Category Archives: Cemetery Research

December’s To-Do List from a Genealogist – Wisdom Wednesday

Posted on December 12, 2012 by

The months of November and December always seem to move by so fast! Thanksgiving with its wonderful weather was a welcome change, and I was even more gratified by having some time to discuss genealogy with my family, albeit in … Continue reading →

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Genealogy Club Webinar: Finding an Ancestors Disasterous End – Tombstone Tuesday

Posted on October 30, 2012 by

We all want a happy ending, but for some of us that may not be how the story ends. As a genealogist, I’ve learned it can be easy to track down an ancestor when they’ve passed away horribly or under … Continue reading →

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What’s the Buzz About Billiongraves? – Tombstone Tuesday

Posted on June 22, 2012 by

As a librarian, I hate to send to send my patrons to more than one place to find information.  But when dealing with genealogy research, I often need direct people to multiple resources to help folks find what they need. … Continue reading →

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Cemetery Hijinks Do Not Include Stone Tipping – Funny Friday

Posted on June 8, 2012 by

We’re prepping for our Naperville Cemetery Tour on Wednesday, June 13, and I hope you’re ready to join us! While preparing for our tour, symbolism scavenger hunt, and grave dousing have led me to think about several facets of cemetery … Continue reading →

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