Seth Gardner 1636–1707
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Seth Gardner in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 22 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 3 independent trees
Researchers connected through Seth Gardner 1636–1707
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1636, Seth Gardner entered the world in Salem, Essex, Massachusetts, United States, born to thomas gardner and margaret frier. Seth Gardner passed away in 1707 in Salem, Essex, Massachusetts, United States.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Seth Gardner
This ancestor line traces from Lower Lorraine, France (1000) to Salem, Essex, Massachusetts, United States (1636) across 22 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Seth Gardner (1636–1707) was born in Salem, Essex, Massachusetts, United States and died in Salem, Essex, Massachusetts, United States. 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 (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 3 researchers on YourRoots have Seth 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 22 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.
Seth Gardner's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record