Olneyville Rhode Island

Ancestors of Charles Jarvis Holmes of Marshfield and Rochester MA

Charles Jarvis Holmes

The Holmes family has a storied lineage in both New England and England, dating back to 1066 when John Holmes, a captain in William the Conqueror’s army, was granted land in Yorkshire. The family emigrated to New England, with notable descendants including Charles Jarvis Holmes of Marshfield and Rochester, a distinguished lawyer and public servant. His lineage includes several generations of influential figures, contributing to the legal, financial, and public life of the region, fostering a legacy of honor and service.

Joshua Remington Family of Newbury Massachusetts

Joshua Remington, born May 29, 1798, in Providence, R.I., was the son of Stephen and Sarah Remington, tracing his lineage back to John Remington, an early settler of Newbury, Massachusetts. After his father’s death, he worked in cotton mills before turning to soap manufacturing. A director at Massasoit Bank, he was known for his sound judgment and kind nature. Joshua was active in community and church affairs, joining the Methodist Church and local lodges. He married Joanna Lawton, fathering nine children, including Mary Anna, who married Charles Jarvis Holmes. He passed away in Fall River on June 15, 1876.