KELLY of county Monaghan

[Tambora]

Hi,

I am looking for any information on Thomas Kelly and Ann Kiernan or Kernaghan, Keranghrn, Kearnan.  They were both born in Monaghan, Ireland and also married there (approx 1859).  Ann was aged 18 yrs at the time of marriage, so was born approx 1841.  They both emigrated to Australia in approx 1871. 

Their two eldest children, Owen b approx 1864 and Catherine b approx 1867, were also probably born in Monaghan.

I would like to get details of the marriage record, and subsequently details of each individuals parents.  Ann's father is listed as - Kearman on her death certificate.

I would be grateful for any help.

Thanks
Tracey

[Christopher]

Hello Tracey,

There were eighteen Owen Kelly's in Co. Monaghan in 1858-60 when Griffith's Valuation took place in the county. One of them may have been the father of Thomas as it was common to name a son after his grandfather.

Best Wishes,

Christopher