody and Jane Alexander, married in 1798 and who lived in Limavady, Co Derry.

William Allison, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland > Pennsylvania

billie190 — 1 Jul 2006 9:47:33 GMT

Searching for ancestors of William Allison, who was born in Ireland ab. 1759, and who emigrated in 1799 from Ballykelly (very near to Limavady), County Londonderry (Derry), NI. He and his family settled in western Pennsylvania, Slippery Rock area, Butler/Mercer County. William died in 1835 and was buried with his wife Sarah, 1757-1815. He had one known son Robert (born 1789 in NI), assumably a William Jr. and possibly a third son. VERY interested in finding family in Ireland - and ultimately Scotland! Thank you in advance - Billie Smith Culler

Drennan family - from Carse Hall, Limavady in 1800's

hmackrell — 12 Oct 2008 10:19:57 GMT

My great grandfather, Robert Hugh Drennan (1865 - 1917) was from there. I believe his parents were James W. Drennan and Catherine (nee Wilson) and grand parents were John W. Drennan (originally from Ayr, Scotland) and ? Cherry.

Does anyone have any information or perhaps shed any light on this family?

Many thanks,
Hugh Mackrell

Prehen and Half-Hanged John McNaughten

annazieg — 24 Oct 2008 5:10:34 GMT

Hello, I am looking for information on the descendants of Half-Hanged John McNaughten and his accomplice John (or Thomas?) Dunlop, who were both executed in 1761 for the murder of Marianne Knox. I know John McNaughten had children but I don't have names. I can't find any information on Dunlop.
The reason I discovered Prehen is because of a family legend that has been passed down: twin brothers fled from Ireland on a ship, one of them died on the way and his body was hidden in a trunk for the rest of the trip. That trunk was passed down through the family for many generations before my grandmother threw it out. Now all we have is a garbled story my mother heard as child. The boys' father was said to have been beheaded by a mob at "castle peahen." The only similar name I have come across is Prehen. We are having trouble tracing that family branch back beyond 1820 so I was hoping if i could find descendants i could try tracing either Mcnaughten or Dunlop the other way.

presbyterians of magherafelt

marvin_cherie — 20 Oct 2008 2:56:55 GMT

can anyone find any info on a family name john cousley and
his wife sarah davidson,they had 4 children before they left for Canada 1874 -1880 ;;one of their daughters was Margaret b:1871
they married about 1874-1868,,
thankyou in advance marvin mitchell(mclauchlin)

Workhouse records for Londonderry

debbslot — 19 Aug 2007 1:05:39 GMT

Looking for workhouse records for Catherine c1838 and Isabelle Boyle c1840 (orphan sisters) from Londonderry. Were sent to Australia in 1854 arrived 1855. Fathers name believed to be John Boyle.

Does anyone know if there are records online or can do a lookup for me, as I am in Australia.

Any assistance is greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Deb

DEERY

Melanie Hoffman — 28 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for connections to the Deery family of Londonderry. Ancestors I have so far:
Hugh Deery ca 1870 (maybe married to an Agnes)
John Deery (farmer)ca 1895( married Catherine Doherty 1904)
Celia Deery ca 1910 (born), left Ireland for Manchester and Blackpool.
Any connections appreciated

family near Eglington County Derry

JON — 6 Feb 2004 1:06:44 GMT

Hi i still have relatives near Eglington,County Derry,as my gran and dad were born near there.Their surname is Deery.Wonder if anyone knows of them?
Cheers
Jon

Newton Camavaddy, Derry, Ireland? - Sarah (Thompson) Graham

JDJames89 — 17 Oct 2008 4:33:03 GMT

I am looking to track down information on the parents and siblings of a woman named Sarah Thompson who was born September 10, 1810 in "Newton Camavaddy, Derry, Ireland." I have no idea exactly where this is. Can anyone help me track Sarah down?

Dunachie 1840's

Don_Muirhead — 17 Oct 2008 11:40:07 GMT

I have a John DUNACHIE son of Owen Dunachie (police inspector - deceased) and Margaret McDonald (or McDaniel - poor image - deceased) who was b, ca 1843 based on the 1871 census (states he was born in Derry) and his 1868 marriage registration in Glasgow to Mary Hamilton Muirhead. They had two boys, James 1869 and William Muirhead 1871. Mary died in 1877 and they vanished from Scotland by the 1881 census. For now I'm assuming he returned to Ireland.

This is my first venture into Ireland so if someone can point me in the right direction to secure appropriate records it would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers!!!

Don Muirhead
Port Dover, ON CA

John MOODY of Co. L'derry who had sons William and Robert - Limavady links etc.

Eunae — 17 Oct 2008 3:54:10 GMT

I am searching for the family of a John MOODY who was married at least twice, first wife's name is unknown to me at this time, but with this first wife he had a son named William MOODY who was said to attend school in or near Limavady where his Grandmother lived. (not sure if that was his Grandmother MOODY or his mother's mother?).
His father John MOODY was said to have owned a bleach-green in Co. L'derry. However, I believe this branch of the MOODY family has ties to the MOODY's in the Roe Valley/Limavady area and also to those of Magilligan and Coleraine areas as well.
I also firmly believe there is a tie to the John MOODY b.c1813 whose son James MOODY married Mary Ann LYNCH (daug. of William Lynch and Margaret Jane McCAGHEN...various spellings on her last name) who in turn came to Pennsylvania in the latter 1800's sailing out of Scotland.
We have a Ydna link to this branch of the Moody's (James who married Mary Ann).
The Magilligan MOODY's are linked back to a John MOODY and Mary HOPKINS whose family were said to have come to Nor. Ireland from Fifeshire, Scotland. I Highly suspect we are or Would Be Ydna related to this branch of the Moody's as well as the first names and other links are so much in common with our Known Moody's from Nor. Ireland who came to Nor. America (from Nova Scotia to the Southern states of the USA).
One of my matching Ydna families is in Nova Scotia and at least one known member of the Magilligan branch of MOODY's also came to Nova Scotia, living in the Exact same place as my own Ydna Moody cousins did as well. That was Israel MOODY who married Elizabeth CASKEY (prob. orig. MaCaskie or McCaskey or some variant spelling...see Black's book of Scottish Surnames under the spelling of MaCASKIE).
Within my own MOODY family tree the middle name of "ROSS" is used several times in the children of my 5th grt. grandparents James MOODY and his wife Elizabeth DONALD (descendant of family of Clan Donald/MacDonald). I suspect there may have been some family link with the ROSS's back in Nor. Ireland or from Scotland to my own Moody family but so far have not been able to prove this other than from the fact that the surname appears as middle names in my own Moody family tree and for what reason I have no idea as none of these descendants married Ross's and none of their wives families from my own research has revealed any Ross link as yet, so I am guessing this link MAY be from my James MOODY's parents side as it is not on his wife Elizabeth DONALD's side. (One of their grt. grandson's was named "James Ross NEWCOMB"...was this my 5th grt. grandfather's middle name as well?....James Ross MOODY??)

The surname of LEWIS also appears as a middle name among their grandchildren too but there were Lewis' in this area who may have come over from Nor. Ireland too for all I know.
My James MOODY appeared out of no where in York Co., Maine (not all that far Geographically) from Nova Scotia where our Ydna Moody's lived), when he married my 5th grt. grandmother Elizabeth Donald (also seen spelled as Donnell/Dunnell etc.) in Jan. of 1774. Then they disappear off the map again.
I suspect James came to York Co., Maine for work as it was a flourishing port during that time.
Elizabeth's father was Capt. Benjamin Donald/Donnell a very prominent man in York Co. and Lincoln Co., Maine as was his father Capt. Nathaniel DONALD/Donnell who came to York Co., ME from Rowley, Essex Co., MA. Capt. Nathaniel DONALD's wife was Elizabeth TODD. The Donald's/Donnell's owned their own ships and a great deal of lands in York and Lincoln Co.'s in Maine and perhaps in other areas too.

They donated land to build a bridge in York Co., Maine and other lands they owned in Lincoln Co., ME (Bath/Georgetown area) for cemeteries. They also owned lands in and along the Sheepscot River (at that time called Jeremy Squam) in the area now known as Wiscasset, Maine.
I have deed info and details on this, as well as Capt. Nathaniel's will where he mentions the lands given to his son Benjamin etc. One of my 5th grt. grandmother's Nephew's (son of her brother Moses Donald/Donnell) was Rev. Moses DONALD/Donnell who lived in Wiscasset, ME for a while and he was a Methodist/Episcopal preacher in the church in Wiscasset that has the big Clock Tower. (it did the last time I was there anyway...several years ago now).

At any rate, my James Moody has been my Brick Wall for years and the only thing to help chisel away at that wall so far has been the proof of relationships via our Ydna testing results. I was always told that our Moody's were from the English lines that came to New England in the 1600's. The Ydna results have now Proven that NOT to be the case. There were 3 major lines of Moody's in New England all around the same time, all naming their children the same names, who were all born around the same times and then on top of that all lived in the same states, towns etc. even marrying into some of the same families.
This has caused a considerable amount of confusion and grief among those of us Moody's trying to find our proper family tree connections. Not to mention the countless numbers of Old Genealogies which have reported links that are now being found out via Ydna results are Not Correct.
The Clement Moody line of Exeter, NH has NO links whatsoever via bloodlines to the William or John MOODY lines of Newbury, MA and Hartford, CT respectively. Also William and John MOODY were NOT blood cousins at least as is being shown to us right now, again from Ydna testing results. Perhaps one day more male born MOODY's will be tested that will prove that otherwise, but as it stands right now, there is No link between any of these 3 early MOODY families who came to New England in the early 1600's.

My rogue Moody family has No links to any of the 3 major Moody lines of early New England. My Moody family didn't show up in Nor. America until around c1750. Ditto for my Ydna Moody family in Nova Scotia. Our earliest known Ydna MOODY was a Thomas MOODY b.c1710 in/of Aghadowey, Co. L'derry, Ireland who married Jean McQUISTON supposed daughter of a Benjamin McQuiston and they and many others came to New Castle, DE in c1735 and removed to PA for a while but then headed South to Guilford Co., NC. From there, their descendants removed to TN, OH, KY, MS, AL, TX, KS, ARK etc. we have ydna Moody cousins all over the place now.

Back to the Moody's of Nor. Ireland. Here are some of the other Surnames I believe to be part of our family tree as well...those in Nor. Ireland or Scotland who have married into our Moody/Moodie/Mudie family or who have known Ydna links to our lines...
Ledlie, Eakin, Stewart/Stuart, I've also recently noted a possible HEMPHILL link from something I read online, Hutton, Leslie, Shannon, Herron, Crawford, CARRE/Carr/Kerr,
Chisolm/Chisholm, McNeill, Glendinning/Clendennen, Hamilton, very possible Morrison, Ross as I mentioned earlier, Green, Smith and several others.
There may be No link between these other Moody branches in Nor. Ireland even though they sure do seem to have a lot in common with our family, and perhaps one day we will find out the truth.
I think it is a real shame however that certain branches of these Moody families appear to be unwilling to share the genealogy of their branches with others (Not all of them, but I have encountered some who do not) when they might be able to help those of us who have been struggling for so long to find ours. You could be the very ones who hold the key to tear down that brick wall. Since the Nor. Ireland records are so scarce, I feel that genealogy is for everyone, and if you've discovered some old record somewhere in your travels that might help someone link to those folks, I believe its a kindness that should be shared.
If I can help anyone further with any of the info I might have regarding these folks I've mentioned here, please leave a message reply and I'll do my best to help you out.
If you can help me with any of these names or family branches I have mentioned, I would be Most greatful as well.
Thank You.

Leacock family of Desertmartin

lwbldb — 23 May 2007 2:50:39 GMT

I am trying to locate information regarding an Elizabeth Leacock of Desertmartin, born approximately 1822-23. Does anyone have information regarding parents, siblings, etc.? I know she married a William Yorke of Magherafelt in 1844 but know nothing of her family. Thank you. Linda Brown

William Maughlin, born 1738?

jeffmaughlin1 — 22 Mar 2007 8:19:36 GMT

Our family has been traced back to William Maughlin of York County, PA, but we've been stuck for years as to his father's name. His father fought in the Battle of Culloden per Joseph, William's grandson (my great-great grandfather). Recently, we've found a letter from Ezemiah Maughlin to Mrs. AJ Maughlin (Joseph's son) that shows William lived for a time in County Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland and his church certificate was signed by the Session of Castle Dawson. Any further information would be greatly appreciated.

McIlwaine or McElwaine

NancyRandall77 — 13 Jan 2005 12:31:10 GMT

Seeking info on John McIlwaine who is listed as a boarder along with my grandmother's family (Johnston)....on census.

James Henry Andrews/Mary McIntire

angelaansley — 14 Oct 2008 12:36:38 GMT

I am trying to find the families of James Henry Andrews who was born March 15, 1818 in Coleraine, Ireland and went to Philadelphia, PA in 1835 and then moved to Columbia, Tennessee. His wife, Mary McIntire, was born on April 22, 1818 in Ireland as well. I think James' mother was named Elizabeth Boyd. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.

Cunningham in Donagal Ireland

James C Cunningham — 6 Jun 2000 12:00:00 GMT

looking for spouse of John dob about 1730 who was born in Donagal. His father was william, born about 1680 in Donagal.
spouse and father are unknown. Any help would be appreciated

Moore Marriage

tdoty117 — 12 Oct 2008 9:13:37 GMT

Looking for a marriage between ? Moore and Jean ?. She was born approx. 1662 and arrived in Massachusetts in 1718 with grown children John and James. Jean, John, and James were signees of petition to settle in Massachusetts.Petition made to Governor Shute. ANY help most appreciated.

Tom Doty

Hasson/Rodgers/Morrison/Gordon/Caldwell

BarbaraLewis75 — 5 Jul 2003 2:31:48 GMT

I would like to exchange information on the Hasson and Rodgers/Rogers families of County Londonderry, Ireland. Jacob Caldwell Hasson married Isabella Rodgers, daughter of Andrew and Jane (Gordon) Rodgers, in Second Limavady Presbyterian Church in 1847 and immigrated shortly afterwards. His brother, William, married Ann Morrison, daughter of John and Katie Morrison, and immigrated several years earlier. A Thomas Hasson was a witness to the marriage. Jacob's father was listed as "dead" but did not give his name. William's obituary states that he was born in Bovevagh. These families lived in Drumachose, Bovevagh, Dungiven,and Tamlaught Finlagen parishes. Likely there was a Caldwell family involved somewhere.

They all immigrated to the US, lived in NYC, Bureau Co. Illinois, and in 1870 homesteaded in Dodge County Nebraska and died there

Leon and Mary Lou Hasson
lhhmlh@door.net
c/o Barbara Lewis (who sent this message)
lewisroots@attbi.com

Wylies of Magherafelt

southernladuk — 8 Oct 2008 1:24:06 GMT

can anybody hep me? I am trying to find out mor of my maternal grandfathers family who lived in Magherafelt. He married Lilly wier and wlived in Holywood. I belive my mother still has cousins in Magherafelt today.

MOORE of Londonderry

tdoty117 — 7 Oct 2008 3:02:51 GMT

I'm seeking information on John and James Moore who with their mother,Jean,left Londonderry,arriving in Boston Julyand August 1718. Any information will help.

Glass family in Park.

JohnGlass2002 — 28 Dec 2001 11:46:57 GMT

Im continuing to look for any details on the Glass family that were living in Park, near Feeney in 1895.
My Great Great Grandfather was John Glass who married Mary Feeny, his son George married Maggie Devine. My grandfather was one of 8 children of whom my Grandfather Michael married Catherine Donaghy, daughter of James Donaghy.

Im looking for Glass and Donaghy families with roots in Park, or Eden/Altinure/Tirelighter townlands in Co.Londonderry.

James Campbell of Augusta

bbillcampbell — 30 Sep 2008 11:21:52 GMT

I believe James Campbell, 1682-1753 is my immigrant ancestor. I have a lot of info like his will and land deeds,etc. Purportedly born in Ireland, but it's not sourced. I'm having a hard time finding his arrival, more likely than not in PA. I need to find a source to get through the Brick Wall on the other side of the pond. His will was definitely witnessed in Staunton, VA. Anybody have any clues? - Bill Campbell

McManigell

NinaMarieMcManigellReynolds — 3 Oct 2008 11:25:04 GMT

Looking for information on John McManigell and Sarah McCorry.They came from Ireland and married in New York.The spelling of McManigell could be many different ways.After N.Y.they moved on to Illinois.John died in Silver Cliff,Colorado and Sarah died in Illinois.I think they arrived in N.Y. about 1840.They married in N.Y. abt.1842.Their fisrt child Margaret was born in N.Y. in 1851.John was born at.1820 and Sarah abt.1825.

Book - Limavady and the Roe Valley by Mullin - Need Look-up please

Eunae — 3 Oct 2008 7:11:27 GMT

If anyone out there has the book called Limavady and the Roe Valley by T. Mullin that was published in 1983, I really need a look-up please.
You can email me since the book I know is copyrighted.
I am searching for the info regarding the MOODY family or families that is supposedly contained within it.
Thank you very much for any help.

Anderson

chrisgreer_1 — 21 Jan 2007 2:29:54 GMT

I have reason to believe that my Anderson family came from around Londonderry. I am looking for information on three marriages: Samuel Walker (b. abt 1800) and Martha Anderson (b. abt 1799) in Ireland before 1824; James Anderson (b. abt 1804) and Elizabeth ------ (b. abt 1805) in Ireland prior to 1836, when they emigrated to New Brunswick, Canada; and Samuel Thompson Anderson (b. abt 1810) and Mary Mills (b. abt 1804) prior to 1838 when their son Samuel was born in Ireland.

Any help with any of these marriages would be appreciated as I have not been able to find documentation on any of these.

MCELWEE

Mary Brannon — 11 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

The father of my immigrant ancestors was William McElwee, who is supposedly buried in the Old Presbyterian Churchyard in Londonderry. He would have probably died somewhere between 1745 and 1780. His sons arrived in America around 1760 as near as I can tell. Searching for documentation on William, his wife's name, any other children, etc. Also, would anyone know what clan this name would indicate. I have one article which says the family originated in County Ross, Scotland and is Clan Ross. Other research seems to point to it as a derivative of McAvoy and be Clan McClaine.???????

Newton Camavady (Newtown Limavady) records.

JDJames89 — 25 Sep 2008 3:01:05 GMT

I am looking to track down information on the parents and siblings of a woman named Sarah Thompson who was born September 10, 1810 in "Newton Camavaddy, Derry, Ireland." This comes from an 1848 Mormon marriage record, so the spelling is probably off. I have no idea exactly where this is, but it has been suggested that this is maybe supposed to be Newtown Limavady (which doesn't seem unlikely in transcribing hand-written records). Can anyone help me track Sarah down? She is part of a big puzzle I am desperately trying to figure out. Absolutely anyhting would help. Thanks.

Researching Andrew Hunter, Clendermot Parish, Londonderry

dannybou — 14 Sep 2008 2:05:44 GMT

I am researching Andrew Hunter, born circa 1803 and enlisted in the Royal Sappers and Miners in 1826 and was pensioned in 1829 in Canada. Married Jane Doherty from Donegal. Any info would be appreciated.

Castledawson Legion seeks information

jameswilliamdawson — 24 Sep 2008 4:08:43 GMT

This was an article published recently in the Mid-Ulster Mail
By Staff reporter
CASTLEDAWSON and District Branch of the Royal British Legion are hoping to mark the 90th anniversary of the ending of World War One by publishing a booklet.
This would include details of those from the local area, that is Castledawson, Bellaghy, Knockloughrim and surrounding districts, who lost their lives in the World Wars and indeed, in subsequent conflicts.

The Legion would like to hear from anyone having details, photographs, letters etc. of any family members who died in the conflicts.

Needless to say, any material lent will be returned to the owner safe and sound. Names are often read on war memorials, but little or nothing is known of the people.

Indeed, the War Memorial Hall at Main Street has within a number of marble tablets and plaques that bear the names of many who died during the 1914-1918 conflict.

While their names “ever liveth”, time has long forgotten the personal details of those who gave their lives. Also, a War Memorial was erected on the old “Bell Park” in 1994, this too in memory of members of HM Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in two World Wars and subsequent conflicts.

Anyone who feels that they have information that could be of use in this booklet , should contact Mr Sam Hudson, telephone 79632058 after 7pm , Mr Ronnie Curry 79468408, or any member of the Castledawson Branch of the Royal British Legion.

Simpson Wilson

coeescrow — 19 Sep 2008 1:21:14 GMT

I've just found the townland that my great grandmothers family was from so I'm reaching out to searchers in Derry,
Bellaghy, Derry, Ireland

Name: Simpson Wilson (father), Elizabeth Wilson (mother
my g grandmother: Helen Wilson born approx: 1860-1869

Helen married a Mr. Scott and moved to the usa 1895 (new York, New York), then married Robert Adams in 1901.

other children: Simpson Wilson born June 26, 1869
Robert Wilson born July 16, 1874

I believe the family was Presb. by faith.

Would love help on finding documentation on this family.

Thank you,
Susan Mulledy

Waterside in Londonderry?

cbrad_uk — 18 Sep 2008 9:41:54 GMT

I notice how knowledgeable you all are on this thread about Derry and this general area so I wondered if I could glean any information from anyone. Having just had the first piece of luck in tracing my G grandparents in Derry by reading a chance remark about the 'Declaration' of 1912 (only found my G grandmother so far on this) I have the address of 4 Clifton Street, Waterside, Londonderry. I am sure this is correct as it also is on my grandmother's marriage certificate of the same year. My grandmother was married in Ebrington Rd Presbyterian church to a british soldier stationed at the time in Ebrington barracks in Derry.
I have tried marriage records of churches and other helpful people have tried to identify John b 1863 (+-1yr) and Matilda b1858(+-1yr) Adair, in public records but with no success. Matilda, I understand came from Scotland. I have worked out their birth years from burial records I hold. Any help, information about waterside or information on the area that might help would be so appreciated. I think my grandmother Annie b 1885, believed the eldest of about nine children, grew up on a farm but her parents were very poor so her father was probably an agricultural labourer then. One brother John, died as a private in WW1 in the RIF.
Thanks for any help.

Spess, Weaver, Ball, Hooper, Gilreath in Oklahoma Help !

Troy — 29 Sep 2002 2:29:03 GMT

Can anyone help me with my Spess ancestry? My info..
Grandmother: Phyllis Louise (Spess) Pulliam
G Grandfather: Edgar Ray Spess w\ Ruby Mitchell
GG Grandfather: Charles Elmon Spess w\ Louise Emma (?)
I have great info to share for both Gilreath and Ball line
also looking for Weaver family info
G Grandfather: Harold Vernon "tuffy" Weaver w/ Maudie Hooper
GG Grandfather: John T. Weaver w/ Alice C. (?)

Kane Family

Carol Dunbar — 9 Jun 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Frederick Kane, a farmer, marriage unknown, had a child Frederick Kane (b approx 1826) in Coleraine.

Frederick Kane (b1826) married Susan Caldwell 13 Aug 1854 in Coleraine. Susan's father wasa labourer named John Caldwell. Frederick and Susan had at least one child Susan Kane ( b 4 Apr 1856) in Coleraine. She later married Richard Caddell on 25 Jun 1880 in Glasgow and came to Canada and had several children.

Goerge FERGUSON

ivy48 — 13 Sep 2008 11:43:12 GMT

Hi Melinda
I cannot sent emails to your address so I'll post here until It's sorted.
I got your email and read it before I opened pics, but unfortunately when I returned to email to read it again it was gone. I do remember you asked for Annie's tree I will let you have it ASAP, I sorry to be a pest but would it be possible to resend the info that was in the email?

I will let you have my postal address when my email problem is sorted.

It must have been a dream to travel to Ireland to find your roots, I will view them today. Thanks so much!

Look forward to hearing from you soon.
Ivy

George FERGUSON

ivy48 — 12 Sep 2008 12:23:32 GMT

Hi George
I have tried to send email asking for details, but the email address in post will not work for me.

I would love to have info you have my email is ivylynn@blueyonder.co.uk if you can send me some info I will check to see if I have anything you may not have.

Thanks in advance
Ivy

George Ferguson

I Wilkinson — 12 Nov 2004 8:15:53 GMT

Has anyone any info on George Ferguson born in Ballybriest in 1810, he married a NancyCrooks she was born in 1812, they had 11 children
Robert
William
James
Sarah
Alexander
Samuel
Mary
John
George
Eliza jane
Annie

McMurray/Mcalonie 1900s Coleraine

moiracruachan2 — 13 Sep 2008 1:13:24 GMT

Anyone have any knowledge of Annie Wilson McAlonie who married Robert Crosbie McMuray in Glasgow in 1908 and then returned to Coleraine, Londonderry, Ireland. Robert was a Mercantile Clerk who lived at 1 Abbey Street, Coleraine and Annie lived at 9 Arthur Street, Glasgow. Anything helps.

Is it "Newton-Limavady" or "NewtoWn"?

Eunae — 21 Jul 2008 5:16:16 GMT

I have noticed that several folks searching for relatives have referred to this town or parish as "Newton"-Limavady (as in the cookie Fig Newton for example)
Is this the correct spelling? If it is, then I have been spelling it wrong as "NewTOWN" all this time.
If the spelling is indeed "Newton" then this carries a possible greater significance in regards to my own family name of MOODY (prob. orig. spelled as MOODIE/Mudie/Mudy from Scotland) and the area of Co. Londonderry where they might have come from or possibly showing where their other family of MOODY's were from, since the name of "NEWTON" is used several times in our Ydna MOODY family trees.

This could be showing some sort of loyalty to their hometown area back in Co. Londonderry when they came to America (Pennsylvania) originally but then later moved to the Guilford Co., NC area and other places as well.
I can't seem to find the name of "Newton" elsewhere in the Moody family or the families in which they married into, doesn't mean it isn't there, just that I am not familiar with it if it is.
Therefore a Possible clue; even though its a broad stretch; may be that they were naming children (mostly used as a Middle name) for their beloved Nor. Ireland township of Newton-Limavady.
For quite some time I have been trying to make a family connection between our Ydna families who all seemed to have come over to America (mostly to PA too) from Co. L'derry, Ireland, and the John MOODY family who owned a Bleach Green who had family in Newton-Limavady. John was married twice and had sons by each wife making them half brothers. These half brothers William and Robert MOODY came to PA in c1816 with nice mens linen shirts to sell and moved in with a relative in PA (poss. Philly area). There were already MOODY's living in this area and one of them is another confirmed Ydna Moody family to us (Samuel Moody who was a linen weaver and wife Martha), whether or not this was the relative that Wm. and Robert moved in with we have no way of knowing, but its possible.
Robert Moody died while in his 20's but his half brother William Moody removed to the Pittsburgh, PA area and was quite successful as were some of his children and descendants. I would love to be able to find a family connection to these Newton/Newtown-Limavady MOODY's and our Ydna Moody's. Perhaps our earliest known ydna ancestor Thomas MOODY b.c1710 in/of Aghadowey, Co. Londonderry, Ireland was giving us clues to the links in his Moody family back in Ireland by way of the repeated use of the name of "NEWTON" in his descendants.
Anyway, If the name of this town is NEWTON, please let me know as I have seen it used both ways over and over and have wondered which one is correct.
Thank You.

Skaggs & Mary Thear MYTH!

kcskaggs — 1 Mar 2007 2:09:24 GMT

Just received this and it's proof WITHOUT A SHADOW of a doubt that MARY THEAR was NOT married to a Skaggs... please read the following AND PASS IT ON so that this poor woman can be removed from the SKAGGS GENEALOGY pages as she should be!

The Lyman Draper Manuscript Collection archived at the Wisconsin Historical Society in Madison, Wisconsin, tells us that "Henry, Charles, and Richard Skaggs and three other brothers were grandsons of an Irishman who fled from Ireland of Londonderry in 1688-'89, when so many of the hardy Scotch-Irish race emigrated to the shores of the New World. We find his adventurous descendants, natives of Maryland, living on the frontiers of New River and sharing largely in the toils and hardships of the Long Hunters in 1770-'71." [note 23, p.277: "MS. statements of Capt. John Barbee, derived from Thomas and Moses Skaggs, son of Charles Skaggs; MS. notes of conversations with Morgan Vardeman of Kentucky."] --Lyman C. Draper, The Life of Daniel Boone, Ted Franklin Belue, ed. (Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books, 1998), 268.

Many years ago, perhaps several decades ago, a book was discovered that contained the names of Mary Thear, age 60, Richard Scaggs (Scago), age 29, and John Scaggs (Scago), age 25, identified together in a lease dated April 10, 1753, in Kent Co., MD. One entry on page 9 has the code, (M), in front of Mary Thear's name and a few researchers jumped to the conclusion that this meant she was Richard and John's mother.
However, page 2 of this book lists the abbreviation codes used on its pages:
(A) date of lease -- 1753, April 10; (B) to whom leased -- Mary Thear;
(D) tenant in possession -- Annas Glenn; (C) number of acres -- 15;
(E) annual rent -- 0.2 0; (L) now held -- Richard & John Scago (Scaggs) & Lessee;
(M) ages of the persons mentioned in the lease & other remarks --
Mary Thear 60; Richard 29, John 25.

Ballymacpeake

stevemcpeek_1 — 8 Sep 2008 2:43:29 GMT

Does anyone know of someone who lives in the County Derry and would be willing to photograph some signs that include the name Ballymacpeake?

Robinson & McMenamin search in Derry????

LindaGreen822 — 1 Jun 2004 11:50:11 GMT

My great grandmother Jane ROBINSON was born 1891 at 5 Quarry St Derry, her parents on her birth certificate are Joseph ROBINSON & Susan ROBINSON (Nee McMenamin). Present at the birth was Mary F Henry from 1 Quarry St.

Can anyone tell me where I start to look for information about Joseph & Susan. I live in Australia & so far haven't had much luck with my Irish research??

William Boggs, 1630 - 1737, Londonderry, Ireland

melissabreazeale — 6 Aug 2008 12:48:08 GMT

I'm looking for my family line in Ireland. I'm looking for a line that descends from William Boggs born in 1630 in Londonderry, Ireland. He died in 1685 in Londonderry, Ireland. His father was James Boggs (no other information given.) He also had a son named James Boggs who was born around 1670 in Londonderry, Ireland. He died in 1737 in Whiteland, Chester County, Pennsylvania. James Boggs, son of William, was in the United States prior to 1724. We know this because his son, Joesph, was born in 1724 in Pennsylvania. If anyone has any information on this line or think that they have information on this line, but need further information on the lines continuous after it arrived in America, please email me at melissabreazeale@yahoo.com

lookup request weir mayes o'kane tolland toal

djunqx — 20 Feb 2008 4:55:35 GMT

My family has Scot-Irish roots and them came from N.Ireland (Belfast, Ahoghill, or Magherafelt) to Port Glasgow aka Pt.G (easier to write, lol)

Here is what I know, any more info or even confirmation of my info would be lovely.

The Mayes family came to Pt. G. sometime between 1860-1885, the head of my family was Isaac Mayes born abt 1831, likely in Belfast and his wife Mary Ann Tolland born abt. 1836 likely in Belfast.
Their children were Robert b. 1859, Maggie b. 1863 and maybe, not certain, Ellen, Charlotte, Sarah.
As mentioned they came to Pt. G. in 1860-1885 reasons unknown, I'd love to know or even have a speculation.

Son Robert Married Rose O'Kane born abt 1864 in Scotland or Ireland - would love to know! Certainly an Irish surname. she died in the 1930's in Pt.G.

Their son Thomas was born in Port G. He is my great grandpa and he immigrated to the USA in the 1950's and I think he died in England. Anyways, his wife, my great grandma is very close to me. I never met her as she died many years before me, but my dad and aunt were close to her and say I remind them soo much of her.
She was born Alice Ann Toal, in 1889 in Pt.G and her parents were James Toal born possibly 1854 in Scotland, wife Isabella Weir born abt 1860 place unknown. I'd love any info on the Weir's and Toal's.

So any info, even suspect, on the Toal/Mayes/Weir/O'Kane would be soo much appreciated as I am getting no where and I'm dying to trace my Scot-Irish roots since I "seem" to be so much like these relatives!

thank you!

McElwee's in Northern Ireland

Lost_Leaves — 21 Aug 2008 7:04:36 GMT

I am second generation Canadian with my grandparents being from Northern Ireland (dad's side). I need help finding my g-grandfather & mother. They are: James McElwee(b.10 feb 1867 d. 19 jul 1938 of Carryclare/Carrowclare)who married Minnie McCurry (b. 13 feb 1872 d. 15 dec 1925 also of Carryclare/Carrowclare) on 24 June 1893 in Tamlaght Finlagan Church of Ireland (Protestant). Carrowclare is in the district of Myroe. Their children were: John, James and Henry living in Bonds Street of Londonderry as of 1901 census. My gg-grandfathers were Henry McElwee & John McCurry. That is pretty much all I have for now. Anyone with contacts (e-mail) in Ireland, please contact me. Thanks.

Is your family from Knockan in Banagher Parish?

mbmagilton — 28 Aug 2008 11:10:38 GMT

My Mc/Magilton ancestors came from this small community and I would like to find out more about Knockan. Joseph Magilton was a carpenter and raised a family there in the 1820s and 30s and his daughters continued with the farm untill about 1920. This family is linked with the names Gillespie, Nesbitt and McCaughey in Knockan. The largest property in Knockan, Ash Park was owned by the Stevensons. Do they have a family historian?
Wikipedia tells me that there was a large bleach-green at Knockan for bleaching Irish Linen, some of which was woven by local farmers.
I would like to hear from anyone with a knowledge of Knockan or access to local records, or even a decent map of the village.

Cheers,
Matthew Magilton,
Melbourne, Australia.
mbmagilton atmsn dotcom.

McHale/Gillon/McNicol/Kane

FamilyTymes — 10 Apr 2008 11:16:02 GMT

Looking for the above surnames possibly from Derry.
I have a Catherine and Nancy Gillon(b 1893 and 1896 in Limavady. Parents were John Gillon c1865 and Mary Ann McNicol c1875.
Johns parents were John Gillon and Helen McHale (born ??)
Mary Anns parents were William McNicholl and Nancy Kane (born ??)

McGrotty's in Derry

saguaro194 — 26 Dec 2007 1:50:46 GMT

Anyone researching the surname McGrotty in Derry? I have a great grandfather John McGrotty, born ABT 1870 to Edward McGrotty and Jessie McGurn that I am researching. I believe he may have been born in Derry, and immigrated to the US ABT 1890. He was a cooper, and had a brother Patrick, born ABT 1879.

William Wright

KylieGoode — 17 Aug 2008 4:00:51 GMT

I'm trying to find more information on William Wright who married Marion Maclean and had a son, John Wright. We have that he could have been born in Country Antrim or Londonderry before 1840, I have searched and found a possible match which details a William Wright born 10 May 1839, parents are Robert Wright and Sarah, but I can't be certain they are the same person. Does anyone have any further information on the Wright family?

AndrewBryson Catharine Bryson Ireland

tommysb — 23 Aug 2008 3:19:52 GMT

Looking for info on Andrew Bryson b. abt 1805 Ireland parents James Bryson (labourer) Janet McGee married Catharine Bryson b. abt 1805 Ireland father Hugh Bryson (tailor) Andrew and Ctharine moved to Scotland before 1824
Possible brothers of Andrew and Catherine
James b. abt 1806 Ireland, Nicol b. abt 1821 Ireland, John b. abt 1821 Ireland,
Andrew b. abt 1823 Ireland all in Scotland at 1841 Census

Devine-Kirlin

Raphoe — 15 Jul 2001 7:18:48 GMT

Looking for info on Joseph Kirlin who married Susan Devine. They were both from Claudy, Co. Derry. Joseph's father was Denis Kirlin and Susan's father was Bernard Devine.
They emmigrated to Phila and were married there. Any info appreciated.

Marriage Record for Andrew McDonough

DannyBoy1951 — 22 Aug 2008 2:09:21 GMT

1827, 23 January, Quebec City, Notre Dame parish

Andrew McDonough, peddler of this city, son of deceased Cormick McDonough and deceased Suzanna Kennedy, of parish (either Agbenloc or Aghenloc), in county of Londonderry in Ireland, married Ann McLaughlin, daughter of deceased John McLaughlin and of Catherine Viles of this city/parish.

Witnesses: Patrick Gallagher, William Quin, friends of the groom
Hugh McLaughlin, brother, and Robert Dogherty, friend of the bride

This Andrew McDonough resided very near to my Hanora McDonough near Quebec City, Canada per the 1851 census and Andrew McDonough's son married at the same church, in the same city, ON THE SAME DAY, AND BY THE SAME PRIEST, as my great-great-grandfather was.

If you have any information regarding this McDonough family please post this information to the group or e-mail me here:
dflanagan@austin.rr.com

Thanks in advance,
Dan Flanagan
Austin, TX

Hunter and Henry Families of Ireland

larryparks43 — 21 Aug 2008 10:48:23 GMT

Seeking information and connections in Ireland for the Hunter family.

Thomas H. Hunter b. about 1804 Londonderry or Antrim, Ireland, d. 1880 Hamilton, Butler Co., OH. Thomas came to the US some time before 20 Apr. 1826 when he married Clarrissa Laughlin in Butler Co. OH.

Family tradition stories say he was married in Ireland and left a wife and children to come to the US.

His parents were Thomas and Martha (Richy) Hunter and they did not immigrate.
Thomas senior was a tailor by trade. Thomas and Martha had the following children that I know of:
(Not necessarily in birth order)
Thomas H.
Samuel
Robert
William
Betsey
Martha

Betsey did not immigrate and lived in Ireland.

I believe the brothers Samuel, Robert and William also immigrated to Ohio after Thomas H Hunter.

Martha b. about 1810, Derry Ireland, married William Henry who died some time between 1844 and 1848 in Ireland. The only children I know of are: (I believe there were others)
Thomas, b 4 Nov 1832, Ireland, d. 4 Mar 1911 Cass Co. IN, USA.
John F., b. about 1836, Ireland, d. USA
Matilda, b. 30 July 1844, Ireland, d. 6 Dec. 1911 Richmond, Wayne Co., IN, USA

Nellie and Willie Shannon

elainemasaroon — 21 Aug 2008 1:01:49 GMT

Looking for any information on Nellie and Willie Shannon. Parents were Olivia Masaroon and Andrew Shannon (was a decorator/painter). Born Londonderry around 1870. Nellie married a Mr English who was the manager of Miller and Beattie's furniture shop in Derry. Nellie was still living in Derry in 1912. Willie moved to the USA or Canada...no other info on him.