Thomas
BRUSH
Born
abt. 1715
,
Huntington, Suffolk, Crown Colony of New York
Died
1 November 1802
,
New Fairfield, Connecticut, USA
Parents & Family of Thomas BRUSH
Explore parents, grandparents, spouses, children, and the family connections surrounding Thomas BRUSH.
Parents
Grandparents
Spouse & Children
View family relationships1 recorded relationship(s)
Family Tree
Born: abt. 1715 in Huntington, Suffolk, Crown Colony of New York
Father:
Richard BRUSH
Mother:
Deborah WOOD
Thomas had an active role in U.S. Revolutionary War.
Tracing Ancestors Through Military Service Records: Unveiling Family Heroes
Spouse(s)/Partner(s) and Child(ren):
Thomas married Lucy BALL abt. 1744 in New Fairfield, Crown Colony of Connecticut . Lucy BALL was born abt. 1717 in East Haven, Connecticut, USA. Lucy died 25 June 1811 in New Fairfield, Connecticut, USA.
Thomas BRUSH died 1 November 1802 in New Fairfield, Connecticut, USA.
Details of the family tree of Thomas appear below.
Revolutionary Roots: American Revolution Ancestor Anti-Tax Tariffs Coffee Mug
Celebrate your revolutionary roots with our 'My Ancestor Fought in the American Revolutionary War' ceramic coffee mug! This mug is perfect for sipping your favorite brew while honoring your ancestor's contribution to American history. The humorous caption, 'which is why I never stop complaining about taxes!' adds a playful twist to your patriotic pride.
Spouse & Children of Thomas BRUSH
Thomas BRUSH married 
Lucy BALL
Marriage date: abt. 1744
Marriage place: New Fairfield, Crown Colony of Connecticut
Lucy BALLMarriage date: abt. 1744
Marriage place: New Fairfield, Crown Colony of Connecticut
Children of Thomas BRUSH and Lucy BALL
No children are currently listed for this couple.
Add Life Event
Have another record or photo?
Add a life event, census record, military record, obituary, achievement, or photograph for Thomas BRUSH.
Add a life event, census record, military record, obituary, achievement, or photograph for Thomas BRUSH.
Life & Records
Photos, life events, and historical records for Thomas BRUSH.
How to read this timeline
Records about Thomas BRUSH and family appear alongside historical events from the same years. Each item is labeled so you can quickly tell family records from historical context.
Records about Thomas BRUSH and family appear alongside historical events from the same years. Each item is labeled so you can quickly tell family records from historical context.
Revolutionary War
BRUSH, THOMAS
Ancestor #: A016206
Service: CONNECTICUT Rank(s): CIVIL SERVICE
Birth: 1715 HUNTINGTON SUFFOLK CO LONG ISLAND NEW YORK
Death: 11-1-1802 NEW FAIRFIELD FAIRFIELD CO CONNECTICUT
Service Source: HOADLY, PUB RECS OF STATE OF CT 1776-1778, VOL 3, P 9
Service Description: 1) JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, FAIRFIELD CO
RESIDENCE
1) City: NEW FAIRFIELD - County: FAIRFIELD CO - State: CONNECTICUT
SPOUSE
1) LUCY BALL
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Genealogy Research
If this is your direct ancestor and you are a woman, please consider joining the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Tracing Freedom's Legacy: A Genealogy Workbook for Descendants of Liberty
BRUSH, THOMAS
Ancestor #: A016206
Service: CONNECTICUT Rank(s): CIVIL SERVICE
Birth: 1715 HUNTINGTON SUFFOLK CO LONG ISLAND NEW YORK
Death: 11-1-1802 NEW FAIRFIELD FAIRFIELD CO CONNECTICUT
Service Source: HOADLY, PUB RECS OF STATE OF CT 1776-1778, VOL 3, P 9
Service Description: 1) JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, FAIRFIELD CO
RESIDENCE
1) City: NEW FAIRFIELD - County: FAIRFIELD CO - State: CONNECTICUT
SPOUSE
1) LUCY BALL
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Genealogy Research
If this is your direct ancestor and you are a woman, please consider joining the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Tracing Freedom's Legacy: A Genealogy Workbook for Descendants of Liberty
1784 - The bifocal lens is invented (Benjamin Franklin, United States)The oil lamp is invented (Aimé Argand, Switzerland)
Death
Name: Thomas Brush
Gender: Male
Burial Date:
Burial Place:
Death Date: 01 Nov 1802
Death Place: New Fairfield, Connecticut
Age: 87
Birth Date: 1715
Birth Place:
Occupation:
Race:
Marital Status:
Spouse's Name:
Father's Name:
Father's Birthplace:
Mother's Name:
Mother's Birthplace:
Indexing Project (Batch) Number: B03214-2
System Origin: Connecticut-EASy
GS Film number: 3097
Reference ID:
'Connecticut Deaths and Burials, 1772-1934,' database, FamilySearch (familysearch.org/ ark:/ 61903/ 1:1:F7C7-82K : 3 December 2014), Thomas Brush, 01 Nov 1802; citing New Fairfield, Connecticut, reference ; FHL microfilm 3,097.'
familysearch.org (Mormon Genealogy Records)
Unofficial Guide to FamilySearch.org: How to Find Your Family History on the World's Largest Free Genealogy Website
Name: Thomas Brush
Gender: Male
Burial Date:
Burial Place:
Death Date: 01 Nov 1802
Death Place: New Fairfield, Connecticut
Age: 87
Birth Date: 1715
Birth Place:
Occupation:
Race:
Marital Status:
Spouse's Name:
Father's Name:
Father's Birthplace:
Mother's Name:
Mother's Birthplace:
Indexing Project (Batch) Number: B03214-2
System Origin: Connecticut-EASy
GS Film number: 3097
Reference ID:
'Connecticut Deaths and Burials, 1772-1934,' database, FamilySearch (familysearch.org/ ark:/ 61903/ 1:1:F7C7-82K : 3 December 2014), Thomas Brush, 01 Nov 1802; citing New Fairfield, Connecticut, reference ; FHL microfilm 3,097.'
familysearch.org (Mormon Genealogy Records)
Unofficial Guide to FamilySearch.org: How to Find Your Family History on the World's Largest Free Genealogy Website
FINAL RESTING PLACE
Burial & Cemetery
Burial details for Thomas:
New Fairfield Cemetery New Fairfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, USA
RECORD HISTORY
Record added: 11/27/2017 6:07:03 PM
Last updated: 2/9/2022 4:57:14 PM
MORE WAYS TO EXPLORE
Explore Thomas BRUSH's Family & History
View charts and other tools for this ancestor and family.
New York was named after the English Duke of York and Albany (and the brother of England's King Charles II) in 1664 when the region called New Amsterdam was taken from the Dutch. (statesymbolsusa.org)Prior to 1664 - New Amsterdam
1664 - 1687 - New York Colony
1688 - 1689 - Dominion of New England
1690 - 1788 - Crown Colony of New York
July 26, 1788 - Virginia becomes 11th U.S. state
KEEP SEARCHING
Not the ancestor you were looking for?
Search for another person or explore genealogy by place.
Search for a Person by Name
Enter as much of the name as you know.
Search by Place
RESEARCH ON OTHER SITES
Continue Researching Thomas Brush
Search other genealogy websites using this ancestor's known name, dates, and places.
Continue your research with free genealogy links
Sign in to open targeted searches for this ancestor on Find a Grave, FamilySearch, and other collections.
New to GreenerPasture? Joining is free.GENEALOGY GIFTS & RESOURCES
Gifts & Resources Related to Huntington, Suffolk, New York
Explore local-history books, genealogy resources, and gifts connected with this ancestor's birthplace and family-history research.
GREENERPASTURE GENEALOGY SHOP
Genealogy Gifts from Our Shop
Browse a few family-history favorites, or visit the shop to see the full collection.
Grandma's Memories Hardcover Journal
Genealogy Humor Coffee Mug
Ask Me About My Ancestors Luggage Tag
Genealogy Definition Car Magnet
More places to shop
Questions, Corrections & New Information
Ask a question or share a correction, source, or new detail about Thomas BRUSH.
When possible, include names, dates, places, and sources so the information is easier to verify.