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History of Ontario County, New York, part 2

History of Ontario County, New York

The History of Ontario County, New York genealogical section provides an extensive array of surnames, indicating the comprehensive nature of the section in Part 2. These genealogies not only serves as a reference for individuals researching family histories but also reflects the diverse settler and immigrant populations that have contributed to the fabric of Ontario County. Each surname represents a family’s journey, struggles, and contributions to the county’s development over centuries.

Biographical Sketch of William Ottley

William, son of Thomas Ottley, was born in Seneca, New York, and followed farming in Seneca Castle, New York. He married, December 17, 1835, Eliza Gates. Children, born at Seneca Castle: Benjamin F., October 17, 1836; Allen P., March 28, 1838, married Calista Marsh; Eliza Ann, June 24, 1840, married Palmer Ray; Harriet E., October 30, 1842; Martha Jane, December 5, 1844, married Charles Williams; Thomas D., February 3, 1847, married Nellie Froman; Emma A., November 25, 1849, married Albert Ridley; George W. mentioned elsewhere; James M., March 22, 1854, married Anna Hollist.

Biographical Sketch of Thomas Ottley

Thomas Ottley, immigrant ancestor, was born in Yorkshire, England, November 3, 1788, and came to this country in 1808, locating in Ontario county, New York, in what is now (1910) Seneca Castle. He cleared a farm in the forest and followed farming there the remainder of his life. When he came there were no bridges nor cross-roads and the settlers lived the lives of the pioneers. He became a prominent citizen and in 1831 represented the county in the state assembly at Albany. He was superintendent of Ontario county for thirty years and was much occupied in later years as … Read more

Biographical Sketch of George W. Ottley

George W.. son of William Ottley, was born at Phelps, New York, April 22, 1852, died May 9, 1910. He received his early education in the public schools. For many years he followed farming and afterward was a carpenter and builder in Phelps, New York. For four years he was the truant officer of Phelps. He was a prominent member of the Methodist Episcopal church and one of the official board. He was a member of the Maccabees. In politics he was a Democrat. He married Anna Ridley, born in Phelps, daughter of Thomas Ridley, of Phelps. Children: Alice Belle, … Read more

Biographical Sketch of G. Lynn Ottley

G. Lynn, son of George W. Ottley, was born in Phelps, August 27, 1882, and was educated there in the public schools. At the age of eighteen he was employed in the milk business by J. W. Donnelly, and afterward was clerk in a grocery store until 1909, when he bought the Snyder farm in Phelps, and since then he has followed farming there. For eight years he was a member of the Redfield Hook and Ladder Company and is now (1910) a member of the Exempt Firemen’s Society. He is a member of the Maccabees and of Wideawake Grange, … Read more