In the last few months I’ve written stories of my aunt Laura for whom I’m named; she died as a…
On In praise of maiden aunts
Thank you for this. There is something rather poignant about the subject, given that the memories of these childless people…
On In praise of maiden aunts
All relatives really have a part in your family history. One great-grand aunt (never married) was interested in our family…
On In praise of maiden aunts
I had one maiden great Aunt Rose who was a private nurse to wealthy people in New York. Many of…
On In praise of maiden aunts
Andrew, I have had that title tucked away in my "someday write a book" list for years and years. Probates…
On In praise of maiden aunts
Fascinating article - for the beautiful Glackens' reproduction as well as the research. A number of such "orphans" dot my…
On In praise of maiden aunts
I must document my great aunt Edith's life! You have given me inspiration to do so! The youngest of 5…
On In praise of maiden aunts
We must be related. I am the great great granddaughter of one of Andrew and Phebe’s daughters. My grandfather’s middle…
On Who’s Phebe?
Thank you for this information! Tristram Coffyn/Coffin is my 10X GGF and I too am a descendant thru his daughter…
On The Coffin cluster
Awesome!
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