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Thomas Gilbert 1659–1698

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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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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
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6 researchers on YourRoots have Thomas Gilbert in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 5 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, with linked records

Born 15 Mar 1659 · Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA
Died 14 May 1698 · Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA
Father Thomas Gilbert (1681–1753)
Mother Catherine Chapi
Spouse Abilene Marshfield
Children Thomas Gilbert
Siblings Henry Gilbert

Researchers connected through Thomas Gilbert 1659–1698

and 5 more tree owners connected with Thomas Gilbert 1659–1698

Biography

The story of Thomas Gilbert began in 1659 in Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA. Thomas Gilbert married abilene marshfield, and had children including thomas gilbert. Thomas Gilbert passed away in 1698 in Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA.

Sources

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    Burial Records U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current

Life Timeline

1659
Birth of Thomas Gilbert in Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA
Birth
1698
Death of Thomas Gilbert in Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Thomas Gilbert

This ancestor line traces from Somersetshire, England (1500) to Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA (1659) across 5 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Thomas Gilbert (1659–1698) was born in Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA and died in Springfield, Hampden County, 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 Thomas 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 5 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.

Thomas Gilbert's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Thomas Gilbert PTP
1659–1698
Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
Thomas Gilbert PTP
1681–1753
Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts, USA
Unknown
Grandparents
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown

Thomas Gilbert's Descendants

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Thomas Gilbert PTP 1659–1698
  1. 1. Thomas Gilbert PTP 1681–1753