The Thonell Family Tree and Genealogy

I. The Thonell Family Tree

It is quite possible that someone else has already performed work on a Thonell family tree, so be sure to examine some of the sources listed below carefully. Have you struck a Thonell brick wall? Read "Schools Records Can Reveal A Lot About Ancestors" for some helpful advice.

II. Thonell Genealogy

Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding Thonell ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know How do I find my Thonell family in the census?, then read this frequently asked question.

Historical newspapers give us the ability to discover ancestral history through eyewitness accounts. There are currently matching Thonell records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Thonell family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

III. Origins of the Thonell Surname

It is quite possible for two people with the Thonell last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Thonell 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.

IV. Thonell DNA Projects

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

V. Thonell Family History

There is more to exploring your Thonell 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 Thonell ancestor? is always useful.

Photo Collections

VI. Networking with Thonell 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 Thonell queries.

VII. Thonell Achievements & Celebrities

VIII. Web Sites & Blogs with Thonell Research

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

IX. Upcoming Thonell 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 "Thonell 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 Thonell reunion.

Source:
Surname Finder, Thonell Surname Checklist [on-line resource], New Providence, NJ, USA: Genealogy Today LLC, 1998-2013.