Massey family

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The Massey families are prominent Canadian and North Carolina (USA) families. The Canadian Masseys are known for manufacturers of farm equipment and are active patrons of the Canadian arts. The North Carolina Masseys are descended from Thomas Massey who immigrated from Cheshire, England to Philadelphia, PA in 1683 on the Endeavor sloop.

• Daniel Massey (1798–1856) Canadian blacksmith, producer of farm implements
  • Hart Massey (1823–1896) Canadian businessman and philanthropist
    • Chester D. Massey
      • Raymond Massey (1896–1983), Canadian born actor, US citizen 1944
        • Anna Massey (born 1937), British actress
        • Daniel Massey (1933–1998), British actor
      • Vincent Massey (1887–1967), Governor General of Canada

Buildings named in the honour of members of the family:

• Hart House
• Massey Hall
• Massey College