Summer 2009 - Calaveras Genealogical Society

someone on the Board if you want information regarding Root Cellar'sDonation Policy, and don't delay in making provision for your years ofgenealogical research. You may obtain a Genealogical Codicil (form) fromROOT CELLAR, which you may attach to your will.WRITING YOUR OWN OBITUARYAs a genealogist you know how helpful obituaries can be in furtheringyour research. To ensure that your own obituary leaves as many clues aspossible for future researchers, consider writing your own obituary. Besure to keep it up to date.Here are some facts that you might consider including:1. Your full name, including maiden name and nicknames.2. Date and place of birth.3. Full names of parents, including mother’s maiden name.4. A summary of where you have lived, including dates of major moves.5. A summary of the occupations you have worked.6. Full names of siblings and place of residence; mention deceasedsiblings.7. Full names of children and places of residence.8. Place of burial if different from place of death or regular place ofresidence.9. Interests and major activities in your lifetime.Set aside funds for the publishing of this obituary. Make sure you haveinformed your family of your wishes and where to find the obituary youhave written.The following obituary is a great one to have, but after the first twosentences there is no other pertinent information to help the researcher.OBITUARYSamuel G. B. Smith died at his home in Lee Center, April 2, 1896,aged 80 years and 8 months.11