Looking for info on Charles Orpen (gggrandfather) supposedly born between 1808 and 1815 in Stradbally, County Kerry (from death record). Know the surname is common in the area, and am suspicious that he may have been illegitimate. Only other record I've located is his marriage record in Lismore, County Waterford in 1837 (no parents recorded) to a Jane McKnight of Villierstown, Waterford.
I have a photo of him and his family at their residence Lackendarra Lodge, Ballynamult, Waterford, taken in the late 1800s. Any assistance greatly appreciated.
Cheers
CEO
Tuesday 28th Nov 2017, 06:08AMMessage Board Replies
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CEO:
Welcome to Ireland Reaching Out!
I assume Charles was Church of Ireland? See this link which covers the availability of Church of Ireland registers and where located. Looks like the records for the time period of your interest were destroyed in 1922. https://www.ireland.anglican.org/cmsfiles/pdf/AboutUs/library/registers…
Can I suggest that you post a story and picture about Charles on our XO Chronicles site. Perhaps someone will recognize the family connection.
Roger McDonnell
Castlemore Roscommon, IrelandXO Volunteer ☘
Tuesday 28th Nov 2017, 03:33PM -
Thanks very much Roger. Yes, I believe he was C of I. Have now posted a photo and what background I know on the XO Chronicles site (awaiting moderation). Fingers crossed someone can give me some clues as Charles' details have been very elusive!
Cheers, Chris
CEO
Saturday 2nd Dec 2017, 03:17AM -
Hi, could I see the picture please? I live in the said lackendarra Lodge, thanx
Tuesday 4th Feb 2020, 06:55PM -
Hi, the photo is included in Charles Orpen's details. Only shows window of building behind the assembled family.
Cheers
CEO
Saturday 8th Feb 2020, 04:54AM