Calling all local genealogists. Looking for information about the family of William “Billy” O’Connell who ran the Clashmore Post Office in the 1940s and 1950s. His father Thomas O’Connell had previously run it (Billy’s mother was Annie Carey). Billy’s brothers were Tommy and Jackie (John). The latter wrote a history of Clashmore in 2003. Thanks.
Sunday 10th Apr 2016, 02:42PM
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rocon17:
Welcome to Ireland reaching Out!
I checked the 1911 censu for Clashmore and there were no Connells or O'Connells in the town. We do not have any parish liaisons in Co. Waterford. See this link http://www.discoverclashmore.com/discoverhome.html At the bottom right side of the page is a Contact Us link. I would e-mail and see if they can assist with your O'Connell family.
Roger McDonnell
Castlemore Roscommon, IrelandXO Volunteer ☘
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Yes, thanks Roger, I have already checked the usual sources. I was hoping for some local liaison for this parish. I will use the link as you suggest. Regards rocon17
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Hello, William O' Connell was my Grandafther, I would be happy to help with any information you need if you could contact me perhaps? Regards Olivia
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Hi Olivia. Thank you that is very kind. My O'Connells also came from Clashmore and I am trying to build up a database of all Connell/O'Connells from Clashmore/Youghal area and hopefully establish genealogical links. I have William's father as Thomas and grandfather as John (married Alice Curran), great grandfather also John. Is that correct? I was also interested to know what happened to William and his 3 siblings - did any of the families stay in the area? Regards. Rocon17
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Hi Olivia, I hope you can help with my search for information above. If it is easier for you, i can be reached on rocon17@yahoo.co.uk. Thanks.