Joseph Cheney 1647–1704
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15 researchers on YourRoots have Joseph Cheney in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 1 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 15 independent trees
Researchers connected through Joseph Cheney 1647–1704
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1647, Joseph Cheney entered the world in Roxbury, Suffolk, Massachusetts, United States, born to william cheney sr and margaret cule cole. Joseph Cheney passed away in 1704 in Medfield, Norfolk, Massachusetts, United States.
Sources
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1Record American Genealogical-Biographical Index (AGBI)
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2Record Millennium File
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3Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900
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4Marriage Records U.S., New England Marriages Prior to 1700
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5Record North America, Family Histories
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6Marriage Records Massachusetts, Compiled Marriages
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7Record U.S., Family History Books
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Joseph Cheney
Frequently Asked Questions
- Joseph Cheney (1647–1704) was born in Roxbury, Suffolk, Massachusetts, United States and died in Medfield, Norfolk, Massachusetts, United States. 15 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, 15 researchers on YourRoots have Joseph 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.
- 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.
Related Records
Joseph Cheney's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record