Brief Life History of Benjamin
When Benjamin Loomis was born about 1768, in Hartford, Connecticut, United States, his father, John Loomis, was 36 and his mother, Redexselena Wolcott, was 34. He married Nancy Geer in September 1802. They were the parents of at least 6 sons and 5 daughters. He lived in East Hartford, Hartford, Connecticut, United States in 1850. He died on 11 January 1851, at the age of 84, and was buried in East Windsor, Hartford, Connecticut, United States.
Photos and Memories (0)
Do you know Benjamin? Do you have a story about him that you would like to share? Sign In or Create a FREE Account
Family Time Line
Sources (11)
- Benjamin Loomis in household of Orrin Franklin, "United States Census, 1850"
- Benjamin Loomis, "Connecticut Deaths and Burials, 1772-1934"
- Benj. in entry for Emily F. Loomis Tarbox, "Connecticut, Deaths, 1640-1955"
Spouse and Children
Children (11)
+6 More Children
Parents and Siblings
Siblings (10)
+5 More Children
World Events (8)
1776
Thomas Jefferson's American Declaration of Independence endorsed by Congress. Colonies declare independence.
1781 · British Forces Capture Fort Griswold
The capture of Fort Griswold was the final act of treason that Benedict Arnold committed. This would be a British victory. On the American side 85 were killed, 35 wounded and paroled, 28 taken prisoner, 13 escaped, and 1 twelve year old was captured and released.
1791
Bill of Rights guarantees individual freedom.
Name Meaning
English: habitational name from a lost place near Bury inLancashire, recorded in the Middle Ages as Lumhalghs, andapparently named with the Old English elements lumm ‘pool’ +halh ‘nook, recess’.
Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.
Possible Related Names
Discover Even More
As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story.