John Franklin Killian 1878–1953
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3 researchers on YourRoots have John Killian in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 4 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 3 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through John Killian 1878–1953
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Immediate Family
Biography
John Franklin Killian was born in 1878 in Glenwood, Sevier, Utah, the child of james leaman killian and rachel powell. In 1880, John Franklin Killian resided in Glenwood, Sevier, Utah. John Franklin Killian passed away in 1953 in Orangeville, Emery, Utah.
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1Census 1880 United States Federal Census
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John Killian
This ancestor line traces from Edgton, Shropshire, England (1772) to Glenwood, Sevier, Utah (1878) across 4 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John Killian (1878–1953) was born in Glenwood, Sevier, Utah and died in Orangeville, Emery, Utah. 3 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, 3 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 4 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.
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John Killian's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record