Richard Rowley
Rowley initially emigrated to the valley with his family in 1856. However, he crossed the plains again several years later when he worked as a teamster for Daniel Thompson's out-and-back company in 1866.
The family sailed to America in 1856 on the ship Thornton.
Born in Leigh, Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom
1844 February 10
Mother
Father
William Rowley
Date Details
Occurred On 1844 February 10
Traveled in James G. Willie Company (1856)
1856 July 15 – November 9 (Age 11) Pioneers in Company
Traveling Group
Date Details
Started On 1856 July 15
Joined Company
Ended On 1856 November 9
Company Arrived
Traveled in Daniel Thompson Company (1866)
1866 July 24 – September 28 (Age 22) Pioneers in Company
Roles
Teamster
Date Details
Started On 1866 July 24
Joined Company
Ended On 1866 September 28
Company Arrived
Married Mary Ann Ray
1866 October 1 (Age 22)
Baptized
1870 April 17 (Age 26)
Died in Parowan, Iron, Utah, United States
1929 December 2 (Age 85)
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Richard Rowley (1844 - 1929) Profile