Currently accepting clients for...

• Family History Research

Background and Experience

For more than 25 years, I've developed a genuine passion and substantial expertise in genealogical research. My journey began with tracing my own ancestry, which inspired me to pursue a career as a Library Associate at the local library known for its local history collection. There, I dedicated myself to helping others uncover their families’ histories. My experience spans both in-depth online research and locating records housed in historical archives and repositories.
Over the years, I've guided library patrons and personal clients through challenging research problems, helped them access hard-to-find documents, and organized their findings to create a clear, manageable path for ongoing research.

Genealogical Services Offered

• Strategic approaches and hands-on research to help break through difficult genealogical barriers.
• Record Retrieval: Assistance in locating and obtaining significant records throughout Ohio.
• Property Research: Investigation of historical records to uncover previous property owners and their family backgrounds.
• Family Tree Construction: Creation of comprehensive family trees using your initial information and further research, including detailed charts and narrative reports.

Why Choose My Services?

My work is guided by a client-centered philosophy that ensures confidentiality and sensitivity to personal family matters. I am dedicated to delivering accurate and thorough research, presenting findings in a way that is clear and easy to understand. Whether you are beginning your family history journey or facing more complex research challenges, I am ready to provide professional, personalized support tailored to your unique needs.

 

Geographic Specialities
Ohio
Pennsylvania

Repositories
Ohio's county court houses
Western Reserve Historical Society
Bowling Green Center for Archival Collections
Cleveland Public Library - Main 
Ohio Genealogical Society Library
Ohio's History Connection - State Library
RB Hayes Library
Montgomery County Archives
Medina County District Library
Medina County Historical Society 

Research Time Periods

• 21st Century
• 20th Century
• 19th Century
• 18th Century

Certificates
National Genealogical Society certificate in Advanced Skills in Genealogy

Affiliations
National Genealoigcal Society
Association of Professional Genealogists Great Lakes Chapter
Ohio Genealogical Society
Society Utah Genealogical Association
Medina County Genealogical Society
Medina County Historical Society 

Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Journalism