Forbes Genealogy

I have managed to trace my direct FORBES line back to Jacob FORBES, who was born abt. 1726. Jacob is somewhat of a mystery but according to my research I feel comfortable in knowing that he is definitely a part of my lineage.

According to the writings of William H. Tuttle, quite a few of the FORBES came from the Mohawk Valley region of New York and were members of the Dutch Reform Church. The name was often spelled Forbish when they first came to Madison County. In records the name is spelled Vorbes, Farbus, Farbos, Varrbush, and Farbusch. They settled in what is now the Town of Lincoln. (Names & Sketches of the Pioneer Settlers of Madison County, New York)

Following the migration of my FORBES ancestors, you will see that my research starts in New York, moves to Wisconsin and eventually ends up in Texas. You know what they say, "I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as quick as I could!" :-)

If you'd like some info on the Forbes clan, crest, tartan or history just click here!

Some Of The Surnames In This Line:

Forbes, Beal, Seeber, Sheridan, Howe, House, Buss

My Direct Line:

Click the link above to check out my direct line. This is just as it says, "Direct"! It will go to my father, grandfather, great-grandfather, etc... No going out to other lines, just straight back.

My Complete Line:

Once again, click on the link above to check out my complete line. Just as it says, it is complete. You will find everything that I know and it will branch out as far as I can. The only limitations is that it will not branch out to the Stevenson side. There is a separate section for that line!

Documentation & Sources

Click the link above to search through a list of documents that I have been able to acquire through my research.