Help needed finding grandfather

Ann:

I looked at Griffiths for Cavan-no Melodys. I also looked for 1864-1867 birth index records for Cavan--no luck No Melodys in Crossbane in the 1901 census. I assume he emigrated to the USA at some point. Did he go throught NY? Do you have his death record?

Roger McDonnell

Thanks Roger for your help.  Yes he did emigrate in 1883 but I am unsure if it was NY or not.  His death was 2/6/1929 in Chicago Illinois.  Unfortunately my Dad had very little info about his father.  I also have grandparents on my mothers side who were also born in Ireland, but again very little info, just birthdate and County.

Can you look them up too?  I have tried Ancestry but have not had a lot of luck.

Jane Maloney born 1839 County Cork 

John Murray born 1831 County Cork, left Dublin 1845, 

And my great grandfather:  Daniel Ford, born 1/1/1837  in County Kerry.  His father was William Ford born 1813 died 1902. (one of 13 children I was told)  died 2/7/1927 in Janesville WI

It is frustrating trying to track them down and I appreciate any help you can give.

Thanks, Ann

Hello Ann,

I went to www.rootsireland.ie and searched for Patrick Melody b 1865.

I found one baptismal record for a Patrick Melody b. 1863 - 1867 in Co. Cavan

I also found baptismal records for a Peter and John, also in Co. Cavan

I believe these could be your ancestors.  It's a pay per view site but it's not expensive about €5 to view a record and cheaper if you buy in bulk.

When you get onto the site go down the left side of the page and click on County genealogy centres.  This will show you a map of Ireland and click on Co. Cavan.  This takes you to the Cavan records.

Hope this helps you,

Regards,

Anne Dennehy

Thanks so much Anne, I will definitely check out that website!!