Patrick Sheedy was born at Birdhill in 1815 (Co Tipperary) the son of John Sheedy (farmer)and Mary Burke.(associated place names: Newport, Ahane, Nenagh.) Patrick's known siblings were Martin,John, Michael, Ellen and Bridget,all born around the Oakhampton, Birdhill, Ahane, Newport region. Patrick's mother must have died between 1832 and 1845 as she was alive when his sister Catherine was born but deceased by the time Patrick was transported in 1845 to Van Diemans Land. Appreciate any help or information Joan Williams "Birdhill" Killarney Victoria Australia