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I am great-grandson of James Kerwick from a hamlet named Glanagola (aka Glanaguile) near Thurles. This James Kerwick emigrated to the US and resided for most of his life in Trenton, New Jersey. He had 9 children and over 50 grandchildren. His birth date was 1870 so probably the next generation down from who you have mentioned here.  He also had a brother Patrick that also settled in Trenton and he had a large extended family as well. The Kerwick name is not that common. Some have said it's actually a German name but I don't know if that is true. The link below shows the name John Kerwick as a landowner in Glangola in the mid 19th century. I visited this farm with my mother over 20 years ago and we met several of the relatives including a John Kerwick and his family. We saw the old Kerwick house as well. There are several Kirwicks listed in this link as well. Not sure if Kerwick is a derivative of Kirwick or not. Anyway, I hope this helps you in your search. Perhaps we are long-lost cousins.



http://www.igp-web.com/tipperary/buolick.htm