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• I am Ted Howard desperately seeking Annie Petrie whose parents, Doctor and Mrs. Petrie lived in the north of East Grinstead during the 1960s and 1970s. I believe Annie went to Baldwins Hill Primary school in the 40s. I have lost the Doctor's and Mrs. Petrie's address and their daughter, has since married and I do not have her new name. I would dearly love to contact any of them and renew old friendships. Thank you to all who take the time to read this, and a special thanks to anyone who responds to my plea with any information that may help in my quest. fegh@rogers.com
  Posted 2008-10-09
  
  

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• My name is Jim Gray. My parents had the Church Lane Laundry in the High Street. East Grinstead. I left the Grammar School in 1948 and worked for Thomas Cook, in London. After National Service I worked for American Express in the Haymarket.until 1975 when my wife Margaret and I took a pub. We are now retired and living in Polegate. I would like to hear from anyone who remembers me. I am particularly looking for a great mate of mine from the 40s and 50s. Laurie Peters. He lived in Crawley Down, where his father was the village policeman. james.gray28@btinternet.com
  Posted 2008-10-09
  
  

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• Calling East Grinstead County Grammar School Fifth Form Leavers of 1947 There are still a few of you out there we would love to find! We have arranged another year reunion for July this year. For details please contact me, Gwen May (nee Philcox) gwen@may2003.wanadoo.co.uk
  Posted 2008-03-06
  
  

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• find gonandunnit stuart morgan i'm trying to find an old good friend of mine. his name is Gonandunnit Stuart Morgan and the address that i did have was 47 marlpit road sharpthorne west sussex. thanks so much, hellonwheels26@yahoo.com
  Posted 2008-01-01
  
  

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• Connie Alexander (nee Tomsett) My name is David Giddings and my mother, Gladys Tomsett, was born in Ashurstwood in 1901. Gladys had a brother, Arthur, and he had two daughters one who emigrated to Canada. The other daughter, Connie, married Maurice Alexander and remained in the village at least until the late 1970's. Does anyone know of the where abouts of either Connie or her two daughters as I would love to make contact to explore some of our mutual family history. If there is anyone who can help it would be greatly appreciated. greenfoot@talktalk.net
  Posted 2008-01-01
  
  

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• Barrington family I am looking for the Barrington family who used to live at Barton House in the 1960's. Also any information about the previous families who once lived there would be interesting. mandyis@i-shams.com
  Posted 2008-01-01
  
  

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• still looking for LESLEY ROBERTSON lived in east grinstead early sixtys. we met in usa 65-66 while both working as nannys. i am now living in australia would love to hear from her if anyone can help thanks again pamrose (nee bell) jprose6@bigpond.com
  Posted 2007-12-10
  
  

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• I am still looking for information on my Mother's family. Mom was Hilda Westgate her father was Albert Edward Westgate . Albert married Bessie Phillips Jan. 16 1909 in Plymouth England. Albert's father was Albert Edward Westgate and by 1909 had passes away. Bessie's Father was John Phillips who had also passed away by 1909. I did once hear from my cousin Allan Westgate and would love to have him (or any other cousins) get in touch with me again. We had a computer crash and I lost all contact information. Mom's brothers were Fred with 3 sons Allan, Peter & Micheal, Ron no chidren and a sister Win with two children Audrey and Andrew. Thanks - Norma McCord. mccomp@skyweb.ca
  Posted 2007-08-17
  
  

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• Hi my name is Mollie Smale nee Wright nee Hughes of Whyalla South Australia I would like to contact any relies or friends from Bordesley Green. I married Frank Wright of Alum Rock in the early 50's and left England 1967. I can remember cousins Brenda, Donald and Roland Neale and cousins June and John Hughes and Carol Hughes [or Farren] I also have a sister Jennifer Anne Robinson and 2 brothers Michael and Clive Hughes, Michael married Jill? Clive married Shirley ? Friends Julie Watts, June Griggs, June Holden, Lesley Smith, Roy Storey and a large family called Bates, June and Hazel in particular. Love to hear from any of you. Mollie mollie7@optusnet.com.au
  Posted 2007-02-20
  
  

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• We met Bill & Adrienne(and can't remember their surname) in St Clair, France in the summer, 2006 we would love to respond to the Christmas card they sent us but have mislaid their full address. We know they live on Lancaster Drive, East Grinstead but not sure which number, can anyone help? Was thinking of taking a chance with the old Royal Mail and just posting a badly addressed letter then I came across this website so hopefully someone can help. Please email us with any information. thebaileys@orange.fr
  Posted 2006-12-29
  
  

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• WW2 Canadian Troops in Southern England I would be very interested to hear from anyone with information about the Canadian troops stationed in Tylehurst Farm (then owned by Colonel Charles Needham, Life Guards), near Forest Row, Sussex, UK during the Second World War (particularly those who were there around Christmas time in 1943). Perhaps you know the Gatton family… Edgar James (Joe) Gatton, Gertrude Mabel Gatton (nee Pratt), Eileen Gatton? The head gardener at the time was called Mr. Kneller. Other people in the area at that time are the Hambro children (Jocelyn Hambro, Anthony Hambro, Simon Hambro); Mr. Moses Pannett (Kenchington Stores); the Clark and Simmond family at South Park Cottages and the Spring family at Mudbrooks Farm. I believe that the main regiment stationed in Forest Row at that time was the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps (RCASC), whilst The Queen's Canadian Own Rifle Brigade were close by in Ashdown Forest and Pippingford Park. If anyone has any information then please contact me. aharwood@metronet.co.uk
  Posted 2006-12-10
  
  

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• To my knowledge i have an elder brother and sister living in East Grinstead since my father divorced his first wife, Louise Whitnall. I have never seen them due a lack of communication between my dad and his first wife since their divorce over twenty years ago. All i know about them is their names: Edward Hartnoll who is in his mid-20's with a daughter called Chelsea and my sister Rebecca Hartnoll also in her mid-20's. I am trying to locate them and im having no luck elsewhere, so i was wondering if you could point me in the right direction. jameshartnoll1@hotmail.com
  Posted 2006-12-04
  
  

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• My name is Angelica Dahlo, but I was called Angie when I lived in east grinstead, I'm seeking people from my class in escots and people I hung out with around 93-94... I lived with my mum who studied at Tobias School of Art & Therapy. Can't really remember where I lived, but it was near a pub =) and in walking distance of main street.. we have also lived in a house a little further from the town centre but near my mothers school, it was white with the number 55 on it and had a great garden, and we had a birthday party there with cheese and olives, in case anyone who went there remembers that. I can't remember all of the names, but here are some, ellie, darren and sam.. not sure if these are right tho :) So if anyone recognizes this, please email me, I'd love to hear from you all again! angelinheaven2@hotmail.com
  Posted 2006-11-20
  
  

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• We are desperately looking for Liz Somers-Smith. We served in the WRAF at HQBFG Rheindahlen together in the early sixties. On leaving the WRAF she went to Australia, we last heard from her when she visited us in 1975. We know she was in Alice Springs in 1973. She has a twin sister and we know they lived in East Grinstead. Perhaps her family could help us, we have tried everything we can think of to find her. Her friends in America and Australia are also looking for her. veekreed@aol.com
  Posted 2006-09-28
  
  

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• My Mother stayed in East Grinstead in 1940 with her uncle, J F Lowe jewellers, 1 Station Rd, The Clock House. He continued in business untill arround 1952 any info would be appreciated, ie first names,name of spouse,or children if any? Kind Regards Eddie Gibbons please reply to Email: egibbons21@hotmail.com
  Posted 2006-08-20
  
  

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• Hello, my name is Tim Cottingham. I am resarching my family and have a John Cottingham marrying a Martha Worsley in East Grinstead in 1877. They had as far as i know 2 children Anne L and Laura P and were living in Lindfield Surrey in 1881 and 1891. I cannot seem to find where in East Grinstead they married, has anyone come across this couple? if so please contact me at sharon4tim@myplace.net.au
  Posted 2006-06-10
  
  

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• I’ve been trying to locate Julie Stevenson, who lived in East Grinstead in the eighties and was a teacher for the BCLE Language school, which now no longer exists. I can’t remember her husband’s last name, but I know she was also a teacher at a local primary school. Has anyone got any information for me? I would love to get in contact with her again. Greet Walschap E-mail: greet.walschap@vclb-koepel.be
  Posted 2006-06-08
  
  

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• BETO - Jane Bone has just accidentally found your advert, almost 4 years later! Where are you? Please contact me with your new e-mail address. jane.bone@btinternet.com
  Posted 2006-04-27
  
  

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• Carey-Jane Strudwick and I were together at Imberhorne school and I went back to Zambia. We lost touch after a while. It would be nice to hear from her and indeed anyone who remembers the five Nkwanga children - Clare, Peter, Catherine, Paul and Stella - that lived on Grosvenor Road and attended both Imberhorne Schools in Windmill and Imberhorne Lane! cmnjolly@yahoo.co.uk
  Posted 2005-09-21
  
  

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• EMILY-JANE STEVENS i am trying to get in touch with my old school friend EMILY-JANE STEVENS, i havent seen her for 16 years and the last i heard she had moved back to East Grinstead. Thanks, Rayna. queenrayna@hotmail.com
  Posted 2005-09-15
  
  

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• I went to the EG Grammar School. During the latter war years until 1947 and would dearly love to hear news of my old classmates and others from those days. My name is David Huxley and I finished up in 5B, We were quite a small class after the war as many of my contemporaries had moved back to London. I would like to hear of/from Bill Bax (father was projectionist at Radio Centre), Joihn Grey, Peter Lawrence, Gillian Silvester, John Walker, "Bunny" Austin and Josephine Barlow - and any others who remember me.

  I lived in Copthorne From 1936 to 1954 and used to travel on the 424 bus in morning and the 434 bus home. Among the staff in thoise days were Mr. and Mrs Sandall, Mr. Slatter, Mr. Bain. Miss Broadway and Miss Edwards. I have moved around since leaving East Grinstead area and now live in Birmingham but have lived and worked in Cambridge, Stevenage, Ipswich and Holland before settling in the Midlands. I look back on my schooldays as being very happy ones and the EG Grammar School was a great place to be educated

  David Huxley davideuna@msn.com
  Posted 2005-09-02
  
  

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• Five crazy girls dancing to Mowtown tunes in The Thatched Tavern , East Wittering on Saturday 13th August 2005 - dragged five poor unsuspected lads up to dance and take over the pub with wild arm flailing. You stayed at a caravan at Scotts Farm. You all work together at a telecoms company in East Grinstead - Lisa, Alisa, Shelly, Kerry and ? You have at least five dogs, two horses and a selection of rodents. Intended to get a contact number for possible future exhibitionist dancing opportunities. If you spot this, or can identify the individuals described here, please drop me a line sunege@hotmail.com
  Posted 2005-08-17
  
  

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• I’m looking for school and social friends from the early sixties. The name is John Grinham and I lived in Lingfield Road from my birth in 1947 until getting married in 1970, then moving to Weston super Mare. Really I want to contact any friends from that period who might read this so as to chat and see how things have worked out for us all since those days. BTW I am still riding motorcycles; you can’t give up everything from your youth! jrgrinham@btinternet.com
  Posted 2005-08-11
  
  

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• All my family were born in the EG area, but I am trying to trace a Terrence Wood Son of Percy wood and Evelyn Wood, he is my long lost cousin and was last heard of living in the Lingfield, Dormansland area. Any info would be appreciated. Dianna Hunt diannee20032001@yahoo.co.uk
  Posted 2005-08-10
  
  

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• My name is BRIAN CURRAN. I am trying to contact a DIANA MALTON and a CLAIRE WATSON who both attended East Grinstead Grammar in 1956-1958. Diana lived with her family on the premises of Worth Priory nr. Turners Hill as I did. Thankyou. brianwidd1@yahoo.com.au
  Posted 2005-08-05
  
  

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• Paul Trigwell. I left East Grinstead in about 1972 after many happy year's at Imberhorne. Moved to Eastbourne where I now have a factory making UPVC window's. Spend maybe six month's of the year living in La Manga in Spain. Would like to catch up with many old friend's that played for Leftovers sport's club :) paul@inmopuerto.com
  Posted 2005-07-14
  
  

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• Tingley - Muggeridge? I was adopted in 1967 my mother is Winifred Ann Tingley born 1949 in broadbridge heath horsham sussex. I believe she married a David Muggeridge in Dec 1967. Please get in touch if you know their whereabouts or other family members, thankyou nicola.dix@virgin.net
  Posted 2005-05-01
  
  

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• My name is Sabina Hoepfl , (maiden name was Patel) and in 1984 I moved from Copthorne to Florida, USA with my family. Sadly, I have lost touch with many of my old Imberhorne School friends and would love to get back in touch with them. Debbie Field, Amanda Street, Paul and Claire Grufferty, Karen Steven, Zoe Sutton - if any of you are out there, I'd love to hear what's going on in your world. Please contact me in Lake Worth, Florida! bratwoman67@msn.com
  Posted 2005-02-09
  
  

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• I am seeking information about the Grinstead family, my name is Dennis Grinstead and I know that my family came from East Grinstead England in the 1800's. My great, great grandfather's name was Henry Lee Grinstead. Please contact me at uscgaux53@msn.com
  Posted 2005-01-30
  
  

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• I live in Toronto Canada and I'm trying to track down a distant cousin. Her name is Abigail (can't remember the last name off hand). She would be in her late 20's, has a sister named Claire and their mother's name is Jane. Lost touch in the late 80's-early 90's. Would love to get reacquainted. If anyone can help please contact me. Thank you! adriennemann29@hotmail.com
  Posted 2004-11-26
  
  

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• Robinson Family "Mary Kirby married Robert Robinson the King's gardener at Kew in 1744. She died and he remarried again to Mrs. Moses (Moyses?); her daughter was married to Lord Bradford." This was an entry in LDS files; could this Robert be connected with William R. of Gravety? please contact Liz in Vancouver liza2003@telus.net
  Posted 2004-10-04
  
  

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• Hi my name is trevor I am looking into family history, my mother asked me to look for a cousion of hers the only name she remebers was PAT she can not remeber last name she remebers she marrried a indian doctor and moved abroad Canadar/U.S.A..Mothers name MARGRET and she had 2 sisters&1 bother thair names were BARBRA& BRENDA&PETER THORPE. Peter died April 1961 in a motor bike acciedent.They lived at 46 Copyhold Road.Farthers Name was Robert Thorpe HelenServices@aol.com
  Posted 2004-10-04
  
  

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• I am seeking Jane Cuthbert, -Fiona, Sarah & Andrew. Myself (Becca) and my older sister, Sarah were exchange students with you in the early '80's - and our mother Myrna Watkins was one of the original organizers of the trip with Jane... (from Jamesville-Dewitt High School in the US) We would all love to get back in touch with you! ~Becca (Watkins) We look forward to hearing from you. Kent peregrine@hvc.rr.com
  Posted 2004-10-04
  
  

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• I am looking for Alexander Edward Munro, born 28th April 1974. my name is Alison Price, he's my half brother who we have lost contact with since emigrating to australia in the 1990's. Alex is an accountant now, played cricket for dorking, went to licencees and vichelors in Ascott. please i'm desperate to find him, it's really important. if anyone can help please contact me thankyou!!!!! afraidofamerica@hotmail.com
  Posted 2004-10-04
  
  

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• Sian Townsend now Sian Gallagher Hello there, This message will I am sure be out of the ordinary but I have just learned that a cousin of mine I last saw 32 years ago may live in East Grinstead. I was wondering if the Chamber has any process for locating or contacting with local people. I will not ask that you supply me with any information about anyone and I realize the freedom of rights could be broken if I asked so I simply ask that if there is a Gallagher family living in East Grinstead and a women by the Name of Sian is married into that family you give them my e mail address, or my telephone # or my snail mail address so they can choose to connect or not.. Sian Townsend now Sian Gallagher is my first cousin and I last saw her when I joined the Army 32 years ago. I now live in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada and am searching for family.. Sian’s dad recently passed away and she should know, no contact required but would like to connect if she is willing and able.. Jim Patterson-Brewin 7045 Con-Ada Rd Brentwood Bay, BC. Canada, V8M-1E7 250-652-7185. Thank you for any help or assistance you could offer.. An ex British Paratrooper.. Cheers, Jim, Ann and Jonathan. Brentwood Bay, B.C. japatterson@shawcable.com
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• Tony Dufour ex British Airways. Last known address Lancaster Drive, East Grinstead. Love is not love which alters when it alteration finds. jenny.richards2@virgin.net
  Posted 2004-09-04
  
  

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• I am searching for all descendants of the DUFFIELD's listed in the E. Grinstead Parish Birth Registers (1597-1813). Need genealogies, histories, GEDCOM files of lineages, etc. Contact Keith Duffield. keith.j.duffield@sdc-dsc.gc.ca
  Posted 2004-08-04
  
  

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• I am searching for Peter Hunter of east grinstead, who was published in the Maple Leaf Army in Britain 2003. Re: Boyhood friendship with Lance Corporal Lorne Marr of the Argyll & Southerland Highlanders of Canada. Nephew of Lorne seeking contact to share information. anyone who could help locate Peter please feel free to contact me. gwilkinson@goodfellowinc.com
  Posted 2004-08-04
  
  

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• Seeking all information and photographs of the Union Workhouse East Grinstead. Where an ancestor by the name of MURRELL was born in 1868 plus any other potentially related information regarding the Murrell family of West Hoathly. For those with an interest, known details of my Murrell ancestors can be found on my web page www.ljkennedy.freeserve.co.uk. Any information greatly appreciated. please reply to: Kennedyskave@hotmail.com
  Posted 2004-08-04
  
  

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• My name is Gayle Turner (nee Grinstead) and I am doing some research on family (like everyone else) , my grandmother Elsie Grinstead (nee Clough) always talked about her brother Sidney Clough who was some how involved with the hospital that was used to treat burn patients as a result of the war. Would it be possible to find out if in fact this family "history" is accurate. I appreciate any help you could pass along. Thanks very much Gayle Turner gturner1217@rogers.com
  Posted 2004-07-23
  
  

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• During the early years of WW2 I lived in East Grinstead in Copse Close off Holtye Rd. Friends that I would like to contact are Kathleen Woods, Winny Finch, Dennis Mc carthy, Beryl O'Donovan Gladys Mace . Any one know them? Roni In Victoria BC Canada. ronifrey@shaw.ca
  Posted 2004-07-16
  
  

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• I am tracing my family tree and have found some relatives that lived in Frogsmote East Grinstead with the name of Blackstone. Wold you be able to give me any information. Or point me in the right direction. Thanking you Karen Simmons ( Blackstone) simfam@tiscali.co.uk
  Posted 2004-06-16
  
  

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• Hi, I left E.G in 1958. I got married in '59, came to Australia '65.I went to Sackville Secondary School. I would like to get in touch with Betty Fuller, Doris Worth,Olive Parsons(use to work at The Chocolate Box) Ida Brooker. I cannot trace them as, if they married they would have changed there name.I am coming over for a holiday 17th June 04 to 10th July, and will be down to visit E.G for a few days. Will big changes I expect in 46 yrs. I lived at 100 Queens Rd. My maiden name was Parker. Would love to here from anyone who remembers me. Regards Margaret Mortiss bri-mar@westnet.com.au
  Posted 2004-06-08
  
  

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• I'm trying to find out about my late father's back ground.I know he was born in East Grinstead in 1908.The home his parents were living in and I believe that is where he was born was called "The Highway Inn" .We believe his father worked for the National trust or something similar and was living in and working on the building at the time of dad's birth.I also believe my grandfather was a carpenter /roof thatcher.My fathers name was Thomas Charles Lower,he migrated to Australia about mid to late1920's. I would be grateful if any person could give me any information on the family. My name is Phyllis Kennedy...nee Lower Hoping to hear from any one Thankyou Phyllis My email address is mapakennedy@bigpond.com.au
  Posted 2004-06-06
  
  

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• My Great Grandparents were Edward and Elizabeth Payne nee Young. Edward was born c.1814 in E.Grinstead and Elizabeth was born c.1813 in Horne. Do they appear in your family tree? Sharonkalsi20@aol.com
  Posted 2004-05-23
  
  

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• My name is George Stevens and I live in Queensland Australia , I have just been browsing through your web site and though I would see if you could help me with my Family Tree . My Grand Father was born in East Grinstead on the 19th April 1899 East Grinstead Sussex . What I am chasing is a copy of his full Birth Certificate and any other information that you may be able to assist with. His full name was GEORGE GOODMAN STEVENS and his fathers name was James William Stevens. I do not mind paying for any information but Iam not sure how to. I can pay by Australian visa card for a Birth certificate or anything else ,maybe information from some sought of census in the area I just do know how to obtain. Hope to hear from you soon Cheers George kgbaus@bigpond.net.au
  Posted 2004-05-17
  
  

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• I am seeking details of the ancestors of my father, George Etherington. He was married on the 4th of June, 1912 in the parish church East Grinstead to my mother, Charlotte Mason, which makes me think he was from that area. The only documentation I have is a copy of the marriage certificate. On that his age is stated as 26, and his address as 46 Cantelupe Road, East Grinstead. Dorothy Bell (nee Etherington) Loftus, N.S.W. kevlbell@ozemail.com.au
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• we are searching for a brother who was adopted in 1955.Named John Ridpath,born on 10th May same year.believed to have moved to Manor road in e,grinstead,married to a lady named Jane.if anyone has any info of them please could they contact me davemon@hilda82.fsnet.co.uk
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• I am looking for a man who was born 16/1/1971 His name is David, unknown surname. His father owned or still owns a building firm or contracters back in 1971 in East grinstead. I know David has at least one sister that I think is older than him. If anyony has any information on this person could you please contact topaz_230@hotmail.com.
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• Lost family! am researching my mother's side of the family. Her name was Hilda Westgate, she married my father James Mumford in WWII then moved to Canada. Her mother was Elizabeth( Betsy) Westgate (Phillips) who live at 26 Woodlands Rd Stone Quarry Estate East Grinstead Sussex England for as long as I can remember. Mom had 2 brothers, Fred & Ron, and a Sister Win. Aunt Win Had a son Andrew and a daughter Audrey. Uncle Fred has I think 4 children the youngest being Michael Westgate I think my grandfather's name was Albert as he was known as Bert he had at least one brother George. Any little bit of info would be of great help. mccomp@skyweb.ca
  Posted 2004-02-19
  
  

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• looking for lesley robertson lived in east grinstead,worked in usa as nanny 64-65 returned to e.g. then went to south africa 70-71 she had one brother,lesley would be 57-58 now we were best friends while working in the states and would love to catch up with her, i am now living in australia,anyone help pam(bell)rose. jprose@acenet.net.au
  Posted 2004-02-16
  
  

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• Searching for any brothers and sisters of Shirley Fowle, adopted by Sussanah and Athelstan Bawtree in 1938,in Surrey. If you have and information please contact : rosiepeck@aol.com
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• Anyone know of the whereabouts of a Lynn McKilroy ( maiden name ), went to college in Bournemouth in 1986. Was a keen dancer, lived in East Grinstead / Gatwick area. May have gone to Canada. Chris Hooper is seeking, went to college with her in 1986. Chris is now living back in the UK Please email ChrisHsogb@aol.com
  Posted 2004-01-29
  
  

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• I am a descendant of Thomas Kidder and wife, Martha Nova Scotia)Mi'kmaq -2 sons- Benjamin and Jean Baptiste-came to the New World sometime near 1754 with 2 brothers. Thomas may have been a British Loyalist. MariaTwoHeart@aol.com
  Posted 2004-01-11
  
  

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• My name is Victor Allison and the grandchildren are asking questions, please can anyonne help. Does anyone remember the dates of the evacuation to Llanddewi Brevi? The route would be a considerable bonus if possible.Thanks. E mail to tanti@blueyonder.co.uk
  Posted 2004-01-10
  
  

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• I'm researching the Cobby family of Sussex 1800-1900. If anyone has any information it would be gratefully received. Kim k.lobster.king@freeuk.com
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• I am looking for Mr. Ian Gibbs who worked in the UK Civil Aviation Administration and whose previous address was 40 Woostock, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 IPJ and his phone number was 860-591875. I lost contact with him years ago at a moment in which he was ill and I wish to receive news about his welfare. This query comes from Montreal, Canada, Thank you. Maya Khankhoje. mayak@sprint.ca
  Posted 2003-12-06
  
  

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• My name is Carol Sargent, E.G. was my childhood home. I went to Blackwell and Sackville Schools and used to live on Dallaway Gardens. I am almost 45yrs and went to Sackville in the early 70`s.I now live in British Columbia Canada. I still have strong ties to E.G. and would love to hear from anyone who knew me long ago. csargent@shaw.ca
  Posted 2003-12-06
  
  

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• Hello, I am Dave Gibbons ex student EG Sec School until 1942, now aged 77 Yrs. Would like to contact anyone tochat about present and past. Home was Nutley. Many thanks, Dave. davgib@pcug.org.au
  Posted 2003-12-04
  
  

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• I am Rev. John Mason Neale's great-great niece, I think. My great-grandmother, Diana Neale Grabham, I believe, was his niece. Her daughter, Stella Diana Grabham Taylor was my grandmother on my mother's side. Could you send me more information on him, please. My email is: valerieg@istar.ca. My name is Valerie Elaine Lang Guenther, daughter of Sonia Elaine Taylor Lang. Thank you. valerieg@istar.ca
  Posted 2003-12-04
  
  

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• NZ family looking for a Joan (Joanne) Redding. Last known address taken from Christmas card is Pine Way Close, East Grinstead, RH19 4SR Contact in UK Mrs Fraser on mobile 07793 919419. Many thanks Shirley We have a previous address to that as well which is also in Grinstead. Hope someone can help. sisepi_fraser@hotmail.com
  Posted 2003-12-01
  
  

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• Looking for Annie-Marie Henderson. At St Hill in the early 60's, I think she may have gone back to the USA and it would be nice to get in touch again. I think she used to be friends with David Gaiman. If anyone knows of her or where she may be please e-mail me. Thanks. ida_champ@yahoo.co.uk
  Posted 2003-10-28
  
  

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• My name is Louise Michelle Fallon-McDowell. I am looking for my biological father: Ken Taylor who was a resident of East Grinstead around 1964. He was an architect and had work in Tonbridge where he met my mother Rita Fallon. I know he was separated from his wife for a period of time but went back to her and his two daughters and son. Please contact me with information. Ken would be 80 today, time is running out! micheleorion@hotmail.com
  Posted 2003-10-20
  
  

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• Judith Watts ex pupil of St Agnes & St Michaels East Grinstead 1957 -59 Hi I'm now living in New Zealand and would love to hear from anyone who was at school with me. Contact address:- P.O. Box 4115 New Plymouth New Zealand. e mail ajjones@watchdog.net.nz
  Posted 2003-09-27
  
  

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• Hallo, my name is Jiri and I am looking for my English teacher called Christine – she was teaching me English for years 95-96 in E.G. College and all I remember now is she lives near cemetery and is married for vicar. She must be well known in E.G. for there cannot be so many vicars there. Can You help, please??? Anything – phone number, email, websites…..just anything. Thank You. jiri.janda@marwi.cz
  Posted 2003-09-04
  
  

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• Hi There I am emailing you from oz I lived in E.G til '58 I am trying to track down some school friends. Have put my name down in Sackville school and friends united,also this site. I was wondering if you could let me now the local newspapers e-mail address,as there are few friends I would like to find and being girls it's hard to find them.I thought a note in the paper might find them as not everybody has a computer. hoping you can help me. Regards Margaret Mortiss P.S loved the site brought a lot of memories back. mortiss@nwc.net.au
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• Hi all, this message is a search for two people actually. Firstly, I am looking for Paul Cook, whom I stayed with for a couple of days back in March of 1993 while part of a junior rugby tour from Duncan, BC, Canada. He was my host/billet, and he and his family were very accomodating, and I'd like to get in touch with him again. He'd be about 28/29 yrs old by now, and I believe he used to live on Merlin Way (?). Secondly, I am searching for a gentleman named Paul, whom I have actually never met. I have unfortunately forgotten his name, but he responded to my first post about 3-4 years ago (for the previously mentioned fellow), with regards to supplying a place to stay for my wife and I while I explored beautiful EG and the surrounding regions. I have thought of him frequently since that time, surprised and delighted that he would extend such a generous invitation to a complete stranger, and would like to be in contact with him again. Cheers, Bricklen bricklen@shaw.ca
  Posted 2003-08-02
  
  

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• I would like to contact Tina Cunnigham who was at East Grinstead Grammar School form 3B in 1954/55. I believe she may have lived in Forest Row or similar as I remember her travelling on the No92 bus. I believe she was a friend of Margaret Francis and Josephine Baker Jeremy Bennett, 38 La Veta Avenue, Mt Albert, Auckland, New Zealand. Tel: **64 9 8463 519 Fax: **64 9 444 5222 js.bennett@xtra.co.nz
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• Darlene Pyper I lived in East Grinstead in the early 80's and attended Sackville. I'd love to hear from anybody who remembers me. dar_mullins@hotmail.com
  Posted 2003-06-22
  
  

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• Hello My husband is interested in the history of the house, near Saint Hill, which is called "Greenhill". We know that it has been a church earlier. What is the history of that house? Who owned it this century? When was it built? Who owned it in the 50´s and 60´s and who lived there? Thanks! Your help is apreciated. Mail to: ailahautala@hotmail.com
  Posted 2003-05-26
  
  

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• I'm in desperate need for information about Forest Row in both the World Wars, what the village was like and how the war effected it, for instance I heard there was a military hospital. Any information would be grateful.Please email me at haz_7@hotmail.com
  Posted 2003-05-24
  
  

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• BAKER, Robinson Henry, aged 24 years, married Matilda Jane DIMMICK, aged 22 years, on 26.2.1876, in Caterham, Surrey. Witnesses to marriage: Elizabeth Edwards, and Richard Lovland. The had children that I know of, Charles, born 1877, Harry ( my grandfather) born 1878, and Ethel, born 1880.Harry came to New Zealand. Any info from U.K. appreciated Bill Carter billnmax@clear.net.nz
  Posted 2003-05-20
  
  

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• Seeking WILLIAM MICHAEL PANKHURST. I am searching for father. My name is Lynn Lindgren. (Nee Pankhurst). I would love any information about my father or any of his relations. Thank You. Contact me at: LastMinute87@aol.com
  Posted 2003-05-20
  
  

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• Seeking Lynn McKilroy (maiden name). Lived in East Grinstead, at college in Bournemouth mid eighties. Chris Hooper friend from Bournemouth seeking to trace Lynn. cjhooper@clear.net.nz. She spent time in Canada early nineties. Was a keen dancer. Can anyone help ?? cjhooper@clear.net.nz
  Posted 2003-05-10
  
  

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• I am looking for Frances Elaine Armstrong Living in East Grinstead in the 60's & 70's.Anyone knowing her whereabouts please contact Bruce A. Ellis at Calgary, Alberta, Canada or Phone:(403)253-8851. Thankyou. -- Kindest Regards, ellisbruce8@netscape.net
  Posted 2003-05-06
  
  

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• Researching my family history for George Mitchell who was the station master at East Grinstead between 1873 and to his retirement in 1903. Does anyone have any information or photographs?Prior to this he was station master at Berwick Sussex between 1864 and 1873. rex@homeuk52.freeserve.co.uk
  Posted 2003-05-05
  
  

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• Looking for the PHILLIPS FAMILY from "the SCARLETTS," COWDEN My mum was an au pair with the family in 1958, looking after 4 children, Winnifred, Susan, Timothy and Bearnie. Mrs Diana Phillips is believed to have moved to Germany. If anyone know of their whereabouts, please contact hikdahlstrom@yahoo.co.uk
  Posted 2003-04-28
  
  

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• Ethel,Harley,Constance,Randolph and Iris WEAVER were the children of Ralph Mathias & Sophia(CROOK) WEAVER. Ralph was a bicycle manufacturer in Wolverhampton in late 1800's. The above children were born between 1800 & 1900 in that order. Harley came to US and had 5children. If any of these names are familiar, PLEASE contact me at simplytreadles@yahoo.com
  Posted 2003-02-28
  
  

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• COX family history. I am trying to find information relating to the parents of Robert Cox who was born in 1841. I know he was living in West Hoathly in 1881 at Selsfield Common and was married to Fanny BIGGS. They had 7 children that I know of at that time and he would have been my great grand-father. Also any info on the parents of Fanny Biggs. Any info would be appreciated, also any info on churches or graveyards that are around that area where they may have been buried. Canham62@aol.com
  Posted 2003-02-23
  
  

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• Moira Brown owned a Kennels in Ashurst Wood in early 60's, moved to Brighton and owned an Antiques business in mid 70's before moving to I believe the Midlands area in 80's. Her best friend was my mother Catherine Barrington who lived at ' Barton House' Ashurst Wood, Forest Row (then married to Barry Barrington (Artist) and later seperated and lived at 'Carriages Cottages' in Lindfield and worked as a ground hostess for BOAC at Gatwick until her sudden passing in 1970. Would love to hear from anyone who knew of them. Also does anyone recall a Primary School in East Grintead/Forest Row area called 'Ten Acres' who went there in early to mid sixties? Please email me. Fiona_barrington@yahoo.co.uk
  Posted 2003-02-23
  
  

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• Old Feather. Two ancient former pupils of East Grinstead County School, Windmill Lane, Dave Gibbons (ex Nutley) and Joe Harris (ex Colemans Hatch) both long resident in Australia, but who have only very recently regained contact for the first time since army days in 1946, would like to hear from any Old Feathers of their era (1937-1942) who remember them. We are concerned that very few former pupils of those days are registered with the Friends Reunited Website. Surely we are not the only survivors. Think about it and Go to it! Dave can be contacted on darogi@pcug.org.au and Joe at Pavilion_end@hotmail.com
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• My name is David R Gibbons, born 1926, lived in Nutley. I was a pupil at the East Grinstead County School in Windmill Lane until end of summer term in 1942 and am interested to know if there is a Society for Old Boys, still in existence and/or would be pleased to contact anyone in that year. I have been in Australia since 1963 and for most of that time in Canberra,the capital city. Worked at the university in research physics until early retirement some twenty years ago. Am active in amateur radio, call sign is VK1GD and a member of the Royal Signals Amateur Radio Society, based in UK. darogi@pcug.org.au
  Posted 2003-02-23
  
  

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• From Research I have just completed in the PRO Kew Surrey, it appears my great grandfather Percy Hill Died on 18 November 1939 at Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead, his address at the time of his death was 25, Beech Field, Ashurst woods, East Grimstead. If any of your residents can add to my research, or if by any chance I have relatives I do not know about, I would be more than happy to hear from them. James.OToole@oceanfree.net
  Posted 2003-02-17
  
  

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• I would be very interested if anyone new a james buckland, he used to live in Ashurstwood. He was known as Jim, he used to work in Edenbridge for Maidstone & District as a bus driver. Sadly he died in 1982. If there is anyone who is related to him or new of him, & what his personality was like, i would be very interested to know. Please email me with any information. mrbrackenbury@tesco.net
  Posted 2003-01-17
  
  

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• I have lost contact with the following people and would love to find them: Romi Holland: former keyboard player for THE VITABEATS Karl Webster of Randwick Rueben Khwaly of Sydney Any information would be greatly appreciated. stevebluestein@adelphia.net
  Posted 2003-01-08
  
  

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• Desperately Seeking an old friend Kristen Clutterbuck who moved to East Grinstead with her husband Christopher in about 1981/82. Any news of their whereabouts would be welcome. Thanks. jondalrymple@mac.com
  Posted 2003-01-04
  
  

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• I am interested in the Longhurst family who came to the West Hoathly/East Grinstead area in the early 1800s, and would be pleased to hear from any of their descendants jasondcyoung@ntlworld.com
  Posted 2002-12-30
  
  

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• Looking for any persons by the name of Dart or Aird family in East Grinstead or London . Family is looking for them from Canada.Please respond if you have any info. Thanks : A Relative..... mrspenny69@hotmail.com
  Posted 2002-12-08
  
  

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• I am trying to find my family tree and my great grandfather was a henry charles braban born 1878 married a elizabeth ann braban 1878 lived in the hollington area sussex,any info really welcome Devonsug@aol.com
  Posted 2002-11-28
  
  

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• Hello.. I used to live in Copthorne and attended Imberhorne County Secondary from 1959 to 1963. I am trying to find old friends who used to hang out at the "top of the town" and the Sackville Youth Club. I moved to Canada in 1967 and have been back to E.G a few times since. I am looking for people who were the "Rockers" (although we preferred the term "motorcycle enthusiasts") of the early 60's such as John Parkes, Andy Goodhind, John Grinham, Simon Armstrong, "Thick", and others who recall our many hours in "Fortes" cafe and other hang outs like the "Rose & Crown". One friend (John Howis) died in a traffic accident 10 years ago but anyone who knew him would likely know me and I would appreciate any contact. Any info I have found regarding Imberhorne School bears no resemblance to the school I knew...has the place been torn down and re-built?? Any contact would be appreciated, and no tid-bit of info is too trivial. Have a great day Martin (Dog-end) Dodson m&mdodson@accesscomm.ca
  Posted 2002-11-19
  
  

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• Dear Sir, I am trying to trace an old friend of mine who I have lost touch with after coming out to West Australia in 1956, we used to belong to the East Grinstead motorcycle club.His name is Kieth Card, and his wife Janet At the time they were living in Ashurst wood , if through the medium of your paper you could find him it would be appreciated, my name and address is:- Gordon Le-Cocq, 46 Riverglades Resort, 601 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah, West Australia 6120, yours sincerely, Gordon Le-Cocq. hilgor@bigpond.com
  Posted 2002-11-15
  
  

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• Hello, I am seeking my half-sister, the daughter of my father's first wife. She ws born Eileen Blyth about 1926. Her mother was Emily Ada Blyth nee Wright and she was the daughter of George Albert Wright, Marine Store dealer of East Grinstead. My father, Harry Robert Blyth, married her mother at the Parish Church of East Grinstead on 26th December 1925. I would sincerely like to contact her or any of her descendants. I believe her married name was O'Rourke. Can anyone help. Please contact Harry Porten at hporten@xtra.co.nz
  Posted 2002-11-01
  
  

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• seeking any info on the Holdway family who lived in Worth Sussex between 1840 - 1900 see website www.holdway.me.uk for more info Marten Holdway m.holdway@hg22.btclick.com
  Posted 2002-10-29
  
  

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• BETO is looking for a friend called JANE BONE. We live around Lewes, Uckfield ,betewen 1990 / 1995. Her father and mother are living in CRAWLEY. sevensound@netcabo.pt
  Posted 2002-09-29
  
  

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• Alan Baily (ex City of London PC 521) Soul mate of ten years. Lost contact for 5 yrs. please somebody please let me know he is OK. Sharon Fisher shazfish84@hotmail.com
  Posted 2002-09-29
  
  

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• Trying to contact ex St. Agnes & St. Michael Boarding School (East Grinstead) students from approx 1963 to 1971/72. 2 years after leaving the school I emmigrated to Australia and now live with husband and 3 children north of Sydney. Would love to catch up with any ex boarders. I was Caroline Farquharson-Roberts at school (now Coppins). Please email me. mcoppins@ozemail.com.au
  Posted 2002-09-29
  
  

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• I am looking for Darren Andrew Jackson , he used to live on Holtye Road, he served in Germany while he was in the Army. If anyone knows him, please get in touch with me, or forward my E-Mail adress. I would like to just say Hello again after all these years. Blueeyes30MS@aol.com
  Posted 2002-08-17
  
  

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• Has anyone any information on Langdridge, Divall Undertakers who it is believed traded in the East Grinstead / Hartfield area circa 1910. John Divall john.divall@virgin.net
  Posted 2002-08-17
  
  

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• Hello I am looking for a family from East Grinstead but I unfortunately do not have a surname. My mother was a witness at the wedding of Peter & Barbara in approximately 1956/7 if it was in East Grinstead or possibly 1954/5 if it was in New Zealand. I have a photo of three children which is dedicated to Aunty Margaret (my mother) from Norah, Martin & Katy dated christmas 1960. I know it is a long shot but I desperately want to hear about any family with parents and children with these names who live or lived in East Grinstead until at least 1970. chris-banacek@lineone.net
  Posted 2002-08-17
  
  

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• tingley family history please contact me about any family history on the above family. Kim Hurley kimhurley1992@tiscali.co.uk
  Posted 2002-08-17
  
  

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• John Lewis went to st georges house and Imberhorne school from 1960 until 1966 I then went into the merchant navy. Terrible memory but do remember some names Linda Stoner, Mike Gray, Roger Norgate, Bronwen Aldrich. anyone with any memeories john@theman7239.fsnet.co.uk
  Posted 2002-08-17
  
  

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• HELLO! Name is Dave Gibbons, ex student at EGCS Windmill Lane from 1937 to 1942. Looking for contacts with anyone who remembers me!! Home was at Nutley, now living Canberra, Australia.. PO Box 3, Hawker, A.C.T. 2614 darogi@pcug.aug.au
  Posted 2002-08-17
  
  

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• Greetings from New Zealand ! I am seeking information on the Marsh family who for many years lived in Delawar Gardens East Grinstead. I believe it was Florence and George Marsh and their children John and Eva, John later received a doctrate and went as a dean to Oxford college, I believe he was also very involved with Oxfam. Eva married just after the war and went to live in Canada. I know Mr and Mrs Marsh are buried in East Grinstead but do not know which cemetary, any information would be really appreciated, I am anxious to find the connection between them and my husbands parents, it would close a chapter in our family history. With good wishes Barbara Powell. b_e_powellnz@hotmail.com
  Posted 2002-06-23
  
  

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• Looking for any ROSER family at any year that may be related to a William ROSER born approximately 1802 married a Diana Wilson approximately 1828. Bright Blessings, Sandra PLAYLE, PO Box 669, Fremantle, Western Australia 6959 fedelman@hotmail.com
  Posted 2002-06-06
  
  

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• Looking for JOHN MICHAEL ELLIS AND NOREEN ELLIS (maiden name DAY). They were married in Felbridge in 1965. If you have any information please email me. Many Thanks - Linda Morris ldm90@yahoo.com
  Posted 2002-05-28
  
  

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• Would be pleased to hear from anyone with information on Marden family that lived at Baldwins Hill, East Grinstead approx. 1916. All I know at present is that a Mr G Marden lived there and he had a son H J G Marden who was killed in the first worl war. This information is for family tree purposes only. Christinemarden@lineone.net.
  Posted 2002-05-02
  
  

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• I would like to Catch up with Kathryn Roberts. Used to be involved with the Guides and Scouts. I met up with her when she came to Cub Camp with her friend Jenny. We then wrote letters for a time and somehow lost touch. I would love to hear from her and find out what she is up to now. Steve@podburys.co.uk
  Posted 2002-04-20
  
  

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• I am seeking information on David Fagg (think this is his surname), whose Mother is Patricia (Pat) Flowers, who was previously married to Jim Steele from Prestonpans. I think he is possibly about 33-35yrs old and was last known to be in Folkestone when he was a child. Please get in touch if you have any information no matter how trivial. Kind regards, William Steele, contact details see email, or alternatively please call me on 01875 615584. Thank you! william.steele@gecapital.com
  Posted 2002-04-18
  
  

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• I am after information about a building in east grinstead called Stildon, it is now a residential care home, but this old house has a history. Can you help? Valmcinerney@aol.com
  Posted 2002-03-25
  
  

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• HOATH Descendents. If your ancestry goes back to Thomas HOATH and Alice WILDISH [both born abt 1780] I would love to hear from you. I descend from their daughter Elizabeth and her son Thomas who emigrated to Australia in 1856. Elizabeth had a younger brother Obediah who married Susannah GIBB in East Grinstead in 1856, they then also emigrated with Elizabeth on the ship ‘Lightning’ in 1856. If you think you connect please email me. Cheers from Oz. Robin John BELL rjb@alphalink.com.au
  Posted 2002-03-01
  
  

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• Hi, my name is Trev and I am looking for family history and hope that someone may be able to help. The name I am looking for is Thorpe. I have been told that the name Greenaway has a connection to the family so I would like info about these as well. The one thing I have been told was that they owend a house in Greenacres before the industrial estate was built. HelenServices@aol.com
  Posted 2002-03-01
  
  

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• I am trying to locate Paul Winford Cooper & Hilda Cooper. Paul retired from the Navy and was in the Navy during WWII. He is formerly from Martinsville, Va. He has been living in Ireland. Would like to have his phone number and address. He has a wonderful family in Martinsville, Va that would love to hear from him. Thank you. Vista@kimbanet.com
  Posted 2002-03-01
  
  

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• Seeking info on Greenhedges Avenue before industrial estate was built and any info on two family names Thorpe/Greenaway believed to be related. Also can anyone shed any light on a incident that happend around 1920!s at a place called Cooks Pond in Dormans park involving a police officer breaking up an illegal fight. Phone Trev on 01903 750281 or please Email. HelenServices@aol.com
  Posted 2002-03-01
  
  

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• Anybody know Desmond Beney? Desmond born in Kokstad, South Africa, has a son Gary Beney. Thanks. Gary Green, Maui, Hawaii garygreenmaui@hotmail.com
  Posted 2002-01-14
  
  

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• My names Jonathan Ansley , and I'm trying to contact a Brian Smith originally from Copyhold Road. Brian is my mum's only brother and I need to contact him with news of my mum. Brian should now be in his early sixties, and was married to a lady called Doris. They have two children, Paul and Jane who should be in their thirties. Brian's last know address was Blackwell Farm Road, although I believe they may have moved away from East Grinstead, but are still in the area. jonathanansley@hotmail.com
  Posted 2002-01-03
  
  

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• I recently received a old postcard (1923) with a picture of Tenacre Wood cottage, which was the summer home of a distant cousin. The backside of the photo lists "Kamding(?) Photo, East Grinstead" - would anyone have knowledge of it. Sally Wolfe. salwolfe@bellsouth.net
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• A group us, Tom Hewson, Heidi Hewson and Erika Kasprovic, would all love to track down Caroline Fell. She was at Sackville from 85-88. tom@hewsons.net
  Posted 2001-11-12
  
  

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• I am trying to locate any ref to the Holdway family who lived in Worth Sussex in the early to mid 1800's my website is http://freespace.virgin.net/marten.holdway for any replys. marten.holdway@virgin.net
  Posted 2001-10-30
  
  

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• shall I compare thee to a summers day for thou are more fair and more lovely. looking for Julie Fowler whom I loved briefly back in the summer of 79 a first love for a 15 year old lad and one I have never forgot and I would love to find out how she is ,peace. len.bailey@ntlworld.com
  Posted 2001-10-18
  
  

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• My parents Cyril and Elsie Hillman, (nee Potter), were married on December 26th 1941 at Zion Chapel. They celebrate their Diamond Wedding Anniversary on Boxing Day this year. Does anyone remember them? or their best man Ernest White, and bridesmaid Cath Arkell? I would love to surprise them with some information. My mother's grandmother was Amy Burchett, she was born and lived most of her life in East Grinstead. My parents now live in Suffolk. Thank you for your help. Sylviamclean@aol.com
  Posted 2001-10-18
  
  

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• I live in New Zealand, and I am researching my family history. My great great grandfather was James Holman Heasman born 1811 East Grinstead and his wife was Eliza Gallard 1817 from West Hoathly. James parents were John and Martha Heasman (nee Baker) and Eliza's parents were William and Sarah Gallard (nee Taylor). William was from Ardingly and Sarah was from West Hoathly. Hoping that somebody might recognise these names. Thanks Ann (NZ) kevann@actrix.co.nz
  Posted 2001-10-16
  
  

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• Trying to contact TONY NEWARK who lived recently in East Grinstead. Please contact Ian Jessiman, urgently. ian@loughborough.co.uk
  Posted 2001-09-28
  
  

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• QUEEN VICTORIA HOSPITAL 'PINKIES' 1965/1966 Looking for "girls' that were 'pinkies', at the the queen vic. Most of us lived at ' warrenside', Especially looking for Brenda Green, from Brighton, Merial Parris, from Heathfield, several more, Mary Olive, Marjorie Hoddinot, and more. Would love to hear from any of you. I am now in New Zealand, married [2ndtime] with 3 sons and one grandson, one stepdaughter,and one stepgrandaughter! My surname then was Smitherman.[Dawn] did_hurst@hotmail.com
  Posted 2001-09-28
  
  

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• Crystal DeCloedt! We have been told that my daughter is living in Henfield, West Sussex. No one has been able to locate her. She has had no way of getting hold of me, as I no longer live in Portugal or Bournemouth. If there is some way of getting her my phone number and address, I would be very grateful.

  (Telephone Collect Charges)
  Robert Decloedt (father)
  Residence Address: 102 Epp Avenue Saskatoon, SK Canada S7N 4J5
  Resident Telephone 001 (306) 931-4795
  Residence E-Mail: r_decloedt@hotmail.com
  
  Office Address: 3311C Millar Avenue S7K 5Y5
  Office Telephone: 001 (306) 931-8805
  Office E-Mail: nwp@sk.sympatico.ca
  Best regards & gratefullness, Robert Decloedt r_decloedt@hotmail.com
  Posted 2001-08-12
  
  

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• Looking for any former pupils/students/teachers/housemistresses/employees of Charter Towers School in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, England, UK. Please join our free online club at http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/charterstowersschool normala_ashkar@yahoo.com
  Posted 2001-08-12
  
  

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• PHOENIX LAUNDRY: Do you remember this place? I am trying to locate "ROBERT WHITE" (BOB), he worked there late 1960's early 1970's, his clock number was 53, possible nickname, "CHALKY", his middle name was possibly "KEITH". We would appreciate any information regarding this person as we have important information for him, past or present colleagues, friends or relatives, anyone who knew him then or indeed knows him now. Please get in touch, thank you. nicola.lewis1@btinternet.com
  Posted 2001-08-09
  
  

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• Hi , I went to Sackville school between 1982 and 1984 , I am looking to contact the Dawson brothers , Glen and Andrew also Roger Binks. I am also looking for a web site that I have heard exists but do not know where it is , I've searched the obvious which gives details on all my old school pals of that time, please help saunders_paula@hotmail.com
  Posted 2001-08-01
  
  

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• I'm interested in finding out some historical information on the convent that was located where The Queen Victoria Hospital is now. My husband's grandmother lived there until she was a teenager. (Circa 1888-1906) Thank you for any direction you can give me. Laraine Smith Ontario, Canada laraine@mid.igs.net
  Posted 2001-07-30
  
  

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• I am doing some research into the history of a soldier, Thomas (Red) Cushing. He was from Carrick-on-Suir in Ireland, born 1909, and after a lifetime with the American and British army wrote a book called Soldier for Hire in 1962. He joined an army in 1926 and was still in the BA in 1962. In the book he talks of marrying an Irish nurse called NANGLE (sorry no first name given) and in 1962, when his book was published, his wife and 2 children (again, no names given in the book) were living in East Grinstead. Does anyone know the whereabouts of this family? crosseyc@yahoo.co.uk
  Posted 2001-07-26
  
  

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• PHOENIX LAUNDRY Do you remember this place? I am trying to locate "KEITH WHITE", who worked there around 1968-1970, clock number 53, possible nick-name, CHALKY! I have no idea whether Keith or any of his relatives are still in the area, but I would really appreciate any information from anyone who knew him then, or in deed knows him now. Thank you for your help!Please contact me on:07796183579 danny.millar@talk21.com
  Posted 2001-07-25
  
  

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• GRAMMAR PROJECT I am involved with the association that encompasses the intake of 1953, and indeed it is my task to attempt to trace ex pupils who belong to that class of East Grinstead County Grammar. During the last year I have been producing a Millennium Yearbook that I am issuing to the entire Class of 53. The 72 pages are devoted to the pupils written contributions concerning their memories of the school. I am now considering producing a much larger version covering the memories of all those who attended the school, NO MATTER WHAT YEAR I would like to know if you would be prepared to submit an article in due course, almost anything will be acceptable. especially photos that can be reproduced and returned. Tjhengist@hotmail.com
  Posted 2001-07-22
  
  

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• Hi, Myself and two old school friends are currently trying to organise a reunion for September this year of any members of our year group (1981 intake, 1986 O Levels 1988 A Levels) who attended Imberhorne School. Any help you can offer would be invaluable ( a listing on your personals page or do you have more ideas?). At the moment we do not have a definite date fixed as we are curently trying to contacte people, you can use my name and email along with Stuart Griffiths or Sharon Brown, both again at my email address. Many thanks in advance, Richard Ferguson rikferguson@yahoo.co.uk
  Posted 2001-07-17
  
  

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• I am trying to trace my uncle Hamish Campbell. He lived in Brighton (Ditchling Rise) and owned a Ladies Clothes shop in East Grinstead until 5-6 years ago. He would be in his fifties with two children called Sam and Bonnie. His sister Susan has not heard from for nearly 10 years. If any one knows of him please let me know. Thankyou for any help you can give. alexanderjones@tinyonline.co.uk
  Posted 2001-07-14
  
  

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• Please help me find my friend. Her name is cathy nee smith lived in Dover, Kent 23 years ago. Has a sister Jill, a brother Hugh, and Billy her best friend was Val Howe. She is married with 3 kids, living in sussex. HOMERALLYSSA@aol.com
  Posted 2001-07-07
  
  

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• 2 months ago I met a man called Gav in a nightclub called Martines, he just moved back to his parents from Stoke and will be starting work in September at one of the private schools for 11-16year olds (mixed), i want to find him as i am moving to E.G. and would love to make aquaintenances with him again, he is also competes in kick boxing, if anyone knows him can you please ask him to contact me. elle_2002_@hotmail.com
  Posted 2001-07-02
  
  

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• Richard Clark, formerly a student at Imberhorne School 1969-76, is seeking anyone who may remember him. After leaving the Sixth Form I spent 4 years training to be a teacher, before working in West London for four years. I then returned to East Grinstead and am presently living in East Grinstead and Deputy Headteacher of a large primary school in Surrey. dick@dickclark.freeserve.co.uk
  Posted 2001-07-01
  
  

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• Hi. My name is Keith Smith. I lived in EG between the years of 69-84. My mother was Karina Smith and my father was John. For a few years, we lived in Chaucer Avenue, then we moved out to Sharpthorne in 75. I'm looking for my old Chaucer Avenue schoolfriend and neighbour Mark Thompson and his brother Darren. I believe that Darren lives in EG, but I don't know where. If anyone can help, I'd appreciate it. I'm also looking for anyone who can give me information on Christopher Weaver who was in my HY class at Imberhorne. Many thanks keith.smith@talk21.com
  Posted 2001-06-27
  
  

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• Is there any old person out there who was at East Grinstead County School, Windmill Lane, between 1937 and 1942? I am Joe Harris, and at age 11 was the smallest boy in the school. I have lived in Adelaide, South Australia for many years, and would be delighted to hear from you. joseph s harris [pavilion_end@hotmail.com]
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• Ex Horncastle pupils, especially 1970 - 75. I lost touch with everyone - my friends included Jenny Lynch, Melanie Vooght, Katie Wright - would love to hear from them or anyone who knows anything about any staff or students from the school. Jennie Scotcher (nee Simpson) jendapcs@netcomuk.co.uk
  Posted 2001-06-05
  
  

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• Looking for Tarna Bish who I went to school with in Horley Surrey UK between the years of 1978 to 1987.  Living in East Grinstead now.  I have lost her phone number.  I know she would be pleased to hear from me please please someone help me thank you. tara.young@btinternet.com
  Posted 2001-05-09
  
  

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• Trying to contact Tracey Weaver - please contact Andy mrcaribbean@altavista.co.uk
  Posted 2001-03-28
  
  

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• My name is Rae Boyd and I live in Norristown, Pa, which is next to Valley Forge National Park. I am searching for any family member named BUCKLEY in the East Grinstead area. My first wife, who is now deceased, Grandfather was named Richard Martin Buckley and was born in East Grinstead in 1868 and died here in Norristown in 1948. I know he had several sisters and least one brother named Richard. I trying to find the ancestry of this family so I can make the family document complete.  Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. raeboyd@juno.com
  Posted 2001-03-28
  
  

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• Hi There, Would anyone know the whereabouts of a family called Ilott that owned a motor garage somewhere off the London Road near to the railway. Last seen about 30 years ago. Thanking you Mel. HUSHMEL@aol.com
  Posted 2001-03-01
  
  

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• i am looking for my lost pen pal sally marriner from east grinstead. Please e-mail me if anybody knows something about her. thank you johannesfilser@pirania.de
  Posted 2001-03-01
  
  

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• I'm looking for anyone is is able to offer information on the Skerry family or the Gration family..John Martin Gration born 1885 married Ellen unknown and had 3 children names:Keeler, Kathleen and John. Thanks jardisia@hotmail.com Posted 1st March 2001
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• I am seeking any information about a Diana Mary Draper , born on the 12 May 1947. The last known address I have for her is 73 Sackville Gardens , East Grinstead {which was in 1973}. I am also seeking information about a Brian John Davis, born 12 May 1940. The last known address I have for him is 78 West Street, East Grinstead {which was also 1973}. If there is anyone who has any details of either of hese two people , please e-mail me. ssimmonds@freenet.co.uk
  Posted 2001-03-01
  
  

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• My name is Lisanka Trinidad (nee Serfaty).I attended Charters Towers School in Bexhill-on-sea from 1979-1984.Would like to hear from anyone who attended this school at the time; classmates, teachers or housemistresses!! tripoli@gibnynex.gi
  Posted 2001-02-15
  
  

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• I ATTENDED IMBERHORNE LOWER SCHOOL FOR TWO YEARS AND LEFT IN 1983 FOR SOUTH AFRICA. NOW I AM BACK AND LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO WAS IN CLASS 1GS OR 2GS AND REMEMBERS ME, MY NAME IS ROSS BENNETT. I CAN REMEMBER; DARREN WILLIE, DOMINIC BRAILLY & DICKIE FRANCIS. ross.sarah@virgin.net
  Posted 2001-02-15
  
  

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• Info on baldwins hill school! Dear Sir I am a 34 yr old guy in India. I was in East Grinstead in 1978 for the year when my father was taking training in the Queen Elizabeth hospital. I used to study in the local county Baldwin's Hill School. I have faint memories of those days. I wonder if there is anybody who was in Baldwin's Hill school in 1978. I and my brother were the only two Indian kids so we were well known. Does the school still exist? Does anyone have any information on Mrs.Mackney who taught at the school? I would like to know if there are any people who were fellow students in third grade in 1978. Yours Harsh Verma Patna, India E-mail: harshver@yahoo.com
  Posted 2001-01-17
  
  

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• Looking for data on John Burchett family who came from France in 1797, was fka Comte de Bourchiere, they fled to East Grinstead, England to the "Old Hermitage". I am a descendant of him and am researching my families history. I am from Canada but living in the US now. Thank you. Michelle Buterakos nee Pinkett meesh7@webtv.net
  Posted 2001-01-15
  
  

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• I'm trying to get in touch with Christopher Smyth who moved from Bangor, Northern Ireland to East Grinstead in 1976 with father Desmond, mother Noreen and sister Nichola. Gary McMahon and Andrew Dorman, both ex-classmates from Connor House (the prep dept. of Bangor Grammar School) would like to make contact. If anyone remembers the family or knows their whereabouts please e-mail me. mcmahon@causeway.demon.co.uk
  Posted 2001-01-14
  
  

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• I am looking for any/all information about my family in and near East Grinstead. My grandfather (Harry George Flint ) was born October 29, 1879, the son of George Alfred Flint and Isabella Ault. His father was listed as an "Engraver" and they lived in the Camberwell District, address: 30 Danville Road, Camberwell, Surrey. He married Louise Maude Sutton who was born November 7, 1875 in Yorktown, Surrey, the daughter of William John and Sarah Ann Sutton. The lived in Tanglelands, Dormans Park, Dormansland Nr. East Grinstead, Sussex. She died on April 10, 1941, and he died in London on October 26, 1958. He had two sisters, Emily and ?. I believe they never married. My grandparents had two daughters, Kathleen (my mother) who was born August 25, 1903, and moved to America in 1938 when she married my father, William May, and Dorothy who was born November 21, 1980 and died March 3, 1996. She married Jack May and they lived at Gotwick Brook, East Grinstead. I cannot find anything else about my grandfather and Grandmother, and know nothing of her family. I would appreciate any help in my search, Thank you. pennyt@chorus.net
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• My name is Mark Beney and I was a pupil at Halsford Park then onto Imberhorne in the 70s.  I left EG to join the Army in 1981 and am now living in Redditch in Worcestershire.  It would be nice to make contact with any one that remembers me from school or the old haunt the Wallace centre. mark.beney@tinyworld.co.uk
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• Lost - A Round House We are trying to find a "Round House" either in the Copthorne or Worth area. My Great Grandfather lived there - we presume circa 1892 to 1905. He was Edward Thomas PAYNE - the Sexton ( or Verger ) of Copthorne Church. It may be the house now known as "Corners" opposite Copthorne Church or the Lodge House at the end of the road from Worth Church - has anybody got any ideas? Peterthebeatle@hotmail.com
  Posted 2001-01-02
  
  

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• Desperately seeking information regarding the Brambletye Hotel and Forest Row area in the 1880's. I understand there was a golf course there? Regards Gary Dunnigan tsogolf911@msn.com
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• I lived in East Grinstead in the pre-fabs from 1952 - 1967 I would like to trace anyone who knew me, Ann Coppard, during that time and my husband John Oliver from Cowden during the 1960's I left Imberhorne secondary school in 1965 and would love to contact anyone who might remember me. I spend several years in Ashurst Wood as well going to the primary school there and lived in Phoenix errace, commonly known as chimney pot alley. I have lived in Essex since 1967 under my married name of Oliver but my roots will always be in Sussex. Mummy.Ann@tesco.net
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• If you were a Fifth Former at East Grinstead County Grammar School in 1961 please send me an e-mail. If there is enough enthusiasm a reunion might be possible. Regards, David Daniels David.Daniels@btinternet.com
  Posted 2000-12-04
  
  

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• Hi, I'm Rowena Thom, formerly known as Rowena Brown.  I lived on Crawley Down Road, Felbridge just across from the Felbridge Village Hill.  Looking for anyone who knew me from 1976 to 1980.  I have been in contact with Julie & Jane Nichols whose parents owned the Felbridge Stores.  My parents still live in Felbridge.  Would like to hear from anyone who knew me back then.  I am now in Texas, US, married, 2 kids work for American Airlines and visit the UK almost every year.  rjthom@dellepro.com
  Posted 2000-11-04
  
  

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• I'm looking for any information I can obtain regarding my Grandmother Born (I believe) Dec. 26, 1869 in East Grinstead. She later went to Montreal, Canada where she married my Grandfather Francis Charles LeMercier who was from Jersey in the Channel Islands. Any help would be appreciated.  Email: Grant glemer@hfx.andara.com
  Posted 2000-10-09
  
  

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• I'm seeking information on my Mother, Annie Feloy of Newlands Crescent, East Grinstead, I haven't heard from her for a long time, I've sent letters which aren't replied to and when I phone there is no answer, I just wondered if she's O.K. as I've lived in Canada for a number of years, so I'm not close to check up on her. Anyone with any information please e-mail me. Carol scumski@telus.net
  Posted 2000-10-09
  
  

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• Hi I am trying to find LESLEY ROBERTSON. I worked with Les in USA. 65-66  first in Chicago then Pasadena California.  I know she lived in East Grinstead when she returned from the states, and was in South Africa in 70, but returned to EG.  My name is PAM ROSE (NEE BELL)  I now live in Brisbane Australia and would love to catch up with her and find out if life's been good for her. I last posted this message 10th Feb. but now have a new e-mail.  She would be about 53-54 now. ANYONE HELP ME PLEASE!!  KIND REGARDS PAM ROSE.  klayman@bigpond.net.au
  Posted 2000-09-18
  
  

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• Researching the following family groups as long lost ancestors: William MILES m. Susan STREET issue 6 Mary, Susanna, Jane, Sarah, Elizabeth, William, dates from 1719-1730.  son: William MILES b.1730 m. Jane HENTY 7/12/1758 East Grinstead Sussex. England issue7:dates from 1762-1775.William b.1762 m. Elizabeth ELMER 4/5/1795, Thomas, Susanna, John, Ann-Phyllis, Sarah, Elizabeth.  William b.1762 m. Elizabeth ELMER 1795: issue 3 dates from 1797-1801 Jane, Williamb.1799 m. Jane BARKER 1827.ENG.,William, Elizabeth b.1801.  Kind regards Debbie velcro@wn.com.au
  Posted 2000-09-08
  
  

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• Although not strictly a resident of East Grinstead, it became a major part of my life when I attended East Grinstead County Grammar School from 1966 to 1969. If anyone from that era is still living in the town, and possibly remembers me, drop me a line. I'm going through a mid-life crisis, and I need some old memories to see me through :-)  Phil Crowell, Sydney, Australia Phil.Crowell@jtec.com.au
  Posted 2000-09-02
  
  

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• My people are from East Grinstead area, having operated a small store there for 50 plus years. Their name was Dival/Divall (spelling?). The senior Mrs. Dival was a Rumary. Her father, George John Rumary, apparently had many stories told about him. No one knows where or cares where he is buried.  I do!  My grandfather Dorsey Ernest Rumary was born Nov 27, 1872 at Horsted Keynes to this George John and Jennie /Jenny/Jane Tingley who died sometime in the 1870s. George John married twice more. One of his and Jane's daughters reportedly was killed in a balloon ascension act in India. I'd like verification of rumors and also news of any relatives I may have there. Irene gimarq@aol.com
  Posted 2000-09-02
  
  

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• After trying many different avenues to try to trace my nephew Paul Gardner born 1970 in Folkestone Kent I thought perhaps tracing his mother  Judy Ellis may be the way to go. Judy's family home was Little Court, Chestnut Walk, Felcourt, East Grinstead. My family now live in Australia and after my brother died in 1974 we lost contact with his son Paul. My aged mother would dearly love any information on her grandson and to know that he is well.  If any one knows the whereabouts of Paul or Judy it would be much appreciated. Thanking you in Anticipation  Sally Kelly Western Australia. johnsal@one.net.au
  Posted 2000-08-22
  
  

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• We are seeking information on a Victorian/Edwardian era East Grinstead photographer W.Page. Address on photos was Moat House, East Grinstead.  Thank you, Jeri at Wells Books,824 Fort St. Victoria,B.C. Canada or e-mail me jeri@wellsbooks.com
  Posted 2000-08-11
  
  

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• Desperately Seeking an old friend Kristen Clutterbuck who moved to East Grinstead with her husband Christopher in about 1981/82.  Any news of their whereabouts would be welcome. Thanks. jon_dalrymple@yahoo.com
  Posted 2000-08-07
  
  

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• Hi there I am on the look out for any ex-Notre Dame Convent School Girls from 1982-1987. My name is Amanda Sinclair previously Mason and would love to hear from anyone.  Janavil@ukgateway.net
  Posted 2000-07-25
  
  

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• Hi. My name is Nick Weaver and I spent my formative years in the area around East Grinstead.  I attended Felbridge County Primary School ( 62-69 ), East Grinstead Grammar School ( 69-70 ) and Imberhorne Comprehensive School ( 70-76 ).  I now live on the edge of Exmoor, Somerset where I run a veterinary practice.  Over the years I have rather lost touch with Sussex, but still have fond memories of the area around East Grinstead.  I would be very interested to hear from anyone who can remember me and what they are up to these days. nick@weaver58.fsnet.co.uk
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• My name is Simon Hill and I attended Sackville school between 1967 and 1973. I attended the reunion recently but now want to reunite those people who didn't make it or didn't hear about the reunion in time. If people e-mail me I will pass their e-mail addresses on to the others who are interested. It has been so long, so why not get in touch. simonandpamhill@nationwideisp.net
  Posted 2000-07-25
  
  

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• I am on the hunt for an old school friend.  Her parents were Brian and Doreen Day and my friend was Amanda.  They lived at 7 Famet Court, Halsford Park Lane, East Grinstead.  We were friends in the early 70's before I returned to New Zealand with my parents.  I am now 34, married and have children.  I do know she married 12 (?) years ago.  I would love to catch up with Amanda and any help to find her or her parents would be great.  I believe her parents had a printing business in the late 70's.  Not many clues I know!  My name is Lea Greenstock - maiden name Campbell.  My parents were Edna and Darrell.  Any one who you think may be able to help is welcome to contact me on this e-mail address.  Many thanks Lea. lea@nznet.gen.nz
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• Looking for any information on a William HARMOR born in 1798, or any information of the HARMOR family. Thanks, Robert J. Harmor. hrmr@msn.com
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• My name is John Michael Richardson. Born in EG 6/6/39 in West Street.  I emigrated to New Zealand in 1956 with my parents Ronald George Richardson and Ethel Joan Richardson. I am seeking contact with relatives who I believe still are resident in EG.  They are Bernard, Gordon and Michael Richardson. They would be in their late fifties, early sixties. If anyone knows of their whereabouts please email me jr.el.arish@paradise.net.nz
  Posted 2000-06-25
  
  

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• I AM STEPHEN MORRISSEY (MAIDEN NAME-MAYES). I USED TO LIVE ON LANCASTER DRIVE UNTIL MARCH 1991, WHEN I MOVED UP TO RUGBY, WARWICKSHIRE. I AM TRYING TO FIND ANYONE WHO ATTENDED HIGHFIELD PRIVATE SCHOOL BETWEEN 1990 AND 1991.  I AM NOW 15. jeremiah@tesco.net
  Posted 2000-05-28
  
  

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• I'm desperately seeking a John Page who once resided in Wembley, Middx.  I now believe he resided in East Grinstead.  I'm your younger sister.  I've been searching for you for quite some time.  Would love to hear from you.  I've been living in Canada for the past 30 years.   Hope to hear from you soon.  Mrs. Skene. scumski@telus.net
  Posted 2000-05-23
  
  

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• I have recently received a copy of my Great grandfather and mother's marriage certificate from 1884 listing their marriage as the "Zion Chapel" in East Grinstead. It is with much interest that I searched your sight and didn't find any mention of this. At that time my great grandfather was listed as living on Forest Row and my great grandmother was living in Dormansland. I know that during WW1 she lived on West St. in Dormansland and in 1881 on New Chapel Rd.  Can you help me with any of these locations. Is the Zion Chapel still in existence or has it changed and what faith was this chapel. Also any of these streets still in existence.  Thanks for any help you can give me. Email: Jeannie Miklos miklos@estee.ca
  Posted 2000-05-22
  
  

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• I am wondering if you can help me.  I think my grandmother was born in East Grinstead. Her maiden name was Emily Anne Butcher born 1876 married James Hunt of the Coldstream Guards.  Emily died in 1977 at Stourport on Severn, Worcestershire. She did have sisters, thank you.  Victor ( Fremantle, West Australia) humpvic@hotmail.com
  Posted 2000-05-12
  
  

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• Kindly advise any information you might have on the word Falcourt. In the early 1900's a retired army officer came to the Annapolis Valley and bought a farm which he called Falcourt.  My Father purchased this Farm in the 1930's and found the name Falcourt in the Deed.  It is such a beautiful name that I decided to call our Country Inn, Falcourt Inn. I would like to know more about the name Falcourt, what it means and where it came from. Thank you for your consideration of this request. Please visit us on our Web Site www.falcourtinn.ns.ca  Dianne Hankinson-LeGard falcourt@istar.ca
  Posted 2000-05-11
  
  

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• Hi.  My name is Katrin and I am from Iceland.   Do you know the link on the web for Emerson college, Forest Row ? Or do you have any information about if they have some students flats or rooms ?  I would really be thankful if you could  help me out, I have looked at all information on the web but can't find this information.  Best regards,  Katrin Snaeholm planet@mmedia.is
  Posted 2000-05-11
  
  

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• I am a postgraduate student doing art research in Dunedin New Zealand. My research focuses around the Dunedin Artist, Mabel Hill. (Mrs. John McIndoe) Mabel died at East Grinstead in 1956 and is buried at Mount Noddy Cemetery.  She had four children, one of whom was Dr. Archie McIndoe, who will be well known to you and your readers.  He is known for his work as a plastic surgeon, particularly the important work he did with burn victims during and after the War.  I believe that the Queen Victoria Hospital has a wing named after him. Mabel painted all her life, some of her work is held here at the Hocken Library in Dunedin and there is other work or hers held throughout the country in public collections.

  Mabel went to live in East Grinstead to be near her son Archie.  I am sure that she would have painted portraits of various people associated with the Hospital and even other portraits of people living in the area.  She loved painting landscape and may well have painted various landscapes in the lovely county of Sussex.

  Through your newspaper would you perhaps bring to the attention of people living in East Grinstead who read your publication, my request for information about Mabel Hill.  I am sure there will be people living who may remember her and importantly may hold a painting or paintings of hers. 

  Or they may like to write to me at the following address:

  Jennifer Hopkinson  Moray Gallery  55 Princes Street  Dunedin  New Zealand. 

  Thank you for your assistance. With best wishes Jennifer Hopkinson moray@es.co.nz
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• I am searching for descendants of Thomas E Marden and Sarah Ann Smith who were married in 1884 and had 5 children ( one was my grandfather). They lived in East Grinstead and Felbridge. I think one of the daughters married a Warneck? Please email any information please to Janet Smith. pindari@hinet.net.au
  Posted 2000-04-17
  
  

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• My name is Anna Gustavsson and I'm searching for a person and I hope you can help me. I am a Swedish girl who fell in love with a man from East Grinstead ten years ago.  I got pregnant and the man was supposed to move to Sweden with me but he decided to stay in England. Jon Michael Thompson left me and my now nine year old son and I haven't heard from him since then. I met a new man in my life five years ago with whom I'm now happily married to and now he wants to adopt Jonathan. I really need Jon Michael Thompson's address. Please help me. annapanna838@hotmail.com
  Posted 2000-04-17
  
  

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• I want to know about the Landsdown family. My mother is Laura Ardith Wallingford born May 7, 1941 In Council Grove, Ks.  Her mother is Ruth Pratt Willingford & father is William Alvin Wallingford.  My father is Charley Alfred Landsdown born in Oct 14, 55 in Marshfield, Mo.  Does anyone know who my dads mother & father names etc. I would greatly appreciate any info. Sincerely, Gennie. Mitchell@iswt.com
  Posted 2000-04-17
  
  

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• I am interested in any information about people that attended Ashurst Wood Primary School, born between 71/72, or who have known me or my brothers..Lucy, Niall and Simon Cook, formerly of 8 Ivydene Lane. Many Thanks Lucy Bradley lucybrad@handbag.com
  Posted 2000-03-03
  
  

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• I am looking for any information on the Felbridge Rugby Football Club. A schoolboy team from that club toured Australia in 1979 and I played against them in a rugby game in Sydney. I am interested in contacting anyone who was on that tour. Regards Brett Cobby cobby@idx.com.au
  Posted 2000-01-25
  
  

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• Hi, I'm a Spanish girl, and I used to go to a school called Cedar Court (in Coombe Hill Road). I'm looking for a friend I met there, but it was more than 4 years ago. The only thing I know is his name, Paul (or Pablo) and he used to live just next to the school. If anyone knows anything about him, please, email me. My name is Marga deindre@teleline.es
  Posted 2000-01-20
  
  

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• Would anyone out there have any information on a Lettie (Letitia?) Dora Chatfield? She was my grandmother and I believe she lived in the EG area. Chatfield was her maiden name and I don't know her married name. Also Alan Botting, who emigrated to the US around 1951-1920. Also, does anyone have any knowledge of houses/cottages named N(M)ailons and Neylands Cottage (the writing is bad but I think this is what it is). Jacqui Ward, Calgary, Alberta, Canada jacward@home.com
  Posted 2000-01-20
  
  

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• I am seeking information about a friend. Her name is\was Caroline Claridge her brother's name is David. We traveled around Australia together in 1986 but lost touch. I would love to find out how she is. Patrick Murphy pslane@gofree.indigo.ie
  Posted 2000-01-17
  
  

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• I visited EG once in about 73 and was dragged off the the Bluebell Railway, where an aquaintance of my father 'worked' as a volunteer. He lived in EG - all I can recall is his first name of Ian and a long fur coat he refered to as 'Yogi'. Just curious if anyone happens to know who I'm on about... living in NZ now, home of the hopeless All Blacks. Alan Marriott xtr585827@xtra.co.nz
  Posted 2000-01-09
  
  

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• Celena from Edinburgh...looking to contact Tyra and Troy Taylor, last known addresses Landsdown Place and York Road, Brighton. Tyra may have moved to New Zealand. If you know them, get in touch. ceni298@aol.com
  Posted 2000-01-04
  
  

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• Long lost sister would anyone knowing my sister please ask her to call me at 908-782-7016 in U.S.A. - I haven't heard from her in a long time. Her name is Mrs A.Talbot. Believe she lives in Big E G.
  Posted 1999-12-14
  
  

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• I am seeking information from anyone who would have any information about the East Grinstead Air Raid which took place on July 9, 1943. I am particularly interested in the bombing of the Whitehall Theatre. Thank you. Peter Doan. Peter.Doan@dsbn.edu.on.ca
  Posted 1999-11-20
  
  

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• STREETER. Seeking ancestors and descendants of William and Ann (_____) Streater/Streeter of East Grinstead; they resided at Dunnings Farm 1750-1794 (now Bulrushes Farm). William's father, Richard (d. 1764) was a member of the Baptist congregation of Turners Hill. Any information on Dunnings Farm, the Streeter family, or early Baptists of East Grinstead would be greatly appreciated; will reimburse all postage and photocopying costs. Please contact: Perry Streeter 3273 NYS Route 248, Canisteo, New York 14823 USA http://www.perry.streeter.com perry@streeter.com
  Posted 1999-11-16
  
  

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• Hello, my name is Alex, and I`m looking for a friend who moved to East Grinstead. His name is David Beaumont and from what I can remember he was last working in a fitness club. By the way he's 19. Does anybody know him? If so contact me. Thank you. pcytac@nottingham.ac.uk
  Posted 1999-10-07
  
  

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• KETLEY - Jackie My name is Sue Welford [nee Ward] and I'm looking for an old friend JACKIE KETLEY who lived in Imberhorne Lane in the early 1960's. She had a brother Paul. We used to go to the Youth Club and knock around with Paul Wallace, Razz, Brian et al. We danced at the cinema to promote 'King Creole' and got our picture in the paper. We kept in touch for a while when I moved to Lewes but then drifted apart. Anyone who knows her please tell her I'm looking for her. wellies@lineone.net
  Posted 1999-09-24
  
  

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• We are looking for any ex-Roshe School pupils. Please visit the school website http://www.roshe.demon.co.uk or email us and let us know what you are doing and where you are so we can continue to compile out database. Thanks, Jacob. 0973 858223 pastpupil@roshe.demon.co.uk
  Posted 1999-09-12
  
  

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• I am doing my family history and my ETCHELLS family comes from Failsworth in England. Seeing if there are any relations out there. I have James ETCHELLS born 1781, married Hannah HIBBERT in 1822 at Manchester she was born in 1801. They had Mary & Sarah (Twins in 1826) William in 1829 then ROBERT ETHELLS in 1832. Robert went on and married Maria (She was also born in 1832) and they had Sarah in 1860 and Robert in 1873. SARAH came to Australia and married Isaac HULME in November, 1883. Any relations? Know of? Help? aquagemini136@hotmail.com
  Posted 1999-09-12
  
  

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• I am trying to trace the current whereabouts of Jenny Tailor that was, her mother had a baby shop in North End, we worked together and lost contact some years ago, any information please E.Mail me: Jamie Wogan heartman10@hotmail.com
  Posted 1999-09-08
  
  

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• Corney Family: Looking for info on William Corney m Mary Jane Weaire in 1870. They were married in East Grinstead and had ten children. I don't know anything about Mary Jane Weaire's parents, and all I know of William is that his father was an innkeeper named Philip Corney. Any info is appreciated, so please email meThanks a lot! From Taryn Jones tanarnya@yahoo.com
  Posted 1999-08-18
  
  

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• Hi, my name is Lisa Dodsworth (nee Skerry ) previously of East Grinstaed now living in Vancouver , trying to locate Debbie Pugh. We both attended Imberhorne until 1988 then moved to Crawley College. If anyone has any info, please e-mail me. Thanks! lisaandy9@bc.sympatico.ca
  Posted 1999-07-16
  
  

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• I am desperately seeking the whereabouts of Vincent Brown. Any information as to a local address or home number please contact me at e-mail Mitchell Brown scotsman77@yahoo.com
  Posted 1999-06-04
  
  

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• I lived in Forest Row in 1991 and became friends with Anke Thaysen and her kids: Sion, Elias, Oana, Kyra and Amatha. But then I came back to Brazil and we lost contact. If you know her, please tell her to contact me or send me some news telling she is ok: SILVIA BREDA, RUA VISCONDE DE OURO PRETO 354/701, 88034001 FLORIANOPOLIS - SC - BRAZIL, fax: + 55 48 3342365, Thank you! sbreda@fastlane.com.br
  Posted 1999-05-12
  
  

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• If any body has streetmap or photos of St George's boys home in 1950 in East Grinstead. I would not mind them attaching then as picture. Also would like to know if the building is still there. It was run by a German called STARIE or STAREY. Anything would be most gratefully acccepted as genealogy link. Thank you. Sue Guyatt sguyatt@clear.net.nz
  Posted 1999-05-04
  
  

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• Hello I'm Pearl Cooper and I live in Tasmania - I am eager for any information on my family name of FOWLE - I know they were watch/clock makers and am eager to know of any descendants. From sunny and hot Tassie Pearl tpcooper@microtech.com.au
  Posted 1999-03-25
  
  

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• Seeking information on Union Workhouse East Grinstead where an ancestor by the name of MURRELL was born in 1868. Any information greatly appreciated. LJKennedy@compuserve.com
  Posted 1999-02-23
  
  

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• My father, Richard Henry Doherty, born in 1921, now deceased, was a Canadian soldier, stationed in East Grinstead, during WW2. Although he married my mother, a resident of Rotherfield, Sussex, he is thought to have fathered a male child, the mother was a resident of East Grinstead. Time period possibly prior to 1943. I can be reached as follows: Telephone: 905-704-1484 Mail: C.R.J. Doherty, 6 Afton Court, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, L2W 1A7 crjd@niagara.com
  Posted 1999-02-19
  
  

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• I am doing some family research and recently came across a will for John Angell of Stockwell. In the will he makes reference to a Capt. William Angell the first purchaser of Crowhurst in Surrey, Kent and Sussex. How could I find out additional information about the Angell Family? Any assistance you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Aimee B. Lurkins aimeeb@worldnet.att.net
  Posted 1999-02-16
  
  

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• I am looking for an old friend who traveled to Tasmania in the mid 60's as a merchant seaman. His name is Dave Nicole and the last known address I have is Fulham, London. Any information appreciated. Val Free. vivian@uq.net.au
  Posted 1999-02-10
  
  

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• Seeking my Aunt Joan, maiden name Chamberlain, originally from Horne. Her married name could be either Smith or Willis. I have not seen her for over 40 years. It has always been suspected that she lives or lived in the East Grinstead area. I would be very grateful for any information. bcharter@shoal.net.au
  Posted 1999-01-29
  
  

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• Researching Payne Family History - Need more info on Edward Thomas and Sarah PAYNE ( my Great Grand Parents ) Edward Thomas Payne Christened at Worth 1834.. Married Burstow circa 1851.. Edward was verger of Copthorne St Johns 1880 to 1906.. Information needed on their marriage and Sarah’s birth and parentage - any rumours or old family stories welcome - ask your grandma !! Peter Weaver peterweaver@hotmail.com
  Posted 1999-01-28
  
  

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• Does anyone have any historic information relating to King's College Hospital from 1925 - 1950. I am after News items and Pictures relating to the finding of an old Well. It was found by a Mr Hull who was the then Care-taker I believe. Please e-mail me BUZZ@pdraper39.freeserve.co.uk
  Posted 1999-01-28
  
  

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• I am looking for help in finding a very good friend of mine. His name is Ivor Burton, and he was formerly the General Manager of the Brambletye Hotel in Forest Row, E. Sussex. From there Ivor went to Little Wenlock, in Shropshire to manage "The Huntsman". After I visited him there several years ago, he just disappeared. He had a home on the south coast, at Peace Haven, but I believe he sold that. If anyone has any information on the present hereabouts of Ivor Burton, his address, e-mail, workplace or phon number, or any combination of those, PLEASE e-mail Herb Bailey Georgetown, South Carolina The Colonies and I will be forever grateful. perspex@angelfire.com
  Posted 1999-01-22
  
  

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• Looking for Debbie Lamb. Maiden name Tilbury. Debbie where are you ? Know to be related to John Bacon who may own/run a car leasing/hire business in the East Grinstead area. Went to school in Shirley, Croydon. If anyone knows where she may be please forward my details.-- Sean Horton, Alder Broker Group Ltd, Tel : 0181 304 1392 sean@alder-broker-group.co.uk
  Posted 1999-01-12
  
  

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• Looking for Horncastle School. I used to go to school in East Grinstead. My school was called Horncastle and was situated between Forest Row and West Hoathly. This was during early 60's. I have written to this school but no reply, does it still exist? It was a big Tudor looking house with woods and alot of acres of land. Does anyone on your paper remember my school, any info will be appreciated. Julian de Leyer jbdel49@worldnet.att.net
  Posted 1998-11-28
  
  

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• Anyone out there in East Grinstead remember Charters-Towers School? The school specialized in arts and education. A local boy named Adriad attended. Our history teacher, Mrs. Hawley, won on a telly show. She also lived in the area. Any information would be appreciated. I was just a kid and East Grinstead was a big tuck shop. Well that is youth. Thanks for your help. Sheilah Miller sheilah@sover.net
  Posted 1998-11-21
  
  

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• Hello from Surrey BC Canada My father grew up in East Grinstead, but has lived in Canada since 1924. We have come across a recording with his old school song on it. The school was East Grinstead Grammar school (he thinks) The song is called "Sussex by the Sea". Would anyone know where I can find the lyrics to this song? Dad is 91 years now and remembers some, but not all of the words, and we would like to be able to sing along to the tape. Thanks for any help you can give me. barnesjenner@hotmail.com
  Posted 1998-10-30
  
  

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• PEATFIELD - Seeking ancestors and descendants of William PEATFIELD (b.1845) and wife Jane PHILLIPS. Resided at Glen Vue Rd, East Grinstead between 1868 and 1886. William was a lay preacher and Sunday school teacher at Zion Chapel. Eight children, including William, Ernest, Edmund, Frank, Annie, Ellen and Eliza. Family emigrated to Australia in 1886, leaving behind eldest son William who trained as teacher at College. Any information on Glen Vue Rd, the PEATFIELD family or Zion Chapel would be greatly appreciated. Please contact: Leonie Guy, 68 Beach St, Coogee, 2034 Sydney Australia jguy@one.net.au
  Posted 1998-10-26
  
  

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• I am looking for the address of a Mrs. Gladys Flowers formely of Salisbury Rhodesia, who is living with her daughter in East Grinstead. She had been living for sometime at 13 St. Edwards Cl East Grinstead West Sussex RH 19 1JP until sometime in 1996 when they moved to another address in East Grinstead. Unfortunately my computer crashed and I lost her new address. I received a birthday card to-day with no return address. If anyone knows her address or phone number I would be very grateful. Thank you George Plotkin. george@interlog.com
  Posted 1998-09-10
  
  

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• Hi, My name is Cortes Alexander and I'm writing from New York City. I attended a school called Aston House way back in 1968. I was only in the 3rd grade, but I remember it as vividly as if it were yesterday. I'm writing to find out what has happened to the school, if it's still around etc. as I'm planning a trip back to England and would love to see my favorite old school. I recall football practice on Wednesday, and horseback riding on Thursday, followed by Drama...those were the days. If someone could fill me in with info about the school, I'd be most grateful. Thank You, Cortes Alexander CortsTrio@aol.com
  Posted 1998-07-22
  
  

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• Looking For Old Photos I'm hoping someone might have old photos and/or historical information concerning Langsmead Hall, which is located in Blindley Heath. My father stayed there during the Second World War as part of the Canadian Armed Forces and has been trying to locate information about this place for years. He is also looking for any information concerning the Whitehall Cinema which was bombed in July/43. Any information about either of these places would be greatly appreciated. Laura Fleury LMF@north.nsis.com
  Posted 1998-06-23
  
  

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• I have been informed that my home was demolished in order to put in a road...okay I can live with that....Can anyone tell me the fate of St Agnes & St Michaels school? Also am looking for old E.G. pals Peta Symes, Cherry Morgan and Debbie Hayes... I realise 35 years is a long time but sometimes people stay in one place. I would of but my parents emigrated to California. I used to love the sweet shop and the "chocolate box" store as a child and the bakery at the corner of my road..St.James Rd {#20} Can anyone respond? Hopefully old time residences.. Thanks a lot, Claire Willmore-Weingold. {my brothers went to Fonthill} addroit@aol.com
  Posted 1998-05-30
  
  

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• I am looking for my daughter Crystal DeCloedt. Get in touch with your father Robert in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada. Call Collect: Country code (00 1) Area code (306) Telephone number res. 931-4795 or bus. 931-8805. Or e-mail me. Love from dad. nwp@sk.sympatico.ca
  Posted 1998-05-13
  
  

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• We are from Canada and I have found out that our family originated in Sussex County and wonder if there are any Newey's out there that we could touch base with. The Newey (also spelled Neway) originated from Normandy and settled in Sussex County. It would be interesting to find you. Thanks Dorothy Newey Jr. Montreal Quebec Canada. DOROTHY.NEWEY@gte.net
  Posted 1998-04-21
  
  

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• I'm currently looking for any information about a large estate found in the East Grinstead area that housed Canadian soldiers during World War 2. My father was a Canadian soldier who stayed in this building as it was used as their barracks. He told me many interesting ghost stories concerning this place but he wasn't sure about its exact location or its history. He said that either the structure itself or the area it was in was known as Blindly Heath or Blinely Heath. I would greatly appreciate any information from anyone who might be familiar with this place or its history. Many Thanks, Laura Fleury alexmac@north.nsis.com
  Posted 1998-02-20
  
  

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• Seeking geneology information on a SANDERS family that lived in East Grinstead in the 1830's - 1840's. The name is CAREW SANDERS who married SUSANNAH CHART and lived in E. Grinstead during the above time period. They had 13 children and moved to America around 1850. CAREW SANDERS would be my g.g. grandfather. My g. grandfather, HENRY Sanders was born in a "Primrose Cottage" in E. Grinstead. The name Stonehands (Stonehenge??) Tunbridge Wells is also mentioned in old family writings.Any help or ideas would be appreciated. Thanks - John E. Sanders, Eureka, Kansas U.S.A. DeeJudge@fox-net.net
  Posted 1998-02-05
  
  

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• I am Prof. Thomas Richardson of Arlington, Mass., near to Boston, in the U.S.A. I wonder if you could help me find a lost contact in your area. Approx. 10 years ago, I visited your town and environs, to go on a Soviet Union Friendship exchange trip to Russia. The organization sponsoring these exchange trips with the then Soviet Union, was located at a manor house near to East Grinstead, I believe in the village of Sharpthorne, and I believe had the terms "Hall", "Trade Union" in its name. Can you help me relocate this group? Many thanks, Prof. Thomas Richardson trichard@bu.edu
  Posted 1997-10-15
  
  

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• My ancestors migrated to America from East Grenstead in 1650,aboard the ship "Abigal". The name Kidder "go'es back" in England from the beginning of antiquity. Please give me any concerning my family surname. Thank you. Doug21228@aol.com
  Posted 1997-09-03
  
  

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• Seeking information on the descendants of brothers Henry Edmund Hall and James Thomas Hall, tailors (Hall Bros) of the High Street, East Grinstead in 1895. They were the sons of Henry Hall and Ann Tuchurst. Do James Henry Hall, tailor, of 12 Chequers Rd. East Grinstead and Jennie Hall (Miss), costumier, 39 High St. East Grinstead in 1938 have any connection with the above? Please contact Michael W.Hall, 33 Somerset Road, Failsworth, Manchester, England, M35 ONU gandolf@iclweb.com
  Posted 1997-08-30
  
  

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• To anyone who may be able to help: I am researching my family history and am hoping to discover any information about a children's convalescent home in the East Grinstead area during WW II - 1943. A name, address and whether the building still exists would be most helpful. Thanks Barbara Dean barbaraandjohn@wool.demon.co.uk
  Posted 1997-07-30
  
  

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• I am hoping to find someone with knowledge of Brambletye Manor, a reference to this place is found in the 1086 Domesday Book. I have also found a book, Brambletye House by Horace/Horatio Smith, 1826. In his book, Mr. Smith refers to the ruins of this mansion. Is their a printed history on this manor? Additionally, would like to know if there was a Bramblette/ Bromlett/ Bramlett family living in/around this area in the late 1600's. Please contact me. Any help will be appreciated. GMBP44@aol.com
  Posted 1997-06-30
  
  

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• Searching for Grinstead relatives! Searching for anyone with information on the Grinstead family that may have lived or are still living in East Grinstead. E-mail me Dshana1@aol.com
  Posted 1997-03-18
  
  

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• I am searching for all descendants of the DUFFIELD's listed in the E. Grinstead Parish Birth Registers (1597-1813). Need genealogies, histories, GEDCOM files of lineages, etc. Contact: Keith J. Duffield by E-Mail kdufield@compusmart.ab.ca
  Posted 1996-12-29
  
  

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• Searching for HENRY ALEXANDER of Forest Row, East Grinstead. Attended Sackville School 1972-78. Please send me your e-mail address. HY Class at Imberhorne School '76 - '81 - Searching for old class mates who attended Imberhorne School between 1976 and 1981, and were in the classes 1HY to 5HY. Please contact me via e-mail huggy@planeteer.com
  Posted 1996-12-29