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LisaLisson
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Find Your Ancestors, Grow Your Family Tree, Lose the Overwhelm!
Hey, there, I'm Lisa Lisson, and I am genealogy researcher, creator of genealogy masterclasses and blogger at Are You My Cousin?. I'm here to help you successfully find your ancestors and uncover those family stories! From records to old family photos, learn how to grow your family tree.
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🌳Grab my favorite genealogy resources, tips and strategies: The Big Genie List lisalisson.com/Big-Genie-List
Visit the Are You My Cousin? blog at LisaLisson.com.
CONTACT: Lisa [at] LisaLisson [dot] com
Hey, there, I'm Lisa Lisson, and I am genealogy researcher, creator of genealogy masterclasses and blogger at Are You My Cousin?. I'm here to help you successfully find your ancestors and uncover those family stories! From records to old family photos, learn how to grow your family tree.
🎥Stop Overlooking These 3 Totally FREE Genealogy Research Tools ua-cam.com/video/CgoLGGXFrHw/v-deo.htmlsi=KcXByZkCoZS-GhlF
🌳Grab my favorite genealogy resources, tips and strategies: The Big Genie List lisalisson.com/Big-Genie-List
Visit the Are You My Cousin? blog at LisaLisson.com.
CONTACT: Lisa [at] LisaLisson [dot] com
Don't Tell Your Kids, But Spelling Doesn't Count!
"Struggling to find ancestors because of name changes and variations? You're not alone! This video dives into the hilarious and sometimes frustrating world of name variations in genealogy research. Discover why names change, how to handle "creative spellings," and strategies to track down your elusive family members.
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- Storied.com lisalisson.com/Storied {affiliate link}
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🌟The Big Genie List is your FREE toolbox full of my favorite genealogy resources, databases and educational opportunities to assist you in the search for your ancestors. Get The Big Genie List here: lisalisson.com/Big-Genie-List
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//The PODCAST: 🎙️ PASSING THE PLATE
The Passing the Plate podcast is all about food, traditions, and the wonderful connections they create. Each week, co-hosts Ashley Covelli of "Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen" and Lisa Lisson of "Are You My Cousin?" will guide you on a flavor-packed adventure. Tune in to dive into family history, explore new cultures and cuisines, and preserve favorite recipes for future generations. Every episode of Passing the Plate guarantees to be a feast for the senses and a celebration of togetherness.
//ABOUT:
I'm Lisa Lisson, the genealogy expert behind Are You My Cousin?, a website designed to help genealogy researchers around the world grow their family trees without the overwhelm. Through hundreds of genealogy articles, UA-cam videos and international speaking opportunities, Lisa shares research strategies and how-to genealogy tutorials. Callisto Media recently published her latest book 100 Questions for Grandma.
Thanks so much for watching! 😀
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you with free content each week!
//CONTACT:
For all subscribers and business inquiries, please use this email: Lisa@LisaLisson.com
LINKS TO INCLUDE:
- Storied.com lisalisson.com/Storied {affiliate link}
- 15 Strategies to Help You Find a “Missing” Ancestor ua-cam.com/video/pktHqpCrP3g/v-deo.html
***This video is sponsored by Storied.com***
// SUBSCRIBE:
✅Be sure to subscribe for more awesomeness! ua-cam.com/channels/ejmBcXdgnqcMvkP7ilMJBg.html
//WATCH SIMILAR VIDEOS:
- 15 Strategies to Help You Find a “Missing” Ancestor ua-cam.com/video/pktHqpCrP3g/v-deo.html
// FREE RESOURCES
🌟Can’t find your ancestors in that census record? Grab my FREE 5 Things You CAN Do Census Records: lisalisson.com/census-tips
🌟The Big Genie List is your FREE toolbox full of my favorite genealogy resources, databases and educational opportunities to assist you in the search for your ancestors. Get The Big Genie List here: lisalisson.com/Big-Genie-List
🌟Ready to start researching your ancestor in that cemetery? Grab my FREE cemetery research guide “7 Steps To Your Cemetery Research” and get the most out of your research - lisalisson.com/cemetery-research-steps
Visit the Are You My Cousin? website! lisalisson.com/
//SHOP MY COURSES!
👉Take a MASTERCLASS: lisalisson.com/everything-page/
// // ARE YOU MY COUSIN? AFFILIATE PARTNERS
👉 Ancestry.com: lisalisson.com/Ancestry
👉 FindMyPast: lisalisson.com/FindMyPast
👉 MyHeritage: lisalisson.com/myheritage
👉 Legacy Tree Genealogists Coaching www.legacytree.com/lisalisson
👉 Vivid-Pix: lisalisson.com/Vivid-Pix
👉 Legacy Family Tree Webinars: lisalisson.com/legacyfamilytreewebinars
//COME SAY HI!
Facebook: areyoumycousin
Instagram: areyoumycousin
//The PODCAST: 🎙️ PASSING THE PLATE
The Passing the Plate podcast is all about food, traditions, and the wonderful connections they create. Each week, co-hosts Ashley Covelli of "Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen" and Lisa Lisson of "Are You My Cousin?" will guide you on a flavor-packed adventure. Tune in to dive into family history, explore new cultures and cuisines, and preserve favorite recipes for future generations. Every episode of Passing the Plate guarantees to be a feast for the senses and a celebration of togetherness.
//ABOUT:
I'm Lisa Lisson, the genealogy expert behind Are You My Cousin?, a website designed to help genealogy researchers around the world grow their family trees without the overwhelm. Through hundreds of genealogy articles, UA-cam videos and international speaking opportunities, Lisa shares research strategies and how-to genealogy tutorials. Callisto Media recently published her latest book 100 Questions for Grandma.
Thanks so much for watching! 😀
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you with free content each week!
//CONTACT:
For all subscribers and business inquiries, please use this email: Lisa@LisaLisson.com
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Genealogy Q&A: YOUR Questions Answered!
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Uncover your family history! This video tackles a variety of viewer-submitted genealogy questions for beginners & seasoned researchers alike. Learn essential tips, overcome research roadblocks, and unlock the secrets of your past. Grab a pen and paper, take notes, and leave your own questions in the comments below! Links Mentioned: - Family Tree Maker www.mackiev.com/ftm/ftm2024_coming_soon.htm...
Census Records | The Missing Piece to Your Family's Puzzle
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Census records hold more than numbers! This video reveals how they can be the missing piece to your family history puzzle. Discover hidden details, build timelines, and uncover surprising stories about your ancestors' lives. LINKS TO INCLUDE: - Storied.com - lisalisson.com/Storied {Affiliate link} - FREE Guide: 5 Things You CAN Do If You Cannot Find Your Ancestors in Census Records app.convertk...
No, You DON’T Need Another Genealogy Record
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Feeling stuck in your genealogy research? Hitting brick walls and dead ends? This video reveals the SECRET WEAPON (and why you don't need more records) genealogists often overlook: the power of reflection! Learn how taking breaks to ponder and mull over your research can lead to major breakthroughs. Watch now and unlock the hidden connections in your family history! ️ Links Mentioned: - Discove...
Discover Where Your Ancestors Are Buried! | Unveiling the Past
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Have you ever wondered where your ancestors are buried? 🤔 In this video, I am sharing 7 resources for you to search for your ancestor’s elusive final resting place. Sponsored by Archives.com LINKS TO INCLUDE: Archives.com archives.com FindAGrave findagrave.com Cemeterycensus.com Ancestry.com lisalisson.com/Ancestry MyHeritage lisalisson.com/myheritage FindMyPast tidd.ly/3qNGl7L // SUBSCRIBE: ✅B...
From Pixels to Pioneers: Utilizing the Library of Congress for Ancestral Insights
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In this video, I’m taking a deep dive into the fascinating Library of Congress Photo Collection and uncovering how genealogy researchers can utilize this incredible resource to piece together their family history puzzle. Explore historical snapshots, share practical tips, and see how Related Faces uses the LOC photo collection to identify those photos. Don't miss out on this enriching journey t...
Unleash Your Inner Sherlock: Top Genealogy Websites to Crack Your Family History
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Cracking open your family history but feeling lost in a sea of websites? This video is your guide! We'll explore the top 5 resources in essential categories, from free websites to social history archives, helping you navigate your research journey successfully and efficiently. Links Mentioned: - FamilySearch www.familysearch.org/ - Internet Archive archive.org/ - ArchiveGrid researchworks.oclc....
Mining Marriage Records for Clues | Don't Miss the Clues!
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Peek over my shoulder and discover how marriage records can provide essential clues for tracing your family lineage and unraveling long-lost connections. Whether you're a seasoned genealogist or just starting your journey into the past, this video has something for everyone. This video is sponsored by Archives.com Links Mentioned in Video: - Archives.com www.archives.com/ // SUBSCRIBE: ✅Be sure...
Unlock Your Genealogy Potential: Mastering Google Chrome Bookmarks for Seamless Research!
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In this video, I'll guide you through setting up and using Google Chrome bookmarks to streamline your genealogy research. From bookmarking your favorite websites to organizing them into folders, I'll show you how to keep your research organized and accessible across all your devices. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your research game, this tutorial has got you covered. /...
Discover Your Family History in Just 20 Minutes a Day!
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Ever get sucked into a genealogy rabbit hole and lose hours? Been there! But what if you could make real progress on your family tree in short, focused bursts? This video will show you exactly how! // SUBSCRIBE: ✅Be sure to subscribe for more awesomeness! ua-cam.com/channels/ejmBcXdgnqcMvkP7ilMJBg.html //WATCH SIMILAR VIDEOS: - Genealogy Research Plan - Don't Research Without One! ua-cam.com/vi...
Unlock the Mysteries of Your Family Photos with Fashion!
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Ever wonder who those stylish (or maybe not-so-stylish) folks are in your old family photos? Believe it or not, their clothes can unlock a treasure trove of info! Join us as we crack the code of fashion trends throughout history and learn how to date those mystery pics. Links Mentioned: - Related Faces www.relatedfaces.com/ - Fashion History Timeline fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/ [Use the "time pe...
They Weren't Lost, Just Hiding! Find Your Female Ancestors with Death Records
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Sometimes it feels like your female ancestors are playing hide-and-seek in the historical records! So, in this video, I’m sharing how to use death records (for her and other family) to find her! // SUBSCRIBE: ✅Be sure to subscribe for more awesomeness! ua-cam.com/channels/ejmBcXdgnqcMvkP7ilMJBg.html //WATCH SIMILAR VIDEOS: - How to Know You have the RIGHT Ancestor ua-cam.com/video/TqSQ_sx9ETE/v...
NEW MyHeritage Features Explored | Profile Pages & AI Biographer
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In this video, we're diving deep into the latest features on MyHeritage that are sure to take your family history research to the next level. Join me as I explore the newly introduced Profile Pages and AI Biographer, uncovering hidden stories and connecting with our ancestors in ways we never thought possible. Whether you're a seasoned genealogist or just starting out on your journey to discove...
Did Your Genealogy Go Up in Smoke? | When the Courthouse Burned
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Genealogy Gold: Hunting Ancestors Through Legal Notices
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Genealogy Gold: Hunting Ancestors Through Legal Notices
Preserving History: Tips for Identifying and Caring for Tintype Photos
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Preserving History: Tips for Identifying and Caring for Tintype Photos
15 Strategies to Help You Find a “Missing” Ancestor
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15 Strategies to Help You Find a “Missing” Ancestor
Beyond "I Do": A Beginner's Guide to Using Marriage and Divorce Records
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Beyond "I Do": A Beginner's Guide to Using Marriage and Divorce Records
Get the Most Out of Your RootsTech 2024 Experience!
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Get the Most Out of Your RootsTech 2024 Experience!
Who Is In That Old Family Photos | New Tool!
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Who Is In That Old Family Photos | New Tool!
Choose the Right Newspaper to Research Your Ancestors!
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Choose the Right Newspaper to Research Your Ancestors!
Interpreting Family History Through Vintage Photographs | Watch Over My Shoulder
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5 Top Genealogy Websites for I’m Loving Right Now
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3 Key Essentials Your Genealogy NEEDS
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How To Analyze Your Cabinet Card! | Old Family Photos
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Hunting Down Your Ancestor's Wedding Day
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Hunting Down Your Ancestor's Wedding Day
Avoid These 5 Common Errors in Your Historic Newspaper Research
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Avoid These 5 Common Errors in Your Historic Newspaper Research
Decoding Your Ancestor’s Birth Certificate for Family History Clues
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Decoding Your Ancestor’s Birth Certificate for Family History Clues
Unravel Your Family's History: A Beginner's Guide to Genealogy
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Unravel Your Family's History: A Beginner's Guide to Genealogy
I’ve found 9 variations of Baudermann, that means 9 different searches 👎
It took me quite a while to find my 2nd-great-grandparents' marriage record; John Dimond had been transcribed as John Binnord. I've got one family in my tree who changed their surname from Hunnybun to Vaughn for 2 censuses, then back again to Hunnybun.
Nicknames can be very tricky. I have a letter from someone signed Cissie and it took a lot of collateral research she was Emily, my father's cousin who we knew nothing of till doing family research
I was searching for the death certificate of a little girl named Carol Jean who died at age 7 from a seizure. I could not find it on any of the main genealogy websites. Then one day I was going through images of death certificates arranged alphabetically, looking for someone else with the same surname as Carol Jean, and I saw a death certificate for a Carroll Gene (male name). I almost skipped on by it, but then took a closer look and it was not for a man, but for a 7-year-old female child who died of epilepsy! Whoever prepared the certificate had messed up the name and it was only by accident that Carol Jean's record was found. Also, some relatives from Sweden (Anders and Sigrid Carlsson) were listed in a census, but could not be found by name search in the census 10 years later. After flipping through the census images for where they lived, a couple named Andrew and Sarah Carlson was found - and it was them. They had 'Americanized' their names.
The Howard / Harwood difference is similar sounding to one I encountered, but it wasn't a different name...it was an accent that got in the way. Think if when a northern person hears the southern draw of someone named Howard. Or how a stroke victim or someone hard of hearing their entire life may have pronounced the name...many things can happen. My two stumpers were when the last name was left off a census and the head of household went by a first and middle name. So, John Franklin and his entire family are showing with last name of Franklin which was his middle name. Another stumper was a family whose head of household was a census taker, but darn if he didnt skip listing his own family (and for each year he enumerated!)
Our Howards in Cumberland England sometimes called themselves Howarths.
I had an ancestor named Martha but the census taker spelled it Mothy. Just a nice phonetical spelling of how her name was pronounced, I guess!
Oh, my, that would be hard to find in transcribed records.
When my grandmas house was destroyed by a tornado we discover a box of old photos most of which as you were describing seem to date around early 1800's to early 1900's ,a few tin types. No idea who they are because we were never allowed to look at them. I don't see photographers name on any of them.
What an interesting story of how you found those pics. You might share them with the local genealogy society there and see if any collateral family or researchers recognize them.
3x great grandfather's given first/middle names: Jacob Heflin Polk; he went by Simon!
Now that's an interesting one. Wonder where Simon came from?
My grandfather was already past sixty the first time he needed to get a copy of his birth certificate. He discovered that the name his parents chose when he was born (Gilbert Madison) was nothing like the name they actually called him (Marshall Melvin). None of his siblings remembered him ever being called by the name on his birth certificate. When I looked into it years later I discovered that his parents had done the same thing with other children in the family as well. Seemingly they just changed their minds.
That is so interesting! I came across that for one of the grandfather's brother. We still have no idea why the change.
I come from the French Dionne line. I found about 7 variations of the last name including Dionne, Dion, Guyonne, Guyon, Guion, Guionne, and even Young!. I suspect some of them were penmanship or lack of knowledge of how to spell. But in some cases, it also was pronouncing the name with the French accent in America. I created a spreadsheet for reference of these name changes. Another surname issue is when there are 2 or more parts to the name. La Plante is one example. It's French and means "the plant." Some variations include La Plante, Laplante (one word), Plante, Laplante dit Madore, Madore, de la Bourliere, DeLaBoureliere, Labourier (Laborer), Boureliere. NOTE: dit in French means "called" or another name. De La means "of the" and since these are "prepositions" sometimes they are combined into 1 word or left off. It's interesting how the name La Plante (plant) turned into Labourier (laborer). Another surname is Rohde. This can be Rohde, Rhode, Roda. Some of these depended if they were on the Polish boundary or the German boundary. de la Bourliere, Laplante dit Madore, Madore, DeLaBoureliere, Labourier (Laborer), Boureliere. NOTE: dit in French means "called" or "another name.} De La means "of the" and since these are "prepositions" sometimes the propositions are left off. In the 1500s and before, there were no last names. So people used different variations to determine who they were talking about. If the job of that man was baker, his last name became BAKER. Or similarly Cook, Fisher, Farmer, etc. If his job was a blacksmith or tinsmith, the last name could be SMITH If he lived in a distinct area of land his last name might be River or Rivers, Hill, Forest or Forester, Beech or Beach, etc. If he had black or brown hair, his last name might be Black or Brown. If he had red hair, he might be called "Eric the Red" and his son would be "Leif Erickson." (Eric's son). or John's son (Johnson) A wagon maker might be Wagner or Wheeler. SURNAMES ARE FASCINATING!
Yes, surnames and names in general are so interesting! Thank you for sharing your experience with your family's surnames.
I have seen Irish surname Cronin spelled Cronan, Cronen, Crownan, Crownen, Cronnin, and Cromine, probably unintentionally.
Hi Lisa, I really enjoy your videos and all of the great tips I've gotten. I've been working on my family tree for about 40 years as well as my husbands family and have assembled trees for friends. My dilemma is not with first names but for one particular surname. My mother had the "unfortunate'' maiden name of Porn. I have been able to trace the name back to the late 1700's but am now stuck. I have found the name spelled as pam, pom, perne, pourne, parn, pern, perne. And because Porn is only four letters, I cannot do a wild card. The first James Porn immigrated from Ireland in the late 1700's to Rhode Island. I have reached out to Irish websites and there is not record of Porn being Irish, so no help on that side. His son, James (Jr?) was born in Rhode Island in 1816 and at some point moved to New York. I cannot find any evidence of the first James Porn other than his name on James' Jr. death certificate. I don't have his mother's name, but did find a Martha Porn in Rhode Island as a widow and James Jr had a sister who I was able to trace. So after 40 years I am still on the hunt for more information on the Porn's of the USA and Ireland.
Howard/Harwood? Maybe someone back in the family was dyslexic? My grandfather changed the spelling of his last name because there were DOUBLE letters TWICE which "were not needed". Herrmann became Herman.
Very possible. I do have circumstantial evidence that surname was originally Howard, but I can't prove it.
What's the rush Lisa? I'm from NY and you talk faster than me😅
Thanks for the feedback! I'm working on slowing down.
Tools to trim back grass growing over a tablet in the ground. Brush to use to clear away ,moss etc on tombstone. Spray bottle to spray water to better see writing on tombstone.
Excellent additions to the list!
I have a block for years! My mother’s parents divorced when she was 5. I knew his name and located him as born in Tallahassee, FL. He, my grandmother, my mother and uncle lived in Massachusetts. After the divorce, her farther moved to Peru, Illinois. The corresponded occasionally, but she never saw him again. She did not know anything about his parents and he was an only child. I finally (after years and years of record research) got his parents names and states where they were born - Pennsylvania and Maryland. My mother said their heritage was German and Dutch. Her father remarried and had a son whom he referred to as “Sonny Boy.” He was institutionalized as a child and I wonder about Downes Syndrome. So no descendants from him. That led me to speculate on Pennsylvania Dutch heritage or fire destroying records. Are there special records for the Pennsylvania Dutch? Do you have any advice that might help me learn about them? Shirley
I'm not familiar with research into the Pennsylvania Dutch. Contact a local genealogy society in that area for recommendations.
I could not help but notice the books behind you. One of my favorite cookbooks is on your top shelf! Your copy of the Huntsville Heritage Cookbook looks pristine compared to mine. LOL I have been catching up on genealogy because I put it aside a few years ago. Your videos are very informative. Thank you!
Oh, wow! I actually purchased that copy from a library book sale in Knoxville, TN! Hmmm...wonder how it ended up there.
Thanks for this video! I enjoyed it!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’d like to hear someone talk about how the Depression affected the 1930 & 40 Census. Good video
Oh, that's an excellent idea for a video! I've added it to my list. Stay tuned!
Wow you talk too fast for us to process what you’re saying…
You can always just press the PAUSE button and stop and take notes or whatever OR you can easily just go back one minute or more and REPEAT the particular section.
Thanks for the feedback! I'll pay attention to that. You can also change the playback time in the settings to a slower speed.
Thanks for the explanation about merging duplicate records for one person. Have you a video about how to handle this situation. Doris married William …. Had two children. Divorced. 10 years later, Doris marries Robert. Robert adopts the two children and they then have more children. For some reason I have duplicates of the children in Doris ‘ record. Not sure if I should use the same technique to merge them.
Not yet! I would need to look at that a little closer. Typically, the children would be only attached to their biological father.
I love City Directories! So much information and gives texture to the times they cover.
Oh, yes! City directories of the best!
the cheapest second hand scanner will do a better job than the better app out there
That’s very helpful information to me. I’m not well acquainted with spreadsheets, but I could do this! And, it helps so much to know how to organize the information. Thank you. Maybe you could try to speak a little slower.
Glad it was helpful!
James Lipton Lewis May 25th 1888- July 11th 1952 My great grandfather
Checklist please!
Noted! I'm working on more!
Some of the tools I like are Excel spreadsheets. I use one for "family group" and have 3 generations at my fingertips. It's helped me discover when a family immigrated and sometimes details pop up like someone remained single. Another one is the research log and census comparison chart. I created a list with most common/recent census years. Then I shade out the years not in the census for my research family. Now I don't have to search all the census records because this family didn't live in US before a certain date. Or they were in Canada and I need to find Canadian census records for certain years. Or 1 person died before next census so I don't need to continue to search for his or her records, but still research the spouse records in census. Finally, a timeline. I can include presidents, popes and social history based on the years. But it takes some time to maintain the information I find.
Excellent uses for a spreadsheet! I use Google Sheets (Google's version of a spreadsheet). It syncs across all my devices and I have everything at my fingertips.
Census records have been a great help in verifying information in my research and has helped me to learn more about my family and their circumstances as you said. Thank you for your dedication.
So glad you are getting so much out of your census research!!
YES!!!! 😔😮💨😢🥺 There is no information on my Mother she is passed .I am looking for my sister ! I have done a DNA test .CAN YOU HELP ME🙏?
I no longer do individual client work. If you would like a referral for a genetic genealogist, message me at Lisa[at]LisaLisson[dot]com.
@@LisaLissonAYMC Thank You very much ! Does it cost money?
Yes, she does charge for client research.
5:00pm Monday June 10 Why flatbed scanner? Can’t I use my iPad ? Which app do you recommend?
Sorry about that date! That video is a live that was recorded a previous year. (I'll update that.) Yes, you can use your ipad. Photo scanning apps have improved a lot recently and/or come on the market. For apps, I recommend Photomyne or the MyHeritage app. Both are excellent and allow you to update multiple photos at once.
if someone pops up in a tree. how do I find out the connection to me. it stops with that person. thanks
That can be tough. First reach out to the person whose tree you find that name and work together. Often, they have info that can help. Otherwise, you need to research that person out to see how the might possibly fit in your family tree.
I've been trying for a few years now. To find some information about my grandmother's grandmother. Charleston South panorama. She came up out of slavery. The only information I could find is her last name. Miss Fulton. she lived on the hike in South Carolina. The information that I find. Is she was a nurse one the hike she took care of the poor people.
You might want to check out the resources at the International African American Museum in Charleston, SC (iaamuseum.org/)
What I've found in searching, is to go back and comb through what I already have. Looking at records and information I may have missed. Maiden names, family listed. L looking at cemetery records turns up other relatives.
Absolutely!!!
I find when I am weeding the garden, I ponder on my research issues, and often times I think of some completely new aspect to check out on an ancestor
I just love how those types of thoughts come up when I'm not looking for them.
Guilty! I paid to obtain a marriage certificate for my great grandparents, only to find I already had a copy of it!
I've done😳 that before, too.
I can so relate to this!
Why, we're you expecting the content to be about something different? Just trying to understand
The info may not be different, but our understanding of it can be different. With experience and more context, clues may become evident .
The best thing I've done is write the couple's story using a time line.
Yes to time lines!
Your title needs clarification
All fixed!
Re "Cause of Death": There's no requirement to use the pre-selected items; you can just type anything you want.
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My maternal 2nd great grandfather, Johannes Wilhelm Becker (John W. Becker) died in 1875 or 1876. He died in Washington County, Texas. So, I'm at a brick wall???? I found his intestate will that did not give his date of death. His widow became the executor of his will in August of 1876. That's all I have. Do I need to contact the Washington County Court for his info?
Yes, I would start there. Check FamilySearch to see if they might have any Washington County records online that might help.
@@LisaLissonAYMC Thank you
So many great ideas. I'm impressed at your sleuthing ideas. I have all my paternal grandparent's photos and many of my maternal grandparent's. I'm saving this video for when I'm ready to take on the project. Almost done with my own photos so my daughter won't have the same issues. Thanks!
Discover who is NEARBY the grave of your loved one. FAN research is imperative. Besides, cemeteries are gems 💎 for relaxing, slowing down, and discovering places.
I absolutely agree!
Hi Lisa. I love your UA-cams. This one gives me many good ideas. One problem I am having is locating my Great-grandfather's grave. I know the cemetery but it is not well maintained. Where could I find a "map" of where the grave is? Thanks. Bob Jackson
If it's not regularly used or maintained, check with the local county offices or even the state archives and see if they have a cemetery survey.
I'm having difficulty with my 3rd great-grandmother. It's not that I don't know where she's buried it's the date. Her headstone says 1888,but that can't be because her husband died in 1880 and in his will it mentioned there was no surviving spouse. She disappeared after they landed in June of 1870 in Baltimore. I've been working with a cousin and we can't figure it out. We've checked church records and they said that they didn't have any information, and any records prior to 1900 is very few. This is in Iowa,so there wouldn't be any death records since they didn't start recording until 1890. My cousin called the funeral home,but they don't have old records since the business has changed hands over the years. I'm at a complete loss with this ancestor.
One thing to consider is that tombstones are not always installed when the person died and was buried. Finding out when the tombstone was installed might offer you some insight. In my experience, I've seen some older tombstones that weren't installed until many, many years (sometimes decades) after the person died and was buried. By the time the tombstone was finally installed, informants often times couldn't remember when that relative passed away and would give inaccurate dates.
Thank you for this! I have one particular ancestor who died in my county but I cannot find where he is buried! Hope these tips help me find him!
I'm watching this playlist and as you said do you sit down and go at your research shall we say ...and my mind went willy-nilly ...and then you said willy-nilly😅. I think the answer is yes 😅
My great grandma's body, along with others, was moved in the 30's or 40's. The government wanted to put a lake in part of the cemetery. No one knows where the bodies were moved. They didn't even call and tell her son they moved the body. I contacted some people in the area, and they are hunting down records. I really wish I knew where they moved her
@dragonfliesfordonna2112 thanks. I'll try
Thank you for the information about Photomyne. I think it will solve my problem to begin to organize 5 big totes full of family pictures.
Is that a service that you send your photos away and they'll send you back digital copies? Do you know if they use AI or something to identify faces, so you can kind of group the photos that way? I would love that but not sure which services offer that.
Do you have a "Hard copy" book published that I can order and/or buy. Would it be in a library or a bookstore?