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John Ifernain or Heffernon

John Ifernain or Heffernon

Born
1 Jan 1620
Died
1 Jan 1690
Gender
Male
Place of migration
Migrated to/Born in USA

Records state he was born in County Clare in 1620. He sailed to Jamestown, James City, VA colony USA with Sinclair or Sinkler Padgett and arrived in 1655. His name was listed on the ship as John Heifer. His passage was sponsored and paid by Sinclair Padgett. He married Jane Fraser, farmed along the Nansemond River, and died c. 1690 in Jamestown,VA.

Father of Charles Padgett Hefferon, William, James, Sarah and John Heffernon.

 

Associated communities

Clare

County Clare, or An Clár in Irish, is located in the mid-west region of Ireland.  Clare is known for its beautiful scenery and we are home to the famous Burren and Cliffs of Moher.  We have a population of approximately 117,196.  We look forward to helping  you connect with your ancestors’ place of origin.

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  • 1910s

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  • 1830s

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