This is for George Carter: Hi, George, we also have Kirwins and Carters in our ancestry. Information handed down to us from previous generations said that our Ggrandfather, Patrick Kirwin, who came to America in 1848, had relatives named Carter living around Chicago, Illinois. Patrick was also from Dublin. Patrick's mother was still living when he came to America. We do not know her name or anything about her. We do not know who Patrick's father was. It's like the blind leading the blind, isn't it!! Sounds like it might be the same family though. I live in Florida, and have cousins of the same heritage, who live in Oklahoma and California. We are very anxious to find out more about Patrick. He came through New York City and then on to Indiana and Kansas. He is buried in Kansas. I'll let you know if I find anything about this family. The cousin and owner of this list found a Kirwin married to a Carter in Ireland--perhaps she will write to you too. Sincerely, Lee Gray Jenks1922@aol.com