The Lanforth Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Lanforth Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Lanforth Ancestors

Lanforth Genealogy

Keep an open mind when searching through Lanforth 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 city directories be used to help my Lanforth research?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Lanforth

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Lanforth Surname

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

Lanforth DNA Projects

Don't believe the hype! When DNA testing was first made available for genealogical purposes, some companies boasted how it could solve all your Lanforth family tree mysteries. DNA testing can be a useful tool, when applied properly to a given research issue. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Lanforth research, read "When do you use DNA?".

Lanforth 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 Lanforth 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 "Learning About Women - The Invisible Ancestors" may help you think of some different tactics to compiling your Lanforth family history.

Photo Collections

Networking with Lanforth 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 Lanforth queries.

Lanforth Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with Lanforth Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Lanforth, 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 Lanforth 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 "Lanforth 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 "Reunions: Beyond Aunt Pat's Rhubarb Pie and Aunt Edna's Wet Kisses" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Lanforth reunion.