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Samuel Ely 1668–1732

Public Tree Person

What is a Public Tree Person?

A Public Tree Person is an ancestor documented independently by multiple YourRoots tree owners. When several researchers' family histories converge on the same person, we publish a shared page that combines what they've documented.

Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 6 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 6 trees
Death year and location consistent across 6 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
  • Star tree owner

6 researchers on YourRoots have Samuel Ely in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 4 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 6 independent trees

Born 9 May 1668 · Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Died 23 Aug 1732 · West Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Father Samuel Ely (1664–1665)
Mother Mary Day
Siblings Baby Ely, John Ely, Jonathan Ely, Joseph Ely, Martha Ely, Mary Ely, Nathaniel Ely, Nathaniell Ely, Ruth Ely, Samuel Ely

Researchers connected through Samuel Ely 1668–1732

and 5 more tree owners connected with Samuel Ely 1668–1732

Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
No spouse recorded
Children
No children recorded

Biography

The story of Samuel Ely began in 1668 in Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA. Samuel Ely passed away in 1732 in West Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA.

Sources

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    Record U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Applications, 1889-1970

Life Timeline

1668
Birth of Samuel Ely in Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Birth
1732
Death of Samuel Ely in West Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Samuel Ely

This ancestor line traces from Black Notley, Essex, England (1565) to Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA (1668) across 4 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Samuel Ely (1668–1732) was born in Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA and died in West Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA. 6 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, 6 researchers on YourRoots have Samuel 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 4 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.

Samuel Ely's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Samuel Ely PTP
1668–1732
Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
Samuel Ely PTP
1664–1665
Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Unknown
Grandparents
Samuel Ely PTP
1664–1665
Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown

Samuel Ely's Descendants

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Samuel Ely PTP 1668–1732