John Lonnie Thomas 1774–1838
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4 researchers on YourRoots have John Thomas in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 27 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 4 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through John Thomas 1774–1838
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of John Lonnie Thomas began in 1774 in Giles, Virginia, United States. John Lonnie Thomas married phoebe sullivan, and had children including elizabeth white dove thomas. John Lonnie Thomas passed away in 1838 in Giles, Virginia, United States.
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1Census 1850 United States Federal Census
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John Thomas
This ancestor line traces from Castilla-Leon, Spain (n/a) to Giles, Virginia, British Colonial America (1774) across 27 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John Thomas (1774–1838) was born in Giles, Virginia, United States and died in Giles, Virginia, United States. 4 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, 4 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 27 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.
John Thomas's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record