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Re: John M. Ruston

filadog1976 — 2012-05-22 21:46:02Z

William Nelson Ruston, which I believe is your Uncle Bill was my husband's great grandfather. His oldest son Lonie was my husband's grandfather. We still live in Pleasanton, as well as some of the other family. I did find John M Ruston and have many war documents concerning him. I also have a picture of Andrew, Ida, William, and a sister of William's. This line has frustrated me, its hard to search without pulling up irrelevant material related to Ruston, LA. Uncle Ern (Ernest) does still live in Devine. Any info you would share is welcome, and I would love to share with you. My email address is rustonfamilytree@yahoo.com I look forward to hearing from you! Amanda Ruston

Re: John M. Ruston

jprice131751 — 2012-05-22 21:26:13Z

My grandfather was John M. Ruston. His father was Andrew Newman Ruston. My grandmother was Annie Lou (McCall) Ruston. My grandparents lived in Devine, but the family was centered around Pleasanton, Texas (Atacosa County). I may have a good deal of other information that may be of benefit to you. However, the information on my grandfather's grandfather is interesting. Amongst the Scots Irish it was common for the first son to be named for their father's father. So skipping back a generation you may find another John M. Ruston, just as I have. My grandfather had a younger brother, William "Bill" Ruston. When I was growing up (in Hondo, Texas) both my grandparents and Uncle Bill lived in Devine, Texas. I think one of Uncle Bill's grandsons still runs a business in Devine. What line of the family are you from?

Question ....

irishgerl — 2012-04-08 14:34:52Z

What does all this have to do with Sarah Ann Ruston-Ploof?

Sarah Ruston (1840 - 1887)
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Born on 1840. Sarah married Abraham Ploof and had 7 children. She passed away on 28 Oct 1887 in Ferrisburg, Vermont, USA.

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Name Meaning for "Ruston"
English: habitational name from any of the various places so named, for example in Norfolk, North Yorkshire, and East Yorkshire. The two villages of this name in Norfolk are recorded in Domesday Book as Ristuna, and are from Old English hris ‘brushwood’ + tun ‘enclosure’, ‘settlement’; Ruston Parva in East Yorkshire, recorded in Domesday Book as Roreston, is named from the genitive case of the Old Norse byname Hrór meaning ‘vigorous’ + Old English tun. Ruston in North Yorkshire is Rostune in Domesday Book, apparently from Old English hrost ‘roost’, ‘roof’ + tun, referring to a building with an unusual roof.
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irishgerl — 2012-04-07 11:39:27Z

Census look up from 1840-1880 for Sarah Ann living with these families.She may also be listed as Susan. She married Abraham Ploof on May 17,1858.

Ruston/Rustan/Rustin
Rouillard
Zubar/Zabur
Robar/Rubar
Eubar

In 1840 census of Whitehall,Washington County,NY Phillip Ruston also spelled Ruxton born in Ireland listed with his wife Sarah A.and daughter,Sarah A.

Looking for Sarah Ann Ruston-Ploof information

irishgerl — 2012-04-06 02:54:48Z

Sarah Ann Ruston was born in Charlotte,Vermont.An adopted child.When she married Abraham Ploff(Ploof,Plouffe)she was going by the name Zubar of Ferrisburgh,Vermont.The name Zubar maybe misspelled.Abraham Ploof was the son of Louis Abraham and Amelia LaLiberte-Collins-Plouffe.

Sarah's was also listed as:
Sarah Ann Robar
Sara Rouillard
Susan Eubar

I would like very much to find her parents information.Thank you.

Re: Daniel,Richard,Edward,Alfred,Farmer Ruston from Chatteris

jdmarobert — 2012-03-04 07:13:40Z

Marjorie L. Ruston daughter of Hobart and Lorraine married William C Price, they had 4 daughters Susan Price Ary, Linda Price McGraw, Melissa Price Roberts, Laura Price Hughes. William died 3-22-76. Susan has a son and daughter Chris and Nicole Ary. Melissa has daughter Amanda and Brandon. Linda has a son Michael. Laura has a son and daughter Logan(deceased)2010 and Olivia. Marjorie deceased 10-1989.

Sarah A. Ruston

irishgerl — 2011-11-16 02:54:26Z

Found 1850 census Whitehall, Washington County, New York

Phillip Ruston-Head
Sarah A. Ruston- wife
Sarah A. Ruston- daughter age 13 years

Could this Sarah A. Ruston age 13 years be the same one that was an adopted child and married Abraham Ploof of Vermont on May 17,1858?

Re: Locality

gothenakiguns — 2011-11-14 07:42:30Z

my name is chris ruston and i am researching my family.i live in eltham taranaki.my e mail adress is gothenakiguns@hotmail.com .my line came to napier but it would be nice to compare notes. regards chris

Death of Ms. Martha Ruston in Cuba

davwayell — 2010-10-15 00:27:45Z

Anyone interested in a copy of the U.S. Department of State's "Report of the Death of an American Citizen" for Ms. Martha Ruston, please contact me so I can conduct research to locate the record. Ms. Ruston died in Cuba on July 9, 1950.

Dave Ellison
davwayell@aol.com

Re: Ruston Family History UK

BryanRuston58 — 2010-02-28 17:03:13Z

My Dad was the same way as he lost his father in 1918 at the age of 3 and never spoke of it.. I would need more information on your family. but in the Ruston Tree there are a lot of George's going back to the 1650 which my ancestors name was George Ruston born 1650. If you have any other family names and would you know the date of birth or place of birth. My ancestor Robert Ruston came to Canada in 1835 along with his three brothers ( James, George and William)to settle land in Albany Township, Peel County near Brampton Ontario Canada. Later Robert sold his land to his brother James and bough land in Peel Township, Wellington County North of Guelph Ontario Canada. I will help you were if I can Stephen

Re: Ruston's in Indiana

Cheridec — 2010-02-10 11:51:24Z

I don't have alot of info on this family yet either, so would appreciate any you have also! What I have is on Charles W. Ruston. Born Aug. 8, 1872. Mother: Sara Ann Thorn (Thom), Father: Robert E. Ruston. both parents born in England. Charles is listed as a retired Baker. He died at age 59 on Nov. 5, 1931. I have their children listed as: Claude, William, Bess, Pearl, and Ollie who married Robert W. Sneddon from who I am decended. What I have on Sara(h) is that she was born July 26, 1850, died, May 25, 1941.

Re: Ruston Family History UK

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2010-01-22 17:22:00Z

I did not know that information my cousin gave you either but I have a quiet a few books on Wellington county Ontario Canada where my Ruston ancestors settled and have been in touch with other distant relitives thought the Peel county Archives in near Toronto Ontario Canada where the other two brothers settled. As well as Geneology Reunited in England to acquire some of my information. I have traced My Ruston Tree back to 1650 but have other Rustons before that which are dated between 1500 and 1650 that I have not yet connected to the tree. I know that during the rebellion in Canada in 1835 one of the brothers fled to the United States for being tried and hung for treason for being on the loosing side of the fight. I have found documents stating this but could not find a list of names of the ones that fled.

Re: Ruston Family History UK

leapeacock1 — 2010-01-22 17:14:58Z

Thank you so much for the meaning of the word. I will try it. Lea

Re: Ruston Family History UK

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2010-01-22 17:09:46Z

thank you Karen what is your new email address as the one I had would not hook up with you. Rose as well has missed exchanging emails as well. you take care and I hope to get out there this summer. Now that I have had both sholders operated on and problems at least half fixed to take away the pain. I have a two year old Granddaughter that keeps me hopping when i look after her and we were informed at christmas that there is another one on the way for August.

God Bless
Bryan

Re: Ruston Family History UK

karenruston61 — 2010-01-22 03:04:35Z

forgot to mention that with the records they list the name of father.Mother and wife on them.

Re: Ruston Family History UK

karenruston61 — 2010-01-22 03:02:07Z

intterment (right spelling this time.) Is another word for burial and registering of name of deceased.
All counties try and keep a record of these.
Is another way to trace your family. i found it works very well.
I think they are all registered in the church records.
Just type intterment into the computer and it will bring up a list of places(country,s.) You just have to type the name and were they were from and hopefully it will bring it up.
Good luck in your search.
I have found rustyleadfoot is a gr8 source for info. He is a 3rd cousin of ours.

Re: Ruston Family History UK

leapeacock1 — 2010-01-22 02:32:24Z

I have been doing genealogy for a number of years, but the word "interrments" a new one for me. Could you tell me more. I would apprecite it. Lea

Re: Ruston Family History UK

leapeacock1 — 2010-01-22 02:31:47Z

I have been doing genealogy for a number of years, but the word "interrments" a new one for me. Could you tell me more. I would apprecite it. Lea

Re: Ruston Family History UK

karenruston61 — 2010-01-21 22:54:47Z

Have you tried the intterments in your area. I have found a family history that goes back to 775. Think I still have the info someplce.
will check when I have some spare time.Can,t promise time on it tho.
The intterments will let you know who they married and when, then you can trace either side back by using history from them.
Good luck

Re: Ruston Family History UK

leapeacock1 — 2010-01-21 22:11:55Z

So far cannot find the James in the States. Lots of James, but none with wife Hannah. She is reported to be born in 1740. Other than her parents we have nothing else on her, but I will keep a copy of your Post, just in case something turns up. You are so nice to try and help, and I appreciate it very much. Thank you Lea

Re: Ruston Family History UK

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2010-01-21 16:20:04Z

my cousin got back to me James Ruston Born 1811 married Sarah Waudby on March 1832 they had a big family and William which is the oldest is my cousins relations. But they did have a sone James that went to the States to live. Do you have a birth dat on your James Ruston??? I loved your site especially the tartan brings back memories as I have Robertson and Clark on my Mothers side and my great grandparents and Grandparents came to Canad in 1911 to farm and live. I am retired now and when I was 19 I went for a wee holiday in Scotland for two months and stayed with my grandmothers youngest brother. I wanted to stay, get a job and live there but he wouldn't let me. you know to this day i can still pick out someone from Glasgow by his speach. I don't know if this info on James helps. My email is Rustyleadfoot at yahoo dot com. I went to school with a Henderson in Fergus Ontario Canada. I have 4 Henderson family trees listed in my book 1. George Henderson born 1781 in Berwickshire Scotland. 2. Thomas Henderson son of George came to canada as a infant. 3. Magnus Henderson born 1832 in Caithness shore Scotland. 4. Simond Henderson came her to settle from Ireland in 1798 I have no date of birth recorded. As I grew up in Fergus Ontario Canada which was settled by mostly Scottish families and a few English in the late 1700 and earily 1800 hundreds.
Take care Bryan

Re: Ruston Family History UK

leapeacock1 — 2010-01-20 21:56:53Z

I will appreciate it. Lea Henderson Peacock

Re: Ruston Family History UK

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2010-01-20 18:52:39Z

I am not sure at this time as it is not in my records but I am in contact with a family member in Sasktoon Sask (a distant cousin) of James Ruston and I will get back to you as soon as she replies to me. All the Best

Re: Ruston Family History UK

leapeacock1 — 2010-01-17 03:00:44Z

Could the brother named James marry a Hannah Henderson, dau of Richard & Elizabeth (Branson) Henderson? Thank you for any help. Lea Henderson Peacock

Re: Ruston's in Indiana

joygroover — 2010-01-05 16:34:52Z

Cora and Charles were my great-grandparents. I'd love to get more information. Thanks.

John M. Ruston

rustonfamilytree — 2009-11-18 14:20:21Z

Looking for a John M. Ruston born in Tennesee in 1819. Married a Minerva M. Newman, had a son Andrew Newman Ruston. He is on 2 of my lines, and cannot find a thing on his father John and his mother Minerva. Any ino would be great. They were all in Texas by 1850, Andrew was born in Walker County, Minerva died in Walker County in 1850 giving birth to Andrew. John remarried, but cannot find a name on who he remarried.

Amanda Ruston

RUSTON James M 1873-1942

t42RoseHill — 2009-05-27 17:18:55Z

RUSTON James M 1873-1942

I photographed this gravestone in the (Shannon) Rose Hill Cemetery, Tarrant Co., Texas. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records. This is one of the 203,767 cemetery photos free at http://teafor2.com .

If you know more about this person please reply here,instead of contacting me because this is most likely not my family.

Re: Rustons in Yorkshire - 1800's & before

jplatts144 — 2009-03-26 21:30:58Z

hi, im researching the war memorial in woodmansey, joseph william ruston of woodmansey, son of fw(fred wm ) and ch ruston , is named died france of wounds 12 june 1918 aged 20 dob 19 04 98 could you have any more info please, i think they could be related, his grandfather was wm m ruston aged69 in 1901 census, all the family were born woodmansey, wm seems to be a strong family link, any help would be appreciated. thanks terry

Eliza Ruston, Appleton Wisconsin

931Susan — 2009-01-22 00:47:54Z

Searaching for information on Eliza Ruston, Appleton WS., married to Edward C. Weymouth. Daughter of Robert and Ann Ruston, immigrated from England, possibly died at a young age, after giving birth to three children, Robert, Frances and Lillian Weymouth. One sister to Eliza was Bessie (Elizabeth) Year is around 1865-1900.

Surnames to search:Zubar/Zubart/Ziebar/Rustan/Rustin/Ruston/Ploof/Ploff/Plouffe/Ploaf

lilirisheyes — 2008-10-09 16:11:58Z

I'm searching for the parents of my great great grandmother Sarah Ann Ruston/Rustan/Rustin born 1839 in the Town of Charlotte,Vermont.In 1858,Sarah used the last name Zubar/Zubart/Ziebar.She was listed on her death record,an adopted child.

I'm searching for additional information of the Ruston/Rustan/Rustin and Zubar/Zubart/Ziebar families.Census show Sarah Ann's parents were from Canada.

Any help is appreciated.Please do not email me direct.Thank you.

Re: RICHARD RUSTON

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2008-10-02 18:24:43Z

My Richard Ruston's parents were George and Sarah(Shephard) Ruston were settled in Old Malton Yorkshire England.I have not found out the month only a year was given. I will continue my search to see if I can find a connection. Richards Grandparents were George and Mary (Banks) Ruston I have a list of their children but but not of any siblings from their children other than my own tree as of yet. Your Richard could be a grandchild of George and Marys's from one of their other children.
I find it increaseing harder to find out information back in the 1700s it is very time consuming finding just a small scrape of information at best. But I will trudge onward.
The motto on the coat of arms of the Ruston Family is To Have Patience and Endure. That is what I am doing. The Ruston name goes back to 1260 so I have another 500 years to search and then after that it would have been pernounced I.E. Philip de Ruston I found that name in 1146 records which is a Norman(French) way of pernouncing a sir name. Wish me luck!!!

Re: RICHARD RUSTON

@@llrich@pacbell.net — 2008-10-02 16:22:06Z

I truly have no other information about Richard Ruston's family other than that he married Mary. However, I think he was born in Chatteris, Chambridgeshire, England. Is that where your Richard Ruston was born? The date I have is April 18?

Re: RICHARD RUSTON

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2008-10-02 08:28:11Z

I have a Richard Ruston born 1808 When his three brothers George, James and Robert(my dad's Great great grandfather) came to Canada in early 1830's he left for America (USA) to seek his fortune.I haven't any other information other than that. The first five names you have as children are numeriously spread thoughtout my family tree though different generations. Do you have any information as to who Richards parents where back in England(UK) that would help to lock things down. It would be nice to find out your Richard Ruston and mine are the same. I would love that. Back 25 year ago I had someone call me from the United States of America saying he had traced the faily tree and that we were related though the family tree. I was not interested at the time being a very young man and now I wish I had and regrete it dearly. It is sad for me as I regreat my actions now.
Reguards Bryan Ruston

Re: RICHARD RUSTON

lilirisheyes — 2008-10-02 01:14:29Z

Hi,
By any chance did any of the children of Richard & Mary Ruston get adopted out?

Thank you.

Canada search

lilirisheyes — 2008-10-02 01:01:08Z

According to the census, my great great grandmother's parents were from Canada.Sarah Ann Ruston or perhaps Preston was born abt.1839 in Charlotte,Vermont.Adopted out as a child, Sarah took the last name Zubar.Sarah Ann Zubar married my great great grandfather Abraham Ploff(Ploof)on May 17, 1858 in state of Vermont by John Chase, Minister of the gospel.

Are there any Rustons or Prestons descendants that had ancestors from Canada that have Sarah Ann in their line.I'm searching for her parents & siblings.

Please do not email me direct.Thank you.

Ruston,Rustin,Rustan

lilirisheyes — 2008-09-22 01:47:52Z

Searching for information of Sarah Ann Ruston/Rustin/Rustan born 1839 in Charlotte,Vermont.

Please do not email me direct.Thank you.

Re: Ruston's in Ontario, Canada

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2008-07-19 05:14:31Z

I have searched back the Ruston family tree to 1745 George Ruston my email is Rustyleadfoot@yahoo.com I would like to hear form you as well.

Re: Ruston's in Ontario, Canada

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2008-07-19 05:11:01Z

hello cousin Jude Moses was a brother of my fathers grandfather John Shore Ruston,. His father was Robert Ruston mother was Mary (Shore)Ruston. I have been looking for Moses's family for some time. All I knew was he settled in King Township and who he married Martha Palmer. Norman, George and James were Moses's other Uncles that came to Canada along with his other father Robert who was my ancestor. Also Moses had other uncles that stayed in UK one was names Richard. Contact me at Rustyleadfoot@yahoo.com

Re: Ruston Family History UK

Rustyleadfoot1 — 2008-07-19 04:50:47Z

I know there were 4 brothers emmagrated to Canada for land given to them for services rendered as a solder to the Crown. Three brothers were Robert ( my ancestor), James and George. I was not able to find our what the other brothers name was so it could have been Norman. Norman shows up in the family tree as a brother.

Re: Ruston Family History UK

karenruston61 — 2008-07-18 02:42:03Z

apparently there were 4 brothers who came over from england.Norman I believe was 1 of them.

Re: Rustons in Yorkshire - 1800's & before

BeverleyMorling88 — 2008-06-28 12:41:35Z

Hello Margaret,
I have just found this reply and was not notified.
John Ruston is an older son of William & Hannah.
If you are still there please reply.
I have other illegitmate children also.
Bev

CHARLOTTE,VERMONT 1840 BIRTH

lilirisheyes — 2008-03-18 15:32:52Z

I NEED HELP FINDING INFORMATION OF THE PARENTS OF MY GGGRANDMOTHER.

NAME:SARAH ANN________
BIRTH DATE:1840
BIRTH PLACE:CHARLOTTE,CHITTENDEN COUNTY,VERMONT
RESIDENCE:FERRISBURG,VERMONT
NAME OF FATHER:UNKNOWN
NAME OF MOTHER:UNKNOWN
MARITAL STATUS:MARRIED
HOW MANY TIMES MARRIED: 1 TIME
TO WHOM:ABRAHAM PLOOF
BIRTH DATE OF SPOUSE: JAN 1835
BIRTH PLACE OF SPOUSE:DUNHAM QC
NAME OF FATHER:SYLVESTER A.PLOOF
NAME OF MOTHER:AMELIA COLLINS LALIBERTE'
RESIDENCE:COLCHESTER,VERMONT
WHEN MARRIED:MAY 17,1858
MAIDEN NAME OF SPOUSE:ZUBAR OR ROBAR
WHERE:STATE OF VERMONT(FERRISBURG)
BY WHOM:JOHN CHASE MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL
WITNESSES: JOSEPH AND MARY SEGUIN-NORMAN(D)

DEATH DATE OF SARAH ANN PLOOF:OCTOBER 28,1887
(AN ADOPTED CHILD,PARENTS CAN'T BE FOUND.MAIDEN NAME GIVEN AS RUSTON.)
PLACE OF DEATH:FERRISBURG,VERMONT
DEATH DATE OF ABRAHAM PLOOF:FEB.1903
PLACE OF DEATH:BURLINGTON,VERMONT

PLEASE HELP! AND ASKING FOR NO DIRECT EMAILING.THANK YOU.

Re: Ruston Family History UK

JoCas69 — 2008-01-12 21:41:44Z

Hello Patricia, I know you posted this msg a long time ago, but I have only just stumbled upon it!
Your g grandfather Robert is my g g g uncle. I have got a huge amount of information from someone I tracked down on another genealogy website. Given that this message is pretty old, you might have tracked him down yourself by now! But he has managed to trace the Rustons back to 1758 (with your g g g g grandfather!)
This is my very first post on this website, so am being cautious in my wording, as I am not too familiar with the etiquette around here yet! But feel free to PM me if you haven't got any more information since you posted this message all those years ago - I would love to hear from you, I didn't know I had relatives in Australia, how exciting! Best wishes, Jo

RUSTON FAMILY SEARCH

lilirisheyes — 2007-10-29 23:05:20Z

SEARCHING FOR THE RUSTON FAMILY THAT HAS HISTORY INFORMATION OF SARAH RUSTON BORN 1840 IN CHARLOTTE,VERMONT.ADOPTED BY ZUBAR FAMILY POSSIBLY OF CANADA.

ANY HELP APPRECIATED.PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL ME DIRECT.THANK YOU.

Re: Rustons in Yorkshire - 1800's & before

webskaren — 2007-02-17 10:24:50Z

Don't suppose the census entry should read Rowley?

Just a thought

Karen

Re: Rustons in Yorkshire - 1800's & before

Margaretkirby12 — 2007-02-16 16:25:54Z

Thanks for the reply.
I am really trying to get back beyond William. Per the 1851 census, William is recorded as being born in "Ruley" (have see the atual hand written census) but I am unaware of such a place in Yorkshire and the Census takers usually noted if a place was not in Yorkshire. His wife Hannah is local being from Dunswell, next door to Woodmansey.
In 1901, Hannah Abbott (aged 81) is living with Thomas and Annie in Beverley. I do not hae a John in my notes, the only siblings that I have for Hannah Abbott (Nee Ruston) are Sarah (chr 27/8/1815), Thomas (chr 16/3/1818), Eliza (chr 21/8/1825), Easter (chr 14/4/1823) and Ann (chr 8/3/1828). All are christened at St John & St Martin parish, Beverley (chapels of ease to the Minster). Unplanned pregnancies seemed to be common in this family as in 1851 William (aged 67) and Hannah (aged 60) had Eliza (daughter aged 24) and Thomas (grandson aged 2 - agricultural labourer's son) living with them! Please do let me have details of John and your thoughts on Ruley/Ruby.

Re: Rustons in Yorkshire - 1800's & before

BeverleyMorling88 — 2007-02-16 11:01:00Z

I have the Thomas Ruston details. I have his mother as Hannah. His grandparents I think would be William b. 1786 Ruby, Yorkshire and Hannah b. 1796.
In 1871 Census Thomas is shown as a stepson - mother Hannah Abbott - Cooper's wife.
I am related back to John, one of Hannah's brothers.
Family members - John, Eliza, Mary and William Moor Ruston.
I have Tom (the Beverley one) & Annie from 1881 Census and family.

Re: Ruston's in Ontario, Canada

peter_ruston — 2006-12-03 14:44:09Z

Hi my name Is peter ruston I am your cousin,Ken's son I have found info on the ruston;s back seven generations.Send me an e-mail and I will forward what I have to you and maybe you can share what you have.Have a Great day Pete

William M. Ruston

Eugene_Beckett — 2006-12-02 03:58:03Z

Would like to contact anyone with information on this family.
William M. Ruston, married Sarah E. Flynn on Dec. 23, 1894 in Warrick County, Indiana

Re: Daniel Ruston

LoriCates28 — 2006-07-13 17:47:02Z

Hi Susan,

According to the 1912 obituary for Robert Ruston (a son of Edward), the family traveled by ship to New Orleans and then took a steamer up the Mississippi and Ohio rivers to Evansville. It says that they landed there on Christmas Eve, 1849, which is different than the date you have. Wonder which is correct?

Lori Cates Hand