John Edward Reagan
Member of the Reagan Family
Married to Nelle Wilson Reagan · Parent of 2
Family snapshot
Three generations at a glance
Life story
Biography
Salesman known as "Jack"; father of President Ronald Reagan
John Edward Reagan occupies generation 3 of this recorded lineage partner to Nelle Wilson Reagan and parent of Neil Reagan and Ronald Reagan. Their place in the family is best understood through the relationships preserved in the tree.
Within the wider Reagan Family, this life forms part of a network spanning 3 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
Milestones
Life timeline
1883
Born
The beginning of John Edward Reagan's recorded life.
Family
Married Nelle Wilson Reagan
A partnership that connects two branches of the Reagan family.
Next generation
Family line continues
2 children recorded in this branch: Neil Reagan and Ronald Reagan.
1941
Died
The close of a life whose connections continue through the family record.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were John Edward Reagan's children?
John Edward Reagan had 2 children: Neil Reagan and Ronald Reagan.
Who did John Edward Reagan marry?
John Edward Reagan was married to Nelle Wilson Reagan.
What family tree does John Edward Reagan belong to?
John Edward Reagan appears in the Reagan Family family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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