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Riley family of Staffordshire, England

Caroline Allen — 14 Aug 2006 11:55:42 GMT

Hi All,
I'm hoping to get in contact with any Riley reserchers with connections to Staffordshire England, more specifically from the Lichfield area. I have a William Riley, c. 23 May 1813 at St Michael's, Lichfield. He had siblings christened at St Chad's as well. Parents were Thomas Riley and Margaret Hewitt. William married Elizabeth Allen, possibly in 1842 in Brimingham and they had one child (c. 20 Aug 1848, St Michael's, Lichfield) before William died, sometime before the 1851 census.

Would love to hear from anyone with possible connections to any Riley's in Staffordshire!

Sincerely,
Caroline Allen
mcallen@mcallen.myrf.net

Riley's in Coal Grove, OH?

cdrein — 30 Dec 2008 12:28:49 GMT

Am looking for anyone working on Riley's that lived in Coal Grove, Ohio in the late 1800's and/or early 1900's.

Names include Clarence Gray, Elisha, Nellie M., Katherine "Katie", Neva M., Orville D., Roy, George W., Albert, Mary, John. All being Riley's.

If these are in your family, please drop me an email.

RILEY GENEALOGICAL LIBRARY

dsriley — 18 Feb 2006 1:47:17 GMT

For those browsing this board, new to this site or new to searching for your Riley ancestors, I once again extend an invitation to visit the RILEY GENEALOGICAL LIBRARY. Along with many contributors, I have amassed over 100 megabytes of information at the site. The information consists of photographs, files, gedcoms, stories, documents, and more. All is free for the asking. You may contribute if you like as well, as I am trying to establish the site as a "clearinghouse" so to speak, of Rileyana. For an invitation, e-mail me, David S. Riley, as ds_riley@hotmail.com. Please include RILEY in the subject line, so your message will not go in the trash can.

Riley Genealogical Library E-Mail Update

dsriley — 6 Jan 2009 1:46:55 GMT

For those browsing this board, new to this site or new to searching for your Riley ancestors, I once again extend an invitation to visit the Riley GENEALOGICAL LIBRARY. Along with many contributors, I have amassed over 100 megabytes of information at the site. The information consists of photographs, files, gedcoms, stories, documents, and more. All is free for the asking. You may contribute if you like as well, as I am trying to establish the site as a "clearinghouse" so to speak, of Rileyana. For an invitation, e-mail me, David S. Riley, as rileyds@gmail.com.com. Please include Riley in the subject line, so your message will not go in the trash can. Also Include your FIRST and LAST name, so I may fill in the requested form while inviting you.

Anne or Mary Ann Riley / Reilly / O'Reilly

reillytj — 4 Jan 2009 9:16:36 GMT

I am looking for the family of Anne Reilly, b. Oct 1865 in Ballyconnell, Kildalan Parish, Co Cavan, Ire. She was also know as Mary Anna, nieces and nephews from New York called her Nanna. Her fathers name was Francis Reilly/O'Reilly and mother, Catherine Bannon. She younger brothers Francis, Charles and Owen.

Anne married a man named Patrick, also a Reilly, probably born circa 1865. I think he was also born in Ireland, but I am not sure. They lived in Hoboken, NJ. around 1890-1910. I have seen some records indicating an arrival at Ellis island in 1883 and 1888, not sure. I have a picture of "Mary's Hoboken Reillys" from a New York wedding in the 1930s.

Mary (Anne) lived in Hoboken. I've heard that many times from family.

Their childrens names, probably but not necessarily in order, are Patrick, possibly Patrick Joseph c. 1887, Charles c. 1890, Anna, Mary, John, Agnes, Eugene, Francis and Margaret, as late as c.1906.

I know of Anne's brothers and their families. I can not find any concrete records of Anne's children. All assistance is appreciated.

Larkin M.Riley

genealogysleuth01 — 3 Jan 2009 2:16:03 GMT

Seeking info on Larkin M.Riley,b.abt.1822 Indiana,married an Elizabeth,b.abt.1822 PA.Were in Saline Ill.in 1850,3 children.Sarah b.1850.Sarah married William "Frank" Gasaway,dau.Mary Jane"Mollie"Gasaway married William F.Strain Sep.5,1894 Saline,Ill.Mollie d.Aug.1944 Cape Girardeau,Mo.

Larkin M.Riley

genealogysleuth01 — 3 Jan 2009 2:15:30 GMT

Ellsworth (JT), John H, Abraham Riley

MarshaBraun43 — 28 Dec 2008 7:13:53 GMT

If any of these names sound familiar, please contact me. Trying to put the pieces of the puzzel together. Need help. Thanks, Marsha

Baby Girl Riley born January 1926 Philadelphia Riley/Keyser

phxskylord — 1 Jan 2009 5:36:12 GMT

Searching for information on the baby girl born in January 1926 to Peter Riley and Katherine Keyser-Riley. Katherine possibly died during childbirth. Baby's name was possibly Rose or Maria/Marie? Grandparents were Samuel and Julia Keyser-- lived on Marlboro Terrace Philadelphia. May have spent some time visting your father (my grandfather) at Chandler/Ramsay Estate in Granogue, DE? Sound familiar?

RILEY Opal W and Everett L

t42justin — 31 Dec 2008 9:56:12 GMT

RILEY Opal W and Everett L

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Rev. Hughin Riley-Fall River, Ma.

nov1cr — 28 Jul 2001 10:34:18 GMT

Looking for info. on Rev. Hughin Riley. M.Emma Dransfield circa 1860. Minister of Primitive Mehtodist Church in Fall River.Died young.

Frederick J. RILEY married Bertha May RITTER Philadelphia, PA 1891

panicfansforever — 30 Dec 2008 10:43:47 GMT

Hello there RILEY researchers. In researching my RITTER/RUTTER tree I came across some of this info that may help someone out there and hopefully make a connection.

Bertha May RITTER was my gg grandmother Mary RITTER's sister. Bertha was born May 23, 1873 in Philadelphia.

She married Frederick J RILEY in 1891 according to the Philadelphia Marriage Index.

Now, when I was trying to find where Bertha's parents were burried I found them and here is a list of everyone burried in the lot with them.

E 97 L Weikee Anna Ritter 4/30/1936
E 97 L Weikel Thomas 3/28/1942
E 97 C Ritter Geo. N.M. 12/5/1910
E 97 C Ritter Emma M 1/28/1915
E 97 C Riley Frederick J 9/8/1930
E 97 C Riley Bertha M 3/22/1937
E 97 R Cromley Anna M 10/26/1906
E 97 R Cromley Geo. 1/31/1898
E 97 R Kilpatrick Maria 1/31/1898

Any connections out there? If so then I'd love to hear from you.

Happy hunting!
Ella

David Riley married Elizabeth Dugall or Duvall

myshell1966 — 29 Dec 2008 9:19:07 GMT

Im looking fro David or Elizabeth, from Nelsonville OH, Son John William Riley

Mary and Catherine Riley - Northern Ireland to Pawtucket, RI

hapagirl1 — 21 Dec 2008 6:36:44 GMT

Searching for any information prior to 1900 for Mary and Catherine Riley from Northern Ireland. Mary (born 1883) and Catherine (born 1885) arrived in Boston (from Liverpool) on 5 July 1900 aboard the SS New England. Mary married Dennis Monahan (born 4 Aug 1882 in Manchester, NH) and Catherine married Joseph F. McVeigh (born 1880 in RI).

Sarah J Riley

censuspa — 14 Oct 2008 8:46:43 GMT

Birth about 1852. Birthplace is PA

Riley in Belmont, Ohio

mc_hill1 — 28 Sep 2008 11:55:36 GMT

I am looking for information on the parents of Celia (or Cecilia) Riley, who married Samuel C. Marker on 26 Aug 1827 in Belmont County, Ohio.

I haven't found the Riley family Celia fits into, nor have I found a Riley male whose widow she might have been when she married Samuel.

Your help is appreciated.

Marian

Looking For Information On James Franklin Riley

o2bu1 — 8 Dec 2008 12:45:07 GMT

Looking for info on James Franklin Riley. Born 04 Oct 1884 and died Apr 1973 in Wichita Kansas. Parents were Mack Riley and Mary Antoinette Bradfield. Married Ethel May Sullivan. Thanks

Riley's of Pennsylvania

MyrnaBailey53 — 25 Jan 2002 6:46:49 GMT

Thanks for your response. The Riley's I am looking for
are JOHN WILLIAM RILEY b 8/13/1874 died 8/11/1964
and ROBERTA ELLEN (WILLIAMS) RILEY b 5/6/1890 and
died 11/29/1955.

Mr. Williams was born in Athens, Ohio and Roberta
Williams was born in Braxton, maybe W. Va. They had
10 children and moved to Pennsylvania. They may or may
not be related to your Riley's.

Thanks for your response.

Sincerely, Myrna Mercer Bailey

Rileys from 1614 to Present

dsriley — 18 Feb 2006 1:47:17 GMT

Deeds, Wills, Ship's manifests, Gedcoms, Trees, Photos, Stories and all for free at my site at MyFamily.com. 75 Megs of Riley history, more every day! Rileys from Md., Va., SN Carolina, Ga, Ms, Tx, Oh; Confederates, Union Soldiers, Revolutionary War Soliers, yours for the browsing. E-mail ds_riley@hotmail.com for a username and password. Come add your family history to the Riley Genealogical Webpage!

Margaret "Peggy" Riley Smith, dau of Patrick Riley, Madison Co., KY

Robert McFadden — 4 Jul 2004 9:22:11 GMT

Wish to exchange data with descendants of Patrick Riley. His dau Margaret "Peggy" Riley, mar. John Smith (c. 1769-1828), Madison Co., KY in 1806. John and Margaret "Peggy's" children were: Nancy Spencer, William, John, Mary Lutes McKinney, Richard, Asa Thomas Zion, Sally Kenley Kesterson, and Henry.

George Riley, NC

ARILEY — 24 Apr 2002 9:32:37 GMT

I am looking for any information that would connect George Riley born in NC abt. 1803 and died in Surry County, NC between 1860 and 1870. He had 3 sons Eldridge (1832 -1885), Stephen (1835 - ?) and Judson (1844- 1865). Possibly had other older sons. The family lived in Davidson, Montgomery, and Surry Counties, NC. Eldridge moved from Yadkin County, NC in 1879 and settled in Marshall County, Kentucky. He was a veteran of the civil war serving in NC Troops 54th Company H. Any information which would connect this family to others in the area would be greatly appreciated.

John Riley, drummer, killed at Battle of Bunker (Breed's) Hill

ssnhcky — 30 Nov 2008 2:15:30 GMT

Seek proof of family legend. John, b. ca. 1842, England?, mar. Unknown, d. 17 Jun 1775. He encountered a young boy with a musket, crying, took the musket, gave him the drum & John was soon shot & died on the field.
Children: John, Jr.; Seth; Capt. James. John, Jr. b. 22 Nov 1771, Middletown, Middlesex, CT; mar. Jane Bell.

JOHN J. " GENTLEMAN JOHN " RILEY.....1803 1887...NEED INF....?

rosie....... — 28 Mar 2000 12:58:42 GMT

Hi I need some information on Gentleman John Riley...where was he from in kentucky ?/who was his father?...e-mail me at...rosie1@gate.net

RILEY Ollis Byron and Melba Adell

t42Moore — 1 Dec 2008 10:00:46 GMT

RILEY Ollis Byron and Melba Adell

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RILEY Leroy Pat and Martie Nell OWEN

t42Moore — 1 Dec 2008 6:38:55 GMT

RILEY Leroy Pat and Martie Nell OWEN

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Leroy Pat and Martie Nell OWEN RILEY

t42Moore — 1 Dec 2008 7:51:19 GMT

Labon Riley

Ellie Lenzi — 26 Oct 1999 9:42:33 GMT

Looking for Labon who married a Nellie Snarr.

Riley brothers butchers - Bethnal Green Rd. circa 1900

garthsophie — 26 Nov 2008 9:09:38 GMT

I am a direct descendant of one of the brothers, would be interested to hear from anyone who has a direct link. The shop still stands and was an internet cafe a few years ago.

Looking for Riley/Alstock Family Millboro, VA

Rhonda — 11 Jul 2000 9:30:30 GMT

If anyone has anything about the Riley family from Millboro Va, the info would be a great help. About 4 genarations back the name was changed from Alstock to Riley and I trying to find out more about the name change.

Jonathon Riley

sreed63 — 19 Nov 2008 5:52:21 GMT

I am looking for my ggg grandfather Jonathon Riley. He was born approximately in 1820, in Indiana and then later moved, lived and died in Clay County, Illinois. I would love to find who his parents were, his exact birthdate, siblings. I think his father was from Kentucky, I do know for sure he was not related to Edward Riley that resided in Orange County, IN.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.

RILEY Antonia C and John A

t42Moore — 21 Nov 2008 1:18:25 GMT

RILEY Antonia C and John A

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MO. Rileys

phyllis johnson — 10 Jan 2001 1:27:33 GMT

seeking connection to Annie Riley, picture taken in late 1800-1900 at Memphis,Mo. any Rileys out there with surnames of Johnson, Collins in their lines or a William Johnson Riley? em: pj1040@juno.com

Reily, ellen and thomas noel

trflynn — 9 Nov 2008 2:56:10 GMT

Looking for children of Francis H. Riley(Reily) b.abt 1902 in MA/RI. They were listed in obit of aunt Mabel Goode Turner Sep 1989 as Ellen Reily Marshall, b.abt 1923 and Thomas Noel Reily, b.abt 1926.

Enoch Riley's ancestors

jeanine_cooke — 7 Jul 2001 3:18:20 GMT

Searching for Enoch Riley, b.New Jersey 1880, moved to Tuscarawas, Ohio, married Mary Pearse. Before that? Anyone searching that branch? Need help!

Riley Family

wayneriley1961 — 7 Nov 2008 1:18:11 GMT

My father was Wayne Riley Sr. from Pennsylvania and was a sax player for Tommy Dorsey in the 40's. His brother was Benjamin Riley, a WW2 navy captain. Both served. Dad was 22 on June 6 1944 and went up the beaches. He said that he knew he wouldn't get killed because it was his birthday. He told me that my grandfather George was the first born in America. George was a WW1 cavalry vet. That's about as far back as I can ask anybody now. I was born in 1961 and would like to find out more if any of you Irishmen are related to me. Selantia. (P.S. we don't need to borrow money, we just want to know if you're out there)

Mary and Catherine Riley

hapagirl1 — 2 Nov 2008 7:26:06 GMT

RILEY, Gordon Henry

conpeg — 3 Jun 2008 2:19:54 GMT

I am looking for information on Gordon Henry Riley b:1878, d:1948 (Michigan) m: Adah Mae (Haynes or Haines) 8/10/1901 in Colman MI. Adah b: 7/1/1879 (Penn) d: 11/1969 (Grand Rapids MI). I have a birth certificate I obtained from my mother that shows his parents as a George & Sarah Riley (Lapeer, MI) but have since found information that indicates his parents were George H and Hannah Riley.

Gordon & Adah had six children
Grant b: 1902 MI d: unk
Charles b: 1907?? MI d: unk
Grace Blanch b: 1907 MI d: 1993 MI my grandmother
Nellie Lillian b: 1910 MI d: unk
Elwin Willian b: 1912 MI d: 1987 MI
George Wesley b: 1914 MI d: 1986 MI

Any information would be appreciated. I would also like any information on the Gordon Riley (son of George & Sarah) so that help me confirm he is not my Gordon Riley.

GEORGE WILFRED RILEY

luvlrning — 20 Oct 2008 5:34:38 GMT

Seeking descendants of GEORGE WILFRED RILEY, B:20/01/1908, Siblings= Kathleen, William and Frances Loretta. Parents= Duncan/Mary Riley of Hamilton, Wentworth CO, Ontario. Thank you.

FRANCES LORRETA RILEY (MAIDEN NAME = RILEY)

luvlrning — 20 Oct 2008 5:32:06 GMT

Seeking descendants of FRANCES LORRETA RILEY, B: 4/02/1907, Wentworth CO, Ontario. Siblings= Kathleen, William and George. Parents= Duncan/Mary Riley of Hamilton, Wentworth CO, Onario. Thank you.

RILEY Lois M 1924-

t42Moore — 19 Oct 2008 2:49:29 GMT

RILEY Lois M 1924-

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RILEY James M 1919-1995

t42Moore — 19 Oct 2008 2:49:18 GMT

RILEY James M 1919-1995

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RILEY John W 1950-1977

t42Moore — 19 Oct 2008 2:49:06 GMT

RILEY John W 1950-1977

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RILEY Robert Waylon 1936-1999

t42Moore — 19 Oct 2008 2:48:41 GMT

RILEY Robert Waylon 1936-1999

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Northern Kentucky Rileys burial sites?

yendor — 25 Jan 2003 2:57:52 GMT

I'm looking for leads of relatively unknown burial sites of any of the Riley clan who settled in what is now Boone, Kenton, and Campbell Counties of Kentucky. I have docuemented the Rileys buried in Independence, KY., Cemetery and working on Highland Cemetery and Linden Grove, in Covington. However, I'm told there is a Riley Family burial site on the "old Riley farm." Can anyone help me locate that and any other sites in N. Kentucky.

Thanks,
Rod Warren

WILLIAM ARTHUR RILEY

luvlrning — 17 Oct 2008 3:08:47 GMT

Seeking descendants of William Arthur Riley, B: 4/10/1905,Wentworth CO, Ontario. Siblings= Kathleen, Frances, George. Parents= Duncan/Mary Riley of Hamilton,Wentworth CO.Ontario

Kathleen Elizabeth (maiden name= Riley)

luvlrning — 17 Oct 2008 3:05:10 GMT

Seeking descendants of Kathleen Elizabeth Riley. B:1907/1904, Wentworth CO, Ontario. Siblings = William, Frances, and George. Parents =Duncan/Mary Riley of Hamilton, Wentworth CO, Ontario.

RILEY John L 1885 1967

t42FiveMile — 11 Oct 2008 9:41:37 GMT

RILEY John L 1885 1967

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RILEY Christine D 1906 1999

t42FiveMile — 11 Oct 2008 9:41:20 GMT

RILEY Christine D 1906 1999

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RILEY Harold Glen 1907 1972 father

t42FiveMile — 11 Oct 2008 9:41:08 GMT

RILEY Harold Glen 1907 1972 father

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RILEY Delphine JORDAN 1907 1999 mother

t42FiveMile — 11 Oct 2008 9:40:44 GMT

RILEY Delphine JORDAN 1907 1999 mother

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RILEY Sylva E 1883 1908 Wife of G W Riley

t42swisher_dencotx — 7 Oct 2008 12:42:56 GMT

RILEY Sylva E 1883 1908 Wife of G W Riley

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RILEY W E Jr 1884 1912 Son of W E and M E Riley

t42swisher_dencotx — 7 Oct 2008 12:42:43 GMT

RILEY W E Jr 1884 1912 Son of W E and M E Riley

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RILEY W E 1847 1915

t42swisher_dencotx — 7 Oct 2008 12:42:30 GMT

RILEY W E 1847 1915

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RILEY M E 1853 1920

t42swisher_dencotx — 7 Oct 2008 12:42:16 GMT

RILEY M E 1853 1920

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WV Riley Reunion

Betty Evans Riley — 22 May 2001 4:31:13 GMT

A reunion is being planned for the descendants of Elijah and Sarah Carter Riley August 3, 2001 in Mineral Wells, WV. Elijah and Sarah Riley lived in Lewis County (W)V and later moved to Kanawha and Roane County area. They had several children including Jesse C.; William; George Wade; Mary Riley Buffington; Elijah Edward, Jr.; Catherine B. Riley Staats; and others. Anyone with interest or having questions, please contact me at briley@access.mountain.net. Actually the reunion has now extended 'backwards' to include the descendants of Elijah's father: Jesse Riley of Harrison County, (W)V.
Thanks
Betty

RILEY Zephie M 1885 1963

t42swisher_dencotx — 5 Oct 2008 2:21:33 GMT

RILEY Zephie M 1885 1963

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RILEY James E 1881 1956

t42swisher_dencotx — 5 Oct 2008 2:21:19 GMT

RILEY James E 1881 1956

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Riley Genealogical Library ...Free! To all Riley researchers

dsriley — 20 Sep 2008 9:18:57 GMT

Those interested in Riley History should make it a point to ask for an invitation to
the “Riley Genealogical Library” site at MyFamily.com. It’s very easy to do, just e-mail me, David S. Riley, at rileyds AT gmail.com. As of this date, 08-02-2006, fellow Riley researchers and myself have compiled over 150 megabytes of information at the site.
Why should you visit?
First, you have nothing to lose but your time. The site is free, nothing to buy. Second, you just might find that missing link to your family history, or make a hole in that brick wall you’ve been butting up against. I make no promises, but there have been success stories relating to relatives finding each other as well as exploring their mutual history.
Third, the site has many photos, diaries, bibles, wills, deeds, and historical data as they relate to Rileys worldwide, not to just one family. If nothing else you can go grab a graphic of a Riley Coat-Of-Arms, or read about famous Rileys in history. You may even be related to one!
So drop on in, you’re just an e-mail away from an invitation to the most comprehensive Riley site at MyFamily.com. That’s why you’re in this forum, right? Make your search a little more interesting and maybe even fun!
For an Invite, simply email me, David S. Riley @ rileyds AT gmail.com, and include RILEY in the subject line. Don’t forget to add your first and last name in the message. See you there!

New Riley Search in Ohio

rmcgowan128 — 3 Feb 2006 12:25:47 GMT

My father is dying, and with him, probably the last of our heritage. He and I are trying to trace his heritage back to the very beginning, but we're just up through the Civil War.

It looks like the surnames have branched off into Thompson, King, Glover, Riley.

In memory of my Grandma, Madge Louise Glover Riley, who died in 1970.

Riley's in Muskingum County, Ohio

mscollins — 6 Sep 2001 4:49:17 GMT

I am looking for anyone with connections to the Riley's in Muskingum County Ohio. Please contact me!

JOSEPH RILEY bc 1828-1833

bjh1225 — 22 Sep 2008 11:03:47 GMT

Joseph Riley m. Louisa Jane Milton on 11 Nov 1866 in Greene Co IL. On the USA censuses, he showed he was born in Canada.
He was deceased by 1900 as his widow was living with their dght's family in Morgan Co IL. On that census it shows that Joseph Riley was born in Canada and was French; also it shows his parents were born in Canada. Should I be concentrating on a birth record for him in the eastern area of Canada such as Quebec?

Any suggestions will be truly appreciated.

Regards, Bettye

Riley's in Blair County, PA

SHADOW5779 — 21 Sep 2008 4:09:32 GMT

The 1880 Census lists Hugh Riley age 50, wife Mary age 45, daughter Elizabeth age 20, daughter Sarah age 19, son George age 17, son Michael age 13, daughter Rose age 12, daughter Mary age 10, daughter Ellen age 7, son Hugh age 6, and son John age 3 living in Gaysport, Blair, PA. Hugh and Mary (husband and wife) are shown as being born in Ireland, all the children are shown as being born in PA. Does this family sound familiar to anyone? If so, please contact me. We can share info. Thanks, Trish

Roy Riley from Ohio

khbraun_1 — 16 Sep 2008 5:29:36 GMT

I have some informationon a Roy R Riley - Father Ellsworth Riley, mother Grace Wires Riley but am looking for decendants that would have been in the civil war. Half sisters were Medler, Garbrandt, Ora Rose. Any help would be appreciated. Marsha Braun

Edward Riley/Leucadia Boudreaux

lawsonjt1 — 15 Sep 2008 1:01:38 GMT

This is my brick wall. Edward Riley was born 24 June 1815 in Ireland. I don't know when he came to America but he married Leucadia Boudreaux (there are many variations of her name) on 13 Dec 1845.

Leucadia was born 13 Oct 1824 in Lousiana, and her parents were French. I have no other information on her at all.

I found them on 1870 census in Wyandotte co, KS and 1880 in Johnson co, KS

Here are their children -
Josaphin b. abt 1851 Ill
*Joseph Lawrence b. 1854 Ill. m. Mary Hartman 4 Oct 1877 Olathe, Johnson co, KS
Siselia b abt 1856 Ill
Agnes b. abt 1858
Edward b. abo 1858
Nathan b abt 1863
William b. abt 1865

Any help on this line would be GREATLY appreciated!

RILEY/ PERRY/ CLAY/ BREATHITT/ LEE/ OWSLEY, Co.s KY.

Larry Thompson — 26 Nov 2006 1:10:25 GMT

Looking for any distant cousins connected to Riley's from Clay Co. area of Ky.

Barney Riley in PA

drs4596 — 13 Feb 2006 6:48:50 GMT

Looking for any info on Bernard or Barney Riley who was a school teacher in Centre Co., PA. Had 2 known children, Sarah & Daniel. Daniel b. 13 Jan 1796 married Sarah McCormick. Pls email me at drs4596@aol.com
Thank you!

Illinois Riley's

gd4sumthn — 9 Sep 2008 2:36:21 GMT

I am just going to put out some names and dates here and hope that someone contacts me with matches because I have tried everything else.

Joseph Riley b. 1833 Canada (may be french, Irish?)
m. 1866 to Louisa Jane Milton b. 1851

10 children 6 lived. Antonette m. Frank Goolsby, Harriet m. Thomas Early, Robert Jesse m. Annie Holland, Jessie, and Charley. not sure of the other one.
They lived in kane, Jerseyville and were married in Greene County IL. Help!!

Paul Yates Riley, b.Jul 1893, sister Grace, b.Oct 1888, ch. of Francis/Josie of Kenton Co., KY

margerice1 — 8 Sep 2008 3:39:48 GMT

I have an two original Cabinet Card photographs of “Paul Yates Riley” and “Grace Riley”, which I’d like to get back to descendants or family members. Photos each were taken in Covington (Kenton Co.) KY, and Paul looks about 4 months old, while Grace in her photo looks about 6 months old

I found the children with their parents in the Kenton Co., KY censuses of 1900 and 1920. In 1900, Paul was age 5 (Jul 1893), Grace was 11 (Oct 1888), sister Ruth was 13, and parents were Francis M., 66 and Josie L. was 38. In 1920, Paul Y. Riley is listed in Covington’s census, age 26, son of Josie Riley, 58, and living with them were Ruth, 33; Grace M., 31; and Josie’s father, John W. Yates, age 87.

Ancestry’s FamiilyTree shows Paul Y. Riley’s parents as Francis M. Riley and Louisa Josephine Yates. Please email me at margerice@prodigy.net if you are related to Paul Y. or Grace M. Riley.

Two Riley Lines Va & IL

oclarke11 — 7 Sep 2008 2:20:13 GMT

George Adair Riley b abt 1880 in Mason Co IL marr Augusta Thompson dau of Edwin Stuart Thompson & Millie Catherine Moyer. Need parents & siblings for George & children for him & Augusta.
Oliver Keith Riley also b abt 1880 in Orange Co Va marr Maude Wayman dau of John Joseph Wayman & Sally Luttrell.Need parents & siblings for Oliver.
Ollie

Rileys in Boston

messiebeaucoup1 — 2 Aug 2007 11:45:53 GMT

Does anyone have any information on the Rileys in the Boston area -- specifically Edward Riley (New Brunswick (m) Lizzie Roche. They had 6 kids, he vanished and she died 1941 in Chelsea. Thanks

Year of Death? NY. Henry Riley

ddellocono — 26 Aug 2008 4:28:50 GMT

If someone has access to a site that would give the Death date of Henry Riley/Reilly. It would much be appreciated.
He died After Dec.(13)1947.(He's mentioned in brothers obit) but before 1952. In Dec.1947, when living, he'd be 76 years old. Residence was Wingdale,New York. Dutchess County.Town is part of the Town of Dover Plains. He was a resident/patient of Hudson Valley Psychiatric Hospital in Wingdale. My grandmother said he died there and was "as sane as you or I, except he did alot of hollaring when he talked" There's quite an amusing family story on how he got committed. He's one of seven siblings who emmigrated, of a family of 18 in Ireland. He was my GrtGrdfather's brother. After Henry,I have two remaining of the seven to research for burial sight etc.Thanks to all for any help you can forward. D.D.

FLORENCE WYCHERLEY RILEY AND REUBEN RILEY

Buttrbaii — 22 Aug 2008 12:51:52 GMT

Am looking for information on Reuben Riley and his wife Florence Wycherley Riley. They had five sons, believe all were born in Cheshire, England.

Ella Burlison Riley

Michael Burlison — 10 Feb 2000 4:06:03 GMT

Seaching for the family of Ella Riley, maiden name was Burlison, I only know of three siblings, and have only one name of a brother Ulisis Grant Burlison my grandfather. their parents names were either (John Wesley, John, Wesley, or Wesley B. Burlison) Jane (Donnlly, Donnely, Donley, Donely) anyone with more info ot there would be of great help!! Thank You in advance. My e-mail is Burleymal@webtv.net and thanks again.

I am a Riley

Debby334 — 4 Aug 2008 4:05:43 GMT

I am researching the Riley Family that are related to the Ruby's and Phipps.

Riley's

CRiley8836 — 3 Jul 2001 5:55:26 GMT

Looking for James P.Riley,Samuel August Riley was married to Cora Austin. Any info is helpful probably from Mo. moving to Okla.in the late 1800's and early 1900's just started working on this side of family

McNall's of PA

cvmcnall — 4 Aug 2008 6:08:33 GMT

i am just starting this journey of finding my family and need a little help. my father Joesph Mason McNall was adopted by Virginia McNall and her husband sometime in the late 40's or early 50's. this is ALL i know of their family. We believe my fathers birth mothers surname was Cale. can anyone point me in the right direction towards finding both family lines

John W Riley from Wake, N Carolina

fireengine11 — 3 Aug 2008 12:17:09 GMT

John W Riley was born about 1810 and was married to Lusinda Gooch. They had 11 children.

James Duncan Riley
John Riley
Rolen Riley
Awlston Riley
Mary A Riley
Albert Sidney Riley
Alvin Y Riley
Allen R Riley
Lusinda Riley
Ann Eliza Riley
Alfred Riley

I cannot go back any further.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Gentleman John Riley

Mariah E. Allen — 15 Jun 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I'm looking for information on Gentleman John Riley. He was born abt. 1780-1800. Been told he might be the father of Rhoda Riley b. abt. 1820. She m. Jonathan Allen 1847. Thanks Mariah

Riley family

michelleprendergast — 17 Jul 2008 6:37:27 GMT

Hi
I am tracing any Rileys in the West Yorkshire area particularly Dewsbury, Heckmondwike,Liversedge area.Has anybody got an info on these Rileys
Michelle

riley/norbury/jones

daisycakes — 15 Jul 2008 9:21:08 GMT

Anyone know of(possibly Irish parentage) sisters Elizabeth and Ellen Riley in Liverpool,I've been told there was another sister called Rose. Elizabeth (my grandmother b1884) married Thomas William Jones (b1884) in 1901?. They had 11 children. Ellen( b 1880) married Thomas Alfred Norbury(b1878) in 1900? They had 1 child I know of, but would love to know if they had more, in order to link up with the details I already have.

Minnie Riley BOWLER photo at antique mall

vikkihenry — 14 Jul 2008 1:18:21 GMT

HI!
Was at an antique mall today and found an old cabinet photo of Minnie Riley Bowler, taken by E.R. Abbett in Flora, Illinois, which is Clay County.
In 1880 census, there is a Chas. Bowler and wife, Minnnie and children Louise and Chloe, in Cook Co. Don't know if these are the same people, but this photo was probably taken in the late 1800's.
Would love to find a home for it, as I am NOT related.

ellen riley/norbury

daisycakes — 9 Jul 2008 11:48:58 GMT

Ellen is Elizabeths sister(my grandmother)re: member Sackville1. I'm sure we have a match census 1901.Elizabeth married Thomas Jones 1901 in the second quarter.

Seeking marriage record: RILEY & SHANNON

Shawn_Kathleen — 2 Jul 2008 4:33:46 GMT

My ggrandparents, Michael Riley and Margaret Shannon, both born in Ireland in the 1830's, lived somwhere in Canada for several years, and may have wed there (no marriage record has been found in Ireland.) Their first three children were born in Canada during the 1860's according to the 1870 U.S. census. They settled in the Upper Penninsula of Michigan, in the town of Negaunee.
Any help or suggestions in tracking down their residence prior to Michigan in 1870 would be greatly appreciated.

Rose Marie Riley, age 75, daughter of the late Eugene and Josephine Rudzinski Kowalski. * U.S. Air Force. veteran*

KENNELLYMARKA — 7 Jul 2008 3:16:37 GMT

with full military honors "

Rose Marie Riley
Rose Marie Riley, age 75,
of Harborcreek Twp., passed away Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Twinbrook Medical Center following a brief illness.
She was born in Erie on April 8, 1933,
the daughter of the late Eugene and Josephine Rudzinski Kowalski.
Rose had been employed with General Electric for 33 years. She previously had been employed with Hammermill Paper and Lord Corp. Rose was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.
She was a longtime member of RAGE and American Legion Carl Neff Post #571.
Rose enjoyed shopping, watching television and loved her cats. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Riley in 2004. Survivors include two sisters, Emily Irwin of Harborcreek Twp
and Eugenia A. Watson (Arthur) of Wenatchee, Wash.; a stepson, John W. Riley, Jr. of Erie;
several nieces, nephews
and cousins.
Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., East, on Monday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and are invited to attend a Funeral Service there on Tuesday at 1 p.m. conducted by Rev. James McCormick, Pastor of St. James R.C. Church. Interment, Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery, with full military honors conducted by the Erie Crawford County Veterans Burial Detail. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Anna Shelter, 1555 East 10th St., Erie, PA 16511.

Rev. James McCormick,"
St. James R.C. Church."

Edmund Riley

EllenWilliams38 — 4 Jul 2008 3:30:30 GMT

I am looking for information on Edmund Riley born about 1836 in Alabama. He is the son of William and Sarah Riley and the family can be found on the 1850 Census living in Wayne County MS. However, William and Sarah moved (back) to Dale County, AL and show up there on the 1860 Census with only three of their 8 children still living in the household.

Edmund would be about 24 and may be married and in his own household?

I'd appreciate any information on Edmund Riley anyone here may have.

RILEY-NEW BEDFORD, MA

Leerta63 — 20 Jun 2004 5:09:06 GMT

Looking for any and all information on John F. Riley and his wife Elizabeth. They had (as of 1900) 4 children; Edward F., Anna G., Mary C., and Elizabeth M. If the information I have is correct, they all resided at 21 Shawmut Avenue, New Bedford. I also know that Johns mother was named Nancy, but other that this, I am lost. Can you help? If so you can directly e-mail me at nana.jean@verizon.net. Thank you

Margaret Riley b abt 1861 Illinois; 1880 living Jo Daviess County, Ill

NellieMae61 — 6 Dec 2003 7:33:26 GMT

Searching for information of MARGARET RILEY b abt 1861 in Illinois. Daughter of PATRICK Riley and Anna GIBBONS. Margaret had 11 siblings: Thomas, Patrick Jr, John, Anna, Bridget. The remaining 6 still hiding.
Thanks, Helen

RILEY FAMILY FROM IRELAND>WVA>ILL

HelenKemp29 — 22 Jun 2001 6:34:22 GMT

Looking for RILEY'S - Patrick Anna married in Wheeling, WVA; had 12 children:Thomas, Annie, John, Patrick Jr, others unknown. Moved to Illinois about 1860. All died and are buried near Galena/Hanover/Elizabeth, Ill
Helen

Riley Family Club

conpeg — 22 Jun 2008 2:27:10 GMT

I tried to post an query at http://www.geocities.com/~rewoodham/riley.html but the email sent by the address indicated at that site was returned as the "user unknown" Does anybody know if this is just a bad email link or if the site is no longer updated?

JOHN RILEY / REILEY

Jo An Riley Dupree — 17 Aug 2001 3:34:46 GMT

I am searching for information on JOHN RILEY / REILEY

Descendants: SAMUEL J. / LEONARD / WILLIAM W. / JOSEPH W. / JOSEPH L.

Any information available will be appreciated.
Thank you,
~Jo

Martin C. Riley and wife, Elizabeth in Hancock County, Kentucky by 1831

MaggieJones24 — 21 Jun 2008 1:01:12 GMT

I am looking for Martin C. Riley and his wife, Elizabeth who were in Hancock County, Kentucky by 1831 when they signed a consent for their daughter, Anne E. to marry on the 03 September 1831. If anyone knows anything about them, your help would be greatly appreciated.

Martin C. Riley and wife, Elizabeth in Hancock County, Kentucky by 1831

MaggieJones24 — 21 Jun 2008 1:00:23 GMT

JOHN RILEY-VA/OH

retterer — 22 Jul 2001 3:54:00 GMT

LOOKING FOR JOHN RILEY FROM VA; MARRIED SARAH BLUE (NO DATES); THEY HAD A DAUGHTER, MARIAH RILEY B. 1808 IN VA; MOVED TO HIGHLAND COUNTY, OH.

Riley Family from Ohio County Kentucky

TonyMyers56 — 16 Feb 2008 1:34:47 GMT

I have the following entries for the Riley families in Ohio County Kentucky that spread out to Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Washington, Oregon:

Any connections?

Name Birth date Birth place
Riley, Arry Helen 20 Aug 1857 , Ohio, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Barney 15 Oct 1900 Texas
Riley, Barthena Abt 1845 Kentucky
Riley, Benjamin Franklin 18 Sep 1820 Buford District, Ohio, Kentucky
Riley, Bertha Jackson 8 Jun 1882 , Ohio, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Bessie May 30 Mar 1891 Texas
Riley, Charlie 1872 Kentucky
Riley, Cora L Mar 1898 Washington
Riley, Cora Lee 12 Mar 1885 Texas
Riley, D C 2 Mar 1904 Quanah, Hardeman, Texas
Riley, David Clifton 14 Oct 1946 Hardeman, Texas
Riley, Davis Curlette 20 Oct 1849 , , Kentucky, USA
Riley, Delia 10 Dec 1834 , Daviess, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Delman Jan 1862 Arkansas
Riley, Dennis
Riley, Edgar "Twin" 1875 Kentucky
Riley, Edward 1865
Riley, Edward "Twin" 1875 Kentucky
Riley, Elijah Crow Jun 1824 Kentucky
Riley, Elton V 11 Sep 1915 Canada
Riley, Emma Cordelia 12 Feb 1855 , Ohio, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Ernest Jan 1887 Texas
Riley, Florence 1862
Riley, Frank Elnous 11 Jan 1889 Hico, Hamilton, Texas
Riley, George 1870 Kentucky
Riley, George W 29 Aug 1844 Kentucky
Riley, Gladys Gertrude 16 Nov 1894 Texas
Riley, Hattie B 25 Apr 1886 Texas
Riley, Higginson 1 Sep 1822 Daviess, Kentucky
Riley, Jacob Barnard
Riley, James G abt 1925
Riley, Jesse Franklin 1852 Ohio, Kentucky
Riley, Jessie Franklin 12 Dec 1906 Texas
Riley, Joseph
Riley, Lewis Abt 1843
Riley, Lewis Jacob
Riley, Lewis, Jr 14 Mar 1837 Kentucky
Riley, Lewis, Sr 10 Nov 1798 , Hardin, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Lola Dorothy 5 Nov 1897 Texas
Riley, Lucinda J 2 Feb 1862 , Ohio, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Lura E Feb 1892 Washington
Riley, Luther M Abt 1847 Kentucky
Riley, Lydia C 3 Jan 1864 , Ohio, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Mariah Elizabeth 4 Mar 1860 (Ohio) Kentucky
Riley, Marjorie Lynne 11 Aug 1943 Hardeman, Texas
Riley, Mary Frances 6 Sep 1867 (Ohio) Kentucky
Riley, Mary Lou Abt 1927
Riley, Michael 1760 , , Pennsylvania, USA
Riley, Minnie Viola 24 Nov 1879 Flint District, Cherokee Indian Territory
Riley, Nancie Ann 25 Jul 1846 Daviess, Kentucky
Riley, Oscar W 29 Aug 1874 , Ohio, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Paschal, Jr 1869 Arkansas
Riley, Paschal, Sr Abt 1831 Daviess, Kentucky
Riley, Rebecca Nora 3 Jan 1882
Riley, Robert M Feb 1897 Washington
Riley, Robert Proctor 23 Apr 1853 , Ohio, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Sarah F Abt 1849
Riley, Sulu 1863 Arkansas
Riley, Susan Cassandra 22 Jun 1843 , Daviess, Kentucky, USA
Riley, Tom E Abt 1919 Canada
Riley, Vera Lucille Abt 1909 New Mexico
Riley, Virginia 1867
Riley, William Henry 25 Sep 1826 Kentucky
Riley, William Jasper 6 Feb 1848 Ohio, Kentucky
Riley, William P July 1884 Kansas

Tony Myers
cubbz 56 [at] hotmail dot com

Rylie/Riley Harriet

DoAnd-C — 11 Jun 2008 2:52:35 GMT

Hi there...we are cousins....Harriet is my GGaunt.....I have information about her/our family. Please contact me...I am hopeing we can share info.

Thanks,

Death: Harriet M. Riley - Lowell Sun - Lowell MA - March 11, 1908

canesfan4 — 28 May 2008 12:57:52 GMT

While at the library copying obits for someone, I did manage to get a copy of the following obit. I am not related to this person, but thought I would post it in case it is helpful to someone.

Lowell Sun
Lowell MA
March 11, 1908

RILEY - Mrs. Harriet M. Riley, a well known resident of St. Patrick's parish, died today at St. John's hospital. The remains were remoed to her home, 575 Broadway, by Undertaker Svage. She leaves a husband, Daniel C., and a mother, Mrs. Ellen Niles.

Thomas of Trumbull Co OH

barbguinn — 25 May 2008 5:19:48 GMT

I just found a Thomas married to Rachael in Poland TS Trumbell Co is anyone one researching this Thomas? according to the 1840 census he had 3 sons two of these listed on the 1850 cenus [this TS became part of Mahoney Co in 1846} Thomas 1797 PN wife Rachael 1800 OH and sons Jared b1829 OH and Chauncey 1835 OH missing is eldest son b 1820-25 which may be my Richard....I have ck on line family trees no luck

Chauncey gone by 1860 Jared married to a Mary no children Thomas and Rachael still living....my Richard lived just 40 mile away in Colebrook TS....Barbara [gmfrontporch@yahoo.com]

Riley family in Texas and Oklahoma

Lethea — 23 Dec 2003 8:25:02 GMT

I am looking for information on William Henry Riley who married Sylvia Eddy. I am also looking for info on James Frank Riley who married Martha Francis Taylor. James Frank had the following brothers and sisters: Charles, Frederick, Tom, Cordie, Rosa, Cora and Effie Gertrude. My grandfather was James Frank's son Jesse Frank Riley who lived in Kingfisher, OK. Any and all information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Joseph Riley

gd4sumthn — 11 May 2008 2:42:52 GMT

I am still searching for my great, great grandfather. His name was Joseph Riley, I was told he was French, but my sister says he was "black Irish", but I do know that he was born in Canada according to census records. He was born between 1828 and 1833. He married a woman named Louisa Jane Milton in 1866, she was born in 1851 Illinois, her mother was from Tennessee and was probably a cherokee indian. Joseph's children were named Antonette, Robert Jesse, charles, and Harriett. Antonette married Frank Gulsby or Goolsby. Harriett married Thomas Early. Robert Jesse married Annie Holland Shepley. I cannot find Joseph's parents and being from Canada or Ireland, I cannot afford to pay for any records. If the names sound familiar, please email me directly at covey@montanasky.com. Thanks!

Riley/Cartwright

windyweather — 24 May 2007 2:09:02 GMT

My ggrandfather was John Riley Cartwright, born in Arkansas about 1883. According to my mother, Riley is a family name, but she's not sure from which side. John Riley's mother was Sarilda (maiden name not known), and his father was W.H. Cartwright. Wondering if anyone out there knows the connection between the names Riley and Cartwright. Thanks.