Paul,
I am looking for someone to help with family research in Waterford. I believe some of my family still lived in Ballingowan in 1917. My 2nd great grand uncle left a portion of his estate to Thomas and his brother and sister in 1917 and they sent his share to Ballingowan, Stradbally, Waterford, Ireland.
I found Thomas Colbert and his family in the 1911 census in the Fox's Castle, Ballingowan area. Thomas' mother, Bridget nee Shea or O'Shea, was the daughter of John Shea and Johanna or Mary nee Kane Shea. I believe she married John Colbert and they had at least three children, Patrick, Mary and Thomas before they left for the US.
I am hoping to find more information for John & Johanna Shea by connecting Thomas's records, and any other members of their family. John & Johanna had at least five children, John, Johanna, Phillip, Bridget and Thomas.
Would you be interested in researching for me? I am willing to pay you for your time and expenses if you can let me know ahead of time what your fees will be. If you prefer to correspond thru my email address, feel free. Thank you in advance, Therese