Ruth Bass 1662–1699
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32 researchers on YourRoots have Ruth Bass 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: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 32 independent trees
Researchers connected through Ruth Bass 1662–1699
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Ruth Bass began in 1662 in Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA. Ruth Bass passed away in 1699 in Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA.
Sources
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1Record Geneanet Community Trees Index
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2Burial Records Global, Find a Grave® Index for Burials at Sea and other Select Burial Locations, 1300s-Current
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3Burial Records U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
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4Marriage Records U.S., New England Marriages Prior to 1700
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5Record Mayflower Births and Deaths, Vol. 1 and 2
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Ruth Bass
This ancestor line traces from Harwich, Tendring District, Essex, England (1599) to Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA (1662) across 3 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Ruth Bass (1662–1699) was born in Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA and died in Braintree, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA. 32 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, 32 researchers on YourRoots have Ruth 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.
Related Records
Ruth Bass's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record