Greer family in Ballymartin

AntrimBallymartin (Antrim)

Hi,

I am descended from Robertwho immigrated from Ballymartin in 1848. Robert was born 11 Sep 1825 and was the son of James and Sarah (Laird) Greer. The Greers attended the Templepatrick Presbyterian Church. Robert initially moved to Livingston County, NY with his brother John. Robert married Jane Courtney who was from Cloughanduff, Templepatrick. John married Janes's sister, Mary Ann Greer.Later they allmoved to Kalamazoo County, Michigan near the town of Augusta. There has been a yearly reunion of their descendents until just the past couple of years.

dwcham

11 years ago

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Elwyn, IrelandXO Volunteer ☘IrelandXO Volunteer

11 years ago

David,

I am a descendant of James's brother (James as in married to Sarah Laird). His name was also Robert (1758-1821). He was married to Margaret Edwards (born in Ireland of Welsh background).

Robert and Margaret had three children:

Robert Edward (1870-1862) - my line

James (1788-1876) - father of Robert (1825-1902) - your line

Meaning we are distantly related. I do not know if you are still checking this site, but I can be reached at melanie.huffpuff@gmail.com if you want to connect.

Melanie Greer

2 years ago

Greer family in Ballymartin

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