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Books on the Keyes Family

StellaS77 — 2009-11-08 01:13:44Z

Greetings,

I just found a new online bookstore that gives away FREE SEARCHABLE CD-ROM with the purchase of any family history book, they have over 20,000 titles to choose from, I just tought that I will pass it along to you.

Their address is www.ancestralbooks.com

Books that I was able to find from their website for my research:

Key and Allied Families - by Lane, Janie W. H.
Statesboro, GA , 1931

A Brief Notice of the Late Thomas Keyes of West Boylston. Together with a Short Historical Account of his Descendants and Also of his Ancestry, with… - by n/a
Worcester, MA , 1857

Genealogy, Robert Keyes of Watertown, MA, 1633, Solomon Keyes of Newbury and Chelmsford, MA, 1653 and Their Descendants Also others of the Name - by Keyes, Asa
Brattleboro, VT , 1880

Solomon Keyes of Newbury and Chelmsford, MA And His Descendants, 1653-1880 - by Keyes, Asa
Brattleboro, VT , 1880

KEYES Eva Mae - Ohio

Lace_Lynch — 2009-09-09 23:12:07Z

Mrs. Eva Mae Keyes, 56, died Sunday at her home 516 Fulton street, (Zanesville, Ohio) following a nine months illness.
She was born in Bridgeport (Belmont, county, Ohio) but had been a resident of Zanesville since 1929.
Surviving are a son, Charles E. Young of 1113 1/2 Lee street; a sister, Mrs. Dorothy Smith of Rayland, Ohio; an aunt, Mrs. Malinda Day of Akron, Ohio and five grandchildren.
Private funeral services will be held at 1 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Baker Funeral home with Rev.
G. W. Morse officiating.
Burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. The body will remain at the funeral home.

The Zanesville Signal
September 27, 1948

Re: Keyes from County Laois

THERESE — 2009-08-20 17:32:06Z

I found your post on Roots and wanted to respond via email to you. My great grandmother was Bridget Keyes b. approximately 1854 in Ireland was the wife of Henry Powers. Bridget and Henry both came to New Jersey from Ireland. Where in Ireland we do not know. I did learn that Bridget Keyes had a brother John Keyes born approximately 1856. Church records indicate his father was John Keyes and Bridget Connors of Ireland. That is all I know at this time. Is it possible you may have info on a John Keyes with a wife Bridget Connors. I assume they remained in Ireland. My great grandmother Bridget first child was born in New Jersey in 1872. We do not know when she came to USA but census records of 1880 indicate she was from Ireland. I am so frustrated trying to glean any info about her. I do know she was a midwife and a dressmaker.

Kindest Regards,

celticpower41@gmail.com

Re: Keyes/Keays/Keas--Co. Limerick, Ireland

THERESE — 2009-08-20 17:14:41Z

Under separate email I send you information about my ggrandmother Bridget Keyes from Ireland. Daughter of John Keyes and Bridget Connors. Had a brother John Keyes who married a Bridget Enright, St. James Church, Newark, NJ. Would you know anything about my ggrandmother Bridget. Thanks for any help you can provide. Celticpower41@gmail.com

KEYES/CHEADLE in Missouri

venturaoma08 — 2009-08-18 02:42:06Z

My GGgrandparents were David B KEYES and Salome CHEADLE KEYES. I believe he died abt 1883 in Henry Co, MO and she died after 1900 in or around Aurora, MO. I cannot find any info on their deaths or burials. Would appreciate any help.

Re: Sarah Keyes

Suzannevf — 2009-08-13 20:00:52Z

This Sarah Keyes was Margaret Reed's mother. Margaret couldn't have died in 1846 becasue she survived the Donner Party with all four of her children. Her husband was the one who brought the rescuers to get them from Sacramento. They were the only family that didn't eat anyone. She was still alive in 1856 because her husband was writing to her in San Jose in June from Santa Cruz, CA where he was mining for gold.

Father of David Keyes (who married Ruby Adams)

kyesa — 2009-08-13 01:41:52Z

I'm looking for the father and any further ancestors of David Keyes/Kyes. Any dates would be helpful too. His children were, Ebenezer, Elihu G., Samuel, Asahel, Ashley, Leban, Ephraim, Russell, Alfred Harrison, & James C. I found on another message board a list of possible ancestors. They are: Cyprian Keys, Cyprian Deacon Keys, Thomas Keyes, Elias Keyes, Robert Keyes, John Key, & Peter Kaye (born in England 1559). Can anybody verify this? And does anybody have any dates?

Thank you!!!

Re: Eliza Keyes

jons8151944 — 2009-08-13 00:37:15Z

Have you discovered anything about the ancestry of Eliza Keyes. I am a descendant of Eliza and have nothing about her ancestry. Anything you have would help, especially her parents if you have them.

Thanks.

Jonathan Smith

Re: Eliza Keyes

jons8151944 — 2009-08-13 00:37:13Z

Re: Are you relatred?

kyesa — 2009-08-12 23:13:39Z

Do you know who David's parents are? I've finally gotten back that far but I can't seem to find anything further.
Here are my family trees if you would like to see them. I'm from James's line. He is my 4th great grandfather.

http://kyesa.tribalpages.com/tribe/browse?userid=kyesa&v...

http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/11673492/family/pedigree

Re: Celestia Shay Keyes, an "Alden Girl"

kyesa — 2009-08-12 23:04:51Z

Is this the same David Keyes that married Ruby Adams. If so I would like to exchange info with you. I'm looking for David's parents and anyone who came before that. You may e-mail me here, annmarie8251@yahoo.com

Here are my family trees if you would like to check them out:
http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/11673492/family/pedigree or search for "The Kyes/McCrumb Family Tree *"

http://kyesa.tribalpages.com/tribe/browse?userid=kyesa&v...

Thank you!

Re: Luther M. Keyes b. 1894 Mississippi

CarolDavisMahoney — 2009-08-07 05:32:34Z

You might want to search under the names "Reyes". A few of my ancestors have been miss labeled with this name. Also, I"m sure you've tried this, but Keyes is sometimes listed as Keys or Kees.

Good Luck!

Re: Keyes/Keays/Keas--Co. Limerick, Ireland

judithvestering15 — 2009-07-25 22:47:33Z

im tracing freda harvey keys her father john keys was illegitment son of a maid that worked for lord harveyidont know if his last name was harvey john keys wife i think sarah donohoe he was an orangeman in londonderry had 7 daughters all middle names wewr harvey the last child born was aboy he died my grandma was freda harvey keyson her wedding certificate at londonderry of derry one sister isabell keys went to new zealand

Jacob I. Keyes Philadelphia

ATCPAX — 2009-07-23 23:09:23Z

Looking for info on Jacob Keyes born around 1824 in Barbados. Wifes name is Emmaline and children are Brandon Lewis and Annie C F. All lived in Philadelphia between 1840 and 1900.

Re: Keyes, Robert R.

denguy — 2009-07-23 20:54:00Z

I'd certainly like to see that info. I am also a descendent of Robert Keyes--but which one is the key. (Pun intended.)

Re: Keyes, Robert R.

nwideman_1 — 2009-07-21 22:43:12Z

I'm from a Keyes branch (pronounced keys) in Ontario. I believe we trace our history back to Liverpool in late 1900s. Not a lot of info. My grandfather was Robert Thomas Keyes and married Margaret Maud. Had 7 children from 1927 on. Oldest was Thomas James Keyes. Robert Thomas Keyes died in about 1975 in Newfoundland.

John L. Keys in World War II

cribbswh777 — 2009-07-17 15:54:11Z

He was shown in a list of casualties as having been killed in action while fighting in the war with Nazi Germany. The list is at http://www.genealogybuff.com/misc/ww2_casualties_5.htm

Hope this helps.
Bill

Pittsfield/Dalton MA Keyes families

ttuftsy — 2009-07-17 01:33:19Z

seeking any info on living Keyes from Pittsfield MA area. My great Uncle's daughter Katherine S Tufts married Edwin Keyes and worked Delmont Tufts Unkament farm in Pittsfield. they had Clyde Katherine, Linda-kay, Delmont, and Barbara Jane 1930-1950. some stayed there and worked the farm, some may have moved to NH. I have pics which may be of farm and Tufts ancestors to share.

Re: Roger Keys

2001-07-19 23:32:09Z

Hi Lee, I think your right on this too. Samuel Jr. is our gr, gr, gr grandfather, and the family members are the same, you've talked about, at the same period, of time. We could tell for sure on their death certificate. This is Jenny and just wanted to say "Hi" and we appreciate all your help. Our web site is http://communities.msn.com/KeysKousins. Chat more soon!!

Charles D. KEYES killed in 1903 train wreck Alexandria VA

keyesperry — 2009-06-08 20:53:02Z

Charles was the son of George W. Keyes (born about 1848 in probably Prince William County, Virginia). Some records say KEYS, but the later records say KEYES. I would appreciate hearing from people researching this family.
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The Baltimore Sun
Baltimore, Maryland
12 June 1903 (page 10)
transcription by Laura Keyes Perry
FATAL WRECK IN VIRGINIA
C. D. Keyes, Of Alexandria, Killed And Three Others Injured.
[Special Dispatch to the Baltimore Sun]
ALEXANDRIA, VA., June 11 -- Charles D. Keyes was fatally injured and three others hurt in a head-on collision which occurred between a northbound work train on the Southern road near Ravensworth last night. The dead man was about 30 years old and was a railroad insurance agent. His hip was crushed, his arm and leg badly bruised, and he was otherwise injured. He died at the hospital here.
The others injured are:
NATHANIEL STANLAY, of Alexandria, brakeman, left leg severely cut.
A. B. JOHNSON, colored, Alexandria, fireman; cut about the face and bruised.
The collision occurred about 8 P M, between northbound local freight train No. 62 and a southbound work train at a point just 12 miles below Alexandria. The engines plowed into each other, the force of the shock wrecking several of the cars of the local freight and demolishing the few attached to the work engine. Both locomotives were overturned and several of the cars were derailed and demolished.
Young Keyes was found fastened to the ground with a portion of the wrecked engine on which he had ridden pressing against his right side. He was conscious and remained so for three hours, while efforts were being made to release him. But the trainmen were practically powerless until the wrecking train, which was made up here soon after the accident, reached the scene. Then it required a considerable time to remove the engine on account of the large mass of debris.
Officials state that the wreck was caused by the northbound train not stopping at Burke Station, where it had orders to pass the work train. It was late this morning before the track was cleared away and traffic resumed. In the meantime southbound trains were tied up here and northbound trains held below the wreck.
Mr. Keyes, who was fatally injured, was agent in this section for the Standard Life and Accident Insurance Company, and he traveled along the line of the Southern road in Virginia. He left Alexandria yesterday afternoon on No. 15, the passenger train for the Manassas branch, in company with his father, Mr. George W. Keyes, who is Inspector of engines on the Southern. The young man got off at Manassas and in the evening boarded the engine of No. 62 to return to Alexandria. He was riding in the cab when the collision occurred.

George Keyes, Illinois to Minnesota to Montana

Kazmer — 2009-05-26 22:39:19Z

Looking for info on my gr-uncle George KEYES, born May 1854 in Illinois to unknown KEYES and Julia MADDEN Keyes. Moved to Minnesota when mother remarried George McCUE. George KEYES moved to Montana and married Flora. George died June 2 1907 and is buried at Mayn Cemetery in White Sulphur Springs, Montana in Meagher County.

Re: Elias H. Keyes (b. 1824) of Indiana and Iowa connection to Mass family

WBROWN — 2008-04-20 23:08:27Z

I've got my Keyes family now, and they didn't settle very close to Cedar Rapids. You might get a reply from Dan Keyes, who I think had some connections there. You will need the names of at least your grandparent Keyes, and hopefully your great grandfather. Find them in the census of 1930 and see if you can trace them back to the 1850 census. If they are out of Connecticut (and the census gives the state of birth) you probably have hit the very old colonial family of Robert and Sarah Keyes, who settled in Watertown, MA about 1632 --- English born. They were previously in Chelmsford, MA, but couldn't have immigrated too much earlier. (Not on the Mayflower.)

Death of Mr. Charles Keyes in Brazil

davwayell — 2008-08-28 01:25:48Z

Anyone interested in a copy of the U.S. Department of State's "Report of the Death of an American Citizen" for Mr. Charles Keyes, please contact me so I can conduct research to locate the record. Mr. Keyes died in Brazil on May 2, 1935.

Dave Ellison
davwayell@aol.com

Seeking John M. Keyes - 208th Pennsylvania, Civil War

JoeNihen — 2009-07-03 17:39:51Z

I am seeking information about John M. Keyes who served as a private in the 208th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Company B (Civil War).

I am interested in any information about anyone who served in the 208th Pennsylvania.

Thanks,

Joe Nihen
morse73@ptd.net

Re: Hugh Keyes - Ireland

squdgie — 2009-01-24 05:10:26Z

hi im aislin and i was just looking at what you wrote!!!
my grandfather was john doyle and my grandmother was mary keyes
and the keyes are from feirns in co.wexford
i have family there aswell and iam trying to find them to see whom iam related too!if you have a family tree or some thing you could send it to me and see if we could be related? heres my email address s_qu_dgie@hotmail.com

hope to hear from you soon! never know we could be related its worth a shot!

Re: Are you relatred?

silkribbon — 2008-12-27 23:52:36Z

Hi Caroline, Your post is rather old but thought I'd answer you in the hope you are still here. I also have a connection to Ashley Kyes (married to Maria Shay). My g g grandmother was a sister of Charles Kyes. Her name was Arvilla. She was married twice -once to Fred Atcherson and then to my g g grandfather Henry Vandinburg. She had children by both. If you would like to share info, my e-mail is silkribbon@hotmail.com
Martha Nord

Keyes Family Of VA~WV John, Elizabeth, Humphrey, Joseph

HeatherWilloughby1 — 2009-04-28 17:06:58Z

Hi I am searching for anyone who might have any family information/photos for the family of John Keyes b 1819 d 1880 and Elizabeth Pine/Pyne Keyes. I am a decentent from Humphrey Benbever Keyes. I wanted to see if anyone had photos of the family they were willing share with me. If anyone has any additional info on Joseph Robert Keyes Id appreciate that also. I have joined the United Daughters of the Confederacy in his name. Was there any other Confederate or Union soldiers with in this Family? PLEASE HELP

Heather Melovinmychance@aol.com

Keyes County Limerick Ireland

margaretspearin — 2009-05-24 23:33:23Z

I am interested in anybody researching the Keyes family.Our Keyes family are from Limerick but many emigrated to US and Australia. my email is margaretspearin@eircom.net
thank you.

Margaret

Derek Keyes b 1938

wendyjay28 — 2009-04-21 19:23:58Z

Derek L M Keyes married Norma Sylvester(b 1941) in 1965 Ealing, London.
I believe they moved to australia, do not know when and where they went. any information would be great.

wendy

Re: Elias H. Keyes (b. 1824) of Indiana and Iowa connection to Mass family

bigmikebaby88 — 2008-04-20 17:28:02Z

Hey saw that you were looking for your ancestry. Don't know if this helps but my name is Michael Keyes. I was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. I now live in Indiana. Both my parents are from Indiana and then moved to Iowa. I am only 19 but some of the names I read struck a bell. Hopefully I can help.

Keyes Westfield NJ

nancyvnewman — 2009-06-24 06:38:00Z

Does anyone have a Keyes in their family, related to James Knox Polk? He had no children, so it would be an indirect link.

Alfred keyes born 1885

browneyes41a — 2009-01-25 18:34:18Z

looking for any ancestors to Alfred Keyes, born 1885 and married a Martha Ann Bush in Billericay in 1908. I know they had children one of them being my nan Dorothy Maud Keyes born 1914 she later became Hawkins.

John William Keyes - Bible

D_Nazelrod — 2008-11-15 18:48:11Z

I recently came into possession of an old Bible (Thomas Nelson & Sons, NY, no printing date)with the following information between the Testaments

Deaths
John William Keyes
Born 8/20/1850: Died 6/16/1932
In Memory of Father
John William Keyes
Born August 20th 1850
Died thur June 16th 1932
at Baltimore City Hospital
were held Sunday June 19th
at Stein Chapel Cumb MD

There appears to be no other entries or writing in this Bible

If this might be someone in your family and you would be interested in having this Bible, contact me and we can work something out.

Donnie Nazelrod

Re: Are you relatred?

jakenme_1 — 2008-05-30 02:19:06Z

My grandmother's sister,Hazel Marien Leach, married Martin H Keyes and they lived in Redondo Beach,CA. Children: Donald Francis & Jacqueline. Hazel was a teacher. My family has ties to Leach,Babb,Jenness in the early 1600's.
In later years my ggrandmother, Abbie Priscilla divorced a Leach and Married Benjamine Kent Carver sometime in early 1900's. I don't have dates of any of these marr or divorce.
Abbie was Bernice & Hazel mother.
Regards,
Pat in NV

Re: Are you relatred?

jakenme_1 — 2008-05-21 23:04:05Z

Greg,

I HAVE AN AUNT,HAZEL MARIN lEACH,WHO MARRIED Martin Harlford Keyes and they lived in Redondo Beach, CA and are in the 1920 census. Does this connect with your family?
Leach,Jenness,Babb all families of the Pilgrims. Some born in ME, NH, and some lived on the Islands of ME & NH as well

Thier children: Donald Francis & Jacqueline
Regards,
Pat in NV

Re: Looking for a book....

777Deb777 — 2008-10-25 18:14:05Z

Here is a link to the entire book. You can download a pdf file of it.
http://www.archive.org/details/genealogyrobertk00keye

Seeking information on Chldren of Orilla Keyes and Birdsey Miner

shusterrm — 2009-06-28 17:30:29Z

We are looking for any information available for children of this union:

Orilla Keyes,1817 - 1903,b: May 18, 1817 in Lyons, Wayne County, NY, d: March 09, 1903 in Lansing, MI

Birdsey Miner, 1810 - 1846b: Abt. 1810 in Jefferson Co., NY, d: May 08, 1846 in Coldwater MI

Re: Pictures of ADA E. (YOAST) KEYES WEDDING

grandma168 — 2008-09-22 01:39:53Z

Where did your YOAST live? This Ada was the daughter of Ray S. Yoast. She married Jack M. Keyes. Ray Yoast father was James M. Yoast - mother was Elizabeth Johnson. There is no mention in any of the papers I have of the name Whitcomb.

John Martin Keyes Bn 1864 Blair County Frankstown Pa

scottshar9200_1 — 2008-09-13 00:45:22Z

Looking for info on John Martin Keyes bn 1864

Blair county or Frankstown pennsylvania

thanks

KEYES Scotty Lee 1945-1967

t42Moore — 2008-10-23 22:37:32Z

KEYES Scotty Lee 1945-1967

I photographed this gravestone in the Moore Cemetery, Arlington,Tarrant Co., Texas. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records.

This is one of the 196,737 cemetery photos free at http://teafor2.com If you know more about this person please reply here.

Re: Elias H. Keyes (b. 1824) of Indiana and Iowa connection to Mass family

dankeyes_1 — 2008-04-20 23:56:54Z

Thanks, Mike. I've got my family pegged, but it's always fun to see how many Keyes Guys are running around out there. I used to think our name was peculiar and not widespread.

My great grandfather moved to Webster City to work on the Court House (since burned down). My grandfather was born there about 1878 and my dad in 1914. But my Dad moved to Minnesota about 1920. I currently live in Ohio.

Re: Elias H. Keyes (b. 1824) of Indiana and Iowa connection to Mass family

dankeyes_1 — 2008-04-20 23:49:47Z

I have my family all the way back to Robert and Sarah of Watertown. I found my dad's dad's dad's dad's dad (yike) in the 1790 census (Eli Keyes), and have been able to take it all the way back from there as well.

My Iowa connection was very limited. My great grandfather moved there briefly in about 1880, my grandafather was born there and so was my dad. All lived in Webster City.

Re: Pictures of ADA E. (YOAST) KEYES WEDDING

theresawhitcomb — 2008-09-22 00:13:02Z

I believe Ada Yoast is the daughter of a Whitcomb relative. She and Mr. Keyes had a daughter named Kathleen.Plese let me know if anyone identified in the photos has the last name of Whitcomb.
thanks, Theresa Whitcomb

Re: Pictures of ADA E. (YOAST) KEYES WEDDING

theresawhitcomb — 2008-09-22 01:50:48Z

This is not the same family, although the names are similar. Thanks anyway! Theresa

Re: Ethel Keyes m. Joseph Ribble

laara888 — 2009-07-02 06:07:28Z

I have just sent you information regarding an Ethel Keyes, please let me know if you received it? If not I will re-send. My e-mail is laara888@telus.net

Re: Keyes from County Laois

291035 — 2008-09-29 13:02:08Z

Hi,
My grandfather was named JOHN JOSEPH KEYES b.1857.
He married Mary Ann Elizabeth Cole, and then married
my grandmother Margaret Jane Cameron in 1898.
.
His father was JOHN KEYES b.1832 in IRELAND, he was a
naval officer, master-at-arms on training ship "WELLESLEY".
.
Has the above any connection what-so-ever with your relations ?
Best regards,
Victor.

Keys family history

suejohan — 2009-04-02 02:54:38Z

I am currently searching the families of James Keyes and his wife Ellen Robinson, they had a daughter Margaret Ann Keys born August 7, 1860 in Kincardine Bruce County, Ontario, she married George Higgins birth abt. 1853? of Fergus wellington County, Ontario. Maargaret and George Higgins had 3 daughters Helen/ Ellen, Jennie and Georgina. I am looking for information on any and all parts of this family/families, especially dates and places. I know that George Higgins parents were named James Higgins and Jane Perkins.

Re: Keyes in Ireland

suejohan — 2009-04-01 06:16:09Z

Hi was reading your entry regarding JAmes William Keyes and Ellen Robinson. My husbands family is related to them also. James and Ellen had a daughter; Margaret Ann Keyes born;Aug. 7, 1860, she married George Higgins in Kincardine, Ontario,on April 27, 1885 they had three daughters, Helen/Ellen, Jennie and Georgina.my husband is a Higgins and we have been tracing the family tree back.

Re: Robert Keyes, Watertown, MA, 1633

GMK2005 — 2009-05-24 00:37:44Z

I have a Perley KEYES he lived in Canada came in 1837, he was married to ann. had a son born in New York. Any help?
Gene

Mary Keys married Alphat D. Trump

Ancestryloyalist — 2009-03-25 22:01:12Z

Mary H. Keys married Alphat D. Trump 26 May 1840 per Clermon County, Ohio Marriage Records 1800-1850 page 220.