Family Story Finder

The sweep of family history across the generations

Bradley homestead in Wapello County, Iowa
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Widow Patty Smith Swett and six children by two husbands were among the first settlers who staked claims in Wapello County near Ottumwa in May 1843

Fourth Generation Rubys
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Just a bit about Twyla, Gene, Zach and Lani.

Life on the Western Reserve
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Families from Connecticut settled northeastern Ohio in the early 1800s

The Rabinowitz girls
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Meta, Blossom and Sadie

Third Generation Rubys
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First came Walter, then Danny and Joanne. They would carry on the Ruby-Ringel genes.

Turning over rocks to find long-lost relatives
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During the course of my genealogy work, I have discovered and connected with cousins from all my family branches. Here are some lessons learned.