County Offaly, James Lawlor, Walsh Island

James Lawlor -Union Civil War Soldier. Born In Garrymona, Near The Village Of Walsh Island In County Offaly.

James Lawlor, born in County Offaly, served in the Civil War before settling in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Tragically, in November 1878, he and three of his young children died from diphtheria within two weeks. His wife, Mary, persevered despite numerous losses and ultimately passed away in 1926, leaving a legacy of resilience.