12 genealogists in 7 States have passed away. Baker, Francis J. (1916-2009) News Journal (Mansfield, OH). May 1, 2009 Beeson, Myron. (1926-2009) Salt Lake Tribune (UT). May 3, 2009 Cantwell, Nancy Carolyn McKissack. (1933-2009) Denton Record-Chronicle (TX). May 3, 2009 Clever, Evelyn L. (1910-2009) Deseret News (Salt Lake City, UT). May 2, 2009 Davis,... (Read More)
Early this morning we got the news of the earthquake in L’Aquila, Italy. Klaus Graf sent me these before and after pictures of the Archivio di Stato (State Archive) there in L’Aquila, Italy. .. (Read More)
James L. Sorenson, a pioneer in DNA research has died. A self-made billionaire, he used his wealth in many causes. Genealogists in particular are aware of his efforts with DNA and genealogy. In 1999 he started the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation. The group has collected more than 70,000 DNA samples, together with four-generation pedigree... (Read More)
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