John Woods 1578–1697
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3 researchers on YourRoots have John Woods 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: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 3 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through John Woods 1578–1697
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of John Woods began in 1578 in Norwich, Norfolk, England. John Woods married mary allen, and had children including edward woode. John Woods passed away in 1697 in Marlborough, Worcester, Massachusetts, United States.
Sources
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1Immigration U.S. and Canada, Passenger and Immigration Lists Index, 1500s-1900s
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John Woods
This ancestor line traces from Norwich, Norfolk, England (1552) to Norwich, Norfolk, England (1578) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John Woods (1578–1697) was born in Norwich, Norfolk, England and died in Marlborough, Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. 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 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.
John Woods's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record