Obituaries: A Family History Goldmine

Presented by Cara Jones, MA on 21 Nov 2019

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Examine an obituary under the inquisitive eyes of a genealogist. Obituaries paint a portrait of your ancestor's life that is both poignant and informational. It can save hours of research by providing valuable genealogical information. Discussion will include methodology and online resources.

Cara Jones, MA is a graduate from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s degree in Family History and a Master’s degree in American History. She enjoys researching in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Cara is a member of the Utah Genealogical Association and is employed as a specialist on the V.I.P. team at the Family History Library. More information on Cara can be found on the FamilySearch Wiki