Charles Claffy was born circa 1817 in Ballinasloe, Ireland.

Married Bridget Clarke June 10, 1857 in Ballinasloe parish.

Children: Mary Anne b.1858, Margaret(Catherine) b.1860, Elizabeth b.1862, Bridget b.1864, Michael b.1867.

At one time the Claffy family lived on Reeves Lane in Ballinasloe.

Charles Claffy's occupation was listed as a night attendant in an asylum.

Charles Claffy died on October 9, 1869 at the age of 52.

Daughter Margaret married Patrick Malone in October 1878 in Loughrea, Co. Galway. Margaret died in January 1899 in Loughrea.

Daughter Elizabeth emigrated to Canada and married Edward Joseph Flannery from London Ontario. Elizabeth died in April 1927 in Hamilton Ontario.