Hello, Renee.......... I've been putting together obituaries I've gathered for my new webpage, (Irish-American Obituaries) and I noticed an obit for a SKEHAN.............since this surname isn't a very common one, I was wondering if this lady was one of "yours"? Here is the Obit: SKEHAN--- With sincere regret we have to record the death of Mrs. MARY SKEHAN, which took place on the 10th inst. at her residence 179 Degraw street, Brooklyn, NY, after a long and severe illness, which she bore with the most pious Christian resignation. The deceased lady was in her 60th year, and was a native of Rathkenny, parish of Fethard, county Tipperary, Ireland. The deep affection with which she was regarded by her family and friends, and their poignant grief at her loss are the best evidences of how well she fulfilled all the duties of a good mother, a kind friend, and a wise, reliable counsellor to all who sought her assistance. Her funeral took place on the 12th inst. from St. Peter's Church, Hicks street, where a solemn Mass of Requiem was offered for the repose of her soul. >From thence her remains were conveyed to Holy Cross Cemetery, attended by a large and respectable concourse of mourning friends. May she rest in peace. Amen. The Irish-American, week ending Sept. 19, 1879 That's it, Renee----any connections? Cheers, Jim Garrity -- Jim Garrity--Rootsweb Sponsor NYC Genealogy Research Service NYC Cemetery Research & Photography http://www.NYCgen.com/ My eFax number: (630)566-7528 http://idt.net/~jgarr1 E-Mail: Jim@NYCgen.com http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/g/a/r/James-E-Garrity NEW MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 780063, Maspeth, NY 11378 ICQ: 5192629 AOL Instant Messenger: Gravehunt1