Welcome to the Eycleshimer Family page at Surname Finder, a service of Genealogy Today. Our editors have compiled this checklist of genealogical resources, combining links to commercial databases along with user-contributed information and web sites for the Eycleshimer surname. As additional sources for vital records, original documents, vintage photographs and surname-based DNA projects are discovered, this page is updated to offer the best list for researching Eycleshimer ancestry. Share this page on Twitter!
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The Eycleshimer Family Tree
It is important to remember that there is no single Eycleshimer family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How do you find out if two people named Eycleshimer are related? and you might be surprised at the answer.
Best Tree Collections for Discovering Eycleshimer Ancestors
Eycleshimer Genealogy
Keep an open mind when searching through Eycleshimer records. Years ago many people were unable to read and write, thus a given ancestor's name could be spelled in a variety of ways depending on who recorded it. Genealogy is more than just searching through databases. Articles like "Practical Advise for Researching Immigrants" can help accelerate your Eycleshimer research.
Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Eycleshimer
Vital records are essential for family history research because they were typically created at or near the time of the event, making the record more reliable.
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Death Records
Military Records
Origins of the Eycleshimer Surname
There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your Eycleshimer ancestors took on the surname. It may have been based on their occupation or a distinguising physical trait. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.
Eycleshimer DNA Projects
While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Eycleshimer ancestors were related, it can easily prove if they weren't. Be sure you understand what types of research issues each different DNA test can address before you spend any money. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Eycleshimer research, read "When do you use DNA?".
Eycleshimer Family History
There is more to exploring your Eycleshimer ancestry than just gathering a bunch of names and dates. Understanding where your ancestors lived, how they were employed, and what they did for fun, may give you a better appreciation of your heritage. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing Where can I find a biography of my Eycleshimer ancestor? is always useful.
Photo Collections
Networking with Eycleshimer Researchers
If you are doing genealogy research in a particular town or region distant from where you live, you may want to consider posting a message board query requesting a lookup; often local volunteers or residents are willing to lend a hand, but remember to be specific in your request and be respectful of others' time. The article "The Art of Posting Queries" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Eycleshimer queries.
You may also want to consider posting a query to the Community Message Boards at Genealogy Today to get assistance from other researchers on your most elusive Eycleshimer ancestors.
Eycleshimer Achievements & Celebrities
Web Sites & Blogs with Eycleshimer Research
If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Eycleshimer, contact the folks at ProGenealogists for a free research estimate. You may also find it helpful to read, "When, Why and How to Hire a Professional Genealogist."
RootsWeb search of US Naturalization Records
RootsWeb search of Obituary Daily Times
RootsWeb search of Social Security Death Index
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Upcoming Eycleshimer Family Reunions
Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong Eycleshimer family history, which provides opportunities to share stories and visit cemeteries or old home sites; you may even want to consider as a one-day activity, having each family take on the task of gathering information from the local courthouse, school district, public library, etc. -- this, of course, requires advance planning and assignment, but could generate considerable interest and results. The article "A Great Way to Unite a Newly-Found Family" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Eycleshimer reunion.
See Also
Surname Finder, The Eycleshimer Genealogy and Family Tree Page [on-line resource], New Providence, NJ, USA: Genealogy Today LLC, 2019.
