The M'Kie Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The M'Kie Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering M'Kie Ancestors

M'Kie Genealogy

Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding M'Kie ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know What are the best records before birth and death registration was required to locate M'Kie ancestors?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for M'Kie

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the M'Kie Surname

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

M'Kie 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 M'Kie 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 M'Kie research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".

M'Kie Family History

Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your M'Kie ancestors will help paint a picture that can be shared with your relatives. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing How do I find my M'Kie family history on the Internet? is always useful.

Photo Collections

Networking with M'Kie 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 "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful M'Kie queries.

M'Kie Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with M'Kie Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of M'Kie, 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 M'Kie Family Reunions

Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong M'Kie 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 "Planning Details For A Family Reunion" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful M'Kie reunion.

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