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Seeds of the Revey Family Tree
Discover the Revey family's impact on Monmouth County by exploring their remarkable history. Our ancestors have left their mark on the region and understanding their achievements can help us appreciate the path that led us to where we are today. Let's uncover this rich history together.
Reve, Revy, Revey, Reavy, Reevey,
The Revey Family History site is dedicated to exploring and preserving our ancestral heritage. Our passion for documenting and sharing the stories of our ancestors has led us on a journey of discovery that has been both fascinating and enlightening.
Along the way, we have encountered many variations of the Revey surname, ranging from REVY to REVEY. Through diligent research, we are charting the course of our family’s legacy, and we invite you to join us on this journey.
Source: New Jersey U.S. Compiled Census and Census Substitute index 1643-1890
Benjamin Revey 1784, 1785, 1786, 1795 -Shrewbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey Tax list
James Revy, 1781, 1784 1786, 1795 -Freehold, Monmouth County, New Jersey May & July Tax list (Free Negro)
Samuel Revey 1784, -Shrewbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey Tax list
Thomas Revey 1789, -Shrewbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey July & August Tax list
Benjamin Revey
Benjamin Revey was born about 1771 in Monmouth County, New Jersey, possibly the son of Thomas Revy, but further research is needed to confirm this information. On December 7, 1811 in Middexsex County, New Jersey, Benjamin Revey married Catherine RUNYON. (b. Abt. 1780 in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
Benjamin Revey
Benjamin Reevey was born about 1821 in Monmouth County, New Jersey, the son of Benjamin and Catherine (Runyon) Revey. Benjamin Revey, married Mary Ann Revy, the daughter of Joseph and Harriett Revy of Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Benjamin and Mary Ann Revey's children were:
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Joseph Reevey, born about 1833 in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County New Jersey.
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Thomas Reevey born about 1835 in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County New Jersey.
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Margaret Reevey born about 1841 in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Catherine Reevey born about 1844 in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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William Reevey born about 1846 in Shrewsbury Monmouth County New Jersey.
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Charles Reevey born about 1847 in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Richard Reevey born about 1850 in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Richard Revey
Richard Revey was born about 1814 in Monmouth County, New Jersey, son of Benjamin and Catherine (Runyon) Revey. Richard Revey married Nancy in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Richard and Nancy Revey's children were:
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Mary Revey born 1838 in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Thomas Revey born 1840 in Monmouth County, New Jersey
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Abigail Revey born 1842 in Monmouth County, New Jersey
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Benjamin Revey born 1844 in Monmouth County, New Jersey
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Margaret Revey born 1846 in Monmouth County, New Jersey
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Rebecca Revey born 1848 in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Charles Revey, born 1851 in Monmouth County New Jersey
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Vianer Revey born 1854 in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Joseph Revey born 1856 in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Thomas Revey
Joseph Revey
James Revey
Rebecca Revey
Let's Put it All Together
Richard Peter Revey born 1784 in Monmouth County, New Jersey married Susan VAN SNEADEN in Pine Brook, Monmouth County, New Jersey. Richard and Susan's daughter, Elizabeth S. Revey born 1826 in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Elizabeth Revey married Issac Revey Richardson.
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Isaac Revey Richardson, "Indian Ike" born 1818 in Monmouth County, New Jersey son of Joseph Richardson and Rebecca Revey
Isaac and Elizabeth Richardson's children:
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Jonathan Richardson
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Emma D. Richardson
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Elizabeth Richardson
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Isaac W. Richardson
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Richard P. Richardson
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Susan R. Richardson
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Joseph S. Richardson
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Reselle Richardson
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Rebecca Richardson
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Isaac was employed as a carpenter. Isaac Richardson died on February 29, 1904 in Monmouth County, New Jersey. He is buried at Mount Prospect Cemetery.
Isaac Revey Richardson
Elizabeth Susan Revey
Emma D. Richardson
Johnson Benjamin Revey and his wife, Restelle Richardson Revey
Sand Hill Indians. The late Johnson and Restelle Revey. Johnson was descended from two New Jersey Indian families: his mother was a Johnson, his father a Revey. Restelle Revey had a Cherokee father named Richardson, and a Delware Indian mother.
Benjamin (James) Revey married Rebecca Lucinda Holmes. Johnson Benjamin Revey was born on April 2, 1859, in Monmouth County, New Jersey, the son of Benjamin James Revey and Rebecca Lucinda (Holmes) Revey.
On October 19, 1893 in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Johnson Revey married Restelle Richardson. They had a daughter, Lucinda Revey baptized at Trinity Church in Asbury Park, there are not any other records about Lucinda. Their sons were James Revey and Robert Vincent Revey. The family lived in New York City.
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Robert Vincent Revey married Vivian Ritter. And they had Mercedes Revey born 1925 and James "Lone Bear" Revey.
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Preserving Indigenous Hertiage
James "Lone Bear" Revey was deeply committed to preserving his family's Indigenous heritage. As a passionate advocate for Lenape culture, he shared his knowledge and traditions with others, ensuring their continued legacy. He served as a consultant at Seton Hall University, where he educated students and faculty about the rich history and customs of the Lenape people.
Through his work, Revey played a crucial role in keeping his culture alive, fostering a greater understanding and appreciation of Indigenous traditions among future generations. His dedication to cultural preservation was a testament to his enduring legacy.
Robert Revey
Robert Revey was born about 1800 in Monmouth County, New Jersey. On July 9, 1826, in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey, Robert Revey married Sarah RICHARDSON.
Robert and Sarah Revey's children:
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Robert Reevey, born 1844 in Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, New Jersey. Robert married Anna HOLMES.
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Robert and Anna HOLMES Reevey's children were:
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George Reevey, born 1867, in Monmouth County New Jersey
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Robert A. Reevey, born 1869, Monmouth County New Jersey
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Edward Reevey, born 1872 in Monmouth County New Jersey
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Barzilla Reevey born June 29, 1875, in Monmouth County, New Jersey
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Howard Reevey, born 1878 in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Benjamin Revey
Benjamin Revey was born about 1835, in Monmouth County, New Jersey, the son of Richard and Nancy Revey of Monmouth County, New Jersey. Benjamin married Mary Elise (Nickens) daughter of Hiram and Leta (Revey) Nickens.
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Benjamin and Mary E. (Nickens) children were:
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Andrina Revey, born 1867 in Eatontown, Monmouth County, New Jersey. She married Louis Livingston, son of George and Sarah Jane (Sylvester) Livingston in 1885.
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Phineas W. Revey, born 1869 in Eatontown, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Catherine Revey, born 1872 in Eatontown, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Wilameta Revey, born 1874 in Eatontown, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
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Charles S. Revey born 1876 in Eatontown, Monmouth County New Jersey.
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Bloomfield Revey, born 1878 in Eatontown, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Benjamin & Mary E. (Nickens) Revey
In Memoriam: Benjamin Revey (1833-1897)
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Mary E. Revey (1848-1904)
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Benjamin Revey, born in 1832, made an indelible mark on the local community before his passing in 1897. His contributions and endeavors continue to resonate through the corridors of time. Following him in eternal rest was his beloved wife, Mary E. Revey, who passed away in 1904 in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Their stories and the legacy they left behind are an essential part of the region's history.
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Join us in paying tribute to these esteemed individuals by exploring the profound history that lies within the tranquil surroundings of White Ridge Cemetery. Uncover the family ties, the era they lived in, and the impact they made in shaping the vibrant tapestry of Monmouth County.
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For those seeking to trace their lineage back to the Revey family or learn more about their local heritage, a visit to White Ridge Cemetery could be a poignant and enlightening journey. Discover the past and honor the lives of Benjamin and Mary E. Revey, whose footsteps have left an everlasting imprint on Monmouth County, New Jersey.
