I am looking to sort out my McDermid family and trace their roots. My great grandmother was Margaret McDermid b. 13 March, 1844 to Duncan McDermid and Catherine McNaughton in Glengarry Co., Ontario. I have Duncan''s birthday as 9 May, 1812 but no confirmation or proof of that. I have Catherine McNaughton's b day as 23 Mar., 1821 (parents John McNaughton and Mary Dingwall) and both born in Glengarry, Ontario.
I have Duncan's parents as Duncan McDermid b. 12 May 1757 and Jane McGregor b. abt. 1768, both in Perthshire, Scotland. Duncan's tombstone says Breadalbane, Perthshire.
I believe Duncan's (1757) father was Hugh McDermid but cannot seem to link with any particular line.
I believe Duncan Jr. (1812) had brothers Finley and John as there is evidence to support this and most likely at least 4 other siblings. The problem is the alternate lines born close to the same time with the same names.
Any info would be appreciated.
Kathy Helmer
Ontario, Canada