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BRADLEY FAMILY TREE (1814-2017)


On 6 September 1897, Thomas Murtagh and Sarah T Bradley married in St Michael's & John Church, Dublin. Their relationship and subsequent children born from the marriage created a family connection between the Murtagh's and the Bradleys that has lasted for nearly 120 years. Thomas Murtagh and Sarah T Bradley were my grandparents and because of them, second and third cousins exist today in Ireland, England and Australia.

I have been able to trace Murtagh ancestors back to 1824 in County Meath and Bradley ancestors back to early 1820's in Dublin city.


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Patrick Bradley
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1. Patrick BRADLEY married Catherine [UNKNOWN].  His stated occupation was a Butler according to Glasnevin burial records for his wife. Glasnevin Cemetery records show two men of the name Patrick Bradley were buried in the cemetery that might meet the criteria and the Patrick Bradley who died in 1851, aged 50 years from Marrowbone Lane, Dublin is possibly the person. He was buried in grave marked ZG35a. 

Catherine [UNKNOWN] was born in 1814. She died on Sunday, 5 July 1885 in 4 Upper Bridge Street, Dublin aged 71 years. She was buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (South Section - KA51). Glasnevin burial records show that an Andrew Cullenan, died 16 February 1870 aged 75 years from Farmerly, Dundrum, County Dublin was already buried in the grave and that subsequently, three other people were buried in that grave: Christopher O'Connor, died 6 July 1897 aged 1 years from 16 Temple Street Hardwicks Hospital, Dublin, Eliza Shiels, died 30 January 1898 aged 56 years from 19 Michael's Hill, Dublin and Mary Walsh, dies 23 October 1915 aged 52 years from 9 Forbes Cottages, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin.
Current records examined show that Catherine and Patrick BRADLEY had the following children:
 
    1. Catherine BRADLEY (1839 -   )
    2. Thomas BRADLEY (1843-1890)
    3. Bridget BRADLEY (1851-1896)

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Second Generation
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1. Catherine BRADLEY, daughter of Patrick BRADLEY and Catherine [UNKNOWN], was born in 1839. She was baptised on Sunday, 20 January 1839 in St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, Dublin. According to the 1901 census (31 March), Catherine Bradley was 62 years of age and living in 1.2 Wormwood Gate, Ushers Quay, Dublin Her stated occupation was a Gentleman Cap Maker. In the Dublin Electoral lists (1908-1915) Catherine Bradley was living in 1.2 Wormwood Gate, Ushers Quay, Dublin in 1908 and in 27.2 High Street, Merchant's Quay, Dublin in 1912, 1913 and 1915. According to the 1911 census (2 April), Catherine Bradley was 74 years of age and living in 27.2 High Street, Merchant's Quay, Dublin. Her stated occupation was Cap Maker. 

2. Thomas BRADLEY, son of Patrick BRADLEY and Catherine [UNKNOWN], was born in 1843. He was a Porter. Thomas married twice. He married Catherine TALBOT on Sunday, 25 October 1863 in St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, DublinThe best man was Joseph Talbot and Anna Bollings was a bridesmaid. He married Catherine REILLY on Sunday, 7 January 1877 (Vol. 2, page 834, Dublin South) in St Michael's & John Church, Dublin. The best man was John Redmond and Rose Humphries was a bridesmaid. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. Bernard Duffy. 
He died on Wednesday, 26 February 1890 (Vol 2, page 697, Dublin South) in 71 Dame Street, Dublin aged 47 years. He was buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St. Brigid's - JH 205.5).

Catherine TALBOT, daughter of Peter TALBOT and Sarah [UNKNOWN], was born in 1837 in Dublin. She died on Tuesday, 5 March 1872 (Vol. 2, page 493, Dublin North) in 1 Chapel Lane, Dublin aged 35 years. She and Thomas BRADLEY had the following children:

    1. Mary Christina BRADLEY (1864- )
    2. John Joseph BRADLEY (1866-1891)
    3. Sarah T BRADLEY (1868-1954)
    4. Mary Ellen BRADLEY (1872- )
 
Catherine REILLY daughter of George REILLY and Maura [UNKNOWN], was born in 1851. According to the 1901 census (31 March), Catherine Bradley was 50 years of age, a widow  and living in 71 Dames Street, Dublin (beside the Empire Place Theatre (now the Olympia Theatre) and above a shop). There were two Boarders living in the house with her. According to the 1911 census (2 April), Catherine Bradley was still living in 71 Dames Street, Dublin. There were three Boarders living in the house with her. In the Dublin Electoral lists (1908-1915) Catherine Bradley was living in 71 Dame Street, Dublin in 1914. According to Thom's Directory Catherine Bradley was the registered owner of 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin from 1925 until her death in 1930. She died on  Thursday, 6 March 1930 (Jan-Mar, Vol. 2, page 421, Dublin South) in 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin aged 79 years. She was buried on Saturday, 8 March 1930 in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St. Brigid's - JH 205.5) with her husband (Thomas) and step son (John).
 
3. Bridget BRADLEY, daughter of Patrick BRADLEY and Catherine [UNKNOWN], was born in 1851. Her stated occupation was a Cap Maker according to Glasnevin burial records. She died on Monday, 19 October 1896  (Vol. 2, page 508, Oct-Dec, Dublin South) in 2 Wormwood Gate, Dublin aged 45 years. She was buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St. Brigid's - JH 205.5).  

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Third Generation
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1. 
Mary Christina BRADLEY, daughter of Thomas BRADLEY (1843-1890) and Catherine TALBOT (1837-1872), was born on Sunday, 11 December 1864 (Vol. 17, page 601, Dublin North) in 185 Great Britain, Dublin. She was baptised Maria Christina on Friday, 16 December 1864 in St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, Dublin. The godparent was Ellina Lyons.


2. John Joseph BRADLEY, son of Thomas BRADLEY (1843-1890) and Catherine TALBOT (1837-1872), was born on Sunday, 26 August 1866 (Vol. 12, page 532, Dublin North) in 1 Malaboro Place, Dublin. He was baptised on Monday, 3 September 1866 in St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, Dublin. The godparent was Margarita Harold. John died in 71 Dames Street, Dublin on Friday, 13 November 1891 (Vol. 2, page 570, Oct-Dec, Dublin North in Dublin at 25 years of age.  John was buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St. Brigid's - JH 205.5) with his father (Thomas).


3. Sarah T BRADLEY, daughter of Thomas BRADLEY (1843-1890) and Catherine TALBOT (1837-1872), was born on Thursday, 16 January 1868 in Dublin in 5 Chapel Lane, Dublin.  She was baptised on Monday, 20 January 1868 
 in St Mary's Pro-Cathedral, Dublin. The godparent was Maria Reilly. According to the Family Bible, Sarah had 1 brother (John Bradley b. 26 Aug 1866 and d. 13 Nov 1891) and one sister (Mary Bradley b. 11 Sep 1872). Sarah married Thomas MURTAGH on Monday, 6 September 1897 (Vol. 2, page 664, Dublin South) in St Michael's & John Church, Dublin. The witnesses were Nicholas Murtagh and Lizzy Clancy. The celebrant was Rev. Eugene MacCarthy. According to the 1901 census (31 March), Thomas (31) and Sarah (30) lived in 71 Dames Street, Dublin (beside the Empire Place Theatre (now the Olympia Theatre) and above a shop). Living in the same building was Sarah's step-mother (Catherine Bradley) who was 50 years of age. According to 1911 census (2 April), Sarah and Thomas Murtagh are living in the two roomed flat in 2 Gratton Street, Dublin, the same building where his mother (Margaret Murtagh) was living. In the Dublin Electoral lists (1908-1915) Sarah T Murtagh was living in 2 Gratton Street, Dublin in 1914 and 1915. According to Thom's Directory in 1933, Sarah T Murtagh became the registered owner of 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin.  (Sarah's step-mother (Catherine Bradley) was the owner of the house from 1925 until her death in 1930). Sarah lived in 27 Emorville Avenue with her daughter (Mary) and son (Thomas) until her death. The Electoral Register 1939 - 40 shows Sarah T, Mary J, and Thomas G living in 27 Emorville Avenue, Dublin. Sarah died on Monday, 18 January 1954 (Vol. 2, page 419, Jan-Mar, Dublin South) in 27 Emorville Avenue, Dublin aged 68 years. Sarah was buried on Wednesday, 20 January 1954 in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St. Brigid's - JH 205.5) with her father (Thomas), step mother (Catherine Bradley) and her brother (John Joseph) - memorial card.


Thomas MURTAGH, son of William MURTAGH (1824-1879) and Margaret TAAFFE (1841-1916), was born on Friday, 19 July 1867 
(Vol. 12, page 824, Kells) in Chamberlainstowntown, Co. Meath.  He was baptised on Sunday, 21 July 1867 in Kells, Co. Meath. The godparents were James Mulvaney and Anne Taaffe. Thomas worked as a Shop Assistant in Leverett and Frye, 36 Grafton Street, Dublin.  According to 1901 census (31 March) Thomas and Sarah lived in 71 Dame Street, Dublin (beside the Empire Place Theatre (now Olympia Theatre) and above a shop). Living in the same building was Catherine Bradley (Sarah's mother) aged 50. In the Dublin Electoral lists (1908-1915) Murtagh was living in 13 Leo Street, Dublin in 1908 and in 10 Leo Street in 1909, 1910 and 1911. According to 1911 census (2 April), Thomas and Sarah Murtagh are living in the two roomed flat in 2 Gratton Street, Dublin, the same building where his mother (Margaret Murtagh) was living. He died on Wednesday, 11 June 1913 (Vol. 2, page 518, Apr-Jun, Dublin South) in Our Lady's Hospise, Harolds Cross, Dublin at 45 years of age. Thomas was buried on Friday, 13 June 1913 in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St Paul's - SB51)


Sarah T BRADLEY and Thomas MURTAGH had the following children:

    1. Margaret Mary MURTAGH (1899-1900)
    2. Margaret Mary MURTAGH (1899-1900)
    3. Bernard Leo MURTAGH (1903-1983)
    4. John Joseph MURTAGH (1905-1962)
    5. Thomas Gerard MURTAGH (1909-1981)

4. Mary Ellen BRADLEY, daughter of Thomas BRADLEY (1843-1890) and Catherine TALBOT (1837-1872), was born on Friday, 12 January 1872 (Vol. 2, page 655, Dublin North) 
in 1 Chapel Street, Dublin. According to the baptismal register, Mary Ellen was born on Monday, 8 January 1872 and baptised on Wednesday, 10 January 1872. The godparent was Mary Billings. 

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Fourth Generation
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1. Margaret Mary MURTAGH, daughter of Thomas MURTAGH (1867-1913) and Sarah T BRADLEY (1868-1954), was born on Tuesday, 18 April 1899 (Vol. 2, page 661, Apr-Jun, Dublin South) in Dublin. Margaret died on Sunday, 25 March 1900 in Dublin at 11 months. She was buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St. Brigid's - JH205.5) with her grandfather (Thomas Bradley).

2. Mary Josephine MURTAGH, daughter of Thomas MURTAGH (1867-1913) and Sarah T BRADLEY (1868-1954), was born on Saturday, 13 July 1901 (Vol. 2, page 615, Jul Sep, Dublin South) in Dublin.  According to 1911 census (2 April), Mary was 9 years of age and living in 2 Grattan Street, Dublin. Later, Mary lived in 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin.  According to the Electoral Register 1939 - 40, it shows Sarah T, Mary J, and Thomas G. as living in 27 Emorville Avenue, Dublin. According to the Electoral Register, Mary was registered from 1955 as living in 30 Curzon Street, South Circular Road, Dublin, a house owned by Bridie Opielinski.  Mary died on Saturday, 27 September 1975 in Marguerite Road, Glasnevin, Dublin aged 74 years. She was buried on Tuesday, 30 September 1975 in Glasnevin Cemetery (St. Brigid's - JH205.5) with her mother (Sarah) and grandparents (Thomas & Catherine Bradley).

3. Bernard Leo MURTAGH, son of Thomas MURTAGH (1867-1913) and Sarah T BRADLEY (1868-1954), was born on Friday, 4 September 1903 (Vol. 2, page 609, Jul-Sep, Dublin South) in Dublin. According to  1911 census (2 April), Bernard was 7 years of age and living in 2 Grattan Street, Dublin. Bernard married Elizabeth O'HARA in  Friday, 12 Jun 1936 (Vol. 2, page 326, Apr-Jun, Dublin North) in St Paul's Church, Arran Quay, Dublin. The witnesses were Thomas Murtagh and Mary Meehan.  The celebrant was Rev. J.J. Flood P.P.  They lived in 168 Pembroke Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin and later in 33 Marguerite Road, Glasnevin, Dublin. Both Bernard and Elizabeth Eileen appeared in 1939-40 and 1940-41 on the Register as living at 168 Pembroke Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin. They appear on the Register in 33 Marguerite Road, Glasnevin, Dublin in 1941-42, 1942-43, 1943-44,1944-45, 1949-50, 1950-51, 1954-55, 1955-56, 1956-7. The 1962-63 Electoral Register listed Bernard, Elizabeth and Evelyn.  Bernard died on Sunday, 23 January 1983 in James Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, Dublin aged 79 years. He was buried on Tuesday, 25 January 1983 in Glasnevin Cemetery (St Brigid's - Si211).

Elizabeth Agnes O'HARA, daughter of Thomas O'HARA and Emily MEEHAN, was born in Saturday, 20 January 1906.  According to  1911 census (2 April), Elizabeth was 5 years of age and living in 22 Grangegorman, Upper (Arran Quay), Dublin.  Elizabeth died on Sunday, 5 August 1984 in James Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, Dublin aged 78 years. She was on Wednesday, 8 August 1984 buried in Glasnevin Cemetery (St Brigid's - Si211) with her husband (Bernard).

Bernard Leo MURTAGH and Elizabeth O'Hara had the following children: on Wednesday, 8 August 1984

    1. Thomas Anthony MURTAGH (1937-1937)
    2. Evelyn P MURTAGH (Living)
    3. Brendan A MURTAGH (Living)

4. John Joseph MURTAGH, son of Thomas MURTAGH (1867-1913) and Sarah T BRADLEY (1868-1954), was born on Tuesday, 19 September 1905 (Vol. 2, page 408, Oct-Dec, Dublin North) in Dublin. According to 1911 census (2 April), John was 5 years of age and living in 2 Grattan Street, Dublin. John married Rebecca LADLEY on  Tuesday, 26 November 1935 (Vol. 2, page 475, Oct-Dec, South Dublin) in St Audoen's Church, Dublin. The witnesses were George Ladley and Mary Murtagh.  The celebrant was Rev. Thomas J. Fallon.  According to the Electoral Register 1949 - 51, John and Rebecca Murtagh were living in 27 Charleston Road, Kimmage, Dublin. The 1955-56, 1956-57 and 1962-63 show them living in 42 Chelmsford Road, Ranelagh, Dublin. John died on Monday, 28 May 1962 in James Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, Dublin aged 56 years. He was buried on Wednesday, 30 May 1962 in Deansgrange Cemetery - memorial card.

Rebecca LADLEY, daughter of William LADLEY and Susan Ormiston (1878-1910) was born in Saturday, 23 January 1904 (Vol. 2, page 697, Jan-Mar, Dublin South) in Hollis Street Hospital and living in 87 Morehampton Road.  According to 1911 census (2 April), Rebecca was 7 years of age and living in 21.3 Donnybrook Road, Dublin.  Rebecca died on Wednesday, 16 August 1995 
(paperin the Meath Hospital, Dublin aged 91 years. She was buried on Friday, 18 August 1995 in Deansgrange Cemetery
 with his husband (John Joseph).

5. Thomas Gerard MURTAGH, son of Thomas MURTAGH (1867-1913) and Sarah T BRADLEY (1868-1954), was born on Monday, 11 January 1909 (Vol. 2, page 463, Jan-Mar, Dublin North) in 10 Leo Street, Dublin. According to  1911 census (2 April), Thomas was 2 years of age and living in 2 Grattan Street, Dublin. Thomas attended St Andrews Primary School and later CBS Westland Row. According to the Electoral Register 1939 - 40, it shows Sarah T, Mary J, and Thomas G as living in 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin. Thomas married Mary Carmel HARRINGTON on Monday, 12 July 1948 (Vol. 2, page 929, Jul-Sep, Dublin South) in St. Michael's Church, Inchicore, Dublin. The witnesses were John Joseph Murtagh and Eithne Harrington. The celebrant was Rev Bernard Brady. They lived in 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin and from 1954 in 31 Gledswood Park, Clonskeagh, Dublin. Thomas worked in Boland's Bakery for more than 50 years until his retirement in 1974. Thomas died on Monday, 4 May 1981 in Baggot Street Hospital, Dublin aged 72 years.  He was buried on Thursday, 7 May 1981 in Deansgrange Cemetery (St Paul's) - memorial card.

Mary Carmel HARRINGTON, daughter of Daniel HARRINGTON (1885-1944) and Mary Ellen BYRNE (1882-1951), was born on Friday, 18 July 1913 (Vol. 2, Page 371, Celbridge) in Lucan, Co. Dublin. Mary Carmel was baptised on 20 July 1913 in St. Mary's Church, Lucan, Co. Dublin. The godparents were Thomas Donnelly and Alice Byrne. The celebrant was Rev William Hanley. She lived in 11 Sarsfield Terrace, Lucan and sometime after 1922 in 50 Ring Street, Inchicore, Dublin.  She was on the Electoral Register in 1937. Carmel died on Wednesday, 27 August 2003 in Clonskeagh Hospital, Dublin aged 90 years and was buried on Saturday, 30 August 2003 in Deansgrange Cemetery with her husband (Thomas) - memorial card

Thomas Gerard MURTAGH and Mary Carmel Harrington had the following children:

    4. Gerard Patrick MURTAGH (Living)
    5. Desmond Anthony MURTAGH (Living)
    6. Aidan Thomas MURTAGH (Living)

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Fifth Generation
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1. Thomas Anthony MURTAGH, son of Bernard Leo MURTAGH (1903-1983) and Elizabeth O'HARA (1906-1984), was born on Tuesday, 18 May 1937 (Vol. 2, page 245, Apr-Jun, Dublin North) in Dublin. He died on Thursday, 20 May 1937 (Vol. 2, page 249, Apr-Jun, Dublin North) in Dublin after 2 days. He was buried on Friday, 21 May 1937 in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin (St. Brigid's - JH205.5) with his grandparents (Thomas and Catherine Bradley).


2. Evelyn P MURTAGH, daughter of Bernard Leo MURTAGH (1903-1983) and Elizabeth O'HARA (1906-1984), was born in (Living) in Dublin. According to the Electoral Register of 1962-63, Bernard, Elizabeth and Evelyn were listed. Evelyn married Sean THOMPSON in (Living).

Sean THOMPSON and Evelyn MURTAGH had the following children:

    1. Linda MURTAGH (Living)
    2. Olga MURTAGH (Living)
    3. Barry MURTAGH (Living)

3. Brendan A MURTAGH, son of Bernard Leo MURTAGH (1903-1983) and Elizabeth O'HARA (1906-1984), was born in (Living) in Dublin. Brendan married Rita GRIFFIN.

Brendan A MURTAGH and Rita GRIFFIN had the following children:

    4. Sonya MURTAGH (Living)
    5. John MURTAGH (Living)

4. Gerard Patrick MURTAGH, son of Thomas Gerard MURTAGH (1909-1981) and Mary Carmel HARRINGTON (1913-2003), was born on (Living) in Dublin. Gerard lived in 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin and from May 1954 in 31 Gledswood Park, Clonskeagh, Dublin. Gerard married Maria DRUMMY on (Living) in London.

Maria DRUMMY, daughter of Sean DRUMMY (   -1992) and Sheila MYTHEN (1932 -  ), was born on (Living) in London. 

Gerard Patrick MURTAGH and Maria DRUMMY had the following children:

    6. Sean Ciaran MURTAGH (Living)
    7. Sinead Carmel MURTAGH (Living)
    8. Conor Patrick MURTAGH (Living)

5. Desmond Anthony MURTAGH, son of Thomas Gerard MURTAGH (1909-1981) and Mary Carmel HARRINGTON (1913-2003), was born on (Living) in Dublin.  Desmond was baptised on (Living) in Church of Our Lady of Fatima, Rialto, Dublin. The godparents were Daniel Harrington and Monica Goulding. Desmond lived in 27 Emorville Avenue, South Circular Road, Dublin and from May 1954 in 31 Gledswood Park, Clonskeagh, Dublin. He attended school at CBS Westland Row, Dublin. Desmond married Marian FARRY on (Living) in Co Kildare.

Marian FARRY, daughter of Thomas FARRY (1917-1991) and Bridget HARRINGTON (1923-1990), was born on (Living) in Coolaney, Sligo. 

Marian Farry had the following child:

    9. Christina FARRY (Living)

6. Aidan Thomas MURTAGH, son of Thomas Gerard MURTAGH (1909-1981) and Mary Carmel HARRINGTON (1913-2003), was born on (Living) in Dublin. Aidan lived in 31 Gledswood Park, Clonskeagh, Dublin. He attended school at CBS Westland Row, Dublin. Aidan married Muireann LAWLOR on (Living) in Mount Argus Church, Dublin. The witnesses were Gerard Murtagh and Eilis Lawlor.

Muireann LAWLOR, daughter of Michael LAWLOR ( -1984) and Mary SHEEHAN (1922-2007), was born on (Living) in Dublin.  

Aidan Thomas MURTAGH and Muireann LAWLOR had the following children:

    10. Aisling MURTAGH (Living)
    11. Aoife MURTAGH (Living)

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Sixth Generation
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1. Linda THOMPSON, daughter of Sean THOMPSON and Evelyn MURTAGH, was born on (Living) in Dublin.

2. Olga THOMPSON, daughter of Sean THOMPSON and Evelyn MURTAGH, was born on (Living) in Dublin.

3. Barry THOMPSON, son of Sean THOMPSON and Evelyn MURTAGH, was born on (Living) in Dublin.

4. Sonya MURTAGH, daughter of Brendan A MURTAGH and Rita GRIFFIN, was born on (Living) in Dublin.

5. John MURTAGH, daughter of Brendan A MURTAGH and Rita GRIFFIN, was born on (Living) in Dublin.

6. Sean Ciaran MURTAGH, son of Gerard Patrick MURTAGH and Maria DRUMMY, was born on (Living) in London.

7. Sinead Carmel MURTAGH, daughter of Gerard Patrick MURTAGH and Maria DRUMMY, was born on (Living) in London.

8. Conor Patrick MURTAGH, son of Gerard Patrick MURTAGH and Maria DRUMMY, was born on (Living) in London.

9. Christina FARRY, daughter of Desmond Anthony MURTAGH and Marian FARRY, was born on (Living) in Manchester.

10. Aisling MURTAGH, daughter of Aidan Thomas MURTAGH and Muireann LAWLOR, was born on (Living) in Dublin.

11. Aoife MURTAGH, daughter of Aidan Thomas MURTAGH and Muireann LAWLOR, was born on (Living) in Dublin.
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