Dum Spiro Spero - Families

Families

Dum spiro spero is the family motto of numerous families worldwide, including:

  • The Dearden Family
  • The Clan MacLennan. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clan_MacLennan
  • the Olphert family (Ballyconnell, Ireland) The motto and the family coat of arms is still visible above the door at Ballyconnell House, Donegal
  • The Dillon family (Ireland).

The Thompson Clan (Irish)

The Young family - displayed st Stanhiil Court, Surrey, in the stained glass window showing the Family Arms of William Young ( Deputy Chairman and co-founder of Lloyds of London)

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