Standish Family Georgetown Reunion

In 1818 three brothers emigrated to Canada from Queen's County Ireland. Two brothers, Matthew and Robert, stayed in Rougemont Quebec, and our ancestor, Joseph Standish (b. 1770) brought his family to the newly opened Esquising Township, southwest of what is now Georgetown Ontario.

This is the first Reunion for the Joseph Standish decendants. The Rougemont branch has held reunions in the past and is holding another one this year as well.

AGENDA FOR THE DAY

11 AM Meet and greet in the church hall. Bring your photos and memorabilia.

12 PM Lunch will be available while we hear from some invited speakers including Prof. Susan Houston, Social Historian (and sister of the late Dick Houston who wrote Numbering the Survivors); Esquising Historical Society representatives; Dymphna Standish from the family branch that stayed in Ireland and any others who would like to share their family story.

2:30 PM to 4 PM Options:

• drive to concession 6 to view the family homestead (with the owner's permission we will hopefully be able to walk around the grounds)
• Walk across the street to St. John's cemetery to view some of the oldest ancestors.
• Drive into Georgetown to the Greenwood cemetery to view, Standishes, Leslies, McCulloughs and more. This is a big cemetery! Lists and addresses will be available to go on your own.

4 PM End of organized events. Optional group dinner event if there is enough interest.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

Bring any photos or memorabilia you have to share and any updates (births, marriages, deaths, etc) on your specific branch so that we can update the Numbering the Survivors book.

FAQs

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

You pretty much need to drive. Parking is available in front of the church and in the field to the west. If you need a ride, let us know and we will see about car pooling.

FAQs

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

You can contact me through email at 4patsyduffy@gmail.com or standish.reunion@gmail.com or call me at 416-532-5981. Not sure where your ancestor fits into the Standish tree? Have a look at our public tribal pages website.