Herbert Fehmer
Specialist in German-American Ancestry Research
Fehmer Genealogy
Professional German Genealogist
Nottuln, NRW
Germany
Currently accepting clients for...
- Family History Research
- Speaking / Presenting
- Writing /Publishing
- Other Speciality
Family History Research
- Document Retrieval / Record Agent
- Ethnicity / Religion
- Family History Research
- Immigration / Naturalization
- Military
Speaking/Presenting
- Family History Research
- Methodology & Resources
- Available for virtual events
Writing/Publishing
- Author/Writer
Other Speciality
- Document Translation
- Event / Reunion / Travel Planning
- House Historian / Local History
We are a father-and-son business, consisting of Herbert Fehmer and Till Fehmer, specializing in genealogical research for U.S. customers with German ancestors. With over 30 years of experience in genealogy, we provide accurate and comprehensive research of the highest quality.
Our services cover the research of ancestors across the entire (former) German-speaking area, including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and other European regions. To trace your German ancestors, we consult a wide variety of sources, including both primary and secondary materials, whether digitally accessible or available only on-site in archives. These sources include church records, passenger lists, emigration databases, one-place studies, local chronicles, administrative records, newspapers, old address books, military records, censuses, civil records, and more.
Moreover, we are experienced in assisting with applications for German citizenship both by descent and under §116 for descendants of individuals who were persecuted by the Nazi regime and stripped of their citizenship between 1933 and 1945. We can advise you on navigating the application process with the Bundesverwaltungsamt and help you obtain the ancestral records required for your application.
Based in North Rhine-Westphalia, we can also conduct research in archives near our hometown of Nottuln (County Coesfeld).
For more information, visit our website at https://www.fehmer-genealogy.de/ or contact us via email at fehmergenealogy@outlook.de.
Our services cover the research of ancestors across the entire (former) German-speaking area, including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and other European regions. To trace your German ancestors, we consult a wide variety of sources, including both primary and secondary materials, whether digitally accessible or available only on-site in archives. These sources include church records, passenger lists, emigration databases, one-place studies, local chronicles, administrative records, newspapers, old address books, military records, censuses, civil records, and more.
Moreover, we are experienced in assisting with applications for German citizenship both by descent and under §116 for descendants of individuals who were persecuted by the Nazi regime and stripped of their citizenship between 1933 and 1945. We can advise you on navigating the application process with the Bundesverwaltungsamt and help you obtain the ancestral records required for your application.
Based in North Rhine-Westphalia, we can also conduct research in archives near our hometown of Nottuln (County Coesfeld).
For more information, visit our website at https://www.fehmer-genealogy.de/ or contact us via email at fehmergenealogy@outlook.de.
Geographic Specialities
- Westphalia
- Rhineland
- Lower Saxony
- Bohemia
- Moravia
- Germany
- Westphalia
- Rhineland
- Lower Saxony
- Bohemia
- Moravia
- Germany
Testimonials
"It has long been my dream to apply for German citizenship through descent, but without locating my ancestor’s records in Germany, that dream would have remained out of reach. I like to think I’m more savvy than the average bear and managed to make some progress; however, bureaucratic requirements are inflexible—and even a single missing document can derail the entire application. In my case, I was still missing my great-grandparents’ marriage certificate.
That’s where Fehmer Genealogy came to the rescue. The team was highly responsive, friendly, and offered a reasonable rate, especially considering the personal value of the missing document. Within a short timeframe, they found and delivered exactly what I needed—keeping my dream alive. I’m deeply grateful for the excellent service they provided."
Griffin B. Washington DC, United States
"Thank you so much for filling out our family tree. The map of the exact locations of our ancestors is especially exciting! The 'Family Tree' page pulls it all together and the speed of your research was first rate. I highly recommend Fehmer Genealogy!"
Michael J. Minnesota, United States
"I am pleased to recommend Fehmer Genealogy for their outstanding research services. After working with another genealogy company that was unable to locate key information, I turned to Fehmer, and I was thoroughly impressed with their results. Their expertise, efficiency, and meticulous research methods led to discoveries that had previously seemed out of reach. Fehmer Genealogy's ability to navigate complex records, coupled with their insightful approach to historical research, made all the difference. I am grateful for their assistance."
Marc H. Oregon, United States
"The team at Fehmer Genealogy excel at communication - prompt, courteous, and professional. Till provided updates as each new family document was found; the whole process greatly exceeded my expectations as to what documents could be recovered, as well as the time and cost of research."
Eric C. Virginia, United States
"After reaching a genealogy “brick wall” in our paternal lineage we decided to engage Fehmer Genealogy for help. In a very short time Till and his dad were able to break through our “brick wall”. Fehmer not only found our ancestors that had emigrated from Germany to the U.S. but generations of family members prior to them. The research yielded birth, marriage records, confirmed military service, and a writing one of our ancestors made to the governors of the area where they lived. The results were truly beyond our expectations and the collaboration with Fehmer extremely easy. I highly recommend Fehmer Genealogy for your ancestry research. Thanks Fehmer Genalogy!"
Pete K. Kentucky, United States
"I can’t recommend this company enough, they are extremely detailed oriented, great communication about progress, quotes and pricing are extremely fair and reasonable. Learned about them from the great zoom presentation they gave sponsored by the Allen County Library in Ft Wayne Indiana."
Susan Kromer Hunt, Aerospace Engineer, Volunteer Admin at FamilyTreeDNA for Five surname Projects, Thirty-Five Years Genealogy Research Experience, Author of Multiple Genealogical Research Papers.
"I needed help more with my German line of my dad's side since I could not break down a brick wall since I had no village of birth to go by. Till was able to help me out with information and get me back further. It helps getting a response back right away to get the results back right away."
Jenny W. Nebraska, United States
"Fehmer Genealogy conducted a genealogy investigation into my German great-grandfather's lineage. The analysis of U.S. census records uncovered discrepancies regarding his origins, making it difficult for me to research. After only five hours of thorough research, Fehmer Genealogy successfully verified his name with dates and locations, confirmed his parents, and identified his grandparents. Additionally, they provided information of previously unknown half-siblings. The report was professionally prepared and delivered in a timely manner, offering exceptional value for the investment."
Karen L. Washington State, United States
"I am a professional genealogist in the U.S. and needed assistance from a researcher in Germany to help my client grow her family tree. Till at Fehmer Genealogy exceeded my expectations with his expertise in German records and exceptional service. I will absolutely work with them again in the future!"
Ellen D. Illinois, United States
"It has long been my dream to apply for German citizenship through descent, but without locating my ancestor’s records in Germany, that dream would have remained out of reach. I like to think I’m more savvy than the average bear and managed to make some progress; however, bureaucratic requirements are inflexible—and even a single missing document can derail the entire application. In my case, I was still missing my great-grandparents’ marriage certificate.
That’s where Fehmer Genealogy came to the rescue. The team was highly responsive, friendly, and offered a reasonable rate, especially considering the personal value of the missing document. Within a short timeframe, they found and delivered exactly what I needed—keeping my dream alive. I’m deeply grateful for the excellent service they provided."
Griffin B. Washington DC, United States
"Thank you so much for filling out our family tree. The map of the exact locations of our ancestors is especially exciting! The 'Family Tree' page pulls it all together and the speed of your research was first rate. I highly recommend Fehmer Genealogy!"
Michael J. Minnesota, United States
"I am pleased to recommend Fehmer Genealogy for their outstanding research services. After working with another genealogy company that was unable to locate key information, I turned to Fehmer, and I was thoroughly impressed with their results. Their expertise, efficiency, and meticulous research methods led to discoveries that had previously seemed out of reach. Fehmer Genealogy's ability to navigate complex records, coupled with their insightful approach to historical research, made all the difference. I am grateful for their assistance."
Marc H. Oregon, United States
"The team at Fehmer Genealogy excel at communication - prompt, courteous, and professional. Till provided updates as each new family document was found; the whole process greatly exceeded my expectations as to what documents could be recovered, as well as the time and cost of research."
Eric C. Virginia, United States
"After reaching a genealogy “brick wall” in our paternal lineage we decided to engage Fehmer Genealogy for help. In a very short time Till and his dad were able to break through our “brick wall”. Fehmer not only found our ancestors that had emigrated from Germany to the U.S. but generations of family members prior to them. The research yielded birth, marriage records, confirmed military service, and a writing one of our ancestors made to the governors of the area where they lived. The results were truly beyond our expectations and the collaboration with Fehmer extremely easy. I highly recommend Fehmer Genealogy for your ancestry research. Thanks Fehmer Genalogy!"
Pete K. Kentucky, United States
"I can’t recommend this company enough, they are extremely detailed oriented, great communication about progress, quotes and pricing are extremely fair and reasonable. Learned about them from the great zoom presentation they gave sponsored by the Allen County Library in Ft Wayne Indiana."
Susan Kromer Hunt, Aerospace Engineer, Volunteer Admin at FamilyTreeDNA for Five surname Projects, Thirty-Five Years Genealogy Research Experience, Author of Multiple Genealogical Research Papers.
"I needed help more with my German line of my dad's side since I could not break down a brick wall since I had no village of birth to go by. Till was able to help me out with information and get me back further. It helps getting a response back right away to get the results back right away."
Jenny W. Nebraska, United States
"Fehmer Genealogy conducted a genealogy investigation into my German great-grandfather's lineage. The analysis of U.S. census records uncovered discrepancies regarding his origins, making it difficult for me to research. After only five hours of thorough research, Fehmer Genealogy successfully verified his name with dates and locations, confirmed his parents, and identified his grandparents. Additionally, they provided information of previously unknown half-siblings. The report was professionally prepared and delivered in a timely manner, offering exceptional value for the investment."
Karen L. Washington State, United States
"I am a professional genealogist in the U.S. and needed assistance from a researcher in Germany to help my client grow her family tree. Till at Fehmer Genealogy exceeded my expectations with his expertise in German records and exceptional service. I will absolutely work with them again in the future!"
Ellen D. Illinois, United States
Additional specialities or search keywords
German Genealogy, Austria, Switzerland, Sudeten Germans, German-American, Emigration
German Genealogy, Austria, Switzerland, Sudeten Germans, German-American, Emigration
Publications/Media
Editor of a marriage register book for the Darup Home Association, including all marriages in the Darup parish from 1637 to 1945. The book will be published in 2025.
Editor of a marriage register book for the Darup Home Association, including all marriages in the Darup parish from 1637 to 1945. The book will be published in 2025.
Repositories
- Parish archives
- Church archives
- Central church archives
- Parish archives
- Church archives
- Central church archives
Research Time Periods
- 21st Century
- 20th Century
- 19th Century
- 18th Century
- 17th Century
- 16th Century and Earlier
Languages
German, English, Latin, Low German (Plattdeutsch/German dialect)
German, English, Latin, Low German (Plattdeutsch/German dialect)