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McAllister McAlister Cooley, Carlingford, Greenore

juliewilson95 — 4 Jan 2009 5:13:13 GMT

Looking for info on Edward McAlister born about 1877 Cooley area, possibly Greenore. Parents Edward McAlister and Catherine Ryan.

Also Catherine Ryan, daughter of Edward McAlister and Catherine Ryan, b Greenore 1880

HALPINS in Drogheda, County Louth

catz13 — 29 Jul 2005 12:45:19 GMT

Looking for other members of the HALPIN family from Drogheda, County Louth circa 19th century - present.

My ancestor, Thomas Halpin (1842/3-1907) was born in Drogheda and immigrated in 1872 with his wife Bridget BANNON Halpin (1843-1920) and their infant twins Lawrence and Margaret. Upon arriving in the US, he found work with the railroad and the family eventually settled in Iowa.

Thomas was the son of James Halpin. One of Thomas's grandchildren visited Drogheda in 1933 and spent time with cousins Anna Halpin and her sister Molly.

Any information is appreciated!

Reed family, Drogheda

mannyfs — 30 Dec 2008 12:18:36 GMT

I'm looking for any information regarding the Reed family from the Drogheda area.
My great great great grandfather was Thomas Reed, born Drogheda 1800/01.
He married Sarah Pledger, Strethall, Essex, in 1820, and died Saffron Walden, Essex, 1869, and was a farm labourer throughout his working life.
I know nothing of his family in Ireland, or when he came to England (before 1820) so any clues, however tenuous, would be gratefully received.

MILLTOWN, CO. LOUTH

maryfranceshughes1 — 4 Oct 2008 5:55:26 GMT

Does anyone know where Milltown, Co. Louth is? I have a death record from there and am trying to locate a more local source (ie church or town registrar).
Thank you.
Marie

Bishop family and allied lines

Brenda Elliott Sanders — 16 May 2004 5:58:44 GMT

Having trouble finding information on Bishop family tree. Looking for Patrick Bishop b. Ireland m Elizabeth Colleri (spelling may be off ) b. abt 1832. Patrick a Baker by profession. Elizabeth may have been an orphan and had lived possibly in a Catholic orphanage according to family. Children that I know of were Michael James Bishop b. May 1856 Ireland, Joseph Bishop b. abt 1861 Ireland, Theresa Bishop b. abt 1858 Ireland. Theresa married Michael Connoly abt 1879 or 1880 in Ireland. According to 1920 US MA census, they emmigrated 1880. I hav'nt been able to find out for certain were in Ireland they came from. Some family thought Louth. They lived in Boston MA and had been in NY also. Looking for marriage records and emmigration, ship lists. Any Info would be appreciated.

JOHN HUGHES AND MARYANNE McNALLY 1871

MichaelHughes65 — 25 Nov 2008 3:35:37 GMT

John Hughes (b 1836 from County Down) married Maryanne McNally (b 1846 from County Armagh) around 1871. They brought up their family in the RC parish of Lordship County Louth. The children were Margaret 1876, Maryanne 1878, Annabella (Bella) 1881, Susan 1883, James 1886, Elizabeth 1886 (twins)and Arthur Stanislaus 1889.

There is a posting on the Ancestry website by the author of the LANE FAMILY TREE and the listing gives the names of children which generally match the above family of John Hughes and Maryanne McNally. Will the author of the LANE FAMILY TREE kindly contact me.

M Hughes

RILEY, Thomas b. 1831 Louth County

kward1018 — 23 Nov 2008 11:50:18 GMT

I have the USA Civil War file for a Thomas RILEY, b. 1831-32 Ireland, Louth County. He enlisted 1861 stating he was from Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan. He served until 1865, discharged at Louisville, Kentucky, returned to Michigan. There appears to be no pension file; no parents, and no wife are mentioned.

Does this Thomas RILEY connect with any other researcher on this list?
Kelly Ward
Schoolcraft, Michigan USA

Termonfeckin and Clogherhead Graveyard Inscriptions

lifeboat1957 — 2 Jul 2007 6:03:04 GMT

I have a copy of Gravestone Inscriptions for the old Graveyard in Clogherhead and Termonfeckin.If anybody would like me to look a name up for them I will do. I am not at my computer every day so it might be a few day before I get back to you.
Joe.

Soraghan Nicholas son of Patrick

jayl1 — 5 May 2002 10:15:26 GMT

Seeking Nicholas Soraghan bDec 1841 Navan,Co Meath son of Patrick. Emigrated to South Australia pre 1860.
Any help welcome.

Coole Townland - Ardee

GrahamAWilson — 9 Nov 2008 5:09:33 GMT

Would love to hear from anyone related to, or with information concerning the Kieran family of Coole Townland, Ardee, circa 1850-1930 and perhaps later than that (Principally, Matthew Kieran, his wife Ellen (Fey, Fegan, Fagen or Hagen) and family).

Newly acquired information after visiting Ardee and environs:
Matthew Kieran - probably Matthew Kieran born 1831 at Dundalk. parents: Patrick Kieran and Catherine Hoey. Died between 1901 and 1911 Censuses, although a Matt Kieran born at Drogheda 1832 is also a candidate (still awaiting death certificate info which should confirm either or).

Wife: Ellen (Fegan?) died between 1896 and 1901.
Both of above buried at Ballapousta cemetery, near Ardee, with sons: James, Joe and Matthew.

The family nickname was "Gull Kierans", presumably to distiguish them from other Kieran families in the Ardee area.

John Dullaghan

bertadams1 — 16 Nov 2008 3:06:02 GMT

Looking for the above (+ varied spelling variants), b. around 1830, married Susan, a merchant seaman and living in GLASGOW by 1861 (and poss. by 1851). Does anyone have a connection or any information? Thanks

Scanlan/Scanlon - Drogheda

sheelaghdavies15 — 29 Oct 2003 10:01:17 GMT

I'm trying to piece together a puzzle about when my Gt. Grandparent(s) crossed the water to live in Hebburn, Co. Durham. EDWARD SCANLAN married ELIZABETH REILY - don't know when, don't know where! They had four children that I know of, all Baptised in Drogheda - MARY (1928), JUDITH (1930), PATT/Patrick (1835), then a big gap to
CHRISTOPHER (1848). There may have been other children in the meantime.
I would love to find out if Edward died before Elizabeth, with only Patrick & Christopher (as far as I know) moved to England. Elizabeth died in Hebburn, aged 77, in 1882. Her death certificate states Widow of Edward Scanlan, Brickmaker!.
Any help or guidance on where to look next, gratefully received.
Thanks

Doyle in Salterstown, Co Louth

edonegan81 — 11 Mar 2008 1:23:53 GMT

Looking for info on Doyles in Co Louth. I have more info on families of Mary Doyle Kerr (my line), Thomas Doyle's wife, Patrick Doyle's family and some info on Jane Doyle Kerr.

My GGGG Grandparents:
Patrick Doyle and Mary Faulkner
Buried in Salterstown Cemetery

Their children baptized in Salterstown, Co Louth:

John b. Sept 3, 1822
Anne b. Dec 13, 1823
Mary b. Jan 18 1830, married James Kerr in NYC, d. 1900 South Carolina
Patrick Henry b. May 14, 1833, d. Nov 13, 1913 Orangeburg, SC
Thomas b. Feb 1, 1835, married Mary Heaney in NYC, d. in USA?
John b. June 21, 1837
Jane b. Jan 6, 1839, married Frank Kerr in NYC, son Frank L Kerr, d. in USA?
Margaret (possible grandchild) b. Jan 21, 1841
James (possible grandchild) b. Jan 17, 1843

SMYTH, Ralph Charles Montgomery b, 21 June 1873. d, 12 Sept 1902

pjpjack — 9 Nov 2008 2:55:44 GMT

Ralph was born at Drogheda, Ireland. I have traced his ancestors and part of his path through the 1891 England Census and an Obituary in The Irish Times: following his death in 1902 he was buried at Beaulieu Cemetery. However, I can't find if he married, had children, or where he lived before his death - I cannot access the 1901 Irish Census.

Ralph was the son of George Charles Smyth and Ada Louise Mary Lyons-Montgomery, of Newtownstalaban, Drogheda. He had three brothers and seven sisters, none of the sisters married. I have traced one of the brothers, Saville Lambert Smyth to Birmingham where he died in 1956.

Any help is appreciated.

Edward Cornelius

deborahrea1 — 7 Nov 2008 8:30:27 GMT

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone had any information about an Edward Cornelius, b. abt 1680 and married Sophia Atkinson of Co. Monaghan abt 1706? He was originally from Holland but died in Ireland.

Regards
Deborah Rea

Madden/Kane

naomiwaldrop_1 — 30 Oct 2008 7:47:45 GMT

Sabina Madden born between 1831-1835 in Dublin, married John Kane. Her father may have been Anthony Madden. They are in the 1851 England census. There they have 2 children in England, settle in Chicago Illinois and 2 more children are born.
Family buried at Calvery Catholic Cem in Chicago. Also buried with the family is Bridget Madden.

Hoping to find more and before England on this family.

Dearden's of Drogheda

dmcab1955 — 26 Oct 2008 3:42:38 GMT

I am looking for the decedents of Charles and Mary Ann (nee Donnelly) Dearden of Drogheda Ireland in County Louth. Their children were John Hugh-born 1864, Mary Jane - 1868, James Joseph - 1869 and Joseph -1876. We know that Joseph later came to live in Liverpool. I am trying to trace the other siblings and the origins of the parents Charles and Mary Ann. The names of these children and parents are completely common and makes the search more difficult but hopefully the fact they came from Drogheda will be a good clue.

Peter Everitt

vmvdt — 22 Oct 2008 10:03:58 GMT

Hello,

I'm looking for information on Peter Everitt. He married Bridget Reilly. They had one child that I know off William Everitt. He died Sept 1977.

If you have any information I would love to hear from you.

Hugh Leech

vmvdt — 22 Oct 2008 9:51:39 GMT

Hello,

I'm looking for infomation on Hugh Leech. He married Bridget Mullen. The only child I know if is Paul Leech born in June 1919.

If you have any infomation I would love to hear from you.

Harran name.

chelle12345 — 17 Oct 2008 11:06:05 GMT

My GG Grandmother was a Harran. WHich county in Ireland would the Harran name come from?

White

witchymamma39 — 5 Oct 2008 11:26:49 GMT

I am trying to find any relatives who still live in Louth. My greatgrandfather was Michael White. His parents were Michael White and Catherine Rowe. They came to America sometime in the 1850's. I know that there was a daughter Margaret who married Bernard Kirk. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank You, Karen E. Ford

The Clinton Family of County Louth

Rob — 12 Sep 2006 8:21:07 GMT

Looking for information on the Clinton family of County Louth. Have managed to piece together a bit of the 16th century family. Any help from anyone who can add to it either earlier or later would be appreciated.

PARISH IN CO. LOUTH

maryfranceshughes1 — 4 Oct 2008 1:22:11 GMT

I'm looking to find out what parish or parishes incorporated Milltown, District of Dromishen, Union of Dundalk, Co. Louth. I have a death record from 1870 that may be my great great grandfather, however the record does not contain his wife's name or any other data to verify it. I am hoping if I can find the parish, there will be a record of the death with names of wife, children, burial location, etc.
Thank you for your help.
Marie

Reilly and Farrell

Moira Bridgman — 1 Mar 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on the following people: Catherine Reilly (baptised on Sept 25, 1886) her parents are James Reilly and Mary McQuillan) and on her husband Nicholas Farrell (baptised Jan 17, 1877)- his parents are Denis Farrell and Catherine Hall.

They are all from the Louth region specifically St. Michael's Parrish in Clogherhead.

Any information would be great.

Thanks

GEORGE AND SARAH JANE HUGHES COUNTY LOUTH

MichaelHughes65 — 17 Sep 2008 8:37:42 GMT

The names of George and Sarah Jane Hughes born in the 1870s in County Louth appear in a Hughes family tree provided by "Eryka".

I have over 100 Hughes pedigrees for County Louth. If you provide me with full details of the family of George Hughes I will check the details against my records and see if we have any matches.

Michael Hughes

CROFT LEAK PEDIGREE COUNTY LOUTH

MichaelHughes65 — 17 Sep 2008 8:32:37 GMT

Several Hughes members appear in the Croft Leak family tree.

I have over 100 authenticated Hughes pedigrees. If you send me details of the Hughes family in County Louth from 1833 to 1846 I will check against my records.

Michael Hughes

LANE FAMILY COUNTY LOUTH

MichaelHughes65 — 17 Sep 2008 8:29:47 GMT

A Rose Hughes (b 1878) appears in the Lane family tree.

For some 30 years I have specialised in Hughes surnames in County Louth. Can you let me have further details of the family of Rose Hughes.

Michael Hughes

Louth/Meath

karensgenes — 8 Jul 2008 10:31:00 GMT

I am throughly confused and I hope someone can clear this up for me. I have records that show a baptism of Joseph Sweeney(19/05/1850) in Parish/District Mellifont, County Louth/address Lug Boy, that is also what his father Hugh Sweeney and Wife Bridget Berrill marriage record states.

Their is also in the County of Meath a Mellifont/ Lug Boy. Are there two Mellifont Lug Boy's?

To make it worse on the Griffiths Valuation Hugh is listed as Louth,Tullyallen/Mellifont/Lug Boy. I am new to this, so hope you understand.

Thanks,

Karen

Gyles Family

georgegyles — 3 Sep 2008 12:48:11 GMT

Hello, My Name is George Arthur Gyles, My family left County Louth around 1846-48. I looking for information on a Gyles castle located in Castletowncooley 1839. I know we are connected to Ross Gyles who built the Gyles Quay. Any information you might know would be great. Thank you

Campbell in County Louth

jslaughter — 21 Aug 2008 10:07:00 GMT

Is anyone researching CAMPBELL's in County Louth? I'm still searching for family of my GG-Grandmother ANN CAMPBELL who married Patrick KINLAN/KINDELAN. They were born about 1796-98. They lived in town of Kilsaran, County Louth, just down the road south of Dundalk. Their babies were baptized in St. Mary's Catholic Church in Kilsaran. I know many records were lost early on. She was listed as being "born Protestant" on her daughter Mary Ann's marriage record of 1865 in New Albany, Indiana, USA. It stated Patrick was deceased. I assume Ann Campbell's parents were Protestant. Ann died sometime after 1870 and before 1880 in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Jane

MARTIN and SORAN (Sorahan Soraghan and variants) trying again

todcath — 20 Aug 2008 10:26:32 GMT

Hi,
Just came across a new surname in my research.
I am searching in Castletown, Dundalk, Co Louth.

I have a family MARTIN all from Castletown.
Michael born abt 1814
married
Mary EYRE born 11 Feb 1821
Children
Mary b Sep 1849 Castletown
**Anne Jane b April 1842 Castletown**
(Sponser at Baptism John Sorahan)
Matthew b 1846 Castletown
Michael Joseph b 1850 Liverpool
James abt 1857 b Liverpool

The family was found on the 1851 census Liverpool England, having arrived there between 1846 and 1850 when Michael Joseph was born.

**In 1871 census Liverpool Anne Jane has married**

Anne Jane MARTIN married Patrick Soran MARTIN
Names on 1871 census
Patrick Soran MARTIN Head b 1841 Dundalk
Anne Jane wife b 1824 Dundalk
Lawrence S. born 1869 Liverpool
Anna Maria b 1870 Liverpool
Mary S. MARTIN Widow, b 1800 Dundalk
(Mother of Patrick Soran)
A 3rd child was born in September 1871 Patrick.

Do you think there may be a connection?
I realise your posting was some years ago but thought it was worth a try.
Anne

NELSON & CUNNINGHAM

Leesa330884091 — 10 Apr 2002 3:53:02 GMT

Looking for any information on William Nelson who was born approx. 1850 he lived in Dunleer, County Louth. He married Mary Cunningham on the 15 November 1859 in Louth, she was also born in Dunleer approx. 1844.

McGee Family

themail1 — 21 Sep 2007 12:21:09 GMT

Looking for any information on Thomas Darcy Mcgee's father James McGee. Where was James born was he married before he married Thomas Darcy's mother
I wonder if he was married to a Prudence Mcmullen and had a son John Mcgee in Ballynahinch County Down Northern Ireland
Hope someone can help.
Bonnie

Louth County Guide and Directory

jeanrice — 22 Jun 2001 5:38:41 GMT

Per article in 1999 issue of "Irish Roots," genealogy periodical, Bassett's "Louth Guide and Directory" was first published in 1886. Its title page describes it as "a book for manufacturers, merchants, traders, landowners, farmers, tourists, anglers and sportsmen generally." It is, of course, much more than that. Today, it is used to research into genealogy, the history of local businesses, the professions, etc.

A look through its 418 pages will show that very few businessess have survived from 1886 to the present day. A major feature of the book was the advertisements (over 250 of them). As well as being of considerable interest in themselves, they tell us a good deal about shopping in the days of our grandparents and great-grandparents.

Most directories confine themselves to the larger centers of population, but Bassett takes in all the villages as well. He even went outside the county boundaries to include Inniskeen in Co. Monaghan and Forkhill and Ballsmill in Co. Armagh.

Since copies of the original edition are extremely scarce, the County Louth Archaeological and Historical Society has issued a facsimile reprint printed on 100 gram, off-white, acid-free paper and bound in green cloth with the front cover and spine blocked in gold. The dust jacket carries a reproducion of the title page and spine. Per "Irish Roots," launched last October, the quality of the reprint has been the subject of much favorable comment and at 18 pounds it represents an excellent value. Copies are available from the Society at:

County Louth Archaeological and Historical Society
5 Oliver Plunkett Park, Dundalk, IR.

Add three pounds for postage to Ireland and UK, five pounds abroad.

Geneology Search-Luck of the Irish!

shellymelliott — 13 Aug 2007 1:34:44 GMT

Traveling to Dundalk next week from United States and would like to find information (baptism, marriage records etc.) re: family members.
Lawrence Callan married (1847) Mary O'Hare (born 12/20/1834). They left for America March of 1882.
Bridget Callan born in Ireland 10/18/1853 maried Bernard Conlon. Their son John Joseph born in Dundalk 6/13/1879 Went by John Joseph Callan

kinlen/kinlin/kindlin

cinniboop — 25 Mar 2005 5:14:15 GMT

searching more info on the surname kinlen,kinlin,kindlin,
from Ardee,Louth,Ireland dates 1796 to 1819

foley from louth ireland

RobertFoley05 — 2 Feb 2006 2:49:58 GMT

trying to find any information on my grandparents john foley born 1866, married catherine sullivan 1893.
they had five children john,bridget,thomas,patrick,and michael my father died in 1945 ,so did bridget ,john died in 1916 in the war but no trace of thomas or patrick keep going down dead ends.

RECORDS

LauraleeJones — 25 Jun 2001 12:54:29 GMT

Can anyone give me some direction. Or at least tell me if I'm going in the proper area. As you know, it can be confusing.

Would the baptisms and marriages of a family residing in the Townland of Kilcurry and, attending the RC Chapel in Kilcurry, be recorded in the RC Parish of Ballymascanlan?

If so, might the Parish Priest be receptive to a search of records?

If any one can help me out, I'd appreciate it. Thanks.

Lost!

Genevieve Quinn — 8 May 2001 12:00:00 GMT

FORTY YEARS AGO, SOME FAMILY HOME MOVIES 16mm WERE LEFT BEHIND IN A TEACHEST UNDER THE STAGE IN THE OLD HALL OMEATH BY A TOURING COMPANY CALLED "QUIGLEY & DURKIN/DUNKIN ROAD SHOW" REWARD OFFERED FOR RETURN OF SAME SENTIMENTAL VALUE.

Johnston/Carthy/Carty Families

Kathleen_Graham — 6 Jul 2001 4:40:32 GMT

I am looking for any information on great-grandparents, Michael and Jane Carthy or Carty Johnston who lived on Park Street, Dundalk, circa 1865. They had approximately 10 children, among them Henry Richard, Catherine, twins Peter and Patrick, Bridget. Any info will be greatly accepted and appreciated. Kathleen

Costello Family - Ireland to Worcester, UK

ilyria30 — 22 Nov 2001 4:54:16 GMT

Lamb or Malone families

JBoulanger9693 — 18 Jun 2008 3:04:54 GMT

Would love to hear from someone in Co Louth (Darmer??)with information about these families. My ancestors Edward Lamb (b abt 1790) and his wife Ann Malone (b abt 1789) were married there abt 1811 and came to Quebec Canada before 1825 with 3-5 small children, sons Andrew and Edward, daughter Catherine and possibly 2 other daughters all born in Ireland.

Hugh Sweeney

karensgenes — 8 Jun 2008 3:21:08 GMT

Still looking for anyone familiar with the Sweeney's and Berrill's from Tullyallen and Drogeda.

Looking for sibling's of Hugh Sweeney b. abt. 1816 and married Bridget Berrill, daughter of Christopher Berrill and Margaret Hall. They were married 22/10/1843 in Parish Mellifont. Witnesses were James Murry and John Mathews.

Thank You
Karen

Parish of Kilinory

jslaughter — 11 Jul 2008 10:42:53 GMT

Could someone tell me where this Parish "Kilinory" might be located? I realize it could be misspelled. There was a burial record in Louisville, Kentucky, USA for the following person from Ireland:

St. John's Catholic Cemetery
"Patrick Clendon"
10/8/1865
Age 51
Parish of Kilinory, Ireland

I'm wondering too if the last name isn't "Kinlan" and was written like it sounded to someone, or was misread. I'm still looking for where my GG-Grandfather Patrick Kinlan is buried. (He had lived in Kilsaran, County Louth, Ireland.) His daughter Mary Ann Kinlan Clements is buried in that same cemetery is why I thought it could be her father. Her father was listed as dead on her marriage certificate dated 17 Aug 1865. I am not sure if the date of death, as written above, for this Patrick Clendon was October 8, 1865 or August 10, 1865.

Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Jane

George Killen m.Julia McCann b.Co.Louth,Ireland

josieulrich — 30 Sep 2002 6:48:41 GMT

George and Julia had daughter,Rose Julia born 11-25-1854,Co.Louth,Ireland,m.William Maguire b.1826,Co.Louth,they were married in S.F.,Ca.,had daughter,
Ann Virginia Maguire b.12-15-1893,S.F.,Ca. m. Walter C.Ulrich. I would greatly appreciate any info. on any of these names! Thank-you so much!!

Marriage information for Patrick Maguire & Mary Ann Gaynor 1917

macmaghol — 1 Jul 2008 12:45:48 GMT

I am looking for marriage info for Patrick Maguire & Mary Ann Gaynor married in 1917. I know they lived in Tullyallen until Patrick's death in 1934. I am in need of the date, place and parents's names.
Hope someone can help...this is my brick wall!
Many Thanks
;)
Christine

Peter Oakes

Michael W Brodigan — 19 Jan 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for info on a Peter Oakes came from Co.Louth around 1915 to Boston. lived in the Lemoneigh Carlingford area.His father was Peter also.

McArdle-Hughes, Lordship, Louth

Kate3754 — 13 Oct 2002 5:30:37 GMT

Looking for information on Matthew McArdle and Mary Hughes. Both were born in Ireland. Matthew also died there. Mary came to the United States with some of their children. She was born about 1808 and ded in Ware, Massachusetts, USA in1895. The children that I know of - James, Thomas, Rose, and John - were all born in Ireland. Also looking for an Owen McArdle, born about 1816, married to a Bridget, who might be Matthew's brother. I would appreciate any info on this family or where to write for records. Thanks!!!

mooney in dundalk area

307ronchi — 24 Jun 2008 1:47:40 GMT

I am looking for information about Mooney in the Dundalk area. My gg grandmother Elizabeth Mooney (Hayhurst) from Ireland to Boston had relatives remaing in the Dundalk area up to the 1950's that we know of.

Elizabeth (b abt 1866) immigrated to Boston abt 1882. Her 2 sisters, Rose (b abt 1878) and Mary (b abt 1857)also immigrated to Boston and possibly a brother Patrick (b abt 1860) to the best of our knowlege they all immigrated to boston, most likely at different times though.

her parents names were John Mooney and Bridget.

Any information you could provide me with would be greatly appreciated.

JOHN LONG and ELIZABETH MARY FEARON

irishsimpfan — 11 Mar 2008 1:29:16 GMT

I am looking for more information on my great-grandparents, John J. Long and Elizabeth Mary Fearon. John was born in Grange, County Louth, Ireland on April 4, 1898. He died on Jan, 28 1951. Elizabeth was born in Grange, County Louth, Ireland on July 7, 1899. She died April 20, 1989.
John and Elizabeth were married on June 5, 1918.
Both died in Grange.
My grandfather’s name is Thomas Blaise Long. He was born in Grange on Feb. 2, 1927. He died in the Bronx, NY in March, 1971. His wife, still living, is Kathleen Trayner, born March 1, 1930.
They were married on April 26, 1958.

If anyone has any more specific information, and if anyone can help me move on to earlier generations, it would be appreciated.

David LaBrecque
Researching: Long, Fearon, Trayner, McGarrity

McArdle, Callan, O'Hare relatives

RobertMcArdle35 — 11 Aug 2002 6:52:08 GMT

I am the great grandson of Robert McArdle and Margaret Callan McArdle. They were married in the old Castletown Church on March 25, 1856. He died on June 1, 1881; she died on October 2, 1909. Both buried in the Castletown cemetery.

They had 9 children. Among them: Edward Joseph, my grandfather, who emmigrated to Chicago, Illinois, USA about 1874. "Surgeon Johnnie" of St. Vincent's hospital, Dublin was also one of their sons, he remained in Ireland.

My grandmother was Mary Jane O'Hare, who emmigrated with her parents through Canada to Chicago. Her mother was Kathleen? Callan and my grandfather's mother was Margaret Callan. They were sisters. My grandparents were first cousins and a Papal dispensation was granted for them to be married. Does anyone have any information about this family?

Dundalk Marriage Look Up Please!

charliewhizz — 16 Jun 2008 3:08:49 GMT

Hello there,

I'm looking for a marriage between Mary Catherine Shields of Dundalk to Arthur Sims between 1911 and 1921. If anyone has access to the Roman Catholic marriage records for Dundalk for this period and is willing to look it up for me, it will be very much appreciated!

Many thanks

Gareth

McArdle-Waters

lambertson5 — 16 Jun 2008 7:31:49 GMT

Am seeking a Rose McArdle born perhaps in County Louth, Ireland about 1827-1830. Emigrated to US in 1840's with family? Married in 1850 in Washington, D.C. to Thomas Waters (son of James and Mary Garlney? Waters), also of Ireland and perhaps County Louth. She died in Kansas City, MO in 1892. Had children: James,Thomas, Mary Jane, John J., Stephen, Ann, Rose,George, and Ollie. Thoomas Water died in 1917 age 94.

Monasterboice Cemetery Inscription

johnmccrory1 — 6 Jun 2008 12:55:48 GMT

Recently on a trip to Ireland, my wife and I were in the Monasterboice Cemetery as tourists. I saw an inscription that intriqued me and wrote down the details; unfortunately, I lost the note and can't remember the name. Does anyone have information about Monasterboice that might help me?

The inscription was on a modern gravestone, probably less than 6 rows from the front wall and roughly in the middle, going side to side. It had a man's name and birth/death dates and off to the right side had a combination of numbers and letters, something like RTK132. There was nothing that suggested what the numbers and letters might refer to. It is the numbers and letters that intrigue me; what do they mean?

Thanks for assistance.

John McCrory, Raleigh, NC

Ledwith

dmurray72 — 16 May 2008 10:38:15 GMT

Hi there
I am trying to trace my mothers history. She was born in Drogheda in 1924 ; yes, she is still alive but I get confused from all the people she speaks about. Her name was Dorothy Ledwith and her family came from Palace street. Then her grandparents had a farm in Newtown that she spent a lot of time on.

I would like to put all the pieces of her parents family together. Dont know her fathers name. She did have brothers ; Coleman (died in his 20's) and Robert who died in 1983. She has two sisters Rosalie and Patricia who are still living.

Thanks
d

Clogherhead and Termonfeckin Gravestone Inscriptions .

lifeboat1957 — 8 May 2008 6:36:39 GMT

Patrick Callaghan and Mary Lee - Carlingford, Louth.

armer158 — 29 Apr 2008 2:19:18 GMT

Hi
I'm looking for information on Patrick Callaghan b circa 1871 in Carlingford, and his wife Mary Lee b circa 1876 in Mulatee, my great Grandparents on my maternal side.

Patrick's father was Anthony, and I believe Patrick may have had a brother James.

Patrick and Mary moved to Middlesbrough,England where my grandmother Katie (Katherine)was born in 1898.

Family information says that there was a Callaghan farm in or around Carlingford.

I have various other Callaghan names: - Annie, Bernard, Mary, Micheal etc, but don't know how these fit in.

Any help at all would be welcomed, thank you.

Patrick Callaghan and Mary Lee - Carlingford, Louth.

armer158 — 29 Apr 2008 2:16:42 GMT

Patrick Callaghan and Mary Lee - Carlingford, Louth.

armer158 — 29 Apr 2008 2:16:04 GMT

O'Brien Grimes

margaretfletcher75 — 14 Apr 2008 10:03:37 GMT

Does anyone have any info on O'Brien and/or Grimes in Louth or more specifically Greenore and surrounds? Margaret in Australia

Oregon RODDY

pearlstarr644 — 6 Apr 2008 1:23:36 GMT

Searching for info on a James RODDY, married a Helen SMEAD LACHAPELLE, lived and died in Oregon. I some pictures of them and more info...Would love to connect with others

Lookups Offered for Tombstone Inscriptions in Fochart Graveyard

ArdeeLass — 12 Apr 2008 9:02:00 GMT

I have a CD that has tombstone inscriptions in the Focart Graveyard and will be glad to do lookups for you. Please note the inscriptions on this CD are only for Fochart and no other cemetery in County Louth.

The following information appears on the CD regarding the cemetery:

Louth: Fochart - Tombstone Inscriptions

Tombstone Inscriptions in Fochart Graveyard, Co.Louth

Transcribed by Reverend Diarmuid Mac Iomhair

"The following list shows inscriptions as they appear on 31 Oct 1967 , including some of a temporary nature intended to mark a grave pending the crection of a permanent monument."

"A few inscriptions are partly through damage to the stones. Others are hard to decipher because of weathering or, in the case of certain eighteenth-century granite stones, of a granulation of the surface which seriously blurs the outline of the letters. In the present transcription, the indecipherable elements are indicated by a dash or dashes, without however intending these to be commensurate with the amount of text missing; and in the case of inscriptions difficult to read, the several lines are distinguished by downward strokes."

"The number shown after each inscription is identical with the number painted on the stone itself. Numbering commences at the east end of the graveyard, where most of the older stones are to be found. Among these old stones are several instances of the small, stubby, "penal" type of cross, as well as of the incised cross with splayed ends that is usually reckoned to be medieval or even earlier."

"This list does not claim to be anything more than an accurate transcription of surviving inscriptions. Other than that it affords no evidence of proprietorship or identification of particular graves."

"Fochart Sub-committee of the County Louth Archaeological and Historical Society are deeply grateful to Mr. Cormac G. McGahon, of Messrs. John F. McGahon & Sons, Architects, Dundalk, who drew the plan of the graveyard for this publication."

Louth County Library

karensgenes — 4 Apr 2008 7:46:57 GMT

Hello everyone! I cannot remember how I found this link but it has been extremely helpful. Downside, if there is one, is that search is free, but you have to pay to access the record. Fee is based on the Euro which with the US dollar down it is kind of expensive, but was worth it for me.

Here is the Link:

http://louth.brsgenealogy.com/index.php?&set=yes

Now, I need your help please. I found my Great Grandfather Joseph Sweeney's Baptism and my Great Great Grandparent's wedding in Parish/District Mellifont, Co. Louth. Residence is listed as Lugboy. Is anyone familiar with this residence? Is that a village?

Where would I write to obtain more information on this family?

Thanks,

Karen
Baton Rouge, La.

Names of Cemeteries

macmaghol — 8 Apr 2008 7:21:01 GMT

I am looking for the names of the cemeteries in Co. Louth, paricularly one that might service the Tullyallen Area. My Gr. uncle Patrick Maguire died in about 1934 and I am looking for the cemetery that he was laid to rest in.
Thankyou
;)christine

Re: Corrigan/Tiernan ancestors

rosiecorrigan — 6 Mar 2003 11:33:33 GMT

Searching for decendants of ancestors: Peter Corrigan married Jane Corrigan, his cousin; John Corrigan, born 1845 in Ireland, married 1/1872 in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland, Anne Tiernan, born 1846 in Ireland. Would appreciate any info re: this family, Thanks

Tierney from County Louth

T_Stebly — 17 Jul 2002 3:06:09 GMT

I am looking for information about a Katherine (Kate) Tierney. She left Ireland when she was 9 years old. The year was 1849. She ended up in New Orleans, Louisana. She married Oscar Ello (originally form Italy). They had 7 children. She was born in Oct. of 1840 and died on March 31, 1913 in New Orleans, LA. If anyone has any infomation please e-mail me tstebly@hotmail.com

james rock

sipain1 — 31 Jan 2008 6:25:41 GMT

looking for family of james rock county armagh, He had a daughter Julia born 1903 she married Frank Crumplin in London. Can anyone out their help me thankyou sandra pain Australia

Mc Shanes

ddknop1 — 11 Dec 2001 6:25:01 GMT

My Greatgrandfather Patrick McShane was born in Louth Ireland somewhere between 1845-50. His father was also Patrick and a farmer. Would like to know mothers name and if there were any brothers or sisters. He left Ireland and went to England when he was in his twenties, married in 1875 to Ann Jane Allen of Durham and came to USA in 1887.
Also what town was he from? Hoping someone maybe able to help me.

LEECH from Termonfeckin

George Heisler — 27 Aug 2004 4:50:14 GMT

Arrived in Amercia in 1900 at age of 24. I would like info on his date of birth, parents and siblings. Thank you for any info you can provide. Charlotte Heisler

MCGOUGH

Ruth Jordan Thoden — 15 Apr 2005 11:19:57 GMT

Searching for parents of Patrick MCGOUGH who left Louth and arrived in America 5/15/1846. His wife's name was
Julia Sanders/Saunders. He settled in Yates Co, NY.

His parents might have been Patric McGough & Catherine Finnigan.

If you can help me in any way, please contact me at

RThoden@aol.com

Patrick O'NEILL

Barbara Weaver — 21 Jun 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am researching Patrick O'Neill, born in County Lough around 1817-1818. He emigrated to the United States sometime in the 1840's and married Mary McGough in Boston between 1846-1848. They moved to and raised their family in Java, Wyoming Co., New York. Names of children are Catherine, Agnes, Ann, Mary, Teresa, William and John.

McGough from Seatown, Dundalk,Co. Louth

charlesmkeenan1 — 23 Mar 2008 2:16:15 GMT

Hello:
i recently reviewed my ggg grandmother's (Rose McGough) baptismal certificate which indicated she was baptized in Seatown Dundalk on 2/02/1826. Her parents were Patrick and Anne (McDonnell)McGough; b.abt 1806.
Anyone familiar with this family?
Rose married a Thomas Campbell who per the Ontario Co.NY history citation was also from the same area.
Best regards from Western NY
Chuck Keenan

Michigan Rafferty County Louth

samiamsc1 — 21 Mar 2008 11:52:41 GMT

I am researching and looking for info on John and Mary Rafferty. I believe came to the U.S. between 1832 and 1837. One known son, George born in Ireland, Dennis born in New Jersey 1837, Joseph born N.J. or Ohio 1847, and John born abt. 1849.

Census lookup in Louth - Crilly / Crilley

cpensabene — 31 Aug 2007 4:52:54 GMT

Can anyone do a census lookup in County Louth? I am looking for anyone named Crilly / Crilley around the 1820s-1850s. My g-g-grandmother was Susan Crilly but that was her married name - I think she was born about 1820 and may have married in the 1840s or 1850s? My g-grandmother was Rose Crilley born in 1865 in New York. I deeply appreciate any help!!

Information on Ballybailie

riwhite190 — 11 Mar 2008 3:12:57 GMT

Can someone provide the following information:
1. A link where I can see a map of Ballybailie and the surrounding area.
2. What Roman Catholic church would have served Ballybailie in the 1830 - 1870s.
3. Any other information on Ballybailie.

Thank you,

Rick White

termonfeckin

sakmys — 27 Apr 2002 12:00:36 GMT

I am researching the Sullivan/Clinton family who I have reason to believe came from Termonfeckin. Does anyone have the name and address for the RC church in Termonfeckin, or any suggestions for researching that specific area? Any ideas would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Sheilah

MICHAEL TRAYNER and MARGARET MCGARRITY

irishsimpfan — 11 Mar 2008 1:49:16 GMT

I am looking for more information on my great-grandparents, Michael Trayner and Margaret McGarrity. Michael was born in Cooley, County Louth, Ireland on Sept. 20, 1898. He died in Cooley on July 7, 1977.
Margaret was born in Cooley on March 19, 1912. She died in Cooley on June 19, 1973.
They were married on June 12, 1928.

Their daughter, My grandmother, still living, is Kathleen Trayner. She was born on March 1, 1930 in Cooley.
Her husband was Thomas Blaise Long. He was born in Grange, County Louth, Ireland, on Feb. 2, 1927. He died in the Bronx, NY on March 31, 1971.
They were married on April 26, 1958.

If anyone can help me expand on this information, and move on to earlier generations, it would be appreciated.

David LaBrecque
Researching: Trayner, McGarrity, Long, Fearon.

Help with Church Name, Annagassan Dundalk

Suzannah Foad — 22 Jun 2006 9:48:51 GMT

I am looking to find the name of a Church in a very small town/village called Drumcar in Annagssan Dundalk, County Louth where my McKeever and Connor ancestors are buried. I have a picture of the grave but unfortunately no name for the church.

WALTER DUNSMUIR, OF DUNDALK

LisaHill32 — 3 Mar 2008 8:40:38 GMT

According to his death cert. my G-Grandfather Walter DUNSMUIR was born in Dundalk, Co. Louth 21 Nov 1883. His parents were Charles and Elisabeth (nee Watson) DUNSMUIR. He came to New Zealand at about the age of 5 and died in Christchurch in 1965. I confess to knowing almost nothing about genealogy research in Ireland and would appreciate any help to locate records for this family.
Thanks in advance,
Lisa in New Zealand.

McArdle family history

valeriegrimes21 — 14 Oct 2006 2:10:56 GMT

Can anybody tell me about Mullercrew Co.Louth.

Lawless of Co. Louth

Ed Lawless — 7 Jul 2002 4:42:26 GMT

Michael Lawless, son of Michael and Jane (Collins) Lawless, born abt. 1823 in Co. Louth, emigrated to USA in late 1849. William Begnal, son of James Bagnall and Margaret Hoy, b.1830 in Co. Louth, emigratee to USA abt. 1851. Both settled in Illinois. Searching for parishes of origin.
EwLawless@AOL.com. Kansas City MO, USA.

Maria Williams & John Joseph Hughes

MichaelHughes65 — 26 Feb 2008 9:48:43 GMT

John Joseph Hughes, a Catholic,was born in County Louth, Ireland in May 1891. At the age of 40 he married a widow Maria Williams (nee Lloyd or Lough) in June 1931 but the place of marriage is not known.
John Joseph Hughes was one of a family of 18 children. His father was John James Hughes from County Louth, Ireland who in 1887 married Bridget McArdle and after her death in 1894 he married Catherine Finnegan in 1895 in County Louth.
It is believed that John Joseph Hughes died in a drowning accident.
I have a full pedigree for this family.

If anyone recognizes any of these names kindly get in touch with me.

Michael Hughes

John Joseph Hughes & Maria Williams

MichaelHughes65 — 26 Feb 2008 9:45:59 GMT

surnames McArdle,Fegan, Trainor

annheidi1 — 25 Feb 2008 9:45:42 GMT

Any information on these surnames from Louth, Dundalk County, Ireland.

McArdle, Fegan, Trainor

annheidi1 — 25 Feb 2008 9:41:41 GMT

Looking for information on these surnames in Louth County, Dundalk, Ireland.

surnames

annheidi1 — 25 Feb 2008 9:34:35 GMT

Looking for information on McArdle, Fegan, and Trainor in Louth County Ireland

Taaffe Family - any connections?

IrishSettlement — 23 Feb 2008 9:06:12 GMT

With the addition of the Louth Parish records now available at the IFHF, I was able to break down the walls regarding the parentage of Thomas Taaffe.

Thomas Taaffe of Lawlesstown Hill
b. Jan. 17, 1804 in Dunleer Parish
Parents: Patrick Taaffe and Mary Hand
Sponsors: Patrick Landy and Mary Gragan
d. Sept. 7, 1870 in Wilmot, Bradford County, Pennsylvania
Buried: St. Basil's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Dushore, Sullivan County, Pennsylvania

Married Feb. 23, 1830 in Dunleer Parish
Witnesses: Michael Magee and William McDonel

Margaret Ward of Dromin
b. Oct. 24, 1810 in Dunleer Parish
Parents: Laurence Ward and Jane Verdon
Sponsors: Patrick Stokes and Mary Ward
d. Oct. 17, 1867 in Wilmot, Bradford County, Pennsylvania
Buried: St. Basil's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Dushore, Sullivan County, Pennsylvania

Patrick Taaffe
b. March 2, 1782 in Drogheda Parish
Parents: Laurence Taaffe and Mary Hardman (Harmon)
Sponsors: Richard Dodd and Catherine Scane?
d. Unknown

Married March 25, 1803 in Dunleer Parish
Witnesses: Anthony Hand and Patrick Farrell

Mary Hand of Ardee
b. September 6, 1783 in Ardee Parish
Parents: Joseph Hand and Anne McGuinise (Maguinis)
Sponsors: Thomas Hand and Mary Matthews
d. unknown

Joseph Hand married Anne McGuinise (Maguinis) on July 5, 1777 in Ardee Parish. Sponsors were: Michael Corr and Mary Gawley.

Laurence Ward married Jane Verdon on March 1, 1808 in Dunleer Parish. They were from Togher. Sponsors were Laurence Verdon and Andrew Burn.

I also found:

Richard Taff of Painstown
b. Nov. 29, 1814 in Dunleer
Parents: John Taff and Catherine Carroll
Sponsors: Nicholas Ebit and Ally Keenan

MYLES & CAMPBELL

jjdaly1130 — 9 Jun 2007 8:13:43 GMT

Looking for information on the Myles & Campbell families from County Louth. My great grandfather, Peter Myles lived in Ardee in the early 1900's. I believe his parent's names were James Myles & Mary Campbell. My grandmother emigrated to the U.S. in 1930...Teresa Myles.

James Johnston of Dundalk

DianeCulhane — 11 Oct 2007 2:23:16 GMT

I believe my gggrandfather James Johnston died in or near Co. Monaghan between 1900 and 1906, when he would have been in his 80s. I can't find him in the civil death index, but I have found an entry in the wills index for a James Johnston, 26 Bridge Street, Dundalk, died Feb. 18. 1906. Can anyone suggest a way I could find a 1901 census entry or an obituary for this person?

Diane

KERR family of Dundalk area, Co Louth.Ireland.

DottyCooper48 — 9 Aug 2004 12:27:44 GMT

researching my two Gt grandfathers families, without much success
. Any info or advise appreciated.
They are
James Kerr, (b) abt, 1859 Proleek, Co Louth.
occ, Farmer, (believe there was a Lime kiln there too.)

He married Ann Jane Armstrong,
I know nothing about this lady or her family,
but would like to know more.

Their children were:-
William Robert,occ. Railways (Guard)
John, occ Builder.
Thomas, occ Farmer.
Mabel.

2nd Gt Grandfather.
John Kerr,(b) abt, 1864
occ. Head Porter Railway Station (maybe Dundalk, 1900's)
he lived in May Street, Dundalk. in 1900.

Married to
Sarah Mariane (or Margaret) Taylor,
I dont know when she was born, but she died in 1952.
My grandmother is the only child of theirs that I know of,
she was Charlotte Emma Kerr.(b) 1900.

Would be happy with any help or advice.

McCartney

rrowe45 — 15 Jan 2003 1:58:47 GMT

Looking for any info on Catherine McCARTNEY, born March 21, 1819 in Louth. married james Stinchcombe in 1853 in Flint, Michigan, USA.
Sally rowe

Landowners, circa 1870s

jeanrice — 22 Jun 2001 5:38:41 GMT

Kieran family

lindakieran1 — 31 Jan 2008 10:21:50 GMT

Help I am looking for info on Joseph Kieran born 1892 in Dundalk. Father Thomas Kieran a Farmer. Joseph (my Grandfather) moved to Aberbargoed SWales and married SarahAnn Nicholls on 24 Aug !916. No further info on grandads family available. I Can ber contated off line at linda.kieran@virgin.net

Kieran family

lindakieran1 — 31 Jan 2008 9:59:56 GMT

Joseph Clarke

clarkepaul52 — 20 Jan 2008 11:47:06 GMT

We have now found further info re: Joseph Clarke.
DoB. March 1900. Father:Michael Clarke. Mother:Mary Clarke
nee Mooney. of Carrickartagh or Carrigartagh or Carrickartha
we have been given various spellings. The birth was registered in the district of Raferagh/Carrickmacross in Co. Monaghan. It has been some time since I posted I had given up hope until gaining this recent info. and I do apologise for not replying to both respondants.
Any help would be most appreciated.

Ruddy or Roddy in Dundalk

nikki92870 — 19 Jan 2008 4:10:23 GMT

Looking for info on Ruddy/Roddy family in Dundalk circa 1841.

James McCartney (7 JUL 1795 - 12 JUN 1841)

Chip_Rockwell — 19 Aug 2001 6:40:14 GMT

James McCartney came from the County of Louth, Province of Leinster, left Ireland 12 May 1812, landed in America 12 Jun 1812, died 12 Jun 1841, aged 45 years 11 months and 5 days according to his grave marker in Sansom Chapel Cem., Wharton Township, Fayette Co., Penna.

James married circa 1817 Jane Sloan, the widow of John Marker. Jane's father, John Sloan, emigrated from County Down in the late eighteenth century. James and Jane had one son, Nicholas McCartney, and three daughters; Mary Ann McCartney McCullough Burke, Ellen McCartney Brown, and Diana McCartney Holland Thomas. I would like to correspond with anybody knowing anything about James or his ancestors in Ireland or wishing to know more of James' progeny in the USA.

Co. Louth and its surnames

jeanrice — 22 Jun 2001 5:38:41 GMT

HOEY FAMILY

baversm — 15 Mar 2002 11:09:13 GMT

Hi
I'm trying to find information on my grandmother who was born at williamsons place, dundalk - name was Margaret (possibly Mary Margaret) Hoey born 1889. Father was James Hoey and mother Brigid Kieran. Searched many databases but seems an unusual surname and one that I don't seem to be able to find - maybe its spelt wrong!! can anyone help is this a surname recognised in this area.
thanks

Byrne family of Drogheda, County Louth

Laura Prince — 6 Apr 2003 12:39:56 GMT

Hi, I'm looking for my grandads family, The Byrne family, they also came from Drogheda in Louth. My grandads name was Thomas Joseph Byrne, he lived in Durleek Street, He had several brothers and sisters, Rita, Jenny, Kathleen, Angela, Jack. He moved to Ironbridge and Married Betty Rogers and had 6 children Patrick, Angela, Susan, Shirley, Peter & Jeremy. Jack i believe married a Rose who then became Rose Byrne and moved to Liverpool in the 1960's. If you have any information that may help please contact me.