Old Matt came to America circa 1872. His Father Patrick Foy and Mother Mary Brennen. Lived with his sister Kate Foy Cochlin, in West Chester. He moved to Philadelphia and worked for PRT. Annie Forkan, Parents Michael Forkan and Bridget Kelly, came in 1897. They were married in Philly in 1900. They had 11 children. Nine of whom survived childhood. Including my Father Joseph P. Foy Sr. born 1908.
Place of migration
Migrated to/Born in USA
22 Aug 1872 Collagh, Swineford, Mayo, Ireland emmigrated to Philadelphia PA in 1892
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| Date of Birth | 22nd Aug 1872 | |
| Date of Death | 12th Jan 1954 | |
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Mjfoysr
Tuesday 23rd July 2024 06:34PM
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1830
May Day traditions across Ireland
1st May 1830
1820
First Ordnance Survey Maps of Ireland begins
1st Jan 1825