I have recently linked my American family to my Irish family in Kilcolgan. My question is to anyone who might be from the area:does anyone know of existing family in the area? I am hoping to meet family when I visit.
Michael Larkin and wife presumed name Mary Cantwell. Both born between 1795-1800. 3 known children, John b.Mar 1828, Michael b possibly 1832, and Thomas born about 1835. All in Kilcolgan/Ferbane area.
John went to Australia. Michael went to America. Thomas remained in Kilcolgan.
Thomas married Bridget Cleary. Children:Michael 1879-1952. Thomas 1866-1922. Catherine 1887-?
Michael married Catherine Curley in 1910 and had several children:Bridget 1911, Rosanne 1912, Thomas 1913, Michael 1914, Kathleen 1916, Margaret 1917, Mary 1918-1973, and Martin 1919. My uncle travelled to Ferbane in 1988 and met Kathleen and Martin who lived at the family farm.
Ia anyone knows of living relatives from this last list of children please let me know. I would so like to meet them. Thank you in advance.
Regards,
Terrilyn
Tltreasures
Thursday 20th Jun 2024, 04:14AMMessage Board Replies
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A Michael Larken was born in 1830 to Michael Larken and CATHERINE Cantwell.
Name: Michael Larken
Birth: 00-May-1830
Baptism:
Address: Not_given
Parish/District: Ferbane
County Co. Offaly
Father:Michael Larken
Mother:Catherine Cantwell
Patricia
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Hello Terrilyn,
Have you tried contacting the local historical society in Kilcolgan? They often have extensive records and might be able to connect you with living relatives or people who know the family history well.
gtermsig