The Leonka Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Leonka Family Tree

Everyone has different reasons for building a family tree; your personal motiviation will influence whether the Leonka family tree has more depth or breadth. Have you struck a Leonka brick wall? Read "Efficient and Effective Research Tips" for some helpful advice.

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Leonka Ancestors

Leonka Genealogy

Keep an open mind when searching through Leonka 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. If you want to know How can I locate old newspapers for Leonka research?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Leonka

Census records are among the most useful records available for family tree building. There are currently matching Leonka records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Leonka family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Leonka Surname

It is quite possible for two people with the Leonka last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Leonka ancestors originated can often yield additional clues for the meaning of the surname. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Leonka DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Leonka 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 Leonka research, read "Basics of DNA Family History Research".

Leonka Family History

For most people, just about every aspect of their life has been influenced in some way by their ancestors. Look beyond the names and dates to understand how and why your Leonka ancestors lived and strived to make a better life for their descendants. Our team of seasoned experts are here to help you learn about different aspects of genealogy. Reading "Finding The Family History" may help you think of some different tactics to compiling your Leonka family history.

Photo Collections

Networking with Leonka Researchers

When it comes families and genealogy research, it's important to remember that different people may have different information: some may even have inherited one-of-a-kind family documents or photos, and the best way to connect with these family members is by posting a message board query -- often in the process of collaboration, you can build a more complete picture of your ancestor or ancestral family. The article "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Leonka queries.

Leonka Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with Leonka Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Leonka, 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

Upcoming Leonka Family Reunions

Pedigree charts and family group records are important genealogical tools, so bringing or creating on site a big family pedigree (or family tree) is sure to draw attention; at the same time, have plenty of blank family group sheets available for individual families to complete and submit to go into a "Leonka family record book," which you can then digitize and share -- you can then bring the physical book back to the next reunion, adding new families each time. The article "Family Reunions Don't Always Turn Out as one has Pictured" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Leonka reunion.

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