Most of the people to emigrate from Ayrshire settled in America, Australia and Canada. If you are looking to find information on anyone, in Ayrshire or abroad, you can post a message with as much information about them as you can, hopefully, someone will then be able to give information on the person you are enquiring about.

An interesting website with a list of ships with their passenger lists that carried emigrants to the US, Canada and Australia between 1685 and 1903 is www.scotlandsfamily.com/ships-passengers. Records of ships and their passengers before the 1890s can be hard to find.

To post your enquiry, email: info@ayrshirescotland.com

Trent Barr 20. 07. 2008

My name is Trent Barr. I guess Barr is a pretty common name there in Scotland. I am a huge golfer too. Anyway, I met Allan McNish last year in Monterey California for the ALMS races and I noticed that his helmet has the tartan colors that reflect his last name or his district in Scotland where he is from. Does Barr have a tartan color or colors like that too? Can someone send me a picture of the pattern so I can show my 5 month old son when he is older where his name comes from? Thanks much, Trent Barr Roseville, CA. Email: tpbarr@hotmail.com.

Ritchie Family 16. 07. 2008

My ggggg- grandfather was JAMES RITCHIE born 8 May 1757 in Stewarton Parish, Ayrshire, Scotland. His father was ALEXANDER RITCHIE III born in 1739 in Ayrshire, Scotland. His mother was MARGARET WILSON born on 4 Jan 1729 in Stewarton Parish, Ayrshire, Scotland. James went to Liverpool, England and then in 1774 he immigrated to America on a ship called "Marigold" with his brothers. Any information on the Ritchie family would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Lissa Ritchie(California) Email: llibertyordeath@yahoo.com.

Peter Davon 16. 07. 2008

I have been trying to trace the ancestor/s of my great great grand father, Peter Davon born Kilmarnock or Ayr 1819 and who came to Australia in 1848. I would like to establish the link to his parentage to allow me to build a family history beyond the point where I am now. So far i have had no luck as it seems that records were not compulsory in Scotland prior to 1855. Can anyone help in this matter. Please reply, but money making schemes need not reply. TD Bendigo Australia. Email: bartel@impulse.net.au.

George Morton Paterson 14. 07. 2008

My name is George Morton Paterson, the eldest son of George Martel Paterson and Edna Kornder. My father was born (March 3rd, 1903) and raised in Upper Kennetcook, Hants Cty, Nova Scotia, and his parents were Alexander Paterson and Mary White, both, I believe, from Stranraer (sp?), Ayrshire, Scotland. My grandfather Alexander (Sandy) was born about 1870, and I know nothing about him. If anyone can help me in my search, please email me at: morton.paterson@gmail.com.

Jerry Castille 14. 07. 2008

I am Jerry Castille Married To Tommie Jean Mclemore. I have traced her family to William Mcilmorrow Born about 1635 Died 1679 ? in Glassal Columwell Parish, Ayrshire, Scotland. Married Mary Aitken Born about 1635, Died About 1700 Glassal Columwell Parish, Ayrshire, Scotland. Any Information on this family would be appreciated. Thanks Have a good day. Jerry Castille, 1134 Hebert Lane, St. Martinville, Louisiana, 70582 U.S.A. Email: castillejf@cox.net.

Margaret Green 09. 06. 2008

I wonder if anyone can help me to find descendants of David Caldwell b Kirkmichael Ayrshire 1859 who married Elizabeth Davidson. They moved to Helensburgh and had a family of five sons and one daughter. The family went to the USA between 1907/1920 the last son to go was William R Caldwell and his wife Jean. The family settled in Cleveland Ohio. They were joiners and plumbers. William died in 1963 aged 73 years. His brother Andrew died three days before William. William had lived for nearly twenty years at 644 E 260th St. Euclid and was a member of the Forest Hills Masonis Lodge. He was survived by his wife Jean and son William R Jnr. and three daughters Mrs Helen Spicer Mrs Ann Arant of Lima, Ohio and Mrs Betty English of Raleigh N.C. His sister Mrs Cecilia McLellan of Indianapolis survived William. I would love to find this family. Thanks, Margaret. Email: margaret.green8@btopenworld.com.

Sheryn M. Carew 03. 06. 2008

I am looking for any information about the Jamiesons from Beith or the Carews from Dalry.? Elizabeth Jamieson and Pierce Carew both emigrated to Waterbury, Connecticut USA in the early 1900s.? They were married there.? Pierce, my grandfather, was one of six children ~ the youngest I think.? Elizabeth Jamieson was one of 13 ~ several of whom did not survive to adulthood. I'd be interested in knowing if there are any remaining Jamiesons or Carews in the Beith/Dalry area and how I can contact them.? I'd love to be able to put together some of the pieces of the puzzle.? Unfortunately, my dad was the last of his generation that we know of over here and he passed away last August. Thank you. Sheryn M. Carew. Email: kelonac@aol.com.

Carolyn Anderson 21. 05. 2008

I am searching for the McMillian's of Dundonald Ayr, Scotland James McMillian married Elizabeth Buchanan on 17 Feb 1795. They had three children that I can find. Ann Davis bapt. 6 Dec 1795 Hugh Baillie McMillian bapt. 22 Jan 1798 Alexander McMillian bapt. 12 Dec 1800. I am particularly interested in info on the two sons. I believe both went to Herefordshire and worked as gardeners at Stanage Park in Brampton Bryan. Hugh Baille McMillian married Anne Bryan 01 Mar 1828 Caynham, Sjropshire and Alexander McMillian married Mary Cane 1834 in Brampton Bryan. I have found Hugh on the Census of 1841 and his name is spelt MacMillian but that is no big deal. Alexander died in 1838 in Brampton Bryan. I am hoping that this is the right family. If anyone has information on them I would appreciate it. Thank you Carolyn Anderson. Email: 5anderson@comcast.net.

Kaye MacKenzie 16. 05. 2008

I am interested in serching for the parents of John McKenzie born 1787 in Ayrshire Scotland, he immingrated to Canada in 1804 he married Mary McNair, who was born in Scotland, she had also immigrated to Canada. I am interested in his parents names.......his oldest sons name was William,that might be a clue, and there oldest daughters name was Margaret. Thankyou for your time....Kaye Mckenzie. Email: kayemac@telusplanet.net.

Lynda 04. 05. 2008

I am interested in any information relating to the history surrounding the surname - Eaglesham. I have managed to find a connection between the name and the Ayrshire district. I am hoping someone can enlighten me as I know one of my relatives gave their eldest child Eaglesham as a second name so that this side of the child's family heritage would never be lost. Any help would be great. Cheers. Lynda (Australia) at: lynda2ron@yahoo.com.au.

Letitia McMillan 09. 04. 2008

Hi, my name is Noelene Neilson and I am from Queensland, Australia. I am looking for any information on a lady by the name of Letitia McMillan who was born in Kilmarnock, Scotland in 1837 and her parents names were Samuel McMillan and Janet (Jannet) Clarke. She came to Australia and was married at 16 to John Jones in Melbourne in 1853. I believe she was my great grandmother and would greatly appreciate any information on her or her family. I can be contacted at the following email address: noeleneneilson@yahoo.com.au.

Barr/Faddis Family History 09. 04. 2008

I am looking for family members who are related to Annie Barr and Robert Faddis. Both were from Ayrshire and immigrated to Canada in 1928. Each had 7 or 8 siblings, some of whom are still in Scotland. I would like some information as I am hoping to travel to the area in the summer of 2008 and would like to look up some long lost relatives. Please contact me at: loonladymir@yahoo.ca Thank you.

Blain Family 20. 03. 2008

I'm trying to find any information about the Blain family name origin. The Ayr region has come up a few times. If anyone has information about any Blain's in Ayr or that immigrated to Ontario Canada in the late 1800's please contact me. Jason Blain. Email: jason.blain@sympatico.ca.

Clive Bevan 18. 02. 2008

I am interested in hearing from anyone with connections to the Foulds
family, in particular John Foulds a gamekeeper on the Auchans Estate by Dundonald until his death in 1847. John was born c1788 and married Isabel Strang
in 1802. Other family members settled in Eaglesham and Tarbolton. Email: clivebevan70@hotmail.com.

Hugh Walker 30. 01. 2008

I am hoping to find information and descendants of the Walkers from Ayr. I have found that my ggf James Gray Walker was born in 1845 to James Walker and Alison (Gray) Walker. He had an older sister Alison born in 1839 and a younger brother Andrew born in 1847, both in Ayr. My ggf James Gray Walker came to Alaska through Canada some time before 1879. That is the date I have for my gf James Walker born in Alaska. Hope to hear from someone. Email: walkerzoo@alaska.net.

Cunningham research 28. 12. 2007

Looking for any information on Cunnignham relatives migrating to the USA. I have three generations of information they lived in Pennsylvania and Ohio. Thanks for any possible leads. Respectfully. David. Email: davwv@yahoo.com.

Kennedy family 26. 12. 2007

I am searching for any details on Nicholas Kennedy born 1793. Place of birth is listed as 'Ejir'. I am not sure if this is an old spelling or misprint of Ayr. He travelled to Ireland and married Sarah in 1815 in Armagh. They had 4 children in Ireland before immigrating to New Jersey. There they had 1 son before moving on to Halton County Ontario Canada where their final child was born. Nicholas would be my gg grandfather. We have been unable to find any information of his parents or siblings. Can anyone shed some light on this? I can be reached at ahaslock1@cogeco.ca. Really looking forward to any data. Regards, Karen Haslock, Halton County Ontario Canada

Rob Bennethum 28. 11. 2007

My great grandparents came from Ayrshire Scotland. My grandfather, born in Canada was Archie F Baird. My great grandfather was John Baird from Ayrshire. Any information you may have would be wonderful. Thank you Rob Bennethum Reading, PA USA. Email: RBennethum@LOOMISCO.com.

Wilson Family 27. 11. 2007

I am researching my family history. Great great great grandfather Thomas Wilson was born about 1767, one of his children, Hugh born 1798 was my great great grandfather, his son David ((1837) was my great grandfather and his son George (1879) was my grandfather. As far as I can tell all were born in Girvan, Ayrshire up to my grandfather who I believe to have been born in England. I would dearly love to hear from anyone who may have any information about the family, or maybe related. Regards, Barbara Sellars (Wilson) Brisbane Australia. Email: sellars@powerup.com.au.

Michelle Turner 26. 10. 2007

Hello my name is Michelle Turner I am trying to find out any information on my great grandmother Agnes McFadzen born on 29 July 1892 (Kingcase Prestwick). Her father was James Mcfadzen who had something to do with the railways. Her mother was Elizabeth Murchie who was a domestic servant. Agnes had a younger sister named Elizabeth. Agnes, Elizabeth and there mother immigrated to Australia about 1911 to Queensland. Agnes married John Dean on 16 May 1918 in Victoria. Agnes had cousins who also immigrated to Australia. Lilly, Selina, Jock, Charles, James, Alexander & Jean McDowell. If any one can assist me please contact me on : turnerm4@optusnet.com.au.

Donna Johnson 17. 10. 2007

Hello, my name is Donna and I live in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I have traced my family back to Ayrshire Scotland to Andrew Dunlop born about 1796. The civil parish was Kilwinning, county was Ayrshire, and the parish number is #599. Andrew Dunlop's wife was Jean, he had a son Andrew Greig born about 1829 and William Reyburn born July 18 1837 (year is approx). I would love any and all help as how I can research from abroad, (I am a member of Ancestry) or even better, have someone contact me who have these people in their family tree. I know that Andrew brought his family over to Canada in about 1842. I have no idea if Andrew or Jean (unknown maiden name) left siblings/parents behind. Please contact me. If I can I will gladly return the favour and help someone research here in Canada. Sincerely, Donna. Email : deejay2@telus.net.

Robert.Hancock 17. 10. 2007

Does anyone know of the parents of William David McMail Born 1902 believed to be Ayrshire. William Davis McMail married a Welsh lady called Kathleen Gulliford both are now deceased. William David had 2 brothers a Lewis or Louis McMail and a Jock McMail. Lewis was the elder Brother we believe he may have serves in a Scottish Regiment? Jock McMail Married a Welsh Lady Margaret and died Burry Port South Wales.He had 3 Sisters Bella (Isabella?), Lottie and Barbara. I am trying to get some information for the daughter of William McMail i.e. Jeanette Irene McMail.. Please e-mail : robert.hancock1@tesco.net if you can assist, many thanks.

Ailsa McKenzie 07. 10. 2007

Hi, I live in New Zealand but my father was born in Ayrshire - at 'Turnberry Lodge'. I have viewed this lodge from the road, but would be very interested to know just what sort of lodge it was and why he was born there. Was it a maternity home at that time? Any information would be very much appreciated, Ailsa. Email : ammck@xtra.co.nz.

Dianne McHarg 07. 10. 2007

I Dianne McHarg is having trouble with family tree. I am looking for
any information on William Dunlop McHarg who was born in Ayr, Scotland
in 1888, married Margaret Ann Alcroft, she and her family travelled out
on the S. S. Barradine in March 1924 and he arrived 2 years before but
I don't know the name of the ship. Their childrens names were: Margaret
Ann McHarg born 1910 Ayr Scotland William Henry McHarg born 1913 Ayr
Scotland James Hendry McHarg born 1915 Ayr Scotland John William McHarg
born 1917 Ayr Scotland Robert McCullough McHarg born 1919 Ayr Scotland
Samuel McHarg born 1921 Ayr Scotland. They had 3 others who were born
in NSW Australia and they were David McCullock McHarg, Agnes Parkes
McHarg and Flora McPherson McHarg. If you can help with anything on
this family it would be greatly appreciated. You can reach me at : deep_springs@bigpond.com. Dianne McHarg.

Wendy Wade 21. 09. 2007

Hi from Australia. I am looking for JOHN BARR born 1798 in Beith, Ayrshire, Scotland. He married JEAN GILMORE born 1807 in Dundonald Ayrshire, Scotland. Their son FRANCIS BARR was born in 1830 in Beith and he married AGNES GIBB ALLISON, from Barony, Lanark, Scotland. They were married in Scotland on the 24th Dec.1827 when they were about 20 and soon after immigrated to Australia FRANCIS BARR was my GGGG Grandfather. Any information would be greatly appreciated from anyone knowing of any descendants, family crests or tartans. Please email me at: wendy2411@hotmail.com. Many thanks, Wendy

Katherine McIlwain 15. 09. 2007

I am looking for information on the McIlwains and Scotts of Aye, Scotland. My ancestors emigrated from Scotland to Belfast, Ireland and then emigrated to South Carolina, USA in 1790. The first names on my pedigree are James McIlwain and Caty Scott. Their offspring (some born in Scotland) were John, William, Andy, Nancy, Betsy and Jenny. Any information you might provide about either family would be much appreciated. I can be reached at: katherinemcilwain@comcast.net. Thank you, distant cousins!

Irene Russell 13. 09. 2007

I am looking for information on my grandfather James (MCrae or McCreadie)Russell born april 12,1885 at 169 Rankinston Coylton Ayrshire. I am particularly interested in his mother and father Charles Russell married at Annabank Church Tarbolton Apr.11 1873 to Annie Clark (great grandparents) and Ann Russell mother of Charles Russell. She was not wed to Charles' father?. Email: catherine.russell@sympatico.ca.

The McKenzie Family 10. 09. 2007

I am looking for any records concerning my father Thomas McKenzie. He states he was born in Ayr. Thomas migrated/worked on ship to Australia around 1926. I have various papers that give his birthdate as one of 2 September 1904, 7 September 1907 or sometime in 1911 (unlikely). Thomas' parents are John or Thomas McKenzie and Mary McNeilly. OR these are his brother and sister. John/Thomas McKenzie was a tailor. Any information would be most appreciated. Email: pmc84525@bigpond.net.au.

James Hillis 09. 09. 2007

I have begun researching my family bloodlines and have succeeded in finding my Great-Great Grandfather. Thomas hillis was his name and was born in Scotland Feb 1835 or close to that date. Canadian Census show him here in 1871 but not before that and in tracing him i believe, from the records available, that he was from Ayrshire Scotland. Little is known of the man and with most of our family unsure of our history it has fallen upon me to dig up the past and find our roots. If there is any hillis's left in Ayrshire i would love to hear from them and find out if they know whether i am barking up the right tree[i know a bad pun]. And if this is not the family line then i will continue to look. Thank you very much...James D. Hillis Email: jimhillis57@rogers.com.

Stephanie Mayes 09. 09. 2007

I am wondering what you can tell me on the threshing mills in Aryshire history. I am looking for specific information regarding a threshing mill business run by William Stewart of the Isle of Bute. He used have the Nether Ardroscadale and Upper Ardroscadale farms there. Any information you have would be great! Thank you, Stephanie Mayes Email: mayes1402@yahoo.com.

Giffen Stevenson 21. 08. 2007

I am looking for two different surnames connected to me, all with roots in Ayrshire. Specifically, line of ALEXANDER GIFFEN (1809 - 1885), son of Margaret & (unknown) Giffen. He had several siblings, including: Jane (Muir), Fleming, Agness, and Hector. I am trying to figure out who Alexander's father was, and further back from there. I am also interested in the parentage of Elizabeth STEVENSON (GIFFEN), Alexander's wife, also of Ayrshire. I know her mother's name was Janet (maiden name unknown), but I am not sure of her father's name, etc. Any and all information would be greatly appreciated! Thank you! Email: scarletbegonia417@hotmail.com.

Brad Barr 21. 08. 2007

hello from canada,i am getting married in june 2008 and i am looking for any information on the "BARR" clan tartan. also i am looking for our coat of arms and any info anybody can give about my last name. Hope to get a little help from anyone who cane give it!! I live in a little town in Ontario Canada called "Almonte" please help me make my wedding be one for the books here in this little town. Thank you!! Brad Barr Email: cruscher@primus.ca.

Karen 31. 07. 2007

In the late 1700's James Denniston came to America. I've been told that he may have come from Ayeshire, Scotland. Can anyone help? Email: kdenniston@charter.net.

Marie Hawthorn 28. 07. 2007

I am trying to find any photographs of the Italian Fish restaurant owned by
the Guidi brothers in the early part of the 20th century. They came over
from the Barga, Tuscany area in Italy. The restaurant was located at the
top end of Kilmarnock near the railway bridges I believe. My grandfather,
Basilio was one of the brothers and I believe he ran the chip shop in
Hurlford until his untimely death. I have never managed to get an exact
location for the Kilmarnock restaurant but feel someone out there might have
a photo. If anyone can help please contact me at: removed@lycos.co.uk. Many thanks, Marie Hawthorn xxx

Diane DeWitt 04. 07. 2007

Hi, I am Diane DeWitt and I am trying to find information regarding my great-great-grandfather JAMES WILLEY DICKIE who I believe was born in Ayr or Ayrshire around 1839 or 1840. He emmigrated to the Boston, MA. and fought for the North during the Civil War. At some point he married ELIZABETH MCKEY, a Scotswoman. If you have any information regarding him or his wife, please contact me at: Email: dewittdiane@hotmail.com. Thank you for your consideration.

Charlie Hubbard 19. 06. 2007

I'm so hoping someone can help me. I'm trying to find information on my Great Great Great Grandfather. This bit of information came from a slip of paper in a family bible. James Hepburn was born in Ayrshire, Scotland 12 Jan 1838. He married Margaret Lyon Crichton in the states. She was from Dundee, Scotland born 22 Nov 1840. Margaret Crichton came to the United States in 1846 with her family. In 1855 James Hepburn came to the United States, it's unknown if it was alone or with family. I can not find any information on either of these two people once I hit Scotland. Any little bit of information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, Charlie Hubbard "Blessed Are The Cracked, For They Shall Let In The Light." ~Groucho Marx~ Email: Sardonic@ezeeweb.com.

MARY SARAH (DAVEY) HAWES 15. 06. 2007

My two daughters, one daughter-in-law & I are travelling to Scotland in September. We would be interested to hear from any decendants of my grandfather's or grandmother's families. My grandfather was David Herron, born at midnight June 21st,1876 at Balvaird. His father was Alexander Herron, his mother Jane (Thomson) Herron; they were maried on October 21st, 1853 at Kirkoswald, County of Ayr. Grandpa's birth registry is signed by "Wm Herron, Registrar" We also have a copy of Grandma & Grandpa's marriage register. Grandma was Mary Sneddon, born November 1, 1875 at Girvan, Ayrshire. They were married on March 11, 1898 at Kirkoswald. Grandma's parents were William Sneddon & Jane (McDougall) Sneddon. David & Alexander Herron are said to be "woodsmen", while William Sneddon was "gas. manager" at Culzean, Kirkoswald. We think they emmigrated to Canada in early 1904. We would be grateful for any help we might get. Email: maryhawes@shaw.ca.

Glen Dobbie 09. 06. 2007

My family name is DOBBIE. After some research I have found that the family roots are in the Maybole/Kirkmichael area. I have just about gone as far as I can tracing the Family tree and would love to swap any info with any Dobbie's still in the area. Did you know we had a Lord Mayor in the Family? Email: glen-d@tiscali.co.uk.

Mae Conlan Myers 12. 05. 2007

I was born in Darvel Aryshire (november 1947) My mum was Anne Richmond and my father was John H. Truesdale. I still keep in touch with a few family members, but am interested in finding more. I am just starting to do a family geneology. Let me know if we are related. Mae Conlan Myers. Email: mae.myers@comcast.net.

James B Macclanahan 01. 05. 2007

Hello, I am looking for information on the parents and other relitives of John MacDonald. He was born in Ayr Scotland on 17 February 1854, and lived in Kilwinning. In his daughters notes, she said his parents are Noah MacDonald who was born in Scotland and died around 1856,and Betsy (Barker) MacDonald who was born in England and died around 1864. Noah was a surgeon. John went to Edinbourgh like his father and came to the U.S. in 1885. In 1893 he married Ida Battel who work for Clara Barten, the founder of the Red Cross. I thank you in advance for any help you can give me. Jim MacClanahan (I live in Sacramento, California, USA) Email: jmacclanahan@sbcglobal.net.

Steve Selig 10. 04. 2007

Hello, I’m researching the American naval architect Henry Eckford (1775 – 1832) and his various ship designs and builds. He was born in Kilwinning, Scotland then immigrated to Canada and later would become America’s premier ship designer during the War of 1812. He moved to Turkey in 1831 to build ships for the Sultan and died in Constantinople (Istanbul) Turkey on November 12, 1832. Any help with information would be appreciated Thanks. Email: redtitan78@yahoo.com.

Gwen McCord 10. 04. 2007

My ansestors are from Ayr....Lots of them...My Grand ma ma Jane Clinton was born in Ayr 1873,...Her father Patrick Clinton was born around 1840...died 1926 in Ayr, Brian Clinton and Ann Stanley were his parents from Ayr...I really doubt any long lost relatives are left who may know of the family....My great grandfather was said to be the Harbor Master from Ayr....I suspect a pretty good position at the time.....perhaps it's not really true ...who knows?? As fate would have it, my husband and I will be spending 4 nights inAyr starting on June 14, 2007.....I wonder if there are folks/historians out there who have a command of the names mentioned....thank you Gwendolyn McCord....from florida, USA. Email: gwenmccord@hotmail.com.

Donald Allen (Allan) 20. 03. 2007

I am looking for family descendants or parents of Alexander Allan who lived
in Girvan, Ayrshire during the 1841 Census and was born in 1806. His wife's
name is Jannet and she was born in 1811. They had 6 children, one of which
was my great-grandfather, James, born in 1839, who came to America around
1863-1868 and settled in Red Bud, IL. If you have any information concerning
this family, please let me know at. Email: don.allen@navy.mil.

Maggie 18. 03. 2007

I have many Ancestors from Ayr. James Brackenridge b. 1762, Ayr married Margaret McDowell and had a son James ABT 1788. James married Sarah McClure b. ABT 1804 Tarbolton. Any information on this family gratefully received. Email: maggiemay@onwight.net.

Pauline Hortle 05. 03. 2007

Hi I am from Tasmania, Australia and seeking any information on Robert Craig born about 1864 and his wife Annie Craig nee Aitkin born about 1861. They were both born in Ayrshire, Scotland and later came to Australia. Their daughter Ann Roy was born on 2nd May 1887 and they lived in Lithgow, NSW, Australia. Many thanks, Pauline. Email: pauline.hortle@bigpond.com.

Jay Hoglund 28. 02. 2007

Hi! I am looking for genealogical information on: My Great-great grandfather: John Cunningham who died in 1846 in Stewarton, Ayrshire, Scotland. He married Elisabeth Reyburn on January 9, 1829, in Stewarton, Ayrshire, Scotland. Their children were named Alexander, Grizzell (Grace), Elisabeth C., and John (my great grandfather). My Great Grandfather: John Cunningham was born on March 8,1834 in Stewarton, Ayrshire, Scotland. He came to the US in (or before) 1864. I have more information on the descendents of the the above, if anyone is interested. I would like more information on the people listed above, if it is available. Thanks! Email: jhoglun@burnsmcd.com.

Barbara Boyd Martin 27. 02. 2007

My Boyd ancestors emigrated from Scotland to Northern Ireland - perhaps Ballybay - probably in the mid-1700's. As nearly as I can tell, Robert Boyd's family lived in Ayrshire, or in that vicinity. A Presbyterian minister, also Scottish, Dr. Thomas (?) Clark went to America with his congregation, which included the Boyds, in the late 1700's. They were lumbermen in New York State, and by 1895 had migrated south to Pennsylvania. I have many details about this Boyd branch after they arrived in New York State, but haven't yet determined their origin in Scotland. I'd be grateful for any information. I realize "Robert Boyd" is a common name - there are many of them. Other names associated with them in Central New York are Rowley, Campbell, Ingersoll and Butler. Email: boydmartin@peoplepc.com.

David Clark 22. 02. 2007

My grandfather, Robert Walker Emslie Clark, deserted my grandmother in 1903
leaving a three year old son. He was never heard of or seen again but I have
managed to trace his death certificate showing that he died in Mauchline in
1950 aged 79 years. His address was given as 21 Beechwood Road, Mauchline.
It is just possible he used the name Robert Walker as his marriage to my
grandmother was never anulled. If anybody remembers the family I should be
very pleased to hear from them.. Email: david.clark@bowleaze.me.uk.

Deane Gemmell 19. 02. 2007

I would like a bit of history about the Templehouse Farm and the Thorn Farms in Dunlop. My ancestors, the Gemmells seem to be born and die at these locations for centuries. Also, does anyone know where a place called Dunish might be? My great grandfather whose father was the last born at Thorn Farm, has Dunish, Ayrshire, Scotland as his birth place. Thanks much. Email: iamasara@comcast.net.

Melissa Seymour 18. 02. 2007

My grandmother, Betty Seymour nee. Armour left me her collection of handwritten notes for her family history. Her great great grandfather Matthew Armour came to Australia in 1841 with his wife Jean (nee. Nesbitt/ Nesbit) and their children. They were from Fenwick and Louden, Ayrshire. I have since found Matthew's father, Alexander who married Alison Foulds. They were from "Tyburn" Alison Fould's father was Allan Fowlds? and mother was Mary Wallace. Alexander's father was also Alexander from Kilmarnock b. 21 Dec, 1736 and he married Margaret Young. His father was James Armour who died 28 Mar 1757. James married Janet Auld on 8 Dec 1726. Isn't the internet marvelous! Matthew sailed from Greenock and it took 3 months to travel to Australia. It has taken me a few hours to travel more than 300 years in time. I would like to hear from any potential "relo's" back in the old country to say a virtual cheers and g'day to! Melissa Seymour. Email: ausko22@hotmail.com.

Jessica Alderwood 16. 02. 2007

Hi, My name is Jessica Alderwood, I have recently been trying to trace my family name, Alderwood, and found that I have some ancestors that have lived in Ayrshire, as far as I know, my family and I are the only Alderwoods left in the world, A.K.A. my brother is the last male to pass the name on. If anyone has any info. on the Alderwood lineage, I would be extremely interested. Email: cbaroud@actionsansfil.ca.

Sue Lawrence 25. 10. 2006

I am trying to trace my Family Tree back further than Alexander WATT (b 24.4.1790) m (1) Jean SHEDDON (d 1838). They farmed in the Fenwick area and had at least nine children, the eldest son also being Alexander WATT (b 5.8.1821) - my Great, Great Grandfather. I believe Alexander married a Helen (or Ellen) ORR after Jean Sheddon died and they seem to have had at least four further children. I have a note that suggests Alexander's parents may have been Hugh WATT and Janet KIRKLAND - but I have no proof and no details. Any help, suggestions etc gratefully received Sue Lawrence (nee Watt). Email: c.s.lawrence@btconnect.com.

Lois Bodsworth 24. 09. 2006

hi, my mums family all come from ayrshire. I have a photo of my great great grandad, Gilbert Brackenridge, standing outside of his shop in ayrshire and the address is 45 Cassillis road, Ayrshire. I would like to know what the shop is now used for, whether it is now a house or another shop. If anyone has any information about it or its current owners that would be brilliant. When my Gilbert owned it, it was called 'J & G Brackenridge' and it was a grocers. Also, on the other side of the family was a lady called Margaret Mcnaught. She was my great great gran. She had my great grandad, Hugh campbell mcnaught, out of wedlock and was disowned by the family and never seen again. Hugh was brought up thinking his grandparents were his parents. We dont know whether she changed her name or where she lived. She gave birth to Hugh in 1901 but her brith date is unknown. His fathers last name was Campbell. If anyone has any information it would be much appreciated. thank you, LoisHear about latest news and freebies first when you join The Insider Club. Email: bod16@hotmail.com.

Sylvia McMillen 18. 09. 2006

Hi, I am looking for William McMullen he was born in Scotland, not sure the town, not sure the year, and not sure of his parents. He died in 1820 in Kentucky. But I do know he married on 12-25-1792 in Nelson County, Kentucky (USA). To Sophia Kimbley Born 1774 in Northumberland County, Virginia (USA) and she died in 1822. They had 8 children all born in Kentucky (USA). William is my ggggrand father. I have seen several spelling of our name. McMullen, MacMullen, MacMillian, McMillian, McMillan,McMillen. Does anyone have any information on this line? Email: SJWoosley@aol.com.

Lyn de Klerk 12. 09. 2006

Hi, I'm looking for any information about ancestors and descendants of a David Wightman. As far as I know David, was most probably the son of John and Margaret Wightman (nee McCartney), and was born 21 June 1854 in Kilbirnie, Ayr, Scotland. David Wightman was possibly a policeman. David married Elizabeth Quinn on 10 December 1880 in Dalmellington, Ayr, Scotland. Elizabeth Quinn, daughter of Thomas and Martha Quinn (nee Prendergast), was born 20 March 1861 in Dalry, Ayr, Scotland. After their marriage David and Elizabeth Wightman moved to Lancashire, England and had about 10 children before returning to Ayrshire in later life. David Wightman most likely died 10 September 1922, and was buried 13 September 1992, in Dalmellington, Ayr, Scotland. Elizabeth Wightman most likely died 5 May 1946 and was buried 8 May 1946, also in Dalmellington. Any information on the above persons or their ancestors and/or descendants would be appreciated. Email: lyndeklerk@home.netspeed.com.au.

Jim Russell 05. 09. 2006

Hi, I am looking for any info of a Alfred James Cochrane and his wife Elizabeth Cochrane nee Dawson. Alfed died 7 October 1933 at Prestwick Ayr. Elizabeth died 20 July 1932. Alfred was also a Provost at Prestwick from 1915 to 1919. They had 3 children Edith, Alfred, & William Teaill Cochrane.

29. 09. 2006. Further to my postings 05. 09. 2006 re the Cochrane Family. Alfred James Cochrane at the time of his passing (1933) lived at 30 Main Street Preswick Ayr. The son William Teaill Cochrane lived at 121a Preswick Road Ayr, and the other son Alfred died In France in W.W.I. If any one can help please contact me.
Email: jimmag1@bigpond.net.au.

Krystle Neill 01. 09. 2006

My name is Krystle Neill from Washington State. My sister, Rachelle, and I were curious if we had any family left in Ayr Scotland. Our great grandfather was born in Ayr his name was Hugh Burns Neill born in 1865 he had a sister named Agnes Neill. Huge had two daughters and their names were Merle Neill and Agnes Neill. Email: NeillGirls2@aol.com.

Carolyn Langley 10. 08. 2006

I am a descandant of David Bryce from Ayr, Scotland whose son William Bryce (born dec 12, 1773 in Ayr) and wife Mary Ellen Orr Bryce (born June 9, 1774, daughter of James Orr and Agnes Fulton) immigrated to the Union District of South Carolina in the United States in 1799. Their first daughter, Agnes Bryce, was born in Ayr, Ayr, Scotland and christened on February 9, 1794. Soon after they moved to Lanark, Gorbals, Scotland where three more children were born: Mary Bryce (born October 18 1795), Thomas Jimison Bryce (born July 23, 1797, and Elizabeth, christened June 19, 1799.) If you are related to any of this Bryce family, please contact me as I am researching my genealogy connections in Scotland. I currently live near Carrollton, Georgia, USA where William and Mary Bryce lived in 1827 where it is believed they are buried near their youngest son. Thank you for any assistance. Carolyn Langley ggggg grandaughter of David Bryce Email: langlec@mindspring.com.

Gillian Hamilton Pook Lawrence 24. 06. 2006

My name is Gillian Lawrence(maiden name Pook) the daughter of Shena Hamilton and Alan Walter Pook. I am interested in finding out more about my mother's family. Her parents were James and Mary Hamilton. She also has a brother Stanley who married a Canadian girl named Anne from Winnipeg, Manitoba. My parents and grandparents immigrated to Peterborough, Ontario Canada on October 22, 1966. I also have a brother named Christopher James Pook. We still have some family in the Ayrshire area, Jim and Edith Brown who live in Symington; Bob and Maureen McCroskie (not sure where they live, only have email address). Both my grandfather and uncle were very involved in Scottish music. In fact my uncle had his own Scottish Country Dance band call "Stan Hamilton and the Flying Scotsman" I now live in Waterloo, Ontario Canada. I recently met a "Hamilton" at my work place and her family also comes from the Ayrshire area; and has the name of James going back through her family history. We are wondering if we are related, many lines back. Both my mother's parents were buried at St Quivox church near the old Hannah Research Dairy. There is a little stone cottage (which at last report is still owned by, a woman who breeds Corgi dogs. Mary Hamilton was only interred there September of 2003. The funeral was attended by my brother Christopher Pook, Anne and Stan Hamilton. My parents, Shena and Alan, are both deceased. Some of my father's family Alan Pook spent some time in Troon when growing up but they were originally from Devon, England and had a dairy farm there at one time. If you have any information to share, please contact me at this email address. Email: wlawrence000@sympatico.ca.

Rich Ebens 16. 06. 2006

I am trying to trace a John Smith - not an easy name. Some information I have indicates that he was born in Ayrshire 20 May 1781. I do know that he died St. Stephens, New Brunswick, Canada on 27 Dec 1834. Any assistance would be appreciated. Email: RmjEbens@verizon.net.

Patricia Kennedy Jewett 01. 05. 2006

Looking for information on Andrew Glass and family who ran the Tam O' Sahanter Inn in Ayr about 1870. Related to Elizabeth Glass (his sister), William Kennedy (brother-in-law) and Thomas Kennedy (his nephew). Elizabeth died about 1870. Thomas Kennedy came to the United States about 1880. William Kennedy's date of death and location unknown. Any information, suggestions or reerrals appreciated. Thank you. Email: pat@patriciajewett.com.

Scotty Roberge 24. 04. 2006

Looking for any record of James Magill, born 1784, who married Elizabeth Stewart/Stuart born 12 Oct. 1792. I know that Elizabeth Stewart's father was John Alexander Stewart. She had a sister Emily Stewart who Married a William Lowery. James and Elizabeth Magill emigrated to New York Mills New York from Dromore , Co. Down Ireland in 1844. Their children were William Alexander Magill, born 1818, John Magill, born 1824, Ellen or Eleanor Magill born 1826, Ann Jane Magill, born 1829, Hugh Stewart Magill born 10 June 1830, Martin George Magill born 1833, David Boyd Magill born 26 May 1836, Elizabeth Magill born 1837. There was also a Margaret Magill, either born earlier or died in Ireland. This family was Presbyterian, they were involved in the weaving business and lived for a time at Quilly house in Dromore, Co. Down Ireland. They came to the US on the "ROCHESTER" I James Magill knew well a Samuel Campbell from Ayrshire Scotland and was born in 1809. Samuel Campbell came to New York Mills NY in 1831. Does anyone out there recognize this family? Email: Scotty Roberge Roberge@pa.net.

Karen Hancock, 21. 04. 2006

I am looking for information on my grandfather's family (John Hamilton, b. 1912), in or around Ayr. He emigrated to Canada (around 1918) with his parents and siblings, Robert, William, and others I can't remember. About 30 years ago when my family was living in Wales we took the three surviving brothers up to Ayrshire to locate old homesteads etc. I was too young to remember much of what we found and my parents have passed away. I do remember finding a gravesite (in Troon?) for an Ann Hamilton, who was a schoolteacher and possibly my gggrandmother. I would appreciate any information anyone might have on relatives in the area. Email: klhancock@sbcglobal.net.

Barbara Rodenbach, 26. 02. 2006

Greetings from California, America. My Scotish ancestors were from Kilbirnie Parish, Ayrshire. They immigrated to America in the late 1800s. My great grandfather's name was Gavin Riddet and he married Jeannette Aitken also from Kilbirnie. Other relatives had sir names of Cowbray and MacGonegal. Are there any Riddets in the Ayrshire area now, and did the Riddets belong to a clan? Email: brodenbach@adelphia.net.

Josephine Wyatt, 22. 02. 2006

I am looking for any info re my HAMILTON ancestors from Ardrossan/Stevenston area. My gggmother Jane Hamilton FULTON who came to QLD AU in 1870 was the granddaughter of Peter or Patrick and Jane or Jean HAMILTON [depending on which area] last found Greenock in 1841. Peter's parents were John and Margaret [SNODGRASS] HAMILTON of Ardrossan/Stevenston area. John's parents appear to be John and Mary [ARMOUR] HAMILTON who had been in Argyll prior to Stevenston. Kind regards Josephine from QLD AU. Email: josephinefwy@aapt.net.au.

Pam Helm, 06. 01. 2006

Looking for information regarding James McFadzen and Mary Ward. They had a
son James who is my greatgreatgreat grandfather. I believe that James was 2
or 3 when his mother Mary married James.

The first James (1813 Coylton, Ayrshire) Married to Mary Ward (1787 Ayrshire)were married in Ayrshire. Their children were James 1813, John 1814, William 1817, Jean 1819, Margaret 1821. These children were all born in Ayrshire. Somewhere between 1821 and 1829 they moved to Argenteuil, Quebec, Canada as Susanna was born there. My great grandfather was born in Quebec and then moved to Brandon, Manitoba, Canada. My great grandfather James got married and my grandmother was born. From Brandon, the family moved to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. This is where I live. Well about an hour northwest of Edmonton.

If any one has any information with regards to any McFadzen I would love to hear from you. Email Pam.Helm@gov.ab.ca.

Margaret Helen Harrison, 02. 01. 2006

My name is Margaret Helen Harrison. My dad was Richard (Dick) Harrison of the
Catrine/Sorn Harrisons. My paternal grandparents were Helen Buchanon Boyle Harrison MacDonald and James (Jimmy) Harrison of Catrine.

My grandfather was one of 13, so I know there is someone out there!

My parents moved to Detroit, Michigan USA in 1967, I was 7 years old. Both have
since passed away. I know I have family out there.........hope to hear from some of
you. Email: mags4115@msn.com.

Kathy Lockhart Carter, 02. 12. 05.

Hi, I am a Lockhart. I am planning on visiting Scotland in the near future and would love to have some contact with a member of the Lockhart family there in Ayrshire. My lineage goes back to Scotland and I understand that Ayrshire is the home to the original Locard (Lockhart). I would love hearing from some of my relatives. Email: kack8152@yahoo.com.

Cindy Baker, 28. 11. 2005.

I'm looking for information on my Great Grandmother. Her name is Margaret Allen Porter. She was born in Ayrshire, Scotland. She died 19-Jun-1965 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. I'm not a hundred percent sure if she had died in Hamilton, but that is all i've got on that. She married Archibald Everett Baker, who was from St. Osyth England. They married on 26-Jun-1906. They had three sons George, Melville and Wilson.

She also had 2 sisters and 3 brothers. I only have two names Jack Porter &
Mrs. W. Fraser. I had heard from my father that she was from a well-to-do
family. I would appreciate any information sent.. Email: bluewolf7@gmail.com.

Avril Mortellite, 20. 11. 2005.

My family is from Ayr. I am trying to find my cousins since we have lost
touch over the years. Sharon Carson (maiden name) and Ian Carson. My Uncle, John Carson, and my Aunt, Sadie Conlin. My name is Avril Mortellite (maiden name Avril Conlin Macdonald Smith) and I live in the USA. I also have lost touch with my cousin Roger Conlin who moved away from Ayr many years ago.

The other family I would like to get in touch with is the MacSwan family,originaly from Paisley. Email: AMortel891@aol.com.