Native of Ireland. Brothers: Allen, Arthur & William. 1860 Village of Clarkston census records listed John as a 59 year old retired farmer.
Wife, Sarah, age 59 according to 1860 census records was born in England
Daughters, according to 1860 census records, Emily M., age 23, and Mary, 13, both born in Michigan.
Also listed in the household in 1860 was Ellen M. Beesley, age 24, born in England.
John served as Town Clerk in 1852.
