As we turn the page to the next chapter in Joseph Newell's life, we step into a new season, one marked by both the quiet passage of time and the weight of unspoken promises. The years that follow his early life will reveal the man he becomes, the husband, the father, the individual whose choices … Continue reading The Life Of Joseph Newell 1783-1860 Until Death Do Us Part Through Documentation.
Family History Research
“The life of William Lye 1809–1890 Through Documentation.”
In the quiet village of East Tytherley, Hampshire, beneath the rolling fields where the trees sway gently in the breeze, a boy was born in 1809, William Lye, the man whose life would weave itself into the fabric of my own family’s story. Though the world he knew was vast and tumultuous, shaped by war, … Continue reading “The life of William Lye 1809–1890 Through Documentation.”
“The Life of Frederick Ernest Carr 1891–1965: Until Death Do Us Part Through Documentation.”
The Life of Frederick Ernest Carr 1891–1965: Until Death Do Us Part Through Documentation, begins a new chapter, a journey of discovery and heartache, as I attempt to piece together the life of my great-grandfather through the faded remnants of history. Growing up, I knew very little about Frederick, only that he was a man … Continue reading “The Life of Frederick Ernest Carr 1891–1965: Until Death Do Us Part Through Documentation.”
“The Life of Frederick Ernest Carr 1891–1965 The Early Years Through Documentation.”
Welcome to “The Life of Frederick Ernest Carr 1891–1965 The Early Years Through Documentation.” His story is a journey through the fragments of history that have been pieced together through old records, documents, and archives, a journey to better understand the life of my paternal great-grandfather, Frederick Ernest Carr. Like so many of us, I … Continue reading “The Life of Frederick Ernest Carr 1891–1965 The Early Years Through Documentation.”
The Life of Stephen Withers 1831–1916 The Early Years.
In the quiet corners of history, amidst the yellowed pages of parish records and the labyrinthine trails of ancestral research, lies the remarkable tale of my paternal 3rd Great Grandfather, Stephen Withers. Born in 1831 and departing this world in 1916, his life spans an era of profound change and endurance.Navigating through the annals of … Continue reading The Life of Stephen Withers 1831–1916 The Early Years.
The Life of Frank Whitlock/Whitelock 1846–1922 Until Death Do Us Part.
With the turning of a page, we step into the second chapter of Frank Whitlock’s story, a story no longer just of boyhood and the steady beat of rural life, but of love, commitment, and the quiet, sacred promise of “until death do us part.” As Part One traced the tender, often painful path of … Continue reading The Life of Frank Whitlock/Whitelock 1846–1922 Until Death Do Us Part.
The Life Of Emily Kate Southwell 1892–1947 Through Documentation.
In the quiet corners of family attics and the faded pages of dusty albums, lies the essence of a life once lived. The Life of Emily Kate Southwell, 1892–1947, is not just a chronicle of dates and events, but a testament to the enduring power of family history. It is in these fragments of the … Continue reading The Life Of Emily Kate Southwell 1892–1947 Through Documentation.
The Life Of Elizabeth Wren 1831–1900 Until Death Do Us Part.
When Elizabeth Wren stepped into the church on that cool, spring morning in 1850, the air was thick with the quiet promise of forever. Her heart fluttered with a mixture of anticipation and uncertainty as she stood before her groom, the man who would become her world. His eyes, warm and full of quiet devotion, … Continue reading The Life Of Elizabeth Wren 1831–1900 Until Death Do Us Part.
The Life Of Rosa Alice Freak 1877–1965, The Early Years, Revisited.
In the quiet corners of family lore, where whispered tales mingle with sepia-toned photographs, there exists a story woven through the fabric of time, the life of Rosa Alice Freak, my maternal 2nd great-grandmother. As I embark once again on this journey through her early years, I find myself drawn back not just by the … Continue reading The Life Of Rosa Alice Freak 1877–1965, The Early Years, Revisited.
The Life Of William Harry Freak 1846–1891 Till Death Do Us Part
As I continue to unravel the life of William Harry Freak, I find myself stepping deeper into the world he built for himself as a husband, father, and working man. When we last left him, he was a newlywed, standing at the threshold of marriage with Eliza Stockwell, his young bride, by his side. Their … Continue reading The Life Of William Harry Freak 1846–1891 Till Death Do Us Part
The Life Of William Harry Freak 1846–1891 The Early Years Through Documentation.
In the quiet corners of history, nestled within the yellowed pages of documents and faded photographs, lies the essence of William Harry Freak, a name that resonates through time and bloodlines, echoing with stories of courage, love, and the quiet strength of everyday life. Born in 1846, he embarked on a journey through an era … Continue reading The Life Of William Harry Freak 1846–1891 The Early Years Through Documentation.
The Life Of Robert McIntyre Wallace 1898–1925 Through Documentation.
Family history is more than a collection of names and dates, it is the foundation of who we are, the story of those who came before us, and the legacy we pass on to future generations. To understand our own identities, we must look to the lives of our ancestors, for their struggles, triumphs, and … Continue reading The Life Of Robert McIntyre Wallace 1898–1925 Through Documentation.
The Life Of Daniel Ernest Green 1877-1955
Uncovering the life story of my husband’s great-grandfather, Daniel Ernest Green (1877–1955), has been a journey that brought history to life in the most personal and profound way. It is more than just tracing names and dates on a family tree, it’s about piecing together the fragments of a life once lived, breathing life into … Continue reading The Life Of Daniel Ernest Green 1877-1955
The Life Of Samuel Green, 1842-1911, Through Documention.
Welcome to The Life of Samuel Green, 1842-1911, a celebration of the life of my husband’s 2nd great-grandfather. Samuel Green’s story is not just a window into the past, it’s a connection to our shared human experience, an opportunity to honor his legacy, and a reminder of the enduring value of exploring our family roots. … Continue reading The Life Of Samuel Green, 1842-1911, Through Documention.
The Life of Francis Herbert Butt 1883–1948 Through Documentation – Part 2
As we step into the next chapter of Francis Herbert Butt’s life, we find him not as a young boy growing up above his father’s butcher shop in Romsey, nor as the grieving son mourning the loss of his mother, but as a man beginning a new life of his own. With Henrietta Annie Richardson, … Continue reading The Life of Francis Herbert Butt 1883–1948 Through Documentation – Part 2
The Life of Francis Herbert Butt 1883–1948 Through Documentation Part 1.
In the quiet corners of history, amidst the echoes of bygone days, there exists a tapestry woven with the threads of ordinary yet remarkable lives. Among them stands Francis Herbert Butt, a man whose life, though lived decades ago, resonates with timeless lessons and profound moments that shape our understanding of resilience, creativity, and the … Continue reading The Life of Francis Herbert Butt 1883–1948 Through Documentation Part 1.
The Life Of Arthur Henry Butt 1856–1937 Through Documentation – Part 2
As we continue the story of Arthur Henry Butt, we pick up in the year 1890, a time of both loss and new beginnings. The passing of his father, William Butt, marked the end of an era, yet life pressed forward. Arthur, now the head of his own growing family, carried the weight of his … Continue reading The Life Of Arthur Henry Butt 1856–1937 Through Documentation – Part 2
The Life Of Arthur Henry Butt 1856–1937 Through Documentation – Part 1
In the quaint town of Romsey, Hampshire, England, amidst the cobbled streets and timeless cottages, lived a man whose life's tapestry was woven with the threads of tradition and craftsmanship. In the heart of Romsey, Hampshire, where history lingers in every street and storefront, the life of Arthur Henry Butt unfolds, a story not just … Continue reading The Life Of Arthur Henry Butt 1856–1937 Through Documentation – Part 1
“In the Depths of Duty”
In the belly of steel, where the fires burned bright, Samuel Solomon Williams worked through the night. With shovel in hand, and sweat on his brow, He fed the great engines, without asking how. Beneath all the glamour, below decks so deep, He labored in silence, while others would sleep. The heat of the furnace, … Continue reading “In the Depths of Duty”
“The Life Of Samuel Solomon Williams 1884–1912 Through Documentation.”
On the 113th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, we remember not just a ship lost to the depths of the North Atlantic, but the thousands of lives taken with her, each one carrying hopes, struggles, and stories that still echo through time. Among those lost was a young fireman from Southampton named Samuel … Continue reading “The Life Of Samuel Solomon Williams 1884–1912 Through Documentation.”
The Life of James William Willats – Embracing Life as a Married Man.
Welcome back to the captivating journey of James William Willats, an enigmatic figure whose life's tale continues to unfold with both intrigue and inspiration. In our first installment, we embarked on a thrilling expedition through his early years. Now, we delve into the next chapter of his extraordinary life, the story of James William Willats … Continue reading The Life of James William Willats – Embracing Life as a Married Man.
The Life Of James William Willats 1841 – 1922, From Upbringing To Marriage, Through Documentation.
Welcome to a captivating journey through time, where the veil of history lifts to reveal the rich tapestry of a life once lived. Together, let us delve into the fascinating story of James William Willats, my 4th Great Granduncle, a man whose life, though distant in years, remains ever vivid through the threads of family … Continue reading The Life Of James William Willats 1841 – 1922, From Upbringing To Marriage, Through Documentation.
The Life Of Margarita Carroll 1824-1909, Through Documentation.
Welcome to The Life of Margarita Carroll, a blog dedicated to unraveling the story of an extraordinary woman whose journey spanned two continents, and whose legacy continues to inspire her descendants. Margarita, also known as Margaret, was born in 1824 in Ireland to Daniel Carroll and an as-yet unidentified mother. Her story, like so many … Continue reading The Life Of Margarita Carroll 1824-1909, Through Documentation.
The Life of Frederick Howard Willats, 1877-1947, Part 2, Until Death Do Us Part.
In the bustling streets of London, amidst the whispers of history and the vibrant pulse of city life, there lived a man whose story danced through the epochs like a melody in the wind. His name was Frederick Howard Willats, a name woven into the fabric of London's narrative, yet often overlooked in the grand … Continue reading The Life of Frederick Howard Willats, 1877-1947, Part 2, Until Death Do Us Part.
The Life of Frederick Howard Willats, 1877-1947, The Early Years Through Documentation.
Every family has its stories, and among them, there are those who leave their mark not through grand gestures, but through the quiet strength of their lives. For our family, Frederick Howard Willats is one such figure. Born in 1877 in the vibrant heart of Highbury, Islington, Middlesex, England, Frederick’s life reflects the spirit of … Continue reading The Life of Frederick Howard Willats, 1877-1947, The Early Years Through Documentation.
The Life Of, Percy Sidney Willats, 1875-1945, Through Documentation, Part 2.
Welcome back to our exploration of Percy Sidney Willats' extraordinary life, as pieced together through the documents, and records. In Part 1, we delved into the early years of Percy’s life, uncovering the foundational experiences and relationships that shaped his character and ambitions. Now, in Part 2, we move deeper into the narrative, focusing on … Continue reading The Life Of, Percy Sidney Willats, 1875-1945, Through Documentation, Part 2.
The Life Of, Percy Sidney Willats, 1875-1945, Through Documentation, Part 1.
Welcome back to the year 1875, Islington, England. The air there is thick with the soot of coal fires, hanging like a fog over the narrow cobbled streets. Horse-drawn carriages clatter past, their wooden wheels rattling over uneven roads as the wealthy ride in comfort, while the poor shuffle by on foot, faces weathered from … Continue reading The Life Of, Percy Sidney Willats, 1875-1945, Through Documentation, Part 1.
The Life Of, Henry Richard Willats, 1856-1922, Through Documentation.
In the dimly lit corners of history, where memories fade and stories are left untold, there exists an extraordinary life that has been hidden from the world for far too long. Today, I invite you to step back in time and embark on a poignant journey through the life of my 3rd Great-Granduncle, Henry Richard … Continue reading The Life Of, Henry Richard Willats, 1856-1922, Through Documentation.
The Life of Susan Mary Lagden, 1858-1937, Life As Mrs Susan Mary Kirby.
Welcome back, to the captivating journey through time and heritage as we continue to unravel the intricate puzzle of my ancestral legacy. In this second instalment, we delve deeper into the remarkable life of my third great-grandmother Susan Mary Kirby nee Lagden, and explore the documents and challenges she faced as a married women. As … Continue reading The Life of Susan Mary Lagden, 1858-1937, Life As Mrs Susan Mary Kirby.
The Life of Susan Mary Lagden, 1858-1937, Discovering the Missing Piece Of The Puzzle, The Early Years.
Have you ever found yourself captivated by the allure of solving a mystery? The irresistible sensation that accompanies the search for truth, like assembling the scattered fragments of a puzzle until the bigger picture emerges? We as humans are natural seekers, forever yearning to understand and make sense of the world around us. In this … Continue reading The Life of Susan Mary Lagden, 1858-1937, Discovering the Missing Piece Of The Puzzle, The Early Years.
The Life Of Walter George Hillier, 1867-1946
We are the ancestors of our grandchildren's children. We look after them, just as our ancestors look after us. We aren't here for ourselves. We are here for each other and for the children of our grandchildren. Our ancestors are totally essential to our every waking moment, although most of us don't even have the … Continue reading The Life Of Walter George Hillier, 1867-1946
The Life Of Elizabeth Hillier 1844-1932
Caring can be learned by all human beings, can be worked into the design of every life, meeting an individual need as well as a pervasive need in society. ©️Mary Catherine Bateson There are very few that give themselves soulfully to others. Dedicating their lives to the care and understanding, that so many of us … Continue reading The Life Of Elizabeth Hillier 1844-1932
The Life Of Christian Luke – 1808-1895
Come, look with me inside this drawer, In this box I've often seen, At the pictures, black and white, Faces proud, still, and serene. I wish I knew the people, These strangers in the box, Their names and all their memories, Are lost among my socks. I wonder what their lives were like, How did they spend their days? What about their special … Continue reading The Life Of Christian Luke – 1808-1895
The Life Of Alice Southwell 1861-1889 – Part 2.
Welcome back to the life of, Alice Southwell. Before we being let’s have a little recap of her life so far. Or you can read part 1 here.Alice was born at, East Wellow, on Thursday the 19th of December 1861. From the age of 9, Alice worked for her maternal uncle, William Reeves, at the … Continue reading The Life Of Alice Southwell 1861-1889 – Part 2.
The Life Of Caroline Chown, 1818 -1894
We are the ancestors of our grandchildren's children. We look after them, just as our ancestors look after us. We aren't here for ourselves. We are here for each other and for the children of our grandchildren. -Roy Sesana It’s for our future generations why I strive my hardest to piece together the lives of … Continue reading The Life Of Caroline Chown, 1818 -1894
The Life of, John Williams, 1816-1869.
“We all grow up with the weight of history on us. Our ancestors dwell in the attics of our brains as they do in the spiraling chains of knowledge hidden in every cell of our bodies.” Shirley Abbott. I never knew how a name written upon a family tree, could consume my every waking moment, … Continue reading The Life of, John Williams, 1816-1869.
The Life Of Charlotte Feltham 1844-1899
I feel the overpowering need to document the lives of our ancestors, because if the facts are written, there is a slim chance they will never be forgotten. That their lives have somehow imprinted upon those who read their stories. Even though I can never fill these pages with our own memories or their personalities, … Continue reading The Life Of Charlotte Feltham 1844-1899
The Life Of Thomas Kirby 1831-1911
You have to find something that you love enough to be able to take risks, Jump over the hurdles and break through the brick wallsthat are always going to be placed in front of you. If you don't have that kind of feeling for what it is you're doing, you'll stop at the first giant … Continue reading The Life Of Thomas Kirby 1831-1911
The End of the Chapter – Round Up – December 2021
A New Year. A fresh start. A new chapter in life waiting to be written. New questions to be asked, embraced, and loved. Answers to be discovered and then lived in this transformative year of delight and self-discovery. Today carve out a quiet interlude for yourself in which to dream, pen in hand. Only dreams … Continue reading The End of the Chapter – Round Up – December 2021
Round Up, Round Up – July 2019
This time last month I was sat in the glorious sunshine by the pool in beautiful Cyprus. I can’t even begin to tell you how amazing our week spent there was and how magical it was to spend a week just chilling with my favourite people in the whole world. We ate way to much, … Continue reading Round Up, Round Up – July 2019
Your feet will bring you where your heart is.
My life time dream, has always been to visit Ireland, if possible to move there. I’m extremely proud of my Irish roots, even though so little is known about them. Each year that passes the ache to connect with my irish ancestry grows, unfortunately life always seems to take me down different roads and I … Continue reading Your feet will bring you where your heart is.
Doreen June Willats – The Beginning.
Family history research seems to only concentrate on the souls who have passed over, to where ever it may be. But what about your ancestors whom are still alive and kicking, the ones who remember the souls you are desperate to discover. Isn’t it our jobs as budding historians to document not only the deceased … Continue reading Doreen June Willats – The Beginning.
Mr Reginald and Mrs Eileen Willats – Part 1 – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks – Week 52
Have you ever felt really close to someone, So close that you can't understand why you and the other person have two separate bodies, two separate skins? My maternal Great-Grandparents love for each other wasn’t just a love of the heart but a love of the soul, an eternal love, a love unbreakable even through … Continue reading Mr Reginald and Mrs Eileen Willats – Part 1 – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks – Week 52
Eliza Cameron – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks – Week 47
The Mysteries are gateways, thresholds between this world and the Otherworld, the meeting place of gods and people. Family history is just a gigantic mystery waiting to be solved and this weeks ancestor has a good few, well hidden, missing pieces to her puzzle. 🧩 Although I know a great deal about her family, her … Continue reading Eliza Cameron – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks – Week 47
Sarah Scarrott – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks – Week 41
When researching your family history you are limited to certain resources on-line, census returns, birth, marriage and death indexes, court and wills, immigration and emigration records, parish records, military records and newspaper articles. All that you pay through the nose for. It’s very expensive and time-consuming. Mistakes are made constantly, so unfortunately its better to … Continue reading Sarah Scarrott – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks – Week 41
Charles Ridgeley/Rudge/Rudgely – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 31
Some say, your life is already planned out for you, on the day of your birth as is your death. If this is true, why do some skip happily through and other face heartbreak, misery and struggle. Why do some deserve the easy road and others the near on impossible roads? I don’t get it. … Continue reading Charles Ridgeley/Rudge/Rudgely – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 31
Nellie Montague / Eleanor Mary Kirby – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 30 – Part 2
The Music Hall, which is in no thing, but makes use of everything gestures, sounds, words, screams, light, darkness, rediscovers itself at precisely the point where the mind requires a language to express its manifestations. To break through language in order to touch life is to create or recreate the Music Hall. How I would … Continue reading Nellie Montague / Eleanor Mary Kirby – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 30 – Part 2
Frank Rudgley/Newell – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 26
In life we warm to some more than others, family research is no different. This weeks ancestor, holds a huge part of my heart, and even though I never met him, for some unknown reason he pulls on my heartstrings. He intrigues me and I just can’t help but love him. Maybe it’s the love, my Dad … Continue reading Frank Rudgley/Newell – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 26
Frederick Earnest Carr – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 22
Yesterday we said our final goodbyes to my Grandmother, Mollie Joan Newell nee Carr. Tears were shed, a life time of memories were remembered, our family brought together, in respect for a wonderful Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Although seeing my families hearts break at our loss, it was lovely to see them all and … Continue reading Frederick Earnest Carr – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 22
Harry Ashley Willats – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 18
Some say, our life's and death's are planned out for us, the day we are born, that fate/destiny is the controlling factor. Some say, your life is what you make it. Neither can ever be proven, well not as far as I can see but I do believe fate plays the larger hand and with … Continue reading Harry Ashley Willats – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 18
Emily Forhead – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks, Week 17
Life, Is it what happens to us ? or is it what we make it? I would like to believe that it’s the latter , but I also believe fate or our already written destiny has a huge role to play. Some peoples lives are one massive advantage, while others, sadly live to work, never … Continue reading Emily Forhead – 52 Ancestors In 52 Weeks, Week 17
Susan Luke – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 12
The weeks seem to be flying by at the moment, I can not believe we are in April already. This weeks seems to have flown by even faster for some reason and I haven't achieved anything, I'm surprised I even got this post written in time. Unfortunately I can not share all the information I … Continue reading Susan Luke – 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Week 12
Eva Kate Hatcher – 52 Weeks, 52 Ancestors.
They say every branch of your family tree will tie in with another at some point. This has proven to be case with my dads family but more shockingly they tie in many times with my husband's family. I was shocked and a little freaked out when I discovered the first interlink with Mark's family. … Continue reading Eva Kate Hatcher – 52 Weeks, 52 Ancestors.
Estella Rudgely – 52 Weeks, 52 Ancestors.
Estella Rudgely - 52 Weeks, 52 Ancestors, Week 4. When my dad Christopher John Newell passed away back in 1996, I knew very little about his family, only his parents and siblings names. In truth I didn’t even know he had a sister, Gillian Mary Newell, who sadly passed away on the 18th October 1947 … Continue reading Estella Rudgely – 52 Weeks, 52 Ancestors.
Round up, round up – January
So what can I possibly say about January 2018. It has been the worst month of our entire life’s. I pray that it can only get better from here on out. January has seen the passing of two family members, my beloved Uncle Ray. He was an absolute legend, an amazing man who had the … Continue reading Round up, round up – January
Intwined 