
RESEARCH & SERVICES
Specializing in United States research, Jane will travel to major Midwest record repositories, local libraries or genealogical societies. The following research options will be customized for the individual client.
DON’T HAVE TIME
For those who want their family roots researched but do not have the time to do it themselves
Tell us what you want to know and we’ll do the research
Includes written reports, documentation, and choice of publication style
OUT-OF-STATE
For the researcher who needs an experienced eye
Examination of court records, deeds, wills, or vital records, to determine if the record belongs to your family
Includes traveling to the repository, evaluation of records, copying of records and reporting
LOOKING INTO THE PAST
For those seeking historical research about a specific topic
Possibilities might include but are not limited to a local history event, a unique individual or individuals in a cemetery or perhaps house histories
The research could also serve as a presentation for a specific local group
GETTING STARTED
For those who want to do their own family research
Assistance is given to build a good foundation for knowing all the basics of genealogical research
Includes where to search, what to look for and how to develop a great hobby
TEAR DOWN THE WALL
For those who have exhausted known resources for finding that elusive relative
Examination of previous research steps and documentation
Identification of blocked line and alternate research routes
TELLING IT LIKE IT IS
Record Analysis, Transcription and Abstraction
Wills and Probates
Deeds - Land description and plotting in real time
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR
For those who wish to know the military history of their civil war ancestor
Includes enlistment record, roll call cards, and the unit history of the veteran
Pension records may also be obtained, if awarded to soldier or his widow
CEMETERY STOMPING
For those unable to travel to the cemeteries of their ancestors
Photographing
Transcribing
SOFTWARE ASSISTANCE
Family Tree Maker
One-on-one tutoring customized for client ‘s skill level
Assistance in optimizing use of available program features
SAVING FOR THE FUTURE
Archiving of documents and photographs
Digitizing artifacts
Archival safe products used for preservation
PUTTING IT IN WRITING
Preparing your information for publication
Family History Book
Family History Photo Album
Family History Cookbook
THEIR LIFE STORY
Recording Oral Histories
Will provide guidance and sample script for interview, or will assist with interview of your family member
Will transcribe interview(s) in written form