Happy about the recent postings about McConnells. Anyone out there ever heard of a MATTHEW MCCONNELL, b. 1801 in Ohio, married 1) Jane Richey, died 1844, Ohio and 2) Margaret Stephenson ? The family left Ohio and came to Monroe Co., Indiana, where MATTHEW MCCONNELL died 27 March 1872. I believe his family probably came through Pennsylvania, also, they were thought to be Presbyterians by faith. Thanks and hope to hear from someone...Mobie McCammon

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: dmcbuilder Surnames: McConnell, Elder, Jordan, McConnell, Wilkens, Harlan, Waters, Orr Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2405.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I have some history on the Elder family tied to John Elder McConnell. John Elder McConnell was married to Hannah who was daughter of William Elder, whose father John Elder(b-1755 and emigrated from N Ireland about 1802 to Slipery Rock Twnp Mercer County, Pa.), whose father was Thomas Elder. I have about 30 other names of kin and marriage partners. The 4th generation John Elder (B 9-2-1820)was a partner with Michael Jordan in a store in Harlensberg, Pa. Michael Jordan is the brother of Henry Jordan Jr. Henry's granddaughter married William Carlon McConnell. The families lived on adjacent farms. Another cross tie is that Dorcas Wilken (B 1821) married William Elder and their daughter Hannah married John Elder McConnell. The Wilkens family were married into the Harlan, Orr, and Water families. My grandmother Belma Lockwood Waters (Nov 23,1888) maried John William McConnell 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.

I was very excited by the last batch of emails on the McConnell's of Lawrence County, Pa. The names in the newspaper articles were the family names of neighbors and friends. Unfortunately I couldn't tie anyone into my various lines. The McConnell's that you mentioned were in the same locations as my family members so there is probably some tie-in. My best guess is that we need to go back a generation to find that connection. My McConnell ancestors are Denis & Bridget McConnel who had 2 sons that I know about James and John and 6 daughters Nancy, Elizabeth, Margaret, Rosanna, Catherine, and Rebecca).. My Line stems from James and is well documented. I only have a partial history of John's line. John and Sarah McConnell had at least 4 children James, Sarah, Alexander, & Ann. All were born from 1807 to 1814. That is about all I know of that side of the family. Family verbal history says that there are another dozen brothers to James and John with which we have lost touch. The 1800 census tells us that a William McConnel lived close to Dennis and may have been an older son, but that would only be conjecture. Other family names in the area, with whom the McConnell's share ties are Jordan, Clark, Daniels, Elder, Johnston, Orr, Ramsey, Sankey, Falls, Young, Campbell, Kinsey, Carlon, Graham, Drake, & Swartz. I would be curious to know if you think if there is any overlap in the lines. All the best, Dennis D McConnell President McConnell Homes, Inc. 964 Adair Ave. Atlanta, Ga. 30306 O-404-874-6767 F-404-888-9815 http://www.mcconnellhomes.com/ Recipient of the 2005 Atlanta Regional Commission's "Exceptional Merit Award for Context Sensitive Neighborhood Infill Design" Builder of the 2006 Southern Building Show show house 2004 Winner of the Earthcraft Homes "Custom Home Builder of the Year" Award -----Original Message----- From: mcconnell-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:mcconnell-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of gc-gateway@rootsweb.com Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 8:57 PM To: MCCONNELL-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [McConnell] Mrs. Elizabeth McConnell Book d. 1903 Lawrence Co. PA This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: McConnell, Book, English, Gibson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2407/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE WEEKLY HERALD; Nov. 18, 1903 MRS. E. L. BOOK Mrs. Elizabeth Book, wife of Esli Book of Slipperyrock township, passed away at the family residence Monday morning at ten o'clock from puerperal fever. The death of this lady was totally unexpected and it was a great shock to the community when it was announced. The deceased was a member of the Oak Grove United Presbyterian Church at Slipperyrock (township) and was one of its best supporters. She was a good woman and always endeavored to do what was right. She was 40 years of age and was born in Butler county. Deceased has lived in this section all of her life and was one of the best known women in Lawrence Co [PA]. Besides a mother, Mrs. John Gibson, of Slipperyrock [township] and a husband, she leaves the following children: Ethel, Nellie, Ida, Norman, Nancy and a week old babe. Five brothers also survive her. They ae F. E. McConnell of Eastbrook, Homer McConnell of this city, S. B. McConnell of Plaingrove; Norman of Castle Rock, Washington, and William of this city. NOTE: Elizabeth Nancy McConnell Book was the d/o Benoni and Mary Ann (English) McConnell. Lizzie was born in 1863 and died Nov. 13, 1903. John Gibson was the second husband of Mary Ann (English) McConnell. FYI: Lawrence Co. PA has a township called "Slipperyrock Twp." Butler Co. PA has a town called "Slippery Rock" as well as a township by that name. There is also a river called "Slippery Rock Creek" that flows through a state park called "McConnell's Mills." The river flows through both Lawrence and Butler Co. PA 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. ********* Visit the threaded archives of this list: http://archiver.rootsweb.com/th/index/MCCONNELL ********* Messages posted to the RootsWeb/Ancestry MCCONNELL Message Board are gatewayed to this Mailing List. Remember that the author of gatewayed messages may not be a list subscriber so please reply to gatewayed messages by clicking on the link and replying on the board. ************ ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to MCCONNELL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: McConnell, Book, English, Gibson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2407/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE WEEKLY HERALD; Nov. 18, 1903 MRS. E. L. BOOK Mrs. Elizabeth Book, wife of Esli Book of Slipperyrock township, passed away at the family residence Monday morning at ten o'clock from puerperal fever. The death of this lady was totally unexpected and it was a great shock to the community when it was announced. The deceased was a member of the Oak Grove United Presbyterian Church at Slipperyrock (township) and was one of its best supporters. She was a good woman and always endeavored to do what was right. She was 40 years of age and was born in Butler county. Deceased has lived in this section all of her life and was one of the best known women in Lawrence Co [PA]. Besides a mother, Mrs. John Gibson, of Slipperyrock [township] and a husband, she leaves the following children: Ethel, Nellie, Ida, Norman, Nancy and a week old babe. Five brothers also survive her. They ae F. E. McConnell of Eastbrook, Homer McConnell of this city, S. B. McConnell of Plaingrove; Norman of Castle Rock, Washington, and William of this city. NOTE: Elizabeth Nancy McConnell Book was the d/o Benoni and Mary Ann (English) McConnell. Lizzie was born in 1863 and died Nov. 13, 1903. John Gibson was the second husband of Mary Ann (English) McConnell. FYI: Lawrence Co. PA has a township called "Slipperyrock Twp." Butler Co. PA has a town called "Slippery Rock" as well as a township by that name. There is also a river called "Slippery Rock Creek" that flows through a state park called "McConnell's Mills." The river flows through both Lawrence and Butler Co. PA 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: McConnell, Marshall, Cahart Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2406/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE NEWS; Jan. 29, 1902 McCONNELL-MARSHALL: The many friends of Howard B. McConnell and Miss Jennie Marshall will be suprised to learn of their marriage which was solemized in Youngstown [OH], Tuesday, January 28, by Rev. Cahart. The bride and groom are both well known young people of this city, and their many friends wish them much happiness and prosperity in their wedded life. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: McConnell, Elder Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2405/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE NEWS; Jan 8, 1906 John Elder McConnell of Scott township; b. April 1818 d. Jan. 1906 in his 88th year Member of 1st Presbyterian church Republican Wife survives: _____ (Elder), a sister of John Elder, Sr. brother survives: William H. McConnell of Harlansburg no issue Greenwood Cemetery 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: McConnell, Buchanan, Boozel Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2404/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE DEMOCRAT; Mar. 30, 1899 p.3 HARRY B. McCONNELL, aged 8 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. S. B. McConnell of Shenango township, after a short illness of appendicitus, died on Saturday. The funeral services were held Monday afternoon; interment was made in Harmony Baptist cemetery. NOTE: Harry was the son of Stewart Benoni McConnell and the late Anna Rebecca Buchanan who d. abt. 1895 and he was buried with his mother at Harmony Baptist cemetery. At the time of Harry's death, Stewart had remarried Frances Armina Boozel d/o William and Nancy (McConnell) Boozel of Plaingrove, Lawrence Co. PA. Yes, they were cousins. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: McConnell, Buchanan, Boozel Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2403/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE DEMOCRAT; Mar. 30, 1899 p.3 HARRY B. McCONNELL, aged 8 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. S. B. McConnell of Shenango township, after a short illness of appendicitus, died on Saturday. The funeral services were held Monday afternoon; interment was made in Harmony Baptist cemetery. NOTE: Harry was the son of Stewart Benoni McConnell and the late Anna Rebecca Buchanan who d. abt. 1895 and he was buried with his mother at Harmony Baptist cemetery. At the time of his death, Stewart had remarried Frances Armina Boozel d/o William and Nancy (McConnell) Boozel of Plaingrove, Lawrence Co. PA. Yes, they were cousins. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: Book, McConnell, English, Taylor Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2402/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE NEWS: Aug. 13, 1891 p.2 MARRIED: Mr. Elsie Book, and Miss Lizzie McConnell, both of Slippery Rock township, were married last Thursday July 30th at the residence of Rev. Winegart. NOTE: Mr. Eslie L. Book s/o William & Nancy (Taylor) Book and Miss Elizabeth Nancy McConnell d/o Benoni & Mary Ann (English) McConnell. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: Book, McConnell, English, Taylor Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2401/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE NEWS: Aug. 13, 1891 p.2 MARRIED: Mr. Elsie Book, and Miss Lizzie McConnell, both of Slippery Rock township, were married last Thursday July 30th at the residence of Rev. Winegart. NOTE: Mr. Eslie L. Book s/o William & Nancy (Taylor) Book and Elizabeth Nancy McConnell d/o Benoni & Mary Ann (English) McConnell. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: Gardner, McConnell, McBride, Laird Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2400/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NEW CASTLE DAILY CITY NEWS; Dec. 26, 1889 p.2 DOUBLE WEDDING: At the house of Mr. Alex. Gardner, near New Castle, on the Youngstown road, on the evening of Dec. 24th, by the Rev. W. R. Laird, Mr. William J. McBride and and Miss Laura M. Gardner, and Mr. William H. McConnell and Miss Maggie M. Gardner, all of New Castle, PA. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: Gibson, McConnell, Stewart, English, Clark Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2399/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BUTLER CITIZEN; June 28, 1882 McCONNELL--GIBSON: On June 20, 1882, by Rev. James A. Clark, Mr. John Gibson, of Princeton, Lawrence Co. PA and Miss Mary A. McConnell, of Portersville, Butler county, PA. NOTE: This was a second marriage for both individuals. Mr. Gibson was first married to Hannah McConnell who died before 1881, leaving him with 4 sons and a daughter. Mary Ann (English) McConnell was the widow of Benoni McConnell who died in 1870 leaving her with 5 sons and a daughter. Mary Ann was the daughter of James & Elizabeth Gourley (Stewart) English. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JayneBeech Surnames: McConnell, Jones, Clark Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2398/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BUTLER CITIZEN; Feb. 22, 1882 McCONNELL-JONES: On March 15, 1882, by Rev. James A. Clark, Mr. James Homer McConnell and Miss Annie E. Jones both of Muddycreek township, this county. [Butler Co. PA] 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: akneavel Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/196.197.419.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Correction. On doing more genealogy work, David McConnell, Jr., son of David McConnell and Catherine Hineman traveled from LaCrosse Co., Wisconsin to Kansas (not Minnesota)as his wife's parents moved to Kansas (Fort Reily area). David McConnell, Sr, came first to Walworth Co., Wisconsin from the Trumbull Co./Portage Co., Ohio area around 1843. David, Sr. moved to LaCrosse Co., Wi around 1852-3 from Walworth Co., Wi. David, Sr. was born around 1792-3 in Pa. and may be a son of John McConnell. I'm still working on this kinship. akneavel@cox.net. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: akneavel Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/196.197.419.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks. I have this info. This William in the Bio is an elder brother of my great grandfather James McConnell. Both are sons of David McConnell and Catherine Hineman. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: RMunns7272 Surnames: McConnell, Cooley, Brabrant Classification: biography Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/196.197.419.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: >From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 773. City of La Crosse WILLIAM McCONNELL; born in Portage Co., Ohio, July 15, 1822, where he lived until 21 years of age. He took a course at the Veterinary College, Columbus, Ohio; removed to Elkhorn, Walworth Co., Wis., in 1843; three years of this time he was engaged in the cattle trade; he removed to Fulton, Rock Co., where he purchased a hotel, which he conducted one year. He was married in Rock Co. to Candace Cooley, born in Ohio, and removed to Dane Co. from Licking Co., Ohio. Mr. McConnell settled in the city of La Crosse, May, 1851, where he engaged in keeping hotel; kept what was known as the Miller House for two years; was also engaged in the stage and livery business for about five years. In 1852, he established the first ferry between La Crosse and La Crescent; afterward engaged in general business, including stock buying and his profession as horse farrier; the latter business he still follows. Mr. and Mrs. McConnell have had five children, four of whom are living - George; Elizabeth! , now Mrs. John K. Brabrant; Kate and James. [I am not related to this family and have no further information. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!] 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: KirstenSaxe Surnames: McConnell Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2397.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sandy, you're very welcome. I hope that the Hugh and Mary I am thinking of were young enough to be your James' parents, or at least can be shown to be a part of his tree. If you have any questions at all about Sussex County or other regional McConnell families, please don't hesitate to ask. I know more about the ones in Sussex, Morris, Warren, and Passaic Counties than those in other locations, but might be able to help with others, especially if you are looking to find other McConnell researchers. Right now I can't think of any help to ask for in Sussex County, but I really appreciate your offer and will keep it in mind. 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.

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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: sandymcconnell Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2397.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks for your response! I'm aware of McConnells in northern New Jersey as I actually live in Sussex County, but this is the first that I've heard of a Mary and Hugh in Orange County. I've been trying to find a fit with the New Castle, DE, clan because one census indicated a connection there. But I'll definitely look into Orange County. This family did seem to travel a lot, although my husband's grandmother mentioned the railroad as their occupation and not boats. James' wife was named Abigail and seems to have been born in Pennsylvania. I don't know her maiden name but an unsubstantiated source in Family Seach claims that it's Westbrook. And there happen to have been Westbrooks in the Sussex County area as well. If I can help you with finding things in northern New Jersey let me know! 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ksaxe Surnames: McConnell, Utter Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.mcconnell/2396.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I don't have any knowledge of this Eliza A. McConnell, but I couldn't help but notice that the undertaker was a Utter. Utter is a somewhat unusual name that I see in northwestern NJ (Sussex and Passaic Counties) and neighboring Orange County, NY. I know of at least one McConnell - Utter marriage there. I don't see how this Eliza ties in with those folks, but I wonder if her McConnell family and the undertaker's Utter family were from the same area. I don't know if this lady is your relative or not, but in any case, thanks for posting the obit. It is interesting how families that are or may be connected with NJ are showing up on this board and list now. 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.