Marlene (Rookes) Williamson
Honor Code SignatorySigned 10 May 2017 | 472 contributions | 17 thank-yous | 986 connections
I love to connect with relatives or other folk who have an interest in the locations or experiences of my family. I've been researching for about 40 years, and there is always something more to discover. I especially appreciate being able to expland upon the dry facts and to understand the lives and times of my forebears.
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