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Walter Grattan

helenmurray1960 — 2009-07-23 16:07:14Z

I am looking for Walter Grattan Born 1884 in Maybole Ayrshire Scotland he emigrated to the US 16 Mar 1907 arriving at Ellis Island New York 29/3o Mar 1907 He married Margaret Unknown they had a daughter Margaret born 1913 in Connecticut any info would be helpful
thank you

John GRATTAN of Montreal b. 1814 --> NY

KBredbeck — 2009-02-20 19:57:56Z

Searching for the origins of John GRATTAN, b. 1814 in Montreal and came to New York City with his sister at the age of 9. Would love to know who his sister was or what happened to their parents....

Simon, Andrew & Alvan Grattan

KarenDuff49 — 2008-01-08 22:48:26Z

Seeking information about my great grandfather Simon L Grattan (born 1833 in NY, died 1900 in Jesup, Iowa), his father Alvan (1809 NY-1884 Iowa)and uncle Andrew (born abt 1915).

"Mrs Edith Leggett"

KarenDuff49 — 2008-01-06 22:59:15Z

Found in old papers--an undated obituary clipping from unspecified Iowa newspaper "Jesup--Services for Mrs. Edith Leggett, 63 who died Friday at the Iowa Soldiers Home at Marshalltown, will be 2 pm Tuesday at the Parker Funeral Home; burial in the Cedar Crest Cemetery; survivors include one sister, Mrs. Alfred Wilson of Grinnell, and one brother, the Rev. Paul W Ludden of Silver Springs, Md." Records seem to point to Edith Ludden born June 24, 1906 in Iowa died March 1970 in Iowa and Paul William Ludden born September 4 1903 and died September 1990 in Iowa. I'm looking for connections to my grandmother Laura Grattan born Dec 5, 1867 and died Nov 1918 in Jesup, Iowa--married to S Fletcher(unknown), then Mathias Wickersheimer (1863 in Germany-died November 1917 in Jesup).

Re: Grattan

janicevowles — 2007-03-10 21:45:41Z

Bob

Just started looking for my Grattan ancestors. My grandmother was Mary Grattan (b. 1903 in Co Cork). Her father was a Thomas Grattan of Loughbrickland, Co Down born around 1867. I think his mother was scottish. I know he travelled to the USA in the early 20th century and met and married Ann(i)e Keane, seamstress of Co. Cork there but they came back to Cork for the birth of my grandmother, their only child. I understand they went back to the USA later and left the child in Ireland with her grandparents. They returned to live in Dunmanway, Co Cork where he died in about 1937. He was an Episcopalean and she a Catholic and this caused great consternation in the family. This is all I know. The only other thing my grandmother said was that the Grattans lived in Goodmayes? Road in Loughbrickland.

Could this be the same family you were looking for?

Peter Lynch Grattan m Regina Yarbrough 1942

JYarbrough42 — 2007-02-28 20:01:23Z

I am seeking information on the following family members.

Peter Lynch Grattan married on 4 Oct 1942 in El Paso TX to Regina Yarbrough. Dreming NM newspaper dated 9 Oct 1942 states that Mrs Charles Schaepf attended.

Birth:
Yarby Lee Grattan 30 Apr 1947 Female El Paso Peter Lynch Grattan Regina Louise Yarbrough.

They were divorced later.

1871 Death of Josephine GRATTAN (nee KELSEY) in California

danderup — 2006-11-19 15:36:16Z

looking for anyone...

jeordiewhyte — 2006-09-06 01:33:56Z

i am curious to my family past... but unfortunately i only know of the grattan's that live here in the dallas/ ft worth area of texas. that is my grandma, 2 aunts, and my dad. can anyone help me out? ~J

family names

jeordiewhyte — 2006-09-06 01:33:56Z

my grandparents are Jack and Gwen Grattan. they originally lived in minnesota but moved to texas in the early 1950's. they had a daughter Michelle, my dad Patrick John, and Maureen. Then my dad married Gayle (my mom) and they had me (Shelly Diana), John Paul Anson and Nathaniel Evan. Michelle had 2 sons and so did Maureen, making me the oldest grandchild and the only granddaughter. other than the afore mentioned people it seems that our branch of the family tree fell off into a void. no family other than these is known to me. if any of those names ring any bells to anyone it'd be greatly appreciated. thanks!

Re: Robert Grattan (Dublin, Ireland)

2006-07-09 22:29:02Z

Thanks for your reply. I will add the info to my other leads and update you when we are back. Although Robert Grattan is referenced, we have been searching for the immigrant, John C. Grattan's background with little luck. Still have public records to check here. Certainly found Grattan is not a Irish name, but more likely Welsh. Lucy Novak

Re: Robert Grattan (Dublin, Ireland)

2006-07-09 02:03:19Z

How exciting that you are there. I got your message and quickly reread my information concerning John Grattan. His grandson John Gamble wrote John Grattan was born in Ireland, left as a young man and went to Scotland, where he married a Scottish born wife. They then came to America with 2, maybe 3 children in tow. Oldest child, Catherine was born in Ireland @1751 and came to America age 8,narrowing the date of travel to 1758-9. Maybe John, Jr. and/or Elizabeth were born before the journey. Grandson says Grattan left Ireland after disagreement with the government, and owned and operated mills on both sides of the Atlantic. Maybe something to look at tax/business/property records.
Don't know if Grattans joined up with other Scots-Irish in Europe, or in Philadelphia, but adjoining area Augusta landowners with close ties in worship and later in marriage include Gamble and Poague.

Somewhere I got the story that there were a few Irish Grattan brothers- some settled in the North, some in Dublin. I know the Dublin branch included Robert aka ROBIN and JOHN, who were friends of Jonathan Swift, author and Dean of St Patrick's of Dublin. Swift left them both items in his will.

Best of luck, and please let me know what, if anything, you find. I would also like to touch base with you on your mother and her connection.
AMY GRATTAN

Re: Robert Grattan (Dublin, Ireland)

2006-07-07 13:33:16Z

I am in Belfast Ireland NOW, til July 11, trying to find the origin of John C. Grattan who immigrated to Philadelphia, then Augusta Co. Virginia. My mother is descended from him. We thought he was the brother from northern Ire. and Henry was from Dublin, but today I was able to find some record of Henry's family and he did not have a brother named John. So I am looking in local Presbyterian church records for his origin. Know he was married to Eliz. Brown and left Ireland about 1761 (not 1730s). Couldn't find his name in passenger lists from Philadelphia. At dead end sort of, but if you have any other info, please email me!
Thanks, Lucy Novak

Re: Grattan

jimgratton — 2006-07-04 18:33:49Z

In the birth register for Loughbrickland, book 1, entry 65, There is a Thomas Gratton born 22 July 1864 at Derrydrummuck whose father was Thomas Grattan and mother was Alice (nee McClorey).
This may give you a start on your search. Good luck.

Re: Derbyshire GRATTANs!

ClaireTapping23 — 2006-05-20 10:54:07Z

not sure if you're still there. My GGGG Grandmother was Alice Gratton (b. circa 1821) of Bonsall, Derbyshire. Her father was William Gratton. Is this the same one.

JAMES GRATTAN (b. 1831 SUTTON) married ANN PRITCHARD 1855 MANSFIELD, Nottinghamshire, England

2006-04-20 22:53:06Z

Researching the family of JAMES GRATTAN (b. 1831 Sutton) and ANN PRITCHARD (b. 1837 Mansfield) who were married in 1855 at Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England.

She was the daughter of ALEXANDER PRITCHARD and HARRIETT PHASEY.

Re: Gratton, Biddulph - Ireland

berholt — 2006-03-24 12:30:01Z

De courcy wheelers are living in Drummin House Carbury Kildare direct famy of Richard Grattan....you can contact me directle re . this if you wish

Re: Alexander Grattan - Mary Wilson

JoyceBrown816 — 2006-02-26 22:06:39Z

Hi...am researching Amherst Island, Ontario families who immigrated to Kansas along with mn y Glenn family. Interested in families who went, why they went, how they got there, and what it was like in 1870's. Any info appreciated. Thanks...

Grattan Family: Jack & Gwen Mpls to Dallas

@@patmoore@usfamily.net — 2006-02-17 00:46:41Z

June 20, 2003

Shelly,
I just came across your message. Jack & Gwen are my uncle and aunt [my marriage].

Please contact me at: patmoore@usfamily.net
We can talk. :)

Re: Obit, Josephine wife of Christopher N. GRATTAN, CA

2006-01-04 03:18:50Z

Anyone: Christopher GRATTAN was said to have been first married to my great great grandfather's sister, Janet Craig (b. 1822, Coldingham, SCT). I believe she came to California with him in 1849 and died after bearing three children, all of whom died. If anyone has early information on Christopher Grattan or Janet, I'd be pleased to hear it.
Thanks, Pat.

Gratton, Biddulph - Ireland

2005-08-13 15:40:09Z

Hi all, I'm keen to find some family of a Richard Gratton born abt 1760's in Drummin, co Kildare who married in Feb 1788 an Eliza Biddulph, probably of Rathrobin, Kings.
with thanks
Ali

Grattan

2006-02-14 19:50:16Z

Seeking information on Thomas Grattan and wife Alice McClory of County Down, Ireland. Lived and died near Banbridge with children David, Houston, Elizabeth,Matilda, Mary, James, Thomas, Sarah, William. Wife Alice was alive in 1902 from photo taken of her. Any information is appreciated.

Re: Obit, Josephine wife of Christopher N. GRATTAN, CA

2006-01-05 03:27:05Z

Thanks, Janet. I'll try to contact Barbara.

Surname list posting on this website

2003-12-31 16:42:48Z

Looking for person who posted to list linking the name Grattan with Westmeath, Englewood NJ and Pittsburgh, pa.
In particular, I am looking for a Patrick Grattan born 1872 with these references.

Re: Robert Grattan (Dublin, Ireland)

2003-06-23 04:24:04Z

Alice - Please contact me directly - I would like to exchange information with you. re Robert Grattan.

Our family has MANY Roberts, and several Frances, dating back to the early 1700's. The first Grattan in our line to come to America, JOHN GRATTAN, came through Philadelphia in the 1730's with a wife and at least 2 small children, John Jr. and Catherine, possibly a third. They traveled down the Valley Road and settled near Mt Crawford, Augusta County, Virginia along with many other Scotch-Irish families.

I have a book with city directory listings for Dublin in the 1700's which refers to a ROBERT GRATTAN. I beleive he is the same one referred to in Jonathan Swift's will ( Dean of St Patrick's Dublin, and the author) , as ROBIN GRATTAN. The same will also refers to a JOHN GRATTAN. I found a copy of the will in old family papers dating from the 1860's, and so I think that both the brothers John and Robert in the will are probably in our family line, but have no proof.

You are right about Henry Grattan not having a son to pass on the name directly. I have never been able to make a connection of our line to Henry Grattan other than a family explaination from the early 1800's that there were two Grattan brothers in Northern Ireland, in the area of Belfast. One brother stayed in the north, and his family line included Henry. The second brother moved to Dublin and we are said to be of that branch. Apparently, our John Grattan left Ireland where he operated mills, in over some disagreement with the government.He had an older relation (Uncle? Brother? Cousin?) named CHARLES who lived in Greenbrier County, what is now West Virginia. I had not heard of any other relations in the Americas.

Please contact me - I may have more specifics for you. I would be interested in information on FRANCES and the other siblings that you refered to - it may help me connect the Grattans in Ireland and America. THanks .
Amy Grattan

Derbyshire GRATTANs!

2003-06-12 16:12:53Z

Looking for any possible connections to the GRATTAN family in Derbyshire, England.

I have:
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GRATTAN, Francis
Born: Bonsall, Derbyshire, England
Mariner & Musician
REF: http://jrose.dynip.com/family/Database/Family_Detail.asp?Fam...
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Father:
GRATTAN, William
REF:
http://jrose.dynip.com/family/Database/Family_Detail.asp?Fam...

Please check the full details at above links.

Re: Updated John Greaton of England info...

rgrattan01 — 2003-08-25 11:46:52Z

Judy ---

It's not clear from your message whether you're trying to prove a connection between David Gratton and Jason Gratton or between Jason Gratton and his father. Which is it? I can help you with the latter.

David Gratton

rgrattan01 — 2003-08-25 11:46:52Z

Judy ---

Have you checked to see if there is a death certificate for David in the county where he died? Death certificates often have the names of the deceased individual's parents, although earlier death records are somewhat of a gamble in that respect.

David Gratton

rgrattan01 — 2003-08-25 11:46:52Z

David Gratton

rgrattan01 — 2003-08-25 11:46:52Z

Judy ---

Have you tried searching for a death certificate in the county where David died? Death records often have the names of the deceased individual's parents, although earlier death records are somewhat of a gamble in that respect.

grattan-roscommon

jpgrattan — 2005-04-25 02:06:23Z

In response to P. Moore's messages earlier this year -- and the person who responded 6/19/99:

my Grattan's are also from the area around Carrick on Shannon, on the Roscommon side of the River. My ancestor Peter (whom I call Peter II) was m. there and came here in 1837, and I was finally able to 'locate' his parents, having collected other roscommon grattan info in the process.

Timing wise, my Peter II is probably same generation as the father of your Owen -- perhaps then even an uncle of Owen.

Interestingly, I recall someone telling me, some years ago, of a Grattan who died at sea back in the 1800's. Could have been someone connected to Owen, even youraelf for all I can recall -- or it may have been someone in Ireland during my first vist there in the mid 80's. I will go back thru my notes to see if I find any reference.

I believe there is a direct tie between the Grattons/ans and Graltons of Counties Leitrim and Roscommon more on that later, and also on other people searching Roscommon Grattans.

But P. Moore, I will be happy to share any info I have that is useful to you.

Also, I am very interested in corresponding with the person who replied on 6/19, saying "my ancestors also came from roscommon...but settled in western NY state - Macedon ..." I have traced alsmost all of the Macedon Grattans/ons and am related to them all (with 1 or 2 possible exceptions). And so I am related to the person who wrote the 6/19 message.

Best wishes,

John Grattan
JGrattan@frontiernet.net

Re: NH, VT, and MN Grattan's: ie Owen Grattan, b: Roscommon

trinity3 — 2003-12-16 01:22:12Z

RE: Owen Grattan, born abt 1835 in Roscommon.

Owen Grattan is my g-grandfather and I posted information abt him and his family to rootsweb a couple years ago. I assume that's where you obtained his name. Perhaps not?

I have done extensive research on Owen and his family. He came immediately to MN after emmigrating from Ireland. Several older siblings were already in MN when Owen arrived with his mother in 1865.

I am very interested in learning why you believe there is a connection between Owen and the other 2 Grattans you mention [Peter and Abigail]. Please email me so we can discuss and share information.

Grattan/O'Donnell

jmac2327 — 2003-03-28 21:46:30Z

Looking for a connection of my O'Donnell relatives to the Grattan family. My ggf Andrew Ryan married Mary O'Donnell in Canada(New Brunswick) in 1855. They migrated to Oshkosh WI in 1882. Mary had a sister, Catherine O'Donnell, that lived with them for awhile. In an obit for Andrew and Mary's daughter it listed a P.H. Grattan as a relative, possibly married to Mary and Cathrine's sister. Mary and Catherine's parents are Joseph O'Donnell and Ellen Ryley. I have found Catherine buried with the Grattan's in Oshkosh. I'm trying to find who was married to a Grattan. Help please.

Re: Seeking descendants

jmac2327 — 2003-03-28 21:24:19Z

I have just found a Peter(d-2/1917 age of 90) and Judith(d-12/1913 age of 78) Grattan buried in Oshkosh WI. They are next to Nellie Grattan and Michael Grattan. Also with them is a Catherine O'Donnell. My ggf Andrew Ryan married Mary O'Donnell in Canada in 1855, migrated to Oshkosh in 1882. Mary and Catherine O'Donnell were sisters. In an obit of Mary and Andrew's daughter, P.H.Grattan was a relative. Could this be who you were looking for.

Re: Obit, Josephine wife of Christopher N. GRATTAN, CA

Fireskye1 — 2006-01-04 04:46:51Z

Don't know if this will be of any help, but saw this elsewhere....
Very old scrapbook dating to the 1800's about the history of Stockton. In it is a collection of various events happening in Stockton and the outlying areas and there are articles about particular names such as Bush, Dr. Grattan and Henry O. Southworth who was a mayor of Stockton in the 1800's. Barbara Southworth Beratta (bobarb11@ispwest.com )11 Jan 2003

Janet

Re: John Grattan of Augusta County, VA

Brenda_Dailey — 2004-11-08 21:27:57Z

Hi Amy, Have you found any information on John Grattan's
parents or his wife Elizabeth Brown's? I noticed that their
granddaughter Peachy had a middle name Ridgeway. The Ridgeways lived in Offaly where a great many of the Grattan's lived in the 17th-19th centuries. I wonder if there is a clue there.

Re: Grattan

wizabe1420 — 2005-03-19 04:29:48Z

I am researching my wife’s BENSON family from Watervliet, Albany County, NY, and I have traced them back to the original immigrants, John and Catherine BENSON, and several of their older children. In the 1850 census, Sarah BENSON, age 16, born NY, was living with her parents. Her father, John BENSON was not in the 1860 census and is probably the John BENSON, b. 1795-1800 in Ireland, d. 3 October 1850 in Albany County, NY, and is buried in St. Patrick’s Cemetery there. His tombstone also shows that he was from County Leitrum in Ireland as well. In 1860, I found Catherine BENSON living with the Patrick GRATTAN family, so I was working under the presumption that Sarah GRATTAN in 1860 was the same person as Sarah BENSON in the 1850 census but did not know for sure.

My wife is a descendant of Sarah’s older brother, John BENSON, b. abt. 1830 in Ireland, who married Jane McCOY. Their son, John F. BENSON, married Bridget WALSH, and lived at 2326 Broadway in Watervliet, where all of their children were born including my wife’s grandmother, Mary Ann (Benson) CARROLL RYAN, 1893-1996.

I was very excited to find your post, as I am very interested in learning more about my wife’s BENSON line. I am interested in corresponding with you and sharing information about the BENSON and related lines. You are the first person I have encountered who is descended from a different line of this same BENSON family.

Bailey Francis
Atlanta, GA

Leonard Grattan & Mary Hobbs of Illinois

dianastuck61 — 2005-01-14 03:00:16Z

Seeking info on children of Leonard Grattan (Greaton) and Mary Hobbs of Pike Co, Ill. Thanks Diana Stuck

Re: Grattan

dutchi90 — 2003-06-12 15:42:36Z

Hi Fred, my line is also supposed to be related to the famous Henry Grattan. As a matter of fact, my ggg grandfather's name was Henry Grattan. He immigrated to New Brunswick abt. 1824 and his brother Michael abt. 1826. Henry married Ann (Nancy) Dowling. If this is your line, please let me know. Would love to hear from you.

My name is Elaine, don't know why Jane is popping up on top. email me dutchi90@hotmail.com.

Seeking descendants

PhyllisOdonnell — 2003-07-29 03:41:09Z

Seeking information on and descendants of Peter Grattan and Judith O'Donnell, both born Barnaby River, New Brunswick, Canada. Known children: Mary Ann, Ellen Eliza and Michael. Family moved to Ontario ca 1870. Any information appreciated.

Re: Grattan/O'Donnell

PhyllisOdonnell — 2003-07-29 03:41:09Z

Have information for you relative to O'Donnell family of NB Ca. Please E-Mail me at above address. Will share information. Would also appreciate information about Catherine and descendants of Mary.

Thrilled to hear from you.

Re: Grattan/O'Donnell

PhyllisOdonnell — 2003-07-29 03:41:09Z

to Judy McCormick- our E-Mail is CatOtr@aol.com

Obit, Josephine wife of Christopher N. GRATTAN, CA

Fireskye11 — 2005-11-18 02:44:40Z

Re: Grattan -James, William

CADreamer — 2005-10-22 17:59:34Z

Do you have any info as to William or James birthdates, etc? I have much info if there is a connection. My g-ggrandather was born in Athlone, Westmeath Co Ireland in 1820. His father was probably Wm and mother Mary. My e-mail is lindawetzel@adelphia.net.

Re: GRATTAN

CADreamer — 2005-10-22 17:59:34Z

My g-g-grandfather, Robert Grattan b.June 10, 1820 was from Athlone, Westmeath Co., Ireland and some of his relatives did go to Austrailia. I would be happy to share what I have and see if there is a link if not a direct one some of what I have may help direct you to the areas you need.. I can be reached directly at lindawetzel@adelphia.net.

NH, VT, and MN Grattan's

maggielee_1 — 2003-12-15 00:48:10Z

Would like to establish the connection between Peter(born about 1800 in Ireland) and Abigail(born about 1815 in New Hampshire) Grattan, living in Lisbon, NH, and Owen Grattan, born about 1835 in Ireland, I believe in Roscommon.

Re: Henry

dgoodwin175 — 2003-09-03 02:33:12Z

Hi I am researching a link between Sir Henry Grattan and A Henry Grattan Norman or the Norman family. My ancestor Henry Grattan Norman had lived in Dublin -can you help me in any way -

Thomas Graton/Mary Dodge

smithvalley — 2003-03-16 18:38:28Z

Thomas Graton is my Great Great Uncle he was married to Mary Dodge. I would appreciate any information you may have about him and his wife Mary Dodge.

Thomas Graton

smithvalley — 2003-03-16 18:38:28Z

Wow!!! This is great. My ggg grandfather was William Sumner Graton who had two brothers Thomas and Austin. My father Henry Clay Graton son of Austin Sumner Graton passed away this year on July 4th,2000.
I would love to have any information you have.

Thomas Graton

smithvalley — 2003-03-16 18:38:28Z

Sarah Graton, waitress, age 21, Taylorville, IL

kathy3643 — 2004-01-10 22:49:15Z

Sarah Graton (sp?) gave birth to James Taylor who was born May 12, 1912 at St. Ann's Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was a Protestant girl who took the child when she left the institution on May 30, 1912.