This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: maconnaugh Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.ireland.arm.general/9901.4.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Kathleen: I just finished writing to Mary and your father, Patrick, would be my grandmother's Brother. We have a very large family here in America who has often wondered about the family who remained in Ireland. As you can probably assume, I have been making a lot of phone calls this morning to family members and everyone is really excited. Aunt Katie married John Cosgrove and had 7 children that we know of. She married Pat McDowney (spelled wrong) after her first husband passed away and made trips back to Ireland sometime in the 1950's. My grandmother had one son that she called "Billy" to everyone in the family. Susan and Kate McShane's mother and father were Charles and Jane McCreesh of Drumlougher, so I know we are definitely related. The Australia and England connection I would have never guessed since those who came to America still live very close to one another. I would love to get in contact and as I have posted to Mary, will contact you both via email. I have a copy of your father's World War 1 photo that I am sure your family would love to see. My condolences on your sister's passing. Best Regards, Maria 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.