Looking for the parents of my ancestors - James Selmes born 1812 in Brede, Sussex, England and his wife Maria Cook born 1814 Guestling, Sussex, England. I have have two conflicting options at present. They came to Australia in 1833.

Hello,

James Selmes born 1812 England died Jan 19 1892 Australia.
His father was Jesse Selmes born 1791 England and died sept 27 1861 Australia.
His mother was Anne Gurr.
Maria Cook born 1814 in England died may 17 1901 in Australia. her father was Daniel Cook and mother was sarah Edwards.Hope this helps. Not related. Cindy-Lou

Who was Ann Gurr's parents does anyone know?

Hi,
I have Ann Gurr's parents listed as:
Thomas Gurr born c1749 in Peasmarsh, Sussex & Ann Almond born c1753. They were married 31 Aug 1774. Ann Gurr was baptised 1 July 1792.
Hope this helps.
Regards Kim

Do you also have the parents for the John Gurr that married Daniel Cook's sister Ruth?

Trina

Hi again,
sorry I can't help with that one
Kim

Hi there,
Ann Gurr's parents were Thomas Gurr (born abt 1749) & Ann Almond (born abt 1753). Both born in Peasmarsh, England. They married 31 Aug 1774.
Hope this helps,
Regards Kim

Hi
My ancestors are James Selmes and Maria Cook also.
Interested to know which 'branch' you are from?
Look forward to hearing,
Kerry

Hi Kerry
I am descended from their youngest son Spencer Selmes born 1862 & then his son William James Selmes born 1892 (who was my grandfather).
Cheers
Kim Bowen

Hi Kim,
Thanks for the response.
Spencer's brother James Daniel Selmes b1835 had 11 children one was Elizabeth b 1876 (my husband's grandmother)
I am new to this site.
Would love to share info.
Cheers
Kerry