This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: lizziedowning Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.downing/2107.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My Downing line also comes from Thomas Downing. I've traced my family back to John Downynge of Bradninch, Devon England (1530-1623). I am very interested in our family history. I have also found an early Downing (Virginia) married into the family very early then her descendents married directly into the Downing line again about 100 years later. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.