Browsing FamilySearch.org this week I found a new to me database. The Hawaii, Kauai County Obituaries, 1982-2010 have been digitized and are available online for free. What You’ll Find in This Database The source material is original newspaper obituaries. I found copies of original obituaries and some transcriptions. It’s possible that the transcriptions are web…
Author: Melody Lassalle
My First Look at AncestryDNA
I originally tested with FTDNA in 2014. Then, I uploaded my files to MyHeritageDNA, GEDMatch, and LivingDNA. Recently, a cousin sent me an AncestryDNA kit. I’m almost everywhere! Or, at least, my DNA is. These are my impression of AncestryDNA after my results went live 30 September 2018. There are So Many People in AncestryDNA…
Ten Reasons Why You Might Be Disappointed with Your DNA Results
DNA testing can add a whole new dimension to your genealogy research. It can add ancestors to your pedigree and cousins to your extended family. But, your DNA results can be less than you expect. Often times, your results lead to more confusion and frustration than answers. Instead of solving your brick walls, you’re left…
The Braga and Braga Serra of Maia are the Same Family
Since the first day I opened the records for the village of Maia on Sao Miguel Island, Azores, I was aware that there were two Braga families. One was mine. The other family went by Braga Serra. They seemed to be two completely different families. So, I followed mine and ignored the others. That turned…
DNA Painter: The Tool that Helps You Find Links Between Your DNA Matches
Everyone is talking about DNA Painter, a tool that helps you find connections between your DNA matches. I finally decided to see what it was all about. I believe I am addicted. How do you use this nifty utility? You enter your match’s chromosome data into into the “painter” and it “paints” the sequence. The…