Like a single leaf in a vast forest, your family history is unique. At JLE Genealogy, I uncover the details that connect your past, bringing clarity and meaning to your story. My own journey began with a search for family after decades of separation, and it taught me the value of diligence, detail, and care in every piece of research.
—it’s about uncovering the stories, connections, and people who shaped your family’s journey. Whether you’re seeking proof of a relationship, tracing land and probate records, or exploring the deeper context of your ancestry, I bring diligence, detail, and personal care to every project.
Trace your family tree to identify parents, grandparents, and earlier generations. Resolve “brick wall” problems where the trail has gone cold. Document descent for lineage societies (DAR, SAR, Mayflower, etc.).
Specialized strategies for missing or conflicting records. Burned counties, migrations, and name changes investigated. Analysis using both direct and indirect evidence.
Identify ancestral villages or towns in Europe and beyond. Translate and analyze foreign-language records (church, civil, passenger lists). Contextual research on migration routes and communities.
Interpret DNA results from AncestryDNA, MyHeritage, 23andMe, FTDNA, and GEDmatch. Build and test hypotheses using triangulation and cluster analysis. Combine DNA with documentary research for proof-level results. Minimum 20-hour projects due to complexity.
Explore cultural heritage and ancestral communities. Test family traditions (e.g., Native American, Jewish, Scottish descent). Research surname origins and meaning.
Compile narrative family histories with context and storytelling. Produce shareable formats: reports, books, or visual charts. Ideal for gifts, reunions, or family preservation.
Place ancestors in their time: wars, migration, religion, daily life. Provide maps, photographs, and community history for richer storytelling.
Review existing family trees for accuracy and sources. Correct errors from online trees or unsourced family lore. Deliver a clean, documented version for future generations.
Like a single leaf in the forest, every ancestor adds depth and meaning to the bigger picture. I help you find those leaves, so your family’s history comes into focus.
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