The Laskey Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Laskey Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Laskey Ancestors

Laskey Genealogy

Keep an open mind when searching through Laskey 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 Laskey research?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Laskey

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Laskey Surname

While some countries have limited historical records for last name assignments, you are most likely to only find general guidance on the origin and meaning of the Laskey surname. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Laskey DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Laskey 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 Laskey research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".

Laskey Family History

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

Photo Collections

Networking with Laskey 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 "Are Your Queries Getting Results?" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Laskey queries.

Laskey Achievements & Celebrities

Did you know that Laskey was the 11507th most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?

Web Sites & Blogs with Laskey Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Laskey, 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 Laskey 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 "Laskey 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 Laskey reunion.

See Also

Lackey   Laskay   Laskie   Lasky   Laske   MacLaskey   McLaskey   Askey