Currently accepting clients for...

• Family History Research
• Speaking / Presenting

Examples of her genealogical work include:

• Identifying unknown ancestors through courthouse records, immigration documents, and DNA matching.
• Reconstructing fragmented family lines by cross-referencing census data, probate records, and cemetery records.
• Locating and interpreting original deeds, wills, and land grants to reveal the story behind ancestral homesteads.
• Tracing Revolutionary War and Civil War ancestors for lineage society applications (e.g., DAR, SAR), documenting military service and pension records.

Kathryn integrates traditional research methods—such as on-site archival searches and interviews—with cutting-edge digital tools and DNA analysis. By examining historical maps, census records, vital records, and private collections, she creates a comprehensive picture of her clients’ lineage. Each discovery is carefully cited and accurately documented, ensuring that every family’s unique past is preserved for future generations.

Beyond her genealogical expertise, Kathryn is a licensed teacher in Spanish working in applied linguistics, a skill set that foments her research abilities. Her fluency in multiple languages allows her to:

• Decipher historical records in Spanish, French, Italian, and Latin.
• Analyze foreign-language correspondence, parish registers, and immigration documents.
• Provide insights into cross-cultural naming conventions, translations, and historical context.

This combination of genealogical expertise, meticulous research, and linguistic proficiency makes Kathryn an invaluable resource for clients seeking a deeper connection to their ancestral roots—wherever those roots may lead.

Testimonials

"Amazing report and legacy. Your writing really draws the reader in. Thank you for this treasure!" -Rebecca L.

"You bring all the information to life."- Cheryl S.

"I love the way you laid it out and provided suggestions for further research! You did a mammoth amount of research and put it together beautifully." - Kathy W.

Lectures

• Revolutionary Ancestors: Researching Patriots
• Unpacking Civil War Pension Files
• Sanborn Fire Maps for Genealogical Research
• Read All About It: Newspapers in Your Research
• Molly Pitcher: Women's Vital Contributions During the Revolutionary War
• America's Patriotic Hymns: Sharing Their History, Singing Their Songs

Repositories

• Indiana Court Houses, Archives, Historical Societies & Libraries
• Allen County Family History Library, Fort Wayne, Indiana
• National Archives, Washington, D.C.
• DAR Library, Washington, D.C.
• Pennsylvania State Archives, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
• Library of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
• West Virginia and Regional History Center at West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia

Research Time Periods

• 20th Century
• 19th Century
• 18th Century
• 17th Century

Languages
English, Spanish

Affiliations

• Daughters of the American Revolution, Paul Revere Chapter, Regent 2023-25 (Muncie, IN)
• Association of Professional Genealogists (APG)
• National Genealogical Society (NGS)
• Indiana Genealogical Society (IGS)
• New York Genealogical and Biographical Society (NYG&B)
• Allen County Genealogical Society
• Ohio Genealogical Society (OGS)
• Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania
• Western Pennsylvania Genealogical Society
• West Virginia Historical Society
• Virginia Genealogical Society (VGS)
• Atlantic County Historical Society

Degrees
Spanish Language, Applied Linguistics & Secondary Education