Lester Brandt Roberts 1851–1901
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Lester Roberts in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 13 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: September 17, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 3 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through Lester Roberts 1851–1901
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1851, Lester Brandt Roberts entered the world in Morton, Tazewell Co., IL, born to john montgomery roberts and ann waters. In 1870, Lester Brandt Roberts resided in Morton, Tazewell, Illinois, USA. In 1880, Lester Brandt Roberts resided in Morton, Tazewell, Illinois, USA. Lester Brandt Roberts passed away in 1901 in Morton, Tazewell Co., IL.
Sources
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1Census 1860 United States Federal Census
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2Census 1870 United States Federal Census
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3Census 1880 United States Federal Census
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Lester Roberts
This ancestor line traces from Kentchurch, Herefordshire, England (1419) to Morton, Tazewell Co., IL (1851) across 13 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Lester Roberts (1851–1901) was born in Morton, Tazewell Co., IL and died in Morton, Tazewell Co., IL. 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 (A) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 3 researchers on YourRoots have Lester 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 13 generations of this lineage geographically.
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Lester Roberts's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record