Thank you so much for your reply... Would love to explore the possibility of a link to your
Wiley line. The info on David came from a biography and his obit. I have no info on his parents or siblings, but do know his parents were born in Ireland and that his father's name was William (noted on David's death certificate). I have tracked David in
Belmont and Guernsey Counties in the census in the 1840's and '50's, and note that
Jefferson and
Belmont counties have a common boundary, so perhaps? Please contact me directly at
kmessimer1@aol.com. Looking forward to hearing from you.