John Muir's Family Tree
John Muir, born on April 21, 1838, in Dunbar, Scotland, is a celebrated figure in the history of conservation. His life was rich with family ties that shaped his personal and professional journey. Below is a detailed look at his family tree, highlighting the significant relationships in his life.
Parents
- Father: Daniel Muir (died 1885)
- Mother: Ann Gilrye Muir (died 1896)
Spouse
- Married: Louie Wanda Strentzel on April 14, 1880
- Louie died: 1905 at age 59
- John Muir died: 1914 at age 76
Children
- Wanda Muir: Born March 25, 1881; Died July 1942 (age 60)
- Helen Muir: Born January 23, 1886; Died June 1964 (age 78)
Grandchildren
Wanda Muir's Family:
- Married Thomas Hanna in 1906; had six children:
- John Hanna: Lives in Napa, CA (as of 2004)
- Ross Hanna: Lives in Dixon, CA (as of 2004)
- Richard Hanna: Deceased (5/9/92)
- Strentzel Hanna: Deceased
- Bob Hanna: Deceased
- Jean Hanna deLipkau Clark: Deceased (only granddaughter)
Helen Muir's Family:
- Married Buel Funk; had four children. Helen and three sons changed their surname from Funk to Muir in 1940:
- Walter Muir
- Stan Muir: Deceased
- John Muir: Deceased
- Muir Funk: Deceased
John Muir's Siblings
Margaret Muir (1834-1910):
- Married John Reid in 1860
- Children: May (married Arthur Coleman)
Sarah Muir (1836-1932):
- Married David Galloway in 1856
- Children: Anna (married Eastman), George (died 1884 or 1885), Cecelia
David Muir (1840-1916):
- Married Katie Cairns (1862-65), then Juliette Treadway in 1890
- Children: David Wilberforce Muir
Daniel Muir (1843-1923):
- Married Emma Kenaston in 1871
- Children: Mabel
Annie Muir (1846-1907):
Mary Muir (1846-1921):
- Married Willis Hand in 1884
- Children: Helen (married Moore)
- Grandchildren: Ramona Hand Newman
Joanna Muir (1850-1923):
- Married Walter Brown in 1881
- Children: Ethel
