About Us

Philosophy of Research

Education, Training, Experience of Genealogy Researcher:

Languages: French, Spanish, ancient Dutch

Genealogy Programs Presented by Researcher:

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How I Became Hooked on Genealogy:

I became hooked on genealogy in 1987 when I read a newspaper invitation from my local genealogical society to research and submit my family history and apply for a Pioneer Certificate.

I phoned my mother, whose parents were from the Netherlands, but she said they had arrived too late for her to qualify, so I dismissed the idea.

A few minutes later, my mother called back, saying that I could qualify because my father's family had come to Michigan in the early 1800s, and that my father's mother (both of them deceased) had passed down a box of family records and photos, never before mentioned to me. Amazing! I began my life as a researcher immediately!

I earned my Michigan Sesquicentennial Certificates, and went on to create the ongoing Pioneer Certificate Program for Muskegon County Genealogical Society, remaining Chairman for seven years.