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Note: The information included on these pages is correct to the best of my knowledge. It has been compiled from family history books, records on microfilm, cemetery searches and internet searches. Much of it has not yet been verified. It is presented "as is." If you find errors or omissions please let me know so they can be corrected. Thanks. John
"My family is American, and has been for generations."
Ulysses S. Grant, 1885
"Ditto"
John R. Sill, 2003
When I first became interested in genealogy, I had only a vague idea of where my family had come from and when. I certainly would not have believed that I could "ditto" the quote from President Grant. However, I have learned that Cathy's family has been in America since the 1800's and most of the branches of my family have been in America since the 1600's.
"Share your knowledge. It's a way
to achieve immortality."
From Life's Little Instruction Book, H. Jackson Brown Jr.
It has always been my opinion that genealogy research is not only about searching out and finding information. The most important aspect is sharing the information with your family once you have found it. I don't know if this will allow me to achieve immortality, but I have created the following pages as a way to share what I have learned about our ancestors. During the last few years I have gone to cemeteries, spun my way through rolls of microfilm, read books, and searched online for information about my ancestors. However, my favorite part of genealogy is the people I have met. I have met relatives in person and online that I never knew existed. So many people have been so kind to me in regards to sharing information and pictures that I can't possibly begin to name them all here. The best way I can think of to say "Thank You!" to the people who have helped me is to share with others what has been shared with me.
Ahnentafels - Reports showing John and Cathy's ancestors.
Avon, Wisconsin History -
Where the Sills met the Browns, Harpers, Freedlunds, Barkers, and Ballous.
Census Records - Only 1850 Avon WI so far, but
I hope to continue adding more.
Family Reunions - Aldrich and Hess
reunions for 2005.
Funny Stuff - Humor with a
genealogical twist.
Happy Birthday! - All the known
birthdates of our ancestors.
John's Brick Wall - Can anyone help me find my Drew
ancestors?
John's Genealogy Puzzle - Am I related to any of
the McNitt families in Wisconsin?
John's Mayflower Connection -
My connection to the pilgrims.
John's Presidential Connections - According to some data I have found, I
have some rather famous relatives.
Second Chances - If these "second chances"
had never happened, my family would not be here today.
Sill Family Genealogy Book - A book I wrote about the family history.
Sill Weibel Family Homepage - My other site, at FamilyTreeMaker.com. It has
pictures, reports and links to other sites.
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John and Cathy's Genealogy Pages were created by John R. Sill, April, 2003. Questions or comments? email John.
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