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Opdycke Family Tree

November 26, 2020 By Marfy Goodspeed in Families, Opdycke Tags: family trees

The Opdycke family emigrated to America from Holland in the 17^th century, settling at Gravesend in Kings County, New York. They certainly prospered in their new home and multiplied extensively. Consequently, there are many many Opdycke descendants, and also an extensive published genealogy. Because it is such a large family, I have not been able to research it as thoroughly as some others.

Thatcher Family Tree

November 24, 2020 By Marfy Goodspeed in Families, Thatcher Tags: family trees

The Thatcher Family was prominent in both Amwell and Kingwood Townships in the 18^th century. They were also very prolific! They keep showing up in other family trees, so published the Thatchers is really way overdue. And you will see that this tree just goes on and on!

As is my usual practice, children of daughters are listed but not grandchildren. Surnames of spouses whose family trees have been published here are highlighted in green. Any additions or corrections are welcome, either in the comments section below or by email.

Besson Family Tree

November 23, 2020 By Marfy Goodspeed in Uncategorized Tags: family trees

First Generation:

(1) Francis Besson (c.1720 – bef. 1798) & Anna Elizabeth Case (c.1725 – 1798)

According to the will of Tunis Case in 1769, Francis Besson was married to Tunis’ daughter, Elizabeth. But according to the will of Adam Hummer written in 1781 Besson was married to his daughter Elizabeth Hummer. Besson was named executor of Hummer’s estate along with Hummer’s son Cort.