Re: John J. Rafferty b. about 1858 NY
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In reply to:
John J. Rafferty b. about 1858 NY
11/19/01
Dear Bonnie, I am related to a Micheal (1830-1878) and his brother Peter Rafferty who came from the NY area because they both served for NY division in the Civil War.(Peter was awared the Congressional Medal of Honor). Michael Rafferty's parents were John and Cathering Rafferty of County Tyrone, Ireland.Micheal Rafferty married a Jane Donley/Donnelly (1831-1905) who was born in NY to James and Ann Donley/Donnelly. They moved to Pawtucket, Rhode Island in the 1860's.I don't know if we might be related on both sides?Michael Rafferty came over to the US either in the 1850's or early 1860's.
Jodi Stanley