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Michael Donnelly son of Wilild John

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    by Richard Corcelli.

    THE SURNAME “Murphy” [Munster Sect]

    In the Irish language, the name is O Murchadha meaning descendant of Murchadh [sea warrior]. The name Murphy is common throughout Ireland being the most common surname. It is more common in Munster province, particularly in Cork and Kerry where the Munster sept of the name originated. The Munster Murphys are associated with the Barony of Muskerry, County Cork and are said to be a branch of the Wexford clan. The Munster sept’s coat of arms is quite different from the Wexford Murphys.

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    by Mike Crosby

    Four members of the Crosby family moved from Brock Township and settled in Mara Township in the 1870’s, and were joined by their brother Michael in the 1880’s. Here is their story.
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    Located on Con. 2, Lot 9, Eldon Township, many residents of South Carden Twp. attended St. Andrew’s Presbyterian, Bolsover, and are buried in this cemetery.

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