Putting a Face with the Name

As I mentioned in my last entry, very little was known about my Krueger side of the family.  We knew they were from Belarus and were possibly from Minsk, but beyond that there was little information.  In May of 2010 I discovered JewishGen.org had a page where you could upload images and they could be … Continue reading Putting a Face with the Name

Don’t Forget to Write Down Your Own Memories

Recently I was listening to my favorite podcaster, Lisa Louise Cook of Genealogy Gems, and she mentioned how important it is to start writing down your own stories.  I then realized how little I’ve done for myself.  Sure, I’ve kept journals, diaries, and blogs over the years, but I’ve noticed that I tend to write … Continue reading Don’t Forget to Write Down Your Own Memories

Happy Holidays

I haven’t had a chance to post about the family history research I have been able to do over the past couple months.  I suppose that happens when you get wrapped up in finding a job (success!), traveling, visiting family, working on home improvement projects, and making Christmas presents.  Anyway, I’ve had a few minor … Continue reading Happy Holidays

Margaret Ann Clifford (1925-2008)

Margaret (Marge) was born September 1, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois to Violetta Agnes Senn (1902-1997) and John Leo Clifford (1902-1980).  She had two sisters, Mary Elizabeth and Barbara Louise, and a younger brother Thomas Richard.  In the 1930 census the family lived at 2204 1/2 Miami Street, South Bend, Indiana.   In late 1947, Marge met … Continue reading Margaret Ann Clifford (1925-2008)