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Mary Shed 1647–1688

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 5 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 5 trees
Death year and location consistent across 5 trees

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B Reliability
B
Reliability Score: B
Medium — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
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5 researchers on YourRoots have Mary Shed in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 3 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 5 independent trees

Born 01 OCT 1647 · Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA
Died 17 AUG 1688 · Billerica, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA
Father Daniel Shed (1620–1708)
Mother Mary Elizabeth Gurney
Siblings Elizabeth Shedd

Researchers connected through Mary Shed 1647–1688

and 4 more tree owners connected with Mary Shed 1647–1688

Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
No spouse recorded
Children
No children recorded

Biography

In 1647, Mary Shed entered the world in Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA, born to daniel shed and mary elizabeth gurney. Mary Shed passed away in 1688 in Billerica, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA.

Sources

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    Vital Records Massachusetts, U.S., Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988

Life Timeline

1647
Birth of Mary Shed in Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA
Birth
1688
Death of Mary Shed in Billerica, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Mary Shed

This ancestor line traces from Braintree, Essex, England (1596) to Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA (1647) across 3 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mary Shed (1647–1688) was born in Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA and died in Billerica, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA. 5 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, 5 researchers on YourRoots have Mary 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 3 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.

Mary Shed's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Mary Shed PTP
1647–1688
Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
Daniel Shed PTP
1620–1708
Braintree, Essex, England
Unknown
Grandparents
Daniel Shed PTP
1620–1708
Braintree, Essex, England
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown

Mary Shed's Descendants

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MS
Mary Shed PTP 1647–1688