Category Archives: Vandyke

Unusual Source – Week 7 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Jacque

Unusual Info from a Usual Source Obituaries are a very common source of information for genealogists providing dates, names, relationships, and places. However, when I found the obituary for Arthur Raymond Vandyke, I also found an unexpected puzzle piece that … Continue reading →

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Namesake – Week 3 of 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Jacque

It was an honor to be named for my dad’s aunt. According to my dad, the most influential person in his life was his aunt, Jacquelyn “Jacque” Watkins. This is a story of gratitude and love that came from adversity … Continue reading →

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