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Thomas Lacy1

M, #123760
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 15 March 2026 17:53:08
BirthThomas Lacy was born, in Clarendon, Charlotte County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.
MarriageHe married Paulina Blither.1

Child with Paulina Blither

DaughterAnnie Olivia Lacy+ b. 8 January 1875, d. 28 December 1966

Citations

  1. [S20751] Death Registration, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick

Paulina Blither1

F, #123761
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 15 March 2026 17:53:34
BirthPaulina Blither was born, in New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
MarriageShe married Thomas Lacy.1

Child with Thomas Lacy

DaughterAnnie Olivia Lacy+ b. 8 January 1875, d. 28 December 1966

Citations

  1. [S20751] Death Registration, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick

Allen Thomas Palmer1

M, #123762, b. 24 January 1881, d. 5 June 1971
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherElisha Palmer b. 14 April 1853, d. 30 March 1940
MotherMary Elizabeth Crouse b. About 1858
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 3 August 2026 16:44:06
SonAllen Thomas Palmer was enumerated on the census in 1881 in the household of Elisha Palmer, as a son, in Wilmot, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Elisha (age 27) were his wife Lizzie Crouse (age 23) and their son Allen (age 3 months). Elisha was a farmer. 'Dutch' was recorded as the origin for Elisha and his son. No religion was declared for the family members.2
BirthAllen Thomas Palmer was born on 24 January 1881, in Charleston, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
SonHe was enumerated on the census in 1891 in the household of Elisha Palmer, as a son, in Wilmot, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Elisha (age 36) were his wife Lizzie Crouse (age 33) and their children Thomas Allen (age 10), Sandra (age 8) and Maplet (age 6). Elisha was a farmer labourer. The family religion was F.C. Baptist.3
SonAllen Thomas Palmer was enumerated on the census in 1901 in the household of Elisha Palmer, as a son, in Wilmot, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Elisha (age 44) were his wife Lizzie Crouse (age 46) and their children Thomas Allen (age 20), Sandra (age 19) and Maplet (age 17). Elisha was a farmer, Allen was a farmer's son. The family religion was F. Baptist.4
SonAllen Thomas Palmer was enumerated on the census in 1911 in the household of Elisha Palmer, as a son, in Wakefield, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Elisha (age 50) were his wife Elizabeth Crouse (age 45) and their children Albert/Allen (age 30) and Maplet (age 25). Elisha was a farmer, own farm. The family religion was Baptist.5
MarriageAllen Thomas Palmer married Ora Belle Hamilton, daughter of William Hamilton and Maggie. on 28 June 1911, They were married by license. Allen was 30 years old, a bachelor, farmer, Protestant, living in Rosedale. Ora was 22 years old, a spinster, Protestant, also living in Rosedale.6,1
SonAllen Thomas Palmer was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1921 in the household of Elisha Palmer, as a son, in Rosedale, Wakefield Parish, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household with Elisha (age 67) were his wife Elizabeth Crouse (age 63), their son Allen (age 40), his wife Ora Hamilton (age 28) and their children Harold (age 4) and Geraldine (age 1). Elisha was a farmer, own farm. Allen was a farmer on his father's farm. The family religion was Baptist.7
CensusAllen Thomas Palmer appeared on the census in 1931 as Head of Household in Wakefield, Wakefield Parish, Victoria-Carleton, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Allen Palmer (age 50) were his wife Ora Hamilton (age 42) and their children Harold (age 14), Geraldine (age 10), Donald (age 9) and Arden (age 6). Allen was a labourer in the road building industry. The family religion was Baptist. Allen never attended school.8
DeathHe died on 5 June 1971 in Carleton Memorial Hospital, Woodstock, Carleton County, New BrunswickG. The informant for his Registration of Death was his wife Ora.1
BurialHe was buried on 8 June 1971 in Wakefield Community Cemetery, Wakefield, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1

Partner with Ora Belle Hamilton b. 1889

Citations

  1. [S20755] Death Registration, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick
  2. [S21263] 1881 Census of Canada, Wilmot, Carleton, New Brunswick
  3. [S21264] 1891 Census of Canada, Wilmot, Carleton, New Brunswick, Canada
  4. [S21265] 1901 Census of Canada, Wilmot, Carleton, New Brunswick
  5. [S21266] 1911 Census of Canada, 16 - Wakefield Parish, Victoria Village, Carleton, New Brunswick
  6. [S20756] Marriage Registration
  7. [S20757] 1921 Census of Canada, Wakefield Parish, Victoria and Carleton, New Brunswick
  8. [S20758] 1931 Census of Canada, Victoria-Carleton, New Brunswick, Canada

Ora Belle Hamilton1,2

F, #123763, b. 1889
Pedigree Link

Parents

RelationshipsPartner of Allen Thomas Palmer (3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 17 March 2026 11:10:34
BirthOra Belle Hamilton was born in 1889, in Rosedale, Wakefield Parish, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2
MarriageShe married Allen Thomas Palmer, son of Elisha Palmer and Mary Elizabeth Crouse. on 28 June 1911, They were married by license. Allen was 30 years old, a bachelor, farmer, Protestant, living in Rosedale. Ora was 22 years old, a spinster, Protestant, also living in Rosedale.2,1
daughter-in-lawOra Belle Hamilton was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1921 in the household of Elisha Palmer, as a daughter-in-law, in Rosedale, Wakefield Parish, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3
WifeShe was enumerated on the census in 1931 in the household of Allen Thomas Palmer, as his wife, in Wakefield, Wakefield Parish, Victoria-Carleton, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Enumerated in the household of Allen Palmer (age 50) were his wife Ora Hamilton (age 42) and their children Harold (age 14), Geraldine (age 10), Donald (age 9) and Arden (age 6). Allen was a labourer in the road building industry. The family religion was Baptist. Allen never attended school.4
Informant - DeathShe was the informant for the Death Registration of Allen Thomas Palmer, who died on 5 June 1971 in Carleton Memorial Hospital, Woodstock, Carleton County, New BrunswickG.1

Partner with Allen Thomas Palmer b. 24 January 1881, d. 5 June 1971

Citations

  1. [S20755] Death Registration, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick
  2. [S20756] Marriage Registration
  3. [S20757] 1921 Census of Canada, Wakefield Parish, Victoria and Carleton, New Brunswick
  4. [S20758] 1931 Census of Canada, Victoria-Carleton, New Brunswick, Canada

William Hamilton1

M, #123764
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 17 March 2026 11:08:20
MarriageWilliam Hamilton married Maggie.1

Child with Maggie

DaughterOra Belle Hamilton b. 1889

Citations

  1. [S20756] Marriage Registration

Maggie1

F, #123765
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 17 March 2026 11:08:28
MarriageMaggie married William Hamilton.1

Child with William Hamilton

DaughterOra Belle Hamilton b. 1889

Citations

  1. [S20756] Marriage Registration

John Alexander Porter1,2

M, #123770, b. 16 December 1863, d. 25 June 1920
Pedigree Link

Parents

RelationshipsPartner of Charlotte M. Palmer (2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 18 March 2026 16:51:56
BirthJohn Alexander Porter was born on 16 December 1863, in Williamstown, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3,2
MarriageHe married Charlotte M. Palmer, daughter of Leonard Palmer and Pheobe Culbertson. on 26 January 1898, They were married by license. John was 36 years old, a bachelor, farmer, living in Williamstown, Carletown County, New Brunswick. Charlotte was 29 years old, a spinster, F.C. Baptist, also living in Williamstown.3
CensusJohn Alexander Porter appeared on the census on 1 June 1901 as Head of Household Enumerated in the household with John (age 38) were his wife Charlotte Palmer (age 31, their daughter Lena (age 9 months) and Charlotte's mother Phoebe (age 76). John was a farmer. John was Methodist, all others were Free Baptist.
DeathHe died on 25 June 1920 in Centreville, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. Charlotte was declared to be widowed on her Death Registration.2,1
BurialHe was buried on 27 June 1920 in Williamstown, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2

Child with Charlotte M. Palmer b. 14 June 1867, d. 31 March 1933

DaughterLena Ruth Porter+ b. 17 June 1900, d. August 1975

Citations

  1. [S20763] New Brunswick, Canada, Deaths, 1888-1938
  2. [S20766] New Brunswick, Canada, Deaths, 1888-1938
  3. [S20764] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950, Marriage Registration

John A. Porter1,2

M, #123771
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 18 March 2026 16:42:43
BirthJohn A. Porter was born, in IrelandG.2
MarriageHe married Martha Mills.1

Child with Martha Mills

SonJohn Alexander Porter+ b. 16 December 1863, d. 25 June 1920

Citations

  1. [S20764] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950, Marriage Registration
  2. [S20766] New Brunswick, Canada, Deaths, 1888-1938

Martha Mills1,2

F, #123772
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 18 March 2026 16:42:31
BirthMartha Mills was born, in IrelandG.2
MarriageShe married John A. Porter.1

Child with John A. Porter

SonJohn Alexander Porter+ b. 16 December 1863, d. 25 June 1920

Citations

  1. [S20764] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950, Marriage Registration
  2. [S20766] New Brunswick, Canada, Deaths, 1888-1938

Lena Ruth Porter1,2

F, #123773, b. 17 June 1900, d. August 1975
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherJohn Alexander Porter b. 16 December 1863, d. 25 June 1920
MotherCharlotte M. Palmer b. 14 June 1867, d. 31 March 1933
Relationships3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 19 March 2026 18:20:13
BirthLena Ruth Porter was born on 17 June 1900, in Williamstown, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.2,1
DaughterShe was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1901 in the household of John Alexander Porter, as a daughter, Enumerated in the household with John (age 38) were his wife Charlotte Palmer (age 31, their daughter Lena (age 9 months) and Charlotte's mother Phoebe (age 76). John was a farmer. John was Methodist, all others were Free Baptist.
MarriageShe married Harry Francis Lifford, son of James W. Lifford and Catherine Toner. on 4 June 1924, in Woodstock, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. They were married by license #2336. Harry was 26 years old, a bachelor, miller, Baptist, living in Lakeville, Carleton County, New Brunswick. Lena was 24 years old, a spinster, housekeeper, Methodist, living in Williamstown, New Brunswick.3
Border CrossingLena Ruth Porter crossed the border on 10 July 1950 at in Houlton, Maine, USAG.4
LivingShe was living in Woodstock, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG, in 1969.5
DeathShe died in August 1975 in Maine, USAG.6

Child with Harry Francis Lifford b. 12 September 1897, d. About 10 July 1966

DaughterHelen Audrey Lifford+ b. About 1925, d. 1969

Citations

  1. [S20765] 1901 Census of Canada, Wilmot, Carleton, Province]
  2. [S20767] Late Registration of Birth
  3. [S20768] Official Notice of Marriage
  4. [S20774] U.S., Border Crossings from Canada to U.S., 1895-1960, Lena Ruth Lifford
  5. [S20776] Newspapers.com
  6. [S20775] U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014

Harry Francis Lifford1

M, #123774, b. 12 September 1897, d. About 10 July 1966
Pedigree Link

Parents

RelationshipsPartner of Lena Ruth Porter (3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 19 March 2026 17:48:43
BirthHarry Francis Lifford was born on 12 September 1897, in Lakeville, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1,2
MarriageHe married Lena Ruth Porter, daughter of John Alexander Porter and Charlotte M. Palmer. on 4 June 1924, in Woodstock, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG. They were married by license #2336. Harry was 26 years old, a bachelor, miller, Baptist, living in Lakeville, Carleton County, New Brunswick. Lena was 24 years old, a spinster, housekeeper, Methodist, living in Williamstown, New Brunswick.1
DeathHarry Francis Lifford died About 10 July 1966 at home in Saint John, Saint John County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3

Child with Lena Ruth Porter b. 17 June 1900, d. August 1975

DaughterHelen Audrey Lifford+ b. About 1925, d. 1969

Citations

  1. [S20768] Official Notice of Marriage
  2. [S20769] Canada, World War I CEF Attestation Papers, 1914-1918, Library and Archives Canada; Ottawa, Canada; Soldiers of the First World War (1914-1918)
  3. [S20770] Newspapers.com

James W. Lifford1,2

M, #123775
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 18 March 2026 18:30:24
BirthJames W. Lifford was born, in EnglandG.1
MarriageHe married Catherine Toner.1

Child with Catherine Toner

SonHarry Francis Lifford+ b. 12 September 1897, d. About 10 July 1966

Citations

  1. [S20768] Official Notice of Marriage
  2. [S20769] Canada, World War I CEF Attestation Papers, 1914-1918, Library and Archives Canada; Ottawa, Canada; Soldiers of the First World War (1914-1918)

Catherine Toner1

F, #123776
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 18 March 2026 17:51:45
MarriageCatherine Toner married James W. Lifford.1

Child with James W. Lifford

SonHarry Francis Lifford+ b. 12 September 1897, d. About 10 July 1966

Citations

  1. [S20768] Official Notice of Marriage

Helen Audrey Lifford1

F, #123777, b. About 1925, d. 1969
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherHarry Francis Lifford b. 12 September 1897, d. About 10 July 1966
MotherLena Ruth Porter b. 17 June 1900, d. August 1975
Relationships4th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 19 March 2026 18:22:09
BirthHelen Audrey Lifford was born About 1925, in CanadaG.1,2
MarriageShe married Maurice Arnold Horten, son of Beecher Leland Horten and Gladys Milberry. on 5 March 1945, in Woodstock, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
WifeHelen Audrey Lifford was enumerated on the census on 2 April 1950 in the household of Maurice Arnold Horten, as his wife, in Houlton, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Enumerated in the household of Maurice (age 25) were his wife Helen (age 25) and their daughter Judith (age c. 7 months). Maurice was the proprietor of a construction company.2
DeathShe died in 1969.3,4

Child with Maurice Arnold Horten b. 25 May 1925, d. 9 October 1988

SonRodney Horten d. 1978

Citations

  1. [S20771] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950, Marriage Registration
  2. [S20773] 1950 United States Federal Census, Houlton, Aroostook, Maine, USA
  3. [S20772] Newspapers.com
  4. [S20776] Newspapers.com

Maurice Arnold Horten1

M, #123778, b. 25 May 1925, d. 9 October 1988
Pedigree Link

Parents

RelationshipsPartner of Helen Audrey Lifford (4th cousin of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 19 March 2026 18:21:12
NameMaurice Arnold Horten was also known as Maurice Harten.2
BirthHe was born on 25 May 1925, in Lakeville, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1,3,2
MarriageHe married first Helen Audrey Lifford daughter of Harry Francis Lifford and Lena Ruth Porter, on 5 March 1945 in Woodstock, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
CensusMaurice Arnold Horten appeared on the census on 2 April 1950 as Head of Household in Houlton, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Enumerated in the household of Maurice (age 25) were his wife Helen (age 25) and their daughter Judith (age c. 7 months). Maurice was the proprietor of a construction company.4
LivingHe was living in Bangor, Maine, USAG, in 1969.2
DeathHe died on 9 October 1988 in Bangor hospital, Bangor, Maine, USAG.3
BurialHe was buried in Church Hill Cemetery, Addison, Maine, USAG.3

Child with Helen Audrey Lifford b. About 1925, d. 1969

SonRodney Horten d. 1978

Citations

  1. [S20771] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950, Marriage Registration
  2. [S20776] Newspapers.com
  3. [S20772] Newspapers.com
  4. [S20773] 1950 United States Federal Census, Houlton, Aroostook, Maine, USA

Beecher Leland Horten1

M, #123779
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 19 March 2026 17:11:43
MarriageBeecher Leland Horten married Gladys Milberry.1

Child with Gladys Milberry

SonMaurice Arnold Horten+ b. 25 May 1925, d. 9 October 1988

Citations

  1. [S20771] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950, Marriage Registration

Gladys Milberry1

F, #123780
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 18 March 2026 18:52:34
MarriageGladys Milberry married Beecher Leland Horten.1

Child with Beecher Leland Horten

SonMaurice Arnold Horten+ b. 25 May 1925, d. 9 October 1988

Citations

  1. [S20771] New Brunswick, Canada, Marriages, 1789-1950, Marriage Registration

Rodney Horten1

M, #123781, d. 1978
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherMaurice Arnold Horten b. 25 May 1925, d. 9 October 1988
MotherHelen Audrey Lifford b. About 1925, d. 1969
Relationships4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 19 March 2026 18:22:33
LivingRodney Horten was living in Bangor, Maine, USAG, in 1969.2
DeathHe died in 1978.1

Citations

  1. [S20772] Newspapers.com
  2. [S20776] Newspapers.com

Thomas G. Durgan1

M, #123785, b. 15 September 1824, d. 12 July 1904
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherThomas Durgan, Esq. b. 1794, d. 5 March 1882
MotherCatherine Gerow b. 1797, d. 24 June 1870
Relationships2nd great-uncle of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 16 October 2026 15:26:11
NameThomas G. Durgan was also known as Thomas G. Durgin.2,3
OccupationHe was.4,3,1

BirthHe was born on 15 September 1824, in Saint John, Saint John County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.1
MarriageHe married Frances Elizabeth Van Wert, daughter of Isaac Van Wert, Jr., and Sarah Clarke. in 1849.5,2
CensusThomas G. Durgan appeared on the census on 10 July 1860 as Head of Household in Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Enumerated in the household of Thomas (age 34) were his inferred wife Frances (age 31)m and their inferred children Catherine E. (age 10), Isaac B. (age 6), Frances Letitia (age 4) and Theodore H. (age 2). Thomas was a farmer. His real estate value was recorded as $1100. His personal estate value was recorded as $500.4
CensusHe appeared on the census on 17 July 1870 as Head of Household in Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Enumerated in the household of Thomas (age 45) were his inferred wife Frances (age 42)m and their inferred children Catherine E. (age 20), Isaac B. (age 16), Frances L. (age 14), Theodore H. (age 12), Norman J. (age 9), Aldred W. (age 6), Sheloa S. (age 4) and Rosalie (age 9 months). Thomas was a farmer. His real estate value was recorded as $300. His personal estate value was recorded as $150.3
DeathHe died on 12 July 1904 in Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Thomas was a widower when he died. Cause of death was "old age."1
BurialHe was buried in Smith Cemetery, Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.2

Children with Frances Elizabeth Van Wert b. 9 April 1828, d. 3 August 1903

DaughterCatherine E. Durgan b. About 1850
SonIsaac B. Durgan b. About 1854
DaughterFrances Letitia Durgan b. About 1856
SonTheodore H. Durgan b. About 1858
SonNorman J. Durgan b. About 1861
SonAlfred W. Durgan b. About 1864
DaughterSheloa S. Durgan b. About 1866
DaughterRosalie Durgan b. About November 1869

Citations

  1. [S20783] Maine, U.S., Death Records, 1761-1922, Source.Part1], Cultural Building, 84 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0084, Source.Part3], Roll Number 17
  2. [S20785] Find a Grave, Thomas G Durgin
  3. [S21483] 1870 United States Federal Census
  4. [S21484] 1860 United States Federal Census, Bridgewater, Aroostook, Maine
  5. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Margaret A. Durgan1,2

F, #123786, b. 1 September 1828, d. 7 November 1887
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherThomas Durgan, Esq. b. 1794, d. 5 March 1882
MotherCatherine Gerow b. 1797, d. 24 June 1870
Relationships2nd great-aunt of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 25 March 2026 12:20:54
Note.1
BirthMargaret A. Durgan was born on 1 September 1828, in Hampstead, Queens County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3
MarriageShe married John Edward Smith, in 1848.3
DeathShe died on 7 November 1887 in Upper Woodstock, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3
BurialShe was buried in Upper Woodstock Cemetery, Upper Woodstock, Carleton County, New Brunswick, CanadaG.3

Children with John Edward Smith b. 3 September 1818, d. 12 May 1902

DaughterCharlotte Smith
SonThomas E. Smith b. 23 February 1853, d. 29 April 1933
DaughterSheloa Smith b. 10 July 1860
DaughterElizabeth Smith+ b. 3 January 1863, d. 6 June 1960
SonErnest A. Smith b. About 1865, d. 9 October 1925
SonWilliam Smith b. About 1870

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.
  2. [S20785] Find a Grave, Thomas G Durgin
  3. [S20786] Find a Grave, Margaret A. Smith

Charlotte Durgan1

F, #123787
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherThomas Durgan, Esq. b. 1794, d. 5 March 1882
MotherCatherine Gerow b. 1797, d. 24 June 1870
Relationships2nd great-aunt of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 24 March 2026 16:48:07
Note.1

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Frances Elizabeth Van Wert1

F, #123788, b. 9 April 1828, d. 3 August 1903
Pedigree Link

Parents

RelationshipsPartner of Thomas G. Durgan (2nd great-uncle of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 16 October 2026 11:51:36
NameFrances Elizabeth Van Wert was also known as Frances Van Wart.2
BirthShe was born on 9 April 1828, in New BrunswickG.2,3
MarriageShe married Thomas G. Durgan, son of Thomas Durgan, Esq., and Catherine Gerow. in 1849.1,2
WifeFrances Elizabeth Van Wert was enumerated on the census on 10 July 1860 in the household of Thomas G. Durgan, as his wife, in Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Enumerated in the household of Thomas (age 34) were his inferred wife Frances (age 31)m and their inferred children Catherine E. (age 10), Isaac B. (age 6), Frances Letitia (age 4) and Theodore H. (age 2). Thomas was a farmer. His real estate value was recorded as $1100. His personal estate value was recorded as $500.4
WifeShe was enumerated on the census on 17 July 1870 in the household of Thomas G. Durgan, as his wife, in Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG. Enumerated in the household of Thomas (age 45) were his inferred wife Frances (age 42)m and their inferred children Catherine E. (age 20), Isaac B. (age 16), Frances L. (age 14), Theodore H. (age 12), Norman J. (age 9), Aldred W. (age 6), Sheloa S. (age 4) and Rosalie (age 9 months). Thomas was a farmer. His real estate value was recorded as $300. His personal estate value was recorded as $150.3
DeathShe died on 3 August 1903.2
InterredShe was buried in the plot of Thomas G. Durgan, in Smith Cemetery, Bridgewater, Aroostook County, Maine, USAG.2

Children with Thomas G. Durgan b. 15 September 1824, d. 12 July 1904

DaughterCatherine E. Durgan b. About 1850
SonIsaac B. Durgan b. About 1854
DaughterFrances Letitia Durgan b. About 1856
SonTheodore H. Durgan b. About 1858
SonNorman J. Durgan b. About 1861
SonAlfred W. Durgan b. About 1864
DaughterSheloa S. Durgan b. About 1866
DaughterRosalie Durgan b. About November 1869

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.
  2. [S20785] Find a Grave, Thomas G Durgin
  3. [S21483] 1870 United States Federal Census
  4. [S21484] 1860 United States Federal Census, Bridgewater, Aroostook, Maine

Isaac Van Wert, Jr.1

M, #123789
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 24 March 2026 16:52:15
MarriageIsaac Van Wert, Jr., married Sarah Clarke.1

Child with Sarah Clarke

DaughterFrances Elizabeth Van Wert+ b. 9 April 1828, d. 3 August 1903

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Sarah Clarke1

F, #123790
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 24 March 2026 16:51:41
MarriageSarah Clarke married Isaac Van Wert, Jr..1

Child with Isaac Van Wert, Jr.

DaughterFrances Elizabeth Van Wert+ b. 9 April 1828, d. 3 August 1903

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Andrew Watson1

M, #123791, d. 20 June 1885
Pedigree Link

Parents

RelationshipsPartner of Mary Gerow (3rd great-aunt of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 24 March 2026 17:43:21
BirthAndrew Watson was born.1
BaptismHe was baptized on 18 August 1793.1
MarriageHe married Mary Gerow, daughter of James Gerow and Sarah Coombs. on 7 April 1812.
DeathAndrew Watson died on 20 June 1885.1

Children with Mary Gerow b. 24 August 1792, d. 26 June 1877

SonWilliam Watson
DaughterIsabel Watson
DaughterKatie Watson
SonJohn Robertson Watson
DaughterElizabeth Watson
DaughterMargaret Watson
DaughterMaria Matilla Watson
SonMalcolm Watson
DaughterLouisa Jane Watson
DaughterAnn Taylor Watson b. 1814

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

John Watson, Sr.1

M, #123792
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 24 March 2026 17:42:31
MarriageJohn Watson, Sr., married Anne Taylor.1

Child with Anne Taylor

SonAndrew Watson+ d. 20 June 1885

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Anne Taylor1

F, #123793
Pedigree Link
Last Edited 24 March 2026 17:42:43
MarriageAnne Taylor married John Watson, Sr..1

Child with John Watson, Sr.

SonAndrew Watson+ d. 20 June 1885

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

William Watson1

M, #123794
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherAndrew Watson d. 20 June 1885
MotherMary Gerow b. 24 August 1792, d. 26 June 1877
Relationships1st cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 24 March 2026 17:43:54

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Ann Taylor Watson1

F, #123796, b. 1814
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherAndrew Watson d. 20 June 1885
MotherMary Gerow b. 24 August 1792, d. 26 June 1877
Relationships1st cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited 24 March 2026 17:45:15
BirthAnn Taylor Watson was born in 1814.1

Partner with Jonathan MacDougal

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Jonathan MacDougal1

M, #123797
Pedigree Link
RelationshipsPartner of Ann Taylor Watson (1st cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker)
Last Edited 24 March 2026 17:45:09

Partner with Ann Taylor Watson b. 1814

Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Isabel Watson1

F, #123798
Pedigree Link

Parents

FatherAndrew Watson d. 20 June 1885
MotherMary Gerow b. 24 August 1792, d. 26 June 1877
Relationships1st cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.

Katie Watson1

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Parents

FatherAndrew Watson d. 20 June 1885
MotherMary Gerow b. 24 August 1792, d. 26 June 1877
Relationships1st cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
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Citations

  1. [S20784] The Giraud-Gerow Family in America, 3 vols.