Joseph Gannon1,2
M, #57076, b. before 1902, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Joseph Gannon died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born before 1902. Note: (ESTIMATE: Marriage Age UK from 10 May 1829 to 1987 is 21 years without consent, with consent 16 years.) |
| Marriage | He and Margaret Dowling were married on 5 February 1923 in Clontubbrid, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland, Roman Catholic Church of Clontubrid; Groom: Age: Full, Bachelor; Bride: Age: Full, Spinster; Witnesses: James S Walsh & Ellen Dowling; Index: Urlingford - 1923.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1902
Birth
Before 1902
Joseph Gannon was born before 1902. Note: (ESTIMATE: Marriage Age UK from 10 May 1829 to 1987 is 21 years without consent, with consent 16 years.)
1923
5 February 1923 | Clontubbrid, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Age ~35
Birth in 1888 | Kilkenny, Ireland
GDeath: DECEASED
He and
Margaret Dowling were married on 5 February 1923 in Clontubbrid, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland, Roman Catholic Church of Clontubrid; Groom: Age: Full, Bachelor; Bride: Age: Full, Spinster; Witnesses: James S Walsh & Ellen Dowling; Index: Urlingford - 1923.
1923
Residence
5 February 1923 | Grenan, Rosconnell, Laois, Ireland
Detail: (at Marriage to Margaret Dowling.)
1923
Occupation
5 February 1923 | Grenan, Rosconnell, Laois, Ireland
Farmer.
1924
Residence
2 February 1924 | Grenan, Rosconnell, Laois, Ireland
Detail: (Birth of son Michael Gannon.)
1924
Occupation
2 February 1924 | Grenan, Rosconnell, Laois, Ireland
Farmer.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Associates
Joseph Gannon had the following associates: "James S Walsh & Ellen Dowling."
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Joseph Gannon has the reference number 57076.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1923/09176/5318893.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: DOWLING MARGARET; Party 2 Name: JOSEPH GANNON; Date of Event: 5 February 1923; Group Registration ID: 1143234; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Marriage record for Margaret Dowling and Joseph Gannon"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

- [S5650] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01115/1467415.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: GANNON, MICHAEL; Date of Birth: 2 February 1924; Group Registration ID: 1946374; SR District Reg Area: Abbeyleix; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Birth record for Michael Gannon"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Ellen Dowling1,2
F, #57077, b. 1892, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Ellen Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born in 1892 in Kilkenny, IrelandG.3 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1891
Birth
1891 | Kilkenny, IrelandG 1892
Birth
1892 | Kilkenny, IrelandG 1901
Census
31 March 1901 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Enumerated on the census as Age: 9; Marital Status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
1901
Residence
31 March 1901 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: House 2 Tifeaghna Brown, Balleen.
1901
Occupation
31 March 1901 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Scholar.
Education
Between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911 | IrelandG Ellen Dowling was educated in Ireland
G, between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911. Read & write.
Religious Affiliation
Between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911 | IrelandG Roman Catholic between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911 in Ireland
G.
1911
Census
2 April 1911 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Enumerated on the census as Age: 20; Marital Status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
1911
Residence
2 April 1911 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: House 1 Tefeaghna Brown, Balleen.
1923
Event or Activity
5 February 1923 | Clontubbrid, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
She was in Clontubbrid, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland, on 5 February 1923. Note: Witness to marriage of Margaret Dowling & Joseph Gannon.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Ellen Dowling has the reference number 57077.
| Ethnicity | 50.00% Irish 50.00% No 'National Origin' data found for this person |
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1923/09176/5318893.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: DOWLING MARGARET; Party 2 Name: JOSEPH GANNON; Date of Event: 5 February 1923; Group Registration ID: 1143234; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Marriage record for Margaret Dowling and Joseph Gannon"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

- [S776] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/reels/nai002611525/,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, ELLEN household of House 1 Tefeaghna Brown, Balleen, Kilkenny, Ireland; Surname Forename Age Sex Relation to head Religion Birthplace Occupation Literacy Irish Language Marital Status Specified Illnesses Years Married Children Born Children Living Dowling Ellen 60 Female Head of Family Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Widow - - - - Dowling Mathew 26 Male Son Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling Mary 24 Female Daughter Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling Margaret 23 Female Daughter Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling John 22 Male Son Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling Ellen 20 Female Daughter Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Holland Patrick 40 Male Servant Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny Farm Servant Read and write - Single - - - -,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: census.nationalarchives.ie; Page Title: "National Archives: Census of Ireland 1911"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

- [S775] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/reels/nai000933615/,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, ELLEN household of House 2 Tifeaghna Brown, Balleen, Kilkenny, Ireland; Surname Forename Age Sex Relation to head Religion Birthplace Occupation Literacy Irish Language Marital Status Specified Illnesses Dowling Ellen 36 Female Head of Family R Catholic Co Kilkenny Farmer Read and write - Widow - Dowling Mathew 16 Male Son R Catholic Kilkenny Scholars Read and write - Single - Dowling Mary 15 Female Daughter R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Dowling Maggie 13 Female Daughter R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Dowling John 11 Male Son R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Dowling Ellie 9 Female Daughter R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Morriss Mary 50 Female Servant R Catholic Co Waterford Servant Read and write Irish and English Widow - Maher James 24 Male Servant R Catholic Queens Co Servant Read and write - Single - Cody Thomas 34 Male Servant R Catholic Kilkenny Servant Read and write - Single -,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: census.nationalarchives.ie; Page Title: "National Archives: Census of Ireland 1911"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Michael Carroll1
M, #57078, b. before 1902, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Michael Carroll died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born before 1902. Note: (ESTIMATE: Marriage Age UK from 10 May 1829 to 1987 is 21 years without consent, with consent 16 years.)1 |
| Marriage | He and Elizabeth Dowling were married on 12 February 1923 in Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland, Roman Catholic Church of Lisdowney; Groom: Age: Full, Bachelor; Bride: Age: Full, Spinster; Witnesses: Patrick Bowden & Mary Dowling; Index: Urlingford - 1923.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1902
Birth
Before 1902
Michael Carroll was born before 1902. Note: (ESTIMATE: Marriage Age UK from 10 May 1829 to 1987 is 21 years without consent, with consent 16 years.)
1923
12 February 1923 | Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland
Birth before 1902
Death: DECEASED
He and
Elizabeth Dowling were married on 12 February 1923 in Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland, Roman Catholic Church of Lisdowney; Groom: Age: Full, Bachelor; Bride: Age: Full, Spinster; Witnesses: Patrick Bowden & Mary Dowling; Index: Urlingford - 1923.
1923
Residence
12 February 1923 | Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: Barony: Galmoy; Poor Law Union: Urlingford; (at Marriage to Elizabeth Dowling.)
1923
Occupation
12 February 1923 | Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland
Farmer.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Associates
Michael Carroll had the following associates: "Patrick Bowden & Mary Dowling."
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Michael Carroll has the reference number 57078.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5501] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1923/09176/5318893.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: CARROLL MICHAEL; Party 2 Name: ELIZABETH DOWLING; Date of Event: 12 February 1923; Group Registration ID: 1145795; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Marriage record for Michael Carroll and Elizabeth Dowling"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Michael Carroll1
M, #57079, d. after 12 February 1923
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Michael Carroll died after 12 February 1923.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1923
Occupation
Before 12 February 1923
Farmer.
Events - Death & Burial
1923
Death
After 12 February 1923
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Michael Carroll has the reference number 57079.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1923/09176/5318893.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: CARROLL MICHAEL; Party 2 Name: ELIZABETH DOWLING; Date of Event: 12 February 1923; Group Registration ID: 1145795; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Marriage record for Michael Carroll and Elizabeth Dowling"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Elizabeth Dowling1
F, #57080, b. before 1902, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Elizabeth Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born before 1902. Note: (ESTIMATE: Marriage Age UK from 10 May 1829 to 1987 is 21 years without consent, with consent 16 years.)1 |
| Marriage | She and Michael Carroll were married on 12 February 1923 in Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland, Roman Catholic Church of Lisdowney; Groom: Age: Full, Bachelor; Bride: Age: Full, Spinster; Witnesses: Patrick Bowden & Mary Dowling; Index: Urlingford - 1923.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1902
Birth
Before 1902
Elizabeth Dowling was born before 1902. Note: (ESTIMATE: Marriage Age UK from 10 May 1829 to 1987 is 21 years without consent, with consent 16 years.)
1923
12 February 1923 | Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland
Birth before 1902
Death: DECEASED
She and
Michael Carroll were married on 12 February 1923 in Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland, Roman Catholic Church of Lisdowney; Groom: Age: Full, Bachelor; Bride: Age: Full, Spinster; Witnesses: Patrick Bowden & Mary Dowling; Index: Urlingford - 1923.
1923
Residence
12 February 1923 | Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: Barony: Galmoy; Poor Law Union: Urlingford; (at Marriage to Michael Carroll.)
1923
Occupation
12 February 1923 | Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland
Farmer.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Associates
Elizabeth Dowling had the following associates: "Patrick Bowden & Mary Dowling."
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Elizabeth Dowling has the reference number 57080.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5501] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1923/09176/5318893.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: CARROLL MICHAEL; Party 2 Name: ELIZABETH DOWLING; Date of Event: 12 February 1923; Group Registration ID: 1145795; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Marriage record for Michael Carroll and Elizabeth Dowling"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Patrick Dowling1
M, #57081, d. before 12 February 1923
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Patrick Dowling died before 12 February 1923. Note: "Deceased."1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1923
Occupation
Before 12 February 1923
Farmer.
Events - Death & Burial
1923
Death
Before 12 February 1923
Patrick Dowling died before 12 February 1923. Note: "Deceased."
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Patrick Dowling has the reference number 57081.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5501] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1923/09176/5318893.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: CARROLL MICHAEL; Party 2 Name: ELIZABETH DOWLING; Date of Event: 12 February 1923; Group Registration ID: 1145795; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Marriage record for Michael Carroll and Elizabeth Dowling"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Mary Dowling1,2
F, #57082, b. 1886, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Mary Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born in 1886 in Kilkenny, IrelandG.1 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1886
Birth
1886 | Kilkenny, IrelandG 1887
Birth
1887 | Kilkenny, IrelandG 1901
Census
31 March 1901 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Enumerated on the census as Age: 15; Marital Status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
1901
Residence
31 March 1901 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: House 2 Tifeaghna Brown, Balleen.
1901
Occupation
31 March 1901 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Scholar.
Education
Between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911 | IrelandG Mary Dowling was educated in Ireland
G, between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911. Read & write.
Religious Affiliation
Between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911 | IrelandG Roman Catholic between 31 March 1901 and 2 April 1911 in Ireland
G.
1911
Census
2 April 1911 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Enumerated on the census as Age: 24; Marital Status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
1911
Residence
2 April 1911 | Tifeaghna Brown, Sheffin, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: House 1 Tefeaghna Brown, Balleen.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Mary Dowling has the reference number 57082.
| Ethnicity | 50.00% Irish 50.00% No 'National Origin' data found for this person |
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/reels/nai000933615/,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, ELLEN household of House 2 Tifeaghna Brown, Balleen, Kilkenny, Ireland; Surname Forename Age Sex Relation to head Religion Birthplace Occupation Literacy Irish Language Marital Status Specified Illnesses Dowling Ellen 36 Female Head of Family R Catholic Co Kilkenny Farmer Read and write - Widow - Dowling Mathew 16 Male Son R Catholic Kilkenny Scholars Read and write - Single - Dowling Mary 15 Female Daughter R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Dowling Maggie 13 Female Daughter R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Dowling John 11 Male Son R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Dowling Ellie 9 Female Daughter R Catholic Kilkenny Scholar Read and write - Single - Morriss Mary 50 Female Servant R Catholic Co Waterford Servant Read and write Irish and English Widow - Maher James 24 Male Servant R Catholic Queens Co Servant Read and write - Single - Cody Thomas 34 Male Servant R Catholic Kilkenny Servant Read and write - Single -,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: census.nationalarchives.ie; Page Title: "National Archives: Census of Ireland 1911"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

- [S776] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/reels/nai002611525/,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, ELLEN household of House 1 Tefeaghna Brown, Balleen, Kilkenny, Ireland; Surname Forename Age Sex Relation to head Religion Birthplace Occupation Literacy Irish Language Marital Status Specified Illnesses Years Married Children Born Children Living Dowling Ellen 60 Female Head of Family Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Widow - - - - Dowling Mathew 26 Male Son Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling Mary 24 Female Daughter Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling Margaret 23 Female Daughter Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling John 22 Male Son Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Dowling Ellen 20 Female Daughter Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny - Read and write - Single - - - - Holland Patrick 40 Male Servant Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny Farm Servant Read and write - Single - - - -,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: census.nationalarchives.ie; Page Title: "National Archives: Census of Ireland 1911"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Mary Dowling1
F, #57083, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Mary Dowling died DECEASED. |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1923
Event or Activity
12 February 1923 | Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland
Mary Dowling was in Lisdowney, Aharney, Kilkenny, Ireland, on 12 February 1923. Note: Witness to marriage of Michael Carroll & Elizabeth Dowling.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Mary Dowling has the reference number 57083.
(Research Note: Mary was witness to tehmarriage of Elizabeth Dowling to Michael Carroll. While highly likely a relative Mary may not be Elizabeth's sister, as shown here to preserve the apparent connection).
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/marriage_returns/marriages_1923/09176/5318893.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Party 1 Name: CARROLL MICHAEL; Party 2 Name: ELIZABETH DOWLING; Date of Event: 12 February 1923; Group Registration ID: 1145795; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 17 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Marriage record for Michael Carroll and Elizabeth Dowling"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Eliza Dowling1
F, #57084, b. 27 February 1876, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Eliza Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born on 27 February 1876 in Balleen, Balleen, Kilkenny, Ireland. Note: Informant: father Michael Dowling of Balleen; Index: Urlingford -.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1876
Birth
27 February 1876 | Balleen, Balleen, Kilkenny, Ireland
Eliza Dowling was born on 27 February 1876 in Balleen, Balleen, Kilkenny, Ireland. Note: Informant: father Michael Dowling of Balleen; Index: Urlingford -.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Eliza Dowling was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Eliza Dowling has the reference number 57084.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5502] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1876/03068/1860923.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: DOWLING, ELIZA; Group Registration ID: 9162392; SR District Reg Area: Urlingford; Mother's Birth Surname: Null; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Birth record for Eliza Dowling"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Michael Gannon1
M, #57085, b. 2 February 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Michael Gannon died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born on 2 February 1924 in Grenan, Rosconnell, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Clarmallagh; Poor Law Union: Abbeyleix; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Joseph Gannon of Grenan; Index: Abbeyleix - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
2 February 1924 | Grenan, Rosconnell, Laois, Ireland
Michael Gannon was born on 2 February 1924 in Grenan, Rosconnell, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Clarmallagh; Poor Law Union: Abbeyleix; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Joseph Gannon of Grenan; Index: Abbeyleix - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Michael Gannon was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Michael Gannon has the reference number 57085.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5650] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01115/1467415.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: GANNON, MICHAEL; Date of Birth: 2 February 1924; Group Registration ID: 1946374; SR District Reg Area: Abbeyleix; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Birth record for Michael Gannon"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Michael Clancy1
M, #57086, b. 14 August 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Michael Clancy died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born on 14 August 1924 in Rosconnell, Kilkenny, Ireland. Note: Informant: mother Rose Clancy of Rosconnell; Index: Abbeyleix - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
14 August 1924 | Rosconnell, Kilkenny, Ireland
Michael Clancy was born on 14 August 1924 in Rosconnell, Kilkenny, Ireland. Note: Informant: mother Rose Clancy of Rosconnell; Index: Abbeyleix - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Michael Clancy was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Michael Clancy has the reference number 57086.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5650] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01097/1460708.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: CLANCY, MICHAEL; Date of Birth: 14 August 1924; Group Registration ID: 1986180; SR District Reg Area: Abbeyleix; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Birth record for Michael Clancy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Mary Dowling1
F, #57087, b. 1907, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Mary Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born in 1907 in Kilkenny, IrelandG.1 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1907
Birth
1907 | Kilkenny, IrelandG 1911
Census
2 April 1911 | Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland
Enumerated on the census as Age: 4; Marital Status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
1911
Residence
2 April 1911 | Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: House 5 Ardra, Castlecomer.
1911
Education
Mary Dowling was educated in Ireland
G, on 2 April 1911. Cannot read; English.
1911
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic on 2 April 1911 in Ireland
G.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Mary Dowling was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Mary Dowling has the reference number 57087.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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- [S776] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/reels/nai002631278/,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, PATRICK household of House 5 Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland; Surname Forename Age Sex Relation to head Religion Birthplace Occupation Literacy Irish Language Marital Status Specified Illnesses Years Married Children Born Children Living Dowling Patrick 36 Male Head of Family Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny Coal Miner Read and write English Married - 10 7 5 Dowling Mary 32 Female Wife Roman Catholic - - Read and write English Married - 10 7 5 Dowling Rose 9 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - Scholar Read and write English Single - - - - Dowling Elizebeth 9 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - Scholar Read and write English Single - - - - Dowling Mary 4 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - - Cannot read English Single - - - - Dowling Bridget 3 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - - Cannot read - Single - - - - Dowling John J 1 Male Son Roman Catholic - - Cannot read - Single - - - -,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: census.nationalarchives.ie; Page Title: "National Archives: Census of Ireland 1911"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Bridget Dowling1
F, #57088, b. 1908, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Bridget Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born in 1908 in Kilkenny, IrelandG.1 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1908
Birth
1908 | Kilkenny, IrelandG 1911
Census
2 April 1911 | Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland
Enumerated on the census as Age: 3; Marital Status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Daughter.
1911
Residence
2 April 1911 | Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: House 5 Ardra, Castlecomer.
1911
Education
Bridget Dowling was educated in Ireland
G, on 2 April 1911. Cannot read.
1911
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic on 2 April 1911 in Ireland
G.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Bridget Dowling was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Bridget Dowling has the reference number 57088.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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- [S776] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/reels/nai002631278/,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, PATRICK household of House 5 Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland; Surname Forename Age Sex Relation to head Religion Birthplace Occupation Literacy Irish Language Marital Status Specified Illnesses Years Married Children Born Children Living Dowling Patrick 36 Male Head of Family Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny Coal Miner Read and write English Married - 10 7 5 Dowling Mary 32 Female Wife Roman Catholic - - Read and write English Married - 10 7 5 Dowling Rose 9 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - Scholar Read and write English Single - - - - Dowling Elizebeth 9 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - Scholar Read and write English Single - - - - Dowling Mary 4 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - - Cannot read English Single - - - - Dowling Bridget 3 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - - Cannot read - Single - - - - Dowling John J 1 Male Son Roman Catholic - - Cannot read - Single - - - -,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: census.nationalarchives.ie; Page Title: "National Archives: Census of Ireland 1911"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

John J Dowling1
M, #57089, b. 1910, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | John J Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born in 1910 in Kilkenny, IrelandG.1 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1910
Birth
1910 | Kilkenny, IrelandG 1911
Census
2 April 1911 | Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland
Enumerated on the census as Age: 1; Marital Status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Son.
1911
Residence
2 April 1911 | Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland
Detail: House 5 Ardra, Castlecomer.
1911
Education
John J Dowling was educated in Ireland
G, on 2 April 1911. Cannot read.
1911
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic on 2 April 1911 in Ireland
G.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of John J Dowling was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study John J Dowling has the reference number 57089.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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- [S776] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/reels/nai002631278/,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, PATRICK household of House 5 Ardra, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland; Surname Forename Age Sex Relation to head Religion Birthplace Occupation Literacy Irish Language Marital Status Specified Illnesses Years Married Children Born Children Living Dowling Patrick 36 Male Head of Family Roman Catholic Co Kilkenny Coal Miner Read and write English Married - 10 7 5 Dowling Mary 32 Female Wife Roman Catholic - - Read and write English Married - 10 7 5 Dowling Rose 9 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - Scholar Read and write English Single - - - - Dowling Elizebeth 9 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - Scholar Read and write English Single - - - - Dowling Mary 4 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - - Cannot read English Single - - - - Dowling Bridget 3 Female Daughter Roman Catholic - - Cannot read - Single - - - - Dowling John J 1 Male Son Roman Catholic - - Cannot read - Single - - - -,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: census.nationalarchives.ie; Page Title: "National Archives: Census of Ireland 1911"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Joseph Dowling1
M, #57090, b. 13 July 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Joseph Dowling died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born on 13 July 1924 in Tinwear, Durrow, Laois, Ireland. Note: "TInvier" (place not found); Informant: mother Anastasia Dowling of Tinvier; Index: Abbeyleix - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
13 July 1924 | Tinwear, Durrow, Laois, Ireland
Joseph Dowling was born on 13 July 1924 in Tinwear, Durrow, Laois, Ireland. Note: "TInvier" (place not found); Informant: mother Anastasia Dowling of Tinvier; Index: Abbeyleix - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Joseph Dowling was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Joseph Dowling has the reference number 57090.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5650] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01103/1462884.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: DOWLING, JOSEPH; Date of Birth: 13 July 1924; Group Registration ID: 1958827; SR District Reg Area: Abbeyleix; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Glendon; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 18 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "Birth record for Joseph Dowling"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Patrick Shortall1
M, #57091, b. 3 August 1921, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Patrick Shortall died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born on 3 August 1921 in Clopook, Tullomoy, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Athy; Province: Leinster: Informant: father John Shortall of Clopook; Index: Mountmellick - 1921.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1921
Birth
3 August 1921 | Clopook, Tullomoy, Laois, Ireland
Patrick Shortall was born on 3 August 1921 in Clopook, Tullomoy, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Athy; Province: Leinster: Informant: father John Shortall of Clopook; Index: Mountmellick - 1921.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Patrick Shortall was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Patrick Shortall has the reference number 57091.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1923/01121/1469734.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: SHORTALL, PATRICK; Date of Birth: 3 August 1921; Group Registration ID: 2056263; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

John Shortall1
M, #57092, b. 29 January 1923, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | John Shortall died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born on 29 January 1923 in Clopook, Tullomoy, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Athy; Province: Leinster: Informant: father John Shortall of Clopook; Index: Mountmellick - 1921.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1923
Birth
29 January 1923 | Clopook, Tullomoy, Laois, Ireland
John Shortall was born on 29 January 1923 in Clopook, Tullomoy, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Athy; Province: Leinster: Informant: father John Shortall of Clopook; Index: Mountmellick - 1921.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of John Shortall was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study John Shortall has the reference number 57092.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1923/01121/1469734.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: SHORTALL, JOHN; Date of Birth: 29 January 1923; Group Registration ID: 2056263; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Thomas Whelan1
M, #57093, b. 16 March 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Thomas Whelan died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born on 16 March 1924 in Killone, Killenny, Laois, Ireland. Note: TWIN; Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Bartle Whelan of Killone Stradbally; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
16 March 1924 | Killone, Killenny, Laois, Ireland
Thomas Whelan was born on 16 March 1924 in Killone, Killenny, Laois, Ireland. Note: TWIN; Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Bartle Whelan of Killone Stradbally; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Thomas Whelan was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Thomas Whelan has the reference number 57093.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01109/1465328.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: WHELAN, THOMAS; Date of Birth: 16 March 1924; Group Registration ID: 1953349; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Margaret Whelan1
F, #57094, b. 16 March 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Margaret Whelan died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born on 16 March 1924 in Killone, Killenny, Laois, Ireland. Note: TWIN; Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Bartle Whelan of Killone Stradbally; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
16 March 1924 | Killone, Killenny, Laois, Ireland
Margaret Whelan was born on 16 March 1924 in Killone, Killenny, Laois, Ireland. Note: TWIN; Barony: Stradbally; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Bartle Whelan of Killone Stradbally; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Margaret Whelan was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Margaret Whelan has the reference number 57094.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01109/1465328.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: WHELAN, MARGARET; Date of Birth: 16 March 1924; Group Registration ID: 1953286; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Female; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Nora Phelan1
F, #57095, b. 27 February 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Nora Phelan died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born on 27 February 1924 in Cavansheath, Clonenagh and Clonagheen, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Maryborough West; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant present at birth: (relative) Brigid Dowling of Ballyfin Vippen; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
27 February 1924 | Cavansheath, Clonenagh and Clonagheen, Laois, Ireland
Nora Phelan was born on 27 February 1924 in Cavansheath, Clonenagh and Clonagheen, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Maryborough West; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant present at birth: (relative) Brigid Dowling of Ballyfin Vippen; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Nora Phelan was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Nora Phelan has the reference number 57095.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01115/1467561.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: PHELAN, NORA; Date of Birth: 27 February 1924; Group Registration ID: 1946669; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Female; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Thomas Hook1
M, #57096, b. 12 January 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Thomas Hook died DECEASED. |
| Birth | He was born on 12 January 1924 in Skerry, Rosenallis, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Tinnahinch; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Denis Hook of Skerry; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
12 January 1924 | Skerry, Rosenallis, Laois, Ireland
Thomas Hook was born on 12 January 1924 in Skerry, Rosenallis, Laois, Ireland. Note: Barony: Tinnahinch; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: father Denis Hook of Skerry; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Thomas Hook was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Thomas Hook has the reference number 57096.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01115/1467559.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: HOOK, THOMAS; Date of Birth: 12 January 1924; Group Registration ID: 1946809; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Male; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Mary Anne Moore1
F, #57097, b. 23 August 1924, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Mary Anne Moore died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born on 23 August 1924 in Castlecomer, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland. Note: Barony: Fassadinin; Poor Law Union: Castlecomer; Province: Leinster: Informant: Father Peter Moore of Castlecomer; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1924
Birth
23 August 1924 | Castlecomer, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland
Mary Anne Moore was born on 23 August 1924 in Castlecomer, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, Ireland. Note: Barony: Fassadinin; Poor Law Union: Castlecomer; Province: Leinster: Informant: Father Peter Moore of Castlecomer; Index: Mountmellick - 1924.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Mary Anne Moore was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Mary Anne Moore has the reference number 57097.
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01097/1460840.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: MOORE, MARY; Date of Birth: 23 August 1924; Group Registration ID: 1978552; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Female; Mother's Birth Surname: Dowling; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Anne Scully1
F, #57098, b. 7 July 1923, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Death | Anne Scully died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born on 7 July 1923 in Coolagh, Kilmanman, Laois, Ireland. Note: Mountmellick R.D., Barony: Tinnahinch; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: mother Mary Scully of Coolagh; Index: Mountmellick - 1923.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1923
Birth
7 July 1923 | Coolagh, Kilmanman, Laois, Ireland
Anne Scully was born on 7 July 1923 in Coolagh, Kilmanman, Laois, Ireland. Note: Mountmellick R.D., Barony: Tinnahinch; Poor Law Union: Mountmellick; Province: Leinster: Informant: mother Mary Scully of Coolagh; Index: Mountmellick - 1923.
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Anne Scully was Irish.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Anne Scully has the reference number 57098.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
- [S5193] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.irishgenealogy.ie/files/civil/birth_returns/births_1924/01115/1467546.pdf,
Repository: National Archive of Ireland,
Citation Detail: Name: SCULLY, ANNE; Date of Birth: 7 July 1923; Group Registration ID: 1997534; SR District Reg Area: Mountmellick; Sex: Female; Mother's Birth Surname: Doolan; Image(s): ,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 19 September 2025, using the Page Service: Generic Service; Page Host: irishgenealogy.ie; Page Title: "View Record – Irish Genealogy"; - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

M, #57099, b. 6 February 1896, d. 2 March 1958
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Samuel Dowling was born on 6 February 1896 in Clayton-le-Moors, Blackburn, Lancashire, England. Note: Index: Blackburn - 1896 Jan-Mar Volume 8E Page 338.2,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 |
| Marriage | He and Annie Etherington were married on 22 April 1916 in Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England, Index: Blackburn - 1916 Apr-Jun Volume 8E; Page number 730.3,4 |
| Death | He died on 2 March 1958, in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, EnglandG. Note: Age: 63; City Hospital, Lincolnshire; Index: Lincoln - 1958 Jan-Mar; Volume 3B, Page 363.10,11,12 |
| Burial | He was buried on 5 March 1958 in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, EnglandG, Canwick Road Cemetery.12 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Residence
Between July and September 1936 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Detail: (Birth of daughter Mary M Dowling.)
TIMELINE
Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
Residence
Between October and December 1923 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Detail: (Birth of son Allan Dowling.)
Medical
Between 013 and 18 May 1918
Condition: Military hospital: Influenza; mild attack.
1896
Birth
6 February 1896 | Clayton-le-Moors, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Samuel Dowling was born on 6 February 1896 in Clayton-le-Moors, Blackburn, Lancashire, England. Note: Index: Blackburn - 1896 Jan-Mar Volume 8E Page 338.
19015
Residence
31 March 1901 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Detail: 33, Prospect Street.
19015
Census
31 March 1901 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Enumerated on the census as Age: 5; Relation to Head: Grand son.
19015
TIMELINE
12 December 1901 | United Kingdom
Cornwall/Newfoundland – Marconi transmits first transatlantic wireless signal, revolutionising global communication in United Kingdom on 12 December 1901.
19026
TIMELINE
31 May 1902 | South Africa
Second Boer War ends with Treaty of Vereeniging; many British families affected by military service. in South Africa on 31 May 1902.
19037
TIMELINE
23 October 1903 | London, EnglandG Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) founded by Emmeline Pankhurst, launching the suffragette movement. in London, England
G, on 23 October 1903.
19047
TIMELINE
1 January 1904 | United Kingdom
Midwives Act comes into force, regulating midwifery and improving maternal care. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1904.
190610
TIMELINE
March 1906 | United Kingdom
School Meals Act passed, allowing local authorities to provide free meals to needy children. in United Kingdom on March 1906.
190710
TIMELINE
1 January 1907 | United Kingdom
Probation of Offenders Act introduces probation as an alternative to prison. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1907.
190812
TIMELINE
1 April 1908 | United Kingdom
Old Age Pensions Act passed, providing pensions to people over 70. in United Kingdom on 1 April 1908.
191014
TIMELINE
6 May 1910 | United Kingdom
King Edward VII dies; George V ascends the throne. in United Kingdom on 6 May 1910.
191014
TIMELINE
18 November 1910 | United Kingdom
Black Friday suffragette protest leads to violent clashes with police. in United Kingdom on 18 November 1910.
191115
Census
2 April 1911 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Enumerated on the census as Age: 15; Marital status: Unmarried; Relation to Head: Son.
191115
Residence
2 April 1911 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Detail: 134 Queen Street Great Harwood, Great Harwood, Lancashire, England.
191115
Occupation
2 April 1911 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Coal Miners Tramer Below Ground.
191317
TIMELINE
4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, England
G, on 4 June 1913.
191418
TIMELINE
28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
191418
TIMELINE
4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
191619
TIMELINE
1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
191620
22 April 1916 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Age ~21
Birth in 1895 | Preston, Lancashire, England
GDeath: DECEASED
He and
Annie Etherington were married on 22 April 1916 in Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England, Index: Blackburn - 1916 Apr-Jun Volume 8E; Page number 730.
191620
Residence
22 April 1916 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Detail: (Age: 20; at marriage to Annie Etherington.)
TIMELINE
Between 1918 and 1920 | World
Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
191822
TIMELINE
6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
191822
Medical
8 April 1918 | Burnley, Lancashire, England
Condition: Slight flat foot.
191822
Description
8 April 1918 | Burnley, Lancashire, England
Described as: Height: 5' 6"; Chest: 37.52.5; Hair: Auburn; Eyes: Grey; Complexion: Fresh; Scar on back of left lower leg & scar on Lumbar region, scar of appendix operation, lower dentures needed, R knee ? Sluggish, Military category A.
1918
Residence
Before 25 April 1918 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
1918
Occupation
Before 25 April 1918 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Coal Driller.
191822
Military
25 April 1918 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Service:British Army.
191822
Military ID
25 April 1918 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Issued Regimental or Serial Number: Service number: 40295.
191822
Military
25 April 1918 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Age: 22; Attestation.
191822
Description
25 April 1918 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Described as: Height: 5' 6"; Chest: 37.5+2.5; Hair: Auburn; Eyes: Grey; Complexion: Fresh.
191822
Residence
25 April 1918 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Detail: 132 Queen Street.
191822
Military
23 July 1918 | Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England
Absent from Breakfast Parade punished with 3 days C.C.
191822
Military
18 September 1918 | Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England
Embarkation.
191822
Military
18 September 1918 | Preston, Lancashire, EnglandG Appears to be considered, on wife's request, for release from military service for return to a reserved occupation as coal miner.
191822
Military
28 September 1918 | Étaples, Pas-de-Calais, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, FranceG Arrived and posted 1.5 Battalion.
191822
Military
1 October 1918 | Preston, Lancashire, EnglandG Wife informed that Samuel proceeds to join the British Expeditionary Force in France.
191822
Military
4 October 1918 | Preston, Lancashire, EnglandG War Office decline to release Samuel from service, the request ppears to be from wife Mrs A Dowling of 132 Queen Street, Great Harwood.
191822
TIMELINE
11 November 1918 | World
World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
Military
Between 17 December 1918 and 19 January 1919 | EnglandG Home Posting.
191822
Military
26 December 1918
Given leave to return home with 28 days furlough.
1919~23
Award of Medal
1919
Medal: Victory Medal in on 1919.
1919~23
Award of Medal
1919
Medal: British War Medal in on 1919.
191922
Military
19 January 1919 | Preston, Lancashire, EnglandG Demobilisation.
192024
TIMELINE
19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
Irish Republican Army attacks intensify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
192024
TIMELINE
8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
192125
Occupation
19 June 1921 | Altham, Lancashire, EnglandG Altham Colliery Co (030): Coal Miner; Altham.
192125
Residence
19 June 1921 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Detail: Lancashire; 132 Queen Street; Parish: Great Harwood.
192125
Census
19 June 1921 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Enumerated on the census as Age: 25 years, 5 months; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Head.
192226
Residence
1 June 1922 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Detail: (Birth of son Harold Dowling.)
192226
TIMELINE
15 November 1922 | London, EnglandG BBC begins regular radio broadcasts. Families gather around wireless sets; new era of domestic entertainment begins. in London, England
G, on 15 November 1922.
192529
TIMELINE
28 October 1925 | United Kingdom
Coal miners strike over wage reductions. Widespread hardship and food shortages in mining communities documented in local papers. in United Kingdom on 28 October 1925.
192630
TIMELINE
1 May 1926 | United Kingdom
General Strike begins. Over 1.5 million workers walk out; transport and industry disrupted nationwide for nine days. in United Kingdom on 1 May 1926.
192933
TIMELINE
7 June 1929 | United Kingdom
Labour Party wins general election. Ramsay MacDonald forms government; growing working-class political engagement. in United Kingdom on 7 June 1929.
192933
TIMELINE
24 October 1929 | World
Wall Street and Global stock market crash. Economic depression leads to rising unemployment and hardship in British households. in World on 24 October 1929.
1930~34
TIMELINE
1930 | United Kingdom
Slum clearance programmes begin. Many families relocated to new council estates; living conditions slowly improve. in United Kingdom on 1930.
193135
Census
26 April 1931 | United Kingdom
Enumerated on the census as Samuel Dowling may have been enumerated in the 1931 census but the records were destroyed in a fire in 1942.
1932~36
TIMELINE
1932 | Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
Shipyard closure triggers mass unemployment. Community experiences long-term poverty and hardship. in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England, on 1932.
193640
TIMELINE
5 October 1936 | Jarrow, England
Jarrow March begins. 200 men walk to London in protest of unemployment; event receives national attention and sympathy. in Jarrow, England, on 5 October 1936.
193741
TIMELINE
12 May 1937 | London, EnglandG Coronation of King George VI. Nationwide celebrations; street parties and commemorative souvenirs bring communities together. in London, England
G, on 12 May 1937.
193842
TIMELINE
30 September 1938 | United Kingdom
Munich Agreement signed. “Peace for our time” declared; families quietly begin preparing for possible war. in United Kingdom on 30 September 1938.
193943
TIMELINE
1 September 1939 | United Kingdom
Operation Pied Piper begins. Over 1 million children evacuated from cities; families divided as war approaches. in United Kingdom on 1 September 1939.
193943
TIMELINE
3 September 1939 | United Kingdom
Britain declares war on Germany. Start of WWII; blackout rules enforced, gas masks issued, rationing begins. in United Kingdom on 3 September 1939.
193943
Occupation
29 September 1939 | Lancaster, Lancashire, England
Labourer Artificial Silk Weaver.
193943
Residence
29 September 1939 | Lancaster, Lancashire, England
Detail: 23 Alfred Street, Lancaster.
193943
Census
29 September 1939 | Lancaster, Lancashire, England
Enumerated on the census as Age: 43; Marital status: Divorced; Relation to Head: APPARENTLY Lodger.
1946
Occupation
Before 13 July 1946
Labourer.
195862
Residence
2 March 1958 | Lincoln, Lincolnshire, EnglandG
Events - Death & Burial
195862
Death
2 March 1958 | Lincoln, Lincolnshire, EnglandG Samuel Dowling died on 2 March 1958, in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
G. Note: Age: 63; City Hospital, Lincolnshire; Index: Lincoln - 1958 Jan-Mar; Volume 3B, Page 363.
1958
Burial
5 March 1958 | Lincoln, Lincolnshire, EnglandG He was buried on 5 March 1958 in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
G, Canwick Road Cemetery.
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Samuel Dowling was English.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Samuel Dowling has the reference number 57099.
"DOWLING - In loving memory of a dear father. Samuel, died 2nd March 1958.
No better father ecer lived.
No one more true and kind.
His equal in this weary world
We will never find.
Harold, Jean and Family."
- Lincolnshire Echo.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: England, LINCOLNSHIRE. Civil Registration MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES: 1837-Present.
Category: Births, marriages and deaths; Subcategory: Marriages; Collection from: United Kingdom, Great Britain,
Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, HAROLD to WINIFRED JEAN STEWART on 13 July 1946 in St Glen, Lincoln Church of England Parish Church by Banns; Harold: age 24, bachelor, His Majesty's Forces, of 23 Alfred Street, Lancaster, son of Samuel Dowling a labourer; Winifred: age 20, spinster, of 78 Swift Gardens (Lincoln), daughter of Wentle Ward Stewart a retired soldier; Wintnesses: Mr W F Wilkinson & Mrs E Wilkinson,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025; direct from purchased certificate see attached image,

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Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, SAMUEL in Mattison household of 23 Alfred Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, Lancashire, England; Archive reference: RG101/4801I/014/30, Piece number: 4801I, E D letter code: NVMS, Item number: 14, Line number: 30, Record ID: TNA/R39/4801/4801I/014/30, Schedule: 160, Schedule Sub Number: 3; ; Gender: ; Age: ; Birth year: 1896; Birth place: .,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=TNA/R39/4801/4801I/014/30. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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- [S3652] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FM%2F1916%2F2%2FAZ%2F000295&parentid=BMD%2FM%2F1916%2F2%2FAZ%2F000295%2F013,
Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, SAMUEL to ANNIE ETHERINGTON in Blackburn, Lancashire, England; Index: Blackburn - 1916 Apr-Jun Volume 8E; Page number 730,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/M/1916/2/AZ/000295/013. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 29 September 2025,
Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
Citation Detail: Marriage of ETHERINGTON, ANNIE to SAMUEL, DOWLING, in Great Harwood, Lancashire, England, on 22 Apr 1916; Record ID: R_850811569,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=R_850811569. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
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Source Combined Fields: First Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=gbm%2fwo363-4%2f007294898%2f00672&parentid=gbm%2fwo363-4%2f7294898%2f41%2f671,
Citation Detail: Record for DOWLING, SAMUEL; Service number: 40295; of 4th Reserve Battalion, East Lancashire Regiment; Age: 22; Born: 1896 in Lancashire, England; Residence town: Harwood; Year: 1918; Record ID: GBM/WO363-4/7294898/41/671,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBM/WO363-4/7294898/41/671. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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- [S4806] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20351%2F0025&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20351%2F0025%2F01,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, SAMUEL household of 132 Queen Street, Great Harwood, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Lancashire PC, Clitheroe Div.Folio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20351/0025/01; Registration district number: 474; Sub-district number: 2; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20351; Schedule number: 12; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 474 RS 2 ED 14; Gender: Male; Age: 25; Birth year: 1896; Birth place: Clayton Le Moors, Lancashire, England; Other household member's - Last name(s): Dowling; First name(s): Annie,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20351/0025/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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- [S1977] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F25011%2F0025&parentid=GBC%2F1911%2FRG14%2F25011%2F0025%2F1,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, JAMES HENRY household of Great Harwood, Lancashire, England; Piece number: 25011;Schedule: 12; Record ID: GBC/1911/RG14/25011/0025/1; First name(s) Last name Relation to Head Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place James Henry Dowling Head Married Male 37 1874 Sewerage labourer works Clayton Le Moors Lancashire Hannah Dowling Wife Married Female 37 1874 - Great Harwood Lancashire Samuel Dowling Son Single Male 15 1896 Coal miners tramer below gd Clayton Le Moors Lancashire Thomas Dowling Son - Male 12 1899 Cotton mill wharhouse boy part time Clayton Le Moors Lancashire Ellis Dowling Son - Male 11 1900 School Clayton Le Moors Lancashire David Dowling Son - Male 8 1903 School Great Harwood Lancashire James Heys Brother in law Single Male 28 1883 Bricklayer's labourer Great Harwood Lancashire,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1911/RG14/25011/0025/1. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1901%2F3901-3902%2F0381&parentid=GBC%2F1901%2F0025133647,
Citation Detail: Census for HEYS, MARY A household of Great Harwood, Lancashire, England; , Enumeration district: 18, Parliamentary borough or division: Darwen North East, Ecclesiastical parish or district: Great Harwood St John, Archive reference: RG13, Piece number: 3901, Folio: 185, Page: 17, Schedule: 116; Record ID: GBC/1901/0025133647; First name(s) Last name Relationship Marital status Sex Age Birth year Occupation Birth place Mary A Heys Head Widow Female 56 1845 - Liverpool, Lancashire, England Emma Heys Daughter Single Female 25 1876 Cotton weaver Great Harwood, Lancashire, England James Heys Son Single Male 19 1882 Coal mine driver under ground Great Harwood, Lancashire, England Annie Wilding Boarder Single Female 22 1879 Cotton weaver Rishton, Lancashire, England Samuel Dowling Grand son - Male 0 1901 - Clayton Le Moors, Lancashire, England,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1901/0025133647. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1896%2F1%2FAZ%2F000160&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1896%2F1%2FAZ%2F000160%2F067,
Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, SAMUEL; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: Heyes; in Blackburn, Lancashire, England;Index: Blackburn - 1896 Jan-Mar Volume 8E Page 338,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1896/1/AZ/000160/067. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FD%2F1958%2F1%2FAZ%2F000333&parentid=BMD%2FD%2F1958%2F1%2FAZ%2F000333%2F140,
Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
Citation Detail: Death of DOWLING, SAMUEL in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England; Age: 63; 1895; Index: Lincoln - 1958 Jan-Mar; 1958- Volume 3B Page 363,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 22 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/D/1958/1/AZ/000333/140. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://www.findmypast.co.uk/image-viewer?fn=FN-D-3851B852-6477-4A98-A0D9-D13F3E9CD4EA&page=6,
Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
Citation Detail: Article for DOWLING, SAMUEL; Sex: Male; in Death date: 2 March 1958; Death year: 1958; Publication title: Lincolnshire Echo; Page number: 6; Publication year: 1959; Publication date: 2 March 1959 in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England; Publication region: East Midlands; Record ID: FN-D-3851B852-6477-4A98-A0D9-D13F3E9CD4EA,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) on Page.Access Date: 22 September 2025; Page.HostName: findmypast.co.uk; Page.ServiceName: Findmypast; Page.URL: https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=FN-D-3851B852-6477-4A98-A0D9-D13F3E9CD4EA&expand=true&tab=this; Page.Visible URL: https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=FN-D-3851B852-6477-4A98-A0D9-D13F3E9CD4EA&expand=true&tab=this,

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- [S6316] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, Lincolnshire Echo, Lincoln (print edition), Citation Detail: Article for DOWLING, SAM; Sex: Male; in Lincoln, England, Lincolnshire; Death date: 2 March 1958; Death year: 1958; Publication title: Lincolnshire Echo; Page number: 12; Publication year: 1958; Publication date: 4 March 1958 in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England; Publication region: East Midlands; Record ID: FN-D-5922FC96-5070-4ED6-A768-EFCE5971D870

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- [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, MARY M; Apparent Gender: Female; Mother's maiden name: Etherington; in Blackburn, Lancashire, England;Index: Blackburn - 1936 Jul-Sep Volume 8E Page 318;

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- [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, ALLAN; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: Etherington; in Blackburn, Lancashire, England;Index: Blackburn - 1923 Oct-Dec Volume 8E Page 421;

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- [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, HAROLD; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: Etherington; in Blackburn, Lancashire, England;Index: Blackburn - 1922 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 484;

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Database online.
Annie Etherington1,2
F, #57100, b. 1895, d. DECEASED
Pedigree Link
Partner: Samuel Dowling (b. 6 February 1896, d. 2 March 1958)
Children:
| Son* | Allan Dowling (b. between October and December 1923, d. DECEASED) |
| Son* | Harold Dowling (b. 1 June 1922, d. between January and March 1983) |
Vital Facts
| Death | Annie Etherington died DECEASED. |
| Birth | She was born in 1895 in Preston, Lancashire, EnglandG. Note: Lancashire, Preston.3 |
| Marriage | She and Samuel Dowling were married on 22 April 1916 in Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England, Index: Blackburn - 1916 Apr-Jun Volume 8E; Page number 730.1,2 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Residence
Between July and September 1936 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Detail: (Birth of daughter Mary M Dowling.)
TIMELINE
Between 1 July and 18 November 1916 | France
World War 1 - Battle of Somme rages with heavy British casualties (95,675 killed or missing) in France on between 1 July and 18 November 1916.
Residence
Between October and December 1923 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Detail: (Birth of son Allan Dowling.)
1895
Birth
1895 | Preston, Lancashire, EnglandG Annie Etherington was born in 1895 in Preston, Lancashire, England
G. Note: Lancashire, Preston.
1896
1913
TIMELINE
4 June 1913 | Epsom, Surrey, EnglandG British Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison dies after stepping in front of the King's horse, (incidently she also hid in cupboard to avoid 1911 census). in Epsom, Surrey, England
G, on 4 June 1913.
1914
TIMELINE
28 June 1914 | Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
World War 1 starts, following the assassination at Sarajevo, with Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 28 June 1914.
1914
TIMELINE
4 August 1914 | United Kingdom
UK declares war on Germany - start of World War I in United Kingdom on 4 August 1914.
1916
TIMELINE
1 January 1916 | United Kingdom
Military Service Act introduces conscription for men aged 18 to 41. in United Kingdom on 1 January 1916.
1916
22 April 1916 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Age 20
Birth on 6 February 1896 | Clayton-le-Moors, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Death: on 2 March 1958 | Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
GShe and
Samuel Dowling were married on 22 April 1916 in Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England, Index: Blackburn - 1916 Apr-Jun Volume 8E; Page number 730.
1916
Residence
22 April 1916 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Detail: (Age: 20; at marriage to Samuel Dowling.)
TIMELINE
Between 1918 and 1920 | World
Flu Pandemic - Many deaths among civilian (Worldwide: 17 to 100 million estimate; UK: .228 million estimate) in World on between 1918 and 1920.
1918
TIMELINE
6 February 1918 | United Kingdom
Representation of the People Act grants vote to 'some' women over 30. in United Kingdom on 6 February 1918.
1918
TIMELINE
11 November 1918 | World
World War 1 ends with millions dead and armistice in Germany in World on 11 November 1918.
1920
TIMELINE
19 July 1920 | United Kingdom
Irish Republican Army attacks intensify, including in England, as the Irish War of Independence begins. in United Kingdom on 19 July 1920.
1920
TIMELINE
8 August 1920 | United Kingdom
Education Act raises school leaving age to 14 years. in United Kingdom on 8 August 1920.
1921
Residence
19 June 1921 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Detail: Lancashire; 132 Queen Street; Parish: Great Harwood.
1921
Census
19 June 1921 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Enumerated on the census as Age: 25 years, 11 months; Marital status: Married; Relation to Head: Wife.
1921
Occupation
19 June 1921 | Great Harwood, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Cotton winder (Transferred yarn onto bobbins or perns, ready for weaving ); Commercial Mill Co (262); Great Harwood.
1922
Residence
1 June 1922 | Blackburn, Lancashire, EnglandG Detail: (Birth of son Harold Dowling.)
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
National Origin
The national origin of Annie Etherington was English.
1918
Next of Kin
Clayton-le-Moors, Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Annie Etherington has the reference number 57100.
(Research Note: PossibleDeaths:
Dowling, Annie, Born: 1896, Death: 1971, England & Wales Deaths 1837-2007 Blackburn, Lancashire, England
Dowling, Annie, Born: 1895, Death: 1973, England & Wales Deaths 1837-2007 Lancaster, Lancashire, England).
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FM%2F1916%2F2%2FAZ%2F000295&parentid=BMD%2FM%2F1916%2F2%2FAZ%2F000295%2F013,
Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
Citation Detail: Marriage of DOWLING, SAMUEL to ANNIE ETHERINGTON in Blackburn, Lancashire, England; Index: Blackburn - 1916 Apr-Jun Volume 8E; Page number 730,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/M/1916/2/AZ/000295/013. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Source Combined Fields: Image: Not available as at 29 September 2025,
Repository: Internet Service: Find My Past,
Citation Detail: Marriage of ETHERINGTON, ANNIE to SAMUEL, DOWLING, in Great Harwood, Lancashire, England, on 22 Apr 1916; Record ID: R_850811569,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=R_850811569. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20351%2F0025&parentid=GBC%2F1921%2FRG15%2F20351%2F0025%2F01,
Citation Detail: Census for DOWLING, SAMUEL household of 132 Queen Street, Great Harwood, Lancashire, England; , Parliamentary borough or division: Lancashire PC, Clitheroe Div.Folio: ; Page: ; Record ID: GBC/1921/RG15/20351/0025/01; Registration district number: 474; Sub-district number: 2; Enumeration district number: 14; Archive series: RG 15; Piece number: 20351; Schedule number: 12; Schedule type code: E; Schedule type: England household, single page, 10 entries; District reference: RD 474 RS 2 ED 14; Gender: Male; Age: 25; Birth year: 1896; Birth place: Clayton Le Moors, Lancashire, England; Other household member's - Last name(s): Dowling; First name(s): Annie,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBC/1921/RG15/20351/0025/01. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

Census-1921-ENG-Dowling-Samuel-1896-Lancashire-Blackburn-A
- [S3654] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=BMD%2FB%2F1922%2F2%2FAZ%2F000380&parentid=BMD%2FB%2F1922%2F2%2FAZ%2F000380%2F027,
Repository: United Kingdom General Register Office,
Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, HAROLD; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: Etherington; in Blackburn, Lancashire, England;Index: Blackburn - 1922 Apr-Jun Volume 8E Page 484,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=BMD/B/1922/2/AZ/000380/027. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Database online.
- [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, ALLAN; Apparent Gender: Male; Mother's maiden name: Etherington; in Blackburn, Lancashire, England;Index: Blackburn - 1923 Oct-Dec Volume 8E Page 421;

BirthIndex-Dowling-1923-Q4-E&W
- [S3654] SOURCE (Short):, Title: England, LANCASHIRE, "Civil Registration BIRTH Index: 1837-Present", Citation Detail: Birth of DOWLING, MARY M; Apparent Gender: Female; Mother's maiden name: Etherington; in Blackburn, Lancashire, England;Index: Blackburn - 1936 Jul-Sep Volume 8E Page 318;

BirthIndex-Dowling-1936-Q3-E&W
- [S3883] SOURCE: (Full),
Source Combined Fields: First Image: https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=gbm%2fwo363-4%2f007294898%2f00672&parentid=gbm%2fwo363-4%2f7294898%2f41%2f671,
Citation Detail: Record for DOWLING, SAMUEL; Service number: 40295; of 4th Reserve Battalion, East Lancashire Regiment; Age: 22; Born: 1896 in Lancashire, England; Residence town: Harwood; Year: 1918; Record ID: GBM/WO363-4/7294898/41/671,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 20 September 2025, using the Page Service: Findmypast; Page Host: findmypast.co.uk; URL (Transcript): https://www.findmypast.co.uk/transcript?id=GBM/WO363-4/7294898/41/671. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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