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William Foord Ford 1633–1721

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
Death year and location consistent across 2 trees

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C Reliability
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Reliability Score: C
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Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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2 researchers on YourRoots have William Ford in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 2 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: C — verified across 2 independent trees

Born 4 Nov 1633 · Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA
Died 7 Feb 1721 · Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States of America
Father William Foord Deacon Ford
Spouse Sarah Dingley
Children Dea Joseph Ford

Researchers connected through William Ford 1633–1721

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Immediate Family

Biography

The story of William Foord Ford began in 1633 in Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA. In 1631, William Foord Ford resided in USA. In 1632, William Foord Ford resided in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. William Foord Ford married sarah dingley, and had children including dea joseph ford. William Foord Ford passed away in 1721 in Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States of America.

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Life Timeline

1631
William Foord Ford resided here in USA
Residence
1632
William Foord Ford resided here in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA
Residence
1633
Birth of William Foord Ford in Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA
Birth
1650
William Foord Ford was married in Weymouth, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA
Marriage
1658
William Foord Ford was married in Marshfield, Plymouth, MA
Marriage
1661
William Foord Ford was married in Birmingham, Warwickshire, England
Marriage
1663
William Foord Ford was baptized in Wiltshire, England
Baptism
1667
William Foord Ford was married in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States
Marriage
1678
William Foord Ford was married in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA
Marriage
1721
Death of William Foord Ford in Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA
Death
1721
William Foord Ford - Probate in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA
Probate
1778
William Foord Ford was baptized in Wareham, Dorset, England
Baptism
1850
William Foord Ford resided here in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
Residence
1878
William Foord Ford was married in Cropthorne, Worcester, England
Marriage

Oldest Ancestor Line from William Ford

This ancestor line traces from Southwark, Surrey, England (1604) to Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA (1633) across 2 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

William Ford (1633–1721) was born in Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA and died in Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States of America. 2 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 (C) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have William 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 2 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.

William Ford's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
William Foord Ford PTP
1633–1721
Marshfield, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
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Grandparents
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William Ford's Descendants

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William Foord Ford PTP 1633–1721