Catherine Redden Gannon Dalton 1866 to 1934

Frederick:

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Roger McDonnell

As always thanks Roger

Hi there Frederick,

Did you ever reach out to Father Michael Redden - https://archatl.com/parishes/priest-directory/

He is originally from Clonkela, Tiernascragh - has been a priest in Atlanta, GA for many years. His grandfather is buried in Tiernascragh - saw the grave only the other day. Somehow, Tiernascragh churchyard was not used for burials very much until the 1920's or so - its the case with many graveyards - or at least - no headstones where put up. Father Michael has been interested in his family history - you should connect.

I remember his Dad very well.  A great man for stories and local history. Wish I had recorded a few. 

Mike 

Hello, Mike

The fact that Fr, Redden is from Clonklea and that his fore name is Michael indicates to me that he is more than likely related to me. Alas Fr. Michael is presently unassigned at the Archdioses of Atlanta which ,indicates that he is more than likely retired or infirmed.If he was living at a parish rectory it normally would show that in the directory. However it did not indicate that he was living in the retirement home for priests. Would you happen to have his e-mail address or other means to contact him?

Mike you mentioned that you saw his Grandfather's grave a few days ago do you know his name and possible date of birth and death He may be the son of John Redden born 1909, or his brothers Peter and Thomas but I am taking a guess here

Sincerely.

Fred

Hello Fred,

I was at the graveyard in Tiernascragh and took this picture for you.  These are relations of yours I believe, but the Catherine you are looking for is not here.  If I recall corrrectly, the Redden family were from further east in Galway.  Might be have been buried in Meelick or Clonfert?

Mike

Mike,,

Yes these are my relatives and thank you for the Photo. The Mary mentioned at the top of the stone was born Mary Hall and her husband John Redden is my Great Grand Uncle. My Great Grand Father Michael Redden was John's brother and he lived with his wife Bridget Pender Redden in Ballynakill, Clonfert, Ballinasloe, Galway. which is east of Tiernascragh. Michael was born in Clonkelagh but is buried in the Clonfert Cemetery with Bridget and his son Edward. I guess the search for Catherine continues. Would you know if there are any burial records kept for the Tiernascragh Cemetery and if so where are they maintained?

Once again Thank you so much Mike

Fred Jaeger

Quick answer here - you have looked at the online National Library records have you?  All the Tiernascragh / Kilimor records are there - if frustratingly together. 

Hello Mike,

The Parish Records are only available up to 1881 for Baptisms and Marriages at registers.nil. There are no burial records available at all for Kilimor/Tiernascragh. I have used this website on numerous occassions some parishes have burial records for thieir church yards but they also end in 1881. It appears that the burial records for Tiernascragh are held indipendently from the Parish Church. 

Fred

Mike,

My Cousin Geraldine Redden Swansoon is staying on Portumna this week and the next. Do you have any redommendations I could dhare with them. They went to the Portumna Castle today Sunday the 11th. Fred