John Ames 1672–1756
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6 researchers on YourRoots have John Ames in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 2 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: September 17, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 6 independent trees
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Immediate Family
Biography
John Ames was born in 1672 in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA, the child of john ames and sarah willis. John Ames passed away in 1756 in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Sources
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1Burial Records England, Select Deaths and Burials, 1538-1991
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2Burial Records U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
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3Record Mayflower Births and Deaths, Vol. 1 and 2
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4Birth Records Massachusetts, Compiled Birth, Marriage, and Death Records
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5Record Pennsylvania, U.S., Society of Mayflower Descendants Applications
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6Church Records England, Select Norfolk Church of England Parish Registers
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John Ames
This ancestor line traces from Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA (1647) to Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA (1672) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John Ames (1672–1756) was born in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA and died in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. 6 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 6 researchers on YourRoots have John in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 2 generations of this lineage geographically.
- It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
- Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.
Related Records
John Ames's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record