John Andrew Smythe\Smith 1579–1640
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2 researchers on YourRoots have John Smythe\Smith in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 12 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 2 independent trees
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Immediate Family
Biography
John Andrew Smythe, Smith was born in 1579 in Owlcotes, Yorkshire, England, the child of sir andrew smith the elder. John Andrew Smythe, Smith married margaret burnley, and had children including william smith smyth. John Andrew Smythe, Smith passed away in 1640 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John Smythe\Smith
This ancestor line traces from Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland (1210) to Owlcotes, Yorkshire, England (1579) across 12 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John Smythe\Smith (1579–1640) was born in Owlcotes, Yorkshire, England and died in Leeds, Yorkshire, England. 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 (B) 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 12 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 Smythe\Smith's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record