My sister, her name also Diane. All of the descendants lived in Quebec and were all French speaking. To date I have not found conclusive evidence of why it means Gill the Big so we keep looking, although I must say I prefer the Gille Moire version, it somehow seems more credible. She married a man named Philip Walter Zauner. I come to this site to learn about the Gilmours, not to hear comments about the quality of the website. I am Angela Wilson maiden name Gilmour and was born in Dunfermline in 1960 and I think we maybe related? Steph my EM is builderbob234 at Yahoo dot com, if you feel you want to establish a connection? By the way I am still a Presbyterian! In your research does her name surface?? Sailed into Sydney harbour 1847, One child died on route. B, […and you might wan’t to have a look at this, if you ever wondered…]…, iam david spence gilmour from southqueenferry lothian ed inburgh hello to all the gilmours all over the place, Hello David,I have a David Spence Gilmour born 3May 1899 at Woodmuir.Father James Barrons Gilmour.Mother Helen SWan Spence , Irish parents. Ramona, I have been searching for you for the last couple weeks! My Grandfather was their brother was William(Willie) and they eventually settled in Oakley Fife, just outside Dunfermline. Scotland and Yes I found the grave of William Gilmour my GG grandfather buried in Australia @ the old Wallsend crematory an outer township of Newcastle city NSW. the family migrated to New Zealand from England in May 1967 on the Rangitane. Children on Arrival to US, then the name was written down as it sounded. Armstrong (Mod) 368/1136. Bishop Reginald of the Isles declared their relationship incestuous, nullified the marriage and branded her son illegitimate. thanks, Barbara (Gillmor) MacDonald Moore, Ottawa, Ontario, Hello Mary I am Robert Gilmour now 73yrs old. He came home from the war and my family moved from Vancouver, B.C. His wife was Catherine and had many children. Alexander Gilmour, a calico printer living in Barrhead, married Mary Morrison. Talk about moving moments. Time past and the castle in severe disrepair then was handed back to the Scottish nation. Puis-je porter un tartan si je n’appartiens à aucun clan écossais ? John Gilmour Tom Gilmour Robert Gilmour William Gilmour. My Gilmore’s fought in the revolutionary war and came through Massachusetts some how managed to migrate through New York, Ohio, and continued West. It has all this information and more. My dad went back to Edinburgh in 1956, and met with relatives, who recognized him immediately because of his height – Big Gil made sense to me when I read your article, all children were over 6 feet, my dad being the tallest at 6’5″. My ancestors from Paisley Scotland, were John Gillmor and Agnes Park. All of the information I have pieced together led me here. I live in State of New South Wales Australia. Linda we could be related.re William Gilmour my GGG grandfather William Gilmour and Craig Miller castle. i live in Cumbria England but frequent my homeland often. Looking for other family members, I am looking for any descendants of John William Gilmour (B. There is still a lot of Gilmours residing in the area where it appears the name first appeared. My Name is Andrew Gilmour. I am > descended from a James Gilmour (lots of those!) My hands as William’s hands. Get in touch for more info. 1904 – Ellen Copland Gilmour (Nellie). He arrived in Australia in 1893 (ish). Choose your accessory or fabric, and find the pattern for your clan or county, or select tartan that reflects your personal style. My great/great grandfather was William Gilmour from county of Fyfe Scotland, Arrived Sydney Australia 1847 with family in toe.. Approx Weight. Did William have a sister named Ann by any chance? Alle Bestellungen sind Sonderanfertigungen und werden meist innerhalb von 24 Stunden versendet. As far as I can tell, I am a descendant of one of Alexander & Janets children. The local library here has much Gilmour family history also the historical Society here of which I am a member. A blog site dedicated to the topic of family history and genealogical research. Over the years the name has changed from Gilmore to Gilmer ( southern way of speaking).My grandmother was born a Gilmore and buried as a “Gilmer” as they all are. They had 4 children, Robert, Arthur, Helen and Alexander. Yes I found Williams grave and headstone of late 1800’s William became mayor of Wallsend an outer suburb of Newcastle New south Wales Australia. as written in history. Beth. I know nothing more about this man but certainly can help anyone interested in his descendants. My husbands grandfather came to the Uninted States when he was nineteen. My name is Kathryn Gold, I am posting here to possibly find the correct Helen Gilmore 6/18/1920 that I have been searching for…. She was married at 21 The Gilmours belong to the clan Morrison of the Isle of Lewis. I have traced Grandads family back to Ireland 1826”. I would like to find information about his parents. Gilmore Clan Crest T-Shirt. Anyone know of a K P Gilmour who died in Hong Kong in 1999? Gilmour name is pure Scottish. Nerida. area in the mid 1800s from Tullylish. He arrived Sydney Australia 1847 on sail-ship Hotspur with many children in tow. ive heard many storys of the origin of Gilmour, i even heard one of a viking prince that was shipwreaked in scotland and his son was called ghille mhoire, im a Gilmour and i live in scotland near glasgow, just think if we all traced back our familys we could all be distant relatives. Our US branch arrived in the mid-1600s from Paisley, after a half generation stop in Ireland. The information I received from my cousin is: “Another thing you might be able to check for me is that Grandad Gilmour’s elder brother Richard Hepplewhite Gilmour, …Edith (his niece) seems to think he may have gone to Canada – where he died…He was born in Hartlepool in 1898 and emmigrated – probably in the 1920-30s. The farthest back on the tree so far is James GILMORE Les tartans étaient à l'origine réservés aux tissus, mais sont maintenant utilisés sur de nombreux autres matériaux. Carol Hogg. Hi, I haven’t yet found their children, but I have discovered a death certificate for William George Gilmour, but can’t be absolutely sure it is him yet. Was this you and, if so, can you refresh my memory of what it was all about ?. ok post any time………Robert. I live here. Also my Grandfather’s grave Harold Gilmour as he was member of Australian 7th Light Horse Calvary brigade WW1 and member of that charge on Bashiba Turkish garrison on edge of Mediterran sea as written in history. Wallsend Library has all history. One of those children was a son George Edward Gilmour.1882 and perhaps the same George Gilmour you look for? Arrived Sydney Australia 1847 with family but some children died during the voyage. Grandpaps father passed away in Scottland. I give the grave and head-stone a pat and I say a few words. Clan MacDonald Tartan and Clan Campbell Tartan . I am visiting Scotland in August/September this year so would be great to have some places to visit. Well Diana I do hope this helps. Has anyone else made this connection. An obvious connection there some were? His wife was Catherine….. Prior to the revolutionary war-there were turly no firm boundaries. I am looking for information on Albert M. Gilmore, born abt 1822-1825 in Georgia. My grandfather’s name is James (Jim) Gilmour born in 1912. Their children: Alexander Gilmour b 22.12.1833 Alloa & Joan Gilmour b 16.2.1841 & chr 28.2.1841 Alloa. Im from a large family of Gilmours in Cumbria. The tree you refer to isnt the persons you state. I would love to correspond with you on any of this through my e-mail address – I have just returned from two years in Edinburgh so that explains my e-mail address, but I now reside in Canada again. Grandpap Gilmoue changed the spelling to Gilmore he said this was the american way to spell it. Andrew Gilmore was his name. I know Nanna (Edith Gilmour, nee Roebuck) read a personal notice in the paper, saying he had died put in by a solicitor wanting to find his family but she would not respond and so we lost any chance of getting in touch with his family. Thanks My email address is abdulaki786@gmail.com. Early records from Cumberland show that between 1133 and 1156, Gilmor, son of Gilander founded the chapelry of Treverman (later Trierman) in the parish of Walton, Cumberland, site of Triermain castle. His father was killed I have not verified this Yet. Any ideas? Are you able to access my email address from this website? I am researching Jean Gilmour, b. We need a date. His wife was Catherine. most resided in Iowa. my grandfather was george gilmour Yes I found Williams grave and the family house he lived in…State of NSW, Australia. they called him gg he had 3 sons and a daughter with violet willicot nee gilmour theyre kids were susan gilmour xxx, Hello there Anne, thanks for the hello. One of his sister’s was married to a Mr. Hogg. She died in Midlothian. Any gilmours in Australia please comment if any names ring a bell. . I would very much appreciate knowing of any information that is available about him or his descendants. These are all born way before your Robert who was possibly born in the late 1800s but this may be a family name that has been handed down? Doug, Agnes Noble married Robert Gilmore. There is only a marriage record, one census record of 1841 and a Death record for Ann Gilmour gibson. Hello Ellen your mother-in-law may have been thinking about Craigmillar Castle in Edinburgh it was bought in 1660 by Sir John? Helen died at 67 on April 5th 1861 in Dysart. Hi Gilmour’s, Cheers. Hello – I was just back on the site, looking for references to Gillmor.. My paternal grandfather was William Graham Gillmor, from Manor Hamilton in Ireland. (my great great grandfather) With their family of 12 children came to Sydney Australia 1847 on sail ship Hotspur. Jahrhundert verbreiteten sich Tartans über ganz Großbritannien. Its great to see there are so many of us out their. Thank you!! If you have any information please contact me at pegtaylor60@gmail.com Hi there i am looking for information reguarding my family history i dont have alot of information so any information is greatly appreciated. The Scottish Register of Tartans (the Register) is a national repository of tartan designs. I come at him from Grizzell Grace Gilmourwho married James Scott of Strathaven around 1799. Hello Mary Williams my name is Robert Gilmour. Due to the fact that my James Gilmore lineage is about my 6th generation great grandfather- we do not carry the Gilmore name. on Andrew C.Gilmour & his wife Catherine Leitch. They emigrated to South Africa in the early 1900s. Hi you are related to me – Gilmour in Fife, Scotland. Does anyone know about him? do you know if there is a way we can talk by email? I was just sent an outline of the J M Gilmour line from Mt Pleasant onwards in Australia. An online retailer of Scottish tartan products, the tartan style is now reflected in everyday items to monk accessories. Both of them were born in Bells Hill in Scotland. She married William Gilmour of Fife county Scotland. hi I am still trying to trace a BRENDA GILMORE OR GILMOUR who lived in Pendlebury Crescent road in the 1960,s that was her maiden name she married i think a “Spencer” If any one knows where she is will be pleased to know Brian Edwards, Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2015 14:55:04 +0000 To: brianpated@hotmail.com. Donna, Hi All Just adding my name here I’m from Edinburgh but my Gilmour family originally came from Fife then Perth. I just can’t connect my family found in Ontario Canada to a specific forefather. My Grandmother was Margaret Helen Meade Gillmor. Can’t wait to hear back from all of you . My dad Archibald Gilmour in New Guinea as a Pte contractor WW11 building the airstrip and hut accommodation. He came to the USA with his family. James as middle name is very common to Scottish …….. My pop was Harold James Gilmour WW1 My dad Archibald James.Gilmour, Me Robert James Gilmour, William James Gilmour the matriarch of earlier times bringing his family to Australia. are the last ones living from my family carrying that name. Go on the Muir websites and the Morrison websites and this will tell you alot about your origins. High quality Plaid gifts and merchandise. My Dad had always told me that his family originated from the Isle of Lewis. I even found Williams house after 90 odd yrs I opened the gate. Glad you have had luck finding yours! I recomend the Bann Valley Genealogy page which is also put together by a distant Torrens relative of mine. my email is builderbob234@yahoo.com. Hello my name is pat I know Nanna (Edith Gilmour, nee Roebuck) read a personal notice in the paper, saying he had died put in by a solicitor wanting to find his family but she would not respond and so we lost any chance of getting in touch with his family. Who wears the Morrison Tartan? My pop a WW1 vet and a child to William Gilmour.. No, we came to and stayed in the Boston area. Cheers! Childrin Ann, Jean, Janet, Elizabeth, boys were John, Tom, Robert, William. 2012 poss. Also, my husband is Clifford Compton and there is a castle Ashby, Great Britain, owned by a Marquis and Marquis Compton. Hi all, My name is Juliet Gilmour and my Great-great- grandfather was John William Gilmour, born in Co Tyrone, Ireland. Her sister Elizabeth (Betty) married in Liverpool in 1935 Joseph William (Joe) Driver. His grandson, Harold, being my grandfather fought in WW1 being a horse soldier of Australian army Light Horse Brigade as written in history. Would love to hear from you . You may be able to contact the person behind this tree for free and ask them to provide you details by email in exchange of new information you have. My gg grandfather was Rev. Amazon.com: Gilmore of the Clan Murray - Scottish Clan & Sept 11x17 History Print - Tartan, Buckle, Crest, Last Name Surname Meaning, Genealogy, Family Tree Research Aid, Roots, Ancestry, Ancestors and Namesakes: Posters & Prints My e-mail is: maryww99@suddenlink.net. It’s incredible how much history one can find about our family. Gilmore meaning "Gill the Big" was son of Gillanders the great Chief who lived about 1140. Marie. We know he and his wife Jane had a son John Leslie GILMOUR who was born circa 1832 in Glasgow. Not that I know of. Desperately hoping that someone can point me in the right direction and give me a hand. As to the Gil the Big and Gil Moire controversy: let’s think in terms of the name Gill the Big being also interpreted over time to mean Gill the More, the bigger, the Big. I am trying to trace my Grandfathers sisters whom I never met. Hello Gilmour Clan! I was lucky enough to have Aunty Mary at my wedding in 1986, which is also the last time she saw mum, who died later that year. if you want you can contact me at If so how do you prevent it, any plugin or anything you can advise? Also the local library. I believe one of them was called Anna, born and raised in Blantyre they moved to the Great Lakes area, possibly Wisconsin USA? They generally wore the tartans that were available to them, that were proper to their class, and that appealed to the person choosing the fabric. My pop was a broken man re Battle fatigue and bullet wounds. Hello Graeme I am Robert James Gilmour,, My dad Archibald james Gilmour a WW11 vet, My pop Harold James Gilmour a WW1 vet and member of the Australian Light horse brigade in egypt. My information is sketchy…does anyone on this network have any further links or ideas? His son, my great grandfather was Archibald James Gilmour. YES TRUE. Me I am in my 70’s and NO I’M NOT DEAD YET, As bugger that as I have a lot more living to do. though my family of Gilmour came to Sydney Australia in yearv1847 on the sail ship hot-spur. What a rich history it is! The name ‘James Gilmour’ appears to be quite common in Scotland. HI, it certainly is a small world…and the internet’s a great place for meeting family members. I’m from Chautauqua Lake N.Y. ok hope this helps …. MacGilleMhoire clan of Lewis The Morrison clan centred on the Isle of Lewis derived their surname from MhicGilleMhoire, a name said to mean "son of a servant of Mary". Your mum is my aunt. The Wallsend library has all history. I wonder if we are all related in some way. Or a sister with a middle name of Anne? My mother’s recollection of this Sunday School was that the Gaelic language was used in some of the services – sadly she died in 1998 at age 85. Hope this helps?. In 1965 Lord Lyon King of Arms moved to recognise one man as chief of the clan Morrison, whether the families were related or not. DOB is conflicting as the 1841 census says 1811 and her death record may make her dob as 1802 You can email me at montana_dreams@bresnan.net. Hi all, I’m from Albany, western Australia. Your Scottish Coat of Arms proudly displayed along with your Family Name History. He died at age 60 when I was just 9 years old. The farthest back we are able to trace was Thomas Gilmore married to Marion Sterling a son John Gilmore married Agnes Anderson, There are A few Gilmour’s in Winnipeg, my grandfather emigrated to Canada in the early teens, was a paper boy in Toronto in 1913. William Gilmour, Mary Ball is my great aunt. However your side is likely missing and not all correct. My family came to tillamook Oregon. They were married in Kilbirne, Ayrshire. I get so much lately it’s driving me mad so any help is very much appreciated. Best wishes and one brother Thomas. My side of Gilmour Family migrated to Sydney Australia yr 1847 and yes I found my GGG grandfathers grave. William james Gilmour of 1847 is Matriarch of my side Gilmour name. Is any of the following relevant to your Gilmores? Your scottish clan crest / scottish clan badge proudly displayed on a White T-Shirt. Searching for J.M Gilmour who lived in Orange County, Ca around 1964. Je sais que ce tartan est celui du clan MacDougal. m. 30.4.1945 Mona Winifred WHITE Robert Gilmour b 1.4.1793 Logie, Perth. usa. Info. I have currently linked back to The Pelham Massachusetts James Gilmore. There are several individual families, both Highland and Lowland, with the surname morrison. They were Scots-Irish when they cam to America in 1783 and were Catholic but soon became Protestant after thier arrival. I am a GIlmour from Kingston….could we be related? It Is a double plot. Married Daniel Gibson. Inspired designs on t-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Gilmore name spelling was created re WW11 England bombing and written down as it sounded by the US immigration people re save the children taking them to the USA re German bombing of England & Scotland. . My dads name is TONY, They did do the decent thing in 1946 and handed Craigmillar over to the nation. 1906 – Tamar Earl Gilmour. As newly registered user i just want to say hi to everyone else who uses this bbs B-). Do you have any suggestions of sources that I could tap into to find my relative….? My Great Great Grandmother was a Elizabeth Gilmore who married a Henderson and then married Samuel Torrens after her first husband died, I have a strong conection with both Gilmores andd Hoggs, Gilmore/Gilmour is a very popular name in the Aghadowey, Garvagh and Kilrea districts in the Bann Valley area. I opened the gate and my hand became their hands. Fortune smiled upon the stoic trio, and they were deposited safe but wet upon the stony Lewis shore. His father was William J. Gilmore and his mother was Margaret (Miller) Gilmore. Have you any further information i.e. Jeanette Pledger / gilmour/ Lawther, I have a Gillmor mystery for anyone that is up to it. I have a great deal of history on your grandfathers siblings, parents, etc and would love to share with you. I am from the Sheffield area yorkshire.I have also found a meaning of our name which is said to a gil mour means sord bearer to the king. Again giving credence to the Gille Moire origin. They rested in Egypt next to the pyramids before the great battle charge as written in history. Wallsend town library has all historical records. ?Life is what it is and not every day sunny……ok by for now. But I was glad to this site. Like- “he came over wearing a velvet coat, was a country gentlemen, they were trying to get to family in Canada and never made but to the America’s. I am Robert James Gilmour. I know nothing about the rest of the Gillmor line. me 75yrs old…Wiilliam came to Sydney Australia with family on the sale ship Hot spur though one child died on the trip The Newcastle historical Society has all the info, Hello there I would love to learn more about this side of the family. . Hello Graham I am of clan Gilmour. )Our eldest’s middle name is Therase, after her, and her daughter’s middle name is Scott, after Granny, who was Elizabeth Scott before marrying Grandad Gilmour. CLAN Next Step: Choose Colours. Donna I’m here in Newcastle Australia born here me now 72yrs old. The clan Ross fought for Robert the Bruce against the English during the Scottish Wars of Independence, but sided with the Government forces during the 18th century Jacobite uprising. One child died on the trip. his route was from Glascow to London he was 19 when they came to the Uninted Statrs his mother the sisters and all his brothers except the one how went to Australia. Eventually my grandmother emigrated to Canada in 1926 with her husband and baby boy. Die eindeutige Zuordnung von bestimmten Tartans zu einzelnen Clans begann erst im 16. hi folks, I am the daughter of Wayne Gilmour, Don’s brother. The green society tartan is a variant of the Mackay sett with a red stripe. There are too many Ellen Compton’s to find you. Yes, most names have 6-8 different spellings due to ” who ever” was writing them down at the time. I am trying to find the family before they came to the United States. Hello Linda! . The Attack by that Australian Cavalry charge recognized as the greatest Cavalry charge as written in our Aust history WW1. It is an old tree constructed by my younger brother Iain and given to my parents many years ago. __ 1728 .buried in High bridge church,natural bridge ,Va. Can confirm. 308K; Historical Documents79K; Birth, Marriage, and Deaths8K; Military Records 20K; Immigration Records79K; Census and Voter Lists119K; Member Trees. Township of Wallsend. Lance Gilmour . Maximum threads reached. ("Mhic" meaning son, "Gille" meaning servant and "Mhoire" meaning Mary). My dad was Tam Gilmour as was his dad too, I’m researching my family tree…and it’s been so interesting finding out about all the ancestors…nice to hear from you…Elizabeth. Any connection to your family? So, I descend from a David and I believe a James Gilmore. The local Wallsend town library has all the info of William and the politics of that earlier time.. Hope this helps. I hope that you can locate your relatives! We may have common ancestry although I have only managed to get back to a James Gilmour marrying Elizabeth Sim 1725 Paisley Abbey. Have a wonderful day! My family is originally from Ogdensburg, NY. Scottish Clans and Tartans; Ian Grimble - 1973. Had some 13children, came to Sydney NSW Australia 1847 on sail ship “Hot-spur” 2 children died during the trip. 100% Pure New Wool. View the Scotsclans website for a bit of history of the Clan and an example of its tartan. My Gilmour family came to New York state about 1820 from the Lanark area of Scotland. His Dad (James also) was the son of William Gilmour and Margaret (Nee Robertson). Gilmore is an alternative, or sept, of Clan Morrison from Scotland, known as MacGilleMhoire in Scottish Gaelic. He married Catherine Somerville and they had three daughters. Any takers? etc.,as well as my ancestry,i.e.Scottish/Scots/Scotland,make a wee bit more effort to get your facts,spellings,history and terminology right,e.g SCOTTISH is spelt with two T’s? Hi Carol, I am a Gilmour and my ancestors are from N. Ireland. Born 1898 in PA, died 1971 in NJ. ( Log Out /  He settled in township of Wallsend an outer town of Newcastle city. 1870) of Scotland They came to Sydney Australia 1847 on Sail ship HotSpur from FiFe,shire Scotland. Hi, Cheers all. com and only death record shows no parents name. Fun and entertaining items are found within the intricate details of the artwork. ( Log Out /  . Hello Ms K Gilmour. My father was John Murdoch Gilmour. John was born about 1803 & married Mary Raney. Any mention of family history in the Bible? My Dad Kenneth was born to John Gilmour and Agnes Rose Janes in North Cobalt , Ontario. struggled in heavy seas off the Scottish island of Lewis. I am now 74yrs old. died age 67yrs WW11. One brother moved to Australa. Ann Gilmour was my 3 gt g/father’s sister . Thank you to all who have posted comments on this page, please continue to do so as it is interesting to keep up with. Scottish Clan and Family Encyclopedia; George Way of Plean and Romilly Squire - 1994. Yes I found the graves. Dear Mary Ball: I passed through Auchinleck on a visit to the UK some years ago and wondered whether there might be any relatives still living there. arrived here in Sydney Australia 1847 on the sail ship Hot-spur. Oui, évidemment ! Talk about moving moments…..ok bye for now Bei der Note fällt viele Eigenarten, damit relevantes Ergebniss zustande kommt. Sadly the intrest in the historyhas come about following the death of my uncle ‘Jack’ john Gilmour – I am hoping that my cousin Keith can supply moor details of the family as he has been drawing up a tree. Just thought Id say hi Gilmour family! Wearing tartan is not limited to the Scots and the Lein-croich was the first version of the Irish kilt, however where Scottish tartans originate from the the Scottish Clans and family names, only some Irish family names correspond to particular tartans and most Irish tartans represent the districts and counties. Any connection?? My grandmother is Annie Gilmour Orr (b. My Great Great Grandfather John Gilmour was b 29.2.1804 Tillicoultry. Gilmour family once owned Craig Miller Castle Scotland and was once home to Mary Queen of Scots, though over the years the castle fell into severe disrepair and so was handed back to the Scottish Nation. We have kept in touch with Mary (not frequently enough) but always at Christmas. It’s actually Olaf the Black. my dad Archibald James Gilmour. Born around 1883, lived in New Jersey, married a Lillian R. Meade, died around 1964. There is a little debate on the meaning of the name. I hope that someone can be able to help me finding my Gilmour family from Liverpool UK. Hi i would love to find out about my family history All i know is my Grandad Harold Gilmour, His wife Elizabeth Wilson there 4 children my father Robert. My great great, great grandfather William Gilmour was born there. I would be interested in talk with you more. his father was named williiam george gilmour . They immigrated to the upstate New York community of Ogdensburg in the 1820’s. He became Mayor of Wallend an outer suburb of Newcastle City. Kinda ran in the family. King Henry obeyed the Pope and used his armies to assume rule of Ireland.