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« on: Thursday 13 June 24 16:39 BST (UK) »
Hi,sorry I’m so late replying.
I work on my Irish genealogy in the summer when I’m home.
Yes ,you must be related to me. My grandfather was Peter Bohane born 1864 and died 1944
His father my great grandfather was Michael Bohane and before that another Peter Bohane.
My grandfathers older sister was Mary Anne who married and moved to Moghana ( sorry about spelling ) There are living dcendents from this branch still in Skibbereen.
Also decedents from Peter living in Skibbereen,the USA and the UK.
Next was a sister named Catherine but I’ve been able to find nothing on her though I’ve been looking for twenty years ! I’ve an appointment at The Skibbereen Heritage Centre next week and searching for Catherine is on my list.
After that was John or Johnnie who went to the USA. He was the point of contact for those who emigrated.
Next was Michael who married Agnes Leonard. They lived in Bridge Street in Skibb and ran a pub. Some of their decedents live in the UK.
It is amazing to know that having spread so far many of us are still in contact due to the internet.
When I was a child my Mum used to bemoan the fact that airmail letter paper was so expensive and she was losing contact with her American brothers and sisters.
My grandfather Peter Bohane born 1864 married Ellen Hegarty from Laharadane ( the next door townland) Ellen’s sibling emigrated and I had no idea where they were. I had some support on Roots Chat from a wonderful person who suggested I look in Montana. And there they were ! Correct parents names and correct townland. Discovered my Mum had first cousins that she knew nothing about 😢If anyone can add to this please message or if you think I could help please ask .