This past week was the 121st anniversary of the Fraterville Mine Explosion. On the morning of 19 May 1902 Edith Hightower McKamey lost John, her husband of 33 years, but also three of her sons. This event and its impact on my ancestors have been the subject of my family narrative for the ProGen StudyContinue reading “Going The Extra Mile To Find Out More”
Category Archives: Family Stories
It’s A Matter Of Perspective
It’s hard to believe, but I am writing my last assignment for the ProGen Study Group. This journey started over a year ago and I have found it to be invaluable. If you are interested in learning more or perhaps signing up yourself, go to their website… https://progenstudygroups.com/. For the next two months, we areContinue reading “It’s A Matter Of Perspective”
Christmas Memories
When I look back at the hundreds of photographs from my childhood, some of my favorites are from Christmas. My parents were just like kids at Christmas time and wanted to share that excitement with us. On Christmas morning my dad was usually the first one up. He would get the video camera ready andContinue reading “Christmas Memories”