John Smith (1822–1855) was born in New Salem, Franklin, MA and died in Parowan, Iron, Utah. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees.

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John Calvin Lazell Smith 1822–1855

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Last updated: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: C — verified across 2 independent trees

Born 08 Sep 1822 · New Salem, Franklin, MA

Died 30 Dec 1855 · Parowan, Iron, Utah

Spouse Sarah Fish

Children Sarah Jane Smith

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The story of John Calvin Lazell Smith began in 1822 in New Salem, Franklin, MA. John Calvin Lazell Smith married sarah fish, and had children including sarah jane smith. John Calvin Lazell Smith passed away in 1855 in Parowan, Iron, Utah.

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Birth of John Calvin Lazell Smith in New Salem, Franklin, MA

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: John Smith (1822–1855) was born in New Salem, Franklin, MA and died in Parowan, Iron, Utah. 2 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 (C) based on cross-tree validation.
: Right now, 2 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 1 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.
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John Calvin Lazell Smith PTP

1822–1855

New Salem, Franklin, MA