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Garland (Jack) Compston,age, 99, born in Charleston, W.Va.grew up in Ohio ,Newt and Sarah (Sidenstricker) Compston,

KENNELLYMARKA — 2011-12-15 04:00:25Z

Garland (Jack) Compston
FOREST CITY -

Garland (Jack) Compston,age. 99,
of Forest City, died Wednesday (April 5, 2006) at the Good Samaritan Center in Forest City.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Monday at the United Methodist Church in Forest City with Pastor Jerald Swanberg officiating. Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery in Forest City.
Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home and an hour prior to the service on Monday at the church.
Garland "Jack" Compston was born in Charleston, W.Va., on Aug. 13, 1906. He grew up in Ohio in the home of his grandparents, Newt and Sarah (Sidenstricker) Compston. In this large, loving family, his aunts and uncles were like siblings to him.
Jack left home when he was 12 years old. He attended Marion Business College in Ohio. He moved to Chicago, Ill., and found a job with a teletype firm. He later began selling vacuum cleaners door-to-door.
On June 30, 1937, he married Ann Clark at Wheaton, Ill. The couple made their home in Chicago where they owned and operated a grocery store. In 1942, they moved to a farm near Wabena, Wis., and it was here, in 1944, they bought their first movie theater. The couple eventually owned and operated several theaters and were involved with owning or leasing and improving theaters in various communities.
After a brief time in Arlington, Wash., the family returned to the Midwest and in 1954 purchased the Forest Theater in Forest City. In 1967, Jack designed and built the theater in Decorah. Jack operated the Forest Theater until retiring in 1974.
He and Ann enjoyed traveling in their travel trailers and Winnebago motor home, spending time in Texas and Florida.
Jack was an avid sportsman who loved to hunt and fish. He enjoyed yearly fishing trips to Canada and Minnesota with family and friends and loved hunting pheasants with his dogs. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Forest City. Jack was very focused on his family and dedicated to his work.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Cathy Compston of Forest City; granddaughter, Catina Kinney, and her husband, Scott, and great-grandchildren, Brendon and Abigail Kinney, all of Enterprise, Ala.
Jack was preceded in death by his loving grandmother; and his wife, Ann, who died on June 7, 2000.
Petersen Lund Funeral Home, 505 N. Clark St., Forest City, ( Globe Gazette from April 6 to April 9, 2006 )

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Re: compston

kcbluegold — 2010-05-28 05:29:20Z

Osa Compston my great grandfather, father's name was, John W. Cumpston (Compston) and mother was Emily Short. She was from Hamilton TWP., Jackson County, Ohio. They were married in Lawrence County, Ohio. John W. died between 1876-1880. The last record I have is 1868 at Buckeye Furnace in Milton TWP., Jackson County, Ohio where they lost a 1 month old child. Emily "Emma" Short Cumpston (Compston) remarried a William Fluhart. She passed away in 1915 and is burried at Salem Cemetery in Milton TWP, Jackson County, Ohio.

Master Sergeant Patrick H. Cumston 1948-2010

Lace_Lynch — 2010-02-11 12:25:00Z

Courtesy Post

VINTON: Master Sergeant Patrick H. Cumston, 61, of Vinton, Ohio passed away Tuesday morning, February 9, 2010 at his residence.

He was born July 28, 1948 in Delaware, Ohio to Floyd and Verdina Marie (Reeves) Cumston.

He served in the United States Army beginning in 1966 and retiring in 1989. He enjoyed camping, coin collecting, and genealogy.
He was a life member of the VFW Post # 3297 in Delaware and a member of the Meigs Co. DAV #53.

He is survived by two sons, William (Sabrina) Cumston of Columbus, Ohio and James (Tania) of Ohio; daughter, Carletta (Todd) Feasel of Westerville, Ohio; grandchildren, William Cumston II and Shelby Cumston and four other grandchildren; two brothers, Roger Cumston of Middleport, Ohio and Floyd Cumston of Columbus, Ohio; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a granddaughter, Sable Cumston.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 14th from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Rodman Neeper Funeral Home, 1510 W. William St., Delaware, Ohio and where funeral services will be held on Monday, February 15th at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery where the Delaware County Veterans Association will provide military honors.

Contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist with expenses.

To share a memory of Patrick or to offer condolences to the family, please visit:

www.rodmanneeper.com

Marionstar.com

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 15:56:30Z

Lynetta,
I see that you have Alexander's parents information. Do you have any information farther back including where they came from. Your grandfather was my uncle.

Re: Thomas Compston

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 15:54:11Z

Lynetta,
My father was Thomas Howard, Jr. Blair was my uncle. I only had information back to my grandfather, Thomas who was married to Florence. Glad to hear you have information on his father Alexander and mother, Mary Rose. Do you have any information as to Alexander's parents, where he was born, etc.

Re: compston/cumpston

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 15:36:55Z

Sorry I forgot to mention he also had a son named Harold.

Re: compston/cumpston

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 15:34:36Z

My grandfather was Thomas Howard Compston born October 15, 1875 in WV. He lived in Ravenswood and was the father of Thomas Howard Jr, Blair, Dana, George, Clarence, Carl and two daughters Juanita and Dorothy.

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 15:32:49Z

Was your father from Ravenswood, WV? If so then we are cousins.

Re: COMPSTON/CUMPSTON

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 15:22:44Z

Dan, I sent you an e-mail. I am looking for more info. My father was Thomas Howard Jr. Blair was his brother.

Re: Compston-Cumpstons

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 15:16:33Z

My father was Thomas Howard Jr, Blair was his brother. Do you have info on our great grandfather?

Re: Family connections

Dr_bjchilds — 2009-12-26 14:37:37Z

My grandfather's name was Thomas Howard Compston and he was born in West Virginia. George, Harold, Dana, Clarence, and Thomas Jr were his sons. His daughters were Juanita and Dorothy. I am looking for information on my grandfather's parents and family tree.

Re: Family connections

tommycockles85 — 2009-11-23 22:05:19Z

Hi Jean,

Gordie called me and mentioned you had been in contact and had responded to this. My friend Chris Galloway has just emailed the link to this thread! what a suprise coming together of worlds. I did wonder if I would ever find out about my Dad's side of the family hence the total lack of any family tree for the Compstons on my side. I even set up a Compston Clan group on my facebook account only to be sent rubbish from the U.S.A!

I would love to see the family tree if you have one available, both me and Gordie did a degree in History so thepast is right up our street! My gmail is thomasacompston@gmail.com so get in touch. I live in Holborn in London and am planning to go to Glasgow for my birthday on the 13th December (I have never ever been to Scotland!) and my mum, Maureen mentioned we could maybe meet up for a quick cup of tea or something we will have a car and I think My mum said you were in Edinburgh?

All the best

Tommy - 07792 747 011

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

pcjones8802 — 2009-07-04 19:02:28Z

Thank you so much Patrick! I am an amateur at this, and recently jointed Ancestry.com, because quite honestly, I have gotten hooked on this! I ran across the original marriage certificate between Iva Mae Compston to Harry B. Compston in Catlettsburg, KY on April 15, 1911, and posted the information on the Zimmerman Family Tree site that I have been working on. I am gathering what items I have, and I am going to post them on the site in the very near future to provide others with additional information. My half sister ended up taking photos of Harry Vinton Zimmerman and his wife when my mother passed on, and unfortunately, I have no contact with her. The re-spelling of the Compston name really threw me; however, thanks to your postings that I ran across on this site, I was able to piece alot of things together. Does this mean that we are also related to Jacob Zimmerman (1822-1910)? Thank you once again, Patrick.

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

PCumston — 2009-07-04 12:03:23Z

The "Roger Compston" you speak of was the son of OSA Compston, Thomas' brother. Thomas was b. 8 Jul 1872 d. 11 Jan 1943. Thomas had 3 sons that I am aware of, Clarence Thomas, John Clifford and George D.

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

PCumston — 2009-07-04 11:51:59Z

Yes indeed Cheryl, we're 3d cousins. See my previous post. I'd love to share family information.

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

pcjones8802 — 2009-07-02 23:50:49Z

Hi:
I have a bit of info on the Compstons from Delaware Ohio. My mother was Ruth Eileen Compston-my grandmother was Iva Mae Zimmerman Compston, and my grandfather was Harry C. Compston. Bennie Compston and his wife, Della, were my uncle and aunt. I just began really researching, but I do have some items from my mother that she gave me before she passed away. Anything I can provide you with, I will be happy to do so; I did start a Zimmerman Family Tree, as well as a Craven-Jones Tree that I have been filling in. This makes us relatives!

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

pcompston1 — 2009-07-01 23:22:05Z

Hello
I was born and raised in southeast Ohio. My grandfather's name was Thomas. Not sure about his family,as he died before I was born. He came from the area of Wellston, ohio. I beleive he may hade had a brother named Roger. Hope this helps

Re: Family connections

jeanmckirdy — 2009-05-04 22:40:05Z

My name is Jean Lennox McKirdy single name Compston. Your grandfather Arthur is my father's brother. They were born in Hangingshaw Glasgow in a family of 14 children whose parents were Arthur and Christina Compston. I have a brother called Arthur and a sister called Lily. My parents were Archie and Lily Compston. I have researched the family tree and have everybody listed right back to when they came from Ireland in the 1700s. I only came across your request today and I know it's a long time since you first posted your request. I will send the family tree to you if you get in touch. Cheers, Jean

Re: compston/cumpston

danco631 — 2008-10-16 01:43:36Z

i may have some info from my grandfathers ancesters from sydney australia.

Re: compston/cumpston

marsiaseydoux — 2008-06-09 03:31:58Z

george c compston in western, pa was my great grandfather

Re: compston

a_compston — 2008-03-06 12:19:54Z

hi my name is anne marie compaton i live in scotland , would be nice to here from some compstons all over the world . my fathers name was patrick brothers sid and jim sisters nora ,jeanie, agnes .my family consists of 5 bros two sis ,james, william, patrick , thomas , bernard, jeanette, sally and of course meself.i have two boys 19 n 16 .i think we are originally from ire well my dad used to say that . loads moved overseas canada usa and theres only one spelling of the name <?> any info plz get back to me at alix.payton@ntl.com thanx xx

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

daustin125 — 2007-09-29 16:50:24Z

Thanks for answering my message. I'm still searching for info on Isaac's origins. I know that George Allen and
all his brothers and sisters were born in southern Ohio; Isaac even owned some land there but lost it because
of mineral rights. We probably have lots of relatives still down there. Grandpa married a girl just over the state
line in Mason Co. That's probably when they moved to Mason Co. I don't know if his father, Isaac, went too. I
think some of his brothers went. My dad said they were tenant farmers until the time them came back to Ohio.
Dad said that was in 1910 when he was 5 years old. He even showed me the house they lived in. Great grandpa
Isaac's father's name was Henry. What I'm trying to learn is where he lived and if I could trace it back even
farther. I guess people back then were so busy living, they didn't worry about keeping records. My brother has
the family bible but that is only for George Allen and family. I've heard that most of the Compstons came from
England and some migrated to Germany before coming to America. Would you have any info past Isaac?
Would love to hear from you regardless. DAustin@copper.net

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

PCumston — 2007-09-13 18:16:05Z

You're very correct. The "Harry" you speak of is Harrison Benjamin COMPSTON b 13 Mar 1891 Delaware, Delaware Co, OH d. 30 Aug 1961 Steubenville, Jefferson Co. I am also decended from Isaac Newton Cumston (Cumpston). Isaac CUMPSTON b. 1831 Lawrence Co, OH m. Jemima Tricila Pickle (b. 1 nov 1831 NJ d. 18 sep 1908 Mason Co, WV) on 22 Jan 1852 in Gallia Co, OH. issue: 6 children, My ggrandfather, Isaac Newton m. Sarah Jane Sydenstricker (Sidenstricker) to issue: 11 children.
To make it short, Dorothy, we are 2d cousins, once removed.

email me at PCumston@yahoo.com. I have TONS of info on all branches, but never nearly enough.

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

daustin125 — 2007-09-09 03:35:53Z

I'm sorry about the double post I did earlier. I think
there were two George Compstons in Delaware. I looked up
Benjamin Compston who married Iva Zimmerman and the father's
name was George Compston, wife unknown. Their son Harry
Benjamin married Iva and had 5 Children; Floyd Herbert,
Bennie Vinton, Donald Leroy, Eileen Ruth, and Vivian Orpha.
The computer says that Bennie's grandfather George's father
is unknown. I believe there were two different George
Compston in Delaware. Somewhere along the line my grand-
father changed the spelling to read Comston. My great,
grandfather was Isaac. They came from Mason Co. wv and
Isaac had another son, Isaac Newton, who moved to Delaware
too, but he only had one child. In my mind, I can still
see my grandfather George Allen sitting at the table eating
peas from a knife and wondered how he did that. He had
a very large mustach. I hope I didn't seem to argue but
I know my grandfather was George Allen; my brother is named
after him. Dorothy

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

daustin125 — 2007-09-08 22:37:21Z

I just happened upon your response about the Compstons from
Delaware OH. I, too, am of that family. However, I queston
something you said. If I understood correctly, you said that Benjamin (Bennie) was a son of George Allen. George
Allen and Katherine Marie had 8 children, of which my dad
was one. They were Harry, Howard, Fred, Margaret, Ann, John Allen, Clyde, and William Russell. Clyde was my
dad. The parents, and Clyde and Russell are buried at Oak Grove

Cemetery in Delaware. My dad, brothers, and family all
spelled their name Comston. I had a lot of trouble tracing
this family. After I read the cemetery records that my
grandfather's fathers name was Isaac, I began trying other
spellings and found out a lot more. http://www.interment.net/data/us/oh/delaware/oakgrove/oakgro... You will find them here. Also,If you look at Rootsweb
searches under George A Comston, you can see what I found.
Dorothy

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

daustin125 — 2007-09-08 22:31:43Z

I just happened upon your response about the Compstons from
Delaware OH. I, too, am of that family. However, I queston
something you said. If I understood correctly, you said that Benjamin (Bennie) was a son of George Allen. George
Allen and Katherine Marie had 8 childred, of which my dad
was one. The others were Harry, Howard, Fred, Margaret, Ann, John Allen, Clyde, and William Russell. Clyde was my
dad. The parents, Clyde and Russell are buried at Oak Grove

Cemetery in Delaware. My dad, brothers, and family all
spelled their name Comston. I had a lot of trouble tracing
this family. After I read the cemetery records that my
grandfather's fathers name was Isaac, I began trying other
spellings and found out a lot more. http://www.interment.net/data/us/oh/delaware/oakgrove/oakgro... You will find them here. If you look Rootsweb
searches under George A Comston, you can see what I found.
Dorothy

Re: looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

PCumston — 2005-04-29 11:38:57Z

I'd be more than happy to share information on this family, as it is MY line as well. Benjamin (Bennie) Compston b. 13 Mar 1891 Delaware Co, OH d 13 Aug 1961 was the son of George Allen Comston (Cumpston) b. 15 Apr 1862 d. 5 Oct 1938 was the son of Isaac Cumpston b. 1831 and Jemima Tricilla Pickle. Isaac is my great-great grandfather and mother, making us 3d cousins, twice removed, Feel free to contact me for further.

looking for Delaware Ohio Compstons

mmartinezjhancock — 2005-04-28 00:24:36Z

Searching for more information on my ancestors- my grandfather is Kenneth Compston born around 1930, married to Eleanor, My great grandfather is Benjamin Compston born 1914, married to Della Wells, My gggrandfather is Benjamin Compston married to Iva Zimmerman. would like any additional information if available.

Ella or Emily Compston Greenup County Kentucky

kellyedmonds — 2005-02-17 05:54:16Z

Looking for information on Ella or Emily b Compston. I believe her father to be Isaac Compston and her mothers name racel.
Ella married Edward Clark June 24 1889 in Greenup County Kentucky
anyone reasearching this line please let me know.
In the census records I have found so far it lists Isaac as bein born in ohio. I hope I can name a connection on this line with someone
Thanks in advance
Kelly

Re: Family connections

2004-09-13 22:26:16Z

Message from Alan McLean to Thomas Compston

I was your dad's best friend at school in the Vale of Leven and would be very happy to tell you all I know about Ian. Lost touch with your mum, Maureen, many years ago.

Best wishes

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-11-26 02:43:34Z

I WAS RAISED IN IRONTON OHIO. MY FATHER FREDEREICK COMPSTON WAS BORN IN KENTUCKY. FROM MY UNDERSTANDING MOST OF HIS FAMILY IS FROM KENTUCKY.

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-11-26 02:43:04Z

I WAS RAISED IN IRONTON OHIO. MY FATHER FREDEREICK COMSTON WAS BORN IN KENTUCKY. FROM MY UNDERSTANDING MOST OF HIS FAMILY IS FROM KENTUCKY.

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-09-10 14:31:03Z

CARL,
I WOULD BE INTERESTED IN SHARING INFORMATION WITH YOU.
MY FATHER'S NAME WAS CARL COMPSTON ALSO
I HAVE THE COMPSTON PUZZLE GOING TOGETHER MORE AND MORE ALL THE TIME
WHERE IS YOUR GRANDFATHER BURIED
DAN COMPSTON
DANCOMPST@AOL.COM

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-09-10 14:22:15Z

JENNIFER,
THERE IS A CONNECTION, MOST IF NOT ALL OF THE COMPSTONS AND CUMPSTONS ARE RELATED.
I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS MATTER AND MOST OF IT WAS DUE TO THE LACK OF EDUCATION
AS FAR AS I KNOW THE COMPSTONS STARTED IN BOSTON AROUND 1690
IF I CAN BE OF ANY HELP PLEASE LET ME KNOW
THANKS
DANCOMPST@AOL.COM
DAN COMPSTON

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-09-10 06:28:11Z

I am a descendant of Osa (Ozar) and the Lantz clan. My dad and his seven brothers were all born in Wellston,and I even lived there for a while. I also know of several Cumpstons and some Lantz's living in the Northern panhandle of Wet Virginia and suspect a connection.

Frank Compston

PamAllen99 — 2003-05-24 13:19:36Z

I need some help. I'm looking for information on Frank Compston born circa 1855. He is listed on the Cattletsburg KY 1880 census as age 25 with a wife named Lucinda age 39 and a Martha J. Hood age 20 living with them. Does anyone have any information on this Compston?

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-02-23 23:57:30Z

I am finding out a little more about by great-great grandfather, Ozzie Compston. I will keep in touch as find more about the compstons. I am back on line now and can better my research.

Kelly

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-02-05 03:55:14Z

Jacob Compston was my g.grandfather I have pictures of him and Elizabeth and all their kids taken in the spring of 07 just before the died. Also have picture of his grave and stone. Have lots more info.

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

2003-01-05 00:15:40Z

Hi, I am so sorry that I have not gotten back with you. I have had computer problems since July.
I am afraid that I do not have the info that you are looking for. The furthest back I go is Ozzie Compston (also Osa) b. 1869 d. 1930. married Sarah Myrta Lantz b. 1873 d. 1956. Lived in Jackson Co. Ohio. But I have traced the Compston line to Lawrence Co. Ohio. I do believe that there is a link to an Isaac and Hester Compston from that area. (Symmes Creek). STOP THE PRESS!! I just found a Jacob listed with these people in the 1850 cencus of Lawrence Co, OH. says he is born 2-14-1844 d. 8-291907. You might check this out.

There are other variations in spelling also. Comstin, Compton, Cumston.... I do believe we will find quite a bit in Lawrence Co. though. If you wish to keep in touch please do so. I hope my email will stay up.

Kelly

Family connections

2002-12-21 13:36:54Z

Hi to all my name is Thomas Compston, I am researching my family origins my fathers name was Ian Donald Compston my grandfathers name was Arthur Compston his origins are scottish as was my fathers, Arthur Compston was in Germany during the end of WW2 where he met my grand mother Margeret Compston they both moved to Scotland at this time. Does this ring any bells for anyone? I hope so as I am keen to reveal the past of my family and the Compston name. Please get in touch if this message does ring any bells thank you for your time Thomas. I am a 24year old history graduate living in london my home country is Great Britain.

Family connections

2002-12-21 13:30:35Z

Re: Southern Ohio Compstons

cnolen1128 — 2002-11-30 16:04:57Z

I was wondering if anyone might have Jacob Compston b. 14 Feb 1844 in their records. I'm afraid that I don't have much more information than that on him. His daughter Julia Ann was my gg grandmother. My g aunt remembers her and most of her siblings. She also knew Jacob was her father and Elizabeth Payton was her mother. I am not sure if Jacob was born in Ohio, but according to my aunt, he had children in Arabia, Ohio in 1874 and 1877, then he moved to Cow Skin Prairie, Missouri and had 5 more children between 1880 and 1893. He died in Oklahoma 29 Aug 1907. Thank you for any help you can offer.

sidRe: compston

dcompston — 2002-08-24 12:53:18Z

sid
i received your message
how long has your family been in canada
i have compstons traced back to boston circa 1690
dan

Re: compston

2002-08-23 17:44:32Z

Hello,

I am living in Trail, B.C. Canada and am amazed at the references to Ohio Compston. My Grandfathers name was Sidney Brooks Compston and lived in Vancouver, B.C. Canada. My father and his brother along with all of their children live in Vancouver, Canada. Thought I might share this info with you. Please respond as to whether you receive this. Thank you.

Re: compston/cumpston

2001-10-09 16:41:42Z

I am also looking for ancestors in the area of Gallia county Ohio. My g-grandfather was Timothy Compston who married Sarah Ellen Hobbs. They did live in WV also. I don't have a lot on either the Compstons or the Hobbs. I am willing to share.

compston

momschool — 2001-08-24 18:26:10Z

would you have any info on sothern Ohio Compstons? I am searching for The parents of Oas Compston b. 1869 d. 1930. He Married a Myrta Lantz b. 1873 d. 1956.One known child is Bernard Compston b. 1901 d. 1955. Bernard married Maude Jewell. Bernard and maude are the parents of my grandmother hazel Mae Compston, who married Ray Norton.

Southern OHio Compstons

momschool — 2001-08-24 18:26:10Z

It seems they lived in Wellston, Jackson Co.,OH. They are burried in Ridgewood Cem. in Wellston, OH. Do you have names of siblings? I can try to match up the names you have given me already. Thanks for writing. I aprreciate your help.

Kelly

compston/cumpston

dcompston — 2001-06-28 12:15:04Z

looking for any ties on compston/cumpston
1700s mass, md,pa, 1800s va, oh and points
west
will share my info, i have done on site research
dan compston

COMPSTON/CUMPSTON

dcompston — 2001-06-28 12:15:04Z

LYNETTA COMPSTON-BLUM, MY FAMILY LIVED IN RAVENSWOOD IN THE 1820S, JACOB COMPSTON LIVED IN MILLWOOD AND IS BURIED ACROSS THE RIVER IN LETART FALLS. JACOB HAD A BROTHER THOMAS THAT LIVED IN RAVENSWOOD ALSO. THOMAS HAD SEVERAL SONS, TWO WERE KILLED IN THE CIVIL WAR. I AM SURE THAT WE ARE CONNECTED
PLEASE CONTACT ME AT DFRUSTRATE@AOL.COM
THANKS
DAN COMPSTON

southern ohio Compstons

2001-06-13 19:43:30Z

My father,Grandfather,Thomas Compston,was from Welleston and would like to talk to others they may be related