my grandmother was Lauvenia Leighton, born 1881 in New Jersey. I have traced her lineage back to John Leighton, born 1651 in Ipswich and Martha Cneney. From there it has gotten pretty confusing to me. Most trees and information I find list Richard Leighton as John's father, but the Cheney book says John, son of John, married Martha. Would love to hear from someone who is also researching this family. Would love to find out if there are any connections between this family and Thomas,from Lynn, MA. Also, wondering where this family originated and if they have any connection to the Maine Leightons.