Hayes and Costelloe Families

Hello -

I'm looking for information on my second-great-grandparents, Michael Hayes (1831-1887) and Hanora Costelloe (1820-1894). They had 7 children: Ellen (1848-1918); Mary (1850-?); John Costelloe (1852-1928); Rodger "Rody" (1853-1929); Michael (1855-1940); Denis (1847-?); and Thomas (1862-?). Ellen, John (my great-grandfather), and Rody all moved to the U.S. I know that Denis did travel to the U.S., but have no information that he stayed or returned. I know that Michael remained in Ballina and raised a family. No information (aside from baptism data) on Mary or Thomas.

I've gone through Griffith's and located a number of Michael Hayes. I don't know if they are the same person who farmed on the various plots of land cited, or different individuals. I also ran across several other Hayes' families, Thomas, John, Edward, Matthew, in the area, who possibly might be related to Michael, but this will require additional searching on my part.

Hanora Costelloe was the daughter of Michael Costelloe and Maria Flemming, but that is all I know of them. I have come across one other Costelleo family member, Rodgerin RC baptism data (as godparentto a Hayes child); and a Maria Costelloe born in 1811 to Michael & Maria, but with no further information. In reviewing some of the various documents it appeared that the two families may have lived in Ballina, as well as Killaloe in Clare, at various points.

And finally, am trying to locate any family still residing in the area who may have some family history knowledge passed down which might help me fill in some of the gaps.

Thank you,

Lenore Hayes Los Angeles, CA