Descendants of William Eddy in New Bedford, Massachusetts
The Eddy family of New Bedford, Massachusetts, traces its roots to William Eddy, an English vicar who emigrated from Kent in the early 17th century. His son, Samuel, arrived in Plymouth in 1630 and established a prosperous lineage. Later descendants, like Job Eddy, became successful merchants and founders of the Eddy dry goods business. George M. Eddy further expanded the family enterprise into a prominent retail establishment in New Bedford, while also contributing to local organizations like the Y.M.C.A. and St. Luke’s Hospital.