This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: EileenWilson001 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.britisles.ireland.tyr.general/60.828.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The answer will lie in Scotland with Richard's death record which should name his parents and a place of birth. The Scottish records are very good, but will cost you some money (not hugely expensive): http://www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk/welcome.aspx 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.