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Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

Leoniecoombe — 2009-09-29 16:22:32Z

There were lots of Bartholomew Coombes in Hatherleigh which is a small village in N. Devon. One of the Coombe females married Philip Gidley King who was an early Governor of Australia. If you can send a message to me at my user name rather than the message board, giving dates etc. It will be easier to help you. I suggest that your Matherleigh is most likely a mistake in a Census, try looking at the original page.

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

sjhollis62 — 2009-09-29 09:33:40Z

Hello

I am researching my Cooombe line back and I have come back to a Bartholomew Coombe in London. The only link I can find for him is a Bartholomew Coombe in Matherleigh and hoping to confirm that this is my ancestor.

Hope we vcan help each other

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

Leoniecoombe — 2009-08-25 10:20:10Z

Hi,
I have sent you an invite to my tree. I have been in contact with Cyril Coombe in the past, who I believe is your father's brother. I know he was very old, is he still well and doing the family tree? I sent him a CD of scanned family photo's, have you seen it?

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

MichelleMoore24 — 2009-08-20 17:56:39Z

Hello i don't know if any of this info will help you
i am from the coombe family in thorverton,exeter,devon.
my father was denis coombe son of sidney george coombe 08.10.1893,son of william coombe 1845,son of john coombe 1813,son of bartholomew coombe 1770 of hatherleigh.
Bartolomew coombe also had a sister mary coombe 1772,thomas 1776,susana coombe 1783 and patience coombe 1786.this is as far back as i can get so far.
hope this may help you,kind regards,
michelle moore nee coombe 28.06.67

Re: john coombe 1813-1866

Leoniecoombe — 2009-06-05 21:53:42Z

Hi Graham,
John was my great, great, grandfather he was christened 28th March 1812 at St George's Exeter. John was married twice, Charlotte Cox was his 2nd wife he had 3 children by his first marriage to Hannah Martin. Who was your great grandfather?

john coombe 1813-1866

grahamcevans — 2009-05-22 17:20:33Z

i wish to find any information concerning my great grand father john james coombe,born exeter in 1813 and died in exeter 1866.he was married to charlotte and they had 11 children,one of whom was my graet grand father james john coombe,born exeter 1859? and died milford haven october 1917,he was married to lucy ann chudley(1866-1949).john and charlotte coombe are listed in the 1861 cenus as living at 6 longbrooke street,exeter.his profession was as being a baker,confectioner and lodgings.could anyone supply me with information about where he worked or any information about the family.many thanks graham coombe evans

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

Leoniecoombe — 2009-04-24 08:15:37Z

Hi, I have come across Simon and Grace but am not sure where they fit in my tree. Is it possible for me to view your tree, or is the information not on line. I have built a tree which contains Hatherleigh Coombe's but as there are so many Bartholomews and Williams a lot of it is guess work based on parish records and until I have time to re-visit the records office in Devon to look for Wills etc., that may give me the needed information I am unable to link this part to my ggg grandfather Bartholomew who moved from Hatherleigh to Exeter at about the turn of the Century (1800). Any help would be great. Thanks

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

martync112 — 2009-04-23 19:46:38Z

Hi leonie, all of my ancestors come form the area of Hatherleigh,Oakhampton,Cullompton and so on, my GGGGGgrandfather was Simon Coombe b 1753 he married mary Huxtable they had William B 1783 who married Grace Metter then came james B 1823 he married mary ann Northcott, then James again who married Ellen E Blosse, if you think there may be a connection and if i can help in any way get in touch i have loads of info and photos.

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

Leoniecoombe — 2009-03-17 11:45:53Z

Have sent an invite to both trees, you will need to search for John Coombe born Exeter 1812 and work back for the Stephens/Coombe tree. The other one as I said is not completely reliable as yet, just made up from Parish Records at the Devon Records Office and on line records and educated guesses.

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

keithandmihi — 2009-03-17 11:23:50Z

Hi Leonie
Yes, I really would appreciate access to the info. I must have incorrect information as, like you, I have ancestors who used the same names, but for me are a century or so apart. Very, very confusing.

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

Leoniecoombe — 2009-03-17 08:40:56Z

Hi,
I have lots of information, but, I have been unable to tie it with my own tree. The overuse of certain names and the fact that many are registered in the parish records of the ordinary church and again in the dissenting church records, often with close dates of christening, so they could be two individuals from closely related families or one person, is very confusing. As a result I have two trees: Coombe Family tree link (guessed relationships) and Stephens/Coombe nearly all verified, if not, a note is attached. If you would like to access these trees please send a request and I'll open them for you.

Re: Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

keithandmihi — 2009-03-16 23:34:01Z

Leonie - gidday
I am researching William Coombe of Hatherleigh, born 1665, son of Bartholemew. My relationship comes through Bartholemew's gggg grand daughter Mary Coombe, born 1826 who married John Kelly in Auckland, NZ - her family emigrated to NZ around 1840. I have listed the family line below. From William Coombe (1695) I have no other information, apart from the year of birth and possibly the first name of their wives. I have no information re Bartholemew apart from a possible year of birth. I am hoping I can pad up my information. Cheers/Mihi
I live in Conifer Grove, Papakura, Auckland, NZ. I am on the Genes Reunited website as well.
Bartholemew C1635
William 1665
William 1695
William 1742
Thomas 1768
William 1795
Mary Kelly (nee Coombe)1826

Re: Herbert russell midlane COOMBE

suzannelb77 — 2009-01-17 05:32:34Z

Hi Will,I am a G/grandchild of Thomas Coombe married to Elizabeth Alice Milligan 1894 my info is mainly on thisfamily ,I have more info if needed.
I have been in touch with julie also finding out more about the Coombe's.

Regards Sue

Re: Coombe/Martin

ElizabethMartin80 — 2009-01-16 05:19:25Z

oops sorry Harold was your father not you, cant read whats in front of me, just so know my dad was actually related to Vernon's Wife she was is aunt Lillian his Mum was also a Halls but married a Martin, but I see dad's cousin Lorraine also married a Martin so that why I'm trying to see where her martin line is from also so any information would be great thanks again Elizabeth.

Re: Coombe/Martin

ElizabethMartin80 — 2009-01-16 04:57:24Z

Hi Harold,

Sorry I have never lived in that town but anyway, thanks for the information, only Broken Hill when I was younger which where most of my martin's came from after moving there from SA. my email address is lzbth_martin@yahoo.com.au would love any information you can help me with.

Hope to hear from u soon.

Elizabeth

Re: Herbert russell midlane COOMBE

juliespascoe1 — 2009-01-16 03:54:03Z

Hi Will, I am the great grandaughter of Charles and Catherine.
My Grandmother was Ethel Bridget Coombe born 1909.

I have seen the registration of Herbert & Bridget's marriage with Bridget's surname as Bower, but as you said other info within the family has stated that her surname was Power, including her death certificate. So, I thought that with accents, interpretations & illeteracy maybe the marriage certificate was wrong. As I do not have any info on her parents except that her father was Thomas, I had no way of knowing (for sure) which was correct.
Thank you for the clarification. Do you have any other info on Thomas & ? Bower ?

From your name, can I assume that you are the son of Uncle "Mick" ?

My e-mail address is juliespascoe@hotmail.com
if you would prefer direct contact.

Re: Herbert russell midlane COOMBE

WillCoombe — 2009-01-15 13:15:16Z

Hi Julie.

I am a grandson of Charles Coombe and Catherine Mary Ablett. My records show that Charles Coombe was born 1867 - according to me fathers information and Charles' headstone at Broken Hill Cemetary.

Also Herbert Coombe married Bridget Bower, her father Thomas 1797-1863 used the spelling Bowyer. It is unusal that within family records I have seen Bridget is referred to as Power and not bower - but their marriage certificate shows Bower.

I would be interested in any further information you have about the children, grandchildren etc of Herbert and Bridget.

regards

Will

Re: Coombe/Martin

WillCoombe — 2009-01-15 12:33:21Z

Hi Elizabeth.

I think I may have been the person who contacted you about Vernon's daughter and son-in-law, Lorraine and Snow Martin. Sorry I have taken so long to re-contact you. Did you live in Mulwala with your family. I have a feeling we may have met when my parents visited - which they did a on numerous times.

I can provide you with a few generations of Coombe family information. To get you started here is a simple outline:

Vernon Francis was the son of Charles Coombe 1867-1932 and Catherine Mary Ablett 1871-1934.He was one of 12 children - 11 boys and one girl - all now dead.

If you want to give me your email I can give you more information, and give you access to my Family Tree. I am the youngest son of Harold Coombe, Vernon's youngest brother.

Re: Thomas Bolitho Coombe

2006-03-19 12:08:09Z

Sydney Richard Coombe,born 1884,Poplar,London

2005-10-01 20:48:17Z

Seeking descendants of the above and Sidney Henry Coombe born W Ham 1910.
Bob

Sydney Richard Coombe born 1884,Poplar,London

2005-10-01 20:41:50Z

Seeking descendants of the above and of Sidney Henry Coombe born W Ham 1910.
Bob

Gwendoline Coombe, born 10 July 1904, St. Ewe, Cornwall, England

2005-07-09 14:29:13Z

Transcription of Birth Certificate [General Register Office]:

Registration District: St Austell
1904 BIRTH in the Sub-district of Mevagissey in the County of Cornwall

No. 366
When and where born: Tenth July 1904, Little Polgooth, St. Ewe, R.D.
Name, if any: Gwendoline
Sex: Girl
Name and surname of father: William Coombe
Name, surname and maiden surname of mother: Laura Angelina Coombe, formerly Harvey
Occupation of father: Grain Miller
Signature, description and residence of informant: W. Coombe, Father, Little Polgooth, St. Ewe
When registered: Fifteenth August 1904
Signature of registrar: Thomas Hicks, Registrar

Gwendoline Coombe married William John Hocking, and I believe they lived in Gorran Haven, Cornwall. If anyone is researching these families, I'd be happy to exchange information with you. Cheers.

Re: Thomas Bolitho Coombe

2004-12-20 14:43:09Z

I am afraid this is all I have:
Descendants of John Coombe

1 John Coombe
.. +Lavinia Stephens
2 Thomas Bolitho Coombe b: March 1872 in Penzance, Cornwall, England
.... +Emily Harry b: 1875 in Uny Lelant, Penzance, Cornwall, England
... 3 John Bolitho Coombe b: 1895
... 3 Percival Coombe b: 1896 in Penzance, Cornwall, England d: June 1896 in Penzance, Cornwall, England
... 3 Mary Maud Coombe b: 1900 in Penzance, Cornwall, England d: December 1901 in Penzance, Cornwall, England
... 3 Gladys Mary Coombe b: September 1909
Emily Harry, was my Great Grandfathers niece,being the daughter of his sister MaryAnn & husband Richard Harry.
I too would like more on this family, but all I could fine was what was in the bmd index, and census' on line.
Wish I could have been more help,wish I knew more of this family.
Good Luck

Re: Herbert COOMBE

byulibraryfhl — 2006-04-08 00:17:19Z

I have just found Russell Midlane Coombe in 1851 census in Heworth, Yorkshire, England. Father not listed with family. From what I know of this family the father is John Henry Coombe and mother is Frances Agnes Midlane. John Henry is listed as a Reverend. I cannot find him on Birth records. The census says Russell was born in Wilton, Wilshire, England. If this sounds like a possible match, email at klmoore1959@comcast.net

Thomas COOMBE Biography, Grant Co., WI

RMunns7272 — 2006-07-05 19:37:47Z

From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1007.

TOWN OF HAZEL GREEN

THOMAS COOMBE, Sec. 22; P. O. Hazel Green; owns 140 acres of land, valued at $50 per acre; born in La Fayette Co., Wis., in 1844; came to this county in 1850, and removed to his present farm; he is the son of William Coombe, a native of England.

[I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]

Re: Herbert russell midlane COOMBE

suzannelb77 — 2009-01-12 07:40:31Z

Hi Juliespascoe1,
Thank you for the info.I'm having trouble connecting Herbert Russell Coombe with Thomas William Coombe married to Elizabeth alice Coombe ( Alice elizabeth) my mothers g/parents. I have Bridget Power death in Wentworth NSW also. I have photos of Thomas and Alice at their daughter Alice Emily's wedding in Melb my mothers mother.Thank you again
Suzannelb@bigpond.com

Re: Herbert russell midlane COOMBE

suzannelb77 — 2009-01-10 09:10:31Z

I would like further info on the coombe family my ggg/father Thomas William Coombe father John Henry Coombe his father Russell Herbert Midlane Coombe

John Coomb, Obit, Ill to CA

Fireskye11 — 2005-11-18 02:44:40Z

The Evening Bee
Sacramento, Cal.
Tuesday, August 8, 1905
Page 6

JOHN COOMBE, PIONEER, DEAD
GRASS VALLEY (Nevada Co.), August 8 - John COOMBE, a pioneer, who went into
the cattle business in the late 50s, after following mining a few years in
the Sacramento Valley, but who has lived with his sister, Mrs. GRANT, of
Rough and Ready, for several years, died suddenly on Sunday evening while
walking. He had stopped to rest at a cabin in the woods when the end came.
Mr. Coombe was 83 years old and was born in Albion County, Illinois. His
brother, William Coombe, of Iowa Hill, and his sisters, Mrs. GRANT, of Rough
and Ready, and Mrs. KEAN, of Woodland, survive him. Coroner HOCKING held an
inquest last night, the verdict of which was death from natural causes.

Re: mary coombe

vbird88 — 2007-08-08 22:19:37Z

I do not have any information about Mary Coombe, but am wondering about John Gaffney. My great grandfather was Patrick Gaffney--he had a brother John. They were both in CA after living in MA for a time. Patrick married Bridget Gaffney (said to be no relation) and they moved to Idaho. Patrick and John had a sister Mary, and a brother, Frank. I do not know Patrick, John, Mary or Frank's parents. They were from Sligo, Ireland. (Parents and children) Patrick was born in 1825 in Sligo.
Thanks. Virginia

Re: Thomas Bolitho Coombe

jhooper44 — 2009-01-14 04:04:40Z

This sounds like my Thomas Bolitho Coombe. His parents were John and Lavinia Jane Coombe. He had at least two children Gladys and John. I have him as one of eight children. I show that Thomas had a sister, Mary, who married Joseph Hooper.

Re: Thomas Bolitho Coombe

jhooper44 — 2008-03-16 02:38:02Z

I have a Thomas Bolitho Coombe who was born in 1872 and seems to match your Thomas B. Coombe's parents names. My information says that Thomas had two children Gladys and John. Does this match your information?

Thomas had a sister, Mary who was my grand mother. She married Joseph Harry Bolitho Hooper, my grand father.

Re: Thomas Bolitho Coombe

jhooper44 — 2006-03-18 05:02:12Z

John & Livinia Coombe were my Great Grandparents on my Grandmothers side. I have very little information on Thomas Coombe except that he was the brother of my uncle John Coombe who married Honor Nellie (?). I would be interested in any information you have on Thomas Bolitho Coombe's brothers and sisters and especially dates of birth, death, and marriage.

Re: Thomas Bolitho Coombe

jhooper44 — 2004-12-18 05:31:51Z

I am related to a John Coombe who married a Lavenia Jane. They had at least five sons one of whom was Thomas and he had two children that I know of Gladys and John. I am looking for more information on John and Lavenia's son John who married Honor Nellie.

Percy Coombe - Cornwall, England

maijelle — 2005-10-30 16:55:01Z

Seeking information on Percy Coombe,b @ 1895 in Cornwall, England, married Violet Pearce, died 1981 in Amhertsburg, Ontario, His obit states 2 sisters survived him in England but no names given.

Re: Coombe Family

tialia22 — 2004-10-08 06:54:44Z

Hi i am alicia coombe my family lives in PA my father is tod r coombe and my grandfather is Abner Coombe

Re: Albert(Alfred?) Coombe

tialia22 — 2004-10-08 06:46:14Z

Hi i am alicia coombe what where his brothers names i live in america and am trying to figuer out where my fathers side came from im guessing england. my fathers father my grand fathers name is abner coombe he married phyllis (shiner) her maiden name im going to ask my grand father what his father and uncles names were.

Re: John Coombe, Devon 1800's

Leoniecoombe — 2004-11-20 12:51:59Z

First Wife now known to be Hannah Martin of Ashburton

Re: John Coombe, Devon 1800's

Leoniecoombe — 2005-06-08 18:51:39Z

2nd wife now known to be Charlotte Cox

Re: Coombe/Martin

Leoniecoombe — 2008-10-24 19:17:39Z

Hi, I'm not the person who you were in contact with but I have a Hannah Martin who married John Coombe in the early 19th Century in Ashburton. Any connection?

Re: Coombe/Martin

Leoniecoombe — 2008-10-24 19:17:38Z

Hi, I'm not the person who you were in contact with but I have a Hannah Martin who married John Coombe in the early 19th Century in Ashburton. Any connection?

Coombe Family of Hatherleigh

Leoniecoombe — 2008-07-02 19:33:46Z

I am interested in anyone researching the Coombe family in Hatherleigh, Devon. I have various information but have been unable to tie parts of the family together. Though use of the names William, Thomas, John and Bartholomew suggest close ties.

WILLIAM E. COOMBE - 1930's - SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

PaulineReynolds40 — 2007-09-25 22:57:18Z

William E. Coombe lived in San Antonio, Texas from (at least) 1926-1937; wife Ruth. Have no other information on these two. Any help would be appreciated.

WILLIAM E. COOMBE WIFE RUTH - ARKANSAS

PaulineReynolds40 — 2007-09-25 22:57:18Z

William E. Coombe and wife Ruth C. (Vanmeter) Coombe moved from Texas to Arkansas ca. 1940-1950, owning a poultry farm in the latter. Anyone have information on this couple? Thanks.

Herbert COOMBE

juliespascoe1 — 2006-04-11 06:20:11Z

I am looking for information on a Herbert Russell Midlane COOMBE. Born approx 1839 and married on the 21st November 1863 in Kooringa, Australia; a Bridget Bower. Herbert's father was reported to be a John Henry Coombe. Any information on any of these people would be very helpful

Re: Herbert russell midlane COOMBE

juliespascoe1 — 2009-01-11 13:19:41Z

Hi Suzanne,
I have Herbert Russell Midlane Coombe born 5 April 1940, Wilton, Wiltshire.Died about 1905, where is unknown.
On his birth certificate his name is registered as "Midlane Russell". No Herbert, and the other 2 names switched around.
Father .. John Henry Coombe
Mother .. Frances Agnes Midlane
Married 1863, Kooringa(Burra) South Australia,
Bridget (B)Power, born Ireland, died 29 Dec 1917
Bridgats age at death was given as 97yrs... b.~1820 ???
Her age at marriage (in 1863) was 27yrs.. b.~1836

Herbert & Bridget had 3 children...
1..Charles, b. 1865, d. 13 Jan 1932
married 14 Oct 1892, Catherine Mary Ablett..12 children
2..Thomas, b.~1866, d. 7 July 1942
married 1894, Alice Milligan.. 5 children
3..Frances Agnes, b. 1868, d. 31 Dec 1966
married 12 April, Thomas Williams.. 6 children

Herberts parents married 16 Nov 1835, St Mary's, Portsea, hampshire...10 children
Father .. John Henry Coombe, b. 4 Mar 1811, Woolwich, Kent
d. Q3 1887, Darlington, Durham
Mother .. Frances Agnes Midlane,born, West Camel, Somerset; ch. 12 Dec 1811, Catholic Church Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Died, Q1 1862, Darlington, Durham

John Henry's father was George Coombe, ch. 14 Sep 1759, Newcastle Under Lyme, Stafford; died 28 Jan 1821, Woolwich, Kent.
George married about 1800, a Mary ?, born about 1776, d. 25 Mar 1851, Woolwich, Kent.

George's parents were .. Thomas, b.~1715, d. 15 Jun 1782; & Mary ?, b.~1714, d. 1 Dec 1714

Thomas' father was Robert b. ?; died 1740.

I have more info on Herberts children, grandchildren & great grandchildren, if you would like to give me your e-mail address.
Julie

Coombe/Martin

ElizabethMartin80 — 2008-07-03 07:53:39Z

Hi Someone sent me an email a few weeks back and said they could help me with my Coombe side and knew my dad's Cousin Frederick Martin probably because he would also be a cousin to them. If this person could please get in contact again so i can update that side of the family tree that would be great thanks Elizabeth Martin.

P.s My father is Walter (Lionel) Martin.

Re: Coombe Family

jalier192 — 2007-09-18 16:01:15Z

I have information on Robert M. Dafeldecker and his family. Please email me at jalier@mchsi.net or call me at 217-382-4328

Elizabeth COOMBE & Edward Saunders, County of Devon, England

fddhhrjttuy — 2004-06-19 12:29:50Z

Looking for information on the family of Elizabeth COOMBE, who married Edward SAUNDERS ca. 1826, likely in the county of Devon, England. Their address in the 1851 census was 4 Factory Row, Torquay.
Who were Elizabeth's parents?
I would like to correspond with any of their descendants. Their children were (birth dates approximate): William, 1827; Louisa, 1829; Eliza, 1832; Mary A., 1837; Susan, 1838; and Sarah, 1845.
Larry P. Cornwell
LaCornwell@aol.com

Coombe

jwccoombe — 2009-01-06 07:27:09Z

I am looking for anyone with the last name of Coombe who has family from Scotland. My father was born there and he doesnt know the where abouts of any of his family. His father and grandfather were both named John Coombe, as well as my dad. THANKS
Julie COombe

Concerns about DNA testing for genealogy

RaymondCoon46 — 2008-05-22 16:56:50Z

Regarding genealogical DNA testing, here's a little more information to help calm fears about insurance companies using DNA information against us:

May 21, 2008

President George W. Bush signed into law today the the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). GINA - the first and only federal legislation that will provide protections against discrimination based on an individual's genetic information in health insurance coverage and employment settings.

"Today marks the beginning of a new era in health care," said Representative Louise Slaughter (D-NY). "Americans can finally take advantage of the tremendous potential of genetic research without the fear that their own genetic information will be used against them."

Just a few weeks ago, GINA received overwhelming support in both the Senate, with a unanimous vote of approval, and the House of Representatives, where the legislation was passed by a landslide vote of 414-1.

The health insurance protections offered by GINA are expected to roll out 12 months after the bill is signed, whereas the employment protections will be fully realized in 18 months.

Specifically, the legislation protects against genetic discrimination by health insurers or employers by:
Prohibiting group health plans and issuers offering coverage on the group or individual market from basing eligibility determinations or adjusting premiums or contributions on the basis of genetic information. They cannot request, require or purchase the results of genetic tests, or disclose genetic information.

Prohibiting issuers of Medigap policies from adjusting pricing or conditioning eligibility on the basis of genetic information. They cannot request, require or purchase the results of genetic tests, or disclose genetic information.

Prohibiting employers from firing, refusing to hire, or otherwise discriminating with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment. Employers may not request, require or purchase genetic information, and may not disclose genetic information. Similar provisions apply to employment agencies and labor organizations.

Everyone of us loses millions of skin cells every day, sheds hair (or get it cut), clip our nails, lick envelopes, and otherwise leave our DNA all over the landscape. We've been doing it all of our lives. If insurance companies wanted your DNA, they would have had it long ago.

Further, your name does not need to be associated with the test results in any way, if that's the way you want it done. You can collect the sample and then use only the surname to identify the sample. (FTDNA would like to keep the surname associated with the sample for research, but other information such as first and middle name, etc., can be left blank.)

The Coon/Coons/Coombs/etc., DNA research group is at FamilyTreeDNA.com There are 59 members and 30 have found a connection with another member. www.familytreedna.com/public/Coon