How to find ancestors when and where birth/death unknown?
I have hit a brick wall trying to find my great grandparents. I have their names and some of their children's names. I know where my grandfather was born and when, so kind of have a place of residence for great grandparents. I can not locate any information on them or the other children. It doesn't help that it's a very common last name and possibly may have changed spelling. My grandfather was Charles John Jones(Junes) born in 1883 in Pittsburgh, PA and his parents were Charles Jones(Junes) and Fanny Wilson. Any suggestions on how to find them?
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Dear Mary Randall
Thank you for contacting FamilySearch.
We took a quick look through FamilyTree and could not find parents for Charles Jones. Below are some suggestions for research.
If you're struggling with your genealogy research, FamilySearch offers several options for getting help.
- The Search tab on FamilySearch allows you to search records, genealogies, books, and more.
- The FamilySearch Research Wiki is a great place to learn research techniques and discover new resources.
- Family History Library Online Consultations are free, 20-minute consultations with a specialist from the Family History Library.
- If you want online tutorials and videos, visit the FamilySearch Help Center for the country, language, or topic. You can find lessons for everyone from beginner to advanced researcher.
- FamilySearch community groups give you access to research experts who are willing and ready to offer free assistance and share resources. You can find these groups on Facebook and in the FamilySearch Community.
- We often publish articles about research and many other family history topics on our blog.
- You can find local, in-person help at a family history center. They are located worldwide, and you may find one near you.
- If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, visit the FamilySearch Help Center to see who your local temple and family history consultants are.
Many other organizations also offer help. Random Acts of Genealogical Kindness (RAOGK), for example, is a global volunteer organization where you can make requests for help with research tasks.
Related articles
Where can I get help using FamilySearch?
How do I search the FamilySearch Research Wiki?
Can I hire a genealogist through FamilySearch?
How do I attach a historical record to a person in Family Tree?
You could check on line for genealogical groups in areas where you know he lived. Look in the local libraries for records that have not been put on line.
We wish you the best in your endeavors.
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