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Date May 3rd 2010
Name: Yvette Figueroa
E-Mail: lakota_b@yahoo.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Green Bay, Wisconsin USA
Comments: My great grandmother was born in Gibraltor 19 March 1889. Her name was Herminia Herrera.....she came to the United States around 1904. I am looking for any information! Thank you so much!
Date May 3rd 2010
Name: Alan Merryweather
E-Mail: iopas.1@virgin.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Cirencester UK
Comments: Hi, Chasing a wrong line, I have detailed notes on Romaine Amiel, sometime 19C surgeon i/c the Army hospital in Gibraltar. If anyone collects such information please ask for the files. Alan Merryweather
Date May 3rd 2010
Name: Chris Rooney
E-Mail: chris.rooney46@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: G'day i am looking for two Children born Gibralta Susanna Smith born 9th july 1796 and her sister Sarah Smith born 13 sep 1798 there was also an elder brother Malcolm Laing Smith born stennes 1789 the parents are Alan Allan or Allen Smith and Hannah Hercus (sometimes she shows as Sarah) my guess is Alan was in the Army and Stationed Gibralta the next Child is born 1801 in Jersey probably on his way home the reason i think he was in the army is his Grandfather had been a Colonel Charles Whitefoord and his great uncle was Gen Sir John Whitefoord. regards Chris Rooney
Date May 1st 2010
Name: Alice
E-Mail: alicemshulman@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Dear Lionel: I am hoping you can help me with some information about a British Military family, who were in Gibraltar around 1850, before moving to Bermuda. The last name was Lomer. The father's first name may have been George and he may have been an officer. When he arrived in Bermuda, he was with two daughters, one named Alice Marion. She married Major Henry Alfred Gray, of the Royal Engineers, and Alice is my Great Grandmother. All I know is that they came from Gibraltar. I'd love to know more about where the family originated, if the daughters were born in Gibraltar, even the name of the second daughter and what happened to the Mother, etc. Any information you can give me will be more than I have now. Thank you so much for the help you offer. Regards, Alice
Date April 25th 2010
Name: Regards Bill Carkett
E-Mail: plycar24@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi Lionel. I am researching my family tree and my wife’s mother’s family originated in Gibraltar . I have researched other genealogy sites with no luck re Gibraltar . The names I’m trying to find are Juan [John] Cortes born 15th March 1888 occupation down as the following descriptions on documents etc Dispenser, Chemist, Apothecary address Engineer’s lane and Castle Hill or Ramp, Also his wife Catalina Gonzalez also known as Pilar Gonzalez born 28 February 1899. Father of John was Leopoldo Apothecary and Pilar’s father was Ramon occupation Coal Labourer, mother was named Ana. John and Catalina [Pilar] where married 21st July 1917 at Church of Saint Marry the Crowned Gibraltar. Any help in this would be greatly appreciated. We live in Australia which sometimes makes research a bit difficult. Would you use the following email address for any reply plycar24@hotmail.com Regards Bill Carkett
Date April 20th 2010
Name: Alan Molyneux
E-Mail: ajm@alanmolyneux.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Wigan, Lancs UK.
Comments: Good day to you sir......John Molyneux Says in the uk censuses he was born in Gibraltar 1851. He is the reason I am alive today. Would like to toast his name if I can find out how he came to be in Gibraltar. Cheers mate.
Date April 14th 2010
Name: Allison
E-Mail: Allison@dorsett.org.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: Middlesex, UK
Comments: Hi Lionel, I seemed to have hit a brick wall with research into my IRWIN ancestors. I have trying to track down my Great Grandfather born abt 1842. I cannot find anything about him, THOMAS IRWIN until 1881 household census where he is an unmarried army pensioner loging in Surrey, born Gibralter (British Subject). On his marriage certificate he states he is a Labourer(1881). 1891 Census states he is a Labourer born Gibralter. 1901 Census states he is a Labourer born Gibralter, but then the 1911 Census states he is again and army pensioner born County of Cork Ireland. He died in 1916 aged 74 in Surrey, therefore confirms he was born in 1842. I am at a loss as to what to do next. If he was born in Gibralter, could that mean that his Dad was in the Navy? Any pointers as to what I can do next would be much appreciated. One of his chilldren's married certificates states his name as THOMAS CHARLES IRWIN, and on his marraige certificate it shows his Father as THOMAS IRWIN. Any advice would really be appreciated, it's driving me mad, I don't know whether to look for his birth in Gibralter/Ireland or even the UK. Many thanks, Allison Middlesex, UK
Date April 7th 2010
Name: Michael Field
E-Mail: mickandtheresa@btinternet.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi Lionel, My uncle, Arther Miller died on 9 dec 1947 and is buried in the North Cemetary. He married a girl called Julia Rocca and they had twin girls. He was a Royal Engineer and after his death she moved to Sheffield. We have now lost all trace of her and her twin girls and have almost given up hope of tracing them. Can you help, please? Michael
Date April 1st 2010
Name: Maurice E. Benyon
E-Mail: maurice@mebenyon.orangehome.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: My Grandfather Robert Elias Benyon was said to be born in Gibraltar on 01/07/1891; there are, I believe, no records of his birth. However there may be a record of him in the census for 1891. His father; David Elias Benyon is said to have been stationed there at the time while he was in the army and there may also be a record for him in the census for that year. Has the census been computerised so that it can be searched or is there some other way of searching it for these individuals. Regards Maurice E Benyon
Date March 27th 2010
Name: Cyril Williams
E-Mail: williamcyril@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Want to trace an ancestor born in Gibraltar about 1824, Mary Ann Webber. Any help would be welcome. W C Williams
Date March 14th 2010
Name: CC
E-Mail: Replies
Homepage URL: www
Location: USA
Comments: My great grandmom was born in Gibraltar in 1911. Her name was Maria Antonia Aaron. I would appreciate any information regarding the surname Aaron. thank you regards from USA.
Date March 17th 2010
Name: Sandra Allen
E-Mail: sandra.allen2@bigpond.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi Lionel, I am looking for information on Joseph Perera. He was born in Gibraltar around 1848. This information came from the birth certificate of his daughter who was born in New Zealand . I can’t find any other info about him.
Date March 11th 2010
Name: Gwen
E-Mail: GwnStein@aol.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Lionel, Thank you for replying to my inquiry. It is mainly if you have any photo or information about the Gas works or where it was in Gibraltar. I believe there is a Supermarket shop were it was. (information given to family when on a visit several years ago). Alexander Bell was Manager from 1863 to 1880. If you have a census info on where he lived this would help. I can send copy of postcard of Gas Works. Hope you can help with this. Regards Gwen.
Date March 4th 2010
Name: Sandra
E-Mail: sbcras@btinternet.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I was wondering if anyone knows of a Pamela Joan Hayes could now be wilcox, who possibly moved to Gilbraltar with a Johnathan Wilcox in the 70s. Pamela will be 61. She used to live in Manchester please contact sandra my email is sbcras@btinternet.com
Date March 3rd 2010
Name: Mackenzie Sorensen
E-Mail: mackenziesorensen@earthlink.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Mackenzie Sorensen Looking for a relative who had a father GERALD CONOLLY, he may not know that this was his father, I believe he might be called Gerald too. He may be dead by now but he may have some children. If so I would like to contact you.
Date Feb 26th 2010
Name: Gerry
E-Mail: gerrymary64@btinternet.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I am trying to trace my Great Grand Mother who came from Casares in Spain, She worked on the Rock and Married my Great Grand Father before coming to England, Her Name before Marriage was Anna Ramos If any one can help me please email me at Thanks Gerry
Date Feb 21st 2010
Name: Ed Parody
E-Mail: eigpm5@comcast.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: USA
Comments: Hi Lionel, my name is Ed Parody I am interested in knowing if they are any family of Juan Conciencio born in Naples Italy when he came to Gib. Had a son Tomas Conciencio and had a large family. One of them was my Grand Mother married to Guillermo Marshall. Would appreciated any info of who is left of the family. Thanks.


Lionel, I also was born in Gibraltar, but I have lived here in US for 52 years I am 80 yrs old. I have only cousins in Gibraltar on the Parody side on my mother’s side it is Cartwright Richard and Charles and on the Marshall side only female cousins. I am also pleased to have met you. If you can help me it will deeply appreciated. I remiss to tell you that Tomas Conciencio DOB May 7, 1822 was married Mar 22, 1847. Thank you, Sincerely Ed. Parody


Date Feb 9th 2010
Name: Vince
E-Mail: vjpower@gibtelecom.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Gibraltar
Comments: Hello Lionel, I've just come across your web site. I can advise you in respect of British Regiments that have been based here in Gibraltar since 1704 can be found in the Gibraltar Heritage Journals. Part 1 is 1704-1793 and Part II is 1794-1870, Part III will hopefully come out next year. They hold detailed lists of when Infantry regiments arrived, departed, and lots of other information. I have never found a detailed lists from any local sources. I can inform you that you have a link that goes direct to Regiments.org This web site has been down for a number of years. However, the records that were held in that web site can be viewed at


http://web.archive.org/web/*/http://www.regiments.org


Hoping that helps Vince
Date Feb 24th 2010
Name: Gus Linares
E-Mail: gus@linares.gi
Homepage URL: Linares Web Page
Location: Gibraltar
Comments: Hi I have a web based family tree project on the Linares in Gibraltar, with over 280 individuals so far. Perhaps you might consider adding this to your links in your Gibraltar Genealogy website. Regards Gus
Date Feb 22nd 2010
Name: Norma Garvin
E-Mail: normajoyibb@yahoo.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Groton MA /FONT>
Comments: Hi Lionel, I have just learned that my GGgrandfather, Benjamin Ibbotson, is listed on the 1861 Sheffield census as having a son Charles b. 1849 in Gibraltar. I think that this must have been the son of his 2nd wife Emma Atkins as I have no record of him leaving England. How would I go about finding paper work on his birth, thanks for any help. Norma Garvin.
Date Feb 21st 2010
Name: Kathleen
E-Mail: snake41@dodo.com.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Perth West Australia
Comments: Hello Lionel.I am trying to find information on what regiments were in Gibraltar in 1840-1850. I am researching a William Henry Armour who was a sapper in the British Army in Gibraltar. He married a spanish girl named Maria and had a son born there 1845-46,named George Donald Grieve Armour. I can find no documentation for any of this, anywhere,so hope this site will be able to help. Best Wishes Kathleen isnake41@dodo.com.au
Date Feb 21st 2010
Name: Doris Vella
E-Mail: mph57@maltanet.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Malta
Comments: I would like to know if you can help me in finding where in Gibraltar my grand father was born. From my father who has passed away in 1978 all I know is that his grand parents went to find work in Gibraltar and that they did not live there for a long time and while there they had a baby boy who was my grand father. My grand father's name was JOSEPH VELLA probably he must have been born between1876 to1879 I know he died in Malta in 1917 at around 39 years of age. I only have a computer for a few months, I will be so happy if you can help. Regards Doris Vella
Date Feb 14th 2010
Name: Christina Young
E-Mail: christina@poplarsnewton.freeserve.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello, I am researching the family of Edward Archbold, of the Gibraltar firm Archbold, Johnston and Power, of Horse Barrack Lane. I have a portrait of him in 1781 as a Bengal Lancer, but know nothing further until his three children were born in Gibraltar: Edward Cook 20 Nov 1800, Sarah Jane 1802, Elizabeth Ann 1803. I am trying to find out who he married. In 1811 he married again in England, so presumably his first wife died, maybe in Gibraltar. He then lived in Surrey in England and died there in 1837. His son Edward Cook Archbold was also in the Indian army but, I think, was still connected with the Gibraltar firm. I would be very grateful for any information about him,his wife and maybe other children. Thanks.
Date Feb 12th 2010
Name: Richard Fowke
E-Mail: richard.fowke@googlemail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Wiltshire England
Comments: wonder whether you can help... An ancestor of mine, Thomas Fowke, had connections with Gibraltar in the 1700s and then in 1754, his son Thomas was recorded as having been christened at St Botolph's Church in Bishopsgate in the City of London, England. However I cannot find a record of his marriage to Mary (surname unknown), in any English records, nor can I find any record of any other children being christened. Might there be any records in Gibraltar please? I assume that the marriage would have taken place between 1700 and 1753, but probably closer to the date of his son's christening in 1754. I look forward to hearing from you Many thanks Richard Fowke
Date Feb 12th 2010
Name: Colin Middleton
E-Mail: irmidd@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I am trying to trace my great grandfather Francisco Sherer who was born in Gibraltar around 1848-1850. His father was a sailor from Dundee, Scotland and his mother from Liverpool. I should very much like to find out about his family but have drawn a complete blank. Any advice or help would be great.
Date Feb 11th 2010
Name: Mike Perkins
E-Mail: mike@kinverer.wanadoo.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi, I would like to know if marriage records for Gibraltar in 1815 exist and if so how do I go about locating them. I have a marriage for a Richard Stapleton,Ensign,60th Foot Regiment at Gibraltar, 27th July 1815. Unfortunately British service records show the marriage date and dates and names of their children but not their spouses names which isn't very helpful. Richards wife was Mary ???. She may or may not have been Spanish. best regards Mike Perkins
Date Feb 8th 2010
Name: Phillip Fryer
E-Mail: Plumcake@bigpond.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi to Every one, I’m looking into the life of Edward Fletcher Tried in GIBRALTAR by a Court marshal 19 May 1800 and transported to Australia, with about 5 others.It is almost impossible to find material here in Australia about the period of 1895-1800 in Gibraltar Most material is about the Seeage or the war with Napoleon, Could you Give me Some Guidance, to background material of this period, or any other material of a useful nature. (I’m also looking for court records if they are availed ) Yours Sincerely, Phillip Fryer
Date Jan 25th 2010
Name: Alan Delderfield
E-Mail: a.delderfield@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello I am trying to find out more about my grandmother Elizabeth Tobin b1868 whose place of birth is given as Gibraltar. Is it possible to obtain a copy of her birth Certificate, if so where form? Her father Michael Tobin b1828 d1886 was in the 1881 census listed as an army pensioner, his wife being Annie. Elizabeth was their third child, their first two daughters were born in Sheerness Kent and their son John was born in the East Indies. It has been suggested but not confirmed that Michael was in the Royal Artillery. Can you help please.
Date Jan 19th 2010
Name: Kim Gravett
E-Mail: kimbel@gibtelecom.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Gibraltar
Comments: Hi Lionel Enjoyed your site my friend and I are both very engulfed in family history and searching our past We have often joked that our families may have know each other in the past, just before Christmas I made contact with a Dorothy May nee Oxborough who I see has contacted your site, it turns out that both myself and my friend are cousins and related to this lady, we have been doing some searching and have found out that Dorothy's Grandfather William Oxborough was in fact buried in Sandpits Cemetery not Withams what is even more incredible is that I live near Sandpits on upper Withams Rd Gibraltar. I am now trying to research these old cementers Sandpits has only 5 graves left have you any idea how to find out more about both cementers ie size when they ceased to be used? Many Thanks
Date Jan 17th 2010
Name: Dave Bayne
E-Mail: smisouth@iafrica.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Comments: One of my forebears John Bayne (1755-1837) was born in Andalusia, Gibraltar and joined the Royal Artillery at the age of 11. He finally retired from the Royal Artillery in November 1787 with the rank of Fife-Major. We have assumed that, his being born in Gibraltar, his father was also in the Royal Artillery. Apart from that we know nothing of John's forebears. Does this ring a bell with anyone? We'd love to hear from anyone with any knowledge about this.
Date Jan 14th 2010
Name: NEIL ALLINSON
E-Mail: allinson1@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi Lionel, I am researching my Gt Gt Grandfather WILLIAM ALLINSON b 1815 in Ireland. & STATIONED in GIBRALTAR He served with the Northants 48th Foot Regiment and was stationed in Gibraltar around 1840 where he had a son (also called William) I would be interested in any information on his stay in Gibraltar, did he marry or partner a local woman who became the mother of his son? Can anyone help or suggest where any records relating to William and a possible wife and his son. Help greatly appreciated.
Date Jan 13th 2010
Name: Simon Martin
E-Mail: Simon.Martin@highbury.ac.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I am looking for information about my grandfather George peter martin, he lived at rosia bay in the 50’s and is buried near the runway, he knew Charlie Conroy and many others his wife was jean he had two daughters, Anglia and Elizabeth(pip) and two boys Christopher and James (Steve). Simon Martin Chef Assessor Highbury College Portsmouth Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2ED 02392882809
Date Jan 13th 2010
Name: Nigel Ligonier
E-Mail: nigel.ligonier@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: Hello Lionel, I am wanting to find my great, great, grandmother Leonora Ellen Taylor who was born in Gibraltar around 1832. There is a problem about getting her maiden name, it is neither on her marriage or death certificates. Her father was George Taylor Paymaster based in Gibraltar and my grandmother remembered meeting her grandmother who she said was of Spanish extraction in Christchurch, New Zealand around 1900. Hence my problem which I would love to solve. Kind regards, Nigel
Date Jan 11th 2010
Name: Phillip Everson
E-Mail: phillip.everson@actrix.co.nz
Homepage URL: www
Location: Dunedin, NZ
Comments: My mother gave me an old painting of Gibraltar from the sea signed J. Norton. Her grand-father gave it to her. The style and scene dates the painting to around the early 1800s. Oil on board. Amateur perhaps? but quite accomplished. Does anyone know of J. Norton in connection with Gibraltar or painting?
Date Jan 11th 2010
Name: Bruce J Wright
E-Mail:
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: Hello Lionel, I have discovered a lot of handed down stories regarding my ancestors in Gibraltar. My Gt. Grandfather Willam Smeeth married Louisa Kavanagh in 1879. Louisa was born in Gibraltar but her mother (according to family legend) was from a shipwrecked family (Gibraltar 1850 or earlier) that had been travelling from Genoa to make a new life in the USA. Sadly I do not know the Italian surname but apparently some of her brothers joined the British Army whilst others continued to the USA and joined the army there. I know it is an extreemely long shot that anyone will be able to put 2 and 2 together but worth a try. Thanks, Bruce
Date Jan 9th 2010
Name: Val
E-Mail: val.gill@talktalk.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: My Great Grandfather Joseph Keefe was born in Gibraltar 1838/9ish his father was William. The family has a history of RN or RM. Can anyone help me to find any more information. We do not know if there are any brothers or sisters to Joseph or who his mother is. I cannot find a birth certificate. Thank you
Date Jan 9th 2010
Name: Mel Wenham
E-Mail: jackiewen@optusnet.com.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Queensland Australia
Comments: G’day Lionel, thanks for a great site! Am desperately searching for information about James Cambden and his son Harry James Cambden. James was born in Churchill Oxfordshire in 1862, and whilst on service in Gibraltar fathered a son Harry, who was born during the September quarter 1885. Am trying to find information on who was Harry’s mother. Can anyone help? With thanks. Mel.
Date Jan 7th 2010
Name: Robert Joseph Lynch
E-Mail: boblynch@xtra.co.nz
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: Hello, Looking for the details of the birth of Winifred Mary Machell reputedly born in Gibraltar in 1851. Parents were Arthur and Esther Mary Machell who I think were resident in Spain . Robert Joseph Lynch P O Box 120 Frasertown New Zealand boblynch@xtra.co.nz
Date Jan 5th 2010
Name: Lynn Lawton (nee Warne)
E-Mail: lynnlawton@mac.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Lionel, Re: Great great grandmother, Margaret Warne ( I do not have her maiden name) b. about 1826, Gibraltar, but appears on UK 1851 census as having moved to Gloucestershire as a British subject and married Robert Warne, who was born in Montreal, Canada. Their son Thomas Walter Warne is reported in the London census of 1851 as being born in Gibraltar in 1850. There is very little to go on here. Family stories say that one ancestor was a schoolteacher in Gibraltar at some time, and I have a small? north African silver charm in the shape of 'Fatima's hand' which was thought to have a connection. If you can help I would be most grateful! Lynn Lawton (nee Warne... 2 Rose Cottage Guildford Road Shamley Green Guildford Surrey GU 5 0RS 01483 892940
Date Jan 1st 2010
Name: Derek Arnold
E-Mail: derek.arnold2@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello I seek to know which Regiments of the British Army were posted as the Gibraltar Garrison between 1860 and 1870, with particular emphasis on 1860 to 1865. Please can you or your readers provide me this information? Regards
Date Dec 29th 2009
Name: Derek Arnold
E-Mail: derek.arnold2@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: How do I find which British Regiments formed the Gibraltar Garrison 1860 to 1870? Would the birth of a child born to English parents be registered in Gibraltar’s civil records? An ancestor Robert John Gayther claimed in Census to be born Gibraltar in 1865. His father was a soldier born Shropshire 1837. I do not find the birth in “Overseas” records available in UK. When I know the regiments I plan to the Muster Rolls in NA Kew. I hope you can help Regards
Date Dec 29th 2009
Name: Margaret Stocker
E-Mail: margaret.stocker1@btopenworld.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I wonder if you could help me in the search for information about my ancestor FRANCIS JOHN LETHBRIDGE ELLIOTT. He was my gr gr grandfather and was the Chief Inventor and Engineer at the Royal Naval Dockyard in Gibraltar. I have never been able to find anything about him through naval records and thought there might be something in civil records. He was born in Sandal Magna nr Wakefield in Yorkshire in the 1820's. His father was a millwright. He married MARY ANN SMITH BOLTON 13 October 1845 at St Dunstan In The East London,profession engineer. Their daughter ELIZA MARY married JOSEPH STOCKER, my great grandparents. Their two sons, FRANK and ARTHUR, were both born in Gibraltar circa 1858 and 1860. I look forward to hearing from you and hope this is of interest.
Date Dec 27th 2009
Name: Belinda
E-Mail: Belindadance@aol.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I would be grateful for any advice! I am trying to find out more about my mother's grandfather, Joseph Grossman b 1850. He was Austrian but ran away from home and enlisted in the Royal Artillery in 1870 and spent a lot of time stationed in Gibraltar. In 1875 he deserted but was recaptured and I wondered if there would be any details in a newspaper? In 1879 he was bought out of the army (still in Gibraltar) and family legend says a visiting Austrian dignitary recognised him and told him to go back and see his family. Does anyone know if there's any way of finding out who inspected the troops? There don't seem to be any records kept back in GB. Thanks very much, Belinda, Nottingham
Date Dec 13th 2009
Name: Diana Adamson
E-Mail: rossdi@apartment8.com.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia/FONT>
Comments: Hello I am looking for information regarding Thomas Edward Miller, born 20 November 1814 on Gibraltar. His family worked on construction of naval ships, and moved between Gibraltar, Malta and UK during his early years. He is shown on UK Census for 1851 and 1871, but I can't find him on the 1861 Census, although his children are living with a relative at that time, with his wife having died. I am wondering if he returned to work on Gibraltar sometime between 1851 and 1862, when he married again in UK. Thank you for your help and interest,
Date Dec 13th 2009
Name: Gayle Shepherd
E-Mail: oldsheps@bigpond.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi Lionel, My name is Gayle Shepherd, I live in Perth Western Australia email address ; oldsheps@bigpond.com and I am researching my mother's family. Her grandfather was William Francis Campbell born in Gibraltar. His marriage certificate says he was born in 1835 but his death certificate puts his birth at 1844. His father's name was George Campbell and George was a Police Constable. His mother was Sarah Jane Graham. On his death certificate it gives his birth place as Gibraltar and that he came to Western Australia when he was about 6 years old. Can please advise me where I go from here - I have no idea how to locate any of them. I have tried Ancestry.com.au, FreeBDM and Family Search. Any help would be much appreciated. Regards
Date Dec 9th 2009
Name: GRaham Lacey
E-Mail: graham@grahamlacey.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: York, United Kingdom
Comments: Dear Lionel, I am trying to trace my great grandfather who I believe was serving in the British Army or possibly the Royal Marines, and stationed in Gibraltar in the 1890s. I know from the 1901 UK census that my grandfather and two of his siblings were born in Gibraltar between 1893 and 1896. Their names were: Charles Edgar Lacey who was 8 years old at the time of the 1901 census so born 1893/94. Edwin Lacey who was 6 years old at the time of the 1901 census so born 1895/96 Henrietta M Lacey who was 5 years old at the time of the 1901 census so born 1896/97. Their mother's married name was Ellen E Lacey and she was born in Portsmouth in 1871. All I know about my great grandfather is that is surname was Lacey. I look forward to hearing from you Kind Regards
Date Dec 3rd 2009
Name: Peter Viggars
E-Mail: peterviggars@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello Lionel, I hope you can help me. I am trying to track down the marriage of my relatives,James Bryce and Rosetta Xuareb Attard, who I believe married in June 1891 at the King's Chapel in Gibraltar. James Bryce had been in the Army serving in Malta where he met Rosetta, a Maltese national. They appear to have got married in Gibraltar before they returned to live in James's native Scotland. If you can you confirm the marriage details and/or provide a copy of the marriage certificate, I would be most grateful. Can I thank you in advance for your reply.
Date Nov 25 2009
Name: Marilyn Norris Bowman
E-Mail: Niobex@qx.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: USA
Comments: Hi! I am looking for my great grandparents. I do not positively know the name of my great grandfather. It may have been Robert William Norris. Other family members have told me that he was in the British military but the branch is unknown. He married Anna Orr - must have been around 1890's. They were probably married in England and had a son around 1895. He was named William Benjamin Norris. How they came to Gibraltar is unknown but my grandfather was raised by a family named Gonzales. Their son, Andrew Gonzales, remained a good friend of my grandfather's. They immigrated to New York and William married my grandmother, Hilda Zeilfeldt of Furulund, Sweden. It is thought that my great grandfather and Anna Orr were killed or deserted my grandfather in Gibraltar. I wish I had more information! Marilyn Norris Bowman Winchester, Kentucky
Date Nov 24th 2009
Name: Don Mayers
E-Mail: mayersdg@telus.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Canada
Comments: Hello Lionel, I am wondering if you could provide me with information as to where I might go to find birth information on Eric Guy Pottinger who was born in Gibraltar. From burial records in Natal, South Africa I was able to determine his full name, that he was born in Gibraltar in 1899, was unmarried and age 55 when he died on 07-09-1954. I do not know his parents names or his grandparents first names but I believe his mother’s maiden was Mayers as that was the surname of his grandparents. His grandfather ??? Mayers was I believe, descended from a family of Mayers from Barbados. Any help you or anyone else might provide would be appreciated. I am located in British Columbia, Canada home of the upcoming 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Regards Don Mayers
Date Nov 21st 2009
Name: Mary E O’Reilly
E-Mail: meporeilly@comcast.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: NJ, USA
Comments: Hi Lionel, I learned from the 1851 UK census, that my great great grandfather who was born in Gibraltar. His name is Thomas Shortall. He would have been born there in 1811. He was probably stationed there in the English military. Any information about him would be most appreciated. Thank you! Mary E O’Reilly New Jersey, USA
Date Nov 17th 2009
Name: Steve Langsford
E-Mail: Isabel.l@btinternet,com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello again Lionel, Reference earlier email about assistance researching George Langsford and Hannah Morecroft circa 1818. Regards, Steve Langsford Winsley Wiltshire England
Date Oct 31st 2009
Name: Robyn St Clare
E-Mail: tinkatailor@ozemail.com.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hello Lionel :o) I am hoping to find some family connections from Gibraltar. My Grandmother, Rosalyn, married a Gibraltarian named Andres (Andrew) Jules Russo in 1936. His family owned the 3 Roses Bar in Governors pde (I think). Andres had a brother Anthony and a sister Mary. Anthony married Lucy (?) and had a daughter Carmen - who married and Irish soldier (?) and went to live in Ireland. Mary married her cousin Willy and had Pepe Russo, whose son is called George Russo and apparently may live in Gibraltar still. My grandfather Andres J Russo remarried after divorcing my grandmother. His next wife was called Conchetta and they had a daughter called Sonia Russo. My grandfather's parents were Andres Peter Russo and Maria Gonzalez. I would like to find out more on my ancestors and also find Sonia and Carmen. Cheers, Robyn St Clare Australia
Date Oct 29th 2009
Name: Ivor Armstrong
E-Mail: ivortopfly@aol.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Violet Pearl Mary Tripp/nee Armstrong born 1898 left London aboard the passenger ship called the "Ranchi" on the 1st March 1929, Destined for Gibraltar. Her occupation was as a Milliner. What became of her? Ivor Armstrong Cambridgeshire UK
Date Oct 20th 2009
Name: Richard Daglish
E-Mail: rdaglish@blueyonder.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I'm new to this site but hope someone may be able to help. I am looking for information about the death of Captain Francis Lind of the 14th Regiment of Foot who died in Gibraltar in 1759. He had previously served in that regiment as its surgeon. He was born in 1705 into an Edinburgh family, he married in Carlisle in 1750, Elizabeth Farrer who bore him three sons. Although English newspapers reported Lind's death, no detail was given, and it is not clear if he was buried in Gibraltar. Any information about him or the regiment's time in Gibraltar would be most welcome. Richard Daglish Liverpool
Date Oct 15th 2009
Name: Mariola
E-Mail: anchovaloba@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Hola Lionel. Te escribo por si puedes ayudarme a encontrar algún dato sobre mi abuelo, que nació y vivió en Gibraltar y puede que también muriese allí. Sólo sé que se apellidaba Hammond y que cuando comenzó la Segunda Guerra Mundial fue evacuado junto a su familia a Londres. Cuando acabó la guerra volvieron a Gibraltar y creo que se quedaron allí. Creo que tenía una tienda de electrodomésticos cerca de St. Mary the Crowned y que sus descendientes la siguen teniendo actualmente. También me gustaría obtener una lista de los evacuados, pero no sé cómo obtenerla. Muchas gracias. Se despide atentamente Mariola.
Date Oct 10th 2009
Name: Dorothy May [nee] Oxborough
E-Mail: johnthebutch@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi Lionel Could you help me? Elizabeth Oxborough [M] Joseph Smith. She was the daughter of William Oxborough [provost marshall at the garrison after he retired from the army] he was married to Sussannah Spain.William is buried in the Witham Cemetery,His wife Sussanna was buried in the North Front cemetery. Dorothy May [nee] Oxborough Melbourne Victoria Australia.
Date Oct 9th 2009
Name: MONICA MABEY
E-Mail: ramim@clear.net.nz
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: Hello Lionel, My name is Monica Mabey and I live in Hamilton, New Zealand I am trying to find out more about my GGG Grandfather, George Frederick Smith who was born in Gibraltar 1835 ??or thereabouts. Any help would be very much appreciated, as I very new to this. Thank you,MONICA MABEY. Hamilton NEW ZEALAND.
Date Oct 8th 2009
Name: Jen
E-Mail: jenlane57@yahoo.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: The Earl of Rothes' Regiment was stationed at Gibraltar in 1737. From this regiment, 240 soldiers and six drummers had been turned over Mr. Oglethorpe's regiment by 23 February 1738 and sailed to the American colony of Georgia, arriving in Savannah 7 May 1738. Several sources show that the Earl of Rothes' Regiment was also known as the 25th Regiment of Foot; Oglethorpe's Regiment was authorized 25 Aug 1737 as the 42nd Regiment of Foot and disbanded in 1748. Note: Oglethorpe's Regiment had no lineal connection with the 42nd Royal Regiment, the Black Watch, which took that number in 1751. Can anyone verify the dates that the Earl of Rothes' (25th Foot) was stationed at Gibraltar? Are there extant muster rolls that will provide the names of these soldiers? Also - I can find no information on that regiment in sources available locally. Can anyone provide details on where and when the regiment was created? The following items found at british-history.ac.uk provide evidence of the transfer of men from Earl of Rothes' Regiment to General Oglethorpe. Dec 1. 1737: Whitehall, Treasury Chambers. Mr. Secretary at War and other officers being present my Lords order a letter to the Secretary at War, desiring him, together with the Paymaster of the Forces, to advise and return their opinion as to the following particulars:-- What orders are proper to be given for turning over the private men from the Earl of Rothes to Mr. Oglethorp’s regiment. What subsistence ought to be paid for Mr. Oglethorp’s men raised here, and how the subsistence, which will be paid to the earl of Rothes men at Gibralter till turned over to Mr. Oglethorpe, will be made good. What levy money is to be allowed Mr. Oglethorpe per man and for how many men, and the method proposed for the same. From what time the Earl of Rothes’ regiment is to be discharged of the men turned over to Mr. Oglethorp, and how the Earl of Rothes is to recruit again, at what allowance per man, and how the charge thereof is to be paid. [Treasury Minute Book XXVIII, pp60-1; Letter Book XIX, p 456] 1738 May 9: 60. Representation to the King from General Oglethorpe, concerning the recruiting fund for his regiment for Georgia. Said regiment was to be formed out of the Independent Company at Georgia, the Earl of Rothes’s regiment at Gibraltar and such others as could be raised to make it up to 600 men. The regiment was complete within a month after recruiting orders were issued, “by which expedition a considerable loss falls on the captains… The fund for raising the said men was the not effective money of 500 men for four months from 25 August to 24 December, which it was thought might produce 6/. A man, but the men being so soon raised and entertained at least five weeks before the 24th December their subsistence has reduced the fund considerably for recruiting.” Petitioner’s agent has received orders to pay over to the Paymaster General so much of the subsistence money as shall have been paid to the drummers and private men taken out of Lord Rothes’ regiment, which from 1737, December 25, to 1737-8, February 23, for six drummers and 240 men amounts to near 400/., “and is a charge too heavy for the captains at present to bear, who have so many necessaries to provide for themselves.” Therefore prays that the said 400/. May be issued out of Army Contingencies by way of levy money. Referred to the Paymaster General of the Forces. [Reference Book X, p.108]
Date Sept 30th 2009
Name: Janet Osmond
E-Mail: janet@prima-awnings.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi, I am trying to find out about my great grandfather Albert Sargent. He was posted to Gibraltar with the Lincolnshire Regiment in 1912 and we think married a local and had a baby girl in 1912 who was born in Gibraltar. Any information, no matter how small would be appreciated. Many thanks, Janet Osmond
Date Sept 22nd 2009
Name: Joan C
E-Mail: joan.conlan@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Researching the family history of my husbands mother. Recorded in the 1911 Census of Ireland her father is recorded as being born in Gibraltar. His name was James Walsh, his profession was Royal Irish Constabulary and he was 46 years of age in April 1911. Any information would be appreciated. Regards Joan C
Date Sept 16th 2009
Name: Sylvia
E-Mail: gdbaker@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi, My name is Sylvia Baker [ RAND] I live in England, I am looking for any information on my Grandfather SGT. GEORGE THORNTON GUESFORD RAND. R,A.S.C . He was a Sergeant in the R A S C and was commended by the Governor for his bravery on the occasion of the wreck of the S.S. “UTOPIA” on St Patricks day 1891. I believe the 17th march. The ship was in a collision with HMS Anson in the Bay of Gibraltar and sank. I would appreciate any info. on the sinking of the S.S. UTOPIA and my Grandfather SGT. GEORGE THORNTON GUESFORD RAND . A.S.C. Thank you very much. Best Wishes Sylvia .
Date Sept 9th 2009
Name: RAFFAELE CICCARELLI
E-Mail: rafelin@libero.it
Homepage URL: www
Location: Italy
Comments: Dear Sir sorry if to write en spanish pero lo conozco mejoe que el ingles. estoy haciendo con una profesora cubana una investigacion sobre una familia que saliò de Italia y parandose en espana y gibraltar se transferiò en la habana. Precisamente estoy buscando noticias de Isabel Mazzino Repetto nacida en Gibraltar, quales eran sus padres. de un documento se que quedò viuda en 1828 a los 40 anos de adad y por lo tanto imagino sea nacida en 1788 mas o meno. Espero una su comunicacion y AGRADEZCO. atentamente RAFFAELE CICCARELLI CHIAVARI (GENOVA) ITALIA
Date Sept 6th 2009
Name: Susan Hinton
E-Mail: sue_fran12@yahoo.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Is there a 1901 Census for Gibraltar. If so is it possible for someone to look and see if a Edward Robert Udall and a Alice Linsey Udall are on the census. Edward was working as a Foreman Diver on the New Dock Works, Gibraltar or are there any more sources that can be checked for them. Many thanks
Date September 1st 2009
Name: Donna Hollands
E-Mail: don-2007@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi am tryin to find out some information about the Hollands Family and my great uncle his name is Edward Hollands,he was in the police in gibraltar, he was married to a spanish lady,its my grandads brother,my grandad was called Charles Hollands, he died in 1972,my father is called Robert Hollands and my Grandmother is called Josie Hollands any one with any information thanks.
Date August 29th 2009
Name: Adrienne Cooper
E-Mail: a.m.dalmon-cooper@xtra.co.nz
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: Hello Lionel My name is Adrienne Cooper (nee Dalmon) and I live in New Zealand . For over 20 years I have been trying to trace my father’s mother Emmeline Ethel Gibbs (known as Ethel). On a recent search of the UK 1911 Census I found that it said that she was born in Gibraltar . I have her birth date as 21 January 1881. I believe her parents were Lucy & William Gibbs (a builder) and that she also had a sister, Pollie. I tried emailing the BD& Marriages of Gibraltar but this was returned. I would appreciate any help you could give me. I have no known relations that could help me on this search. Sincerely, Adrienne Cooper
Date August 25th 2009
Name: Jane Matthews
E-Mail: janespencermatthews@btconnect.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello Lionel, I am trying to find out more about my g/g/grandfather Robert Lauder who was born in Gibraltar in 1813. Any help would be very welcome. Thank you. Jane Matthews tel: +44 (0) 1530 222657
Date August 25th 2009
Name: Herminia Day
E-Mail: herminiamday@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Good day Lionel. Would you please post this request for any information on Gibraltar residents evacuated to Gibraltar Camp, Kingston, Jamaica during WWII? I am trying to get a passenger list but I am having no luck. There were a number of Jewish refugees sent there at the same time but it is the Gibraltarian evacuees that I am most interested in. Many thanks to you for a superb site. Best regards. Herminia Day
Date August 20th 2009
Name: Judith Charles
E-Mail: j.jaycee@xtra.co.nz
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: Hi, I am trying to find the birth of Thomas William BROWN born c1832 in Gibraltar. I do not have any other information to follow. Judith Charles, New Zealand.
Date August 5th 2009
Name: Mandy Harding
E-Mail: amanda.harding@chelmagraphics.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello Lionel I’m trying to find ancestors with the name REYES. Joseph Mancelino REYES married Mabel Isabella Stott in Manchester in 1943, Joseph’s father was Augustus Joseph Reyes. We think Augustus and Joseph came from Gibraltar, Mabel (Peggy) (born in Birkenhead , UK 1918) and Joseph sailed from Gibraltar to Southampton in 1953 for a visit but stated that their permanent residence was in Gibraltar . They also had a son called Joseph in 1944 (born in Manchester ). I can’t find any further information and would love to know if they or their family are in Gibraltar or if anyone knows of them or their whereabouts. Thanks Mandy Harding
Date August 5th 2009
Name: Kay
E-Mail: kay_csps@yahoo.com.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi Lionel I live in Melbourne Australia. Looking for information on William Hamilton who was born in Gibraltar 1839/1845. Parents Private William Hamilton and Margaret nee Elliot. Any information greatly appreciated. Regards Kay PS Great site!!!
Date August 1st 2009
Name: Keith WILSON
E-Mail: lifeboat.supporter2@btinternet.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Sir or Madam Maria PASSO D of B Aug 1907 Joseph SOANS D of B 1907 Can you please advise where I contact for civil records such as 1911 Census, births, marriages and death certificates for member of my family born and living in Gibraltar between 1900 and 1940? I have two siblings born in Gibraltar . My grandfather was born there in 1907 and married a lady from LaLinea. My mother was born 1929 and her two sisters were born there in 1931 and 1933. Also where am I able to search appropriate garrison employment records together with possibly port / merchant seaman records? Where am I likely to find a copy of my Grandmother birth certificate born 1907 in LaLinea? As I am a resident in Northamptonshire , England it would be helpful if the above information was available in the UK or on line. Thanking you in anticipation. Keith WILSON, 100 Gotch Road , Barton Seagrave, KETTERING , England , NN15 6UG
Date July 31st 2009
Name: Manny
E-Mail: felils@gibtelecom.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Gibraltar
Comments: Hi Lionel, I am trying to trace Denise posted a note in March 2003. I married her cousin's daughter and wanted to compare the family members of the SARDENA name. Can you help? Her posted email is no longer in use. Thanks Manny


Here's an email I was hoping to send to Denise.


March 12th 2003 Name: Denise Adams E-Mail: Deniseadams57@aol.com


I recently moved to Gibraltar and married Felicity Sardeña, the daughter of your cousin, Alfred Sardeña, the son of Humberto Sardeña, the brother of your mother Laura. Their parents were Alfredus Sardeña (b. 1876) and Rogelia Aldorino (b. 1879) who married on 2/1/1897. Hopefully we can share the information we have to get a larger picture of it all. You’ve mentioned a couple of your mother’s sisters that I didn’t have, so thanks for those. The earliest Sardeña in Gibraltar was a Manuel Joaquin Sardeña originally born in Madeira in about 1785. Since coming to Gibraltar on May 5th, and whilst looking for work I’ve been filling in time by creating the family tree. My surname is Sardina which is a corruption of the name Sardeña I’m six generations from the original Manuel and my wife is seven. We are related by brothers to the original Manuel, about 180 years ago. It’s your cousin’s, Alfred my wife’s dad, 65th birthday in October so I’m getting it ready for that. Thanks Manny
Date July 7th 2009
Name: Jessie Moniz Hardy
E-Mail: bdapooh@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Bermuda
Comments: Briefly, at the beginning of World War II, a British mail censorship station operated out of Gibraltar. I would like to hear from anyone who has information about the station. What were the conditions there. Was it bombed? How many censors were stationed there? Are there any articles or books written on this topic. I am particularly interested in anyone who was posted in Gibraltar and then later reposted to Bermuda. Thanks, Jessie Moniz Hardy
Date July 20th 2009
Name: Kay
E-Mail: kay_csps@yahoo.com.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hello from Australia Lionel, I am tracing William Hamilton and Margaret Hamilton nee Elliot. They had a son William born in Gibraltar about 1835-1839. Unfortnately, the only other information I have is that William senior was a Private Soldier in the 44th Regiment of Foot. Are you able to give me some help in order to continue my search. Much appreciated Kay
Date July 8th 2009
Name: Margaret Hayes
E-Mail: marg.pienest100@talktalk.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Liverpool UK
Comments: Hi, can you please help with some information on Henry Newill. Henry was born in Welshpool, Montgomeryshire, Wales, he worked for the Madras Civil Service and was on his way home from India on leave, but died in Gibralter on April 25th, 1869. Would Henry have been buried in Gibralter or his body brought home to England? There is a tombstone for Henry in Shropshire, but taking into account it was 1869, would they have had the facilities on board ship to transport the body home? Hope you can help. Many thanks.
Date July 7th 2009
Name: Mathew Hall
E-Mail: hallma@mail.nih.gov
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Hi, I've recently found my ancestor Mary Ann GUTRIDGE was born on Gibraltar between 1816 and 1820, when her father was stationed there as part of the 11th Regiment of Foot. I'm trying to find out about Gibraltar parish records for the period to see if I can discover when she was born and the identity of her parents. Cheers, matt
Date July 6th 2009
Name: Joyce
E-Mail: Joycebrtn04@aol.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: can any one help me i am searching my family tree i am looking for the birth of Mary Ann Pegg born in Gibraltar around 1850 her father was William Pegg who we think was a soldier sorry i dont know any more information thanks joyce
Date June 11th 2009
Name: Doug Norton
E-Mail: douglasofsc@yahoo.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: USA
Comments: Hi: I am looking for birth information on James Alexander Eliot, who was born in Gibralter on Jan 31st,1845, while his parents were on a layover on a ship to India, can you help ? Doug Norton,SC USA
Date May 31st 2009
Name: Bill Cowell
E-Mail: bcowell@shaw.ca
Homepage URL: www
Location: Canada
Comments: Hello I am looking for any information regarding the Cowell family in Gibraltar. John Langlands (Longlands) Cowell born about 1798 John Hadwen Cowell born about 1823 Ernest Edmund Cowell born about 1828 Emelia Sarah Cowell Harriet Margaret Cowell born about 1875 Any help would be greatly appreciated. Bill Cowell Vancouver BC Canada
Date May 4th 2009
Name: Carolyn Moore
E-Mail: cmmoore2@bigpond.net.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi Lionel, What a great site. I am trying to find details of my GGGGrandfather Robert Grigg. Some of his children were born in Gibraltar – David Allen (1832), Eleanor(1827), Elizabeth(1830). It is unclear as to who his wife is and where they were married. Could be an Ellen Henderson. I am trying to find out what regiment he served with as the family finished up in Australia and New Zealand (with a new wife) and he was a Barrack Sergeant in both countries. Any help much appreciated. Carolyn Moore
Date May 3rd 2009
Name: Giselle Nolan
E-Mail: gis_27rocks@yahoo.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Philippines
Comments: Reply to message: Hi! My name is Giselle Ann Nolan from the Philippines, I am curious about your search of your great grandfather Richard Fay Nolan. My great grandfather’s Name is also Richard Fay Nolan from Gibraltar . He came to the Philippines about 1898 and was married to Gertrude Debouchet. His first wife died and he remarried Dolores Lizares. They had 3 children, Ramon, Jesus and Mary. Ramon is my grandfather, being the father of my father Gerard. My great grandfather’s remains was buried here at the Lizares mausoleum in Talisay City , about 12 km from Bacolod City . Any other information you might want to know please e-mail to this address.

Date May 22th 2007 Name: Richard Nolan E-Mail: foraern@gmail.com Location: Dublin, Ireland Comments: I'm trying to find records on my great grandfather, Richard Fay Nolan, the details are very sketchy, but I believe he was born in Gibraltar in December 1872. Where can I find the records pertaining to his birth, or from when he left Gibraltar around 1898-1899 to go to America.

Date May 3rd 2009
Name: Don Carlgren
E-Mail: famcarl@telus.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Canada
Comments: I have a ggguncle who died in Gibraltar on April 6, 1888. His name was Richard Holmes, and he was drowned while on a hunt. I have an article from the Chronicle, and an obituary. What I'm wondering is if there are cemetery records for the North Front Cemetery, whether there would still be a stone, and whether there is any reasonable way to find out if probate records exist. My purpose in all this: he was born in 1812, an Irish Catholic. Very hard to determine place of origin of his parents, and I hoped there might be a clue; I know he was from Queenstown, and have already contacted the Mallow Heritage Centre. Don Carlgren Canada
Date May 2nd 2009
Name: Graham Beasant
E-Mail: graham.pam@sympatico.ca
Homepage URL: www
Location: Toronto Canada
Comments: Lionel, I am looking for any information about an ancestor of mine, John Hanson Beasant, for whom I believe there is an inscription in the Kings Chapel Gibraltar stating that he died on 29th June 1812. I got this information from an internet search some time ago,couldn't get any further and now cannot find the earlier reference. The last recorded family history for John Hanson Beasant is from his father's will in 1807. According to the will he was serving at that time with the West Indies Fleet as an Assistant Surgeon. I am trying to gather any information about him, including who he was serving with at the time of his death and if he had any immediate family at the time. I am not sure if the inscription information is complete. Where else can I look? Any assistance would be greatfully appreciated. Regards, Graham Beasant Toronto, Canada
Date May 2nd 2009
Name: Norma Garvin
E-Mail: normajoyibb@yahoo.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Groton MA USA
Comments: Hi Lionel, I have just learned that my GGgrandfather, Benjamin Ibbotson, is listed on the 1861 Sheffield census as having a son Charles b. 1849 in Gibraltar. I think that this must have been the son of his 2nd wife Emma Atkins as I have no record of him leaving England. How would I go about finding paper work on his birth, thanks for any help. Norma Garvin, Groton MA normajoyibb@yahoo.com
Date May 2nd 2009
Name: Charlotte
E-Mail: cec.mills@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Lionel I am looking to trace family. An Uncle and Nephew William Smith(1791-1876) and Haskett Smith (1821-1907) both British Subjects married sisters Victoria(1826) and Antonia(1827) Del Cabellero in Gibraltar Catherdral around 1445. I think that there were other sisters, Matilda and Adela as they appear as such in later UK census. I am trying to trace the Cabellero family. Haskett Smith was my GGGrandfather. Although he and his uncle came back to the UK with their wives atleast one of Hasketts sons, William Haskett-Smith(1850-1927) went and lived and married (Emilie ? b.1863 Gibraltar))in Gibraltar and there first two sons, William J Haskett-Smith (1882)and Carlos Edgar Haskett-Smith (1886) were born in Gibraltar.At some stage they were all soldiers but also had dealings with Sacony and Stead - no idea if spelling correct. It was a Wine/Sherry export business - I think. I would be very grateful for any suggestions or help. Thank you. Charlotte
Date May 2nd 2009
Name: Jane Grafton
E-Mail: jane.grafton@btinternet.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: looking for charlie and diana mc carthy, he was a policeman and came to the uk and met my parents fred and mary pollard (dad was also a policeman)who lived in nailsea near bristol. Would love to hear from them, i know they had ? two boys. jane grafton nee pollard
Date April 26th 2009
Name: Pablo Ricardo Parral
E-Mail: pablo.parral@fibertel.com.ar
Homepage URL: www
Location: Argentina
Comments: Sir: I am looking for an ancestor who was born in Gibraltar on may 21, 1873, ERNESTO PARRAL LÓPEZ. How can I get his birth certificate or any other information about him? Any help would be gratefully received. Yours, Pablo Ricardo Parral
Date April 20th 2009
Name: Trevor Magnus
E-Mail: trevor.magnus@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: Norfolf UK
Comments: From Trevor Magnus Norfolk Hi I, like several others am trying to find more detail about my Gt GT GT Grandfather, William Dinsdale, born in Gibraltar 1818, he became a Mariner & finally settled in GT Yarmouth, I have found him on the 1861 census on board a small ship the John Wray with his son, also William as an apprentice on the same vessel, if any one could help with advice as to how I could trace his parents in Gibraltar, it would be most appreciated. Thanks Trevor
Date April 19th 2009
Name: Dianne Haaga
E-Mail: DISC52@aol.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: USA
Comments: Hello, My name is Dianne Haaga, maiden name Farrugia. I am an American, and I live in South Carolina, United States. My grandparents were Emily and Joseph Farrugia, and they came from Gibraltar to the US in 1920 (Joseph) and 1921 (Emily, daughter Clothilde Ferro, son Salvador Farrugia). I am the oldest daughter of their son, Robert Farrugia, who was born in the US. I am looking for Sylvia Ferro and her daughter Sylvie, wife and daughter of my uncle, Albert Ferro, who was Emily's son from her first marriage to Manuel Ferro. The last known address I have for them is 66 Governeur St., Gibraltar. They may contact me by email at disc52aol.com I would also be interested in hearing from anyone else in the Ferro or Farrugia families. Thank you for any help you can provide.
Date April 15th 2009
Name: LES CHAPMAN
E-Mail: G4ZID@HOTMAIL.COM
Homepage URL: www
Location: England, UK
Comments: WHILE RESEARCHING MY FAMILY TREE I CAME UPON A GEORGE ARCHARD BORN 1834 SWANBORNE BUCKS A TAILOR BY TRADE HE WAS IN GIBRALTAR AT SOME TIME AS HE HAD 2 DAUGHTERS BORN THERE ELIZABETH 1861 AND MARIA 1863 GEORGE MARRIED A SARAH SOPHIA PLANT I THINK HE MUST HAVE BEEN IN THE MILITARY BUT I CANT SEEM TO FIND ANY THING ABOUT HIS SERVICE ANY HELP WOULD BE GOOD LES CHAPMAN
Date April 14th 2009
Name: Enrique Ruiz langtry
E-Mail: efruiz14@yahoo.com.ar
Homepage URL: www
Location: Argentina
Comments: My name is Enrique Ruiz langtry. I´m living in Buenos Aiores, Argentina and I´m 67 years old. My grandparents, Henry Langtry and Julia María Gache comes to Buenos Aires from Gibraltar in 1910. Helped by your page, I found several relations in Gibraltar. I thanks you very much Sorry the mistakes,; I know that my English is not perfect. My E mai is efruiz14@yahoo.com.ar
Date April 8th 2009
Name: Daniel Toia Díaz
E-Mail: danielescorpio@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Comments: Estimados Sres. Mi nombre es Daniel Toia Díaz, vivo en la Argentina y estoy escribiendo la historia de mi familia, y tengo en mi poder un documento de mis abuelos maternos, españoles oriundos de Lorca, que se embarcaron en Gibraltar en la empresa naviera J. Lucas Imossi con destino a San Pablo (Brasil)y me gustaria saber el nombre del barco en que viajaron, y si figuran en algún registro de la Empresa. Sus nombres: José Gabriel Díaz y Dolores Meca Mendez Empresa J. Lucas Imossi Fecha: 27 de Agosto de 1913 Mis datos: Daniel Toia Díaz Buenos Aires 872 2521-Montes de Oca (Santa Fé) Rep. Argentina Desde ya les quedo muy agradecido. Saludos cordiales.
Date April 2nd 2009
Name: Dave Radley
E-Mail: radleyds@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Please can you help me pinpoint which regiments of the British Army were stationed on Gibraltar in 1866 and 1868? Thanks, Dave Radley
Date March 14th 2009
Name: Dennis Sciacaluga
E-Mail: sciacaluga@hotmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: ?
Comments: Hello Lionel, First I must say thank you for starting the Gibraltar genealogy site, its a big project and I appreciate the work that gone into it so far. I realise that this takes a lot time a site maintenance to keep it up to date. I'm contacting you to see if you can help me or point me in the right direction. Some years ago I can across on the web a mini program or database called Mosaic it included the family tree mainly Santos (my mothers maiden name) but also included was Sciacaluga. I have lost this info. Do you know who was compiling it or where I can get a copy again. I took some screen grabs showing the tree of my daughter Lisa's direct ancestors on the Santos side and on the Sciacaluga side which I have attached. I would be very grateful for any further info or direction the you may be able to provide. Thanks Regards Dennis Sciacaluga
Date March 10th 2009
Name: Chris Beckett
E-Mail: christopher@chrisbeckett.wanadoo.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi Lionel I am researching my grandfather. His name was Arthur George Beckett and he married Florence Ethel Newnham at Gibraltar Cathedral on 26 November 1901. I know he was the Mate on HM Tug 'Crocodile" at Gibraltar in 1898 and became Master of "Crocodile" in 1901. I would really like to find any pictures of "Crocodile" at that time (he returned to UK in September 1905). I would also like to be able to get hold of a copy of the 1901 Census to tell me where he lived at the time. See attached photo of him and Florence outside their house. If you could point me towards where I might find the Census information I would be grateful. Perhaps someone in Gib can identify the property? My father had a sister who died in infancy, name unknown, who may have been born in Gibraltar and may also have died there - between 1902 & 1904 Chris Beckett, Leicestershire UK
Date February 17th 2009
Name: Bruce J. Wight
E-Mail: Bruce@wellington07.plus.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: My grandfather Frederick A. Cotton (Corporal in the Army Pay Corps) married Ellen Smeeth on 21st Sept. 1904 at the Wesleyan Church, Gibraltar. I do not know any living relatives who can assist me to find out more about Ellen and her father William Smeeth. He is listed on the marriage certificate as being an Army Pensioner, living at Cemetery Cottage, North Front, Gibraltar. A number of books about India have been passed down to me and this might suggest that at some point he served there with the Army. There is a possible connection in the 1881 Census where I found a Louisa Smeeth, listed as being a soldiers wife, who was born in Gibraltar and had a 9 month old son, William. They were staying with in laws at Charmouth in Dorset. After that they have vanished! Any help would be much appreciated. Best wishes, Bruce
Date February 10th 2009
Name: Sylvia Baker .[ RAND]
E-Mail: Sylvybakes@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi, My name is Sylvia Baker, {RAND}, I live in England. I am looking for any information on my Grandfather SGT, GEORGE THORNTON GUESFORD RAND. R.A.S.C. He was a Sergeant in the R.A.S.C. and was commended by the Governor for his bravery on the occasion of the wreck of the S.S. UTOPIA on St. Patrick’s day 1981. I believe the 17th of March. The ship was in a collision with HMS ANSON in the bay of Gibraltar and sank. I would appreciate any info on the sinking of the S.S. UTOPIA and my grandfather SGT. GEORGE THORNTON GUESFORD RAND. A.S.C .He was married to ELIZA CHARLOTTE RAND and had a daughter ISABELLA MAUDE RAND. Thank you very much. Best wishes. Sylvia Baker .[ RAND]
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Date February 10th 2009
Name: Cathrine Apelseth-Aanensen
E-Mail: cathrine@eblix.com
Homepage URL: www.eblix.net/legacy/index.php
Location: Norway
Comments: My internet address for my genealogy page is: http://www.eblix.net/legacy/index.php Just under the headlines it says “Michaels aner” (pedigree), just klick it and there there is the Forbes and Ullger from Gibraltar. Cathrine Apelseth-Aanensen ************************ Marcus Thranes veg 6 1523 Moss Mobil: 92823288 Hjem: 69241183
Date February 10th 2009
Name: Vivian Simmonds
E-Mail: vivian_simmonds@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi Lionel Looking for the birth of William Boak born c1820, parents Robert Boak and Mary Ann (nee Baxter). Robert was a soldier in the Royal Artillery stationed in Gibraltar. Could you also advise please whether Royal Artillery records for Gibraltar at this time are available. Many thanks. Vivian
Date February 6th 2009
Name: Debra Maroske
E-Mail: Debra.maroske@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Cairns Qld Australia
Comments: I have come to a dead end in my search for information on the birth of Eliza TAYLOR born in Gibraltar in 1838 to parents Julia MUNDY and Joseph TAYLOR. She married George Henry DALLAS in Australia in 1852. Would appreciate any assistance given.
Date February 2nd 2009
Name: Philip Turner
E-Mail: philjondecor@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: hello lionel just found your great site trying to trace my ggg grandfather edward dalton born abt 1801 gibraltar he settled in leeds yorkshire i have him on all the census but cant find his parents. on the census he puts born gibraltar british subject i would be very grateful for any information .and if i went to gibraltar could anyone tell me were to go for any info thanks for your help best regards phil
Date January 29th 2009
Name: Mandy Ramsay
E-Mail: mandyramsay@sky.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello fellow Gibraltarians. My name is Manuela Ferrer as at Birth. I now reside in Yorkshire . I would appreciate some help with my family tree that I am producing. Our Father’s name was Ferrer and his mother Vinent. Our mother’s name was Martinez and her mother’s Borge. If you would have any further information as to Birth, Marriages and Death of any of my relation would you please let me know I would be forever grateful Regards Mandy Ramsay( Nee Manuela Ferrer).


Additional Information: I am lookinf for some help with any Gibraltarians who might be able to add more information to my family tree. My Father was Alfred Ferrer and his mother’s name was Anna Vinent. My mother’s father’s name was Juan Martinez and my grandmother’s name was Manuela Borge. I hope I might be able to hear from anyone who might have further information as to the missing details from my Grandparents and Great Grandparents, Etc, Thanks Mandy

Date January 20th 2009
Name: Paul Featherstone
E-Mail: pfeatherstone@blueyonder.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: Sutton Surrey England
Comments: Searching for a anything on Harriet A Featherstone born about 1869 in Gibraltar I do have her in the 1881 census 1881 census RG11/361/105/37 11 Peerless Building, St Luke, Middlesex John Featherstone head M 47 pensioner Newcastle on Tyne Margaret Featherstone wife M 40 Middlesex, St Luke Edward Featherstone son 14 post office messenger Ireland Harriet A. Featherstone dau 12 scholar Gibraltar Frances Featherstone dau 4 Middlesex, Clerkenwell
Date January 27th 2009
Name: Isabelle MERLET
E-Mail: Isa.merlet@orange.fr
Homepage URL: www
Location: France
Comments: Hello Lionel, I just found your site… I am from France, fluent in “Javanese English” but not “English” (!) So , please accept my apologies for this “Javanese email”…. I am researching Anna Maria REPETTO, one of my ancestor. She was born at Gibraltar on September, 19th, 1817. She immigrated to Algeria and probably got married there (her husband was born in Italy). I don’t have the marriage record but I have the death one (1890 – Oran - Algeria) where the date and the place she was born are clearly indicated. Those informations are also on diverse marriages records of her children. I don’t know anything about her parents. If I am used of French searches I am not at all with UK ones. Where should I look? Who should I write to? Any info on the web? …. Thanks in advance for your advise ! Best regards Isabelle MERLET
Date January 20th 2009
Name: Ian Sherer
E-Mail: isherer@waitrose.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi Lionel, I am visiting Gibraltar next month and wondered who to contact to find out what research is available to find information about my great grandfather who was born in Gib in about 1846. He was born there to a Scottish father and English mother and lived there until about 1860 before he travelled the world and ended up where I now live, in England around 1871.Censuses would be useful, but do they exist between about 1830 and 1860? Thanks in advance, Ian Sherer
Date January 18th 2009


Name: Martine JANSSEN
E-Mail: janssen.martine@orange.fr
Homepage URL: SPRAGUE GIBRALTAR CONNECTION Homepage Planete Genealogie france Tinou
Location: France
Comments: Dear Lionel, My husband is a Gibraltar’s Sprague descendant. I researching any records about those are borned, married or deacesed in Gibraltar. (See list joined). Excuse my english and thanks for your help. Best Regards. Martine JANSSEN

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Date January 17th 2009
Name: Gwen Johns
E-Mail: user@johns1305.freeserve.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: Wales,UK
Comments: Lt Col Edmund Lascelles died in Gibralter in 1850 and apparently is buried at Sandpits.I know a fair bit about his career,both marriages and children but have been unable to trace his birth circa 1775. He only appear in the 41 census which gives no deatils.I was hoping the there might be records in Gibralter with any useful info about him. Regards,Gwen Johns.
Date January 16th 2009
Name: Lesley Howting
E-Mail: lesley.howting@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi Lional,Can enyone help I dont know where to start! I've just found out my Gr Gr Gr Grandad was born in Gibralter his name was Robert Maloney born abt. 1862/1866 and thats all I have. He was living in london with his family on the 1891 and 1901 cencus. any ideas what to do next?
Date January 4th 2009
Name: Oliver Moore
E-Mail: moorepe16@aol.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Chatteris Cambs UK
Comments: Hello, Looking for guidance in tracing a possible military marriage circa 1868 between John McKay b.1840 Glasgow ; Sergeant 5th Royal Lancashire Militia, Chelsea Pensioner to an Annie Bossio b.1849 Gibraltar. They had a daughter Margaret b.1869 Gibraltar.Annie Bossio, was my Great Great Grandmother. She had seven sisters all of whom married British Soldiers. Mr Bossio, the father, was believed to have been a Harbour Master on Gibraltar.Are there any records that can be researched online as I have not found any available or can you recommend a researcher in situ who can help. Thanks in anticipation Oliver Moore b.1961
Date January 2nd 2009
Name: robert hanrahan
E-Mail: hanrahanrobbie@yahoo.ie
Homepage URL: www
Location: Rep. Ireland
Comments: hi im trying to get info on a lady anne galeia from gibraltar born 1844 ish she married my great great grandfater john brock born devon 1837 ish he was in the british forces poss royal artillery . she was catholic .they ended up in limerivk ireland in the city militia artillery . and retired to dublin city . he retired as captain - quartermaster .. if you can help many thanks


January 9th 2009... hi, my great great grandfater john brock 1838 married anne gelicia 1844 from gibralter he was in the royal artillery and ended up in limerick ireland having 3 sons . i dont even know did john and anne get married in gibralter england or ireland . ive searched gelicia surname and dont get any results . id appreciate any help or even a shove in the right direction . robert hanrahan rep of ireland


February 3rd 2009...hi again . john brock sergeant royal artillery in gibraltar 1 april 1860 - 9 june 1867 . thanks

Date January 2nd 2009
Name: Gary Wallace-Potter
E-Mail: gary@wallacepotter.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I am looking for a local researcher that can do some searching on the 1901 Census of Gibraltar. Can you recommend anyone!! Many Thanks Gary Wallace-Potter St. Albans, Hertfordshire, UK Home Tel: +44 (0) 1923 – 400906
Date December 29th 2008
Name: Sister Briana +
E-Mail: brianaocd@sbcglobal.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: California, USA
Comments: Dear Lionel, Can you please help me find the record of my great grandmother's birth in Gibraltar? Her name: Virginia Medina Mayer, born 1837, Gibraltar. Her father: William Augustus Mayer, born 1813, London Her mother: Cecilia Wilhemina Medina, born 1817, London I am a nun. I have no money to spend on genealogy research. If you can find her records and email me the confirmation and any other pertinent information, I would be very grateful. Looking forward to hearing from you, Sister Briana +
Date December 22nd 2008
Name: MaryEd
E-Mail: maryedh@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi, searching for details of Richard Duke born 1889 and Barter Duke born 1888 in Gibraltar. Their father was with the 9th foot. Found them on the GRO Regimental Indices 1762-1924 list vol 860 pg 75 but no details of parents names. Thanks for your help, MaryEd,
Date December 19th 2008
Name: Gary Wallace-Potter
E-Mail: hds@wallacepotter.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I am researching Divers that worked on the construction of the Naval Dockyard Extension (1899-1906). I have several names that I am interested in any information relating to: William Robert (Bellenie) Walker, Alfred G. Lickblade or Leekblade, and John Edward Pearce, all were Divers from the UK. I am particular interested in anything to do with William Robert (Bellenie) Walker, he resided at No. 1 Casola Buildings, Naval Hospital Road from 1899-1902. His son Edward was born whilst in Gibraltar (15th Nov 1900), and his wife, Hannah Ellen Bellenie, died (15th Feb 1902) of Remittent Fever. William Walkers sister-in-law, Alice Ellen Cashman, was sent from the UK to Gib to care for the children, but there is a story from the family that several of the children (5 in total), contracted Typhoid Fever or Cholera on their return to the UK, but survived after being nursed by Alice. Walker himself returned to the UK in 1902, his work as Diving Foreman completed. All three of these gentlemen were also Freemason’s, belonging to the following Lodges whilst in Gib: Lodge St Thomas No. 576, Inhabitants Lodge No. 153, St Thomas Royal Arch Chapter No.168, Mark Master Masons No. 43, Grand Lodge of Mark Master Mason – Cockburn Lodge & Robert Freke Gould Lodge No. 2874 Any information would be most appreciated. Historical Diving Society
Date December 3rd 2008
Name: Sandy Hopper
E-Mail: joseph@oseph.freeserve.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: East Looe, Cornwall UK
Comments: Hi, I am researching my great great grandmother. She was born c 1824 Gibraltar, a British Citizen and her name was Mary Ann Matthews. She was back living in Devonport by 1851. Can anyone help?
Date November 30th 2008
Name: Gina Hilton
E-Mail: Georgina2564@aol.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: Dulwich, London, UK
Comments: Hello Lionel, I've just found this great site, and I'm hoping you will be able to help/advise me. I'm looking to find details of my Gt.Gt.Gt. Grandfather William Errington, b.1800 Gibralter, which he put on all the Census'. His daughter Jane Errington b.1829 married Edward Thomas Sully, b.1825, and although they lived in London, all their children were baptised in Colchester, Essex. I think there must be a link to the Military, as Colchester was/is a Garrison Town, but I know nothing more than this. Can you help me please, or point me in the direction of where I might find out anything else? Regards, Gina Hilton.
Date November 26th 2008
Name: Pat Lotsey
E-Mail: PLotsey@raydon.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: USA
Comments: I am looking for family that may or may not be in Gibraltar. My grandmother was Lourdes Lillian Prescott, her father was William Prescott and her mother was Victoria Martinez. My great grandmother Victoria died around 1922, I do not know that much about my great grandfather, William. Any correspondence with a distant relative would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time.
Date November 18th 2008
Name: Tina Owens
E-Mail: tinaowens@iprimus.com.au
Homepage URL: www
Location: Melbourne Australia
Comments: Dear Lionel My great Uncle Edward Hollands was I am told the chief of Police in Gibraltar. I have contacted the police there but received no reply. He was my grandmothers brother and was born in Kent in about 1907 his Spanish wife was called Mercedes. Can you help at all? I would love to know more about his life in Gibraltar. Best Wishes from Tina Owens

11/24/08...Follow-up. Have found that Edward was born in 1915 and his full name was Edward Oliver Thomas Hollands. He was my Grandmothers favourite brother and according to his mothers grand daughter the only child she asked to see again when she was dying in the UK. Probably because she saw him very little after he left England. Hope this helps. Many Thanks Tina Owens

Date November 18th 2008
Name: Martin Gray
E-Mail: martingray_1@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: Ormskirk, Lancashire, England
Comments: Hello Lionel. My grt.grt.grandfather John Gray b.Ramsbottom, Lancashire c1828 joined the British Army around 1850 and was posted to Gibraltar. He married a Spanish girl, Maria Conception Macari, on the 17th.Jan.1853 in the Kings Chapel, Gibraltar. I have their marriage record from there. They had 3 children all born in Gibrsltar. John in 1854, Elizabeth in 1855 and Mary in 1857. These date obtained from the 1861 English census records. However I cannot find thier birth records. The Kings Capel, now the Garrison Chapel, Gibraltar have no record of them and I have contacted the British overseas record office and the Gibraltan record Office at Joshua Hassan House, Gibratar and niether of them has any record of them. As thier mother was Spanish and probably a Roman Catholic I have emailed the RC Cathedrel Church of St.Mary the Crowned but they have not responded to my enquiry. I am at a loss as to what to do next. Any suggestions would be welcome. Also I have found Maria Conception Macari's Christening in the LDS's. IGI records. She was Christened in the RC Cathedrel Church of St.Mary the Crowned on the 26th.Nov.1834 and her parents are given as Vicenti Macari and Teresa Arellano. I would love to do more research on them. Any suggestions where to start would also be welcome. Regards Martin Gray
Date November 18th 2008
Name: Peter Carter
E-Mail: marion.carter@btinternet.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello Lionel. I am currently researching my Family tree, and I have found that my Great Great Great Grandmother was born in Gibraltar in 1823. Her name was Sarah Wilson, and apparently her Father was a Soldier stationed in Gibraltar at that time. This is very interesting, because I was a Soldier stationed in Gibraltar 156 years later! The information that I would love to find out is, are there any lists of Births to British service Families serving in Gibraltar? And secondly, what Regiments were in Gibraltar at that time? I hope that someone can help me. Many thanks. Peter Carter.
Date November 18th 2008
Name: Kathleen (Kitty)
E-Mail: Kathleen78uk@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Posted June 29th


Dear Sir/Madam: I am trying to locate my materal Grandfather called Thomas Francis Davidson, I know he's born in Gibraltor in 1856 son of Alexander and Elizabeth Davidson, His father was a Corporal in the 7th Battery of the 5th Brigade in the Royal Artillery. They Alexander and Elizabeth had a son John baptized July 6th 1861 at the Wesleyan Chapet in the City Garrison and Territory of Gibraltar.I have tried all the churches in Gibraltar for his baptizmal to no avail. Thomas Francis is next found in the 1891 census as living at 16 Wightman St. West Ham London, with his wife Eliza Elizabeth and their 3 children. Have tried Somerset House for marriage and death certificate but nothing found, It's just as though Thomas has disappeared off the face of the earth. If anyone can help me locate any information re Thomas and Family would be much appreciated. Kathleen (Kitty)


Dear Sir/Madam: I'm wondering if anyone can help me, I trying to locate Thomas Francis Davidson who was born in Gibraltar 1856 son of Alexander and Elizabeth Frances Davidson, his father was a Corporal in 7th Battery of 5th Brigade of the Royal Artillery. Alexander and Elizabeth had a son John baptized July 6th 1861 at the Wesleyan Chapel in the City Garrison and Territory of Gibraltar, have tried all the Churches ib Gibraltar to find Thomas francis baptizmal but to no avail. Thomas is next found in the 1891 census living at 16 Wightman St West Ham, London, England with his wife ????? and 3 children, have tried Somerset House etc. to find marriage and death certificates there again to no avail. If anyone can help me would be very much appreciated. I can be contacted on my e-mail address as follows kathleen78uk@yahoo.co.uk I live in the UK Thank You Kathleen (Kitty)

Date November 16th 2008
Name: Ann Little
E-Mail: annz1@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Lionel I have just found your interesting site and I am hoping through it I can get in touch with people who are either connected to the name of Pisarello or researching to Pisarello family history. My grandmother was Isabella Pisarello or Pisharello ( there are a few more ways to spell the name....) she was born in 1879 to a Alberto and Maria Dolores Massa.( from San Rogue) Albertos father was Francisco and he married a Francisca Stagno. I know the Pisarellos were originally from Genoa,Italy. Thank you. Ann Little U.K

Dear Lionel I have only just found your very interesting website and I am hoping through it I can be in contact with anyone who is either connected or is researching the name of Pisarello or the many other ways it is spelt( which are many) My grandmother was Isabella Pisarello or Pisharello born in 1879 to a Alberto and a Maria Dolores Massa (she was born in San Rogue) Albertos father was Francisco and was married to Francisca Stagno. I Know the Pisarellos orginally came fron Genoa Italy late 1700s. I would so love to hear from anyone with any information at all. I live in the U.K Yours Sincerely Ann Little

Date November 13th 2008
Name: Lynne Ellerby
E-Mail: lynne_ellerby@lpe51.fsnet.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I'm currently researching my grandfather Robert Hanson. In 1902 while serving in the Royal Navy he married in Gibraltar Cathedral. His address was Armstrong's Buildings. Can anyone tell me anything about this residence or have a photo? Does anyone have any information about a naval bas in Gib. at that time? Also, does anyone know how a young woman might have travelled to Gibraltar from England then (from North East England). Any ideas on these topics gratefully received. Lynne Ellerby Ben More House 51 Church Street Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1EE
Date November 8th 2008
Name: Rosemary
E-Mail: m-r.tearle@xtra.co.nz
Homepage URL: www
Location: NZ
Comments: I am looking for the transcript of a burial in the Trafalgar Cemetery. CULLODEN, Charles, Lieutenant in 2nd Queens Regiment. One source gives the date as 28 Oct 1802, age 24 years. Another source says 28 Oct 1804, no age given. The Army Lists say his promotion to Lieutenant was on 12 August 1803, so I presume the second date is correct. There is no CULLODEN in the Gibraltar cemetery lists on this site. I would appreciate knowing his age at time of death. Can anyone help or point me in the right direction? I have looked at the UK National Archives and the Surrey History Centre (UK). I think Charles may have been born in Ireland, possibly Dublin or Wicklow counties. Many thanks. Rosemary. New Zealand m-r.tearle@xtra.co.nz
Date November 6th 2008
Name: Luis King
E-Mail: lking@acreuro24.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Spain
Comments: Hi, My Name is Louis King. I am looking for family members from both parents, in Gib and else where in the world. I was born in Gibraltar in 1954 but my parents moved to London when I was still a baby, then about twenty years ago I moved to Spain. my father was also Louis King and my mother Claudi. My grand parents on my mothers side were mixed Spanish Gibraltar, my grand father Juan Bula ex diver was from Gib, and my grandmother Catherina ( Nini ) was born in la Linea. As my own years are getting on now, it would be great to hear from those people who I have missed all these years. Kind regards Louis ACR EuroAssistance España S.L. Louis King Managing Director Tel: +34 966 426 213 Fax:+34 966 426 210 lking@acreuro24.net
Date October 26th 2008
Name: Christopher Gordon
E-Mail: c.l.j.gordon@gmail.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Lionel, It has recently been brought to my attention that I have a half sister through my late father's first marriage. I would dearly love to contact her, but unfortunately the only details I have are that: she may have lived on Gibraltar, her date of birth is 2nd August 1946, her full name is DEBORAH JACQUELINE GORDON. I have checked the online telephone directory, but she is not listed, so I can only assume that she has 1. Married, and is now listed under a different name, 2. She has moved away from Gibraltar, 3. She is ex-directory. Thank you all in advance for any help that you or anyone else can give me. Regards Christopher Gordon London, UK
Date October 8th 2008
Name: Lynda Brattan
E-Mail: gbrattan@rogers.com
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hi, I’m looking for any information on my GG Grandfather Thomas Crowe or Crow, he was a solder stationed in Gibraltar from 1870 to 1876. My G Grandmother Nelly Crowe or Crow was born there in 1872 and her siblings Frederick, Francis and William were born there as well. Could someone tell me what British regiments were in Gibraltar between 1870 and 1876? Thanks, Lynda
Date October 7th 2008
Name: Patricia Ann Taggett
E-Mail: taggett@sympatico.ca
Homepage URL: www
Location: Canada
Comments: The following two paragraphs provide the details the baptisms of William and John, sons of Wm TAGGETT (TAGGATT) (TAGGAT) and his wife JOHANNA or JOANNA. The information located by Elizabeth Howard in May 2008 while she was on Gibraltar, shows that William Taggett Sr., was of the 11th Regiment. Since receiving that information a record at the National Archives showing William TAGGART of Galway, Ireland served with the 11th Foot Regiment, Cambrian Fencibles. At the time Elizabeth Howard visited Gibraltar I had no idea that John Taggat, brother of William, was also born on Gibraltar. I have since found a document which proves that he was. IF ANYONE is able to help me DISCOVER the maiden name of JOHANNA (JOANNA) I would be overjoyed. Many thanks... please see research details below.... King's Chapel, Gibraltar Wm Taggett son of Wm and Johanna Taggett of the 11th Regt was bapt in Kings Chapel on 1st Feb 1790 . Researched by Elizabeth Howard while on Gibraltar. Online Parish Clerk - Stoke Damerel http://ca.geocities.com/stokedamerelopc@rogers.com/ William TAGGAT, son of William and Joanna, born 5 Sep 1789, was christened on 26 Dec 1804 at Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. Fiche Number MF305 Page 30 Office of the Parish Clerk - Stoke Damerel http://stokedamerelopc.org John TAGGAT, son of William and Joanna, born 9 May 1794, was baptised 26 Dec 1804 at Stoke Damerel, Devon, England. Fiche number: MF305, Page 30 Source: Hugh Wallis, OPC - Stoke Damerel Online Parish Clerk - Stoke Damerel http://ca.geocities.com/stokedamerelopc@rogers.com/ Joanna TAGGETT, age 66, resident of the Work House, was buried on 15 Sep 1823.Burial Book 1823 - 1825 Published by the Devon Family History Society http://www.devonfhs.org.uk/ The National Archives, Kew http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ Item details WO 121/57/431 WILLIAM TAGGART KILTARTAN, Galway Served in 11th Foot Regiment; Cambrian Fencibles Discharged aged 54 after 34 years 2 months of service 1802 June 17, 21 Item details WO 121/57/431 Born 1748
Date July 30th 2008
Name: Peter Nobbs
E-Mail: peternobbs@tesco.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Sir or Madam I am trying to get hold of the 1881 Gibraltar census record containing my Great Grandfather Charles Isaac Foster born 1845 Hyson Green, Nottingham, England. He was a Prison Warder in the Military Prison on Gibraltar Between 1865 and 1885 approx.. I hope that you can help with this matter, Thank you. Yours Sincerly Peter Nobbs
Date July 24th 2008
Name: Karin Serfontein
E-Mail: kss@mweb.co.za
Homepage URL: www
Location: South Africa
Comments: Hi Lionel, I am from South Africa and had just discovered through a DNA match that my grandfather have been born in Gibraltar. My grandfather was Fred/erick Ernest Smith born ca 1886 in Gibraltar and I have found him on the 1901 census return in Scotland in an Orphanage. While I am not familiar with Gibraltar and have no knowledge where to start please can you help. I have mailed a few letters to different places in Gibraltar without any reply. Thank you in advance for your guidance, Enjoy a lovely day, Regards, Karin Serfontein nee Smith.
Date July 19th 2008
Name: Maureen Bates
E-Mail: maureenbates@ukf.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: I am researching my family. My grandmother NELLIE ELIZABETH WESTON nee DREW moved to Gibraltar with her family about 1915 until the start of the World War11. Shw may have been accompanied by her husband Albert Edward Weston but this is not clear. I have no information of what she did, where she lived during this time. Any help or info regarding records etc I might follow up would be gratefully received. Thanks
Date July 10th 2008
Name: Penny
E-Mail: pennyperry@bellsouth.net
Homepage URL: www
Location: Florida, USA
Comments: I am searching for any information on a marriage that may have taken place in Gibraltar - 1880-1884 between a James Watson and Ellen? I think he was in the British Army stationed there and she may have been a Canadian born army daughter. They had a son Harry born in Gibraltar abt 1884. The regiment must have left Gibraltar for Mhow, West Bengal, India after 1886/7 as two other children were born there. Any information would be most appreciated and if the name of his regiment and or service number is included that would be wonderful. Thanks so much. Penny
Date June 29th 2008
Name: Mike
E-Mail: mike.bridgestock@homecall.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: UK
Comments: Hello Lionel, I am searching for information about my great Grandmother, Rosalia Payne nee Tavares born Gibraltar born 31st May 1872, married Henry Payne 10th April 1896 in Gibraltar. He was a private in the army service corps aged 27, stationed at Town Range Barracks? She was a spinster aged 22 from Castle Street, Gibraltar. Her father was Adolfo Tavares, a sailor. I have both her birth and marriage certificates. As you can see, she has lost 2 years from her age at the time of her marriage. Her mother was Victoria Olivares Tavares and at the time of Rosalia's birth, they lived on Governors Street. I have noticed that on her birth certificate, which is a copy dated 1st march 1930, the year 1872 has been altered in all 4 places that it appears.I cannot make out what it has been altered from or Why? Rosalia had a sister, Carolina who married Albert Tacon, their son, Willie, was serving as a Gibraltar policeman at the start of the 2nd world war. I have some photographs of the family from about that time. They returned to the UK in about 1900 and had 3 or possibly 4 children. Henry left the army in 1907 and the family lived in Pulham Market, Norfolk. Any help in tracing any of the family names in Gibraltar will be gratefully received. TIA. The first site I've come across that seems to fit the bill nicely. Great job.
Date June 27th 2008
Name: Natasha Batsford
E-Mail: natasha.batsford@comet.co.uk
Homepage URL: http://familytrees.genopro.com/Tasha%20Garcia/GARCIA/default.htm
Location: UK
Comments: Hiya, Please find my family tree here. Thanks Tash
Date June 23th 2008
Name: Bruce Holmes
E-Mail: bruceinespana@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL: www
Location: Spain
Comments: I am seeking any information for a friend (Mrs. Betty Robinson nee Musson) about her mother Teresa Musson nee Baglietto who was born in Gibraltar 25/05/1913.Teresa married possible in the early 1930s to a Mr. Frank Griffin Musson born London (Kingstone) and possible serving in the Royal Navy at the time. Franks D.O.B. being 18/02/1902.Any information no matter what would be appreciated. Regards Bruce
Date June 18th 2008
Name: Judy Charles
E-Mail: j.jaycee@xtra.co.nz
Homepage URL:
Location: NZ
Comments: I am looking for a birth notice for Thomas William BROWN born c1832 in Gibraltar. His father was possibly with a Scottish regiment. Can anyone help?
Date June 18th 2008
Name: Chris
E-Mail: moreta@internode.on.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: Hello, I'm not sure if this message board is read by anyone, but just in case, I am researching the GREEN family, John and Julia, with children Mary Ann b 1866 and Albert b 1867 both born in Gibraltar. John was a Private with the 15th Regiment. Albert stayed in Gibraltar and married an Eliza HAYWARD, having a son Henry. Any information appreciated as to how to track this family!Thanks.
Date June 10th 2008
Name: Chloé
E-Mail: chloe.hyatt@guardian.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Hiya, My name is Chloe Antonia Penalver, my grandfather was Jose Luis Penalver and his mother Claudina Macedo - I am interested in contacting relatives, particularly Gina and Maricella Macedo - my 1/2 Aunts, both of whom are from Gibraltar. Thank you, Chloé
Date June 9th 2008
Name: Diana Traill
E-Mail: dmtraill@westnet.com.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: My location Australia According to UK records my great grandfather George Wellington Elsey was born in Gibraltar about 1830. Later he returned to Dorset. I would very much like to locate his birth records and thus his parents details. Can anyone help me with this enquiry?
Date June 2nd 2008
Name: Elías Nowell
E-Mail: elias.nowel@juntadeandalucia.es
Homepage URL:
Location: Spain
Comments: Good day: I am called Elías Nowell, am a descendant of Eduardo Nowell. He was born in Gibraltar in the year 1.835 - 1.836. Apparently he emigrated at the age of 18 years, on the year 1.854. I want to know the history of my forbears, information such as, father, mother, grandparents, brothers? Eternally grateful. Elías Nowell.
Date May 21st 2008
Name: ?
E-Mail: wynyard.w@virgin.net
Homepage URL:
Location: ?
Comments: In case anybody is looking: Andrew Gother (sic), Gentleman; Ensign in His Majesty’s 5th Regiment of Foot married, 24th February 1801 at Gibtaltar Miss Sarah Nutt, inhabitant (of Gibraltar)
Date May 3rd 2008
Name: Margaret Berkeley
E-Mail: mlb@southnet.co.nz
Homepage URL:
Location: New Zealand
Comments: Does anyone have any knowledge of the Rowswell Family who lived in Gibraltar and had several children there in the 1840's? Margaret
Date May 3rd 2008
Name: Julie A Gines
E-Mail: julie@gines.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: My mother was Norah Evelyn Shergold, and her parents were William John Shergold, and Agnes Michaela Baker. William was with the Royal Marines and was stationed to Gibraltar shortly after 1907 where he served out his service before becoming a member of the port police in 1920. He died of cancer in 1938 following the death of his son Michael in 1937 of meningitis. What I would like to trace is the family of Agnes Baker. I know that her parents moved to Gibraltar some time between 1896 and 1914, she and William were married in 1918. Her father was Richard Joseph Baker and her mother was Emily Elizabeth Baker (formerly Bussell). They had 3 other children to my knowledge prior to 1891, Richard J, Alfred and Emily, who I believe all went with them and Richard & Alfred were still in Gibraltar in 1938, when my mother left following her fathers death. There are others with the Baker surname at that time who appear to be related to my mother, namely, Acacia Baker, Carlota Baker and Lourdes Baker. But the direct relationship is unknown. I would love to find out more about this arm of my family…….what made Richard take his family to Gibraltar, when did he and Emily die? What happened to his other children and grandchildren? If anyone can help me please contact me on julie@gines.co.uk Thank you
Date May 3rd 2008
Name: Suzanne
E-Mail: granft@optonline.net
Homepage URL:
Location: New York, USA
Comments: I am researching my past and would like to find out if there is any records that might lead me to further information as to who the parents were of Antonio Baglietto (born in about 1886), my great grandfather. He was married to Eulogia Grao,( born in about 1885). Eulogia’s mother was Luisa Grao, born in about 1860 ( According to her immigration records, she lived on Willis Road in Gibraltar). Luisa Grao had the following children that I know of: Kitty Grao, Juan Grao,( born bout 1893), Salvador Grao (born about 1880), & Eulogia Grao (Born about 1995). Antonio and Eulogia had the following children: Jose, Luisa, Victoria and Loretta (All born in Gibraltar) and later, Norman (born in the US). The family immigrated to the US. However, The information I’m looking for is mainly, Luisa Grao’s maiden name, parents names and places of births with ages, and the names of any other siblings. Antonio Baglietto’s parents name, place of birth and age as well as other sibling’s names. Of course any bits of information would be greatly appreciated. Suzanne Ranft Saint James, New York, USA.
Date May 2nd 2008
Name: Gerry
E-Mail: gerrymary64@btinternet.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Trying to find any one who can give me info on my great great grandmother who was born in casares spain she was born about 1852 name of Ana Ramos 'did she have brothers and sisters' her parents were Peter Ramos and Elizabeth Mena, 'why was their names different?' She met and married my great great grandfather who served in the armed forces on Gilbraltar they married 6th march1876 in tge cathedral of saint mary the crowned Gilbraltar, His name was Thomas Bowery they came to England and set up home in gloucestershire, If Anna had sisters & or brothers perhaps their children are looking to find Anna's english family, I look forword to hearing from anyone my email is gerrymary64@btinternet.com or michaelsandford@btinternet.com Gerry [geraldine nee chaplin]
Date April 27th 2008
Name: Caroline Moren
E-Mail: carolinemoren@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Dear Sir, I am trying to trace details of the birth of my grandfather born 27/10/1898 in Gibraltar. Born Jose (or Joseph) Moreno-Sanchez (or just Moreno). Believed to have been born in Gibraltar. Father was Francisco Moreno-Sanchez died before 1916. Jose came to London with his mother (details unknown) during 1916 they being unable to secure passage by boat to Spain. Jose (Joseph) naturalised British during 1928. Any guidance or further information much appreciated...Surnames: MORENO :MORENO-SANCHEZ :MOREN... With kind regards any many thanks. Caroline Moren
Date April 23rd 2008
Name: Jo Johnson
E-Mail: jjohnson16@sky.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Hi, I am trying to trace my ancestor, John Campbell Stevenson Brodie who was a British Subject born in Gibraltar in 1842/43. I have no idea why he was born in Gibraltar or how long he lived there for other than the following: His father is listed as John Brodie, Enginner on John CS Brodies marriage certificate. I cant trace John CS Brodie on any English census until 1871, he married in Farnborough in 1865, not sure when he arrived back in England. His father was not listed as deceased. Family legend states that our Brodies were from Scotland but I have not found any evidence to back this up – so far. Any help would be greatly appreciated Regards, Jo
Date April 20th 2008
Name: Maria Terisa Annand
E-Mail: maria@whitehall2.plus.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Hello, My name is maria terisa annand nee wood.I was born to an english father and gibraltarian mother.Her Name was Genoveva olivero,her parents were Louis Olivero and Hortencia Gomez. When I was younger I used to visit every year all my relatives in Gib...many names of relations are, Carruana,Cardonna,Pratt,Cassiaro annd pereira...to name a few.Now ofcourse as a youngster,one doesnt delve into family trees too much but since my mothers death some 11 years ago and my grandfather in the 1990's (my maternal grandmother died of cancer when i was about 8yrs)...I have lost links and would like to find out more about my roots as I have a strong sense of my gibraltarian roots . I am aware that many of my older relatives have since passed away eg my grandmothr had 4 sisters...fenny(francesca)...conchita pratt, ,olga (saunders),and antonia cardonna.......my grandfather had many brothers and sisters,some who i believe may have gone to argentina late 1890's or early 20th century....i know very little of this side of my family and i believe that the Bishop is related to my mother via the olivero side....In fact I have books which the Bishop wrote and signed to my mother from him,many years ago. Perhaps one of my grandfathers sisters married into the carruana family? Well,i would be so grateful for any information...please feel free to contact me anytime...uk 01795-410422 or email... many thanks,maria terisa annand
Date April 20th 2008
Name: Julie Gines
E-Mail: julie@gines.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: My name is Julie, and my mother’s name was Norah Evelyn Shergold, I am trying to find out about her mother’s family. Agnes Michaela Baker born 1893, married my grandfather William John Shergold in Gibraltar in 1918. My grandfather was a Royal marine, and in 1920 on finishing his Marine service he joined the Port Police where he was responsible for checking incoming vessels and visitors. He died in 1938 and his funeral was a very grand occasion with the coffin being carried on a gun carriage. The photos show that the streets were crowded and the shops closed, and the ships in harbour had flags at half mast. So he was much loved and well respected. My mother and her mother moved back to England to be with his family shortly after this. And my grandmother died before I myself was born. My mother also died 11 years ago. I have recently inherited some old photos which has led me to trying to trace my grandmothers family. I believe her father moved the family to Gibraltar sometime between 1897 and 1914. His name was Richard Joseph Baker c.1863 and his wife was Emily Elizabeth Baker ( nee Bussell) c.1868. When Agnes was born in Portsmouth his occupation was a Brass Moulder in the dockyard. I am unsure as to how many brothers or sisters Agnes had, but the 1891 census if correct, shows Richard J Baker c.1886, Alfred Baker c.1888 and Emily c.1890. My grandfather was shown as deceased at the time of my Grandparents marriage in 1918. Prior to my mother leaving Gibraltar in 1938, she got people to sign her autograph book and names that are there are. Alfred Baker, Richard J Baker, Lourdes Baker, Acacia Baker, Carlota Baker. In 1992 my mother was watching a program with Sir Harry Secombe recorded in Gibraltar. He was talking to the Mayor at that time who was a lady. And I gather my mother recognised her surname and wrote to her to ask if she knew someone my mother knew or was related to? The lady Mayor responded that she was an Aunt by marriage, and I gather that contact was made between them. Unfortunately none of this can be traced. I appreciate any assistance you could give me. Yours sincerely Julie Gines
Date April 14th 2008
Name: Roger Bennoun
E-Mail: rbennoun@yahoo.fr
Homepage URL:
Location: France
Comments: Dear Sir I am interested in genealogy and I am looking for information about JOSEPH SCHEMOOL born 1848 in Gibraltar the grand father of my mother Claire Schemool (british citizen). I am searching dates of birth, marriage, death, of following persons: -name of his wife (sister or brother eventually). -names of his father & mother. -names of his grand father & grand mother. -since which year did he and his parents lived in Gibraltar,eventually from which city/country did they come from and where did thy went. Anyway he left Gibraltar before December 1873 birth date of Jacob Schemool, born in Jaffa , my mother's father. I realize that's a difficult research and I thank you for any informations that you could give me. Gratefully yours Roger Bennoun Ch. Vermont 20 Lausanne/CH +41 21 601 95 38
Date April 11th 2008
Name: Margaret Townsend
E-Mail: metownsend@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: ?
Comments: Hello. I am trying to find information about my paternal grandmother's father whom I believe was born in Gibralter. His name is George Somers & I think he was a military musician. He married a lady called Mary who came from Canada but I do not know her maiden name. He moved to Kent, England & I think lived in the Plumstead/Woolwich area but this also is not positive. I know he had one daughter called Emma who was my grandmother. Any information would be warmly welcomed. My name is Margaret Townsend & my email is metownsend@aol.com
Date April 5th 2008
Name: Carrie Creswell
E-Mail: carrie@scarletts.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Colchester, UK
Comments: Hi, I am researching CRESWELL AND CARVER families who lived in Gibraltar in some numbers from 1822 when Edmund Creswell and Susannah (need Drawbridge) arrived with their 7 children to set up home, while he established himself as Packet Agent and later Postmaster there. His son Edmund succeeded him as Postmaster General, and then Edmund's sister Margaret (Maggie). Would you know of any archives which would show photographs of them or their many children and grandchildren, or newspaper clippings? Edmund II was editor of the Gibraltar Chronicle for several years, I think. Our grandfather was one of Edmund I's sons: Thomas Creswell who married Martha Carver, and they traded in wines and other goods; and we are still in touch with some of the other descendants. Many of them were buried in the Sandpits Cemetary, but I think that this no longer exists? We area coming to Gibraltar at the end of April, so I am hoping we may be able to locate things to see or research while there. Can you help? Hoping for news Regards Carrie and Andrew Creswell.
Date April 2nd 2008
Name: Dai Marcell
E-Mail: Estherlines@gmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Israel
Comments: looking for a family name Dai or Day in Gibraltar. Related to a family in Tunisia. Dai Marcell Israel
Date April 2nd 2008
Name: geraldine
E-Mail: skipnorthwest@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Hi I am looking for anyone who might beable to help me, I'm looking for any relation of my g grandmother who was born in spain a place called Casares not far from Gibraltar, She was Anna Ramos befor becoming Mrs Anna Bowery she married my g grandfather in the Cathedral of the Saint Mary the Crowned Gibraltar they married 6th march 1876 I believe she was born in 1852, Not long after they werre married my G Grandfathers time was up in the armed forces and so they came to England and set up home in Gloucestershire, Her mother was 'as far as i no' Elizabeth Mena and her Father was Peter Ramos, I have been trying to put an advert in a local spanish paper for anyone who is related to her, But then a family member gave me this email sight, She was to my knowledge my Great Grandmother I can follow my Great Grandfathers side but sadly not spanish side. I would love to find any decendence of her. Did she have sisters and brothers, is there any siblings from family members. I look forword to hearing from you in the hope you can help me, Kindest Reguards geraldine.

from Geraldine Sandford nee Chaplin. Looking for any spanish relations with the name Ramos, My g grandmother was Anna Ramos later to become Anna Bowery, Be for going to live on the rock she lived out side a place called casares. she married my g grandfather Thomas Bowery he was in the 28th regimentof foot[now th 1st batt glocester regiment. you can contact me at skipnorthwest@aol.com any info on her or any family she had and left behind when she came to england to live would be good, From Gerry

Date March 29th 2008
Name: Mary
E-Mail: maryonichols@aapt.net.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: Can anyone out there help, looking for the family of Mariquita Orfila born in Gib 1920/1930, her parents were Alberto and Josepa Orfila, Mariquita married some one by the name of Best, he came from the West Indies, they went to Ontario Canada in the early 50's and had 2 children a boy Fabian,?? I think and a girl, thankyou Mary
Date March 28th 2008
Name: Barb Murray
E-Mail: bmurray@sympatico.ca
Homepage URL:
Location: Canada
Comments: I will be visiting Gibraltar soon and would like to look for the grave of my grandfather's brother who died as an infant in the early 1900's, some time between 1900 and 1910. The last name was McCabe but I do not know the first name. Is there a particular cemetery I could look for that would have any records. I do know that the family was Catholic on my great grandmother's side, and my great grandfather was a soldier stationed at Gibraltar.
Date March 27th 2008
Name: ?
E-Mail: stefinneebay@yahoo.com
Homepage URL:
Location: GB
Comments: James Henderson (Scotland) born late 1800's married to Mary Perez, born in Gibraltar. They were married in Gibraltar, and had their children there; then the children, most of them, moved to the United States. I have been trying to trace my family back on my father's father's side. Unfortunately, since my father never knew his father, the information I have is limited. I know James Henderson served on a military ship during World War I Three of the several children of James and Mary are: Anthony, Mercedes and Amanda (born in the 1920's). Anthony Henderson is my father's father. Any help of search suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated!
Date March 26th 2008
Name: Barbara Gray
E-Mail: barbanddoug@shaw.ca
Homepage URL:
Location: Canada
Comments: What a great site. My grandmother, Mary("Polly") Lane married my grandfather Robert"Wilfred" Marsh in Gibraltar approx. 1904. Their son William ("Willie") was born March 11 1905. They moved to Canada about 1909. Grandma never stopped talking of her beloved Gibraltar. Her mother was spanish, and married to Charles Lane. She had a sister Elizabeth(Lizzie), and 2 brothers, William and Charles(Freddy). Would love to know any information on the Spanish side of this family. I don't know gg's maiden name. Her married name was Mary Lane. Thanks again for a wonderful site. Barbara Gray. Mission, British Columbia, Canada. barbanddoug@shaw .ca.
Date March 22nd 2008
Name: Margaret
E-Mail: wyndhamm@westnet.com.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Bunbury, Australia
Comments: Looking for: Thomas Jones, a warden around 1876 - 1907 Daughter: Lily Louisa Jones born 1876 Son: Thomas Jones, Controller of the theatre and assembly halls? Many thanks, Margaret
Date March 21st 2008
Name: Rod
E-Mail: rod.blaker@gmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: ?
Comments: LINDOP... Alfred Henry Lindop had three children – Alfred Henry, Alice Maud and Margaret Gertrude. In the 1891 Census all three are in Gibraltar as Visitors with the Stevens family, but there is no information as to Mother or father. Father is thought to be a Colonel in the UK army. Would anyone have any further leads on this ? Thanks Rod
Date March 21st 2008
Name: Bob MacKintosh
E-Mail: rwmac_61@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Tayport, Scotland
Comments: Hi all, I have family (Clunas) who were in Gibraltar (on route to India with the Army) in 1891. I presume there was a census of personnel in 1891. Am I correct? Is it available for searching? Thanks for your help.
Date March 17th 2008
Name: Sarah
E-Mail: colint-p@talktalk.net
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Lionel, I am at my wits end trying to find information about the BREW family of Gibraltar. How do I find information about BMD and Census Returns without actually travelling to Gibraltar. Would you be able to help in anyway.
Date March 17th 2008
Name: Andre Luis Amram Duque
E-Mail: adukim@aim.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Brazil
Comments: Mr. Please, I am trying to find register about my family Levi Amram´s, Duque´s and Besalel Umbelina´s families. My great-grandmothers have registers in some knessetim of Gibraltar, she was born in Gibraltar and her fathers are of Portugal and Ima of Gibraltar also, below names : Miriam Levi Amram Umbelina. Marietta Amram Umbelina. Jacob Amram Umbelina. Eulodia Umbelina Duque. Jacob David Amram Duque. Manoel Duque. Branca Duque. Information on the above names needed. Kol tov and Thanks Andre Luis Amram Duque +55-61-8154-8177
Date March 10th 2008
Name: Val Lewis
E-Mail: ejlandval@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: England
Comments: I'm trying to find information relating to the family of my grandmother Dinorah Wakelin nee. Penalver. She was the daughter of Alejandro Penalver and Matilde Orciel Moreno but I have no dates or more family history than this. If you can help, please contact me.
Date March 8th 2008
Name: Tina
E-Mail: tina_mattocks@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: ?
Comments: Hi, I am looking for the family of a Margaret Richardson who was born in Gibralter around 1833. In the UK 1871 census she is "married" to William Mallett a Backsmith with 3 children, Elizabeth, Emily and an infant. Tina
Date March 2nd 2008
Name: Ishbel McDonald
E-Mail: Ishbelargyll@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Scotland
Comments: Hi Lionel, I just found out today that my great grandparents were married on Gibralter in 1889. They were called Rosa Hermida and Robert MacDonald (although I think it should have been McDonald). Anyway they had a son William Ross McDonald and there was always a mystery about where he was born - and today I assume that it was Gibralter. They moved back to Scotland but unfortunately William's marriage split up and left 6 children going off in a variety of directions. Dad grew up in Quarrier Homes in Scotland with little knowledge of where he came from apart from knowing that his granny was maybe Spanish. So, I would like to confirm that William was born on Gibralter and wondered if any other members of the family. Help would be much appreciated. I tried to post this on the website but had some difficulties - sorry. Ishbel McDonald from Argyll in Scotland Thanks

REPLY:

Ishbel, I am sorry I did not make myself clear enough. The Mormon church are the LDS Records from Salt Lake City, USA, they provide their services world wide. "Disregard that part". What I did was check the Hermida name within the Gibraltar Catholic records that I have and did not find any information on that particular name. St Andrew's Church of Scotland, Gibraltar, has a CD with all their records for 40pounds that might have what you are looking for. I believe they ship world-wide. Check out the link below for details. http://www.scotskirkgibraltar.com/ Let me know how you do. Good luck, Lionel

Date March 1st 2008
Name: {MISSING PERSON} Story From Gibraltar Chronicle
E-Mail:
Homepage URL: The Doe Network: Case File 327DMUK
Homepage URL: Gibraltar Chronicle
Location: Gibraltar
Comments:
Europa Road skeleton
SIMON PARKES LINK RULED OUT
By Brian Reyes
Detectives have ruled out any link between the Europa Road skeleton and missing sailor Simon Parkes, who vanished in Gibraltar in 1986.


Although from the outset investigating officers had thought it highly unlikely that that these were the remains of the young English sailor, they had kept all options open.
As a matter of courtesy, they had even contacted colleagues in the Hampshire Constabulary who worked closely with the Royal Gibraltar Police in the search for the sailor’s body.
But after painstaking work on the bones and close scrutiny of the Parkes case file, detectives are now certain that the Europa Road skeleton is someone else.
“We’ve been able to confirm this is not Simon Parkes,” an RGP spokesman said, adding that the conclusion was based on corroboration between physical and medical evidence.
Work at the scene of the find on a building site near Europa Road was coming to an end on Friday.
The area has been sealed off as a possible crime scene since workers found the bones while building garages behind private homes.
Forensics experts and archaeologists have carried meticulous work, scraping away layers of soil and dirt to uncover and document the bones.
Alongside the remains they have also found a number of buttons believed to be of military origin.
Although the excavation at the site will conclude shortly, the work will continue to try and date the bones and trace the person’s identity.
Although police are keeping an open mind, one theory gaining weight is that the skeleton has some link to the nearby Royal Naval Hospital.
But the investigation has also involved a trawl through files in search of unsolved cases involving missing persons.
A senior officer said there were at least four such cases, though three of those persons had been reported lost at sea.
The fourth case involves a young English soldier who went missing in strange circumstances in 1962.
Private Colin Luke vanished after telling close pals that he was going to swim from Little Bay to Eastern Beach. He was never seen again.
His case came to light after colleagues who served with him in Gibraltar contacted the Chronicle after reading reports of the Europa Road skeleton.
He said Private Luke’s disappearance had been a great loss to their regiment and that he and his fellow soldiers had long sought answers to the mystery.
However police in Gibraltar are handling the case with extreme caution and have not drawn any link to any missing person.
They say it is too early to draw any conclusions and are wary of raising anyone’s hopes.

March 15th 2008: SIMON PARKES FOLLOW-UP

Europa Road skeleton
EXPERTS STUDY BUTTONS IN ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY REMAINS
By Brian Reyes
Detectives investigating the Europa Road skeleton have sent buttons found next to the bones to the UK for specialist analysis. Archaeologists helping police believe the buttons may be of military origin. If they are right, tracing the regiment could help narrow the scope of the investigation and provide investigators with vital clues as they try to piece together the dead person’s background. Officers are also trawling through files to locate unsolved missing persons cases and will conduct DNA tests if this is deemed appropriate at any stage in the investigation. However police have adopted a slow and meticulous approach to the investigation. They are wary at this stage of linking the skeleton to any individual case. So far investigators have ruled out any connection to missing sailor Simon Parkes, who disappeared in Gibraltar in 1986. They said physical evidence on the bones did not match medical information in police files on the case. One case which officers have not yet ruled out is that of an English soldier who vanished under strange circumstances in 1962. Private Colin Luke went missing after telling close pals that he was going to swim from Little Bay to Eastern Beach. He was never seen again.
Date Feb 15th 2008
Name: Bill Cowell
E-Mail: bcowell@shaw.ca
Homepage URL:
Location: Vancouver, BC Canada
Comments: Hello, I am attempting to research my family's background in Gibraltar. Any relevant web sites would be very much appreciated. Are any census results available online as they are from the UK? Thanks Bill Cowell Vancouver, BC Canada
Date Feb 14th 2008
Name: GUILFORD J. PERRY
E-Mail: rm1usnret73@msn.com
Homepage URL:
Location: ?
Comments: Mother's maiden name FREN - Came to US approximately 1915 with two brothers and mother. Brother's names were Angle (not angel) prounounced angle and Louis. That is all I have. Please ad any info your have. Thank you
Date Feb 11th 2008
Name: Pat Chaplin
E-Mail: patandrich@btinternet.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: I am trying to find out about my great, great, great grandfather George Moore who, according to the 1861 census was born in Gibraltar in about 1800. I am wondering if it is possible to get a birth certificate from then or how I could find out why he was born in Gibraltar, who his parents were and when he came to England. He was living in Westminster in 1861 and married to Maria (born in Westminster), with two children (Frederick and Harriet). I would be grateful for any help that anyone can give me. Thank you.
Date Feb 7th 2008
Name: Beryl Griffiths
E-Mail: beryl.griffiths@virgin.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Manchester England
Comments: Trying to trace the background and birth record of James Griffiths, He was born in Gibraltar abt 1810. He was in Manchester in 1841. I am trying to find out how the family came to be in Gibraltar
Date Feb 6th 2008
Name: Lillian Warr
E-Mail: haleslead@yahoo.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Please can someone track-back the history of the Warr family in Gibraltar and the link with the Warr relation from England, UK? Many thanks. Lillian Warr.
Date Feb 6th 2008
Name: Kim Neil
E-Mail: csi.grissum@googlemail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Hi My name is Kim and I live in Bristol in the UK, I am trying to find any information on a Great grandparent of mine. His name is Thomas Davis and he was bn around 1823 in Gibralter, occupation down as Seaman. Now I don't have any other information on him, other than I do know that he married for a 2nd time in this country to a Amelia Bowles but it was for a very short time, they married in 1871 and he died in 1873. His two children I gather was from his first marriage, their names were Charlotte Mary Ann bn 1867 Bromley, London and Arthur Thomas William bn c1870 Bromley, London. Is there anyone that could throw some light as to who his parents or siblings were, as my head is just stuck firmly on to the brick wall and it won't budge. Thank you for your time and trouble Regards Kim
Date Feb 4th 2008
Name: Peter Wilson
E-Mail: peter.wilson@maxshow.co.uk
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Location: UK
Comments: Can I ask how I can obtain a birth certificate for a relative born on 1828 on Gibraltar, names Janet Tarr I am trying to trace information on her parents and as much info as I can All assistance appreciated
Date Feb 2nd 2008
Name: Keith Goodman
E-Mail: Keith.Goodman@commerce.nsw.gov.au
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Location: Sydney Australia
Comments: Lionel, I was wondering if you can help me? I am trying to trace family who where born in Gibraltar. John Jacob De Young (a Spanish or Dutch merchant) and Nancy (Ann) Harris (born either Ireland or Portugal)Children: Sarah Jacobs De Young (b:1817) in Gibraltar, Spain. Died 1886 in Lambeth, Surrey, London, ENG. Phillip Jacobs De Young, (b:1822/1824) traveller in sponge trade in Gibraltar, Spain. Died Dec 1872 in Lambeth, Surrey, London, ENG. Eliza Jacobs De Young (b:1825) Gibraltar, Spain. Died 1906 in Lambeth, Surrey, London, ENG. Esther Jacobs De Young (b: 3 Feb 1828). Died Melbourne, Victoria 13 Sep 1857. Were to start looking? What am I looking for? Can your web page help? I am unfamiliar with records from Gibraltar. Thanks you, Keith Goodman AAIPM MACS Business Analyst
Date Jan 23th 2008
Name: Margaret Townsend
E-Mail: Metownsend@aol.com
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Location: ?
Comments: Hi, my name is Margaret Townsend & I am looking for information on my grandmother's father whom I believe was born in Gibraltar. All I know is that his name was George Somers & he was a musician, I believe in the Army but I have no proof of that. I think one of his brother's sons became the band leader Debroy Somers. He married a lady called Mary who was born in Canada. I'm afraid that is all I know. Can anyone help or point me in the right direction to find the information. Many thanks Margaret
Date Jan 19th 2008
Name: Chipolina Sandrine
E-Mail: sandrine.chipolina@aliceadsl.fr
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Location: France
Comments: Hello, My name is Sandrine Chipolina. I'am 32 years old and I live in France in a small town called Salles sur l'Hers, between Carcassonne and Toulouse. I have decided to do the genealogy of my father's family. I know a few things about my family and I don't speak very well english but I will try to give you all the informations witch I know.... My father's name is Edouard Chipolina. He was born in Casablanca the 2nd april of 1954. He lived in Casablanca since 1966 then he left to live in France whith is family. My father's got 2 brothers : Antoine and Alexandre and 4 sisters : Incarnacion, Dolores, Térèse and Mathilde. They are the children of Alexandre Chipolina and Térèsa Delgado Requena, my grandfathers. My grandfather was born in Casablanca the 12th décembre of 1917, he was british. My grandmother was born in Larache in Novembre 1916, she is Spanish, she is a deaf and dumb woman. They married the 24th december of 1943 in Casablanca. My grandfather was mechanic (technician ?) on boat. If I remenber well he lived in the district of Casablanca name's "Bourgogne". He had a brother name's George and two sisters : Félicie and Dolly. They were the children of Romualde Plini Chipolina and Incarnacion Lozano. Romualde was his truth name but everyone called him Richard. He had taxis and diligences in Casablanca. He was a very rich person (according to the family legend!) but he had lost all his fortune playing money games. That's the only things I know about my family. If you know anything of my family, if a member of your family remember one of member of my family,could you write me to tell me what you know? Thank you to have take time to read me and I hope see you soon.
Date Jan 5th 2008
Name: Val Barham
E-Mail: M_BARHAM@sky.com
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Location: England
Comments: Hello I posted a message a few years ago but my email address has changed so i thought that i would try again. I am trying to find the birth of my gg grandfather Edwin Hawke who was born in Gabraltar in 1818 posible his father was in the military. Any ideas were i can find any details greatfullt received.
Date Jan 5th 2008
Name: Steve Holloway, S & J Holloway
E-Mail: justemailus@bigpond.com
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Location: South Australia
Comments: Hello we are searching for my GGG Grand Father Richard Holloway, he was born in Gibraltar in 1810, moved to England and married Harriet Grist, they lived in Bristol , and their children were, Ellen born 1838, Edwin born 1840, George born 1845, Richard born 1848, Henry born 1851 and Alfred born 1858. Any information would be appreciated, thanks. Steve and Jill Holloway justemailus@hotmail.com
Date Jan 4th 2008
Name: Darren Ullger
E-Mail: Lackof714@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Long Island, New York
Comments: Hi my name is Darren Ullger. Im from long island new york. im interested in seeing if i have cousins in europe. if anyone with the name Ullger can contact me that would be great. thanks again oh by the way there is forrest ullger age 65 lance ullger age 52 scott ullger age 50 kim ullger age 49 wayne ullger age 48 and me darren ullger age 47
Date Jan 1st 2008
Name: Yvonne Flood
E-Mail: evieflood@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Perth Western Australia
Comments: I am researching my husbands family tree, and I'm looking for any information on James Henry Hutchins born 1844, Henry Hutchins born 1838 and Mary Jane Hutchins born 1840. I would assume these are siblings, I have no information on the parents, and this is what I would like to find out. Accordingly to the family bible these people were born in Gibraltar. I'd appreciate ANY information available.
Date Dec 13th 2007
Name: Benaim David
E-Mail: danben@012.net.il
Homepage URL:
Location: ?
Comments: Hello, My name is Benaim David I'm doing a research of my Benaim family from Tetuan , Morocco , and looking for details of BENAIM DAVID , b.21/08/1894, Tetuan Morocco , d. 03/196 Gibraltar. i think he was the son of RABBI R.H.M (Rafael, Haim, Moshe) Benaim and Massuda daughter of R. Moshe Naim/Benaim..? (one of them d.08/04/1920, Gibraltar?). where can someone help me with some details of this family: parents, brothers, sisters, dates...? thank you, David
Date Dec 7th 2007
Name: Sylvia Shephard Worth
E-Mail: sylvia.worth@btopenworld.com
Homepage URL:
Location: England
Comments: I am trying to research the family history of my late grandmother Dolores nee Benitez Vella who I believe was brought up in Jimena de la Frontera with her brother and sister. She travelled to Gibraltar to find work, met and married my grandfather Carlos Vella from Malta. I know that my great grandfather's Christian name was John or Juan and his wife possibly Beatriz Plata. Any information or advice gratefully received.
Date Dec 3rd 2007
Name: Christina Stace
E-Mail: fredhstace@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: England
Comments: I am researching my husband's family, and I have found that his great great grandmother was born in Gibraltar in 1837 and married a William Walker, who appears to have been working in Gibraltar, they got married then went on to have two children, again in Gibraltar. Can anyone please help me in finding out exactly where the marriage and birth certificate would be held.
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Date Dec 2nd 2007
Name: Enrique Ruiz Langtry
E-Mail: efruiz14@yahoo.com.ar
Homepage URL:
Location: Buenos Aires-Argentina
Comments: I am searching relatives in Gib.because my G-Grandparents came to buenos Aires in earliest 1900´s. My g-g-father was William Langtry, born in Quebec. His wife, Ana Cueto born in Jimena ,Spain. Their children were: Henry (my grandfather) William, John, Ernest, Frank , Leonard and Mary Ann. I know that in Gib. there are relatives Freyone, Trenado, Reyes. My other g.g.father was Francisco Gache, married with Rosa Berber born in Ceuta.This was his third marriage. The other wifes were two Rosa´s sisters .His doughter Maria Julia (Julieta) Gache was the mother of my mother. She married here in Buenos Aires, with Henry Langtry, son of William Langtry.Any information would be appreciated. Excuse if any grammar mistake. Thank you very much. Enrique-Henry
Date Nov 29th 2007
Name: Robert Hall
E-Mail: Alimetreehouse@aol.com
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Location: England
Comments: I had a relative, Cecil C Palmer, born 1896, who lived in Gibraltar with his parents. He was reputed to be a "published poet". Does anyone have any knowledge of this poet from Gibraltar?
Date Nov 20th 2007
Name: Megan
E-Mail: m.walsh@ihug.co.nz
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Location: New Zealand
Comments: I am searching for any information regarding my great great grandmother Elizabeth Graham b. ca 1803 in Gibraltar. She married a Miguel Garcia ? lieutenant Sp. light Infantry. Her death certificate lists her father as Robert Graham. She later lived in London from the 1830's before migrating to Melbourne, Australia ca 1860 with her son Miguel Paschal Garcia. She was possibly Methodist. Her death certificate lists her father as Robert Graham. Any suggestions as to how to locate birth & marriage certificates would be greatly appreciated.
Date Nov 23th 2007
Name: Ronald Barber
E-Mail: rbarber@fsmail.net
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Location: UK
Comments: Looking for Patricia Perez who lived in Rosia Ramp around 1961.
Date Nov 19th 2007
Name: Joey Thomas
E-Mail: Jatpop12xs@roadrunner.com
Homepage URL:
Location: California
Comments: Looking for Bocarisa Families from Vicente Bocarisa born 1861 Gibraltar and Ana Sodi his wife born 1863. They had eight children Ana, Angelina, Francisco, Mercedes, William, Maria del Carmen, Maria Victoria and Harry Bocarisa. Harry born around 1902 was the father of another Vicente Bocarisa of England. Contact: Jatpop12xs@roadrunner.com Thanks
Date Nov 18th 2007
Name: gilles de la bedoyere
E-Mail: gillesdelabed@free.fr
Homepage URL:
Location: France
Comments: I am trying to research descendants of Doctor Scott Stevenson friend of my grand father gilbert durand saint leger died and burried in north front cemetery 22 august 1960 thanks
Date Nov 15th 2007
Name: Lynn Bird
E-Mail: mmgrifiths@cogeco.ca
Homepage URL:
Location: Canada
Comments: Ralph James Haughton, maternal great grandfather was born in Gibraltar in 1847. How can I find his birth records and, specifically, who his parents were?
Date Nov 13th 2007
Name: Jo
E-Mail: joanned63@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: The SANZ family: Can anyone help please I am researching my husbands family of sanz in Gibraltar and I was wondering if any one had any information about this family. His grandmother was Louisa Sanz who married george higman in the 1930s at the Methodist Church Gibraltar. During the war they moved to england for safety and never went back. I have been in contact with the methodist church who were very helpful but told me that there were no more records for sanz in their register and suggested that maybe the Catholic church might help. Does anyone know about catholic records in Gibraltar? I would be so grateful of any help I can get. Thank you
Date Nov 9th 2007
Name: Wendy
E-Mail: didivot@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: I am trying to find any Glovers born in Gibraltar in the 1800's. I know of 3 Lucy, William and Charlotte any would appreciate any other information.
Date Nov 7th 2007
Name: Edward Hepper
E-Mail: didivot@hotmail.com
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Location: UK
Comments: I am trying to research my family, Hepper, who were in Gibraltar from around 1800 to at least the 1930s. My great grandfather, James Albert Hepper was born in 1839 to Richard and Mary (nee Bowe) Hepper and came to England c 1855 to get an engineering education and joined the Royal Engineers. His children all based in England and served in the army in all round the world. My uncle used to visit 'unt Constance' a neice of Albert's when travelling to the middle east in the 1930s. The family lived at Bracebridge House, Prince Edward's Drive in the 1840s and Albert went to school at Pitman's in Pitman's Alley. Both these streets survive I believe but I don't know about the houses. . I am particularly interested to know whether any of the Heppers survive in Gibraltar? What Richard Hepper's occupation was in the 1840s 1850s. I believe it was 'merchant' but what of? Anything about the Bowes - Mary Anne Bowe married Richard Hepper in 1834. I would be grateful if you could put me in touch with a Gibraltar based genealogist who could help me with these questions. Richard's father James Heper came to Gibraltar c 1800 from Leeds in Yorkshire. I look forward to hearing from you. Edward Hepper 61 Queens Road, Alton Hants GU34
Date Nov 3rd 2007
Name: Kay Eaton
E-Mail: kay@cornaa.freeserve.co.uk
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Location: UK
Comments: I am trying to find out about the regiment The Royal Artillery that was based in Gibraltar in the mid 1800s as I have found out that my Great Great Granfather was a gunner with the Arillery in 1860 and Subsequently my great grandmother was born there along with several of her siblings, can you help please.
Date Nov 2nd 2007
Name: Valerie Larkman
E-Mail: vallarkman@hotmail.co.uk
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Location: Kent England
Comments: William Burrow Haffenden, my great great grandfather, was born in Gibraltar in 1837. His parents names were John and Maria Renshaw Haffenden. William went on to become a master mariner, and ended up living in Australia. Could anyone fill in any gaps for me ?
Date Nov 2nd 2007
Name: Damien Mead
E-Mail: damo1959@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Macclesfield England
Comments: Trying to trace Bridget Heard (my Great Great grandmother) who i believe was born in Gibraltar c 1840. She married Samual Walker who was stationed there in the 74th Highlanders. They had a daughter Margaret Mary.
Date Oct 24th 2007
Name: Terry Bowfield
E-Mail: blowfieldblowfield@btinternet.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Tharston, Norfolk
Comments: Dear everyone, does anyone know anything about a Charles Charlton who was supposed to have been born in Gibraltar about the period 1796 - 1798. This information was gleaned from the English 1861 and 1871 censuses. He could have been serving in the military but this is only a guess. His trade in England was a bootmaker. Any help will be appreciated. Terry
Date Oct 14th 2007
Name: Mario Segui
E-Mail: g.segui@SKY.COM
Homepage URL:
Location: Gibraltar.
Comments: I AM TRYING TO TRACE ANCESTARY OF SEGUI FAMILY
Date Oct 12th 2007
Name: Lesley
E-Mail: lesley.hoyte@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Portugal.
Comments: I am researching my family history and find that my great grandparents, Daniel and Francis Smith, were in Gibraltar as he was a colour sergeant in the British Army. They had previously been to Malta where my grandfather was born (1872). Whilst in Gib, my great aunt Ada was born (1874). Can anyone give me any info as to why the army was there and where I can get a copy of my great aunt's birth certificate. Thanks.
Date Oct 11th 2007
Name: Claire Mason
E-Mail: masonclaire@btinternet.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom.
Comments: Hi, I am trying to trace my family tree and need some help locating my Great Grandfathers grave,which I have been told is in Gibralter.His name is James Green and was born approx.1890,he lived with his wife Alice(nee Wright) in Great Yarmouth,Norfolk with their 5 children-James,Margery,George,Jack and Malcolm.He served in the Navy as a sub-mariner and died c.1940 aged approx.50yrs old.I assume that he died in Gibralter which is why he would be buried there but I am unaware as to the reason he was in Gibralter.Any information you could give me regarding him would be most appreciated. Thanks, Claire Mason,
Date Oct 7th 2007
Name: Liz Boscio
E-Mail: lizboscio@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Hello there I am trying to locate further information on my grandfather who was born in Gibraltar. His name is ALFRED BOSIO he was born on 10th November 1905 and Died 13th March 1965. He was married to a Lady (My Gran) called Elena Bosio. My grandfather left my gran and went to live with another lady and to my knowledge they went on to have children. They would have been all born sometime in the 1950's. Please if anyone has any information on this family can they please get intouch ASAP...Along the way I have gained a (C) in my name but it should be BOSIO like my grandfathers. Do you know this family well? Are we related? I look forward to hearing from anyone who can help with tracing my family.
Date Oct 6th 2007
Name: Joe Thomas
E-Mail: jatpop12xs@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: California
Comments: Grandmother maria del Carmen Bocarisa born in Gibraltar Feb 1901. Her parents were Vincente Bocarisa and Ana Sodi. They were both natives of Gibraltar and lived at Officer Quarters on Bell Lane. Looking for any info on the Bocarisa and Sodi families. Maria had two sisters mercedes and Victoria, and I beleive also a brother Eugenio. Thanks for you help. Joe

(Oct 5th 2007)My grandmother Maria del Carmen Bocarisa was born in Gibraltar, Spain 11 Feb 1901. Her parents were Ana Sodi and Vincente Bocarisa both Natives of Gibraltar. They had three other children Mercedes, Victoria, and Eugenio. They lived at officers quarters on Bell Lane. I would like to find the parents birth records and who their parents were nd where were they from. Thank you for helping, JoeThomas
Date Sept 30th 2007
Name: Marcelo de B Quartin
E-Mail: marceloquartin@ig.com.br
Homepage URL:
Location: Rio de Janeiro- Brasil
Comments: Hello; I wrote few months ago asking about my family, who lived in Gibraltar above 1700's. Our family name in this ocasion was Curtin or Quartin. If someone could help me sending informations i will appreciate this. Thanks, best regards; Marcelo Quartin.
Date Sept 23th 2007
Name: Noreen Windsor
E-Mail: noreenwindsor@gmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: I am looking for the Gomez family. My great grandmother Isobel came from a Gibraltarian family and was married At The Church of the Holy Trinity on 17th September 1881 to James William Tanner
Date Sept 23th 2007
Name: John Barber
E-Mail: margbarber2004@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Northampton, England
Comments: On 24 June 1933 a Mr J W Furniss of 54 Blackman Lane, Leeds sailed from the Port of London on SS Oronsay to Gibraltar. Does anyone know if this was JOSEPH WEBSTER FURNISS born 9 Sep 1855 at Coal Aston, Derbyshire? He was my greatgrandfather and i cannot trace him from 1920 onwards. I should be grateful for any information and in return could supply details of his earlier life together with those of his ancestors and descendants. Here's hoping! John Barber
Date Sept 20th 2007
Name: Lea Hurst
E-Mail: lea.hurst05@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Wonderful website. Desperately trying to confirm if there would be record of g-g-grandmother who says she was born 1920 'on sea', then JamaicaBS,then Gibraltar. Any explanations gratefully received.
Date Sept 15th 2007
Name: Lesley
E-Mail: lstainsby@fsmail.net
Homepage URL:
Location: England
Comments: I am seeking info as to why the british army were stationed in gibraltar in1865.my grtg grt granparents married in gibraltar.both born in uk elizabeth miller b kent.john jeb bingham a gunner in ra,why was she there. thanks lesley
Date Sept 4th 2007
Name: Jane Silva
E-Mail: janesilva1@earthlink.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Redding, CA USA
Comments: Looking for information on surnames Wink, Luque or Pau from Gibraltar. Thanks
Date Sept 2nd 2007
Name: Jon Hunt
E-Mail: jonathan_h@hotmail.co.uk
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Location: UK
Comments: I am look for a Martinez familiy. My Great grandfather George Reed (RMLI) married into the family. Cousins of the grandmother visited Gosport in Hampshire in the 1930's
Date Aug 30th 2007
Name: James Harris
E-Mail: jimfredharris@hotmail.com
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Location: London, Ontario, Canada
Comments: Trying to locate something about a Catherine born about 1840 in Gibraltar who married a Clarence Harris from Englad. Two children born in Malta then one in Quebec, Canda, then more in Ontario Canada. Appear to have come to Canada about 1865 through Quebec (likely Montreal or Halifax).
Date Aug 30th 2007
Name: Enrique Carreño
E-Mail: enriquecarrenorussi@yahoo.com
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Location: Sevilla, Spain
Comments: In my genealogical tree I have the following Gibraltarian last names of centuries XVIII and XIX: ROCCA, GIORDANO (or JORDAN), PASSANO, TASHARA, GRANDONE, BELLANDA and ORSI. If somebody has any information on such, please contact me. Thanks.
Date Aug 29th 2007
Name: Colin Whitfield
E-Mail: colin@colinwh.freeserve.co.uk
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Location: England
Comments: I am looking for information on a Mary Thurlow, maiden name Richardson b. Gibraltar abt 1862 and shown in the 1891 UK Census living in London UK. Thank you, Colin Whitfield
Date Aug 12th 2007
Name: Gail Jarrard
E-Mail: gailjarrard@sbcglobal.net
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Location: California, USA
Comments: I am searching for any and all family history from Gibraltar. My grandmother (Mercedes Montado was born in 1900 March 4). Her parents were Montado & Padina. She also had a sister Agnes who was a school teacher & her sister's burial was at St. Mary the Crowned. Any suggestions? I've written several times to the above mentioned church offering to pay for any copies of records, but to no avail. Any ideas? Thank you, in advance for your assistance.
Date Aug 6th 2007
Name: Colin White
E-Mail: unclecolin@yahoo.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Comments: I am trying to trace my paternal great grandmother, Maud Beatrice Castle who was born in Gibraltar in 1866. She emigrated to the UK sometime in the first 20 years of her life. I would appreciate - a) any information about her b) any information about how to obtain birth and family records from Gibraltar. Thank you..........Colin White
Date Aug 3nd 2007
Name: Annette H. Sabbah
E-Mail: annettesbbh@yahoo.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Chatsworth, California - U.S.A
Comments: My paternal Grandparents Abraham and Hannah Bitton were born in Gibraltar Circa 1840 - 1880 ? My Father Messod Bitton, his brothers Nathan and Samuel Bitton were born there as well - circa 1900 ? I have recently started a family tree and am very anxious to find out more information on their existence there - such as photos, documents, birth certificates, marriage certificate, house adress, - etc. I would be forever in your debt if any info. was found and forwarded to me. Thank you, Sincerely yours, Annette H. Sabbah
Date Aug 2nd 2007
Name: Maud Jarvus
E-Mail: maud.jarvis@blueyonder.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Essex UK
Comments: Seeking any information about the marruage of George Nelson Grant b.1870 to Mary Jane McGuinness in Gibralter 1892 they later went to India. George Nelson Grant was my gt uncle and I am rearching his life and family, looking for any descendants.
Date Aug 1st 2007
Name: Gordon
E-Mail: gwpaterson@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Scotland
Comments: I've started building my family tree,but I need to trace my mothers family,who all come from Gibraltar.My my mothers maiden name was Rogelia Lavagna,born in 1928.Any info would be great.
Date July 30th 2007
Name: Paul J. Hernandez
E-Mail: Paul821h@Verizon.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Holbrook ,Ma USA
Comments: Hi, My GGGrandfather Eleuterio Coll Hernandez was Born on Gibraltar April 18, 1849, one of 13 brothers and sisters all born on Gibraltar Jane,Mary,Lupito,Lorenzo,Anthony,Pasqual,Manuel,John,Isadoro other names have been misplaced but not forgotten. Their Mother Mary Coll Hernandez daughter of a soldier(Officer) on Gibraltar. Father Anthony Manuel Hernandez gardener of Capt. of Port Dept., Died July 27, 1887. Mary converted to Catholicism when she married Antonio. Have sent many written request to Catholic Church on Gibraltar, and to the Cemetery Keeper, to no avail. Trying to find cemetery buried, Church married and any pert dates or information. Any help would be appreciated.
Date July 14th 2007
Name: Jane Martin
E-Mail: jane@netyp.com.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: Hello,I was wandering if any one in gibraltar might be able to help me,my grt grandfather Frederick Charles William Martin was born in 1862 in Spain,I have not been able to find information on him even though I have contacted Spanish messages boards and the British Embassy.I was wandering as a last resort he might have been born in Gibraltar.What information I have got on him is confusing as several places in Spain have been suggested as possible birth places,none of which appear to exist.His parents were British,I was wandering if the father might have been in the British Army.I hope somebody might be able to help me sort things out.I know that his parents names were probably Thomas and Mary but I have three different maiden names for the mother. Thank you. Jane
Date July 13th 2007
Name: Garzon Masna
E-Mail: igarzon@mixmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Sevilla
Comments: Estimados Sres; me gustaria conocer la informacion que tuvieran disponible sobre: - Jose Masna: nacido en Genova 1788 muerto en Gibraltar 1852 - Nicolas Masna: muerto en gibraltar 1887 - Jose Bonifacio Masna: nacido en Gibraltar 1843. O cualquier informacion relativa al apellido MASNA. Un cordial saludo.
Date July 8th 2007
Name: Sue Simons
E-Mail: csimons2@optonline.net
Homepage URL:
Location: USA
Comments: Looking for information on my gg grandmother, Maria Talbert who is listed as being born in Gibralter in 1852. She moved to England 1868.
Date July 6th 2007
Name: Marian Folan
E-Mail: marianfolan@eircom.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Ireland
Comments: Can anyone tell me how to obtain birth records from Gibraltar? I have been trying for over a year to find my GGG grandfather's birth in c1808, but so far to no avail. I was promised that the archivist would reply to my numerous e-mails, but he never did. I would be so grateful if someone could point me in the right direction. Thank you.
Date July 6th 2007
Name: Jason Smith
E-Mail: jasonpsmith251@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Devon, UK
Comments: Hi, I'm searching for Epsworth ancestros on Gibraltar. George Epsworth married a Jane Tudella/Turello (a widow)at the Kings Chapel in 1881. Can anyone tell me anything more about him, her, or their families. George's father's name is given as Henry, a cabinet maker - can't find him on UK census and Jane's father's name is given as Michael Tudella (a tailor). Any help would be greatly appreciated... otherwise it's spend more money time to go back over to Gib! jason
Date June 30th 2007
Name: Judy Charles
E-Mail: j.jaycee@xtra.co.nz
Homepage URL:
Location: New Zealand
Comments: Am looking for birth/baptism records for Thomas William BROWN b c1832 Gibraltar. No other information is known about him. Thanks for any help.
Date June 30th 2007
Name: Clifford Carter
E-Mail: cliffordcarter@btinternet.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Yorkshire, UK
Comments: My great aunt Alice Parkinson married John Molyneux at Bolton, Lancashire, on 31 Dec 1886. In U.K. Census returns his birthplace is recorded as Gibraltar and dob about 1852. On the marriage certificate John's father is named as Samuel Molyneux, Gentleman. I would be grateful for any information you may have about the Molyneux family in Gibraltar or details of sources I should search. Thank you and best wishes, Clifford Carter.
Date June 23rd 2007
Name: Ann Hopwood
E-Mail: aucj72@dsl.pipex.com
Homepage URL:
Location: York UK
Comments: I wish to know how to obtain a marriage certificate of a wedding that took place in Gibralter between 1860-1867. I have the page number. My great grandfather was born in Wickham Skeith, Suffolk in about 1840, he joined the 2nd Battalion, 15th regiment. He married a Charlotte Bosio who was born in Gibralter about 1844. His name was James Barrell. He reached the rank of sergeant. They had 9 children Ellen 1870 born in Ireland, Albert James 1871 born in the Alderney Islands (my grandad on my mums side) William George 1873 born in Aldershot, Henry 1875, James 1878, Frederick 1880 all born in Knaresborough Yorkshire, Walter 1884, Herbert 1887 and Arthur E 1891 all born in York, Yorkshire Could anyone give me anymore information on my great grandmother Charlotte Bosio born about 1844 in Gibralter such as parents, siblings etc. as all I know is she married my great grandad and went on to have 9 children and died in 1909 in York Yorkshire England.
Date June 20th 2007
Name: Amanda
E-Mail: mands_uk@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: USA
Comments: Have found an old family tree and am trying to trace my grandmother's family. Have no idea where to start. The family name is Olivari . . . Any pointers would ge great. . . can date back to Domingo and Maria Louisa Olivari in the early 1800's. Many thanks
Date June 17th 2007
Name: Deborah
E-Mail: ukc802107822@btconnect.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Bracklesham Bay
Comments: I wish to know how to obtain Marriage Certificates, Birth Certificates etc, and link this information up to Millitary Records, in Gibraltar. In 1840, Salisbury UK, John Langtry was born. He joined the Kings Lifeguards, went to India and then settled in Gibraltar, marrying Mary Bossio (date unknown). They had William (1864 in Canada), Albert (1866), Sarah (1868), Henry (1870), Frank (1872), John (1873), Emily (1874). We are unsure whether all the children were born in Canada - but we do know that all the children returned to Gibraltar - the birthplace of their Mother. All but Sarah, then emigrated to Argentina. Sarah married William James Brunt, we think in Gibtaltar (1892). She had seven children, of whom John Brunt (1904) was my grandfather. Sarah and her family seem to have travelled the World and returned to Gibtaltar, after the death of William James in 1905. I have loads of info regarding the Langtry family but I am struggling to find Marriage Certificates for Mary and John and Sarah and William. I am planning to bring my Mother to Gibraltar in October and would love to find out as much info as I can before we get there. Hopefully there maybe someone who can offer me some assistance and if our information can help you do not hesitate to contact me
Date June 15th 2007
Name: Kate Dunning
E-Mail: k.dunning@balbycarr.doncaster.sch.uk
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Location: Doncaster, UK
Comments: Hi want to trace the birth of my grandfather in gibralter in 1897 he has a brother called thomas and a sister. His father was stationed in gibralter came from plymouth and married a spanish lady called maria can anyone help
Date June 10th 2007
Name: Lynda Laker
E-Mail: groovygranny18@hotmail.com
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Location: England
Comments: Hi....my husbands Uncle.....Dennis Laker was on board a plane which overan the runway at Gibralter and all on board were killed. This was we think a military plane and just after the end of WW2. We are not sure if it was British or Canadian Armed Forces. He is buried somewhere on Gibralter and we are visiting soon and would like to find his burial place. Can anyone help..... I think the timeline would be 1945-1948. Many thanks, Lyn
Date June 8th 2007
Name: B Griffiths
E-Mail: beryl.griffiths@virgin.net
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Location: England
Comments: Trying to trace the birth of James Griffiths who was born in Gibraltar abt 1810. He married Elizabeth Ashcroft in Manchester in 1830 and is on the 1841 and 1851 census. I am trying to trace his parents, and to find out why the family were in Gibraltar in 1810
Date May 22th 2007
Name: Richard Nolan
E-Mail: foraern@gmail.com
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Location: Dublin, Ireland
Comments: I'm trying to find records on my great grandfather, Richard Fay Nolan, the details are very sketchy, but I believe he was born in Gibraltar in December 1872. Where can I find the records pertaining to his birth, or from when he left Gibraltar around 1898-1899 to go to America.
Date May 24th 2007
Name: Bruce McLachlan
E-Mail: bruce@mcbrucie.co.uk
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Location: Dumfries, Scotland
Comments: I am researching my family history and found that my GG Grandmother was married twice. Her 1st husband was Alexander McDonald who was a Drum Major of 4th Highlanders. I know they has two children who were born in Gibraltar (William McDonald b. 1866 & James McDonald b.1868)(I found this out from a Scottish 1881 census). Can anyone please tell me where I can find the birth records or census records for these people? Also I know that Alexander died before 1877 as his wife Annie McDonald (Thomson) married a John Bruce in Edinburgh and it stated on her Marr. Cert. that she was a widow of Alexander McDonald..(this was John Bruce's 3rd wife!). Why would they be in Gibraltar at this time? Are there any military records showing if Alexander was killed in action? Thanks for any information you may have. Regards Bruce McLachlan
Date May 22th 2007
Name: Richard Nolan
E-Mail: foraern@gmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Comments: I'm trying to find records on my great grandfather, Richard Fay Nolan, the details are very sketchy, but I believe he was born in Gibraltar in December 1872. Where can I find the records pertaining to his birth, or from when he left Gibraltar around 1898-1899 to go to America.
Date May 21th 2007
Name: Mary Levers
E-Mail: lozzielors2002@yahoo.co.uk
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Location: England
Comments: I am looking for the parents of Edmund Connell, born 1809 in Gibraltar. He married martha Meads from County Cork, Republic of Ireland, in London in 1840. Can anyone help please?
Date May 19th 2007
Name: Michelle
E-Mail: lozzielors2002@yahoo.co.uk
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Location: England
Comments: I am helping a friend with her family research and have now reached a massive brick wall! Her Grandmother was Victoria PENALVER born c1895 in Gibraltar. She married a David Simeon SLIMM, (as I cant find a marriage in UK, presuming it was in Gibraltar), their first child was born in SHeffield England in 1914. Any help at all would be appreciated. My friend never knew her grandparents and would love to find, in particular, the PENALVER line TIA Michelle
Date May 12th 2007
Name: Nick Elliott
E-Mail: nick@n-elliott.co.uk
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Location: Scotland
Comments: My gt gt gt grandfather James Elliott went to Gibraltar in the early 1800s, married a Spanish girl and had three children before returning to UK. Unfortunately, whilst I have records of the children's births fom the King's Chapel I don't have the marriage record as I was told the Marriage Register has gone missing. Has the Register been located? Nick Elliott
Date May 9th 2007
Name: David Carter
E-Mail: cdcarter263@hotmail.com
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Location: London, England
Comments: Thanks for starting this message board- it's very interesting. My great grandparents (Richard and Lydia Forrest nee Elliott) lived in Gibraltar in the 1870's as my GGF was a sergeant in the Royal Artillery. I don't know if they were married in Gib or UK. I have found the baptism record of my gt uncle in the Kings Chapel, but know that other siblings were born in Gib. Can you please point me to other websites on which I might get further information? Regards David Carter
Date May 2nd 2007
Name: Lesley
E-Mail: apstonchy@fsmail.net
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Location: UK
Comments: Comments: has anyone any info on john bingham gunner in royal artillery.brn st marys nottingham.married elizabeth miller in gibralter 1850s onwards.their daughter harriet was born in gib.elizabeth was born in charlton.they lived in woolich,heanor,eastwood and mapperley.nottinghamshire/derbyshire.any info greatfully recieved.
Date April 26th 2007
Name: Natalie Suff
E-Mail: kormagal@aol.com
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Location: Southend, England
Comments: Hello all, I am trying to find out any information about my great grandmother Emmanuella PACHECO SUFF (born approx. 1900)We believe she was a Spanish native who married my gibraltarian great grandfather Matthew Francis SUFF. I am also trying to trace Matthews mother Catalena LOPEZ SUFF, a former nun born in Igualeja, Spain. She married my great great grandfather, Daniel b.1838 in 1891. If anyone can give me details concerning these two women and their families it would be much appreciated! Natalie
Date April 25th 2007
Name: John Bellidori
E-Mail: bellidori@yahoo.com
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Location: New York, USA
Comments: I am trying to trase the Shannon (or Ben Sha'nan) family in Gibraltar. I think they came over from Morocco in the 1740's then between 1767 and 1778 at least some of them moved to London. I have ordered from the LDS the 1777 Gibraltar census, but I wondered if anybody knows if the 1753 and 1767 Gibraltar censuses still exist? If so how I can either get copies or have someone look up my family in them? Thank you John


Additional Comments May 30th 2007: I have found a ancestor who is listed in the "List of Ihabitants'Houses 1778" as being in the area of " From the Moorish Castle to the S th (?south) Polygon. The Moorish Castle bit I get, but I cannot find on any of the old maps (1750, 1780 & 1785) any mention of Polygons, south or otherwise. Does anyone have any suggestions? On another subject does anyone know if the 1767 & 1753 censuses are still around, if so where could I find them? Many Thanks John

Date April 15th 2007
Name: Jane Dodd
E-Mail: janedodd@yahoo.co.uk
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Location: England
Comments: I am searching the birth details of my ancestor ROBERT GEORGE COCHRANE born in Gibraltar in 1795, I have his marriage certificate, he was married in London England. Does anyone know how I can get this information and then a certificate. His father was also Robert and his occupation on the marriage certificate was a gentleman.
Date April 14th 2007
Name: Michael Lloyd-Davies
E-Mail: mlloyddavi@aol.com
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Location: Cheshire, England
Comments: Georgina (maiden name unknown) married JOHN CULLEN an officer in the 72nd Highlanders stationed in Gibraltar, born around 1830. First record of child born in Dumfries & Galloway in 1866. Any connections? Military marriage? Daughter of military man serving in Gibraltar? Help would be much appreciated Michael, Cheshire
Date Feb 20th 2007
Name: Ben Joscelyne
E-Mail: benjos@btinternet.co.uk
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Location: Essex, England
Comments: EDWARD JOSCELYN BAUMGARTNER was the Registrar of the Court of Admiralty in Gibraltar at the time of the Salvage Enquiry into the Mary Celeste in 1872. I am interested to find his parentage and presumed connection to the Joscelyn family. (I do have information about his daughter Philippa and her marriages. Any information or leads would be appreciated.
Date Feb 17th 2007
Name: Deanna
E-Mail: doverwater@hotmail.com
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Location: Canada
Comments: I am looking for information on my great Uncle Charles whose full name was Victor Alexander Charles Webb.He was in Gibraltar for the first war and was buried there in 1923/1924,He died Dec. 24, 1900 according to our info.Any help would be apreciated. Thanks you, Deanna
Date Feb 14th 2007
Name: Lionel
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Location: USA
Comments: Hi Fay, I have been trying to get in touch with you but had no luck, "MAILER-DAEMON@ yahoo.com" You might need to unblock your spam mail. I'll keep on trying. Regards Lionel
Date Feb 7th 2007
Name: Marian Folan
E-Mail: marianfolan@eircom.net
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Location: Ireland
Comments: Hi Everyone Just wanted to say don't give up! I have at long last had a response from King's Chapel. No news yet, but my four e-mails have been forwarded to their archivist who works part-time. So hopefully I will hear something definite soon. Thought this would encourage all those who are waiting for a response.
Date Feb 4th 2007
Name: Marian Folan
E-Mail: marianfolan@eircom.net
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Location: Ireland
Comments: Please don't give up your Gibraltar searches like I nearly did, becuase hope is on the horizon! Since my recent posting on this page, I have received a reply from King's Chapel to say that my (four) e-mails have now been forwarded to their archivist who works part-time. So I hope soon to be able to report some definite news.
Date Jan 28th 2007
Name: Marian Folan
E-Mail: marianfolan@eircom.net
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Location: Ireland
Comments: Searching for the birth record of WILLIAM LEDGER who was a British subject born in Gibraltar 1808-1811. His family were from Limerick in Ireland, which was of course part of Britain at that time. William graduated from Trinity College Dublin in the 1830's and he became a poet and author. He married Sarah Finucane c1830. They were my GGGgrandparents. All my Gibraltar enquiries so far have been in vain. Have written four times to King's Chapel since November 2006 but received no reply whatsoever. Any help or advice would be very much appreciated. Thank you.
Date Jan 26th 2007
Name: Mary Warner
E-Mail: bobmary2@hotmail.com
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Location: Harlow Essex England
Comments: Hi, I am trying to find any information on my grandmother Alice Mary Smith born in Gibraltar on 20th September 1875. Her mother was Emelia Bozino or Bozzino born in Madrid, Spain in 1856. Emilia's father was Jose Bozzino. Any information would be welcome please. Many thanks.
Date Jan 19th 2007
Name: Margaret Lemon
E-Mail: nyrak@bigpond.net.au
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Location: Sydney Australia
Comments: I am looking for any information on the family origins of Antonia Manuela Perera (Pereira)who was from La Linea and born c. 1840. She married my g-g-grandfather William Shelton on 2nd Jul 1858 in the Kings Chapel. He was in the British army and her father was, acc. to family history, a pirate/smuggler and was killed by the British (not confirmed!). She went to Cork, Ireland in 1862. Her first daughter was Maria, another Juanita and one son was Emanuel so possibly family names. Any help would be much appreciated. early childhood. Tks for any info.
Date Jan 8th 2007
Name: Scott Swanson
E-Mail: sswanson@butler.edu
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Location: Indianapolis IN
Comments: I?d be grateful for help and advice about how to find a birth or baptismal record for William Thomas Wiggins, born 1836-1837 in Gibraltar. He was the son of another William Thomas Wiggins whose profession was given on his son?s marriage record as Corporal Royal Artillery. Presumably if wife and child were present, his father must have been stationed for some time on Gibraltar. Or possibly he married there. Or possibly the child came into the world in irregular fashion. The family appears to have been Anglican. So far as I can tell, the LDS library does not hold Anglican baptismal records for 1836-1837. Do they exist? Are they accessible? Many thanks for your help, and best wishes to you.

Scott Swanson Department of History Butler University Indianapolis, Indiana 46208-3485

Date Jan 4th 2007
Name: Gil Perry
E-Mail: rm1usnret73@msn.com
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Location: Florida
Comments: My mother did not pass on very much information about her childhool, but I know she born in Gibralter Jan 4, 1911. Surname Fren. As I recall - two brothers Angel (not pronounced as angel but Angle, and a second brother Louie. Came to New York with her mother and brothers in early childhood. Tks for any info.
Date Jan 2nd 2007
Name: Debbie Allan
E-Mail: debbiejallan@hotmail.com
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Location: Glasgow
Comments: My ancestor Joseph Whalley who was born in Liverpool about 1825 was the captain of a ship and worked for the British Merchant Navy. He emigrated from Glasgow with his wife Jane (Campbell) Whalley and son also Joseph Whalley. The daughter Jane and her husband Andrias Paulesen (known as Andrew Paulesen) also went to live in Gibraltar about the same time. Andrias was also a ship captain and worked for the Merchant Navy. They went to live in Gibraltar about 1870. The above father died on board Hulk Ship No 51 and his wife died on board Hulk Ship No 29. Both in Gibraltar Bay. The son Joseph lived in Crutchett?s Ramp and married a girl from Paradise Ramp in Gibraltar, Harriet Beatrice Costerton. She was born in Manchester. At this time Joseph was working for Coal Merchants ?Cory Brothers?, a welsh company which had a coaling station in Gib. He worked as an agent. About 1905 the above couple, their children and Jane and Andrias Paulesen all returned to Glasgow. I would be interested in finding out any information about the company ?Cory Brothers? in Gibraltar. Also in what the flats in Crutchett?s Ramp are like inside e.g. photos. I?ve visited Gibraltar several times. The main cemetery in Gibraltar is the North Front Cemetery for anyone who?s interested. It is very big and has different areas. The Presbyterian Area is at the back and is quite overgrown. It runs along the side of the airport runway. The telephone number I have for the cemeteries department is: (350) 78491 or (350) 52691. The last time I was in Gibraltar the Cemetery keepers office was open but no one was there so although I have the numbers of the plots my ancestors are buried in I was unable to check them out. If anyone is going to look for an ancestor?s grave, I wonder if you could check mine out for me.
Date Dec 17th 2006
Name: Olga Lennon-Nitsche
E-Mail: olgalennonnitsche@yahoo.co.uk
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Location: UK
Comments: I would appreciate any information relating to my great greatgrandfather who was in a regiment possibly scottish regfiment between 1750-1890. He was the cook in the governors residence. My grandfather was Joseph Gaskin married to Luisa and they lived lower castle road. Any information as to who was his father and where he is buried. He was a boatman in La Linea. Thankyou
Date Dec 12th 2006
Name: David Reed
E-Mail: dak.reed@virgin.net
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Location: Scotland
Comments: Currently attempting to research the SANGUINETTI side of my family tree. My ancestor Eliau Sanguinetti turned up in London sometime before 1750, we've always assumed directly from Italy but, given the number of Sanguinetti families still living in Gibraltar, maybe not? Was he in fact Gibraltarian? There does appear to have been a continuing connection to Gibraltar as Elias' son Abraham married a Hana BENDAHAN with Gibraltar antecedents and his great-grandson, John Jacob Sanguinetti, at that stage resident in Lisbon, married in the 1830s one Carolina LOPES GUIBARA, also from Gibraltar. Is anyone else by any chance also looking for Gibraltar Sanguinettis or indeed, at a more general level, able to offer any advice re. researching Gibraltar's Sephardi Jewish records?
Date Nov 12th 2006
Name: Kent W.Seegmiller
E-Mail: dmseeg@yahoo.com
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Location: St. George, Utah
Comments: I am trying to learn anything I can about my 5th great-grandmother,Mary,wife of Patrick Leonard. Our records show that she was born in Gibralter about 1760-1770 and that she probably was buried in Bastia, Corsica about 1792. We do not know her surname. Anything about her, her parents, children, etc. would be most appreciated. I am a descendant of her son Thomas.
Date Nov 12th 2006
Name: Mark Drain
E-Mail: mark.drain@ntlworld.com
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Location: Glasgow Scotland
Comments: Looking for any help to trace one of my relatives (+ family) who was married in Gib in the early 1900's. Fredrick George Hewitt who was from Portsmouth and may have been working in the dockyard in Gib at the time married (in Gib) a Sophia Borge (born about 1883) who was apparently Gibraltarian. Any suggestions etc how to progress this would be greatly received. Regards Mark Drain
Date Nov 8th 2006
Name: Maria Terisa Annand nee Wood
E-Mail: maria@whitehall2.plus.com
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Location: Kent, England
Comments: Hola.....am starting a search on my mother's side...she was Genevieve maria theresa OLIVERO...born 1939...to Hortencia olivero nee gomez and louis olivero......i do remember all my aunts on my grandmothers side...antonia cardonna (married name..nee gomez)conchita,fenny, and olga.....but i have little to go on with my grandfathers side...i know that he had many brothers and sisters....there may be a possible connection to the Bishop of gibraltar on his side,but am not sure.....please can anyone advise me on where to start...thank you for any help you may have......maria
Date Nov 4th 2006
Name: Kathy
E-Mail: kathymartin@rocketmail.com
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Location: USA
Comments: My husband's ancestor, Mary was born in 1806 in Gibraltar. She married James Whitworth (b. 1804 Haywood,Heap,Lancashire, England), raised a family and worked in the cotton mills in Heywood/Heap, Lancashire, England. Their son James was born about 1833-1837 in England. 1837 seems to be when marriage records start to be kept in England. She died in 1892. Any ideas how I can find out Mary's surname?
Date Oct 29th 2006
Name: Joan Cook
E-Mail: moomba@igrin.co.nz
Homepage URL:
Location: New Zealand
Comments: Thankyou to those who set up, and keep this site available - I am looking for information about Richard Rye CORKER, Lt. & Adjt. 24th Regiment -He was from Co.Cork, Ireland, and family information states he died in Gilbraltar, unmarried, 6th March, 1873. Would be delighted to know what was happening around then, and how he died?
Date Oct 16th 2006
Name: Nick Fielding
E-Mail: nicholas.fielding@btinternet.com
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Location: Oxfordshire, UK
Comments: Seeking information on Elizabeth Keller, born 1822 in Gibraltar. She married Francis Burdett Reed in Plymouth, Devon in 1844. Many thanks.
Date Sept 3rd 2006
Name: Marcelo Quartin
E-Mail: mkurotani@hotmail.com
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Location: Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
Comments: Hello: First of all, would i like to congratulate this initiative. Following, wish i know about the Colonel Quartin or Kwartin; one who stay in Gilbraltar about the time of Napoleon's war; and carry the Portuguese Imperial Family to Portugal from Brazil. Could you help me? Best regards.
Date Sept 2nd 2006
Name: Jennifer Mary Dance
E-Mail: Jendrama80@yahoo.co.uk
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Location: England
Comments: I am looking for the record of my sons birth he was born on the 21st April 1972 in the hospital on Gibralter he's Father was in the services the Royal Navy, Victor Dance LMEM. Thanking You. Jennifer Dance
Date Aug 25th 2006
Name: Richard Crowe
E-Mail: crowbiz@hotmail.com
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Location: London
Comments: My ancestor Alban Williams was born on Gibraltar in 1812/3. His mother was Simlie Williams (nee Ben Amor, or Benamor.) Would be interested to know if anyone is related to them, regards, Richard
Date July 22nd 2006
Name: Mary
E-Mail: mary.whitehead@btinternet.com
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Location: England
Comments: I have a marriage certificate for Herbert Wallice Smart and Bridget Kenneally 1913 St Mary Catholic Church Gibralter, i would like to find out what became of Bridget, Herbert remarried in 1937 England, did Bridget die? Herbert was in the 2nd Wiltshire Regiment when they married
Date July 21st 2006
Name: Angela Glover
E-Mail: Ssueangela@al.com
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Location: France
Comments: Hi everyone, just discovered my 3 x g.grandmother was born in Gibraltar either 1814/15. Her name was Sarah GRACE...is there anyway I can get hold of a copy of her birth registration? cannot get hold of the registration office's address. also does anyone know of this family..are they a resident family or just army personnel "passing through"? how can I find out? extremely grateful for ANY help with any of these queries.
Date July 15th 2006
Name: Jane Smith
E-Mail: lady_p_gold@yahoo.com
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Location: Devon
Comments: I am looking for descendants of the Conolly family born in Gibraltar in the 1800's They are Thomas Arthur Hamilton, Caroline, Beaumont, Francis and Louisa .... and also a Gerald Napier ... surname unknown who may still be living
Date July 9th 2006
Name: Maureen
E-Mail: maureenmcinnis@msn.com
Homepage URL:
Location: USA, Washington State
Comments: Looking for tips on how to search military birth records in Gibraltar circa 1850. Any help greatly appreciated.
Date July 1st 2006
Name: Anna Williams
E-Mail: annawilliams@verizon.net
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Location: Massachusetts
Comments: I'm trying to find information about the ancestry of Alice Jane Smith, and William Oxborough, Provost Marshal of Gibraltar 1800's.
Date June 29th 2006
Name: Ladyce
E-Mail: ladyce@terra.com.br
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Location: Brazil
Comments: I am trying to fill in the link between my Portuguese ancestors QUARTIN and Gibraltar. I know they moved from Gibraltar to Viana do Castelo in Portugal. I have Ricardo Le㯠Quartin, born in 1776 in Gibraltar and died in 1856 in Portugal. Now his father is Antonio Thomas Quartin, from Gibraltar. I also have the other end of the family, QUARTIN before Gibraltar, in the Isle of Man. So I need the dates of Antonio Thomas Quartin, and his parents in order to establish when they moved from the Ile of Man to Gibraltar. Lots of thanks to anyone who can help.
Date June 24th 2006
Name: C. Inkpen
E-Mail: cinkpen@wideopenwest.com
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Location: USA
Comments: I am looking for birth records and parentage on my gr.gr.grandmother. Her name was Christina Fraser born Gibraltar 1847 per England census data in 1901. She married Alexander Simpson in England. I have their marriage record, and she listed her father as Simon Fraser. I have found no information on her other than what I have here, and would appreciate any connection or info someone else may have in regard to her and her family before marriage.
Date June 21st 2006
Name: Nick Elliott
E-Mail: nick@n-elliott.co.uk
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Location: St Boswells, Scottish Borders
Comments: I'm looking for any information about Elliotts on Gibraltar as several of my father's ancestoral line lived there c1770-1850. Thanks
Date June 11th 2006
Name: Kenneth Paulsen
E-Mail: kenneth@paulsen.name
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Location: Massachusetts, USA
Comments: MIZPAH BOWLES We are looking for a person named Mizpah (Mabel?) Bowles who according to records in London was born at Gilbraltar about 1898. She was in Essex and London in the 1920s. We are looking for census, birth or other data on her or a Bowles family at Gibraltar in the 1890 to 1915 pariod.
Date June 5th 2006
Name: Paul Gray
E-Mail: paul@ptgray.com
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Location: Australia
Comments: I'm told my grandmother was born in Gibraltar 1869, her mother Amelia Wyborn died soon after and her father Benjamin Johnstone Sapper Royal Engineers sent her to England to be raised. How can I confirm this, please? Were Benjamin and Amelia married? On 19 May I asked chaplaincy@gibtelecom.net (Anglican church?) about this but no reply yet.
Date May 29th 2006
Name: Peter Lewis
E-Mail: vivandpete@aol.com
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Location: England
Comments: It would appear that many of us have Gibraltar connections somewhere. My (wife's) connection is with Edward John Blount and his descendents. Edward John it seems was born Tangiers about 1812 and maried Francesca Barlona in Gibraltar about 1835. Of the 10 children born (mentioned in a will) several ended up in England including Ferdinand (b. Gibraltar c1841)and it is from him that Viv is descended. Does anyone know what happened to George Evans Vernon Blount; Louisa Blount; Henry Augustus Blount; Charlotte Blount or other members of this family? Edward John was son of Webster and Eliza Blount. The name Barlona appears to be somewhat contrived so was she an Italian who jumped ship? A number of years since I last visited the Rock. I first passed through in 1960 on the SS Nevasa on the way to Singapore. Any Blount connections welcome. With thanks Peter
Date May 14th 2006
Name: Guy Alexander Bell
E-Mail: Guy
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Location: Plymouth, UK
Comments: Hello! I'm trying to find a gentleman who would essentially, and to not put a finer point on this, be the Ex lover of Edna Hooker, later Bell, from kent 1944, Faversham area, had brothers and sisters, Joyce, Effie, Maude,. Father to Clive (Bell),(My Late dad) possibly this person is living (or did live?) in Gibraltar?? Maybe UK, maybe USA??? or maybe even here in England, but something tells me no. She may have been in the WAAF, she may have been in Wales or Gloucester during the 2nd world war. She eventuially settled in Deal, Kent and married a man, who became my dads stepdad, called Ken Bell who was from Durham area I think He had something to do with Deal Town Football club.. My dad also worked down the Betteshanger Colliery in Kent late 1960's I guess?? , plus he drove a bus for East Kent, around Dover, Folkestone, Deal and Sandwich, Kent, England. UK. My Gran (Mrs Edna Bell), died the same year as my dad, 2001, both in Plymouth, Devon.) Please help me trace my real grandad, who he was, and whether I have another side to my family I dont know about??? Thanks Please help me find who my real grand dad is, or was.
Date April 17th 2006
Obituary: MARY AARON McLAUGHLIN, 94, of POINT PLEASANT, NEW JERSEY USA.
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Location: USA
Comments: MARY AARON McLAUGHLIN, 94, of POINT PLEASANT, NEW JERSEY USA. Mary Aaron McLaughlin, died Thursday, April 6, at her home. Born Maria Antonia Aaron, June 26th 1911, Gibraltar. Daughter of Francis and Angela Aaron nee Martinez. The family resided in those early years at Rosia Cottages and at 10 Castle Road, Imossi Building. Mary's father, Francis Aaron, immigrated to the USA in 1913 in search of a better life for himself and his family. His wife Angela and six children followed him in 1914 in the SS Ultonia. (SS Ultonia last crossing was the 27th June 1917, she was torpedoed and sunk by the German Submarine U53 with the loss of one life). Mary was only 3yrs old when she arrived in New York and like most Gibraltarians she spoke fluent in both languages, English and Spanish and Yanito, which she would use in later years in New York as an interpreter among other careers. Mary was an extremely outgoing woman, she was loving, caring and always willing to help others. She was athletic and a champion swimmer. A self-taught Yoga Practitioner well before Yoga became mainstream. Mary opened her own Yoga studio late in life when she was in her 60s, she was always inviting friends and family to her house for Yoga sessions. She could do headstands until she was 87. She was very inspiring and encouraging to others. She was always a doer and very versatile. Even before she took up Yoga she liked to read about health, vitamins and how the body worked, constantly learning and trying out new remedies. She also taught Yoga at Trenton State and Georgian Court Colleges, New Jersey, for many years. Like most Gibraltarians, her home was always open to people in need, she used to say mi casa es su casa. Mary never forgot her Gibraltarian heritage, always talking about calentita in addition to other local recipes and customs she had learned from her mother. She visited Gibraltar in the 70s and 80s, made some good friends down Main Street and became a proud registered Gibraltarian at the age of 74. Mary passed away peacefully in the company of her daughter Marie. Marie lived and worked in Gibraltar for a number of years at the ICC Toyland Store/Casemate's selling soft toys. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Beverly Joseph McLaughlin, in 1955 and a son, Beverly Joseph McLaughlin Jr. Surviving are two daughters, Irene Fritsky and her husband Robert and Marie A. Ullger and her husband Lionel: a son, Thomas McLaughlin and his wife Sherry: 12 grandchildren and 4 g-grandchildren.
Date April 14th 2006
Name: Victoria Cox
E-Mail: vix.cox@gmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: London, UK
Comments: I have always been told that their is Spanish blood in our family tree and I think I may now have found that link. My GGG Grandmother's birthplace is listed several times in censuses as Straits of Gibraltar and once as Kell Ship, Warpike. She was born in about 1811 and then married Reubin Fleetwood in Brentford, Middlesex. If anyone can help, I would be very grateful.
Date April 12th 2006
Name: Debbie
E-Mail: howse@caboolture.hotkey.net.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: Hi I am trying to find the family of Sophia Fursman. According to census information Sophia Fursman was born about 1823 in Gibraltar. I do not know whether she grew up there but her husband Frederick Crossland of the 46th regiment was stationed there in 1837. I have no record of a marriage but they next appear as a married couple in Barbadoes in 1844. Any help or hints to further research on this topic gladly accepted.
Date April 4th 2006
Name: karen (appleyard)
E-Mail: fieldcas@fsmail.net
Homepage URL:
Location: N Yorks
Comments: Researching my Appleyard familytree. Thomas Appleyard married (Hull 1828)Mary Hunter born Gibraltar around 1814. I would be grateful if anyone has any more information about either.
Date March 28th 2006
Name: Lionel
E-Mail: lionel
Homepage URL: Useful Addresses, Phone#, Fax#, Gibraltar Yellow/White Pages
Location: USA
Comments:
Date March 27th 2006
Name: Eileen
E-Mail: behackett@snet.net
Homepage URL:
Location: USA
Comments: Looking for any info on Sarah Ann Baggett born on Gibraltar in 1861. Her father received a land grant that brought his family to Newfoundland or Nova Scotia. Family lore has it that this grant was due to some battle he fought bravely in. I've no idea of his name and would like to know how to find a birth certificate for Sarah who was my husband's ggrandmother and thus trace the family roots back to England or Ireland as the case may be. Thanks for providing this site as any Gibraltar info seems tricky to get at best.
Date March 25th 2006
Name: Graham Marston
E-Mail: gfmarston@btopenworld.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Coventry U.K.
Comments: I would like help to find my grandfathers buriel site in Gibraltar. He was in the AOC when he died on the road to the Military Hospital,23 June 1907, he was 32 at the time of death. As it will soon be 100 years since his death I would like to visit his grave. Graham
Date March 20th 2006
Name: Michelle Gemmell
E-Mail: michelle_gemmell@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Livingston, Scotland
Comments: I am researching my mother's family tree (SEGUI from Prince Edward's Road, Gibraltar). I am in touch with many of my relations still living on the Rock but am looking for information on my grandparents: Amelia AVELLANO, born 1884 in Gib and Antonio SEGUI (also born 1884 in Gib). Would love to hear from anyone wanting to share information!
Date March 19th 2006
Name: John Orchard
E-Mail: johnorchard35@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Kent, England
Comments: Hi, are their any websites where you can view Gibraltar census/birth records? My Grandmother Emma Brown was born in the castle at Gibraltar in 1895. Her parents Edward Brown (Royal Artillery) and Maria Del Carman Valero (born in Gibraltar) were married there. They came back to UK in 1900 but not sure when EB was posted presume after 1880. Many Thanks
Date March 19th 2006
Name: Dennis
E-Mail: ande@east20.fsworld.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Birmingham , England
Comments: I am trying to find any information about Samuel Smith born c1849.On the 1891 census it states "born aboard ship entering Gibraltar" on the 1871 british census it states "in the straits of Gibraltar" and on the 1901 census it just says "Gibraltar" We know he married a Birmingham (England)girl named Mary Lucas when & where we don't know. Their first born that we know about is a son named Walter William born 1881 in Birmingham England. Can anyone help, we don't know what sort of ship he was born on.
Date March 14th 2006
Name: Jason Smith
E-Mail: jasonpsmith251@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Devon, England
Comments: Trying to track down a Maria Delore Perodi or Parodi, who married a English soldier called Epsworth in Gibraltar in the mid 1800's. His name was written in the register as Espsworth, by mistake. Can't find any more info. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Date March 10th 2006
Name: Dave Hough
E-Mail: dh007g7015@blueyonder.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Bristol England
Comments: Looking for any information on a John Barron who died at Gibraltar 1895 in september,buried in Northgate Cemetry I think he was in a hospital there. He was born in Mevagissey, Cornwall, and his age was 24, any help please, from Dave.
Date Feb 26th 2006
Name: Ghislaine Parker
E-Mail: sonblessed@homemail.com.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: I am trying to find a relative of mine by the name of Roy Plummer. I believe he was born in Brighton England and may still reside there. He was in the British army in 1954 and 1955. He would be between 80 and 85 years of age now I think.
Date Jan 30th 2006
Name: Patricia
E-Mail: sreapsise316@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Southampton, Hant, England
Comments: I am trying to locate any family of the late rosa (botiche) and Joseph Carpenter. Rosa(my grandmother) was born in Algeciras. They lived in Lyumington Hants England. My father was their 2nd.youngest son James(Jaimie).I hope someone will be able to help me with finding my family who I believe are living in or near Castle Steps Gibraltar.
Date Jan 30th 2006
Name: Graham Jansen
E-Mail: gray912@tiscali.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Information sought regarding the ROCCA family of Gibraltar. Antonio Rocca (d. 21/03/1950 Gibraltar, aged 34 yrs) was married to Maria De La Conception SALTARICHE (d, 24/01/2003 Lambeth, London).
Date Jan 29th 2006
Name: David Kenny
E-Mail: dakenny@ozemail.com.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Sydney, Australia
Comments: Hi, Looking to contact Nicholas Schofield Sugden, however the Email address in his post from 2003 is no longer valid... My family linked into the Sudgens in Canada, and would be interested in Exchange of information. Regards David
Date Jan 25th 2006
Name: Richard Baron
E-Mail: Pendragon_@Hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: London, UK
Comments: I am trying to trace the birth of William BARON, born sometime from 1827 to 1829 in Gibraltar to James Baron and Margaret MURRAY ( married c. 1822). I would be most grateful if anyone can help. I am quite sure that they were not in Gibraltar as part of the Forces, and were in England, Blackburn, Lancashire for the birth of John Baron in 1823 and Thomas Ashton Baron in 1830.
Date Jan 5th 2006
Name: Paul Costen
E-Mail: paul.costen@blueyonder.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Rochester, Kent, UK
Comments: I am trying to trace my family tree and have found that my great grandmother was born in 1867 in Gibraltar. Her name was Elizabeth Nixon and eventually came to the uk and inturn died in 1953 in Rochester, kent. If anyone could shed any light at all on my great grandmother or relations I would be very Grateful. Regards, Paul Costen
Date Dec 9th 2005
Name: jim tyler
E-Mail: jjimtee@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Looking for information on Caroline Collins born Gibraltar 1844 also her daughter Mary born Gibraltar 1864.Caroline later married Alfred Tyler and Mary took his name although she may have been born with a different surname.
Date Dec 8th 2005
Name: Jo Parry
E-Mail: jvparry2003@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Cornwall England
Comments: Hi, I am researching my mother's side of my family tree (Miller). My great grandfather Charles Miller was born in Gibraltar in Jan 1851. His father was listed as a convent guard. I would be delighted if anyone would be able to help me find out more about this side of my family and their reasons for being in Gibraltar. Here's hoping, Jo.
Date Nov 18th 2005
Name: Dave Hough
E-Mail: dh007g7015@blueyonder.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Bristol England
Comments: Looking for any information about John Barron who died at Gibraltar September 29th 1895,he was a shps carpenter in 1891, any help would be great, from Dave Hough.
Date Nov 16th 2005
Name: Dave Hough
E-Mail: dh007g7015@blueyonder.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Bristol England
Comments: Looking for my relation John Barron,on his fathers tombstone in Mevagissey cornwall it says also,John Barron who died at Gibraltar 29th September 1895. Any help would be brilliant,thanks from Dave.
Date Nov 13th 2005
Name: Val Barham
E-Mail: val@barham62.fsnet.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: England UK
Comments: I have posted on here before ,without any luck but i keep my fingers crossed this time.I Have been trying to trace Edwin Hawke born Gibraltar 1818,since researching i have found a Martha Hawke born there in 1825 and think this could be a relative,can any kind person thow any light please. Regards Val
Date Oct 23rd 2005
Name: Joanna Romero Smith
E-Mail: thesmiffs@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Cambridge, UK
Comments: I am a Gibraltarian living in the UK for many years and would like to find out about my family tree i.e. going back from my maternal grandparents first. It seems that the civil register dating back to 1848 is stored on micro-film so I would be unable to look at it. Is there any other way of doing it?
Date Oct 21st 2005
Name: Larry Smith
E-Mail: digemup315@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: New York, USA
Comments: Looking for birth record for my 2 x Great grandfather, John Russell. he was born between 1864 & 1866 in Gibraltar. His parents were Michael Russell and Margaret Ryan. He had a sister, Mary Josephine, born in 1863 in Ireland. Any info. a big help. Thanks.
Date Oct 21st 2005
Name: Janet Hulatt
E-Mail: janetsonia.hulatt@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Bedford, England
Comments: I am looking for information with regards to the surname of Fiol in Gibrlatar. My Grandfather on my Mother's side is Fiol, and I am aware of a Cousin with this surname. However, I am looking further back in history as to where the name came from etc. Any body able to provide any such inforamtion? Many thanks
Date Sept 25th 2005
Name: Neville Tyler
E-Mail: neville.tyler@virgin.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Staffordshire, UK
Comments: I would welcome contact from any researchers resident or frequenting Gibraltar.
Date Sept 15th 2005
Name: Margaret Strand
E-Mail: magineli@online.no
Homepage URL:
Location: Moss, Norway
Comments: William FORBES born Scotland abt. 1858, married in Gibraltar 15th June 1881, had 2 sons John Joseph + William Kenneth, died before 1903. At his marriage he was a private in the 19th regiment, South Bks. Would appreciate information about his death or his Scottish roots; or advice on where I can find information about his military service, other sources. I find several possible births in Scotland but no proof of identity. Greetings from Norway.
Date July 25th 2005
Name: Rick Murran
E-Mail: rick_murran77@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: We are trying to trace the family history of my wifes Grandfather. Wilfred Humphfrey Mosley was born in Gibraltar in c 1882. If anybody can assist in researching this person we would be grateful. R&S Murran
Date July 23rd 2005
Name: Ron Niven
E-Mail: ronaldniven@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Montreal, Canada
Comments: I have been at this for some time now and lately found out that I had a relative that was born around 1790 in Gibraltar. I was wondering if anyone could send me the names of some good sites concerning Gibraltar genealogy, and where I might be able to find out about birth records etc. My relative's name was Isaac Simpkins and I suspect that his father may have been in the British military. Isaac ends up in Scotland 31 years later. Thanks
Date July 18th 2005
Name: Alan Gorry
E-Mail: alan@alangorry.wanadoo.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: Coventry UK
Comments: My maternal greatgrandmother,Annie Derbyshire, was born in Gibraltar in about 1858 to mother, name unknown, and father James Derbyshire. She married Thomas Wall sometime between 1881 and 1884 (I think) and had two children by him, both born in Liverpool: John about 1881. and Alice about 1884. I, with the help of the GRO(overseas department)in the UK and the CSRO in Gibraltar, have been unable to find a birth certificate for Annie, and I have not,therefore, been able to establish her mum's name. Similarly, the UK BMD indexes have not thrown up a pairing of Annie Derbyshire and Thomas Wall in the period 1880-1890 - so which of the hundreds of Thomas Walls out there was my greatgrandfather? Does any one out there have any leads which might help me get over my Derbyshire/Wall brickwalls?
Date July 18th 2005
Name: Del Prado
E-Mail: tislis@bigpond.net.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Sydney NSW AUSTRALIA
Comments: The 48th Regiment on Foot was involved in the Peninsula Wars. By 1817 it had been transferred to the Colony of New South Wales. The Quarter-Master was Joshua Stubbs. His servant was Manuel Delprado, my great-great-great-great grandfather. He was born in Spain, possibly around 1792. He stayed in NSW and married Ellen Casey. They had lots of children, who in turn had children and I am a descendent. I would love to found out where he was actually born, and who he descends from. Also, there are quite a few cousins who are eagerly waiting news too right across Australia, from Perth to Sydney. Many thanks in anticipation. We have our Australian family tree structure, with entries in all generations, of course there are some gaps within each, but we can get back as far as Manuel. He could be Manuel Calveche Del Prado, but not sure. CAN YOU HELP, please contact us.
Date July 13th 2005
Name: Roy Stewart
E-Mail: roystewart16@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Dartford UK
Comments: I am trying to find details of my father's birth and his father that died 2years later. My fathers name was Frederick Charles Colby Denham Stewart. born 18th June 1907, I understand that his father was a sergeant but don't know what regiment. I know that he had a military funeral in Gibralter. I hope that you can help. Many thanks Roy Stewart
Date June 22nd 2005
Name: Aaron Sanz
E-Mail: aissanz@yahoo.ca
Homepage URL:
Location: Toronto Canada
Comments: I am just starting this amazing quest to trace back through my family tree. My fathers name is Charles Sanz (Teacher), his fathers name was Rogelio or Roque Sanz. My mothers name is Mariluz Sanz (nee Martin) (always closely linked to the Girl Guides & Legion of Mary), and her fathers name was Robert Martin , my grandmothers name was Celia Candeas. If any one has any ifo to help me start of guide me on where to start ??. Kind Regards, Aaron Sanz.
Date June 19th 2005
Name: jim tyler
E-Mail: jjimtee@aol.com
Homepage URL:
Location: England
Comments: Looking for information about a family surname collins living in gibralter 1860 - 1864.Specifically Caroline Collins who married Alfred Tyler my great grandfather.
Date June 19th 2005
Name: Paul Martinez
E-Mail: paul.martinez@btinternet.com
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: I am looking for the origins of my branch of the Martinez family in Gibraltar. So far I have discovered that my paternal Grandfather, Abelardo Martinez, was born in Gibraltar on 20 September 1889; his father Juan Martinez, also a native of Gibraltar, was a policeman and was married to Dolores Herrera of San Roque and died in Gibraltar on 17 March 1917. His grandparents were Manuel Martinez who was married to Maria del Carmen Macias. I visited Gibraltar last year for the first time in 40 years (I was born and live in London) and met Fred Ryan of the cemetary who was extremely helpful. However, I was unable to do the necessary research at the Cathedral, (I was able to establish that Juan does not have a birth certificate but may have a baptismal record). If anybody has done some research that could help me further I would be very grateful.
Date June 18th 2005
Name: Herminia M Day
E-Mail: herminiamday@hotmail.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Spain
Comments: Looking for the Wall family based in Gibraltar or La linea around 1921
Date June 13th 2005
Name: jo vrachnas
E-Mail: jovrac@yahoo.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: Searching family tree. William Baker born Gibraltar born 16.1.1817. Any way I can get more information?
Date June 8th 2005
Name: Jean Sparks
E-Mail: jeantill@tpg.com.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: Looking for info on John Henry Hearson 1850s described as Warden.
Date April 23th 2005
Name: Alvin Slack
E-Mail: modlack@ntlworld.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Lincolnshire England
Comments: Hi Lionel, I wondered if there are any genealogy research services in Gibraltar or any other sources of help I have recently sent email to Kings Chapel chaplaincy but not recieved a reply yet. Im looking to have birth ,marriage and deaths records if they exist, searched from around 1790 to 1820 at the chapel for my ancestor Edward Storr and family when he was possibly in the army(maybe in 63rd Regiment of Foot).His son William gives his place of birth as Gibraltar Spain on UK census Edwards wife gives place of birth as Scotland and I have only the one child William as yet so I am trying to get a search to cover all the possibilities. Ive not seen any services detailed for this sort of research so would be pleased if you could offer any advice. Regards, Alvin Slack
Date April 16th 2005
Name: Garry Morton
E-Mail: garry.morton@hmps.gsi.gov.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: UK
Comments: Prison history: I am currently trying to research the history of HM Prison Service Gibraltar as I am writing a book on the history of the British Crown Prison Services. Can I ask, if any readers have any information, stories or articles of history relating to the Gibraltar prison and its staff? I am in contact with staff at HMP Gibraltar who have helped me, but anything would benefit my research.
Date April 13th 2005
Name: David Hope
E-Mail: david@basil2.fsnet.co.uk
Homepage URL:
Location: England
Comments: Has anyone got any information on a relation of ours, Lt. Edward Martin, who died @ Gibraltar during 1802, unfortunately this is the only information I have
Date April 8th 2005
Name: Hans Kronouer
E-Mail: kronouer@optusnet.com.au
Homepage URL:
Location: Australia
Comments: Searching for information on the families Eschauzier and Terry, who resided in Gibraltar during the 19th century. All information most welcome. Many thanks, Hans Kronouer
Date March 18th 2005
Name: Edward Thomas
E-Mail: xabbar@candw.ag
Homepage URL:
Location: Antigua, Caribbean
Comments: My grandfather was Scottish and moved to Gibraltar in the late 1800's. His surname was McCoubrey. My mother (Sarah) was born in Gibraltar and left at the age of 13 to emigrate to Argentina with her mother and siblings (her father had already died). If there is anyone who can give me information of where I can find information on possible family members that still remain in Gibraltar I would appreciate it. Many thanks, Edward Oliver Thomas
Date March 15th 2005
Name: Damian Asquez
E-Mail: damianasquez@msn.com
Homepage URL:
Location: Gibraltar
Comments: I am trying to find the origins of the Asquez surname. I have been able to identify an Emmanuel Asquez as the first born Asquez in Gibraltar. However, I have not been able to trace the birth place of his parents (Father: Francisco Asquez, Mother Catherina/Catalina Sanchez) or any of his siblings (if any). Is there anyone out there that can help? I am also interested in hearing from other people with the Asquez surname who live outside Gibraltar.

Follow-up: March 16th 2005.

Hi Lionel, Fay Napoli is working on my family tree (Asquez surname). The first born Asquez in Gibraltar was an Emmanuel Asquez in 1826 however, this was confirmned by his marriage certificate rather than birth details (no record of an Asquez being born in the 1820's). Therefore I still don't know where my ancestors came from. It looks as if more research needs to be done and I was wondering whether you would be kind enough to suggest someone or somewhere I can turn to help me with this quest. I have other infomation regarding this first Asquez which may or may not build up a picture. Would be grateful if I could hear from you. Thanks Damian Asquez.
Date March 9th 2005
Name: Morley and Applewhite
E-Mail: keith@morleyonline.net
Homepage URL:
Location:
Comments: Does anyone know where I can find the records for 'dockings' and 'sailings' of ships to and from Gibraltar from December 1943 to February 1944. I am trying to trace information on my father and an American airman who reached Gibraltar via a ship carrying oranges from Seville to Gibraltar. This was the final leg of their escape through Belgium, France and Spain, following their 2 respective aircraft being shot down. Hoping someone out there can help.
Date March 8th 2005
Name: Sonia McKay
E-Mail: sonia@gibraltarian.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Gibraltar
Comments: I'm carrying out some research to build my family tree and wonder whether anyone out there can help me to find out when and who brought the "McKay" family into Gibraltar. Many thanks!!
Date Feb 20th 2005
Name: Anna
E-Mail: donaldwilliams@verizon.net
Homepage URL:
Location: Massachusetts, USA
Comments: I'm searching for information about Oxborough and Smith families in Gibraltar. My grandmother, Alice Jane Smith, married Basil Martinez, and emigrated to America with their four young children in 1907. .Her mother's second marriage was to William Oxborough, who was provost marshal in gibraltar. She had half- brothers whose names and dates of death are written in her family's bible.

don-williams@verizon.net Researching martinez, smith, delara, and oxborough genealogy in gibraltar. Alice Smith m. Basil Martinez, son of Captain Juan Martinez and Maria deLara. They and their four children emigrated to America in 1907.Alice was daughter of Susanna Smith and stepdau