Hello. I've been trying to find out where my Vermont Downings originated for about 7 years now. I am no closer to connecting them to any place of origination or early Downing ancestry... Any suggestions on how I could proceed? Here is what I know on the Downing's. Luther C. Downing was born 1794, lived in Windsor County Vermont. Married a Sarah (Cary/Carey) in 1814-1816 in Vermont. Luther was in the War of 1812 and died in 1849. Around 1820 or so, the Downing's moved to Allegany/Wyoming County, NY. Luther C. Downing and Sarah had a son named Hardin Cleveland Downing, aka Cleveland Downing. Luther and Sarah lived in New York State, Luther died in 1849. Sarah eventually moved to Ohio with her son and daughter-in-law and in the 1870's they moved from Ohio to Tuscola County, Michigan (after a trip to Texas!). Downing names associated with this family are: Ann Jannet Downing, born 1825 Vermont, died 1897. Jane Downing, born 1812 Vermont, died 1903. Names that may be associated with this family are: Witherall/Witherell and Forbes. Any clues/insigts/advice/suggestions would be appreciated! :-) Thank you. Jill