Re: Bridget Meehan married to Miles McDonnell
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In reply to:
Bridget Meehan married to Miles McDonnell
Charmaine Burton 11/18/01
My great grandfather was Thomas Patrick Meehan m. Anne.He had many children in Sligo, Ireland.I found
(Garryduff) Thomas Patrick m Anne1901 Templeboy, Sligo, Ireland
Thomas Patrick came to America, yet shortly returned because he missed his family.
children:William J- blacksmith-my grandfather-the youngest of the family. He married Anne Maloney.William, also played drums for Uncle Eddie in his band.Settled in Long Island.Moved to West Palm Beach, Florida in retirement.Died in a car accident on New Year's eve around 1953-54.
notes:Edward-came to America and was a famous fiddler, played accordian and flute in the Rosaleen Orch with John Mckenna.44. EDWARD MEEHAN, JOHN McKENNA & LARRY REDICAN (ROSALEEN QUARTET) (2 flutes & fiddle), De 12120: Newport Lass Jigs/Maid Behind the Bar Reel E- 1 bad spot B tix, sol B [great record, mb $20] 45. EDWARD MEEHAN’S ROSALEEN ORCH. (accordion, fiddle, whistle) , Vo 84167: Honeymoon Hornpipes/Scotsman Over the Border Jigs EE- needs wash [another great one, mb $30] Decca 12120 Meehan's Rosaleen Quart Newport Lass Jigs, Maid Behind the Bar Reels E-
Frank- played fiddle and flute with Uncle Eddied.After Uncle Eddie died, the band broke up.
Patrick-black smith
James-black smith
Thomas
John
Michael
Anne
Bridget
I am desperately trying to find out my ancestral information.I would like to get information together for my Aunt Elizabeth and Uncle Jimmy.Any help would be greatly appreciated.I know I have cousin's out there now!Thanks.Maybe we have a connection with our Bridget's?